Best The Feel Good Fix Project Podcasts (2024)

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VGK Training Camp begins Thursday 35:19

2h ago35:19

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The Golden Knights will open training camp Thursday and we look at some of the surprises that were invited to participate on the 63-man roster. There are 36 forwards, 21 defensemen and 6 goalies invited to camp. VGK will have three practice sessions at City National on Thursday, Friday and Saturday before Sunday's game at San Jose. We also discuss …

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List of players we feel might regress this season 30:25

34m ago30:25

30:25

We put together our list of players we feel could regress this season on today's episode. We also discussed the role of VGK center Nic Roy this season. He comes off a career best 41-point campaign last season. And, we update VGK rookie camp. The rookies went 3-0 over the weekend in L.A.By Locked On Podcast Network

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VGK has an advantage with no income tax 31:10

22m ago31:10

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VGK is one of four teams in the past five years that won a Stanley Cup from states that have teams that play in no income tax states. NHL teams that play in Nevada, Florida, Tennessee, Texas and Washington have a decided advantage. Should there be higher salary caps in taxed areas or states? Canadian teams are playing at a disadvantage. We also tal…

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McCrimmon fires back at Marchessault 40:06

4d ago40:06

40:06

General Manager Kelly McCrimmon says VGK offered Jonathan Marchessault a four-year contract extension, not three years as Marchessault contends. McCrimmon appeared on Sirius Radio's "NHL Morning Skate" Thursday. He said VGK is emotionally attached to its veterans. But the Golden Knights GM said "there's no data to demonstrate a reason to have winge…

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Cassidy says Olofsson will begin season on top line 33:20

18h ago33:20

33:20

Bruce Cassidy on the Sick Podcast said new VGK acquisition Victor Olofsson will begin the season alongside a player he is familiar with - Jack Eichel. Olofsson and Eichel played together in Buffalo and Cassidy said Olofsson will compliment his former teammate on the top line to start the season at least. Cassidy believes this will give Olofsson com…

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Marchessault: "All good things come to an end!" 35:28

2d ago35:28

35:28

Former Golden Knight Jonathan Marchessault appeared on the Cam and Strick podcast and talked about a variety of topics including his departure from Las Vegas. He said he thought he did enough good things in the past to deserve a new deal. He said he was not asking for anything outrageous. He said VGK stopped at a 3-year deal and Marchessault wanted…

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Bruce Cassidy ranks third in Super 16 coaches 33:49

3d ago33:49

33:49

Bruce Cassidy was ranked third in the NHL.com Super 16 coaches poll. Jon Cooper of Lightning, the longest tenured head coach in the league, was first. Paul Maurice was ranked second. Former Golden Knights head coach Pete DeBoer was fourth in the rankings. Cassidy won a Cup in Las Vegas and was a game-seven away from winning another Stanley Cup. We …

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VGK needs to avoid injury bug this season 34:05

4d ago34:05

34:05

For the second time in three years, the Golden Knights led the league in man-games lost this past season. VGK players missed 476 total games due to injury. They had a league-high of more than 500 games missed two seasons ago, when they missed the playoffs. VGK bowed out of the playoffs this past season after just one round, losing to Dallas in seve…

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VGK Fantasy Projections 35:48

7d ago35:48

35:48

NHL Fantasy came out with VGK projections for the upcoming season. The Golden Knights are led by Jack Eichel with 84 projected points. Tomas Hertl is projected to have 67 points, Mark stone 64 and William Karlsson 61. The projections also include 30 wins for Adin Hill, which would be a career high. We also talk about a Hertl interview, in which he …

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Ranking the Pacific Division goaltenders 34:16

8d ago34:16

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We rank the starting goalies in the Pacific Division on today's episode. We countdown from 8 to 1. Spoiler alert: Chris and Tony both agree on Adin Hill at #3. We also highlight the VGK Rookie Camp rosters on today's show.By Locked On Podcast Network

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This is your Captain speaking! 35:20

9d ago35:20

35:20

Mark Stone is on a mission to let fans and media know that the Golden Knights are on a mission this season. He doubled down on a recent print interview by telling Fox-5's Vince Sapienza that any media that write off VGK are only adding fuel to the fire and it helps to motivate his team. He said there is "new blood" that wants to win as well. We als…

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The good, the bad, the ugly for VGK this season. 35:51

15d ago35:51

35:51

We highlight our predictions for VGK's good, bad and ugly on today's episode.By Locked On Podcast Network

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Hockey world mourns the loss of Johnny Hockey and brother Matthew 33:26

14d ago33:26

33:26

The hockey world was rocked early Friday morning with the death of Columbus Blue Jackets star forward Johnny Gadreau. He and his brother Matthew were killed by suspected drunk driver in New Jersey. They were scheduled to be groomsmen in their sisters wedding Friday in Philadelphia. Matthew was 31, his brother was 29 years old. We talked about the b…

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Hanifin breaks into NHL Network's list of Top 20 defensemen 33:11

15d ago33:11

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Trade deadline acquisition Noah Hanifin was ranked 18th on the NHL Network's list of Top Twenty defensemen when the list was announced Wednesday. Last year, Alex Pietrangelo was rated 9th and Shea Theodore 18th on the preseason list. Neither made the list this year. Hanifin has been a solid player with a high hockey IQ. He missed just one game over…

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What will VGK's identity be this season? 36:03

21d ago36:03

36:03

We discuss what VGK's identity will be this season with all the new pieces in the lineup. We also have over/unders on Jack Eichel and Brett Howden on today's edition.By Locked On Podcast Network

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Theodore on Hockey News underappreciated D-men list 33:57

24d ago33:57

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Shea Theodore has missed about a third of VGK's games the past two seasons, so that is why he has landed on the Jacob Stoller's list of five underappreciated defensemen in the Hockey News. Theodore's name has surfaced in trade rumors all off-season. But, he has been in the top five in scoring productivity in 5v5. We also talk about the Askarov to S…

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Jack Eichel: Top 10 NHL Center 37:22

22d ago37:22

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Jack Eichel checked in as the eighth best center according to NHL Network's annual list released this week. Eichel stayed in the top 10 despite missing 19 games this past season. Imagine what a healthy Eichel could bring to the VGK lineup? We also talk about the development of WHL players in the Golden Knights organization, namely center Jakub Deme…

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Guardian Sports joins us to talk about player safety 37:46

23d ago37:46

37:46

Jake Hanson, COO, and Mike Crawford, VP of Sales, of Guardian Sports join us to discuss player safety. They are just starting to penetrate the hockey world, but this season in the NFL, players will be allowed to wear these protective caps in games. The NHL reports 80 concussions a season on the average. Wearing these protective caps in the NFL woul…

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VGK signs veteran winger Tanner Pearson to a PTO 31:57

25d ago31:57

31:57

The Golden Knights have signed veteran winger Tanner Pearson, an 11-year NHL player, to a professional tryout agreement. Pearson s a middle six player who can compete with the likes of Brendan Brisson and Pavel Dorofeyev in camp. He played in 54 games last season and scored 13 points with five goals in Montreal. He also has played for the LA Kings,…

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Three players that need to get out to a fast start 36:08

25d ago36:08

36:08

We list three players that we feel need to have a hot start this season for the Golden Knights. We cover players like Jack Eichel, Ivan Barbeshev, Adin Hill and others. We have a discussion about when VGK should press the panic button if this season goes South. And VGK Insider says the Golden Knights should not be overlooked.…

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Three things we need to see from VGK's first 10 games of the season 33:47

26d ago33:47

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We discuss three things that we feel we need to see out of VGK in the first ten games of the season. We might start with staying healthy, as four players were injured in the first week a season ago. We also discuss who will take Jonathan Marchessault's place to keep the team loose in the locker room. Is there a prankster with the team still? And, w…

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Should VGK have kept Stephenson over Hertl 36:19

1M ago36:19

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Did VGK make the right decision by not keeping Chandler Stephenson over Tomas Hertl? We continue to fuel this argument as fans chimed in on our social media platforms yesterday. We discuss The Daily Faceoff's list of five teams that got noticeably in the offseason. And, it's time for WTF - What The Friday, with fan interaction.…

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

1M ago32:04

32:04

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

1M 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

1M ago32:59

32:59

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

1M ago36:20

36:20

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

1M 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

1M ago31:54

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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

1M 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

2M ago36:07

36:07

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

1M 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

2M 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

2M ago31:52

31:52

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

2M 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

2M 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

2M 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

2M ago36:55

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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

2M 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

2M 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

2M 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

2M ago34:32

34:32

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

2M 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

2M 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

2M ago37:17

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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

2M 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

2M ago34:06

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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

3M ago38:44

38:44

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

3M 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

3M 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

3M 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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