Episodes

  • Jets’ Powerplay Improvements with Davis Payne + Mailbag Questions
    Jan 9 2025

    Matt Marchese and Mike Futa kick off The FAN Hockey Show with former NHL player Anson Carter. They discuss the rise of NCAA hockey, his memorable game-winning goal review from the 2003 World Championships, Connor Bedard’s potential, Jonathan Toews' ideal team fit, and their belief in the Toronto Maple Leafs. In the mailbag segment, they answer questions from the text line (21:11). Finally, Winnipeg Jets Assistant Coach Davis Payne joins to talk about his role with the team, their successful power play, Gabe Vilardi's growth, and the differences between working for Canadian and American teams (46:42).

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    1 hr and 11 mins
  • Around the NHL with Elliotte Friedman: PLD's Revival in Washington
    Jan 9 2025

    Sportsnet's Elliotte Friedman joins Matt Marchese and Mike Futa look back on last night's NHL action starting with the Capitals' overtime victory over the Canucks. They chat about Pierre-Luc Dubois' bounce-back season in Washington, if the Caps can retain both of their netminders, and what to make of Vancouver's rollercoaster year so far. Next, the trio discuss a potential EBUG situation tonight in Minnesota, Connor Bedard starting to heat up, and more!

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    28 mins
  • Bruins Suffer Another Loss + Minnesota’s Deadline Aggression
    Jan 8 2025

    Matt Marchese and Mike Futa recap the Maple Leafs' win over the Flyers on The FAN Hockey Show. They discuss the 4 Nations Face-Off with Arda Ocal (13:46) from ESPN, including Ovechkin's goal record chase and the Bruins' struggles. Mike Russo (42:53) from The Athletic joins later to talk about the Wild's comeback against the Blues, injury updates, Marc-André Fleury's future, and trade deadline strategies.

    The views and opinions expressed in this podcast are those of the hosts and guests and do not necessarily reflect the position of Rogers Sports & Media or any affiliate.

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    1 hr and 4 mins
  • Around the NHL with Elliotte Friedman: Trade Deadline Questions + Oilers' Hot Streak
    Jan 8 2025

    Matt Marchese and Mike Futa welcome Elliotte Friedman from the 32 Thoughts the podcast to recap last night's NHL games, including the Wild's comeback win over the Blues and John Tavares' standout season, raising questions about his contract extension. They discuss the trade market for JT Miller and Mika Zibanejad, the Senators' goaltending issues, and which teams are buying or selling. Finally, they cover the Oilers' hot streak and speculations about Evander Kane's return.

    The views and opinions expressed in this podcast are those of the hosts and guests and do not necessarily reflect the position of Rogers Sports & Media or any affiliate.

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    36 mins
  • Is There Extra Pressure on Team Canada in the 4 Nations?
    Jan 7 2025

    Matt Marchese and Mike Futa kick off The FAN Hockey Show with Luke Gazdic, reviewing the Canucks vs. Canadiens game, trade options for Montreal, the Jake McCabe incident, and Ryan Reaves' status for the rematch with the Flyers. Then, Sportsnet's Anna Dua (49:54) covers the Flames' playoff chances, Lane Hutson's Calder Cup chances, and Team Canada's pressure in the 4 Nations Tournament. Finally, Sean Reynolds (1:19:24) from Sportsnet comments on the Jets' performance, their Stanley Cup potential, and possible roster changes.

    The views and opinions expressed in this podcast are those of the hosts and guests and do not necessarily reflect the position of Rogers Sports & Media or any affiliate.

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    1 hr and 40 mins
  • Breaking Down the McCabe-Hathaway Fight with Jody Shelley
    Jan 6 2025

    Matt Marchese and Mike Futa return to kick off The FAN Hockey Show, recapping 'The Futa Five'. They next turned their attention to the World Juniors, where Czechia took bronze, and Team USA won gold over Finland. The two then discussed Jonathan Toews' prospective comeback and whether he has a real chance of joining the Leafs, and Max Domi being penalized for his elbowing penalty (14:10). Finally, former NHL Left Winger Jody Shelley joins Matt and Mike to discuss tonight's game between the Vancouver Canucks and Montreal Canadiens, the tension between Elias Pettersson and JT Miller, how to handle it, and the Jake McCabe incident (40:27).

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    1 hr and 4 mins
  • Around the NHL with Elliotte Friedman: Habs Heating Up
    Jan 6 2025

    Matt Marchese and Mike Futa are joined by Elliotte Friedman of 32 Thoughts the Podcast to discuss the Montreal Canadiens' recent run, if this run has erased any speculation of Martin St. Louis being fired, and the Canucks' injury recovery timeframes. Next, the three hit on the Toronto Maple Leafs, Auston Matthews’ return to the lineup, Jake McCabe’s injury, and finally, debate about whether David Carle is fit enough for the NHL.

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    35 mins
  • World Juniors Autopsy w/ Jason Demers + Doofus-Gate
    Jan 3 2025

    The FAN Hockey Show rolls on with Matt Marchese and Mike Futa diving into "The Futa Five" including an update on Auston Matthews, the goaltending hierarchy in New York, and much more! (16:38) Later on, Matt and Mike dip into the mailbag to answer your questions on all things hockey, before being joined by NHL Network's Jason Demers (41:48). The former NHLer weighs in on Canada's disappointing showing in the 2025 World Junior Championships, the lack of defensive fundamentals shown from the group, and how to address the issues from the development level. The trio wrap up the week with some final thoughts on the Vancouver Canucks' drama between J.T. Miller and Elias Pettersson.

    The views and opinions expressed in this podcast are those of the hosts and guests and do not necessarily reflect the position of Rogers Sports & Media or any affiliate.

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    1 hr and 7 mins