100% Hockey

John Shannon and Daren Millard welcome Utah Mammoth General Manager Bill Armstrong to 100% Hockey for a conversation about the organization's growth, its playoff ambitions, and the decisions shaping the team's future.
Before Armstrong joins the show, John and Daren look back at the Heritage Classic in Winnipeg, where the Montreal Canadiens delivered a strong defensive performance against the Jets. They discuss the fallout from Connor Hellebuyck's trade to New Jersey, the reaction from Winnipeg fans, and the challenges facing the Jets as they begin a new chapter without their longtime starting goaltender.
The guys also examine Alexander Ovechkin's changing role in Washington, including his reduced ice time and offensive production, and what it could mean for the Capitals' transition toward their next generation.
Armstrong then joins the conversation to discuss the excitement surrounding Utah's upcoming Winter Classic and the Mammoth's evolution into a competitive team in the Central Division. He explains the thinking behind adding experienced veterans Vincent Trocheck and Anders Lee, and how their leadership can help a young roster take the next step.
The conversation also covers Utah's emerging talent, the lessons learned from last season's playoff appearance, and the importance of creating opportunities for developing players. Armstrong discusses the challenges of a shortened training camp and balancing immediate expectations with the organization's long-term goals.
It's a look at the next stage of the Utah Mammoth, alongside the latest developments from around the NHL.

John Shannon and Daren Millard welcome former NHL goaltender and NHL Alumni Association President Glenn Healy to 100% Hockey for a wide-ranging conversation about the game's history, the people who shaped it, and the biggest stories around today's NHL.
Healy takes John and Daren back to the NHL's first outdoor regular-season game in Edmonton in 2003, sharing stories about the extreme cold, the experience of playing outdoors, and how the event helped pave the way for the league's outdoor-game tradition.
The conversation also explores Healy's work with the NHL Alumni Association and its commitment to supporting former players and their families. He discusses the importance of providing health and wellness resources, the challenges some players face after their careers, and reflects on the recent passing of former NHL forward Ron Duguay.
The guys also turn their attention to today's NHL, discussing Connor McDavid's performance, Mike Babcock's coaching influence, and the evolution of goaltending. Healy offers his perspective on Connor Hellebuyck's situation in Winnipeg, the possibility of a trade, and the challenges facing teams around the league.
Plus, plenty of classic hockey stories, a few laughs about Healy's year-round Christmas tree, and a look at Boston's strong start to the season.

John Shannon and Daren Millard welcome longtime NHL broadcaster and former goaltender Darren Pang back to 100% Hockey for a wide-ranging conversation about the Chicago Blackhawks, early-season surprises, and some of the biggest questions developing around the league.
Panger shares his thoughts on Connor Bedard's return to the Blackhawks lineup and the growing chemistry between Bedard and Patrick Kane. The conversation explores Chicago's development, the impact of having an experienced veteran like Kane alongside its young star, and what the Blackhawks could become as the season progresses.
The guys also turn their attention to the New York Rangers, discussing the emergence of goaltender Dylan Garand and how the team has responded early in the season. That leads into a broader conversation about Connor Hellebuyck's uncertain future in Winnipeg, the challenges facing teams in the competitive Central Division, and how goaltending situations could influence the NHL landscape.
In Detroit, John, Daren and Panger discuss the possibility of the Red Wings adding a President of Hockey Operations, including whether Brendan Shanahan could be a fit for the organization.
Pang also shares some memorable stories from his playing career, including the history behind his goalie masks, a replica connected to the Hockey Hall of Fame, and his experience at the 2017 Winter Classic.
It's another entertaining conversation with Panger, combining firsthand hockey stories, early-season observations, and plenty of laughs as the guys work their way around the NHL.

John Shannon and Daren Millard welcome legendary NHL coach Scotty Bowman to 100% Hockey for a wide-ranging conversation about coaching, player development, and the decisions that shape winning teams.
The NHL's winningest head coach shares his perspective on the modern game, including the importance of developing young players, managing different personalities, and making difficult coaching decisions. The conversation explores the value of playoff experience and how coaches balance accountability with giving players opportunities to grow.
John and Daren also discuss the latest stories around the league, including Connor Hellebuyck's uncertain future in Winnipeg, Brady Tkachuk's upcoming return to Ottawa, and the early performances of teams across the NHL. The guys examine Marco Sturm's decision to sit Nikita Zadorov following penalty trouble and the challenges facing coaches trying to establish consistency.
Plus, Daren shares the story behind his unexpected selection as an emergency backup goaltender for the Vegas Golden Knights, an experience that attracted plenty of attention around the hockey world.
From the wisdom of one of hockey's most accomplished coaches to the latest developments around the league, it's another packed edition of 100% Hockey.

John Shannon and Daren Millard are back on 100% Hockey to break down the biggest stories from the opening weeks of the NHL season, including struggling teams, mounting injuries, and some surprising early results.
The conversation begins with the growing number of injuries around the league and whether shorter training camps and an expanded schedule could be contributing to the problem. John and Daren examine the difficult starts in Calgary, Vancouver, and Los Angeles, questioning what has gone wrong and how quickly those teams can turn things around.
In Toronto, the spotlight falls on Gavin McKenna after the first-overall pick saw limited ice time in the Maple Leafs' overtime loss to Buffalo. The guys debate Jim Hiller's handling of the rookie, whether the decision was intentional or simply a coaching oversight, and what it means for McKenna's development.
Elsewhere, John and Daren discuss Buffalo's impressive comeback, Ottawa's encouraging start under Travis Green, and New Jersey's performance against the Rangers. They also examine the growing importance of goaltending around the league and the challenges facing teams trying to establish consistency early in the season.
With plenty of unexpected results already shaping the standings, John and Daren separate early-season overreactions from the concerns that could become lasting problems.