Two days into the young NHL season, it's time to draw some knee-jerk conclusions. Hosts Nick Zararis and Hunter Hodies explore early developing plot lines through games, including Mitch Marner's fit in Las Vegas, Mike Sullivan getting off to a slow start in New York, why the Oilers might be a defense-first team, and so much more.

0:00 Intro and overreactions to NHL season start

5:12 Mike Sullivan's challenge with the Rangers roster

12:15 Mitch Marner's impact on the Golden Knights' offense

17:11 Connor Bedard's tough situation in Chicago

20:19 Maple Leafs power play without Mitch Marner

24:37 Nichushkin's potential free agency value next summer

28:27 Outro and wrap-up

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