87: Culture, Coaching & Columbus: A Sit Down with Blue Jackets' GM Don Waddell

Ottawa Senators owner Michael Andlauer joins the show to talk about a big moment for his franchise — clinching a playoff spot. He shares his thoughts on the team’s growth, what’s gone into turning things around in Ottawa, and what the future holds for the Sens both on and off the ice. It’s an exciting time in the nation’s capital, and Andlauer gives us a look at what’s next.

11 Apr 33min

Seattle Kraken GM Ron Francis joins the show to reflect on a season that didn’t quite meet expectations. He shares what he hoped to see from his group, how the year unfolded, and what the plan is moving forward. The conversation also touches on the progress of Shane Wright and the development of Seattle’s young core. To wrap things up, the guys shift from hockey talk to heartfelt memories of the late Greg Millen — a former teammate of Ron’s and close friend of John’s — ending the week on a thoughtful, uplifting note.

11 Apr 56min

Chicago Blackhawks GM Kyle Davidson joins the show for a wide-ranging conversation that begins with something far bigger than hockey — his recent recovery from open heart surgery. After a brief look at his personal health journey, Kyle shifts gears to talk about the state of the Blackhawks, offering insight into how the season has unfolded from the GM’s perspective. Naturally, Connor Bedard is front and center in the discussion, as John and Daren dig into what’s real — and what’s overblown — when it comes to the hype surrounding Chicago’s young phenom.

9 Apr 54min

It’s a milestone moment in NHL history, as Alexander Ovechkin officially passes Wayne Gretzky to become the NHL’s all-time leading goal scorer — The Great Chase is over. John and Daren welcome longtime friend and former NHL goaltender John Garrett to reflect on the historic achievement, relive stories from his playing days, and break down the finalized playoff matchups. A conversation full of laughs, insight, and a bit of history in the making.

7 Apr 1h 1min

A unique doubleheader to close out the week! First, NHL Chief Schedule Maker Steve Hatze Petros joins the show for a rare and fascinating look into what goes into building the league’s schedule. From when the process begins to the daily challenges he faces, Steve walks us through the behind-the-scenes work that fans rarely get to hear about. Then, we wrap things up with broadcaster Adnan Virk, who shares his thoughts on the NHL season and reflects on his first year working on Amazon’s Monday Night Hockey.

4 Apr 1h 19min

Pittsburgh Penguins GM Kyle Dubas joins the show to share his perspective on how the season has unfolded for his team and what the path forward looks like in Pittsburgh. After Dubas signs off, John and Daren shift gears to the rest of the NHL, analyzing the latest playoff race developments and how potential matchups are shaping up as the postseason draws closer.

2 Apr 49min

It’s an impromptu hockey roundtable as Gary Lawless and Bob Stauffer join the show to break down the Edmonton Oilers and Vegas Golden Knights. With these two teams building an intense rivalry, our guests make their case for why their squad will have the edge this season. From roster strengths to playoff potential, it's a spirited debate you won’t want to miss!

31 Mar 1h 6min

Calgary Flames GM Craig Conroy joins John and Daren as the Flames battle down the stretch for a playoff spot. Conroy shares his thoughts on the controversial goaltender interference call that cost Calgary a crucial game and offers an inside look at how the team is handling the final weeks of the season. The conversation also covers the Flames' progression, injury updates, and both the short- and long-term outlook for the club.

28 Mar 1h 2min