The Hockey News Podcast

THN’s Edward Fraser and prospect expert Ryan Kennedy discuss the latest prospect news (0:30), play Ryan’s interview with USNTDP defenseman K’Andre Miller (6:00), shine the 2018 draft spotlight on defenseman Quinton Hughes (10:40) and analyze the haul of prospects Vegas acquired from the expansion and entry drafts (13:32).

THN’s Matt Larking, Ryan Kennedy and Ken Campbell conclude their division previews by breaking down the Pacific and ranking its teams. Vegas’ inaugural season won’t be pretty, but they have some interesting pieces. (1:13)| Vancouver’s plan is still unclear, but their future looks brighter if they let their young guys play. (6:47)| After a busy offseason, the Coyotes look to be on the cusp of playoff contention. (11:07) | Has the Kings’ run of contention ended for good? (16:44) | San Jose is getting older and their championship window may have closed (20:40) | Calgary looks like a contender, but will Mike Smith be good enough to push them over the edge? (23:44) | The Oilers are cup favourites as long as they can execute (28:15) | The Ducks have depth, but are they good enough to go all the way? (33:10)

THN’s Edward Fraser and prospect expert Ryan Kennedy sit down to discuss the latest NHL prospect news (0:30), listen to Ryan’s interview with Vegas Golden Knights first rounder Cody Glass (6:35), shine the 2018 draft spotlight on Joe Veleno (11:10) and analyze Washington’s prospect pipeline (15:34).

The Hockey News' Edward Fraser, Ryan Kennedy and Ken Campbell continue their division previews with a look at the Central, one of the league's strongest divisions. Do the Avalanche have any hope of improving on a miserable 2016/17? (0:26)| Can newly acquired Steve Mason finally help the Jets' goaltending get over the hump? (5:58)| Does Minnesota have enough star power to break through a tough division? (14:00) | The Blues look poised to make a jump after the Brayden Schenn trade. (17:06) | The Blackhawks still have questions on their back end after an entertaining offseason. (23:35) | Ken is skeptical Nashville's strength down the middle even after a franchise-best season. (30:00)| The Stars won the offseason, but is their dynamic offense good enough to lead them to cup contention? (36:17)

The Hockey News’ Edward Fraser and prospect expert Ryan Kennedy kick off the inaugural Prospect Podcast by discussing potential dark horse Calder candidate Alex Debrincat (1:02), a hot start in the KHL from Nashville prospect Eeli Tolvanen (2:30) and the recent injury news from this year’s #3 pick Miro Heiskanen (4:15). Ryan shares his interview with Rangers pick Lias Andersson from the World Junior Summer Showcase (5:56) before shining the 2018 draft spotlight on Brady Tkachuk (10:25) and breaking down the Winnipeg Jets’ prospect pipeline (16:07).

THN’s Matt Larkin, Ryan Kennedy and Ken Campbell continue their 2017 division previews by breaking down the Metropolitan. The rebuilding Devils need more help on the blueline (1:10) | Will the Islanders underachieve again? (6:33) | The young Flyers are close to contention, but is their goaltending good enough to compete for the playoffs? (11:10) | The Hurricanes look like a breakout team (15:12) | Do the Rangers have enough talent to make a deep playoff run? (19:00) | The Blue Jackets have the perfect roster for a John Tortorella coached team (24:00) | Ken has given up on Washington after yet another playoff disappointment (28:08) | The Penguins are still Stanley Cup favourites (33:03)

The Hockey News' Matt Larkin, Ryan Kennedy and Ken Campbell kick off their division previews by ranking teams in the Atlantic.

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This week on The Hockey News Podcast: --Will Jaromir Jagr be signed? Where does he fit? --Of teams that have had a quiet off-season, which ones should we be worried, or not worried, about? --Did McDavid "take one for the team" by taking less money than expected? --Reader Q's on Devils, Leafs, Canadiens and more.

This week on The Hockey News Podcast: --Talking free agency winners: Stars, Rangers, Maple Leafs --And losers: Capitals, Canadiens --Best remaining free agents --Reader questions on: Mike Fisher, Matt Duchene, breakout candidates for next season

This week on The Hockey News Podcast: --We discuss the five biggest names and best landing spots: Shattenkirk, Radulov, Alzner, Hanzal, Thornton --Our favorite bargain available --Our buyer beware picks --Reader questions on Red Wings defense, Sam Gagner, the Senators' targets and more.

This week on The Hockey News Podcast, we conduct our own mock draft of the entire first round of Friday's NHL entry draft.

This week on The Hockey News Podcast: --Where does Sidney Crosby rank on the list of all-time great players? --Can the Penguins win three Stanley Cups in a row? --Why the Predators will remain contenders --What Bob Boughner brings to the Panthers --Reader questions

This week on The Hockey News Podcast: --Who has the edge in Stanley Cup final now? --What trade should happen before expansion draft? --Which team will be most hurt by the expansion draft --Why the Devils should consider trading Cory Schneider