This week on The Hockey News Podcast, with senior writers Ken Campbell, Ryan Kennedy and Matt Larkin: - Washington Capitals right winger Tom Wilson gets a seven-game suspension for boarding Boston's Brandon Carlo. Was the punishment severe enough? - Darryl Sutter takes over as coach of the Calgary Flames. Can he duplicate the mid-season turnaround he executed in Los Angeles nine years ago? - Proposed NHL draft-lottery changes include only two teams winning the lottery, only jumping up 10 spots a...
Mar 09, 2021•48 min
On this week’s episode, Sportnet's Elliotte Friedman joins Ian Pulver to talk about his journey from the University of Western Ontario Gazette Newspaper to being a major force on Hockey Night in Canada. Friedman covers a host of topics, from Usain Bolt’s world-record performance at the Olympics to rendering great advice to future media contributors. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Mar 06, 2021•1 hr 11 min
This week on The Hockey News Fantasy Podcast, with senior writer Matt Larkin: - Top waiver-wire pickups for shallow, medium and deep leagues - Strategy tip of the week: Collecting phone numbers - Starting Lineup: Worst Movies - Taking listener questions on pool topics such as: (a) Do Cal Petersen and Chris Driedger have long-term fantasy value? (b) What's something fantasy managers overlook? (c) Is it time to give up on Carey Price as a fantasy star? (d) You should trade Patrick Kane for Nathan ...
Mar 03, 2021•38 min
This week on The Hockey News Podcast, with senior writers Ken Campbell, Ryan Kennedy and Matt Larkin: - The Sabres keep losing games. Jeff Skinner is a $9-million healthy scratch. Jack Eichel and coach Ralph Krueger can't even agree on how Eichel got injured. What does the future hold for this floundering franchise? - Jordan Binnington melts down and attacks three San Jose Sharks after being pulled. Was it a sign of a fiery competitor or a bad look? - Patrick Kane reaches 400 goals. Is he the gr...
Mar 02, 2021•1 hr 2 min
A long-time hockey player, Roberta Bartolo talks about being black in the hockey world, her time on the University of Manitoba team, and about conquering difficult tasks. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Feb 28, 2021•1 hr 13 min
- An update on the top prospects in the AHL - With so many junior-aged players playing well in the AHL, will we see the NHL push to change the league's eligibility regulations? - Matt Savoie is staying in the USHL - good move for his development? - What's the deal with Aatu Raty? - Interview with 2021 NHL draft prospect Scott Morrow And more! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Feb 24, 2021•51 min
This week on The Hockey News Podcast, with senior writers Ken Campbell, Ryan Kennedy and Matt Larkin: - Artemi Panarin takes a leave of absence from the New York Rangers in the wake of what the Rangers call a "fabricated story" of him assaulting an 18-year-old woman in 2011. Is there any validity to the allegations? Is the Putin government strong-arming Panarin? What happens to the Rangers' 2020-21 season now? - Connor McDavid and Auston Matthews continue to post unbelievable numbers this season...
Feb 23, 2021•1 hr 2 min
This week on Storytellers with host Ian Pulver, former NHLer Ken Baumgartner joins to discuss his adventures from going to the NHL to build a successful career in business. A native of Flin Flon, Man., Baumgartnerplayed over 700 NHL games before graduating from the hallowed halls of Harvard University with an MBA. Listeners will learn how he relied on will, determination, sacrifice, intellect and so much more to forge both a great NHL tenure before building an impressive business career. Learn m...
Feb 20, 2021•1 hr 1 min
This week on The Hockey News Fantasy Podcast, with senior writer Matt Larkin: - Top waiver-wire pickups for shallow, medium and deep leagues - Strategy tip of the week: Prey on the basement dwellers in the standings - Starting Lineup: Pet Peeves - Taking listener questions on pool topics such as: (a) Should you play conservatively in keeper leagues in case this season ends up cancelled? (b) Time to cash in Joe Pavelski after his amazing start? (c) Will the North Division's high-scoring ways keep...
Feb 17, 2021•35 min
This week on The Hockey News Podcast, with senior writers Ryan Kennedy and Matt Larkin: - Updating our Stanley Cup predictions at the quarter-season mark - Making early Hart Trophy predictions at the quarter-season mark - Alex Galchenyuk joins his seventh team in his 10th season. Why do teams give up on him so often? - Will the NHL's new COVID-19 protocols finally work? Will we finally stop seeing teams locked down? - Listener questions, including: Do you believe in the Calgary Flames? And more!...
Feb 16, 2021•44 min
In the inaugural episode of Sami Jo's Podcast with Sami Jo Small, two-time Olympic gold medalist and six-time World Champion, Cheryl Pounder joins the show. Cheryl talks about how she overcame self-doubt to make it back to the Canadian national team and shares her insights on how to perform in a pressure situation and how to effectively communicate in a team dynamic. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Feb 14, 2021•1 hr 5 min
This week on The Hockey News Prospect Podcast with Ryan Kennedy and Steven Ellis: - Three prospects to watch - Who is the No. 1 prospect for the 2021 draft? - Is this a good year to tank for the draft? - Should you be worried about Alexis Lafreniere? - An interview with 2021 draft prospect Zachary L'Heureux Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Feb 10, 2021•40 min
This week on The Hockey News Podcast, with senior writers Ken Campbell, Ryan Kennedy and Matt Larkin: - Can the Vancouver Canucks' season be saved, or are heads about to roll at the coaching and front-office level? - Was the NHL right to uphold the blown offside review in the Blue Jackets/Hurricanes game? - John Tortorella has already benched Patrik Laine during a game. Are the Blue Jackets playing a risky game with their pending RFA? - Tom Brady has more Super Bowls than any other NFL team. Who...
Feb 09, 2021•57 min
Minnesota Wild assistant GM Tom Kurvers chats about winning the Stanley Cup with Montreal, working in management with legends such as Gretzky and Yzerman, his current fight against cancer and so much more. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Feb 06, 2021•1 hr
This week on The Hockey News Fantasy Podcast, with Matt Larkin: - Top waiver-wire pickups for shallow, medium and deep leagues - Strategy tip of the week: Capitalize on COVID cancellations - Starting Lineup: Most Unbreakable NHL records - Taking listener questions on pool topics such as: (a) Should you sell high on Tyler Toffoli? (b) What is Connor McDavid's fantasy trade value? (c) Which player has lost the most fantasy value this season? (d) Who is the safest mid-range player to pick every yea...
Feb 03, 2021•31 min
This week on The Hockey News Podcast, with senior writers Ken Campbell, Ryan Kennedy and Matt Larkin: - Defenseman Tony DeAngelo clears waivers, and the New York Rangers say he's played his last game for them. Does he deserve a second chance with a new team, or is he out of chances? - The New Jersey Devils place 10 players on the COVID-19 list. Is there any chance the NHL can get through the entire season? Will bubbles be needed eventually? - With the North Division producing barn-burner games a...
Feb 02, 2021•52 min
This week on The Hockey News Podcast, with senior writers Ken Campbell, Ryan Kennedy and Matt Larkin: - Patrik Laine and Jack Roslovic for Pierre-Luc Dubois and a 2022 third-round draft pick. Who wins the trade between the Winnipeg Jets and Columbus Blue Jackets in the short and long term? - Which other big names could end up traded this season? - Is it a good idea to stage a special prospects tournament to help scouts before the 2021 NHL draft? - Can Central teams overcome their condensed sched...
Jan 26, 2021•51 min
Former NHL scout and sports psychologist Paul Henry joins Ian Pulver to chat about his long career, the time he bought Dave Keon’s car and more. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Jan 23, 2021•1 hr 12 min
This week on The Hockey News Fantasy Podcast, with Matt Larkin: - Top waiver wire pickups for shallow, medium and deep leagues - Strategy tip of the week - Taking listener questions on pool topics such as: (a) best strategies for a short season (b) how much to trust Ilya Sorokin (c) Igor Shesterkin's rest-of-season value vs. Anton Khudobin's (d) The best format for fantasy scoring (e) A fast-starting player to distrust long term (f) Filip Zadina's breakout potential And many more! Learn more abo...
Jan 20, 2021•30 min
This week on The Hockey News Podcast, with Ken Campbell, Ryan Kennedy and Matt Larkin: - Jakub Voracek blasts Flyers reporter Mike Sielski during a post-game Zoom presser. Was it fair for Voracek to voice his opinion in that forum, or was it a low blow? - The Florida Panthers are reportedly using Keith Yandle's ironman streak to pressure him into waiving his no-movement clause. A dirty tactic or nothing personal? - Overreacting to early-season storylines: which NHL teams have our attention for g...
Jan 19, 2021•52 min
This week on The Hockey News Podcast with senior writers Ken Campbell, Ryan Kennedy and Matt Larkin: - Predicting winners and dark horses for the Stanley Cup - Predicting winners and dark horses for the Hart, Art Ross, Rocket Richard, Norris, Vezina and Calder Trophies - Evander Kane files for bankruptcy, is $26.8 million in debt. How does this happen to a pro athlete? - Corey Crawford retires. Is he a Hall of Famer? - NBC Sports fires Mike Milbury and hires Mike Babcock. Is it a tone-deaf hire ...
Jan 12, 2021•53 min
On the fourth episode, two-time Stanley Cup Champion Scotty Gomez joins Ian Pulver to talk about his new endeavours, Scotty’s House and Story Time with Uncle Scott. Gomez, one of the very best storytellers in the business, covers an array of topics, including his days with the New Jersey Devils and his 1,000-plus games in the NHL. Gomez renders advice to current NHLers, future pros and players at all levels. He is entertaining and witty as he discusses his heritage, his Alaskan roots and his cur...
Jan 09, 2021•59 min
After a long road just to make the tournament happen, the World Junior Championship is ready for a spectacular finale. Steven Ellis and Ryan Kennedy break down what Canada and the United States will have to do to win gold in Edmonton. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Jan 05, 2021•14 min
Senior writers Ken Campbell, Ryan Kennedy and Matt Larkin break down the East Division for 2020-21. How will the standings play out between the Boston Bruins, Buffalo Sabres, New Jersey Devils, New York Islanders, New York Rangers, Philadelphia Flyers, Pittsburgh Penguins and Washington Capitals? Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Jan 05, 2021•59 min
With the final four teams determined, Steven Ellis and Ryan Kennedy break down the two semifinal matchups on Monday and give their picks as to who'll make their way to the championship game on Jan. 5. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Jan 04, 2021•14 min
With the quarter-finals set to begin at the World Junior Championship on Saturday, Steven Ellis and Ryan Kennedy break down the four matchups and offer up their early picks for the tournament awards. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Jan 01, 2021•27 min
This week on The Hockey News Podcast: Senior writers Ken Campbell, Ryan Kennedy and Matt Larkin break down the West Division for 2020-21. How will the standings play out between the Anaheim Ducks, Arizona Coyotes, Colorado Avalanche, Los Angeles Kings, Minnesota Wild, San Jose Sharks, St. Louis Blues and Vegas Golden Knights? Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Jan 01, 2021•1 hr 10 min
This week on The Hockey News Podcast: Senior writers Ken Campbell, Ryan Kennedy and Matt Larkin break down the Central Division for 2020-21. How will the standings play out between the Carolina Hurricanes, Chicago Blackhawks, Columbus Blue Jackets, Dallas Stars, Detroit Red Wings, Florida Panthers, Nashville Predators and Tampa Bay Lightning? Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Dec 29, 2020•1 hr 16 min
Rod Braceful has been the assistant director of player personnel for the United States National Team Development Program (USNTDP) for the past three years. But his career in hockey started long before that. As one of the primary scouts and recruiters for the program, Braceful plays an integral role in the machine that is the USNTDP. Listen as he takes host Ian Pulver on his journey from playing youth hockey in inner-city Detroit, all the way to his current prestigious position. This episode is a...
Dec 19, 2020•1 hr 9 min
Ahead of the 2021 World Junior Hockey Championship, Steven Ellis and Ryan Kennedy break down everything about the tournament, including: - Team-by-team analysis - Players to watch - A look at the 2021 and 2022 NHL drafts And more! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Dec 17, 2020•56 min
