The FAN Hockey Show
Matt Marchese, Mike Futa and Elliotte Friedman share opinions, news and analysis.
Matt Marchese, Mike Futa and Elliotte Friedman share opinions, news and analysis.
Matt Marchese, Mike Futa and Elliotte Friedman share opinions, news and analysis.
Matt Marchese and Mike Futa share Team Canada roster projections with the official Four Nations lineup announcement coming next week before previewing this weekend's NHL action with the Futa Five! Sportsnet.ca's Eric Francis (16:02) joins the show to discuss his conversation with Sean Monahan ahead of tonight's contest between the Blue Jackets and Flames which will honour Johnny and Matthew Gaudreau. Then, he discusses the Flames' direction this season after a strong first quarter. Finally, Hockey Night in Canada's Chris Cuthbert (42:56) discusses the Leafs' long list of forward injuries, the odd-man-out when players return and dark horse picks for Team Canada.
Matt Marchese and Mike Futa share Team Canada roster projections with the official Four Nations lineup announcement coming next week before previewing this weekend's NHL action with the Futa Five! Sportsnet.ca's Eric Francis (16:02) joins the show to discuss his conversation with Sean Monahan ahead of tonight's contest between the Blue Jackets and Flames which will honour Johnny and Matthew Gaudreau. Then, he discusses the Flames' direction this season after a strong first quarter. Finally, Hockey Night in Canada's Chris Cuthbert (42:56) discusses the Leafs' long list of forward injuries, the odd-man-out when players return and dark horse picks for Team Canada.
Matt Marchese and Mike Futa kick off The FAN Hockey Show with their early-season Stanley Cup predictions and a discussion of last night's game between the Toronto Maple Leafs and the Florida Panthers. Brent Wallace, host of the Coming in Hot Podcast, then joins the show to discuss the Ottawa Senators' victory over the San Jose Sharks, whether the win is a momentum boost for the team, whether the team is underperforming, and whether this is the team's future identity. Finally, Ken Reid of Sportsnet joins Matt and Mike to debate which retired players they would want to see play in today's NHL, how Team Canada will perform in the Four Nations Face-off tournament, and whether the Leafs' new editions are meeting expectations this season.
Matt Marchese and Mike Futa kick off The FAN Hockey Show with their early-season Stanley Cup predictions and a discussion of last night's game between the Toronto Maple Leafs and the Florida Panthers. Brent Wallace, host of the Coming in Hot Podcast, then joins the show to discuss the Ottawa Senators' victory over the San Jose Sharks, whether the win is a momentum boost for the team, whether the team is underperforming, and whether this is the team's future identity. Finally, Ken Reid of Sportsnet joins Matt and Mike to debate which retired players they would want to see play in today's NHL, how Team Canada will perform in the Four Nations Face-off tournament, and whether the Leafs' new editions are meeting expectations this season.
Matt Marchese, Mike Futa and Elliotte Friedman share opinions, news and analysis.
Matt Marchese, Mike Futa and Elliotte Friedman share opinions, news and analysis.
David Amber on whether the Jets are on track to be serious Stanley Cup contenders, whether the Senators can go on a long run despite recent struggles, and whether the Leafs should keep Mitch Marner & John Tavares on the same line when Auston Matthews returns. Don Granato talks about his coaching experiences. Pierre McGuire debates the state of the Penguins, and how many NHL teams are considered elite.
David Amber on whether the Jets are on track to be serious Stanley Cup contenders, whether the Senators can go on a long run despite recent struggles, and whether the Leafs should keep Mitch Marner & John Tavares on the same line when Auston Matthews returns. Don Granato talks about his coaching experiences. Pierre McGuire debates the state of the Penguins, and how many NHL teams are considered elite.
Matt Marchese, Mike Futa and Elliotte Friedman share opinions, news and analysis.
Matt Marchese, Mike Futa and Elliotte Friedman share opinions, news and analysis.
Matt Marchese and Mike Futa are joined by Flyers president of hockey operations Keith Jones to evaluate the first 20 games in Philly. He gets into Travis Sanheim's growth, Matvei Michkov developing ahead of schedule despite some early healthy scratches and more. Then, former NHL scout Jason Bukala (19:45) goes in-studio to weigh in on Zach Whitecloud's hit on Matthew Knies on Wednesday, the Wild's strong start, Stuart Skinner & Linus Ullmark's struggles, and he sticks around for a weekend preview with the Futa Five! Finally, Matt and Mike look at Darnell Nurse's comments on Ryan Reaves as he returns to the ice.
Matt Marchese and Mike Futa are joined by Flyers president of hockey operations Keith Jones to evaluate the first 20 games in Philly. He gets into Travis Sanheim's growth, Matvei Michkov developing ahead of schedule despite some early healthy scratches and more. Then, former NHL scout Jason Bukala (19:45) goes in-studio to weigh in on Zach Whitecloud's hit on Matthew Knies on Wednesday, the Wild's strong start, Stuart Skinner & Linus Ullmark's struggles, and he sticks around for a weekend preview with the Futa Five! Finally, Matt and Mike look at Darnell Nurse's comments on Ryan Reaves as he returns to the ice.
Matt Marchese, Mike Futa and Elliotte Friedman share opinions, news and analysis.
Matt Marchese, Mike Futa and Elliotte Friedman share opinions, news and analysis.
Matt Marchese and Mike Futa begin the show with Jimmy Murphy of The Sick Podcast to take a look at the Boston Bruins firing Jim Montgomery.
Matt Marchese and Mike Futa begin the show with Jimmy Murphy of The Sick Podcast to take a look at the Boston Bruins firing Jim Montgomery.
Matt Marchese, Mike Futa and Elliotte Friedman share opinions, news and analysis.
Matt Marchese, Mike Futa and Elliotte Friedman share opinions, news and analysis.
Elliotte Friedman joins Matt Marchese and Mike Futa to talk about Alex Ovechkin's strong game Sunday night and what's rekindled his goal-scoring streak. The boys then talk about Ryan Reaves' hit on Darnell Nurse, whether his suspension is justified, and whether it compares to previous suspensions in the league. Finally, they address the NHL's prospective addition to the salary cap and the likelihood of it happening.
Elliotte Friedman joins Matt Marchese and Mike Futa to talk about Alex Ovechkin's strong game Sunday night and what's rekindled his goal-scoring streak. The boys then talk about Ryan Reaves' hit on Darnell Nurse, whether his suspension is justified, and whether it compares to previous suspensions in the league. Finally, they address the NHL's prospective addition to the salary cap and the likelihood of it happening.
Matt Marchese and Mike Futa are joined by Dallas Stars general manager Jim Nill to chat about the challenges of carrying over the success from season to season.
Matt Marchese and Mike Futa are joined by Dallas Stars general manager Jim Nill to chat about the challenges of carrying over the success from season to season.
Matt Marchese and Mike Futa are joined by Hockey Night in Canada's Kelly Hrudey to chat about what has powered the Calgary Flames' surprising start.
Matt Marchese and Mike Futa are joined by Hockey Night in Canada's Kelly Hrudey to chat about what has powered the Calgary Flames' surprising start.
Matt Marchese, Mike Futa and Elliotte Friedman share opinions, news and analysis.
Matt Marchese, Mike Futa and Elliotte Friedman share opinions, news and analysis.
Elliotte Friedman discusses the GM meetings in Toronto, the Hockey Hall of Fame Ceremony, the Class of 2025, and who should be inducted next.
Elliotte Friedman discusses the GM meetings in Toronto, the Hockey Hall of Fame Ceremony, the Class of 2025, and who should be inducted next.
Matt Marchese, Mike Futa and Elliotte Friedman share opinions, news and analysis.
Matt Marchese, Mike Futa and Elliotte Friedman share opinions, news and analysis.
Matt Marchese, Mike Futa and Elliotte Friedman share opinions, news and analysis.
Matt Marchese, Mike Futa and Elliotte Friedman share opinions, news and analysis.
Matt Marchese and Mike Futa kick off The FAN Hockey Show with Florida Panthers Analyst Ed Jovanovski, who discusses the Panthers' performance without Barkov and Tkachuk.
Matt Marchese and Mike Futa kick off The FAN Hockey Show with Florida Panthers Analyst Ed Jovanovski, who discusses the Panthers' performance without Barkov and Tkachuk.
Matt Marchese and Mike Futa open The FAN Hockey Show with San Jose Sharks forward Tyler Toffoli, who discusses the team's current state
Matt Marchese and Mike Futa open The FAN Hockey Show with San Jose Sharks forward Tyler Toffoli, who discusses the team's current state
Matt Marchese, Mike Futa and Elliotte Friedman share opinions, news and analysis.
Matt Marchese, Mike Futa and Elliotte Friedman share opinions, news and analysis.
Matt Marchese and Mike Futa discuss David Pastrňák’s benching for the third period and the case for contract discussions for the Florida Panthers.
Matt Marchese and Mike Futa discuss David Pastrňák’s benching for the third period and the case for contract discussions for the Florida Panthers.
Elliotte Friedman on Connor McDavid's injury, the Leafs snapping the Jets' eight-game winning streak, and Steven Stamkos' return game to Tampa Bay. Paul Bissonnette on the Leafs' statement win against the Jets, and the lack of fighting early in the season. Mike Stothers chats about his time coaching Biz and winning the Calder Cup together. Carter Hutton discusses the mindset of a failing goaltender.
Elliotte Friedman on Connor McDavid's injury, the Leafs snapping the Jets' eight-game winning streak, and Steven Stamkos' return game to Tampa Bay. Paul Bissonnette on the Leafs' statement win against the Jets, and the lack of fighting early in the season. Mike Stothers chats about his time coaching Biz and winning the Calder Cup together. Carter Hutton discusses the mindset of a failing goaltender.
Elliotte Friedman analyses last night's slate of games, Alexandar Georgiev's slow start to the season, and the Flames & Blue Jackets honouring Johnny Gaudreau in their respective home openers. Golden Knights' GM Kelly McCrimmon on his team's start to the season. Chairman of the Hockey Hall of Fame, Lanny McDonald, talks about being coached by Mike Futa, and the process of making the HOF. Kings captain Anze Kopitar discusses his draft year, and how his training has evolved over the years.
Elliotte Friedman analyses last night's slate of games, Alexandar Georgiev's slow start to the season, and the Flames & Blue Jackets honouring Johnny Gaudreau in their respective home openers. Golden Knights' GM Kelly McCrimmon on his team's start to the season. Chairman of the Hockey Hall of Fame, Lanny McDonald, talks about being coached by Mike Futa, and the process of making the HOF. Kings captain Anze Kopitar discusses his draft year, and how his training has evolved over the years.
Matt Marchese, Mike Futa and Elliotte Friedman share opinions, news and analysis.
Matt Marchese, Mike Futa and Elliotte Friedman share opinions, news and analysis.
Matt Marchese, Mike Futa and Elliotte Friedman share opinions, news and analysis.
Matt Marchese, Mike Futa and Elliotte Friedman share opinions, news and analysis.
Matt Marchese, Mike Futa and Elliotte Friedman share opinions, news and analysis.
Matt Marchese, Mike Futa and Elliotte Friedman share opinions, news and analysis.
Matt Marchese, Mike Futa and Elliotte Friedman share opinions, news and analysis.
Matt Marchese, Mike Futa and Elliotte Friedman share opinions, news and analysis.
Matt Marchese, Mike Futa and Elliotte Friedman share opinions, news and analysis.
Matt Marchese, Mike Futa and Elliotte Friedman share opinions, news and analysis.
Matt Marchese, Mike Futa and Elliotte Friedman share opinions, news and analysis.
Matt Marchese, Mike Futa and Elliotte Friedman share opinions, news and analysis.
Matt Marchese, Mike Futa and Elliotte Friedman share opinions, news and analysis.
Matt Marchese, Mike Futa and Elliotte Friedman share opinions, news and analysis.
Matt Marchese, Mike Futa and Elliotte Friedman share opinions, news and analysis.
Matt Marchese, Mike Futa and Elliotte Friedman share opinions, news and analysis.
Matt Marchese, Mike Futa and Elliotte Friedman share opinions, news and analysis.
Matt Marchese, Mike Futa and Elliotte Friedman share opinions, news and analysis.
Matt Marchese, Mike Futa and Elliotte Friedman share opinions, news and analysis.
Matt Marchese, Mike Futa and Elliotte Friedman share opinions, news and analysis.
Matt Marchese, Mike Futa and Elliotte Friedman share opinions, news and analysis.
Matt Marchese, Mike Futa and Elliotte Friedman share opinions, news and analysis.
Matt Marchese, Mike Futa and Elliotte Friedman share opinions, news and analysis.
Matt Marchese, Mike Futa and Elliotte Friedman share opinions, news and analysis.
Matt Marchese, Mike Futa and Elliotte Friedman share opinions, news and analysis.
Matt Marchese, Mike Futa and Elliotte Friedman share opinions, news and analysis.
Matt Marchese and Mike Futa begin The FAN Hockey Show going through a few texts from listeners discussing Evan Bouchard's performance affecting a future contract, the expectations of Team Canada with the rosters locked for the 4 Nations Face-Off, if Cale Makar can become the next highest paid defensemen, and if there's a market for Claude Giroux at the trade deadline. Later, former NHL Head Coach Rick Bowness joins the podcast to talk about the best players he's coached, which players had the best leadership, the value of having a good relationship with your leadership group, and the transition from assistant coach to head coach. Finally, Gary Lawless, the Vegas Golden Knights Insider, joins Matt and Mike to discuss Alex Pietrangelo, Shea Theodore and Adin Hill making the 4 Nations Team Canada roster.
Matt Marchese and Mike Futa begin The FAN Hockey Show going through a few texts from listeners discussing Evan Bouchard's performance affecting a future contract, the expectations of Team Canada with the rosters locked for the 4 Nations Face-Off, if Cale Makar can become the next highest paid defensemen, and if there's a market for Claude Giroux at the trade deadline. Later, former NHL Head Coach Rick Bowness joins the podcast to talk about the best players he's coached, which players had the best leadership, the value of having a good relationship with your leadership group, and the transition from assistant coach to head coach. Finally, Gary Lawless, the Vegas Golden Knights Insider, joins Matt and Mike to discuss Alex Pietrangelo, Shea Theodore and Adin Hill making the 4 Nations Team Canada roster.
Jarmo Kekäläinen, Assistant General Manager for Team Finland, joins Matt Marchese and Mike Futa to dive into the nation's recently unveiled 4 Nations Face-Off roster. Jarmo chats about the value of positional versatility in international hockey, the team's coaching staff, and Patrik Laine's strong form heading into the tournament. Later on, Sportsnet's Jason Bukala joins the guys in studio to look back on yesterday's busy night in the NHL, before delving into his list of top 40 prospects for the 2025 NHL Draft. Jason highlights the four-horse race to be the first overall pick between Matthew Schaefer, Michael Misa, Porter Martone and James Hagens, along with the standouts and notable omissions from Team Canada's World Juniors selection camp. The trio also share their thoughts on the 4 Nations Face-Off rosters, the growing concerns in Buffalo and how to right the ship. Mike and Matt wrap up this week on the show with the latest edition of the 'Futa Five'.
Jarmo Kekäläinen, Assistant General Manager for Team Finland, joins Matt Marchese and Mike Futa to dive into the nation's recently unveiled 4 Nations Face-Off roster. Jarmo chats about the value of positional versatility in international hockey, the team's coaching staff, and Patrik Laine's strong form heading into the tournament. Later on, Sportsnet's Jason Bukala joins the guys in studio to look back on yesterday's busy night in the NHL, before delving into his list of top 40 prospects for the 2025 NHL Draft. Jason highlights the four-horse race to be the first overall pick between Matthew Schaefer, Michael Misa, Porter Martone and James Hagens, along with the standouts and notable omissions from Team Canada's World Juniors selection camp. The trio also share their thoughts on the 4 Nations Face-Off rosters, the growing concerns in Buffalo and how to right the ship. Mike and Matt wrap up this week on the show with the latest edition of the 'Futa Five'.