Matt Marchese and Mike Futa open Wednesday's edition of The FAN Hockey Show alongside Sportsnet's Anna Dua! They chat about the Maple Leafs' issues after dropping their third-straight game, before updating their preseason NHL Award picks one month into the season. Next up, Mike Grinnell (30:10) of Spittin' Chiclets checks in on the Bruins' surprising start, David Pastrňák's case to be Boston's next captain, and the other key pieces fueling the team's 11-7-0 record. Later, Matt and Mike open up the text-line (49:42) to respond to your questions and comments! Brian Burke (01:15:40), former NHL executive and current PWHL Executive Director, swaps some stories with the guys, touches on his experience on the Hockey Hall of Fame Selection Committee, and evaluates what he's seeing around the league.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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Hockey Hall of Fame Induction Gala Stories + Luke Fox & EJ Hradek!
Matt Marchese and Mike Futa open this edition of The FAN Hockey Show sharing their experience at last night's Hockey Hall of Fame Induction Gala, before sifting through yesterday's action in the NHL. Sportsnet's Luke Fox (31:45) checks in from TD Garden ahead of the Maple Leafs' clash against the Bruins tonight. Luke shares his take on Toronto's difficulties to start the season, the state of the team's goaltending as Joseph Woll works his way back, and the limited options in the trade market to improve the roster. Later, EJ Hradek (50:00) of NHL Network joins the guys to discuss the Ducks' hot start to the season ahead tonight's clash with the Avalanche, Pete DeBoer's future in the NHL and the hierarchy in the Eastern Conference, before debating who will make the cut for the United States Olympic team.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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Around the NHL with Elliotte Friedman: Live From the GM Meetings
Elliotte Friedman, Sportsnet NHL insider and host of 32 Thoughts, joins Matt Marchese and Mike Futa live from the NHL GM Meetings. Friedge shares his takeaways from the event including the concerns brought up about Milan's Olympic hockey arena, balancing NHL development leagues, and more. The trio then dive into the Oilers' overtime win over the Blue Jackets and the lingering concerns on the defensive end, before debating just how good Dustin Byfuglien would be in today's game. Later, the boys discuss Brad Marchand's effectiveness in his age-37 season and the players on the bubble for Team Canada's Olympic roster.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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The Rising Canes with Rod Brind'Amour + Toronto & Edmonton Status Report
Chris Cuthbert, Sportsnet play-by-play voice, joins Matt Marchese and Mike Futa to add to the lore of the prank on Elliotte Friedman. CC dives into the Maple Leafs' early season issues, helps diagnose the problem, and looks for a solution to help right the ship. Next up, Rod Brind'Amour (18:18), Carolina Hurricanes Head Coach and Stanley Cup champion, shares the 411 on his team following last night's win in Toronto. Later on, Sportsnet's Mark Spector (48:28) looks into the Oilers' recent struggles and touches on the play between the pipes, the response from the team's captain Connor McDavid, and the plan of attack to bounce back tonight.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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Around the NHL with Elliotte Friedman: Gauging Oilers & Leafs Concerns
Matt Marchese and Mike Futa open this edition of The FAN Hockey Show looking back on the weekend's NHL action with Elliotte Friedman, Sportsnet insider and host of 32 Thoughts. Friedge opens with some stories about Zdeno Chara, Joe Thornton and Duncan Keith ahead of their Hockey Hall of Fame induction. The boys then gauge their concerns for the Oilers and Maple Leafs, and zero in on what's behind Toronto's back-to-back losses. They wrap up with thoughts on the Rangers' confounding home/road splits, before Futes reminds Elliotte of a prank early in his career.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.
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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