Welcome back to Goalie Science Episode 148. Derek is ready for hockey season. Jamie is running on an iced espresso and white monster combo and fixing up a house he probably shouldn't have bought. Both are ready to get into it. The Talent Code What It Actually Means for Goalie Development Derek came in with notes from the book The Talent Code and broke down what the research actually says about high-level development. Key takeaways for goalies and parents: Talent has to be built. Natural ability is a starting point, not a destination. The 10,000 hour rule has been debunked, but intentional practice deep practice with a purpose is what actually drives development. For goalies specifically, that means getting scored on 20 to 40% of the time during training. If a goalie is making every save in camp, they're not getting better. They need to be challenged at the edge of their ability. Short, specific, immediate corrections from a coach matter more than long explanations. The coach's job is not to run drills that look good on video. The coach's job is to design the struggle. Going out and getting a thousand shots with no feedback is spinning your wheels. Sports Specialization Where the Real Danger Is The conversation isn't about forcing kids out of hockey. It's about not forcing kids to stay in hockey when they want to do something else. Derek let his son miss training sessions to play baseball this summer. That's the model. If the kid loves hockey and wants more, let them have more. If they want to try baseball or soccer, let them. The burnout doesn't come from playing too much hockey. It comes from being in a pressure cooker year-round with no breaks from performing. New skills should not be performance moments. Derek and Jamie both ran RVH sessions this week with U13 goalies. Neither expected them to stop pucks. The shot is the reward for doing the technical movement correctly not the point of the drill. Too many goalie coaches are screaming at kids who are just learning new things. Small Goalies What an NHL Scouting Document Actually Says A client's father works as an NHL scout. After the team brought in a new goalie coach, that coach sent a document to all scouting staff outlining what they're looking for by height category going into the draft. The breakdown: 6'1 and under must be elite at absolutely everything. No exceptions. 6'2 to 6'5 must be an elite puck tracker with very good puck handling ability. Everything else can be taught. 6'5 and up must be an elite puck tracker and able to handle the puck. That's it. Two requirements. This is not an argument against small goalies. It's an honest look at what teams are actually using to evaluate. Dustin Wolf had to win AHL Goalie of the Year twice before Calgary trusted him with a full-time NHL job. Small goalies can absolutely make it they just have to prove it longer and more definitively than taller goalies do. That's the reality. European vs North American Goalie Development One of Ghost's coaches, Coach Dakota, sparked a discussion about why European goalies tend to be more athletic and positionally sophisticated. The theory: European development systems push kids into ball sports earlier handball, racquetball, badminton sports that build lateral movement, hand-eye coordination, processing speed, and angle reading. These skills transfer directly into goaltending. In North America, we push kids into football and basketball more athleticism-based, less skill-based. Goaltending is a skill-based position, not a pure athleticism position. You can be a great goalie without being the best athlete on the ice. The skill of tracking, reading, and positioning drives performance more than raw athletic ability. The other factor: significantly less stigma around youth weight training in Europe. North America still fights the narrative that kids shouldn't lift weights when every scientific study has shown that's false. European programs are putting young athletes into resistance training, Olympic lifting, and plyometrics earlier, building stronger, more powerful goalies long before North American kids get access to the same tools. The Two Sports Every Goalie Should Play Derek's picks: Baseball and a racket sport. Baseball for the mental side every single pitch is a new scenario, you have to update the situation constantly, and learning to stay locked in through a full game teaches goalies to stay mentally sharp through a 60-minute hockey game. Pickleball or racquetball for the physical side rapid change of direction, quick hands, tracking an object at multiple angles. Jamie's picks: Gymnastics at a young age for mobility and body control, then squash or racquetball for change of direction, and track and field decathlon in high school to build genuine athleticism across multiple disciplines. The bigger point: whatever sport keeps a kid active, moving, and having fun outside of a performance pressure environment is the right sport. Road hockey in the backyard counts. Parting Shots Derek gives CCM their first compliment in a long time the new TACKS Pro pad has actually impressed him, with the only grievance being the off-white colourway. Jamie agrees and admits it even as a Bauer-affiliated coach. Both want more interviews. Drop your suggestions in the comments who do you want to hear on Goalie Science? Ghost Rehab Complete Performance Program 365 days of training. Off-season tracks available now. Use code GOALIESCIENCE50 for 50% off your first month. Link below. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.
On this episode of The Sick Podcast, Pierre McGuire joins Shayne Gaumond to discuss comments made by NHL deputy commissioner Bill Daly regarding upcoming expansion, how soon could a new team enter the NHL, what a protection list could resemble for the Montreal Canadiens, the players likely left unprotected, strategies to minimize damage to the roster and much more! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Poor Kirill Kaprizov. Well, not really. He is the exact opposite of poor. However, the Minnesota Wild forward never truly got to enjoy his reign as the top paid player in the NHL. Despite garnering headline after headline last summer with his then record-setting extension that topped out at $17 million per season, he never actually skated a single game as the highest-paid player in the league. Since then he’s seen Leo Carlsson and now Macklin Celebrini surpass him in the salary game. Before the puck drops on the 2026-27 season, will Kaprizov fall even further down the list?
<p>There is a pattern to the off-season. As the Stanley Cup winners revel in drunken celebration the general managers start reworking their rosters at the draft. They do it by selecting the next franchise cornerstone (Gavin McKenna) or slinging some trades around (Mason MacTavish, Sebastian Cossa, Pavel Dorofeyev). Then comes the unbridled gluttony that is unrestricted free agency. Once the fervor over the top available players, there are a few minor signings, but the focus then shifts to the restricted free agents.</p>
<p>This summer had the added drama of a couple of offer sheets (both matched) and some months-long negotiations that resulted in a stop-gap measure (Jason Robertson). There were arbitration hearings scheduled and then cancelled as agreements were made in all fifteen cases that were filed. Sprinkled among those were extensions for some of the top-tier players who had finished up their entry-level deals. Connor Bedard agreed to what now seems to be a reasonable $15 million a season contract and most recently Celebrini ascended to new contract heights with his record-setting, five-season, $18.5 million average annual value deal with the Sharks that kicks in for the 2027-28 season.</p>
<p>For the most part the big name RFAs are now under contract. With all due respect to Cutter Gauthier, Adam Fantilli, and Alexander Nikishin, their new contracts aren’t going to break any records. They will just have to settle for being multi-millionaires at relatively young ages. </p>
<p>So what comes next? Well, much like thunder follows lightning, the focus shifts to the extension-eligible players. Those players entering the final season of their current contracts who, since July 1, have been able to sign new deals. Tampa Bay Lightning fans are familiar with the situation as they wait patiently for any type of news about Nikita Kucherov. They aren’t the only fan bases who use every day that goes by without an announcement as “proof” that things will end badly. Further west, in Colorado and Minnesota, there are fans not-so-patiently waiting for reports to emerge about Cale Makar and Quinn Hughes respectively. </p>
<p>Much like Kucherov, the two defensemen are set to cash in on lucrative deals. It isn’t out of the realm of possibility that at least one of them will set a record. Makar probably stands the best chance to set, at the very least, a new high for defensemen. Right now, Erik Karlsson holds the title at $11.5 million per season, but he will be dethroned by Bowen Byram, whose $12.5 million AAV extension (the same money Connor McDavid makes) begins in 2027-28.</p>
<p>Makar will undoubtably top both players as he has the benefit of still being relatively young (27) and really, really good. The Avalanche will do everything they can to keep him in the Mile High City, and that might mean signing him to a deal that lurks near the Celebrini/Kaprizov/Carlsson level. Despite the level of play around him, losing Makar would pretty much erase Colorado’s chances of winning another Stanley Cup any time soon.</p>
<p>For the Wild, things aren’t quite so engrained. Hughes has been there less than a season, and while he’s warmed to the idea of staying in the frozen tundra that is Minnesota, there are other factors, such as playing with his brothers Jack and Luke, that might prevent him from signing a long-term deal, or any type of contract that keeps him in the green and white. Still, Bill Guerin has found ways to get things done, and his owner is <a href="https://www.nhl.com/news/owner-says-minnesota-wild-will-sign-quinn-hughes-to-new-contract">already on record</a> stating that they will re-sign him, the only question lingering is the length of the deal. </p>
<p>The same goes for Kucherov as <a href="https://www.rawcharge.com/delving-into-a-nikita-kucherov-extension-tampa-bay-lightning-free-agency-new-contract/">has been discussed</a>. Much like Hughes, albeit for different reasons, the length of the deal is just as important as the AAV. For Kucherov, it likely centers on how long he wants to keep playing, and if he’s willing to sign a deal that will take him to the end of his career with the Lightning. </p>
<p>It seems negotiations are ongoing for all three players (and one would assume others such as Pavel Zacha, Alex Debrincat, and Drake Batherson) and once one signs a new deal, it wouldn’t be surprising to see a few more follow suit. Could it be closer to the beginning of the season like it was last fall when Kaprizov, McDavid, and Jack Eichel all signed deals within basically a week of each other at the end of September/early October (and denying fans an absolutely rip-roaring fun UFA summer in 2026)? </p>
<p>It seems worth noting that Kucherov’s first “big” contact was signed on October 11, 2016. The 23-year-old RFA didn’t agree to a three-year, $4.76 AAV contract until two days before the season began. So, he’s no stranger to biding time. And, for all the guff that Julien BriseBois gets for some of the contracts he hands out (and at times deservedly so) he is pretty good at <a href="https://www.nytimes.com/athletic/7471312/2026/07/29/nhl-contract-efficiency-rankings-2026/">maximizing value</a> out of his roster. </p>
<p>There is no real urgency for any of the players to get a deal done today, tomorrow, or three Thursdays from now. It’s not going to change how they prepare for the season or how their general managers build their roster. The players have contracts and will report to training camp in just over six weeks time. Perhaps being in closer proximity to each other will help spark some conversations that bring some of these deals to the finish line.</p>
<p>Would it have been less stressful for all of the fan bases if their players had announced new deals at the beginning of July? Of course, but just because the calendar is flipping to August doesn’t mean it’s time to abandon hope and hammer down the panic button. The rhythm of the NHL offseason hasn’t been disrupted just yet. So sit back and relax. </p></p>
On this episode of The Sick Podcast, Matt Ohayon joins Shayne Gaumond to discuss how the Montreal Canadiens currently stack up against their Atlantic division rivals! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Stanley Cup champ Nic Deslauriers joins me in the episode, we talk the amazing culture in Carolina, winning the cup, playing for torts, fighting all the heavy weights and more. Enjoy.
What if the Montreal Canadiens had drafted Anze Kopitar instead of Carey Price? Laura Saba and Ian Boisvert break down how this alternate history could have reshaped the teams identity, from Jaroslav Halaks role to Saku Koivus future and the evolution of Montreals centre depth. The hosts debate whether a different approach in the front office and supporting cast might have delivered a championship or left the Canadiens searching for answers in net. Other hot topics include frustrations with the NHLs expensive TV deals and their impact on Canadian fans, plus listener mailbag questions ranging from ideal all-time Canadiens lineups to realistic trade scenarios for Kirill Marchenko and Elias Pettersson. The episode also tackles ongoing negotiations with Arber Xhekaj, future roster moves under Kent Hughes, and which young Hab deserves fans loyalty in the post-Gallagher era. Can Montreals management make the right moves to return to contention? 00:00 Montreal Canadiens' hypothetical scenarios 03:44 Montreal Canadiens roster and strategy 06:52 Team leadership changes and TV deals 11:34 Complaints about TV broadcasting changes 14:26 Daily Dingers MLB predictions 20:07 Praising Nathan MacKinnon's intensity 21:41 Player's performance against Montreal 27:06 Canadiens trade possibilities 30:54 Pettersson's personal and professional struggles 33:10 Draft decisions and Canadiens' strategy 35:54 Discussing Columbus Blue Jackets Strategy 38:45 Discussing Montreal Canadiens Players 41:36 Countdown to puck drop Photo credit: James Guillory - Imagn Images Follow & Subscribe on all Podcast platforms https://link.chtbl.com/LOCanadiens?sid=YouTube Locked On NHL League-Wide: Every Team, Fantasy, Prospects & More https://linktr.ee/LockedOnNHL Find Locked On Canadiens anywhere:https://lintr.ee/LockedOnCanadiens Also make sure to follow Locked on Canadiens and their hosts on Bluesky! Locked on Canadiens: https://bsky.app/profile/lockedoncanadiens.bsky.social Find Ian on Bluesky: https://bsky.app/profile/maybeitsian.bsky.social Find Laura on Bluesky: https://bsky.app/profile/theactivestick.bsky.social #NHLHockey #MontrealCanadiens #Habs #nhl #nationalhockeyleague #canadiensmtl #canadiens Everydayer Club If you never miss an episode, its time to make it official. Join the Locked On Everydayer Club and get ad-free audio, access to our members-only Discord, and more all built for our most loyal fans. Click here to learn more and join your teams community: https://lockedonpodcasts.com/everydayerclub Support Us By Supporting Our Sponsors! FanDuel Today's episode is brought to you by FanDuel. Join all the action at https://FANDUEL.COM to play Daily Dingers and make your free pick on whos hitting a homer this MLB season. FANDUEL DISCLAIMER: 21+ in select states. First online real money wager only. Bonus issued as nonwithdrawable free bets that expires in 14 days. Restrictions apply. See terms at sportsbook.fanduel.com. Gambling Problem? Call 1-800-GAMBLER or visit FanDuel.com/RG (CO, IA, MD, MI, NJ, PA, IL, VA, WV), 1-800-NEXT-STEP or text NEXTSTEP to 53342 (AZ), 1-888-789-7777 or visit ccpg.org/chat (CT), 1-800-9-WITH-IT (IN), 1-800-522-4700 (WY, KS) or visit ksgamblinghelp.com (KS), 1-877-770-STOP (LA), 1-877-8-HOPENY or text HOPENY (467369) (NY), TN REDLINE 1-800-889-9789 (TN) Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.
Brandon Hagel powers the Tampa Bay Lightning with elite two-way playhas the NHL finally underestimated him for the last time? Nick Morgan breaks down Hagels impact as the Lightnings emotional heartbeat, from his playoff heroics and leadership to his bargain long-term contract. Hagels versatility on special teams and clutch performances spark the debate: Is he the leagues most underrated player? Morgan also tackles the league-wide shift in contract strategy with Macklin Celebrinis record-breaking deal and what it means for the future of young stars like Leo Carlsson and Connor Bedard. Plus, the episode revisits Lightning history, comparing the improbable 2004 Stanley Cup run to the back-to-back championships in 2020 and 2021was the original triumph actually more impressive? Dont miss this sharp analysis of player value, NHL contract trends, and what sets Tampa Bay apart. Everydayer ClubIf you never miss an episode, its time to make it official. Join the Locked On Everydayer Club and get ad-free audio, access to our members-only Discord, and more all built for our most loyal fans. Click here to learn more and join your teams community: https://lockedonpodcasts.com/everydayerclub Support Us By Supporting Our Sponsors! FanDuel Today's episode is brought to you by FanDuel. Join all the action at https://FANDUEL.COM to play Daily Dingers and make your free pick on whos hitting a homer this MLB season. FANDUEL DISCLAIMER: 21+ in select states. First online real money wager only. Bonus issued as nonwithdrawable free bets that expires in 14 days. Restrictions apply. See terms at sportsbook.fanduel.com. Gambling Problem? Call 1-800-GAMBLER or visit FanDuel.com/RG (CO, IA, MD, MI, NJ, PA, IL, VA, WV), 1-800-NEXT-STEP or text NEXTSTEP to 53342 (AZ), 1-888-789-7777 or visit ccpg.org/chat (CT), 1-800-9-WITH-IT (IN), 1-800-522-4700 (WY, KS) or visit ksgamblinghelp.com (KS), 1-877-770-STOP (LA), 1-877-8-HOPENY or text HOPENY (467369) (NY), TN REDLINE 1-800-889-9789 (TN) Watch Locked On Lightning on YouTube https://www.youtube.com/@LockedOnLightningLocked On NHL League-Wide: Every Team, Fantasy, Prospects & More https://linktr.ee/LockedOnNHLFollow Us on Social Media!Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/lockedonlightning/TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@lockedonlightningThreads: https://www.threads.com/@lockedonlightningX: https://x.com/LO_LightningEverydayer ClubIf you never miss an episode, its time to make it official. Join the Locked On Everydayer Club and get ad-free audio, access to our members-only Discord, and more all built for our most loyal fans. Click here to learn more and join your teams community: https://lockedonpodcasts.com/everydayerclubSupport Us By Supporting Our Sponsors!IndeedNow, you can speed up your hiring process with a $75 Sponsored Job Credit. Just go to https://indeed.com/podcast right now and support our show by saying you heard about Indeed on this podcast. Terms and conditions apply.KALSHIFor a limited time, download the Kalshi app and use code LOCKEDON to get ten dollars when you trade ten. Kalshi. Trade on anything.GametimeDownload the Gametime app, create an account, and use code LOCKEDON for $20 off your first purchase. Terms apply. Download Gametime today. What time is it? Gametime.FanDuelToday's episode is brought to you by FanDuel. Right now new customers can bet just five dollars and get one-hundred and fifty dollars in bonus bets if your first bet wins. Visit https://FANDUEL.COM to get started Play Your Game.5-Hour ENERGYGet candy-flavored chaos with Fruity Rainbow 5-hour ENERGY Shots - available online at https://5hourENERGY.com or AmazonRugietGet 15% off your treatment https://rugiet.com/lockedonnhl Rugiet. Performance medicine for men.FANDUEL DISCLAIMER: 21+ in select states. First online real money wager only. Bonus issued as nonwithdrawable free bets that expires in 14 days. Restrictions apply. See terms at sportsbook.fanduel.com. Gambling Problem? Call 1-800-GAMBLER or visit FanDuel.com/RG (CO, IA, MD, MI, NJ, PA, IL, VA, WV), 1-800-NEXT-STEP or text NEXTSTEP to 53342 (AZ), 1-888-789-7777 or visit ccpg.org/chat (CT), 1-800-9-WITH-IT (IN), 1-800-522-4700 (WY, KS) or visit ksgamblinghelp.com (KS), 1-877-770-STOP (LA), 1-877-8-HOPENY or text HOPENY (467369) (NY), TN REDLINE 1-800-889-9789 (TN) Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.
As is the case every season, the moment the Carolina Hurricanes captured the Stanley Cup, the hockey world began looking ahead to the 2026-27 season. Everyone wants to get the…
On this episode of The Sick Podcast, Pierre McGuire joins Shayne Gaumond to discuss Macklin Celebrinis record-breaking contract extension, the Montreal Canadiens strong cap structure, why Kirill Marchenko may not be the ideal fit for the Habs, what each current Canadien need to improve ahead of next season and much more! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
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Your child may know what happened during a shiftbut do they understand why it happened?Goals, assists, wins, and losses are easy to see. But the small decisions that build hockey IQ, earn a coachs trust, and help a player advance rarely appear on the score sheet.In this episode of Our Kids Play Hockey, Lee Elias, Mike Bonelli, and Christie Casciano-Burns welcome Kevin Clark of Cascade Hockey, a former professional player whose 16-year career included time in the Vancouver Canucks and Winnipeg Jets organizations, along with multiple opportunities to represent Team Canada.Kevin explains how players can learn to view the game through a professional lensand why parents and coaches must stop judging every decision solely by its result.Sometimes a player makes the correct decision and gets a bad outcome. Other times, a poor decision accidentally leads to a goal. The key to long-term development is learning to recognize the difference. In this conversation, youll hear: Why decision quality matters more than the immediate result How players become trusted beyond goals and assists Why practices should recreate the chaos and pressure of real games How coaches can train high-frequency situations instead of relying on predetermined patterns What parents should watch for during their childs shifts Why progress should be measured over monthsnot game by game How intentional feedback gives players confidence, identity, and purpose Why video can help players recognize growth and understand their habits Why feeling uncomfortable can be a sign that real learning is taking place How parents can cultivate a childs drive without trying to manufacture itKevin also shares why young athletes need different coaching voices, how coaches can create safer learning environments, and why the best development programs begin every session with a clear purpose.This episode is an important reminder that a players value cannot always be measured by production. Reliability, awareness, defensive responsibility, communication, timing, and the ability to create time and space can be just as valuable as scoring.Most importantly, every player deserves to understand how they contributeand to feel like they matter.Listen now, share the episode with a hockey parent or coach, and begin looking beyond the box score. Learn more about Cascade Hockey Have a question or episode idea? Email team@ourkidsplayhockey.com or use the link accompanying this episode. Want a written version you can reference anytime? Check out our companion blog: Beyond the Score Sheet: How Young Hockey Players Become Smarter, More Trusted Teammates#OurKidsPlayHockey #YouthHockey #HockeyParents #HockeyCoaching #HockeyDevelopment #HockeyIQ #PlayerDevelopment #KevinClark #CascadeHockey #YouthSports
On this episode of The Steve Dangle Podcast, 00:00 David Alter chats with McKenna 16:15 The Leafs make new hires 32:45 Predicting the 26/27 Leafs lineup 1:03:30 Predicting the Atlantic Division standings 1:14:00 Quinn and Macklin extensions 1:28:00 Vancouver's practice rink 1:30:15 Media Meals! 1:49:15 The Blue Jackets cut their radio broadcast Come see us at The Course and The Clubhouse!: http://sdpn.ca/events Watch all episodes of The Steve Dangle Podcast here: https://www.youtube.com/playlist?list=PLLk7FZfwCEidkgWpSiHVkYT7HrIzLPXlY Watch clips of The Steve Dangle podcast here: https://www.youtube.com/playlist?list=PLLk7FZfwCEieOJuIrqWyZPWSIJtVMCbLz Buy SDP merch https://sdpnshop.ca/ Visit https://sdpn.ca/schedule to see when our next live stream airs! Check out https://sdpn.ca/events to see The Steve Dangle Podcast live! Watch hockey with us! Live on YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/playlist?list=PLLk7FZfwCEifCTX0vkKEaGg9otrW4Zl2k Subscribe to the sdpn YouTube Channel: https://www.youtube.com/@sdpn?sub_confirmation=1Join Subscribe to SDP VIP!: YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UC0a0z05HiddEn7k6OGnDprg/join Apple Podcasts: https://apple.co/thestevedanglepodcast Spotify: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/sdpvip/subscribe - Follow us on Twitter: @Steve_Dangle, @AdamWylde, & @JesseBlake Follow us on Instagram: @SteveDangle, @AdamWylde, & @Jesse.Blake Join us on Discord: https://discord.com/invite/MtTmw9rrz7 For general inquiries email: info@sdpn.ca Reach out to https://www.sdpn.ca/sales to connect with our sales team and discuss the opportunity to integrate your brand within our content! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Antigonish, Nova Scotia native Sara Stewart joins me this week on Rinkside Rundown to talk about her early love of hockey, the impact of community and family on her career, her growth and development at Colgate University, and what it means to be representing the East Coast for her and the next generation of female hockey players.This conversation took place prior to the 2026 PWHL Draft, where Sara also shares what it would mean to hear her name called at the draft and to embark on a career in the best league in the world.Since we spoke, Sara has signed her first professional contract, joining MoDo Hockey of the SDHL.If youre enjoying the conversations, make sure to click that subscribe button so you never miss a brand new episode, releasing every Thursday at 3:00pm EST.
Sur cet pisode de Le Sick Podcast, ric Hoziel et Alexis Lavoie-Martel reviennent sur l'actualit dans le monde du sport! Eugne Lapierre se joint galement la discussion pour mettre la table en vue de l'Omnium Banque Nationale. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
The trade market varies from offseason to offseason, but there was no shortage of notable trades in the NHL this summer. There may still be a couple of deals before…
It’s hard to pinpoint head coach Jon Cooper‘s exact impact on the Tampa Bay Lightning. In a sense, it’s a pairing that was meant to be. Cooper and the Lightning…
Sur cet pisode de Le Sick Podcast, ric Hoziel et Alexis Lavoie-Martel reviennent sur l'actualit dans le monde du sport! Eugne Lapierre se joint galement la discussion pour mettre la table en vue de l'Omnium Banque Nationale. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
On this episode of The Sick Podcast, Stu Cowan joins Shayne Gaumond to discuss the rampant rumours linking the Montreal Canadiens to Columbus Blue Jackets winger Kirill Marchenko, the acquisition of Sasha Pastujov from the Anaheim Ducks in exchange for Sean Farrell, the current 3 goalie dilemma, which defenseman is best suited to play alongside Lane Hutson in this upcoming season, Mike Mathesons role and deployment moving forward, which of Jayden Struble or Arber Xhekaj will the Habs choose to keep and much more! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
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This week, Crazy Hockey Dads heads to Longwood Hockey for the Mo's Smile fundraiser benefiting Memorial Sloan Kettering and Shoot for a Cure.Scott and Jamie sit down with Maurice Campbell, Rob Laferriere, Evan Rodrigues, and Dan Muse for honest conversations about hockey, parenting, adversity, and why this sport is bigger than wins and losses. From raising kids who love the game to trusting the process, giving back, and supporting families through unimaginable loss, every guest shares what the hockey community looks like at its very best.In this episode:Maurice Campbell on Mo's legacy and why the mission continuesRob Laferriere on keeping youth hockey funEvan Rodrigues on confidence, commitment, and falling in love with the processDan Muse on leadership, adversity, and why hockey is a community firstThis isn't just another hockey episode, it's a reminder of why so many families fall in love with this game in the first place.Mo's Smile: https://mosmilefoundation.org/CHD/MSK Donation Page: http://mskcc.convio.net/goto/chdmsc2026Longwood Academy: https://www.floridasurfhockey.com/longwood-academyEvan Rodrigues IG: https://www.instagram.com/evanr17/?hl=enDan Muse IG: https://www.instagram.com/danmuse12/?hl=en Partners:https://www.pacificrink.com/https://www.instagram.com/bigjohndangles/https://hockeytraining.com/https://www.titanbattlegear.com/crazyhockeydadshttps://howieshockeytape.com/https://www.athleticperformanceinsight.com/Socials:TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@crazyhockeydadspodcastX: https://x.com/CrazyhockeydadsInstagram: https://www.instagram.com/crazyhockeydadspodcast/Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/people/Crazy-Hockey-Dads-Podcast/61578631923150/
Brady and Matthew Tkachuk are joined by Team USA Olympic gold medalist and Boston Bruins defenseman Charlie McAvoy to break down their incredible run to gold, the epic locker room celebrations, and Charlie's painful mid-season recovery from a broken jaw. The guys also dive deep into the newly released NHL schedule, discussing the early West Coast road trip, the increase in Monday afternoon games, and Patrick Kanes highly anticipated return to Chicago. Finally, Brady breaks down RFA arbitration before the brothers hand out their official Bridesmaid and Wingman of the Week awardsMerch is on https://wingmenshop.com Chapters: 0:00 Intro 1:56 Charlie's Broken Jaw Injury & Recovery Process 5:49 USA Hockey & Preparing for the Olympic Games 11:22 Putting on the Team USA Jersey 14:47 Olympic Rapid Fire: Teammates Who Impressed 19:03 Reliving the Gold Medal Locker Room Celebration 22:00 The Post-Victory Tour 25:27 Breaking Down Charlies Epic Goal-Line Save 27:32 Charlie Names His Ultimate Career Wingman 33:00 NHL Schedule Release & Preseason Grind 42:19 Most Anticipated Matchups of the Upcoming Year 49:40 Bag Breakdown: Patrick Kane Returns to Chicago 53:40 Explaining NHL Restricted Free Agency & Arbitration 57:29 Bridesmaid of the Week 01:01:09 Wingman of the Week 01:05:54 Outro What to do now: 1. Smash that LIKE button 2. Hit SUBSCRIBE so you never miss a Wingmen moment 3. Drop a comment with who YOU want to see on Wingmen next! Subscribe for more: @Wingmenpod Welcome to Wingmen, hosted by NHL brothers Matthew & Brady Tkachuk. Your all-access pass into the world of hockey, brotherhood, and behind-the-scenes stories you wont hear anywhere else. New Episodes every Wednesday. 2 Brothers, 1 mic, Zero Filter Follow along on all platforms: Listen to the pod on your morning commute or wherever it finds you: APPLE: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast... SPOTIFY: https://open.spotify.com/show/0phWiah... Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
The Vancouver Canucks are in full rebuild mode, from the front office down to drafting Caleb Malhotra third overall. With the Quinn Hughes era now over, Thomas Drance joins Sean Gentille to discuss the Sedin twins, Ryan Johnston and Manny Malhotra instilling some order to the chaotic Canucks, the trade value of Elias Pettersson, Brock Boeser and Filip Hronek, if goalie Thatcher Demko can rebound from the injuries that have stalled his career and what a successful season in Vancouver would look like for Marco Rossi, Zeev Buium, the Canucks, and their rabid fans. Host: Sean GentilleWith: Thomas DranceExecutive Producer: Chris FlanneryProducer: Jeff DometWatch full episodes on YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@theathletichockeyshowJoin our Discord Server: https://discord.gg/VTm9VjkFSubscribe to The Athletic: https://theathletic.com/hockeyshow Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
Jake Guentzel surges for the Tampa Bay Lightning with a career-best 88-point season, igniting fresh hopes for a century mark in 2027. Will Guentzel find another gear alongside Nikita Kucherov, Brayden Point, and Brandon Hagel to lead the Lightning's offense into elite territory? Nick Morgan and Greg Stephen examine Guentzels evolving game, his physical edge, and how a revitalized power play could push his production even higher. Discussion heats up around the NHLs bold new All-Star Game formatan international 3-on-3 showdown featuring Team USA, Team Canada, Team Sweden, Team Finland, and a stacked World roster with stars like Kucherov and Andrei Vasilevskiy. The hosts debate whether this reinvention can revive fan excitement or if the All-Star concept itself is past its prime. Can the NHLs latest shakeup restore meaning to midseason festivities, or is it time for a new tradition? Everydayer ClubIf you never miss an episode, its time to make it official. Join the Locked On Everydayer Club and get ad-free audio, access to our members-only Discord, and more all built for our most loyal fans. Click here to learn more and join your teams community: https://lockedonpodcasts.com/everydayerclub Support Us By Supporting Our Sponsors! FanDuel Today's episode is brought to you by FanDuel. Join all the action at https://FANDUEL.COM to play Daily Dingers and make your free pick on whos hitting a homer this MLB season. FANDUEL DISCLAIMER: 21+ in select states. First online real money wager only. Bonus issued as nonwithdrawable free bets that expires in 14 days. Restrictions apply. See terms at sportsbook.fanduel.com. Gambling Problem? Call 1-800-GAMBLER or visit FanDuel.com/RG (CO, IA, MD, MI, NJ, PA, IL, VA, WV), 1-800-NEXT-STEP or text NEXTSTEP to 53342 (AZ), 1-888-789-7777 or visit ccpg.org/chat (CT), 1-800-9-WITH-IT (IN), 1-800-522-4700 (WY, KS) or visit ksgamblinghelp.com (KS), 1-877-770-STOP (LA), 1-877-8-HOPENY or text HOPENY (467369) (NY), TN REDLINE 1-800-889-9789 (TN) Watch Locked On Lightning on YouTube https://www.youtube.com/@LockedOnLightningLocked On NHL League-Wide: Every Team, Fantasy, Prospects & More https://linktr.ee/LockedOnNHLFollow Us on Social Media!Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/lockedonlightning/TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@lockedonlightningThreads: https://www.threads.com/@lockedonlightningX: https://x.com/LO_LightningEverydayer ClubIf you never miss an episode, its time to make it official. Join the Locked On Everydayer Club and get ad-free audio, access to our members-only Discord, and more all built for our most loyal fans. Click here to learn more and join your teams community: https://lockedonpodcasts.com/everydayerclubSupport Us By Supporting Our Sponsors!IndeedNow, you can speed up your hiring process with a $75 Sponsored Job Credit. Just go to https://indeed.com/podcast right now and support our show by saying you heard about Indeed on this podcast. Terms and conditions apply.KALSHIFor a limited time, download the Kalshi app and use code LOCKEDON to get ten dollars when you trade ten. Kalshi. Trade on anything.GametimeDownload the Gametime app, create an account, and use code LOCKEDON for $20 off your first purchase. Terms apply. Download Gametime today. What time is it? Gametime.FanDuelToday's episode is brought to you by FanDuel. Right now new customers can bet just five dollars and get one-hundred and fifty dollars in bonus bets if your first bet wins. Visit https://FANDUEL.COM to get started Play Your Game.5-Hour ENERGYGet candy-flavored chaos with Fruity Rainbow 5-hour ENERGY Shots - available online at https://5hourENERGY.com or AmazonRugietGet 15% off your treatment https://rugiet.com/lockedonnhl Rugiet. Performance medicine for men.FANDUEL DISCLAIMER: 21+ in select states. First online real money wager only. Bonus issued as nonwithdrawable free bets that expires in 14 days. Restrictions apply. See terms at sportsbook.fanduel.com. Gambling Problem? Call 1-800-GAMBLER or visit FanDuel.com/RG (CO, IA, MD, MI, NJ, PA, IL, VA, WV), 1-800-NEXT-STEP or text NEXTSTEP to 53342 (AZ), 1-888-789-7777 or visit ccpg.org/chat (CT), 1-800-9-WITH-IT (IN), 1-800-522-4700 (WY, KS) or visit ksgamblinghelp.com (KS), 1-877-770-STOP (LA), 1-877-8-HOPENY or text HOPENY (467369) (NY), TN REDLINE 1-800-889-9789 (TN) Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.
Montreal Canadiens fans relive the pivotal 2005 NHL Entry DraftCarey Prices legacy takes center stage. Would the Habs fate have changed if Sidney Crosby had landed in Montreal? Ian Boisvert and Laura Saba debate the impact of bold draft decisions, from Prices controversial selection to other notable top-10 picks like Alex Galchenyuk, Mikhail Sergachev, and Juraj Slafkovsky. Which front office moves helped or hindered the Canadiens future? The episode tackles the organizations approach to player development, including the pitfalls of drafting for need and lessons learned from past missteps. With NHL goaltender trends shifting, can fans expect another top-5 goalie pick like Price? The hosts break down why teams now steer clear of spending first-round capital on netminders, compare the role to NFL running backs, and spotlight how Montreals recent choices may shape the next chapter of Canadiens hockey history. 00:00 Discussing the 2005 NHL Draft 05:50 Pouliot's career in Montreal 09:27 Trusting in Carey Price's potential 10:51 Discussing Canadiens' Drafting Strategy 15:38 Montreal Canadiens player support system 18:03 Disappointing Canadiens acquisition 20:55 Juraj Slavkovsk's impact and leadership 25:56 Evaluating top goalie draft picks 29:50 Top draft picks for goalies 32:53 Drafting goalies has low ROI Photo credit: Eric Bolte - Imagn Images Support Us By Supporting Our Sponsors! FanDuel Today's episode is brought to you by FanDuel. Join all the action at https://FANDUEL.COM to play Daily Dingers and make your free pick on whos hitting a homer this MLB season. FANDUEL DISCLAIMER: 21+ in select states. First online real money wager only. Bonus issued as nonwithdrawable free bets that expires in 14 days. Restrictions apply. See terms at sportsbook.fanduel.com. Gambling Problem? Call 1-800-GAMBLER or visit FanDuel.com/RG (CO, IA, MD, MI, NJ, PA, IL, VA, WV), 1-800-NEXT-STEP or text NEXTSTEP to 53342 (AZ), 1-888-789-7777 or visit ccpg.org/chat (CT), 1-800-9-WITH-IT (IN), 1-800-522-4700 (WY, KS) or visit ksgamblinghelp.com (KS), 1-877-770-STOP (LA), 1-877-8-HOPENY or text HOPENY (467369) (NY), TN REDLINE 1-800-889-9789 (TN) Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.
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The Detroit Red Wings went into the 2026 Draft without a first round pick. They had packaged their own pick with some other assets to add Justin Faulk at the…
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On this episode of The Sick Podcast, Stu Cowan joins Shayne Gaumond to discuss the rampant rumours linking the Montreal Canadiens to Columbus Blue Jackets winger Kirill Marchenko, the acquisition of Sasha Pastujov from the Anaheim Ducks in exchange for Sean Farrell, the current 3 goalie dilemma, which defenseman is best suited to play alongside Lane Hutson in this upcoming season, Mike Mathesons role and deployment moving forward, which of Jayden Struble or Arber Xhekaj will the Habs choose to keep and much more! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
On this episode of The Sick Podcast, Eric Engels joins Shayne Gaumond to discuss the latest rumours linking Columbus Blue Jackets forward Kirill Marchenko to the Montreal Canadiens, the steep acquisition cost for the 26-year old winger, what a contract extension would resemble, how the Habs top 6 could look at the start of this upcoming season if the team remains the same, Sean Farrell traded to the Anaheim Ducks in exchange for Sasha Pastujov and much more! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
On this episode of The Steve Dangle Podcast, 00:00 We have a live show to announce: https://www.tickettailor.com/events/thecourseandtheclubhouse/2327600 05:00 Pack opening 10:00 The current Yzerman situation 35:00 McDavid, Hyman, and Leon speak on Babcock 56:00 Rogers and Amazon Announce Sublicensing Agreement for NHL Rights 1:30:00 3ICE! 1:33:00 Will Torts get a new job? 1:43:00 McDavid's swing Come see The SDP live at The Course and The Clubhouse: https://www.tickettailor.com/events/thecourseandtheclubhouse/2327600 Watch all episodes of The Steve Dangle Podcast here: https://www.youtube.com/playlist?list=PLLk7FZfwCEidkgWpSiHVkYT7HrIzLPXlY Watch clips of The Steve Dangle podcast here: https://www.youtube.com/playlist?list=PLLk7FZfwCEieOJuIrqWyZPWSIJtVMCbLz Buy SDP merch https://sdpnshop.ca/ Visit https://sdpn.ca/schedule to see when our next live stream airs! Check out https://sdpn.ca/events to see The Steve Dangle Podcast live! Watch hockey with us! Live on YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/playlist?list=PLLk7FZfwCEifCTX0vkKEaGg9otrW4Zl2k Subscribe to the sdpn YouTube Channel: https://www.youtube.com/@sdpn?sub_confirmation=1Join Subscribe to SDP VIP!: YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UC0a0z05HiddEn7k6OGnDprg/join Apple Podcasts: https://apple.co/thestevedanglepodcast Spotify: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/sdpvip/subscribe - Follow us on Twitter: @Steve_Dangle, @AdamWylde, & @JesseBlake Follow us on Instagram: @SteveDangle, @AdamWylde, & @Jesse.Blake Join us on Discord: https://discord.com/invite/MtTmw9rrz7 For general inquiries email: info@sdpn.ca Reach out to https://www.sdpn.ca/sales to connect with our sales team and discuss the opportunity to integrate your brand within our content! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
On this episode of The Steve Dangle Podcast, 00:00 We have a live show to announce: https://www.tickettailor.com/events/thecourseandtheclubhouse/2327600 05:00 Pack opening 10:00 The current Yzerman situation 35:00 McDavid, Hyman, and Leon speak on Babcock 56:00 Rogers and Amazon Announce Sublicensing Agreement for NHL Rights 1:30:00 3ICE! 1:33:00 Will Torts get a new job? 1:43:00 McDavid's swing Come see The SDP live at The Course and The Clubhouse: https://www.tickettailor.com/events/thecourseandtheclubhouse/2327600 Watch all episodes of The Steve Dangle Podcast here: https://www.youtube.com/playlist?list=PLLk7FZfwCEidkgWpSiHVkYT7HrIzLPXlY Watch clips of The Steve Dangle podcast here: https://www.youtube.com/playlist?list=PLLk7FZfwCEieOJuIrqWyZPWSIJtVMCbLz Buy SDP merch https://sdpnshop.ca/ Visit https://sdpn.ca/schedule to see when our next live stream airs! Check out https://sdpn.ca/events to see The Steve Dangle Podcast live! Watch hockey with us! Live on YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/playlist?list=PLLk7FZfwCEifCTX0vkKEaGg9otrW4Zl2k Subscribe to the sdpn YouTube Channel: https://www.youtube.com/@sdpn?sub_confirmation=1Join Subscribe to SDP VIP!: YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UC0a0z05HiddEn7k6OGnDprg/join Apple Podcasts: https://apple.co/thestevedanglepodcast Spotify: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/sdpvip/subscribe - Follow us on Twitter: @Steve_Dangle, @AdamWylde, & @JesseBlake Follow us on Instagram: @SteveDangle, @AdamWylde, & @Jesse.Blake Join us on Discord: https://discord.com/invite/MtTmw9rrz7 For general inquiries email: info@sdpn.ca Reach out to https://www.sdpn.ca/sales to connect with our sales team and discuss the opportunity to integrate your brand within our content! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
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I got the pleasure of talking to assistant coach of the MTU Huskies Benton Maass as well as Left Winger Teydon Trembecky. We dig into the lifting of the CHL ban and how players and programs are adapting. Enjoy.
What does it look like when women athletes are not simply recognizedbut truly celebrated?This episode is powered by NHL Sense Arena.Olympic gold medalist and Walter Cup champion Hayley Scamurra joins Lee Elias and Mike Bonelli for a behind-the-scenes recap of She Weekend in Las Vegas, an unforgettable celebration organized by Flavor Flav with support from Paris Hilton, MGM, major sponsors, entertainers, and fans of womens sports.With no script and no formal rundown, Hayley takes listeners through the experience day by dayfrom an all-female flight crew and a parade through Las Vegas to athlete gifting suites, concerts at the Sphere, red carpets, celebrity meet-and-greets, and a powerful sense of community among Olympians and Paralympians.But beneath all the excitement is a much bigger conversation.Hayley explains why these moments of recognition mean so much to women who have spent years competing, building their sports, and inspiring the next generationoften with fewer resources and far less visibility than their male counterparts. In this episode: Hayleys full She Weekend experience in Las Vegas Why celebrations like this are long overdue for women athletes How Flavor Flav turned public support into meaningful action The thoughtful details that made the weekend special Meeting the Backstreet Boys and attending their Sphere concert Inside the athlete gifting lounge Hayleys surreal first look at the arena where she will play in Las Vegas Why women athletes should be allowed to celebrate without judgment The double standard surrounding female athletes as role models A passionate discussion about hockeys recognition at the ESPYs What increased visibility could mean for the next generationHayley also reflects on staying grounded through success, learning to enjoy major victories, and understanding that athletes can be disciplined professionals while still embracing the moments they have earned.This conversation is fun, honest, thoughtful, and an important reminder that progress is not only about giving women opportunities to compete. It is also about celebrating their achievements with the same enthusiasm, investment, and attention given to other elite athletes.Listen, share the episode with a hockey family, and join us in continuing to elevate the womens game. Want a written version you can reference anytime? Check out our companion blog: More Than a Celebration: What She Weekend Meant for Hayley Scamurra and Womens SportsSubscribe to Our Girls Play Hockey wherever you listen, and visit OurKidsPlayHockey.com for more conversations designed to support players, parents, coaches, and hockey families.#OurGirlsPlayHockey #HayleyScamurra #WomensHockey #GirlsHockey #SheWeekend #FlavorFlav #PWHL #OlympicHockey #WomenInSports #HockeyFamily #FemaleAthletes #GrowTheGameClick To Text The Our Kids Play Hockey Team!Keep your player sharp this summer with NHL Sense Arena. Save $25 on an annual plan with code OKPH at hockey.SenseArena.com/okphHave A Topic You Want Us To Cover? Let us know!Please Be Sure To Subscribe & Leave A Review For Us On Apple Podcasts, doing so helps our show grow!Follow Us On Social Media:Facebook GroupXInstagramLinkedInYouTube
On Episode 662 of Spittin Chiclets, the guys are joined by Seattle kraken Matty Beniers in a sit down summer interview to talk about the off-season, what hes doing differently this year with his play style, and much more. But first, the Barstools Yak stops by Live because Whit had an all time moment on Family Feud. Lots of notable signings around the league and with the summer under way, the hockey world has not stopped moving. All this and more on this weeks episode. You wont want to miss it. 00:00:00 - START 00:00:31 - Chiclets Updates 00:10:25 - The Yak 00:31:03 - Kane to Chicago 00:40:47 - Robertson Deal 00:48:55 - Marino Signs 00:50:38 - Around the League 01:01:18 - Matty Beniers Interview 02:04:03- RAs World 02:29:08 - ETC. Support the Show: PINK WHITNEY: Go get a bottle of Pink Whitney. Pinkies UP! BODYARMROR: Work hard and hydrate hard with BODYARMOR Flash I.V. Grab it at 7-Eleven RHOBACK: Go tohttps://Rhoback.comand use code SPITTIN for 20% off your first purchase through the end of the week. BODYARMOR: LUCY: LUCY is the only pouch that delivers long-lasting, on-demand flavor. Find a store near you at LUCY.CO/STORES or get it shipped with 20% off your first order at LUCY.CO/CHICLETS using code CHICLETS. PERFORMANCE GOLF 1: Right now, Fore Play listeners can get 7 days of PG1 completely free. Go toperformancegolf.com, download the app, and fix your swing before your next round. Never guess again!You can find every episode of this show on Apple Podcasts, Spotify or Netflix. Prime Members can listen ad-free on Amazon Music. For more, visit barstool.link/schiclets
On this episode of The Sick Podcast, Eric Engels joins Shayne Gaumond to discuss the latest rumours linking Columbus Blue Jackets forward Kirill Marchenko to the Montreal Canadiens, the steep acquisition cost for the 26-year old winger, what a contract extension would resemble, how the Habs top 6 could look at the start of this upcoming season if the team remains the same, Sean Farrell traded to the Anaheim Ducks in exchange for Sasha Pastujov and much more! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
It’s March 5, 2025. The Tampa Bay Lightning are ready to make an all-in push for another Stanley Cup and pull the trigger on a three-way deal with the Seattle…
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The 2026 NHL Free Agent Season hasn’t even ended yet. Heck, we’re not even a full month into it yet, but that’s not going to stop us from looking ahead to the 2027 NHL Free Agent Season. A lot of focus has been on Nikita Kucherov, which is understandable considering he can lay a legitimate claim to being the best player in the league. Unfortunately, he isn’t the only Tampa Bay Lightning player that can test unrestricted free agency next season. Jonas Johansson, Zemgus Girgensons, Charle-Edouard D’Astous and Pontus Holmberg are all in the final seasons of their current deal and eligible for an extension.
<p>Of those names, Johansson and Girgensons are the most likely not to see a new deal from Julien BriseBois before next summer. In fact, the likelihood of Johansson making it to October 1 in a Lightning uniform are pretty slim. For D’Astous and Holmberg, though, it’s a different story. Both are young enough that it wouldn’t be surprising to see Mr. BriseBois try and lock them to multi-year deals prior to July 1 as they have each earned spots on the roster with their play last season.</p>
<p>We’ll get to D’Astous (who has already signed one extension in his brief Lightning career) in a future post, but today’s focus is on Pontus Holmberg, the 27-year-old forward that signed a two-year, $1.55 million AAV contract with the Lightning last summer after the Toronto Maple Leafs failed to tender him a contract as a restricted free agent. In 70 games last season, Holmberg put up a career-best 11 goals and 31 points. A broken collarbone ended his season prematurely and prevented him from helping the Lightning in the post-season.</p>
<p>He had a pretty even season in terms of point production, recording three or more points in every month except November and April, two months where he missed games due to injuries. December was his big goal-scoring month as he potted five of his eleven goals over a nine-game stretch as the entire team caught fire prior to Christmas. As nice as the offense was, it was his ability to move from his natural center position and join Yanni Gourde and Zemgus Girgensons on the third line that helped the Lightning take off.</p>
<p>While the Lightning were outscored with the trio on the ice at 5v5 (20-18) they actually dominated play the majority of the time they were out there. In the 618 minutes they were together over the course of 63 games, they produced an expected goals edge of 55.65% while posting a 60.85% advantage in high-danger chances. Their expected goals against per 60 of 2.22 was second only to the 1.96 xGA/60 put up by the trio of Kucherov, Jake Guentzel, and Brayden Point for forward units that played at least 100 minutes together last season. </p>
<p>As the season evolved, Girgensons, Gourde, and Holmberg became a bit of a security blanket for Coach Jon Cooper. He would throw them out there to start periods and after goals to either gain momentum back or keep things rolling. Something they often did by simply hounding the puck in the offensive zone. The 129 high-danger chances the Lightning generated while they were on the ice was the most from any offensive trio. Had they been able to convert their shots at a higher rate than the 7% they posted, they would have been on the right side of that goals scored column.</p>
<p>Holmberg played a huge role in the line’s success. His ability to carry and shield the puck from opponents was one of his biggest assets (and also earned him the “<a href="https://x.com/TBLightning/status/1994512686588334396?s=20">Backpack</a>” nickname from Yanni Gourde). His numbers overall were a bit indicative of the line as a whole. The offensive underperformed a bit, but the defense was top shelf. </p>
<p>Those are solid numbers defensively, and Holmberg was honored with a single fourth-place Selke vote. Hey, it’s not nothing! </p>
<p>Going into the 2026-27 season, we know that the hard work, the forechecking, and the zone entries will be there. Could we see a bump in his offensive game? It’s not out of the realm of possibility. Holmberg grew more comfortable in the Lightning’s system as the season went on, and while the goal scoring may have dried up a bit after January (he had three goals over his last 29 games) he was still generating chances. Over that 29-game drought he still posted a 5.81 ixG at 5v5, the fourth best number on the team during that stretch. His 58 individual scoring chances was tied for third over that time. The kid was trying, but just a little snake-bit at the net.</p>
<p>If he keeps generating chances like that next season, and stays healthy, he could be a nice depth scoring option for the Lightning and give that third line a nice boost. Could he get to the 15-20 goal mark? It’s not impossible, right? We’ll find out early in the season how the bottom-six looks. We can assume that early on, Coach Cooper will lean on the combinations that worked defensively last year, but things do change, and maybe Holmberg finds himself paired up with Dominic James or Ilya Mikheyev and they naturally generate a little more offense. </p>
<p>The Lightning are already in a position where they are hoping that Victor Hedman and Brayden Point can bounce back offensively from last season. If that happens, great, but if a player like Holmberg can go from 11 goals to 17 or 18, that’s a nice little boost further down the line-up. Holmberg has shown some offensive skill in small flashes, and with the right breaks, it wouldn’t take much for him to make that a more consistent part of his game. </p>
<p>For a player entering a contract year, that would be a nice little boost to the bank account. Right now, AFP Analytics is projecting his next deal to be a two-year contract with an AAV of $2.568 million. Which would be a nice deal for the Lightning, especially if Holmberg takes the next step in his offensive game. That being said, it wouldn’t be surprising to see him reel in a little bit more. In looking at some similar players to Holmberg that are under contract, we noticed that he shares a lot of similarities as Jason Dickinson.</p>
<p>Both are strong defensive depth forwards that are slightly below league average when it comes to scoring. After splitting time with Chicago and Edmonton last season, Dickinson signed a five-year deal worth $4 million a season to stay with the Oilers. That might be a bit high for Holmberg, who is a few years younger. It is worth noting that in his age 28 season (2023-24) Dickinson jumped from 9 goals the previous year to 22 the next. He hasn’t matched that high since, but it shows that a player in the right role can see a dramatic increase in scoring. </p>
<p>Since he is a bit older, we took a look at how they compared over similar ages. The numbers a fairly similar, with a slight edge to Holmberg. </p>
<p>At 26, Dickinson signed a three-year deal with the Vancouver Canucks that had an AAV of $2.65 million, or 3.25% of the salary cap at that time. Now that seems in line with what Holmberg may sign, especially if he agrees to an extension prior to July 1. With the cap expected to rise to $113,500,000 next season, an AAV of $3.689 million would be 3.25% of the cap. We could see Holmberg signing a three-year deal in that range to stay in Tampa.</p>
<p>That would fit into the Lightning’s plans, even with whatever mega-deal Kucherov ends up signing and give Mr. BriseBois something that he really values – cost certainty – for a few seasons. It would also give the Lightning a really solid bottom-six forward who can play on the wing or at center, who at worst, is a shut-down type of defensive player, and at his ceiling could be a 35 to 40 point player who plays excellent defense. </p>
<p>Re-signing Pontus Holmberg prior to July 1, 2027 isn’t as high up the priority list as signing Nikita Kucherov, but it also wouldn’t be a bad idea either. </p></p>
Tampa Bay Lightning face a pivotal season as Brayden Points performance emerges as the ultimate X factor for their Stanley Cup hopes. After a challenging year marked by injuries and a sharp dip to just 18 goals and 50 pointssecond-lowest in his careerthe pressure is on for Point to bounce back to his elite, number one center form alongside MVP Nikita Kucherov. Can Point reclaim his rhythm and drive the Lightnings playoff success, or will Anthony Cirelli be forced into a larger role? The conversation explores remaining NHL free agents like Patrik Laine, Vladimir Tarasenko, Logan Stanley, and Eeli Tolvanen, debating potential fits for the Lightnings roster and future moves. The hosts also tackle the burning question: Which generational talentConnor Bedard (Blackhawks), Macklin Celebrini (Sharks), Matthew Schaefer (Islanders), or Gavin McKenna (Maple Leafs)will raise the Stanley Cup first? With roster scenarios and hot takes, the Lightnings trajectory is anything but certain. 00:00 Brayden Points X Factor Season 11:08 NHL Free Agents Still Available 19:31 Generational PicksCup Predictions Watch Locked On Lightning on YouTube https://www.youtube.com/@LockedOnLightning Locked On NHL League-Wide: Every Team, Fantasy, Prospects & More https://linktr.ee/LockedOnNHL Follow Us on Social Media! Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/lockedonlightning/ TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@lockedonlightning Threads: https://www.threads.com/@lockedonlightning X: https://x.com/LO_Lightning Everydayer Club If you never miss an episode, its time to make it official. Join the Locked On Everydayer Club and get ad-free audio, access to our members-only Discord, and more all built for our most loyal fans. Click here to learn more and join your teams community: https://lockedonpodcasts.com/everydayerclub Support Us By Supporting Our Sponsors! Indeed Now, you can speed up your hiring process with a $75 Sponsored Job Credit. Just go to https://indeed.com/podcast right now and support our show by saying you heard about Indeed on this podcast. Terms and conditions apply. KALSHI For a limited time, download the Kalshi app and use code LOCKEDON to get ten dollars when you trade ten. Kalshi. Trade on anything. Gametime Download the Gametime app, create an account, and use code LOCKEDON for $20 off your first purchase. Terms apply. Download Gametime today. What time is it? Gametime. FanDuel Today's episode is brought to you by FanDuel. Right now new customers can bet just five dollars and get one-hundred and fifty dollars in bonus bets if your first bet wins. Visit https://FANDUEL.COM to get started Play Your Game. 5-Hour ENERGY Get candy-flavored chaos with Fruity Rainbow 5-hour ENERGY Shots - available online at https://5hourENERGY.com or Amazon Rugiet Get 15% off your treatment https://rugiet.com/lockedonnhl Rugiet. Performance medicine for men. FANDUEL DISCLAIMER: 21+ in select states. First online real money wager only. Bonus issued as nonwithdrawable free bets that expires in 14 days. Restrictions apply. See terms at sportsbook.fanduel.com. Gambling Problem? Call 1-800-GAMBLER or visit FanDuel.com/RG (CO, IA, MD, MI, NJ, PA, IL, VA, WV), 1-800-NEXT-STEP or text NEXTSTEP to 53342 (AZ), 1-888-789-7777 or visit ccpg.org/chat (CT), 1-800-9-WITH-IT (IN), 1-800-522-4700 (WY, KS) or visit ksgamblinghelp.com (KS), 1-877-770-STOP (LA), 1-877-8-HOPENY or text HOPENY (467369) (NY), TN REDLINE 1-800-889-9789 (TN) Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See https://pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.
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The New Jersey Devils traded goalie Jacob Markstrom and defenseman Simon Nemec this offseason as new General Manager Sunny Mehta looks to make his mark on a team that underachieved in the Tom Fitzgerald era. Sean Gentille welcomes Peter Baugh to discuss the Devils outlook for the upcoming season, including captain Nico Hischier committing longterm to the franchise, the failed offer sheet for Barrett Hayton, new additions Evan Rodriguez and Jesper Boqvist, and a change in net for the Devils.Host: Sean GentilleWith: Peter BaughExecutive Producer: Chris FlanneryProducer: Jeff DometWatch full episodes on YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@theathletichockeyshowJoin our Discord Server: https://discord.gg/VTm9VjkFSubscribe to The Athletic: https://theathletic.com/hockeyshow Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
Montreal Canadiens future burns bright as Cole Caufield makes history in a 50-goal campaign, Nick Suzuki becomes the first captain to notch 100 points in a regular season, and Juraj Slafkovsky cements his role as a catalyst on the top line. Can this dynamic trio elevate the Habs from playoff contenders to Stanley Cup threats? Laura Saba and Ian Boisvert break down Slafkovskys evolution into a versatile force, Caufields consistency as an elite sniper, and Suzukis emergence as both leader and playmaker. Insights include the importance of five-on-five production, the impact of effective power play units featuring Lane Hutson and Ivan Demidov, and the teams strategy to distribute scoring depth. With comparisons to NHL greats and lessons from the Canadiens playoff run, this episode sets the stage for what Canadiens fans can expect as the offseason heats up. 00:00 Rumor roundup and player reviews 04:12 Slafkovsky's potential and expectations 09:26 Slafkovsky's potential and impact 13:20 Chasing 50th Goal Milestone 16:01 Cole Caulfield hits 50 goals 20:42 Discussing Cole Caufield's development 24:26 Nick Suzuki's performance discussion 26:59 John Coopers Olympic decision 30:07 Nick Suzuki's Consistent Performance 32:21 Connecting on social media and podcasts Photo credit: David Kirouac - Imagn Images Follow & Subscribe on all Podcast platforms https://link.chtbl.com/LOCanadiens?sid=YouTube Locked On NHL League-Wide: Every Team, Fantasy, Prospects & More https://linktr.ee/LockedOnNHL Find Locked On Canadiens anywhere:https://lintr.ee/LockedOnCanadiens Also make sure to follow Locked on Canadiens and their hosts on Bluesky! Locked on Canadiens: https://bsky.app/profile/lockedoncanadiens.bsky.social Find Ian on Bluesky: https://bsky.app/profile/maybeitsian.bsky.social Find Laura on Bluesky: https://bsky.app/profile/theactivestick.bsky.social #NHLHockey #MontrealCanadiens #Habs #nhl #nationalhockeyleague #canadiensmtl #canadiens Everydayer Club If you never miss an episode, its time to make it official. Join the Locked On Everydayer Club and get ad-free audio, access to our members-only Discord, and more all built for our most loyal fans. Click here to learn more and join your teams community: https://lockedonpodcasts.com/everydayerclub Support Us By Supporting Our Sponsors! FanDuel Today's episode is brought to you by FanDuel. Join all the action at https://FANDUEL.COM to play Daily Dingers and make your free pick on whos hitting a homer this MLB season. FANDUEL DISCLAIMER: 21+ in select states. First online real money wager only. Bonus issued as nonwithdrawable free bets that expires in 14 days. Restrictions apply. See terms at sportsbook.fanduel.com. Gambling Problem? Call 1-800-GAMBLER or visit FanDuel.com/RG (CO, IA, MD, MI, NJ, PA, IL, VA, WV), 1-800-NEXT-STEP or text NEXTSTEP to 53342 (AZ), 1-888-789-7777 or visit ccpg.org/chat (CT), 1-800-9-WITH-IT (IN), 1-800-522-4700 (WY, KS) or visit ksgamblinghelp.com (KS), 1-877-770-STOP (LA), 1-877-8-HOPENY or text HOPENY (467369) (NY), TN REDLINE 1-800-889-9789 (TN) Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.
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On Friday, Team Canada announced their roster for the upcoming 2026 World Junior Summer Showcase. Among the 32 names was Tampa Bay Lightning prospect Ethan Czata. For the 19-year-old forward, it’s the first step to making the cut for the World Junior Championship in late December. He’ll join Morgan Anderberg, who was named to the Swedish roster last month, in Windsor for the tournament. Neither the U.S. or Finland will have a representative from the Bolts this season.
<p>The international gathering gives the coaching staff a first look at players who may potentially end up on the final roster for the U20 championship, but it’s not a guarantee. Czata will be competing for a spot against other top draft picks (as well as a few yet-to-be-drafted players for one of the spots in the line-up. There are also some players, like Gavin McKenna, who might be on the final roster who weren’t invited to the camp. After all, what does he have to show the top brass that they already don’t know? </p>
<p>Czata has worn the maple leaf on his jersey already as he put up 5 points (1 goal, 4 assists) in 7 games at the U18 World Championship back in the 2024-25 season (a tournament in which Canada took home the gold). He also has a matching gold medal from the U17 World Hockey Challenge in 2023-24 where he had 4 assists in 8 games. </p>
<p>With his ability to play defense as well as score, the Brampton native could find a nice role in Canada’s bottom-six as they look to recapture gold at the biggest junior tournament in the hockey world. Last year, with the Niagra IceDogs, Czata had a career-high 25 goals in 63 games. The production led to him being traded this spring to Guelph, as the Storm stack their roster in preparation for hosting the Memorial Cup next spring. </p>
<p>Even if he doesn’t make the final roster, it will be a big season for the second-round pick. He’ll have a key role in Guelph, and should their Memorial Cup dreams be dashed early, he will likely join the Syracuse Crunch at the end of the season. He spent a few weeks with them down the stretch this past Spring, appearing in three games without recording a point. Already signed to his entry-level contract, it wouldn’t be surprising to see him officially turn pro in May, and burn the first year of the contract in a handful of games at the AHL level. </p>
<p>Much like Czata, Anderberg has plenty of international experience at the junior level having also played for in the U18 World Championship in 2024-25, where he picked up a silver medal after scoring one goal in seven games. The 18-year-old also played two games for the U20 team last year (not at the World Juniors, though), which is fairly impressive for a youngster. The quick-skating forward has an excellent chance of making Sweden’s final roster in December, but how large of a role he plays will be determined.</p>
Feeling nervous before your next hockey tryout? Take a breathyou have already done the work.In this episode of The Ride to the Rink, Lee and Christie are joined by Gabe Malinski of TeamGenius, a hockey evaluation expert who helps organizations improve tryouts through better technology and evaluation methods.Gabe reminds young players that tryouts are not the time to become someone different. They are an opportunity to trust their preparation, play the game they love, and show coaches who they are as players and teammates.The conversation also explores what to do when a drill goes wrong. Instead of allowing one mistake to affect the rest of the skate, Gabe recommends creating a simple reset routinewhether that means brushing snow from your stick, clearing your skates, rolling your shoulders, or taking one deep breath before the next repetition. In this episode, young hockey players will learn: How to manage nerves before stepping onto the ice Why sleep, hydration, and proper fuel matter before evaluations How to reset mentally after a mistake What questions to ask coaches before and after tryouts Why evaluators notice encouragement, effort, and teamwork How to respond when equipment problems or adversity strike Why enjoying the game can help your best hockey shine throughGabe also shares an important reminder: evaluators understand that players will make mistakes. One bad drill, one fall, or even one difficult tryout does not define who you areor who you may become later in your hockey journey.Listen before your next evaluation and remember: skate hard, support the players around you, and trust the work you have already put in.No matter where you are on your hockey journey, we believe in you. Make sure you believe in yourself, too. Want a written version you can reference anytime? Check out our companion blog: How Young Hockey Players Can Handle Tryouts With ConfidenceThis episode is powered by NHL Sense Arena.#YouthHockey #HockeyTryouts #HockeyEvaluations #HockeyConfidence #MentalPerformance #HockeyParents #TeamGenius #RideToTheRink #HockeyDevelopment #YouthSports
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Feeling nervous before your next hockey tryout? Take a breathyou have already done the work.In this episode of The Ride to the Rink, Lee and Christie are joined by Gabe Malinski of Team Genius, a hockey evaluation expert who helps organizations improve tryouts through better technology and evaluation methods.Gabe reminds young players that tryouts are not the time to become someone different. They are an opportunity to trust their preparation, play the game they love, and show coaches who they are as players and teammates.The conversation also explores what to do when a drill goes wrong. Instead of allowing one mistake to affect the rest of the skate, Gabe recommends creating a simple reset routinewhether that means brushing snow from your stick, clearing your skates, rolling your shoulders, or taking one deep breath before the next repetition. In this episode, young hockey players will learn: How to manage nerves before stepping onto the ice Why sleep, hydration, and proper fuel matter before evaluations How to reset mentally after a mistake What questions to ask coaches before and after tryouts Why evaluators notice encouragement, effort, and teamwork How to respond when equipment problems or adversity strike Why enjoying the game can help your best hockey shine throughGabe also shares an important reminder: evaluators understand that players will make mistakes. One bad drill, one fall, or even one difficult tryout does not define who you areor who you may become later in your hockey journey.Listen before your next evaluation and remember: skate hard, support the players around you, and trust the work you have already put in.No matter where you are on your hockey journey, we believe in you. Make sure you believe in yourself, too. Want a written version you can reference anytime? Check out our companion blog: How Young Hockey Players Can Handle Tryouts With ConfidenceThis episode is powered by NHL Sense Arena.#YouthHockey #HockeyTryouts #HockeyEvaluations #HockeyConfidence #MentalPerformance #HockeyParents #TeamGenius #RideToTheRink #HockeyDevelopment #YouthSportsClick To Text The Our Kids Play Hockey Team!Keep your player sharp this summer with NHL Sense Arena. Save $25 on an annual plan with code OKPH at hockey.SenseArena.com/okphHave A Topic You Want Us To Cover? Let us know!Please Be Sure To Subscribe & Leave A Review For Us On Apple Podcasts, doing so helps our show grow!Follow Us On Social Media:Facebook GroupXInstagramLinkedInYouTube
