Canada, USA Olympic rosters: who’s on the bubble?

First, Ian and Hailey break down headlines from the last week around the league, including the Carolina Hurricanes becoming the first team to win twenty games this season, Erik Karlsson saying he “didn’t sign up for a rebuild” with the underperforming San Jose Sharks, and the continuing John Tortorella-Patrik Laine benching saga in Columbus.Then, The Athletic’s senior NHL prospects writer Corey Pronman joins the show to discuss whether in hindsight Alexis Lafrenière, Tim Stützle, or Quinton Byfield should’ve gone first overall in the 2020 draft, the challenges in evaluating the 2021 draft class because of COVID-19, prospects that could be on the move at this year’s trade deadline, Calder trophy possibilities, and more.Plus, to close things out, Ian and Hailey run through a series of Multiple Choice Madness questions and Hailey answers listener questions in another installment of the Hailbag.And, don’t forget, you sign up for an annual subscription to The Athletic for just $3.99 a month when you visit http://theathletic.com/hockeyshow Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

15 Maalis 20211h 9min

Ian Mendes and Sean McIndoe discuss their expectations for the upcoming trade deadline and the possible lack of significant trades. Also, thoughts on the NHL's return to ESPN, and if the Canucks or the Sabres have the most tortured fanbase in the league.Then, in "Granger Things", Jesse Granger joins to discuss if the books take home-ice advantage into account with some arenas allowing limited fans in attendance, best futures bets to win the Stanley Cup, and his interview with Allan Walsh on Marc-André Fleury's season.To wrap up, Ian and Sean answer some mailbag questions, and dive into "This Week in Hockey History".Have a question? Email theathletichockeyshow@gmail.com or leave a voicemail at (845) 445-8459!Save on a subscription to The Athletic: theathletic.com/hockeyshow Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

11 Maalis 20211h 1min

Bob McKenzie, Hockey Hall of Fame broadcaster and writer joins Scott and Pierre on the Two Man Advantage edition of The Athletic Hockey Show. The guys discuss proposed changes to the NHL draft, living in the COVID-19 world, one year later and the boys share their memories on the life of Walter Gretzky.Scott and Pierre also take a deep dive into Darryl Sutter returning to Calgary to coach the Flames, the NHL signing a 7 year broadcast contract with ESPN and they take your questions on the Buffalo Sabres, Toronto Maple Leafs and Ottawa Senators in our weekly mailbag segment. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

10 Maalis 20211h 3min

First, Ian and Hailey break down yet another Tom Wilson suspension, this time getting seven games for boarding Brandon Carlo during last Friday’s Caps-Bruins matchup, the Calgary Flames naming Darryl Sutter head coach following Geoff Ward’s dismissal, the Vegas Golden Knights getting kicked out of their San Jose hotel mid-road trip, and more.Then, The Athletic’s Tim Graham stops by to discuss the anger and frustration building around the Buffalo Sabres organization as the team continues to flounder, his article talking to five former Sabres captains about the rough state of the franchise, the return of fans to the KeyBank Center at the end of the month, and more.Plus, to close things out, Ian and Hailey hit five Multiple Choice Madness questions and they open up the Hailbag and answer listener questions about the NHL’s lack of load-management and a hypothetical Jack Eichel-for-Filip Forsberg trade.And, don’t forget, you sign up for an annual subscription to The Athletic for just $3.99 a month when you visit http://theathletic.com/hockeyshow Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

8 Maalis 20211h

Ian Mendes and Sean McIndoe discuss the Maple Leafs running away with the North division and being a Stanley Cup favorite. Then, Zach Parise gets benched in Minnesota and a look back at when Cam Neely was benched by Steve Kasper. The situation is bubbling over in Buffalo, what is the move the Sabres need to make with Jake Eichel? Also, the Habs fire their goalie coach mid-game, a chat about bad narratives in response to a listener voicemail, and in This Week in Hockey History, a look back at a big day for both Mario Lemieux and Teemu Selanne.Have a question? Email theathletichockeyshow@gmail.com or leave a voicemail at (845) 445-8459!Save on a subscription to The Athletic: theathletic.com/hockeyshow Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

4 Maalis 202146min

Scott and Pierre welcome Carolina Hurricanes goalie James Reimer to the Two Man Advantage edition of The Athletic Hockey Show. Reims has led the Canes to the third best record in the NHL. James and Pierre and Scott discuss goalie load management, Reims time with Roberto Luongo, playing for the Leafs, and how the Canes are preparing for a long playoff run this Spring.Scott and Pierre take a trip around the league and discuss the Habs hiring Sean Burke as their goalie coach, John Tortorella receiving a vote of confidence in Columbus and the mess in Buffalo, with the Sabres at the bottom of the NHL standings and rumours swirling around the future of Jack Eichel in the Queen cityFinally, Scott and Pierre answer your questions on the NHL, including the surprising Chicago Blackhawks, Calgary Flames and if the NHL would switch formats to a final 4, disregarding conferences.The Athletic listener survey: https://www.surveymonkey.com/r/athleticaudiosurvey Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

3 Maalis 20211h 9min

First, Ian and Hailey discuss some headlines, including the obvious problems in the Buffalo Sabres organization, Jordan Binnington’s raucous exit from the Blues-Sharks game Saturday night, cautious optimism about the NHL’s COVID-19 protocols heading into March, and more.Then, The Athletic’s own Dom Luszczyszyn joins the show to talk about Jack Eichel’s potential value on the trade market, North Division playoff probabilities, whether the Blackhawks or Kings have a better chance to make the playoffs, Sidney Crosby’s slight offensive regression, Evgeni Malkin’s elite years possibly coming to an end, and more.Plus, to close things out, Ian, Hailey, and Dom run through a series of Multiple Choice Madness questions, and in another installment of the Hailbag, the group answers questions about the Maple Leafs and whether they’re good, feasting on poor goaltending, or both, a hypothetical Jack Eichel trade, and more.And, don’t forget, you can sign up for an annual subscription to The Athletic for just $3.99 a month when you visit http://theathletic.com/hockeyshowThe Athletic listener survey: https://www.surveymonkey.com/r/athleticaudiosurvey Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

1 Maalis 202155min

Ian Mendes and Sean McIndoe discuss the Canadiens' search for a head coach after the firing of Claude Julien, does the next coach have to be a francophone? Also, is Julien the first domino in this season's coaching changes? The Kings are also surging with their older players leading the way and currently finding themselves in a playoff spot.In "Granger Things", Jesse Granger highlights the North Division in fantasy hockey and the biggest overachievers so far this season. Then in the mailbag, is Claude Giroux underrated?, and the duo wraps up with a discussion about Gretzky's trade to the Blues in "This Week in Hockey History".Have a question? Email theathletichockeyshow@gmail.com or leave a voicemail at (845) 445-8459!Also, we're looking for your feedback, tell us here: https://www.surveymonkey.com/r/athleticaudiosurvey Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

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