The Hockey News Big Show is here to discuss more big topics in the NHL and beyond.
Here's what Katie Gaus, Ryan Kennedy and Michael Traikos discussed:
0:36: Is this really the end of an era for Quinn Hughes in Vancouver?
2:16: Who are potential suitors for Quinn Hughes?
5:44: Are you confident Vancouver can get enough back for Hughes?
7:40: Utah has lost seven of 10, and now Logan Cooley is out for eight weeks. Are the Mammoth toast, or is there something they can do to get back on track?
11:17: If Oliver Ekman-Larsson is out for an extended amount of time, are the Leafs' chances of making a playoff spot gone?
15:11: What are the biggest Olympic roster questions left as we are now less than three weeks away from the roster submission deadline?
18:41: Which team is this year's dark horse in the world juniors?
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23:02: Out of the Canadian teams, whose defensive woes are you most surprised by?
24:53: The Maple Leafs, Flames and Jets rank better defensively but are still near the bottom of the league. What can they do to improve their standing?
26:33: What Canadian team or teams do you think will actually make it into the playoffs?
Rapid Fire
30:26: Yay or Nay: Tampa Bay and Boston's Stadium Series jerseys
34:15: On a scale of one to Bobby Baun... how hardcore is Charlie McAvoy returning from a broken jaw in less than a month?
35:47: Ken Dryden, Patrick Roy and Carey Price are all Montreal goaltenders who got their first NHL start and win against Pittsburgh. Thursday night, rookie Jacob Fowler joined that list with his first NHL start and win. Could this be a good omen for him?
37:28: Hurricanes rookie Brandon Bussi is the first goalie in NHL history to win 10 of his first 11 appearances. Is it time to consider moving one of Carolina's goalies?
39:13: What quote made you think, "say whaaaat?" this week?
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Could The Red Wings Win A Playoff Round This Year?
The Hockey News Big Show is here to discuss more big topics in the NHL and beyond.
Here's what Drew Shore, Ryan Kennedy and Michael Traikos discussed:
01:00: What are your expectations of the Vancouver Canucks with Thatcher Demko nearing a return from injury?
03:45: Can Dennis Hildeby keep the Toronto Maple Leafs afloat until they get one of their top two goalies back?
08:15: Can the Detroit Red Wings win a playoff round?
15:20: Can the Pittsburgh Penguins stay in the playoff race without injured center Evgeni Malkin?
20:30: What are your thoughts on the Boston Bruins' off-season moves?
26:00: How much pressure is on Canada to perform in the world juniors?
33:00: Is Finland a threat at the Olympics without Aleksander Barkov?
34:30: What's the best brother-sister hockey duo of all-time?
36:00: What's your favorite buzzer-beater goal in hockey history?
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Dissecting The Oilers' Mini Hot Streak
The Hockey News Big Show is here to discuss more big topics in the NHL and beyond.
Here's what ex-NHL goalie Devan Dubnyk, Michael Traikos and Andrew McInnis, discussed:
2:00: Connor McDavid scored a hat trick last week and has recorded a combined 12 shots in his past two games. Do you like his game when he shoots more? Is he more valuable as a playmaker or a scorer?
4:30: From Dubnyk's perspective, is McDavid underrated as a shooter?
6:55: Have the Oilers finally found their game?
8:05: Are too many of the losses from the Oilers blamed on the goaltending?
11:30: The Jets have now lost seven of their last nine games. Can the Jets do enough to put themselves in a playoff spot until Hellebuyck can return? Who must step up?
18:00: The Utah Mammoth sit fourth in the Central Division and in a second wild-card spot. Does this team have enough to stay in the mix with Logan Cooley out indefinitely? And who will finish higher in the standings: the Chicago Blackhawks or Utah Mammoth?
22:37: The Washington Capitals will be without their rookie winger, Ryan Leonard, after taking a massive blow from Jacob Trouba. Thoughts about the hit?
28:03: Are players noticing that Trouba didn't fight with Tom Wilson? Is it a respect issue?
30:20: Quinn Hughes said he's aware that "things like" having his name in trade talks between the Canucks and Devils could happen. But he added that if there was a call, he wasn't involved in it. How likely is it that Hughes will be on the Canucks by next fall?
32:34: Do the Devils start working on a trade package to get Quinn Hughes?
35:06: Which center would you pick to build your franchise around: Macklin Celebrini, Connor Bedard or Leo Carlsson?
37:03: Another week, another chance to name a player who had a hot or cold week.
39:22: The Winnipeg Jets host the 2026 Heritage Classic against the Canadiens. The Jets took to X and asked fans for jersey help. What jersey should the Jets wear?
40:36: What is Dubnyk's favorite moment from the outdoor game he played in?
42:54: Favorite Heritage Classic matchup?
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Could A Potential Injury Derail The Maple Leafs' Momentum?
The Hockey News Big Show is here to discuss more big topics in the NHL and beyond.
Here's what Katie Gaus, Ryan Kennedy and Michael Traikos discussed:
1:25: While there seems to be some tangible improvement the Toronto Maple Leafs, could an injury to Joseph Woll derail all that?
5:26: The Washington Capitals have now won six in a row and sit at the top of the Metropolitan Division. Are they Cup contenders?
9:34: The Tampa Bay Lightning signed Ryan McDonagh to a three-year, $12.3-million extension. Thoughts on this extension and them having most of their core signed long-term?
14:00: Ryan O'Reilly and Steven Stamkos continue to pop up in trade speculation. What teams could/should be interested in either? What are the chances of a Stamkos-Tampa Bay Lightning reunion?
18:25: If the Blues continue to struggle and remain near the bottom of the Central, do we think Jordan Binnington could be on the move? If so, where?
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23:36: Best long shots to win the Eastern Conference final: Ottawa Senators (+1800) and Pittsburgh Penguins (+10000). Out of these two teams, which one do you pick to advance to the Cup final?
26:13: Western Conference finals odds: Anaheim Ducks (+2200) and Minnesota Wild (+2000). Out of these two teams, which do you think could win the conference final?
28:05 Which conference is the toughest to win?
Rapid Fire
31:55: Best story so far this season?
34:38: How concerned are you about the rink situation at the Olympics?
37:23: Who has caught Ryan's eye in the prospects world this past week?
39:03: And what quote made you think, "say whaaaat?" this week?
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Should Avs' Cale Makar Win The Hart Trophy?
Here's what Ryan Kennedy, Michael Traikos and Andrew McInnis discussed:
01:50: Reacting to reports the Olympic hockey rink will be smaller than a standard NHL rink
07:40: What would a comparison to this Olympic rink news be in another sport?
09:30: What do you think the U.S. Thanksgiving benchmark means for teams like the Maple Leafs and Panthers?
18:00: What are your thoughts on Sheldon Keefe's comments about the fights between the Devils and Blue Jackets?
22:30: What do you think is causing the abnormal amount of fights this year?
26:50: If Cale Makar scores 100 points, should he win the Hart Trophy?
31:30: How does Sidney Crosby's play this year impact what Dubas may do with the Penguins’ roster?
34:30: What do you think Mark and Dale Hunter have in store for this year’s world junior teams?
37:35: Will a team hire Pete DeBoer this year?
38:40 How many games will Carter Hart start this season?
40:00: Jordan Binnington appeared to have some words for Jim Montgomery after being pulled in the Blues’ 4-1 loss to the Anaheim Ducks. Whose reaction was more justified?
42:00: With Tyler Seguin likely out for the season due to an ACL injury, who might the Stars pick up with that cap space?
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