Episodes

  • Carrying Over Success with Jim Nill + McDavid's Milestone
    Nov 15 2024

    Matt Marchese and Mike Futa are joined by Dallas Stars general manager Jim Nill to chat about the challenges of carrying over the success from season to season, where he thinks he needs to improve the roster, how many games in does he have a clear assessment of his team, Matt Duchene re-signing with the Stars, the gamble on acquiring new players affecting the locker room, and his reflection on Pavel Datsyuk entering the Hockey Hall of Fame. (0:39) Then, Sportsnet's Luke Gazdic shares his thoughts on Connor McDavid's 1000-point milestone, Cody Ceci's potential return and fit with the Edmonton Oilers, lack of consistency on the blueline and in net, the mental mindset of expecting to get into a fight before a hockey game and how will Evander Kane slot back on the bottom six. (28:15) Afterwards, Matt and Mike go through The Futa Five including the Toronto Maple Leafs taking on McDavid and the Oilers on Saturday Night. (1:17:05)

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    1 hr and 17 mins
  • Around the NHL with Elliotte Friedman: A Knight Nears Extension + Pens' White Flag
    Nov 15 2024

    32 Thoughts' Elliotte Friedman joins Matt Marchese and Mike Futa to chat about Brayden McNabb nearing an extension with the Vegas Golden Knights, Connor McDavid's milestone hitting 1000 points and where he could potentially end up finishing with by the time his career is over, how many players would be available on the trade market by Kyle Dubas on the Pittsburgh Penguins including Erik Karlsson, and Jamie Benn receiving a 2-minute minor for his hit on Brandon Carlo. (22:04)

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    22 mins
  • Is Dustin Wolf Ready? + Connor McDavid's Evolution
    Nov 14 2024

    Matt Marchese and Mike Futa are joined by Hockey Night in Canada's Kelly Hrudey to chat about what has powered the Calgary Flames' surprising start, if Dustin Wolf is ready to increase his workload behind the net, whether the front office feels they need to grow with the current group of players, Matt Coronato carving a role on the Flames, and as a former goalie who he thinks will slot in Team Canada's net for the 4 Nations Face-Off. (0:19) Then, CEO of Hockey Operations for the Edmonton Oilers Jeff Jackson stops by to chat about his team's performance through the quarter mark, losing Connor McDavid for a brief period, managing Stanley Cup Final expectations, how Kris Knoblauch has benefited from his first full training camp, McDavid's evolution as a leader, and his transitions between being a player agent and working in the front office. (18:30) Afterwards, Matt and Mike preview the Thursday slate of games including New Jersey Devils vs. Florida Panthers. (1:08:14)

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    1 hr and 8 mins
  • Around the NHL with Elliotte Friedman: The Disallowed Goal Debate
    Nov 14 2024

    Matt Marchese and Mike Futa are joined in-studio with 32 Thoughts' Elliotte Friedman to chat about the controversial disallowed goals for Toronto Maple Leafs' Steven Lorentz and Matthew Knies, if John Tavares' strong performance this season is fueled by not wearing the 'C' on his sweater, Mitch Marner playing for his next contract, Buffalo Sabres' goaltending situation, expected teams to make trades, teams playing back-to-backs against the same opponent, and who is the Hart Trophy favourite a quarter way into the NHL season. (31:31)

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    32 mins
  • Navigating a Rebuild with Ray Ferraro + Quarter Season Awards
    Nov 13 2024

    On this episode of The FAN Hockey Show, Matt Marchese and Mike Futa begin by recapping last night’s NHL action, before Sportsnet’s Ray Ferraro joins the show to discuss the New Jersey Devils changing play styles, as well as what the length of a rebuild looks like in the league today. (9:01) Then, Matt and Mike dive into the Canucks’ success to start the season following their win over the Flames, with starting goalie Thatcher Demko back at practice for Vancouver. They also break down the Oilers victory against the Islanders in Edmonton, and the surging Jets beating the Rangers at MSG. Later, Anna Dua joins the show to recap the Senators’ impressive win over the Maple Leafs at Scotiabank Arena last night, and where Ottawa is headed this season. (50:05) Then, they preview the Leafs and Capitals tonight in Washington, and what Toronto needs to do to bounce back. Then, they give out their quarter-season awards, which include a few clean sweeps from the group. Finally, Matt and Mike talk about the change in coaching styles in today’s game, and preview the matchups in the NHL tonight. (1:39:52)

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    1 hr and 40 mins
  • Around the NHL with Elliotte Friedman: HHOF Ceremony + Anthony Mantha Injury
    Nov 12 2024

    32 Thoughts' Elliotte Friedman joins Matt Marchese and Mike Futa to discuss the GM meetings in Toronto, including questions about the new decentralized draft and concerns relating to officiating. Then, he shares his thoughts on the Hockey Hall of Fame Ceremony last night and the speeches from the new inductees. The guys also look ahead to the Class of 2025, and who should be inducted next. Then, they recap the Calgary Flames' win over the L.A. Kings on Monday Night Hockey and the season-ending injury to Anthony Mantha. Finally, Elliotte gives his take on where the Penguins are headed following their disastrous loss to the Stars in Pittsburgh.

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    21 mins
  • Penguins Pain + Dan MacKenzie on CHL-NCAA Agreement
    Nov 12 2024

    Matt Marchese and Mike Futa reflect on their night at the Hockey Hall of Fame Induction Ceremony. The Athletic’s Josh Yohe (11:14) joins the show to break down the continued struggles of the Pittsburgh Penguins following their 7-1 loss at home to the Stars, and the questions that remain in the organization. Then, the guys look at the slate of games in the NHL tonight, highlighting the Battle of Ontario as the Leafs host the Senators, and the Rangers taking on the Jets at MSG. Later, CHL President Dan MacKenzie (55:27) joins the show to discuss the NCAA’s agreement with the CHL and the positive impact it will have on the league, as well as teeing up the upcoming CHL-USA Prospects Challenge taking place in London and Oshawa.

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    1 hr and 19 mins
  • Hockey Hall of Fame Preview + Tim Peel
    Nov 11 2024

    Matt Marchese and Mike Futa kick off The FAN Hockey Show with a preview of the upcoming NHL action on Hockey Hall of Fame Induction night, including the Flames hosting the L.A. Kings in Calgary. Then, they recap the top stories from this weekend's action by going through the Futa Five. Later, former NHL official Tim Peel (19:10) joins the show to discuss some of the 2024 Hockey Hall of Fame class including Jeremy Roenick, Pavel Datsyuk, and Shea Weber. Finally, the guys pay tribute to the history of the game, break down the latest injury news to Mark Stone ahead of their matchup against the Carolina Hurricanes, and update Ovie’s chase for the goal-scoring record following his two tallies against the Blues.

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    1 hr and 7 mins