The Hockey News Podcast

THN’s Ken Campbell and prospect expert Ryan Kennedy discuss the Lehigh Valley Phantoms’ five overtime victory over Charlotte in the AHL postseason (0:45), some of the prospects at the RBC Cup in Chilliwack (5:23), interesting decisions made in the USHL’s phase 2 draft (10:40) and some of the intriguing young prospects participating in the World Championships (15:10). Plus, they listen to Ryan’s interview with Rangers prospect Tim Gettinger (18:57), shine the 2018 draft spotlight on Swedish forward Jonatan Berggren (24:45) and break down Coyotes’ prospect pipeline (28:50).

THN’s Matt Larkin, Ryan Kennedy and Ken Campbell discuss if Vegas has cemented themselves as the cup favourite after defeating San Jose (0:35), whether Brad Marchand is a good villain for the game after his latest instance of licking (3:50), how worried Nashville should be about Pekka Rinne’s play this postseason (9:05), where Joe Thornton may end up this offseason (17:00) and if Evander Kane will stay put in San Jose as a UFA (21:40). Plus, they answer some reader questions. (25:20).

THN’s Matt Larkin and prospect expert Ryan Kennedy discuss the OHL (0:30), QMJHL (4:50) and WHL (8:00) finals and the USNTDP’s run in the USHL playoffs (10:58). Then, they listen to Ryan’s interview with Syracuse Crunch coach Benoit Groulx (13:57), shine the 2018 draft spotlight on American defenseman Mattias Samuelsson (22:20) and break down the Boston Bruins’ prospect pipeline (25:03).

THN’s Edward Fraser, Ryan Kennedy and Ken Campbell discuss the state of refereeing in the playoffs thus far (0:45), Mark Scheifele’s development and the Nashville vs Winnipeg series (6:10), the results from Saturday night’s draft lottery and what each of the top three may do with their pick (13:44) and debate who’s the better goalie between Pekka Rinne and Connor Hellebuyck (24:28). Plus, they answer some reader questions (26:45).

THN’s Ken Campbell and prospect expert Ryan Kennedy discuss Canada’s disappointing exit from the World Under-18 Championships (0:48), Patrick Roy’s return to the helm of the QMJHL’s Quebec Remparts (7:39), and how the Toronto Marlies are looking in round one of the AHL playoffs (11:22). Plus, they listen to Ryan’s interview with QMJHL star Alex Lafreniere (16:06), shine the 2018 draft spotlight on power forward Serron Noel (21:10) and break down Buffalo’s prospect pipeline (25:20).

THN’s Matt Larkin, Ryan Kennedy and Ken Campbell discuss the impact Bill Peters could have as Calgary’s new head coach (0:30) and whether Chuck Fletcher deserved to be let go as Minnesota’s GM (5:15). Then, they preview the Nashville vs. Winnipeg (12:30) and Vegas vs. San Jose (21:52) round two matchups. Plus, they answer some reader questions (29:10).

THN’s Ken Campbell and prospect expert Ryan Kennedy discuss the start of the IIHF World under-18 tournament in Russia (0:45) and the OHL’s plans for a summer development league for kids (10:20). Plus, they listen to Ryan’s interview with Canada under-18 coach Don Hay (15:15), shine the 2018 draft spotlight on American center Jack Drury (23:10) and break down Calgary’s prospect pipeline (26:30).

THN’s Matt Larkin, Ryan Kennedy and Ken Campbell reflect on the Humboldt Broncos tragedy after Ken’s return from Saskatchewan (0:26). Then, they take a look at the teams trailing their round one matchups, including: Los Angeles being dominated by “underdog” Vegas (4:25), whether the Leafs, Devils and Avalanche have a chance to win their series after bouncing back in game three (10:27), if Braden Holtby can help Washington overtake Columbus (17:04), Minnesota’s chances after a dominant game three (21:45), if Anaheim is past their prime (23:25) and the back and forth Pittsburgh Philadelphia series (27:42). Plus, they discuss the department of player safety’s performance in the playoffs thus far (32:53) and answer a juicy reader question (37:04).

THN’s Ken Campbell and prospect expert Ryan Kennedy discuss some of University of Minnesota Duluth’s top prospects following their Frozen Four victory (0:42), Philippe Boucher’s future after leaving the Quebec Remparts (6:15) and AHL award winners Garret Sparks (8:55) and Sami Niku (11:18). Plus, they listen to Ryan’s interview with Flyers prospect Connor Bunnaman (13:35), shine the 2018 draft spotlight on Finnish forward Sampo Ranta (18:00) and break down the Carolina Hurricanes’ prospect pipeline (21:55).

THN’s Edward Fraser, Matt Larkin and Ryan Kennedy break down the Eastern Conference’s first round playoff matchups. Tampa Bay vs. New Jersey (0:31) Boston vs. Toronto (10:35) Washington vs. Columbus (19:33) Pittsburgh vs. Philadelphia (29:40)

THN’s Edward Fraser, Matt Larkin and Ryan Kennedy speak with Ken Campbell, who’s in Humboldt, Saskatchewan reporting on the community in the wake of Friday’s tragic bus crash (0:30). Then, they preview the first round playoff matchups in the Western Conference. Nashville vs. Colorado (12:27) Winnipeg vs. Minnesota (20:52) Vegas vs. L.A. (29:16) San Jose vs. Anaheim (38:10)

THN’s Ken Campbell and prospect expert Ryan Kennedy discuss Rimouski’s loss to Moncton in the first round of the QMJHL playoffs (0:49), Regina’s elimination from the WHL playoffs and problems with the Memorial Cup’s format (5:36), next year’s Memorial Cup host Halifax (10:40), USA’s under-18 team (12:41) and where phenom Jack Hughes could play next year (15:55). Plus, they listen to Ryan’s interview with Toronto Marlies forward Mason Marchment (19:53), shine the 2018 draft spotlight on Drummondville defenseman Nicolas Beudin (25:35) and take a look at Chicago’s prospect pipeline (30:20).

THN’s Matt Larkin, Ryan Kennedy and Ken Campbell discuss the Sedins’ retirement announcement and their Hall of Fame case (1:10), what Vancouver should do with their cap space this offseason (11:15), the Hart Trophy race (14:50), Brad Marchand’s latest fine, and whether he deserves further punishment from the league (21:35) and John Tavares’ most likely free agent destinations (27:34). Plus, they answer some reader questions (34:30).

THN’s Ken Campbell and prospect expert Ryan Kennedy discuss Casey Mittlestadt, Jordan Greenway, Eeli Tolvanen and other prospects making their NHL debuts at the end of the season (0:55), Panther’s prospect Adam Mascherin declining to sign an entry level deal with Florida (3:30), the ongoing NCAA Frozen Four tournament (8:00) and 2020 top prospect Alex Lafreniere’s crazy scoring season in Rimouski. Plus, they listen to Ryan’s interview with Boston first rounder Jack Studnicka, shine the 2018 draft spotlight on German forward Dominik Bokk (19:52) and break down Colorado’s prospect pipeline (23:45).

THN’s Edward Fraser, Ryan Kennedy and Ken Campbell discuss St. Louis’ re-emergence in the Western Conference playoff race (1:15), who the frontrunner for the Norris trophy are (7:49), John Carlson’s career year and what it will mean for his free agency (11:56), whether the CWHL and NWHL could become affiliated with the NHL in the coming years (14:40) and Blake Wheeler’s fight at Jets practice (23:00). Plus, they answer some reader questions (27:58).