Barbashev's role with VGK
Ivan Barbeshev was a moveable piece for VGK last season. He was on the top line for the most part and moved around in the 2nd and 3rd lines. We talk about where Barbashev could fit in this season. His name was out there in trade rumors all summer. He still had 51 points for VGK and 23 goals last season, despite being moved up and down the lineup. VGK announced the Rookie Camp lineup this week and we speculate which players could move up to the next level to play for the Golden Knights this season.
9 Sep 28min
"Elite, Very Elite," says McCrimmon on Marner #MarnerMonday
Kelly McCrimmon spoke to Pierre LeBrun from the Athletic last week. McCrimmon called Mitch Marner elite and also said he doesn't know if Marner needed a change of scenery, he's just happy Marner is here in Las Vegas. McCrimmon also said he feels the roster is set for this upcoming season. And, we talk about FanDuel's point props for each team in the Pacific.
8 Sep 28min
Was Adin Hill snubbed in NHL Network's Top 10 Goalie List?
It's NHL Goalie Week and we discuss whether Adin Hill was snubbed by NHL Network on its Top10 list. We feel Hill should be on that list as we compare his stats to others at his position. We also name our Top Five VGK goalies of all time. And it's WTF Day with fan comments.
5 Sep 28min
Insider: Eichel to sign extension before the start of the season
NHL insider Frank Seravalli says a Jack Eichel extension could happen before the start of the upcoming season. He says Eichel could make between $13-13.5 million AAV. Eichel was rumored to want around $15-million per year. Eichel becomes a free agent after this season if he and VGK can't come to terms. It would take a lot of stress if he signs before the puck drops on a new campaign. The NHL post-season salary cap is discussed. And, we talk about a Q&A between coaches and NHL refs in Detroit this week.
4 Sep 28min
Pacific Division: Contenders, Pretenders, Dark Horses
Who are the Pacific Division's Contenders, Pretenders and Dark Houses? We break the teams down by grouping. Have L.A. or Edmonton peaked? We rank the VGK prospects following the lead of an NHL.com article. And, why the lack of NHL trade activity since July 25? Cap concerns and VGK working on Jack Eichel's contract extension could be factors in Las Vegas.
2 Sep 27min
Marner Monday: Safety concerns might have driven Marner out of Toronto
Mitch Marner might have been driven out of Toronto due to security concerns, especially when the Maple Leafs were eliminated from the playoffs. Marner said he received threats and had to hire his own security people. "Great addition" said Jack Eichel on Marner's fit with VGK. And VGK that might surprise us this upcoming season.
1 Sep 28min
Three biggest threats to VGK this season
We list our three biggest threats to VGK this upcoming season. What will VGK be like post-Olympics with Bruce Cassidy and possibly eight players going to Milan? Will egos get in the way this season with two superstars on the ice? Is the Pacific Division stronger from top to bottom? We also discuss the reduction in term contract limits and it's WTF Day.
29 Aug 28min
VGK has 15 National TV appearances this season
VGK will be appearing on National TV 15 times this upcoming season. That's one more game than a season ago. The TV schedule was announced Wednesday and includes one appearance on ABC, four ESPN-televised appearances, four more on ESPN+, and six TNT appearances. The much-anticipated VGK game versus Toronto will be aired on ESPN Jan. 15. Jack Eichel says the expectation for Team USA is to win Olympic Gold in Milan. And, don't count VGK acquiring Rasmus Andersson. Flames Captain Michael Backlund says "it's obvious" Andersson will be traded, likely before the season begins.
28 Aug 28min
