76: Lane Lambert on Taking Over as Head Coach of the Seattle Kraken.
Lane Lambert joins the show to talk about his new role as head coach of the Seattle Kraken. After years of experience as an assistant, Lane discusses the transition to leading a bench and what he plans to bring to a Kraken team aiming to become a consistent playoff contender. From coaching philosophy to expectations in Seattle, it's a great look at what’s next for one of the NHL’s newest franchises.
30 Jun 35min
75: Deputy Commissioner Bill Daly on the NHL’s Biggest Year Yet.
Deputy Commissioner Bill Daly joins John and Daren to reflect on what Daren calls “the best NHL season ever.” From league-wide growth to on-ice storylines, Daly shares his thoughts on the year that was, looks ahead to the upcoming NHL Draft, and discusses the continued evolution of the league. With a new CBA announcement expected soon at the time of recording, the guys do their best to pull some insight out of him—while also touching on potential expansion franchises and what’s next for the NHL.
27 Jun 50min
74: The Man Trying to Bring the NHL Back to Atlanta: Vernon Krause.
Vernon Krause—the man leading the charge to bring the NHL back to Atlanta—joins the show to give us a rare inside look at the expansion process. From timelines and potential locations to the motivation behind the push, Vernon lays it all out. Plus, John and Daren get an exclusive hint at what the team might be called if the dream becomes a reality.
25 Jun 53min
The Hockey Hall of Fame Class of 2025 — Who Got In and Who’s Still Waiting
It’s just John and Daren on this bonus episode as they take a closer look at the newest inductees into the Hockey Hall of Fame. The two break down each selection, what earned them the honour, and dive into the always-heated debate around the names that were left out — and those who deserve to get the call in the future.
24 Jun 45min
73: NHL Draft Preview: Sportsnet NHL Draft Analyst Sam Cosentino Breaks It All Down
Sportsnet NHL Draft Analyst Sam Cosentino joins the show to help us look ahead to the final big event of the hockey season: the NHL Draft. The crew dives into the ongoing debate between Junior Hockey and College development paths, anticipates a busy day of trades from NHL GMs, and breaks down the top prospects in this year’s draft. Sam doesn’t hold back, sharing insight and a few unexpected takes on who he believes should go early.
23 Jun 1h 16min
72: The New Voice of the Rangers: Kenny Albert on Taking Over for Sam Rosen & His Busy Broadcast Life
Kenny Albert—the busiest man in broadcasting—joins the show to reflect on calling the Stanley Cup Final and share what’s next on his jam-packed schedule. Most notably, Kenny discusses his new role as the New York Rangers’ play-by-play voice, what it means to follow in the footsteps of the legendary Sam Rosen, and how the opportunity came together.
20 Jun 1h 4min
71: From Game 7 to Summer Plans: Louie DeBrusk on the Stanley Cup Final
Louie DeBrusk joins the show to break down the Stanley Cup Final from all angles. The trio takes a detailed look at how both teams got to the big stage—and what ultimately separated the champion from the runner-up. With the offseason now underway, the conversation shifts to what’s next, especially for the team that fell short and faces some major decisions moving forward.
18 Jun 1h 1min
70: What’s Next in Anaheim? Ducks GM Pat Verbeek Joins the Show.
Anaheim Ducks GM Pat Verbeek joins the show after a busy start to the offseason. Pat gives his perspective on the hiring of Joel Quenneville and what he expects from his new coach behind the bench. He also discusses the recent trade for Chris Kreider and outlines what’s next for the Ducks as they enter a new and promising phase of their rebuild.
16 Jun 43min
