The Sick Podcast - The Eye Test: NHL

On this episode of The Sick Podcast, Pierre McGuire and Jimmy Murphy discuss the Pittsburgh Penguins convincing win over the Philadelphia Flyers, the Toronto Maple Leafs bounce back, the Colorado Avalanche lay the beat down on the LA Kings, critical rematch for the Edmonton Oilers, the situation in Detroit not getting any better and much more! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

On this episode of The Sick Podcast, Pierre McGuire and Jimmy Murphy discuss the Montreal Canadiens spoiling the Toronto Maple Leafs' home opener, the New York Rangers still suffering from the same issues, Jacob Markstrom silencing his doubters, the Detroit Red Wings starting the season without Simon Edvinsson, the concerning result out of Edmonton and much more! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

On this episode of The Sick Podcast, the legendary Scotty Bowman joins Pierre McGuire and Jimmy Murphy to preview the NHL season. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

On this episode of The Sick Podcast, Tony Marinaro joins Pierre McGuire and Jimmy Murphy to discuss the major blockbuster trade involving star wingers Kirill Marchenko and Matthew Knies, what this means for the Toronto Maple Leafs and Columbus Blue Jackets, the effects of a shortened preseason and much more! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

On this episode of The Sick Podcast, Tony Marinaro joins Pierre McGuire and Jimmy Murphy to discuss if the Montreal Canadiens should go all in this year, if Mark Scheifele to the Habs make sense, the rising salary cap and much more Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

On this episode of The Sick Podcast, Pierre McGuire and Jimmy Murphy discuss Adam Fantilli's 6-year contract extension with the Columbus Blue Jackets, what this means for Kirill Marchenko's future in Columbus, which teams would have the best offers to land the star winger and much more! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

On this episode of The Sick Podcast, Sid Seixeiro joins Pierre McGuire and Jimmy Murphy to discuss the Toronto Maple Leafs' offseason moves, their biggest deficiencies last season, Jim Hiller's impact and much more! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

On this episode of The Sick Podcast, Pierre McGuire and Jimmy Murphy discuss Ottawa Senators owner Michael Andlauer's spicy comments regarding Brady Tkachuk's departure, the latest on Connor Hellebuyck, the Montreal Canadiens' defense corps becoming a force and much more! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

On this episode of The Sick Podcast, Pierre McGuire and Jimmy Murphy discuss the NHL's plans for upcoming expansion, will the league have enough talent to go around, a big year ahead for Matvei Michkov, Montreal Canadiens rookies generating some buzz and much more! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

On this episode of The Sick Podcast, Pierre McGuire and Jimmy Murphy discuss the interesting battles at Montreal Canadiens training camp, Kirill Marchenko appearing very non committal as to his future with the Columbus Blue Jackets, what the cost of acquisition would resemble, the Seattle Kraken trending in the wrong direction and much more! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

On this episode of The Sick Podcast, Pierre McGuire and Jimmy Murphy discuss Dylan Larkin's press conference, when his trade request could be fulfilled, the Winnipeg Jets suspending Connor Hellebuyck, unsigned RFAs not reporting to training camp, Chris Kreider already making an impact on the Canadiens lineup and much more! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

On this episode of The Sick Podcast, player agent Matt Keator joins Pierre McGuire and Jimmy Murphy to discuss Leo Carlsson's historic offer sheet, getting Chris Kreider to Montreal, Ryan Leonard signing a long-term extension with the Washington Capitals and much more! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

On this episode of The Sick Podcast, Marco D'Amico joins Pierre McGuire and Jimmy Murphy to discuss Ryan Leonard and Drake Batherson's contract extensions, the Columbus Blue Jackets still unable to get a deal done with Adam Fantilli, the Montreal Canadiens potentially preparing for another major move, Connor Hellebuyck and Dylan Larkin awaiting their next destinations and much more! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

On this episode of The Sick Podcast, Pierre McGuire and Jimmy Murphy discuss Chris Kreider signing a 1-year contract with the Montreal Canadiens, why he chose the Habs, how he'll fit on that roster, the Anaheim Ducks reportedly closing in on an extension with Cutter Gauthier, the unresolved situations around the league 2 days away from the start of NHL training camps and much more! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

On this episode of The Sick Podcast, NHL Hall Of Famer Brady Park joins Pierre McGuire and Jimmy Murphy to remember the tragic events of 9/11 and honour the life of Garnet “Ace” Bailey, Brad's memories of the legendary Summit Series, his favourite defensemen today and much more! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

On this episode of The Sick Podcast, Pierre McGuire and Jimmy Murphy discuss the U.S. Hockey Hall Of Fame inductees, how the Minnesota Wild will handle Quinn Hughes' contract extension, the asking price for Kirill Marchenko revealed, why the Detroit Red Wings have yet to name a new general manager and much more! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

On this episode of The Sick Podcast, Columbus Blue Jackets general manager Don Waddell joins Pierre McGuire and Jimmy Murphy to discuss the rapidly evolving landscape of the NHL, the latest on the contract extension negotiations with Adam Fantilli, trade rumours surrounding star winger Kirill Marchenko, some clarifications on the Zach Werenski situation, the benefits of having Mathieu Olivier in the lineup, what the Blue Jackets are missing to get over the hump and much more! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

On this episode of The Sick Podcast, Pierre McGuire and Jimmy Murphy discuss Adam Fanitilli's ongoing contract negotiations with the Columbus Blue Jackets, the Winnipeg Jets figuring out the trade market for Connor Hellebuyck, the Detroit Red Wings navigating Dylan Larkin's trade request without a general manager, how long will Cutter Gauthier sign for with the Ducks, Quinn Hughes not committing to the Minnesota Wild and much more! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

On this episode of The Sick Podcast, Pierre McGuire and Jimmy Murphy discuss Connor Hellebuyck's trade request, the likeliest destinations for the gold medalist, Dylan Larkin's trade demands remain unanswered, Cale Makar' record breaking contract extension, what this will mean for Quinn Hughes and the Minnesota Wild, NHL broadcasting developments and much more! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

On this episode of The Sick Podcast, Pierre McGuire and Jimmy Murphy discuss NHL expansion updates, standing predictions for the 2026-27 NHL season, potential surprises and disappointments, which teams are feeling the most amount of pressure and much more! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

On this episode of The Sick Podcast, Pierre McGuire and Jimmy Murphy discuss John Tavares' legal battle against the CRA, just how disadvantaged Canadian teams will be long-term, Cutter Gauthier reportedly turning down the Anaheim Ducks' latest contract extension offer, how the Ducks will be able to get themselves out of this pickle and much more! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

On this episode of The Sick Podcast, NHLPA Executive Director Marty Walsh joins Pierre McGuire and Jimmy Murphy to discuss the Leo Carlsson offer sheet, how teams are adapting to the rising salary cap, how the NHLPA is preparing for eventual expansion and much more! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

On this episode of The Sick Podcast, Pierre McGuire and Jimmy Murphy discuss Hockey Canada trying to re-establish their former dominance, just how impactful are state income tax benefits for NHL teams, which directions could Kent Hughes and the Montreal Canadiens go before the start of training camp, the Columbus Blue Jackets in a precarious position, the Detroit Red Wings taking their time to find a new general manager and much more! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

On this episode of The Sick Podcast, NHL deputy commissioner Bill Daly joins Pierre McGuire and Jimmy Murphy to discuss the growth of the league this past season, how NHL teams are adapting to the rising cap, the expansion plans that have been discussed, the ongoing efforts to reach the European markets and much more! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

On this episode of The Sick Podcast, Pierre McGuire and Jimmy Murphy discuss the resolution of the Leo Carlsson offer sheet, the Chicago Blackhawks extending Connor Bedard to only 5 more years, Jason Robertson extending for 1 season with the Dallas Stars after a long a messy negotiation process, the Montreal Canadiens seemingly satisfied with status quo and much more! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

On this episode of The Sick Podcast, Pierre McGuire and Jimmy Murphy discuss Alex Ovechkin's 1-year contract extension with the Washington Capitals, the Caps loading up for one last run with the great 8, the Montreal Canadiens signing breakout goaltender Jakub Dobes to a 3-year contract extension, the Minnesota Wild acquire Blake Coleman, the confusing situation in Columbus and much more! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

On this episode of The Sick Podcast, Pierre McGuire, Jimmy Murphy and Shayne Gaumond break down the 2026 NHL free agency and all major moves that have already transpired! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

On this episode of The Sick Podcast, Pierre McGuire and Jimmy Murphy preview the 2026 NHL free agency, discuss the latest moves from around the NHL, the Florida Panthers reuniting with Jacob Markstrom, which teams could be in the running to acquire Connor Hellebuyck and much more! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

On this episode of The Sick Podcast, Pierre McGuire and Jimmy Murphy break down the 2026 NHL entry draft, the underwhelming format and broadcast, Eastern Conference teams loading up, the Columbus Blue Jackets at a crossroads, the Montreal Canadiens trade Brendan Gallagher to the Vancouver Canucks and much more! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

On this episode of The Sick Podcast, Pierre McGuire and Jimmy Murphy preview tonight's 2026 NHL entry draft, what the top 5 picks should look like, the teams with the most pressure to succeed in this draft, potential trades opportunities and much more! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

On this episode of The Sick Podcast, Jimmy Murphy and Shayne Gaumond discuss the latest moves from around the NHL, the biggest rumours ahead of draft night, the many question marks surrounding the Columbus Blue Jackets, a potential plot twist regarding the Montreal Canadiens and much more! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

On this episode of The Sick Podcast, Pierre McGuire and Jimmy Murphy discuss the latest trades from across the NHL, which teams have improved the most, the biggest names still in the rumour mill, Friday's NHL entry draft and much more! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

On this episode of The Sick Podcast, Pierre McGuire and Jimmy Murphy discuss the Hockey Hall of Fame Class of 2026, Patrice Bergeron, Carey Price, Keith Tkachuk, Brian Burke, the Brady Tkachuk blockbuster trade, William Eklund joining the Ottawa Senators, NHL expansion, draft trade scenarios, Canadian market concerns, free agency storylines & more! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

On this episode of The Sick Podcast, Jimmy Murphy and Shayne Gaumond discuss the shocking trade that sent Brady Tkachuk to the Florida Panthers, the ripple effects of this deal, the 2026 Hockey Hall of Fame inductees and much more! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

On this episode of The Sick Podcast, Pierre McGuire and Shayne Gaumond discuss the Toronto Maple Leafs trading for and signing defenceman Darren Raddysh, Mike Babcock packing his bags for Edmonton, what his coaching staff could look like, Troy Terry set to miss up to 6 months, Jonathan Toews officially retiring and much more! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

On this episode of The Sick Podcast, Mark Spector joins Jimmy Murphy to discuss the NHL's decision to clear Mike Babcock to coach again in the NHL, why his style could work in Edmonton, the Oilers' leadership group signing off on the likely hire, the Boston Bruins retiring Patrice Bergeron's jersey, the many NHL teams looking to make a splash this summer and much more! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

On this episode of The Sick Podcast, Pierre McGuire and Jimmy Murphy discuss the Toronto Maple Leafs hiring Jim Hiller as the team's new head coach, why Toronto landed on Hiller out of all candidates, the San Jose Sharks acquire Michael Kesselring, new developments in the Dylan Larkin saga, Vincent Trocheck changes agents and much more! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

On this episode of The Sick Podcast, Pierre McGuire and Jimmy Murphy break down the Carolina Hurricanes' path to becoming Stanley Cup champions, the Toronto Maple Leafs acquiring Samuel Ersson and Emil Andrae, the Philadelphia Flyers acquiring Joseph Woll and Simon Benoit, the Nashville Predators acquiring Ross Colton, the exciting offseason ahead and much more! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

On this episode of The Sick Podcast, Pierre McGuire and Shayne Gaumond break down the Carolina Hurricanes' path to becoming Stanley Cup champions, Jordan Staal's remarkable performance, Rod Brind'Amour's effective system, a look into what should be a busy offseason and much more! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

On this episode of The Sick Podcast, Pierre McGuire and Jimmy Murphy break down Game 5 of the Stanley Cup Final between the Carolina Hurricanes and the Vegas Golden Knights and much more! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

On this episode of The Sick Podcast, player agents John Kofi Osei-Tutu and Bobby Gauthier join Pierre McGuire and Jimmy Murphy to talk about their client Brandon Bussi, the challenges he's faced to get to where he is, a preview of Game 5 of the Stanley Cup Final between the Carolina Hurricanes and the Vegas Golden Knights and much more! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

On this episode of The Sick Podcast, Pierre McGuire and Shayne Gaumond discuss Game 4 of the Stanley Cup Final between the Carolina Hurricanes and the Vegas Golden Knights, Jordan Staal at the top of his game, the NHLPA launching an investigation into Mike Babcock, why the Edmonton Oilers are seeking out his services and much more! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

On this episode of The Sick Podcast, Pierre McGuire and Jimmy Murphy preview Game 4 of the Stanley Cup Final between the Carolina Hurricanes and the Vegas Golden Knights, Carolina's goaltending dilemma, Dylan Larkin's controversial 3-team trade list, the heavy criticism thrown his way and much more! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

On this episode of The Sick Podcast, Mark Recchi joins Pierre McGuire and Jimmy Murphy to discuss Game 3 of the Stanley Cup Final between the Carolina Hurricanes and the Vegas Golden Knights, the Los Angeles Kings hiring Peter Laviolette as the team's new head coach, further developments on Dylan Larkin's trade request and much more! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

On this episode of The Sick Podcast, Pierre McGuire and Jimmy Murphy discuss Game 2 of the Stanley Cup Final between the Carolina Hurricanes and the Vegas Golden Knights, the controversial challenge by Vegas, the Matthew Knies trade situation getting out of hand and much more! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

On this episode of The Sick Podcast, Pierre McGuire and Jimmy Murphy discuss the news of Dylan Larkin's trade request, his likeliest destinations, a preview of Game 2 of the Stanley Cup Final between the Carolina Hurricanes and the Vegas Golden Knights and much more! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

On this episode of The Sick Podcast, Pierre McGuire and Jimmy Murphy break down Game 1 of the Stanley Cup Final between the Carolina Hurricanes and the Vegas Golden Knights, what Carolina will need to do differently in Game 2, Toronto Maple Leafs coaching search heating up and much more! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

On this episode of The Sick Podcast, Pierre McGuire and Jimmy Murphy preview the Stanley Cup Final between the Carolina Hurricanes and the Vegas Golden Knights, the Nashville Predators hiring Chris MacFarland are their next general manager and president of hockey operations, the Vancouver Canucks hiring Manny Malhotra as their next head coach and much more! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

On this episode of The Sick Podcast, Pierre McGuire and Jimmy Murphy discuss the Montreal Canadiens' disappointing playoff exit, the glaring needs that were exposed in their playoff run, team Canada falls short at the World Championship once more, the free agent market this year, the Stanley Cup Final matchup and much more! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

On this episode of The Sick Podcast, Paul Hollingsworth joins Jimmy Murphy to preview Game 5 between the Montreal Canadiens and the Carolina Hurricanes! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

On this episode of The Sick Podcast, Jeff Marek joins Jimmy Murphy to discuss the Carolina Hurricanes' convincing 4-0 win to put them 1 win away from the Stanley Cup Final, what a series against Vegas would look like, why the Montreal Canadiens have struggled so much when playing at home in these playoffs, the major lessons they were able to learn, remembering the great Claude Lemieux and much more! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices