Tage Thompson's breakout season in Buffalo, Vegas Golden Knights team identity isn't what it once was and Dylan Larkin's season ending injury in Detroit isn't such a bad thing for the draft lottery chasing Red Wings.

First up, The Athletic’s own Tarik El-Bashir joins the show to break down how the Washington Capitals have once again found themselves near the top of the NHL standings despite an aging roster, if the franchise will look to upgrade their goaltending at the trade deadline, and who they might target, Alex Ovechkin’s pursuit of Wayne Gretzky’s goal-scoring record, and much more.Plus, Ian and Hailey discuss the Vancouver Canucks’ COVID-19 crisis, and whether or not the team should play again this season, as upwards of fourteen players and coaches have been added to the protocols list, less-than-normal trade chatter a week away from the NHL trade deadline, and a round of Multiple Choice Madness to close things out.And, you can get 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.

5 Apr 20211h 1min

Ian Mendes and Sean McIndoe discuss Connor McDavid's elbow and Nathan MacKinnon's helmet toss, the Sabres snapping their losing streak against the now-spiraling Flyers, and Erik Karlsson's press conference snack. Also, "This Week in Hockey History" looks back at EBUG Scott Foster, and what possibly may be the best April Fool's prank ever in the NHL.Have a question for Ian and Sean? Email theathletichockeyshow@gmail.com, or leave a VM at (845) 445-8459!Save on a subscription to The Athletic: theathletic.com/hockeyshow Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

1 Apr 202140min

Los Angeles Kings defenseman Drew Doughty joins The Athletic Hockey Show: Two Man Advantage to discuss his bounce back season, his drive to win and playing in a COVID-19 world.Plus, Scott and Pierre look ahead to the April 12th NHL trade deadline. The Seattle Kraken are set to play a role in this years deadline, goaltending could play a factor, especially in Colorado, Philadelphia and Pittsburgh. The guys talk about the great season in Florida for the Panthers, despite losing Aaron Ekblad to season ending injury and who might join Joel Quenneville as a finalist for the Jack Adams Award.Finally, the guys take your questions on the next Sabres head coach, the Avalanche's team toughness and what the status is on Alex Ovechkin's contract negotiations. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

31 Mar 202157min

First up, Ian and Hailey discuss Aaron Ekblad’s terrible, likely season-ending leg injury, and how it’ll impact the Panthers’ playoff aspirations, how relaxed Canadian quarantine rules could change trade deadline decision-making in the North, market value for Taylor Hall as a rental, the Capitals defying certain expectations to remain an elite team in the league, and more.Then, The Athletic’s Rick Carpiniello joins the show to talk New York Rangers and discuss the chances of the team making the playoffs this season, Brendan Lemieux getting shipped to Los Angeles for a fourth round pick, the play of Alexis Lafrenière and Kaapo Kakko, Kris Knoblauch’s work as acting head coach while David Quinn was on the COVID list, the likelihood of Tony DeAngelo getting traded before the deadline, and Rick’s article on Brian Leetch comparing his game to that of Adam Fox.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, right now, you can join The Athletic for just $1 a month when you visit http://theathletic.com/hockeyshow or for just 1 CAD a month when you visit http://theathletic.com/hockeyshowcanada Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

29 Mar 20211h 6min

Ian Mendes and Sean McIndoe discuss the latest on the Tim Peel drama, does the league's officiating need an overhaul? Also, a breakdown of the changes to the draft lottery and a chat about if tanking ever really works.Then in "Granger Things", Jesse Granger comes on to talk about if officiating through a gambling lens, and which teams are most affected betting-wise when it comes to playing their starting or backup goalie.To wrap up, Ian and Sean discuss your thoughts for NHL moments you wish had a hot mic present, and another look into "This Week in Hockey History"Have a question for the show? Email theathletichockeyshow@gmail.com, or leave a VM at (845) 445-8459!Save on a subscription to the Athletic: theathletic.com/hockeyshow Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

25 Mar 20211h 3min

Scott and Pierre have the Athletic Hockey Show, Two Man Advantage edition, discussing the breaking news from the NHL that Tim Peel will no longer officiate NHL games because of comments made about the Nashville Predators which were captured on a hot mic in last night's Red Wings, Predators game. The guys take a look at how active the NHL trade deadline will be, with the big day, less than 3 weeks away with thoughts on what Anaheim, Nashville, the New York Islanders, Philadelphia and Toronto will attempt to do by April 12.Ron Hextall, the general manager of the Pittsburgh Penguins joins the show to talk about his first month on the job in the steel city. Hexy discusses working with Brian Burke, being around Sidney Crosby, having the chance to get back into a GM job, and knocking out 4 of Mario Lemieux's teeth.All this, plus another round of 'Ask the Dorks' with great questions on Patrick Marleau, Anaheim Ducks and the Canadian quarantine. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

24 Mar 20211h

First, Ian and Hailey discuss which teams, other than the Buffalo Sabres, have been the most disappointing so far this season, whether Connor McDavid should be the landslide Hart Trophy favorite or not, and more.Then, The Athletic’s own Arthur Staple joins the show to discuss the routinely underrated New York Islanders, how Anders Lee’s injury could impact GM Lou Lamoriello’s trade deadline targets, Mathew Barzal’s overall game, and much more.Next, The Athletic’s Carolina Hurricanes writer Sara Civian calls in for a quick conversation about the state of the Canes, Rod Brind'Amour’s case for being Coach of the Year, goaltending options as the trade deadline approaches, 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, including one about the future of Team Canada’s goaltending.And, right now, you can sign up for an annual subscription to The Athletic for just $1 a month when you visit http://theathletic.com/hockeyshow or 1 CAD a month when you visit http://theathletic.com/hockeyshowcanada Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

22 Mar 20211h 5min

Ian Mendes and Sean McIndoe discuss Buffalo firing Ralph Kruger and if any coaches would want anything to do with the current situation in Buffalo. Then, the Flyers lost to the Rangers 9-0 on Wednesday night, are goalie issues again rearing their ugly head for Philadelphia?In "Granger Things", Jesse Granger drops in to talk about Robin Lehner publically addressing his concussion, and the most, and least, profitable teams to bet on at the halfway point of the season.Sean and Ian address a listener question about whether the Kraken will pay tribute to the Metropolitans in any way, and in "This Week in Hockey History", a look back at the St. Patrick's Day Massacre and the Richard Riots.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.

18 Mar 202158min