Locked On NHL - Daily Podcast On The National Hockey League

With the backdrop of the Calgary Flames admitting there’s a problem and rebuilding is the only solution, Mike Asti and Alex Wiederspiel welcome Josh Easthope of LockedOn Flames on this edition of the Game Night crew’s preview series.
Why was the franchise signing such a different tune six months ago? Where are they now in the rebuild? Who are the key players to watch and who may stick around? Will the market be an obstacle for the Flames in this plan to rebuild?

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The Chicago Blackhawks ignite hope with Patrick Kane’s emotional return and Connor Bedard’s fresh five-year deal—are the playoffs finally within reach? Eddie Garcia, Shukri Wrights, and Locked on Blackhawks host Jack Bushman assess the Blackhawks’ rapid rebuild, spotlighting Bedard’s injury comeback, Bowen Byram’s high-stakes acquisition, and Spencer Knight’s steady rise in net. The conversation highlights breakout potential from Frank Nazar and Anton Frondell. Key issues include Chicago’s defensive breakdowns, the search for a new captain, and the challenges facing a young, inexperienced blue line. Can GM Kyle Davidson’s bold roster moves and infusion of youth push the Blackhawks out of the NHL basement? Get exclusive insight into Chicago’s retooled lineup, critical offseason decisions, and the roadblocks that could define their 2026-27 season.
00:00 — Blackhawks Season Recap
Last year's performance, progress comparisons, discussion of Connor Bedard's impact and roster youth movement.
11:18 — Offseason Moves & Analysis
Deep dive into Bowen Byram trade/signing, Spencer Knight outlook, defensive concerns, and Patrick Kane's return.
22:50 — Season Outlook & Lineup Projections
Opening night lineup discussion, expectations for Donato, captaincy debate, Bedard's durability, and realistic goals for 2026–27.
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Ross Levitan (Locked On Senators) and Mike DiStefano (Locked On Leafs) break down the Connor Hellebuyck trade saga, Oilers signing Alex Formenton, and Chris Kreider heading to waivers on today's Locked On NHL.
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Minnesota Wild gear up for a serious playoff push despite questions at center. Can Kirill Kaprizov and Quinn Hughes elevate this team to true Stanley Cup contender status? Seth Toupal and JD Young break down the Wild’s off-season moves, analyze Jesper Wallstedt’s rise in goal, and debate whether Billy Guerin will pull off a blockbuster to land a top-six forward. Key topics include Blake Coleman’s fit, Brock Faber’s underrated contributions, and why Minnesota’s defensive core sets them apart in the West.
The conversation shifts East as the Montreal Canadiens emerge as a potential powerhouse. With Nick Suzuki, Lane Hutson, and Ivan Demidov leading the way, are the Canadiens ready to dominate the Atlantic Division’s gauntlet? Plus, the Tampa Bay Lightning’s aging core faces mounting challenges—can Nikita Kucherov and Andrei Vasilevskiy keep the dynasty alive or is time finally catching up? Don’t miss expert analysis on the NHL’s rising giants and fading legends.

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The San Jose Sharks arrived. Right? Or... are they still playing the long game? That's part of the debate in San Jose as Macklin Celebrini makes it clear he might not just be a franchise player, but a generational one. But are the rest of the Shark pups ready to join him? JD Young of Locked on San Jose Sharks joins Locked On Game Night to discuss that, the Sharks 2025-26 season, what's ahead, Connor Hellebuyck and much more.
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