Have these Maple Leafs finally reached their end?
The NHL’s final four is now in place with the Hurricanes and Panthers in the East and the Oilers and Stars in the West. On today’s Monday episode, Max and Laz break down both Conference Finals and make their Stanley Cup picks. Before that, the guys discuss an all-too-familiar Game 7 thumping for the Maple Leafs and the inevitable changes to come in Toronto, including potential destinations for pending UFA Mitch Marner. Plus, thoughts on the “ruthless”, defending Stanley Cup champion Florida Panthers, Mark Scheifele’s valiant performance in the Jets’ Game 6 loss to the Stars, and more. Hosts: Max Bultman and Mark LazerusExecutive Producer: Chris FlanneryProducer: Chris Flannery Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
19 Touko 51min
Which 2025 NHL Draft forwards are most intriguing?
It’s officially mock draft season with a draft order set and the 2025 NHL Draft quickly approaching. Today, the guys audit Corey and Scott’s latest mocks, including Anton Frondell going to the Blackhawks at No. 3 on both lists. Plus, how factoring in potential playoff performance would shake up the first round rankings, how far James Hagens could fall if he doesn’t go first overall, and why Roger McQueen is one of the most fascinating prospects in the class.Hosts: Max Bultman and Corey PronmanWith: Scott Wheeler and FloHockey’s Chris PetersExecutive Producer: Chris FlanneryProducer: Chris Flannery Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
16 Touko 48min
Maple Leafs hit rock bottom in humiliating Game 5 loss
Hailey and Sean reunite to discuss the pathetic, predictable effort by the Maple Leafs in a pivotal Game 5 against the far superior Florida Panthers. They discuss the Edmonton Oilers eliminating the Vegas Golden Knights, punching their ticket to the Western Final, and the two potential elimination games happening Thursday night, with the Stars and Hurricanes looking to advance past the Jets and Capitals. Host: Hailey Salvian and Sean GentilleExecutive Producer: Chris FlanneryProducer: Jeff Domet Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
15 Touko 49min
Top 5 disappointing players in the postseason
Sean, Frank and Sean are back together, they look back on Mikael Granlund's dominant performance for the Stars in game 5 vs the Jets as Dallas takes a commanding lead, they ask if the Hurricanes / Capitals series is the most boring playoff matchup, and Frankie presents his top 5 most disappointing players, so far this playoff season. Guess who is definitely on the list?Hosts: Sean Gentille and Sean McIndoeWith: Frankie CorradoExecutive Producer: Chris FlanneryProducer: Jeff Domet Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
14 Touko 48min
Who are the Conn Smythe contenders right now?
The Stanley Cup Playoffs are in full effect with incredible moments happening every night, but which players have stood out from the crowd to put themselves into the Conn Smythe conversation? Max, Laz, and Jesse break down the top picks halfway through the second round. First, The Athletic’s NHL insider Pierre LeBrun talks “next level of hatred” between the Leafs and Panthers, the coaching and GM carousels currently spinning, and more. Plus, the guys discuss Joel Quenneville’s return to the NHL behind the Ducks bench to close the show. Hosts: Max Bultman and Mark LazerusWith: Pierre LeBrun and Jesse GrangerExecutive Producer: Chris FlanneryProducer: Chris Flannery Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
12 Touko 46min
Will Matthew Schaefer go first overall at the NHL Draft?
On today’s Prospect Series episode of The Athletic Hockey Show, Max, Corey, and Scott talk about what makes Matthew Schaefer the presumptive No. 1 pick in this year’s NHL Draft, why James Hagens has fallen out of that conversation, and the guys answer listener questions in the return of the mailbag to close the show. Hosts: Max Bultman and Corey PronmanWith: Scott WheelerExecutive Producer: Chris FlanneryProducer: Chris Flannery Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
9 Touko 46min
Who are the most under-appreciated players of Round 2?
Sean Gentille welcomes Shayna Goldman and Dom Luszczyszyn to discuss the under-appreciated players in the playoffs for the remaining 8 teams, including Logan Stankoven, John Klingberg, Tyler Seguin and Jake McCabe. The crew looks back on the Maple Leafs game 2 win over the defending cup champion Panthers and the force of nature that is Mikko Rantanen who is clearly the best player on the planet right now, as Dallas takes a 1-0 lead over the Winnipeg Jets. Plus, Dom, Shayna and Sean offer their opinion on the Utah hockey club finally settling on a team name and logo, as they pick the Mammoth to represent Salt Lake City in the NHLHost: Sean GentilleWith: Shayna Goldman and Dom LuszczyszynExecutive Producer: Chris FlanneryProducer: Jeff Domet Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
8 Touko 56min
Should the Capitals be panicked after Canes Game 1 OT win?
Sean and Sean pick apart the Canes overtime win over the Capitals in game one, and if Washington can bounce back after head coach Spencer Carbery said he thought the Caps would be better. The guys wonder if Calvin Pickard can keep up his steady play, as the Oilers set an NHL record with their fifth straight come from behind victory, in game one vs Vegas, what the Maple Leafs should do with Sam Bennett and if Connor Hellebuyck will have a better round two vs the Stars, or if his playoff demons still remain? Hosts: Sean Gentille and Sean McIndoeExecutive Producer: Chris FlanneryProducer: Jeff Domet Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
7 Touko 49min
