Episode 90: Huge two points, but still lots to clean up

Is the third time the charm for the Edmonton Oilers? Will Mitch Marner take the Vegas Golden Knights back to the Stanley Cup Final? Can Dustin Wolf do it again for the Calgary Flames? And are the Los Angeles Kings destined to lose in round one to Edmonton forever? In a special Pacific Division Contenders round table preview, Nick Zararis (Locked On Oilers), Jess Belmosto (Locked On Flames), Chris Gawlik (Locked On Golden Knights) and Eddie Garcia (Locked On Kings) take stock of the top of a division that only produced three playoff teams last season. They predict whether they’ll go over or under on their FanDuel projections, discuss major offseason additions, breakout candidates and what’s at stake for each team if things don’t go to plan. Support Us By Supporting Our Sponsors!Monarch MoneyTake control of your finances with Monarch Money. Use code LOCKEDONNHL at monarchmoney.com/lockedonnhl for 50% off your first year.FanDuelDownload the FanDuel app now by visiting FanDuel.com and win $300 in bonus bets if your first $5 bet wins.FANDUEL DISCLAIMER: 21+ in select states. First online real money wager only. Bonus issued as nonwithdrawable free bets that expires in 14 days. Restrictions apply. See terms at sportsbook.fanduel.com. Gambling Problem? Call 1-800-GAMBLER or visit FanDuel.com/RG (CO, IA, MD, MI, NJ, PA, IL, VA, WV), 1-800-NEXT-STEP or text NEXTSTEP to 53342 (AZ), 1-888-789-7777 or visit ccpg.org/chat (CT), 1-800-9-WITH-IT (IN), 1-800-522-4700 (WY, KS) or visit ksgamblinghelp.com (KS), 1-877-770-STOP (LA), 1-877-8-HOPENY or text HOPENY (467369) (NY), TN REDLINE 1-800-889-9789 (TN)

2 Okt 29min

With Kirill Kaprizov's record $136 million dollar deal signed, we discuss how the $17m AAV contract will affect the free agent market, including VGK center Jack Eichel.  Meanwhile, NHL insider Frank Seravalli said he still expecting Eichel to sign an extension before the start of the season next week.  The signing also affects the other free agents, including Connor McDavid and other superstars.  We can expect the dominoes beginning to fall.  Seravalli also said VGK is "well down the track" to sign Carter Hart who is was part of Team Canada.  His signing will be contraversial.  And, we recap the VGK-Avs game from Tuesday night and preview the rematch at T-Mobile Arena tonight.

1 Okt 27min

Preseason is winding down for VGK.  The team has a back to back with Colorado starting tonight in Denver, then has a game against San Jose at home Friday to wrap up the preseason.  Bruce Cassidy said we will see the starters on Wednesday at home.  The club still has to move eight players before opening day.  Two players still missing - Pavel Dorofeyev and Jeremy Lauzon.  Players like Alexander Holtz are getting a chance to get valuable ice time.  We preview the VGK-Colorado game.  And, NHL Network has Eichel and Marner in the Top 15 players overall.

30 Sep 28min

The Golden Knights made another round of cuts as they look to get down to the league roster size of 23 by opening day.  VGK sent all of the players in this round to Henderson of the AHL.  VGK did release two goalies Jesper Vikman and Cameron Whitehead.  Carl Lindbom remains in camp with Adin Hill and Akira Schmid.  Chris evaluates Mitch Marner's role on Marner Monday.  And, we noticed Golden Knights defensemen have been shooting more in the preseason.

29 Sep 28min

VGK got its first preseason win but they had to rally from a 2-0 deficit to beat the visiting Utah Mammoth 3-2 in overtime.  It was the first time Mitch Marner appeared for the Golden Knights and we had a glimpse of what it will be like with two superstars - Marner and Eichel - skating on the same line.  Marner made an elite backhanded pass through traffic that found Eichel and he put the puck home.  Marner put a lot of pucks on or near the net. Eichel later scored the equalizer then also had an assist on the breakaway Shea Theodore game-winner.  We also talk about reports that VGK is the frontrunner for contraversial goalie Carter Hart.  And it's WTF Day with comments about VGK.

26 Sep 28min

We hopefully will see the anticipated debut of Mitch Marner tonight at T-Mobile Arena, along with his camp linemates Jack Eichel and Ivan Barbeshev as the Golden Knights meet the Utah Mammoth.  We could also see the Theodore-McNabb defensive pairing seeing its first action. We preview tonight's contest and we talk about fan concern over lack of scoring in the preseason.

25 Sep 27min

VGK had several opportunities last night,  but only scored once on a goal by defenseman Villiam Kmek. The Kings won the game 3-1, but there was concern for the team's leading goal scorer Pavel Dorofeyev, who left the game with a muscle strain or pull in the first period, according to Bruce Cassidy. Jack Eichel and Jeremy Lauzon have had similiar injuries in camp.  The Golden Knights had several chances, but couldn't capitalize.  Mark Stone and Reilly Smith hit the post. It was encouraging to see VGK put 10 shots on net on four power plays. We talk about Jack Eichel's contract extension, and an NHL Insider says the cost could be going up.  And, VGK has shown interest in goalie Carter Hart according to one report.

24 Sep 28min

Alex Pietrangelo met with the media Monday to talk about his current injury condition. He didn't rule out a return to the ice some day, but said he hasnt had surgery and is rehabbing his injured hips with the team doctors.  Pietrangelo is still in Las Vegas and has been doing a lot of activities with his family.  He said he has been at the facility, misses hockey and has been a "sounding board" for the younger players.  VGK looks to take a step forward in tonight's preseason game against the Kings.  We could see a more veteran lineup for VGK in tonight's contest.  And, we tell you who was in the first round of cuts for the Golden Knights.

23 Sep 28min