Inside The Rink

Connor Hellebuyck's suspension, a rumored handshake agreement, and a public fracture between the Winnipeg Jets and their franchise goalie set the tone for one of the most combustible NHL conversations of the season. If you want the real story behind the Hellebuyck standoff, the fallout from Kevin Cheveldayoff's press conference, and what it could mean for Winnipeg's future, this episode goes deep. ITR host Connor Green is joined by Conrad Jack, the credentialed Winnipeg Jets reporter for Inside the Rink, to unpack how this situation got so messy so fast. From the reported tension around Hellebuyck's training camp absence to the fan backlash, possible behind-the-scenes promises, and the uncomfortable reality of what happens if this turns into a long-term stalemate, they break down the chess match between player, agent, and organization. You'll also hear a sharp comparison to Dylan Larkin's situation in Detroit, where the Red Wings are handling a trade-request-like scenario very differently. Connor and Conrad dig into what teams can do when a star no longer fits the timeline, why some front offices choose damage control while others go public, and how these choices shape both leverage and perception. The conversation then widens across the NHL. They react to Cutter Gauthier's new deal in Anaheim, the wave of massive extensions for young players like Justin Sordeef and Ryan Leonard, and how the rising salary cap is changing what teams can afford. They also get into the U.S. dollar versus Canadian dollar advantage, why Winnipeg may need to spend bigger to stay competitive, and how Canadian markets can attract elite talent in a league where winning, money, and market appeal all collide. Finally, the episode tackles the controversy around Alex Ovechkin's participation in a Russian state media campaign and the difficult reality of athletes navigating politics, safety, and life after hockey. Conrad offers a grounded perspective on why not every public stance is as simple as it looks from North America. Essential listening if you follow the Winnipeg Jets, care about NHL contract drama, or want the broader context behind the league's biggest player-power and money stories right now. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Join Connor and Alex DeBera of the Kickin Tires Podcast as they break down Dylan Larkin's trade request, Steve Yzerman's role change, and young stars earning top money in the NHL. Want to see videos of this podcast? Head over to our YouTube account! Stay up to date with the Inside The Rink Mobile App. Apple & Android Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Connor Hellebuyck threw the NHL world into a frenzy by making his trade request public. Inside The Rink's Winnipeg Jets reporter, Conrad Jack, joins the show to help us rundown Hellebuyck's situation, suitors, and the Jets future. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See https://pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Join host Connor as he breaks into the 2026-27 season with a brief summer recap. Five of the hottest topics in the NHL. Get ready for an exciting season with Inside The Rink! Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See https://pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Join Chris and Aaron as they break down the recent trade requests from Dylan Larkin and Darnell Nurse along with Mike Babcock's return to the NHL? Michael McCarron signs an extension with the Minnesota Wild, and Matthew Knies ALMOST traded. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See https://pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Join Chris and Aaron back at it after a brief IR stint. We wrap up Round 2 of the Stanley Cup Playoffs and give our thoughts on the Conference Final matchups. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See https://pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Join Chris and Aaron as they break down Round 1 of the 2026 Stanley Cup Playoffs. Winners and Losers, who is advancing to Round 2 & hear our predictions for the matchups. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See https://pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Join Chris and Aaron as they cover the first couple of games in every divisional matchup. Hear their takes on the biggest winners and losers, maybe a couple surprise takes! Give us your thoughts in the comments below! If you like our show, please give us a rating and review on Apple or Spotify! Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See https://pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Join Chris and Aaron as they wrap up the NHL regular season and get you prepared for the NHL Stanley Cup Playoffs. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See https://pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Join Chris and Aaron as they discuss the recent firings of New York Islanders head coach, Patrik Roy, New Jersey Devils general manager Tom Fitzgerald is OUT, and wrapping up what is becoming an electric last week of the season. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See https://pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Join Chris & Aaron as they cover the Bruce Cassidy firing, Brad Treliving relieved of duties in Toronto, and an immersive NHL playoff race update. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See https://pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Join the Inside The Rink Podcast as Chris and guest host, Producer Connor, cover the latest NCAA signings, Injury Updates, and a deep dive into playoff races. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See https://pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Join the Inside The Rink Podcast as Chris and Aaron break down the Auston Matthews injury, Maple Leafs team identity, Anze Kopitar's record breaking night, and an NHL Playoff update. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See https://pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Join the Inside The Rink Podcast as Chris and Aaron break down the 2026 NHL Trade Deadline with their biggest winners and losers - Are the Buffalo Sabres ready for a Stanley Cup run? - Are the Anaheim Ducks ready to become playoff contenders? All of this and more! Make sure to subscribe to our show, don't miss any of the action! Want a more interactive experience? Go over to the Inside The Rink YouTube channel for video episodes! Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See https://pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Join Chris and new co-host Aaron as they discuss Samuel Girard being traded to the Pittsburgh Penguins, Connor Murphy traded to the Edmonton Oilers, and a flurry of injuries to NHL stars prior to the NHL Trade Deadline. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See https://pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Join the Inside The Rink Podcas as we recap the 2026 Olympic Games. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See https://pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Join the Inside The Rink Podcas as we get you caught up on the latest news from the 2026 Olympics Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See https://pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Join the Inside The Rink podcast as Chris and Conrad discuss the pre-Olympic trades and get you ready for the NHL at the Olympics in Italy - a full Olympic Primer Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See https://pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Join Chris and Conrad of the Inside The Rink Podcast as they break down this week's NHL News. In this episode, we discuss Barry Trotz retiring from hockey and stepping down as the general manager of the Nashville Predators, Ondrej Palat traded to the New York Islanders, NHL Stadium Series, and much more! Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See https://pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Join the Inside The Rink Podcast as we start setting the table for the NHL Trade Deadline for the Detroit Red Wings, Buffalo Sabres, Boston Bruins, Toronto Maple Leafs, Colorado Avalanche, Utah Mammoth, Vegas Golden Kngihts, and more! Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See https://pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Join the Inside The Rink Podcast as we discuss the latest NHL news and highlights. In this episode, we discuss: - Rasmus Andersson Traded to the Vegas Golden Knights - Kiefer Sherwood Traded to the San Jose Sharks - NHL Contract Extensions - Brandon Bussi A Sneaky Vezina Candidate? And much more! Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See https://pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Join Inside The Rink as we get you caught up on the latest NHL news: Dougie Hamilton on the outs in New Jersey, Laurent Brossoit traded to the San Jose Sharks, Philip Broberg signs a staggering contract, NHL injury updates, and mid-season awards! Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See https://pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Join Chris and Conrad as they discuss the recent NHL trades and signings along with a weekly recap, World Junior Championship recap, and a look at the NHL standings. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See https://pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Catch up with this week's NHL news: Yegor Chinakov traded to the Pittsburgh Penguins, Carolina's Kochetkov out for the season, the Buffalo Sabres are RED HOT, a World Juniors update, and much more! Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See https://pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Join Chris and Conrad as they cover the NHL trade frenzy prior to the Holiday Roster Freeze, the front office's changes and preparations for a new future in Buffalo, and our thoughts on the NHL at the break. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See https://pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Join Chris and Conrad as they discuss the massive NHL Trades this week, Quinn Hughes to the Minnesota Wild & the Oilers/Penguins making a goaltending swap! All of this and more! Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See https://pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Join Chris and Conrad as they discuss the Ryan McDonagh extension, Tyler Seguin injury, and the Winnipeg Jets goaltending scenario. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Join Chris and Conrad as they discuss the recent NHL Goalie trade rumors and play a game of In or Out for playoff contenders. 

Join Chris and Conrad as they discuss the OHL debauchery by Luke Dragusica, Rantanen's rough stuff, a pair of contract terminations, and much more!

Join Chris and Conrad as they discuss Adrian Kempe's extension, the Bruins/Habs fights, teams in jeopardy, and much more!

Join Chris and Conrad as they discuss the contract extensions out West, the youth movement in the NHL is alive and well, and Sidney Crosby's 1,700 points.

Join Chris and Conrad as they break down this week's NHL news and highlights. Starting with the rough week chuckin' nucks, McAvoy vs. MacKinnon/Reaves vs. Rempe, along with the hottest teams in the NHL and the basement dwellers.

Join Chris and Conrad as they discuss Brad Marchand's return to Boston, a stifled goalie fight, Red Wings' winning streak, Matthew Schaefer's hot start, and the Blackhawks have arrived. 

Join Chris and Conrad as they give their early season thoughts, discuss Jack Eichel's future in Vegas, and Lane Hutson's extension with the Montreal Canadiens.

Join Chris and Conrad as they discuss their predictions for the 2025-26 season!

Join Chris and special guest Darryl of the Oil Drop Podcast as they cover the Pacific Division Preview, Kirill Kaprizov signing the largest contract in NHL history, Marc-Andre Fleury's final game, and a couple of extensions signed. 

Join Chris and Conrad as the cover their Central Division Preview, Bernie Parent passes at 80, Joseph Woll's indefinite Leave of Absence from the Toronto Maple Leafs, Anze Kopitar plans to retire following the season, and Alexander Ovechkin's health scare. All of this and much more! 

Join Chris and Conrad as they cover the latest news in the NHL, including J.T. Miller is the newest captain of the New York Rangers, a Fleury of PTO signings, goaltending contract signings in Calgary, Chicago, and Buffalo, followed up by our Metro Division Preview.

Join Chris and Conrad as they discuss Ken Dryden's passing, PTO season, Connor McDavid's explosive comments, and our Atlantic Division Preview!

Join Chris and Conrad as they discuss Milan Lucic's recent PTO with the St. Louis Blues, Marco Rossi inks a contract extension, and is Carey Price's contract about to be traded? All of this and much more!

Join Chris and Conrad as they kick back into NHL action and shake off the cobwebs of an NHL offseason.

Join Conrad and Chris as the discuss Gavin McKenna making the jump to the NCAA, Pittsburgh and San Jose making additions, and the NHL season to begin on October 7, 2025.

Join Chris & Conrad as they get you up-to-date on NHL Free Agency and the trade bonanza!

Join Chris and Conrad as they get you up-to-date on all the latest signings and trades heading into Free Agent Frenzy!

Join Chris and Conrad as they break down the Florida Panthers winning back-to-back Stanley Cups, Trevor Zegras traded to the Philadelphia Flyers, the AHL Calder Cup winning Abbotsford Canucks, and the upcoming 2025 NHL Draft!

Join Chris and Conrad as they break down the Chris Kreider trade, the Calder Cup Final, and the Stanley Cup Final drawing to an end.

Join Chris and Conrad as they get you up-to-date on the Stanley Cup Final, Calder Cup Final, and Chris Kreider trade talk.

Join Chris and Conrad as they discuss the AHL Calder Cup Final, the Stanley Cup Rematch between the Edmonton Oilers and Florida Panthers, and the drama taking place in Dallas. All this and much more!

Join Chris and Conrad as they get you up-to-date on the Stanley Cup Playoffs!

Join Conrad and Chris as they wrap up the second round of the 2025 Stanley Cup Playoffs and look ahead to the Conference Finals between Edmonton & Dallas and Carolina & Florida.

Join Chris and Conrad as they discuss Joel Quenneville getting back into the NHL, Gavin McKenna's record-setting game, and updates from the second round of the Stanley Cup Playoffs.