This should be a big weekend for VGK. Not that they will be active in the NHL Draft, but Free Agency begins officially next Tuesday and the Golden Knights need to add more pieces to their roster. Of course, the big prize would be signing Mitch Marner, but VGK also has to sign some complimentary players. One of the latest Golden Knight names to surface as a trade piece was Nic Roy. We (take a wild) guess on VGK's Draft pick at #58. The new CBA will officially be announced Friday morning. And, it'...
Jun 27, 2025•30 min•Ep. 1151
Welcome to the NHL Squad Show! Today our hosts Gil Martin (Locked On Islanders), Eddie Garcia (Locked On Kings, David Morassutti (Locked On Leafs) and Armando Velez (Locked On Panthers) are here to talk about the upcoming NHL draft, any potential free agency surprises, and about Alexander Mogilny finally making it into the Hall of Fame! Support Us By Supporting Our Sponsors! Rugiet Head to Rugiet.com/LOCKEDONNHL and use code LOCKEDONNHL to get 15% off today. Gametime Today's episode is brought t...
Jun 26, 2025•32 min•Ep. 1150
According to reports, VGK is re-signing Reilly Smith and Brandon Saad. Smith, the original "Misfit" apparently will sign a one-year contract worth $2 million. The contract includes $1 million in salary and another million signing bonus. He had a 40-point season between the Rangers and VGK last season. He had 11 points in 21 games with VGK. Saad signed for $1.5 million with VGK last season. He had 14 points in 29 games with the Golden Knights. There have not been any terms released as of press ti...
Jun 26, 2025•30 min•Ep. 1149
The Golden Knights might be trying to trade Tomas Hertl to clear cap space for a potential move to land free agent Mitch Marner. Free agency is just six days away and there was a lot of talk of Hertl to Carolina on Tuesday. It turns out that Hertl has a modified trade clause in which he can pick three teams he wants to get traded to effective July 1, the start of free agency. The Athletic's Pierre LeBrun said the Marner list is growing with VGK the most mentioned team where Marner will land. The...
Jun 25, 2025•30 min•Ep. 1148
We look at some of the changes already in the Pacific Division during the offseason. There have been six trades in the NHL so far this offseason and four have been in the division. Teams like Seattle, L.A., Anaheim and San Jose have a ton of cap space, so they are just getting started to change their lineups. The latest move came on Monday, as Anaheim traded Trevor Zegras to Philadelphia for Ryan Poehling and two draft picks. We also talk about the three new head coaches in the division - Joel Q...
Jun 24, 2025•30 min•Ep. 1147
Reports say VGK could be the frontrunner for Mitch Marner. But there has also been word that Marner could seek a two-year deal due to the rising cap, in the vicinity of $12-14 million. Reports say Marker will likely sign with VGK, LA or Dallas. Is Akira Schmid the #2 goalie heading into next season? Our Chris Gawlik hears that Schmid has the backup goalie position heading into the season all but secured. Ilya Samsonov is said not to be coming back to VGK. We also tell you about VGK preseason sch...
Jun 24, 2025•30 min•Ep. 1146
Adin Hill was at the bottom of the NHL playoff rankings winning 5 of 11 games and allowing 33 goals. His save percentage was .887 andhis goals against was 2.93. His numbers were worse vs the Oilers. We also wonder if VGK is in the mix to pickup veteran center Jonathan Toews through free agency. Toews, 37, has been out of the game for a couple of seasons suffering from complications of COVID. And, we have our WTF feature.
Jun 20, 2025•31 min•Ep. 1145
Welcome to the NHL Squad Show! Today our hosts Gil Martin (Locked On Islanders), Seth Toupal (Locked On Wild), David Morassutti (Locked On Leafs) and Zach Martin (Locked On Hurricanes) are here to talk about why the playoffs are lasting so long, how to fix that, whether the NHL will finally close the LTIR loophole some teams have been using, and what to make of the early Olympics roster announcements! Support Us By Supporting Our Sponsors! Monarch Money Take control of your finances with Monarch...
Jun 19, 2025•34 min•Ep. 1143
Were the Oilers in compliance with the handling of the LTIR salary cap with Evander Kane? The NHL is investigating the team currently. Kane returned for Game 2 in the first round versus the L.A. Kings after his doctors cleared him. He had a multitude of injuries and surgeries starting in September of last year. It took Kane a while to recover from those injuries. He was on the ice around the time of the 4 Nations. No team has ever been punished for LTIR usage due to the loopholes that exist unde...
Jun 19, 2025•30 min•Ep. 1144
The Florida Panthers are now among the NHL elite, repeating as Cup Champions. They defeated the Western Conference champs, Edmonton, 4 games to 2. The Panthers have been to the Cup Final three straight years, losing to VGK in 2023. But they captured the Cup the last two seasons. Sam Bennett won the Conn Smythe with 15 goals and 22 points. Former Golden Knights Nate Schmidt and Tomas Nosek are first-time Cup champions. We also discuss if there should be a post-season salary cap. And the list of N...
Jun 18, 2025•31 min•Ep. 1142
Our Tony Cordasco called it a "seminal moment for VGK," saying the Golden Knights have to figure out a way to sign Mitch Marner during free agency. Both hosts believe it is important for VGK to add another superstar to its top six. We have the latest from the Marner Mill. We believe VGK has to do whatever it can to sign Marner. There are several reports circulating that say VGK would be the best fit. If Marner goes to another Pacific Division team, it wouldn't bode well for the Golden Knights. J...
Jun 17, 2025•30 min•Ep. 1141
Marner Monday notes, Andy Strictland (Cam and Strick podcast) confirmed reports that Mitch Marner won't return to Toronto. Eliotte Friedman reported Marner and other NHL free agents could be looking for a shorter term, possibly four years, due to rising cap. Dave Pagnotta reported the Canes will make an offer of about $14-million AAV And James Mirtle of the Athletic reports Vegas to be one of Marner's "favorites." We also discuss who were VGK's Core Four this season. And, we talk Stanley Cup Fin...
Jun 16, 2025•30 min•Ep. 1140
We debate whether VGK needs more award winners. It would show they have some of the top players in the game. Jack Eichel is currently inching toward superstardom. Hopefully he can break through in the season's ahead. Award winners would mean VGK is one of the top and elite teams in the NHL. We also recap the Stanley Cup Final Game 4 and preview Saturday's Game 5. And, we have WTF comments.
Jun 13, 2025•31 min•Ep. 1139
Welcome to the NHL Squad Show! Today our hosts Gil Martin (Locked On Islanders), Seth Toupal (Locked On Wild) and Tom Callahan (Locked On Mammoth) are here to talk about how the Panthers are outclassing the Oilers, as well as the coaching drama happening in Dallas! Support Us By Supporting Our Sponsors! Monarch Money Take control of your finances with Monarch Money. Use code LOCKEDONNHL at monarchmoney.com for 50% off your first year. Wonderful Pistachios Get snackin' and get crackin' with the s...
Jun 12, 2025•31 min•Ep. 1137
VGK's Nic Hague has received a lot of attention this off-season. He is now mentioned nearly every day in trade rumors. Teams that currently have expressed interest for the 6-6 Restricted Free Agent, include Montreal, Pittsburgh and Detroit. While, Philadelphia is now off the table according to the Athletic's Kevin Kurz. David Pagnotta, of the Fourth Period, mentioned all those teams expressing interest in a recent report. We discuss is any VGK players will be among the first six selected by thei...
Jun 12, 2025•30 min•Ep. 1138
Eliotte Friedman reported on his 32 Thoughts podcast that William Karlsson is not available for a trade. This after other reports circulated that Karlsson was twice in trade talks for Mitch Marner. At the trade deadline this season it was reported that Karlsson's name was out there in a possible trade to Carolina. A year ago, it was reported, Karlsson and Shea Theodore were in talks to go to Toronto for Marner. We also tal about the VGK caravan, which takes over Arizona this summer. And, we have...
Jun 11, 2025•30 min•Ep. 1136
According to the Athletic's James Mirtle, the Golden Knights were willing to shed $10-million n cap space in a three-way deal at the trade deadline. The money would have been in salaries for two of three players - Ivan Barbeshev, Tomas Hertl and William Karlsson. The deal would have landed Mitch Marner in Las Vegas. Mikko Rantanen would have been sent to Toronto and two VGK players would be headed to Carolina. Marner eventually decided to deny the trade by using his no-trade clause. We also find...
Jun 10, 2025•31 min•Ep. 1135
According to a weekend report on 32 Thoughts, Alex Pietrangelo could miss next season. Would this mean he could be placed on LTIR saving nearly $9-million in cap space. We aren't sure what injury he could have or if it's just wear and tear. We also talk about a report that said William Karlsson was included in trade talks with the Maple Leafs a year ago. And we preview Game 3 of the Cup Final.
Jun 09, 2025•30 min•Ep. 1134
Our list of most likely Golden Knights to be traded this off-season: Nic Hague, Ivan Barbeshev, William Karlsson and Tanner Pearson. This is based on reports, cap concern and other variables. We break down why we feel these players could be traded. We preview the second game of the Cup Series. Can the Panthers rebound before heading back to Florida? And we have our WTF comments from fans.
Jun 06, 2025•30 min•Ep. 1133
Welcome to the NHL Squad Show! Today our hosts Gil Martin (Locked On Islanders), Eddie Garcia (Locked On Kings) and David Morassutti (Locked On Leafs) are here to talk about the Stanley Cup Final beginning and where Mitch Marner is going to go in free agency, as well as some other key free agents! Support Us By Supporting Our Sponsors! Monarch Money Take control of your finances with Monarch Money. Use code LOCKEDONNHL at monarchmoney.com for 50% off your first year. Wonderful Pistachios Get sna...
Jun 05, 2025•31 min•Ep. 1132
The Edmonton Oilers took a 1-0 series lead in the Stanley Cup Final as Leon Draisaitl scored twice including the game-winner late in overtime in a 4-3 Oilers win. The winning goal came after former Golden Knight Tomas Nosek was called for a delay of game penalty after putting the puck over the glass. The Oilers scored on a play in which Corey Perry moved the puck fast to Connor McDavid who went cross-slot to Draisaitl who potted the winning goal. Edmonton trailed 3-1 in the game after a disputed...
Jun 05, 2025•30 min•Ep. 1131
Bonus edition with Kyle Stitch on contract projections for key VGK free agents + Mitch Marner.
Jun 04, 2025•26 min•Ep. 1130
We preview the Stanley Cup rematch between the Panthers and Oilers. We have our keys to the series. We also talk about what the Panthers and Oilers have that VGK doesn't. The Golden Knights have to catch up to these two powerhouses. And we have our locks and predictions for Game 1 and the series.
Jun 04, 2025•30 min•Ep. 1129
Jack Eichel finished fifth in balloting for the Selke Trophy, which is awarded annually to the outstanding defensive forward. Eichel garnered five first place votes in balloting from the PHWA. He finished behind Alexander Barkov, who won honors for a second consecutive year. Sam Reinhart, also of the Panthers was second. Then Tampa's Anthony Cirelli and the Devils Nico Heisher. Eichel comes off his best season in the league with 94 points. He continued to struggle in the faceoff circle again, wh...
Jun 03, 2025•31 min•Ep. 1128
According to reports VGK turned down a trade that would have sent Shea Theodore as the principal player in a deal for Toronto's Mitch Marner a year ago. We do not know who else was included in the deal, but VGK nixed it when the Maple Leafs wanted Theodore who scored 42 points a season ago and 57 points this past season. We also discuss odds in the Marner Sweepstakes. There was also a report by David Pagnotta of the Fourth Period over the weekend that said VGK is now entertaining offers for anot...
Jun 02, 2025•30 min•Ep. 1127
Maple Leafs GM Brad Treliving says he is allowing Mitch Marner "time to breathe" but will be in touch with his camp. Treliving said his club needs to change its DNA but didn't guarantee Toronto would offer a new contract for Marner. Meanwhile, Darren Drager said this week that insider Darren Drager has "serious interest" in Marner. We also talk about the Oilers close out of the Dallas Stars. The Oilers now face Florida in a Cup rematch of a year ago. And, it's WTF day on the show.
May 30, 2025•30 min•Ep. 1126
Welcome to the NHL Squad Show! Today our hosts Gil Martin (Locked On Islanders), Eddie Garcia (Locked On Kings) and Zach Martin (Locked On Hurricanes) are here to talk about what really matters in the playoffs: goaltending. Also, we discuss how to improve the regular season AND the playoff format, before swinging back to the playoffs to talk about the importance of physical players like Sam Bennett in the postseason! Support Us By Supporting Our Sponsors! Monarch Money Take control of your finan...
May 29, 2025•32 min•Ep. 1125
Frank Seravalli says there is potential for a sign and trade deal for Toronto that could send Mitch Marner to Las Vegas. It would be good for both parties if it happens. The Maple Leafs would receive a return for the free agent and VGK would need to clear cap space for Marner, if he comes to Las Vegas. The Golden Knights have been the only team prominently mentioned in the Marner Sweepstakes. Meanwhile, Darren Drager said Wednesday that there could be a discussion to return to Toronto for Marner...
May 29, 2025•30 min•Ep. 1124
Just one year into his five-year deal, there are reports that former Golden Knight Jonathan Marchessault is looking to move on. He wasn't impressed with Nashville head coach Andrew Brunette or his coaching system. Marchessault was moved around a lot and played on various lines this past season, which led to him scoring only 21 goals this season. We also discuss William Karlsson's locker cleanout day quote of it being a "wasted season." Kelly McCrimmon, when asked about his comment, said it was s...
May 28, 2025•30 min•Ep. 1123
Chris Gawlik put together a lineup with Mitch Marner in it - if he does indeed become a member of the Golden Knights. He assembled a cap compliant lineup that was void of some free agents: Nic Roy, Brandan Saad, and Nic Hague. We discuss if VGK should sign Marner at the expense of giving up depth pieces. And, we have the latest on the Conference Finals.
May 27, 2025•30 min•Ep. 1122
