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The Big Show

The Hockey Newswww.thehockeynews.com
On Tuesdays and Fridays, we'll have in-depth analysis and lively discussion about everything happening in the NHL. Whether it’s trade rumors, player development or season predictions, it has expert takes and fresh perspectives on every episode.
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Episodes

Martin Brodeur Q&A: Talking Devils' future, new role and draft day memories

A year into his role as executive vice president of business development with New Jersey, Brodeur spoke to The Hockey News' Ryan Kennedy about his new role, the future of the Devils and his own experiences with the draft. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Jun 27, 20198 min

Draft winners and losers and UFA predictions

THN’s Matt Larkin, Ryan Kennedy and Ken Campbell discuss winners and losers from the NHL draft (0:45) and the Subban (14:08), Marleau (19:50), Miller (26:13) and Trouba (29:32) trades. Then, they predict destinations for some of the biggest name UFAs, including Duchene, Panarin, Pavelski and Lee (31:50). Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Jun 24, 201951 min

THN's 2019 Mock Draft

THN's Steven Ellis, Ryan Kennedy and Ken Campbell do a pick by pick mock of this year's NHL Draft. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Jun 18, 201938 min

St. Louis' cup win and Erik Karlsson's new contract

THN’s Steven Ellis, Ryan Kennedy and Ken Campbell discuss the Blues’ Stanley Cup run and whether they have any chance to repeat (1:25), Erik Karlsson’s contract extension with San Jose (6:23), Dallas Eakins’ hiring in Anaheim (13:57) and Dion Phaneuf’s buyout with Los Angeles. Then, Ryan focuses his future watch on WHL rookie Matt Savoy (22:17) and Ken gives his weekly hot take (27:49). Plus, they answer some mailbag questions (30:00). Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoic...

Jun 18, 201939 min

Game 7, Corey Perry’s old contract and Jeff Skinner’s new one

THN’s Edward Fraser, Ryan Kennedy and Matt Larkin discuss Game 7 (2:30), whether Anaheim can unload Corey Perry’s contract (8:52) and whether Jeff Skinner will live up to his new deal (14:00). Then, Matt takes Ken’s place with a weekly hot take (25:46) and Ryan focuses his future watch on 2019 draft prospect Alex Turcotte and recent Calder Cup champion Morgan Geekie (29:18). Plus, they answer some mailbag questions (33:20). Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices...

Jun 10, 201944 min

Stanley Cup preview

THN’s Matt Larkin and Ken Campbell breakdown all facets of the Stanley Cup final between Boston and St. Louis ahead of game one. Plus, audio from Bruce Cassidy’s Saturday press conference (33:05). Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

May 25, 201945 min

Is Boston the team to beat?

THN’s Matt Larkin, Ryan Kennedy and Ken Campbell discuss whether or not Joe Pavelski’s concussion history should keep him out of the rest of the Western Conference finals (0:26), whether Erik Karlsson’s injury history will hurt his value this offseason (8:39) and if Boston is the Stanley Cup favourite (13:35). Then, Ryan focuses his future watch on 2019 draft prospect Layton Ahac and Anaheim Ducks prospect Sam Steel (18:30). Plus, Ken gives his weekly hot take (24:03) and they answer some mailba...

May 21, 201938 min

Breaking down the Conference Finals, plus Kakko vs. Hughes

THN’s Edward Fraser, Ryan Kennedy and Ken Campbell discuss the conference final matchups (0:56), current coaching vacancies (20:30) and Kaapo Kakko versus Jack Hughes at the World Championship (26:15). Then, Ken gives his weekly hot take (35:50) and Ryan focuses his future watch on 2019 draft prospect Moritz Seider and Montreal prospect Nick Suzuki (39:50). Plus, they answer some mailbag questions (46:42). Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices...

May 13, 201953 min

Edmonton's new GM and the women's hockey boycott

THN’s Matt Larkin, Ryan Kennedy and Ken Campbell discuss Ken Holland’s hiring in Edmonton (0:30), Dallas vs. St. Louis game seven (7:11), the women’s hockey boycott (11:47) and whether the league could remove all headshots (21:31). Then, Ryan focuses his future watch on 2019 draft prospect Raphael Lavoie and Leafs first rounder Rasmus Sandin (29:24). Plus, Ken gives his weekly hot take (39:40) and they answer some mailbag questions (42:19). Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/ad...

May 06, 201951 min

Updated Stanley Cup favourites and awards snubs

THN’s Edward Fraser, Matt Larkin and Ryan Kennedy discuss their updated Stanley Cup favourites (0:45), whether the NHL needs to address playoff officiating (11:00) and their biggest award nominee snubs (19:54). Then, Ryan focuses his future watch on 2019 draft prospect Karl Henriksson and Hershey goalie Ilya Samsonov (26:45) and Matt fills in for Ken with a hot take (31:15). Plus, they answer some mailbag questions (35:25). Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices...

Apr 29, 201946 min

Yzerman back and Game 7 showdowns

THN’s Matt Larkin, Ryan Kennedy and Ken Campbell discuss whether Steve Yzerman’s can turn things around in Detroit (0:45), game sevens for Boston Toronto (10:30) and San Jose Vegas (16:23) and what went wrong for Tampa Bay and Winnipeg this postseason (19:15). Then, Matt gives some fantasy goalie keeper league sleepers (31:25) and Ryan focuses his future watch on Under-18 star Cole Caufield (34:23). Plus, Ken gives his weekly hot take (37:55) and they answer some mailbag questions (41:27) Learn ...

Apr 22, 201949 min

The Kadri hit, round one upsets and the women’s World Championship's controversial ending

THN’s Matt Larkin, Ryan Kennedy and Ken Campbell discuss Nazem Kadri’s controversial hit (1:15), Tampa Bay and Pittsburgh’s surprising 3-0 deficits (7:15) and the controversy at the women’s World Championship finals (16:10). Then, Matt gives his fantasy insider keeper league tips (23:10) and Ryan focuses his future watch on 2019 draft prospect Peyton Krebs and Bruins goalie prospect Kyle Keyser (27:30). Plus, Ken gives his Frozen Four hot take (33:20) and they answer some mailbag questions (36:3...

Apr 16, 201946 min

Western Conference playoff preview

THN’s Matt Larkin, Ryan Kennedy and Ken Campbell break down the Western Conference playoff picture series by series. (0:37) – Colorado vs. Calgary (12:04) – Dallas vs. Nashville (22:10) – Vegas vs. San Jose (31:08) – St. Louis vs. Winnipeg Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Apr 09, 201944 min

Eastern Conference playoff preview

THN’s Matt Larkin, Ryan Kennedy and Ken Campbell discuss the recent string of coach firings (1:00) before breaking down the Eastern Conference playoff picture series by series. (13:08) - Columbus vs. Tampa Bay (20:58) - Carolina vs. Washington (29:02) - Toronto vs. Boston (39:18) - Pittsburgh vs. New York Islanders Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Apr 08, 201949 min

Columbus' struggles, Bob Nicholson's comments and Clarkson Cup takeaways

THN’s Matt Larkin, Ryan Kennedy and Ken Campbell discuss Columbus’ rocky road to the playoffs (1:00), Bob Nicholson’s comments about Tobias Rieder (9:10), their top Vezina candidates (15:55) and takeaways from the Clarkson Cup final (23:21). Then, Matt gives some fantasy pickup tips (29:18) and Ryan focuses his future watch on 2019 draft prospect Blake Murray and Flyers first rounder Joel Farabee (31:58). Plus, Ken talks about his magazine feature on Avalanche prospect Cale Makar (34:28) and the...

Mar 25, 201947 min

Toronto's terrible week and Arizona's playoff push

THN’s Matt Larkin, Ryan Kennedy and Ken Campbell discuss Toronto’s terrible week (1:05), Arizona’s playoff push (8:20) and Nikita Kucherov and other Hart Trophy frontrunners (11:40). Then, Matt dishes out some fantasy pickup tips (17:08) and Ryan focuses his future watch on Finnish defenseman Ville Heinola and Stars prospect Jason Robertson (18:40). Plus, Ken gives his weekly hot take on the NHL’s playoff format (26:13) and they answer some mailbag questions (32:24). Learn more about your ad cho...

Mar 18, 201949 min

Trade Deadline winners and losers

THN’s Matt Larkin, Ryan Kennedy and Ken Campbell discuss the winners, losers and all the big deals from yesterday’s trade deadline. Winners: Nashville(3:00), NYR(8:38), Vegas(13:35) Losers: Toronto(20:24), Pittsburgh(25:02), Philadelphia(28:15) Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Feb 26, 201935 min

Trade Deadline preview

THN’s Matt Larkin, Ryan Kennedy and Ken Campbell discuss the biggest names, destinations and rumours ahead of next week’s trade deadline, including: Mark Stone and Matt Duchene (0:30), Winnipeg (8:00), Artemi Panarin (16:41), Chris Kreider (19:34), Eeli Tolvanen (23:05), Dougie Hamilton (30:23), Jakob Silfverberg (33:24) and more. Plus, they answer some trade-themed mailbag questions (35:34). Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices...

Feb 19, 201949 min

Huberdeau trade rumours and Ottawa's upcoming UFAs

THN’s Matt Larkin, Ryan Kennedy and Ken Campbell discuss the recent Jonathan Huberdeau trade rumours (2:00), Ottawa’s rental trade chips (7:15) and whether Calgary has reason to panic after their recent slump (15:10). Then, Matt gives his fantasy insider pickup tips (20:47) and Ryan focuses his future watch on 2019 draft prospect Maxim Cajkovic and Montreal goalie prospect Cayden Primeau (22:59). Plus, Ken dishes out his weekly hot take (29:50), and they answer some mailbag questions (35:44). Le...

Feb 13, 201947 min

Pittsburgh's Bjugstad trade and the return of the Carolina celebration debate

THN’s Matt Larkin, Ryan Kennedy and Ken Campbell discuss the Pittsburgh and Florida’s Bjugstad trade (0:50), the return of Carolina Hurricanes celebration complaints (9:07), potential Artemi Panarin trade destinations (12:40) and whether Mitch Marner could get an offer sheet this offseason (20:10). Then, Matt gives his fantasy pickup tips (25:52) andRyan focuses his future watch on 2019 draft prospect Alex Newhook and Senators goalie pick Joel Daccord (27:41). Plus, Ken gives his weekly hot take...

Feb 04, 201946 min

Breaking down the Muzzin trade, plus All-Star weekend takeaways

THN’s Matt Larkin and Ken Campbell discuss the Jake Muzzin trade, Brianna Decker and Kendall Coyne Schofield’s performances at All-Star weekend (8:55). Then, Matt gives out some fantasy insider pickup tips (18:05) and Ken gives his hot take of the week (20:18). Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Jan 29, 201928 min

Chiarelli's firing and Toronto's slump

THN’s Matt Larkin, Ryan Kennedy and Ken Campbell discuss Peter Chiarelli’s firing and where Edmonton goes from here (1:00), Toronto’s recent slump (11:50) and the most intriguing trade deadline seller candidates (16:56). Then, Matt gives his fantasy insider pickup tips (22:00) and Ryan focuses his future watch on 2019 draft prospect Dylan Cozens and Panthers pick Aleksi Heponiemi (24:21). Plus, Ken gives his weekly hot take (29:24) and they answer some mailbag questions (33:10). Learn more about...

Jan 24, 201948 min

Will Calgary be a Stanley Cup contender? Plus, Rick Nash's retirement

THN’s Matt Larkin, Ryan Kennedy and Ken Campbell discuss whether Calgary has solidified themselves as a Stanley Cup contender (0:45), Anaheim’s struggles and whether they should move on from Randy Carlyle (6:27), Rick Nash’s retirement announcement (11:26) and former NCAA coaches struggling at the NHL level (15:40). Then, Matt gives his fantasy insider tips (22:02) and Ryan focuses his future watch on 2019 prospect Alex Turcotte and Flyers draft pick Isaac Ratcliffe (25:18). Plus, Ken gives his ...

Jan 14, 201949 min

Midseason MVP favourites, and Dougie Hamilton trade rumours

THN’s Matt Larkin, Ryan Kennedy and Ken Campbell discuss their first half MVP picks (0:57), the return of Dougie Hamilton trade rumours (5:59) and whether Montreal should be a buyer in the second half (10:27). Then, Matt dishes out his fantasy insider tips (14:57) and Ryan focuses his future watch on World Junior standouts Kaapo Kakko and Grigori Denisenko (17:00). Plus, Ken gives his weekly hot take (23:40) and they answer some mailbag questions (26:24). Learn more about your ad choices. Visit ...

Jan 10, 201941 min

World Junior Championship preview

THN’s Matt Larkin and Ryan Kennedy preview the upcoming World Junior Championship by taking a look at all 10 teams in the tournament. They also give their tournament predictions (32:31) and answer some world junior mailbag questions (34:10). Canada (0:50) USA (5:43) Russia (10:45) Finland (14:50) Sweden (18:28) Czech Republic (23:17) Switzerland (26:42) Slovakia (27:45) Denmark (28:23) Kazakhstan (29:15) Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices...

Dec 17, 201840 min

The Battle of Alberta is back, and should Chicago trade Patrick Kane?

THN’s Matt Larkin, Ryan Kennedy and Ken Campbell discuss the rejuvenated Battle of Alberta (1:00), reports of potentially expanding the amount of teams in the playoffs (6:20) and the potential for an Auston Matthews offer sheet this summer (10:12). Then, Matt gives his best fantasy pickup options (15:45) and Ryan focuses his future watch on 2019 draft prospect Yegor Afanasyev and Devils first rounder Ty Smith (18:04). Plus, Ken gives his weekly hot take, which involves a Patrick Kane fake trade ...

Dec 10, 201840 min

The end of the Nylander saga, and yet another Tom Wilson hit

THN’s Matt Larkin, Ryan Kennedy and Ken Campbell discuss the end to the William Nylander Saga (1:00), whether they thought Tom Wilson’s latest hit was worthy of punishment (5:41) and whether a potential move to the Central Division could foreshadow the Coyotes relocating to Houston (9:54). Then, Matt gives out his fantasy insider tips (13:24) and Ryan focuses his future watch on 2019 draft prospect Connor McMichael and Detroit first rounder Joe Veleno (15:10). Plus, Ken gives his weekly hot take...

Dec 03, 201833 min

Hextall fired, Chicago & Arizona's trade, and Roussel's bite

THN’s Matt Larkin, Ryan Kennedy and Ken Campbell discuss Chicago and Arizona’s trade last night (0:30), whether a fine was enough punishment for Antoine Roussel’s bite (6:55) and the breaking news of Ron Hextall’s firing (9:48). Then, Matt dishes out his fantasy insider tips (15:23), Ryan focuses his future watch on 2019 draft prospect Jakob Pelletier (17:05) and Chicago prospect Evan Barratt (17:05). Then, Ken gives his hot take of the week (21:57) and they answer some mailbag questions (25:02)...

Nov 26, 201836 min
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