100% Hockey

Daren Millard and John Shannon sit down with newly elected Hockey Hall of Famer Brian Burke for a wide-ranging conversation covering a remarkable career and a deeply personal journey. 
Burke reflects on his unlikely path — picking up hockey at age 13 in Minnesota — and credits Lou Lamoriello as the mentor who pushed him toward the game despite his own initial resistance. He walks through his evolution from player to agent to general manager, the thrill of winning the Stanley Cup with Anaheim, and his tenures with Vancouver, Toronto, and his time as NHL Executive Vice President. 
Burke also opens up about the personal sacrifices that came with the job, the challenge of maintaining relationships with his children throughout his career, and the profound loss of his son Brendan.
When Brian leaves, John and Daren shift gears to break down recent NHL transactions, with analysis of team strategies heading into the draft.

Daren Millard and John Shannon bring in draft expert Sam Cosentino, who will be covering the NHL Draft for Sportsnet and NHL Network, to break down a draft landscape that's already full of intrigue.
The centerpiece of the conversation is the Brady Tkachuk trade from Ottawa to Florida and how it reshapes draft strategies league-wide. Sam runs through the top prospects — including Gavin McKenna, Ivar Stennberg, and Caleb Malhotra — and the guys tackle the elephant in the room: would Vancouver dare to draft Caleb Malhotra, son of new head coach Manny Malhotra? 
The discussion also covers the real possibility of trades within the top 5 picks, the shifting development paths between the CHL and NCAA, and why American players are increasingly gravitating toward non-Canadian markets. Plus, speculation heats up around what Winnipeg and other teams might do before draft day.

John Shannon and Daren Millard are joined by Nick Kypreos on 100% Hockey to break down a busy offseason for the Toronto Maple Leafs.
The conversation begins with Toronto’s acquisition of Darren Raddysh from Tampa Bay and what the defenseman could bring to a team looking to improve its power play and return to playoff contention immediately. Kypreos explains why the move fits the organization’s win-now mindset and how it reflects the priorities of the current management group.
The guys also discuss the hiring of Jim Hiller as head coach and the aggressive approach being taken by general manager John Chayka, including the decision to move goaltender Joseph Woll. The discussion naturally leads to a bigger question facing the franchise: should Toronto continue building around Auston Matthews, or would a blockbuster trade ever make sense if the return was significant enough?
The episode also touches on Mike Babcock’s expected return behind the bench in Edmonton, Sergei Bobrovsky’s contract extension in Florida, and several of the major storylines shaping the NHL offseason.
A wide-ranging conversation about one of hockey’s busiest franchises and the decisions that could define its future.

John Shannon and Daren Millard are joined by Paul Bissonnette on 100% Hockey for a conversation that spans the Stanley Cup champions, coaching philosophies, and the evolution of the modern game.
Bissonnette shares his thoughts on Carolina's championship run, explaining why strong defensive structure, organizational depth, and buy-in throughout the lineup continue to separate contenders from everyone else.
The conversation then turns to coaching, including Toronto's decision to hire Jim Hiller and the broader debate around leadership in today's NHL. Bissonnette argues that teams should be looking for coaches who can connect with modern players and discusses why younger, more adaptable voices may be better suited to today's game.
The group also revisits the Mike Babcock controversy, with Bissonnette offering perspective on the stories that emerged from players and how expectations around coaching behaviour have changed across the league.
The episode wraps with a look at Bissonnette's own career path, from professional hockey and the AHL to becoming one of the sport's most recognizable media personalities through Spittin' Chiclets and TNT.
A candid conversation about where hockey has been and where it's headed next.

John Shannon and Daren Millard look back on the Stanley Cup Final and ahead to what could be a fascinating NHL offseason on 100% Hockey.
The guys break down Carolina’s championship run, examining the Hurricanes’ relentless defensive structure, organizational depth, and the leadership of Rod Brind’Amour. They also discuss the impact of Eric Tulsky’s roster-building decisions and how additions like Nick Ehlers helped shape a championship-calibre lineup.
On the other side, they analyze where things went wrong for Vegas, including the Golden Knights’ inability to generate enough dangerous scoring opportunities despite a star-studded roster led by Jack Eichel.
The conversation then turns toward the offseason, with coaching situations in Edmonton and Toronto taking center stage. The guys discuss the ongoing Mike Babcock story, potential coaching candidates around the league, and trade speculation involving players such as Dylan Larkin.
They also touch on roster questions facing several teams, including Florida’s goaltending situation and important decisions looming in Minnesota.
With the Stanley Cup awarded, attention quickly turns to the moves that could define next season.