Shane, Gary, Dave and Dan are together again -- virtually -- for the first time since the NHL Pause. Each member of the crew shares stories about pastime activities at home and what's next on the agenda. They talk about the latest news from Monday's NHL Board of Governors conference call, Gary's in-depth interview with George McPhee and other VGK moves such as Zach Whitecloud's contract extension.
George McPhee, VGK President of Hockey Operations, talks at length with Gary Lawless. This wide-ranging conversation begins with George's perspective on the NHL Pause and how the members of the Golden Knights staff are making use of their time. George talks about the story of the 2019-2020 Knights and opens up with stories about his life in hockey, including the personal side of big decisions in his career.
Shane joins Gary and Dan to discuss the announcement that the Golden Knights organization, players, and Foundation have pledged $500,000 to support part-time employees and arena staff affected by the NHL pause. Shane compares the NHL pause to odd circumstances in his playing career and how the players will handle the current predicament. Gary poses scenarios for the resumption of NHL play and the potential challenges the teams and league face. The crew talks hockey movies, building a trampoline ...
With the Golden Knights season on hold amid the coronavirus pandemic, the SLGND podcast continues. Gary and Dan talk through the events of March 11 and 12 as the NHL and other sporting events were postponed. They report and react to the latest news, how hockey might look whenever it resumes, what the Golden Knights are doing and more. Dave reports from home about his life while social distancing, and the mailbag questions lead Gary and Dan to a variety of topics and stories.
The first SLGND podcast to stream live is, as always, available for download, too. From the new Vegas Golden Knights studio in Summerlin, Shane, Gary, Dave and Dan talk about the club's run of 11 wins in 13 games, including a pair against division foes (Calgary and Edmonton) to gain a three point lead for first place. The crew discusses Shea Theodore's rise, how Pete DeBoer is handling the goalies, Nic Roy's roles and the internal competition for spots in the lineup.
The Golden Knights added players at each position prior to the 2020 NHL trade deadline, defenseman Alec Martinez, forward Nick Cousins and goaltender Robin Lehner. Shane, Gary, Dave and Dan discuss each trade and how the new players fit into their new club. The crew also breaks down the Knights' seven-game win streak, what the team has improved upon under Pete DeBoer and how the playoff hunt looks with 17 games to play.
With 27 games left in the regular season, GM Kelly McCrimmon describes the state of the Golden Knights. He talks about how the coaching staff used the 10-day break, what he thinks of the team's play since then and what he expects going forward. McCrimmon offers his assessment of several players, including Zach Whitecloud, Nic Roy and Chandler Stephenson, among others, and provides an injury update on William Karlsson and Cody Glass. The crew also asks about how Vegas will approach the trade dead...
Peter DeBoer joins Shane, Gary, Dave and Dan for an extended conversation about becoming head coach of the Golden Knights and switching sides in the Vegas-San Jose rivalry. DeBoer talks about addressing the team for the first time, being presented with the game puck from his first win, and his points of emphasis at practice in Montreal. The crew also asks DeBoer about his background, including his law degree, his taste in music and his family roots.
The Gerard Gallant era ends and the Pete DeBoer era begins with the Golden Knights. This special edition of the podcast includes reaction from Shane, Gary, Dave and Dan on the removal of Gallant and assistant coach Mike Kelly. The crew discusses reasons for the coaching change, comments from management and players, and what to watch going forward.
The Knights' seven-game homestand began with four wins, but has sputtered in consecutive losses. Gary, Dave, Dan and guest host Daren Millard talk about the good and the bad, from line combinations and goaltending to sluggish starts and overtime thrills. The crew also discusses Max Pacioretty earning an All-Star nod, if he's the VGK MVP, and more.
Having won five of their last eight (5-2-1) and ten of their last sixteen (10-4-2), the Golden Knights have secured sole possession of the Pacific Division lead at the season's halfway point. As the team embarks on a seven-game homestand, Shane, Gary, Dave and Dan discuss key factors in Vegas's success and raise essential questions going forward. This episode also features an autographed jersey giveaway for a lucky listener.
Shane, Gary, Dave and Dan unpack the latest stretch of VGK hockey, featuring a five-game point streak sparked by an OT win at Nashville and ended with an OT loss at New York. Malcolm Subban's run of seven-consecutive starts yielded a 4-2-1 record and some of the team's best play of the season. But has Vegas realized its potential? The crew discusses a change in defensive-zone coverage, the Chandler Stephenson trade, injuries to Cody Eakin and Cody Glass, Marc-Andre Fleury's pending return and mu...
Given some hard lessons lately, the Golden Knights posted impressive wins over Calgary and Toronto to begin a four-game homestand. But an overtime loss to San Jose has the SLGND crew discussing consistency. Shane, Gary, Dave and Dan offer their assessment and talk about how the Golden Knights can still become the team they wanted to be. They take listener questions from Twitter, offer context from around the NHL and look at upcoming opponents.
Shane, Gary, Dave and Dan discuss the Golden Knights' recent struggles — one win in seven games since October 27. What are the issues plaguing the team? How are the players, coaches and managers handling it? The crew breaks down the shortcomings and strategies, and posits solutions for upcoming games.
Following a 2-1-0 road trip, Vegas is 7-4-0, third in the Western Conference. Shane, Gary, Dave and Dan break down how they've done it, what's gone well and what issues are facing the team. The crew debates which team is best in the league, which trendy teams have underachieved, and which early leaders will remain in the playoff picture.
Dave, Shane, Gary and Dan talk about the Golden Knights' two season-opening wins against San Jose and offer their early impressions of the club. They also discuss the NHL debuts of Cody Glass and Nic Hague, and how the lineup could change when injured players Cody Eakin, Alex Tuch and Nate Schmidt return. The crew addresses Vegas goalie balance, stories from around the NHL, fan questions in the mailbag and more.
As the Golden Knights close in on their third season opener, Dave, Shane, Gary and Dan discuss all the happenings in Vegas training camp. They touch on the club's first five preseason games, break down the battle for roster spots and dive into intriguing line combinations. The crew previews the Western Conference and sets up Vegas' final two exhibitions.
Mike McKenna, hired by the Golden Knights in August to be the team's lead studio analyst, talks with fellow VGK broadcaster Shane Hnidy. McKenna discusses his goaltending career, his first pro season with the Las Vegas Wranglers, his NHL debut with Tampa Bay and more. McKenna also details his burger-cooking credentials, goalie helmet artistry and his start in broadcasting.
Stormy Buonantony, hired in August by the Golden Knights as rinkside reporter for the team's telecasts on AT&T SportsNet, talks about growing up in Las Vegas, getting her start in broadcasting and her principles about the craft.
In this conversation with Gary Lawless, Jonathan Marchessault talks candidly about being "too small" to play hockey, what he learned from Patrick Roy and finding an NHL home in Vegas. Marchessault also talks about raising his four children, what motivates him and his view of the 2019-2020 Golden Knights.
In this feature interview with Gary Lawless, Vegas defenseman Deryk Engelland discusses his roots in Vegas. He tells the story of meeting his wife while playing for the ECHL's Las Vegas Wranglers, joining the Golden Knights and delivering a pregame speech at the team's first home game. Engelland also discusses his offseason and signing a new contract with Vegas.
In an extended interview with Gary Lawless, Vegas forward Ryan Reaves talks about the evolution of his role through the years, falling in love with Las Vegas, his Winnipeg roots and the creation of his 7Five Brewing Co.
VGK television analyst Shane Hnidy talks with Gary Lawless about an assortment of topics, including fashion, fighting in hockey, NHL players on social media, winning the Stanley Cup in 2011 and more. "The Sheriff" also offers his thoughts on the state of the Golden Knights and hockey in Las Vegas.
Fresh off his historic run on "Jeopardy!", James Holzhauer talks with Gary Lawless about his experience on the iconic game show, his career in sports betting, his thoughts on sports analytics and being a Vegas Golden Knights fan.
Fresh off inking an eight-year contract extension with the Golden Knights, center William Karlsson talks with Gary Lawless about the deal and why he fits well in Vegas. Karlsson shares the story about the one time he got angry during a VGK game, what he thinks about the state of the team, his perfect day in Las Vegas and more.
Vegas center Cody Eakin talks with Gary Lawless about his hockey journey, starting with his Winnipeg roots through the controversy of Game 7 in San Jose. Eakin offers his thoughts about instant replay in hockey, his Las Vegas experience and playing for Gerard Gallant. Eakin tells stories about traveling and describes a perfect summer day on the lake.
Vegas center Paul Stastny talks with Gary Lawless about growing up among hockey royalty, international competition and parity in the NHL. Stastny also discusses life away from the rink, including family, his love of Christmas and a fondness for fashion.
Dave Goucher's life and career are the subjects of this one-on-one interview with Gary Lawless. Goucher, the Golden Knights' television play-by-play broadcaster, talks about growing up in Rhode Island, starting his commentating career at Boston University and moving up the ranks of hockey broadcasting. Plus, Dave sings Elvis!
The next general manager of the Golden Knights Kelly McCrimmon joins Gary Lawless and Dan D'Uva for an exclusive interview. How did the promotion come about? What was the impetus? How will things change in Vegas's front office? How did his relationship with George McPhee come about? Gary and Dan also examine McCrimmon's path in hockey from Saskatchewan to Brandon to Vegas, his family and personality, and what's on his agenda going forward.
The Golden Knights' second season ended with a first-round exit. An epic seven-game series against San Jose concluded in historic fashion, and the SLGND crew offers reaction from every angle, the little picture and the big picture. The guys relay comments made by Gerard Gallant, George McPhee, Bill Foley and players at the season's final media availability and offer context. They also look ahead at the Golden Knights' off-season agenda and what to expect in the franchise's third campaign.
