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In hour one, Jason Brough and guest host Jamie Dodd look back at the previous day in sports, they discuss if the Canucks would be willing to trade Thatcher Demko (3:00), plus they talk last night's playoff action with Sportsnet NHL analyst Sam Cosentino (26:27). This podcast is produced by Andy Cole and Greg Balloch. The views and opinions expressed in this podcast are those of the hosts and guests and do not necessarily reflect the position of Rogers Media Inc. or any affiliate.
Hour 2 of the Big Show with George Rusic & Matt Rose is on demand! To kick off hour the guys discuss where the Flames will draft in the first round of the '25 NHL draft and some of the players the Flames might have on their Draft Board. George also asks the guys if they want to see the Flames be in the lottery sweepstakes next season for an attempt at Gavin McKenna. (17:07) Later on, Sam Cosentino joins the show for more on the draft! Sam speaks the Islanders moving up 10 spots to win the first overall spot, names the Flames will look to target with the 18th selection, his projected top 10 list, centreman that will be available throughout the first round 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.
On this hour of Flames Talk, Pat Steinberg and Wes Gilbertson are joined by Sportsnet draft analyst Sam Cosentino following the conclusion of the 2025 NHL Draft Lottery! Sam shares his thoughts on the Flames picking at number 18 on the board, and players they could be targeting with that pick. Plus, he shares his instant reaction to the Islanders winning the lottery, and so much more!The views and opinions expressed in this podcast are those of the hosts and guests and do not necessarily reflect the position of Rogers Media Inc. or any affiliate. https://www.sportsnet.ca/960/flames-talk/
Jamie and Randip break down a tough night for Hellebuyck and the Jets, the rising dominance of Kaprizov, and why Pettersson needs to reach that elite level in playoff matchups. Sam Cosentino joins to discuss Aatu Raty's NHL potential, and we explore how Barrett Hayton could quietly become a key piece for the Canucks' top six. Plus, Pete Blackburn joins to discuss league fines, Minnesota's strong push in the playoffs, and why the Oilers and Bruins are facing major question marks. This podcast is produced by Lina SetaghianThe views and opinions expressed in this podcast are those of the hosts and guests and do not necessarily reflect the position of Rogers Media Inc. or any affiliate.
Ailish Forfar and Justin Cuthbert kick things off by previewing Game 2 of the Battle of Ontario. Anthony Petrielli joins the show (9:21) to share his take on how the Leafs should approach Game 2, what to expect from the officiating, Max Domi's role, which Senator has quickly become public enemy #1 in Toronto, and more. Then, Sportsnet's Sam Cosentino joins the show (30:00) to discuss his early playoff takeaways, the Islanders moving on from Lou Lamoriello, 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 Sports & Media or any affiliates.
Hour 2 of the Big Show with George Rusic and Matt Rose is on demand! To kick off the hour the guys have discussion on the future of Rasmus Andersson. The guys ask if tonight could be the last game he will play as a member of the Calgary Flames. (17:15) Later on, Sam Cosentino joins the show! Sam gives his thoughts on the Rasmus Andersson discussion, what he expects from Zayne Parekh's debut/ future with the Flames organization, Parkeh and Lane Hutson in terms of comparables, the playoff matchups he has his eye on 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.
Hour 2 of The FAN Morning Show kicks off with Ben and Brent discussing the Maple Leafs' goaltending situation, Paul Maurice's comments about seeing “no value” in winning the Atlantic Division, Jalen Chatfield's UFC-style takedown on Capitals F Connor McMichael, how Vladimir Guerrero Jr. will navigate questions about his future during the Jays' upcoming visit to New York, and the Dodgers' 8-0 start to the season. Afterwards, the guys are joined by Sportsnet's Sam Cosentino (27:33) to chat about the Leafs' win over the Panthers, Mitch Marner's form heading into the post-season, John Tavares' recent goal scoring surge, and Anthony Stolarz cementing his place atop the Leafs' goaltending tandem.The views and opinions expressed in this podcast are those of the hosts and guests and do not necessarily reflect the position of Rogers Sports & Media or any affiliate.
In hour one, Mike & Jason look back at the previous day in sports (3:00), they discuss the breaking news of the Philadelphia Flyers firing head coach John Tortorella (6:00), they talk a massive Canucks win over the Islanders yesterday (12:00), plus they chat the NHL playoff race with Sportsnet analyst Sam Cosentino (26:43). This podcast is produced by Andy Cole and Greg Balloch. The views and opinions expressed in this podcast are those of the hosts and guests and do not necessarily reflect the position of Rogers Media Inc. or any affiliate.
Hour 2 of The Big Show w/ Rustic & Rose is On Demand! On this hour the guys are joined by Hockey Analyst Sam Cosentino to discuss the Calder Trophy race, The Flames Wednesday night battle against The Canucks, and a look at what's to come in the NHL playoffs! (19:10) George, Matt, and GVP are joined by Roughnecks GM Mike Board to discuss the Roughnecks latest trade deadline moves, what the rest of the season looks like with a playoff push, and what the road ahead looks like for the Roughnecks! 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.
Brent Gunning and Daniele Franceschi discuss recent reports on Vlad Guerrero Jr.'s contract talks with the Blue Jays, revealing his $500M ask. They analyze whether this demand is reasonable, its implications for his future in Toronto, and if he's worth that value. The duo also briefly addresses Tiger Woods' injury and potential career implications. Later, they welcome Sportsnet's Sam Cosentino (30:40) to discuss the NHL, focusing on Canadian teams like the Senators and Canucks, and the playoffs' significance in those markets. They also debate the Bruins' resilience.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.
Ailish Forfar and Justin Cuthbert continue recapping the NHL Trade Deadline, beginning with Sportsnet's Jason Bukala (0:20). The trio review whether the Toronto Maple Leafs improved enough by adding Scott Laughton and Brandon Carlo, why Brad Treliving was comfortable subtracting Fraser Minten while holding onto Easton Cowan, Jake Walman's impact on the Edmonton Oilers blueline, why Logan Stankoven will soften the blow of the Carolina Hurricanes losing Mikko Rantanen, and the Ottawa Senators' underrated yet effective deadline. Afterwards, Ailish and Justin are joined by Sportsnet's Sam Cosentino (29:45) to dig further into the Senators bringing in Dylan Cozens and Fabian Zetterlund, they debate Ottawa's readiness for a playoff push and the potential of Mikko Rantanen's Dallas Stars taking on his former squad in the Colorado Avalanche this postseason. The show comes to a close with Ailish and Justin's deadline takeaways, including the Winnipeg Jets and Washington Capitals deciding to opt for a quieter deadline.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.
Coming Down the Pipe... [0:00] - The Intro for Season 20 of The Pipeline Show [1:12] - Guy kicks the week off by looking at which teams are riding the hottest streaks right now as the playoffs get closer and closer. WHL, OHL, QMJHL, AJHL, BCHL, USHL and NCAA. [14:42] - This week's episode of The Pipeline Show only has one guest but we're going two full segments with Sam Cosentino. In this first segment we'll discuss the changing landscape of junior hockey in North America including NCAA rule change, the impact on various junior leagues, Penticton Vees leaving the BCHL and getting an expansion team for the WHL next year, where does the USHL fit in all of this...and more! [40:04] - In Part 2 of the hour with Sportsnet hockey analyst Sam Cosentino, we're talking almost exclusively about the WHL notables for the Class of 2025. First some thoughts on Matthew Schaeffer who, despite being limited to just 17 games with the Erie Otters and 2 with Canada's WJC team, has seen his stock RISE to be the #1 ranked player in the draft. Then it's all about the WHL including thoughts on Lynden Lakovic, Roger McQueen, Radim Mrtka, Jackson Smith, Braeden Cootes, Cole Reschny, Blake Fiddler, Ben Kindel and more.
On hour 1 of Sportsnet Today, Logan Gordon and Shan Virjee break down the Calgary Flames loss following their Saturday Hockey Night in Canada tilt against Nashville Predators by a score of 4-1 as they end their three game homestand. The guys dive into making a case that Andrei Kuzmenko should remain in the lineup after the effort seen on Sunday, and the team continues to have inconsistencies and struggles with their penalty killing. (27:49) Sam Cosentino, NHL prospects and draft analyst for Sportsnet joins the show to chat with Logan about United States winning Gold for a second straight year at the World Junior Championship, this time an overtime victory against Finland. Sam dives into the continuous success of United States in the tournament. Also he discusses the missed opportunities for Team Canada, including not having Zayne Parekh on the team.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. Catch every episode of Sportsnet Today live on Sportsnet 960 from 1-3pm MST! Hour 1 Music: Island Life - Atomic Drum AssemblyHour 2 Music: Egozi - Jell O Logan's X: @Fan960Logan on X Produced by Cameron Hughes and Shan Virjee.
Justin Bourne and Sam McKee welcome in Sportsnet's Sam Cosentino to offer his thoughts on Canada's loss at the World Junior Championships, where the blame lies in the disappointment, and the direction needed to get back on track. (1:31) Then, they take a look at the U.S. development program, and what has allowed the Americans to improve so vastly, before getting into what the ‘Canadian' style of hockey looks like, the parallels between the World Juniors roster and the upcoming 4 Nations Face-Off roster, and what could change ahead of the 2026 Olympics. Later, the guys take a look at the strange play in Colorado last night involving Scott Wedgewood and Zach Benson, and finish the show by answering some of your texts. (49:51) 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 hour 2 of the Big Show w/ Patrick Dumas and GVP, Sam Cosentino joins the show to talk all things hockey! They chat about Team Canada at the World Juniors Championship, the Calgary Flames, and the rest of the NHL!(24:33) The hour continues with a discussion around a couple struggling Flames in Yegor Sharangovich and Andrei Kuzmenko. They break down their play of late and what they need to do to get going again. 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.
On hour 1 of Sportsnet Today, Logan Gordon and Shan Virjee break down the Flames' 3-0 win over the Stanley Cup Champion Florida Panthers! The guys share their thoughts on the game, and dive into Dustin Wolf's 2nd career NHL shutout and if he's elevated himself into the Flames' top goalie of the future.(24:11) Sportsnet draft expert Sam Cosentino joins the show! Sam stops by to share what he saw covering Saturday's Ottawa/Pittsburgh tilt, the finalized roster for Team Canada's World Juniors team, Dustin Wolf's Calder Trophy chances, and more 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. Catch every episode of Sportsnet Today live on Sportsnet 960 from 1-3pm MST! Hour 1 Music: Island Life - Atomic Drum AssemblyHour 2 Music: Egozi - Jell O Logan's X: @Fan960Logan on X Produced by Cameron Hughes and Shan Virjee.
The Big Show with Rusic and Rose is On Demand! On hour 2, George and Matt are joined by Julian McKenzie! Julian and the guys breakdown the Flames and Senators game from last night. The guys discuss the Kirkland no goal call, Jake Sanderson logging a ton of minutes last night and all season for the Sens, why Tim Stutzle is the Sens' best player, what Brady Tkachuk brings as a leader for the Sens, Linus Ullmark's play this year and more! (20:44) Later on, Sam Cosentino joins the show! Sam joins the show to discuss the CHL top prospects game. Sam tells us about some of the prospects that could be standouts in the game and what it will mean for scouting as they will get a chance to see all the top players in one place. Later, Sam gives his analysis on the Flames youngsters including Dustin Wolf, Connor Zary, Matt Coronato 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
On hour 2 of Sportsnet Today, Peter Klein is joined by Sportsnet draft and prospects analyst, Sam Cosentino! Sam shares his thoughts on the NHL's 2025 draft class and why he thinks 4 different players could go number one this season, why this draft looks especially good for the Flames, and his process on how he scouts the league's next top players.(25:52) Peter, Cam, and Connor check in on Victor Wembanyama's 50-point, and the guys dive into the Pittsburgh Penguins as their lackluster season continues. The guys share their thoughts on the future of Crosby and co., and how the team can fix their future.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. Catch every episode of Sportsnet Today live on Sportsnet 960 from 1-3pm MST! Hour 1 Music: Island Life - Atomic Drum AssemblyHour 2 Music: Egozi - Jell O Logan's X: @Fan960Logan on X Produced by Cameron Hughes and Shan Virjee.
The Big Show with Rusic and Rose is On Demand! On hour 2, George and Matt start the hour chatting with Sam Cosentino! Sam and the guys discuss if Vegas is the best team in the league currently, what he has made of the Flames during the 3 game losing skid, what the Flames can do to fit some younger players in the lineup, if the Flames would explore a Dan Vladar trade and more!(20:06) Later on, Adnan Virk joins the show! Adnan speaks speaks on Freddie Freeman's incredible performance in the World Series so far, the Yankees rotation struggling despite having the edge before series starting, the run to the World Series the Dodgers have gone through, if Blue Jays fans are missing Teo Hernandez 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
The Big Show with Rusic and Rose is On Demand! On hour 2, George and Matt start the hour with a discussion on Chris Tanev. He spoke to the Leafs media yesterday, the guys react to his demeanor and reminisce on his time as a Flame. (12:15) Later on, Sam Cosentino joins the show for a chat! The guys discuss Sidney Crosby's extension, Lucas Raymond's new deal, how scouts evaluate the young stars classic, Braxton Whitehead committing to the NCAA despite playing games in the WHL, Zayne Parekh's chances to make the Flames roster 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.
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On hour two of The FAN Morning Show Ben Ennis & Brent Gunning focused on NHL Free Agency. They start specifically on the Maple Leafs and the situation with Mitch Marner; with not hearing much on that front, should expectations be he's staying and maybe even an extension coming. The morning duo take a break from sports talk to check in with Nujma Bond, national spokesperson for The Royal Canadian Legion, about how the organization supports Canada's Veterans and their connection to the community. The guys then bring on Sportsnet's own Sam Cosentino (26:35). Sammy gives some insight and analysis of what went down over the weekend. The hour ends with the daily Wake and Rake!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.
Ken Wiebe and Sean Reynolds break down what transpired at the 2024 NHL Draft and get analysis from Sam Cosentino of Sportsnet after the Winnipeg Jets made four selections on Day 2. We also discuss the Rutger McGroarty situation and try to make sense of what comes next.
On hour 3 of the Big Show, George and Matt are joined by David Pagnotta. David joins the guys to discuss some NHL rumors ahead of the NHL draft. David speaks on the possibility of Martin Necas getting traded this week, if there is a possibility of the Flames looking to move Mangiapane or Rasmus Andersson this summer, the latest on Mitch Marner, Steven Stamkos and more!(24:55) To wrap the hour, Sam Cosentino joins the show to talk all things NHL draft. Sam tells us some of the teams that would be interested in getting Tij Iginla ahead of the Flames. Sam also offers the idea of the Flames trading up to get Tij at 5 rather than risking to see of he's available at 9. Sam also gives his thoughts on what the Flames will do at 9, other options for the Flames at 9 like Catton and Eiserman, the trade value of Rutger Mcgroarty, some of the wildcard players in the first round 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.
This is most comprehensive look at the 2024 NHL Draft. Two of best hockey minds, Sam Cosentino and Jason Bukala join the Big Show's Matty Rose for a full Round 1 NHL Mock Draft . They discuss all the top prospects, analyze of each team needs, and then make their best guess on the first 32 picks. Curious about who the Flames should pick at number 9? Tune in and find out.The views and opinions expressed in this podcast are those of the hosts and guests and do not necessarily reflect the position of Rogers Media Inc. or any affiliate.
This Week's Show: Who Will the Habs Pick? Sportsnet's Sam Cosentino Reveals First-Round Draft PredictionsSegment 1 | Week in Review, Habs News, League News⦁ JF Houle left the Laval Rocket for a coaching position in the NCAA.⦁ Canadiens released their 2024-25 preseason schedule. ⦁ Quotes of the week from Cayden Lindstrom.Segment 2 | Mocking the Canadiens Picks: Sportsnet's Draft Analyst Sam CosentinoSportsnet's Draft Analyst Sam Cosentino joins Amy and Rick to discuss his Mock Draft 1.0 and reveal who he believes the Canadiens are likely to select in the first round of the Draft.Segment 3 | Have Your SayCanadiens upcoming events.Canadiens Connection question of the week.Listener's texts and emails.Get the Canadiens Connection!Use our single link here to subscribe to the Canadiens Connection your favorite podcast app.Be sure to follow @habsconnection on Twitter, Facebook, InstagramA new episode of the Canadiens Connection podcast is available weekly on Saturday afternoon. Missed an episode? You can download every episode of the Canadiens Connection HERE.Canadiens Connection on Rocket Sports RadioThank you for listening to the Canadiens Connection. This engaging podcast connects Habs fans with their beloved team from a plugged-in source they know and trust.Canadiens Connection is hosted by Rick Stephens (@RocketSports) with Michael Spinella (@TheSpinella), Amy Johnson (@FlyersRule) and Chris G (@ChrisHabs360). This talented team of credentialed journalists come together to share their valued insight.
Jeff kicks off the show with Sportsnet's Sam Cosentino to discuss the Memorial Cup in Saginaw. They discuss what it means for Moose Jaw to make it to Saginaw, NHL Draft eligible prospects to keep an eye out for, if London is the favourite, and Michael Misa's play, before getting into the 2024 NHL Draft and who Chicago will take after trading up to the second overall pick. Then, fresh off of his introductory press conference, New Jersey Devils Head Coach Sheldon Keefe joins the program (19:32)! They discuss how the Devils job opportunity came to be, if he considered taking some time away from coaching, his use of analytics and how he prepares for games, the in-demand players within the Devils' roster, and his experience coaching the Maple Leafs. Later on, Matt Marchese joins the conversation to discuss what to expect from Keefe in New Jersey with the Devils' plethora of young talent (52:30). Jeff and Matt also go over what the Predators have targeted in potential trades, the big moves the Kings have made in recent years, last night's Western Conference Final and what to expect in Game 4 between the Rangers and Panthers. 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 hour 3 of the Big Show, George and Matt are joined by Sam Cosentino. Sam gives his first impressions of the players that have caught his eye at the memorial cup and which players could potentially make the jump to the NHL as early s next season. Sam also gives some players that will be available for both of Calgary's picks in the first round of the NHL draft. Later, Sam gives his thoughts on some of the biggest narratives around the Stanley Cup Playoffs. Sam weighs in on the Trouba elbow, the Oilers putting up some impressive PK numbers, how Florida has been the better team despite them being down 2-1 to the Rangers, what type of money Tanev could pull in free agency and more!(28:17) To wrap the hour, the guys react to a clip from 32 Thoughts. Jeff Marek and Elliotte Friedman pondered the idea of Tanner Jeannot potentially being an option for Calgary this offseason. George and Matt give their reactions and discuss whether or not that could be a real possibility. The guys also go around the room to give their locks of the day!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.
On hour 3 of the Big Show, George and Matt are joined by Sam Cosentino. Sam joins the guys to tell us if any of the targeted players the Flames might look to draft with the number 9 selection has changed over the last couple weeks. Sam gives his thoughts on a variety of players the Flames might select and how they could fit in their system. Sam and the guys also have a discussion on the NHL prospect pipeline as they discuss if the College Hockey route has surpasses the CHL in terms of making NHL ready prospects. Later Sammy weighs in on the biggest storylines across the NHL playoffs including Elias Lindholm potentially getting his contract value up, what the Oilers should do in net for game 5, why there has been so many low shot totals in games and more!(37:04) To wrap the hour, the guys listen to your best texts of the day and they also take a look around today's sporting slate to give their lock of the day.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.
On hour 2 of the Big Show, George and Matt kick off the hour with a discussion on what the Flames might have up their sleeve during free agency this offseason. The guys discuss the possibility of the Flames getting a free agent to maybe get the most out of Jonathan Hubredeau or to bolster their d core with a veteran presence. (15:21) To wrap the hour, the guys are joined by Sam Cosentino. Sam joins the guys to discuss how the Flames will approach the draft. Everyone is making the connections between the Flames and Tij Iginla. Sam discusses what it would take for the Flames to maybe move up to take Tij, what it would mean for the franchise if they got to draft Tij and what might be the backup plan for Calgary in the first round. Sam gives some names on who the Flames might look to take if the Flames miss on Iginla. 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.
On hour 2 of the Big Show, George and Matt kick off the hour with Sam Cosentino. Sammy gives his thoughts on the Arizona Coyotes relocation story, some of Arizona's top prospects and what a move to Salt Lake would look like. Later, with the Flames calling up some of their junior players to the Wranglers, the guys get Sam's thoughts on who he thinks is the Flames' best prospects. (23:32) To wrap the hour, Jeff Marek joins the show! Jeff joins us to continue to the conversation on the Arizona Coyotes. Jeff explains why this relocation project seems to be gaining traction so quickly, how the NHL needs to avoid going to court with the Coyotes, how this project could get off the rails quickly and more! Later, the guys ask Jeff about the possibility of the Flames drafting Tij Iginla in the first round. It will be hard to pass him over if he is available when they go to make their 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.
On hour 3 of the Big Show, George and Matt are joined by Sam Cosentino! Sam joins the show to discuss Oilers vs Flames and to preview the NHL draft. Sam gives his thoughts on if the current Oilers roster is good enough to win a Stanley Cup, what a possible return package for Noah Hanifin could look like and more from Saturday's game! Later, Sam gives us his top 5 for the NHL draft and some players the Flames might look to take in the draft including Tij Iginla. (24:33) To wrap the hour, we hear your best text messages of the day and the guys also take a look at tonight's sporting slate to see where is some value for today's lock of the day!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.
Jeff kicks off the show with Columbus Blue Jackets President of Hockey Operations and interim General Manager, John Davidson, to discuss his team's search for a new GM! They pair dive into Dmitri Voronkov feeling homesick earlier in the year, Elvis Merzlikins' reported trade request, the reasoning behind David Jiříček's trip to the minors, and the calls he is getting on Boone Jenner. Next up, Sportsnet's Sam Cosentino shares his February 2024 NHL draft rankings highlighting Macklin Celebrini's game, before preview the field in this year's Calder Trophy race (19:37). Later on, former NHLer Brad Richards reflects on his time in Tampa Bay ahead of his induction into the Lightning Hall of Fame (50:21)! The pair also chat about Brad's earliest impressions of John Tortorella and what it means to be a "goalie dad". 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 hour 2 of the Big Show, Matt and Patrick are joined by our Flames Analyst Brent Krahn! Brent joins the boys to give his reactions to a dominant win over the Boston Bruins for the Flames. Krahn gives his thoughts on Kuzmenko's Flames Debut, Pelletier and Rooney making their return to the lineup, Huberdeau and Kadri having standout performances and more from last night's win!(21:32) To wrap the hour, Sam Cosentino joins the program! Sam gives his reactions to the Kuzmenko trade and his debut. The offensive fit seems to be a good one for the Flames but that top line might be a little loose on the defensive end. Sam also gives his thoughts on the 2 prospects the Flames received in the deal and what they could develop into. Later, Sam gives his thoughts on some other players who made their debut for some Canadian teams as Elias Lindholm debuted for Vancouver and Sean Monahan debuted for the Jets. 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.
Brent Gunning and Sho Alli start hour 2 of The FAN Morning Show on the NFL and Week 16. They look at the playoff picture and who needs to step up this weekend. They elicit the help of Charles Davis of the NFL on CBS for his thoughts on who is trending in the right direction and what players will be key to their team's success. Later, the guys go back to hockey and check in with Sportsnet's own Sam Cosentino (27:29). They dive into the Leafs' deflating loss in Buffalo last night and preview the World Juniors. They conclude the hour with their daily Wake and Rake!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.
On hour 2 of the Big Show, George and Matt are joined by Ross Tucker. Ross previews tonight's Thursday Night football matchup that will feature the first career start for Easton Stick. The guys also ask Ross about Tommy Devito and how he has taken the NFL by storm as he has come in and thrived in New York. Ross gives his take on the struggling Patriots specifically on where Bill Belechick will end up as he will not return to New England beyond this season. All this and more with our pal Ross!(25:57) To wrap the hour, Sam Cosentino joins the show to talk about the World Junior Championship. Sam tells us what he has seen from Macklin Celebrini and how might be Canada's best player at the tournament. Sam also gives his thoughts on some of the other players that could be standout players for Canada and some of the other countries in the tournament. Later the guys ask Sammy about some of the Flames' younger players like Yegor Sharangovich and Connor Zary. Finally, the guys give their Best Bets for this weeks NFL action!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.
After a busy week around the NHL, Jeff kicks off the show with Matt Marchese to break it all down. They discuss Quinton Byfield and the Kings' big week, the Sharks spoiling Patrick Kane's season debut last night, and Adam Fantilli's start to his NHL career in Columbus amidst the team's struggles. Then, Mike Commito joins the show to discuss his newest book "Leafs 365: Daily Stories from the Ice" featuring some interesting stories about the Leafs as a brand, Terry Fox's connection to hockey, and more (34:05). Later on, Sportsnet's Sam Cosentino stops by to discuss how Adam Fantilli and Leo Carlsson have looked early on into their NHL careers and how their respective teams are handling their development (50:10). The pair also chat about the young starts emerging in Anaheim, how Jacques Martin can help D.J. Smith develop the young stars in Ottawa, Byfield's rapid development, 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 Sports & Media or any affiliates.
Sam Cosentino, SN NHL Analyst joins Ailish Forfar and Justin Cuthbert ahead of Oilers/Kraken tonight and the “McGM” talk, and Horvat's reunion with his old Canucks team. Then, to the Leafs, the growth of Willie Nylander and what they would have to give up to fix their issues on defence. Next, a chat with Will Lou (25:30) from courtside ahead of Raps/Bucks. The OG injury continues, Barnes reaches a new level with defence and then the re-birth of Malachi Flynn. We close hour 1 with the debut of “The A-List.” Finally, back to courtside with Eric Smith and Paul Jones (53:53) on the mic and Adam Silver's comments about Canadian expansion. 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 hour 3 of The Big Show, George and Matt are joined by Rick Ball! Rick gives his thought on the Flames' play against Dallas and how that game showed some signs of improvement and build on that for when we play Seattle.To wrap the hour, Sam Cosentino stops by to talk about the Flames' prospects. Sam gives his thought's on Zary's debut, Matt Coronato's play and how Calgary can develop their young talent.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.
Coming Down the Pipe... [0:00] - The introduction for Season 19 of The Pipeline Show [1:12] - Guy begins the episode with a closer look at the recent Players to Watch list from NHL Central Scouting plus the CHL Top 10 and USCHO's Top 20 for NCAA. [18:04] -Portland Winterhawks forward Diego Buttazzoni has been listed by NHL Central Scouting with a "C" rating despite being one of the top scorers on the WHL's top team. [38:41] -He's the #2 ranked player by most NHL Draft publications out there so Team USA's Cole Eiserman was obviously high on the list of players to have guest in the Draft Spotlight. [55:06] - The Managing Editor of College Hockey News joins Guy to discuss early season impressions now that the NCAA schedule is a couple of weeks in. [1:25:10] - Sam Cosentino is a veteran broadcaster with a passion for junior hockey and the NHL Draft. He released his first rankings at Sportsnet for the 2024 event and we discussed some aspects of his top 32 here.
Jeff Marek kicks off the show with Vancouver Canucks legend Stan Smyl. They discuss his decision to move on from the front office, moving to B.C. at the age of 13 and spending 40+ years in Vancouver, and his new role within the organization. He reflects on some of the notable moments of his career, his impact on the lives of Canucks players, staff, fans, and one member of the Jeff Marek Show. Sportsnet's Sam Cosentino joins the show (17:58) to share his thoughts on the idea of decentralizing the NHL draft and if the Ottawa Senators won the 2020 NHL Entry Draft before diving into his 2024 NHL Draft Rankings. Next, Seattle Kraken analyst Alison Lukan (49:59) joins the show to discuss the Kraken's tough start to the season, why Ron Francis and company decided to let Daniel Sprong walk, what to expect from Shane Wright this season and if he could earn a full-time role at some point this season, Vince Dunn's start to the season after a big payday this offseason, 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 Sports & Media or any affiliates.
Hour 2 of The FAN Morning Show hosts Ben Ennis & Brent Gunning pull up ESPN's latest Top 100 NHL Player rankings and see where Leafs fall on the list. Then a recent report on USC and probable first overall 2024 NFL pick Caleb Williams wants from whatever club selects him gives the boys 'Something to Chew on'. B&B then check in with Sportsnet's own Sam Cosentino (25:09) ahead of him working Wednesday Night Hockey with some early thoughts on the NHL season including what he makes of the Leafs. The guys close out the hour with some Wake and Rake.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.
On hour 2 of the Big Show, George and Matt discuss whether or not Matthew Phillips got a fair shot during his time in Calgary. Later, Sam Cosentino joins us to continue the Phillips conversation, his thoughts on Coronato two games into his NHL career and why the Oilers have gotten off to such a slow start.To wrap the hour, Derek Wills joins the show to tee up tonight's matchup with the Washington Capitals. 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.
Producer Matt kicks off the next block with Sportsnet's Ken Wiebe to discuss what could be next for the Winnipeg Jets after trading away Pierre-Luc Dubois, what the future has in hold for Connor Hellebyuk, and what the Jets can do about their logjam on the Blue Line. Next up, Sam Cosentino joins Matt live from Nashville to preview the first round, what Bedard still needs to work on over the offseason, whether or not the Ducks will take Adam Fantilli with the second overall pick, where Matvei Michkov will end up, other names to keep an eye on, and teams strategies for drafting and developing goaltenders. Then, Kristy Flannery joins the show to break down the New Jersey Devils signing Timo Meier just before the show. They discuss the Devils' goaltending situation, how they are developing their top prospects, and how Tom Fitzgerald has approached building his team. Then, Meghan Angley joins the show to break down the flurry of moves the Colorado Avalanche has made.The views and opinions expressed in this podcast are those of the hosts and guests and do not necessarily reflect the position of Rogers Sports & Media or any affiliates.
On the second hour of the Big Show George and Matt are joined by Sam Cosentino. Sam gives us some insights on how he thinks the top end of the draft is going to shake down tonight and also gives his thoughts if Calgary will be able to find a diamond in the rough in the ladder half of round 1. To wrap the hour, Ailish Forfar from the FAN 590 joins the program! Ailish gives us her experience being on the ground at the NHL awards in Nashville and some of the best interactions with some NHLers while being down there. 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.
We're in Nashville! Jeff and Elliotte kick off the podcast by discussing the latest news around the league and then get into their draft preview (24:05) with Sam Cosentino and Jason Bukala.They discuss Elliotte's role during the NHL Awards on Monday (01:00), the talks between the Blues and Flyers (2:00), Carolina trades for Tony DeAngelo (9:00) and signs Jordan Staal (11:10), the Kings look to be in on Pierre-Luc Dubois (12:30), Predators made a trade (15:45), the latest on Alex DeBrincat (18:40) and Vegas close to a deal with Adin Hill (21:00).Email the podcast at 32thoughts@sportsnet.ca or call The Thought Line at 1-833-311-3232 and leave us a voicemailMusic Outro: Miki Fiki - ChaosListen to the full track HEREThis podcast was produced and mixed by Amil Delic, and hosted by Jeff Marek and Elliotte Friedman.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.
Sam Cosentino of Sportsnet and NHL Network joins co-hosts Adam Kimelman and Mike G. Morreale to preview the 2023 Upper Deck NHL Draft, including what the Anaheim Ducks could do at No. 2, where Russia-born forward Matvei Michkov could go, how many defensemen are selected within the top 20 picks and much more.
Coming Down the Pipe... [0:00] - The intro for Season 18 of The Pipeline Show [1:26] - Guy shares some news and notes before revealing this week's guest list. [12:54] - Josh Tessler from Smaht Scouting joins the show to profile 6 draft eligible prospects that fall under the "Playmakers" category. [35:18] - Sportsnet analyst and long timer broadcaster Sam Cosentino is back and tackles the "Sleepers" category - guys no one has ranked inside the top 2 rounds. [1:02:19] - About 20% of players taken in the NHL draft are guys in their 2nd or 3rd year of eligibility. To tell us about this year's crop of "Over-Agers" is Brock Otten from McKeens Hockey. [1:35:45] - The last category to look at in this 3rd week of scouting reports is "Goal Scorers" and the do that I finally tracked down Russ Cohen from Sirius/XM NHL and Ep Rinkside.
Dylan Tyrer chats with Sportsnet prospect guru Sam Cosentino in a final tune up before the NHL Draft. They discuss the Blue Jackets' options at no. three overall, risers and fallers, goalies to watch and more.
Scott Laughlin of NHL Network Radio joins host Matt Marchese to chat about if Alex Barkov is underappreciated in Florida, Jared Bednar's contract extension in Colorado, the current front runners for the Jack Adams Award, and Ottawa's regrets dealing Filip Gustavsson for Cam Talbot. Next up, Sportsnet's Sam Cosentino previews this year's top prospects on the draft board, the most likely landing spots for Connor Bedard, and how the "best of the rest" could shake out (32:30). Later on, MSG's Steve Valiquette weighs in on the Rangers' lineup versatility, Patrick Kane's deceptive shot, Jacob Trouba's captaincy cace, and the keys to Ilya Shesterkin's turnaround (50:06). Matty brings us today's "Random Player of the Day" - Dit Clapper! Josh Yohe of The Athletic wraps things up discussing the state of the Pittsburgh Penguins and the keys to the team's playoff push heading down the stretch (01:20:40) 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.