Hand-Pass Headaches, Hellebuyck’s Hurry, and Patrick Kane’s Climb. Plus, Ask Ray & Dregs Anything!
A string of missed hand-pass calls leading directly to goals has the rule under the microscope, raising questions about why hand passes are legal in the defensive zone but not the offensive one. In Wi...
11 Dec 202548min
Olympic Ice Test, the Quinn Hughes Rumour Storm, McMann Melee, Avs & Stars are the Cream of the Crop.
On-ice testing in Milan is set for early January, with the building's completion now targeted for Feb. 2. There are concerns about the ice quality during testing in a building that may not be 100% sea...
9 Dec 202539min
Three Feet Short in Milan. Plus: Binnington Boils, Caps Roll, Leafs Look Up and Ask Ray & Dregs!
Confirmation that Milan’s Olympic rink has been accidentally built three feet short—an odd mistake Ray says won’t affect roster decisions, though the NHLPA’s threat to pull players if construction isn...
4 Dec 202550min
Sharks Rising, Jets Falling, and Team Canada’s Big Decision(s)
The Sharks have surprised the league by sitting in a wildcard spot 27 games in, powered by 20-year-olds Macklin Celebrini—now second in league scoring behind Nathan MacKinnon—and Will Smith, though Ra...
2 Dec 202542min
Ducks & Canucks Thriller, Vancouver Open for Business, Jets in a Funk, Matthews Returns, Ask Ray & Dregs!
Nikita Tolopilo stole the show for Vancouver with 37 saves in a last-minute start against the high-flying Ducks, whose fire-wagon style continues to delight fans and make coaches nervous. The Canucks ...
27 Nov 202557min
Florida Teams Still a Tough Out, Nashville Singing Sad Songs, Greer, Rantanen, Cooley & More!
The state of Florida seems likely to remain a proving ground for anyone chasing the Cup. The Panthers' recent offensive outbursts are somewhat surprising considering their slew of injuries. Tampa Bay ...
25 Nov 202545min
Avalanche Rolling, Oilers Reeling, JT Miller Feels the Heat, Patrick Roy Almost Boils Over
The Avalanche have won six straight and look every bit like a Stanley Cup favourite, Ray notes it feels like they are in a window right now with Makar's next deal 2 years away and last year’s bold ove...
20 Nov 202552min
Leafs in a Bad Spot, Marchand Hot, Doughty Injured, Quick Fired Up, and more!
Brad Treliving held a media availability in which he addressed the Leafs' inconsistency and lack of intensity. Could a change be on the horizon for his team? Florida's culture is the envy of the leagu...
18 Nov 202544min
