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Open talk time to discuss whether the Edmonton Oilers are more likely to win the NHL's Pacific Division or the Edmonton Elks to win the West Division in the CFL. 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

Best Friend of the Pod Alison Lukan joins us in studio!Alison returns to the Sound Of Hockey Podcast to break down a busy Seattle Kraken offseason, explain why there are reasons for optimism heading into the new season, and discuss what she learned during her first year as a full-time Kraken TV color analyst.We also discuss:

Jesse Montano and Meghan Angley keep it rollin' during the NHL off season as they start to dig in on Division Previews, moving out West with the Pacific Division   Did you know you could refinance your auto loan?   With RefiJet, you could save around $150 a month—all with just a soft credit pull and zero hassle. Lower payments, flexible terms, even cash back from your car's equity. RefiJet does the work, you get the savings. Start today at RefiJet.com! The Faster, Easier way to Refinance   #ColoradoAvalanche #GoAvsGo #AvsNation #NathanMacKinnon #CaleMakar #GuerillaSports #Hockey #AvalancheHockey #MileHighHockey #AvsFans #Avalanche2025 #Mikko Rantanen #AvsGameDay #NHLHighlights #DenverSports #AvalancheForever #MakarMagic #HockeyInColorado #StanleyCup #NHL #VegasGoldenKnights #VGK Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Anthony Autry started using at ten, picked up meth at thirty, and was on LAPD's Pacific Division most-wanted list six months later. He spent more than ten years in custody. Today he trains at Jocko Willink's gym, coaches active-duty law enforcement — including a sheriff from the jail that once held him — and is about to become a father for the first time at forty-three. In this episode: · The high-speed pursuit that ended his using — and getting pulled out from under a house with a Bentley key in his pocket · Why he calls getting caught the best thing that ever happened to him · Breaking down in a jail church service, and the two churches he passed on the bus to court · The judge who offered him a program instead of prison, and what he promised in return · Thirty days from graduating, fast-tracking to house manager — then a U.S. marshal walked into the kitchen with a federal warrant · His brother Angelo's murder, and the rage that came over him at count the hour it was happening · What Andrew Huberman told him that led to his first child · Running his own BMR math from a federal cell to get under 10% body fat · Reading Jocko's books from a podium to a unit full of guys — and Jocko later telling him to write his own · Why the deputies who used to have him in custody now pay him to coach them Guest: Anthony Autry, founder of Unchained Fit — a men's coaching program built on nutrition, training, discipline, habit and routine. Formerly incarcerated for over ten years, an RDAP mentor in federal prison, now partnered with Jocko Fuel, competing in jiu jitsu, and pursuing expungement with seventeen character letters from special-operations veterans behind him. Instagram: @unchained_fit Host: Tyler Ramsey. Punk Rock Sober / Painful Lessons. Nothing in this episode is medical advice. HCG is a prescription medication — talk to your own doctor. If you or someone you love is struggling: 988 (Suicide & Crisis Lifeline, US) · SAMHSA National Helpline 1-800-662-4357 (free, confidential, 24/7). 0:00 On LAPD's Most Wanted List in Six Months 1:04 “Seven Years and Change” 1:32 Ten Years Old to Thirty: How It Escalated 2:20 October 5th, 2018: The High-Speed Pursuit 3:11 Under the House With a Bentley Key 4:21 Over Ten Years, Mostly for Petty Crime 4:52 The Jail Church Service Where He Broke 5:30 “I Actually Surrendered” 6:28 The Bus to Court, and Two Churches 7:07 The Black Crow 8:18 The Judge Who Offered a Program 9:38 Thirty Days From Graduating 10:29 “I'm a US Marshal. I Have a Federal Warrant.” 11:05 Two Ounces and a Federal Mandatory Minimum 12:25 AB 109: Why He Did Prison Time in County 13:44 County vs. Prison: What Actually Differs 14:38 How the Politics Really Work 16:24 Wes Watson, Up Close 19:10 Negotiating With Your Non-Negotiables 20:17 “Ego Is a Killer” 20:30 The Day His Brother Was Murdered 24:26 April 12th, 2014, in LA County Jail 26:10 The Rage He Felt Before Anyone Told Him 27:12 The Last Time He Saw His Brother 28:34 One on the Way 29:02 The Andrew Huberman Conversation 31:53 The Wife Who Said “Okay” 32:54 Married Mid-Skydive 34:03 Jiu Jitsu at Forty-Three 34:56 Jocko, Discipline, and Using the Time 35:34 Tracking Macros From a Federal Cell 36:31 What Macros Actually Are 37:20 3:30 A.M., the Bible, and the Journal 38:22 The Books That Pulled Him Out 39:27 Epictetus and the Serenity Prayer 42:19 Unchained Fit 43:06 Coaching the Deputies Who Booked Him 43:55 “There's No Glory in a Man That Never Fell” 44:26 Seventeen Character Letters and an Expungement 45:42 Psychedelics, Faith, and Two Roads Out 48:04 Where the 12 Steps Fit 49:29 “I'm Done Sitting in Confined Spaces” 50:19 The Cake at Coronado Beach 52:57 Banned From Going Live for a Year 59:11 Commissary Economics and the Protein Trade 1:01:41 Gratitude as a Superpower 1:02:53 “Sometimes I Think People Just Need to Go to Prison” 1:04:04 How Jocko Told Him to Write the Book 1:05:42 The Goal: Get Into the Juvenile Halls #PunkRockSober #PainfulLessons #AnthonyAutry #UnchainedFit #Recovery #Sobriety #Discipline #JockoWillink #SecondChances #MensMentalHealth

Spring Cleaning – Vegas Golden KnightsThe Vegas Golden Knights captured the Pacific Division title and returned to the Stanley Cup Final, but the biggest story of their offseason wasn't their playoff run—it was the stunning decision to part ways with head coach John Tortorella just 48 hours after losing to the Carolina Hurricanes. Neil Smith and Vic Morren break down one of the NHL's most fascinating organizations, examining Vegas' win-now philosophy, looming salary-cap challenges, lack of draft capital, and what comes next for Kelly McCrimmon and George McPhee.IN THIS EPISODE:[00:00:00] The Golden Knights finish first in the Pacific Division with 95 points before defeating Utah and Anaheim, sweeping Colorado, and advancing to the Stanley Cup Final, where they fall to the Carolina Hurricanes in six games. Just two days later, Vegas shocks the hockey world by moving on from head coach John Tortorella.[00:00:35] Neil reacts to the surprising coaching change. Although the organization publicly praises Tortorella's work, the announcement does not suggest the separation was mutual, leaving many questions about what happened behind the scenes.[00:01:00] Unlike most Spring Cleaning episodes, Neil and Vic shift away from evaluating expectations and immediately focus on the uncertainty surrounding the franchise because the coaching situation overshadows everything else.[00:01:30] Vegas underachieves during the regular season despite boasting a star-studded lineup featuring Jack Eichel, Mitch Marner, Pavel Dorofeyev, and captain Mark Stone. Bruce Cassidy is replaced late in the year before Tortorella guides the team to a 7-0-1 finish and a deep playoff run.[00:02:15] While the Golden Knights fail to reach the 100-point mark many expected, their run to the Stanley Cup Final ultimately fulfills the organization's championship expectations.[00:02:45] The discussion turns to Kelly McCrimmon and George McPhee. Rather than analyzing player statistics, Neil focuses on the difficult roster decisions awaiting one of the NHL's most aggressive front offices.[00:03:15] Vegas has mortgaged much of its future in pursuit of championships. The organization owns no first-round selections until 2028 and only 14 total draft picks over the next three drafts.[00:03:45] The Golden Knights are projected to become the NHL's oldest team when free agency begins, carrying an average roster age of 31.2 years.[00:04:10] Vegas enters the 2026 NHL Draft with only four selections and no first-round pick after acquiring Noah Hanifin. The club also forfeits its second-round selection following an organizational media violation during the playoffs and no longer owns its fourth-round pick after acquiring Anthony Mantha.[00:04:50] Salary-cap flexibility is limited, with approximately $4.6 million in projected space. However, the Golden Knights could gain nearly $9 million more if Alex Pietrangelo remains on long-term injured reserve.[00:05:20] Neil explains the long-term risk of Vegas' aggressive "win-now" strategy. Every contender eventually pays the price for trading away future assets, just as the Rangers did several years after winning the Stanley Cup in 1994.[00:05:50] Even with Jack Eichel, Mitch Marner, and young sniper Pavel Dorofeyev leading the offense, Neil stresses that three elite players alone cannot sustain a championship-caliber roster without continually replenishing talent.[00:06:20] Vegas' unrestricted free agents include Riley Smith, Cole Smith, Colton Sissons, Brandon Saad, Rasmus Andersson, Ben Hutton, Jeremy Lauzon, and Dylan Coghlan. Neil believes Andersson deserves another opportunity after an underwhelming but steady postseason.[00:07:10] Riley Smith and Jeremy Lauzon are also viewed as valuable pieces worth retaining if possible, while Vegas continues evaluating its veteran depth.[00:07:35] Restricted free agent Pavel Dorofeyev becomes the organization's top priority. Reports suggest he could receive a significant offer sheet, potentially forcing Vegas into one of the offseason's biggest contract negotiations.[00:08:10] Neil does not believe the Golden Knights will allow another team to steal Dorofeyev. Based on Vegas' history, he expects McCrimmon to match almost any offer necessary to keep one of the organization's young offensive stars.[00:08:45] Vic raises the possibility of accepting four first-round picks if Dorofeyev receives an offer sheet exceeding the highest compensation threshold. Neil rejects the idea, believing Vegas will continue operating aggressively rather than beginning a rebuild.[00:09:30] With the salary cap increasing significantly over the next two seasons, Neil expects Vegas to navigate the current financial squeeze before continuing its familiar strategy of chasing championships every year.[00:10:00] The search for a new head coach becomes the organization's biggest immediate priority. Henderson AHL coach Ryan Craig has been mentioned, but Neil questions whether Vegas would suddenly change philosophies after consistently hiring experienced NHL coaches.[00:10:40] Neil believes Kelly McCrimmon and George McPhee will once again pursue a proven veteran capable of managing expectations, pushing an experienced roster, and keeping the Golden Knights among the NHL's elite. Winning immediately—not developing for the future—remains the Vegas Golden Knights' identity.

Spring Cleaning – Vancouver CanucksThe Vancouver Canucks suffered one of the NHL's sharpest declines, becoming the first team eliminated from playoff contention on March 22. Just two years removed from winning the Pacific Division and pushing Edmonton to seven games in the second round, Vancouver has been torn apart by internal conflict, major trades, coaching uncertainty, and poor performance at home. Neil Smith and Vic Morren examine how the Canucks fell so quickly and why their large collection of draft picks may not produce immediate results.IN THIS EPISODE:[00:00:00] The Canucks become the first NHL team eliminated from playoff contention on March 22. Neil and Vic begin by reviewing the expectations entering the season, the reality of Vancouver's collapse, and the enormous amount of work ahead.[00:00:25] Expectations were already low after Vancouver missed the playoffs in four of the previous five seasons. The lone exception came in 2024, when the Canucks won the Pacific Division and reached the second round.[00:00:50] That successful run created optimism that Vancouver had filled several important roster gaps. However, the organization quickly unraveled during the following seasons.[00:01:05] The highly publicized conflict between J.T. Miller and Elias Pettersson became one of the franchise's biggest problems. Miller was eventually traded in a deal involving Filip Chytil, but the move failed to stabilize the team.[00:01:30] Vancouver also faced uncertainty surrounding Brock Boeser's contract, Thatcher Demko's health, and Rick Tocchet's future behind the bench.[00:01:50] Tocchet ultimately chose to leave Vancouver despite previously winning the Jack Adams Award with the Canucks. He returned to Philadelphia, where he had been a popular player, raising additional questions about what he saw inside the Vancouver organization.[00:02:15] Boeser publicly indicated he would not re-sign with the Canucks, entered free agency, and then surprisingly returned to Vancouver on a new contract.[00:02:35] Kiefer Sherwood emerged as one of Vancouver's better players before being traded to the San Jose Sharks, removing another productive piece from the lineup.[00:02:55] The Canucks then made their biggest move by trading Norris Trophy-winning defenseman Quinn Hughes to the Minnesota Wild amid concerns that he would not sign another contract in Vancouver.[00:03:20] Neil acknowledges that Vancouver received a respectable return in the Hughes trade, but emphasizes that no package can fully replace a player of his caliber.[00:03:40] Conor Garland, whose energy and competitiveness represented much of Vancouver's identity, was traded to Columbus and went on to play well for Rick Bowness and the Blue Jackets.[00:04:00] Veteran defenseman Tyler Myers was also moved to the Dallas Stars, leaving Vancouver without several recognizable pieces from its recent playoff team.[00:04:20] The Canucks' disastrous home record further illustrates how far the franchise has fallen. A team that appeared to be building momentum two seasons earlier becomes one of the league's biggest disappointments.[00:04:45] Vancouver's notable unrestricted free agents include Evander Kane, Teddy Blueger, and Derek Forbort, creating additional decisions for an already depleted roster.[00:05:05] The Canucks do possess a strong collection of draft capital, entering the 2026 NHL Draft with 10 selections.[00:05:25] Vancouver owns two first-round picks, including its original selection and another acquired through the Quinn Hughes trade.[00:05:45] The organization also holds two second-round picks and three sixth-round selections, giving management several opportunities to add young talent.[00:06:05] Neil believes the draft picks provide a possible foundation for improvement three years from now, but they do very little to solve Vancouver's immediate problems next season.[00:06:30] He explains that modern NHL team-building requires much more than simply accumulating picks and waiting for prospects to develop.[00:06:50] Successful organizations must balance drafting with trades, free-agent signings, player development, and creating an environment where established players want to join and remain with the team.[00:07:15] Neil compares the current NHL with his experience in Detroit during the 1980s, when teams could focus more heavily on collecting draft selections and patiently developing players.[00:07:40] Today's general managers must use draft picks as both future players and trade assets while simultaneously finding experienced talent to support the roster.[00:08:00] The episode concludes with a blunt assessment of Vancouver's direction. The Canucks have draft picks, but Neil does not believe the organization is currently drafting, trading, developing, or attracting players well enough to execute a successful rebuild.

It's another solo edition of Oilersnation Everyday as Tyler Yaremchuk holds down the fort while Liam Horrobin continues enjoying his honeymoon!Tyler kicks things off with one of the biggest stories of the NHL offseason, as Macklin Celebrini has signed a blockbuster five-year contract worth $18.8 million per season, making him the highest-paid player in the National Hockey League when it kicks in next season. Tyler will break down what the deal means for the San Jose Sharks, how it impacts the balance of power in the Pacific Division, and whether this contract has officially reset the market for the NHL's next generation of superstars. With Connor McDavid's next contract always looming, could Celebrini's extension have a ripple effect across the league?Later in the show, former Oiler and longtime San Jose Shark Jason Demers joins Tyler to share his thoughts on Celebrini's historic extension, the direction the Sharks are heading, and how Darnell Nurse fits into San Jose after arriving earlier this offseason. They'll also dive into the Oilers' busy summer, discussing Stan Bowman's biggest moves and whether Edmonton has done enough to put itself back in the Stanley Cup conversation.After that, Tyler asks The First Question: Which NHL fanbase should feel the most nervous heading into next season? Whether it's a contender under pressure, a rebuilding club facing high expectations, or a team stuck somewhere in the middle, Tyler will lean on the Nation Citizens in the live chat to help fuel the debate.To wrap things up, Tyler hands out his favourite daily betting plays courtesy of bet365.

Dustin Nielson and Benny bring you a loaded Monday edition of The Oil Stream! The fellas make some massive programming announcements for the upcoming hockey season before diving into an elite Western Conference debate!   On Today's Show: BIG EST PROGRAMMING ANNOUNCEMENTS: The Oil Stream and our Oilers game day coverage are changing next season! Dusty lays out the upcoming changes to the show, along with the brand-new pre/postgame show lineup... Tune in to find out what we're doing! NHL Power Rankings — Best of the West: Dusty and Benny put their analyst hats on to power rank the Western Conference. From the powerhouse Colorado Avalanche and Dallas Stars to the heavyweights in the Pacific Division, which team holds the title of "Best in the West" entering the 2026-27 campaign? Where do the Oilers fit into the mix? The fellas debate the entire Western board!   The Oil Stream is presented by Boston Pizza!

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Hallo Hockeyfreunde, heute machen wir Werbung für den Eishockeysport. Wir besprechen die Gründe, warum Eishockey der geilste Sport ist und ihr euren Freuden, Familienangehörigen, Arbeitskollegen, Postbote, etc. zum Eishockey bringen müsst. Viel Spass! Dieser Podcast wird vermarktet von der Podcastbude.www.podcastbu.de - Full-Service-Podcast-Agentur - Konzeption, Produktion, Vermarktung, Distribution und Hosting.Du möchtest deinen Podcast auch kostenlos hosten und damit Geld verdienen?Dann schaue auf www.kostenlos-hosten.de und informiere dich.Dort erhältst du alle Informationen zu unseren kostenlosen Podcast-Hosting-Angeboten. kostenlos-hosten.de ist ein Produkt der Podcastbude.

Hallo Hockeyfreunde, heute machen wir Werbung für den Eishockeysport. Wir besprechen die Gründe, warum Eishockey der geilste Sport ist und ihr euren Freuden, Familienangehörigen, Arbeitskollegen, Postbote, etc. zum Eishockey bringen müsst. Viel Spass! Dieser Podcast wird vermarktet von der Podcastbude.www.podcastbu.de - Full-Service-Podcast-Agentur - Konzeption, Produktion, Vermarktung, Distribution und Hosting.Du möchtest deinen Podcast auch kostenlos hosten und damit Geld verdienen?Dann schaue auf www.kostenlos-hosten.de und informiere dich.Dort erhältst du alle Informationen zu unseren kostenlosen Podcast-Hosting-Angeboten. kostenlos-hosten.de ist ein Produkt der Podcastbude.

Hallo Hockeyfreunde, heute machen wir Werbung für den Eishockeysport. Wir besprechen die Gründe, warum Eishockey der geilste Sport ist und ihr euren Freuden, Familienangehörigen, Arbeitskollegen, Postbote, etc. zum Eishockey bringen müsst. Viel Spass! Dieser Podcast wird vermarktet von der Podcastbude.www.podcastbu.de - Full-Service-Podcast-Agentur - Konzeption, Produktion, Vermarktung, Distribution und Hosting.Du möchtest deinen Podcast auch kostenlos hosten und damit Geld verdienen?Dann schaue auf www.kostenlos-hosten.de und informiere dich.Dort erhältst du alle Informationen zu unseren kostenlosen Podcast-Hosting-Angeboten. kostenlos-hosten.de ist ein Produkt der Podcastbude.

Spring Cleaning – Edmonton OilersThe Edmonton Oilers entered the 2025-26 season with one objective: return to the Stanley Cup Final and finish the job after consecutive championship losses to the Florida Panthers. Instead, Edmonton endured an inconsistent season that ended with a first-round playoff exit at the hands of the Anaheim Ducks. Neil Smith and Vic Morren examine the roster decisions that left the Oilers without enough depth, the goaltending gamble that backfired, and the enormous offseason facing General Manager Stan Bowman as the organization works to convince Connor McDavid that another championship run remains within reach.IN THIS EPISODE:[00:00:00] The Oilers finish second in the Pacific Division before suffering a shocking first-round playoff elimination against Anaheim. Neil and Vic discuss why anything short of another Stanley Cup Final appearance was considered a disappointment after Edmonton's back-to-back championship appearances.[00:00:45] Edmonton's offseason departures—including Corey Perry, Evander Kane, and Connor Brown—leave the roster noticeably thinner. Combined with Zach Hyman missing the opening 19 games of the season, the Oilers struggle to replace valuable secondary scoring throughout the year.[00:01:30] The panel examines how the emotional and physical toll of consecutive Stanley Cup Final losses affected Edmonton's season. Despite another slow start that initially appeared familiar, the Oilers never found the momentum that had fueled previous playoff runs.[00:02:00] The conversation shifts to one of the season's most controversial moves as Stan Bowman trades Stuart Skinner to Pittsburgh for Tristan Jarry. Neil and Vic break down the disappointing results after Jarry struggles badly while Skinner performs better with the Penguins, making the trade one of the NHL's biggest disappointments.[00:03:30] Edmonton's increasing dependence on Connor McDavid and Leon Draisaitl becomes impossible to ignore. The panel reviews how nearly one-third of the club's offense comes from its two superstars while the number of secondary contributors continues to decline, placing enormous pressure on the league's best players.[00:05:00] Ryan Nugent-Hopkins' role is discussed as Neil describes him as an invaluable all-around player rather than an elite offensive producer. The conversation also highlights encouraging development from young forwards Matt Savoie and Vasily Podkolzin while acknowledging the continued lack of consistent secondary scoring.[00:07:00] Attention turns to Stan Bowman's difficult offseason. Questions surround head coach Kris Knoblauch's future, while Connor McDavid's contract extension becomes one of the biggest storylines facing the organization after both McDavid and Draisaitl publicly acknowledged the team took a step backward during the season.[00:09:00] The Oilers enter the offseason over the salary cap with only four selections in the 2026 NHL Draft after several aggressive trades. Neil and Vic review the organization's pending unrestricted free agents, including Adam Henrique, Jason Dickinson, Jack Roslovic, Kasperi Kapanen, Connor Murphy, and goaltender Connor Ingram.[00:11:00] The discussion centers on Edmonton's challenge of attracting quality free agents while uncertainty surrounds Connor McDavid's long-term future. Neil believes the opportunity to play alongside McDavid and Leon Draisaitl remains a major selling point despite questions about the organization's direction.[00:13:00] The episode concludes with a look ahead to 2026-27. Neil warns that unless Edmonton significantly improves its depth and solves its ongoing goaltending concerns, the Oilers risk taking another step backward despite employing two of the greatest players in the world.

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Hallo Hockeyfreunde, heute reden wir kurz über die aktuellen News der Ducks und versuchen das Thema Vertragsverlängerung von Leo zu beenden und abzuschließen. Viel Spass!   https://buymeacoffee.com/anaheimducksblog Dieser Podcast wird vermarktet von der Podcastbude.www.podcastbu.de - Full-Service-Podcast-Agentur - Konzeption, Produktion, Vermarktung, Distribution und Hosting.Du möchtest deinen Podcast auch kostenlos hosten und damit Geld verdienen?Dann schaue auf www.kostenlos-hosten.de und informiere dich.Dort erhältst du alle Informationen zu unseren kostenlosen Podcast-Hosting-Angeboten. kostenlos-hosten.de ist ein Produkt der Podcastbude.

The Anaheim Ducks took a major step forward during the 2025-26 season, ending an eight-year playoff drought by finishing third in the Pacific Division and advancing to the second round of the Stanley Cup Playoffs. Neil Smith and Vic Morren look back at the moves that fueled Anaheim's turnaround, including the hiring of Joel Quenneville, the emergence of one of the NHL's brightest young cores, and Pat Verbeek's aggressive roster construction. They also examine the Ducks' statistical profile, why the numbers don't tell the full story, and the important contract decisions that will shape Anaheim's future as they continue their climb toward Stanley Cup contention.IN THIS EPISODE:[00:00:00] The Ducks complete a remarkable turnaround by finishing third in the Pacific Division, qualifying for the playoffs for the first time since 2018, defeating Edmonton in six games before falling to Vegas in the second round. Neil and Vic revisit their preseason expectations after Anaheim added Chris Kreider, Mikael Granlund, Ryan Poehling, retained Lukas Dostal, and traded longtime goaltender John Gibson to Detroit.[00:01:00] Neil discusses why Pat Verbeek's decision to hire Joel Quenneville proved to be one of the organization's most important moves. The conversation also looks at the growth of Anaheim's young defense, veteran leadership from Jacob Trouba and Radko Gudas, and the addition of John Carlson at the trade deadline.[00:02:00] Anaheim's season was anything but consistent. After an 11-3-1 start, the Ducks endured an 0-8-1 slide before responding with multiple lengthy winning streaks. Neil explains why those ups and downs are typical of one of the NHL's youngest rosters.[00:03:00] Vic examines why Anaheim's statistics paint a very different picture than their playoff appearance. Despite improving their goal differential by 27 goals and scoring 52 more goals than the previous season, the Ducks still posted a negative goal differential and remained near the bottom of the league in special teams, goals against, and save percentage.[00:04:00] The discussion shifts to Anaheim's offensive breakout. Cutter Gauthier explodes for 41 goals, Leo Carlsson scores 29, Beckett Seneca finishes with 23 goals as a Rookie of the Year finalist, and Jackson LaCombe establishes himself as one of the NHL's rising young defensemen with a tremendous regular season and playoff performance.[00:06:00] Attention turns to Pat Verbeek's offseason priorities. Anaheim enters the summer with six draft picks but no first-round selection following the John Carlson trade, along with approximately $10.7 million in salary cap space and a long list of unrestricted and restricted free agents to address.[00:07:00] Neil and Vic discuss which veterans should return, including Jacob Trouba, captain Radko Gudas, Jeffrey Viel, and the backup goaltending situation involving Petr Mrázek and Ville Husso. They also examine the significant extensions awaiting Cutter Gauthier, Leo Carlsson, Pavel Mintyukov, Olen Zellweger, and the rest of Anaheim's young core.[00:08:00] The episode concludes with Neil sharing a conversation with Los Angeles Kings General Manager Ken Holland, who believes the Ducks possess one of the NHL's brightest futures. With an elite young core already in place and only minor roster adjustments needed, Anaheim appears poised to become one of the Western Conference's rising powers and potentially the premier team in Southern California for years to come.

Dustin Nielson and the resident brick wall, Joaquin Gage, finally share the desk again after a minute apart. The chemistry is flying, the dynamic is firing, and the fellas have an absolute mountain of hockey culture, gaming nostalgia, and tactical Oilers blueprints to tear through.   On Today's Show: The Face of Next-Gen Hockey: EA Sports just dropped a massive bomb on the gaming landscape, officially naming San Jose Sharks superstar phenom Macklin Celebrini as the cover athlete for NHL 27! At just 20 years old, he becomes the youngest cover star in the video game's legendary history. Dusty and Gager debate the pick: Is Celebrini the most exciting cover athlete we've seen in a hot minute? The Ultimate EA Nostalgia Trip: The Celebrini news opens up the historical vault. The boys look back at the most iconic, legendary cover athletes to ever grace the franchise—from Owen Nolan's called shot in NHL 2001 to Peter Forsberg on NHL 98. Who takes the crown for the greatest game cover of all time? Plus, the fellas check in on Benny, who is currently on an absolute, ungodly, legendary all-time heater in Chel. The Ultimate Oilers Energy Line Matrix: Shifting back to real life on the ice, Dusty poses a major depth-chart puzzle for Gager. With a heavily fortified roster heading into camp, what is the optimal layout for the Oilers' energy lines this season? The boys map out the combination of speed, physical heavy-lifting, and bottom-six grit needed to carry this team through a long Pacific Division grind. The Trivia Crease: To close things out, Dusty puts Gager right back in the hot seat with a brand-new, hilariously challenging game of Who's That Goalie? Can the former NHL netminder identify these obscure, forgotten crease-dwellers from the 90s and 2000s based on deep-cut career clues, or is he getting completely pulled from the net?   2 Guys & a Goalie is presented by GS Construction!

Hallo Hockeyfreunde, die NHL verändert sich und die Ducks haben dabei die Finger im Spiel. Leo Carlssons Deal mit Jährlich 18 Mio. zeigt uns die neuen Möglichkeiten durch den höheren Salary Cap. Mehr dazu in den heutigen Ausgabe! Dieser Podcast wird vermarktet von der Podcastbude.www.podcastbu.de - Full-Service-Podcast-Agentur - Konzeption, Produktion, Vermarktung, Distribution und Hosting.Du möchtest deinen Podcast auch kostenlos hosten und damit Geld verdienen?Dann schaue auf www.kostenlos-hosten.de und informiere dich.Dort erhältst du alle Informationen zu unseren kostenlosen Podcast-Hosting-Angeboten. kostenlos-hosten.de ist ein Produkt der Podcastbude.

Hallo Hockeyfreunde, die NHL verändert sich und die Ducks haben dabei die Finger im Spiel. Leo Carlssons Deal mit Jährlich 18 Mio. zeigt uns die neuen Möglichkeiten durch den höheren Salary Cap. Mehr dazu in den heutigen Ausgabe! Dieser Podcast wird vermarktet von der Podcastbude.www.podcastbu.de - Full-Service-Podcast-Agentur - Konzeption, Produktion, Vermarktung, Distribution und Hosting.Du möchtest deinen Podcast auch kostenlos hosten und damit Geld verdienen?Dann schaue auf www.kostenlos-hosten.de und informiere dich.Dort erhältst du alle Informationen zu unseren kostenlosen Podcast-Hosting-Angeboten. kostenlos-hosten.de ist ein Produkt der Podcastbude.

Hallo Hockeyfreunde, die Free Agency ist eröffnet – und bei den Anaheim Ducks hat sich einiges getan! In dieser Folge werfen wir einen genauen Blick auf alle Neuzugänge und Abgänge des Teams. Welche Verpflichtungen bringen die Ducks wirklich weiter? Welche Spieler mussten gehen und wie verändern diese Entscheidungen den Kader für die Saison 2026/27? Außerdem analysieren wir die Strategie des Front Offices, bewerten die einzelnen Moves und diskutieren, welche Baustellen weiterhin offen sind. War das bereits der große Umbruch oder kommt noch der nächste Paukenschlag? Das und vieles mehr – jetzt reinhören! Dieser Podcast wird vermarktet von der Podcastbude.www.podcastbu.de - Full-Service-Podcast-Agentur - Konzeption, Produktion, Vermarktung, Distribution und Hosting.Du möchtest deinen Podcast auch kostenlos hosten und damit Geld verdienen?Dann schaue auf www.kostenlos-hosten.de und informiere dich.Dort erhältst du alle Informationen zu unseren kostenlosen Podcast-Hosting-Angeboten. kostenlos-hosten.de ist ein Produkt der Podcastbude.

Hallo Hockeyfreunde, die Free Agency ist eröffnet – und bei den Anaheim Ducks hat sich einiges getan! In dieser Folge werfen wir einen genauen Blick auf alle Neuzugänge und Abgänge des Teams. Welche Verpflichtungen bringen die Ducks wirklich weiter? Welche Spieler mussten gehen und wie verändern diese Entscheidungen den Kader für die Saison 2026/27? Außerdem analysieren wir die Strategie des Front Offices, bewerten die einzelnen Moves und diskutieren, welche Baustellen weiterhin offen sind. War das bereits der große Umbruch oder kommt noch der nächste Paukenschlag? Das und vieles mehr – jetzt reinhören! Dieser Podcast wird vermarktet von der Podcastbude.www.podcastbu.de - Full-Service-Podcast-Agentur - Konzeption, Produktion, Vermarktung, Distribution und Hosting.Du möchtest deinen Podcast auch kostenlos hosten und damit Geld verdienen?Dann schaue auf www.kostenlos-hosten.de und informiere dich.Dort erhältst du alle Informationen zu unseren kostenlosen Podcast-Hosting-Angeboten. kostenlos-hosten.de ist ein Produkt der Podcastbude.

Hallo Hockeyfreunde, wir haben nur noch wenige Stunden bis zur Öffnung der des Free Agency Marktes. wir blicken auf auf unser Team und welche Spieler den weg zu uns finden könnten. Dazu haben wir auch ein paar News und schauen auf kurz auf das Development Camp. Viel Spass! Dieser Podcast wird vermarktet von der Podcastbude.www.podcastbu.de - Full-Service-Podcast-Agentur - Konzeption, Produktion, Vermarktung, Distribution und Hosting.Du möchtest deinen Podcast auch kostenlos hosten und damit Geld verdienen?Dann schaue auf www.kostenlos-hosten.de und informiere dich.Dort erhältst du alle Informationen zu unseren kostenlosen Podcast-Hosting-Angeboten. kostenlos-hosten.de ist ein Produkt der Podcastbude.

Hallo Hockeyfreunde, wir haben nur noch wenige Stunden bis zur Öffnung der des Free Agency Marktes. wir blicken auf auf unser Team und welche Spieler den weg zu uns finden könnten. Dazu haben wir auch ein paar News und schauen auf kurz auf das Development Camp. Viel Spass! Dieser Podcast wird vermarktet von der Podcastbude.www.podcastbu.de - Full-Service-Podcast-Agentur - Konzeption, Produktion, Vermarktung, Distribution und Hosting.Du möchtest deinen Podcast auch kostenlos hosten und damit Geld verdienen?Dann schaue auf www.kostenlos-hosten.de und informiere dich.Dort erhältst du alle Informationen zu unseren kostenlosen Podcast-Hosting-Angeboten. kostenlos-hosten.de ist ein Produkt der Podcastbude.