Locked On NHL podcast is the daily podcast that drops the puck and keeps you ahead of the game and the first to know the latest news, analysis, and insider info from all around the National Hockey League. Whether you bleed the colors of the Original Six teams or cheer for the newest franchises, the Locked On NHL podcast provides your daily hockey fix with expert opinions, local analysis, and coverage of all aspects of the NHL. Starting Mondays with Gil Martin chatting about the biggest stori ...
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In this episode of the Locked on NHL podcast, hosts Seth Toupal and JD Young dive into the latest happenings in the NHL. They discuss the significant contract extension of Igor Shesterkin with the New York Rangers, highlighting his impressive stats and the implications of his $92 million deal. The episode also covers the Colorado Avalanche's trade …
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The Leafs Need Scoring Depth; The Avalanche Seek Better Defense; The Blackhawks Deal with a New Coach to Get Connor Bedard Back on Track
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The Toronto Maple Leafs have lost two straight and a lack of secondary scoring is a big reason why. David Morassutti of Locked On Leafs joins us to discuss the reasons for the losing streak, whether John Tavares was snubbed by his omission from Team Canada's 4 Nations Tournament roster and what the Leafs will look to do as we start to think ahead t…
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The Chicago Blackhawks Have Fired Luke Richardson, the New York Rangers are Firing Captain Jacob Trouba and New York Islanders GM Lou Lamoriello Is on the Hot Seat
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The Chicago Blackhawks have fired head coach Luke Richardson and hired AHL coach Anders Sorensen to take over on an interim basis. We discuss why this move was necessary and how it changes things for Connor Bedard and the Blackhawks. The New York Rangers are moving on from captain Jacob Trouba. He will either be traded or waived as the turmoil surr…
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Four Nations Faceoff roster reveal reactions: The return of best on best international hockey
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Join hosts Nick Zararis and Hunter Hodies on this edition of locked on NHL for a deep diving conversation covering the roster reveals for the Four Nations Face off rosters. Nick and Hunter tackle why Finland's style of play might enable them to upset more talented teams, why Sweden's defense is strong enough to make up for a lack of forward depth, …
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Ross Levitan (Locked On Senators) and Mike DiStefano (Locked On Maple Leafs) cover all the biggest stories from the NHL. Follow & Subscribe on all Podcast platforms… 🎧 https://link.chtbl.com/LONHL?sid=YouTube Locked On NHL League-Wide: Every Team, Fantasy, Prospects & More 🎧 https://linktr.ee/LockedOnNHL FanDuel Get buckets with your first bet on F…
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In this episode of Locked on NHL, the spotlight is on the Minnesota Wild's bold move to acquire David Jiricek from the Columbus Blue Jackets. Hosts Seth Toupal and JD Young dissect the trade, highlighting Jiricek's potential fit within the Wild's defensive lineup. They explore the reasons behind Columbus's decision to part ways with the promising d…
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The Montreal Canadiens have struggled with inexperience and inconsistent play but this weekend, they also had to overcome some questionable officiating. Still, help may be on the way with the imminent return of Patrik Laine. Laura Saba of Locked On Canadiens joins us to discuss how this team can improve and what impact Laine will have on the club o…
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NHL Standings at Thanksgiving: Can We Predict the Playoffs Plus our Women's Hockey Spotlight
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The NHL has reached American Thanksgiving and the cliche in hockey circles is that if you're not in a playoff spot now, you're unlikely to make the Stanley Cup playoffs. Yet, the standings are so tight that may not be the case this season. We break down the playoff races including surprise teams both positive and negative. We also have our bi-weekl…
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Join hosts Nick Zararis (Locked on Oilers) and Hunter Hodies (Locked on Penguins) for this introspective conversation about the NHL on American Thanksgiving. Nick and Hunter share why they're thankful for the rising quality of play in the NHL, the abundance of superstar talent, the return of international best on best hockey, how great the 2024 Sta…
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Ross Levitan (Locked On Senators) and Mike DiStefano (Locked On Maple Leafs) cover all the biggest stories from the NHLs Eastern Conference. Support Us By Supporting Our Sponsors! FanDuel Get buckets with your first bet on FanDuel, America’s Number One Sportsbook. Right now, NEW customers get ONE HUNDRED AND FIFTY DOLLARS in BONUS BETS with any win…
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In this episode of Locked on NHL, hosts Seth Toupal and J.D. Young dive into the latest developments in the National Hockey League. They discuss the coaching shake-up with Jim Montgomery taking over the St. Louis Blues, analyzing the team's struggles and potential future under new leadership. The conversation shifts to the Minnesota Wild, where Kir…
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The Boston Bruins Win with Their New Coach, the New York Rangers Seek to Overcome Slow Starts and the San Jose Sharks Honor Joe Thornton
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The Boston Bruins have won their first two games under new head coach Joe Sacco. We discuss what Sacco is trying to bring to the table and how the Bruins are responding to it so far. Ian McLaren of Locked On Boston Bruins joins us to discuss that and what it will take for the Bruins to get back to consistent winning hockey. The New York Rangers see…
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Checking In on the NHL Teams with the Longest Playoff Droughts, Are They Making any Progress This Season?
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Today we discuss five of the NHL franchises who have gone the longest without making the Stanley Cup playoffs and whether they are any closer to that goal. How do the Buffalo Sabres, Detroit Red Wings, Ottawa Senators, Anaheim Ducks and San Jose Sharks look at this point of the season and how close are they to ending their droughts? Also why have t…
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Join hosts Nick Zararis and Hunter Hodies on this edition of Locked on NHL for a deep dive into all 16 NHL teams currently in a playoff spot. Nick and Hunter tackle whether the 16 current playoff teams are legitimate Stanley Cup contenders or merely beneficiaries of environmental factors in the early stages of the 2024-2025 NHL season. Support Us B…
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Nick Zararis (Locked On Oilers) and Mike DiStefano (Locked On Maple Leafs) cover all the biggest stories from the NHLs Eastern Conference. Support us by supporting our sponsors! PrizePicks: Download the app or go to https://prizepicks.onelink.me/LME0/LOCKEDONNHL to get $50 instantly after you play your first $5 lineup. Gametime: Download the Gameti…
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In this episode of Locked on NHL, hosts Seth Toupal and JD Young discuss the NHL's imminent financial shift. The salary cap is expected to rise significantly, potentially reaching $95-97 million next season and even higher in the following years. This anticipated increase could dramatically alter the landscape of player contracts and team spending …
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The Edmonton Oilers Seek Consistency, the Tampa Bay Lightning Continue to Win & Changes May be Coming for the Pittsburgh Penguins
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The Edmonton Oilers cannot find their game yet this season despite the recent milestone for Connor McDavid, this team has been up and down. Nick Zararis of Locked On Oilers joins us to discuss why the team is struggling with inconsistency and what they will do about it plus he discusses the hit on Darnell Nurse and why the team plays better when th…
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Major Milestones for Connor McDavid and Andrei Vasilevskiy Plus our Women's Hockey Spotlight and an Exciting NHL Weekend
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Connor McDavid of the Edmonton Oilers reached the 1,000 point milestone for his NHL career, becoming the fourth fastest player to reach that mark. On the same night, Tampa Bay Lightning goalie Andrei Vasilevskiy became the fastest goalie in NHL history to record 300 wins. We discuss the milestones and what they mean for these superstars. We also ha…
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Join hosts Nick Zararis and Hunter Hodies on this edition of Locked On NHL for a breakdown of the latest round of NHL power rankings as voted on by Locked On's NHL local experts. Nick and Hunter tackle the metropolitan division's pecking order, why the central is off to a hot start, and what teams currently in playoff spots aren't going to be there…
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Senators Win First Battle Of Ontario This Season, Penguins Trade Market + Capitals Hot Start
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Ross Levitan (Locked On Senators) and Mike DiStefano (Locked On Maple Leafs) cover all the biggest stories from the NHLs Eastern Conference. Support us by supporting our sponsors! PrizePicks: Download the app or go to https://prizepicks.onelink.me/LME0/LOCKEDONNHL to get $50 instantly after you play your first $5 lineup. Gametime: Download the Game…
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In this episode of Locked on NHL, hosts Seth Toupal and J.D. Young explore the unpredictable dynamics of the Western Conference. They discuss teams that are off to unexpectedly strong starts, like the Calgary Flames and Los Angeles Kings, questioning whether these performances are sustainable or merely "fool's gold." The conversation also touches o…
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The Hurricanes Are Winning Big, the Kings Find Ways to Overcome, While Macklin Celebrini Bursts Out for the San Jose Sharks
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The Carolina Hurricanes winning streak just ended, but the team is off to a 10-3 start and continues to play excellent hockey despite a lot of roster turnover since the end of last season. Zachary Martin of Locked On Hurricanes joins us to discuss the team's fast start, some players who have surprised everyone with their great play and what it will…
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New NCAA Rules Change the Face of Hockey Development Plus the Hockey Hall of Fame Class of 2024 Celebration
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A new agreement has been reached between junior leagues in Canada and NCAA hockey which will change the way young hockey players develop their game before turning pro. We discuss the changes and how they may change things going forward. Plus, Tanner Jeannot was given a match penalty Thursday night for an illegal check to the head of Brock Boeser of…
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Oilers and Predators struggling, Jets, Hurricanes and Golden Knights Thriving and who's done already
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Join hosts Hunter Hodies and Nick Zararis on this edition of Locked on NHL for a deep dive into the early season. Nick and Hunter tackle the matching slow starts of the Nashville Predators and Edmonton Oilers, the blistering starts of the Carolina Hurricanes, Winnipeg Jets, Vegas Golden Knights, and discuss what team's seasons are already over just…
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Ross Levitan (Locked On Senators) and Mike DiStefano (Locked On Maple Leafs) cover all the biggest stories from the NHLs Eastern Conference. Support Us By Supporting Our Sponsors! FanDuel Get buckets with your first bet on FanDuel, America’s Number One Sportsbook. Right now, NEW customers get ONE HUNDRED AND FIFTY DOLLARS in BONUS BETS with any win…
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In this episode of the Locked On NHL podcast, hosts Seth Toupal and JD Young dive into the latest happenings in the NHL. Can the Minnesota Wild maintain their impressive start in the NHL with an 8-1-2 record? With standout performances from Kirill Kaprizov and solid goaltending by Filip Gustavsson, the Wild are turning heads. Meanwhile, the Seattle…
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The Canucks Are Winning Despite Pettersson's Slow Start, the Flyers Goalie Leaves Early and the Blue Jackets Overcome Tragedy
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The Vancouver Canucks are finding ways to win hockey games despite the slow start of Elias Pettersson. Trevor Beggs of Locked On Canucks joins us to discuss Pettersson's struggles and the strong goaltending of Kevin Lankinen. Plus how the team has remained competitive and what they need to do to contend for the Stanley Cup this season. Philadelphia…
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We have just finished the first month of the NHL season and there have been plenty of surprises from the strong starts by the Minnesota Wild and Los Angeles Kings in the west and the Washington Capitals and Tampa Bay Lightning in the east. Plus, some teams have unexpectedly struggled like the Edmonton Oilers and the Boston Bruins. We have our key t…
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Join hosts Nick Zararis and Hunter Hodies on this edition of the Locked on NHL podcast for a wide-ranging discussion breaking down the latest iteration of Locked On's NHL power rankings. Nick and Hunter tackle the dominating Winnipeg Jets, the surprising Minnesota Wild and Utah Hockey Club, the slumping Edmonton Oilers and Vancouver Canucks, and wh…
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Ross Levitan (Locked On Senators) and Mike DiStefano (Locked On Maple Leafs) cover all the biggest stories from the NHLs Eastern Conference. PrizePicks: Download the app or go to https://prizepicks.onelink.me/LME0/LOCKEDONNHL to get $50 instantly after you play your first $5 lineup. Gametime: Download the Gametime app, create an account, and use co…
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The Jets Keep Cruising, Colorado is back on Track, and where does Trevor Zegras fit with the Ducks?
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In this episode of the Locked On NHL podcast, hosts Seth Toupal and JD Young dive into the latest happenings in the NHL. They kick off with the Winnipeg Jets' impressive start, analyzing their strong power play and balanced scoring. The discussion shifts to the Colorado Avalanche, who have turned their season around with improved goaltending from J…
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The Winnipeg Jets Have Been Perfect, the Predators Prepare for Stamkos Emotional Return and the Kraken Look for Consistency
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The Winnipeg Jets are off to an 8-0-0 start and are one of the surprise teams in the league. Connor Hellebuyck has been outstanding but the Jets have also gotten great production from their power play and scored plenty of goals. Harrison Lee of Locked On Winnipeg Jets joins us to discuss the reasons for the team's early success, what they need to w…
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Vegas Golden Knights defenseman Shea Theodore signed a long-term extension earlier this week. We discuss the impact on the team and the player. Plus the New Jersey Devils get healthy and Winnipeg Jets and Washington Capitals are off to unexpectedly strong starts. Plus we discuss the Four Nations Tournament jersey reveals. Plus, the goalie situation…
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Early NHL season Fact or fiction: Panic time? What hot starts are real? Who's on the hot seat?
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Join hosts Nick Zararis and Hunter Hodies on this edition of Locked on NHL for a deep dive into the biggest early-season storylines across the NHL. Are Mike Sullivan of the Pittsburgh Penguins and John Tortorella of the Philadelphia Flyers on the hot seat? Is the Minnesota Wild's hot start for real? Are the New York Rangers and Dallas Stars off to …
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NHL Eastern Conference: Early Season Overreactions + Paul Maurice Re-Signs With Florida Panthers
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Ross Levitan (Locked On Senators) and Mike DiStefano (Locked On Maple Leafs) cover all the biggest stories from the NHLs Eastern Conference. Support Us By Supporting Our Sponsors! Indeed Still searching for a great candidate for your company? Don’t search, just match–with Indeed. Claim your SEVENTY-FIVE DOLLAR CREDIT now at Indeed.com/LOCKEDON. Ter…
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In this episode of the Locked on NHL podcast, hosts Seth Toupal and JD Young discuss players who have gotten off to hot starts and which players have gotten off to cold starts. We start with Steven Stamkos and the Nashville Predators' slow start to the season and if it's time to worry. Then Connor McDavid and the Edmonton Oilers are having Déjà vu …
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The Ottawa Senators Win Without Ullmark, the Calgary Flames Surprise and the Washington Capitals Start Strong
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The Ottawa Senators have been missing starting goalie Linus Ullmark but they've found a way to win without him. A strong power play and an explosive offense led by Tim Stutzle and Brady Tkachuk has kept them on the winning side of two of their last three. Brandon Piller of Locked On Senators joins us to discuss Ullmark's status and what the keys ar…
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Sidney Crosby and Evgeni Malkin of the Pittsburgh Penguins both reached major milestones in the same game. We discuss their legacy, their accomplishments and where they're at now at this stage of their careers. Plus, Luke Schenn plays in his 1,000th career game while the Lightning continue to surprise. Erica L. Ayala joins us for our bi-weekly Wome…
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Join host Nick Zararis on this edition of Locked on NHL for a drop down view of the NHL after the first week of the 2024-2025 season. Nick breaks down the Calgary Flames surprising 4-0 start, the Colorado Avalanche's early season woes, the acclimation process of new players for the Edmonton Oilers and Nashville Predators as well as why games feel s…
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Ross Levitan (Locked On Senators) and Mike DiStefano (Locked On Maple Leafs) cover all the biggest stories from the NHLs Eastern Conference. Support Us By Supporting Our Sponsors! PrizePicks Download the app or go to https://prizepicks.onelink.me/LME0/LOCKEDONNHL to get $50 instantly after you play your first $5 lineup. Hims Visit Hims.com/LOCKEDON…
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In this episode of the Locked on NHL podcast, hosts Seth Toupal and JD Young examine which teams need to worry about their slow starts between the Colorado Avalanche, Edmonton Oilers, and Nashville Predators. We start with Colorado and why things feel desperate because of the lack of goaltending they have received early in the season to go with a d…
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The Dallas Stars Start Strong, the Florida Panthers Fight Injuries & the Minnesota Wild Seek Answers
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The Dallas Stars got off to a 2-0 start in part due to the outstanding goalitending of Jake Oettinger. While the Stars are winning, they are not doing so in their usual way. Joey Erickson of Locked On Stars joins us to discuss this and what it will take for the Stars to make a deeper playoff run and be true Stanley Cup contenders. The Florida Panth…
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The 2024-25 NHL season is under way and we take a look at some of the players and teams who are off to a fast start. The Utah Hockey Club is undefeated and players like Dylan Guenther and Logan Cooley are shining. We discuss Linus Ullmark and his first game with the Ottawa Senators and how the St. Louis Blues have gotten off to a fast start with so…
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Join hosts Nick Zararis and Hunter Hodies on this edition of Locked on NHL where they dive into the top ten Stanley Cup contenders ahead of the 2024-2025 NHL season. Nick and Hunter tackle the fringe contenders like the Toronto Maple Leafs, Carolina Hurricanes, Boston Bruins, Nashville Predators and Tampa Bay Lightning, intriguing teams with questi…
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Ross Levitan (Locked On Senators) and Mike DiStefano (Locked On Maple Leafs) cover all the biggest stories from the NHLs Eastern Conference. Support Us By Supporting Our Sponsors! FanDuel Get buckets with your first bet on FanDuel, America’s Number One Sportsbook. Right now, NEW customers get ONE HUNDRED AND FIFTY DOLLARS in BONUS BETS with any win…
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In this episode of the Locked on NHL podcast, hosts Seth Toupal and JD Young tackle the burning questions surrounding the Vegas Golden Knights and Winnipeg Jets as the NHL season kicks off. They delve into whether Vegas has the depth to sustain another postseason run amidst their cap challenges and discuss the potential impact of Winnipeg's coachin…
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The Bruins Sign Swayman, the Devils Open with 2 Wins and the Lightning Begin Life without Stamkos
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The Boston Bruins finally reached an agreement with goalie Jeremy Swayman on a new eight-year deal that sets them up with their starting goalie before the season starts. Ian McLaren of Locked On Boston Bruins joins us to discuss the deal, what it means for the team and what it will take for the Bruins to remain contenders this season. The New Jerse…
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The NHL Pre-Season wraps up as Global Series begins; Plus NHL Latest & Women’s Hockey update!
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On today’s show, we discuss the latest in the Jeremy Swayman contract escalation. Is there hope for the Boston Bruins? How do they solve this? Then we talk Kirill Kaprizov who is one year out from extension. What do the Minnesota Wild need to do to create an environment where he wants to sign that big extension. Erica L. Ayala joins us for our bi-w…
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Join hosts Nick Zararis and Hunter Hodies on this edition of Locked on NHL for a deep dive into the NHL's Metropolitan Division ahead of the 2024-2025 NHL season. Nick and Hunter tackle the rebuilding Philadelphia Flyers and Columbus Blue Jackets, the middle of the pack Washington Capitals and Pittsburgh Penguins, presumptive playoff teams like the…
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Ross Levitan (Locked On Senators) and Mike DiStefano (Locked On Maple Leafs) cover all the biggest stories from the NHLs Eastern Conference. Support Us By Supporting Our Sponsors! Gametime Download the Gametime app, create an account, and use code LOCKEDONNHL for $20 off your first purchase. Terms apply. Download Gametime today. What time is it? Ga…
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