The Big Show

Here's what former NHL goalie Devan Dubynk, Ryan Kennedy and Michael Traikos discussed in this episode:

1:28: What do the Anaheim Ducks do with Leo Carlsson? Do they match the offer sheet?

4:57: How much does contract talk get into the dressing room?

7:40: What do the Ducks do with signing Cutter Gauthier when they only have limited cap space left?

12:30: Is Arturs Silovs a goaltender for the Pittsburgh Penguins to rely on?

15:25: Fifteen players have filed for arbitration, including Jason Robertson. What is his end goal?

19:17: Kirby Dach, also on the list, had a $4-million qualifying offer and still filed for arbitration. Is he worth that much?

21:02: Is this a dicey move by Dach considering his injury troubles?

23:28: What is going on in Vancouver? Is center Elias Pettersson going to be traded?

25:07: Where do you see Pettersson contributing to the Canucks?

28:10: Sportsnet's Elliotte Friedman reported there being some discontent with Brady Tkachuk's podcast later in the season. Thoughts?

31:48: Which team is missing the most pieces?

33:41: Who is the next player to get an offer sheet?

34:49: Alex Ovechkin is 71 goals away from 1,000 in the regular season. Should he go for it and play two more seasons?

37:50: Who will be the worst team in the NHL in 2026-27?
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Here's what Andrew McInnis, Ryan Kennedy and Michael Traikos discussed in this episode:

1:00: How important is it for the Montreal Canadiens to have so many core players locked down?

5:37: After re-signing Jakub Dobes, what will happen to Samuel Montembeault and Jacob Fowler?

8:15: Thoughts on the Minnesota Wild picking up Blake Coleman and Olli Maatta?

10:10: How does Jake Middleton fit into the Calgary Flames' lineup? 

11:03: Where do the Columbus Blue Jackets fit into the playoff picture with Zach Werenski staying?

15:25: What is the feeling surrounding the Detroit Red Wings? 

18:24: If Dylan Larkin stays in Detroit, will he remain their captain?

19:30: Do you think Dyaln Larkin is justified in wanting to leave the Red Wings? 

22:35: How would you evaluate the New York Rangers' retool right now?

27:44: Name one other team you think needs a Rangers-style retool.

29:02: Rate the start of Vancouver's rebuild from one to five

30:43: Will we ever see 7-foot-1 San Jose Sharks prospect Alexander Karmanov in the NHL?

33:04: Who is the best UFA still available? 

34:22: Predict Alex Ovechkin's goal total this upcoming season
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Here's what Ryan Kennedy, Michael Traikos and Michael Augello discussed in this episode:

1:00 What did you make of John Chayka's moves on July 1 so far?

6:04: Do you think the Leafs' additions give them flexibility in their lineup? 

10:26: Will the San Jose Sharks make the playoffs next season?

12:11: How would you grade Mike Grier's job on July 1 for San Jose?

13:30: Are the Florida Panthers the team to beat in the Eastern Conference?

15:24: Is it Cup or bust for the Florida Panthers?

17:20: How does the goaltending in the Atlantic Division change who goes far in the playoffs?

18:45: Do you think Stuart Skinner will be the backup goalie in Winnipeg or the starter if Connor Hellebuyck is traded?

20:10: What team makes the most sense for Hellebuyck?

21:59: Thoughts on Edmonton picking up goalie Devon Levi?

24:10: Are we disappointed in the Oilers' free agency so far?

25:40: What is happening with the rumors surrounding Zach Werenski?

28:48: Who are your biggest winners from today so far? 

31:40: Who were your biggest losers from the day so far?

33:28: Which team was quiet today but we should keep an eye on?

34:30: Yay OR Nay: Ivan Demidov has signed an eight-year extension with Montreal at $9.125 million annually

35:26: Who is the best player still available?

36:10: Yes or No: Are we surprised that Alex Ovechkin didn't re-sign at noon?
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Here's what former NHL goalie Devan Dubynk, Ryan Kennedy and Michael Traikos discussed in this episode:

1:00: What are the San Jose Sharks still missing at this point? 

3:10: Does it take time to become a true threat in the NHL?

5:11: What were some of the habits Devan had to change going from the minors to the pros? 

8:52: Reacting to the New York Rangers acquiring Pavel Dorofeyev

10:50 How will Dorofeyev's play be affected by playing for the Rangers?

13:15: What does the addition of Mason McTavish and Brandon Carlo do for the St. Louis Blues?

15:10 What is the feeling surrounding the direction the Blues are headed?

16:35: How are you feeling about the Ottawa Senators right now?

18:55: What effect does losing a captain have on the dressing room?

21:13: The Buffalo Sabres continued a youth-focused approach under GM Jarmo Kekalainen by drafting Daxon Rudolph instead of trading the fourth overall pick and adding Olen Zellweger. Is this a smart approach?

25:55: Do you think the Sabres need a goaltending upgrade?

29:31: Which team made the best trade over the past week?

31:52: Which team has been quiet during the off-season so far and needs to improve?

33:50: Which RFA is most likely to sign an extension on July 1?

35:16: Which free agent do you think will be the best bargain?

36:37: Like or dislike: The Canadiens traded Brendan Gallagher to the Vancouver Canucks
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Here's what Katie Gaus, Ryan Kennedy and Michael Traikos discussed in this episode:

0:00: Breaking down the top five prospects ahead of the 2026 NHL draft

2:27: Is Gavin McKenna ready for the NHL spotlight?

4:45: How will the San Jose Sharks handle the second overall pick?

6:39: What is Chase Reid's ceiling as a prospect?

8:15: Who will the Buffalo Sabres target with the fourth overall pick?

9:38: How much undecidedness is there among the top five prospects?

13:58: Which prospect will be the biggest riser and faller of the draft?

19:45: Bold trade predictions for the NHL draft

21:38: What are the Toronto Maple Leafs looking to get in return for Morgan Rielly?

25:20: Reacting to the Columbus Blue Jackets' acquisition of Valeri Nichushkin

28:53: Is Alex Ovechkin more likely to return to the Washington Capitals after their recent trades?

32:10: Could Jason Robertson end up earning more than $15-million per season?

35:50: Who are the top remaining free agents to target this summer?

38:15: Reflecting on funny moments when star players leave a city

39:50: Will there be a goaltender drafted in the first round?
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