Playoff picture becomes clearer; Andrew Shaw retires; Big big TV money

Remember when everyone was counting the Nashville Predators out? Yeah, us too. Hosts Sarah Avampato (Locked On Kings) and Tom Gazzola (TSN 1260) look at the current standings in the west and try to figure out who's in and who's out as the top three seeds in the divisions are pretty much already settled. Plus, with Andrew Shaw's recent announcement that he is retiring, are we seeing a shifting mindset in the hockey world? Are players more likely to step away from the game early now, and are they more willing to speak up about the health concerns that motivated their choice? Also, the NHL just announced the final piece of their TV deal in the US. With several networks now needing to staff NHL desks, who do we want to see covering hockey on TV?Listen to The Ultimate Mock Draft 2021 presented by Audacy and the Locked On Podcast Network. April 19th-26th. Follow the feed today!Support Us By Supporting Our Sponsors! BetOnline AGThere is only 1 place that has you covered and 1 place we trust. Betonline.ag! Sign up today for a free account at betonline.ag and use that promocode: LOCKEDON for your 50% welcome bonus. Built BarBuilt Bar is a protein bar that tastes like a candy bar. Go to builtbar.com and use promo code “LOCKED15,” and you’ll get 15% off your next order.Rock AutoAmazing selection. Reliably low prices. All the parts your car will ever need. Visit RockAuto.com and tell them Locked On sent you. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices