Bold Predictions for the 2025-26 NHL Season ft. Shayna Goldman, Jonny Lazarus, Tyler Yaremchuk, and Meghan Chayka

The newest episode of The Sheet on the Daily Faceoff YouTube channel is our Bold Predictions Special in celebration of FanDuel Futures Day. Host Jeff Marek is joined by Shayna Goldman (The Athletic), Jonny Lazarus, Tyler Yaremchuk, and Meghan Chayka as each guest lays out their boldest, most outrageous predictions for the 2025-26 NHL season. From shocking Stanley Cup contenders, surprise Hart Trophy favorites, breakout rookie of the year candidates, to unexpected playoff storylines, no take is too wild. The crew debates which stars might dominate, which teams could fall apart, and which franchises are primed for chaos. Plus, Jeff and producer Zack react to the boldest Twitter takes from fans, adding even more spice to the mix. If you love fearless NHL forecasts, high-energy debate, and hot takes that push the boundaries, this episode is a must-watch.

0:00 – Intro: FanDuel Futures Day explained

0:28 – Setting the stage: NHL predictions & hot takes

2:10 – Listener predictions (Jesper Bratt, Devils, Bruins, Panthers)

5:31 – Guest 1: Shayna Goldman joins the show

8:17 – Shayna’s bold prediction #1: André Tourigny wins Jack Adams

13:07 – Shayna’s bold prediction #2: Mario Ferraro as top trade chip

15:39 – Shayna’s bold prediction #3: Rasmus Dahlin finishes top 3 in Norris voting

18:57 – Kaprizov & Luke Hughes contract ripple effects debate

21:45 – Guest 2: Jonny Lazarus joins the show

23:00 – Mario Ferraro personality & YouTube stories

28:17 – Jonny’s bold prediction #1: Ducks make playoffs + Leo Carlsson breakout

32:15 – Jonny’s bold prediction #2: Drake Batherson 40-goal season

33:59 – Jeff & Jonny compare “underrated scorers” (Svechnikov, Veleno)

36:02 – Guest 3: Tyler Yaremchuk joins the show

36:26 – McDavid contract discussion: when will he sign?

38:43 – Oilers camp standouts & waiver dilemmas

42:05 – Tyler’s bold prediction #1: Capitals miss the playoffs

44:55 – Tyler’s bold prediction #2: McDavid hits 50 goals & Jack Hughes hits 40

47:37 – Guest 4: Meghan Chayka joins the show

48:21 – What analytics reveal about preseason hockey

49:27 – Power forwards, development curves & Leon Draisaitl’s projections

51:08 – Expected goals explained through Draisaitl’s unique scoring spots

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