Podcast appearances and mentions of Nick Kypreos

Nick Kypreos, Justin Bourne and Sam McKee look back on Wednesday's NHL action, including the Calgary Flames' comeback, shootout win over the Edmonton Oilers to start the season. Then, host of Canucks Central Satiar Shah joins the show (13:32) ahead of Vancouver's season opener against the Flames, and he discusses the the team's outlook this season, whether Elias Pettersson can turn things around, Quinn Hughes' future in Vancouver, and what to expect from Adam Foote in his coaching debut. Later, Nick, Justin and Sam react to the Vegas Golden Knights' opening-night loss to the LA Kings, break down Jack Eichel's extension, and discuss the impact of Alex Pietrangelo's absence. Finally, they go through the busy, 14-game Thursday slate and share what makes each matchup interesting.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 Kypreos and Justin Bourne are joined by Maple Leafs' head coach Craig Berube (6:19) to chat about his assessment of the team's performance in a season-opening win against the Canadiens, if he'll consider line tinkering early in the year, Matias Maccelli's debut on the top line with Auston Matthews, Morgan Rielly's skating, and Easton Cowan potential. Then, Nick, Justin and producer Sam McKee look across the ice on the Montreal Canadiens' first game of the year and how aggressive the Leafs will be in the top-six forward market.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 Kypreos, Justin Bourne and Sam McKee kick off the first two-hour edition of Real Kyper and Bourne of the season recapping all the action from Opening Night in the NHL! They touch on the Blackhawks' promising start and the Kings' stumble out of the gates, before sharing their thoughts on Kyle Connor's eight-year, $96 million extension with the Winnipeg Jets. Sportsnet's David Amber (10:12) stops by ahead of tonight's Maple Leafs-Canadiens clash to discuss the Buds' outlook without Mitch Marner and the optimism surrounding the Habs. D.A. also shares a bold prediction about the Senators, how the Canucks can bounce back, and what to expect for Connor Bedard in his third season. Later, they listen to some audio from Connor McDavid's teammates after signing his two-year, $25 million extension in Edmonton and discuss its greater impact around the league.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.

Ahead of the Toronto Maple Leafs kicking off their 2025-26 season against the Montreal Canadiens, the Leafs Hour returns! Nick Kypreos, Justin Bourne and Sam McKee set the stage for the game, discuss Easton Cowan being a healthy scratch for the home opener, the new-look bottom six, and Matias Maccelli's outlook on the top line. Then, they take a wider view and share their expectations and biggest concerns for the Leafs' season. Later, they discuss the pressure on the team to win this season and what's at stake if the Leafs can't stay a Stanley-Cup competitor without Mitch Marner.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 Kypreos, Justin Bourne, and Sam McKee break down the latest NHL goalie moves — including the Ducks sending down Ville Husso and the Sabres waiving Alexandar Georgiev — before welcoming MSG analyst and Clear Sight Analytics CEO Steve Valiquette (5:45). Vally discusses what Cayden Primeau brings to the Maple Leafs, Toronto's search for a reliable backup, the pressure on Dustin Wolf after signing his new long-term deal with the Flames, the Canadiens' outlook with Sam Montembeault in net, and whether stars like Elias Pettersson, Auston Matthews, and Jeremy Swayman can rebound in the 2025-26 NHL season. Later, Nick, Justin and Sam get into the suspension fallout from the Lightning and Panthers' preseason battle, the Panthers' Cup rings, and Alex Pietrangelo being ruled out for the season.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 Kypreos, Justin Bourne and Sam McKee start the week reacting to the big news out of Edmonton that Connor McDavid has signed to a two-year, 12.5 AAV extension. They break down the team-friendly deal, the Oilers' next steps, and how McDavid's deal impacts other extension-eligible stars. Then they discuss the Leafs' weekend roster moves, waiving Michael Pezzetta and claiming Sammy Blais and Cayden Primeau. Later, NHL commissioner Gary Bettman joins the show (27:52) to discuss McDavid's contract, Sportico's recent franchise evaluations, the Penguins' potential ownership sale, the league's approach to further expansion, preseason feistiness, complaints about state taxes, 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.

Nick Kypreos, Justin Bourne and Sam McKee share some thoughts on the Leafs' penultimate preseason game, a 3-1 loss to the Detroit Red Wings, before bringing in Doug MacLean (5:30) for his Off-The-Rails Friday appearance! Mac shares his thoughts on the Leafs' lineup heading into the season, Kirill Kaprizov's mega-deal, the Oilers' outlook in the West, Jackson LaCombe's extension with the Ducks, and the NHL's increased-cap landscape. Then, Nick, Justin and Sam discuss the Leafs waiving David Kämpf, Scott Laughton's week-to-week injury and Easton Cowan's camp. Finally, they close out the week by answering your questions 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 Kypreos, Justin Bourne and Sam McKee react to more contract movement around the league, with Niko Mikkola signing an 8-year, $40M extension to stay in Florida, and the Ducks locking in young defenceman Jackson LaCombe to an 8-year deal carrying an AAV of $9M. MSG analyst and CEO of Clear Sight Analytics Steve Valiquette (4:41) weighs in on the deals, the immense pressure on today's goalies, Anthony Stolarz's team-friendly extension, the top five netminders over the last three years, and much more. Then, Vally introduces a new game for his weekly appearances: Grill the Panel! Later, Nick, Justin and Sam discuss the NHL franchise value rankings ahead of the start of the season. 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 Kypreos, Justin Bourne and Sam McKee react to the New Jersey Devils locking up Luke Hughes to a 7x9 extension. Then, fresh off signing Kirill Kaprizov to a record-setting deal, Minnesota Wild GM Bill Guerin joins the show (7:15) to discuss the NHL's rising-cap landscape, the plan to build around Kaprizov, the pressure on the star winger after becoming the NHL's highest-paid player, and how he's managing dual responsibilities with the Wild and Team USA. Later, Nick, Justin and Sam discuss the best-value contracts in the league, the Oilers trading for Connor Ingram, and the Canadiens' and Senators' scrappy preseason meeting. Finally, they play a quick game of 'True or False.'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 Kypreos, Justin Bourne and Sam McKee kick off the show reacting to Kirill Kaprizov's record-setting extension to stay in Minnesota, an 8-year, $17M AAV deal. Then, Daily Faceoff's Frank Seravalli (10:15) stops by to discuss how Kaprizov's contract impacts Connor McDavid and others' negotiations, Vegas as a potential landing spot for Carter Hart and how the Leafs' roster crunch might play out. Later, Jason York (32:19) of the Coming in Hot Sens podcast joins Nick and Justin to share his thoughts on Ottawa's outlook this season, concerns about Linus Ullmark, whether the club is ready to join the group of perennial playoff teams in the East, and Jake Sanderson's potential.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 Kypreos, Justin Bourne and Sam McKee share some thoughts on the Blue Jays clinching the AL East before getting into Anthony Stolarz's 4 x $3.75M extension with the Toronto Maple Leafs. Hockey Night in Canada's Elliotte Friedman (7:02) stops by to go behind the scenes of Stolarz's negotiations, the situation with Joseph Woll, Mason McTavish's 6 x $7M extension in Anaheim, how cap increases are impacting contract talks around the league, and the latest around Connor McDavid and Kirill Kaprizov. Later, Nick, Justin, and Sam discuss who the Panthers might target with cap freed up from Aleksander Barkov's injury, take a deeper dive into Stolarz's deal, and react to the Jets losing Dylan Samberg for 6-8 weeks due to a wrist injury.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 Kypreos, Justin Bourne and Sam McKee kick off with some thoughts on Aleksander Barkov's potentially season-ending injury before getting to Doug MacLean (2:48) for his first Off-The-Rails Friday appearance of the season! Mac shares his predictions for the Atlantic Division, how the Leafs will manage without Mitch Marner, and the outlook for Connor McDavid and Kirill Kaprizov's extensions. He also discusses the most improved teams from last year and what Jonathan Toews can bring to the Jets after missing the last two seasons. Later, Nick, Justin and Sam react to the Leafs signing James Reimer to a PTO and answer your questions 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 Kypreos and Justin Bourne welcome Oilers analyst Jason Gregor (5:09) to the show to discuss the angst in Edmonton as Connor McDavid remains without an extension. They get into McDavid's mindset, what moves the Oilers can make to entice him to stay, and how the team looks beyond the expiring superstar. Later, Nick and Justin regroup with Sam McKee to discuss whether the Leafs or Oilers would be interested in recently waived goalie Connor Ingram, Easton Cowan's chances of making the Leafs' lineup, and where David Kämpf and Calle Järnkrok fit within the Leafs' roster.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 Kypreos and Justin Bourne are joined by Toronto Maple Leafs General Manager Brad Treliving (4:48) to share some thoughts on the offseason and the team heading into the 2025-26 season. The GM discusses the slow summer across the NHL, the ongoing search for a top-six forward, Easton Cowan's encouraging camp, the options in net in Joseph Woll's absence, Anthony Stolarz's contract negotiations, competition in the bottom-six, and Morgan Rielly's shape entering the year. Later, Nick and Justin regroup with Sam McKee to talk Jonathan Toews' return to NHL ice with the Winnipeg Jets, the new playoff salary cap rules, and the Leafs' biggest need for this season.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 Kypreos, Justin Bourne and Sam McKee pick up on yesterday's conversation around offseason contract drama with a look at Quinn Hughes' situation with the Vancouver Canucks. Then, they discuss the Toronto Maple Leafs' netminding position with Anthony Stolarz eligible for an extension and Joseph Woll taking a personal leave, the pressure on Auston Matthews this year, and whether there's concern the Leafs miss the playoffs this season. Finally, they review the Leafs' camp roster, including the bubble players, where Easton Cowan fits in, the New York Rangers naming J.T. Miller captain, 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.

The boys are back for a fifth season! Nick Kypreos, Justin Bourne and Sam McKee catch up before kicking off the new year with the biggest storyline heading into the season: Connor McDavid's uncertain future with the Edmonton Oilers. They discuss what the superstar needs to see to stay, whether the goaltenders in Edmonton play a role in his decision, and whether the Oilers will consider a trade at any point this season. Then, they get into Kirill Kaprizov turning down an NHL-record contract, Anže Kopitar's final season, the chances McDavid is thinking Toronto in 26-27, and why a Sidney Crosby trade makes sense for both Crosby and the Pittsburgh Penguins.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.

Ben Ennis and Brent Gunning are joined by Nick Kypreos, co-host of Real Kyper & Bourne, to discuss the Leafs' new phase without Marner. They explore the team's future, the makeup of the third line, Morgan Rielly's potential improvement, and Chris Tanev's impact. The discussion also touches on Connor McDavid's buzz and whether the Leafs should consider it. Later, Adnan Virk (23:24) from MLB Network shares insights on the Eagles-Rams game and the Blue Jays' postseason strategy, including the choice between Berrois and Scherzer, Bo Bichette's importance, and the A.L. Central race.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.

In hour one, Mike & Jason look back at the previous day in sports, they discuss Tyler Myers' comments on the rumours of Quinn Hughes eventually leaving the Canucks to play with his brothers in New Jersey (3:00), plus they wonder if any more NHL moves may soon occur, as Sportsnet hockey analyst Nick Kypreos (26:44) joins the show to discuss his latest trade board. This podcast is produced by Andy Cole and Greg Balloch. 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.

Ailish Forfar and Justin Cuthbert kick off Hour 2 with Jon Morosi of MLB Network ahead of the 2025 MLB All-Star Game (1:05). They discuss last night's HR Derby and who to keep an eye out for to make a big impact at the ASG before looking towards the trade deadline. They get into the Jays; future outlook, which prospects they might move, the notable names to keep an eye on, the competition in the AL East, and much more. Then, to discuss his latest offseason trade board for Sportsnet.ca, Nick Kypreos joins the show (29:15). He shares whether Morgan Rielly could be moved, if there is a chance that Sidney Crosby does not stay in Pittsburgh, what to make of the Sabres and Bowen Byram agreeing to a 2-year extension, the pressure facing the L.A. Kings to win now, the Leafs' trade chips, 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.

Ben Ennis and Brent Gunning hit the airwaves live from the NHL Alumni Association Classic at Coppinwood Golf Club alongside Executive Director and President, Glenn Healy. He offers his thoughts on today's tournament, swaps some stories from his time in the NHL, and discusses the impact of state tax on player movement around the league. Nick Kypreos (29:10), host of Real Kyper and Bourne, joins the guys to chat about his experience on the course so far. Former NHLer Adam Graves joins the conversation to share some memories from their 1994 Stanley Cup victory with the New York Rangers 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.

On the season finale of Real Kyper and Bourne, Nick Kypreos and Justin Bourne welcome in former NHL executive, GM and head coach Doug MacLean for a final Off-the-Rails Friday (6:30). Mac weighs in on the Leafs bringing a horse into rookie development camp, the teams that have improved the most so far this offseason, Kirill Kaprizov's future in Minnesota, issues with the new CBA, Brock Boeser's bizarre deal to stay with the Canucks, and he grades the Leafs' offseason so far. Later, Nick, Justin and Sam McKee head into the summer break with a trip to the text line to answer your questions!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 Kypreos and Justin Bourne chat to Ken Holland about his transition from Edmonton to Los Angeles and the Kings' summer additions (so far).

Nick Kypreos, Justin Bourne and Sam McKee start with their reaction to Nikolaj Ehlers signing with the Carolina Hurricanes before welcoming in LA Kings GM Ken Holland to the show (5:13). He discusses his transition from Edmonton to Hollywood, the Kings' moves so far this offseason, the significance of Quinton Byfield's development, and how the team gets over the 'Oilers hurdle' next season. Later, Nick, Justin and Sam share their thoughts on the Sharks picking up Dmitry Orlov and the Blues' bargain deal for Pius Suter. Finally, they react to Sportsnet's Top 25 NHL players list and play a game of 'True or False.'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 Kypreos and Justin Bourne are joined by Vancouver Canucks on Sportsnet host Dan Murphy (4:20) to chat about the magnitude of Brock Boeser unexpectedly re-signing with the organization, the state of their centremen depth, how comfortable and confident Canucks' front office are with Thatcher Demko after signing an extension, Adam Foote leading the charge as head coach, why their playoff hopes will depend on how Elias Pettersson performs, and whether general manager Patrik Allvin will continue to add to the roster. Then, Oilers analyst Jason Gregor (26:10) stops by to discuss the Edmonton Oilers' offseason building process, their plans in net, Evan Bouchard's extension, the impact of losing Corey Perry in the locker room, and Connor McDavid's next contract.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 Kypreos, Justin Bourne and Sam McKee start with their thoughts on Mitch Marner's introductory press conference with the Vegas Golden Knights. Then, they discuss Brendan Shanahan's role in Marner's unceremonious exit, listen to Vegas GM Kelly McCrimmon's comments on the team's process, and share their thoughts on the Leafs' moves on July 1. Later, Leafs GM Brad Treliving joins the show (27:40) to share reflections from the NHL's opening day of free agency, his process in the search for a top-six forward, if there are any regrets from Marner negotiations and what the team is getting in Nicolas Roy, Matias Maccelli and Michael Pezzetta.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.

The markets are open! Nick Kypreos, Justin Bourne and Sam McKee react to the latest moves around the NHL before diving deep into Mitch Marner's official departure from the Toronto Maple Leafs as they send him to Vegas for Nicolas Roy. They discuss how Marner will be remembered in Toronto, what Roy brings, and how the Leafs' negotiations with Mitch fell apart. Then, they get into Brock Boeser's surprising 7-year deal with the Canucks, Matias Maccelli's outlook in 2025, what the Leafs are getting in Michael Pezzetta, Steven Lorentz leaving money on the table, the decision to not qualify Pontus Holmberg 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.

Nick Kypreos, Justin Bourne and Sam McKee continue their coverage of the opening day of NHL free agency by reviewing the top names that have signed so far. They discuss Corey Perry's fit with the Kings, Brock Boeser sticking around in Vancouver, Evan Bouchard's mega-extension in Edmonton, how the Oilers can entice Connor McDavid to stay, Thatcher Demko's deal with the Canucks and the Panthers' UFA's paycuts. Later, Hockey Night in Canada's Elliotte Friedman (30:00) stops by the studio to review the day's action, the sense around the league on 'tampering,' Bowen Byram's market, the rumours around Sidney Crosby, Mitch Marner's fit in Vegas and where Nikolaj Ehlers might land.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 Kypreos, Justin Bourne and Sam McKee start the busy Monday show with a reaction to reports around the Vegas Golden Knights tampering for Mitch Marner. They discuss the rumoured Marner-Nicolas Roy trade, how the 'tampering' allegations impact negotiation leverage, and what measures the NHL might take if the Leafs file an official complaint. Then, they break down Matthew Knies' team-friendly extension, what the newly acquired Matias Maccelli brings to Toronto, potential cap casualties in Toronto, and how Aaron Ekblad's extension in Florida impacts Brad Marchand's chances to stick around with the Cats. Finally, Nick, Justin and Sam look at extension talks around the league ahead of July 1, including the Canucks' progress on Thatcher Demko, Claude Giroux's extension in the nation's capital, Nikolaj Ehlers landing spots 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.

Nick Kypreos, Justin Bourne and Sam McKee kick off with their reaction to the Leafs locking up John Tavares to a 4x4.38 extension before welcoming in Doug MacLean (7:28) for his Off-the-Rails Friday appearance! Mac weighs in on Tavares's extension, the Canadiens' trade for Noah Dobson, the vibes around the decentralised draft, the new CBA's proposed extended regular season, Trent Frederic's 8-year deal in Edmonton and much more. Later, Nick, Justin, and Sam dive deeper into the Dobson trade and how it sets the market for tradeable defensemen for the Leafs, and other players that Brad Treliving is kicking tires on.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.

Hour 2 of the Big Show with George Rusic & Matt Rose is on Demand! Nick Kypreos joins the show with his thoughts on the Direction of the Buffalo Sabres and Vancouver Canucks after some puzzling trades. Kypreos also shares his top trade targets that teams are looking for when it comes to Calgary Flames names include Nazem Kadri, Rasmus Andersson and more!(34:18) Later George and Matty talk about some breaking news, CBA closing in for the NHL. World Cup of Hockey returns for 2028!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. 

Ben & Brent discuss the Blue Jays and Max Scherzer's return, with insights from Sportsnet's Shi Davidi, who was at the game. They cover Scherzer's performance, expectations for his postseason contributions, and the impact on the pitching lineup. The duo then shifts to the Leafs ahead of the NHL draft and free agency, joined by Nick Kypreos (24:18) to tackle how the team can replace Marner and Tavares, and their playoff prospects.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.

Ben and Brent follow up on their conversation last hour with Nick Kypreos by continuing to discuss some news and notes from around the National Hockey League. They discuss two trades from the hockey world yesterday with Evander Kane heading to Vancouver and the start of a potential Sabres fire sale. B&B also get into reports on a new CBA shaping up earlier than expected between the NHL and NHLPA which could include more regular season games. To close out the show, the duo check in with MLB Network's Adnan Virk (26:55) to take a quick look around the majors. They chat about Max Scherzer's Blue Jays return, along with the state of the American League East and where Toronto's divisional rivals currently stand.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.

In hour two, Mike & Jason discuss the latest trade rumours with Sportsnet NHL insider Nick Kypreos (1:30), plus they look ahead to Friday's NHL Entry Draft with Sportsnet's David Amber (24:13). This podcast is produced by Andy Cole and Greg Balloch. 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.

Nick Kypreos, Justin Bourne and Sam McKee kick off the show by reacting to the Edmonton Oilers trading Evander Kane to the Vancouver Canucks. Then, former NHL scout Jason Bukala (6:41) stops by to share his thoughts on the Kane trade, the Canucks' next priority, the Islanders' decision on Noah Dobson, the Ducks' paltry return for Trevor Zegras and headlines to look out for on draft day. Finally, Nick, Justin and Sam discuss what lies ahead for Connor McDavid before going to McKee's Midweek Mailbag to answer your questions!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 Kypreos, Justin Bourne and Sam McKee share some thoughts on the Panthers' cup parade before getting into Kyp's recently published trade board heading into the NHL draft. They delve into how the Leafs need to get creative with a Mitch Marner deal, Brad Marchand's reported 4-year, $9 million contract in Toronto, Jason Robertson landing spots, and the Canucks' looming decision on Elias Pettersson. Later, they predict how July 1st will go for Connor McDavid and the Oilers, why the Islanders should try to hang on to Noah Dobson and the Leafs' options for Morgan Rielly. Finally, they react to the 2025 Hockey Hall of Fame class, headlined by Alexander Mogilny FINALLY getting the call.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 Kypreos, Gord Stellick and Sam McKee kick off the Friday edition with a look at the Panthers' Cup parade and Sam Bennett's declaration that he's staying in Florida. Former NHL GM, coach and executive Doug MacLean (5:52) shares his thoughts on the Panthers' Stanley Cup run, Connor McDavid's comments on his future, why the Leafs will regret Mitch Marner's departure, Jonathan Toews landing with the Winnipeg Jets and much more. Later, Nick, Gord and Sam discuss the latest around the NHL heading into free agency, including the Leafs' interest in Brad Marchand, Aaron Ekblad's value on the open market and John Tavares' options outside of Toronto.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.

According to a new report from Nick Kypreos, Matthew Knies has a large ask for his next contract with the team, and the Leafs aren't willing to go their with the deal.Subscribe to The Jesse Blake Sports Report YouTube Channel: https://www.youtube.com/@JesseBlakeTV?sub_confirmation=1Follow Jesse on Twitter at @JesseBlakeFollow Jesse on Instagram @Jesse.BlakeVisit https://sdpn.ca for more.Join us on Discord: https://discord.com/invite/MtTmw9rrz7For general inquiries email: info@sdpn.caReach out to https://www.sdpn.ca/sales to connect with our sales team and discuss the opportunity to integrate your brand within our content!Join SDP VIP:YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UC0a0z05HiddEn7k6OGnDprg/joinApple Podcasts: https://apple.co/thestevedanglepodcastSpotify: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/sdpvip/subscribeAdvertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brandsPrivacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy

Hour 2 of the Big Show with George Rusic & Matt Rose is on Demand! George and Matt start the hour by diving deep into the biggest offseason questions for the Calgary Flames. Should Rasmus Andersson be traded soon, at the draft, or should he sign an extension? Plus an early look at the forward lines. (20:47) To wrap up the hour, Nick Kypreos joins the show with his thoughts on the Florida Panthers repeating as Stanley Cup Champions and a look into the offseason's biggest questions. 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. 

Nick Kypreos, Justin Bourne and Sam McKee discuss the Florida Panthers' Game 6 victory over the Edmonton Oilers to claim the Stanley Cup for a second straight season. They get into the Panthers' dynastic performance, McDavid and Draisaitl's flat finish to the series, the Oilers' depth's fall-off, the impact of Zach Hyman's absence, Stuart Skinner's rough game, what an Evan Bouchard extension would cost and Sam Reinhart's 4-goal effort. Later, they discuss Sam Bennett's future after winning the Conn Smyth and Florida's plan for their other expiring UFAs in Aaron Ekblad and Brad Marchand.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 Kypreos, Justin Bourne and Sam McKee look ahead to Game 6 of the Stanley Cup Final between the Edmonton Oilers and the Florida Panthers in Sunrise. They get into the Oilers' decision to start Stuart Skinner before Hockey Night in Canada's David Amber joins the show (4:17) to discuss the Panthers' unsung offensive efficiency, what another Final loss would mean for Connor McDavid's legacy, the Oilers needing more from their depth and what lies ahead for looming UFAs Sam Bennett, Aaron Ekblad and Brad Marchand. Later, Nick, Justin and Sam react to Tage Thompson calling out his Sabres teammates and they make their picks for Game 6.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 Kypreos, Justin Bourne and Sam McKee reflect on the Edmonton Oilers' loss to the Florida Panthers over the weekend to fall behind 3-2 in the Stanley Cup Final. Hockey Night in Canada's Craig Simpson joins the show (8:10) to share his thoughts on Game 5 and the series as a whole - the Oilers' lack of urgency, Mattias Ekholm's lapses, Brad Marchand's tremendous series, why Sam Bennett is most productive in the playoffs and why Stuart Skinner should get the Oilers' net in Game 6. Later, Nick, Justin and Sam react to the initial six names announced for each Olympic hockey team, Connor Hellebuyck being left off Team USA's list and murmurs about John Tavares' next contract.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 Kypreos and Justin Bourne look ahead to tonight's Game 4 of the Stanley Cup Final and discuss the Edmonton Oilers' decision to stick with Stuart Skinner in net. Then, Stanley Cup champion and TNT analyst Eddie Olczyk (6:07) shares his takeaways from the Panthers' Game 3 blowout, Florida's versatility, what other GMs can learn from the Cats' blueprint, Sam Bennett's impact, and the Oilers needing their depth to step up. Later, Nick and Justin discuss the Rangers trading Chris Kreider to the Ducks, Brad Marchand's potential fit in Toronto, Anže Kopitar winning the Lady Byng trophy and Cale Makar winning the Norris trophy.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 Kypreos, Justin Bourne and Sam McKee start with a look back on the Panthers' 6-1 win over the Oilers in Game 3 of the Stanley Cup Final before welcoming in MSG analyst and CEO of Clear Sight Analytics Steve Valiquette (8:13). Vally breaks down the Cup Final goalie battle by the numbers, why the Oilers should turn to Calvin Pickard in Game 4, Sergei Bobrovsky's elite speed in the crease and much more! Later, Nick, Justin, and Sam discuss the Oilers' response to Florida's physicality, what adjustments they need to make for Game 4, and the rapid rise of Brad Marchand's free-agent stock.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 Kypreos, Justin Bourne and Sam McKee start the week with a look back on Game 2 of the Stanley Cup Final where the Florida Panthers evened up their series against the Edmonton Oilers in double overtime. They marvel over Connor McDavid's highlight-reel assist before welcoming in Hall of Famer Chris Pronger (7:15), who weighs in on McDavid's standing among the all-time greats, the Oilers needing more from their depth, Sam Bennett's antics in the crease, Stuart Skinner's play, and more. Later, Nick, Justin and Sam discuss Senators owner Michael Andlauer not committing to spending to the cap and Capitals coach Spencer Carbery winning the Jack Adams Award.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 Kypreos, Justin Bourne and Sam McKee start with reaction to Peter DeBoer's dismissal in Dallas before welcoming in former NHL president, GM and head coach Doug MacLean (5:14) for his Off-the-Rails Friday appearance! Mac gets into the DeBoer news, the Stars' next steps behind the bench and the Penguins' decision to hire first-time head coach Dan Muse. Then, they dive into Cup Final storylines, Panthers concerns after Game 1, Stuart Skinner's resilient play, Sam Bennett's NHL evolution and much more. Finally, Nick and Justin regroup with Sam to discuss the Leafs hiring Derek Lalonde as an assistant head coach and take your calls and questions on The Canada 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.

The Stanley Cup Finals have finally arrived! Nick Kypreos, Justin Bourne and Sam McKee look at the Game-1 injuries before welcoming in Oilers analyst Jason Gregor (5:36). He looks at the build-up to Game 1, Edmonton's path back to the Final, the pressure on Connor McDavid, who needs to step up in Zach Hyman's absence and much more. Later, Nick and Justin regroup with Sam to look at each team's keys to winning the Stanley Cup, the Colorado Avalanche extending Brock Nelson and what a John Tavares extension in Toronto could look like.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.

The wait for Game 1 of the Stanley Cup Finals continues as Nick Kypreos, Justin Bourne and Sam McKee start with a reflection of Connor McDavid's tenure and future in Edmonton. MSG Analyst and CEO of Clear Sight Analytics Steve Valiquette (6:55) digs in on the legacy stakes for McDavid, how the Panthers stop Edmonton's offence off the rush, how the Oilers slow down the Cats' forecheck, where Sergei Bobrovsky is susceptible and why Stuart Skinner matches up well against Florida's style. Then, Vally weighs in on the Pete DeBoer/Jake Oettinger drama and why the relationship may be permanently fractured. Finally, Nick, Justin and Sam review each name on Nick's newly published trade board and where they might land.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 Kypreos, Justin Bourne and Sam McKee start the show with a chat about the timing of the Stanley Cup Final and whether the delayed start is hurting the hype. They are joined by Hockey Night in Canada and 32 Thoughts' Elliotte Friedman (8:08), who shares a peak into the offseason with potential trades ahead of July 1, the Canucks' plans for Elias Pettersson and Quinn Hughes, how the Leafs change their 'DNA,' Sam Bennett's reasons to stay in Florida, Mitch Marner landing spots, Lou Lamoriello's role with the Islanders and much more. Later, Nick, Justin and Sam look at names potentially on the move, including the Wild's Marco Rossi, Vegas' Nic Hague, and whether Morgan Rielly would lift his no-move clause.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 Kypreos, Justin Bourne and Sam McKee look back on the Oilers' 6-3 win over the Stars to clinch a spot in the Stanley Cup Final, and they discuss Pete DeBoer's decision to pull Jake Oettinger after 2 shots and 2 goals. Former NHL president, GM and head coach Doug MacLean (6:30) joins the show for his Off-the-Rails Friday appearance to discuss DeBoer's decision and post-game comments on his goalie, Connor McDavid reaching new levels of excellence, Aleksander Barkov's defensive dominance and the Islanders' outlook under new GM Mathieu Darche. Later, Nick and Justin regroup with Sam to discuss McDavid touching the Campbell Cup and to answer your calls and questions on the new Canada 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 Kypreos and Justin Bourne are joined by Ed Jovanovski (3:50), former NHL defenceman and Panthers TV analyst to chat about Florida's return to the Stanley Cup Final after taking down the Carolina Hurricanes, Sam Bennett and Seth Jones' impact on the roster, the differences between the 2024 winning team, and what went wrong for the Canes. Then, Nick, Justin and Sam McKee touch on Paul Maurice's disagreement with Rod Brind'Amour after the game. Afterwards, Hockey Night in Canada's Craig Simpson (29:52) weighs in on the Edmonton Oilers' ability to outscore the Dallas Stars, Mattias Ekholm's playoff debut, the Stars' roster flaws and their chances to come back in the series.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.