Best Ross Levitan Podcasts (2024)

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Ring Of Honour Draft: Biggest 'What Ifs' In Ottawa Senators History 51:05

22h ago51:05

51:05

Second last Ring of Honour for the summer! Ross Levitan and Brandon Piller are joined by Marc Burnham to draft our biggest What If moments in Ottawa Senators history. Go to @SensCentral on Twitter to vote for who has the best team. Follow the show on TWITTER, INSTAGRAM, subscribe on YOUTUBE and please check out the SensCentral Merch Store! Support …

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US Hockey Hall of Fame Names its 2024 Class, plus Marc Staal retires & the latest PWHL News 28:41

19h ago28:41

28:41

On today’s show, we recognize the US Hockey Hall of Fame Class of 2024: Matt Cullen, Kevin Dineen, Chicago Blackhawks founder Frederic McLaughlin, Brianna Decker, and the US 2002 Paralympic Sled Hockey Team. We also follow up on the Celebrations of Life for Matthew & Johnny Gaudreau, including vigils held by the Calgary Flames & Columbus Blue Jacke…

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Ottawa Senators Announce PTO Signings: Calen Addison & Nikolay Kulemin | Immediate Reaction 24:46

2d ago24:46

24:46

Ross Levitan gives his initial thoughts on the Sens signing 38-year old forward Nikolay Kulemin and 24-year old defenseman Calen Addison to Professional Tryouts. Follow the show on TWITTER, INSTAGRAM, subscribe on YOUTUBE and please check out the SensCentral Merch Store! Support us by supporting our sponsors! Glebe Central Pub: Your neighbourhood p…

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Who's the NHL's best center and can anyone catch Connor McDavid? 34:54

1d ago34:54

34:54

Join hosts Nick Zararis and Hunter Hodies on this edition of Locked on NHL for an in-depth discussion about the best centers in the NHL today. What's the requisite skill set for elite play down the middle? What's the next wave of young talent look like? Can anyone catch Connor McDavid, Nathan MacKinnon, and Auston Matthews? Support Us By Supporting…

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SensCentral Citizen: Being The Only Senators Fan In A Leafs Family, Why Linus Ullmark Is An X-Factor 39:42

3d ago39:42

39:42

The Dominik Kubalik era in Ottawa has come and gone as he signs a new deal in Switzerland! Brandon Piller and Ross Levitan discuss the curious case of Kubalik coming to the Sens and falling off a cliff and now ultimately leaving the NHL after just five seasons. We have a SensCentral Citizen, it’s Rob (@swingbatta77)! He tells us about growing up as…

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NHL Eastern Conference Breakout Candidates 32:50

1h ago32:50

32:50

Ross Levitan (Locked On Senators) and Mike DiStefano (Locked On Maple Leafs) cover all the biggest stories from the NHLs Eastern Conference. Support Us By Supporting Our Sponsors! FanDuel Get buckets with your first bet on FanDuel, America’s Number One Sportsbook. Right now, NEW customers get ONE HUNDRED AND FIFTY DOLLARS in BONUS BETS with any win…

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Burning Questions for Anaheim, Calgary and Chicago for 2024-25! 31:12

5h ago31:12

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In this episode of the Locked On NHL podcast, hosts Seth Toupal and JD Young tackle the burning questions for three Western Conference teams: the Anaheim Ducks, Calgary Flames, and Chicago Blackhawks. They delve into Anaheim's quiet offseason and ponder the team's direction, questioning whether the Ducks can finally become competitive. The discussi…

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Remembering the Life and Legacy of Johnny Gaudreau On and Off the Ice 33:02

1h ago33:02

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Today we remember the late Johnny Gaudreau and his legacy on and off the ice. Columbus Blue Jackets forward Johnny Gaudreau and his brother Matthew were killed Thursday when they were hit by a car while driving their bicycles. The driver was allegedly under the influence of alcohol at the time of the accident. Jay Forster of Locked On Blue Jackets …

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David St-Louis Interview: Why EliteProspects Ranked The Ottawa Senators Prospect Pool 25th In NHL 40:56

6d ago40:56

40:56

An elite guest on todays show! Ross Levitan and Brandon Piller are joined by David St-Louis from EliteProspects to chat about why they ranked the Ottawa Senators prospect pool 25th in the NHL. We get deep into Carter Yakemchuk's potential, why the group at EP is super high on Javon Moore and the trio of 4th round picks Ottawa selected, and a whole …

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The Hockey World Mourns the Tragic Passing of Johnny Gaudreau 31:52

3h ago31:52

31:52

The hockey world lost one of its stars when we learned that Columbus Blue Jackets forward Johnny Gaudreau and his brother Matthew were killed in a car accident. The driver was allegedly under the influence and the Gaudreaus were riding bicycles at the time. We discuss Gaudreau's legacy and react to the tragic news. Plus, we look at some of the bigg…

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Ring Of Honour Draft: Most Polarizing Players In Ottawa Senators History 50:58

3h ago50:58

50:58

Ross Levitan and Brandon Piller are joined by Nick Spence for a Ring of Honour Draft to try and determine the most polarizing players in Sens history. Vote! @SensCentral Follow the show on TWITTER, INSTAGRAM, subscribe on YOUTUBE and please check out the SensCentral Merch Store! Support us by supporting our sponsors! Glebe Central Pub: Your neighbo…

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Ottawa Senators Sign Stanley Cup Champion Nick Cousins To One-Year Contract | Immediate Reaction 23:17

9d ago23:17

23:17

Ross Levitan and Brandon Piller give their initial reaction to the Ottawa Senators signing forward Nick Cousins to a one year contract! Follow the show on TWITTER, INSTAGRAM, subscribe on YOUTUBE and please check out the SensCentral Merch Store! Support us by supporting our sponsors! Glebe Central Pub: Your neighbourhood pub in the heart of the Gle…

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What makes the best wingers in the NHL work today? 32:33

8d ago32:33

32:33

Join hosts Nick Zararis and Hunter Hodies on this edition of Locked on NHL for a wide-ranging conversation about the state of the winger position in today's NHL. With gaudy point totals, wicked releases, and blistering skating, the winger position has never been more robust in the NHL. Who cracks the top ten in today's game and who just missed out?…

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NHL Eastern Conference Bounce-Back Candidates 35:23

20m ago35:23

35:23

Ross Levitan (Locked On Senators) and Mike DiStefano (Locked On Maple Leafs) cover all the biggest stories from the NHLs Eastern Conference. For you next listen, check out out the Locked On NHL podcast, where the season never ends providing national expertise with a local perspective. Click HERE to listen now. Part of the Locked On Podcast Network.…

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SensCentral Citizen: Being An Ottawa Senators Fan In Newfoundland + Shane Pinto vs Josh Norris 42:30

10d ago42:30

42:30

Ottawa Senators hockey is getting closer so we want to know when do Sens fans lock in? Brandon Piller and Ross Levitan react to a twitter poll asking when fans lock in to gauge excitement for the upcoming season. We have a SensCentral Citizen! Today it’s @fellerpine! He tells us about being a Sens fan in Newfoundland, how he switched from being a L…

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The Sharks Win The Askarov Sweepstakes 31:48

1h ago31:48

31:48

On today's episode of the Lockdown NHL podcast, hosts Seth Toupal and JD Young examine the biggest stories in the Western Conference, including the San Jose Sharks trading for Yaroslav Askorav from the Nashville Predators. Examine how the Sharks found a massive piece in their rebuild and how they've set themselves up for future success. Then, the W…

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Angus Crookshank Interview + Social Media Erupts Over Ottawa Senators Updated Centre Ice Logo 40:58

6h ago40:58

40:58

The Ottawa Senators are showing us their new centre ice logo, and we love it! Brandon Piller and Ross Levitan take a look at the new centre ice logo design at Canadian Tire Centre. We also have #FriendOfTheShow Angus Crookshank on the show! Crooker tells us about the Belleville Senators playoff run, how his off-season is going and gives us a funny …

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Today We Look at the Fallout of Three Big NHL Offseason Trades & How Their Teams Are Helped By Them 33:39

12d ago33:39

33:39

The Montreal Canadiens have acquired Patrik Laine but where does Laine fit in to the lineup and what are the Habs plans for integrating him into the team on and off the ice? Laura Saba of Locked On Canadiens joins us to discuss who benefits and who loses from the Laine trade and who will play with the newest Habs player. The Ottawa Senators have ac…

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Are Prospects Going to Seek More Control Over Their NHL Destiny? Plus Amanda Kessel's New Gig and More 37:00

15d ago37:00

37:00

Are prospects in the NHL beginning to seek more control over their own destiny? With Rutger McGroarty demanding a trade from the Winnipeg Jets and getting dealt to the Pittsburgh Penguins before he even played a game, is this becoming a trend? And are college prospects taking advantage of the four-year window they get to ask for trades from the tea…

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Ring Of Honour Draft: Ottawa Senators Playoff Heroes 55:39

3h ago55:39

55:39

It’s another Friday Ring of Honour episode! Brandon Piller and Ross Levitan are pleased to welcome on #FriendOfTheShow Jack Richardson (@jackrichardson)! Today’s topic is a nostalgic one with lots of good memories: The Ottawa Senators Most Memorable Playoff Heroes. Believe it or not, the Sens used to make the playoffs! Heroes were made whether it w…

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Who's the best goalie in the NHL entering the 2024-2025 season? 35:48

16d ago35:48

35:48

Join hosts Nick Zararis and Hunter Hodies on this edition of Locked on NHL for a deep dive on the state of the goaltending position in 2024, how it's evolving in real time and who the best in today's game are. Whether it's consistent stalwarts like Connor Hellebuyck of the Winnipeg Jets or newcomers like Jeremy Swayman of the Boston Bruins, the top…

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How Will Patrik Laine Fit With The Montreal Canadiens? 28:20

1h ago28:20

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Ross Levitan (Locked On Senators) and Mike DiStefano (Locked On Maple Leafs) cover all the biggest stories from the NHLs Eastern Conference. For you next listen, check out out the Locked On NHL podcast, where the season never ends providing national expertise with a local perspective. Click HERE to listen now. Part of the Locked On Podcast Network.…

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SensCentral Citizen: How To Be An Ottawa Senators Fan In Toronto + Hot Takes Ahead Of The Season 47:03

17d ago47:03

47:03

The Ottawa Senators season is getting closer! Brandon Piller and Ross Levitan react to a 22 second hype video the Sens put out and love every second of it! We have a SensCentral Citizen, it’s Andrew (@szteincreative)! Andrew gives us survival tips for how to be a Sens fan living in Toronto, his favourite nostalgic moments and his X-Factor player fo…

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Offer Sheet Drama Between The Oilers And The Blues 33:28

10d ago33:28

33:28

On today's episode of the Lockdown NHL podcast, hosts Seth Toupal and JD Young discuss the offer sheet drama between the Edmonton Oilers and the St. Louis Blues and where Dylan Holloway and Philip Broberg will be playing next season. We also examine the domino effect of Cody Ceci's trade to the San Jose Sharks and where that leaves the Sharks and O…

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Kevin Reidler Interview: A Unique Path To The NCAA, Sens Dev Camp Thoughts + Favourite Save To Make 38:57

19d ago38:57

38:57

Great to have catch up with another goalie on todays show! Ross Levitan and Brandon Piller are joined by Ottawa Senators goalie prospect Kevin Reidler to chat about when he started playing tendy, choosing to pursue NCAA opportunities instead of staying home in Sweden, and which sens prospects stood out at Dev Camp this summer. Follow the show on TW…

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The Rangers Look to Stay On Top, Is Jeremy Swayman a True Number 1 & Do the Canucks Have Depth on D? 31:58

19d ago31:58

31:58

The New York Rangers have lost some key players but are they still an elite Cup contender? Jon Chik of Locked On New York Rangers joins us to discuss the losses and additions the Rangers made this summer and what the keys are for them to continue to be an elite NHL team this season. The Boston Bruins made some big changes in goal with the trading o…

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Ring Of Honour Draft: Top Ottawa Senators Moments From 2023-24 NHL Season 46:53

22d ago46:53

46:53

Season Two: Ring of Honour is here! Ross Levitan, Brandon Piller and The Martian draft their top moments from the Sens season. Head over to Twitter @SensCentral to vote on who made the best list. Follow the show on TWITTER, INSTAGRAM, subscribe on YOUTUBE and please check out the SensCentral Merch Store! For you next listen, check out out the Locke…

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Longevity in the NHL: Who's Made it the Longest and Who Else Can Make the List 30:28

22d ago30:28

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Today we discuss NHL players who had long careers, from the great Gordie Howe, Mark Messier, Tim Horton, Chris Chelios, and Jaromir Jagr. What makes those players last so long and are there fewer players reaching 20 NHL seasons today. This year, four players have a chance to join the 20 NHL seasons club, including future HOFers Alex Ovechkin and Si…

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Power ranking the NHL's best defenseman 32:28

22d ago32:28

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Join hosts Nick Zararis and Hunter Hodies on this episode of locked on NHL for a wide ranging conversation about the state of the defenseman position. Including: the criteria for ranking players, what separates elite from great and why this might be the best crop of players ever at the position. Support Us By Supporting Our Sponsors! eBay Motors Fo…

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Toronto Maple Leafs Name Auston Matthews 26th Captain In Franchise History 33:05

24d ago33:05

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Ross Levitan (Locked On Senators) and Mike DiStefano (Locked On Maple Leafs) cover all the biggest stories from the NHLs Eastern Conference. Support Us By Supporting Our Sponsors! FanDuel Get buckets with your first bet on FanDuel, America’s Number One Sportsbook. Right now, NEW customers get ONE HUNDRED AND FIFTY DOLLARS in BONUS BETS with any win…

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SensCentral Citizen: Linus Ullmark Expectations, Importance Of Strong Start For The Ottawa Senators 46:59

24d ago46:59

46:59

The boys are getting excited for Ottawa Senators hockey, even if it is still a ways away! Brandon Piller and Ross Levitan discuss the vibes of Sens fans this off-season with cautious optimism. We have another great SensCentral Citizen, today it’s Tanner (@reiltanner)! Tanner tells us about becoming more and more of a Sens fan as he grew up, getting…

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Analyzing Potential Regression Candidates in the Western Conference 29:54

23d ago29:54

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On today's episode of the Lockdown NHL podcast, hosts Seth Toupal and JD Young dive into potential regression candidates in the Western Conference for the 2024-2025 season. They discuss players like Filip Forsberg, who might see a dip in performance due to increased competition on the Nashville Predators' roster, and Anze Kopitar, whose age and dec…

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Is Linus Ullmark The 10th Best NHL Goalie? + Interview With Sean Furfaro Talking Kitchener Sens 43:45

26d ago43:45

43:45

As a #GoalieFriendlyShow we are pleased to see an Ottawa Senators goaltender ranked in the top ten of the league! Brandon Piller and Ross Levitan discuss Ullmark as the tenth best tendy in the NHL, according to a recent list done by the NHL Network. We also have a special guest! Sean Furfaro (@seanfurfaro) the Rogers TV host for the Kitchener Range…

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The Panthers Are Hoping to Defend a Title, the Capitals Look Better While Excitement Reigns in Utah 31:59

26d ago31:59

31:59

There is real excitement in Salt Lake City and throughout Utah as Utah HC is just a month away from opening its first training camp. Robyn Leano of Locked On Utah HC joins us to discuss the exciting offseason moves Utah HC made to rebuild their blueline plus the buzz on and off the ice as they prepare for their first season in their new home. The F…

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2019 NHL Draft: Five Year Review, Does Shane Pinto Go Top-10 In A Re-Draft? 31:57

29d ago31:57

31:57

On today’s episode we go back in time and revisit the 2019 NHL Draft! Brandon Piller and Ross Levitan take a look at how the draft went in 2019. We reorganize the top ten picks the way we see them today, we look at some notable picks throughout the draft and we analyze how the Ottawa Senators did with all the prospects they selected. Follow the sho…

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Way Too Early Calder Trophy Predictions for the 2024-25 NHL Season 30:43

29d ago30:43

30:43

With NHL training camps about a month away, we begin to look ahead to the 2024-25 season. And one question everybody asks is who will win the Calder Trophy as the NHL's top rookie. Last year, Connor Bedard was the runaway winner but this year there is no clear but favorite to win the award. So, will either of the San Jose Sharks rookies bring home …

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Who's the best NHL first overall pick of the last ten years? 31:39

18d ago31:39

31:39

Join hosts Nick Zararis and Hunter Hodies on this episode of Locked on NHL for a wide ranging conversation ranking the last ten NHL first overall picks including: trajectory of careers going forward, how much they've lived up to their respective hypes, what could help their cases and if anyone can ever catch Connor McDavid. Support Us By Supporting…

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Stock Up, Stock Down: Eastern Conference edition 32:18

6d ago32:18

32:18

Gil MArtin (Locked On Islanders) and Mike DiStefano (Locked On Maple Leafs) cover all the biggest stories from the NHLs Eastern Conference. Follow & Subscribe on all Podcast platforms… 🎧 https://link.chtbl.com/LONHL?sid=YouTube Locked On NHL League-Wide: Every Team, Fantasy, Prospects & More 🎧 https://linktr.ee/LockedOnNHL Follow Locked On NHL on S…

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SensCentral Citizen: Do The Ottawa Senators Need To Add Another Defenceman? 43:10

25d ago43:10

43:10

Carter Yakemchuk has officially signed with the Ottawa Senators! Brandon Piller breaks down the news that the 7th overall pick has signed his entry level deal. How are his chances of making Team Canada for the World Juniors? We also have a SensCentral Citizen, it’s Marc! Marc tells us about falling in love with the Sens watching a Chris Neil fight,…

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Western Conference Breakout Candidates From Each Team 39:00

7d ago39:00

39:00

On today's Western Conference Tuesday edition of Locked on NHL, Seth and JD look at breakout candidates for each Western Conference Team. We start with the Anaheim Ducks and why Leo Carlsson will bounce back from an injury-plagued season to establish himself as a full 200-foot NHL player this season. We also examine why Logan Stankoven is going to …

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Hoyt Stanley Interview: Sens Dev Camp, Freshman Year At Cornell + Why He Owns Multiple Senators Jersey's 30:16

1M ago30:16

30:16

Ottawa Senators top prospect, Carter Yakemchuk was on the ice for Team Canada at the World Juniors Summer Showcase! Brandon Piller discusses how the 7th overall player looked as the 2nd pair right shot D and on the 2nd PP unit. We also have Sens prospect Hoyt Stanley on the show! Hoyt tells us about his freshman year at Cornell, playing with Connor…

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The Offseason Moves Continue as Teams Prepare for the New NHL Season Ahead 34:32

1M ago34:32

34:32

The Los Angeles Kings have been busy this offseason, but are they better, and is GM Rob Blake on the hot seat in LA? Is the goaltending situation better with Darcy Kuemper? Eddie Garcia of Locked On LA Kings joins us to discuss this and the Kings outlook for the coming season and beyond. The Montreal Canadiens have enjoyed a busy offseason as they …

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2018 NHL Draft: Six Year Review, Top-10 Re-Draft + Brady Tkachuk vs Quinn Hughes 33:58

1M ago33:58

33:58

It’s time to go back to 2018 and revisit how the NHL Draft panned out overall and how it shaped the Ottawa Senators franchise! Brandon Piller and Ross Levitan go over the draft from 6 years ago! We look at the Top 10 picks, notable picks and organize the Top 10 based on how we think those players are ranked now! Then we take a look at all of the pi…

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An Early Look at the NHL Free Agent Class of 2025 33:27

11d ago33:27

33:27

The NHL has a star studded potential free agent class next summer with star players like Leon Draisaitl., Sidney Crosby, Mitch Marner and John Tavares heading the list. But what are these players worth if they hit the open market and how can some of these teams like the Toronto Maple Leafs, Colorado Avalanche and Edmonton Oilers fit them under the …

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Power Ranking NHL team's next five years 36:55

12d ago36:55

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Join hosts Nick Zararis and Hunter Hodies on this episode of Locked on NHL for an in-depth conversation about the future of the NHL over the next five years and power ranking the futures of all 32 franchises. What teams are well positioned going into the near future to move into the contender class and who's currently a contender with hard decision…

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RFA signings bonanza, Laine requests trade, & Eric Staal announces retirement 30:29

1M ago30:29

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Gil MArtin (Locked On Islanders) and Mike DiStefano (Locked On Maple Leafs) cover all the biggest stories from the NHLs Eastern Conference. Follow & Subscribe on all Podcast platforms… 🎧 https://link.chtbl.com/LONHL?sid=YouTube Locked On NHL League-Wide: Every Team, Fantasy, Prospects & More 🎧 https://linktr.ee/LockedOnNHL Follow Locked On NHL on S…

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SensCentral Citizen: Nick Jensen's Importance + Which Sens Team Had Best Chance At The Stanley Cup? 39:09

1M ago39:09

39:09

The Ottawa Senators schedule for the 2024 Prospects Challenge in Buffalo has been announced! Brandon Piller takes a look at the schedule and what teams the Sens will matchup against. And we have a SensCentral Citizen: It’s Julio (@JulioHashem)! Julio tells us about how he was conflicted when the Sens traded Marian Hossa for Dany Heatley, how he thi…

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Why Calgary, St. Louis and Anaheim need to Pick a Direction! 32:12

24d ago32:12

32:12

On today's Western Conference Tuesday edition of Locked on NHL, Seth Toupal and JD Young discuss three Western Conference teams in need of a jolt. We start with the Calgary Flames, who find themselves beginning a rebuild but saddled with contracts that are nearly unmovable. We move to the St. Louis Blues who are in need of a shuffle of their defens…

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Stephen Halliday Interview: Adjusting To Pro Hockey Out Of College, Preparing For First NHL Camp 34:16

1M ago34:16

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We’re kicking off the week with one of our favourite Ottawa Senators Prospects on the show! Brandon Piller and Ross Levitan are pleased to welcome Stephen Halliday back on the show for his sixth appearance! Halliday tells us about transitioning from college to the pro game, his off-season training, shooting the puck more as a disher and looking for…

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The Flyers Make a Big Splash, the Blue Jackets Make Laine Available and the Stars Hope to Keep Contending 32:21

1M ago32:21

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The Philadelphia Flyers have been active in late July, signing Matvei Michkov to a deal and bringing him over from Russia while giving a huge extension to Travis Konecny that will keep him in Philadelphia for the rest of his prime. Rachel Donner of Locked On Flyers joins us to discuss how much better the Flyers will be after these moves and what to…

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