Blue Jackets Coaching Search Update + Breaking Down the 2024 HHOF Class

Matt Marchese kicks off the show with The Athletic's Aaron Portzline to break down the Columbus Blue Jackets' coaching search and what the team is looking for in their next bench boss. They discuss what a potential return for Patrik Laine could look like and how tough it will be to move on from his contract, who will play alongside Johnny Gaudreau next season, Don Waddell’s comments on Elvis Merzļikins' contract, and much more. Then, ESPN’s Arda Ocal joins the show and discuss if Paul Maurice is the NHL’s Paul Heyman, as well as if the Panthers coach needed a Cup to become a lock for the Hockey Hall of Fame (18:51). Later, they recap the Stanley Cup Final and the positive takeaways from the Oilers' run, the best players in NHL 94, and the timing Linus Ullmark's trade announcement. Paul Pidutti (adjustedhockey.com) wraps up the show breaking down the HHOF class of 2024, what his model says about the inductees, the biggest omission from the class, and who we could expect on next year’s ballot (50:40). The views and opinions expressed in this podcast are those of the hosts and guests and do not necessarily reflect the position of Rogers Sports & Media or any affiliates.