Best The Devil S Lightning Podcasts (2025)

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Stanley Cupdate - Caps and Cats Advance While the Jets Move Ahead - May 1, 2025 42:13

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The upstarts from DC and the defending champions join the Carolina Hurricanes in the Conference Semi-Finals as the Canadiens and Lightning bow out. In the West, the Winnipeg Jets move to within a win of shaking off the St. Louis Blues but it may have come at a steep price. Vic and Neil break down the Wednesday action and look ahead to Thursday's bi…

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Human Side of the Story - Ep. 58 - Gabriel Landeskog's 34-month Road Back to the NHL 8:24

1d ago8:24

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A freak injury in 2020 became the beginning of an odyssey lasting the better part of four-and-a-half years for Colorado Avalanche captain Gabriel Landeskog. After multiple knee surgeries, including a cartilage replacement procedure never before performed on an NHL player, Landeskog made his return in Game 3 of the Avs opening round series against D…

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Stanley Cupdate - Hurricanes First to Advance & Getting Uncomfortable in Toronto - April 30, 2025 52:53

2d ago52:53

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Two had the opportunity to move on. One did and other is being reminded of their history. Meanwhile, the Oilers and Golden Knights have rebounded from series deficits to put themselves from within a win of advancing in the West. We look ahead to Wednesday's games with Washington and Florida both having the opportunity to advance while the Jets try …

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Stanley Cupdate - Momentum Reversed for the Lightning and Avalanche - April 29, 2025 46:04

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Not the best of nights for two teams looking to feed off the momentum of their previous games. The big guns for Dallas play a major role in giving the Stars a 3-2 series lead while the Lightning are stunned late and also lose a player to a high hit just after returning from a one-game suspension. We look ahead to the four games on Tuesday, the type…

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Episode 58 - From Blue to Blueshirt to Blue Jacket with CBJ Senior Advisor John Davidson 1:23:19

4d ago1:23:19

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Longtime NHL executive and Columbus Blue Jackets senior advisor John Davidson joins Neil and Vic to share thoughts on a stirring opening round of the Stanley Cup Playoffs and the three organizations which have been part of his hockey career for over 50 years. We'll look at all of the series and wrap up the show with "The Human Side of the Story." 3…

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Stanley Cupdate - Welcome Back, Captain - April 27, 2025 42:27

5d ago42:27

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Any of the four Saturday games would have been headline worthy on their own merit. However, when a player returns to the lineup after 34 months and gets on the scoresheet, it's worthy of top billing. Vic and Neil update Gabriel Landeskog's heroics in Colorado as the Avs pull even with Dallas. There was also overtime drama in St. Paul and Ottawa whi…

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Stanley Cupdate - All the Comforts of Home for Canadiens, Devils and Oilers -April 26, 2025 27:52

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Returning home Friday proved just the tonic for the Canadiens, Devils and Oilers with an abundance of storylines and subplots. Vic and Neil also look ahead to Saturday's four-game slate. The Lightning will be forced to go without Brandon Hagel in Florida, Colorado and Vegas look to pull even and Toronto is in the unfamiliar position of trying to ad…

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Stanley Cupdate - West Wild Cards Showing They Belong while Leafs and Panthers on a Collision Course - April 25, 2025 39:12

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As if there was any doubt before, the Presidents Trophy winning Jets and Pacific leading Golden Knights had it confirmed they have their hands full with the Blues and Wild respectively. Meanwhile, consecutive overtime wins have the Maple Leafs on the verge of being the first team to advance and it's good news and potential bad new for the defending…

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Stanley Cupdate - Two Higher Seeds Hold Serve While Dallas Regains Home-Ice Advantage - April 24, 2025 35:44

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A virtuoso goaltending performance sends the Capitals into Montreal with a 2-0 series while the Kings are enjoying a similar advantage thanks to a sizzling power play against the Oilers. Meanwhile, a long-awaited return does not net the desired Game 3 result for the Avalanche. In league news, Chris Drury's future in New York has been decided and "T…

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Stanley Cupdate - The Defending Champs Make a Statement - April 23, 2025 39:52

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It would have been nearly impossible to replicate Monday's drama. Nonetheless, storylines and subplots were in abundance as the defending Cup served notice they are more than ready to make another run. Vic and Neil recap all four games from Tuesday, look ahead to the three on Wednesday as well as discuss one team President on the way out and anothe…

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Stanley Cupdate - The Absolute Essence of What This is All About - April 22, 2025 38:58

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Four one-goal games including two overtimes and a final minute finish. An incredible third day of Stanley Cup hockey gets wrapped up in a neat package. Four more on the slate for Tuesday as the Lightning and Panthers finally get underway and even more coaching news to report. While on the head coach theme, This Day in Stanley Cup History focuses on…

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Stanley Cupdate - A Handful Break Quickly from the Gate - April 21, 2025 20:33

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Winnipeg, Colorado, Carolina, Toronto and Vegas all pick up victories over the weekend to get a leg up in their respective series. Two more series open Monday with Tampa Bay and Florida kicking off Tuesday. Vic is going solo with Neil traveling but touches on all five games over the weekend as well as two head coaches now out of work. We'll also ki…

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Episode 57 - The Stanley Cup Preview Show - Craig Button 1:17:38

14d ago1:17:38

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TSN Analyst and former NHL executive Craig Button joins Neil and Vic to look at all eight opening round series and offer up some bold - and no so bold - predictions along the way. IN THIS EPISODE: [02:00] - "Three Things You Need to Pay Attention to focuses on the arrival of the Stanley Cup Playoffs, the Art Ross and Rocket Richard Trophy Winners a…

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Human Side of the Story - Ep. 56 - Sam Rosen 6:37

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After forty years and many memorable calls, one stands out for Sam Rosen. Born in Ulm, Germany, he was an aspiring baseball player before focusing his attention on broadcasting. On April 17, 2025, Rosen brings the curtain down on one of the most distinguished play-by-play careers the NHL has ever known. However, from the time Neil Smith first met S…

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Episode 56 - His Calls Will Last a Lifetime! - With Hall of Fame Broadcaster Sam Rosen 1:20:52

16d ago1:20:52

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For forty seasons, Sam Rosen has been synonymous with New York Rangers hockey. With the Blueshirts missing the playoffs in 2025, Rosen's final game will be Thursday against Tampa Bay. Neil and Vic are privileged to share their discussion with Sam in the regular season finale of NHL Wraparound. We also update the playoff picture with seven of the ei…

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NHL Wraparound Short Shifts - Hype, Ecstasy and a Letdown in Montreal - April 15, 2025 24:20

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The Ivan Demidov era opened in Montreal Monday and it did not disappoint. Unfortunately, for the Canadiens, they were unable to sustain the early energy and, while getting closer to wrapping up the final playoff berth in the East, they failed to clinch thus providing a window of hope for Columbus. Out West, the Kings will open the playoffs hosting …

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NHL Wraparound Short Shifts - Complete Weekend Update - April 14, 2025 47:24

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Clinched, eliminated and still battling to either get in or enhance a playoff spot already gained. Vic and Neil evolve the weekend to set up the final four days of the regular season. In addition, some key players news and a salute to the new champions in Men's Division I hockey. X: https://twitter.com/NHLWraparound Neil Smith: https://twitter.com/…

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NHL Wraparound Short Shifts - Canadians, Wild and Oilers Primed to Clinch - April 11, 2025 46:07

21d ago46:07

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The final weekend of the NHL regular season has arrived. Twelve playoff spots have already been clinched with three more possible Friday. Vic and Neil look at all of the permutations and also throw up some red flags for three teams already in the playoffs but playing far from their best hockey with the post-season nearly upon us. X: https://twitter…

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Human Side of the Story - Episode 55 - Reverence and Respecting the Game 5:49

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It may have started with a photo taken in 1952 with a defeated Bruins goalie named Sugar Jim Henry bowing to a bloodied and, perhaps semi-conscious, Rocket Richard at the conclusion of their semi-final playoff series. Reverence and respect for the game. The post-series handshake has been a longstanding tradition in the NHL and extends to all levels…

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NHL Wraparound Short Shifts - Beyond Preposterous - April 9, 2025 48:38

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On a night the Ottawa Senators clinch their first playoff spot in eight years, two games involving teams on life support simply defied logic. Vic and Neil update on all the races and a couple of fun Alex Ovechkin items post-record-breaking goal. X: https://twitter.com/NHLWraparound Neil Smith: https://twitter.com/NYCNeil Vic Morren: https://www.lin…

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NY Centric - NJ on the Cusp and the End in Sight for NYR & NYI with James Nichols of New Jersey Hockey Now - Apr. 8. 2025 32:10

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With just 10 days remaining in the regular season the fates of the New York-area teams is having clarity with the Devils within a point of clinching a playoff berth while the Rangers and Devils are running out of real estate to make up ground. James Nichols from New Jersey Hockey Now joins Vic and Neil to break it all down. X: https://twitter.com/N…

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Episode 55 - The Gr8est Goal Scorer Ever - With Craig Laughlin 1:16:04

25d ago1:16:04

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Call it the Thirty-one-year itch. Gordie Howe 1963, Wayne Gretzky 1994 and, now Alex Ovechkin in 2025 as the all-time goal scoring torch was passed at UBS Arena on April 6. Long-time Caps TV Analyst Craig Laughlin joins the show to share his thoughts on covering The Great 8 since the very beginning of his NHL career. In addition to covering the var…

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NHL Wraparound Short Shifts - Nastiness in Carolina as OV Gets a Step Closer -April 4, 2025 42:38

28d ago42:38

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SInce our last show, three more clubs qualify for the Stanley Cup Playoffs while another joins a list having to officially wait until next year. Meanwhile, #892 for Alex Ovechkin shares the spotlight with a controversial takedown during a raucous third period Wednesday in Raleigh. X: https://twitter.com/NHLWraparound Neil Smith: https://twitter.com…

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Human Side of the Story - Ep. 54 - Uniting as Teammates...Despite Past History 6:46

29d ago6:46

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The mention of junkyard dogs Brad Marchand and Sam Bennett being on the same team would have brought a laugh a year ago. However, after battling as adversaries, the pair won the Four Nations Faceoff as teammates, then reunited at the trade deadline as Marchand was traded from Boston to Florida. While those two collectively look to earn the Panthers…

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NHL Wraparound Short Shifts - High Drama in Montreal and St. Louis - April 2, 2025 47:46

30d ago47:46

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The Canadiens and Blues kept the holds on their respective wild card positions with game-tying goals in the final minute followed by OT winners. Meanwhile, the OV Chase Tour is officially underway, a quarter of the playoff pool is set and guess who's no longer in last in the Eastern Conference? X: https://twitter.com/NHLWraparound Neil Smith: https…

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NY Centric - Getting Late for Rangers and Islanders with Colin Stephenson from Newsday - April 1, 2025 41:09

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Only two-a-half-weeks remain in the regular season. The Rangers are close but not in a playoff spot, the Islanders have slipped back and the Devils are in cruise control with their first round opponent all but certain. Plenty to break down on all fronts and Vic and Neil do so with Colin Stephenson from Newsday. X: https://twitter.com/NHLWraparound …

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Episode 54 - What's Next in Philly? With Hall of Fame Journalist Al Morganti 1:43:43

1M ago1:43:43

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A pair of outstanding guests highlight Episode 54. First, Hall of Fame Journalist Al Morganti joins the show to talk about the past, present and future of the Flyers. Then former coach and NHL Network analyst Bruce Boudreau speaks about Alex Ovechkin's final push for the all-time scoring mark and where he's come from as a young player. Neil and Vic…

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NHL Wraparound Short Shifts - Change in Philly, Class by OV - March 28, 2025 44:53

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After guiding the Flyers to the final game of last regular season before being eliminated, John Tortorella was let go by the Flyers Thursday. With a weak roster by NHL standards, a 1-10-1 slide prompted the fifth coaching change this season. As usual, several points can be raised and we do just that. In the meantime, in his first game, interim head…

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Human Side of the Story - Ep. 53 - Jack Michaels: From Meadville to Edmonton 4:48

1M ago4:48

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How does a young man from a small town in Western Pennsylvania end up as the play-by-play voice of the Edmonton Oilers? You take inspiration from those before you, then take your craft far away hoping for that one big opportunity. For Jack Michaels, his blueprint is similar to many looking to break into the broadcast industry but few actually reali…

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NHL Wraparound Short Shifts - A Heavyweight Bout as Good as Advertised -March 26, 2025 44:20

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For the second time this season, the Jets and Capitals went to overtime and, for the second time, the Jets prevailed to join the Caps in the playoffs. Not to be lost: Alex Ovechkin pulls to within five of Wayne Gretzky's all-time goal scoring mark in a game that was full value. At the other end of the playoff spectrum, the Blues and Canadiens also …

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NY Centric - Isles Get Closer, Rangers and Devils Struggling with Thomas Hickey - March 25, 2025 47:48

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A week ago, the N.Y. Islanders had five teams to jump in order to get to the second wild card position in the Eastern Conference. Today, they have one final hurdle to jump. Meanwhile, struggles continue in New Jersey and Manhattan. Former Islander and current TV analyst Thomas Hickey joins Vic and Neil to go in depth with the playoffs coming up in …

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Episode 53 - Drilling Down with Edmonton Oilers PxP Jack Michaels 1:15:09

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The Edmonton Oilers were one win from an historic comeback in the Stanley Cup Final last spring. While favored by many to take that last step in 2025, the best laid plans have not gone according to plan as injuries, spotty defensive play and offensive shortcomings have hurt the club. TV Play-by-play voice of the Oilers Jack Michaels joins Vic and N…

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NHL Wraparound Short Shifts - March Madness - The NHL Way - March 21, 2025 45:45

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Crazy eights for Alex Ovechkin, Connor McDavid leaves Thursday's game and the last two teams in the NHL alphabet are the first to 100 points. That's only the beginning as two stirring games involving teams in both bubble races highlights our re-caps and...if anything symbolized the last 14 seasons in Buffalo, the last 90 seconds of their game in Ut…

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Human Side of the Story - Ep. 52 - Hey Dad, You're Trading Me? 4:29

1M ago4:29

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Trades are an accepted part of hockey business. Recently, Utica Comets GM Dan MacKinnon caught the attention of many pulling off a deal which involved moving his own son to playoff-contending Cleveland. While unique, it's actually happened before and, on the NHL level, no less. The player involved is one who Neil later acquired in New York after th…

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NHL Wraparound Short Shifts - A Rotten Apple Pushes Montreal Into Wild Card Position - Mar. 19, 2025 37:12

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March signals desperation for many clubs looking to make their final push to the post-season. Over the past couple of evenings, the Canadiens, Islanders, Canucks and Blues appear to have gotten the memo. Apparently, one team has not. We're all over both wild card races with 14 games worth of coverage plus some other news around the NHL. X: https://…

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NY Centric - A Final Islanders Push at Hand? With Stefen Rosner of NHL.com - Mar. 18, 2025 36:31

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The New York Islanders have become somewhat forgotten in the race for the final wild card spot in the Eastern Conference. However, following a stirring comeback against the defending Stanley Cup champions Sunday, a favorable schedule this week may provide to tonic needed to gain ground on the handful of teams they need to pass. Stefen Rosner from t…

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Episode 52 - Be-Leaf Them or Not? With Steve Simmons from The Toronto Sun 1:22:27

2M ago1:22:27

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The Toronto Maple Leafs are always in the news and, amidst some recent struggles, uncertainty is once again setting in as to whether the team has the goods to end its 58-year Stanley Cup drought. Longtime Toronto Sun writer Steve Simmons joins the show to go in depth on their prospects. With the regular season ending in just over four weeks, Vic an…

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NHL Wraparound Short Shifts - The Senators Create Seperation - March 14, 2025 44:07

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The surge in Canada's Capital continues while the St. Louis Blues miss a major opportunity to push their way into a tie for the final Western Conference Wild Card berth. Elsewhere, two very different overtime strategies to discuss while the first meeting between the last two number one overall picks didn't exactly deliver the expected. X: https://t…

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Human Side of the Story - Ep. 51 - They Call Him Maurice 6:07

2M ago6:07

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Leading in with reference to The Steve Miller Band, Neil shares some background on Florida Panthers head coach Paul Maurice which further sheds light on how he got into coaching. X: https://twitter.com/NHLWraparound Neil Smith: https://twitter.com/NYCNeil Vic Morren: https://www.linkedin.com/in/vic-morren-7038737/ NHL Wraparound Instagram:https://w…

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NHL Wraparound Short Shifts - The New Bruins Embracing the Underdog Role - March 12, 2025 35:43

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Following the trade of Brad Marchand, the Boston Bruins have delivered two of their finest efforts of the season, the latest coming at the hands of their former captain's new team. Whether this is sustainable remains to be seen but, it has certainly created yet another piece of intrigue in the East wild card race where the Ottawa Senators have put …

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NY Centric - Realities for the New York City Locals Post Deadline - March 11, 2025 29:42

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With the trade deadline passed, the Devils, Rangers and Islanders have the rosters they will finish their regular seasons with. For different reasons, none of the three are in enviable positions and time is running short to change course. X: https://twitter.com/NHLWraparound Neil Smith: https://twitter.com/NYCNeil Vic Morren: https://www.linkedin.c…

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Episode 51 - Top Cat - A Chat with Panthers Head Coach Paul Maurice 1:28:53

2M ago1:28:53

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After three decades behind NHL benches, Paul Maurice finally reached the top of the coaching mountain last spring when his Florida Panthers held off the Edmonton Oilers to win the Stanley Cup. Maurice visited with Neil and Vic Friday to discuss his long history as a coach, several recent acquisitions, preparing to defend the title and then...as the…

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NHL Wraparound 2025 NHL Trade Deadline Recap Show 42:23

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WOW! Brad Marchand and Mikko Rantanen (again) on the move headline a fascinating conclusion to the NHL trade deadline as the defending champs load up while there's an arms race in earnest in the West. X: https://twitter.com/NHLWraparound Neil Smith: https://twitter.com/NYCNeil Vic Morren: https://www.linkedin.com/in/vic-morren-7038737/ NHL Wraparou…

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Human Side of the Story - Ep. 50 - The Angst of a GM at the Trade Deadline 7:22

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There are several benchmarks on the NHL calendar by which general managers are judged. One is the trade deadline. Neil shares the differences he's seen in the deadline over the past three decades as well as the array of emotions that one in that position experiences. Youtube: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCgBj1LV0-DMfBhcRPSJZLjA X: https://twitt…

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NHL Wraparound Short Shifts - Calm Before the Storm? - March 5, 2025 41:47

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In two days, the rumors and speculation will cease and 32 teams will know the personnel they will ride through to the completion of their respective seasons. In the meantime, we have two trades to report - one at the beginning of the show and one at the end. In addition, Vic and Neil talk about each game over the past two nights, and their impacts,…

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NY Centric - The Rangers Trade Update with Peter Baugh from The Athletic - Mar. 4, 2025 33:07

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With Friday's trade deadline approaching, the three New York-area teams all have very different areas to address. Rangers writer for The Athletic, Peter Baugh, joins NY Centric before Vic and Neil tackle the Islanders and Devils. Youtube: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCgBj1LV0-DMfBhcRPSJZLjA X: https://twitter.com/NHLWraparound Neil Smith: https…

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Episode 50 - Buckle Up for the Trade Deadline with TSN's Chris Johnston 1:00:23

2M ago1:00:23

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One of most anticipated weeks of the NHL season is upon us with the trade deadline approaching. Chris Johnston from TSN and The Athletic join Neil and Vic to talk trades that have happened and a look ahead to those looking to fill those missing final pieces to make a title run. Other in-show discussions address differences in handling adversity dur…

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NHL Wraparound Short Shifts - Intrigue Abounds Heading Into March - Feb. 28, 2025 39:09

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In one week, teams will finalize the rosters they will move forward with to seasons end as the trade deadline is a week away. While more time has been spent on the East bubble, the Western Conference is tightening up a bit with improved play by Utah, St. Louis and Anaheim. Vic and Neil go over all 15 games over the past two nights and also tip thei…

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Human Side of the Story - Ep. 49 - Three Very Different Types of Compassion 6:25

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The intensity and grit of the NHL is unmistakable. However, beneath that toughness lies a compassion which is as much a part of the fabric of the game as is the toughness. Three recent examples, all very different, drive that point home. Youtube: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCgBj1LV0-DMfBhcRPSJZLjA X: https://twitter.com/NHLWraparound Neil Smit…

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NHL Wraparound Short Shifts - Three Teams at a True Crossroads - Feb. 26, 2025 45:53

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With the NHL trade deadline just over a week away, the time of reckoning is fast approaching for several teams. At the same time, others are continuing to push forward as the regular season is moving towards the three-quarter pole. Amidst the non-stop jockeying, Alex Ovechkin remains consistent in his assault of the all-time goal scoring mark. Yout…

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