Best Band Room Nation Podcasts (2024)

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Boudreau: "VGK didn't do enough in the off-season" 32:04

3h ago32:04

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Current NHL Network analyst Bruce Boudreau says didn't do enough during the offseason. He said the most significant moves happened at the trade deadline with the acquisitions of Noah Hanifin and Tomas Hertl. He feels VGK lost more talent than it acquired, with a mass exodus of 8 players via free agency and trades. We discuss whether VGK should go a…

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Samsonov chirps Ullmark on Instagram 32:33

2h ago32:33

32:33

Why did Ilya Samsonov comment on Linus Ullmark's Instagram? Plus, is Chandler Stephenson's contract the worst offseason signing? And, who will play more games for VGK this season Brisson, Holtz or Olofsson?By Locked On Podcast Network

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Why Guardian Caps should be worn by VGK/NHL players 32:59

20h ago32:59

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Now that the NFL has allowed players to wear Guardian Caps, added padding on their helmets, maybe it's time for the NHL to allow players to follow suit. The NFL has had different positional players wear the Guardian Caps the past two preseasons. The NFL says they feel concussions have dropped 50%. We also discuss the NHL concussion issue. And, who …

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Is VGK lacking team speed? 36:20

4d ago36:20

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We dug up some data on VGK and its team speed and we found out that overall the Golden Knights are lacking overall team speed. To no one's surprise, Jack Eichel has the best overall speed, while Ivan Barbashev and Mark Stone topped out at a little over 20 mph, the lowest on the team. We also discuss the NHL.com projected VGK lineup this season and …

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Predictions for VGK goalie starts this season 37:00

7d ago37:00

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On today's show we predict the amount of starts for each VGK goalie: Adin Hill, Ilya Samsonov and Akira Schmid. Will we see just three goaltenders in action for VGK? Will Hill and Samonsov's starts be divided equally. We break up the goaltending pie. We also discuss whether Hill or former VGK goalie Logan Thompson will represent Team Canada in the …

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VGK's best and worst moves of the offseason 31:54

6d ago31:54

31:54

We discuss the best and worst VGK moves of the offseason following a mass exodus. We cover each area in the first two segments then we talk about whether the longer offseason for VGK will be beneficial.By Locked On Podcast Network

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What will VGK's defensive pairings look like this upcoming season? 36:18

8d ago36:18

36:18

With the departure of Alec Martinez, the Golden Knights defensive pairings should have a different look this season. How much different will it be? Logically, Noah Hanifin, a left-handed shot could slot in with Alex Pietrangelo on the top pairing. Other favorites for pairings; McNabb-Theodore and Hague-Whitecloud. We have some thoughts on how the p…

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VGK Free Agents and their roles this upcoming season 36:07

11d ago36:07

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We run down the free agent class that VGK signed after the season ended and go through the impact of each player and where they will fit in. We also discuss the firing of Sportsnet's Jeff Marek after allegedly sharing insider information at the NHL Draft at the Sphere. And, it's WTF - What The Friday with viewer and listener comments.…

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VGK's Cassidy named to Team Canada Four-Nations coaching staff 30:37

12d ago30:37

30:37

VGK's Bruce Cassidy has been named as an assistant coach for Team Canada for the 2025 Four-Nations Face-off. Cassidy will join Team Canada's head coach Jon Cooper and assistants Peter DeBoer, Rick Tocchet and Misha Donskov. DeBoer is a former VGK head coach and Donskov was on the Stanley Cup VGK coaching staff. Boston Bruins GM, Don Sweeney, who fi…

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How to keep the VGK band together in the future 30:46

14d ago30:46

30:46

How can VGK keep its team together for sustained success? In the future VGK can follow the Boston Bruins model where players take a team-friendly contract. That's our main discussion point. We also discuss what four VGK players would be unprotected if there was an expansion draft today. And, we have the schedule release for the upcoming Rookie Camp…

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VGK draft pick Connelly misses Junior Showcase with injury 31:52

14d ago31:52

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VGK's top draft pick Trevor Connelly missed this week's World Junior Summer Showcase with an unknown injury. Connelly, according to FloHockey's Chris Peters, reportedly suffered an injury while training for the NHL Combine. Connelly was also shut down after the first VGK Development Camp scrimmage after reportedly suffering an injury, which has als…

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Does VGK have a No. 1 defenseman? 31:07

18d ago31:07

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We ask if VGK has a number one defenseman. We also talk about top VGK Fantasy players for the upcoming season. And we have our WTF feature.By Locked On Podcast Network

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Which player will have a breakout season? 32:55

19d ago32:55

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We discuss who is capable of having a breakout season on today's episode. Also, what needs to go right for VGK to have a successful season? And, the unexpected we expect to happen.By Locked On Podcast Network

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Grades for VGK personnel 37:33

21d ago37:33

37:33

We break down grades for Bruce Cassidy, Jack Eichel, William Karlsson, Mark Stone, Adin Hill, Alex Pietrangelo and Shea Theodore.By Locked On Podcast Network

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VGK's strength up the middle 36:55

25d ago36:55

36:55

We used the old Bill James (Baseball Abstract) method of determining strength up the middle. In baseball it is believe that you must have a strong catcher, 2nd baseman, shortstop and centerfielder to compete. We took that model and applied it to VGK's centermen - Eichel, Hertl, Karlsson and Roy. It is a very strong center position. Our only concern…

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Did Bruce Cassidy lose the locker room? 34:37

26d ago34:37

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Did Bruce Cassidy lose the locker room this past season? Has his voice gone stale as it did in Boston, which led to his eventual firing? Did his pushing buttons work for VGK? We also discuss VGK damage control around Trevor Connelly. And could Daniel Sprong be a Golden Knights target as he is still unsigned.…

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Improved Pacific Division 35:18

27d ago35:18

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With teams improving in the Pacific Division, the path to the playoffs will be more difficult for VGK. The Division improved overall in the offseason. Three teams that made, perhaps, the most improvements are Vancouver, Edmonton and Seattle. The Kings didn't make many solid moves, but should still be in contention. We discuss the lack of forward de…

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How will VGK replace Marchessault on power play? 33:39

28d ago33:39

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Jonathan Marchessault left 15 power play points (8 goals) behind as he moved on to his new home in Nashville. Marchessaul was the second leading scorer to Jack Eichel's 22 points. Our guess is power play unit #1 could consist of Eichel, Hertl, Stone, Hanifan and perhaps Olaffson or Barbeshev. We also discuss what an optimal 3rd line might look like…

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Recap of the Battle For Vegas 34:32

29d ago34:32

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A recap of the annual Battle For Vegas Softball game. And, Jack Eichel owns Las Vegas.By Locked On Podcast Network

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Did Ivan Barbeshev live up to expectations this past season? 35:39

1M ago35:39

35:39

Did VGK top liner Ivan Barbeshev live up to his expectations this season? He scored 45 points, his second highest point total in the league. We discuss his durability having played in 245 games (missing just one game) the past three seasons. We talk about a JFresh fan vote ranking the top NHL defensemen. And, it is that time of the week again, WTF.…

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VGK's path this season: rebuild or transition? 32:50

1M ago32:50

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We discuss what lies ahead for the Vegas Golden Knights this season will this be a rebuild of the team after free agency or a season of transition. Only time will tell if dumping some of the free agent salaries was a good move or not. We talk about where VGK is rated on the most (or least) improved list. And, with CapFriendly gone, VGK's own stats …

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Who is the Next Man Out for VGK? 37:17

1M ago37:17

37:17

We talk about who we think the next man out for VGK will be. There has been a lot of talk about Shea Theodore still being on the trading block. And a lot of rumors have been swirling this week around Brayden McNabb. Could he be someone of value for another team? We look at the AFP Analytics salary and term predictions for next season. And, we discu…

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Thompson said he tried to be No. 1 but VGK had other plans 32:55

1M ago32:55

32:55

Logan Thompson told Fox-5 Las Vegas' Vinnie Sapienza that he asked for a larger role and more minutes with the Golden Knights. He said he was told by Kelly McCrimmon that Adin Hill is VGK's guy, and that's when Thompson requested a trade. L.T. said there is no bad blood between him and the organization. Thompson said he has nothing against the team…

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VGK or Nashville - which team scores more points next season? 34:06

1M ago34:06

34:06

Now that Jonathan Marchessault has been signed with Nashville for the next five seasons, we want to talk about what time made out on the deal and the projected points for each team this season. JFresh Analytics projected VGK will finish third in the Pacific with 97 points. The Predators are projected to have 96 points and finish in fifth in the Cen…

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Grading McCrimmon's off-season moves 38:44

1M ago38:44

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We grade the off-season moves by Kelly McCrimmon so far. Seven players have left the organization via trade or free agency signings elsewhere. Are the replacements going to be able to fill the voids that the team is left with? VGK has to replace 197 goals as a result of the changes. Free agents Pavel Dorofeyev and Kaeden Korczak were re-signed. We …

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Where will Olofsson slot in? 36:17

1M ago36:17

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The Golden Knights added six-year NHL veteran Victor Olofsson to their roster Tuesday. Olofsson comes to VGK as a free agent, formerly of the Buffalo Sabres. He could slot in on the third line with fellow Swede William Karlsson or be reunited with former Sabres linemate Jack Eichel. Olofsson had a career high of 40 points during the 2022-23 season.…

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Seven VGK free agents walk 38:46

1M ago38:46

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We discuss why VGK was unable to sign any of its free agents and if Las Vegas continues to be a hot destination for the free agent market. Are there more moves ahead for VGK or will the organization stand pat and hope that they can fill in gaps with depth pieces. We recap Kelly McCrimmon's press conference and we talk about the signing of backup go…

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Marchessault signs 5-year deal with Nashville 33:54

1M ago33:54

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The Nashville Predators announced Jonathan Marchessault inked a five-year contract, not much after the free agency window opened Monday morning. Marchessault was an unrestricted free agent for VGK. He signed for an AAV of $5.5-million a year. The Predators also signed VGK target Steven Stamkos, the former Lightning Captain, and defenseman Brady Skj…

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Marchessault hits free agent market 37:20

1M ago37:20

37:20

Unable to come to terms with the Vegas Golden Knights, star winger and 2023 Conn Smythe Award Winner, Jonathan Marchessault will hit the free agent market today. Meanwhile, the Golden Knights are expected make a run for free agent center Steven Stamkos, as are a number of NHL teams. Who else could fill the void that Marchessault left, should he mov…

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Logan Thompson traded to the Capitals for draft picks 37:05

2M ago37:05

37:05

Logan Thompson's name has circulated a lot lately with reports that he could be traded. On Saturday morning, Thompson was traded to the Washington Capitals in exchange for third rounders in this year's draft and in 2025. The pick in the third round Saturday amounted to selecting another goalie, Pavel Moysevich, of the KHL. We discussed the impact o…

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Vegas Golden Knights Draft Trevor Connelly in 2024 NHL Draft 4:27

2M ago4:27

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Vegas Golden Knights Draft Trevor Connelly in 2024 NHL Draft The Vegas Golden Knights have selected Trevor Connelly with the nineteenth pick in the 2024 NHL Draft. Follow & Subscribe on all Podcast platforms… 🎧 https://link.chtbl.com/LOGoldenKnights?sid=YouTube Locked On NHL League-Wide: Every Team, Fantasy, Prospects & More 🎧 https://linktr.ee/Loc…

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NHL Draft Weekend is here! 36:41

2M ago36:41

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We welcome the NHL Draft to the Sphere in Las Vegas this weekend. VGK will have four picks in the draft starting with the first pick at #19. Our Chris Gawlik selected left winger Trevor Connolley with the pick. Five rounds will go by before VGK has another selection. We recap the NHL Awards. And, its WTF time again.…

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Report: talks continuing with Marchessault 31:25

2M ago31:25

31:25

Talks are continuing between Jonathan Marchessault's camp and the Golden Knights according to David Pagnotta of the Fourth Period. Pagnotta reported that Pat Brisson, Marchessault's agent, told him both sides want to make a deal, but said the Golden Knights first need to create extra cap space. The clock is ticking as free agency officially starts …

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What needs to happen first for dominoes to fall right for VGK? 37:12

2M ago37:12

37:12

The Golden Knights need to start having dominoes fall as we get closer to the official start of free agency. We talked about having a sense of urgency, clearing cap space and signing a name player as part of what could be the domino effect. We have figured out that Mantha, Carrier, Amadio and Martinez are most likely gone. Stephenson and Marchessau…

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Panthers hoist Cup - hockey world heads to Las Vegas 30:54

2M ago30:54

30:54

The Florida Panthers outlasted the Edmonton Oilers in an epic seventh game, 2-1, to capture the first Stanley Cup in its history. In the end, battling back from 0-3 to force a seventh game was a monumental task for Edmonton. The Oilers simply ran out of gas, especially the final two minutes of Game 7. Florida wins the series 4-3. Conner McDavid won…

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Several NHL teams inquire about VGK goaltenders 33:13

2M ago33:13

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According to national media reports, there have been several teams inquiring about VGK goaltenders Adin Hill and Logan Thompson. Both have expiring contracts after this season. According to David Pagnotta of the Fourth Period, theams that have inquired about VGK netminders include Toronto, Ottawa, Detroit, Buffalo and Carolina. One of the top targe…

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Unanswered questions heading into free agency 37:20

2M ago37:20

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There are a lot of questions that need to be answered by VGK as free agency is looming. At the top of the list is what is happening with Jonathan Marchessault negotiations? Are there deals on the table? Are the two sides close? And what about the other pending free agents? We preview Cup Final Game 6 and have WTF comments.…

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Will Pacific Division trades force VGK into early moves? 33:20

2M ago33:20

33:20

There were a few moves in the NHL Wednesday that impacted the Pacific Division. We ask if the Golden Knights will be forced to start making moves of their own soon? The Pacific saw the Kings trade for goalie Darcy Kuemper while unloading PLB. The Flames traded away goalie Jacob Markstrom as its youth movement continues. Ty Dellandrea was traded fro…

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Growth of VGK's farm system 35:20

2M ago35:20

35:20

We talk about VGK's minor league growth on today's show as we await the official announcement of the new ECHL franchise in Lake Tahoe. We also discuss women's professional hockey in Las Vegas as team President Kerry Bubolz says in a report that he would want a PWHL franchise when there is expansion. And we recap the thrilling Game 5 of the Stanley …

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Jack Eichel over/under point projection 35:26

2M ago35:26

35:26

We talk about projections for Jack Eichel points for this upcoming season. Eichel played in 63 games this past season and tallied 68. We are projecting around 75 points for the upcoming campaign. We also have the odds to win the Cup in 2025. And we talk Stanley Cup Game 5.By Locked On Podcast Network

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Why would VGK want to sign 35 year-old Patrick Kane? 31:24

2M ago31:24

31:24

For at least the past couple of years, there have been rumors about VGK trying to acquire veteran superstar Patrick Kane, the three-time Stanley Cup Champion. Prior to signing with the Detroit Red Wings this past season, Kane's name was linked to the Golden Knights. It is believed he didn't want to venture west due to the tougher travel schedule. K…

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Stuck in the minors in Henderson 34:13

2M ago34:13

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The more VGK signs big name veteran players, the fewer the chances are for players to be brought up to the NHL level from Henderson and the Silver Knights. We talk about some players that are buried in the AHL in Henderson and the only opportunity for them could be a trade or picked up on waivers. We also recap the NHL Stanley Cup Final Game 3 and …

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Marner to Las Vegas trade rumors heating up? 34:05

2M ago34:05

34:05

Eliott Friedman of Sportsnet cited sources Wednesday as saying VGK could be getting serious about trade talks with Toronto for Mitch Marner. He reported VGK could offer Shea Theodore and Logan Thompson as part of a potential trade. Marner would have to lift his No Move Clause to come to Las Vegas. And, VGK might have to sweeten the pot with a prosp…

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VGK to have new ECHL franchise in Tahoe 33:00

2M ago33:00

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The Golden Knights will have a new ECHL affiliate and it appears the team will now be located in Lake Tahoe. The Tahoe Knight Monsters begin their inaugural campaign this Fall. This ends a two-year relationship with the Savannah Ghost Pirates. A formal announcement is due Monday. The team has a brand new arena, the Tahoe Blue Event Center. 2007 Hei…

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How much does Mark Stone have left in the tank? 34:53

2M ago34:53

34:53

Mark Stone has had major injuries in each of the past three seasons that affected his playing time. He's had two back surgeries and this past season he was sent to the LTIR with a lacerated spleen. Stone played in 56 games this past season and almost had a point per game (53 points.) He has played in just 136 regular season games the past three sea…

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Cap officially increases, what does it mean for VGK? 29:32

2M ago29:32

29:32

The NHL announced the salary cap for the upcoming season this past weekend, and it's slightly higher, by about $300k than originally projected. The cap will be $88-million this season, an increased of $4.5 million. The Golden Knights could use some of the additional cap money to pay UFA Jonathan Marchessault, if it so chooses. The team is cap-strap…

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VGK's impact on the Stanley Cup Final 37:58

2M ago37:58

37:58

VG's impact on the Florida-Edmonton SCF series - a couple of areas stand out to us that could be beneficial to either team. We remember Sean Burke's powerpoint presentation "How to beat Bobrovsky." In the presentation, the goalie coach found that Bob crouches to find pucks, so he told VGK to go top shelf. That's how Shea Theodore scored a goal in t…

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Was this the best team that VGK ever had? 31:48

2M ago31:48

31:48

Was it the best team VGK ever fielded this past year? That is what Kelly McCrimmon asserted after the season. What about the 2023 team that won the Cup? Was this the best team on paper? The Golden Knights added Tomas Hertl, Anthony Mantha and Noel Hanifin. We also talk about William Carrier and who will take his spot on the fourth line. And, Dave G…

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Based on history, Marchessault negotiations could come down to the wire 31:12

2M ago31:12

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It could come down to the 11th hour in negotiations between VGK and Jonathan Marchessault's camp. Historically the Golden Knights have come down to the wire with player negotiations in the past. The last time VGK had to bargain with a player, Nic Hague finally received a deal the day before the 2022 season. Another topic on the show is whether Las …

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Adin Hill: Flash in the pan? 30:04

2M ago30:04

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Today we ask the question if Adin Hill was a one-hit wonder after excelling in the 2023 Cup run? We have an argument on both sides as Hill, along with Logan Thompson, are entering their contract years. Hill has a record of 12-3 in the playoffs and is 36-19 over the past two seasons. Could it be that he goes from the outhouse to the penthouse and sl…

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