The Hockey News Podcast

THN’s Edward Fraser and Ryan Kennedy discuss the latest prospect news around the hockey world, including Carter Hart’s shutout record (0:30), Elias Petterson’s incredible start in Sweden (1:40) and the upcoming World Jr. A Challenge (4:35). Plus, they listen to Ryan’s interview with University of Minnesota commit Blake McLaughlin (8:10), shine the 2018 draft spotlight on Guelph defenseman Ryan Merkly (14:20) and take a look at Ottawa’s future, which includes perhaps the league’s best prospect (19:07).

THN’s Matt Larkin, Ryan Kennedy and Ken Campbell discuss the latest news around the world of hockey. Topics include: Was Radko Gudas’ suspension is long enough? (0:15) | Has Clayton Keller been surpassed in the Calder race? (7:45) | And the top upcoming UFAs not named John Tavares (14:50). Plus, they answer some listener questions (21:53).

THN’s Edward Fraser and prospect expert Ryan Kennedy discuss the latest prospect news around the hockey world, including the ongoin CHL Russia series (0:40) and the demotion of Devils’ prospect Mikey McLeod. Plus, they listen to Ryan’s interview with the NCAA Denver Pioneers coach Jim Montgomery (3:45), shine the 2018 draft spotlight on Finnish center Jesper Kotkaniemi (13:10) and break down Philadelphia’s ample pool of prospects (17:22).

THN’s Matt Larkin, Ryan Kennedy and Ken Campbell discuss the latest news around the world of hockey. Topics include: The Hockey Hall of Fame class of 2017 (0:18), whether Chicago’s run of contention is coming to an end (9:55), Vadim Shipyachov’s departure from Vegas (15:29) and Gary Bettman’s recent comments about the 2022 Beijing Olympics (22:05). Plus, answers to some listener questions (28:00).

THN’s Edward Fraser and prospect expert Ryan Kennedy take a look at the latest prospect news around the hockey world, including Owen Tippett and Kailer Yamamoto being sent back to junior (0:25), the Five Nations tournament (2:48) and the NCAA’s unheralded Northeastern Huskies (5:45). Plus, they listen to Ryan’s interview with Canucks prospect Kole Lind (7:39), shine the 2018 draft spotlight on defenseman Jett Woo (14:40) and analyze Pittsburgh’s prospect pipeline (19:20).

THN’s Matt Larkin, Ryan Kennedy and Ken Campbell break down all three sides to the Matt Duchene trade and which team they think came out on top. Plus, the guys talk about Vancouver’s surprising start (17:10), Connor Hellebuyck and the Jets (22:10) and answer some listener questions (25:55).

THN’s Edward Fraser and prospect expert Ryan Kennedy take a look at the latest prospect news around the hockey world, including a preview of the first CHL Russia series game (0:27) and the Upper Midwest high school hockey tournament (2:17). Plus, they listen to Ryan’s interview with Halifax Mooseheads GM Cam Russell (6:45), shine the 2018 draft spotlight on Canadian center Ryan McGregor (15:12) and break down the prospects in St. Louis’ system (19:20).

THN’s Matt Larkin Ryan Kennedy and Ken Campbell are back to discuss the latest news around the NHL. Topics include: Edmonton’s struggles and whether they need to make a move (0:30) | Is Toronto’s recent slump a cause for concern? (7:28) | Does NYI’s solid start bode well for keeping John Tavares? (12:45) | Plus, Matt shares his interview with Jonathan Toews, guest editor of THN’s upcoming special issue (17:20), and the guys answer some listener questions (29:30).

THN’s Edward Fraser and prospect expert Ryan Kennedy discuss the latest prospect news from around the NHL and beyond. Topics include: Canadian Olympic hopefuls out of the NCAA (0:30), NHL rookies looking to stake their claim after the nine game mark (2:18) and an interview with Niagara Ice Dogs center Akil Thomas (8:35). Plus, the 2018 draft spotlight is on Russian sniper Dmitri Zavgorodny (14:15), and the guys take a look at the state of the San Jose Sharks’ prospect pool (16:47).

THN’s Matt Larking, Ryan Kennedy and Ken Campbell discuss the latest news around the hockey world. Topics include: Montreal’s struggles to score, and stop, the puck (0:18), Buffalo’s slow start and what to do with Rasmus Ristolainen (11:53) and Tampa Bay’s early season dominance (19:35). Plus, an interview with Southern Professional Hockey League President Jim Combs about his league’s exciting new playoff format (23:30) and answers to some reader questions (34:50).

THN’s Edward Fraser and prospect expert Ryan Kennedy discuss the latest prospect news, including the NCAA’s top upcoming free agents (0:30) and Dallas pick Miro Heiskanen’s hot start (3:30), listen to Ryan’s interview with Canucks goalie prospect Thatcher Demko, shine the 2018 draft spotlight on probable second overall pick Andrei Svechnikov (12:30) and analyze the prospects in Tampa Bay’s pipeline (17:49).

THN's Matt Larkin, Ryan Kennedy and Ken Campbell are back to break down the latest news around the league and Ken's Bladerunner hot takes. The guys discuss: Despite getting older, Chicago and LA have looked like contenders early on (3:24) | The Leafs have been the league's scariest team (8:35) | Where could Auston Matthews rank among Hart trophy candidates? (11:30) | Why are Edmonton and the Rangers playing so poorly? (17:48) | Ken Dryden's views on head contact (28:40) | Plus, answer listener questions (32:23).

THN's Edward Fraser and prospect expert Ryan Kennedy discuss the latest prospect headlines around the league (0:30), play Ryan's interview with Boston University head coach David Quinn (4:35), shine the 2018 draft spotlight on Spokane defenseman Ty Smith (15:21) and take a look at Toronto's top prospects and farm system (20:10).

After technical difficulties last week, THN’s Matt Larkin, Ryan Kennedy and Ken Campbell return to discuss all the news from the first week of the season. Is trouble brewing in Vegas after demoting three of their players to the AHL to start the season? A mid-podcast phone call from George McPhee helps clear things up (0:45) | NJ, Colorado and Detroit have all gotten off to hot starts. Could any of them be legit this season? (6:55) | Buffalo and Montreal have both been slow out of the gate. Should their fans be worried? (12:57) | Are Peter Forsberg’s complaints about Matt Duchene fair? (17:09) | The guys weigh in on the stance JT Brown has taken during the anthem (21:30) | Plus, answer some listener questions (25:50).

THN’s Edward Fraser and prospect expert Ryan Kennedy discuss the latest prospect news (0:30), prospects to watch in the NCAA (3:34), share Ryan’s interview with USHL Lincoln Stars general manager John Hull (7:40), shine the 2018 draft spotlight on Filip Zadina (15:15) and take a look at the rebuilding Vancouver Canucks’ growing pool of prospects (19:15).