S3 Ep9: Early Warning Signs: Injuries, Struggling Teams, and Questions Across the NHL.

John Shannon and Daren Millard are back on 100% Hockey to break down the biggest stories from the opening weeks of the NHL season, including struggling teams, mounting injuries, and some surprising early results.

The conversation begins with the growing number of injuries around the league and whether shorter training camps and an expanded schedule could be contributing to the problem. John and Daren examine the difficult starts in Calgary, Vancouver, and Los Angeles, questioning what has gone wrong and how quickly those teams can turn things around.

In Toronto, the spotlight falls on Gavin McKenna after the first-overall pick saw limited ice time in the Maple Leafs' overtime loss to Buffalo. The guys debate Jim Hiller's handling of the rookie, whether the decision was intentional or simply a coaching oversight, and what it means for McKenna's development.

Elsewhere, John and Daren discuss Buffalo's impressive comeback, Ottawa's encouraging start under Travis Green, and New Jersey's performance against the Rangers. They also examine the growing importance of goaltending around the league and the challenges facing teams trying to establish consistency early in the season.

With plenty of unexpected results already shaping the standings, John and Daren separate early-season overreactions from the concerns that could become lasting problems.

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S3 Ep13: Taking the Next Step in Utah: Bill Armstrong on the Mammoth's Growth

John Shannon and Daren Millard welcome Utah Mammoth General Manager Bill Armstrong to 100% Hockey for a conversation about the organization's growth, its playoff ambitions, and the decisions shaping t...

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S3 Ep12: A Lifetime in Hockey: Glenn Healy on Outdoor Games, NHL Alumni, and Today's Stars.

John Shannon and Daren Millard welcome former NHL goaltender and NHL Alumni Association President Glenn Healy to 100% Hockey for a wide-ranging conversation about the game's history, the people who sh...

23 Okt 1h 5min

S3 Ep11: Around the NHL: Darren Pang on Bedard, Hellebuyck, and the Rangers

John Shannon and Daren Millard welcome longtime NHL broadcaster and former goaltender Darren Pang back to 100% Hockey for a wide-ranging conversation about the Chicago Blackhawks, early-season surpris...

21 Okt 51min

S3 Ep10: The Early Returns: Scotty Bowman on Surprises, Struggles, and the NHL Season

John Shannon and Daren Millard welcome legendary NHL coach Scotty Bowman to 100% Hockey for a wide-ranging conversation about coaching, player development, and the decisions that shape winning teams.T...

19 Okt 1h 24min

S3 Ep8: The GM's Perspective: Doug MacLean on Larkin, Hellebuyck, and the NHL

John Shannon and Daren Millard welcome Doug MacLean back to 100% Hockey, and as always, Doug arrives with no shortage of stories, strong opinions, and plenty to say about the state of the NHL.With his...

14 Okt 1h 17min

S3 Ep7: Hanging Up the Gloves: Ryan Reaves on Retirement, Fighting, and Life After Hockey.

John Shannon and Daren Millard are joined by recently retired NHL forward Ryan Reaves on 100% Hockey for a candid conversation about his decision to step away from the game after 16 seasons, the evolu...

12 Okt 50min

S3 Ep6: Beyond the Bench: Barry Trotz on Nashville, Ovechkin, and the Evolution of Hockey.

John Shannon and Daren Millard are joined by longtime NHL coach, former general manager, and current Nashville Predators advisor Barry Trotz on 100% Hockey for a wide-ranging conversation about leader...

9 Okt 1h 6min