Podcasts about Vegas Golden Knights

We are #VegasStrong #remember1october You are forever in our hearts, those we lost, those that survived and the helpers. You all mean the world to us. 9th Island Knight is SOLD-OUT! HBD Rasmus + Jack and Win a Season X exclusive VGK Patch! Listen to find out how to win! Anyone in the world can win! Put your answers BELOW and LISTEN NOW: SEASON X EP 4 October 1, 2026 Vegas Hockey Girls Podcast is created and recorded by hockey loving sisters Colleen and Mandy. The girls team up in their hometown of Las Vegas, NV and attend as many hockey games as possible! They were introduced to the NHL when Vegas was awarded an expansion team, shortly thereafter we were hooked! Yup, been fans since day effing one! Listen to be caught up with all things VGK and NHL in 15 minutes or less with a new pod at least weekly! Find us on social media:https://www.instagram.com/hockeygirlspod/https://twitter.com/HockeyGirlsPod⁠https://www.facebook.com/groups/vegashockeygirlspodcast⁠Mandy can be found on socials: as @VGKGOALIEGIRLReach out! Talk to us by leaving a voice message on SPOTIFY! If you ever hear an error, mistake, or something missing in our pod please email us: ⁠vegashockeygirls@gmail.com⁠The views and opinions expressed in this podcast are those of the hosts and guests and do not reflect the position of The Vegas Golden Knights and/or any affiliates.32 teams: 84 games for each team: 16 go to the playoffs: best of 7: four rounds: 16 wins and then you get to hoist Lord Stanley. Thanks to our stakeholders! Colleen xo Mandy

On this episode of the Blackhawks Breakaway Podcast, Pat Boyle and Charlie Roumeliotis react to the Blackhawks' season-opening loss to the Vegas Golden Knights. They break down the slow start, how it resembled last year's opener in Florida, and why they're not going to overreact after just one game. Pat and Charlie then discuss the emphasis on playing a stronger puck-possession game this season, break down the new line combinations, and share their thoughts on head coach Jeff Blashill changing the training-camp lines ahead of Opening Night. They also discuss Connor Bedard's in-game interview with ESPN and more. Then, Pat and Charlie dive into a mini season preview and answer some of the biggest questions heading into the year. What's the biggest question facing the Blackhawks? Which area could they excel in early? Which player could make a surprise impact? Which young Blackhawk will pop? And who could be the odd-man out when Bedard returns? Finally, Pat and Charlie make their season predictions, including who will come out of the Western Conference, which playoff team from last season could miss this year, who will be the Blackhawks' team MVP, and whether Chicago will make the playoffs.

WGN Radio’s Charlie Roumeliotis breaks down the Blackhawks’ 5-2 loss to the Vegas Golden Knights to open the 2026-27 season. Steve Konroyd joins the discussion from T-Mobile Arena to talk about a slow start, Patrick Kane scoring in his first official game back with the Blackhawks, and more. Later, we hear from Kane, Bowen Byram, and head […]

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The season is only days away! Dr. Jay Calvert and Dr. Jason Berkley discuss the Connor Hellebuyck trade saga, Dylan Larkin expanding his list of teams, Adam Fantilli signs an extension with Columbus, giving out big contracts to mostly unproven talent, and Quinn Hughes still not being signed! See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

The regular season starts this week, which means we are back with another Monday preview. This week the Chicago Blackhawks face off against the Vegas Golden Knights, Utah Mammoth and the Buffalo Sabres. Thank you to @coach_sarina for coming on this week for our first Monday preview. Presented by Draft Kings Use Code THPN https://tinyurl.com/DKTHPNsignup Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See https://pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Puckguy & Tyler discuss a surprising 4-2 victory for the San Jose Sharks over the Vegas Golden Knights. Team Teal was dominated in the shot totals, yet led the way most of the night thanks to goals from the likes of Orlov, Celebrini, Marchment and Misa. Yarsolav Askarov had 27 saves in the preseason finale. Teal Town USA - A San Jose Sharks' post-game podcast, for the fans, by the fans! Subscribe to catch us after every Sharks game and our weekly wrap-up show, The Pucknologists!
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Victor y Eric analizan a los ocho equipos de la #pacific de la #nhl #anaheim #ducks #calgary #flames #edmonton #oilers #losangeles #kings #sanjose #sharks #seattle #kraken #vancouver #canucks #vegas #goldenknights #preview #season #analysis #sports #video #videos #hockey #usa #canada #sports #nhlhockey #video #spain #spanish #hockey 00:00 INICIO 02:51 ANAHEIM DUCKS 16:50 CALGARY FLAMES 32:40 EDMONTON OILERS 01:00:35 LOS ANGELES KINGS 01:14:35 SAN JOSE SHARKS 01:31:06 SEATTLE KRAKEN 01:43:37 VANCOUVER CANUCKS 01:58:29 VEGAS GOLDEN KNIGHTS

Tyler discusses the Sharks' 2-1 shootout loss to the Vegas Golden Knights. Michael Misa got the lone goal for the Sharks in regulation, while rookie Ivar Stenberg gets San Jose's lone tally in the shootout, in his North American pro preseason debut. Teal Town USA - A San Jose Sharks' post-game podcast, for the fans, by the fans! Subscribe to catch us after every Sharks game and our weekly wrap-up show, The Pucknologists!
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Chandler is back from Orlando!!!! He went to Disney World!!!! What do you think Chandler!?! Did you like it!?!! Give us your review!!! Chris took his nieces to the arcade on Saturday and he was a Victim of crime!!!!  CRIME!!!!!!  What happened Chris!?! Hockey fans rejoice!!!! The NHL preseason has started!!!!!  Chunga performs at his first Vegas Golden Knights game this Thursday!!! What would you bring back from the 80's if could!?! We'll find out in the Chunga Poll Shout Outs!! PLUS!!!! Gregg has another amazing and very creepy Halloween movie that the whole family can watch!!! LISTEN NOW!!!!! It's on www.radioronin.com and everywhere you get your podcasts!!!!

Chandler is back from Orlando!!!! He went to Disney World!!!! What do you think Chandler!?! Did you like it!?!! Give us your review!!! Chris took his nieces to the arcade on Saturday and he was a Victim of crime!!!!  CRIME!!!!!!  What happened Chris!?! Hockey fans rejoice!!!! The NHL preseason has started!!!!!  Chunga performs at his first Vegas Golden Knights game this Thursday!!! What would you bring back from the 80's if could!?! We'll find out in the Chunga Poll Shout Outs!! PLUS!!!! Gregg has another amazing and very creepy Halloween movie that the whole family can watch!!! LISTEN NOW!!!!! It's on www.radioronin.com and everywhere you get your podcasts!!!!

NEW EPISODE Season X Baby! 13 Days until Opening Knight! Want to come to VGK Open Practice / Training Camp? LISTEN NOW:  SEASON X EP 2 September 16, 2026 Vegas Hockey Girls Podcast is created and recorded by hockey loving sisters Colleen and Mandy. The girls team up in their hometown of Las Vegas, NV and attend as many hockey games as possible! They were introduced to the NHL when Vegas was awarded an expansion team, shortly thereafter we were hooked! Yup, been fans since day effing one! Listen to be caught up with all things VGK and NHL in 15 minutes or less with a new pod at least weekly! Find us on social media:https://www.instagram.com/hockeygirlspod/https://twitter.com/HockeyGirlsPod⁠https://www.facebook.com/groups/vegashockeygirlspodcast⁠Mandy can be found on socials: as @VGKGOALIEGIRLReach out! Talk to us by leaving a voice message on SPOTIFY! If you ever hear an error, mistake, or something missing in our pod please email us: ⁠vegashockeygirls@gmail.com⁠The views and opinions expressed in this podcast are those of the hosts and guests and do not reflect the position of The Vegas Golden Knights and/or any affiliates.32 teams: 84 games for each team: 16 go to the playoffs: best of 7: four rounds: 16 wins and then you get to hoist Lord Stanley. Thanks to our stakeholders! Colleen xo Mandy

Hosting a global sporting event is about much more than filling stadiums and delivering a great experience. For a host city, it is also an opportunity to shape reputation, strengthen community pride and create something that lasts long after the crowds go home.In this episode, Aaron Blank, president and CEO of Fearey, and Peter Tomozawa, CEO of Seattle FIFA World Cup 26, take us behind the scenes of Seattle's approach to the 2026 FIFA World Cup. Peter explains why successful host-city bids must focus less on touting a city's assets and more on understanding what the organization making the decision actually needs—and how Seattle reframed its strengths accordingly.Aaron and Peter also discuss the importance of building local credibility before pursuing global visibility, bringing businesses and communities into the experience, and thinking beyond the matches themselves. For Seattle, the goal was not simply to host the World Cup successfully, but to use the moment to strengthen the city, expand access to soccer and create memories and infrastructure that would endure for decades.Key Takeaways Major events can function as reputation campaigns, giving cities an unusual opportunity to shape how residents, visitors and global audiences perceive them.Winning a host-city bid requires understanding what the decision-maker needs, not simply promoting everything that makes your city impressive.Local credibility should come before global visibility. Community support, business participation and grassroots engagement create the foundation for a successful international moment.The most meaningful impact often happens beyond the event itself, through investments in infrastructure, access, community programming and shared experiences.Legacy should be part of the strategy from the beginning. The real measure of success is not only what happens during the event, but what people remember—and what remains—years later.About the Guests Peter Tomozawa is a global executive with more than 40 years of leadership experience across finance, professional sports, civic service, and education. A former Partner and Global Head of Foreign Exchange Sales at Goldman Sachs, he later served as Vice President and Executive Director of Partnerships and Board Relations for Los Angeles' successful bid to host the 2028 Olympic and Paralympic Games. Peter is an owner of Seattle Sounders FC, where he previously served as President of Business Operations, and a minority owner of the Vegas Golden Knights. He also helped lead Seattle's successful FIFA World Cup host-city bid and serves as CEO of the Seattle FIFA World Cup 2026 Local Organizing Committee. Peter has also served in public and nonprofit roles, including as Executive Director of Business Development in the Honolulu Mayor's Office, where he advanced projects including a $5 billion light rail system, Waikiki public WiFi, and innovative public-private park partnerships. He also served as Commissioner of Charter Schools in Hawaii, helping stabilize and grow a statewide education system. A lifelong ice hockey, skiing, soccer, and racquet sports enthusiast, Peter brings an authentic passion for sport alongside extensive leadership experience in finance, global events, and civic development.Aaron Blank is CEO, president and owner of Fearey, one of the West Coast's leading public relations and strategic communications firms. A trusted advisor to sports organizations, athletes, venues and major brands, Aaron has helped shape high-profile moments across the sports landscape, including the launch of the NHL's Seattle Kraken and major initiatives tied to soccer, golf, baseball, football, hockey and entertainment. Aaron played a key communications role in helping Seattle announce its new arena and launch the Kraken brand and NHL franchise, supporting the team's public relations efforts for five years. His sports experience also includes work connected to the FIFA World Cup, LPGA Tour, Minor League Baseball, Topgolf and TOCA Football, as well as athlete and celebrity partnerships involving Basketball Hall of Famer Lenny Wilkens and former Seattle Seahawks wide receiver Jermaine Kearse. Since joining Fearey in 2005, Aaron has helped grow the firm into a creative communications leader serving clients across sports, healthcare, civic, corporate and community sectors. He became CEO and president in 2011 and owner in 2014, leading the agency through years of double-digit annual growth. Aaron was named to the Puget Sound Business Journal's “40 Under 40” list in 2015 and recognized by PRWeek in 2020. He has also served as president of the Public Relations Global Network and sits on several civic and nonprofit boards and advisory groups. A lifelong sports fan and believer in the “never eat alone” philosophy, Aaron is known for building lasting relationships across industries, locker rooms, boardrooms and communities.About the Hosts Abbie Fink is president of HMA Public Relations in Phoenix, Arizona and a founding member of PRGN. Her marketing communications background includes skills in media relations, digital communications, social media strategies, special event management, crisis communications, community relations, issues management, and marketing promotions for both the private and public sectors, including such industries as healthcare, financial services, professional services, government affairs and tribal affairs, as well as not-for-profit organizations.Dr. Adrian McIntyre is a cultural anthropologist, media personality, speaker, and strategic communications consultant for PR agencies and marketing firms. He's lived in over 30 countries and spent more than a decade in the Middle East and Africa as a researcher, journalist, communications adviser, media spokesperson, and storytelling consultant. He earned a PhD from the University of California, Berkeley, where he was a Fulbright scholar and National Science Foundation fellow. Adrian helps agency leaders strengthen their positioning, sharpen their messaging, boost their visibility, and win new clients by replacing impersonal, intrusive and ineffective marketing tactics with authentic human conversations.PRGN Presents is brought to you by Public Relations Global Network, the world's local public relations agency. Our executive producer is Adrian McIntyre. The show is produced by the team at Speed of Story, a B2B communications firm in Phoenix, AZ.Follow the Podcast If you enjoyed this episode, please follow PRGN Presents in Spotify, Apple Podcasts, or any other podcast app. We publish new episodes every other Thursday. To have them delivered automatically and free of charge, just choose your preferred podcast player from this list, open the app, and click the button to “Follow” the show: https://prgnpodcast.com/listenNeed to hire a PR firm? 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Watch on YouTube: https://youtu.be/Qw7WkLJnspw In Episode 349 of the Glass and Out Podcast, we welcome back a good friend of The Coaches Site, Steve Spott. Spott is heading into his second season as an Assistant Coach with the Boston Bruins. He has spent the previous 12 seasons in the NHL as an Assistant Coach with the Dallas Stars, Vegas Golden Knights, San Jose Sharks, and Toronto Maple Leafs. Prior to his NHL career, Spott spent 16 seasons coaching in the OHL. He has also served as an Assistant Coach for Team Canada at the World Junior Championships, winning the 2003 and 2008 OHL Championships and the 2003 Memorial Cup Championship with the Kitchener Rangers. This summer at TCS Live, Spott presented on The Position-Specific Skills Behind Elite Power Plays. You can watch that presentation now on The Coaches Site. Listen as Spott shares why today's coaching needs to be specialized, how to influence team chemistry, and what it's like getting power-play advice from Larry David. Learn more about TCS Group Memberships: https://www.thecoachessite.com/groups Download the TCS app: https://www.thecoachessite.com/app Start your 30 Day Free Trial: https://www.thecoachessite.com/ Learn more about our sponsors: Elite Prospects: https://www.eliteprospects.com/ Benchmark: benchmarkgoals.com/tcs

Summer Coolers – Vegas Golden KnightsThe Vegas Golden Knights may finally be changing their philosophy. After a 95-point regular season, a late coaching change sparked an incredible run to the Stanley Cup Final, where Vegas ultimately fell to Carolina. Now Ryan Craig takes over behind the bench, Pavel Dorofeyev is gone, six draft picks have been acquired through offseason moves, and an organization famous for chasing every available star appears ready to put more emphasis on player development. Neil Smith and Vic Morren examine whether Vegas can build for tomorrow while still competing today.IN THIS EPISODE:[00:00:00] Vegas finishes with 95 points as its offense, defense and power play all decline from the previous season.[00:00:35] Bruce Cassidy is dismissed with eight games remaining and John Tortorella takes over, immediately guiding Vegas to a 7-0-1 finish.[00:01:00] The Golden Knights beat Utah and Anaheim in six games each before sweeping Colorado to reach the Stanley Cup Final.[00:01:20] Vegas leads Carolina 2-1 in the Final before dropping three straight and falling short of another championship.[00:01:40] Ryan Craig replaces Tortorella after three seasons coaching Vegas' AHL affiliate in Henderson, becoming the franchise's first head coach without previous NHL head-coaching experience.[00:02:00] Vic sees a possible philosophical change. Vegas has always operated in win-now mode, but this offseason suggests a greater emphasis on recovering draft capital.[00:02:30] Neil points out how few truly homegrown players Vegas has developed, with Pavel Dorofeyev representing one of the rare examples.[00:03:00] An aging roster and a thin prospect cupboard may finally have convinced Kelly McCrimmon and George McPhee that development has to become a priority.[00:03:30] Craig's promotion fits that strategy perfectly after developing players within the Henderson organization.[00:04:00] Tortorella's departure surprises Neil because his results were outstanding, but Vegas appears committed to its homegrown coaching choice.[00:04:20] The biggest personnel loss is Dorofeyev, who is traded to the Rangers for 2026 first- and third-round picks plus a conditional 2028 first.[00:04:40] Dorofeyev scored 72 goals over his final two Vegas seasons and added 12 during the playoff run, leaving a substantial offensive hole.[00:05:00] Akira Schmid, Kaedan Korczak, Keegan Kolesar, Cole Smith and Colton Sissons are also among the notable departures.[00:05:25] Vegas acquires six draft picks through its offseason player moves, another indication that the organization may be changing direction.[00:06:00] Rasmus Andersson remains a major veteran commitment after receiving a seven-year, $8.5 million-per-season deal.[00:06:20] Neil questions the contract following Andersson's postseason performance, while acknowledging Vegas has historically never been afraid to pursue major names.[00:07:00] Neil believes the Golden Knights may finally recognize they cannot continue “buying players” indefinitely without replenishing the organization.[00:07:20] Jeremy Lauzon, Tanner Laczynski and Dylan Coghlan return, while Victor Olofsson and Mark Gatcomb are among the outside additions.[00:07:40] Trevor Connelly becomes a prospect to watch after producing 49 points in 46 games for Henderson.[00:07:50] Goaltender Carl Lindbom and forward Ben Hemmerling could also become part of Vegas' next wave.[00:08:00] The central question becomes how Craig replaces Dorofeyev's offense and what kind of system he installs in his first NHL season.For nearly its entire existence, Vegas has operated with one philosophy: go for it. This offseason suggests an adjustment. The Golden Knights still have a veteran roster capable of competing, but they're collecting picks, promoting from within and finally emphasizing development. As Neil puts it, Vegas may now be trying to “build as they go for it.”

Summer Coolers – Seattle KrakenThe Seattle Kraken enter 2026-27 facing serious questions about the direction of the franchise. Seattle finished with just 79 points and missed the playoffs for the third consecutive season—and for the fourth time in five years since entering the NHL. Neil Smith and Vic Morren believe the early success of the Vegas Golden Knights created expectations Seattle has never been able to match. Even more concerning, high-end players appear unwilling to choose Seattle, while the Kraken have done little to pivot when those pursuits fail.IN THIS EPISODE:[00:00:00] Seattle finishes sixth with 79 points and misses the Stanley Cup Playoffs for the third consecutive season.[00:00:25] The Kraken have reached the postseason only once in five seasons, advancing to Game 7 of the second round in 2023.[00:00:45] Vic believes Vegas' immediate expansion success created an unrealistic comparison for Seattle and raised expectations the Kraken have never approached.[00:01:00] Neil is surprised Seattle has struggled to attract free agents because he views the city as a tremendous hockey destination with an outstanding arena.[00:01:30] Despite those advantages, Neil says he does not like what he sees from Seattle heading into this season.[00:01:50] Vic compares Seattle's inactivity to Calgary's previous offseason, when the Flames did almost nothing despite needing improvement.[00:02:00] Seattle's lone trade addition is Mackie Samoskevich from Florida for a 2026 first-round pick and conditional 2027 second.[00:02:25] Goaltender Viktor Östman re-signs, while captain Jordan Eberle and Bobby McMann also remain with the Kraken.[00:02:45] Curtis Douglas arrives from Vancouver as a bottom-six forward, representing Seattle's only notable outside UFA addition.[00:03:00] Two original Kraken players depart: Jaden Schwartz signs with Colorado and Jamie Oleksiak heads to Vancouver.[00:03:15] Neil says Seattle's problem goes beyond inactivity—the Kraken are being turned down by star players.[00:03:25] Artemi Panarin reportedly had an opportunity to go to Seattle before joining Los Angeles but chose the Kings despite Seattle being able to offer more money.[00:03:45] Jason Robertson also reportedly rejects an opportunity to move to Seattle before ultimately signing a one-year deal to remain with Dallas.[00:04:00] Neil distinguishes Seattle from a market like Calgary. Seattle can pursue high-end players financially, but when those players say no, the Kraken seemingly have no Plan B.[00:04:20] Neil also questions the organizational direction following Ron Francis' departure and Jason Botterill taking over as GM.[00:04:40] Lane Lambert begins his second season behind the Seattle bench, but Neil remains highly skeptical about the roster surrounding him.[00:05:00] Offense is the biggest concern after Seattle finished 28th in scoring last season.[00:05:15] Jordan Eberle led the Kraken with only 55 points, one of the lowest team-leading scoring totals anywhere in the NHL.[00:05:30] That places even more attention on Matty Beniers, the second overall selection in 2021 and former Calder Trophy winner.[00:05:45] Vic believes Seattle needs considerably more than approximately 20 goals and 50 points from a player drafted to become one of the franchise's cornerstones.[00:06:00] Neil agrees. Beniers had an excellent rookie season but has not developed into the impact player Seattle expected.The Kraken need more than incremental improvement. They need stars, offense and a clearer organizational direction. Neil and Vic's biggest concern is that Seattle is pursuing elite talent, getting rejected, and then failing to find meaningful alternatives. Unless Beniers takes a major step and the existing roster produces far more offense, another difficult season could be ahead.

Boomer, Pinder and Rhett preview the American side of the Pacific Division heading into the 2026-27 NHL season, going team-by-team through the Vegas Golden Knights, Los Angeles Kings, San Jose Sharks, Seattle Kraken and Anaheim Ducks. The guys break down the biggest offseason additions and subtractions, projected lines, expectations and the major questions facing each team. Can Vegas remain the class of the division, are the Kings still legitimate contenders, which of Anaheim and San Jose's young cores is ready to take the biggest step, and what exactly should we expect from Seattle? With the Canadian teams saved for their own discussion, the boys make their picks and predictions for how the rest of the Pacific shakes out this season.Video Link: https://youtu.be/CuZJEoFFwZo#nhl #nhlshorts #nhlplayoffs #nhlpredictions #nhlhockey #nhlpicks #stanleycup #stanleycupfinal #edmontonoilers CHECK OUT OUR STUFF ⬇️BARN BURNER MERCHhttps://nationgear.ca/collections/shirts/FlamesnationBARN BURNER SHORTS https://youtube.com/playlist?list=PLj_bcGtvvo-cW2DHEDZ6dEO5ePDmlhZc9&si=jo8iNGxT4ImhS2Y8

And we are back with another episode! This week we travel to the west as we break down our 2026-27 predictions for the Pacific Division. Tune in to see who's the rebuilding stage, who's coming into the season with high expectations and who will be crowned the "Toronto of the West". Presented by Draft Kings Use Code THPN https://tinyurl.com/DKTHPNsignup Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See https://pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Summer Coolers – Colorado AvalancheThe Colorado Avalanche were arguably the NHL's most dominant regular-season team, capturing the Presidents' Trophy while leading the league in offense, defense, save percentage, and penalty killing. But their pursuit of another Stanley Cup ended abruptly when the Vegas Golden Knights swept them in the Western Conference Final, with an injured Cale Makar unable to make his usual impact. Now Colorado enters 2026-27 with significant roster turnover, Joe Sakic temporarily back in the GM chair, questions about lost depth, and one enormous piece of business looming: Makar's next contract. Neil Smith and Vic Morren examine whether the Avalanche remain the powerhouse they were a year ago.IN THIS EPISODE:[00:00:00] Colorado comes off a Presidents' Trophy-winning season, capturing the award for the fourth time in franchise history while reaching the Stanley Cup Playoffs for a ninth consecutive year.[00:00:25] The Avalanche race through the first two rounds, sweeping Los Angeles before eliminating Minnesota in five games and reaching the Western Conference Final in only nine playoff games.[00:00:45] Their postseason ends dramatically against Vegas. The Golden Knights sweep Colorado in the conference final, with Cale Makar missing the opening two games before returning for the final two while clearly not at full strength.[00:01:10] The result becomes another reminder that regular-season dominance guarantees nothing in the Stanley Cup Playoffs. Recent Presidents' Trophy winners have experienced dramatically different outcomes once the postseason begins.[00:01:35] Neil points back to Boston's record-setting 2022-23 season as perhaps the ultimate example. The Bruins dominated the regular season before being eliminated by Florida in the opening round.[00:02:00] Winning the Presidents' Trophy requires tremendous consistency over a full season, but Neil explains that the grind can also take a physical toll before the playoffs even begin.[00:02:20] Makar's health becomes especially significant because Neil considers him, along with Nathan MacKinnon, one of the two most important players on the Avalanche roster.[00:02:40] Colorado's regular-season numbers demonstrate just how dominant the team was. The Avalanche lead the NHL offensively at 3.63 goals per game.[00:03:00] Colorado also finishes first defensively at 2.37 goals allowed per game, while Mackenzie Blackwood and Scott Wedgewood combine to help produce an NHL-best .908 save percentage.[00:03:20] The penalty kill ranks first at 84.6 percent, giving the Avalanche elite performance in almost every major statistical category.[00:03:40] Then comes one of the NHL season's biggest statistical mysteries: despite possessing an incredible collection of offensive talent, Colorado's power play finishes only 27th.[00:04:00] A unit featuring Makar, Devon Toews, MacKinnon, Martin Nečas, Brock Nelson, Nazem Kadri, and Valeri Nichushkin consistently struggles to translate its skill into production with the man advantage.[00:04:20] Vic believes the Avalanche frequently tried to be too perfect, forcing passes into the middle while too many long-distance shots missed the net.[00:04:40] Neil offers another explanation: Colorado may simply have had too many players who wanted the puck. With only one puck available, the group never consistently established who should shoot, who should distribute, and who should become the primary setup option.[00:05:00] Despite Jared Bednar's coaching and Colorado's extraordinary talent, the power play remains an unexplained weakness throughout an otherwise dominant season.[00:05:20] The offseason brings a major front-office change when General Manager Chris MacFarland leaves Colorado on June 2 to join Nashville as President of Hockey Operations.[00:05:40] Joe Sakic steps back into the general manager role on an interim basis and quickly begins reshaping the roster.[00:06:00] Colorado trades Ross Colton and a goaltending prospect to Nashville in exchange for another goalie prospect and third-round selections in 2026 and 2027.[00:06:20] Eight days later, Sakic makes another deal with his former GM, sending Jack Drury, Chase Bradley, and a 2029 third-round selection to Nashville for promising forward Fedor Svechkov and physical forward Zachary L'Heureux.[00:06:45] Valeri Nichushkin is also traded to Columbus for three draft picks, removing another significant forward from Colorado's lineup.[00:07:00] Neil notes that MacKinnon and Makar remain the franchise cornerstones, but championship teams cannot survive on superstars alone. Losing players such as Colton, Drury, Nichushkin, and Joel Kiviranta changes Colorado's overall depth.[00:07:25] Neil remains confident that Colorado will be a strong team, but unlike a year ago, he takes more of a wait-and-see approach because of the amount of supporting talent that has departed.[00:07:50] The biggest long-term storyline surrounds Makar, who enters the final season of his contract at $9 million per year and could become an unrestricted free agent.[00:08:10] With the NHL salary cap scheduled to climb to $113.5 million, Vic expects Makar—along with Dallas star Jason Robertson—to become one of the first players in the next wave of enormous NHL contracts.[00:08:35] Neil explains an important distinction about the rising salary cap: simply because teams are allowed to spend to the ceiling does not mean every franchise has the financial ability or willingness to do so.[00:09:00] The cap represents the maximum a team can spend, not an obligation. Neil compares it to being told you can spend $10,000 in a store—it does not mean you actually have or want to spend the entire amount.[00:09:20] Colorado does spend to retain some defensive depth, re-signing Brent Kulak for five years at $4.5 million per season and bringing back veteran Brent Burns on a one-year, $850,000 contract.[00:09:40] The Avalanche also acquire Jaden Schwartz from Seattle on a three-year deal at $3.25 million per season while adding forwards Vinnie Hinostroza from Florida and Noah Cates from Philadelphia.[00:10:00] Colorado still possesses the superstar foundation necessary to compete for the Stanley Cup, but the supporting cast looks different. Whether the new pieces can replace the depth that departed—and how the Avalanche handle Makar's looming contract—will help determine whether the Presidents' Trophy winners remain among the NHL's true elite in 2026-27.

Summer Coolers – Carolina HurricanesThe Carolina Hurricanes enter the new season as defending Stanley Cup champions after one of the most dominant playoff runs in recent memory. Rod Brind'Amour's relentless system finally delivered a championship, Nikolaj Ehlers proved to be a transformative free-agent addition, and Carolina's depth overwhelmed opponents throughout the postseason. Neil Smith and Vic Morren examine whether the Hurricanes can repeat, how Brandon Bussi handles becoming the full-time starting goaltender, and whether early-season injuries could slow down the NHL's new standard-bearer.IN THIS EPISODE:[00:00:00] Carolina comes off a remarkable championship season after finishing first in the Eastern Conference and second overall in the NHL.[00:00:20] The Hurricanes cruise through the Eastern Conference playoffs, sweeping Ottawa and Philadelphia before defeating Montreal in five games.[00:00:40] Carolina then overcomes a 2-1 series deficit against the Vegas Golden Knights to capture the second Stanley Cup in franchise history.[00:01:00] The championship represents the culmination of eight years under Rod Brind'Amour and his demanding, tenacious style of play.[00:01:25] Neil credits Brind'Amour with consistently getting complete buy-in from his players and maintaining that commitment season after season.[00:01:45] Brind'Amour's physical conditioning and connection with the locker room make him feel like an extension of the playing group rather than a distant head coach.[00:02:10] Neil jokes that Brind'Amour may still be in better shape than many current NHL players, something that became obvious during Carolina's Stanley Cup celebration.[00:02:35] The discussion turns to Nikolaj Ehlers, whose free-agent signing initially raised questions about whether Carolina was adding more of the same rather than changing its postseason formula.[00:03:00] Those doubts disappear as Carolina finishes second in the NHL in offense and Ehlers delivers a strong regular season and playoff performance.[00:03:30] Neil calls Ehlers one of the most important additions to the championship roster and possibly the best free-agent signing of the previous offseason.[00:04:00] Ehlers becomes especially important during the Stanley Cup Final, scoring late goals that effectively clinch the championship for Carolina.[00:04:30] The Hurricanes also benefit from some favorable circumstances, including Colorado being eliminated early and creating a clearer path through the postseason.[00:04:55] Even with that fortune, Neil emphasizes that Carolina still earned the championship through depth, structure, and collective execution.[00:05:20] The offseason is relatively quiet for the defending champions, with Carolina acquiring John Carlson from Anaheim before he ultimately signs with Tampa Bay as an unrestricted free agent.[00:05:50] The largest departure is goaltender Frederik Andersen, who leaves Carolina and signs with the Edmonton Oilers.[00:06:20] Andersen's exit creates a major question in net because Brandon Bussi now moves from a successful supporting role into the unquestioned starting position.[00:06:45] Bussi performs exceptionally well during the regular season before stepping aside as Andersen starts Carolina's first 13 playoff games.[00:07:15] Neil and Vic discuss the psychological difference between serving as a backup and entering a season knowing that the crease belongs entirely to you.[00:07:45] Carolina must also determine whether Pyotr Kochetkov becomes Bussi's primary backup or whether prospect Zachary Sawchenko receives an opportunity.[00:08:15] Neil raises the possibility of a sophomore jinx for Bussi as opponents now have more film, more information, and a better understanding of his tendencies.[00:08:45] Young players often arrive as unknowns, but their second season becomes more difficult once shooters and coaching staffs begin making targeted adjustments.[00:09:15] Neil compares Bussi's situation with other highly regarded second-year players who must prove their rookie success was sustainable.[00:09:45] The former Western Michigan goaltender will now face greater pressure, more intense preparation from opponents, and championship-level expectations.[00:10:15] Carolina also enters the season with an injury concern after Seth Jarvis undergoes shoulder surgery.[00:10:40] Jarvis is expected to return sometime between the end of October and the end of December, depending on his recovery.[00:11:00] Eric Robinson also has offseason surgery but is expected to be available for the beginning of the regular season.[00:11:25] Vic asks whether Jarvis' absence could hurt Carolina early, particularly now that the Hurricanes' style has become a model other NHL teams may try to copy.[00:11:55] Neil calls Jarvis an integral part of the team but does not believe his early absence will significantly damage Carolina's season.[00:12:25] Early-season injuries are easier to manage than injuries occurring in the middle of a playoff race because the player still has time to recover, return, and contribute.[00:12:55] Carolina's depth and established system should allow the team to remain competitive without Jarvis before becoming even stronger when he returns.[00:13:20] The episode concludes with the Hurricanes positioned as legitimate repeat contenders, although Bussi's transition into the No. 1 role will be one of the most important stories of their season.

Summer Coolers – Anaheim DucksThe Anaheim Ducks finally broke through in 2025-26, finishing third in the Pacific Division, returning to the Stanley Cup Playoffs for the first time since 2018, and advancing to the second round. But after a summer filled with major departures and a massive $18 million offer sheet for Leo Carlsson that Anaheim was forced to match, Neil Smith and Vic Morren believe the Ducks may have taken a significant step backward. They examine the salary-cap consequences, the loss of several physical veteran defensemen, and why this could become an extremely difficult season for Joel Quenneville and General Manager Pat Verbeek.IN THIS EPISODE:[00:00:00] Anaheim comes off its best season in years, finishing third in the Pacific and making the playoffs for the first time since 2018. The Ducks defeat Edmonton in six games before losing to the Vegas Golden Knights in six.[00:00:25] The offense makes a major jump, improving from 30th to 13th in the NHL. The defense, however, surprisingly falls from 22nd to 29th despite Joel Quenneville being behind the bench.[00:00:45] Anaheim's power play improves from 32nd to 23rd, while the penalty kill also takes a slight step forward. Even with those gains, the bigger story becomes everything that happened during the offseason.[00:01:00] The biggest development is Philadelphia's five-year, $18 million-per-season offer sheet to Leo Carlsson. Anaheim quickly matches it, keeping Carlsson but dramatically altering the organization's salary structure.[00:01:30] Neil describes the offer sheet as a “nuclear bomb” dropped into Anaheim's locker room. He believes Pat Verbeek may have left himself vulnerable by allowing Carlsson to reach a point where another organization could make such an aggressive offer.[00:02:00] Carlsson is being paid based largely on what Anaheim believes he can become rather than what he has already accomplished. That creates tremendous expectations for a young center the Ducks view as their future No. 1.[00:02:25] The contract creates another immediate problem because Cutter Gauthier remains unsigned after a 40-goal season. With Carlsson making $18 million, Gauthier now has enormous leverage in his own negotiations.[00:02:50] Anaheim is left with only about $9 million in cap space, making it difficult to maintain the kind of depth that helped the Ducks reach the playoffs a year ago.[00:03:00] The Ducks also lose a significant amount of talent during the offseason. Defenseman Olen Zellweger is traded to Buffalo for Anton Wahlberg and a 2026 second-round pick.[00:03:20] Mason McTavish is traded to St. Louis for two first-round picks, removing another important young forward from Anaheim's developing core.[00:03:35] John Carlson is traded to Carolina before eventually signing in Tampa Bay, while captain Radko Gudas leaves for Florida. Jacob Trouba also departs, further changing the identity of Anaheim's blue line.[00:03:55] Physical forwards Jeffrey Viel and Ross Johnston leave in free agency, along with bottom-six utility forward Jansen Harkins. Neil and Vic emphasize just how much toughness and experience has disappeared from the roster.[00:04:15] Anaheim's replacements include Nick Jensen from Ottawa, Jeff Malott from Los Angeles, Travis Mitchell from the Islanders, and goaltender Laurent Brossoit after he appeared in only one game for San Jose the previous season.[00:04:35] The Ducks also re-sign young defensemen Ian Moore and Pavel Mintyukov, along with forward Tyson Hinds, giving the organization some promising internal pieces despite the departures.[00:04:55] Neil believes the overall roster is simply weaker than the one that made the playoffs last season. Anaheim has lost too many important contributors without adding equivalent talent.[00:05:10] The loss of Trouba and Gudas is particularly important because both defensemen brought intimidation and physical presence. Neil says opposing forwards knew exactly what awaited them when entering Anaheim's defensive zone.[00:05:30] Carlsson's $18 million contract may also have consequences inside the dressing room. Neil explains how enormous salary disparities can affect teammates when one young player suddenly earns dramatically more than established players around him.[00:05:55] The episode concludes with a pessimistic outlook for Anaheim. After seeing clear improvement entering last season, Neil does not see the same momentum this time around and does not believe the current Ducks roster is a playoff team.

The NHL salary cap for the 2026–27 season is set at a historic $104 million, paving the way for record-breaking contracts. Team executives are already projecting that the cap could approach $150 million within the next five years. The docs discuss some of the recent big contracts handed out as we approach the 2026-27 season! Plus, a potential expansion to Atlanta (AGAIN), and Jason's plan to get the GM-less Red Wings back on track.See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

Las Vegas has undergone one of the most remarkable transformations in the world of sports—and few people have had a better view of that evolution than longtime sports anchor and reporter Ron Futrell of 8NewsNow. This week on "Talk About Las Vegas With Ira," Ron returns to the podcast for a fascinating conversation about the people, events and decisions that helped transform Southern Nevada into one of the world's premier sports destinations. Ron discusses the remarkable success of Paseo Verde Little League of Henderson, Nevada, including its extraordinary run of four appearances in the Little League World Series during five years. He also talks about Carsynn Meyer, who made history as the first girl to play in the Little League World Series—and whose gloves were requested by the Baseball Hall of Fame. The conversation also explores the explosive growth of professional sports in Las Vegas. Ron explains why the city's emergence as a major sports market “didn't happen by accident,” the impact of the landmark 2018 U.S. Supreme Court sports betting decision, and how that ruling helped open the floodgates for major league sports and sports-related investment in Las Vegas. Ira and Ron also discuss the role of private-public partnerships, the debate over when public funding may be necessary for major sports projects, and the remarkable coalescing of arenas and stadiums on or near the Las Vegas Strip. Having covered Las Vegas sports since arriving in the city in 1984, Ron shares his choic-es for the three biggest sporting events he has witnessed—including the unforgettable moment when the Vegas Golden Knights won the Stanley Cup. And what happened to boxing? Ron reflects on the glory days of boxing in Las Vegas, why the sport no longer holds the same position it once did in the city, and how MMA has emerged as a major force in the modern Las Vegas sports landscape. From Little League dreams to championship celebrations, from sports betting to billion-dollar stadium projects, this episode is a compelling look at how Las Vegas became a global sports powerhouse. Listen to “Talk About Las Vegas With Ira” and discover why the biggest game in Las Vegas may be the city's continuing rise as one of the world's great sports capitals. (Also Watch Full Podcast Video)

2026-09-07 Lediglich zwei Siege fehlten den Golden Knights zum Stanley Cup 2026. Trotzdem gab es große Veränderungen rund um das Team aus Sin City. Welche Titelchancen hat der neue Coach Ryan Craig mit Vegas in seiner ersten Saison? ———————————— Unterstütze Sportpassion bei der Global Series 2026 ———————————— Werde dauerhaft Supporter Einmalige Unterstützung per paypal Instagram […] Dieser Podcast wird vermarktet von der Podcastbude.www.podcastbu.de - Full-Service-Podcast-Agentur - Konzeption, Produktion, Vermarktung, Distribution und Hosting.Du möchtest deinen Podcast auch kostenlos hosten und damit Geld verdienen?Dann schaue auf www.kostenlos-hosten.de und informiere dich.Dort erhältst du alle Informationen zu unseren kostenlosen Podcast-Hosting-Angeboten. kostenlos-hosten.de ist ein Produkt der Podcastbude.

2026-09-07 Lediglich zwei Siege fehlten den Golden Knights zum Stanley Cup 2026. Trotzdem gab es große Veränderungen rund um das Team aus Sin City. Welche Titelchancen hat der neue Coach Ryan Craig mit Vegas in seiner ersten Saison? ———————————— Unterstütze Sportpassion bei der Global Series 2026 ———————————— Werde dauerhaft Supporter Einmalige Unterstützung per paypal Instagram […]

Send us Fan MailA Broadway kid from Ontario cold calls a team that doesn't exist yet, helps sell Las Vegas on hockey, and ends up with a Stanley Cup ring. Then he gets a text from Triple H and becomes a WWE SmackDown ring announcer. That's the kind of career path that only makes sense once you hear Mark Shunock, also known as Mark Nash, explain the through-line: preparation, presence, and service. We talk about what it's really like being an in-arena host for the Vegas Golden Knights at T-Mobile Arena, why Vegas “game presentation” rewired the modern sports experience, and how you bring the same passion night after night when thousands of fans are counting on you. Mark shares a mindset we can't shake: someone in the crowd is seeing this for the first time, and someone else may be seeing it for the last time. We also go beyond the mic. Mark opens up about the Golden Knights' role in helping the city heal after October 1, the behind-the-scenes grind of WWE travel, and how he and his wife built Monday's Dark into a fundraising engine for Las Vegas nonprofits. Finally, we get into The Space Las Vegas and its next chapter: mental health and wellness support for hospitality workers, entertainers, veterans, and first responders, anchored by a simple question, “Who serves those who serve?” If you got value from this conversation, subscribe, share it with a friend who's building something, and leave us a review with your biggest takeaway.

Sign up for the Apples & Ginos Patron League HEREThe finish line is here. Nate and Blake wrap up the annual Apples & Ginos projections series with the final four teams: the Vancouver Canucks, Vegas Golden Knights, Washington Capitals and Winnipeg Jets.They break down every fantasy-relevant player on each roster, including projected lines, power-play deployment, coaching changes, offseason additions and departures, projection disagreements and their favourite draft targets.Can Manny Malhotra get Elias Pettersson and Vancouver back on track? Is Zeev Buium ready to take over PP1? What changes under Ryan Craig in Vegas, and how high can Jack Eichel, Mitch Marner and Shea Theodore climb? Washington suddenly has one of the deepest forward groups in hockey — but who actually gets the premium deployment? And in Winnipeg, are Cole Perfetti and Gabriel Vilardi being overlooked behind the established stars?Eight episodes. All 32 NHL teams. The projections are officially complete.Next stop: draft season. Let's get to BIZ!

Chris Gawlik joins the program to discuss the Vegas Golden Knights. Jesse and Victor ask about pros Jack Eichel, Mitch Marner, Mark Stone, Tomas Hertl, Ivan Barbashev, William Karlsson, Rasmus Andersson, Shea Theodore, Noah Hanifin, Carter Hart, and Adin Hill. In Cat's instincts, Cat Silverman of InGoal magazine joins to discuss prospect goalies Carl Lindblom, Pavel Moysevich, Matthew Minchak, and Cameron Whitehead. In the dynasty dig, we break down Trevor Connelly, Mateo Nobert, and Jakob Ihs-Wozniak with the help of reports from FHL scouts Dalton and Patrick and polls from NHL Rank King Mason Black.Have a listen! Our show is part of the Dobber Podcast Network and sponsored by Fantrax.com. Email fantasyhockeylife@gmail.com and ask to join our free discord. Join our Patreon at Patreon.com/fantasyhockeylife for rankings, bonus podcasts, in-depth prospect reports with video, show notes and more. Check our Facebook and Instagram pages.   View our YouTube for more prospect videos at https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCQPYVXp3foOcvh7344fjKmA. Listen and subscribe wherever podcasts are posted - and give us 5 stars! We want to be your best place to talk about the game of dynasty fantasy hockey

Die Offseason der Anaheim Ducks bleibt spannend und die nächsten großen Fragen werfen bereits ihre Schatten auf die kommende Saison! In der neuen Folge des Anaheim Ducks Blog sprechen wir über die aktuellen News rund um die Ducks und werfen einen genauen Blick auf die aktuelle Lage des Teams. Wo stehen die Ducks kurz vor dem Training Camp? Wie ist der Kader aktuell aufgestellt und welche offenen Baustellen könnten noch entscheidend werden? Natürlich steht auch Cutter Gauthier im Mittelpunkt: Nach seiner starken Entwicklung und einer überragenden vergangenen Saison stellt sich eine große Frage – wie geht und eventuell wo geht es für Ihn ... Dieser Podcast wird vermarktet von der Podcastbude.www.podcastbu.de - Full-Service-Podcast-Agentur - Konzeption, Produktion, Vermarktung, Distribution und Hosting.Du möchtest deinen Podcast auch kostenlos hosten und damit Geld verdienen?Dann schaue auf www.kostenlos-hosten.de und informiere dich.Dort erhältst du alle Informationen zu unseren kostenlosen Podcast-Hosting-Angeboten. kostenlos-hosten.de ist ein Produkt der Podcastbude.

Kevin Danna, the radio voice of the Golden State Valkyries, joins Hoopsology for a deep, wide-ranging conversation covering the most unprecedented expansion story in recent sports memory, his own remarkable broadcasting journey, and where basketball's biggest leagues are headed next. Kevin opens with a personal favorite-memory tradition — crying as a kid after John Paxson's Game 6 shot sealed the Bulls' 1993 title over Phoenix, and being in the building for Golden State's first home playoff win in 13 years back in 2007 — before diving into just how historic the Valkyries' rise has been. He compares it to the Vegas Golden Knights' stunning inaugural Stanley Cup Final run, then walks through the franchise's full two-year build: a roster nobody outside the organization knew entering year one (undrafted French national teamer Janelle Salaün, overseas standout Carla Leite, in-and-out journeywoman Iliana Rupert), role players who broke out into All-Stars (Kayla Thornton, Veronica Burton), and the year-two additions — Gabby Williams and Kiah Stokes — that turned a surprise playoff team into a legitimate title contender now sitting at 28-11. The heart of the conversation digs into what's actually driving the winning: a suffocating, league-best defense under head coach Natalie Nakase that allows the fewest points per game in the WNBA by a wide margin, the league's slowest pace, and a three-point volume approach that bails them out even on cold shooting nights. Kevin breaks down the matchups the Valkyries most want to avoid in the playoffs (namely A'ja Wilson and a stacked Minnesota Lynx roster), before painting a vivid picture of the team's one-of-a-kind fanbase — a crowd almost entirely unconnected to Warriors season-ticket holders, decked out in homemade violet gear at "Valhalla" (their nickname for Chase Center), and known for something almost unheard of in sports: giving standing ovations after losses. From there, Kevin shares his own origin story — from student manager at Stanford alongside future NBA players, to building his resume calling everything from water polo to softball, to a chance Stanford pickup-basketball connection with Kirk Lacob that eventually led to the Santa Cruz Warriors job and, 15 years later, the Valkyries gig. He breaks down why the G League matters far more than casual fans realize — as a rehab site for stars like Steph Curry and Klay Thompson, a coaching pipeline, and a testing ground for rules the NBA and WNBA have since adopted — and shares his own game-prep process across the NBA, WNBA, and G League. The episode closes with Kevin's take on what's next for basketball globally, including his firsthand experience covering French professional hoops during Victor Wembanyama's pre-draft year, his curiosity about the developing NBA Europe league, and the WNBA's ambitious plan to reach 18 teams by 2030.

Las Vegas sports reporter and News 3 Las Vegas anchor Alexa Belcastro joins The VIBE with Kelly Cardenas to talk Las Vegas sports, the Las Vegas Raiders, Vegas Golden Knights, Las Vegas Aces, UNLV, sports broadcasting, and the human stories behind the biggest games in Southern Nevada. A Las Vegas native who chased her dream of sports broadcasting across California, Montana, Colorado, and Nashville, Alexa has come full circle—back home covering the teams and athletes she grew up watching.Alexa covers some of the biggest sports stories in Las Vegas, including the Raiders, Golden Knights, Aces, UNLV and the rapidly evolving sports landscape across Southern Nevada. But her approach to sports journalism goes far beyond scores, statistics, and highlights.A graduate of the University of San Diego, Alexa spent years moving across the country to build her career in sports media. From California to Montana, Colorado and Nashville, every stop brought her closer to the dream of becoming a sports reporter and anchor.Now, that dream has brought her home.In this conversation, Kelly and Alexa talk about what it means to cover sports in the city where you were born and raised, the incredible growth of Las Vegas sports, the rise of the Raiders, Golden Knights and Aces, UNLV athletics, and what it takes to build a career in sports broadcasting.But perhaps most importantly, they talk about the story behind the story—the people, personalities, struggles, victories and moments that make sports so much bigger than the final score.If you love Las Vegas sports, sports journalism, sports broadcasting, the Las Vegas Raiders, Vegas Golden Knights, Las Vegas Aces, UNLV, News 3 Las Vegas, or behind-the-scenes stories about the people shaping sports in Southern Nevada, this episode is for you.

Clearly the weakest of the four divisions in 2025-26, half of the teams in this octet enter the new season with a change behind the bench, including the one and two teams, the Vegas Golden Knights and the Edmonton Oilers.While the VGK did stun many sweeping the Presidents' Trophy-winning Colorado Avalanche enroute to the Final, a rookie head coach will be under the microscope as will a veteran in Edmonton trying to re-build his reputation.Let's also not forget what's taking place in the Golden State. Can the Sharks be the Ducks of the new season and are the Kings simply stuck in suspended animation?IN THIS EPISODE:[05:26] - Vegas Golden Knights[13:41] - Edmonton Oilers[21:29] - Anaheim Ducks[27:08] - Los Angeles Kings[33:53] - San Jose Sharks[40:06] - Seattle Kraken[46:26] - Calgary Flames[51:26] - Vancouver CanucksX: 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 #NHL #BZZR #AnaheimDucks #BostonBruins #BuffaloSabres #CalgaryFlames #CarolinaHurricanes #ChicagoBlackhawks #ColoradoAvalanche #ColumbusBlueJackets #DallasStars #DetroitRedWings #EdmontonOilers #FloridaPanthers #LosAngelesKings #MinnesotaWild #MontrealCanadiens #NashvillePredators #NewJerseyDevils #NewYorkIslanders #NewYorkRangers #OttawaSenators #PhiladelphiaFlyers #PittsburghPenguins #StLouisBlues #SanJoseSharks #SeattleKraken #TampaBayLightning #TorontoMapleLeafs #UtahMammoth #VancouverCanucks #VegasGoldenKnights #WashingtonCapitals #WinnipegJets

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  Hallo Hockeyfreunde, welche Traditionen machen die NHL so besonders? In dieser Folge nehmen wir euch mit auf eine Reise durch die gesamte Liga und sprechen über die einzigartigen Rituale der Teams und ihrer Fans. Von den legendären Octopus-Würfen in Detroit über den Ratten in Florida, den Storm Surge der Carolina Hurricanes bis hin zu den zahlreichen Fangesängen, Torhupen und besonderen Playoff-Bräuchen – wir schauen uns an, was jedes NHL-Team einzigartig macht. Außerdem sprechen wir darüber, wie diese Traditionen entstanden sind, welche Geschichten dahinterstecken und warum sie für Spieler und Fans bis heute eine so große Bedeutung haben. Eine Folge für alle NHL-Fans – egal ob ... Dieser Podcast wird vermarktet von der Podcastbude.www.podcastbu.de - Full-Service-Podcast-Agentur - Konzeption, Produktion, Vermarktung, Distribution und Hosting.Du möchtest deinen Podcast auch kostenlos hosten und damit Geld verdienen?Dann schaue auf www.kostenlos-hosten.de und informiere dich.Dort erhältst du alle Informationen zu unseren kostenlosen Podcast-Hosting-Angeboten. kostenlos-hosten.de ist ein Produkt der Podcastbude.

  Hallo Hockeyfreunde, welche Traditionen machen die NHL so besonders? In dieser Folge nehmen wir euch mit auf eine Reise durch die gesamte Liga und sprechen über die einzigartigen Rituale der Teams und ihrer Fans. Von den legendären Octopus-Würfen in Detroit über den Ratten in Florida, den Storm Surge der Carolina Hurricanes bis hin zu den zahlreichen Fangesängen, Torhupen und besonderen Playoff-Bräuchen – wir schauen uns an, was jedes NHL-Team einzigartig macht. Außerdem sprechen wir darüber, wie diese Traditionen entstanden sind, welche Geschichten dahinterstecken und warum sie für Spieler und Fans bis heute eine so große Bedeutung haben. Eine Folge für alle NHL-Fans – egal ob ... Dieser Podcast wird vermarktet von der Podcastbude.www.podcastbu.de - Full-Service-Podcast-Agentur - Konzeption, Produktion, Vermarktung, Distribution und Hosting.Du möchtest deinen Podcast auch kostenlos hosten und damit Geld verdienen?Dann schaue auf www.kostenlos-hosten.de und informiere dich.Dort erhältst du alle Informationen zu unseren kostenlosen Podcast-Hosting-Angeboten. kostenlos-hosten.de ist ein Produkt der Podcastbude.

Daniel and Luis dive into everything from the NHL playoffs and Vegas Golden Knights fandom to one of the funniest confessions in show history.The guys react to the latest happenings in the Covino & Rich universe, discuss Daniel's thoughtful "Airita" shirt gift that received a shoutout, debate the viral traffic stop involving a woman with a missing hand, and weigh in on the Hot Tub Boys' potential Mexico City trip.Plus, Daniel reveals an embarrassing secret he's been carrying around for months involving Karen Bass, Carol Baskin, and a serious case of mistaken identity.From sports and pop culture to ridiculous stories and listener interaction, this episode delivers the laughs and randomness you've come to expect from The After Show But Later.Chapters00:00 Intro & Unofficial After Show Discussion02:07 Luis Joins During the NHL Playoffs03:23 Why Hockey Playoffs Are So Entertaining05:42 Becoming a Vegas Golden Knights Fan?07:20 Thoughts on the Crash Documentary Series11:41 Why Sad TV Shows Aren't Always Worth It15:02 Covino's Airita Shirt & Daniel's Gift Story17:44 Family Photos, Memories & Hidden Treasures19:51 Covino's Eye Exam & Contact Lens Talk26:12 The Viral "Stump Hand" Traffic Stop Debate31:53 Confession Time Begins32:30 Karen Bass vs. Carol Baskin Mix-Up

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

Spring Cleaning – Utah MammothThe Utah Mammoth took a major step forward during the 2025-26 season, qualifying for the Stanley Cup Playoffs in only their second year in Salt Lake City. Led by Clayton Keller and an exciting young core, Utah earned the first Wild Card position in the Western Conference before falling to the Vegas Golden Knights in six games. Neil Smith and Vic Morren examine the franchise's progress, its impressive depth, the areas that still need improvement, and why Utah could soon challenge for a top-three position in its division.IN THIS EPISODE:[00:00:00] The Mammoth qualify for the playoffs as the Western Conference's first Wild Card team. It marks the first postseason appearance for the Arizona-Utah franchise since the 2020 bubble and its first traditional playoff berth since 2012.[00:00:25] Utah gives a strong account of itself in the opening round before losing to the Vegas Golden Knights in six games. Neil sees the Mammoth as a young, exciting team that has made meaningful progress.[00:00:45] Captain Clayton Keller leads a talented young foundation. After entering the season expected to challenge for a Wild Card berth, Utah does more than simply knock on the door and successfully earns a playoff position.[00:01:00] Vic looks back at the franchise's final season in Arizona, when the team remained competitive through roughly 45 games before news of the relocation contributed to an 0-12-2 collapse.[00:01:25] The move to Salt Lake City provides stability, but Utah remains inconsistent at home. The Mammoth post a .537 winning percentage at the Delta Center, tied for 22nd in the NHL.[00:01:50] Keller is joined by Dylan Guenther, Nick Schmaltz, and Logan Cooley as the centerpiece of the offense. Utah also strengthens the lineup by acquiring J.J. Peterka from the Buffalo Sabres.[00:02:10] The defense features Mikhail Sergachev, Ian Cole, John Marino, and Sean Durzi. Utah also signs Nate Schmidt following his Stanley Cup-winning season with the Florida Panthers.[00:02:30] Karel Vejmelka provides dependable goaltending, but Neil believes the Mammoth need another strong option in net with Vitek Vanecek approaching unrestricted free agency.[00:02:50] Statistically, Utah improves by only three standings points from the previous season. However, its goal differential jumps from minus-10 to plus-28, showing a much stronger overall team.[00:03:15] The Mammoth improve from 17th to 12th in goals against, although their goals-against average and save percentage remain similar. Their special teams rankings also decline despite the playoff qualification.[00:03:35] Utah makes an important late-season acquisition by adding defenseman MacKenzie Weegar from the Calgary Flames, further strengthening an already capable blue line.[00:03:55] Much of Utah's improvement comes from deeper in the lineup. Lawson Crouse matches a career high with 24 goals and finishes with a career-best plus-20 rating.[00:04:15] Michael Carcone scores 16 goals and records a career-high 31 points. Kailer Yamamoto becomes increasingly important late in the year and contributes five points in the playoff series against Vegas.[00:04:35] Kevin Stenlund, Alex Kerfoot, Jack McBain, and Brandon Tanev give André Tourigny four dependable forward lines. That depth allows Utah to remain competitive even when its stars are not producing.[00:04:55] Neil cautions that the Western Conference was weaker than the East, making the playoff path somewhat easier. Utah will need further improvement to guarantee another postseason appearance.[00:05:15] Compared with Nashville, Los Angeles, San Jose, Anaheim, St. Louis, and Winnipeg, Utah appears to maintain a small but consistent edge throughout the season.[00:05:35] The Mammoth avoid the extended winning and losing streaks that define many other teams. Their consistency from October through April becomes one of their greatest strengths.[00:05:55] General Manager Bill Armstrong enters the 2026 NHL Draft with seven selections, including two third-round picks and two fifth-round picks.[00:06:15] Utah does not own a second-round pick after including it in the MacKenzie Weegar trade. The organization also lacks a sixth-round selection following a previous pick swap with Nashville.[00:06:35] The Mammoth project to have approximately $5.5 million in cap space before the July 1 reset. Neil believes Salt Lake City has also become a more attractive destination for NHL players.[00:06:55] Unrestricted free agents include Alex Kerfoot, Kevin Stenlund, Kevin Rooney, Kailer Yamamoto, Ian Cole, Nick DeSimone, and Vitek Vanecek. Barrett Hayton is the team's lone restricted free agent.[00:07:15] Neil identifies Kerfoot as the unrestricted free agent Utah should prioritize retaining. Armstrong must then determine how to replace any veterans who leave during the offseason.[00:07:35] Compared with many teams featured in Spring Cleaning, Utah does not require a major overhaul. The roster already has a strong foundation and primarily needs additional depth and goaltending support.[00:07:55] Neil believes the Mammoth remain a few years away from becoming a legitimate Stanley Cup contender. However, their playoff experience and young core could allow them to challenge for a top-three position in the division as soon as next season.

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Sebastian and Pete recap their time in Vegas which included a visit to the Sphere, time at the pool and cranking the siren at a Golden Knights game. Sebastian is concerned he might be bad luck for teams that invite him to their games. While in Vegas, Sebastian went shopping which leads in to a trip down memory lane of selling Cavaricci jeans and getting ready to go out at night. The guys react to the viral graduation speech video and kids trying to find their spot in life. Pete pulled a couple of Pete's on the trip back home from Vegas. The guys discuss airport and plane etiquette especially when someone is in a wheelchair. Sebastian's been giving out “Thank You” chocolates but the response hasn't been what he had hoped for. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See https://pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Ray Ratto joins Drew and Roth to talk about two cups, Stanley and World. But first, on a scale of Not Very to Maybe A Little, how happy is Ray for New Yorkers right now? Then, because Drew does not watch nor care about either the Vegas Golden Knights or the Carolina Hurricanes, he asks Ray – was it a good Stanley Cup? Also, the US men's team looked genuinely good in their first group match. Should we be getting our hopes up for this team? Finally, they open up the funbag to answer real questions from Defector listeners. Do you want to hear your question answered on the pod? Well, give us a call at 909-726-3720. That is 909-PANERA-0!Stuff We Talked AboutA cat in a blender singing backup for Taylor SwiftIndifference to your joyF**king yourself as good policyBad energy stink linesPenile movesSponsors- Zocdoc, where you can find and instantly book a doctor you love today.Credits- Hosts: Drew Magary & David Roth- Producer: Brandon Grugle- Editor: Mischa Stanton- Production Services & Ads: Multitude Podcasts- Subscribe to Defector!About The ShowThe Distraction is Defector's flagship podcast about sports (and movies, and art, and sandwiches, and certain coastal states) from longtime writers Drew Magary and David Roth. Every week, Drew and Roth tackle subjects, both serious and impossibly stupid, with a parade of guests from around the world of sports and media joining in the fun! Roth and Drew also field Funbag questions from Defector readers, answer listener voicemails, and get upset about the number of people who use speakerphone while in a public bathroom stall. This is a show where everything matters, because everyone could use a Distraction. Head to defector.com for more info.See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

The Stanley Cup Final is even at a game apiece after the Carolina Hurricanes' epic overtime win in Game 2 over the Vegas Golden Knights. Roy, David, Rose, and Ethan are here to break down what they have seen in The Final so far and what to expect from the rest of this series. They also discuss Dylan Larkin's request for a trade out of Detroit, upcoming changes to the NHL's All-Star weekend format, and Jon Cooper winning the Jack Adams Award over Lindy Ruff. Then, Nick Alberga of Leafs Morning Take joins the show to discuss what promises to be a critical offseason for the Toronto Maple Leafs, before the gang discusses episodes six and seven of Off Campus. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

On today's show, Pat, AJ Hawk, and the boys chat about last night's massive Knicks win in game 1 of the NBA Finals as Jalen Brunson went crazy, KAT kept Wemby in check, and the boost on DraftKings won. They also preview game 2 of the Stanley Cup Finals, with the Vegas Golden Knights leading the Carolina Hurricanes 1-0, as well as all the different injury news that is coming to the fore front in the NFL. Joining the progrum is 15 year NBA veteran, NBA Champion, and ESPN NBA analyst, Kendrick Perkins to chat about the Knicks massive win last night and his expectations for the rest of the series; Next, 18 year NHL veteran, former #1 pick, and ESPN NHL analyst, Erik Johnson joins the progrum to chat about tonight's game 2 of the Stanley Cup Finals; lastly, ESPN Junior NFL Insider, NFL Network Senior NFL Insider to chat about injury news floating around the NFL, and Christian Watson getting a new deal from the Green Bay Packers. Make sure to subscribe to youtube.com/thepatmcafeeshow or watch on ESPN (12-2 EDT), ESPN's Youtube (12-3 EDT), or ESPN+. We appreciate the hell out of all of you, we're off tomorrow, we'll be back Monday LIVE from Bristol. Cheers. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

On today's show, Pat, Darius Butler, AJ Hawk, and the boys chat about the Vegas Golden Knights beating the Carolina Hurricanes 5-4 to take a 1-0 lead in the Stanley Cup Finals, they preview the NBA Finals, and discuss everything else happening in the sports world including the WCWS, and a couple of aces on the bump tonight in MLB. They are also joined by a litany of great guests including Super Bowl Champion and LA Rams General Manager Les Snead; Heather Dinich live from the senate committee hearings on college sports; ESPN NFL analyst/host Peter Schrager; Olympic Gold Medalist, 13 year NHL veteran and ESPN NHL analyst, PK Subban; and NBA Champion, 10 year NBA veteran, and ESPN NBA analyst, Iman Shumpert. Make sure to subscribe to youtube.com/thepatmcafeeshow or watch on ESPN (12-2 EDT), ESPN's Youtube (12-3 EDT), or ESPN+. We appreciate the hell out of all of you, we'll see you tomorrow. Cheers. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Roy, David, Ethan, and Rose are still trying to figure out what happened to the Colorado Avalanche after they got swept by the Vegas Golden Knights in the Western Conference Final. The guys break down what led to this stunning result, one that Rose correctly predicted. Plus, Ethan was very wrong about the Montreal Canadiens and owes an apology to the Carolina Hurricanes. Plus, Roy honors the legacy of Claude Lemieux after the stunning news of his passing. Then, Sara Civian of Bleacher Report and the Too Many Men Podcast joins the show to discuss the moral conundrum that comes with the Vegas Golden Knights making the Stanley Cup Final, how right she was about the Carolina Hurricanes, as well as her thoughts on the passing of Claude Lemieux. Finally, it's time for Roy's favorite part of the show: reacting to episodes four and five of Off Campus. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

"I'm getting all choked up." The Vegas Golden Knights are returning to the Stanley Cup Final for the third time in their nine-year franchise history, despite Mike Ryan guaranteeing before the series that the Colorado Avalanche would win the Stanley Cup. Is that a worse mistake than Dan saying Sandy Alcantara is unhittable? Plus, a Greg Cote cough for the ages, more Giannis-to-Miami trade rumors, Jason Williams going after his alma mater, and Greg Cote's eulogy of Manny "lovingly called 'Taco'" Fernandez. Today's Cast: Dan, Zaslow, Greg, Chris, JuJu, Mike, Trysta Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Three of the four teams are set in the conference finals of the Stanley Cup Playoffs, so the show starts in its natural place: discussing the Toronto Maple Leafs and Edmonton Oilers. The Leafs fired Craig Berube and the Oilers let go of Kris Knoblauch this week, so the gang breaks down what the moves mean for each club. In between wins and losses, Roy lets Ethan have exactly three minutes to discuss the Stanley Cup Playoffs, including the thrilling series between the Montreal Canadiens and Buffalo Sabres, and the Vegas Golden Knights taking out the Anaheim Ducks to set up an exciting Western Conference final with the Colorado Avalanche. Brad Williams joins the show to discuss his Duckies and how, despite the loss to the Knights, he is still excited about the future in Orange County. Finally, the group gives their review of Episode 1 of the new Amazon Prime show, Off Campus. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices