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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 Show
USA and Canada on gold medal collision course: Men’s Olympic semifinals recap | Instant Reaction
The matchup the hockey world has been waiting 12 years for is finally set, as the United States and Canada will officially play for Olympic gold on Sunday in…
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USA wins gold in OT thriller: Women’s Olympic recap
After Team USA Women’s hockey team beat Canada for gold, Sean Gentille and Shayna Goldman were joined by Hailey Salvian on the scene in Milan to discuss the…
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USA and Canada advance to Olympic semifinals after OT wins
Quinn Hughes and Mitch Marner are the toast of their respective countries as Olympic powerhouses United States and Canada both survived scares to advance to…
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Men’s Olympic qualifiers recap | Instant Reaction
Max Bultman and Jesse Granger give their instant reaction following the Men's Olympic hockey qualification playoffs and look ahead to the quarterfinal matchups…
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US-Canada Women's gold medal matchup set | Instant Reaction
The US and Canada Women’s Olympic hockey teams punched their tickets to the gold medal game in Milan on Thursday. Sean Gentille and Dom Luszczyszyn break down…
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Men’s Olympic preliminary round recap
The guys recap the Men's Olympic hockey preliminary round following the final matchup between the US and Germany and look ahead to the qualifier round. This…
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USA steamrolls Latvia in Olympic opener
After a bit of a slow start and two disallowed goals in the first period, Team USA, led by Brock Nelson, blew past Latvia in their Olympic opener. Jesse…
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Is Jordan Binnington the right choice for Canada’s Olympic opener?
With Canada and Czechia ready for their debuts at the 2026 Olympics, Sean Gentille and Dom Luszczyszyn welcome Michael Russo from Milan to help preview the…
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Men’s Olympic hockey preview (Part 2)
NHL players are set to play Olympic ice hockey for the first time in 12 years as the men’s tournament gets underway on Wednesday. Today, in the second of our…
- The Athletic Hockey Show
Men’s Olympic hockey preview (Part 1)
NHL players are set to play Olympic ice hockey for the first time in 12 years as the men’s tournament gets underway on Wednesday. Today, in the first of our…
- The Athletic Hockey Show
Draisaitl calls out Oilers after another loss
The Edmonton Oilers can't get a save, defend or win right now, and Leon Draisaitl speaks out about it post game, putting the blame on everyone, including the…
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Artemi Panarin traded to the Los Angeles Kings | Instant Reaction
Sean Gentille is joined by Peter Baugh and Vince Mercogliano to give their instant reaction to the Los Angeles Kings acquiring Artemi Panarin from the New York…
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Should the Rangers rush to move Artemi Panarin?
The chatter has picked up on the Rangers and Artemi Panarin ahead of today's NHL Olympic trade freeze. Sean, Frank and Sean discuss if the Rangers should be in…
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Is it too late for these NHL teams to make the playoffs?
Every year we look at the NHL standings around Thanksgiving, see which teams are in the playoffs, and figure that’s basically how things will end up. But, is…
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Which top NHL prospects could be dealt by the trade deadline?
Today, Corey and Scott compare and contrast their latest NHL Draft rankings, highlighting the big differences in each of their lists. Before that, the guys…
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Previewing the Olympic Women’s hockey tournament
With the 2026 Winter Olympic Games beginning next week in Milano Cortino, Hailey and Sean preview the women's tournament, including their gold medal favorites…
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Why the Maple Leafs should sell on the season
With the Maple Leafs winless on their 5 game home-stand and 8 points out of a playoff spot, Sean, Frank and Sean ask if it is time for the Maple Leafs to sell…
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The eight true Stanley Cup contenders
On today’s episode, the guys separate the pretenders from the contenders and make their list of eight NHL teams that can really win the Stanley Cup this…
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Brady Tkachuk talks Olympics, Canada rivalry, and going for gold
In this exclusive interview, just a couple weeks away from the Milano Cortina Olympics, The Athletic’s NHL insider Pierre LeBrun talks with Ottawa Senators…
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Why did Team USA pick Jackson Lacombe over Lane Hutson?
There has been an outbreak of unfortunately timed injuries around the NHL as the Olympics get closer and closer, with Team Sweden being hit hard by injuries…
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The Cole Caufield revenge game
Sean McIndoe, Frankie Corrado and guest co-host Shayna Goldman discuss the Habs last second win vs the Minnesota Wild, with Cole Caufield scoring the winning…
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What to expect from Rangers Retool 2.0
The New York Rangers are never far from the headlines in the hockey world, but that was especially true last Friday when GM Chris Drury penned an open letter…
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Macklin Celebrini tops Pronman’s latest U23 rankings
It’s no surprise that San Jose Sharks center Macklin Celebrini, a potential Hart Trophy candidate this season, lead’s Corey’s comprehensive list of the best…
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Should the Rangers fire Chris Drury?
The 'Fire Drury' chants returned to MSG on Wednesday night as the Rangers again took it on the chin at home, this time at the hands of the Ottawa Senators…
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Who replaces Brayden Point if he can't play in the Olympics?
Sean and Sean offer up their replacements for Brayden Point, if the star forward from the Tampa Bay Lightning won't be healthy enough in time to play for…
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Olympic ice passes test weekend, but barely
Olympic hockey is set to begin in 25 days, but construction on the arenas in Italy has not been completed and problems with the ice surface persist, despite…
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Is Macklin Celebrini a Hart Trophy favorite?
After yet another impressive night from Macklin Celebrini, Hailey and Sean debate if it's time for the teenage phenomenon to be considered a Hart Trophy…
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Are the New Jersey Devils the most disappointing team in the NHL?
The New Jersey Devils got run out on Long Island last night, getting blown out 9-0 by the Islanders. Sean, Frank and Sean wonder if it's time the Devils pull…
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2026 World Juniors recap
The guys give their instant reaction to the 2026 World Junior gold medal game between Sweden and Czechia and recap the rest of the tournament live from St…
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Olympic roster breakdowns: should Jason Robertson be on Team USA?
After months of speculation and predictions, we officially have Olympic rosters for the US, Canada, Sweden, and Finland. Today, the guys break down those…
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World Juniors medal round preview
Max, Corey, and Scott take a look back at what they've seen during the World Juniors preliminary round and discuss what to expect heading into the…
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Our top five hockey storylines for 2026
With the countdown to the new year on, Jesse Granger and Rob Rossi present their top five storylines that they are looking forward to the most, in hockey in…
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2026 World Juniors preview
With the World Junior Championships set to officially begin on Friday, the guys break down everything you need to know before puck drop, including which teams…
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What we’re giving all 32 NHL teams for Christmas
With Christmas just days away, the guys are feeling the holiday spirit, ready to hand out one thoughtful gift to every NHL franchise. What does your favorite…
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How the Wild’s Quinn Hughes impacts the Avalanche and Stars
The NHL world is still buzzing about Quinn Hughes joining the Minnesota Wild. Joe Smith joins Hailey and Sean to talk about the star defender's immediate…
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Will Tristan Jarry be the last goalie the Oilers trade for this season?
Tristan Jarry faced Stuart Skinner, as the Oilers played the Penguins 5 days after the teams swapped starting goaltenders. Sean Gentille, Sean Mcindoe and…
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What the Quinn Hughes trade means for the Wild and Canucks
Quinn Hughes is officially a member of the Minnesota Wild, scoring a goal in a 6-2 win over the Boston Bruins in his debut Sunday night, but there’s still…
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Quinn Hughes traded to the Minnesota Wild | Instant Reaction
Corey Pronman and Scott Wheeler give their instant reaction to the massive Quinn Hughes trade which sent the Norris Trophy-winning defenseman from the…
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Gavin McKenna drops to No. 4 in NHL Draft rankings shakeup
There is a new No. 1 in Corey’s latest NHL Draft rankings with Tynan Lawrence vaulting to the top spot and Gavin McKenna falling three spots to No. 4. Plus…
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How will the NHL handle a last-minute Olympic pullout?
Fresh of the NHL Board of Governor meetings in Colorado Springs, The Athletic and TSN NHL Insider Chris Johnston joins Sean Gentille to discuss the very latest…
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Who has the most punchable face in the NHL?
The Athletic NHL's latest anonymous player poll is out, Sean, Frank and Sean discuss who has the honour of being the most punchable face in the NHL, odds on…
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Is Quinn Hughes on his way out of Vancouver?
With trade rumors swirling around Quinn Hughes in Vancouver, Max and Jesse are joined off the top of the show by The Athletic’s own Thomas Drance to discuss…
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Building Canada and USA Olympic depth charts
On today’s Prospect Series episode, the guys work together to create full Olympic depth charts for both Canada and the US, debating the locks, the final spots…
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Will the Seguin injury slow down the shooting Stars?
Tyler Seguin suffered a season ending injury this week, but the Dallas Stars keep rolling. Hailey Salvian and Shayna Goldman discuss the NHL's second best team…
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Is Nathan MacKinnon better than Connor McDavid?
The Colorado Avalanche are a league best 19-1-6 to start the season. Sean, Sean and Frank discuss the powerhouse team led by MVP favorite Nathan MacKinnon, and…
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Which Thanksgiving bubble teams will actually make the playoffs?
Every hockey fan knows that teams in playoff position at Thanksgiving usually stay in and teams outside playoff position at Thanksgiving usually stay out. In…
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Are the Oilers capable of saving the McDavid era?
After another embarrassing home ice loss by the Oilers, Sean, Frank and Sean discuss Edmonton's disastrous start to the season, including brutal goaltending…
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Which NHL offseason moves have aged the best and worst?
First, the guys are joined by The Athletic’s own Murat Ates to talk about Connor Hellebuyck undergoing “a minor Arthroscopic knee procedure” that will keep him…
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Canada, USA World Juniors roster debates
On today’s Prospect Series episode, the guys work together to create full World Juniors depth charts for both Canada and the US, debating which current NHLers…
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NHL quarter mark shocks and surprises
At the quarter mark of the NHL season, Sean Gentille and Jesse Granger take a look at some of the shocks and surprising teams and players, including the…
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Did Patrick Roy cross the line in Dallas?
Patrick Roy was caught on mic threatening Stars forward Miko Rantanen after his hit on Islanders defender Alex Romanov in Dallas on Tuesday night. Sean…
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Kempe’s Kings deal proves NHL free agency is dead
With the Los Angeles Kings making a big splash over the weekend by signing right wing Adrian Kempe to an eight-year, $85 million contract extension, the guys…
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Is it time to worry about Gavin McKenna?
When Gavin McKenna opted to play at Penn State, the decision was heralded as one of the biggest commitments in college hockey history. Now, despite 14 points…
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Do the Wild have interest in Jordan Kyrou?
Hailey, Sean and their special guest Michael Russo comment on Shane Pinto's four-year, $30 million contract extension with the Ottawa Senators this morning and…
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Maple Leafs are on the wrong side of the puck
The Maple Leafs have lost three straight in regulation, and with Auston Matthews and Anthony Stolarz out due to injury, they are playing poor defensive hockey…
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Bedard, Celebrini, Carlsson: the NHL’s new superstars have arrived
All you have to do is look at the NHL’s list of leading point scorers to know the future of the league is here. Alongside the Nathan MacKinnon’s, the Jack…
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Gavin McKenna headlines latest NHL Draft rankings
Presumptive No. 1 pick in next year’s NHL Draft, Gavin McKenna, sits atop Scott Wheeler’s latest draft rankings, but can guys like Keaton Verhoeff, Ethan…
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Ovechkin scores 900th career NHL goal
Alex Ovechkin finally scores career goal No. 900, but the historic feat was upstaged by Blues goalie Jordan Binnington trying to hide the prized puck in his…
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Are the Anaheim Ducks for real?
Sean, Frank and Sean debate if the correct call was made in Nashville when the WIld were awarded an overtime goal after Predators goalie Justus Annunen knocked…
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Top storylines from the NHL’s first month
We’re a month into the NHL season and some clear storylines have begun to emerge. Today, Laz and Jesse talk about the new blood rising, from the Mammoth and…