Episode 64 - Clawed & Crude with Sportsnet's Jack Michaels

Game 3 started ugly and it only got worse for the Edmonton Oilers as the Florida Panthers had their way in moving to within two wins of consecutive Stanley Cups.

Oilers/Sportsnet's play-by-play voice Jack Michael's visit with Neil and Vic to look at where it went wrong and what McDavid and Co. need to do to get the series back on the rails.

Afterwards, we touch on a notable retirement and The Human Side of the Story focuses on a correction made by the NHL...over 45 years after the fact.

IN THIS EPISODE:

[01:21] - Three Things You Need to Pay Attention To looks at the key factors in the Oilers unravelling in Game 3 against the Panthers.

[06:44] - Jack Michaels joins Neil and Vic for some lighthanded banter before delving into Game 3.

[09:02] - Jack dives right in assessing the Oilers night was dreary from the opening minute.

[10:50] - Vic and Jack get into further discussion about the number of power plays and, more specifically, how and where the penalties leading up to the advantages took place. Also discussion on the importance of having to play five-on-five as well as forward depth.

[14:01] - Edmonton falling into the trap of being pulled into the muck by the Panthers "sandpaper" guys and getting into a game which works against their strengths.

[16:09] - The Loss of Zach Hyman to the Oilers lineup and whether the team has the depth to withstand his absence. Michaels also adds the significance of Hyman as a "glue" guy in the locker room.

[21:28] - Edmonton goaltending moves back into the spotlight with Stuart Skinner lifted for Calvin Pickard after the fifth Panthers goal.

[27:03] - The effect of the extra day off in the Final for the Oilers.

[30:06] - The cautionary word that one large margin victory doesn't ensure that team goes on to win a series.

[32:39] - Jack shares what to expect from the Oilers in Game 4 to avoid going into a 3-1 hole.

[42:03] - News from around the hockey world with the Calder Trophy being awarded and a retirement announcement.

[46:30] - The Human SIde of Story. After 16,494 days, the NHL adds an assist on a goal of significance.

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Neil Smith: https://twitter.com/NYCNeil

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