Podcast appearances and mentions of Cale Makar

In hour 4 of The Drive, Zach and Phil react to Zach's poll asking if Bo Nis already a "franchise quarterback". Would the guys feel comfortable making Bo Nix a top 5 paid quarterback in the NFL? How many teams would trade their QB for Nix? The guys debate if JK Dobbins is on the best contract in Denver sports right now. Who are the other candidates? What could Cale Makar and JK Dobbins' contracts look like a year from now? We pivot to the Avalanche and preview their home opener tonight as they host Utah. How should the Avs go about "load managing" Gabe Landeskog? We wrap up the show with John Davis joining the show to discuss if the Broncos are in store for a "trap game" with the Jets.  

The conservative legal activists at Alliance Defending Freedom are taking another Colorado case to the Supreme Court this week. Will conversion therapy for minors — which has been illegal in this state since 2019 — be reconsidered as a free speech issue? Then, “gonzo journalist” and longtime Woody Creek resident Hunter S. Thompson's widow is asking the Colorado Bureau of Investigation to reopen the case of his death in 2005, which was ruled a suicide, but why she's requesting the probe remains murky. Host Bree Davies and producer Paul Karolyi dive into these stories plus new information on Pete's University Park Cafe, the Avs' questionable allegiance, and a listener question about a Denverite on “Survivor.” Paul mentioned Hunter S. Thompson's famous Rolling Stone article “The Battle of Aspen.” After we recorded this episode, Cale Makar answered a reporter's question about the view of him wearing an LA Rams uniform.  For even more news from around the city, subscribe to our morning newsletter Hey Denver at denver.citycast.fm. Follow us on Instagram: @citycastdenver Chat with other listeners on reddit: r/CityCastDenver Support City Cast Denver by becoming a member: membership.citycast.fm What do you think about Hunter S. Thompson's legacy in Colorado? Text or leave us a voicemail with your name and neighborhood, and you might hear it on the show: 720-500-5418 Learn more about the sponsors of this October 7th episode: Denver Film Wise Cozy Earth - use code COZYDENVER for 40% off best-selling temperature-regulating sheets, apparel, and more Looking to advertise on City Cast Denver? Check out our options for podcast and newsletter ads at citycast.fm/advertise

Dover and Cecil opened the show previewing tonight's Avalanche game against the Kings to open the season. Is it cup or bust for Jared Bednar? The fellas discussed what the plan is at left guard for the Broncos with Ben Powers going down. The guys heard from Cale Makar talking about wearing a Rams jersey despite being a massive Bo Nix fan. 

WWP NIGHT w/ the DETROIT RED WINGS (Nov. 15th vs. BUF) TICKETS:  https://www.gofevo.com/event/WingedWheelPodcast11-15 WWP NIGHT w/ the GRAND RAPIDS GRIFFINS TICKETS ON SALE NOW: https://griffinshockey.com/wwp The Detroit Red Wings are getting closer to puck drop on the regular season, and their rookies are still making noise... Tune in as we open by discussing Nate Danielson's injuries, Todd McLellan's comments on his chances, & how this affects his NHL vs. AHL trajectory (4:10). Next, a look at Axel Sandin Pellikka's development over the course of the preseason and when he might join Moritz Seider, Simon Edvinsson, and Albert Johansson on the blue line. Also, Michael Brandsegg-Nygard's impressive shot & NHL-style game, & whether we may see him with the Detroit Red Wings, joining Marco Kasper, Dylan Larkin, Alex DeBrincat, Patrick Kane, & Lucas Raymond in the top 6 (10:25). After that, a look at Kirill Kaprizov's new contract with the Minnesota Wild, how this shakes up the league's benchmarks, why Steve Yzerman should be happy about the deal, & what's next for players like Connor McDavid and Cale Makar (23:30). Next up, our Metropolitan Division preview, including predictions and analysis on Aho's Carolina Hurricanes, Hughes' New Jersey Devils, Shesterkin's New York Rangers, Ovechkin's Washington Capitals, Barzal's New York Islanders, Michkov's Philadelphia Flyers, Fantilli's Columbus Blue Jackets, & Crosby's Pittsburgh Penguins (38:30). All of that & lots more before we take your questions and comments in our Overtime segment (1:10:45) - enjoy! Head over to wingedwheelpodcast.com to find all the ways to listen, how to support the show, and so much more! This episode is brought to you by Green Light Lending: gogreenlightlending.com #ad This episode is brought to you by Hims. Visit hims.com/wingedwheel for your personalized hair loss treatment options. #ad Support the Jamie Daniels Foundation through Wings Money on the Board: https://www.wingedwheelpodcast.com/wingsmotb

In this episode, Jesse Montano and Meghan Angley dive deeper into the Colorado Avalanche's preseason storylines. From Gavin Brindley's push for an NHL job at just 20 years old, to the instant chemistry between Brock Nelson and Gabriel Landeskog on the second line, there's plenty to unpack. The duo also takes a closer look at Sam Malinski's early struggles playing his left-side and why it's no cause for concern just yet. #ColoradoAvalanche #GoAvsGo #AvsNation #NathanMacKinnon #CaleMakar #GuerillaSports #Hockey #AvalancheHockey #MileHighHockey #AvsFans #Avalanche2025 #Mikko Rantanen #AvsGameDay #NHLHighlights #DenverSports #AvalancheForever #MakarMagic #HockeyInColorado #StanleyCup #NHL This show is brought to you by RefiJet Did you know you could refinance your auto loan? With RefiJet, you could save around $150 a month—all with just a soft credit pull and zero hassle. Lower payments, flexible terms, even cash back from your car's equity. RefiJet does the work, you get the savings. Start today at RefiJet.com! The Faster, Easier way to Refinance

Écoutez l'essentiel des Amateurs de sports du 29 septembre: Martin McGuire et Dany Dubé réagissent au camp d’entraînement du Canadien et posent un regard critique sur certains choix de l'organisation. «C’est pas un bon message qu’on le retranche plus tôt…» – Dany Dubé Martin McGuire lève le ton sur le cas de Joshua Roy qui semble avoir été dépassé par d'autres joueurs dans la hiérarchie. Pendant ce temps, le Tricolore est toujours à la recherche d’un ailier capable de complémenter le duo Dach-Laine, mais ce ne sera pas Demidov, du moins pas pour l’instant. Et selon McGuire, pas de surprise à prévoir : Florian Xhekaj prendra le chemin de Laval une fois le calendrier préparatoire terminé. Le segement de Tony Marinaro Oliver Kapanen a un potentiel plus élevé que Joe Veleno, selon Marinaro, mais attention, il ne cache pas son admiration pour les aptitudes naturelles de Veleno : bon patin, bon flair… Reste qu’il devra gagner sa place. Et une question persiste : Kent Hughes, ex-agent de Veleno, aurait-il influencé sa signature à Montréal? Canadiens vs Sénateurs : Qui a la meilleure équipe? L’avenir semble plus rose à Montréal, mais dans le présent? « Une série en 7.» Et Marinaro ne s’en cache pas : il est vice-président autoproclamé (après ses parents!) du fan-club de Lane Hutson. Pour lui, Hutson est dans la même classe que Cale Makar et Quinn Hughes en termes d’impact offensif chez les jeunes défenseurs et il pourrait bien faire mal paraître plusieurs dirigeants de l’équipe américaine qui l’ont sous-estimé. Stéphane Waite, l'ex-entraîneur des gardiens des Canadiens et analyste chez Cogeco Media, jette un regard lucide sur le camp de Joshua Roy et sur la situation des gardiens à Montréal. «Très difficile pour Roy de se frayer un chemin dans le top 6, et il n’a pas l’identité d’un bottom 6», tranche Waite. Son camp? Décevant, mais il rappelle qu’il n’a que 22 ans et qu’il serait prématuré d’abandonner l’espoir de la LNH. Waite suggère une piste concrète : donner à Roy des minutes en désavantage numérique avec le Rocket de Laval. «Ça lui donnerait un outil de plus dans son coffre.» Côté gardiens, il reste encore des décisions à prendre. Jakub Dobeš et Kaapo Kähkönen sont toujours dans le décor, et Waite analyse les options qui s’offrent au CH à l’approche des dernières coupures. Voir https://www.cogecomedia.com/vie-privee pour notre politique de vie privée

The Colorado Avalanche's preseason is heating up, and big questions are already emerging. In this episode, Jesse Montano and Meghan Angley dig into expectations for Brock Nelson and Martin Necas, including how Necas has been grinding extra power play reps with Nathan MacKinnon. New Avs assistant coach Dave Hakstol joins to discuss Nelson's development, his power play philosophy, and managing star players. We also break down the Avs' early power play struggles, with both units failing to click against Dallas, plus first impressions of Victor Olofsson, Brent Burns, and the long-awaited return of Gabriel Landeskog. Finally, we tackle the forward depth chart: will Ross Colton or Jack Drury win the 3C job? Can Zakhar Bardakov lock down the 4C role? And does Gavin Brindley's standout camp make things complicated for Colorado's bottom-six? #ColoradoAvalanche #GoAvsGo #AvsNation #NathanMacKinnon #CaleMakar #GuerillaSports #Hockey #AvalancheHockey #MileHighHockey #AvsFans #Avalanche2025 #Mikko Rantanen #AvsGameDay #NHLHighlights #DenverSports #AvalancheForever #MakarMagic #HockeyInColorado #StanleyCup #NHL This show is brought to you by RefiJet Did you know you could refinance your auto loan? With RefiJet, you could save around $150 a month—all with just a soft credit pull and zero hassle. Lower payments, flexible terms, even cash back from your car's equity. RefiJet does the work, you get the savings. Start today at RefiJet.com! The Faster, Easier way to Refinance 

Two of the Broncos first three opponents -- the Colts and Chargers are both 3-0. Should we cut the Broncos a little slack, considering how tough their schedule has been this season? How thin are the margins in the NFL and what is the size of the gap between the Broncos and Bengals? A look at "havoc stats" in the NFL and how the Broncos defense has performed in that category. Evaluating Bo Nix's footwork. A quick peek at Nathan MacKinnon and Cale Makar and their career resumes up until this point. Catch a Thursday edition of Hot Takes with Eric Goodman and Bruce Haertl! Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

The preseason is underway for the Avalanche,. Gabe Landeskog set the tone by not letting an elbow on Cale Makar go unanswered, sending the message loud and clear that this Avalanche team is not going to be pushed around. Some roster competitions are already starting to come together, with Bardakov and Brindley early on. Finally, it's time for the Avs to build a new practice facility. Send questions to the mailbag here: https://forms.gle/7ytuJfsiTr1x3VDt6 Keep up with everything on the site at HockeyMountainHigh.com Follow the show: @HockeyMTNPod Follow Griffin: @GRYoungs Follow Christian: @Christian_Bolle Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

The Colorado Avalanche kicked off the Preseason with a Split-Squad double-header on Sunday as they knocked off the Utah Mammoth TWICE. Gabe Landeskog stepped up when Cale Makar took a hit up high, how does his impact change the Avs? #GoAvsGo #ColoradoAvalanche #AvsNation #NHL #NHLTrainingCamp #AvsProspects #RookieTournament #OffIcePodcast #AvsHockey #StanleyCup This show is brought to you by RefiJet Did you know you could refinance your auto loan? With RefiJet, you could save around $150 a month—all with just a soft credit pull and zero hassle. Lower payments, flexible terms, even cash back from your car's equity. RefiJet does the work, you get the savings. Start today at RefiJet.com! The Faster, Easier way to Refinance

Pittsburgh Penguins Hockey Is Back: Fidge Flies Solo 09/20/25Flying solo for the first time in a while, Jordan DeFigio has it all covered:Kyle Dubas continues along in his unenviable quest to both rebuild and appease a confoundingly-still-elite Sidney Crosby …and his super-agent, Pat BrissonThe Steelers are Steeler-ing ...and there's no end in sightFly Penguins Fly Podcast looks ahead to an exciting October 2025 collaboration with the OHL's Erie Otters…and much more!Special thanks to Espresso A Mano, Pittsburgh's finest coffee roasters and cafe, for partnering with Fly Penguins Fly podcast. Visit an Espresso A Mano location near you:https://espressoamano.com/Thank you for listening!! Follow the podcast on X/Twitter: @penspodJeff Taylor: @penspod_JT // Jordan DeFigio: @fidgenewtonLETS GO PENS.JEFF TAYLOR + JORDAN DEFIGIOFly Penguins Fly Podcast is produced by Jeff TaylorOriginal theme and outro music composed and recorded by Jeff TaylorMark Guiliana played drums, Ashley Taylor sang.Interested in becoming a sponsor of the podcast?Email the Fly Penguins Fly Podcast at: penspod@gmail.comShane Taylor designed and delivered our artwork.Hire Shane for your own design work: shanetaylordesigns@gmail.com

Jesse Montano and Meghan Angley are BACK to round out your week as Day 2 of Colorado Avalanche training camp wrapped up. The two are joined today by Colorado Avalanche Forward Ross Colton as they talk through what last season was like for him, what excites him about this year's team, and what he is looking to bring to Colorado's Middle-six along with potential line mates Jack Drury and Victor Olofsson #GoAvsGo #ColoradoAvalanche #AvsNation #NHL #NHLTrainingCamp #AvsProspects #RookieTournament #OffIcePodcast #AvsHockey #StanleyCup This show is brought to you by RefiJet Did you know you could refinance your auto loan? With RefiJet, you could save around $150 a month—all with just a soft credit pull and zero hassle. Lower payments, flexible terms, even cash back from your car's equity. RefiJet does the work, you get the savings. Start today at RefiJet.com! The Faster, Easier way to Refinance  

Jesse Montano and Meghan Angley are LIVE from Ball Arena right after the Avalanche wrapped up Media Day Availability. The pair unpack everything they heard, and preview tomorrow's first on-ice day at Training Camp. #GoAvsGo #ColoradoAvalanche #AvsNation #NHL #NHLTrainingCamp #AvsProspects #RookieTournament #OffIcePodcast #AvsHockey #StanleyCup This show is brought to you by RefiJet Did you know you could refinance your auto loan? With RefiJet, you could save around $150 a month—all with just a soft credit pull and zero hassle. Lower payments, flexible terms, even cash back from your car's equity. RefiJet does the work, you get the savings. Start today at RefiJet.com! The Faster, Easier way to Refinance

It's a big week for Avalanche hockey!

Jesse Montano and Meghan Angley round out your week by previewing the first game of the 2025 Rookie Tournament for the Colorado Avalanche as they take on the Utah Mammoth. What to expect, who to watch, and so much more! This show is brought to you by RefiJet Did you know you could refinance your auto loan? With RefiJet, you could save around $150 a month—all with just a soft credit pull and zero hassle. Lower payments, flexible terms, even cash back from your car's equity. RefiJet does the work, you get the savings. Start today at RefiJet.com! The Faster, Easier way to Refinance Get your fix on all things hockey with Off Ice!

The Unthinkable: Pittsburgh Penguins Captain Sidney Crosby Has Requested A Trade 09/13/25Sell the team to whomever you want, we don't care. Put whoever you want in goal on September 27th when the Pens play meaningless hockey against the Columbus Blue Jackets. Yeah, even Marc-André Fleury. For the record, we've done the Farewell-to-Flower thing at PPG Paints Arena THREE times already. cough-cough .. money-grab .. cough-cough…None of that matters anymore, because…Sidney Crosby, via his longtime agent, Pat Brisson has for all intents and purposes made it known that he would like to be traded; essentially he's requested to play NHL hockey for a team other than the Penguins. This is a developing story and we, Jordan DeFigio and Jeff Taylor found out about it AS we were recording this episode. So YES, Flyers fans, Devils fans, Rangers fans, etc: This Bud's For You. And LEAFS fans? Yinz have REALLY earned this one. Drink it up, you know it's literally all you have. Josh Yohe's article, discussed in this episode:https://www.nytimes.com/athletic/6616219/2025/09/11/sidney-crosby-pittsburgh-penguins-trade-rumors/00:00 - Marc-André Fleury signs PTO contract with Penguins09:49 - Reflections on 24th ann. of 9/11 and coming together as a country15:47 - Prospects Challenge: What it means and who to look out for19:42 - Pittsburgh Steelers Dub in Week 1: Chris Boswell vs. Terry Bozzio25:09 - Jordan discovers, in real time that Sidney Crosby has requested a trade. All hell breaks loose.35:07 - Dan Muse: How young will the new HC run the Penguins' bench - especially with a potential Crosby trade on the horizon41:54 - Pittsburgh Penguins 2025-2026 Promotional Schedule: Which items are the most covetable?Special thanks to Espresso A Mano, Pittsburgh's finest coffee roasters and cafe, for partnering with Fly Penguins Fly podcast. Visit an Espresso A Mano location near you:https://espressoamano.com/Thank you for listening!! Follow the podcast on X/Twitter: @penspodJeff Taylor: @penspod_JT // Jordan DeFigio: @fidgenewtonLETS GO PENS.JEFF TAYLOR + JORDAN DEFIGIOFly Penguins Fly Podcast is produced by Jeff TaylorOriginal theme and outro music composed and recorded by Jeff TaylorMark Guiliana played drums, Ashley Taylor sang.Interested in becoming a sponsor of the podcast?Email the Fly Penguins Fly Podcast at: penspod@gmail.comShane Taylor designed and delivered our artwork.Hire Shane for your own design work: shanetaylordesigns@gmail.comThis episode includes portions of the following musical selections:Kid Kodi by Blue Dot SessionsHardboil by Blue Dot Sessions

It's the first day of Colorado Avalanche Rookie Camp and Off Ice has you covered!

Join Michael DiStefano, Jeff O'Neill and Jamie McLennan for Hour 1 on OverDrive! The guys discuss the Eagles' opening victory against the Cowboys, Jalen Carter spitting on Dak Prescott and if he receives supplemental discipline, the Chiefs' outlook for the season and Travis Kelce's role on the team, Cale Makar's possible value on his contract, Connor McDavid's future with the Oilers. TSN Hockey Insider Chris Johnston joins to discuss McDavid's next steps, Kirill Kaprizov's next contract and the salary cap impact and the Blue Jays in the spotlight against the Yankees in a divisional battle.

In this Summer Coolers episode of NHL Wraparound, hosts Neil Smith and Vic Morren examine the Colorado Avalanche, a franchise that continues to contend—but still hasn't returned to the Stanley Cup Final since hoisting the trophy in 2022.The Avalanche finished the 2024–25 season with 102 points and their eighth straight playoff appearance, but fell in Game 7 to the Dallas Stars in the second round. The hosts dive into what's holding the Avs back from reclaiming the Cup, despite the presence of two of the league's most electrifying stars: Nathan MacKinnon and Cale Makar.They also break down a relatively quiet offseason highlighted by the signing of Brent Burns, the addition of Victor Olofsson, and the trade that brought in Gavin Brindley while shipping out Charlie Coyle and Miles Wood. The Avalanche also re-signed key contributors like Brock Nelson, Parker Kelly, and Josh Manson, while losing depth pieces like Jonathan Drouin and Ryan Lindgren.As the Avs prepare for another run, the big questions remain: Is this still a Cup-caliber team? Or have they become more sizzle than substance?IN THIS EPISODE:[00:00] Avalanche recap: Consistency without deep playoff success[00:36] Game 7 vs. Dallas: A haunting finish to a promising year[01:00] Star power vs. depth: Are MacKinnon & Makar enough?[02:00] Offseason review: Brent Burns signs, Coyle/Wood traded[03:00] Gavin Brindley's upside and forward depth[04:00] UFA/RFA re-signings: Nelson, Manson, Vejdemo, Kelly[05:00] Defensive pairings: Makar, Toews, Manson, Burns[06:00] Goaltending: Blackwood and Wedgewood tandem[07:00] Full-strength roster? Landeskog returns to open season[08:00] A stacked Central Division: Dallas, Winnipeg, Colorado[09:00] Why playoff format hurts deep divisionsKEY TAKEAWAYS:Colorado's core remains elite, with MacKinnon, Makar, Rantanen, and Landeskog leading the way, but playoff progress has stalled.The addition of Brent Burns offers leadership and power-play presence, but the team needs more from its second-tier stars.Gabriel Landeskog's full-season return could be a game-changer, giving Colorado much-needed leadership and physicality.Goaltending remains a question: Blackwood and Wedgewood must prove they can deliver postseason-caliber performances.The Central Division is brutal—with Dallas and Winnipeg also strong, one top-tier team will inevitably exit early due to the current playoff format.RESOURCE LINKS:YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCgBj1LV0-DMfBhcRPSJZLjAX (Twitter): https://twitter.com/NHLWraparoundNeil Smith: https://twitter.com/NYCNeilVic Morren: https://www.linkedin.com/in/vic-morren-7038737/Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/nhlwraparound/TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@nhlwraparoundFacebook: https://www.facebook.com/profile.php?id=61555451139787#NHL #Hockey #Podcast #ColoradoAvalanche #JaredBednar #NathanMacKinnon #CaleMakar #BrentBurns #VictorOlofsson #GavinBrindley #CharlieCoyle #MilesWood #BrockNelson #ParkerKelly #JoshManson #JoelKiviranta #JonathanDrouin #RyanLindgren #JimmyVesey #IvanIvan #DevonToews #SamGirard #SamMalinski #MackenzieBlackwood #ScottWedgewood #ValNichushkin #JackDrury #RossColton #MartinNecas #ArtturiLehkonen #GabrielLandeskog

Pittsburgh Penguins For Sale 09/04/25Rumors inspired journalistic deep-dives, with the resulting articles giving way to a fanbase-wide assumption that the Fenway Sports Group's tenure as owners of 1967's most successful expansion NHL franchise may come to an end - sooner than most anyone would have thought.On today's episode, FPF co-hosts Jeff Taylor and Jordan DeFigio take you through two written pieces, recently published in The Athletic. Written by frequent guests of the program Josh Yohe and Rob Rossi, Penguins fans can read up on probably the final bits of Summer 2025 news and speculation regarding their favorite hockey club.Josh Yohe's article, discussed in this episode:https://www.nytimes.com/athletic/6530137/2025/08/25/penguins-rebuild-roster-2025-26-nhl-season/Rob Rossie's article, discussed in this episode:https://www.nytimes.com/athletic/6563076/2025/08/21/pittsburgh-penguins-owners-hoffmann-family-fenway-sports-group-fsg-nhl/Special thanks to Espresso A Mano, Pittsburgh's finest coffee roasters and cafe, for partnering with Fly Penguins Fly podcast. Visit an Espresso A Mano location near you:https://espressoamano.com/Thank you for listening!! Follow the podcast on X/Twitter: @penspodJeff Taylor: @penspod_JT // Jordan DeFigio: @fidgenewtonLETS GO PENS.JEFF TAYLOR + JORDAN DEFIGIOFly Penguins Fly Podcast is produced by Jeff TaylorOriginal theme and outro music composed and recorded by Jeff TaylorMark Guiliana played drums, Ashley Taylor sang.Interested in becoming a sponsor of the podcast?Email the Fly Penguins Fly Podcast at: penspod@gmail.comShane Taylor designed and delivered our artwork.Hire Shane for your own design work: shanetaylordesigns@gmail.comThis episode includes portions of the following musical selections:Kid Kodi by Blue Dot SessionsHardboil by Blue Dot Sessions

Nick Alberga and Jake Hahn are back together to break down NHL.com's skater point and goalie/team win projections for the 2025-26 season. The guys, together with Pete Jensen and Chris Meaney, start with the race for the Art Ross Trophy, led by Connor McDavid, Nathan MacKinnon and Nikita Kucherov, and debate what Alex Ovechkin, Sidney Crosby, Mitch Marner, Auston Matthews, the Canadiens' offense and other players and teams have in store for the upcoming season. Other topics include which team has the best goalie tandem for fantasy purposes, Macklin Celebrini vs. Connor Bedard, which new player(s) could reach 100 points for the first time, under-the-radar goalies who can reach 30 wins and which defensemen could contend with Cale Makar for the most points at the position.

In this episode, Jesse Montano and Meghan Angley sit down with Marty “Dawg Father” Richardson, founder and CEO of Dawg Nation Hockey Foundation - a charity built to help hockey players and their families in times of need. What began as a simple act of “passing the hat” to support teammates battling cancer has grown into a powerful nonprofit helping the local hockey community in Colorado and beyond. Hear how Jared Bednar, Milan Hejduk, and more NHL pros have become advocates for Dawg Nation. Marty shares the inspiring origin story of Dawg Nation, its mission to empower players of all abilities, and the role of the hockey community in building hope, confidence, and resilience. From personal stories to the foundation's far-reaching impact, this conversation is a reminder of how the game extends far beyond the ice. This show is brought to you by RefiJet

Tyson Barrie's time with the Colorado Avalanche left a lasting impact on how the team plays from the blue line out. In this episode, Jesse Montano and Meghan Angley remember Tyson Barrie's 14-year NHL career on the heels of his retirement announcement. Starting with the Avalanche's evolution of offensive defensemen: from John-Michael Liles' consistent production, to Barrie's creativity and puck-moving confidence, to the eventual arrival of Cale Makar. We revisit Barrie's breakout seasons, playoff moments, and how his style helped shape the Avalanche's modern identity on defense. Plus, a look at the Avs projected opening night lineup as we gear up for the 2025-26 season! This show is brought to you by RefiJet

The offseason season review/preview series continues with the best defenseman in the world Cale Makar after winning his second Norris Trophy. Is a 100 point season and a third Norris trophy in the cards for Makar this season? Where does Makar already rank among the best Avs players of all time? Send questions to the mailbag here: https://forms.gle/7ytuJfsiTr1x3VDt6 Keep up with everything on the site at HockeyMountainHigh.com Follow the show: @HockeyMTNPod Follow Griffin: @GRYoungs Follow Christian: @Christian_Bolle

Golden G.O.A.T.S. 08/26/25As the summer winds down and we head into Labor Day weekend, Fly Penguins Fly Podcast takes you out onto the ice, into the locker room, and into the scorekeeper's box with G.O.A.T. League 4v4 hockey. Today's episode features chats with some of the league's most exciting players including Pittsburgh-based OHL'ers, NCAA college hockey commits, and longtime members of the Pens Elite program. Special thanks to Espresso A Mano, Pittsburgh's finest coffee roasters and cafe, for partnering with Fly Penguins Fly podcast. Visit an Espresso A Mano location near you:https://espressoamano.com/Thank you for listening!! Follow the podcast on X/Twitter: @penspodJeff Taylor: @penspod_JT // Jordan DeFigio: @fidgenewtonLETS GO PENS.JEFF TAYLOR + JORDAN DEFIGIOFly Penguins Fly Podcast is produced by Jeff TaylorOriginal theme and outro music composed and recorded by Jeff TaylorMark Guiliana played drums, Ashley Taylor sang.Interested in becoming a sponsor of the podcast?Email the Fly Penguins Fly Podcast at: penspod@gmail.comShane Taylor designed and delivered our artwork.Hire Shane for your own design work: shanetaylordesigns@gmail.comThis episode includes portions of the following musical selections:Kid Kodi by Blue Dot SessionsHardboil by Blue Dot SessionsIn Passage by Blue Dot SessionsHardboil by Blue Dot Sessions

Aarif Deen of Colorado Hockey Now joins Jesse Montano and Meghan Angley for Guerilla Sports Off-Ice's unofficial media roundtable series. The crew breaks down Colorado's offseason, including the right-handed-heavy blue line, what Brent Burns and Victor Olofsson bring to the mix, and Martin Necas' contract year after a career season. Can Necas fit Colorado's system and deliver when it matters most? Plus, Deen weighs in on whether the Avs' bottom-6 depth should be cause for concern.   This show is brought to you by RefiJet

What's next for the Avs after some offseason buzz? Colorado Avalanche play-by-play announcer Conor McGahey joins Jesse Montano and Meghan Angley on GS Off Ice to break down Brock Nelson's extension, Brent Burns on the blue line, Victor Olofsson's fit, and more. Plus: takeaways from DU's recruiting philosophy and the Avs Alumni vs. DU matchup featuring NHL Hall of Famers Peter Forsberg and Milan Hejduk. This show is brought to you by RefiJet

Jesse Montano and Meghan Angley are joined by Evan Rawal of the Denver Gazette to unpack the Avs offseason so far, and narrow the conversation to take a look at Colorado's depth. Plus, the trip will breakdown every part of the Avalanche's most recent signing with Victor Olofsson agreeing to a one-year deal. This Show is brought to you by RefiJet!

Jesse Montano and Meghan Angley are joined by the Denver Post's Corey Masisak as they unpack Colorado's gut-wrenching loss to the Dallas Stars in Round 1 of the Stanley Cup Playoffs, and how that loss has shaped what the team has done so far this offseason. Plus they talk about Corey's on-point food takes, and yes... Victor Olofsson. This Show is Brought to you by RefiJet Did you know you could refinance your auto loan? With RefiJet, you could save around $150 a month—all with just a soft credit pull and zero hassle. Lower payments, flexible terms, even cash back from your car's equity. RefiJet does the work, you get the savings. Start today at RefiJet.com! The Faster, Easier way to Refinance

Jesse Montano and Meghan Angley are joined by Bailey Curtis of The Hockey News as the seasons draws nearer. They go over what the summer has brought for both Bailey, and the Colorado Avalanche! This show is brought to you by Trusted American. Trusted American's salary-based mortgage consultants want to help you get into a better interest rate and lower your monthly payments. And right now they will cover the cost of your appraisal, valued at $650. Go to https://trustedamerican.com/ for all the info. Get your fix on all things hockey with Off Ice!

Jesse Montano and Meghan Angley close out the week by turning their attention to what most consider to be the NHL's most competitive division, and the Division in which the Colorado Avalanche reside, the Central. Plus, the two will finish their conversation on the Pacific Division's two top teams from 2025, the LA Kings and Vegas Golden Knights This show is brought to you by Trusted American. Trusted American's salary-based mortgage consultants want to help you get into a better interest rate and lower your monthly payments. And right now they will cover the cost of your appraisal, valued at $650. Go to https://trustedamerican.com/ for all the info. Get your fix on all things hockey with Off Ice!

Jesse Montano and Meghan Angley kick off the show by discussing Thomas Hickey going on NHLN last week and saying that it was an "easy call" for him to say that the Avs had the #1 defense in the NHL. Plus, the pair take a look back at 30 years of Colorado Avalanche history and pick their Top 10 moments in the history of the Club's time in Denver. This show is brought to you by Trusted American. Trusted American's salary-based mortgage consultants want to help you get into a better interest rate and lower your monthly payments. And right now they will cover the cost of your appraisal, valued at $650. Go to https://trustedamerican.com/ for all the info. Get your fix on all things hockey with Off Ice!

Jesse Montano and Meghan Angley are back to kick off your week by continuing their look around the NHL as a crazy offseason begins to wind its way to a close. Today, they're moving out West with the Pacific Division Today. This show is brought to you by Trusted American. Trusted American's salary-based mortgage consultants want to help you get into a better interest rate and lower your monthly payments. And right now they will cover the cost of your appraisal, valued at $650. Go to https://trustedamerican.com/ for all the info. Get your fix on all things hockey with Off Ice!

Jesse Montano and Meghan Angley round out your week by unpacking the latest signing by the Colorado Avalanche as they brought back Joel Kiviranta on a one-year deal. Plus, the duo will tackle their division preview for the Atlantic Divison. This show is brought to you by Trusted American. Trusted American's salary-based mortgage consultants want to help you get into a better interest rate and lower your monthly payments. And right now they will cover the cost of your appraisal, valued at $650. Go to https://trustedamerican.com/ for all the info. Get your fix on all things hockey with Off Ice!

Happy 38th Birthday to Sidney Crosby 08/07/25There are two things about Sidney Crosby's birthday which every Penguins fan knows by heart. For one, the date of our Captain's arrival on Earth is emblazoned on Crosby's back-and-shoulders, any time he skates for the Pittsburgh Penguins: “8/7.” Secondly, Sid's birthday means that training camp is just around the corner, signaling an encouraging “midpoint” in an otherwise mundane summer offseason.Special thanks to Espresso A Mano, Pittsburgh's finest coffee roasters and cafe, for partnering with Fly Penguins Fly podcast. Visit an Espresso A Mano location near you:https://espressoamano.com/Thank you for listening!! Follow the podcast on X/Twitter: @penspodJeff Taylor: @penspod_JT // Jordan DeFigio: @fidgenewtonLETS GO PENS.JEFF TAYLOR + JORDAN DEFIGIOFly Penguins Fly Podcast is produced by Jeff TaylorOriginal theme and outro music composed and recorded by Jeff TaylorMark Guiliana played drums, Ashley Taylor sang.Email the Fly Penguins Fly team at:penspod@gmail.comShane Taylor designed and delivered our artwork.To hire Shane for design work: shanetaylordesigns@gmail.com - tell him we sent you!This episode includes portions of the following musical selections:Kid Kodi by Blue Dot SessionsHardboil by Blue Dot Sessions

Jesse Montano and Meghan Angley are back to start taking a look around the NHL as a crazy offseason begins to wind its way to a close. Today, they're starting out East with the Metropolitan Division. This show is brought to you by Trusted American. Trusted American's salary-based mortgage consultants want to help you get into a better interest rate and lower your monthly payments. And right now they will cover the cost of your appraisal, valued at $650. Go to https://trustedamerican.com/ for all the info. Get your fix on all things hockey with Off Ice!

Jesse Montano and Meghan Angley kick off the week by taking a closer look at Danil Gushchin, a prospect that the Colorado Avalanche acquired in a recent deal with the San Jose Sharks. Then the two will dive into their feature interview with Former Skills Coach for the Avs, Toby Petersen. The conversation pulls the curtain back on development at the NHL level, and what it takes to climb from the AHL to the NHL. Finally Meghan and Jesse take a look at the Camp Invite list for Hockey Canada's Olympic Orientation. This show is brought to you by Trusted American. Trusted American's salary-based mortgage consultants want to help you get into a better interest rate and lower your monthly payments. And right now they will cover the cost of your appraisal, valued at $650. Go to https://trustedamerican.com/ for all the info. Get your fix on all things hockey with Off Ice!

Meghan Angley of Guerilla Sports is here to report on the Colorado Avalanche. Jesse and Victor interview Meghan about returning pros Nathan MacKinnon, Martin Necas, Valeri Nichushkin, Brock Nelson, Gabriel Landeskog, Artturi Lehkonen, Ross Colton, Cale Makar, Devin Toews, Brent Burns, Sam Girard, MacKenzie Blackwood, and Scott Wedgwood. In Cat's Instincts, Cat Silverman of InGoal mag breaks down Ilya Nabokov and Trent Miner.  In the Dynasty Dig, Victor breaks down Mikhail Gulyayev, Sean Behrens, Max Curran, and Daniil Gushchin with the help of scouting reports from FHL Scout Tony and Patrick and X polls from NHL Rank King Mason Black. Have a listen! Our show is part of the Dobber Podcast Network and sponsored by Fantrax.com. Email fantasyhockeylife@gmail.com and ask to join our free discord. Join our Patreon at Patreon.com/fantasyhockeylife for rankings, bonus podcasts, in-depth prospect reports with video, show notes and more. Check out our YouTube for more prospect videos at https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCQPYVXp3foOcvh7344fjKmA. Listen and subscribe wherever podcasts are posted - and give us 5 stars! We want to be your best place to talk about the game of dynasty fantasy hockey

Jesse Montano and Meghan Angley round out the week by taking a deep dive look at the upcoming Season schedule for the Colorado Avalanche and highlight key dates, important stretches, and discuss how this may be something of a team-friendly schedule for the first time in years. But first, Jesse and Meghan kick off the show by unpacking the verdict in the Hockey Canada Case that finally came to a close just two weeks ago. This show is brought to you by Trusted American. Trusted American's salary-based mortgage consultants want to help you get into a better interest rate and lower your monthly payments. And right now they will cover the cost of your appraisal, valued at $650. Go to https://trustedamerican.com/ for all the info. Get your fix on all things hockey with Off Ice!

Jesse Montano and Meghan Angley finish up their deep dive into the Colorado Avalanche forward core. Plus, they will dissect the FULL 2025-2026 schedule and highlight key dates and stretches to keep an eye on. This show is brought to you by Trusted American. Trusted American's salary-based mortgage consultants want to help you get into a better interest rate and lower your monthly payments. And right now they will cover the cost of your appraisal, valued at $650. Go to https://trustedamerican.com/ for all the info. Get your fix on all things hockey with Off Ice!

Jesse Montano and Meghan Angley round out the week by putting a bow on their discussion around the Colorado Avalanche forward group. Plus, they'll be joined by 43° Sports Founder Dan Webb to discuss his breakthrough Equipment Bag design. This show is brought to you by Trusted American. Trusted American's salary-based mortgage consultants want to help you get into a better interest rate and lower your monthly payments. And right now they will cover the cost of your appraisal, valued at $650. Go to https://trustedamerican.com/ for all the info. Get your fix on all things hockey with Off Ice!

Jesse Montano and Meghan Angley get back behind the mic and turn their focus to the talent up front for the Colorado Avalanche and ask if the return of Gabe Landeskog is enough to push this team over the top. Plus, they'll revisit the Avs D-Corps to underscore how it could be a difference-maker this season. This show is brought to you by Trusted American. Trusted American's salary-based mortgage consultants want to help you get into a better interest rate and lower your monthly payments. And right now they will cover the cost of your appraisal, valued at $650. Go to https://trustedamerican.com/ for all the info. Get your fix on all things hockey with Off Ice!

In hour 4 of The Drive, Zach and Phil debate about Courtland Sutton potentially holding out if he doesn’t get a contract extension. Have we seen Sean Payton pay big for a wide receiver, and it work out during his coaching career? Did the Broncos handle the Patrick Surtain situation perfectly by paying him early and is now the 5th highest paid cornerback in the NFL? Zach and Phil preview ESPN’s ESPY’s and how Colorado will be well represented at the award show tomorrow night. Will the Avs’ Gabe Landeskog take home the “comeback athlete” award over Mallory Swanson and Lindsay Vonn? With Travis Hunter’s historic season will he earn the “best college athlete” award? We wrap up the show with the other Colorado athletes that can take home an ESPY tomorrow night including Cale Makar and Nikola Jokic.

On today's DNVR Avalanche Podcast, we start by breaking down the disaster that was the NHL Draft broadcast. Then, we shift the focus to the Colorado Avalanche's draft class. The Avs made just three selections, and we dive into what each pick could bring to the organization. We also hear directly from the Avs' Director of Amateur Scouting and GM Chris MacFarland as they share insight into the team's draft strategy and decision-making. Intro - 0:00What the heck was that? - 1:34Avs picks - 5:27Breaking down Dell'elce - 6:57Breaking down Funck - 23:24Breaking down Roed - 36:56Hear from Avs Director of Amateur Scouting  - 38:50Hear from Avs GM - 46:05 

In this shortened version of our Draft coverage we spend the first bit talking the trade the Avalanche made this morning! For full draft coverage please visit our YouTube page! 

Draft day is tomorrow and while the Colorado Avalanche don't have a pick it doesn't mean they can't make moves. The Central division owns three of the top five picks, what does the future of the division look like? Rudo, AJ Haefele, and Eric Lacroix come to you LIVE in this edition of the DNVR Avalanche Podcast!Start - 0:00Peterka trade - 1:20New CBA talk - 10:50A lament of the Buffalo Sabres - 17:15Draft class as a whole - 33:20How will the 1st round effect the central? - 46:30When does crunch time start for the Avs? - 56:30

The NHL has had its fair share of blockbuster trades but how many players currently in the NHL would never be traded no matter what? There are a few that are obvious or could no one be the right answer? DIEHARD SALE: https://thednvr.com/intro-offer-youtube 

Today on the DNVR Avalanche Podcast, we're wrapping up Spirit Week with Diehards Day! This episode is all about you — our amazing Diehard community. We asked our Discord members what topics they wanted to hear, and Rudo & Eric are diving into all of it. From under-the-radar players we want to see get a shot next season, to the ultimate question: Which Av would you want to be stuck on a desert island with? Let's close out Spirit Week strong with some fun and chaos, DNVR style. This week, we're teaming up with Big Brothers Big Sisters of America as part of ALLCITY Spirit Week! Our goal is to raise $10,000 to help support life-changing mentorships for kids across the country. You can donate or sign up to become a Big at bbbs.org/allcity

It's 2025 NHL Entry Draft Rankings time! Tune in as we begin by going over 1st round draft rankings (who will Steve Yzerman have available for the Detroit Red Wings at 13th overall?) from both Brad Krysko and newest WWP contributor, "LGRWProspects" (Zak Egan - check out his full rankings here: https://www.wingedwheelpodcast.com/post/2025-nhl-draft-rankings) - rankings listed below. (3:35) We then discuss whether it's better for Yzerman to trade the 13th overall pick to move up or get help on forward for Larkin, Raymond, DeBrincat, Kasper, and Kane, or on defense to aid Seider, Edvinsson, Sandin Pellikka, and Johansson (18:15). After that, Vladimir Tarasenko's name being on the trade block, an update on Dmitri Buchelnikov, and more goaltending depth behind Sebastian Cossa and Trey Augustine added to the system (25:50). Next, an update on the Stanley Cup Final as Bennett, Tkachuk, and Paul Maurice's Panthers sent McDavid, Draisaitl, Bouchard, and the Oiler off the deep end in game 3 (35:55). Then, NHL awards updates as Lane Hutson wins the Calder and Cale Makar wins the Norris (45:45) and a look at the NHL trade and free agency landscape, as names like Jason Robertson, Alexis Lafreniere, Bowen Byram, K'Andre Miller, William Karlsson, and many more are floating around (51:45). All of that & lots more before we take your questions and comments in our Overtime segment (1:03:35) - enjoy! Head over to wingedwheelpodcast.com to find all the ways to listen, how to support the show, and so much more! This episode is brought to you by Hims. Visit hims.com/wingedwheel for your personalized hair loss treatment options. #ad Go to KoffeeKult.com and use code WWP for 15% off your order! #ad Support the Jamie Daniels Foundation through Wings Money on the Board: https://www.wingedwheelpodcast.com/wingsmotb Brad's Rankings: 1. Misa 2. Schaefer 3. Hagens 4. Desnoyers 5. Frondell 6. Martone 7. O'Brien 8. Martin 9. Reschny 10. Eklund 11. McQueen 12. Mrtka 13. Carbonneau 14. Bear 15. Smith 16. Aitcheson 17. Reid 18. Potter 19. Lakovic 20. Cootes