PROGRESS?: Minnesota Wild Finally WIN a first round series and look to BUILD of that for this season
The Minnesota Wild eye a breakthrough season as Quinn Hughes’ arrival signals an transformation and the end of an agonizing playoff drought. Can blockbuster moves and fresh leadership finally push the...
8 Aug 34min
FRESH STARTS: Which New NHL Coaches Have the Best Chances of Succeding This Year?
There are six new head coaches that were hired across the NHL this season and each coach faces a different challenge. Whether it's Jim Hiller in Toronto, Mike Babcock in Edmonton, Peter DeBoer on Long...
7 Aug 31min
AFTERMATH: Nathan MacKinnon’s Avalanche and Playoff FAILURE — Do They RECOVER This Year?
Colorado Avalanche face questions after last season’s Presidents’ Trophy run ended in a disappointing sweep by the Vegas Golden Knights. Will Nathan MacKinnon and Cale Makar’s superstar talent be enou...
7 Aug 36min
NHL Expansion Rumors, Most Improved Teams & Fixing the Playoff Format
In this Thursday edition of the Locked On NHL podcast, hosts Nick Zararis and Hunter break down the current state of the National Hockey League, starting with insights from a recent fan poll conducted...
6 Aug 28min
The Detroit Red Wings GM Search Takes Another Turn and Top NHL Teams on the Rise
The Detroit Red Wings have taken the next step in their GM search as they hired a firm to help them with their search. We break down the missed opportunities and where the search goes from here and ho...
6 Aug 33min
GAME NIGHT: Odd Dynamic for 2026-27 New York Islanders
Coming off a season that was once promising and ended in disappointment, the New York Islanders are in the midst of an odd dynamic ahead of the 2026-27 campaign. Mike Asti and Alex Wiederspiel welcome...
4 Aug 45min
Predators' NEW TEETH: Chris McFarland’s Roster Makeover Ready To See Nashville Make A Run?
Nashville Predators sharpen their roster under Chris McFarland, adding grit and key depth pieces like Maverik Bourque and Nils Höglander in hopes of clinching a playoff spot in the fiercely competitiv...
4 Aug 31min
GAME NIGHT: 2026-27 Los Angeles Kings PONDERING Crossroads
The Los Angeles Kings will need Quinton Byfield to step up in the wake of Anze Kopitar's retirement. The Kings had as bizarre a 2025-26 season as you can imagine. They set ignominious records, made th...
3 Aug 54min
