Podcast appearances and mentions of Ron Francis

Send us Fan MailOriginally aired in 2023, we return to have some fun.  To play.  Remember the rush of being 10 years old and hearing a friend ask, “Can you come out to play?” That question used to be effortless, and somewhere between bills, jobs, and the daily grind, many of us lost it. I'm Ron Francis, and I'm bringing it back through the lens of motorcycling, because a ride can be more than transportation. It can be a real psychological reset that cuts stress, restores presence, and reminds you what joy feels like when it isn't scheduled. I take you with me from Colorado back to my roots in Texas, where a long coffee shop talk with my childhood best friend opens the floodgates. We don't just swap updates, we relive the kind of memories that shaped us: hours of unstructured fun, the safety of a good friend, and the simple world we lived in before we learned to carry so much worry. That nostalgia isn't just sentimental. It's a clue about what our nervous systems still need. Then we zoom out into the science of play and why it matters for kids and adults, from how offline play supports social, emotional, and cognitive development to why screens can change the way we process experience. Even a few squirrels tearing around the backyard become a reminder that play is not frivolous. It's part of being alive. We end with a practical challenge: make time for a short ride, invite a buddy, and treat your motorcycle like the purest form of adult play. Subscribe, share this with a riding friend, and leave a review so more riders can find that peaceful, easy feeling.Thank you Episode Sponsor - Viking Bags:   https://www.vikingbags.com/Viking Bags BMW R1250 GS Adventure Touring Hard Side Cases:https://www.vikingbags.com/collections/bmw-r-1250-gs-adventure-touring-hard-side-casesBecome a Member: https://www.buzzsprout.com/2126578/supporters/newBuy Ron a Coffee: https://buymeacoffee.com/peacelovemotoGear Up at the Shop: https://peacelovemotostore.com

The Rest Of Your Days 06/26/26 Here we go! Jeff Taylor and Jordan DeFigio are back with yinz - for another exciting Pittsburgh Penguins off-season. Thanks to ALL our listeners, both new-and-returning, for listening in as we gear up for one of the more exciting times of the pro hockey calendar year. On tap over the next week you've got: The NHL Draft! Free Agency! July 4th fireworks! Check out the A.I.-generated chapters / timecodes below, for descriptions of what was discussed on this installment of Fly Penguins Fly Podcast. We look forward to having you all along for the ride as the summer unfolds and we inch ever-closer to that which we more or less LIVE for: PENGUINS HOCKEY. Link to the Instagram video of newly-minted Pittsburgh Penguin centerman, Hendrix LaPierre, revving up the Washington Capitals locker room with an all-time reading of their lineup card: (Credit to friend of the pod Anthony Vincent Jardine for hipping us to it...)https://www.instagram.com/reel/CzbrxTzBurt/ Very special thanks to Espresso A Mano, Pittsburgh's finest coffee roasters and cafe, for partnering with Fly Penguins Fly podcast. Visit an Espresso A Mano location near you:https://espressoamano.com/ Thank you for listening!! Follow the podcast on X/Twitter: @penspod Jeff Taylor: @penspod_JT // Jordan DeFigio: @fidgenewton LETS GO PENS. JEFF TAYLOR + JORDAN DEFIGIO Fly Penguins Fly Podcast is produced by Jeff Taylor Original theme and outro music composed and recorded by Jeff Taylor Mark Guiliana played drums, Ashley Taylor sang. Interested in becoming a sponsor of our podcast? Email the Fly Penguins Fly Podcast at: penspod@gmail.com Shane Taylor designed and delivered our artwork. Hire Shane: shanetaylordesigns@gmail.com This episode includes portions of the following musical selections: Fly Penguins Fly Theme composed and produced by Jeff Taylor Kid Kodi by Blue Dot Sessions

On this episode of Tip of the Ice-Burgh, Nick Belsky dives into the latest trade rumors connecting the Pittsburgh Penguins to defenseman Darnell Nurse and explains why Pittsburgh must proceed with caution. He also looks back on Parker Wotherspoon's impressive first season with the Penguins, discusses the return of Ron Francis to the organization, breaks down the fallout from the blockbuster Brady Tkachuk trade, and covers all the latest news from around the NHL -- tune in! Check out our latest episodes

Headlines and some continued Mariners talk. We saw some ugly baseball on this road trip, but how much blame can be placed on the team dealing with injuries and can they right the ship this week? Seattle will be hosting it's first World Cup match at noon today and team USA surprised a lot of people with their 4-1 win over Paraguay. :30- On Friday, Bryan Walters joined the show for the one series and gave us his thoughts on Rashid Shaheed. What will he have to do to be worth the $17 million the Seahawks are paying him? :45- The Carolina Hurricanes won their 2nd Stanley Cup last night and they're a team built by Ron Francis, just like the Kraken. Can the Kraken complete the process and find the success the Hurricanes have? See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Jamie Dodd and Thomas Drance react to new comments from Ryan Johnson, including his stance on Filip Hronek, roster budgeting, and the logic behind keeping options open during a rebuild. The guys discuss why the Canucks may need to subtract before they add, Ottawa's reported interest in Jake DeBrusk, and what a potential move could mean for Vancouver's roster. Plus, trade rumours swirl around Darnell Nurse, and Drance explains why the Canucks should be among the teams exploring a deal. This podcast is produced by Dominic Sramaty and Elan CharkThe 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.

The Mariners have won 8 in a row!!!!!!!! The offense was hot last night as the team cruised to an 8-3 win over the Mets to secure their 3rd straight series win. Postgame, there were people on social media who seemed to have a problem with Logan Gilbert… what the?? :30- Mariners Morning After The Mariners got the easy 8-3 win and T Mobile Park was alive with dingers. The team goes for yet another sweep this afternoon. :45- The Stanley Cup Finals got underway last night with Vegas getting the win in game 1. Should we be rooting for Carolina? The reason might be different than you think… See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

EDDIE OLCZYK (Kraken/NHL color analyst) joins us to talk Stanley Cup Playoffs and horse racing? Yeah, that's right! There's nothing better than Pucks & Ponies! It seems like Carolina and Colorado are on a collision course to meet in the finals; how does Edzo feel? All we hear about as far as the Kraken go is that they need that one big scorer, but it doesn't seem like the Hurricanes do either and it's working for them. :30- ABC's of the Mariners - J is for Just In as in that play by Cole Young got to 1st base just in time. Wow. - K is for Kelenic: we got to see Jarred Kelenic in a White Sox uniform - L is for Luke and his incredible night on Friday- a grand slam and a 3-run home run. :45- We close out the show with one last thing. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

With just a couple meaningless games left for the Seattle Kraken this season, things are very much winding down on another disappointing season. After the Los Angeles Kings clinched a spot by beating Seattle, the guys discuss what might have been if the Kraken had just gotten a little hot down the stretch. Plus, more talk about Ron Francis departing and Tod Leiweke's press conference, and much more Kraken talk. Segments include Weekly One-Timers and What's Good?SUBSCRIBE! ENJOY! REVIEW!

The Kraken finally move on from Ron Francis. We look back at where he left the organization, the coming audit, and what challenges GM Jason Botterill has ahead of him.

Chris and Nate join to talk about the Mariners weekend against the Astros. Are Cal, Julio, and Naylor starting to come out of their slow start to the season? How bad are the Astros? During Daily Power Play, we hear from Tod Leiweke during the pre game show on Saturday as he talks about letting go of Ron Francis. Greg Cosell joins to talk about edge rushers in this years NFL draft.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

On this great ".5" episode of the Sound Of Hockey Podcast, Darren goes 1-on-1 with legendary Kraken broadcaster John Forslund. The guys touch on a wide range of topics, from Lil Boo to Ron Francis' departure, to a roster "facelift" to Eddie Olczyk's future on the Kraken boradcast. Awesome stuff. Enjoy! SUBSCRIBE! ENJOY! REVIEW!

In this episode of 32 Thoughts, Kyle Bukauskas and Elliotte Friedman open with the Pittsburgh Penguins returning to the playoffs and the strong coaching impact of Dan Muse, while the Utah Mammoth also clinch a postseason berth (12:00). They discuss Cole Caufield reaching the 50-goal mark (17:00), the Islanders picking up their first win under Peter DeBoer (29:00) and the tightening Eastern Conference race, including Buffalo finally ending their playoff drought (38:00). The guys also look ahead to a physical Dallas–Minnesota first-round matchup (45:30), break down the Western Conference race (48:00), and touch on the future of Alex Ovechkin (51:00). They also cover the Maple Leafs hiring a firm to assist in their GM search (57:00), the Devils parting ways with Tom Fitzgerald (1:00:30), evolving conversations around data-driven front offices (1:04:00), and Ron Francis stepping down in Seattle (1:19:00). The Final Thought focuses on the USHL adopting a standard player development agreement (1:28:30) Kyle and Elliotte answer listener questions in the Thoughtline (1:34:32) In the final segment Kyle Bukauskas talks to recently retired 13 year NHL veteran Ryan Johansen (2:10:21). This week we highlight Vancouver's pop-psych band Groove Saloon and their track Look At Me. Check their music out here. Listen to all the 32 Thoughts music here. Email the podcast at 32thoughts@sportsnet.ca or call the Thought Line at 1-833-311-3232 and leave us a voicemail. This podcast was produced and mixed by Dominic Sramaty and hosted by Elliotte Friedman & Kyle Bukauskas. The views and opinions expressed in this podcast are those of the hosts and guests and do not necessarily reflect the position of Rogers Sports & Media or any affiliates

The Seattle Kraken are moving on from Ron Francis, the first GM in team history and the President of Hockey Ops for the past season. The guys give lengthy reactions to this bombshell news and respond to fan questions about it. Plus, an interview with Kraken prospect and Coachella Valley Firebirds defenseman Tyson Jugnauth. Segments include Goalie Gear Corner, Weekly One-Timers and What's Good?SUBSCRIBE! ENJOY! REVIEW!

In this episode Sam and Andrew discuss some nhl news with the  Devils firing their GM to Ron Francis stepping down from Seattle (2:30). Then they discuss the Hurricanes clinching the Metro division, Taylor Hall, and the AHL players being called up (15:38). For the last part of the episode they recap the Overtime Boston win (31:40). If you have any questions or just want to contact us please email us at: thecaniacreport@gmail.com Follow us on our Social Media Accounts below! X: https://twitter.com/TheCaniacReport Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/thecaniacreport/ BlueSky: https://bsky.app/profile/thecaniacreport.bsky.social Tiktok: https://www.tiktok.com/@thecaniacreportpod YouTube Link: https://www.youtube.com/@TheCaniacReport Donation Link: https://paypal.me/sgwallace917?country.x=US&locale.x=en_US Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

It's a busy week around the NHL, and we break it all down with David Pagnotta, Editor-in-Chief of The Fourth Period. We kick things off in Toronto, where the Toronto Maple Leafs made headlines by moving on from G.M. Brad Treliving just moments after our last conversation. Who could be next in line to take over, and why are names like Sunny Mehta gaining traction? From there, we take a tour around the league's front office shakeups—what's going on with Tom Fitzgerald in New Jersey, whether Sheldon Keefe could be next to fall and what Ron Francis stepping down in Seattle means for the Kraken. We also dive into the ongoing G.M. search in Nashville and what Peter DeBoer will bring to the New York Islanders. Plus, Pagnotta shares what's grabbing his attention most in a tight playoff race, and we close with a look at the Edmonton Oilers—who are quietly rounding into form with a more structured, defensive game. A full lap around the NHL's biggest stories, rumors and trends with one of the game's top insiders. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Ron Francis is out as President of Hockey Ops in Seattle, where does the franchise go from here? Which destination is more appealing for new GM candidates. We have our first confirmed matchup for the 2026 Stanley Cup Playoffs. Can Chabot power the Senators into the playoffs? Also included are our final predictions for who we think will claim the final playoff spots. All this and more from Stick ‘Em Up.Intro - 0:00Ron Francis Out in Seattle - 0:15Teams are Starting to Become More Proactive - 10:00Is Toronto or New Jersey More Desirable for a GM - 15:00First Playoff Matchup Confirmed - 27:30Oilers Footage Drop - 36:00Chabot the Warrior - 43:40Final Playoff Predictions - 56:40This or That - 01:18:30Final Thoughts - 01:29:40Stick ‘Em Up Socials:Instagram - https://www.instagram.com/seuhockey/Twitter - https://x.com/SEUHockeyTikTok - https://www.tiktok.com/@seuhockeyYoutube - https://www.youtube.com/@StickEmUpPodcastBluesky - https://bsky.app/profile/seuhockey.bsky.social

On hour one of Flames Talk, Pat Steinberg and Logan Gordon break down a pivotal night for the youth movement following Thursday's loss in Colorado. The headline news is official: Abram Wiebe has signed his entry-level deal and is slated to make his NHL debut Saturday in Seattle. The guys discuss the tidy work by GM Craig Conroy to get this deal over the line and what Wiebe brings to a depleted blueline. They also celebrate the emergence of Tyson Gross, who notched his first NHL goals against the Avalanche, and analyze Zayne Parekh's most dominant performance of the season—logging nearly 18 minutes against Colorado. (33:17) Daily Flames Roundtable: Alongside Derek Wills, the crew reacts to Ryan Lomberg's hilarious guest appearance on the broadcast and debates his long-term future in Calgary. They also look ahead to the final stop of the road trip in Seattle, where the Kraken are reeling after the departure of Ron Francis. 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.

Brock and Salk discuss what is next for the Mariners and what has gone wrong so far as they sit at 4-9. Afterwards, Greg Wyshinski of ESPN joins the show to discuss the Kraken firing Ron Francis, how they will move forward and what the Kraken have to do to become a winning hockey team. In Blue 88, Brock takes a look at the Seahawks that have the most to develop and gain this upcoming season, if the Seahawks will draft a running back and why the Seahawks aren't alone in adding impact at the line of scrimmage.

On this episode of The Steve Dangle Podcast, 00:00 Leafs We're Sorry Night, Old LFRs and mascots 12:00 Seattle and Ron Francis part ways 35:00 Evan Bouchard for Norris? 49:30 McDavid for Hart? 59:30 Stolarz is injured again 1:13:55 Is Sonny Mehta going to New Jersey or Toronto? 1:36:00 3D printed equipment Visit this episode's sponsors: The Toyota Tacoma is the ultimate power play during Red Tag Days. Visit http://shoptoyota.ca/ Our listeners get the Harry's Plus Trial Set for only $10 at http://harrys.com/sdp If you're thinking of starting therapy, give BetterHelp a try. Visit betterhelp.com/sdp⁠ today to get 10% off your first month. For all the odds, T's and C's, and to learn more visit ⁠https://betmgm.com/DANGLE⁠. 19+ to wager. Any opinion expressed is not advice, a promise or suggestion that increases the chance of winning. Please play responsibly. If you have questions or concerns about your gambling or someone close to you, please contact ConnexOntario at 1-866-531-2600 to speak to an advisor, free of charge. BetMGM operates pursuant to an operating agreement with iGaming Ontario. Watch all episodes of The Steve Dangle Podcast here: https://www.youtube.com/playlist?list=PLLk7FZfwCEidkgWpSiHVkYT7HrIzLPXlY Watch clips of The Steve Dangle podcast here: https://www.youtube.com/playlist?list=PLLk7FZfwCEieOJuIrqWyZPWSIJtVMCbLz Buy SDP merch https://sdpnshop.ca/ Visit https://sdpn.ca/schedule to see when our next live stream airs! Check out https://sdpn.ca/events to see The Steve Dangle Podcast live! Watch hockey with us! Live on YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/playlist?list=PLLk7FZfwCEifCTX0vkKEaGg9otrW4Zl2k Subscribe to the sdpn YouTube Channel: https://www.youtube.com/@sdpn?sub_confirmation=1Join Subscribe to SDP VIP!: YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UC0a0z05HiddEn7k6OGnDprg/join Apple Podcasts: https://apple.co/thestevedanglepodcast Spotify: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/sdpvip/subscribe - Follow us on Twitter: @Steve_Dangle, @AdamWylde, & @JesseBlake Follow us on Instagram: @SteveDangle, @AdamWylde, & @Jesse.Blake Join us on Discord: https://discord.com/invite/MtTmw9rrz7 For general inquiries email: info@sdpn.ca Reach out to https://www.sdpn.ca/sales to connect with our sales team and discuss the opportunity to integrate your brand within our content! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

On today's Daily Puck Drop, Jason "Puck" Puckett is in rainy Hawaii but the show doesn't stop!  Puck touches in on the Mariners pitiful offense, doing a live show from a conference room, and the Kraken have another busy offseason. Puck than welcomes KJ-Arent's with Mitch Levy  and they start with the Masters, Jack Nicklaus errant tee shot, Mitch's buddy and former Open Champion Mark Calcavecchia getting booted from Augusta, Mariners awful offense and Mike Vrabel's side piece.  You can watch and listen to the full show during the LIVE Daily puck Drop, but once the live show is over, the full show is ONLY available for Puck's Posse members. Join today at PuckSports.com for just $5/month!  Jim Duquette, MLB Network Radio joins Puck to help him and Mariners fans calm down with the start of the season.  What is he noticing with the team?  Would Colt Emerson help and would it be a panic move?  Angles/Braves brawl, did MLB get it right?  And, Konnor Griffin huge deal with the Pirates. Kraken broadcaster Everett Fitzhugh joins Puck for his weekly visit and reacts to Ron Francis stepping down as the President of the Kraken.  What's next for the struggling franchise?  “On This Day….”   It's all about the Masters Puck wraps up the show with, “Hey, What the Puck!?”   Jim Whittaker was an icon. (1:00) Puck (7:10) KJ-Arent's w/ Mitch Levy (19:50) Jim Duquette, MLB Network Radio (42:33) “The Full Fitz” with Everett Fitzhugh ( 1:04:32) “On This Day….”( 1:06:47 ) “Hey, What the Puck!” 

Bump and Stacy are joined by Jeff Marek of the Daily Faceoff to get his thoughts on the resignation of Seattle Kraken President of Hockey Operations Ron Francis and whether we should except to see more changes in the organization, they answer your questions about Seahawks offseason and Quarterback development in Four Down Territory, they hop aboard the Hype Train, and they wrap up the show by telling you what you need to know! 

On this episode of The Chris Johnston show, Julian McKenzie and Chris Johnston go over a variety of topics including: (1:30) The Maple Leafs hiring firm to find next president and/or GM (5:15) Is Sunny Mehta already a favourite for Toronto or could he go elsewhere? (9:00) Who do the Maple Leafs want to hire a President or GM could determine which way Toronto goes (14:30) The interest with Mike Gillis is real for Maple Leafs (17:30) The Maple Leafs put themselves into a spot where they might not get a top-5 pick (20:00) Ron Francis stepping down from Kraken (27:00) Tom Fitzgerald being let go by the Devils (31:00) Will New Jersey trade Hischier? (36:30) Is this the last year for Alex Ovechkin? (45:00) Connor McDavid is hot, hot, hot (49:00) Stick Taps Today's sponsor: SHADY RAYS Go to ⁠http://shadyrays.com⁠ and use code SDP for 40% off 2+ pairs of polarized sunglasses. MACK WELDON: Go to http://mackweldon.com and get 20% off your first order of $125, or more with code CJ. SHOPIFY: Sign up for your one-dollar-per-month trial today at http://shopify.com/johnston Watch all episodes of The Chris Johnston Show here: https://www.youtube.com/playlist?list=PLLk7FZfwCEifwZnM5KxOFlm0lQjkEheLw Buy CJ Show merch: https://sdpnshop.ca/collections/cj-show Follow us on Instagram: @reporterchris @jkamckenzie and @sdpnsports Follow us on X: @reporterchris @jkamckenzie @sdpnsports Reach out to ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://www.sdpn.ca/sales⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ to connect with our sales team Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

In the second hour, Dave Softy Mahler and Hugh Millen react to the conversation with Seahawks Head Coach Mike Macdonald including his comments about Sam Darnold and how an entire off-season with Rashid Shaheed can help the offense, then we hear some breaking news regarding Ron Francis stepping down from his role with the Seattle Kraken before Hugh dives deeper into Elijah Arroyo’s role and how he can grow ahead.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Beat Migs! We go straight to the comments, and boy do people have a bone to pick.

The Masters are underway and Ian poses the question of whether you were separated from your phone, how stressed would you be? Is it fun or liberating. We dig into what the Kraken are doing in the wake of Ron Francis stepping down. We listen to Tod Leiweke's thoughts on the future of the team. Bobby Casper, Real Golf Radio joins Ian from Augusta to provide us some insight on what he's seeing on the first day of the Masters. Bobby saw his father win in 1970 and has known the course for years. He gives us his thoughts on the field this year. Eno Sarris, The Athletic joins Ian to break down the latest we've seen from the Mariners, especially considering the 'it's early' talk when it comes to the offense. Eno says Julio Rodriguez needs to lock in, but also explains why the perpetual 'big hitters' might be trying to do what's outside of their best skillsets at this time of year. We touch in on Josh Naylor and Cal Raleigh when it comes to the 'cause for concern' meter. The Daily Power Play! We hear from Tod Leiweke on Ron Francis moving away, as well as Jason Botterill conducting the "independent audit" of the team. Steve Palozzolo, The 33rd Team joins Ian to dig into the edge rushers in this year's draft. He tells us who he thinks could be a realistic target for the team, while the Seahawks have limited draft picks. Where are their biggest needs and how can they address them in this year's draft? Checking in on the Texts, Talkbacks and Youtube Comments! Crosstalk with Softy!See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

MARK MCLEMORE (former Mariner/Rangers broadcast team) What's happening in the Clubhouse when the team has high expectations and you get off to a slow start? With Ichiro being honored this weekend, we ask Mark about playing with the legend and what that was like. What was it about that 2001 team that made them so damn good? When Mark and his teammates get together and talk about today's game, what are they talking about? The approach? The money? :30- It's time to check out Santa's back sack and today we are talking running backs. We revisit Rob Rang's thoughts on Jadarian Price and Hugh Millen's thoughts on Mike Washington, two RB draft possibilities for the Seahawks. :45- Yesterday the Kraken announced that Ron Francis will step down as the President of Hockey Operations at the end of the season. The timing was a little odd, but the move makes sense as the Kraken season was disappointing for everyone. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

MARK MCLEMORE (former Mariner/Rangers broadcast team) What's happening in the Clubhouse when the team has high expectations and you get off to a slow start? With Ichiro being honored this weekend, we ask Mark about playing with the legend and what that was like. What was it about that 2001 team that made them so damn good? When Mark and his teammates get together and talk about today's game, what are they talking about? The approach? The money? :30- It's time to check out Santa's back sack and today we are talking running backs. We revisit Rob Rang's thoughts on Jadarian Price and Hugh Millen's thoughts on Mike Washington, two RB draft possibilities for the Seahawks. :45- Yesterday the Kraken announced that Ron Francis will step down as the President of Hockey Operations at the end of the season. The timing was a little odd, but the move makes sense as the Kraken season was disappointing for everyone.

Ben Ennis and Brent Gunning open the second hour by discussing Vladimir Guerrero Jr.'s growing leadership role with the Blue Jays. They chat about Vlad's slow start to the season and how much responsibility he carries for the team's early struggles, before debating the extended pitching warmup time granted for Shohei Ohtani. Is it fair? The boys also get into Ron Francis' potential fit in Toronto, the celebrity presence at Augusta, and how it changes the atmosphere at The Masters. After the break, Sportsnet NHL analyst Jason Bukala (27:41) joins to break down the Leafs' recent performance, what to expect down the stretch, and the depth players that stood out. He also weighs in on the team's front office structure, the influence of organizational leadership and PR, as well as the Oilers' dominant stretch led by Connor McDavid. 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.

Mike Benton with the Apr. 9 episode of Kraken This Morning, ahead of the homestead opener vs. Vegas at 7pm PT and joined by radio voice Everett Fitzhugh. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Mike Benton with Everett Fitzhugh and Al Kinisky in the Apr. 8 episode of Kraken Weekly, joined by Jake Hahn of SiriusXM NHL Network Radio. Mike is also joined at the top of the show by Ian Furness, discussing the departure of Ron Francis from his role as president of hockey operations. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Major changes are underway in Seattle as Ron Francis steps down after seven seasons — but could this just be the beginning?

The 24th episode of Circling Seattle Sports' weekly Seattle Kraken show, Keeping up with the Seattle Kraken, sees RJ of Emerald City Hockey and Darren of Sound of Hockey join CSS founder and editor-in-chief Charles Hamaker to discuss the news that Kraken President of hockey operations Ron Francis will be stepping down at the end of the season, Jason Botterill's role in all of this, Lane Lambert's role, and more.

During Hour 2 Frank Seravalli from Victory+ TV joined the show discussing Ron Francis, the Leafs' GM search, and the NHL playoff races. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Jamie Dodd and Thomas Drance are joined by Allison Lukan to break down the Seattle Kraken's front office changes, including Ron Francis stepping down, and what Vancouver can learn from a more aggressive, accountable approach to team-building. Former NHLer Ryan Johansen reflects on his career, the importance of leadership for young teams, and why rebuilding should show clearer progress after three years. The show also welcomes Tony Khan, who previews AEW Dynasty coming to Vancouver while drawing parallels between managing sports franchises and building winning cultures. Plus, thoughts on the Canucks' own direction as pressure mounts for meaningful organizational change. This podcast is produced by Dominic Sramaty and Elan CharkThe 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 Alberga & Jay Rosehill break down a brutal night for the Maple Leafs, falling 4-0 to the Washington Capitals in a game overshadowed by injuries to Anthony Stolarz, Brandon Carlo, and Dakota Joshua. Additionally, they also tee up the second half of the back-to-back as the Leafs head to Long Island to take on the Islanders in Pete DeBoer's debut behind the bench. Artur Akhtyamov will make his NHL debut. Plus, the boys react to the news of Ron Francis stepping down as President of Hockey Operations in Seattle — could he be a fit in Toronto's ongoing front-office search? And to top it off, former Leaf & TSN hockey analyst Mike Johnson drops by to dish on all the mayhem.

Nick Alberga & Jay Rosehill are joined by former Maple Leaf and TSN Hockey analyst Mike Johnson for a wide-ranging conversation on all things Toronto.To start, MJ weighs in on Anthony Stolarz's latest injury and what it could mean for both his trade value and the Leafs' short- and long-term outlook. From there, he discusses Artur Akhtyamov getting set to make his first NHL start on Long Island, before diving into the idea of tanking and whether finishing in the bottom five is a viable strategy.The conversation then shifts to Toronto's front-office search, with MJ offering thoughts on candidates like Sunny Mehta and Ron Francis, while stressing the importance of a dual structure featuring both a president of hockey operations and a GM.MJ also reflects on his own future, admitting he's thought about a move into management, but reiterating his passion for his current role in media. Looking ahead, he outlines what the Leafs' top priorities should be this summer and weighs the idea of a rebuild versus a retool — leaning rebuild, with a few important caveats.To wrap, MJ shares his perspective on whether Toronto remains a desirable destination across the hockey world, and highlights one key on-ice adjustment he believes is crucial: improving the team's ability to advance the puck up the ice.

On hour two of Sportsnet Today, Patrick Dumas and Peter Klein get you up to speed on all the latest news from around the sports world on another edition of Headlines! Flames game day, Leafs and Devils talking with a Panthers' executive, the latest from The Masters, and more! (23:07) David Pagnotta of The Fourth Period joins the show! David stops by to share his reactions to a number of NHL teams firing coaches and general managers in the last few games of the season, Ron Francis stepping down from his position with the Kraken, and more from around the NHL! 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 hour two of Flames Talk, Pat Steinberg and Logan Gordon break down Tuesday's overtime loss to the Dallas Stars that mathematically eliminates them from the playoffs. After losing Kevin Bahl in the first period to a lower-body injury, the guys discuss the best plan for the remainder of the season, who comes into the lineup, and whether to leave the last recall for Rory Kerins.  (26:33) Pat is joined by our Pacific Division Insider, Jonathan Davis, to spin around the biggest stories in the division, including the three-way race for top spot, the postseason hopes for the Kings, Ron Francis stepping down in the Kraken organziation and 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 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 aflevering #148 krijgen de heren een identieke line-up aan die van vorige week. Waar Bruce Cassidy plaatsmaakte voor John Tortorella maakte Patrick Roy op Long Island plaats voor Peter DeBoer. Iets ten westen van de Islanders werd GM Tom Fitzgerald ontslagen bij New Jersey Devils. Nadat de heren ook de wildcardrace bespreken staan ze ook nog even kort stil bij Ron Francis, die na dit seizoen een punt achter zijn avontuur bij Seattle Kraken zet.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

On this episode of The Sick Podcast, Pierre McGuire and Jimmy Murphy discuss Ron Francis stepping down from his role as president of hockey operations for the Seattle Kraken, the next step for the Kraken, where they've gone wrong, a big divisional matchup between the Montreal Canadiens and Tampa Bay Lightning, the start of the Pete DeBoer era in Long Island and much more! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Scott Bowers from Ron Francis Wiring returns to The MuscleCar Place to talk about the art—and reality—of wiring hot rods the right way. With decades of experience helping builders bring everything from garage projects to award-winning show cars to life, Scott shares why thoughtful wiring design makes all the difference. Instead of generic “universal” kits, Ron Francis Wiring focuses on engineered systems built around real-world setups, ensuring builders get harnesses that make sense and actually work the way they should. Along the way, Scott shares behind-the-scenes stories from the SEMA Show, dives into the surprising rise of the Ford Crown Victoria as a hot-rodding platform, and busts one of the most common electrical myths in the hobby—why installing a high-amp alternator won't “overcharge” your system. It's a fun and practical conversation filled with real-world tech knowledge that every builder—from first-time project owners to seasoned fabricators—can appreciate. The post TMCP #641: Scott Bowers – Ron Francis Wiring – Wiring a Hot Rod the Right Way first appeared on The Muscle Car Place.

Look here listeners, podcasts come and go, but the chance to talk about Hartford . . . The Whale?  You only get to do one of those episodes maybe once or twice in a lifetime.  And lucky you, tonight is one of those nights and we're talkin' about the 1985-86 Hartford Whalers!  Considered by most to be the most successful season in club history, the squad was lead by names like Ron Francis, Ray Ferraro, Sylvain Turgeon and Kevin Dineen, plus not one but two (!!!) Babych brothers and the steady Mike Luit between the pipes!  The dispatched the division winning Nordiques in three straight, the only playoff series victory in franchise history, before losing to the Habs in the Adams final in 7 games.In period two we talk about the suddenly inconsistent Winnipeg Jets, talk about the injury bug that seems to be biting everyone and dip our toes into international waters with a little Team Canada chatter.In the third, we've got a brand new sponsored segment for ya, plus another Score pack attack, and maybe a GLH update for you if you play your cards right!

In this Summer Coolers edition of NHL Wraparound, Neil Smith and Vic Morren dive deep into the least inspiring of the 32 NHL teams heading into the 2025–26 season: the Seattle Kraken.After a quick taste of playoff success in their second year, the Kraken have slid into irrelevance—27th overall last season, a questionable coaching hire in Lane Lambert, and little improvement made during the offseason.They've got some exciting prospects like Shane Wright and former Calder winner Matty Beniers, but the goaltending is shaky, the power play regressed, and the club is still searching for its identity in a league that has passed them by.

Mike Sullivan available (4:20), New front office structure (21:30)

It was a wild start to the week for the Seattle Kraken and their fanbase, as the team announced on Monday that it had fired head coach Dan Bylsma after just one season at the helm. It was also announced that Ron Francis would become president of hockey operations, and Jason Botterill would become general manager. In this episode, the guys spend most of the hour reacting to that news and unpacking the Tuesday's press conference. It's a lot to cover, but the guys do their best to hit all the necessary points.Segments include Weekly One-Timers, Down on the Farm, and What's Good? SUBSCRIBE! ENJOY! REVIEW!

Salk is fired up to start the show after seeing news of the Kraken promoting Ron Francis while firing Dan Bylsma, along with John Schneider saying their struggles to fix the offensive line is a lazy narrative and Jon Morosi suggesting that Dylan Moore should be hitting leadoff moving forward. Then, they re-air their conversation with Adam Jude of The Seattle Times to discuss the Mariners recent success, Cal Raleigh, Julio Rodriguez and more.

ESPN's Greg Wyshinski joins Mike Salk to discuss whether the Kraken could make any more moves ahead of the trade deadline, how they did in their trade with Tampa and whether Ron Francis is the right guy to rebuild this roster. Then, we discuss the M's split squad results, the lates on DK Metcalf trade rumors and the Kraken's loss to the Preds in Need to Know. Plus, we take your calls as we do every Friday.

Scott Bowers of Ron Francis Wiring: Chassis Harnesses, Engine Swaps, Trade Shows to Hit, and Racing for Marketing (and FUN)! The post TMCP #602: Scott Bowers of Ron Francis Wiring: Chassis Harnesses, Engine Swaps, Trade Shows to Hit, and Racing for Marketing (and FUN)! first appeared on The Muscle Car Place.

On this edition of the Keeping Karlsson Fantasy Hockey Podcast mega-show, Elan and Brian process the stunning Mikko Rantanen and Martin Necas swap, the return of Tony DeAngelo, and play a "who'd you rather?" between a whole lot of forwards seeing favourable new deployment. The KKUPFL needs replacement managers! Get your first taste of the world's greatest, most fun and most competitive fantasy hockey league. Head to kkupfl.com for all the details on how to join the waitlist for the Keeping Karlsson Ultimate Patron Fantasy League's 10th season, and get your KKUPFL career started. Players discussed on this episode include Mikko Rantanen, Eric Staal, Ron Francis, Zarley Zalapski, Taylor Hall, Shayne Gostisbehere, Martin Necas, Juuso Parssinen, Jack Drury, Tony DeAngelo, Alexander Romanov, Jacob Markstrom, Jake Allen, Isaac Poulter, Nico Daws, Jack Hughes, Nico Hischier, Timo Meier, Adam Fantilli, Sean Monahan, Elvis Merzlikins, Luca Del Bel Belluz, Anthony Beauvillier, Michael Bunting, Erik Karlsson, Kris Letang, Lukas Dostal, Trevor Zegras, Mason McTavish, Bobby McMann, Jared Spurgeon, Filip Gustavsson, Aaron Ekblad, Morgan Geekie, David Pastrnak, Evgeni Dadonov, Roope Hintz, Darren Raddysh, Victor Hedman, Filip Forsberg, Juuse Saros, Barrett Hayton, Tanner Pearson, Adin Hill, Ilya Samsonov, Igor Shesterkin, Adam Fox, Alexis Lafreniere, Will Smith, Mikael Granlund, Marco Kasper, Jiri Kulich, Jason Zucker, Tage Thompson, Viktor Arvidsson, Stuart Skinner, Dylan Strome, Brady Tkachuk and more. Join the Keeping Karlsson patron community.. and the KKUPFL! Patrons get KKUPFL waitlist status, plus monthly bonus AMA episodes, and full access to our incredible, inclusive, informative, moderated patrons-only Discord server. Want to stay up to date on all the latest NHL line combos, goalie starts and fantasy news, all sorted by team? Visit the absolutely essential GameDayTweets.com. We always invite and appreciate your feedback. Let us know what you think @keepingkarlsson, and if you love the show, please rate and write us a five-star review on Apple Podcasts or your podcast platform of choice. Join our inclusive, passionate and brilliant Keeping Karlsson community by becoming a patron of Keeping Karlsson. For the cost of a cup of coffee each month, patrons power new episodes and get all kinds of perks in return, like managing teams in the Keeping Karlsson Ultimate Patron Fantasy League (aka the KKUPFL), access to our patrons-only Discord Server, bonus monthly Patroncasts, and weekly show scripts. Keeping Karlsson is proudly presented by DobberHockey.

Brock and Salk react to Mike Macdonald's comments on the Seahawks right guard position and didn't love what they heard. They also discuss the three Seattle GM's in town with Jerry Dipoto, John Schneider and Ron Francis. Each have recently fired their head coach and each currently have a lot to prove, so they break down each of their situations. In Blue 88, Brocks takes a look at N'Keal Harry, production vs projection in college football compared to the NFL, and John Mateer.