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Matt Marchese kicks off today's program with Jason Demers, former NHLer and current NHL Network analyst, to sift through this week's free agent deals and crown the winners and losers of the summer so far. Next up, The Athletic's Ian Mendes checks in on the Senators' off-season including Shane Pinto's recent extension, the state of the team's blue line after saying goodbye to Jakob Chychrun, and the chances of playoff hockey in Ottawa in the near future (29:10). Later, Anna Dua of NHL Network joins Matt in-studio to chat about the biggest deals of the free agent signing period, which team's have improved their roster most from last season, and top names still on the board (50:05). Finally, The Athletic's Mark Lazerus weighs in on the Blackhawks' latest additions including former Maple Leafs Tyler Bertuzzi and T.J. Brodie, before getting into Chicago's competitive window with Connor Bedard entering his sophomore season (01:19:00). Thank you for listening - see you next season! The views and opinions expressed in this podcast are those of the hosts and guests and do not necessarily reflect the position of Rogers Sports & Media or any affiliates.

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Matt Marchese kicks off today's show with former NHL executive and Stanley Cup champion, Mike Futa! They sift through yesterday's flurry of free agency moves with a focus on Steven Stamkos' departure from Tampa Bay, the Maple Leafs' defensive additions, and more. Next up, Emma Lingan, Predators editor at The Hockey News, adds to the conversation on Stamkos' signing in Nashville, before looking ahead to what's next for the Preds this summer (30:45). Later on, Jimmy Murphy of Boston Hockey Now stops by to discuss Jake DeBrusk's departure, what to expect from Nikita Zadorov with the Bruins, Elias Lindholm's pivotal role and Jeremy Swayman's contract situation (50:00). Then, Ryan Novozinsky offers his analysis of the Devils' July 1st signings, before forecasting what's ahead for New Jersey next season (01:07:00). Capitals analyst Tarik El-Bashir wraps up today's program weighing in on Washington's aggressive start to the off-season featuring the additions of Jakob Chychrun and Pierre-Luc Dubois (01:26:00).  The views and opinions expressed in this podcast are those of the hosts and guests and do not necessarily reflect the position of Rogers Sports & Media or any affiliates.

Free Agency Floodgates Open: What Now?

Matt Marchese kicks off the show with Curtis Pashelka of Bay Area News to break down the Sharks' flurry of moves over the last couple of weeks, the importance of the 2024 Draft, what the team will focus on in the draft, if there is a chance that Macklin Celebrini will return to school next season, and more. Then, Lightning Insider Erik Erlendsson stops by to chat about Brayden Point being named as one of the first six players set to take on the Four Nations Face-off, Steven Stamkos’ contract situation, the latest on Victor Hedman’s next deal, and how Tampa can create some much-needed cap space (18:00). Later on, Producer David Ciss and Matt Marchese tee up what to expect from the NHL Draft tonight, before we hear from Jeff and Elliotte on this morning’s 32 Thoughts Podcast (45:00). The views and opinions expressed in this podcast are those of the hosts and guests and do not necessarily reflect the position of Rogers Sports & Media or any affiliates.

How Can the Lightning Create Cap Space? + Teeing Up the 2024 NHL Draft

Matt Marchese kicks off the show with Elliotte Friedman as they recap last night’s NHL Awards. They discuss Connor Bedard winning the Calder Trophy, Brock Faber’s Rookie of the Year case, the first six players announced for each team at the Four Nations Face-off, and Steven Stamkos’ contract extension talks with the Lightning. Later, the pair get into what's next for Vancouver, the latest on Jake Guentzel, the interest in Yaroslav Askarov, the latest on the buyout market, the rumours surrounding on Mitch Marner, and much more. The views and opinions expressed in this podcast are those of the hosts and guests and do not necessarily reflect the position of Rogers Sports & Media or any affiliates.

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