The Hockey News Podcast

In their last podcast before a summer break, THN’s Matt Larkin, Ryan Kennedy and Ken Campbell take to Twitter to answer all of your offseason questions. Topics discussed include: Florida’s chances at a playoff run next season, Calder trophy favourites, teams they expect to make a leap next season, Jacob Trouba’s future and the most clutch Game 7 goalies.

THN’s Matt Larkin, Ryan Kennedy and Ken Campbell discuss Ray Emery’s legacy after his tragic passing over the weekend (0:25), what Montreal is doing with Max Pacioretty (6:02) and whether Erik Karlsson will still be traded this offseason (12:27). Plus, they answer some reader questions (16:40).

THN’s Matt Larkin, Ryan Kennedy and Ken Campbell take to Twitter in this all reader question episode. Topics discussed include Panarin and Bobrovsky’s futures in Columbus, Winnipeg as a free agent destination, New Jersey’s future plans, Toronto’s future cap situation, Justin Faulk, and the league’s most fun cities.

THN’s Matt Larkin, Ryan Kennedy and Ken Campbell discuss the Tavares signing and whether or not Toronto is now a Cup contender (0:30), the Islanders’ future outlook without JT (14:05), winners and losers from the offseason so far (24:28) and Erik Karlsson predictions (37:43).

THN’s Matt Larkin, Ryan Kennedy and Ken Campbell discuss the winners and losers of the NHL draft (0:40), Calgary and Carolina’s big trade involving Dougie Hamilton and Noah Hanifin (11:20), Ilya Kovalchuk’s reported contract with Los Angeles (20:25) and their last minute John Tavares free agency predictions (25:20). Plus an interview with NHL 19 cover man P.K. Subban (32:15).

THN’s Edward Fraser, Ryan Kennedy and Ken Campbell discuss Montreal and Arizona’s Alex Galchenyuk for Max Domi trade (1:25), why Montreal appears to be leaning towards drafting Jesperi Kotkaniemi (11:15), what Ottawa can do to fix their latest setback (15:15) and whether Erik Karlsson will be a Senator at the start of next season (20:25). Plus, they discuss the potential for a 19-year-old draft rule (27:35) and answer some reader questions (27:35).

THN’s Ken Campbell and prospect expert Ryan Kennedy host a mock draft in anticipation of next weekend’s NHL Entry Draft, breaking down each potential first round selection.

THN’s Matt Larkin, Ryan Kennedy and Ken Campbell discuss where Alex Ovechkin ranks among the all-time greats after his Conn Smythe performance (1:13), where the Capitals will go from here (7:41), if Vegas will contend for the Cup again next year (11:47), ridiculously early 2019 Stanley Cup favourites (15:17) and big names that could be traded at the draft (17:35). Plus, they answer some reader questions (22:00).

THN’s prospect expert Ryan Kennedy shares some of his best interviews with prospects, scouts and GMs at this year’s NHL draft combine in a special edition of the prospect podcast. Interviews include USHL defenseman Jordan Harris (0:56), Lethbridge defenseman Calen Addison (4:50), Czech forward Matej Pekar (7:28), St. Louis director of scouting Bill Armstrong (13:22), San Jose GM Doug Wilson (20:00) and Arizona GM John Chayka (25:40).

THN’s Edward Fraser, Matt Larkin and Ryan Kennedy discuss the Stanley Cup final thus far (0:25), whether Vegas can alter their style to match Washington’s cycle-friendly game (3:45) and whether the pressure is on Vegas for the first time all season (5:40). Then, they talk about the role of concussion spotters in lieu of Brooks Orpik and Marc-Andre Fleury taking hits in game three (9:12), how much John Carlson is raising his UFA stock this postseason (16:12) and Ryan’s main takeaways from last week’s draft combine (16:12). Plus, they answer some reader questions (29:00).

THN’s Edward Fraser, Matt Larkin and Ryan Kennedy are joined by Ken Campbell on the phone in Vegas, giving updates from media day (0:30). Then, they discuss standouts from the Memorial Cup champion Acadie-Bathurst Titan (7:10) and the poor attendance at this year’s tournament (10:15). Plus they break down the biggest X-Factors for Vegas & Washington going into game one of the cup final (14:44), Evander Kane’s big extension in San Jose (20:19), the recent trend of NCAA head coach hires (25:33), then answer some reader questions (29:48).

THN’s Matt Larkin, Ryan Kennedy and Ken Campbell preview the Stanley Cup Finals, breaking down how Washington and Vegas matchup against each other in every aspect of the game. Plus, they give their finals predictions (32:19).

THN’s Matt Larkin and prospect expert Ryan Kennedy open up the mailbag to answer your questions for the entire episode this week. Topics discussed include: The best defensemen and centers in this year’s draft, Jordan Kyrou, draft stock of USHL players, Arizona’s draft strategy and 5’3’’ prospect Sean Dhooghe.

THN’s Ken Campbell and prospect expert Ryan Kennedy discuss Flyers prospects Morgan Frost and Carter Hart being called up to the AHL playoffs (0:45) and preview the Memorial Cup (3:30), breaking down Hamilton (6:28), Swift Current (9:55), Acadie Bathurst (12:30) and Regina’s (17:06) chances in the tournament. Plus, they listen to Ryan’s interview with Cape Breton goalie Kevin Mandolese (21:27), shine the 2018 draft spotlight on London centre Liam Foudy (26:53) and take a look at the Anaheim Ducks’ prospect pipeline (32:20).

THN’s Matt Larkin, Ryan Kennedy and Ken Campbell discuss Tampa Bay’s struggles in the Eastern Conference finals (0:15) and whether they have a shot at coming back against the hot Capitals (7:52), whether Kyle Dubas was the right hire in Toronto (10:53) and what Nashville should do with Pekka Rinne this offseason after a disappointing playoff exit (15:56). Plus, they tell some of their best interview stories (20:45) and answer some reader questions (26:18).