Podcast appearances and mentions of Peter Laviolette

Nate breaks down all of the most fantasy-relevant offseason moves so far, including the monster Darren Raddysh sign-and-trade to Toronto, and the shocking hire of Ryan Craig in Las Vegas.Timestamps:00:00 - Intro 01:36 - Raddysh to Leafs08:36 - Colton to Predators10:01 - Woll to Flyers; Andrae to Leafs12:45 - Karlsson & Terry injuries14:03 - In-season coaching changes: Bowness & DeBoer17:20 - Ryan Craig in Vegas20:11 - Manny Malhotra in Vancouver23:26 - Peter Laviolette in Los Angeles26:48 - Mike Babcock in Edmonton30:09 - Jim Hiller in Toronto

Today we chatted about the Stanley Cup Final and the NHL coaching carousel, from John Tortorella and Ryan Craig to Jim Hiller, Peter Laviolette, and (somehow still) Mike Babcock. We then moved on to some scintillating PWHL awards discussion and a retrospective on the expansion process and entry draft, which was happening as we recorded. Benjamin welcomes Madison and SJ to the Neutral Zone Hotel01:52 Calendar updates for the podcast (Mailbag next week! Send in your questions!)03:03 Carolina Hurricanes win the Stanley Cup and the Vegas Golden Knights lose14:16 Jim Hiller hired as the head coach of the Toronto Maple Leafs18:26 Peter Laviolette hired as the head coach of the LA Kings21:46 Cursed to talk about Mike Babcock again33:42 PWHL awards talk37:18 PWHL entry draft and expansion process discussionNeutral Zone Hotel is a production of the Neutral Zone Hotel Team.More information is available at https://neutralzonehotel.comLogo design by Emily Mowbray.We're available on YouTube and all the major podcast platforms.You can follow us on social media if you're so inclined: Bluesky: @neutralzonehotel.bsky.socialYou can join our Discord server at https://neutralzonehotel.com/discord

Join Bryan Hayes, Jeff O'Neill and Jamie McLennan for Hour 2 on OverDrive! Los Angeles Kings head coach Peter Laviolette joins to discuss his hiring, his outlook of the roster and embracing the identity in Los Angeles. They dive into Jim Hiller becoming the Maple Leafs' head coach, the TaylorMade PGA picks on the U.S. Open and Bryan hands out his FanDuel Best Bets.

Los Angeles Kings head coach Peter Laviolette joined OverDrive to discuss his hiring with the Kings, the breakdown of Los Angeles' roster, the hiring process behind the bench, moving to Los Angeles, the interviews leading up to the position, selecting his assistant coaches and more.

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.

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.

Windy Wednesday rolls on as Brian Windhorst breaks down Stephon Castle's rise, why the Spurs knew immediately they had Victor's running mate, and what Karl-Anthony Towns must do for the Knicks to win Game 4. Windy also previews tonight's officiating crew and explains why freedom of movement could decide the game. Zamboni's Two-Minute Minor covers the Hurricanes tying the Stanley Cup Final and the Kings hiring Peter Laviolette. The guys get heated over the Brendan Sorsby gambling saga and whether Texas Tech should want any part of it, plus Kappy sounds off on Spurs fans getting attacked on the streets of New York. Kap closes with a Dealer's Choice on McDonald's AI drive-thrus, featuring the timeless wisdom of Dusty Rhodes: a computer took your place, daddy. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Kings Head Coach Peter Laviolette joins The Insider Show to discuss his excitement to be in Los Angeles, his philosophies on team building both on and off the ice as well as his initial impressions on his new team!

In aflevering #157 bespreken Dennis en Hans uiteraard de zinderende Stanley Cup Final tussen Carolina Hurricanes en Vegas Golden Knights, die menig all-time Stanley Cup record kunnen gaan aanscherpen. Alvorens de heren bij de Final belanden, bespreken ze de aanstelling van Peter Laviolette bij LA Kings en zoomen ze in op de dubieuze geruchten over Mike Babcock bij Edmonton Oilers en Joe Pavelski als kandidaat bij Toronto Maple Leafs. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Time for Sports Graffiti! Mason and Ireland ask the question, has the World Cup priced out the average fan? Take a listen to Jamie Foxx doing impersonations of the Inside the NBA Crew. The guys are joined by the new LA Kings Head Coach, Peter Laviolette! The guys are once again joined by huge Knicks fan Ben Lyons! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Dan and Shawn get into all the Stanley Cup Final drama and storylines surrounding the series.... Jordan Staal's resurgence, the goalie decisions for the Canes, Jack Eichel's scoring issues, the wild comebacks in the series and what's ahead the rest of the way. Plus, they get into Dylan Larkin's trade request, the LA Kings hiring Peter Laviolette, the Oilers coaching search and Joe Pavelski potentially being a fit for the Toronto Maple Leafs. 

On hour two of Flames Talk, Pat Steinberg and Logan Gordon take a closer look at which Flames players are set up for crucial offseasons as Calgary continues to shape its future. The guys each highlight three names they believe need big summers, including Zayne Parekh as he looks to build strength and establish himself over a full NHL season, Morgan Frost as he eyes a breakout year down the middle, and Matvei Gridin as he continues to develop into a potential impact scorer, before opening the conversation up to the textline. (28:45) Jonathan Davis from NHL Network joins the show to break down a 2-1 Stanley Cup Final lead for Vegas and what he expects heading into Game 4. The conversation also touches on Edmonton's reported interest in Mike Babcock, Peter Laviolette landing behind the bench in Los Angeles, expectations for the Kings, and the latest intrigue around San Jose's plans with the second overall pick. 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. https://www.sportsnet.ca/960/flames-talk/Get full Flames games and great shows like Quick 60: The Stamps Show, Wranglers Watch and more ON DEMAND.

Zach Dooley joins host Jesse Cohen to discuss the hiring of Peter Laviolette as the next head coach of the LA Kings.

Robby & Rexrode hour two continues, welcoming Gentry Estes to the show to hear his thoughts on the Eligibility ruling on Brenden Sorsby and more on the Preds. We take your calls and react to your thoughts. Peter Laviolette named Head Coach of the LA Kings and will make his coaching return to the NHL. The hour closes with The Rex Rant. 

In the midst of the Stanley Cup Finals, plenty of off ice news. In this edition of Quick Takes, Neil gives his thoughts on the Kings hiring of Peter Laviolette and potential hirings of Joe Pavelski in Toronto and Mike Babcock in Edmonton.X: https://twitter.com/NHLWraparoundNeil Smith: https://twitter.com/NYCNeilVic Morren: https://www.linkedin.com/in/vic-morren-7038737/NHL Wraparound Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/nhlwraparound/#NHLWraparound #NHLWraparound.com #ShortShifts #NYCentric #CelebritySeries #HallofFameEdition #StanleyCupdate #SummerCoolers #Smith'sPix #NeilSmith #VicMorren #BZZR #NHL #SummerCoolers #PeterLaviolette #AnzeKopitar #JoePavelski #MartinSt.Louis #ZachHyman #MitchMarner #ChrisChelios #MikeCommodore #JohanFranzen #LosAngelesKings #NewYorkRangers #TorontoMapleLeafs #EdmontonOilers #ColumbusBlueJackets #DetroitRedWings #AnaheimDucks

Full Show Broadcast. Today's Guests: Trysta Krick (NBA & WNBA). Gene offers his thoughts and opinions on the NY Knicks, Bills mandatory mini camp, Josh Allen news. AJ Brown & Stefon Diggs. Terrible Time Timmy's take of the day. Plus the latest sports headlines.

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Full Hour 2 in The Sports. Tim Schneider shares his take of the day & Gene offers up a double serving of shots. Plus Last Call.

The Edmonton Oilers are making waves in the hockey world with news of Mike Babcock potential stepping behind the bench into their coaching vacancy. We discuss that, Peter Laviolette in Los Angeles, the Stanley Cup Final and more with hockey insider David Pagnotta. 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

Ben Ennis and Brent Gunning welcome Frank Seravalli to discuss Peter Laviolette becoming the new coach of the LA Kings. They explore how close he was to coaching the Leafs and whether the team's extensive interviews indicate a reset or fact-finding mission. They also cover the Oilers' potential interest in Mike Babcock and the implications of Dylan Larkin's trade demand. After the break, Justin Bourne (23:16) joins to share his thoughts on the NHL draft combine, the Leafs' coaching search, the Marlies' run to the Calder Cup finals, and Easton Cowan's development. 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 Ennis and Brent Gunning kick off today's show with a recap of the Spurs' 115-111 victory in Game 3 of the NBA Finals. They break down Victor Wembanyama's improved play last night, the Knicks' struggles down the stretch, and De'Aaron Fox's big shot late. Next, the guys pivot to discuss Peter Laviolette becoming the next head coach of the LA Kings. They question why the Maple Leafs missed out, if it's an indictment of Toronto's process and how long it is all taking, and the remaining options for the vacancy. Ben and Brent also take a closer look at Dylan Larkin's trade request, before getting into the Blue Jays' series-opening loss to the Phillies. They examine Cristopher Sanchez and Patrick Corbin's respective starts, George Springer's rough night at the plate, and if it's time to consider dropping him down the batting order. The guys close out the hour by looking at the longest day in golf as qualifiers for the US Open wrapped up. 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.

During Hour 3 LA Kings analyst and former NHLer Jim Fox joined the show discussing the team's hire of Peter Laviolette and other offseason news for the Kings. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Nick Alberga & Jay Rosehill preview a pivotal Game 4 of the Stanley Cup Final as Vegas looks to take a commanding series lead over Carolina.The guys also break down the Calder Cup Final matchup, now officially set after Chicago's Game 7 victory over Colorado in the Western Conference Final. It's Marlies vs. Wolves for the AHL championship, and they discuss what Toronto must do to finish off its impressive postseason run.Meanwhile, the NHL coaching carousel continues to spin. Peter Laviolette is headed to Los Angeles, while reports suggest the Edmonton Oilers have interest in the polarizing Mike Babcock. So, where does that leave the Maple Leafs? The boys examine who's still in the mix and what the latest developments could mean for John Chayka and company.Plus, fresh off guiding the Kitchener Rangers to a Memorial Cup championship, head coach Jussi Ahokas stops by to discuss the title run, player development, and his coaching future.

On hour one of Flames Talk, Pat Steinberg is joined by NHL insider Frank Seravalli to take a wide-ranging look around the league with just over two weeks to go until the NHL Draft in Buffalo. Frank shares his latest read on how the draft board is shaping up following the Combine, who he believes could go first overall, and what kind of player Calgary might be targeting at sixth overall. The conversation also dives into how much movement we could see inside the top ten, the latest surrounding Mike Babcock and the Oilers, Peter Laviolette landing in Los Angeles, the Maple Leafs' coaching search, and the growing tension around Dylan Larkin's situation in Detroit. (29:14) Flames legend Lanny MacDonald joins the program as the show continues to reflect on the life and legacy of longtime GM Cliff Fletcher following his passing. Lanny shares his memories of Fletcher, including the trade that brought him to Calgary in 1981, his first impressions of working with Cliff, and what made him such a unique builder and leader during his decades in the game. 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. https://www.sportsnet.ca/960/flames-talk/Get full Flames games and great shows like Quick 60: The Stamps Show, Wranglers Watch and more ON DEMAND.

Mason and Ireland tip off the show with recap of game two of the NBA Finals. Wemby missed a game winning shot in game two, but can the Spurs get a win in New York tonight? Breaking News from the LA Kings! The Kings are hiring Peter Laviolette as new head coach! What will the Lakers offer Austin Reaves? Where does Windhorst think LeBron will be next season? Ice Breakers! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

We are coming at you LIVE from Las Vegas. In game 3, The Knights and Doc Marner score 4 in the second, and it looked like they have the game under control. Then BOOM, the Canes bust out in the 3rd, with Bussi in net, and come roaring back in the 3rd to force an EPIC double OT that Vegas eventually triumphs. Can this series get any more dramatic? Is any lead safe? Chapters: 0:00 - Intro 3:25 - Game 3 was Drunk Hockey 43:36 - Where Does Dylan Larkin Go? 1:04:26 - Peter Laviolette the New Kings Coach Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Nick Kypreos, Justin Bourne and Sam McKee look back on Vegas' dramatic win over Carolina in Game 3 to go up 2-1 in the Stanley Cup Final. They discuss Mitch Marner's hat trick, why he's found more playoff success with the Knights than with the Leafs, Vegas' blown four-goal lead, whether Brandon Bussi's relief appearance earned him the start in Game 4, and Brayden McNabb's toughness. Then, they discuss the LA Kings hiring Peter Laviolette as head coach, what it means for the Leafs in their coaching search, Joe Pavelski emerging as a candidate, what a Calder Cup win would mean for Easton Cowan, Dylan Larkin revealing his list of preferred teams to be traded to, and the Oilers' reported interest in Mike Babcock for head coach. 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 Sick Podcast, Mark Recchi joins Pierre McGuire and Jimmy Murphy to discuss Game 3 of the Stanley Cup Final between the Carolina Hurricanes and the Vegas Golden Knights, the Los Angeles Kings hiring Peter Laviolette as the team's new head coach, further developments on Dylan Larkin's trade request and much more! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

On hour two of Sportsnet Today, Patrick Dumas and Peter Klein are joined by David Pagnotta of The Fourth Period to dive into the latest from around the Stanley Cup Playoffs, and the biggest news from the NHL! David shares his thoughts on Vegas' Game Three win over the Hurricanes, reports of the LA Kings naming Peter Laviolette their next head coach, and more! (28:54) The guys hop on the newest trend in hockey, and try to build an 84-0 team by spinning a random team and era across hockey history! 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. Get full Flames games and great shows like Quick 60: The Stamps Show, Wranglers Watch and more ON DEMAND.

On this hour of Flames Talk, Pat Steinberg and Logan Gordon are joined by Sportsnet prospect analyst Jason Bukala to break down his latest draft rankings. The conversation dives into what separates Ivar Stenberg and Gavin McKenna at the top, why Caleb Malhotra slots in as Bukala's top-ranked centre, and how players like Viggo Bjorck and Keaton Verhoeff are evaluated despite questions around size, development path, and projection. Bukala also shares insight on rising names like Alexander Command, the depth of defencemen in the top ten, and what kind of player Calgary could be targeting near the end of the first round. (28:48) Later, Pat and Logan turn their attention to a busy stretch of NHL news, including the Oilers' reported interest in Mike Babcock, the Kings hiring Peter Laviolette, and speculation around Joe Pavelski potentially landing in Toronto. The guys also discuss the escalating situation in Detroit involving Dylan Larkin and tee up the latest from the Stanley Cup Final before opening the textline. 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. https://www.sportsnet.ca/960/flames-talk/Get full Flames games and great shows like Quick 60: The Stamps Show, Wranglers Watch and more ON DEMAND.

In this edition of 32 Thoughts, Kyle Bukauskas and Elliotte Friedman review the Carolina Hurricanes' historic comeback from a four-goal deficit before the Vegas Golden Knights secured a double-overtime victory in Game 3. Then, Elliotte provides an update on an intriguing candidate in the Toronto Maple Leafs' coaching search, and where the Los Angeles Kings currently stand in their hiring process (19:00). The Final Thought focuses on the NHL Draft Combine back in Buffalo (30:57). Kyle and Elliotte answer your questions and comments in the Thought Line presented by BetMGM (40:00). 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

Join Mark Roe, Jeff O'Neill and Jamie McLennan for Hour 1 on OverDrive! TSN Hockey Insider Darren Dreger joins to discuss Dylan Larkin requesting a trade, Peter Laviolette and Patrick Roy's potential fit as Maple Leafs Head Coach. The guys discuss where Dylan Larkin could ultimately end up, and react to the NBA fan who stormed the court for a selfie with Victor Wembanyama.

Join Mark Roe, Jeff O'Neill and Jamie McLennan for Hour 2 on OverDrive! Former head coach Peter Laviolette joins to discuss his head coaching interview process, the Maple Leafs' roster and the Hurricanes seeking a bounce back in Game 2. TSN Baseball Insider Steve Phillips joins to discuss Vladimir Guerrero Jr's struggles, the Blue Jays' injury bug, and the status of Aaron Judge. Mark and Noodles give their top 5 landing destinations for Dylan Larkin and Mark gives his FanDuel Best Bets!

TSN Hockey Insider Darren Dreger joined OverDrive to discuss Dylan Larkin requesting a trade from the Red Wings, the complexity of navigating a player's trade request for management, Peter Laviolette and Patrick Roy's potential fit as Maple Leafs head coach, the latest around University of Denver head coach David Carle and Former Vegas Golden Knights head coach Bruce Cassidy.

Carolina finds itself in a near must-win situation in Game 2, as headed to Vegas down 0-2 seems like too big of a hill to climb for any team.D espite neither side being thrilled with its Game 1 performance, Vegas showed why their confidence is at an all-time high, recovering from an early 2-0 deficit and continuing a stretch in which they haven’t lost in two weeks. John Tortorella earned praise for his in-game adjustments, while the Hurricanes’ top line remained largely ineffective. Both Ray and Dregs expect stronger outings from the goaltenders and are leaning toward a Carolina bounce-back, though they agree the margin between the teams remains razor thin. Off the ice, Peter Laviolette and Patrick Roy have advanced in Toronto’s coaching search, though the Leafs’ direction remains unclear compared to Edmonton’s more defined approach; Roy’s recent success developing top prospect Peter Schaefer could be a factor with Toronto holding the first overall pick. Meanwhile, the Oilers continue to wait on the coaching market, raising questions about whether Edmonton is willing to hold out for Bruce Cassidy, or if a backup candidate is already in place. In Nashville, the Predators landed a major front-office hire by prying Chris MacFarland away from Colorado with a lucrative deal, giving him the opportunity to build a team backed by ownership willing to spend to improve the team.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Aight folks, this is the nightmare finals matchup -- at least for one of us. There is light at the end of the tunnel, however.. because the Leaf's may be choosing between Peter Laviolette or Patrick Roy for their head coach vacancy. Either way -- we're going to LOVE making fun of that. GET IN.Cynically acclaimed. Incredibly online. Covering all things #NHLBruins OFFICIAL CHIRP LINE: (860) 506-5444 presented by @SeatGeek, get $20 off using promo code SHORTSHIFTPOD CHECK OUT OFFICIAL SSP MERCHANDISE AVAILABLE NOW ON OUR SHOP @ https://short-shift-podcast.creator-spring.com/Send us a message

Ben Ennis and Brent Gunning are joined by Ben Shulman to break down the Blue Jays' tough loss to the Braves, examining the club's ongoing offensive struggles and defensive issues. Later, Anthony Petrielli (26:21) stops by to discuss all things Maple Leafs, including Toronto's head coaching search, Patrick Roy's chances of landing the job, and whether Peter Laviolette is a legitimate candidate behind the Leafs' bench.  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.

Nick Alberga & Jay Rosehill tee up Game 2 of the Stanley Cup Final as the Vegas Golden Knights look to build on their thrilling 5-4 victory over the Carolina Hurricanes in the series opener. They also react to Jon Cooper capturing the first Jack Adams Award of his coaching career.Back in Toronto, the boys recap a tough 4-3 loss for the Marlies in Game 4 of the AHL Eastern Conference Final as the Wilkes-Barre/Scranton Penguins tied the series at two games apiece. They break down what went wrong and what Toronto must do to regain control heading into the pivotal Game 5.They also sift through the latest from the NHL Draft Combine in Buffalo as well as developments in the Maple Leafs' coaching search. Reports suggest Toronto has conducted as many as 15 Zoom interviews to this point, while TSN's Darren Dreger has linked both Patrick Roy and Peter Laviolette to the current stage of the process. Nick and Rosie share their thoughts on the search, the candidates, and why the Leafs continue to take their time.Plus, NHL on TNT host Jackie Redmond stops by to discuss the coaching search, the Leafs winning the draft lottery, the direction of the franchise, and much more.

Nick Kypreos, Justin Bourne and Sam McKee look back on the Golden Knights' win over the Hurricanes to open the Stanley Cup Final. They discuss Shea Theodore's bounce-back after an early mistake, John Tortorella's effective timeout, and the Hurricanes' top line running out of time to get going. Hockey Night in Canada analyst Craig Simpson joins the show (11:10) to share his thoughts on Game 1, Vegas' star power, how the Canes can wake Sebastian Aho up, and whether Game 2 is a must-win for Carolina. Later, Nick, Justin and Sam assess Peter Laviolette and Patrick Roy's potential fit as head coach in 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.

Nick Alberga & David Pagnotta break down an entertaining Game 1 of the Stanley Cup Final as Mitch Marner and the Vegas Golden Knights outlasted Frederik Andersen and the Carolina Hurricanes 5-4 to take a 1-0 series lead.The guys also dissect all the fallout from Gary Bettman's annual State of the Union address, including the NHL's revamped All-Star Weekend format and other key league-wide developments.Meantime, Pagnotta provides the latest on Toronto's coaching search, including Darren Dreger's report that Patrick Roy and Peter Laviolette are part of the current stage of the interview process.Plus, veteran NHL bench boss Gerard Gallant stops by to discuss the Leafs' head coaching vacancy, what it would mean to coach in Toronto, the challenges facing the franchise, and much more.

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 Evan Bouchard's concussion, the Kelly McCrimmon, Bruce Cassidy fiasco, the Oilers looking at Peter Laviolette, Mike Babock, and Craig Berube for head coach, and the futures of Connor Murphy, Jack Roslovic, Max Jones, Tristan Jarry, Spencer Stastney, Trent Frederic, Kasperi Kapanen, Connor Ingram and others with the Oilers.

Ryan Warsofsky just completed his second season as the head coach of the NHL's San Jose Sharks, this past season leading them to 39 wins, an 18 win improvement over 2025.  He also served as the head coach for the U.S. Men's National Team for the first time at the 2025 IIHF Men's World Championship, winning a gold medal. Prior to joining the Sharks, Warsofsky was the head coach of the Chicago Wolves of the AHL for two seasons (2020-22), where, in 2022, at age 34, he became the youngest coach since Peter Laviolette in 1999 to guide a team to the Calder Cup. He also spent two seasons with the AHL's Charlotte Checkers, one as an assistant (2018-19) and one as head coach (2019-20). In 2019, he helped guide the Checkers to a Calder Cup. Warsofsky's coaching career began in 2012-13 with his alma mater NCAA Division III Curry College as an assistant after two seasons with the team as a player. He then joined the ECHL's South Carolina Stingrays in 2013, serving as an assistant for three seasons before being promoted to head coach and director of hockey operations for his final two seasons (2016-18).  In our conversation today, we discuss what it is like to be the youngest head coach in the NHL and the leadership dynamic that he brings to the locker room. We discuss the importance of joy, patience, Ryan's non-negotiables, and what makes a great leader. We also discuss coaching Gen Z athletes, the importance of fundamentals, and how to negotiate the world of social media to continue to build trust and great team culture. You will want to take notes on this one! PRE-ORDERS NOW AVAILABLE FOR OUR NEW BOOK CAPTAIN: THE ATHLETE'S GUIDE TO BEING AN EXCEPTIONAL TEAM LEADER! CLICK HERE TO ORDER FOR ORDERS OF 10 OR MORE, WE OFFER A $5 PER BOOK DISCOUNT. EMAIL John@ChangingTheGameProject.com to place your order. We are constantly asked "where have all the leaders gone?" 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Tyler Yaremchuk and Liam Horrobin are back with another offseason edition of Oilersnation Everyday, continuing to break down the fallout from the Edmonton Oilers moving on from head coach Kris Knoblauch.The guys discuss what the coaching change means for Edmonton heading into next season and whether the Oilers could fast-track their search if Bruce Cassidy is truly their top target.

Montreal took a 3–2 series lead over Buffalo, in part, by sticking with Jakub Dobes despite a rough first period and a bad third goal against, a decision by Martin St. Louis and goalie coach Marco Marciano that paid off as Dobes settled in and the Habs rolled to a 6–3 win with offence throughout the lineup. Cole Caufield appears to have found his game, while Buffalo’s stars have been too quiet and the Sabres may need line changes and better discipline heading into a potentially chaotic Game 6 at the Bell Centre. Vegas eliminated Anaheim as Mitch Marner scored what the guys called the goal of the playoffs on an outrageous between-the-legs move, while the Ducks still showed major progress this season despite needing more defensive structure and experience. In Edmonton, the Oilers fired Kris Knoblauch just before his extension was set to begin after reports leaked the team unsuccessfully sought permission to speak with Bruce Cassidy, making the situation feel messy and leaving names like Craig Berube and Peter Laviolette in the mix. Toronto also moved on from Berube as new GM John Chayka appears focused on hiring a younger, more data-driven coach, with Kris Knoblauch, Jay Woodcroft and David Carle among the names discussed. Meanwhile, Vancouver revamped its front office by naming the Sedin twins co-presidents of hockey ops and promoting Ryan Johnson to GM, while questions remain about whether the Canucks can keep Manny Malhotra in the organization amid growing interest in him as a head coach elsewhere.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Nick Kypreos, Justin Bourne and Sam McKee kick off by reacting to some big news out in Western Canada: the Oilers parting ways with head coach Kris Knoblauch, and the Canucks announcing the Sedin twins as co-presidents and Ryan Johnson as GM. They discuss whether the Oilers' move forces the Leafs to act faster in the head-coaching market, and they evaluate Patrick Roy, Peter Laviolette, and Manny Malhotra's potential fit behind Toronto's bench. Later, Oilers Now's Bob Stauffer (28:45) stops by to discuss what led to the Oilers' decision on Knoblauch, who — aside from Bruce Cassidy — the team is considering to be the next head coach, and the Connor McDavid aspect of the coaching change. Finally, Nick, Justin and Sam discuss the potential of a Morgan Rielly-Darnell Nurse swap. 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.

Former NHL head coach Peter Laviolette on the Sabres tying the second round series against the Canadiens, the truth behind a goaltending change in the playoffs, the Maple Leafs' head coaching position, the outlook of the Maple Leafs' roster and more.

Join Bryan Hayes, Jeff O'Neill and Jamie McLennan for Hour 2 on OverDrive! Former NHL head coach Peter Laviolette joins to discuss the Canadiens and Sabres' series, the coaching view of a goaltending change and the Maple Leafs' head coaching position. Hayes and O-Dog hand out the TaylorMade picks for the PGA Championship, Hayes lists which Maple Leafs' headlines have made his phone buzz the most and Bryan hands out his FanDuel Best Bets.

Join Mark Roe, Jamie McLennan and Jason Strudwick for Hour 2 on OverDrive! Former NHL Head Coach Peter Laviolette joins to discuss the headlines from the Stanley Cup Playoffs, the Maple Leafs winning the NHL Draft Lottery and his playoff experiences behind the bench. Edmonton Oilers defenseman Evan Bouchard joins to discuss his season with the Oilers, missing out on the Norris Trophy and the team's performance and Roe gives his FanDuel Best Bets.

Join Bryan Hayes, Jeff O'Neill and Jamie McLennan for Hour 2 on OverDrive! Former NHL Head Coach Peter Laviolette joins to discuss the headlines around the Stanley Cup Playoffs. They go around the sports world in Role Play Level of Concern and Bryan hands out his FanDuel Best Bets.

Join Bryan Hayes, Jeff O'Neill and Jamie McLennan for Hour 2 on OverDrive! Former NHL Head Coach Peter Laviolette on the biggest headlines around the start of the Stanley Cup Playoffs. They also dive into the Canadiens and Sabres' opening wins in the first round, Matt Fitzpatrick's playoff win against Scottie Scheffler at the RBC Heritage, TaylorMade picks for the tournament and Bryan hands out his FanDuel Best Bets.