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Spring Cleaning – Tampa Bay LightningThe Tampa Bay Lightning remain one of the NHL's model organizations, but another first-round playoff exit raises serious questions about whether their championship window is beginning to close. After finishing second in the Atlantic Division, Tampa Bay lost a tightly contested seven-game series to the Montreal Canadiens, marking a fourth consecutive opening-round elimination. Neil Smith and Vic Morren examine the Lightning's regular-season excellence, postseason scoring problems, major injury challenges, and the difficult decisions awaiting General Manager Julien BriseBois.IN THIS EPISODE:[00:00:00] The Lightning finish second in the Atlantic Division before losing to Montreal in seven games during the opening round of the Stanley Cup Playoffs. It becomes Tampa Bay's fourth straight first-round defeat since reaching the 2022 Stanley Cup Final.[00:00:30] Despite the playoff disappointment, Neil emphasizes the extraordinary consistency of the organization. Since winning their second consecutive Stanley Cup in 2021, the Lightning have averaged more than 102 standings points per season.[00:01:00] Jon Cooper continues to get strong results regardless of injuries or roster limitations. Even when key players are unavailable, Cooper consistently finds combinations that allow Tampa Bay to remain competitive.[00:01:30] Nikita Kucherov delivers another elite regular season, recording his fourth consecutive 100-point campaign and the sixth of his career. His production keeps Tampa Bay among the NHL's most dangerous offensive teams.[00:01:50] Jake Guentzel reaches the 30-goal mark for the sixth time in his career while setting a personal best with 88 points. Brandon Hagel also produces a career season with 36 goals and a plus-34 rating.[00:02:10] Defenseman Darren Raddysh provides one of the season's biggest surprises, finishing with 22 goals, 48 assists, and 70 points while posting a plus-21 rating. His breakout season positions him for a significant contract as an unrestricted free agent.[00:02:30] Brayden Point experiences a major decline in goal production. After previously scoring 51, 46, and 42 goals, he finishes with only 18 while missing 19 games due to injury.[00:02:50] Injuries become a defining part of Tampa Bay's season, with the club losing 339 man-games. Victor Hedman appears in only 33 games because of injuries and a leave of absence to focus on his mental health.[00:03:10] Ryan McDonagh, Emil Lilleberg, and Erik Cernak also miss significant time, often leaving the Lightning without multiple regular defensemen simultaneously.[00:03:30] Neil believes Cooper deserves serious consideration for his first Jack Adams Award. He compares Cooper's candidacy with Dan Muse in Pittsburgh and Lindy Ruff in Buffalo.[00:04:00] While the regular-season product remains excellent, the Lightning's postseason results reveal a troubling trend. Tampa Bay has now failed to advance beyond the first round in four consecutive seasons.[00:04:25] Tampa Bay scores only 15 goals during its seven-game series against Montreal. Because nearly every game remains within one goal, a single additional offensive play could have changed the outcome.[00:04:45] Brandon Hagel leads the Lightning with six playoff goals, but the rest of the offense struggles. Jake Guentzel and Dominic James finish with two goals each, while Brayden Point and Nikita Kucherov score only once apiece.[00:05:05] Kucherov's postseason production becomes a major concern. Despite his regular-season brilliance, he has scored only two goals across his last 22 playoff games over four seasons.[00:05:30] Corey Perry and Nick Paul also fail to provide the secondary scoring Tampa Bay needs. Neil believes the Lightning occasionally become too focused on making the perfect play instead of creating simpler scoring opportunities.[00:05:50] Montreal goaltender Jakub Dobeš delivers an outstanding performance in Game 7, helping the Canadiens survive despite Tampa Bay controlling much of the play.[00:06:15] Andrei Vasilevskiy forces the deciding game with a 1-0 shutout in Game 6, although he faces only nine shots. In Game 7, Alex Newhook scores the series-winning goal on a puck that caroms off Vasilevskiy after being played from behind the net.[00:06:45] Attention shifts to Julien BriseBois and the offseason ahead. Tampa Bay owns six selections in the 2026 NHL Draft but does not have a first-round pick after trading it to Seattle in the Oliver Bjorkstrand deal.[00:07:10] The Lightning also lack a fourth-round selection and enter the offseason slightly above the projected salary cap before the July 1 reset.[00:07:30] Unrestricted free agents include Oliver Bjorkstrand, Corey Perry, Mitchell Chaffee, Scott Sabourin, Darren Raddysh, and Declan Carlile. The Lightning have no restricted free agents requiring new contracts.[00:07:50] Several members of the core remain signed through the 2029-30 season, including Guentzel, Point, Hagel, Anthony Cirelli, Cernak, and J.J. Moser.[00:08:10] Nikita Kucherov becomes eligible for unrestricted free agency after the following season. With Kucherov, Point, and Vasilevskiy currently carrying team-high salaries of $9.5 million, BriseBois may soon need to open the vault to retain his superstar.[00:08:35] The Lightning are also becoming one of the NHL's older teams. Neil believes their win-now window remains open, but the organization must acknowledge that its championship core cannot remain at the top forever.[00:09:00] Tampa Bay's limited draft capital and consistently low draft position have weakened the prospect pipeline. That makes it difficult to replace aging veterans with inexpensive young players.[00:09:30] Neil concludes that free agency may be Tampa Bay's most realistic path for supplementing the roster in the immediate future. Until the Lightning rebuild their collection of draft picks and prospects, BriseBois must continue using creative trades and veteran signings to keep the team among the NHL's contenders.
In this episode of The Egg Whisperer Show, I'm joined by Dr. Alexander Kucherov, a Reproductive Endocrinologist at Illume Fertility, to talk about one of the most important (and often most stressful) parts of the fertility journey: how to afford treatment. Dr. Kucherov shares practical strategies for navigating the financial side of fertility care, including how to access grants, choose smart loan options, and make the most of insurance coverage. We also talk about the role of clinics in providing transparent pricing and financial education, and new innovations on the horizon that could help reduce costs for patients. Whether you're preparing for IVF, egg freezing, or other fertility treatments, this conversation offers clear steps to help you plan ahead, ask the right questions, and feel more confident and empowered on your path to parenthood. In this episode, we cover: - What to consider when planning for the financial side of fertility care - How to find and apply for fertility grants - Tips for choosing medical loans and avoiding common pitfalls - Understanding insurance coverage and fertility riders - Innovations like bundled pricing and tech-driven solutions that improve access Find the full show notes on Dr. Aimee's website. Find Dr. Alex Kucherov at Illume FertilityDr. Kucherov on Instagram Do you have questions about IVF? Click here to join Dr. Aimee for The IVF Class. The next live class call is on Monday, August 19th, at 4 pm PST, where I'll explain IVF and Egg Freezing, and answer your questions live on Zoom. Other ways to connect with me: Visit my YouTube channel for more fertility tipsSubscribe to the newsletter to get updatesJoin Egg Whisperer SchoolRequest a Consultation with Dr. Aimee Dr. Aimee Eyvazzadeh is one of America's most well-known fertility doctors. Her success rate at baby-making gives future parents hope when all hope is lost. She pioneered the TUSHY Method and BALLS Method to decrease your time to pregnancy. Learn more about the TUSHY Method and find a wealth of fertility resources at www.draimee.org.
Former Florida Panthers Assistant General Manager Steve Werier joined OverDrive to discuss the largest offer sheets in the league, the Flyers' deal for Leo Carlsson and if the Ducks match the deal, his experience giving an offer sheet for Nikita Kucherov, Connor Bedard and Adam Fantilli's future and more.
Who is the biggest star in Tampa Bay sports right now? On this episode, Rock Riley and Chris Mathis tackle one of the hottest debates in town: Which athlete reigns supreme in the Bay Area? Is it Baker Mayfield after leading the Buccaneers? Is it Junior Caminero as the young face of the Rays' future? Or does Nikita Kucherov still wear the crown after years of dominance with the Lightning? The guys break down the impact, popularity, star power, and accomplishments of Tampa Bay's biggest names while also considering other contenders who deserve a spot in the conversation. Is there a dark horse candidate? Has the answer changed over the past year? Join the debate and let us know: Who is THE biggest sports star in Tampa Bay right now? #TampaBaySports #Buccaneers #RaysUp #GoBolts #TheDrive #TKrasOnTheDrive
In hour 4 of The Drive, Phil and Will take a deep dive into the Broncos as they continue to work out at OTAs. We hear from Sean Payton about how his contract extension gives the players in the locker room consistency. What did Phil notice out at practice today? What did the guys make of Jahdae Barron not participating in team drills? Is Barron in line to take over as a starter in the secondary, or will it be another year of him being a depth piece? How much has Bo Nix been involved during practice? What did Sean Payton have to say about the Jonothan Cooper situation, and are we expecting the NFL to get involved? We react to the breaking news of the results of the Hart Trophy. Why did our guy, Nathan MacKinnon, finish in third behind Kucherov and McDavid? We wrap up the show with Zach Bye joining the show after completing his 100 holes today.
It's time - this Detroit Red Wings podcast breaks down the 2026 NHL Draft strategy for Steve Yzerman with no first-round pick in hand. News and analysis covers Yzerman's free agency options, prospect profiles, Stanley Cup playoff updates, and a coaching shakeup in Toronto. (00:00) - Intro Free agency is looking THIN. (04:25) - 2026 Draft Strategy With no first-round pick after the Justin Faulk trade, what should Kris Draper and the Red Wings do? The case for swinging for the fences and avoiding the safer Brady Cleveland/Andrew Gibson archetype that's burned them in the past, and how they can get a Stankoven or Hutson of their own. (13:25) - Trading Up in the Draft Is moving up worth the cost? Why Sebastian Cossa probably isn't getting it done on his own, and why the 33-38 range could be the sweet spot for catching fallers. (40:35) - Prospect Profile: Gavin McKenna Sick puck skills, Kucherov-level vision, and questions about his off-puck effort. Why he's still the favorite to go first overall over Stenberg. (49:45) - Prospect Profile: Victor Plante Max Plante's brother and what he could bring as a potential second-round target. (56:30) - Stanley Cup Playoff Updates Charlie McAvoy's suspension, the diving problem, and Carolina sitting back watching Montreal and Buffalo beat each other up. (1:02:45) - NHL news: Berube Fired by Toronto; Cassidy in Demand Why the move had to happen and what kind of coach the Leafs need next. Vegas blocking interview requests and Edmonton's never-ending dysfunction. (1:11:05) - Charlie Coyle Contract Six years, $6 million AAV, full no-move through age 38 - what does this mean for this year's July 1st market?> (1:19:55) - Overtime Questions Your questions on Kyrou, Brady Tkachuk rumors, Mackie Samoskevich, and more. --- This episode is brought to you by Hims. Visit hims.com/wingedwheel for your personalized hair loss treatment options. Support the show: Patreon.com/WingedWheelPodcast Head over to wingedwheelpodcast.com to find all the ways to listen, how to support the show, and so much more!
The Lightning had their exit interviews today & Nikita Kucherov says nothing but just dismisses the questions. Is that the right move? Should he be held accountable?
Nick talks about which player is the most important to the team & bashes Kucherov for not talking to the media in the exit interview. Also an interesting clip came from Toronto & how the reporters are standing up against the Leafs organization.
TKras recaps the Lightning's exit interviews. He talks about Hedman and his mental health & how he will return next season. He also talks about Vasilevskiy, Kucherov, & recaps the Tampa Series.
TSN's Mike Johnson on the Avalanche pumping the Wild in Game 1, Minny missing Ek and Brodin, Habs winning Game 7 with just 9 shots, Kucherov invisible in a 7th game again, and the Leafs hiring their new management team.
Nick is pleading with Bolts fans to stop with the trade Kucherov talk on social media b/c it will never happen. Even trying to get McDavid, will never be 1 for 1. Callers react to this. Do they agree or disagree with Nick?
TKras is joined by Tampa Bay Lightning insider Jay Recher of the *Jay Recher Podcast* to take a hard look at what's gone wrong for the Bolts. From inconsistent play to mounting pressure, the guys dig into the biggest issues facing Tampa Bay and ask the tough question— is this the team they really are? With a pivotal Game 5 looming in Montreal on Friday, they also break down what needs to change and whether the Lightning have what it takes to respond when it matters most.
The Tampa Bay Lightning host the Montreal Canadiens tonight for Game 5 of this best-of-7 series. Each team has won 2 games each. The Lightning are 19-15 all-time in Game 5s. They are 12-6 on home ice. Nikita Kucherov has been named a Ted Lindsay Award finalist, he's won the award twice previously. On this date in Lightning history, Braydon Coburn scores the game-winner in Game 7 to advance to the 2nd round. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
The Tampa Bay Lightning beat the Montreal Canadiens 3-2 in overtime to even the series at a game a piece. Brandon Hagel ties a postseason career record with this 3rd goal, Nikita Kucherov scored his first postseason goal in 17 games and JJ Moser's first postseason goal is the OT winner. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
The Tampa Bay Lightning beat the Detroit Red Wings 4-3 in overtime as Nikita Kucherov scores the game-winner and reached 130 points for the 2nd time in his career. The Lightning have 50 wins this season for the 5th time in franchise history. The Buffalo Sabres have won the Atlantic Division so the Lightning will play the Montreal Canadiens in the first round of the Stanley Cup Playoffs. Home ice advantage will be determined on Wednesday night in the last game of the regular season.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
The Devils have fired GM Tom Fitzgerald with five games remaining, raising questions about the timing but signalling opportunity for both the organization to attract candidates and for Fitzgerald to pursue new roles. Meanwhile, the Islanders have replaced head coach Patrick Roy with Pete DeBoer just four games out while sitting on the playoff bubble, a move that has likely been considered for some time and underscores the financial importance of home playoff dates, with DeBoer’s defensive systems offering a chance for quick impact. Nikita Kucherov now sits eight goals behind Ray Ferraro all-time and could pass him early next season, while a bizarre penalty box-door incident that injured Pontus Holmberg sparked frustration from Jon Cooper. Out west, the race for the final wildcard berth is wide open with LA, Nashville, San Jose, and Winnipeg all within three points, setting up a dramatic finish that could hinge on key head-to-head matchups.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
The Tampa Bay Lightning lost 4-2 in Buffalo to the Sabres. Nikita Kucherov scored his 400th career goal. He's the 2nd Lightning player to reach that milestone. Jake Guentzel is now up to 86 points this season which is a new career high. Brandon Hagel and Anthony Cirelli missed the game due to injury. Pontus Holmberg left in the 3rd period with an injury that Head Coach Jon Cooper said 'isn't good'. The Lightning play at the Ottawa Senators tonight in their final back-to-back of the season. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Lightning PxP voice Dave Randorf on the team battling injuries all season, Jon Cooper deserving of a Coach of the Year nomination, Nikita Kucherov doing Kucherov things, and the edge the Lightning play with.
Schopp and Bulldog evaluate the Buffalo Sabres' roster stability and physical play as they prepare for a matchup with the Tampa Bay Lightning. The conversation examines the team's need for retribution after a previous game's hit on Rasmus Dahlin and the current performance of defensive additions Logan Stanley and Luke Schenn. 01:00 - Buffalo Sabres Ironman Status 02:10 - Retribution Against Tampa Bay 08:15 - Defensive Playoff Roster Changes 12:24 - Missing Noah Östlund 14:46 - Jordan Greenway Nicknames
The Tampa Bay Lightning host the Pittsburgh Penguins as their magic number is now 4 to clinch a playoff spot. The Lightning have 98 points and are in 2nd place in the Atlantic Division, just 2 points behind the Sabres. Tonight's game is the 6th of a season-long 7-game home stand. Nikita Kucherov is the NHL's first star of the month for March.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Send us Fan MailOur Patreon - https://www.patreon.com/HockeyCardsGongshowOn this episode of the Hockey Cards Gongshow podcast we start with Get To Know Your Hockey Hall of Famers, this time looking at the life, hockey career, and hobby market for hockey hall of famer, Gordon "Doc" Roberts (13:19). Next, in the Weekly 7; Kucherov's MVP case, it's spring NHL debut season and we list key rookies that could land as 2026-27 Series One Young Guns, Is a "No Holds Barred" McDavid good for the NHL and hobby?, and Alexander Ovechkin gets to 1,000 (21:44). In hobby news, Jason Mashera is not about the bling, Fanatics lawsuit gets tossed, and at what point does a player's personal life affect the hobby (1:23:01)? Deep hobby thoughts with special guest host Jeremy Lee (1:45:36). Easter themed holiday hangers hit retail shelves and 2025-26 Flair gets pushed (2:12:16). We answer your mailbag questions (2:17:01), then end the show with personal pickups (2:50:59). Partners & SponsorsThe Upper Deck Company - https://www.UpperDeck.comGongshow Reloaded - https://www.GongshowReloaded.comHockeyChecklists.com - https://www.hockeychecklists.comSlab Sharks Consignment - http://bit.ly/3GUvsxNSlab Sharks is now accepting U.S. submissions!GP Sports Cards - https://gpsportcards.com/Total Sports Cards - https://totalsportcards.comSign up for Card Ladder - https://app.cardladder.com/signup?via=HCGongshoFollow Hockey Cards Gongshow on social mediaInstagram - https://www.instagram.com/hockey_cards_gongshow/TikTok - https://www.tiktok.com/@hockey_cards_gongshowFacebook - https://www.facebook.com/HockeyCardsGongshowTwitter - https://twitter.com/HCGongshowThe Hockey Cards Gongshow podcast is a production of Dollar Box Ventures LLC
The Tampa Bay Lightning rallied to beat the Minnesota Wild 6-3 to start a 7-game homestand. Jake Guentzel scored his 300th career goal, Darren Raddysh ties a franchise record of 20 goals in a season by a defenseman and Nikita Kucherov gets his 80th assist for the 4th consecutive season.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Rick Stroud and Steve Versnick on the Bucs signing linebacker Christian Rozeboom from the Carolina Panthers and what it means for Lavonte David's future. Plus the Gators lose in the NCAA 2nd round, USF Head Coach Brian Hodgson leaves for Providence and Nikita Kucherov now leads the NHL in scoring despite a slow start to the season. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
ESPN Hockey Analyst Ray Ferraro joined OverDrive to discuss the Maple Leafs' position and their possible draft pick selection, the Senators aiming to make the playoffs, the Oilers' rosters compared to the previous teams. Nikita Kucherov's incredible skill set, the Jack Adams Award candidates and more.
The New York Rangers managed just 10 shots in a 2–1 loss to the Ottawa Senators, who also lost Thomas Chabot and Lassi Thomson to injury, further thinning an already strained blue line ahead of a must-win against Detroit Red Wings, while the Rangers look like a team that’s checked out. Meanwhile, the Edmonton Oilers face Utah sitting third in the Pacific but sliding after two straight losses, with Connor McDavid having to clarify comments he made praising Tampa Bay Lightning coach Jon Cooper, comments that felt like a subtle critique of his own staff. Ray suggests this version of the Oilers simply isn’t as strong as recent years. In Tampa, Nikita Kucherov is on a tear and making a serious push for the Hart Trophy, with his intensity often misunderstood despite a strong bond with Jon Cooper and elite offseason work. And finally, AJ Greer received a three-game suspension for boarding Connor Zary of the Calgary Flames, a ruling Ray argues was far too lenient—suggesting it should have been closer to 10 games—and adding to ongoing concerns about consistency and player safety standards across the league.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
We had four games to discuss this week, and a week's worth of amazing play...
The Tampa Bay Lightning host the Minnesota Wild tonight as they begin a 7-day homestand that will last 12 days. Nikita Kucherov is the NHL's First Star of the Week for the 3rd time this season after he scored 6 goals and added 7 assists to take over the NHL's scoring lead. On this date in Lightning history, Lightning player reached 100 points in a season for the first time.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
We had four games to discuss this week, and a week's worth of amazing play...
The Nashville Predators are making a serious push — but will it be enough to secure a playoff spot?On this episode of the DFO Rundown, we break down Nashville's recent play and whether they've done enough to be considered a true playoff team in the Western Conference.We also dive into the growing case for Nikita Kucherov as a Hart Trophy candidate, and whether he deserves to be at the top of the MVP conversation this season.Plus, we cover:The AJ Greer suspension and how it was handled A massive win for the New York Islanders in the playoff raceJeremy Swayman's Massive Win and the Boston Bruins Playoff ChancesThe Pacific Division race and playoff format debateConnor McDavid's Viral CommentsThe origins of Playoff HockeyBuilding the ideal playoff teamWith the playoff race tightening, momentum and discipline are starting to define the stretch run.
Tampa Bay Lightning reporters Ben Pierce and Julie Stewart-Binks look back at the team's 3-0-1 road trip to the Pacific Northwest, Nikita Kucherov scores his first shorthanded goal and now leads the NHL in scoring, plus they look ahead to a 7-game homestand that starts on Tuesday night at Benchmark International Arena. Into The Blue is presented by Penelope Bourbon.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
It's a loaded episode of The Oil Stream as Dusty and Tommy break down a tough one for the Oilers after Saturday night's loss to the Tampa Bay Lightning. What went wrong for Edmonton? The fellas dig into the key moments, missed opportunities, and where things slipped away. Plus, a big debate — is Kucherov better than McDavid right now? Is there something off with the Oilers' coaching decisions? And should we be concerned about McDavid's postgame comments? Dusty and Tommy cover it all unpacking everything from Saturday night and what it means moving forward. The Oil Stream is presented by Boston Pizza!
The Tampa Bay Lightning beat the Edmonton Oilers 5-2 as Nikita Kucherov gets 4 points to take the scoring lead in the NHL. Kucherov scored his 1st career shorthanded goal and he had his 5th career 3-point game on the road. He is just the 3rd player in NHL history to accomplish that. The Lightning are now 3-0 on this 4-game road trip to the Pacific Northwest which they will wrap up tonight in Calgary.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
The Edmonton Oilers scored first, but the Lightning's Nikita Kucherov took over beginning in the 2nd period and Tampa bay went on to defeat the Oilers by a score of 5-2. Ryan Rishaug, Jason Strudwick & Rob Brown break it down.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
The Tampa Bay Lightning are starting a back-to-back tonight in Edmonton as they take on Connor McDavid and the Oilers. McDavid and Nikita Kucherov are 2 of the top 3 in the scoring race as they are all 1 point apart. The Lightning are 10-1-1 in the first half of back-to-back games this season, that is the best in the NHL. The Syracuse Crunch clinched a playoff berth with a 5-3 win over the Rochester Americans.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Sam Cohen delivers Today's Top Headlines including a crazy NCAA bet, international hockey controversy, and Kucherov is on a different level!
The Tampa Bay Lightning beat the Detroit Red Wings 4-1 as Jake Guentzel and Gage Goncalves both score 2 goals. Nikita Kucherov gets 2 assists to give him 1,100 points in his career, Jon Cooper gets his 700th win (regular season and postseason) and Anthony Cirelli riding a 4-game assist streak. On this date in Lightning history, the Bolts raised a Stanley Cup banner to the rafters.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Wieners are expensive at NFL Games, Busy sports weekend and Kucherov is on FIRE!
The Tampa Bay Lightning battled back from a 3-0 deficit to tie the game twice but they would ultimately lose 5-4 at the Carolina Hurricanes. The loss snapped their 6-game win streak. Nikita Kucherov extended his point streak to 12 games while Jonas Johansson played in his 100th career NHL game. On this date in Lightning history, Nikita Kucherov scored a natural hat trick with 3 power play goals.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Most of the Tampa Bay Lightning are on Olympic break OR playing at the Olympics...but WE THE THUNDER is NOT! No guests but we have a chance to talk about some of the things we missed and....
The Tampa Bay Lightning return to Benchmark International Arena tonight as the Buffalo Sabres are in town for the first time this season. Nikita Kucherov is moving up the NHL record books, Ryan McDonagh enters the Top 5 all-time for blocked shots and Andrei Vasilevskiy is the NHL's #2 star of the week. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
The Tampa Bay Lightning beat the Philadelphia Flyers 5-1 for their 10-straight win, that ties for the 2nd longest in franchise history. Nikita Kucherov extended his multi-point game streak to 9 which ties Steven Stamkos for the longest streak among active players. Brayden Point scored a goal but was injured on the play, he didn't return to the game. Head Coach Jon Cooper wins his 600th game in just his 1,005 games. The Lightning now play the Penguins tonight in the 2nd half of a back-to-back.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Frazer, Joe, and Andy discuss Buffalo's woes, Kucherov's greatness, the young talented Duckies, and more.
Rick Stroud and Steve Versnick preview the Buccaneers home game vs. the Saints as they look to pull 1-game ahead of Carolina in the division. Plus the Lightning lose after Nikita Kucherov's game-tying goal was overturned due to a hand pass. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
Welcome to the DFO Rundown with Jason Gregor and Jeff Marek!Marek opens the show by diving into the Vezina conversation, following up on the debate between Rupp and Gregor about which young goalie could win one first. Marek sides with Rupp, choosing Lukas Dostal — noting that Anaheim appears to be the closest to contention among the young-goalie teams.In Vegas, Carter Hart has been recalled by the Golden Knights. His numbers in Henderson weren't impressive, and the rust is still evident, but the guys debate what his impact could be — and how fans and players alike may react to the polarizing goaltender's return.The Flyers have been another surprise, backed by strong goaltending from Dan Vladar. Trevor Zegras, meanwhile, has shown real growth since arriving in Philadelphia, and the guys dive into his shootout wizardry and newfound maturity.St. Louis struggled early with defensive breakdowns and shaky goaltending, sinking them to the bottom of the Central Division. They appear to be stabilizing now — but can they realistically dig their way out of the early-season hole?The President's Trophy chase between the Dallas Stars and Colorado Avalanche sparks a debate about who has the better shot at the Stanley Cup. Gregor leans Stars — and wonders whether Dallas could look at Mason Marchment if Seattle becomes a deadline seller.The Jets, meanwhile, are 1-4-0 without Connor Hellebuyck, and the Central's top three are pulling away. Marek stresses Winnipeg's need for a true second-line center. Can the Jets tread water long enough to stay in the Wild Card race?With the Leafs' playoff odds sitting at just 11%, the guys debate whether Toronto can climb back into the race — or if the season is already slipping away.In Tampa Bay, John Cooper has turned the ship around. The Lightning are back atop the Atlantic Division, with Vasilevskiy, Point, and Kucherov heating up. Gregor and Marek both see Vasy as a major Vezina contender at this point in the season.Lastly, the Predators could become one of the league's most intriguing sellers. Which player is their most valuable trade asset? Filip Forsberg, Ryan O'Reilly, Juuse Saros, and Steven Stamkos headline the list of potential deadline chips, and the guys lay out ideal landing spots for a few of them.Want to hear more from Jason and the entire DFO team? Subscribe to our YouTubeYou can get involved with all the NHL futures action over on bet365 by using the promo code NATION at bet365.comConnect with us on ⬇️TwitterInstagramWebsiteDaily Faceoff Merch Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
In Part 2 of our Fall 2025 Expo recap, the BoothMates crew goes deep into the pickups, stories, people, and pure hobby energy that made this show unforgettable. Jeremy, Sam, Jay Z, Daniel, and Josh continue the conversation from Part 1 — this time focusing on the cards that came home with them, the surprising deals that unfolded, and the post-Expo adrenaline that kept everyone buying even after the show closed. Jeremy kicks things off with the vintage pickup that haunted him from the moment he entered the show: a beautifully centered 1953 Parkhurst Maurice Richard PSA 1.5 with exceptional registration despite its light creasing. This leads into a long, thoughtful discussion about grade vs. eye appeal, registry chasing, and the real differences between buying numbers and buying cards. The crew shares stories of their own swaps, upgrades, and “upgrade by downgrade” moves — including a Gretzky deal that proves sometimes the lower grade is the better card. The episode then shifts into modern PC pickups, with Jeremy revealing a stack of SP Authentic Limited Autos, Ultimate patches, Emblems of Endorsement cards, Cup honorable numbers, and multiple Fleury, Crosby, Thornton, Nash, Francis, Ovechkin, Lemieux and Kucherov additions. Even after four full days at the booth, the guys laugh about making “post-Expo hotel room deals” because, as Sam says, the hobby doesn't stop when the show closes. There's also a powerful moment when a longtime Hobby Insider member Matt gifts Jeremy a funeral program from Dale Hawerchuk's memorial, a gesture that catches him off guard and nearly brings him to tears. The group talks about staying “in the hobby zone” after returning home, the upcoming Langley and Chicago Spectacular shows, and the joy of seeing collectors find cards they never expected — from a massive Steve Yzerman want list to Jason Allison binders to PC grails that made the trip worthwhile for collectors who flew across the continent. They wrap with Expo reflections: • the best show energy in years • corporate and community presence at an all-time high • the hobby family that forms around a shared booth • the Expo's continuing growth — more halls coming, more vendors, more momentum • and why the show feels less like a card show and more like a true annual event Part 2 closes with final highlights, gratitude, and plans for future Expos, the National, and beyond. BoothMates is all about the people first, cards second — and this episode is exactly why. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
The Devils are an absolute wagon and if Jack Hughes can stay healthy there is nothing they can't accomplish. Kucherov hits the 1000 point mark and reminds everyone that's he's one of the best players in league history. Crosby keeps breaking records and has the guys to thanks?? And the current playoff picture is absolutely insane. Stick around for a hilarious NHL crime scandal game, plus a beer league hotline and a blind ranking. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
In this edition of 32 Thoughts, Kyle Bukauskas and Elliotte Friedman begin the podcast with their most pleasant surprise starts to the season. Once they role through that, Elliotte takes a beat to highlight the Buffalo Sabres and how they've really stood up for each other (19:18). They get into a whole conversation about Kucherov's disallowed goal on Sunday and video review (23:50). Elliotte gives an update on Vancouver's Kiefer Sherwood (32:06). They delve into the Calgary Flames and how they responded to the Sharangovich benching (36:07) before highlighting Nazem Kadri's impending 1000th game (45:22). Elliotte circles back to update Vancouver's pursuit of Pavel Zacha (50:00). The Final Thought focuses on Macklin Celebrini and his hot start to the season (52:14).Kyle and Elliotte answer your emails and voicemails in the Thoughtline (57:42).Kyle and Elliotte talk about the latest developments with Mitch Love (1:33:04).Today we highlight Ontario rock band The Honest Heart Collective and their song Outrun. Check them out here.Email the podcast at 32thoughts@sportsnet.ca or call the Thought Line at 1-833-311-3232 and leave us a voicemail.This podcast was produced and mixed by Dominic Sramaty and hosted by Elliotte Friedman & Kyle Bukauskas.The views and opinions expressed in this podcast are those of the hosts and guests and do not necessarily reflect the position of Rogers Sports & Media or any affiliates
Send us a textOur Patreon - https://www.patreon.com/HockeyCardsGongshowOn this episode of the Hockey Cards Gongshow podcast we start with Get To Know Your Hockey Hall of Famers, this time looking at the life, hockey career, and hobby market for hockey hall of famer, Black Jack Stewart (16:29). Next, it's week two of Who's Hot & The Struggle Bus (26:20). In hobby news, Nikita Kucherov hits a major milestone (48:43). Grant Paterson from GP Sports Cards joins the show to talk about how crazy the NHL Shield card market has become (53:14). 2024-25 Upper Deck Premier releases this week and we preview the checklist and key card designs (1:52:26). Next, we answer your hockey cards questions in the Gongshow mailbag (2:10:42), then end the show with personal pickups (2:34:24).Partners & SponsorsGongshow Reloaded - https://www.GongshowReloaded.comHockeyChecklists.com - https://www.hockeychecklists.comSlab Sharks Consignment - http://bit.ly/3GUvsxNSlab Sharks is now accepting U.S. submissions!MINTINK - https://www.mintink.caPSA - https://www.psacard.comGP Sports Cards - https://gpsportcards.com/Private Collection Insurance - https://privatecollectioninsurance.comSign up for Card Ladder - https://app.cardladder.com/signup?via=HCGongshoFollow Hockey Cards Gongshow on social mediaInstagram - https://www.instagram.com/hockey_cards_gongshow/TikTok - https://www.tiktok.com/@hockey_cards_gongshowFacebook - https://www.facebook.com/HockeyCardsGongshowTwitter - https://twitter.com/HCGongshowThe Hockey Cards Gongshow podcast is a production of Dollar Box Ventures LLC
Welcome to the DFO Rundown with Jason Gregor and Jeff Marek!We kick things off with the red-hot Utah Mammoth and their 7-game win streak. With a young core firing on all cylinders and Schmaltz excelling on his new contract, how high can this team go?Next, we dive into the St. Louis Blues' struggles, from scoring woes to goalie confidence issues. Can Joel Hofer bounce back, and how much do they miss Zach Bolduc?The energy picks up with the New Jersey Devils' 8-game winning streak, where Jake Allen and Jacob Markstrom are shining.We discuss some classic hockey jersey debates—Avalanche in Nordiques jerseys, Hurricanes in Whalers jerseys—and reflect on retired numbers.Then we celebrate major player milestones: Nikita Kucherov hits 1,000 points, and John Tavares nears 500 goals. Could Tavares be on a Hall of Fame trajectory?Producer Pat joins for a Buy or Sell segment: Can the Minnesota Wild hold their playoff spot? Will Jack Hughes hit 100 points for the first time? Are the Penguins sellers at the trade deadline?We close with the Calgary Flames' scoring struggles and whether their season might already be in jeopardy.Want to hear more from Jason and the entire DFO team? Subscribe to our YouTubeYou can get involved with all the NHL futures action over on bet365 by using the promo code NATION at bet365.comConnect with us on ⬇️TwitterInstagramWebsiteDaily Faceoff Merch Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
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 preseason is over, and the kids are still here - is this the most optimistic preseason outlook in Winged Wheel Podcast history? (00:00) Tune in as we start by discussing Michael Brandsegg-Nygard's Detroit Red Wings & NHL-leading performance, how his game compares to Marco Kasper's, whether he could be a long-term solution for Todd McLellan next to Dylan Larkin & Lucas Raymond, & his chances of making the team (6:55). Next, what Justin Holl & Erik Gustafsson being waived mean for Axel Sandin Pellikka's roster chances, how his path compares to Moritz Seider & Simon Edvinsson's, if he's destined to be paired with Albert Johansson, & how the Grand Rapids Griffins AHL path could benefit him like it did Nate Danielson & other prospects (14:30). Finally, Emmitt Finnie's standout preseason & how he took the step past guys like Carter Mazur, Amadeus Lombardi, & Carter Bear, & what his roster chances are in McLellan and Steve Yzerman's eyes (28:20) before we give our full Detroit Red Wings Opening Night roster projections (40:10). After that, our Atlantic Division Preview, including Pastrnak's Boston Bruins, Dahlin's Buffalo Sabres, Raymond's Detroit Red Wings, Hutson's Montreal Canadiens, Tkachuk's Ottawa Senators, Kucherov's Tampa Bay Lightning, Barkov's Florida Panthers, and Matthews' Toronto Maple Leafs (52:30). We wrap up with a look at Jackson LaCombe & Luke Hughes' $9 million AAV contracts and what that means for Steve Yzerman as he looks to extend Simon Edvinsson (1:25:00). All of that & lots more before we take your questions and comments in our Overtime segment (1:30:00) - 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 Support the Jamie Daniels Foundation through Wings Money on the Board: https://www.wingedwheelpodcast.com/wingsmotb