Brad Treliving on Leafs in the 4 Nations Face-Off and Preparing for the Season's Second Half
In this bonus episode, Brad Treliving joins the show to discuss the Toronto Maple Leafs' representation in the 4 Nations Face-Off, with three players—Mitch Marner (Canada), Auston Matthews (USA), and William Nylander (Sweden)—each playing for different countries. He shares his thoughts on the tournament and its impact on the team. After the break, Treliving provides insight into how the Leafs are approaching the latter half of the NHL season, focusing on strategies to maintain momentum and address upcoming challenges.
18 Feb 51min
20: Rick Bowness Breaks Down Canada’s Path to a 4 Nations Final Against the U.S.
Following Canada’s win over Finland, Rick Bowness joins the show to break down the matchup and set the stage for a highly anticipated rematch against the U.S. in the 4 Nations Face-Off. He shares his perspective on Canada’s tournament so far, analyzes the wild game against the U.S. over the weekend, and outlines what both teams need to do to come out on top. Don’t miss this one!
17 Feb 53min
19: Scotty Bowman & His Thoughts On The 4 Nations Faceoff, Sidney Crosby & The NHl's Best.
Legendary coach Scotty Bowman joins the show to break down the 4 Nations Faceoff, analyzing the differences between North American and European play styles and each team’s chances of winning it all. After the break, Bowman shares his thoughts on Sidney Crosby’s enduring greatness, Alex Ovechkin’s pursuit of Wayne Gretzky’s goal record, and who he believes is the best player in the NHL today.
14 Feb 1h 14min
Raising Tkachuks: Keith & Chantal on Hockey, Family, and Team USA.
In this special bonus episode, Keith Tkachuk and his wife, Chantal, join the show to talk about raising two of Team USA’s stars at the 4 Nations Faceoff—Matthew and Brady. They share stories from their sons’ early years, their journey to the NHL, and how USA Hockey has evolved. Plus, what it’s like for Matthew and Brady to carve out their own legacies while playing in the shadow of their legendary father.
12 Feb 44min
18: Barry Trotz on the Preds’ Struggles, Trade Deadline Plans & Expectations For The Future.
Nashville Predators GM Barry Trotz joins the show to discuss the team’s inconsistent scoring, their underwhelming season so far, and what he plans to do with veteran players as the trade deadline approaches. Trotz also shares his thoughts on the 4 Nations Faceoff and what it means for international hockey.
12 Feb 57min
17: Mark Messier on Team Canada, the 4 Nations Face-Off, and Today’s Game.
Mark Messier joins the show to talk all things Team Canada and the upcoming 4 Nations Face-Off. He shares his experience representing Canada, the culture behind the team, and what goes into the selection process. Plus, insight on Connor McDavid, his broadcasting career, and how the game has evolved. A conversation you won’t want to miss!
10 Feb 1h 2min
16: Keith Jones on Leading the Flyers, Building a Winner, and John Tortorella
Keith Jones joins the show to talk about his transition to President of the Philadelphia Flyers and what it means to represent the city. He dives into the team’s turnaround, young players stepping up, and the thought process behind his recent trade with Calgary. Plus, plenty of insight on working with John Tortorella. A must-listen for Flyers fans!
7 Feb 55min
15: Re-Living Olympic Glory, Failure and Discussing Hockey’s Biggest Debates with Chris Pronger
Chris Pronger stops by, and as expected, he doesn’t disappoint. With the Four Nations Cup and Olympic hockey approaching, we revisit his Olympic memories and why he believes Team Canada faces a unique disadvantage when it comes to international play. From there, we dive into why he hasn’t pursued broadcasting yet, his thoughts on hockey culture, and what it really takes to build a winning team. A must-listen with one of the game’s greats!
5 Feb 1h 12min
