Dan and Shawn are joined by Mike Morreale (15:53) to talk about the NHL Draft, he predicts, as many have, that 17-year-old defenseman Matthew Schaefer from Erie of the Ontario Hockey League will go to the New York Islanders with the No. 1 pick. But Morreale goes way beyond just the prediction, backing it up with facts and information about Schaefer, including how he got to be the consensus No. 1 despite playing only 17 games this season. Morreale also discusses many of the other top prospects, i...
Jun 26, 2025•57 min
Dan and Shawn react to the Florida Panthers repeating as Stanley Cup Champions by closing out the Edmonton Oilers in six games, including a detailed statistical breakdown to explain how the series did not play out nearly as tightly as it appeared. Next, Dan asks Shawn if Florida has earned “dynasty” distinction on the heels of three straight Cup Final appearances and back-to-back titles, followed by a debate about Florida’s chances to three-peat next season. The guys continue by heaping praise o...
Jun 23, 2025•33 min
From Matthew Tkachuk talking about the experience of having a chance to win the Stanley Cup at home to Connor McDavid discussing, and disagreeing, with the pressure he's under, this episode covers all the storylines in advance of Game 6 of the Stanley Cup Final. Dan and Shawn start by talking about how the Panthers put themselves on the verge of winning their second straight Stanley Cup championship. That leads the conversation to what's at stake in Game 6, the discussion goes to McDavid and if ...
Jun 16, 2025•34 min
Dan and Shawn are joined by Sportsnet reporter Gene Principe, who has the pulse of the Edmonton Oilers, to discuss the adjustments needed for Game 4, the status of Stuart Skinner and potential lineup changes that Kris Knoblauch may be considering. He also talks about Zach Hyman's absence and why the loss of Hyman shouldn't be overlooked during this series against the Florida Panthers. The guys open the episode looking ahead to Game 4 and wondering how the Oilers can get back to their game. Is Sa...
Jun 11, 2025•44 min
Dan and Shawn are in Florida and sat down with Florida Panthers forward Jonah Gadjovich (17:00) to talk about the difference between last year, when he was a black ace, to now playing in the series. He discusses the challenge of slowing down Edmonton's top players, how the Panthers are staying loose as a group and why his playoff beard has posed some personal problems during this playoff run. The guys open up the episode talking about all the Cup Final storylines after the first two games and th...
Jun 08, 2025•55 min
Dan and Shawn, recording the episode on site at Rogers Place, dive into the details of rematch that we have in store for us in the Stanley Cup Final. They talk about the Oilers and their chase for the Cup after coming so close last year, losing in Game 7 by one goal to the Panthers. They discuss the Panthers and if winning the Cup again this season will make them a modern-day NHL dynasty. McDavid and what winning the Stanley Cup means for his legacy is a big part of the show, especially when Ros...
Jun 04, 2025•49 min
Rosen and Roarke dig into the Conference Finals. They highlight Edmonton’s defensive growth, Stuart Skinner’s bounce-back performances, and how the Stars are feeling the pressure. The duo also break down what’s holding the Hurricanes back and why it has nothing to do with Rod Brind’Amour. They explore Carolina’s style of play and what key piece might still be missing. To wrap up, they discuss Jeff Blashill’s hiring in Chicago and whether patience is truly the best path for a second time NHL head...
May 27, 2025•46 min
Dan and Shawn react to Game 1 of both the Western and Eastern Conference Final. They discuss the the Hurricanes struggles to score, the antics that took place between Gostisbehere and Marchand and some of the inexperienced defensive play that is plaguing the Canes. What happened to the Oilers in the 3rd period? The guys look at the Stars comeback and dissect Stuart Skinner, Evan Bouchard, Miro Heiskanen and Jake Oettinger. They also talk about some of the off-the-ice news around the League, incl...
May 22, 2025•42 min
Mike Zeisberger, NHL.com 's Toronto-based staff writer, joins co-hosts Dan Rosen and Shawn Roarke to break down the Eastern Conference Second Round, starting with Auston Matthews and the Leafs-Panthers series. The crew debates whether Matthew's scoring drought is concerning or if his impact in face-offs and other areas suggests he's still playing a key role. They also look at Matthew Tkachuk’s influence on the series. The conversation shifts to the Hurricanes-Capitals series, where all three def...
May 14, 2025•55 min
Former NHL coach Bruce Boudreau (12:25), who works as a studio analyst for NHL Network, joined Dan and Shawn to dive into the playoffs and touch on all four second-round matchups and provides opinions on the Capitals poor first game, the defensive strategy against Oilers and Stolarz/Bennett incident. The guys go deeper into the Maple Leafs and Panthers second-round series and what they're seeing from the Oilers so far during the playoffs. They also discuss the New York Islanders winning the No. ...
May 07, 2025•47 min
NHL.com senior writer Amalie Benjamin joins Dan and Shawn from Florida to discuss the Panthers-Lightning series, Nikita Kucherov’s struggles, and the Lightning's offensive woes. She also weighs in on the Bruins season and whether Mike Sullivan could be a fit in Boston after parting ways with the Penguins. Before the interview, Dan and Shawn break down the Western Conference playoffs, including Kirill Kaprizov's impact, Jack Eichel’s struggles, and the wild Oilers-Kings series. After chatting wit...
Apr 29, 2025•59 min
Mike Rupp joins Dan & Shawn to recap the opening weekend of the 2025 NHL Playoffs. He dives into the Kings/Oilers series, what the Senators need to do down 0-2 against the Leafs, why he gives the edge to Colorado over Dallas, and shares his take on the Battle of Florida. Before Rupp jumps on, the hosts react to early playoff highlights. From Ovechkin’s OT winner to the chaos of Game 1 in LA and Matthew Tkachuk’s return. They close out the episode with a look at Lou Lamoriello’s future and a ...
Apr 23, 2025•1 hr 6 min
Eddie Olczyk joins Dan and Shawn to dive into the biggest matchups and storylines heading into the Stanley Cup Playoffs. He kicks things off with the Toronto Maple Leafs, explaining why they’re a different team under Craig Berube, and also highlights Claude Giroux’s influence on the Ottawa Senators this season. He then shifts focus to the Western Conference, discussing the challenge the Los Angeles Kings present and how the Central Division might shake out. Before the interview, Dan and Shawn br...
Apr 16, 2025•59 min
Jean-Francois Chaumont joins Dan and Shawn to talk all thing Montreal Canadiens. Chaumont goes into how the team has been able to achieve winning mentality along with giving us deeper insight in Nick Suzuki, Cole Caufield, Juraj Slafkovsky, and goalie Samuel Montembeault. In addition to chatting with Chaumont, Rosen and Roarke discuss Alex Ovechkin setting the NHL all-time goals record by scoring his 895th on Sunday. They discuss the most disappointing team of this season, and they breakdown the...
Apr 09, 2025•1 hr 2 min
Tom Gulitti joins Dan and Shawn to talk all things Alex Ovechkin as he closes in on Wayne Gretzky’s all-time goal record. Tom reflects on covering Ovi over the years and discusses whether anyone else could ever chase the record if Ovechkin breaks it. Dan and Shawn open the show by breaking down the surging St. Louis Blues and what their playoff picture looks like. They also debate who’s more likely to win the Atlantic Division, the Maple Leafs or Panthers. They also preview the potential storyli...
Apr 02, 2025•1 hr 4 min
Dan and Shawn are first joined by Kim Weiss, video coach for the AHL’s Colorado Eagles, to discuss her trailblazing coaching journey, including becoming the first female coach of a North American junior team and now a video coach in the AHL. Later, Kori Cheverie, head coach of the PWHL’s Montreal Victoire and assistant coach with Team Canada, talks about her coaching roles, learning from Mike Sullivan and Sidney Crosby, and the growing opportunities for women in hockey. Rosen and Roarke close th...
Mar 25, 2025•1 hr 10 min
Anaheim Ducks forward, Alex Killorn joins Dan and Shawn to talk all things Ducks hockey. They discuss the growth he's seeing from the Ducks, the importance of playing meaningful games at this time of the season, what he's seeing from goalie Lukas Dostal and center Leo Carlsson and what it's like to be a veteran leader that young players look up to. Killorn also talks about his involvement with AstraZeneca & the Body Check Cup, which encourages fans to talk with their doctors about recommende...
Mar 18, 2025•1 hr 5 min
Mike Zeisberger joins Dan and Shawn to break down all the major trade deadline moves, including a behind-the-scenes look at the Mitch Marner situation. They discuss whether Marner would waive his no-movement clause for a potential trade to the Hurricanes in exchange for Mikko Rantanen and analyze other blockbuster deals from deadline day. The guys also dive into the Central Division race, with the Avalanche and Stars emerging as the top teams despite the Jets leading most of the season. Plus, th...
Mar 11, 2025•1 hr 8 min
Dan and Shawn are joined by Florida Panthers radio play-by-play announcer Doug Plagens to break down the recent Seth Jones trade, the evolving hockey culture in Florida, and the Panthers playoff outlook. They also dive into the latest trade deadline buzz, analyzing recent trades, and which teams need to shake up their roster.
Mar 05, 2025•1 hr 3 min
Dan and Shawn are joined by Blue Jackets forward Sean Kuraly (20:18) and talked about playing at Ohio State, where he has seen many a college football game as a Buckeyes fan growing up in Dublin, Ohio. He discussed the importance of the game to the fans in Columbus, how it's an opportunity for them to showcase their passion for the game and the Blue Jackets, who will be playing in their first NHL outdoor game. Finally, Kuraly appeared to get emotional discussing the lasting impact Johnny Gaudrea...
Feb 26, 2025•54 min
Dan and Shawn are joined by Canada defenseman Travis Sanheim (13:52) and U.S. forward Brock Nelson (31:24) to get the players' thoughts on what to look for Thursday, what it was like playing in Bell Centre on Saturday and their highlights of the tournament so far. They discuss the U.S. injury situation and how it impacts its chances in title game. They touch on Sidney Crosby's leadership and what makes him special and there's a discussion on Jordan Binnington and if he's the right goalie for Can...
Feb 18, 2025•51 min
Dan and Shawn talk all things 4 Nations Face-off. Canada defenseman Shea Theodore was the first of four guests that joined. In addition, the episode features interviews with Sweden forward Adrian Kempe, defenseman Rasmus Andersson, and United States forward Kyle Connor. All four players discuss their excitement for the tournament, what it means to represent their respective countries, keys to winning and much more. In addition, Dan and Shawn breakdown the keys for Canada, the reasons why the Swe...
Feb 12, 2025•1 hr 2 min
Broadcaster Kenny Albert joins Dan and Shawn to break down J.T. Miller’s early impact on the New York Rangers, share his excitement for the upcoming 4 Nations Face-Off, and swap some great stories. Later, Dan and Shawn analyze the Miller trade from the Canucks' perspective, debate whether the Detroit Red Wings and New York Islanders are legitimate contenders or just riding a hot streak, and discuss when Alex Ovechkin might surpass Wayne Gretzky’s all-time goal record. Plus, they dive into Finlan...
Feb 05, 2025•59 min
Ottawa captain Brady Tkachuk joins Dan and Shawn to discuss all things 4 Nations and why playing alongside his brother Matthew, the Florida Panthers forward, is so special. Before the interview, Dan and Shawn break down the blockbuster trade between the Colorado Avalanche, Carolina Hurricanes, and Chicago Blackhawks, sending Mikko Rantanen and Taylor Hall to Carolina and Martin Necas and Jack Drury to Colorado. They also dive into the Vancouver Canucks handling of the rift between Elias Petterss...
Jan 29, 2025•1 hr 3 min
Dan and Shawn are joined by Florida Panthers forward Anton Lundell (19:35) to discuss Finland's chances at the upcoming 4 Nations Face-Off. Lundell shares his excitement about competing in a best-on-best tournament, playing alongside Aleksander Barkov, and what it's like facing Panthers teammate Matthew Tkachuk in the opener against Team USA. Dan and Shawn also dive into the latest NHL storylines, including trade rumors surrounding J.T. Miller, the Rangers resurgence, and the Canadiens trade dea...
Jan 23, 2025•53 min
Nick Cotsonika joins the podcast (18:11) to discuss the Blue Jackets playoff hopes, Zach Werenski’s Hart Trophy candidacy, and Kirill Marchenko’s breakout season. He also shares thoughts on the Red Wings’ strong start under Todd McLellan and whether it’s sustainable. Rosen and Roarke open the episode with trade deadline chatter surrounding the Rangers and Bruins and preview the 2025 4 Nations Face-Off, including Canada’s goalie decisions and the Finland-Sweden rivalry.
Jan 15, 2025•56 min
Dan and Shawn are joined by former NHL defenseman Jason Demers (18:12) to discuss the Central Division race and why he sees the Colorado Avalanche as the team to beat despite sitting behind the Winnipeg Jets, Minnesota Wild, and Dallas Stars. Demers also weighs in on the Wild’s surprising success and injury challenges. The hosts open the episode talking about Alex Ovechkin’s pursuit of Wayne Gretzky’s all-time goals record and newly announced outdoor games in Florida for the 2026 Winter Classic ...
Jan 08, 2025•1 hr
In the first episode of 2025, Dan and Shawn are joined by Vegas Golden Knights broadcaster Daren Millard (23:28) to discuss the team’s ascent to the top of the Pacific Division standings and Jack Eichel’s case for the Hart Trophy. At the start of the episode, the hosts recap their trip to the Winter Classic, including Chicago’s persistent struggles and whether the St. Louis Blues will make the playoffs this season. The guys also discuss Colorado’s recent success and the front office’s decision t...
Jan 02, 2025•1 hr 7 min
In the final episode of 2024, Dan and Shawn are joined by Mike Zeisberger (19:20), NHL.com ’s Toronto-based staff writer, to discuss the Maple Leafs and break down how the team has found success under first-year head coach Craig Berube. Zeisberger also gives his thoughts on Ottawa’s recent surge and the continued freefall by the New York Rangers. At the start of the show, Dan and Shawn preview the upcoming Winter Classic and the IIHF World Junior Championships that begin this week in Ottawa. Lat...
Dec 26, 2024•1 hr 11 min
Dan and Shawn are joined by TNT and Blackhawks TV analyst Darren Pang (15:27) to preview the Winter Classic, provide perspective on Connor Bedard’s development through 100 career games, and discuss the beginning of Anders Sorensen’s tenure in Chicago. Pang, a former Blackhawks goalie, also reminisces about his favorite Winter Classic memories and the best moments of the Blackhawks-Blues rivalry. At the start of the episode, Dan and Shawn give their thoughts on the latest news in the Atlantic Div...
Dec 18, 2024•1 hr
