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The FAN Hockey Show
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Sportsnet's Matt Marchese and former L.A Kings executive Mike Futa take you around the league on Sportsnet 590 The FAN’s national hockey show, airing live across the country daily from 12pm-2pm ET. Get your opinion, news and analysis featuring daily segments from insider Elliotte Friedman!
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Around the NHL with Elliotte Friedman: Panthers Get Meaner + Trade Market Watchlist
Jun 2500:19:58Tap to summarizeElliotte Friedman, Sportsnet NHL insider and host of 32 Thoughts, joins Matt Marchese and Mike Futa to break down the latest news in hockey. They discuss the Panthers' acquisition of Garnet Hathaway, Alex Tuch's eight-year deal with the Capitals, the defencemen circling in the trade market, and the Maple Leafs' strategy ahead of the draft. Friedge also offers an update on Columbus' Zach Werenski and Kirill Marchenko, before reflecting on the broader impact of the off-season trends we've seen so far. The boys wrap up with thoughts on where Toronto is leaning with the first overall pick and the next steps in Buffalo following Zach Benson's seven-year extension. 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 affiliates.
Transcribe →Behind the Scenes of the Nemec Trade with Flames GM Craig Conroy
Jun 2401:01:37Tap to summarizeMatt Marchese and Mike Futa open this episode with a look at the teams that have stayed quiet in a busy trade market before the draft. After the break, Producer Mike Gentile (12:17) joins the boys for a new edition of The Candy Jar! "Eye Candy" asks the boys about the Oilers' outlook with Mike Babcock at the helm, the recent player movement trends around the league, and the Hockey Hall of Fame selection process, before finally trying a Big Turk! Finally, Calgary Flames GM Craig Conroy (50:00) takes us behind the scenes of trading for Šimon Nemec and Maxim Tsyplakov, looks ahead to this summer's free agent market, and discuss his view on no-trade clauses. 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 affiliates.
Transcribe →Around the NHL with Elliotte Friedman: The Trades Keep Coming!
Jun 2400:37:45Tap to summarizeMatt Marchese and Mike Futa open today's show with a look back on a busy day in the NHL. Elliotte Friedman, Sportsnet NHL insider and host of 32 Thoughts, joins Matt Marchese and Mike Futa to look back on Mike Babcock's introduction in Edmonton and share his takeaways from yesterday's press conference. The boys also recap yesterday's frenzy of trades starting with Šimon Nemec's fresh start with the Flames, before identifying the clear sellers in the market. Friedge then looks into Chicago's acquisition of Bowen Byram and Jordan Greenway, the value of the fourth overall pick heading back to Buffalo, and the latest on Alex Tuch. The wrap up with thoughts on the Senators adding William Eklund, the latest rumblings from the goalie market, and Jordan Kyrou's trade to Washington. 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 affiliates.
Transcribe →Oilers Announce Babcock, Hall of Fame Inductees & Ron Hextall!
Jun 2301:39:56Tap to summarizeMatt Marchese returns alongside Mike Futa to share his thoughts on Brady Tkachuk's introduction in Florida. The boys also break down the Oilers' announcement of their new head coach, Mike Babcock, as well as assistant coach, D.J. Smith. After the break (35:01), the boys highlight the 2026 Hockey Hall of Fame class featuring Patrice Bergeron, Carey Price, Pekka Rinne, Keith Tkachuk, Cindy Curley, and Brian Burke. Later, Mike and Mike (51:47) chat about Matthew Knies' future in Toronto and what a potential package might look like, before taking a look at the other names circling in the trade market. Finally, former NHL goaltender and executive, Ron Hextall (01:16:37) joins the guys to share a thought on Brian Burke following his call to the Hall, before reflecting on some stories from the draft floor and the latest wave of player movement. 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 affiliates.
Transcribe →Inside the Brady Tkachuk Trade + Unanswered Babcock Questions
Jun 2201:11:01Tap to summarizeBrent Wallace, host of the Coming in Hot podcast, joins Mike Futa and guest host Justin Cuthbert, to detail what led up to Brady Tkachuk's departure from Ottawa, the return in the trade, and what's next for the Senators. After the break, we go live to Ottawa Senators GM Steve Staios' press conference (21:30) following the Brady Tkachuk trade. Jason Gregor (51:51), host of the Jason Gregor Show, weighs in on the Oilers coaching search and when we can expect Mike Babcock to be announced, the questions that need to be answered from Edmonton's new head coach, and the team's roster needs. 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 affiliates.
Transcribe →Around the NHL with Elliotte Friedman: Panthers Acquire Brady Tkachuk
Jun 2200:27:00Tap to summarizeGuest host Justin Cuthbert joins Mike Futa to break down the trade that sent Brady Tkachuk to the Florida Panthers. Elliotte Friedman, Sportsnet NHL insider and host of 32 Thoughts, joins the conversation to share details on how the deal came together. They also look into Mason McTavish's market, the names circling in the trade rumour mill, and the ripple effects of the NHL player empowerment era. Friedge wraps up with thoughts on the Maple Leafs' stance ahead of the draft. 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 affiliates.
Transcribe →Toronto Adds Darren Raddysh with Amber, Koshan & Cosentino!
Jun 1901:39:41Tap to summarizeMatt Marchese and guest host Gord Stellick kick off today's show with thoughts on the Maple Leafs sign-and-trade for Darren Raddysh. Sportsnet's David Amber (04:10) shares his take on the move and envisions how Raddysh fits with Toronto's roster. D.A. also looks into what's next for John Carlson and reflects on Jonathan Toews' career after announcing his retirement today. Terry Koshan (28:40), Toronto Sun Leafs reporter, joins the show to add to the Raddysh conversation. He also breaks down Joseph Woll's departure, what's next for Morgan Rielly and Brandon Carlo, as well as the ripple effects of the Marlies' Calder Cup run. Later, Sportsnet's Sam Cosentino (50:00) reflects on Raddysh's growth as a player, the Leafs' decision atop the draft, and how the rest of first round might shake out. Later, we hear from Maple Leafs GM John Chayka as he speaks about what Raddysh brings to Toronto, before Matt and Gord wrap up discussing the most intriguing players who could be on the move this summer. 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 affiliates.
Transcribe →Jack Adams Finalist Dan Muse, Hockey Hotline & The Candy Jar!
Jun 1801:15:09Tap to summarizeMatt Marchese and Mike Futa open this episode with the latest news and notes from around the league, before responding to your Hockey Hotline calls and texts! Later, the guys share their thoughts on the NHL's decision to clear Mike Babcock to return behind the bench. After the break, Producer Mike Gentile (32:11) opens up The Candy Jar to ask Matt and Mike about what's next for Bruce Cassidy, how a team adapts to a new coach, the most hated teams around the league, and the best travelling NHL fan bases. Pittsburgh Penguins Head Coach Dan Muse (50:50) joins the show to discuss what it was like in his first year with the group, working alongside Mike Stothers, and the leadership of Sidney Crosby. 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 affiliates.
Transcribe →Jason Bukala's Draft Insight + Next Steps in Toronto with David Pagnotta
Jun 1701:08:26Tap to summarizeMatt Marchese opens this episode asking two-time Stanley Cup champion Mike Futa about the front office process leading up to NHL Draft. After playing telephone tag with the Game Notes podcast, Jason Bukala of Sportsnet and The Pro Hockey Group stops by! He looks back on his time with the Panthers scouting department to discuss a story of a player that dropped down his draft board, along with thoughts on the Flames' draft flexibility and the most intriguing situations around the league. Finally, David Pagnotta of The Fourth Period weighs in on Jim Hiller's hiring in Toronto, the next steps for the roster, Ryan Craig's hiring in Vegas, the latest on the Oilers' coaching search, and Connor Hellebuyck's future in Winnipeg. 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 affiliates.
Transcribe →Around the NHL with Elliotte Friedman: Maple Leafs Hire Jim Hiller
Jun 1700:30:29Tap to summarizeMatt Marchese and Mike Futa open the show with today's breaking news out of Toronto as the Maple Leafs hire Jim Hiller as their next head coach. Elliotte Friedman, Sportsnet NHL insider and host of 32 Thoughts, joins the conversation to discuss Hiller's connection to GM John Chayka and the Leafs stars, the mentality behind the hiring, and the next steps for Toronto to address the roster. Friedge also weighs in on the future of the Golden Knights' bench, the Predators' off-season ahead, the timeline for the Oilers' coaching search, the latest on Darnell Nurse, and the names to watch on the trading block this summer. 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 affiliates.
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