Podcast appearances and mentions of Mike Babcock

The Toronto Maple Leafs have hired Jim Hiller as the 41st head coach in franchise history. Nick Kypreos, Justin Bourne and Sam McKee share their thoughts on the hiring, why the Leafs didn't choose Bruce Cassidy, Hiller's relationship with Auston Matthews, and what he brings to the team from a tactical standpoint. Then, they go around the league to talk about some of the early offseason buzz, including the latest on the NHL's investigation into Mike Babcock, Matthew Knies' name recirculating in trade talks, and Connor Hellebuyck's future in Winnipeg. 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.

On this episode of The Chris Johnston show, Julian McKenzie and Chris Johnston go over a variety of topics including: (00:00) Maple Leafs trade Joseph Woll to the Flyers (6:00) Vegas Golden Knights part ways with John Tortorella (8:30) We go back to our original recording to break down the Stanley Cup Final and what's next for the Hurricanes (22:30) Reasoning on why Jordan Staal deserved the Conn Smythe (27:00) Bussi and the Hurricanes goalies (35:00) What's next for the Golden Knights (RECORDED BEFORE TORTORELLA NEWS) (42:15) Update with Mike Babcock and the Oilers with a sprinkle of Leafs coaching update (48:30) Ask CJ TODAY'S SPONSOR: SHOPIFY - Sign up for your one-dollar-per-month trial today at HTTP://SHOPIFY.COM/JOHNSTON Watch all episodes of The Chris Johnston Show here: https://www.youtube.com/playlist?list=PLLk7FZfwCEifwZnM5KxOFlm0lQjkEheLw Buy CJ Show merch: https://sdpnshop.ca/collections/cj-show Follow us on Instagram: @reporterchris @jkamckenzie and @sdpnsports Follow us on X: @reporterchris @jkamckenzie @sdpnsports Reach out to ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://www.sdpn.ca/sales⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ to connect with our sales team Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Hour two of the Big Show with George Rusic and Matt Rose is on demand! For hour two, the guys talk about the upcoming offseason with bold predictions; should the Flames draft Viggo Bjorck with the sixth overall pick? will Chicago trade the 4th overall pick? will Cale Makar sign a major extension this offseason? and a lot more!   (21:08) Later, senior columnist and analyst for Sportsnet, Eric Francis joins the show to discuss the end of the Stanley Cup Finals! Eric discusses how the Hurricanes were able to win this series in six games, how Rasmus Andersson preformed during the finals and if he could get a contract extension, and if John Tortorella could sign in Edmonton if they don't hire Mike Babcock!   The views and opinions expressed in this podcast are those of the hosts and guests and do not necessarily reflect the position of Rogers Media Inc. or any affiliate. This show is produced by Connor Gronsdahl and Shan Virjee Get full Flames games and great shows like Quick 60: The Stamps Show, Wranglers Watch and more ON DEMAND.

Hour 3 of the Big Show is on demand! To kick off the hour, Rusic and Rose are joined by the producer of Real Kyper and Bourne and co-host of the Leafs Talk, Sam Mckee! Sam shares his thoughts on the Canadian Open and how Bud Cauley looked in his first majors win, how Leafs fans are feeling about the Oilers potentially hiring Mike Babcock and Mitch Marner going cold in the last three games of the Stanley Cup Finals, how the upcoming free agency class is for teams like the Oilers and Leafs and more!   (27:21) Later, president of Sport Calgary Candice Goudie joins the show to talk about All Sport One Day which takes place this weekend! The guys hit you with their picks of the night in another edition of the Lock of the Day brought to you by Play Alberta! And Intern Connor gives his world cup recap!    The views and opinions expressed in this podcast are those of the hosts and guests and do not necessarily reflect the position of Rogers Media Inc. or any affiliate. This show is produced by Connor Gronsdahl and Shan Virjee Get full Flames games and great shows like Quick 60: The Stamps Show, Wranglers Watch and more ON DEMAND.

Plus: the latest on the U.S. and Iran's agreement on the Strait of Hormuz, a dozen children are injured at a B.C. waterpark, the NHL begins investigating former head coach Mike Babcock ahead of his possible return the the league, a new commercial airport opens in Montreal, and protesters take to the streets in Albania over a planned resort funded by Donald Trump's son-in-law. We love feedback at The Big Story, as well as suggestions for future episodes. You can find us: Through email at hello@thebigstorypodcast.ca  Or @thebigstory.bsky.social on Bluesky

The Stanley Cup has officially been handed out, meaning the NHL off-season calendar is officially running at maximum velocity! Dustin Nielson is anchor-locked in the studio alongside former NHL netminder Gager to sort through a massive pile of burning questions in Oil Country... Now that there are no more pucks to be dropped on the ice, all eyes turn to the front office. Stan Bowman is staring down a chaotic summer blueprint—and the fellas are here to dig into the rumours.   On Today's Show: The Off-Season Clock Is Ticking: The playoffs are completely wrapped, which means the regular-season safety net is gone. What is management's immediate priority this week, and how fast do they need to move before the NHL Entry Draft and Free Agency completely take over the league? The Darnell Nurse Trade Puzzle: The smoke hasn't even begun to clear from #25's shocking, formal trade request. Realistically, how do the Oilers actually navigate moving a massive $9.25M cap hit with a full no-movement clause? Gager and Dusty look at his rumoured 3-to-5 team destination list, debate how much salary Edmonton will be forced to retain, and look at what a realistic roster return looks like. Oilers Need A Coach: The silence out of 104th Street regarding the open bench seat is getting deafening. Now that the Vegas Golden Knights have officially been eliminated from the postseason, will Kelly McCrimmon finally grant the Oilers permission to interview Bruce Cassidy? Or is management stuck in a holding pattern while the league's Mike Babcock investigation plays out? The guys debate the timeline, the leading candidates, and who will ultimately pull the strings behind the bench next season. Of course, they touch on John Tortorella's release from Vegas...   2 Guys & a Goalie is presented by GS Construction!

The Carolina Hurricanes are Stanley Cup champions for the first time in 20 years, and host Brenden Escott breaks down how they finished the job against Vegas and what this championship means for a franchise that has spent years building toward this moment. Brendan also discusses Jordan Staal's remarkable playoff run that earned him the Conn Smythe Trophy, while also examining the cases for other standout performers like Logan Stankoven and former Oilers forward Taylor Hall. Plus, what does this championship mean for Rod Brind'Amour's future behind the bench, and where do the Golden Knights go from here after falling short? We also look at what Carolina's success says about team building in today's NHL. In a copycat league, have the Hurricanes created a blueprint other organizations will try to follow, and which teams around the league might be on a similar trajectory? With the Stanley Cup Final now complete, attention shifts to a busy offseason. We discuss the NHL's investigation into Mike Babcock's tenure in Columbus, whether more information could emerge as the process unfolds and the latest coaching speculation surrounding Bruce Cassidy's future and potential opportunities in Edmonton or Toronto. And closer to home, we examine the growing chatter surrounding Darnell Nurse and whether there's any substance behind the trade rumors. Plus, we wrap up with the biggest under-the-radar storyline NHL fans should be watching as the offseason officially gets underway. Don't forget to subscribe to the show anywhere you get your streaming audio and follow Inside Sports on X (@InsideSports880). Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Brent Gunning and Daniele Franceschi kickoff Tuesday morning by setting up the Blue Jays' series against the Red Sox. They outline the importance of this upcoming stretch and Toronto's outlook as we approach the midway mark of the season. The guys also debate if Dylan Cease has been the best signing of the Ross Atkins era, Vladimir Guerrero Jr. leading the AL first base All-Star voting despite his bad start, and Louis Varland's opportunity to bounce back this week. After the break, the guys weigh in on reports of the NHL opening an investigation into Mike Babcock's 2023 resignation in Columbus. Brent and Daniele wrap up the hour with a look at the players arriving at Shinnecock for the US Open and how hard they expect the course to play this weekend. 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.

Brent Gunning and Daniele Franceschi kick off the final hour by chatting with NHL insider Frank Seravalli about the Hurricanes' Stanley Cup win and lessons for other teams. They discuss offseason storylines, potential trade routes, and updates on Mike Babcock and the Edmonton Oilers coaching situation. Frank also shares insights on the Leafs' coaching search and the draft. After the break, FAN 590's Ben Shulman (28:23) joins to preview the Blue Jays' series against the Red Sox, addressing team concerns and the impact of Yimi Garcia's return to the bullpen. Brent and Daniele wrap up with hopes for Louis Varland in the ninth inning. 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 affiliate.

Andrew Weiss stops by to help make sense of a wild week in the hockey world and recap Games 4 and 5 of the Stanley Cup Final. Mike Babcock is possibly going to Edmonton - are we really doing this? And with William Karlsson potentially out of the picture, is Vegas in trouble? Tune in now!

Let's do this! The Cult of Hockey podcast. By the Faithful! And for the Faithful! Tonight, Kurt Leavins and David Staples of the Edmonton Journal dig into the latest on Edmonton's interest in Mike Babcock, the decision of Darnell Nurse to waive his Mo Movement Clause, and the fact the Oilers have yet to sign any of their free agents.

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

Canada has officially secured its first-ever point at a FIFA World Cup, drawing 1-1 with Bosnia and Herzegovina at Toronto Stadium in a match they could have easily won. Cyle Larin provided the breakthrough in the 78th minute, and Canada now turns its attention to Qatar in Vancouver next Thursday. In the Stanley Cup Final, Carolina edged Vegas 4-2 on 880 CHED to take a 3-2 series lead. We break down how the Hurricanes' goaltending change has stabilized things in net, and how their structure has effectively suffocated the Golden Knights' attack. Around the NHL, Darnell Nurse has agreed to waive his no-move clause as he and the Oilers explore a trade, while there is still no update on the Mike Babcock situation. Meanwhile, Connor McDavid and Evan Bouchard were both honoured as NHL All-Stars, and McDavid finished runner-up in the Hart Trophy race to Nikita Kucherov. In the NBA Finals, the New York Knicks completed a stunning Game 4 comeback to take a 3-1 series lead, highlighted by a dramatic late tip-in from former Raptor OG Anunoby—who is firmly in the NBA Finals MVP conversation. And in MLB action, the Toronto Blue Jays open a key series against the New York Yankees with Trey Yesavage taking the mound. Don't forget to subscribe to the show anywhere you get your streaming audio and follow Inside Sports on X (@InsideSports880). Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

With the World Cup in full swing, we check in from Toronto to discuss the excitement surrounding the tournament and what it's like to be in one of Canada's soccer hotbeds during the biggest sporting event on the planet. We also break down a Stanley Cup Final that has swung firmly in Carolina's favour after back-to-back Hurricanes victories. What's changed since the start of the series? Is Vegas dealing with a goaltending issue, a defensive issue, or both? Plus, we discuss the impact of William Karlsson's absence and what the Golden Knights must do to force a Game 7. The Edmonton Oilers remain one of the NHL's biggest stories as the organization awaits the outcome of the league's investigation into Mike Babcock. We discuss the reaction around the league, whether the game has evolved beyond Babcock's coaching style and where Edmonton could turn if he isn't an option. Could Darryl Sutter be a realistic candidate? Plus, the latest on the Maple Leafs' coaching search, reports that Darnell Nurse may be open to a trade out of Edmonton and whether the surging Toronto Blue Jays are finally starting to look like a legitimate contender. Don't forget to subscribe to the show anywhere you get your streaming audio and follow Inside Sports on X (@InsideSports880). Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

In this edition of 32 Thoughts, Kyle Bukauskas and Elliotte Friedman react to the Carolina Hurricanes taking a 3-2 series lead over the Vegas Golden Knights in the Stanley Cup Final. Afterwards, the fellas delve into the news where they expand on Darnell Nurse's trade request out of Edmonton (31:00). They talk abo ut the investigation into Mike Babcock before he's hired by the Edmonton Oilers (35:00). Kyle and Elliotte react to Joe Sakic's comments on Thursday (41:00). They touch on Seattle's new front office hires (44:41). The Final Thought focuses on Nikita Kucherov winning the Hart (47:30).  Kyle and Elliotte answer your questions and comments in the Thought Line presented by BetMGM (52:30). In this episode we highlight Canadian pop singer-songwriter Olivia Penalva and her track Distance Makes A Love Story. Check out her music here. Listen to all the 32 Thoughts music 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 Cristian Ceniti 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

Riley Cote and Derek Settlemyre discuss the latest breaking news and rumors in the NHL starting off with the latest updates around Dylan Larkin, Robert Thomas, Darnell Nurse, and Mason McTavish. Then we get into the bombshell news about Edmonton's interest in Mike Babcock. We touch on Peter Laviolette being hired by the LA Kings and Nikita Kucherov winning the Hart. We finish up by diving into the Golden Knights vs Hurricanes Stanley Cup Final. Nasty Knuckles is a Baller Sports Network production, created by co-hosts, Riley Cote and Derek "Nasty" Settlemyre. The show features a mix of interviews, never before heard story-telling, hockey-talk, and maybe some pranks... The guys bring in some of the biggest names in the hockey world for your enjoyment! Make sure to check back every week as the guys release a new episode weekly!►Click here to shop our latest merch: nastyknuckles.com/shop► Follow the show on Twitter: https://twitter.com/NastyKnuckles► Follow Riley Cote on Twitter: https://twitter.com/rileycote32► Follow Riley Cote on Instagram: https://instagram.com/rileycote32► Follow Derek Settlemyre on Twitter: https://twitter.com/dnastyworld► Follow Derek Settlemyre on Instagram: https://instagram.com/dnastyworld Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

On this episode of The Chris Johnston show, Julian McKenzie and Chris Johnston go over a variety of topics including: (00:00) Mike Babcock investigation and how likely he will be Oilers head coach (13:30) Darnell Nurse wants out of Edmonton (22:00) Dylan Larkin, his request and other players that might want out of their teams (36:20) Leafs coaching update and if Toronto could wait for Bruce Cassidy (41:00) Hart Trophy (52:00) Stanley Cup Final (54:30) Stick Taps TODAY'S SPONSOR: SHADY RAYS - Go to ⁠http://shadyrays.com⁠ and use code SDP for 50% off 2+ pairs of polarized sunglasses. Watch all episodes of The Chris Johnston Show here: https://www.youtube.com/playlist?list=PLLk7FZfwCEifwZnM5KxOFlm0lQjkEheLw Buy CJ Show merch: https://sdpnshop.ca/collections/cj-show Follow us on Instagram: @reporterchris @jkamckenzie and @sdpnsports Follow us on X: @reporterchris @jkamckenzie @sdpnsports Reach out to ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://www.sdpn.ca/sales⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ to connect with our sales team Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Guest host Gord Stellick is in for Nick Kypreos, joining Justin Bourne and Sam McKee following the Hurricanes' Game 5 victory over the Golden Knights in the Stanley Cup Final. To help break it down, former NHL President, GM, and head coach Doug MacLean (8:41) joins the guys for Off-the-Rails Friday! Mac shares his takeaways from Game 5 and discusses Rod Brind'Amour's impact, John Tortorella's goalie decision for Game 6, why he's not a fan of Mike Babcock in Edmonton, and Dylan Larkin's trade request. Then, he weighs in on what the Leafs should do with the first-overall pick, and whether Vegas and Carolina's roster construction will prompt more teams to trade top draft picks. Finally, Justin, Gord and Sam react to Nikita Kucherov winning the Hart trophy and take your questions and comments on the text line! 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.

Nick and Mac are back to get you up to date on all the action from this crazy Stanley Cup Final. They get you ready for a pivotal game 6, discuss their Conn Smythe picks, and take a look at Carolina's goaltending situation. They also dive into the incredible atmospheres in both buildings, the Dylan Larkin trade request, and the Oilers insane move to try and hire Mike Babcock.    Chapters   00:00 Introduction and Personal Updates 02:58 QOTD - World Cup Fan Experience 05:49 Stanley Cup Finals Overview 11:51 Player Performances and Predictions 19:20 Controversial Goals and Officiating in Hockey 20:54 Stanley Cup Final Predictions 21:39 Dylan Larkin's Trade Request 26:47 Darnell Nurse's Situation in Edmonton 28:39 The Coaching Carousel: Mike Babcock and Others 34:29 Trivia Time: Game 7s in Stanley Cup History       Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Boomer, Pinder and Rhett dive back into the increasingly chaotic Mike Babcock situation as the Edmonton Oilers' coaching search takes another dramatic turn. What initially looked like a controversial hire has now become even more complicated after reports surfaced that the NHLPA has formally requested the NHL delay Babcock's hiring until a full investigation can be completed. The guys discuss the latest reporting, why this story refuses to go away, and what it means for both Babcock and the Oilers moving forward. They also revisit the allegations that led to Babcock's resignation in Columbus before he ever coached a game and debate whether Edmonton should continue pursuing him at all. With the NHLPA, NHL and Oilers now all involved, the biggest question is simple: how does this actually end? Does Babcock eventually get the job, or has this process become too messy to move forward? Let us know what you think in the comments.Video Link: https://youtu.be/Z3Asa_L2t9M#nhl #nhlshorts #nhlplayoffs #nhlpredictions #nhlhockey #nhlpicks #stanleycup #stanleycupfinal #edmontonoilers CHECK OUT OUR STUFF ⬇️BARN BURNER MERCHhttps://nationgear.ca/collections/shirts/FlamesnationBARN BURNER SHORTS https://youtube.com/playlist?list=PLj_bcGtvvo-cW2DHEDZ6dEO5ePDmlhZc9&si=jo8iNGxT4ImhS2Y8

It's Friday afternoon, which means a fresh episode of Oilersnation Radio is ready to massage your eardrums with an hour of off-season Oilers talk. On today's podcast, the fellas discussed Darnell Nurse's trade request, where he might end up, the Mike Babcock situation, line combinations, and more.We kicked off the Friday episode of ONR with a delicious debate about whether or not Darnell Nurse carries more risk than some fans are acknowledging. Given the minutes he plays and his constant availability, it's worth having a discussion about whether or not moving on from the player will create a bigger hole than some people think. While there's no debate that the contract has become an issue, there is still a strong hockey player there that the team will likely be without when the next season rolls around.Shifting gears, the guys continued with the Darnell Nurse conversation with a look at what trading him might even look like. His contract is obviously a massive part of the story when it comes to moving him, but that shouldn't suggest that Nurse carries zero value on the trade market. But what kind of trade should Oilers fans even expect? From there, the boys spoke about the never-ending coaching drama that's raging on after news broke earlier in the week that the team is interested in Mike Babcock. Finally, we wrapped up the Friday episode of ONR with another round of betting talk, Ask the Idiots questions, and Hot and Colder Performers to wrap up the week. The guys also discussed the Stanley Cup Final and how the Carolina Hurricanes have a chance to close things out in Game 6 on Sunday night. They also discussed the NBA Finals and how the Knicks' comeback wins have been wild to watch. Speaking of wild to watch, seeing Knicks fans beating up Spurs fans just for wearing team merch ranks right up there for being nuts.

Hour one of the Big Show with George Rusic and Matt Rose is on demand! To kick off the show, NHL insider Frank Seravalli joins the show to talk about who his Conn Smythe favourites are after 5 of the Stanley Cup Finals, before touching on the Mike Babcock situation with the Oilers! Frank then discusses what a potential Darnell Nurse trade could look like, and where would could potentially see more trade requests!   (35:18) Later, Matty gets you up to date in everything you need to know from the world of sports in the Rose Report!   The views and opinions expressed in this podcast are those of the hosts and guests and do not necessarily reflect the position of Rogers Media Inc. or any affiliate. This show is produced by Connor Gronsdahl and Shan Virjee Get full Flames games and great shows like Quick 60: The Stamps Show, Wranglers Watch and more ON DEMAND.

An absolute franchise-altering atomic bomb has just detonated over Oil Country. The Oil Stream is live on Edmonton Sports Talk, and today Reid Wilkins and Hernan Salas are stepping up to lead the charge on what is officially the wildest Friday in recent Oilers history! Grab a beverage and lock in, because the boys are breaking down a massive roster development from every single angle. On Today's Show: The Bombshell: Darnell Nurse Wants Out! It is official. Reports from Elliotte Friedman and Mark Spector confirm that veteran defenseman and alternate captain Darnell Nurse has formally requested a trade out of Edmonton. After 12 seasons and nearly 800 games in the blue and orange, #25 is ready for a fresh start. The boys dive straight into the deep end of the chaos: Where will he go? With early leaks connecting him to teams like the Los Angeles Kings and Pittsburgh Penguins, what does his 3-to-5 team trade list actually look like? What will the return be? How does Stan Bowman navigate trading a massive $9.25M cap hit with four years remaining and a full No-Movement Clause? Will the Oilers be forced to retain salary or give up a major sweetener? Is this good for the Oilers? Does clearing this cap space unlock the financial flexibility management desperately needs to rebuild the blue line, or does losing a core leadership piece create a massive hole? Is it good for Darnell? Does escaping the high-pressure Edmonton media fishbowl allow Nurse to revitalize his game elsewhere? The Ongoing Coaching Carousel: Even with the Nurse news taking over, the head coaching vacancy isn't going anywhere. Reid and Hernan look at where things stand with the ongoing Mike Babcock saga, the public pushback, and whether this sudden roster shakeup changes the front office's blueprint for their next bench boss.

The absolute best insider in the business, Chris Johnston, kicked off today's show, and his phone has been ringing off the hook. We immediately dive into the atomic bomb that dropped on Oil Country: the Darnell Nurse trade request. Why is this happening now? Which teams around the league actually have the space to take on that $9.25M ticket, how much salary will Stan Bowman be forced to retain, and is there any realistic scenario where the Oilers actually win this trade? CJ has all the answers. Plus, we get the absolute latest update on the Mike Babcock league investigation—and if that hiring completely goes south, who is the next man up on Edmonton's coaching radar? We wrap up with CJ's thoughts on the Carolina Hurricanes sitting just one win away from the Stanley Cup.   It was then time for the Play Alberta Early Bird Bet of the day.   In the middle of hour two, we got into MMMMMM That's Good presented by The Italian Centre Shop. Today, Wil told us about his cycling adventure he's hitting with his wife over the weekend and we continued the Darnell Nurse trade discussion as well in this segment. This took us to the end of hour two.

This chaotic Detroit Red Wings podcast digs into the latest Red Wings trade rumors as Dylan Larkin's trade list potentially expands & Sebastian Cossa's suitors emerge. Hockeytown news and analysis breaks down Yzerman's potential returns from Utah, Dallas, & others, plus the Mike Babcock to Edmonton madness. (00:00) - Intro The Larkin saga, Cossa rumors, Babcock, and a high-octane Stanley Cup Final - what is happening in June? (05:25) - Dylan Larkin's Trade List Maybe Expands Helene St. James reports the initial three teams (Minnesota, Vegas, Florida). Pierre LeBrun follows with Yzerman going back to Pat Brisson to push for more - Dallas, Tampa Bay, and Utah enter the chat. (21:10) - Potential Suitors Breakdown What a Jason Robertson or Mavrik Bourque package from Dallas could look like, why Utah and Montreal might offer the best return, and whether Macklin Celebrini's Sharks should be sniffing around (Misa?). (35:10) - Sebastian Cossa Trade Rumors Edmonton's interest, Kevin Weekes pointing to the Utah Mammoth, and how packaging Cossa with Larkin could bridge the gap to an Eichel-style return (Desnoyers & Iginla, maybe?). (46:05) - Mike Babcock to the Oilers? Daryl Katz, Stan Bowman, and the NHLPA investigation - plus what current and former players really think about Babs returning to a bench. (56:05) - Michael McCarron's Wild Contract Six years, full no-move for a 31-year-old fourth liner. "Wild" Bill Guerin strikes again. (1:02:15) - Stanley Cup Final Carter Hart history, Jordan Staal's acrobatics, and what Rod Brind'Amour does with Frederik Andersen. (1:06:10) - Overtime Mailbag Faith in Steve Yzerman seven years in, Emmitt Finnie's ceiling, and what a Justin Holl trade looks like. --- 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! Pierre's Article: https://www.nytimes.com/athletic/7349305/2026/06/10/nhl-trades-free-agency-larkin-matthews-werenski/

Join Bryan Hayes, Jeff O'Neill and Jamie McLennan for Hour 2 on OverDrive! The guys are on set at the RBC Canadian Open from TPC Toronto discussing the tournament, CBS Golf Commentator Jim Nantz joins to discuss his broadcasting career, his backyard and visiting Canada. TSN Hockey Insider Darren Dreger joins to discuss the Stanley Cup Final, Mike Babcock's future in Edmonton and the Maple Leafs' head coaching search and Bryan gives his FanDuel Best Bets.

TSN Hockey Insider Darren Dreger joined OverDrive to discuss who will start in net for the Hurricanes in Game 5, the series becoming a best-of-three, Carolina's top line needing to be a factor going forward, what is next for Darnell Nurse, the latest on Mike Babcock and the Oilers, the Leafs' coaching search and more!

The Los Angeles Kings have turned to Peter Laviolette as their new head coach, a move that feels like a logical short-term fit for a team looking to remain competitive while its young core continues to develop. In Edmonton, reports that several Oilers stars played a major role in interviewing Mike Babcock have sparked debate about how much influence players should have in coaching hires and where the balance of power lies between the dressing room and management. The Babcock process remains in limbo with no clear timeline for the league's review, leading to questions about whether the Oilers could revisit Bruce Cassidy if things fall apart, or whether they already know Vegas won't permit that conversation. Meanwhile, the Stanley Cup Final is tied after Carolina's Game 4 win, powered by two more goals from captain Jordan Staal, who has been a dominant force at age 37 with five goals in four games and countless key faceoff victories. The series has produced an incredible 33 goals through four games, the second-highest total in Final history at that stage, fueled by relentless pressure and goaltending that has been solid but hardly dominant. Game 5 X-factors, Tims Hockey Challenge and more!See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Terry Ryan previews an EXCITING surprise guest from the world of Music. TR also reacts to the Mike Babcock news You can now watch episodes of Tales with TR on YouTube! Head over to https://www.youtube.com/@THPN to watch the latest episode   Check out TerryRyan.ca Welcome to Tales with TR: A Hockey Podcast presented by The Hockey Podcast Network. Join former Montreal Canadiens' first-round draft pick & Shoresy star Terry Ryan, as he talks about the sport of Hockey, brings on various guests, and shares tales of his life and professional hockey career. Editor: Isha Jahromi - Youtube Channel https://www.youtube.com/@TheCityLifeProject- Host: Terry Ryan @terryryan20 Network: @hockeypodnet  Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Hour two of the Big Show with George Rusic and Matt Rose is on demand! For hour two, Brent Krahn is in studio to break down the Mike Babcock news and if he will eventually get hired by the Edmonton Oilers, and if Carter Hart is getting tired in the Stanley Cup Finals for the Golden Knights!   (16:21) Later, prospect analyst for SN and founder of the Pro Hockey Group Jason Bukala joins the show to talk about the Stanley Cup Finals and break down how both of the teams are preforming so far, Looking at the potential Mike Babcock hiring, and he shares his top 100 prospects list!    The views and opinions expressed in this podcast are those of the hosts and guests and do not necessarily reflect the position of Rogers Media Inc. or any affiliate. This show is produced by Connor Gronsdahl and Shan Virjee Get full Flames games and great shows like Quick 60: The Stamps Show, Wranglers Watch and more ON DEMAND.

Ailish Forfar and Justin Cuthbert kick things off on the opening day of the World Cup with legendary soccer voice Peter Drury (4:35)! They discuss the excitement in North America with the World Cup taking place, what to expect from Canada in their opening match tomorrow, the biggest storylines heading into the tournament, and much more. Then, Luke Gazdic joins the show (26:50) to tee up Game 5 of the Stanley Cup Finals and discuss the Oilers' future, including uncertainties for Mike Babcock, Connor McDavid and Darnell Nurse. Next, Toronto Marlies head coach John Gruden joins the show (50:50) ahead of the Marlies' Calder Cup Final series against the Chicago Wolves. They discuss how the young players on the team have grown during the playoffs, Artur Akhtyamov leading the way, Mark Giordano's role with the team and his transition into coaching, and much more! 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.

Thursday afternoon means a fresh episode of Real Life was recorded and edited, and it's ready to help you wrap up the week. On today's podcast, the guys discussed the Darnell Nurse trade request, the Mike Babcock rumours, and much more.The guys kicked off this week's episode of Real Life with a conversation about the Darnell Nurse trade request that just came down today, and how it seems like we're walking toward the end of an era in Edmonton. While there's little doubt that Nurse's contract became a problem, the reality is that he was also a very good Oiler for a very long time. Despite the contract being a sticking point, the reality is that Nurse is a guy who gave his all to the city and the franchise.Shifting gears, the boys discussed the Mike Babcock rumours that have kicked up over the last week, and how just hearing his name was enough to trigger the entire fanbase. While there are a handful of Oilers fans who legitimately think this could work, the vast majority of them hate the idea to their core. That led the boys to discuss which guys would be better options for the Oilers, and whether they would even be interested in getting out of their own way.Finally, the guys wrapped up the podcast on the Thursday episode of Real Life with a run of topics, starting with a breakdown of the Knicks' Game 4 win, New Yorkers embracing the moment, and recapped Tyler's trip down to Vegas, what it was like being at the Cup Final when you don't care. Even with the lack of Oilers games, it's always remarkable to see how much news can happen in Edmonton even though the team hasn't been on the ice in months. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Edmonton Oilers leadership, including Zach Hyman and Leon Draisaitl, are reportedly advocating for Mike Babcock to become their next head coach despite his history of bullying. They discuss the potential fallout of such a hire and whether Babcock's lack of remorse will prevent his return to the NHL. Earlier, the conversation covers international football nicknames and the double-landlocked geography of Uzbekistan. 01:15 - World Cup Nicknames 05:14 - Oilers Coaching Search 13:30 - Charity and Athletes

John Shannon joins the show to talk the Mike Babcock reports. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

In this edition of 32 Thoughts, Kyle Bukauskas and Elliotte Friedman react to the Carolina Hurricanes tying the Stanley Cup Final Series 2-2 against Vegas. They get to the news where Mike Babcock is reportedly in line to take the Edmonton Oilers' head coaching job (23:32). Elliotte touches on the Leafs open coaching vacancy (42:21) before talking about top free agent Alex Tuch (43:00). The guys also talk about the latest developments in Detroit around Dylan Larkin (46:11). The fellas talk about Mike McCarron's contract extension (52:40). The Final Thought focuses on the top prospects that were present at Game 4 (54:57).  Kyle and Elliotte answer your questions and comments in the Thought Line presented by BetMGM (1:00:40). Listen to all the 32 Thoughts music 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 Cristian Ceniti 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

On this episode of the Blackhawks Breakaway Podcast, Pat Boyle and Charlie Roumeliotis are joined by NHL Insider Frank Seravalli to discuss the latest Blackhawks news, rumors and offseason storylines. How aggressive could Blackhawks GM Kyle Davidson be on the trade market this summer? What would it take for Chicago to move the No. 4 overall pick? If the Blackhawks keep the selection, will Ivar Stenberg be available to them? How should the Blackhawks balance positional need/value vs. best player available? Seravalli breaks down the team's options heading into the NHL Draft. The conversation also expands around the NHL. Seravalli shares the latest on Detroit captain Dylan Larkin's trade request, whether the Blackhawks are becoming a more attractive destination for players in general, and the coaching situation in Edmonton involving Mike Babcock. Plus, what's the latest on Connor Bedard's contract extension? Seravalli discusses what he expects, potential timing, and what a new deal could look like. Pat and Charlie close the episode by reacting to Seravalli's insights on Bedard's next contract, the Blackhawks' offseason outlook, and the upcoming draft.

Alex Ferrario, Donny Fandango, and Jeremy Rutherford are back for a brand new episode of the Last Minute Blues Podcast following the news of Steve Ott's two-year extension to remain head coach of the St. Louis Blues' AHL affiliate, the Springfield Thunderbirds. The guys discuss what Ott's extension means for the organization's developmental symmetry, the recent two-way contract signings for Georgii Romanov, Zach Dean, and Dylan Peterson, and whether Dillon Dube is on his way to St. Louis. They also dive into the unexpectedly high-scoring Stanley Cup Final between the Vegas Golden Knights and Carolina Hurricanes, before looking around the NHL at Dylan Larkin's trade request out of Detroit and the mind-boggling rumors of Mike Babcock coaching the Edmonton Oilers. Plus, the guys answer listener emails to debate whether the St. Louis Blues should trade up to the second overall pick in the upcoming NHL Draft.See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

Join Bryan Hayes, Jeff O'Neill and Jamie McLennan for Hour 1 on OverDrive! The guys are on set at the RBC Canadian Open from TPC Toronto, PGA Tour Golfer Ashton McCulloch joins to discuss playing at the tournament and representing Canada, the Hurricanes tying the Stanley Cup Final against the Golden Knights, Carolina's goaltending choices, the NHL's viewpoint of Mike Babcock's future with the Oilers and Bruce Cassidy's perspective on the Maple Leafs' coaching position.

TSN Hockey Analyst Frank Corrado joins the guys to chat whether Mike Babcock is a good fit for the Edmonton Oilers, if the Leafs should consider Bruce Cassidy for their coaching vacancy, what he makes of the Stanley Cup Final thus far, Jordan Staal's case for the Conn Smythe trophy, Brett Howden's spectacular goal-scoring run these playoffs, and which players need to step it up for both Carolina and Vegas to wrap up the series.

Join Bryan Hayes, Jeff O'Neill and Jamie McLennan for Hour 2 on OverDrive! The guys are joined by TSN Golf Analyst and former PGA Tour Golfer Graham DeLaet to discuss the loaded field at the RBC Canadian Open, which Canadians he expects to make some noise, how Brooks Koepka's game translate to this course, and the future of LIV Golf. Next, TSN Hockey Analyst Frank Corrado joins the show to give his thoughts on the Mike Babcock to Edmonton storyline, if the Leafs should consider interviewing Bruce Cassidy, Jordan Staal's case for the Conn Smythe, and which players need to step up in the final stretch of the Cup Final. Bryan then shares his FanDuel Best Bets.

Nick Kypreos, Justin Bourne and Sam McKee start with the latest on the Oilers and their reported pursuit of Mike Babcock as head coach, with the NHLPA requesting that the league open its investigation into his Columbus tenure. Then, they look back on Carolina's Game 4 win over the Golden Knights to knot up the Stanley Cup Final, Brandon Bussi's performance in net, and whether Vegas should consider turning to Adin Hill over Carter Hart. Later, Sports 1440's Jason Gregor (31:45) stops by to discuss the Oilers' chaotic coaching search, why he's not sold on Babcock, and the likelihood that Darnell Nurse is moved in the offseason. 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.

Boomer, Pinder and Rhett are joined by TSN's Jamie McLennan for a loaded edition of The Insider Hotline as the Stanley Cup Final takes another dramatic turn. The guys start with Carolina's impressive Game 4 win over Vegas and Rod Brind'Amour's bold decision to start Brandon Bussi, a move that paid off as the Hurricanes evened the series and turned the Final into a best-of-three. Noodles shares his thoughts on the goalie switch, what has changed in the series, and why some of Vegas' biggest stars need to find another gear heading into the pivotal final stretch. The conversation then shifts to the increasingly chaotic Mike Babcock situation in Edmonton as reports continue to emerge surrounding the Oilers' interest in hiring him as their next head coach. Noodles weighs in on the controversy, the NHLPA's involvement, and whether Edmonton is making the right call. To wrap things up, the guys discuss the latest Dylan Larkin rumours after reports surfaced that the Red Wings captain requested a trade, what it means for Detroit moving forward, and whether this situation is as serious as it appears. Video Link: https://youtu.be/5vsumQ4SqUA?si=iwI3UVgf-XTUMHJw#nhl #nhlshorts #nhlplayoffs #nhlpredictions #nhlhockey #nhlpicks #stanleycup #stanleycupfinal #edmontonoilers #vegasgoldenknights CHECK OUT OUR STUFF ⬇️BARN BURNER MERCHhttps://nationgear.ca/collections/shirts/FlamesnationBARN BURNER SHORTS https://youtube.com/playlist?list=PLj_bcGtvvo-cW2DHEDZ6dEO5ePDmlhZc9&si=jo8iNGxT4ImhS2Y8

Boomer, Pinder and Rhett are joined by TSN's Jamie McLennan to react to the increasingly chaotic Mike Babcock situation in Edmonton. Just when it looked like the Oilers were moving closer to hiring Babcock as their next head coach, reports surfaced that the NHLPA is pushing for a full investigation into his past conduct before signing off on any return to the league. The guys discuss why this story continues to grow, what the latest reports could mean for Edmonton's coaching search, and whether the Oilers underestimated the backlash that would come with pursuing Babcock in the first place. Noodles weighs in on the controversy, the league's decision to investigate, and whether a coach with Babcock's history should be getting another opportunity behind an NHL bench. Is this a reasonable step by the NHLPA, or is Edmonton's pursuit of Babcock already dead in the water? Let us know what you think in the comments.Video Link: https://youtu.be/8Hlb4g-K4Xo#nhl #nhlshorts #nhlplayoffs #nhlpredictions #nhlhockey #nhlpicks #stanleycup #stanleycupfinal #edmontonoilers CHECK OUT OUR STUFF ⬇️BARN BURNER MERCHhttps://nationgear.ca/collections/shirts/FlamesnationBARN BURNER SHORTS https://youtube.com/playlist?list=PLj_bcGtvvo-cW2DHEDZ6dEO5ePDmlhZc9&si=jo8iNGxT4ImhS2Y8

ESPN's Greg Wyshynski joins the show to discuss Game 4 of the Stanley Cup Final, John Tortarella's legacy if Vegas wins the Cup, and the latest surrounding Mike Babcock to the Oilers. The Ringer's Anthony Dabbundo joins the show to preview the World Cup. Plus, Nick wraps up the show with his best bets for tonight.

ESPN's Greg Wyshynski joins the show to talk Stanley Cup Game 4, John Tortarella's legacy if Vegas wins the Cup, the latest surrounding Mike Babcock to Edmonton, and MUCH MORE.

Happy Tuesday! Man and Timmy are both here today. We open the show with Dom retiring today, but he's not really retiring. We dive into the latest on the Brendan Sorsby situation and how teams are discussing boycotting playing Texas Tech. We go Inside the Buckeyes and look at Buckeyes competing for a spot in the US Open. Jen Winters joins us for See You Next Tuesday, and Timmy cleaned out his garage. We do Rapid Fire with Rhymetime. Timmy has a problem with Wendy's, and Mike Babcock is trying to coach the Oilers. And we do Timmy Time.

I am loving the drama in Detroit, I talk about the mess and why Larkin might be valuing his talents a little more then he should, I also talk Stanley Cup and Mike Babcock. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Join Bryan Hayes, Jeff O'Neill and Jamie McLennan for Hour 1 on OverDrive! The guys are around the set at TPC Toronto at Osprey Valley at the RBC Canadian Open, PGA Tour Golfers Mackenzie Hughes joins to discuss playing at the tournament and Brooks Koepka on playing on the PGA Tour, his performance on the tour and the positive perspective on the course. They dive into Mike Babcock's potential future with the Oilers, the direction in Edmonton and Bruce Cassidy's next steps.

TSN Hockey Analyst Mike Johnson joins the show to discuss how Gavin McKenna's game will translate to the NHL, the importance of the NHL combine, the chatter surrounding the possibility of Mike Babcock coaching the Edmonton Oilers, who he thinks should take the net for Carolina ahead of Game 4, and Mitch Marner's dominant performance in this year's Stanley Cup Playoffs,

Join Bryan Hayes, Jeff O'Neill and Jamie McLennan for Hour 2 on OverDrive! TSN Hockey Analyst Mike Johnson joins to discuss the Golden Knights' lead against the Hurricanes in the Stanley Cup Final, Mike Babcock's future with the Oilers and the impact on Connor McDavid. They go around the sports world in the latest edition of Confirm or Deny and Bryan hands out his FanDuel Best Bets.