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The Athletic Hockey Show
The Athletic's flagship hockey podcast delivers daily insights, prospect rankings, betting picks, and much more, Monday through Friday, all season long.
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Episodes
The Athletic Hockey ShowNHL Pipeline Rankings Teams 9 through to 16
On the Wednesday the Athletic Hockey Show, Max Bultman and Corey Pronman continue to present the Prospect Series Pipeline rankings. On episode three of this…
The Athletic Hockey ShowNHL Pipeline Rankings Teams 17 through to 24
On the Tuesday the Athletic Hockey Show, Max Bultman and Corey Pronman present the Prospect Series Pipeline rankings. On episode two of this four part series…
The Athletic Hockey ShowNHL Pipeline Rankings Teams 25 through to 32
This week on the Athletic Hockey Show, Max Bultman and Corey Pronman host the Prospect Series Pipeline rankings. Max and Corey will host all week, ranking all…
The Athletic Hockey Show10 lessons the NHL could learn from other sports leagues, Kyle Dubas doing it his way with Penguins and Bobby Baun's legend lives forever
The Wednesday Roundtable with Rob Pizzo from CBC Sports and Jesse Granger from the Athletic returns to discuss 10 lessons the NHL could learn from other sports…
The Athletic Hockey ShowDavid Krejci announces retirement, Cale Makar will be on the cover of NHL 24
Ian Mendes returns to the Monday show and is joined by Max Bultman to answer listener questions including discussing the retirement of David Krejci, and if it…
The Athletic Hockey ShowFirst game memories, inserting past players into current lineups, checking on the Wendel Clark Line
Ian Mendes and Sean McIndoe dive into the mailbag for this summer episode, including discussing memories attending their first games, checking which players…
The Athletic Hockey ShowPenguins acquire Erik Karlsson in trade with Sharks, drafting an NHL starting lineup to win Stanley Cups in the next five years
Hailey Salvian and Sean Gentille step in for a Monday edition of The Athletic Hockey Show to break down Sunday's trade that sends Erik Karlsson from the San…
The Athletic Hockey ShowWorld Junior Summer Showcase and the Hilinka Gretzky Cup
On this edition of the Prospect Series, Max Bultman from the Athletic and Chris Peters of Flo Hockey report from the World Junior summer showcase in Plymouth…
The Athletic Hockey ShowDiscussing Rocky Wirtz's legacy, athletes you hated as a child, results of the animated theme bracket
Julian McKenzie is joined by friend of the Monday Show Mark Lazerus, and things kick off with a discussion of athletes they hated as a kid, that they later…
The Athletic Hockey ShowPatrice Bergeron retires, Rocky Wirtz complicated legacy and Dallas Stars perennial Stanley Cup favorite
This week on the roundtable, Rob Pizzo and Jesse Granger stick tap the career of future hall of famer Patrice Bergeron, they take the Athletic's off-season fan…
The Athletic Hockey ShowWorst team rebrands, Ilya Samsonov's arbitration ruling, best contracts in the NHL
On the morning of Twitter's rebrand to X, Ian and Julian discuss the NHL's history of team rebrands, especially the less successsful ones. Next, Ilya…
The Athletic Hockey ShowFive Key NHL Off-season trends, which NHL team has improved the most this off-season and Ilya Samsonov's arbitration filing
On the Wednesday roundtable, Rob Pizzo and Shayna Goldman talk about the five key NHL offseason trends that are emerging this summer, possible destinations for…
The Athletic Hockey ShowConnor Bedard signs Entry Level Contract with Blackhawks, fleshing out tournament ideas
Ian responds to Hailey's "Athletic Hockey Show Host Survivor" answer, and an early debate brews about children's show theme songs, before tabling it to discuss…
The Athletic Hockey ShowOops, all mailbag!- Predicting surprising teams to make or miss next year's playoffs, Tim Stützle and top centers in the league, Athletic Hockey Show Survivor
Hailey and Sean touch on the Alex Galchenyuk news from Thursday before diving into an episode packed with listener-submitted questions, including surprising…
The Athletic Hockey ShowBall hockey draft snubs, revisiting the Down Goes Brown prediction contest, GM class rankings
To kick off the show, Ian Mendes and Sean McIndoe address being left out of Julian McKenzie and Mark Lazerus' Athletic fantasy Canada vs US ball hockey draft…
The Athletic Hockey ShowThe Kings and Ducks strengthen their rosters in the west and are the Red Wings and Senators poised to crack the top 8 in the East?
On the Wednesday roundtable, Rob Pizzo and Joe Smith discuss the Alex DeBrincat trade to Detroit from Ottawa, how the Red Wings and Senators time to make noise…
The Athletic Hockey ShowThe Tuesday Boyzzz 'America Hockey Awards'
On the season finale of the Athletic Hockey Show, the Tuesday Boyzzz, Craig Custance and Sean Gentille welcome Shayna Goldman from The Athletic and present the…
The Athletic Hockey ShowSenators trade Alex DeBrincat to Red Wings, and could an in-season tournament work for the NHL?
Ian and Julian return with a discussion of Julian's first experience at the Stampede, and as the NBA announced a new in-season tournament, could something…
The Athletic Hockey ShowStan Kasten discusses the formation of a new women's hockey league, most interesting teams in free agency
One week into free agency, Hailey and Sean discuss the teams that have been the most interesting, including the Predators, Maple Leafs, Bruins, and Stars…
The Athletic Hockey ShowDominoes left to fall- Where do Alex DeBrincat and Vladimir Tarasenko land?
Ian Mendes and Sean McIndoe have returned home from Nashville, though one had an easier journey than the other. First, they dive into the dominoes that are…
The Athletic Hockey ShowJarmo Kekäläinen confident Mike Babcock will bring Blue Jackets back to playoffs, goalies cashing in and winners and losers, so far in free agency
Jarmo Kekäläinen, the General Manager of the Columbus Blue Jackets joins Rob Pizzo, Jesse Granger and Michael Russo to discuss the Blue Jackets hiring of Mike…
The Athletic Hockey ShowNHL Free Agency opens up, Red Wings put Filip Zadina on waivers, interesting players still available
Ian Mendes and Julian McKenzie discuss the moves in free agency over the weekend, including the latest with Detroit Red Wings putting Filip Zadina on waivers…
The Athletic Hockey ShowNHL Draft 2023 is in the books, time will tell where this draft will rank in history
Max Bultman and Corey Pronman take a look back on the 2023 NHL Draft, focusing on some of the more surprising picks from the two day event in Nashville. The…
The Athletic Hockey ShowNHL Draft Day 1 takeaways, Golden Knights trade Reilly Smith to Penguins, possible destinations for Connor Hellebuyck and Erik Karlsson
Together in Nashville, Ian Mendes, Sean McIndoe and Jesse Granger recap their last few days, including a traveling nightmare for Sean, and a scooter adventure…
The Athletic Hockey ShowConnor Bedard selected 1st overall by Chicago Blackhawks, Leo Carlsson to the Ducks and Adam Fantilli to Blue Jackets round out the top 3
Max and Corey breakdown the first round of the 2023 NHL draft from the floor in Nashville, minutes after the first round was completed. The guys discuss what…
The Athletic Hockey ShowConnor Bedard, the NHL and the city of Nashville take center stage for the draft
The roundtable is on site in Nashville for the 2023 NHL draft. Rob Pizzo, Jesse Granger and Mike Russo welcome The Athletic's Scott Wheeler for a final primer…
The Athletic Hockey ShowNHL Draft Preview- Intrigue in the top 5 picks
Max Bultman and Corey Pronman preview the NHL Draft, including the ripple effect that may occur depending on who the Ducks pick at #2, the Canadiens' trade for…
The Athletic Hockey ShowFlames, Torey Krug and Pierre-Luc Dubois headline the news as the NHL Draft week kicks off in Nashville
Ian Mendes, checking in from Nashville, and Julian McKenzie discuss the news about the Flames late last week and if they will shift to an aggressive rebuild…
The Athletic Hockey ShowProspect Series 2023 first round mock draft
Max Bultman, Corey Pronman and Scott Wheeler from The Athletic and Flo Hockey's Chris Peters play Chief Scout and General Manager, and select their picks for…
The Athletic Hockey ShowFlames offseason continues to get murky, a free agency primer with Dom Luszczyszyn
Hailey Salvian and Sean Gentille are joined by bestie Dom Luszczyszyn to dive into the news that Flames players Elias Lindholm, Noah Hanafin and Mikael…
The Athletic Hockey ShowHockey Hall of Fame Class of 2023 announced, Jets could be on the verge of a massive roster changeover
Ian Mendes and Sean McIndoe react to the 2023 class of the Hockey Hall of Fame announcement on Wednesday, including flowers for Henrik Lundqvist and Caroline…
The Athletic Hockey ShowStanley Cup Champion Nicolas Hague likes hanging with Stanley, Quenneville & Bowman scheduled to speak with Bettman and Erik Karlsson on the trade block
Stanley Cup Champion Nicolas Hague of the Vegas Golden Knights stops by the roundtable with Rob Pizzo, Jesse Granger and Michael Russo to discuss the Knights…
The Athletic Hockey ShowFranchise rankings in the salary cap era, Peter Laviolette officially joins the New York Rangers and Patrick O'Sullivan on the evolution of the NHL skills coach
Craig and Sean welcome former NHL'er Patrick O'Sullivan to the Athletic Hockey Show USA to look back at the 2003 NHL Draft in Nashville, quite possibly, the…
The Athletic Hockey ShowSizing up the NHL Draft combine, Corey's draft confidential and mailbag
On this edition of the Prospect Series, Max and Corey are joined by Chris Peters from Flo Hockey to look back on the combine with the draft less than two weeks…
The Athletic Hockey ShowDevils extend Jesper Bratt, Jarome Iginla hired as special advisor to Flames GM Craig Conroy, most interesting teams to watch in offseason
Hailey and Sean discuss Jesper Bratt's 8-year extension with the New Jersey Devils, and Jarome Iginla joining the Flames' front office, before diving into the…
The Athletic Hockey ShowGolden Knights' Cup celebration to shut down the Vegas Strip, next steps for the Ottawa Senators, off-season storylines to watch
Ian Mendes returns to the Thursday show with Sean McIndoe to discuss the Vegas Strip being shut down on Saturday night for the Golden Knights' victory parade…
The Athletic Hockey ShowVegas Golden Knights win the Stanley Cup, Jonathan Marchessault Conn Smythe Trophy winner and Deryk Engelland on his Golden Knights misfits
The Vegas Golden Knights are Stanley Cup champions! Rob Pizzo, Jesse Granger and Joe Smith are joined by original Golden Knight Deryk Engelland to look back on…
The Athletic Hockey ShowMichael Andlauer to take control of Ottawa Senators, Greg Cronin's summer road trip with the Anaheim Ducks, Vegas Golden Knights one win away from the Stanley Cup
Sean Gentille and guest co-host Max Bultman welcome new Anaheim Ducks head coach Greg Cronin to discuss his opportunity with the Ducks, his long journey to…
The Athletic Hockey ShowGolden Knights are one win away from their first Stanley Cup, Matthew Tkachuk a question mark for the Panthers in Game 5
Julian McKenzie is joined by guest co-host Mark Lazerus, and things may get heated in the first five minutes of the show. Then, with the Golden Knights being…
The Athletic Hockey ShowThe 2023 NHL Draft Combine with Max Giese, Tom Willander, Gabriel Perreault and Dalibor Dvorsky
The Prospect Series goes on the road this week, as Max and Corey are at the annual NHL combine in Buffalo ahead of the draft in two weeks in Nashville. The…
The Athletic Hockey ShowPanthers show life in Game 3 OT win over Golden Knights, Blue Jackets acquire Damon Severson from Devils, Shane Doan joins Maple Leafs front office
Hailey Salvian and Sean Gentille discuss the Panthers' Game 3 win over the Golden Knights Thursday night, Vegas' success through an aggressive approach to…
The Athletic Hockey ShowGauging concern level for the Panthers heading into Game 3 of the Stanley Cup Final, luck has been with the Golden Knights in the postseason
Sean McIndoe is joined by Shayna Goldman to gauge the level of concern for the Florida Panthers heading into Game 3 of the Stanley Cup Final on Thursday night…
The Athletic Hockey ShowAndrew Brunette's North Star guides him to the Predators, Ivan Provorov traded to Columbus and Panthers must win game 3 in Stanley Cup Final
On the roundtable, Rob, Pizzo, Mike Russo and Jesse Granger welcome Nashville Predators head coach Andrew Brunette. Bruno talks about the year that was behind…
The Athletic Hockey ShowMarty Walsh leading the NHL Players Association, Greg Cronin hired to coach Anaheim Ducks, and Golden Knights lead Stanley Cup Final 2 games to 0
Marty Walsh, the new Executive Director of the NHL players Association joins the Tuesday boyzzz, discussing his role in the Players Association, his…
The Athletic Hockey ShowCanadiens sign Cole Caufield to 8-year extension, Mike Babcock reported to become coach of the Columbus Blue Jackets, previewing Game 2 of Stanley Cup Final
Julian McKenzie is joined by Max Bultman to react to Cole Caufield's 8-year extension with the Montreal Canadiens, the Blue Jackets reportedly looking to hire…
The Athletic Hockey ShowNHL Mock Draft 2.0, Corey’s latest interactive prospect rankings, the 2023 defense class, top prospect comparables, and more
Max and Corey are back in this week’s Prospect Series episode of The Athletic Hockey Show to discuss Corey’s NHL Mock Draft 2.0 with some movement in the top…
The Athletic Hockey ShowPenguins name Kyle Dubas President of Hockey Operations
Hailey Salvian and Sean Gentille are joined by The Athletic's Rob Rossi for an in-depth discussion on the Pittsburgh Penguins hiring Kyle Dubas as their new…
The Athletic Hockey ShowGolden Knights-Panthers Stanley Cup Final preview, a rooting guide for the rest of the league, what question would you ask Gary Bettman at his press conference?
Ian and Sean look ahead to the start of the Stanley Cup Final on Saturday, and the fans' reactions from the rest of the league about Golden Knights' success in…
The Athletic Hockey ShowBrad Treliving named Toronto Maple Leafs GM, Andrew Brunette to coach Nashville Predators, Paul Maurice's journey to South Florida and the Stanley Cup Final
On a jam packed Wednesday roundtable, Rob Pizzo, Jesse Granger and Michael Russo discuss a busy couple of off-ice days in the NHL with the Maple Leafs…
The Athletic Hockey ShowGolden Knights will face Panthers in Stanley Cup Final, Spencer Carbery named head coach of Washington Capitals and are Ed Olczyk and Kyle Dubas destined to lead the Pittsburgh Penguins?
On this week's edition of The Athletic Hockey Show, Craig Custance and Sean Gentille preview the Stanley Cup final between the Vegas Golden Knights and the…
The Athletic Hockey ShowMatvei Michkov is the story of the 2023 NHL Draft, Pronman and Wheeler’s two-round mock review, listener questions, and more
On this week’s Prospect Series episode of The Athletic Hockey Show, Max and Corey are joined by The Athletic’s own Scott Wheeler to discuss Corey’s and Scott’s…
The Athletic Hockey ShowFlames GM Craig Conroy joins the show, Stars force Game 5 against the Golden Knights, a draft of current American-born players
Hailey and Sean discuss the Stars' win on Thursday night to avoid a sweep in the Western Conference Final and force a Game 5 against the Golden Knights. Then…
The Athletic Hockey ShowPanthers sweep Hurricanes to clinch Stanley Cup Final berth, Golden Knights poised to be next with Game 4 vs. Stars Thursday night
Ian has Sean look back on his audiobook-recording experience before discussing the Panthers' sweep of the Hurricanes and Matthew Tkachuk's clutch week, and…
The Athletic Hockey ShowGolden Knights and Panthers on the cusp of Conference Finals sweeps, Craig Conroy takes over Flames, Penguins seek permission to speak with Kyle Dubas, and Ray Whitney talks Jamie Benn's cross-check
On the Wednesday roundtable, Rob, Jesse and Mike discuss the Golden Knights decimating the Dallas Stars in game three of the Western Final, the Jamie Benn…
The Athletic Hockey ShowCraig Conroy named Flames GM, Kyle Dubas makes first statement since Maple Leafs firing, a Senators ownership update, whose reputation has improved the most during the playoffs?, and more
The Monday crew is here on a Tuesday as Ian and Julian defend Victoria Day following vicious attacks from the Tuesday Boyz and discuss Paul Maurice’s…
The Athletic Hockey ShowJack Eichel carrying the Golden Knights in Conference Final, Penguins set sights on Kyle Dubas and Dallas Eakins on Paul Maurice, Brandon Montour and Anaheim Ducks
The Tuesday boyzzz spread their magic on a Monday, as America's finest celebrate Canada's Victoria Day in style. Craig and Sean stick tap the effort from Jack…
The Athletic Hockey ShowIIHF Men’s World Championship notebook, what can the Stanley Cup Playoffs Final Four tell us about the draft?, listener questions, and more
Max, Corey, and FloHockey’s Chris Peters discuss the IIHF Men’s World Championship and the play of guys like Cutter Gauthier, Lane Hutson, Matthew Coronato…
The Athletic Hockey ShowKyle Dubas out as Maple Leafs GM, Matthew Tkachuk is hero in Panthers' 4OT win over Hurricanes, previewing Game 1 of Western Conference Final
Hailey and Sean react in realtime to the news of the Toronto Maple Leafs parting ways with GM Kyle Dubas on Friday morning. Then, discussing the epic 4OT game…
The Athletic Hockey ShowPete DeBoer set to face former team in Conference Final, Conn Smythe odds, and is Salt Lake City a viable option for the Coyotes?
Ian Mendes, back from his European travels, reunites with Sean McIndoe to discuss where he was when the Ryan Reynolds news hit last week, Salt Lake City as a…
The Athletic Hockey ShowArizona Coyotes lose arena vote, NHL's Final Four will entertain despite the absence of a big market team, and Doug MacLean on the playoffs, drafting, and life after the NHL
This week on the roundtable, Rob, Jesse and Russo are joined by the one and only Doug MacLean, the former bench boss of the Florida Panthers from back in 1996…