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Power Rankings: Week 21. Top 4 Remains the Same. What Will the Rangers, Caps and Knights Do? from 2022-03-03T11:00

Another Thursday, another week of Power Rankings. While the top teams stayed the same, that doesn't mean there was not movement. The Calgary Flames found their way into the Top 5, and the Minnesota...

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Chicago names new GM, Forsberg's future in Nashville, fancy math with Vegas from 2022-03-02T08:00

Hosts Sarah Avampato (Locked On Kings) and Jess Belmosto (Locked On Flames) guide you through another week of Western Conference antics. First up, we look at the Chicago Blackhawks' pick for their ...

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Leafs goaltending dilemma, Habs rolling,&MVP futures bets from 2022-03-01T05:01

On our Tuesday edition of Locked on NHL, Mike DiStefano and Ross Levitan discuss the Leafs' issues in goal and debate if the solution is internal or external. They also discuss the Red hot Habs and...

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The Stadium Series Was a Big Success In Nashville While Alex Ovechkin Walks a Fine Line In Wartime from 2022-02-28T07:22

The NHL Stadium Series came to Nashville this weekend as the Nashville Predators and Tampa Bay Lightning faced off in a thriller. Ann Kimmel of Locked On Predators joins us to discuss the game, wha...

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Nashville Retires Pekke Rinne's Jersey and Prepares for an Outdoor Game while Controversy Swirls Around Alex Ovechkin from 2022-02-25T07:22

This should be a big weekend around the NHL. Rachel Donner and Gil Martin cover it all from the retirement of Pekke Rinne's jersey by the Predators to Zdeno Chara's record setting game as he passes...

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Power Rankings: Week 20. The Colorado Avalanche Take Over The Top Spot! from 2022-02-25T03:41:51

It's Thursday! So another round of Power Rankings are here, with a new #1 team! The Colorado Avalanche have climbed to the top of the power rankings mountain to dethrone the Florida Panthers, who h...

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Nate Behaving Badly; More Goalie Rumors; Arizona's Hoarding Tendancies from 2022-02-23T09:00

In the latest edition of Western Conference Wednesday, hosts Sarah Avampato (Locked On Kings) and Jess Belmosto (Locked On Flames) look at some of the biggest stories from the Central and Pacific D...

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Olympic Hockey Daily: Finland Men Win Gold&Hockey Wins as We Say Goodbye to Beijing from 2022-02-21T13:00

On today’s show, Rachel Donner (Locked on Flyers) and Ann Kimmel (Locked on Predators) break down the Olympic Hockey Men’s Tournament medal games! How did Finland defeat ROC and what were the keys ...

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The Hockey World Loses a Legend While the Penguins and Panthers Battle for First Place in Their Repsective Divisions from 2022-02-21T07:22

The hockey world lost a legend as former New York Rangers, St. Louis Blues and Hartford Whalers coach and GM Emile Francis died at the age of 95. Jon Chik of Locked On New York Rangers joins us to ...

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Olympic Hockey Daily: ROC vs Finland for Men’s Gold&the Olympic Hockey Broadcast Experience from 2022-02-18T18:04:35

On today’s show, Rachel Donner (Locked on Flyers) and Ann Kimmel (Locked on Predators) break down the Olympic Hockey Men’s Tournament semifinal games! Both Sweden vs ROC and Finland vs Slovakia wer...

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New Coaches Are Winning, the Race for the Rocket and the future of Claude Giroux from 2022-02-18T14:32

The NHL's newest coaches are winning hockey games. The Edmonton Oilers are on a four-game winning streak while the Montreal Canadiens earned their first win under Martin St. Louis. We also look at ...

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Olympic Hockey Daily: Marie-Philip Poulin and Team Canada Win Gold! from 2022-02-17T18:49:35

On today’s show, Rachel Donner (Locked on Flyers) and Ann Kimmel (Locked on Predators) welcome back Erica Ayala (Locked on Kraken) to examine Canada’s 3-2 win over Team USA in the Gold Medal Game. ...

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Power Rankings: Week 19. How Will the Trade Season Impact the Rankings? from 2022-02-17T10:00

We have reached the point of the season where teams are starting to make moves. Chris and Adam take a look at the teams in position to make some trades and how will potential moves impact their sta...

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Olympic Hockey Daily: Finland wins Women’s Bronze; USA&Canada OUT in Men’s Tournament! from 2022-02-16T19:13:30

On today’s show, Rachel Donner (Locked on Flyers) and Ann Kimmel (Locked on Predators) react to Finlan’s decisive win in the Women’s Tournament Bronze Medal Game. With goals from Susanna Tapani, Ne...

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Eichel Day Arrives! Plus: Toffoli to Calgary and Fleury on the move? from 2022-02-16T15:14:30

It's the day we've been waiting for! Hosts Sarah Avampato (Locked On Kings) and Jess Belmosto (Locked On Flames) break down Jack Eichel's return to play and the creative, perhaps conspiracy-theory ...

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Olympic Hockey Daily: Women’s Tournament Medal Preview&Mens’ QF Field Set from 2022-02-15T18:25:23

On today’s show, Rachel Donner (Locked on Flyers) and Ann Kimmel (Locked on Predators) preview the women’s tournament medal games. We get into the keys to the Bronze Medal for Switzerland, who need...

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Has #TradeSZN officially began with the Toffoli deal? from 2022-02-15T05:01

Welcome into your Tuesday edition of the Locked On NHL Podcast where Mike Distefano and Ross Levitan break down some of the big stories in the Eastern Conference. On today's show, they break down t...

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Olympic Hockey Daily: Women’s Medal Games Set: Men’s Playoffs Start Tonight! from 2022-02-14T18:51:47

On today’s show, Rachel Donner (Locked on Flyers) and Ann Kimmel (Locked on Predators) take you through the journeys of Team Finland&Switzerland to get to the Bronze Medal match. Both teams improve...

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Olympic Hockey Daily: A Look at the Women’s Tournament&Hockey Analytics from 2022-02-14T12:00

On today’s early show, Ann Kimmel (Locked on Predators) and Rachel Donner (Locked on Flyers) welcome Mike Murphy who covers women’s hockey for the SB Nation Ice Garden site, and specializes in anal...

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A New Arena, a Surprise Retirement, a Suspension and a New Coach That Few People Expected from 2022-02-14T07:22

We have a lot to discuss on today's Locked On NHL Podcast as the Boston Bruins deal with the retirement of Tuukka Rask (again) and the suspension of Brad Marchand, Ian McLaren of Locked On Boston B...

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Olympic Hockey Daily: Women’s QF’s See USA&Canada Advance&Men’s Prelims Continue! from 2022-02-11T19:14:55

On today’s show, Rachel Donner (Locked on Flyers) and Ann Kimmel (Locked on Predators) are joined by Anne Tokarski of The Ice Garden&The IX Newsletter to break down the first half of Women’s Tourna...

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The Coaching Carousel Continues to Turn While the Coyotes Have a Controversial New Temporary Home from 2022-02-11T07:22

The NHL coaching carousel continues to move as the Edmonton Oilers and Montreal Canadiens make changes and Rachel and Gil have all the latest. In fact, there are now six interim head coaches in the...

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Olympic Hockey Daily: Women’s Quarterfinal Preview&Sean Farrell Shines! from 2022-02-10T19:16:19

On today’s show, Rachel Donner (Locked on Flyers) and Ann Kimmel (Locked on Predators) are joined once again by Erica Ayala (Locked on Kraken) from Beijing to preview the Women’s Quarterfinal Match...

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How the Marchand Suspension, the St. Louis Hiring and the Eichel Return Change The Power Rankings from 2022-02-10T10:00

There is no formal Power Rankings for this week thanks to the All-Star break, but that doesn't mean there aren't things happening on and off the ice that could effect the rankings for the coming we...

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Olympic Hockey Daily: NHL Prospects in the Men’s Tournament; Women’s Quarterfinals Set from 2022-02-09T18:51:56

On today’s show, Rachel Donner (Locked on Flyers) and Ann Kimmel (Locked on Predators) get you ready for the Men’s Tournament with special guest&prospects expert Russ Cohen. We go through the Men’s...

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All-Star Fun; Eichel Day Approaches; MacKinnon Ready to Return from 2022-02-09T18:45:44

Hosts Sarah Avampato (Locked On Kings) and Jess Belmosto (Locked On Flames) look at some of the Western Conference players who made a big impression during the All-Star festivities, including Trevo...

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Chatting surging Leafs, Giroux trade destinations,&East power rankings from 2022-02-08T21:42:34

On Tuesday's edition of the Locked on NHL podcast, Mike DiStefano from Locked On LEafs is joined by Brian Fisher from Locked On Red Wings as they discuss the latest in the eastern conference. They ...

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Olympic Hockey Daily: Canada Defeats USA 4-2&Wins Group A; Japan Wins Group B from 2022-02-08T17:25:29

On today's Olympic Hockey Daily, Rachel Donner (Locked on Flyers) and Ann Kimmel (Locked on Predators) get into what Team Canada did to hold off a strong showing from Team USA, and what Team USA ne...

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Olympic Hockey Daily: USA vs Canada Preview&Women's Tournament Goaltending from 2022-02-07T18:55:59

On today's Olympic Hockey Daily, Rachel Donner (Locked on Flyers) and Ann Kimmel (Locked on Predators) catch you up on the weekend action, including dominating performances from Team Canada&Team US...

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Controversey Swirls Around the Blackhawks While the Habs Rebuild and the Bolts Prepare for Battle from 2022-02-07T07:22

With the All Star Game behind us it's time for the second half of the NHL season and our local experts are here with the biggest stories from around the league. The defending Stanley Cup champion T...

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Olympic Hockey Daily: Opening Ceremonies, Brianna Decker&the Team USA Taxi Squad Update from 2022-02-04T23:23:46

On today’s episode, Rachel Donner&Ann Kimmel are once again joined by Erica Ayala from Beijing with an Olympics opening ceremonies report, the latest on Brianna Decker’s injury and the USA Hockey T...

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The NHL All Star Weekend Is Here and We Have It Covered from 2022-02-04T07:22

The NHL All-Star Weekend takes place now in Las Vegas and Rachel Donner and Gil Martin have it covered. They break down the games, the skills competitions and what makes holding the weekend in Las ...

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Olympic Hockey Daily: USA&Canada with decisive wins; A Team Russia Deep Dive from 2022-02-03T20:21:51

On today’s Olympic Hockey Daily Ann&Rachel recap the first day of action in China, including devastating injuries for Team USA (Brianna Decker) and Team Canada (Melodie Daoust). We talk about each ...

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Power Rankings: Week 17. Who Can Make A Big Push In The Second Half? The Blackhawks Continue To Fumble the Kyle Beach Events from 2022-02-03T10:00

One would think with how bad the Blackhawks handled the Kyle Beach events, they would at least attempt to handle it better going forward. That sadly doesn't seem to be the case as a simple question...

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Olympic Hockey Daily: Women's Tournament Day One Game Previews! from 2022-02-02T23:34:09

On today’s show, Erica Ayala joins us from Beijing to preview the first day of action for the women’s tournament with host country China facing Czechia. Canada starts their tournament off vs. Team ...

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It's never too early for trade deadline speculation from 2022-02-02T17:00

Hosts Sarah Avampato (Locked On Kings) and Jess Belmosto (Locked On Flames) look at the Western Conference standings as we sit at around the halfway point of the season. Some teams have some big de...

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Olympic Hockey Daily: A Women's Tournament Preview with Nicole Haase from 2022-02-02T10:00

Olympic Hockey Daily Special Episode! Rachel Donner of Locked on NHL&Ann Kimmel of Locked on Predators preview the Olympic Women's Tournament with freelance women's hockey writer Nicole Haase! We c...

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Tire fire in MTL, new ASG events,&the Calder race from 2022-02-01T20:22:05

Mike DiStefano of Locked on Leafs is joined by Brian Fischer of Locked on Wings for today's Tuesday edition of the Locked on NHL Podcast. On today's show, they discuss the situation in Montreal and...

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The Flyers Ended Their Franchise Record Slump While the Avalanche and Stars Continue to Win from 2022-01-31T07:22

The Philadelphia Flyers ended their franchise-record losing streak this weekend and Rachel Donner of Locked On Flyers tells us what that means for the team and where the Flyers go from here. The Da...

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The King Gets Raised to the Rafters as the Rangers Retire Henrik Lundqvist's Jersey from 2022-01-28T15:32

Two all-time greats will have their jerseys retired this weekend as the New York Rangers send Henrik Lundqvist's jersey to the rafters while the Dallas Stars retire Sergei Zubov's number. Rachel an...

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Power Rankings: Week 16. The Avalanche and Lightning Knock the Canes Down from 2022-01-27T11:00

While the rest of the rankings have seen teams moving up and down over the weeks, the Florida Panthers and Carolina Hurricanes have remained cemented in at #1 and #2, respectively. Well the Colorad...

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Flames get hot; Karlsson out; Standings surprises from 2022-01-26T08:00

On today's show, hosts Sarah Avampato (Locked On Kings) and Jess Belmosto (Locked On Flames) look at the left half of the map on Western Conference Wednesday. First up, the Calgary Flames won big o...

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Reaction to Racial Incident Involvin Jordan Subban, Emili Castonguay Hired by Vancouver Canucks from 2022-01-25T05:00

In this jammed-packed episode of Locked On NHL, Tyler Kuehl and Mike DiStefano dive into incident that happened between the Jacksonville Icemen and South Carolina Stingrays, and how there is no pla...

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The Rangers, Knights and Leafs Are All In the Thick of the Playoff Hunt, We Have the Latest From Our Local Experts from 2022-01-24T07:22

The New York Rangers are surprisingly in first place in the Metropolitan Division and Jon Chik of Locked On NY Rangers joins us to discuss how they got there. Chris Kreider has taken his game to an...

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The Avalanche and Panthers Continue to Win, the Oilers Remain a Mess from 2022-01-21T15:22

The Colorado Avalanche and Florida Panthers remain red hot while the Edmonton Oilers struggles only seem to get worse. Gil Martin breaks down an exciting night of action and all the latest stories ...

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Power Rankings: Week 15. Is the Top 10 Pretty Well Set? from 2022-01-20T08:00

It's Thursday so another week of Locked on NHL Power Rankings as voted on by the Locked on NHL network hosts. This week, Chris and Gil ask if the top 10 has separated itself? In that, who not in th...

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Media behaving badly; Hey now, we've got All-Stars; TEAM DOG from 2022-01-19T08:00

Today, hosts Sarah Avampato (Locked On Kings) and Jess Belmosto (Locked On Flames) look at the latest controversy out of Edmonton, as Oilers forward Leon Draisaitl was asked some less than tactful ...

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Connecticut Whale Owner Tobin Kelly Talks About Today's Premier Hockey Federation from 2022-01-18T22:33

In this special edition of Locked On NHL, Tyler Kuehl is joined by the principal owner of the Premier Hockey Federation's Connecticut Whale, Tobin Kelly, to discuss the huge news from the league on...

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Florida Panthers are Scoring At Will, Chris Pronger's Number Retired, and more All-Star Snubs! from 2022-01-18T05:00

On the Tuesday edition of Locked On NHL, Tyler Kuehl (Locked On Capitals) and Mike Distefano (Locked On Leafs) talk about snow, and look at the recent offensive hot streak for the Florida Panthers,...

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Tuuka Rask Is Back and the Bruins Are On a Roll, While the Senators and Coyotes are Quietly Playing Better Hockey from 2022-01-17T07:22

The Boston Bruins are on a roll after getting Tuukka Rask back and we are joined by Ian McLaren of Locked On Boston Bruins to discuss the keys to that team's recent success and their playoff prospe...

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NHL All Star Game Selections and Snubs from 2022-01-14T15:15

The NHL All Star Game teams have been announced as all four divisions rosters have been stocked. Rachel Donner and Gil Martin break down the teams and some of the top players who didn't receive the...

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Power Rankings: Week 14. Predators Crack Top 10. Avs, Kings, Penguins Move Up. Oilers Fall Continues from 2022-01-13T10:00

Another Thursday, another week of Power Rankings as voted on by hosts of the Locked on NHL Network. The Nashville Predators finally got their due and were the biggest movers of the week, moving int...

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Kane on the move, Eichel on the mend, and more NHL scandals from 2022-01-12T17:55

Hosts Sarah Avampato (Locked On Kings) and Jess Belmosto (Locked On Flames) look at some of the biggest stories in the NHL and the Western Conference. First up, Evander Kane is on the move and the ...

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Where Will Evander Kane End Up? Zach Fucale's Incredible Story, and Rick Bowness Gets Fined for Showing Emotion from 2022-01-11T05:00

On the Tuesday edition of Locked On NHL, Mike Distefano (Locked On Maple Leafs) and Tyler Kuehl (Locked On Capitals), discuss where Evander Kane could end up, and how great of a story Zach Fucale h...

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The Evander Kane Saga Takes Another Turn, the Kings Make a Controversial Move and the Panthers Are On Fire from 2022-01-10T07:22

The San Jose Sharks have released controversial forward Evander Kane outright while the NHLPA says they will file a grievance on his behalf. JD Young of Locked On Sharks joins us to discuss this an...

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The Pittsburgh Penguins Are Hot, The Edmonton Oilers Are Not from 2022-01-07T15:15

The Pittsburgh Penguins won their 10th straight game last night and continue to be red-hot while the Edmonton Oilers continue to struggle. The Colorado Avalanche keep on scoring and a Minnesota Wil...

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Power Rankings: Week 13. Very Little Movement. Why is That? from 2022-01-06T08:00

Adam and Chris are back with the league Power Rankings as voted on by Locked on NHL hosts, and they want some answers! Should Florida remain at the top despite not leading the league in overall poi...

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Western Conference Resolutions from 2022-01-05T09:00

Hosts Jess Belmosto (Locked On Flames) and Sarah Avampato (Locked On Kings) ring in the new year by taking a look at all of the Western Conference Teams and making some New Years' Resolutions for a...

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Pretenders vs. Contenders, Canadian Postponements Affecting the NHL Schedule from 2022-01-04T05:00

In this edition of Locked On NHL, Tyler Kuehl (Locked On Capitals) and Mike Distefano (Locked On Leafs) look at the Pittsburgh Penguins' recent hot streak, as Sidney Crosby, Jake Guentzel and Trist...

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The Winter Classic and a Dramatic Comeback Took Place This Weekend, We Have All the Latest from 2022-01-03T07:22

The NHL held the Winter Classic in the Twin Cities this weekend and the game was a big success. Seth Toupal of Locked On Wild joins us to discuss the pageantry, the game itself and why it's too soo...

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Hockey Fans Bundle Up For a Cold NHL Winter Classic in Minnesota from 2021-12-31T14:58

Happy New Year! The NHL Winter Classic is coming up on Saturday and Rachel Donner and Gil Martin have the game between the Minnesota Wild and the St.Louis Blues covered. We discuss the history of t...

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Locked On World Juniors: CANCELLED! (feat. Steven Ellis and Cody Janzen) from 2021-12-30T05:00

Due to a COVID outbreak among the teams, the 2022 IIHF World Junior Championships has been cancelled. Tyler Kuehl is joined by World Hockey Report's Cody Janzen and The Hockey News' Steven Ellis to...

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More COVID woes; players speak out about the lack of Olympics; the Winter Classic goes on from 2021-12-29T18:57:14

Hosts Sarah Avampato (Locked On Kings) and Jess Belmosto (Locked On Flames) look at the latest COVID news in the NHL. Games are slowly returning, but many Canadian teams are having games postponed ...

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Locked On World Juniors: USA Forfeits Due to COVID, Steven Ellis from The Hockey News, and Canada Beats Up Austria from 2021-12-29T05:00

In an interesting day at the World Junior Championships, the American team had to forfeit their matchup with Switzerland due to a pair of positive COVID tests. The Hockey News' Steven Ellis joins T...

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NHL Amends CBA to Combat COVID, IIHF Cancels Women's U-18s...Why? from 2021-12-28T05:00

In this edition of Locked On NHL, Tyler Kuehl and Mike Distefano dive into the NHL's decision to bring back the Taxi Squads, and how this will help the league postpone less games during the coronav...

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Locked on World Juniors: Czechia Stunned by Germany, Sweden Stonewalls Slovakia on Day Two from 2021-12-28T05:00

It was another exciting day of action at the World Junior Championships. Tyler Kuehl breaks it all down another edition of Locked On World Juniors on Locked On NHL. Finland dominated Austria thanks...

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As We Hopefully Head to the End of the Holiday Break, We Look at the NHL's Newest Team and 2 of the Hottest Right Now from 2021-12-27T07:22

As the NHL heads towards the end of the holiday break (hopefully), we discuss the league's newest team and two of the hottest. First Erica Ayala of Locked On Kraken updates us on the progress of th...

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Locked on World Juniors: Canada, USA, Finland and Sweden Victorious on Day One from 2021-12-27T05:00

In a Locked On NHL special, Locked On Capitals host Tyler Kuehl recaps the daily action at the World Junior Championships in Edmonton and Red Deer. On Boxing Day in Group A, Owen Power leads Canada...

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We Analyze the NHL At the Extended Holiday Break, Who Are the Surprise Teams and the Teams That Can Still Surprise? from 2021-12-24T07:22

The NHL is officially not sending players to the Olympics this year, we discuss whether this decision was wise. We also discuss where each division stands at the holiday break and which teams could...

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Reviewing The Power Rankings to This Point. Who to Keep an Eye on When the Pause Ends from 2021-12-24T03:33:15

Since COVID has thrown a wrench into the NHL season, we didn't feel it was appropriate or fair to do a proper Power Ranking for this week. So, for this week Adam and Chris will summarize how things...

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Calgary arena drama, Vegas on a hot streak; the COVID pause from 2021-12-22T09:00

Hosts Sarah Avampato (Locked On Kings) and Jess Belmosto (Locked On Flames) look at the latest news out of Calgary regarding their planned new arena. Plus, the Vegas Golden Knights are back on top ...

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Covid vs. the NHL from 2021-12-21T06:16

The COVID situation has become dire in the NHL. Mike DiStefano and Tyler Kuel break down the latest news in regards to the NHL's decision on postponements. They also predict the risers/fallers in t...

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The World Junior Championships Are Coming and We Have a Special, In-Depth Preview of the Tournament from 2021-12-20T07:22

The World Junior Championships are one of the most exciting moments of the hockey season and a showcase for the NHL stars of tomorrow. Today, Tyler Kuehl joins Gil Martin to give you a thorough pre...

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A New/Old Scoring Leader, More Covid Cases&Some NHL All Star Voting Fun! from 2021-12-17T15:13:17

On today's show, we sadly say goodbye to Joe DiBiase as a regular host with an NHL news roundup including Connor McDavid retaking the scoring leader spot, the Nashville Predators&Vancouver Canucks ...

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Power Rankings: Week 9. Is It Time To Throw The Towel In On The Islanders? from 2021-12-16T10:00

If it's Thursday, Adam and Chris are bringing you the Locked on NHL Networks latest NHL Power Rankings as voted on by the NHL hosts. This week, the Calgary Flames and Dallas Stars take a dip while ...

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More COVID-19 issues sweep the league; But what about the Olympics?; Also Ben Bishop says goodbye from 2021-12-15T09:00

Hosts Sarah Avampato (Locked On Kings) and Jess Belmosto (Locked On Flames) bring you up to date on the latest COVID-19 issues in the NHL, including the Carolina Hurricanes game postponement, impen...

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Where we stand with NHL players going to Olympics from 2021-12-14T05:42

Sneaky Joe DiBiase and Mike Distefano discuss where we stand on NHL players going to the Olympics, with player skepticism about a potential 3-5 week quarantine in China. Also, who will move up and ...

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Can the Oilers Break Out of Their Slump? Are the Bruins Contenders and Who Can Stop Ovi and the Capitals? from 2021-12-13T07:22

Today we are joined by Ian McLaren of Locked On Boston Bruins to discuss that team's recent success as they fight to get back into the Atlantic Division race. Why have they been playing so well lat...

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Arizona Coyotes Drama, Salary Cap Updates, the Olympics,&More from NHL Board Of Governors Meetings from 2021-12-10T20:22:07

On today’s show, Rachel Donner (Locked on Flyers) and Mike Distefano (Locked on Leafs) react to the latest news out of Glendale for the Arizona Coyotes and their financial issues. Then we look at t...

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We Have Our Weekly Power Rankings with a New #2 and Some Definite Surprises from 2021-12-09T07:22

Could the NHL have a homeless team on their hands later this season? The Arizona Coyotes may be locked out of their home arena for failure to pay taxes and arena fees. We knew this would be their l...

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Chaos in Vancouver, Ducks Turn it Around, Let's Relocate the Coyotes from 2021-12-09T01:25:15

Western Conference Wednesday returns! Jess Belmosto of Locked On Flames and JD Young of Locked On Sharks, talk all things Canucks and Ducks. Will the Canucks be able to emulate the Ducks recent suc...

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Who's Hot and Who's Not? Today We Look at 2 of the Hottest Teams in the NHL and the Coldest from 2021-12-06T18:26

Who's hot and who's not? On today's show, we look at two of the hottest teams in the NHL, the Dallas Stars and the Minnesota Wild as Dane Lewis of Locked On Stars and Seth Toupal of Locked On Wild ...

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Big Changes in Montreal, Stadium Series Jerseys, and the Weekend Ahead from 2021-12-03T19:09:51

Today on the show, Joe DiBiase (Locked on Sabres)&Rachel Donner (Locked on Flyers) react to the Tampa Bay Lightning&Nashville Predators Stadium Series jerseys. Then we look to the Montreal Canadien...

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Power Rankings: Week 8. Leafs Move Into 3rd. Are Things Starting to Level Out? Hughes' New Deal from 2021-12-02T08:00

We had no change in #1 and #2 for the first time in a few weeks, but had some good movement everywhere else. The Toronto Maple Leafs made it to their highest spot yet at #3 and the Colorado Avalanc...

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Biting Commentary on the San Jose Sharks&Evander Kane, LA Kings&Brady Tkachuk from 2021-12-01T11:00

On Today’s show, Rachel Donner of Locked on Flyers is here with Sarah Avampato from Locked on LA Kings. We discuss Evander Kane reporting to the San Jose Barracuda, the Sharks AHL affiliate, and hi...

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The year of Ovechkin from 2021-12-01T04:04:31

Sneaky Joe DiBiase and Mike Distefano are getting pessimistic about NHL players going to the Olympics and optimistic about Alex Ovechkin's MVP odds. The guys also talk Jack Hughes' contract extensi...

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The Canadiens Fire Their GM, A Kings Player Faces Suspension for Biting and the Sharks Waive Evander Kane from 2021-11-29T07:22

This was a busy weekend around the NHL. The Montreal Canadiens parted ways with GM Marc Bergevin and we are joined by Laura Sabo, co-host of Locked On Canadiens to discuss this surprisng move and w...

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Holiday Weekend Games, plus a look at the NY Islanders, Calgary Flames&Colorado Avalanche from 2021-11-26T15:05:22

On Today’s show, Joe DiBiase (Locked on Sabres) and Rachel Donner (Locked on Flyers) look ahead to the slate of games for Black Friday and the holiday weekend overall. The Washington Capitals have ...

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Power Rankings: Week 7. Stop Me If You Heard This Before; A New #1. Team Canada and USA Uniforms from 2021-11-25T13:12:41

Another Thursday, another round of Locked on NHL Power Rankings, Thanksgiving Edition! Yet again, for reasons generally unknown, we have a change at the top spot. Same two team, switching again. Ad...

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Pretend GM: Seattle Kraken and Vancouver Caucks Edition from 2021-11-24T18:25:46

Hosts Sarah Avampato (Locked On Kings) and Jess Belmosto (Locked On Flames) look at the two bottom teams in the Pacific Division: the Seattle Kraken and Vancouver Canucks. It's a tale of two fanbas...

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New jerseys for New Jersey... Yikes from 2021-11-24T01:16:52

Sneaky Joe DiBiase and Mike Distefano cannot believe how bad the new jerseys are for the New Jersey Devils or how bad the Canadian Olympic home jerseys are! Plus, the guys talk Connor McDavid's poi...

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The Islanders Open Their New Arena While the Devils Surprise A Lot of People and the Avs Bounce Back from 2021-11-22T07:22

The New York Islanders have finally opened their new UBS Arena and the building was a big hit despite the home team's poor performance in their first two games. Gil Martin discusses what the buildi...

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Connor McDavid Does It Again; Cole Caufield&NHL Prospect Management from 2021-11-19T21:31:58

On today’s show, Rachel Donner (Locked on Flyers) and Mike Distefano (Locked on Leafs) look at the week that was, including that OTHER Connor McDavid goal, another goal from Claude Giroux, and ask ...

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Power Rankings: Week 6. #1's Swap Again. Anaheim Cracks the Top 10! from 2021-11-18T12:30:46

Another Thursday, another updated Power Rankings with Adam and Chris! This week, the Panthers and Hurricanes swap #1 spots again for some reason and the Anaheim Ducks continue their great play whic...

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Anaheim Ducks surging; Arizona Coyotes continue to struggle; Chicago Blackhawks win a few from 2021-11-18T03:36:22

Hosts Sarah Avampato (Locked On Kings) and Jess Belmosto (Locked On Flames) look at some of the biggest stories in the Western Conference. First up, the Anaheim Ducks have the longest winning strea...

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Senators COVID outbreak threatens the Olympics from 2021-11-16T06:03

Sneaky Joe DiBiase and Mike Distefano are joined by Ross Levitan of Locked On Senators for an update on the Ottawa Senators COVID situation. Could postponements cause the NHL to bail on the Olympic...

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Alex Ovechkin Keeps Reaching New Milestones, The Bolts Are Winning but Something's Not Right and the Golden Knights Are Back on Track from 2021-11-15T07:22

Alex Ovechkin passed Brett Hull to move higher on the NHL's all-time leading goal scoring list but there's more to the Capitals than just Ovi. Tyler Kuehl joins us to discuss Ovechkin and what's be...

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Is the Pacific Division settling in, and who is next up on the NHL Coaches Hot Seat? from 2021-11-12T15:19:19

On today's show, Sneaky Joe DiBiase (Locked on Sabres)&Rachel Donner (Locked on Flyers) catch up on the week that was in the NHL. We look at the Pacific Division, with the Los Angeles Kings and Ana...

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Anaheim Ducks GM Bob Murray Resigned Yesterday, We Have the Latest from Jason Hernandez of Locked On Ducks from 2021-11-11T07:22

The NHL has been hit with another scandal as Anaheim Ducks GM Bob Murray resigned on Wednesday. We are joined by Jason Hernandez of Locked On Anaheim Ducks to give us the latest update on the situa...

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Anaheim Ducks place GM Bob Murray on administrative leave; plus, time to dunk on the Vegas Golden Knights from 2021-11-10T18:59:33

Hosts Sarah Avampato (Locked On Kings) and Jess Belmosto (Locked On Flames) look at some of the biggest stories in the Western Conference. First, the Anaheim Ducks made a surprise announcement on T...

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Risers and fallers in the East from 2021-11-10T04:25

Sneaky Joe DiBiase and Mike Distefano preview our Locked On NHL power rankings by trying to predict who will rise and who will fall in Wednesday's rankings! Joe and Mike see a big jump coming from ...

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Today We Check In On Two Red-Hot Teams and the Coyotes Who Finally Earned their First Win from 2021-11-08T07:22

The Anaheim Ducks and St. Louis Blues are both off to hot starts this season. We are joined by Josh Hyman of Locked On Blues to discuss the keys to his team's early season success and by Jason Hern...

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The Jack Eichel Deal is Done! The Buffalo Sabres send their franchise player to the Vegas Golden Knights. from 2021-11-05T13:21:59

On today's show, Sneaky Joe DiBiase (Locked on Sabres) and Rachel Donner (Locked on Flyers) dig into the details of the Jack Eichel deal between the Buffalo Sabres&Vegas Golden Knights. What does i...

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Power Rankings Week 4. A new #1. The Interesting Spot For The Flyers. No Love For Anaheim? from 2021-11-04T08:00

Another Thursday, another week of Power Rankings brought to you by the hosts of the Locked on NHL Network. This week we have a new #1 team as the Carolina Hurricanes take over the top spot from the...

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Vegas continues to rack up injuries; will NHL players demand accountability and change in wake of Chicago Blackhawks scandal from 2021-11-03T08:00

On today's show, hosts Sarah Avampato (Locked On Kings) and Jess Belmosto (Locked On Flames) look at some of the biggest stories out of the Western Conference and the NHL at large: Players out due...

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Gary Bettman embarrasses the league at presser from 2021-11-02T04:01

Gary Bettman fell well short at his press conference on Monday, addressing the Chicago Blackhawks sexual assault scandal and the league's role in letting down Kyle Beach. Sneaky Joe DiBiase and Mik...

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The Ripples of the Kyle Beach Scandal Continue to Be Felt Across the League from 2021-11-01T06:22

The Kyle Beach scandal continues to have a big impact on the league. Today, we are joined by Jack Bushman of Locked on Blackhawks to discuss how his team has been dealing with the fallout of the sc...

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Florida Panthers force Joel Quenneville to resign; Hot&Cold starts for Players So Far from 2021-10-29T13:46:13

On today's show, Sneaky Joe DiBiase (Locked on Sabres)&Rachel Donner (Locked on Flyers) get you caught up on the latest in the fallout from the Blackhawks situation. Joel Quenneville resigns from t...

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Kyle Beach: A True Hero from 2021-10-28T07:00

Kyle Beach did one of the bravest things a person can do and came out as the player who was sexually assaulted when he was in the Chicago Blackhawks organization. Gil and Chris discuss the intervie...

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Chicago Blackhawks announce investigation results; Stan Bowman steps down from 2021-10-27T08:00

Content Note: While this episode doesn't get into specific descriptions of the allegations, we do talk about the investigation in general, the findings released in the law firm's report, etc. Jess...

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Leafs and Lightning, you okay? from 2021-10-26T18:32

Sneaky Joe DiBiase and Mike Distefano breakdown the start to the season in both the Atlantic and Metro Divisions. Who's in more trouble, Toronto or Tampa? Are the Sabres and Red Wings for real? Joe...

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The Kraken Make History in Their First Ever Home Game While the Flames and Rangers Find Their Grooves from 2021-10-25T06:22

Today we are joined by three of our local experts to discuss some of the biggest stories from around the NHL. First, we have Erica Ayala of Locked on Kraken to discuss Seattle's first ever regular-...

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Surprising hot and cold starts from 2021-10-22T18:19:04

Who are the surprises in the NHL to start hot? Who are the surprises to start cold? Joe DiBiase and Rachel Donner evaluate the start to the year for Montreal, Chicago, Colorado, Buffalo, and Columb...

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Power Rankings: Week 2. Sabres, Blue Jackets Move Up. Panthers New #1. Canadiens in Free Fall from 2021-10-21T10:00

Week 2 of our Locked on NHL Network Power Rankings and there was a lot of movement to be had after the first week of the season. Yes, the Buffalo Sabres are undefeated so far this season, so they h...

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Early season Western Conference surprises from 2021-10-20T08:00

Hosts Sarah Avampato (Locked On Kings) and Jess Belmosto (Locked On Flames) look at the Central and Pacific Divisions as the season gets under way. Which teams have been pleasant surprises so far? ...

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How Will the Sharks Deal with the Evander Kane Situation and what lies ahead this season for the Stars and Kings?? from 2021-10-18T06:22

We are joined by three of our local experts to discuss the biggest stories from around the league. First, Dane Lewis of Locked On Stars discusses his team which is trying to return to the playoffs ...

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The NHL is Back! from 2021-10-15T10:00

Rachel Donner of Locked on Flyers and guest co-host Gil Martin of Locked on Isles look at all the NHL action for this first week of regular season games. Who stood out? Any rookies making their mar...

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Power Rankings: Week 1. Lightning Top the Standings. Avalanche, Knights, Leafs Lurking from 2021-10-14T08:00

Welcome to the Locked on NHL Power Rankings! Every Thursday, Chris and Adam will update you with the current weeks Power Rankings as voted on by the hosts from across the Network. We start off the ...

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BONUS: Locked on NHL Season Preview Live Show from 2021-10-13T17:00

Cross Check NHL show hosts Andrew Berkshire&Mary Clarke host the Locked on NHL Season Preview Live Show (originally on YouTube October 12th) featuring guests from across the Locked on NHL local sho...

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COVID impacting NHL rosters already; season predictions from 2021-10-13T08:00

The 2021-22 NHL season has only just started and teams are already having to deal with absences due to COVID-19. Sarah Avampato (Locked On Kings) and Jess Belmosto (Locked On Flames) look at the la...

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What Does the Carey Price Decision to Get Help Mean for the Canadiens, How Will the Caps Do Without Alex Ovechkin and Do the Changes in Chicago Help the Blackhawks? from 2021-10-11T06:22

Today we are joined by three of our great local hosts to discuss some of the biggest stories from around the NHL. First, Jack Bushman of Locked on Blackhawks joins us to discuss the changes in Chic...

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Metro Division Preview: Islanders, Rangers, Hurricanes, Penguins, Capitals, Flyers, Devils, Blue Jackets from 2021-10-08T17:53:24

On today's show, Rachel Donner&Sneaky Joe DiBiase break down this year's Metro Division with Locked on Hosts from each show in the division answer five questions about their teams heading into this...

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Central Division Preview: Avalanche, Wild, Blues, Jets, Predators, Stars, Blackhawks, Coyotes from 2021-10-07T09:00

Chris Micieli and Gil Martin break down this years Central Division as Locked on hosts from each team in the division answer five questions about their team heading into this year. Can the Avs make...

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Pacific Division Preview: Ducks, Kings, Sharks, Kraken, Flames, Canucks, Coyotes from 2021-10-06T15:52

Jess Belmosto of Locked On Flames breaks down the Pacific division with the help of local experts. Will the Ducks have a worse season than the Buffalo Sabres? The Kings have potential to be competi...

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Atlantic Division Season Preview: Lightning, Leafs, Canadiens, Sabres, Senators, Red Wings, Panthers, Bruins from 2021-10-05T18:07:42

Sneaky Joe DiBiase and Mike Distefano preview the Atlantic Division with the help of the Locked On NHL local experts! Do the Lightning deserve to be division favorites? Can the Leafs get past the f...

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We Have the Latest on the Jack Eichel Controversy, An Exciting Time in Florida and the Latest on the NHL's Newest Team, the Seattle Kraken from 2021-10-04T06:22

On today's show we welcome Armando Velez of Locked On Florida Panthers who discusses the prospects for this exciting and oft-overlooked team this season.We also welcome Erica Ayala to discuss the l...

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TNT is in pre-season form&Keefe gets an extension from 2021-10-01T13:59:44

On today's show, Sneaky Joe and Rachel run down the latest news in hockey. We start off with TNT's rocky NHL broadcast debut&the horrific situation with racism on display in the Ukraine Hockey Fede...

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Prediction Time! Who Will Win It All&Which Young Players Are On Track To Have Their Numbers Retired? from 2021-09-30T07:00

The New York Rangers will, rightfully so, retire Henrik Lundqvist's #30 in January, so Adam and Chris take a look at which young NHLers (five years in the league or less) are on track to have their...

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Wake us up when the preseason ends from 2021-09-29T08:00

Hosts Sarah Avampato (Locked On Kings) and Jess Belmosto (Locked On Flames) look at the pre-season so far, including why everyone needs to chill out, and when roster battles start playing out on th...

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Today We Discuss a Critical Season of Change for the Blue Jackets, What the Defending Champs Need to do to Repeat and a Speical Interview with Ottawa's Alex Formenton from 2021-09-27T06:22

Today three of our local experts join us to discuss some big stories from around the NHL. First, Jay Forster of Locked on Blue Jackets talks about the changes in Columbus and the keys to a successf...

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Sabres strip Eichel's captaincy, Malkin out months, other big injuries around the league from 2021-09-24T18:23:51

Sneaky Joe DiBiase and Rachel Donner discuss the Sabres stripping Jack Eichel of his captaincy and what's ahead for the Sabres star centerman. Also, how much will the Penguins miss Evgeni Malkin wh...

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Evander Kane's Troubles Aren't Completely Over. Tyler Bertuzzi Says 'No' from 2021-09-23T07:00

The NHL investigation into gambling allegations against the San Jose Sharks Evander Kane found that he did not, in fact, bet on NHL or San Jose games. However, Kane's troubles are not completely ov...

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Kaprizov Signs; Prospects Shine; Medium Spicy Takes from 2021-09-22T08:00

Hosts Sarah Avampato (Locked On Kings) and Jess Belmosto (Locked On Flames) tackle the announcement that the Minnesota Wild have signed Kirill Kaprizov to a five-year, $45 million contract. How doe...

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Eastern Conference Over/unders from 2021-09-22T01:00

Sneaky Joe DiBiase and Mike Distefano pick over/unders for the 2021-22 NHL season in the Eastern Conference! The guys also discuss Karill Kaprizov's contract and RFAs who have yet to sign with trai...

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How Will the Pens Cope with the Loss of Sidney Crosby, the Avalanche with Their Change in Goal and the Bruins with the Loss of David Krejci? from 2021-09-20T06:22

Today we are joined by three local experts to discuss the biggest stories from around the NHL. First, Ian McLaren joins us to discuss how the Boston Bruins will handle the loss of David Krejci and ...

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BetOnline Regular Season Point Total Over/Under Predictions! from 2021-09-17T10:00

On Today’s show, Sneaky Joe&Rachel react to the additions to the TNT NHL broadcast team and the National TV schedules released by TNT&ESPN. Then we take a look at BetOnline.ag’s over/under on seaso...

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Which Paul Bissonnette Will TNT Get? The NWHL Rebrand Excludes the Word 'Women'. from 2021-09-16T10:00

TNT made waves by including Paul Bissonnette in their NHL broadcast team and some people are worried about what exactly he will bring to the table. Will he bring the 'Biznasty' persona of Barstool'...

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Vaccine confirmations; Broadcasting teams; Best and worst logos from 2021-09-15T08:00

Hosts Jess Belmosto (Locked On Flames) and Sarah Avampato (Locked On Kings) look at the recent news from teams like the Carolina Hurricanes and Calgary Flames who boast 100% vaccination rates for C...

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Today We Look at the Young Ducks Stars, a Touching Interview with Lauren Hart of the Flyers and the latest on David Backes' Retirement and the Vladimir Tarasenko Rumors from 2021-09-13T08:22

Today we are joined by Jason Hernandez of Locked On Ducks to discuss that team's hot young prospects and future, Rachael Donner of Locked On Flyers plays part of her interview with Flyers national ...

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Locked on NHL Top 50: The Top Ten! from 2021-09-10T15:55:51

Sneaky Joe DiBiase and Rachel Donner dive into the Top Ten of our Top 50 Players List, as voted on by the Locked On NHL local experts! We go through our top guys in the league, including a couple s...

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Filling Out the Olympic Team Rosters from 2021-09-09T08:00

The Olympics will once again welcome NHL talent, and while the official list of names for each country has not been reveals, Adam and Chris take a look at the big players and which country has the ...

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Stagnant trades, offer sheet madness, and more from 2021-09-08T20:43:23

Is everyone supposed to just forget about the fact that Vladimir Tarasenko requested a trade from the St. Louis Blues? Hosts Jess Belmosto (Locked On Flames) and Sarah Avampato (Locked On Kings) lo...

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Locked On NHL Top 50: 20-11 from 2021-09-07T04:30:44

Sneaky Joe DiBiase and Mike Distefano continue on with our Top 50 players list with #s 20-11! Who is the top goaltender between Andrei Vasilevskiy and Connor Helleybuck? Who's more underrated? Sash...

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Locked on NHL Top 50: 21-30 from 2021-09-03T16:09

Sneaky Joe and Rachel go through the 21st through 30th best players in the NHL! They also cover the Women's Worlds gold medal results, and the new NHL Covid protocols for this upcoming season. Supp...

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Remaining Free Agents. Why Haven't They Signed and Will They? Why Are Offer Sheets Looked Down Upon? from 2021-09-02T07:00

On today's episode of Locked on NHL, Adam and Chris discuss some remaining free agents. Why haven't they signed and will they eventually get signed? Why aren't more offer sheets made and when they ...

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No deal and new deals from 2021-09-01T08:00

Tomas Hertl is in the last year of his contract, with no news of an extension forthcoming. Does he want to leave San Jose? Is it a smart idea to wait on an extension? What direction is that team ev...

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Locked On NHL Top-50: 40-31 from 2021-08-31T18:37

Sneaky Joe DiBiase and Mike Distefano dive into players 40-31 on our Locked On NHL Top-50 players list! Who's higher between Carey Price and Marc-Andre Fleury? Which Maple Leaf is Mike blown away b...

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This Week We Feature An Analysis of What May Be the Most Improved Team in the League, a Rare Spite Offer Sheet and a Huge Extension for a Star Forward from 2021-08-30T06:22

We have three of our local experts on to discuss the biggest stories from around the league. First, Trey Matthews of Locked On Devils discusses what may be the most improved team in the NHL this of...

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Locked on NHL Top 50: 41-50 from 2021-08-27T15:39:57

Sneaky Joe DiBiase and Rachel Donner dive into the first official block of Top 50 Players List, as voted on by the Locked On NHL local experts! We go through players 41-50, including the head scrat...

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Speaking of snubs, Arizona, am I right? from 2021-08-25T15:02:45

Sarah Avampato (Locked On Kings) and Jess Belmosto (Locked On Flames) look at what's next for the Arizona Coyotes after the city of Glendale said they have to move on. Plus, we share our hockey fan...

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Top 50 List Snubs from 2021-08-25T01:56

Sneaky Joe DiBiase and Mike Distefano dive into the list of players that did not make our Top 50 Players List, as voted on by the Locked On NHL local experts! The guys are fired up about Evgeni Mal...

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An Arena Crisis, A Top Prospect and the Retirement of the King, All Today on the Locked On NHL Podcast from 2021-08-23T06:22

The Arizona Coyotes have been notified that this will be their last season in their present home, and Locked On Coyotes host Robyn Leano joins us to discuss what this means for the franchise and wh...

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Coyotes get evicted from Glendale from 2021-08-20T18:33

Sneaky Joe DiBiase and Rachel Donner react to the city of Glendale, Arizona choosing not to renew their lease with the Arizona Coyotes, leaving the team without a home beyond the 2021-22 season. Is...

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Jersey Ads: The Sky is Falling? from 2021-08-18T16:20:07

Sarah Avampato (Locked On Kings) and Jess Belmosto (Locked On Flames) look at the newest updates on COVID policies throughout the league, including teams that are requiring proof of vaccination for...

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Metro Division Super Draft from 2021-08-17T14:40

Sneaky Joe DiBiase and Mike Distefano draft the best players from the Metropolitan Division! Is Sidney Crosby still worthy of the 1st pick? How many legitimate starting goalies are in the division?...

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Something New, Lots of Changes and Controversy Abounds from 2021-08-16T08:22

Today we welcome three of our local experts to discuss the latest news from around the NHL.First we have Erica Ayala of Locked On Kraken. She discusses the buzz surrounding the NHL's newest team an...

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Young players going for short-term deals over long-term from 2021-08-13T13:18

Sneaky Joe DiBiase and Rachel Donner go through some of the big signings of the week including Igor Shesterkin in New York, Carter Hart in Philly, Jakub Vrana in Detroit, and Sam Reinhart in Florid...

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The disheartening reason Jaromir Jagr needs to play into his 50's. Is the dislike for Evander Kane real? from 2021-08-13T03:38:34

It's not like Jaromir Jager WANTS to keep playing hockey. He NEEDS to, and when you hear the reason why it will crush you. Is it possible for an entire team to dislike one player? That seems to be ...

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Atlantic Divison Super Draft from 2021-08-11T18:23:37

Sneaky Joe DiBiase and Mike Distefano have a special all-Atlantic Division Super Draft to build the best superstar team of players from the division. Does Auston Mathews or Victor Hedman go first o...

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New goalie, new forward, new contract from 2021-08-09T13:22:41

Jack Bushman of Locked On Blackhawks joins the show to talk about Marc-Andre Fleury's decision to return to playing, giving the Chicago Blackhawks a Vezina-winner in net and much more certainty ove...

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Olympics, Tatar, and Pelech from 2021-08-06T20:20:13

Sneaky Joe DiBiase and Rachel Donner go through the news of the week in the NHL! Did the Devils make a good decision, signing Tomas Tatar to a 2-year, $9 million contract? Could Adam Pelech have go...

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Evander Kane in Hot Water, A Towes Timeline,&MAF Has Made A Decision from 2021-08-04T15:01

Western Conference Wednesday kicks off with the latest developments in the Evander Kane allegations. Does the league have a responsibility to investigate ALL reports of misconduct or can they pick ...

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Evander Kane in scalding hot water from 2021-08-04T01:24:25

Evander Kane is in hot water, after being accused by his ex-wife of gambling on the National Hockey League and throwing his own games. Plus, with Sharks teammates reportedly wanting Kane gone, what...

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Free Agency Aftermath from 2021-08-02T08:00

Today we look at some of the biggest NHL free agency moves. Trey Matthews of Locked On Devils talks about the New Jersey Devils signing defenseman Dougie Hamilton and goaltender Jonathan Bernier. L...

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Are Chicago and LA back? from 2021-07-30T19:15

After big moves by Chicago and LA, Sneaky Joe DiBiase and Rachel Donner evaluate whether the Hawks and Kings have re-loaded enough to win around their Stanley Cup champion star players. Also, wheth...

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A wild day one of free agency! Who won, who lost? from 2021-07-29T10:00

After a slow and subdued free agency period after the 2020 season, the NHL was back open for business yesterday as day one of the NHL free agency was fast and furious. Chris and Adam discuss all th...

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Vegas Drama, Draft Pick Hoarding, Kraken Thoughts from 2021-07-28T08:00

Hosts Sarah Avampato (Locked On Kings) and Jess Belmosto (Locked On Flames) look at the trade that sent Vezina-winning goaltender Marc-Andre Fleury to Chicago -- that is, if he doesn't just up and ...

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Marc-Andre Fleury traded to Chicago from 2021-07-27T20:13:10

Sneaky Joe DiBiase and Mike Distefano react live to the Golden Knights sending Marc-Andre Fleury to Chicago for nothing in return. The guys criticize Vegas for allowing Fleury to find about the tra...

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Two Drafts Down from 2021-07-26T08:00

The Seattle Kraken completed their expansion draft and now (sort of) have a roster. Erica Ayala of Locked On Kraken joins to give the details on Seattle's big week. Next, Rachel Donner of Locked On...

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The Seattle Kraken finally have a roster! from 2021-07-22T07:00

After years of waiting the Seattle Kraken finally have their first players. Is it a good roster? Why do we have to wait to hear about any trades? Can they compete for a playoff spot? Did it annoy y...

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Happy Kraken Day! from 2021-07-21T15:56:01

Before the Seattle Kraken select their roster in tonight's expansion draft, hosts Sarah Avampato (Locked On Kings) and Jess Belmosto (Locked On Flames) look at the Western Conference teams and who ...

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Is the Price right for Seattle? from 2021-07-20T04:26

Sneaky Joe DiBiase debate whether or not the Seattle Kraken should select Carey Price from the Montreal Canadiens in the expansion draft. Also, the guys breakdown Seattle's decision from St. Louis ...

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Countdown to Kraken Time from 2021-07-19T08:00

Between surprise buyouts, abrupt trades, and surprising names left off of protection lists, the NHL is going all out bananas before the expansion draft. Hear from hosts across the Locked On NHL net...

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The most ridiculous 48 hours in hockey from 2021-07-14T08:00

Hosts Sarah Avampato (Locked On Kings) and Jess Belmosto (Locked On Flames) look at a wild 48 hours in hockey. Duncan Keith is an Edmonton Oiler, Ryan Suter and Zach Parise are free agents, and Pek...

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Wild, Pekka, Pierre, and Oilers LOL from 2021-07-14T03:18

Lots happening in the NHL over the last few days. Sneaky Joe DiBiase and Mike Distefano go through the Minnesota Wild buying out Zach Parise and Ryan Suter. Could they be making way for a Jack Eich...

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Back-to-back; Tarasenko wants out; the Wild want Kaprizov from 2021-07-12T08:00

Adam Denker of Locked On Lightning shares some thoughts on the Tampa Bay Lightning's second consecutive Stanley Cup. And then host Sarah Avampato is joined by Thomas Welch (Locked On Blues) to lear...

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2022 Stanley Cup Odds from 2021-07-09T17:39

Sneaky Joe DiBiase and Rachel Donner go through BetOnline's 2022 Stanley Cup odds. Do the Colorado Avalanche deserve to be the favorites going into next season? Who among the basement dwellers has ...

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The Tampa Bay Lightning win their second Stanley Cup in as many years from 2021-07-09T03:55:31

Last year was bubble hockey, this season was pandemic shortened. In the end, the Tampa Bay Lightning claimed the Stanley Cup trophy both times. Adam Denker from Locked on Lightning and Chris Miciel...

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Seattle hires assistant coaches; will Kaprizov return? from 2021-07-07T16:18:32

Hosts Sarah Avampato (Locked On Kings) and Jess Belmosto (Locked On Flames) take a look at Montreal's overtime winner to keep their hopes alive in the Stanley Cup Final. Plus, the Seattle Kraken ha...

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Habs keep the season alive from 2021-07-07T01:15

Sneaky Joe DIBiase and Mike Distefano discuss the Canadiens forcing Game 5 of the Stanley Cup Final in Tampa Bay. Plus, what is the Tampa mayor doing rooting for the Lightning to lose Game 4? Who s...

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Kirill for Calder; New Bench Boss in Arizona; Arvy Party in Los Angeles from 2021-07-05T20:11:12

Host Sarah Avampato (Locked On Kings) looks at some of the biggest stories in the NHL today. First, hear from Seth Toupal (Locked On Wild) about the Calder Trophy win of Minnesota Wild forward Kiri...

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NHL awards breakdown from 2021-07-02T19:38

Sneaky Joe DiBiase is joined by Rachel Donner of Locked On Flyers to breakdown the winners and vote counts for the NHL awards. Looking ahead, should Nikita Kucherov be eliminated from Conn Smythe c...

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An all-Eastern Stanley Cup Final; NHL Awards from 2021-06-30T15:34:28

Sarah Avampato (Locked On Kings) and Jess Belmosto (Locked On Flames) give their picks for the Stanley Cup final and wonder what the iconic image from this series will be. Plus, a look at the recen...

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NHL Olympic participation in peril from 2021-06-29T19:04

Sneaky Joe DiBiase and Mike Distefano go through Gary Bettman and Bill Daly's annual state of the league press conference, including pessimism towards NHL players going to the Olympics in 2022. Plu...

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Time to get Kraken; Montreal's magical moment from 2021-06-28T14:23:58

Host Sarah Avampato welcomes Erica Ayala, host of Locked On Kraken, to discuss her path to Kraken-land and the team's choice of Dave Hakstol for head coach. Locked On Kraken debuts on July 1. We've...

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The Habs are finals bound from 2021-06-25T15:38:47

The Montreal Canadiens are heading to the Stanley Cup Final! Sneaky Joe DiBiase and Gil Martin are both impressed by Montreal in their series against a superior opponent. Do the Habs have what it t...

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The Montreal Canadiens win while we were recording this. The Seattle Kraken find their coach. What to expect in Game 7 of the Islanders / Lightning series. from 2021-06-25T03:30:19

The Montreal Canadiens have found their way to the Stanley Cup finals. An improbable run continues, and it all happened while we were recording this episode. We also discuss the Seattle Kraken find...

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Let's Talk About Matt Tkachuk from 2021-06-23T08:00

Hosts Sarah Avampato (Locked On Kings) and Jess Belmosto (Locked On Flames) take a look at the current state of the playoffs, then turn to the rumors that Matt Tkachuk may want out of Calgary. Wher...

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Ridiculous officiating in Vegas-Montreal series from 2021-06-22T20:23:26

What the hell is going on with the officiating in the Montreal-Vegas series? Sneaky Joe DiBiase and Mike Distefano go through the storylines from both series in the semis. Who should Vegas roll wit...

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Barkov for Selke; Rod the Bod from 2021-06-21T08:00

Host Sarah Avampato talks with Armando Velez of Locked On Panthers all about Aleksander Barkov's Selke Award win, plus the nomination of Bill Zito for GM of the year as he helps to rebuild the Flor...

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Eichel trade market heating up from 2021-06-18T17:36

Sneaky Joe DiBiase is joined by Gil Martin of Locked On Islanders to go over the Islanders loss to the Lightning in Game 3. Do the Isles deserve to be +500 underdogs to win the series at BetOnline....

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Las Vegas vs. the World from 2021-06-16T08:00

Is anyone rooting for the Vegas Golden Knights other than Vegas fans? Can Montreal somehow pull off a win? And seriously, how are the Islanders still so under the radar? Sarah Avampato (Locked On K...

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Dougie Hamilton hits the open market from 2021-06-16T03:15:03

Sneaky Joe DiBiase and Mike Distefano go through the top headlines in the NHL including the Hurricanes giving star defenseman Dougie Hamilton permission to speak with other teams. Where will Hamilt...

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Lightning, Avalanche, New Brad from 2021-06-14T12:42:38

Host Sarah Avampato (Locked On Kings) talks with Adam Denker (Locked On Lightning) about the Tampa Bay Lightning, the cap space/LTIR controversy, and what the Islanders need to do to get the defend...

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Semi-finals preview from 2021-06-12T03:48

For his final show on the Locked On NHL Podcast, Tom Gazzola joins Sneaky Joe DiBiase to recap Round 2 of the Stanley Cup Playoffs and preview the semis! Plus, who is Canada rooting for? Is it Mont...

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Checking in on the playoffs; Stone for Selke? from 2021-06-09T07:00

Hosts Sarah Avampato (Locked On Kings) and Tom Gazzola (TSN 1260) take a look at the current state of the playoffs, including Montreal's unexpected path to the final four, Tampa's success after lea...

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Does Canada want Montreal to win? from 2021-06-09T03:25

The Montreal Canadiens just did what? Swept the Jets? Sneaky Joe DiBiase and Mike Distefano breakdown the Habs dominance over Winnipeg and debate whether they can get past the winner of Vegas-Color...

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Don't underestimate the Islanders; Jets sweep imminent? from 2021-06-07T16:47:30

Host Sarah Avampato previews Monday night's matchups in the Stanley Cup Playoffs. Gil Martin of Locked On Islanders joins to let us in on the secret of success for the Islanders, who have tied thei...

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Filling in head coach vacancies from 2021-06-04T18:03

Sneaky Joe DiBiase and Tom Gazzola go through the most interesting series' in the Stanley Cup Playoffs, what is next for the Toronto Maple Leafs, and where will Seth Jones get traded? Plus, the guy...

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Mark Scheifele gets a four game suspension for his hit on Jake Evans. Did Player Safety get it right? The Buffalo Sabres win the draft lottery. from 2021-06-04T01:37:41

Mark Scheifele gets a four game suspension for his hit on Jake Evans. Did Player Safety get it right? The Buffalo Sabres had the best odds to win the #1 overall pick in the draft, and they did just...

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Reaves, Kadri suspensions; that good ol' Conference Final feel from 2021-06-02T08:00

Hosts Sarah Avampato (Locked On Kings) and Tom Gazzola (TSN 1260) look at the scrum that earned Vegas Golden Knights forward Ryan Reaves a two-game suspension. And, no, this isn't middle school, bu...

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Toronto Maple First Round Losses from 2021-06-01T18:51

For the fifth consecutive year, the Toronto Maple Leafs have lost in the opening round of the Stanley Cup Playoffs. Sneaky Joe DiBiase and Mike Distefano break down where it went wrong for Toronto ...

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Let's Go Game Seven from 2021-05-31T16:55:52

Host Sarah Avampato (Locked On Kings) talks to Karlo Gonzalez (Locked On Golden Knights) about Vegas' path through Minnesota, how the team matches up against the Colorado Avalanche, and what weakne...

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Playoff spin cycle from 2021-05-28T23:34

Sneaky Joe DiBiase and Tom Gazzola bounce around through the top storylines from the week that was in the Stanley Cup Playoffs and the NHL. Will McDavid want out in Edmonton? Are the Leafs about to...

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Will McDavid, Ovechkin and Crosby being eliminated hurt the NHL television ratings? Is there more to the Gretzky exit with Edmonton than we think? from 2021-05-28T02:29

After one round of the NHL playoffs, superstars such as Connor McDavid, Alex Ovechkin and Sidney Crosby are eliminated. Players like them are the reason the casual fan tune in. Is there enough star...

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St. Louis Blues out and disappointed about it; Unexpected goaltending storylines; Wayne from 2021-05-26T15:18:17

Hosts Sarah Avampato (Locked On Kings) and Tom Gazzola (TSN 1260) look at the St. Louis Blues' elimination from the playoffs. Will the Blues overreact or do they recognize this year as being more c...

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Brooms for McDavid and the Oilers from 2021-05-26T02:55

The Edmonton Oilers got swept by the Winnipeg Jets in Round 1 and Connor McDavid is not happy. Sneaky Joe DiBiase and Mike Distefano ponder how much pressure is on the Oilers to surround McDavid wi...

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Wild on the ropes; Leafs surge back from 2021-05-24T07:00

Host Sarah Avampato (Locked On Kings) looks at both sides of the Minnesota Wild/Vegas Golden Knights matchup, as we talk with Locked On Wild host Seth Toupalabout what his team needs to do to get b...

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Kadri suspension + Leafs in trouble already from 2021-05-22T01:00

Sneaky Joe DiBiase and Tom Gazzola go through the biggest headlines in the first week of the Stanley Cup Playoffs including the Leafs dropping Game 1 to the Habs, Nazem Kadri's hit on Justin Faulk,...

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Stellar goalie performances in West, Central playoffs from 2021-05-19T12:39:17

Hosts Sarah Avampato (Locked On Kings) and Tom Gazzola (TSN 1260) look at the opening games of the playoffs in the West and Central divisions. Whether it's been the goaltending duels of Vegas and M...

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North Division Playoff Preview from 2021-05-19T03:40

Sneaky Joe DiBiase and Mike Distefano break down the first two games of Bruins-Capitals and Penguins-Islanders. Who's in good shape two games into their series'? The guys then preview the North Div...

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Columbus enters a post-John Tortorella world; the AHL prepares for "playoffs" from 2021-05-18T02:45:49

Rumors are already flying about who may take over behind the bench for the Columbus Blue Jackets. Host Sarah Avampato (Locked On Kings) is joined by Locked On Blue Jackets host Jay Forster to talk ...

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First round playoff picks! from 2021-05-14T17:46

With the Stanley Cup Playoffs beginning on Saturday, Sneaky Joe DiBiase and Tom Gazzola pick who will win each series in the first round! The guys pick a couple of upsets, including series wins by ...

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Is it too early to think about next season? from 2021-05-12T17:35:15

Hosts Sarah Avampato (Locked On Kings) and Tom Gazzola (TSN 1260) look at the coaching vacancies in Arizona and Columbus and toss around some possible names who could get the call. Plus, which team...

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Jack Eichel wants out of Buffalo from 2021-05-11T18:52

Big things are happening in Buffalo, with Jack Eichel sounding like he wants out in his Zoom call on Monday morning. Sneaky Joe DiBiase and Mike Distefano discuss Eichel wanting out, his injury, an...

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Tocchet Out, Blues In, Rangers ???!? from 2021-05-10T07:00

Host Sarah Avampato (Locked On Kings) shares some quick thoughts from Robby Leano of Locked On Coyotes in the wake of the decision to mutually part ways with coach Rick Tocchet. Plus, it took a whi...

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Rangers fined and suspended for Tom Wilson responses from 2021-05-07T22:38

The New York Rangers have had a tough week, from being bullied by Tom Wilson, to firing their President and GM, to now being fined $250,000 by the NHL. Sneaky Joe DiBiase and Tom Gazzola debate wha...

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The New York Rangers settle the score on the ice with the Washington Capitals while their President and GM get fired off it. from 2021-05-06T10:00

We knew there would be retribution, but did we think there would be 100 penalty minutes in the first period alone between the Rangers and Capitals. New York took matters into their own hands as the...

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West/Central Playoff Picture from 2021-05-05T16:15:41

Hosts Sarah Avampato (Locked On Kings) and Tom Gazzola (TSN 1260) look at the potential playoff matchups in the West and Central Divisions. Who emerges into the second round? Which matchups are mus...

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Tom Wilson escapes with a slap on the wrist from 2021-05-04T17:38

Sneaky Joe DiBiase and Mike Distefano are both fired up about Capitals forward Tom Wilson only getting a $5,000 fine, for what was basically attempted murder. Do the Caps need to step in to change ...

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Avs hurt (again); Stars still hopeful; Canadiens' Caufield just having fun from 2021-05-03T13:42:09

Host Sarah Avampato looks at three stories from across the NHL. First, the Colorado Avalanche are trying to chase down the Vegas Golden Knights for first overall in their division. Can they do it, ...

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Is Ryan Miller a HOFer? from 2021-04-30T18:33

With Ryan Miller announcing his retirement on Thursday, Sneaky Joe DiBiase and Tom Gazzola evaluate Miller's Hall of Fame candidacy as the winningest American-born goaltender in NHL history. Plus, ...

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Playoff picture becomes clearer; Andrew Shaw retires; Big big TV money from 2021-04-28T08:00

Remember when everyone was counting the Nashville Predators out? Yeah, us too. Hosts Sarah Avampato (Locked On Kings) and Tom Gazzola (TSN 1260) look at the current standings in the west and try to...

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McDavid's 100 point chase from 2021-04-27T17:39

Sneaky Joe DiBiase and Mike Distefano debate whether or not Connor McDavid can reach 100 points, with 19 points to go in 10 games. Also, who is the best team in the East Division? And what does the...

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Carolina Hurricanes ready to clinch; Pittsburgh Penguins send a message from 2021-04-26T08:00

Host Sarah Avampato (Locked On Kings) looks east for today's show. First, the Carolina Hurricanes just missed out on clinching their third consecutive playoff spot this weekend. Locked On Hurricane...

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Building an NHL Super League from 2021-04-23T18:38:19

With the European Super League being the biggest sports story in the world in the last week, Joe DiBiase and Tom Gazzola build what they think an NHL Super League would look like, made up of just 1...

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Taking a look at the so called "Unbreakable Records" and if they really will never be broken from 2021-04-22T10:00

Patrick Marleau passed Gordie Howe. In the grand scheme of it all it doesn't matter what the record was. Just saying you beat Gordie Howe is enough. But the record that was broken was considered on...

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Why are people asking if Patrick Marleau is a Hall of Famer? Are we heading for bubble playoff hockey again?? from 2021-04-21T09:00

Patrick Marleau broke a record many people did not think would be broken and he the record he broke was held by Mr. Hockey himself, Gordie Howe. Even without owning that record Patrick Marleau is a...

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Patrick Marleau breaks Gordie Howe's games played record from 2021-04-21T02:00

Sneaky Joe DiBiase and Mike Distefano talk Patrick Marleau breaking Gordie Howe's record for the most games played in NHL history, and check in on Alex Ovechkin's chase for 895 goals. Plus, the Van...

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The Taylor Hall Sweepstakes; Winnipeg's Inevitable Date with Edmonton from 2021-04-19T15:27:43

Host Sarah Avampato (Locked On Kings) checks in today with Ian McLaren of Locked On Bruins. The Boston Bruins were the lucky winners of the Taylor Hall sweepstakes at the trade deadline. How is he ...

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Deadline hot takes and the COVID Canucks from 2021-04-16T20:12

Sneaky Joe DiBiase and Tom Gazzola break down the biggest storylines from the week that was in the NHL. What is going to happen the Vancouver Canucks and the North Divison? Why is Joe so fired up a...

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Jack Eichel done for the season. Who will be the fourth team in for each division? from 2021-04-15T10:00

A handful of players will be out for varying amounts of time. Jack Eichel's season is over and will need surgery due to a neck injury. Ben Bishop and Alexander Radulov of the Dallas Stars will also...

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Trade deadline winners and losers from 2021-04-14T13:38:17

Hosts Sarah Avampato (Locked On Kings) and Tom Gazzola (TSN 1260) take a look at the trade deadline activity. Which teams are winners? Who picked up a surprise haul? Who didn't do enough? And why d...

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North and East Trade Deadline Recap from 2021-04-13T13:44

Sneaky Joe DiBiase and Mike Distefano recap the NHL trade deadline for the North and East divisions! Joe crushes Washington for trading Jakub Vrana, a 1st, and a 2nd for Anthony Mantha. Mike believ...

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Hello new faces, goodbye team dad from 2021-04-12T07:00

Host Sarah Avampato (Locked On Kings) looks at some of the biggest non-Taylor Hall-related trades that happened in the NHL. First up, Gil Martin of Locked On Islanders explains how new acquisitions...

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Palmieri off the market, Taylor Hall becomes top name to get from 2021-04-09T21:01

With just days to go until the NHL trade deadline, the Islanders acquired Kyle Palmieri from the New Jersey Devils! Sneaky Joe DiBiase and Tom Gazzola break down the trade and discuss who the leade...

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The New York Islanders make a splash in acquiring Kyle Palmieri. Does this jump start the trade market? Henrik Lundqvist could play this season? from 2021-04-08T10:00

This trade deadline will be a different one this year and one thing that could happen are moves being made well before the deadline day. The Islanders didn't wait to pull the trigger on a big deal ...

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Trade speculation! Get your trade speculation here! from 2021-04-07T08:00

Hosts Sarah Avampato (Locked On Kings) and Tom Gazzola (TSN 1260) take one last pre-trade deadline look at the standings in the Central and Pacific Divisions. What will the bubble teams do? Can Ari...

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North and East Trade Deadline Preview from 2021-04-07T03:45

Who are the buyers and sellers in the North and East Divisions? Sneaky Joe DiBiase and Mike Distefano break it all down. Plus, what potential unexpected hockey trades could be made on deadline day?...

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COVID concerns in Vancouver; a streak ends for Detroit from 2021-04-05T08:00

Host Sarah Avampato (Locked On Kings) is joined today by Justin Morissette (Locked On Canucks) who has the latest news about the COVID-19 outbreak facing the Vancouver Canucks. How did it get start...

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Who are buyers? Who are sellers? from 2021-04-04T19:06

Who will be buyers at the NHL trade deadline? Who will be sellers? Sneaky Joe DiBiase and Tom Gazzola debate which way some bubble teams will go. Plus, what does the goalie market look like? Will t...

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Connor McDavid avoids suspension. Is this special treatment? Mailbag trade deadline questions. Sports Movies bracket challenge! from 2021-04-01T10:00

Chris is joined by Gil Martin from Locked on Islanders as Adam had work things to take care of this week. Connor McDavid was given a $5k fine for his elbow to the head of Jesperi Kotkaniemi...........

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Defenseman woes from 2021-03-31T13:52:42

Hosts Sarah Avampato (Locked On Kings) and Tom Gazzola (TSN 1260) look at the latest news in the NHL. With the Philadelphia Flyers waiving defenseman Shayne Gostisbehere, can the defenseman help ou...

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The Flyers have no Hart from 2021-03-30T22:42

The Philadelphia Flyers are struggling. Starting goalie Carter Hart isn't dressing for games and defenseman Shayne Gostisbehere has been waived. Sneaky Joe DiBiase and Mike Distefano believe their ...

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Staal to Montreal, Flyers struggle, and Ekblad update from 2021-03-29T08:00

The Montreal Canadiens got out ahead of the pack by acquiring forward Eric Staal weeks before the trade deadline. Host Sarah Avampato (Locked On Kings) is joined by Laura Saba (Locked On Canadiens)...

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Tim Peel gone, trade deadline odds, does John Gibson stink now? from 2021-03-27T03:31

Sneaky Joe DiBiase and Tom Gazzola take a dash around the NHL, looking at the top headlines. The guys talk Tim Peel being let go, odds from BetOnline pertaining to the trade deadline, and does John...

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Fights, Fate, and Fans from 2021-03-24T15:31:46

Hosts Sarah Avampato (Locked On Kings) and Tom Gazzola (TSN 1260) take a dive into this week's NHL news. First up, San Jose Sharks forward Kurtis Gabriel was fined for taking things a little too fa...

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Midseason NHL awards show from 2021-03-23T17:38

Just past the midway point of the NHL season, who do Sneaky Joe DiBiase and Mike Distefano pick for the Hart, Vezina, Norris, Calder, and Jack Adams? The guys also look at BetOnline.ag's odds for e...

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The art of the hockey call; Sharks sadness; Leafs and messy goaltending from 2021-03-22T08:00

First up on today's show, the Locked On Red Wings team talk to former ESPN broadcaster Gary Thorne about his love for calling hockey games. Then, host Sarah Avampato (Locked On Kings) talks to JD Y...

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What's next in Buffalo? from 2021-03-20T02:01

Sneaky Joe DiBiase and Tom Gazzola debate the Sabres firing of Ralph Krueger and what is to come next for the Buffalo Sabres. The guys also discuss who the most fun team in the NHL is. And, has the...

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The Buffalo Nightmare. Hockey In Person ?!?! from 2021-03-19T02:19:17

Adam and Chris take the mics and try to figure out what the heck is wrong in Buffalo. Were Buffalo fans right in having some hope at the start of the year or should we have seen a season like this ...

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Midseason Western-ish Superlatives from 2021-03-17T08:00

Hosts Sarah Avampato (Locked On Kings) and Tom Gazzola (TSN 1260) hand out some midseason awards on today's show. With the season about halfway through, it seems like a good enough time to judge so...

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Sabres embarassment, a race atop the North, and the ESPN TV deal from 2021-03-16T19:16

Sneaky Joe DiBiase and Mike Distefano talk NHL on ESPN, the Sabres still refusing to fire head coach Ralph Krueger, and can the Winnipeg Jets catch Toronto for first place in the North Division? Bo...

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The Islanders' win streak; Kaprizov for Calder from 2021-03-15T08:00

Host Sarah Avampato (Locked On Kings) is joined first by Gil Martin (Locked On Islanders), who breaks down Sunday's wild win for the team, as they notched their ninth consecutive win. What's the se...

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More likely to win the cup: Hurricanes or Islanders? from 2021-03-13T16:41

Sneaky Joe DiBiase and Tom Gazzola discuss the biggest headlines of the week in the NHL, including Jack Eichel's injury, Karill Kaprizov setting the world on fire, and dueling 7-game win streaks by...

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TV deals and injury woes from 2021-03-10T09:00

Hosts Sarah Avampato (Locked On Kings) and Tom Gazzola (TSN 1260) discuss the breaking news about the NHL's new television deal with ESPN. Plus, the Arizona Coyotes yet again have to deal with inju...

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Draft lottery changes and coaching hot seats from 2021-03-09T19:00

With another head coach fired, this time in Calgary, Sneaky Joe DiBiase and Mike Distefano take a look at who else could be on the hot seat in the NHL. Plus, the guys go over reported changes to th...

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Misery Loves Company from 2021-03-08T09:00

On today's show, host Sarah Avampato (Locked On Kings) looks at three teams who would rather be anywhere else right now. Jess Belmosto (Locked On Flames) shares the latest news about the Calgary Fl...

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Are the Minnesota Wild finally interesting? from 2021-03-08T03:00

Sneaky Joe DiBiase and Tom Gazzola discuss the latest in the North Divison, including Daryl Sutter making his way back into the NHL as coach of the Flames. Are the Minnesota Wild finally an intrigu...

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Maple Leafs running away with the North from 2021-03-06T05:01

Sneaky Joe DiBiase and Mike Distefano discuss whether the Toronto Maple Leafs have any chance of losing the North Division, after building a huge lead on Winnipeg, Montreal, Edmonton, etc. The guys...

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NHL Mount Rushmore, Eichel and Hall on the move from 2021-03-05T17:40:02

Adam and Chris dive into your listener e-mails as well as tackle the age old debate about who belongs on the NHL Mount Rushmore. The trade deadline is down the road but it is never too early to gue...

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From the basement to the playoffs; Something rotten in Columbus from 2021-03-03T09:00

Hosts Sarah Avampato (Locked On Kings) and Tom Gazzola (TSN 1260) spend some time in the Central Division today, looking at the surprising ascent of the Florida Panthers and Chicago Blackhawks. Are...

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Au revoir, Claude from 2021-03-01T16:25

Host Sarah Avampato (Locked On Kings) looks at some of the biggest news in the league, starting with the Montreal Canadiens. Laura Saba (Locked On Canadiens) joins to tell us why Claude Julien's fi...

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Montreal fires Claude Julien from 2021-02-28T03:56

Despite being in a playoff spot with a 9-5-4 record, the Montreal Canadiens have fired head coach Claude Julien. Sneaky Joe DiBiase and Tom Gazzola discuss Montreal's decision and their outlook for...

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How is Henrik Lundqvist already in goalie gear? The Hart race between McDavid and Matthews from 2021-02-26T05:15:44

Adam and Chris take a look at how in the world Henrik Lundqvist is already back on the ice doing goalie reps. His return is still very much up in the air and we discuss if he will ever play again. ...

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A Nice Sunshine-y Day (plus: bad teams that think they're good) from 2021-02-24T09:00

Hosts Sarah Avampato (Locked On Kings) and Tom Gazzola (TSN 1260) take a look back at the highs (beautiful scenery) and lows (an eight hour intermission) of the NHL's weekend in Lake Tahoe. Next, t...

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Who will be the first coach fired? from 2021-02-23T21:23

Who will be the first NHL head coach fired this season? Sneaky Joe DiBiase and Mike Distefano take a look at some of the bottom feeders in the league that could move on from their man including DJ ...

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Crosby's Milestone, Zegras' Debut, McGillis' Advocacy from 2021-02-22T09:00

Host Sarah Avampato (Locked On Kings) looks at some of the biggest stories in the hockey world. Locked On Penguins host Hunter Hodies joins to talk about Sidney Crosby's 1000th game celebration and...

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A necessary Jack Eichel trade chat from 2021-02-22T03:00

Could the Buffalo Sabres actually trade Jack Eichel? Sneaky Joe DiBiase and Tom Gazzola discuss the recent quotes from Sportsnet's Elliotte Friedman that signify that they could do just that. Also,...

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Mailbag Time! Predicting Matthews' goal total. WandaVision from 2021-02-18T17:15:40

For today's mailbag Thursday, Adam and Chris discuss their biggest surprises in both the team and individual categories. How many goals will Austin Matthews score? And what will the next surprise c...

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Vegas shall ride eternal, shiny and (gold) chrome! from 2021-02-17T09:00

Hosts Sarah Avampato (Locked On Kings) and Tom Gazzola (TSN 1260) take aim at the Vegas Golden Knights' very shiny helmets as they try to figure out what exactly doesn't work about them. Plus, Conn...

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East Division breakdown: The Capitals are vulnerable from 2021-02-17T04:35

With the Pittsburgh Penguins on the outside looking in, who is going to miss the playoffs in the East Division? Pittsburgh? Washington? Philly? Sneaky Joe DiBiase and Mike Distefano also look at th...

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Carolina makes trades, Florida gets saves from 2021-02-15T09:00

Host Sarah Avampato (Locked On Kings) looks at two competitors in the Central Division. Jared Ellis from Locked On Hurricanes joins to discuss the trade that sent Ryan Dzingel back to Ottawa, and s...

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Should the Penguins trade Evgeni Malkin? from 2021-02-13T03:57

With Brian Burke and Ron Hextall in the fold in Pittsburgh, could Evgeni Malkin get traded? Should he get traded? Plus, is the North Division a two horse race? And what the hell are the Golden Knig...

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Tolik Borts from the nonprofit Altrunite joins the show. Mailbag questions. Sidney Crosby to the Avalanche?? from 2021-02-11T11:55:21

Tolik Borts, who runs the nonprofit Altrunite, joins Chris and Adam to discuss the great work he is doing in assisting young and underprivileged kids and communities in getting them donated hockey ...

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Hot desert dogs. Covid craziness&more Patty vs. Torts. from 2021-02-11T00:50

The season has been predictably unpredictable with new division alignments and COVID-19 wreaking havoc on teams and the NHL schedule. Some teams have taken advantage while others have faltered. TSN...

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BONUS EPISODE – Locked On Today – The only 20 minutes you need to be prepared for the day in sports. from 2021-02-10T10:30

The Big 12 continues to entertain everyone this College Basketball season. Last night it was West Virginia beating Texas Tech for a second time this season. The Utah Jazz beat the Celtics to stay a...

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Another Torts dilemma? Stanley Cup longshot bets! from 2021-02-09T19:37

Sneaky Joe DiBiase and Mike Distefano tier the North Division, which Mike believes is becoming very clear. Is John Tortorella already pushing another star player out the door in Columbus? And who a...

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Do Montreal and Toronto own the North? from 2021-02-08T16:56:02

Join Rob Leano (Locked on Coyotes) as he talks to Scott Matla (Locked on Canadiens) and Mike DiStefano (Locked on Leafs) to get the lowdown on the battle in the North Division. Plus, a couple of ch...

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NHL COVID disaster, Penguins GM turbulence, Flames wyd? from 2021-02-05T17:58

The NHL is in COVID chaos! Sneaky Joe DiBiase and Tom Gazzola try to figure out who is at fault for the Devils-Sabres being allowed to play last weekend. Plus, why are the Penguins having so much ...

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Mailbag Thursday! Avalanche&Wild have COVID issues. Are the days of the 'Rock Star' goalies over? Super Bowl picks! from 2021-02-04T11:00

If it's Thursday, it's a mailbag spectacular with Adam and Chris! Today the guys discuss the current state of Tony DeAngelo, the Avalanche and the Wild having games cancelled due to COVID protocols...

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Are the Blues and Stars contenders or pretenders? from 2021-02-03T23:11

The Stars and Blues have gotten off to excellent starts this season, is it sustainable? Do the Coyotes or any of the California teams have any hope of making the post-season? The NHL is getting set...

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Is Anthony Deangelo's career over? from 2021-02-02T18:20

It's been a wild week for the Rangers and defenseman Anthony Deangelo. Sneaky Joe DiBiase and Mike Distefano guess at whether his NHL career is over or not. Plus, are the Pittsburgh Penguins doomed...

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Trade requests, learning to be an ally, and the NWHL's bubble from 2021-02-01T09:00

Host Sarah Avampato (Locked On Kings) talks today with Jess Belmosto (Locked on Flames) about the Calgary Flames' early season struggles and Sam Bennett's trade request. Next up, Jay Forster talks ...

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Dubois-Laine, Fiala, jersey mish-mosh from 2021-01-30T04:50

Sneaky Joe DiBiase and Tom Gazzola go through the top stories in the NHL from the week! Who won the Patrik Laine-Pierre-Luc Dubois trade between Columbus and Winnipeg? Did Minnesota's Kevin Fiala g...

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Mailbag Thursday! Should the NHL get behind the NWHL in a more impactful way? Will the Hurricanes be playing catchup for the rest of the season? from 2021-01-28T12:00

If it is Thursday it means Adam and Chris are taking your questions! Today they answer questions about the NHL and it's relationship (or lack thereof) with the NWHL and should this change? As well ...

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Fun with early season statistics from 2021-01-27T09:00

Sarah Avampato (Locked On Kings) and Tom Gazzola (Locked On NHL) look at some of the big stories in the Western and Central Divisions on today's show. The Dallas Stars were the last team to start t...

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Big trades and big fines from 2021-01-25T09:00

Host Sarah Avampato (Locked On Kings) talks to three Locked On hosts about some of the biggest stories in the NHL. Jay Forster (Locked On Blue Jackets) and Harrison Lee (Locked On Jets) both join t...

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Pierre-Luc Dubois vs. John Tortorella from 2021-01-22T19:29

Things are getting ugly in Columbus with Pierre-Luc Dubois. After Blue Jackets head coach John Tortorella benched him for poor effort on Thursday, Sneaky Joe DiBiase and Tom Gazzola take their best...

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Mailbag Thursday! Chris and Adam answer you mailbag questions and make some Thursday night bets from 2021-01-22T00:47:19

Today marks the beginning of what will be Mailbag Thursday! Every week, Chris and Adam will answer your questions asked on the Locked on NHL Twitter page as well as try to help our listeners make s...

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Dysfunctional pucks, delayed games, and surprising performances from 2021-01-20T09:00

Hosts Sarah Avampato (Locked On Kings) and Tom Gazzola (TSN 1260) take a look at some big stories in the league this week, including the announcement regarding the fancy pucks that were supposed to...

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Can Montreal be the best team in the North Division? from 2021-01-19T20:10

With a few games under almost every team's belt, Sneaky Joe DiBiase and Mike Distefano look at the top of the North and East Division's, trying to project how it's going to go. Both guys agree that...

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Goalie Problems and Big Wins from 2021-01-18T09:00

Host Sarah Avampato (Locked On Kings) looks at some of the biggest stories across the league, starting with the Edmonton Oilers, who placed goaltender Mike Smith on LTIR and are part of a very conf...

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Who are we sure about? from 2021-01-16T18:48

Sneaky Joe DiBiase and Tom Gazzola are back together for their first episode of the season! The guys debate whether the NHL has gone too far with their ad placement this season on helmets, the glas...

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Evander Kane's debt. Gary Bettman makes some questionable comments. Adam and Chris with season predictions from 2021-01-15T03:18:28

Word dropped that Evander Kane is massively in debt. Chris and Adam discuss how that could possibly happen. Gary Bettman made some remarks that might make fans angry, and finally the guys make thei...

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Hockey in the time of COVID; Stanley Cup faves; Bettman's gonna Bettman from 2021-01-13T09:00

Hosts Sarah Avampato (Locked On Kings) and Tom Gazzola (TSN 1260) bring you news from the West and Central Divisions on the temporarily rebranded Western Conference Wednesday show. First up, the Da...

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Best bets for the 2021 season from 2021-01-12T18:40

Sneaky Joe DiBiase and Mike Distefano dive into betting odds for the Stanley Cup, player props, and individual awards! Is Cale Makar a good pick for the Norris Trophy? Does Auston Matthews deserve ...

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Corey Crawford Retires, Dallas Disrupted By Covid, PLD Wants Out from 2021-01-11T09:00

We are days away from the start of the NHL season and we've already got big stories. Host Sarah Avampato (Locked On Kings) is joined first by Trey Matthews (Locked On Devils), who shares his reacti...

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Local Experts NHL Season Preview: West Division from 2021-01-08T05:51:38

To close out the week it's part four of our Locked On NHL Season Preview series! Today Sarah Avampato guides you through the all-new West Division with the help of the local hosts covering each of ...

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Local Experts NHL Season Preview: Central Division from 2021-01-07T13:52:49

It's part three of our NHL Season Preview series! Today it's all about the newly realigned Central Division. Join Sarah Avampato as she checks in with Adam Denker (Lightning), Jared Ellis (Hurrican...

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Local Experts NHL Season Preview: East Division from 2021-01-06T09:00

Today our NHL Season Preview series moves south of the border, as Sarah Avampato guides you through a comprehensive preview of the East Division. Tune in for all you need to know about the Bruins (...

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Local Experts NHL Season Preview: North Division from 2021-01-05T10:00

Today kicks off a special four-part NHL Season Preview series featuring the local experts of the Locked On NHL Network! Sarah Avampato guides you through part one, which is all about the all-Canadi...

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Local Expert Check-in: Bruins, Blackhawks&Rob Thomas joins Locked On Blues from 2021-01-04T04:00

Locked On NHL's is back to daily! Sarah Avampato gets the week kicked off with a check-in with a trio of local experts. First up, Jack Bushman of Locked On Blackhawks joins the show to discuss Jona...

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Is sending your future stars to the World Juniors worth it? Division breakdowns. Our Mandalorian takes from 2020-12-31T08:00

Teams always run the risk of their future starts getting injured when they play in a tournament outside of the NHL. That's exactly what happened to the Blackhawks Kirby Dach when he got inquired in...

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Free agent signings, salary cap shenanigans, and a big yikes out of Chicago from 2020-12-30T18:56:36

Hosts Sarah Avampato (Locked On Kings) and Tom Gazzola (TSN 1260) take a look at the latest free agent signings as NHL training camps prepare to open, including Andreas Athanasiou to the Kings and ...

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Is Chicago one of the worst teams in the NHL? from 2020-12-29T20:16

Jonathan Toews will miss the start of the season with an illness. Joe and Mike discuss whether Chicago is one of the worst rosters in the NHL. Also, how much will the Lightning miss Nikita Kucherov...

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New rules, new divisions, same NHL from 2020-12-23T17:38:03

Hosts Sarah Avampato (Locked On Kings) and Tom Gazzola (TSN 1260) are pleased to finally have some actual real honest-to-goodness dates you can circle on your calendar for the 2020-21 NHL season. W...

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The return to play inches closer. Max Pacioretty and his nothing burger. The Canucks logo comes under fire from 2020-12-16T08:00

As we get closer to the potential season start in mid January, things seem to be happening that indicate this is becoming more of a reality, such as players starting to return from overseas. There ...

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Re-aligned divisional power rankings! from 2020-12-15T21:21

With the NHL headed towards re-aligned divisions for the 2021 season, Joe DiBiase and Mike Distefano power rank each division that contains Eastern Conference teams! Also, the guys talk Golden Knig...

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The owners back down from their financial demands at the same time Forbes releases the team value list. Coincidence? from 2020-12-10T20:14

In the aftermath of the week when billionaires were crying poor, Forbes Magazine released their list of the most NHL franchises. Adam Denker (Locked On Lightning) and Chris Micieli ( Locked On Aval...

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Hockey approaches; Cap troubles loom from 2020-12-09T19:53:12

Hosts Sarah Avampato (Locked On Kings) and Tom Gazzola (TSN 1260) are overjoyed to have hockey back on the horizon, as the league works to solidify logistics for a mid-January season start. But wit...

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NHL return in January getting closer from 2020-12-08T19:25

The NHL and NHLPA have reportedly jumped over their financial hurdles for a return to play agreement and are targeting a start to the 2021 season on January 13th. Joe DiBiase and Mike Distefano bre...

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Hockey Card Investing: Chatting UD Series 1 relese, WJC,&the pros/cons of grading from 2020-12-05T22:31

Locked on Leafs Host Mike DiStefano is joined by Sports card investing YouTubers Mitch and Bird Bouchard in the December edition of the Locked On NHL's hockey Card investing series. In today's show...

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NHL teams blocking players from World Juniors from 2020-12-04T17:00

Despite no NHL season on the horizon, the New York Rangers and New Jersey Devils are not loaning their star young players to their respective countries for the World Junior Hockey Championships. Jo...

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Adam and Chris discuss is the owners are getting greedy, make their division picks and hand out awards for next season from 2020-12-03T08:00

Things seemed to be headed in the right direction when the NHL completed their 2019-2020 season in the face of adversity. So going into the offseason we all felt like everyone was on the same page ...

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January 1: Wishful Thinking? from 2020-12-02T17:32:51

Hosts Sarah Avampato (Locked On Kings) and Tom Gazzola (TSN 1260) check in on the alleged January 1 start date for the NHL. Is that even still realistic? How do people around the league feel about ...

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Uh-oh, COVID from 2020-11-25T21:54:05

Hosts Sarah Avampato (Locked On Kings) and Tom Gazzola (TSN 1260) take a look at the recent news about positive COVID-19 results for players on the Vegas Golden Knights, Columbus Blue Jackets, and ...

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Eastern Conference co-sign? Or no-sign? from 2020-11-24T19:43

Joe DiBiase and Mike Distefano discuss the latest reporting on the NHL division alignment, playoff format, and labor issues that could push the start of the season back to February. The guys then t...

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Adam Denker and Chris Micieli throw their takes in on the Reverse Retro craze. The top 5, bottom 5 and those that phoned it in. from 2020-11-19T08:00

Everyone is talking about them, so Adam and Chris have their chance to give their opinions on the Reverse Retro uniforms that have swept the NHL. Tune in to hear their favorites, least favorites an...

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Reverse Retro Winners and Losers; World Juniors Prospects to Watch from 2020-11-18T18:32:19

Hosts Sarah Avampato (Locked On Kings) and Tom Gazzola (TSN 1260) take a look at the now official reverse retro jerseys. Who was surprisingly good? Who didn't even try at al? Who did the Blackhawks...

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Hockey Card Investing: UD Series 1 preview&Top-5 YG's from 2020-11-17T17:55

Upper Deck will be releasing Series 1 of the flagship hockey card product on Wednesday, November 18th. Mike DiStefano and Bird Bouchard discuss the product and give their top-5 rookies (Young Guns)...

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Bettman comments on return to play and Hockey Canada trivia from 2020-11-12T20:45

NHL commissioner Gary Bettman says that the league is still aiming to begin next season on January 1st. Joe DiBiase and Mike Distefano discuss the potential of that happening, plus what the schedul...

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Reverse Retro and Return to Play from 2020-11-11T18:59:55

Hosts Sarah Avampato (Locked On Kings) and Tom Gazzola (TSN 1260) discuss the finally official Reverse Retro jerseys that have been teased for a while. Will they be good? Will they connect fans wit...

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The worst game of musical chairs imaginable from 2020-11-04T10:00

Hosts Sarah Avampato (Locked On Kings) and Tom Gazzola (TSN 1260) take a look at the incredibly cold free agent market, as some talented players are still looking for homes. Will Mike Hoffman have ...

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United States of Hockey trivia from 2020-11-03T18:30

As the offseason has slowed to a crawl, Joe DiBiase and Mike Distefano try to find a logical landing spot for free agent winger Mike Hoffman. With it being election day in the United States, Joe th...

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Top remaining free agents and no hitting in the OHL from 2020-10-31T03:32

There are still some quality free agents left unsigned in the NHL, including goal scorer Mike Hoffman. Joe DiBiase and Tom Gazzola go through which players still available could make an impact for ...

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Mitchell Miller Fallout&Starting Next Season from 2020-10-29T14:09

Chris and Adam take the mic for today's episode and discuss the current state of affairs in Arizona and their controversial draft pick Mitchell Miller. The guys then discuss some current signings a...

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A slightly-early airing of grievances from 2020-10-28T09:00

With the news that the 2021 All-Star Game has been officially postponed, hosts Sarah Avampato (Locked On Kings) and Tom Gazzola (TSN 1260) take aim at the annual festivity. How can the league make ...

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Check in with the Flames and Predators from 2020-10-26T09:00

Join host Sarah Avampato (Locked On Kings) in a look at some moves in the Western Conference. Jess Belmosto (Locked On Flames) shares her thoughts on the Jacob Markstrom signing, whether or not the...

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State Of The Game. Line Brawls&More! from 2020-10-24T22:26

Tom Gazzola is joined by former NHLer Andy Sutton to discuss the current state of the game. The big man shares some stories about fighting some of the game's legendary tough guys and a line brawl i...

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Power Ranking the Original Six from 2020-10-22T10:04

Today Chris Micieli of Locked On Avalanche takes over the Thursday show with a solo power ranking of the Original Six franchises now that the off-season dust has settled. Where do the Blackhawks si...

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Rebuilds and mixed messages from 2020-10-21T10:00

Sarah Avampato (Locked On Kings) and Tom Gazzola (TSN 1260) look at some teams that find themselves already behind the pack and the season hasn't even started yet. The Chicago Blackhawks, after tra...

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Goodbye, Joe Thornton; Hello, Stanley Cup odds from 2020-10-19T10:00

Joe Thornton's time in teal is up as he's signed a one-year deal with the Toronto Maple Leafs. Host Sarah Avampato (Locked On Kings) is joined by Kyle Demetrius (Locked On Sharks), who lets us in o...

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Canadian division, shorter season, and big name free agents land from 2020-10-16T19:13

Vegas Golden Knights owner Bill Foley revealed some potential details of the next NHL season, including a shorter scheduled, and a Canadian division. Joe DiBiase and Tom Gazzola discuss Foley's com...

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Free Agency Winners&Losers from 2020-10-15T09:20

Chris Micieli from Locked on Avalanche and Adam Denker from Locked on Lightning take a look at the free agency period thus far and discuss some of the bigger moves. Were Taylor Hall and Alex Pietra...

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The salary cap is fake. right? from 2020-10-14T17:45:43

Sarah Avampato (Locked On Kings) and Tom Gazzola (TSN 1260) look at the latest news, signings, and trades, starting with the Vegas Golden Knights, who signed defenseman Alex Pietrangelo, as expecte...

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Free Agency, Handsome Goalies, and Good Deals from 2020-10-12T16:19

On today's show, host Sarah Avampato (Locked On Kings) looks at the biggest news out of free agency, including the goalie carousel and Taylor Hall's surprising decision. Plus, Amy Rothenberger (Loc...

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NHL free agency rapid fire from 2020-10-10T02:41

With so many signings in the NHL to get to on free agency day, Joe DiBiase and Tom Gazzola roll through some of the biggest names! Why did the St. Louis Blues sign Torey Krug over Alex Pietrangelo?...

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NHL Draft Recap, Winners&Loser from 2020-10-09T01:35

Chris Micieli of Locked On Avalanche and Adam Denker if Locked On Lightning are back to discuss all the action from the NHL Draft. The guys discuss some of the surprising and not so surprising pick...

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Locked On NHL's Live Draft Reaction Show from 2020-10-07T19:38:24

Join Kyle Demetrius (Locked On Sharks) and Chris Micieli (Locked On Avalanche) as they guide you through the events of Tuesday night's NHL Draft live, as they went down. Guests include Ross Levitan...

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Max Domi to Columbus, Josh Anderson to Montreal, and reaction to round one of the NHL Draft from 2020-10-07T15:24

Round one of the NHL Draft is in the books. Joe DiBiase and Mike Distefano react to some of the most interesting picks made, including the Predators taking goaltender Yaroslav Askarov. With Alex La...

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The First Annual Locked On NHL Post=Mock Draft Extravaganza Discussion Show from 2020-10-06T10:00

You heard the picks in our mock draft on Monday's show. Now, we continue to prepare for the 2020 NHL Draft as host Sarah Avampato (Locked On Kings) is joined by hosts from Locked On Rangers, Senato...

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The First Annual Locked On NHL Mock Draft Extravaganza from 2020-10-05T09:00

The 2020 NHL Draft begins on Tuesday, but you can get a preview of how we think things should shake out. Host Sarah Avampato (Locked On Kings) is joined by hosts from across the network representin...

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Goalie market changing quickly from 2020-10-04T02:43

There's news on lots of goaltenders including Robin Lehner, Henrik Lundqvist, Corey Crawford, Devan Dubynk, Tristan Jarry, etc. Joe DiBiase and Tom Gazzola break down the effects all the news has o...

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Turning the page to the off-season from 2020-10-01T18:49

Chris Micieli from Locked on Avalanche and Adam Denker from Stanley Cup champion Locked on Lightning are back for this episode of Locked on NHL. The guys of course talk about how Adam is feeling af...

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Bubble Hockey Wrap-Up from 2020-09-30T09:00

Sarah Avampato (Locked On Kings) and Tom Gazzola (TSN 1260) say goodbye to the bubble, as play for the 2019-20 NHL season has ended with the Tampa Bay Lightning as Stanley Cup champs. We take one l...

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Former Feathered Friends on the Move from 2020-09-28T09:00

While we wait for a new Stanley Cup champion to be crowned, we look at player movement across the league. Host Sarah Avampato (Locked On Kings) talks with Hunter Hodies (Locked On Penguins) about t...

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Lightning take a lead&Awards talk from 2020-09-24T20:20

Chris Micieli from Locked on Avalanche and Adam Denker from Locked on Lightning host this episode of Locked on NHL as they discuss the most recent Tampa Bay Lightning win in the Stanley Cup giving ...

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Dallas vets step up; Makar vs. Hughes; a landing spot for Taylor Hall from 2020-09-23T08:00

Sarah Avampato (Locked On Kings) and Tom Gazzola (TSN 1260) catch you up on the latest Stanley Cup action, with the Dallas Stars coming close to sending Game Two to overtime. Veteran players like J...

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Alex Pietrangelo to hit the open market from 2020-09-19T03:56

Lots of things are happening in the NHL! Joe DiBiase and Tom Gazzola discuss reports of Alex Pietrangelo likely hitting free agency next month, the Sabres trading for Eric Staal, and the status of ...

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Staal-ing For Time w/ Chris Micieli&Adam Denker from 2020-09-17T09:48

Chris Micieli from Locked on Avalanche and Adam Denker from Locked on Lightning take the mics for this episode of Locked on NHL! Chris and Adam discuss the trade between the Minnesota Wild and Buff...

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Even surprises are bigger in Texas from 2020-09-16T15:03

Hosts Sarah Avampato (Locked On Kings) and Tom Gazzola (TSN 1260) take a look at the Dallas Stars' surprising win over the Vegas Golden Knights. Plus, Tom gives his perspective on the chirping goin...

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Isles hanging on; Laviolette hired; NHL coach trivia! from 2020-09-15T19:20

The Dallas Stars have surprisingly advanced to the Stanley Cup Final! Joe DiBiase and Mike Distefano discuss whether Dallas defenseman Miro Heiskanen should be the Conn Smythe favorite? Also, with ...

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Lightning hope to advance; Wild and Hurricanes making moves from 2020-09-14T18:32

Host Sarah Avampato (Locked On Kings) is joined from experts across the Locked On network to discuss the latest NHL news. Locked On Lightning host Adam Denker joins to talk about the Tampa Bay Ligh...

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The Interview: Locked On Devils' Trey Matthews w/ Everett Fitzhugh from 2020-09-10T15:20

Today on The Interview, Trey Matthews of Locked On Devils steps in for a conversation with new Seattle Kraken play-by-play voice Everett Fitzhugh, who was recently named the first ever Black play-b...

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Western Conference Wednesday: Bubble Life from 2020-09-09T08:00

Hosts Sarah Avampato (Locked on Kings) and Tom Gazzola (TSN 1260) take a look behind the scenes in the Edmonton bubble, where all of the teams have now consolidated for the Conference Finals. Are t...

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Three, Three, Three Games Seven! from 2020-09-07T18:01

Three of four series went the distance, going the full seven games. Today, your host Sarah Avampato (Locked On Kings) talks with the winners of those matches. Danny Webster (Locked On Golden Knight...

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Lehner and Demko changing the goalie market from 2020-09-05T17:15

With Robin Lehner taking over in Vegas and Thatcher Demko showing out for the Canucks, the goalie market for this offseason is rapidly changing in the playoffs. Joe DiBiase and Tom Gazzola breakdow...

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September Hockey Card Investing Special from 2020-09-05T07:24

We're back! Mike DiStefano from Locked On Leafs and Bird Bouchard from Red Cape Sports return for another hockey card investing special. The two discuss the latest hockey product to hit the shelves...

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The Interview: Locked On Lightning's Adam Denker w/ ESPN's Greg Wyshynski from 2020-09-03T14:19

With Justin Morissette sidelined for the time being, this week's Thursday show features Adam Denker's interview with ESPN's Greg Wyshynski discussing the Lightning's run through the playoffs, what'...

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Lightning-Bruins watch party, Frederik Anderson landing spots, and Black Lives Matter in the NHL from 2020-09-01T04:58

With Game 5 between Tampa Bay and Boston ongoing, Joe DiBiase and Mike Distefano discuss whether Lightning forward Cedric Paquette will be suspended for his hit on Charlie McAvoy, how the Leafs did...

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Elimination Game Updates; the NHL's Response to Protests from 2020-08-31T20:57

Host Sarah Avampato (Locked On Kings) checks in on each of our remaining playoff series, which could all see eliminations with the next games played. Then, we turn the show over to some of our Lock...

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NHL boycott, Hockey Diversity Alliance, and the playoffs from 2020-08-30T16:56

With the NHL postponing games on Thursday and Friday, after other sports did the same to protest the shooting of Jacob Blake, Joe DiBiase and Tom Gazzola discuss how the NHL is doing reacting to ra...

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Are the Islanders Cup contenders? Plus, Penguins-Leafs trade reaction! from 2020-08-25T19:20

Yet again, here we are debating whether the New York Islanders are for real. Joe DiBiase and Mike Distefano debate whether the Isles can win the Stanley Cup. The guys also talk about Pittsburgh's o...

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Offensive Explosions: A Colorado/Dallas Preview from 2020-08-24T16:15

The NHL jumped right into the second round of the Stanley Cup playoffs, so we've done the same. Today, host Sarah Avampato (Locked On Kings) breaks down the first matchup to get started. Kenneth Na...

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Goalie Surprises, Scrappy Youth, $25K Fines (plus $17) from 2020-08-17T15:48

The NHL isn't a league that's full of surprises, but the Boston Bruins/Carolina Hurricanes series has had their fair share of them already. Host Sarah Avampato (Locked On Kings) is joined by Ian Mc...

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The Interview, with Danielle Huntley from 2020-08-15T03:08

Justin Morissette is joined by Danielle Huntley of The Broadscast to discuss the media whirlwind surrounding the launch of her new podcast, the pressure to perform when all eyes are on you before y...

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Rangers win the lottery! East First Round Preview. from 2020-08-11T16:54

The New York Rangers will pick first overall in the 2020 NHL Draft after the league's draft lottery! The guys poke fun at the lottery show, and should we be thinking conspiracy theory, after the Ra...

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Bad Defense, Hot Goaltending, and Also Some Magic from 2020-08-10T18:58

We're finally ready for the first round of the Stanley Cup playoffs. But first, host Sarah Avampato is joined by Hunter Hodies (Locked On Penguins) who shares his thoughts on Pittsburgh's surprisin...

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Hockey Card Investing: The NHL Restart from 2020-08-08T22:47

Mike DiStefano from Locked On Leafs and Bird Bouchard from Red Cape Sports continue their Hockey card investing series. In this episode Mike and Bird discuss how the market is being dictated by the...

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The Interview, with Thomas Drance from 2020-08-06T22:32

Justin Morissette is joined for a one-on-one chat by Thomas Drance of The Athletic on life in the bubble as Thom prepares to spend the next two months in Edmonton as The Athletic's national reporte...

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Surprise Upsets and Unfortunate Injuries from 2020-08-03T19:09

Today, host Sarah Avampato (Locked On Kings) takes a look at the first few days of action in the Stanley Cup Qualifiers. The Edmonton Oilers were shocked by a loss to the Chicago Blackhawks. Locked...

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Western Conference Playoff Predictions from 2020-08-01T03:28

Joe DiBiase and Tom Gazzola give their final Western Conference picks, before the start of the NHL's Qualifying Round! Will the Coyotes get past the John Chayka distraction? Will Corey Crawford be ...

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The Interview, with J.D. Burke from 2020-07-31T03:45

In the return of the Thursday show on Locked On NHL, Justin Morissette goes one-on-one with Elite Prospects and EP Rinkside editor-in-chief J.D. Burke to discuss the way the COVID-19 shutdown has i...

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Goalies, Goalies, and More Goalies: Previews for the Rangers, Jets, and Blackhawks from 2020-07-29T15:10

Today's show didn't start out as a goalie episode, but it sure ended up as one. Join host Sarah Avampato as she continues our series of playoffs previews with three teams who all have some very int...

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Check in with the Penguins and Panthers! from 2020-07-28T17:42

With the NHL's Qualifying Round just around the corner, Joe DiBiase and Mike Distefano get a closer look at a couple of contenders in the East! Hunter Hodies of Locked On Penguins joins Joe for the...

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Check in with the Flyers, Blue Jackets, and Hurricanes from 2020-07-27T18:01

On today's episode, host Sarah Avampato is joined by Rachel and Danielle of Locked On Flyers, who discuss the team's secret weapons heading into the round robin games -- and no, Gritty is not one o...

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Release the Kraken! from 2020-07-24T04:01

The Seattle Kraken are the newest team in the NHL! Joe DiBiase and Tom Gazzola give their thoughts on the team name, color scheme, logo, and uniforms! The guys also preview Flames vs. Jets and Pred...

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Islanders, Bruins, Lightning, Oh My! from 2020-07-22T17:41

Hosts Sarah Avampato and Justin Morissette continue the Locked On NHL playoff preview extravaganza. Gil Martin (Locked On Islanders) shares his thoughts on what it will take for the New York Island...

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Eastern Conference Playoff Predictions from 2020-07-21T17:49

Joe DiBiase and Mike Distefano go through the news and notes of the week in the NHL. Including the top upcoming UFA, Taylor Hall, negotiating with the Arizona Coyotes. Also, the league is seeing ve...

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All About the Canadiens; Big Prospect Signing on the Island from 2020-07-20T15:32

Starting this week on Locked On NHL, we'll be joined daily by hosts from across the network as we dive into the playoffs. Host Sarah Avampato is joined by Laura Saba (Locked On Canadiens) to share ...

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Oilers vs. Blackhawks; Canucks vs. Wild Previews from 2020-07-17T18:40

With Corey Crawford absent from Blackhawks camp, Joe DiBiase and Tom Gazzola look at whether Chicago can compete with Edmonton in the qualifying round of the NHL's restart without him. The guys pre...

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Bruins and Lightning Previews from 2020-07-14T04:01

With the NHL CBA being approved, we have official series' to talk about! Joe DiBiase and Mike Distefano preview two of the Round Robin teams in the Lightning and Bruins on today's episode. The guys...

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New CBA; Opt-Outs; New Faces in New Jersey from 2020-07-13T19:18

Join host Sarah Avampato as she walks through the details of the newly ratified Collective Bargaining Agreement, including details on the salary cap, escrow, and changes that might end up hurting f...

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CBA ratified; Olympic hockey is back; All-Time Numbers: 81-90 from 2020-07-11T16:15

With the NHL and NHLPA ratifying the CBA extension, Joe DiBiase and Tom Gazzola go through the qualifying round schedule, and the return of Olympic hockey! The guys also run through their all-time ...

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Hockey Card Investing 101 from 2020-07-07T00:01

Locked On Leafs host and TSN personality Mike Distefano welcomes Bird Bouchard of Red Cap Sports to the Locked On family as they kick off their new monthly hockey card investing show on the Locked ...

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Free Agency Draft from 2020-07-02T00:26

With the NHL season postponed, free agency was postponed as well. On what was supposed to be free agency day, Joe DiBiase and Mike Distefano draft the top UFAs, 35+ year old cup chasers, and hand o...

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HOF Class of 2020 and Draft Lottery Madness from 2020-07-01T02:32

Joe DiBiase and Tom Gazzola react to the NHL draft lottery from Friday night where the #1 overall pick is still unknown. Tom also makes the defense for Kevin Lowe making it into the Hall of Fame. L...

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Draft Lottery Reactions From Teams Who Are Not The Mystery Team from 2020-06-29T17:22

One of the weirdest possible outcomes occurred in the NHL Draft Lottery, with a team to be determined later winning the coveted number one spot. The Ottawa Senators, holding two picks, missed out o...

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Buffalo Shake-Ups; NHL vs. NBA Return to Play Madness from 2020-06-22T21:34

This week, we're joined by Joe DiBiase and Jordan Hansgen (Locked On Sabres) to discuss the big shake-up in Buffalo's front office and what that means for their increasingly disappointed star cente...

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Sabres clean house; Pens vs. Habs Previews from 2020-06-17T17:52

Joe DiBiase and Mike Distefano react to the Sabres firing almost all of their hockey ops department, including GM Jason Botterill. The guys also preview the qualifying round series between the Peng...

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Locked On NHL Roundtable, Part Two from 2020-06-16T10:00

Host Sarah Avampato (Locked On Kings) is joined by Danielle Butcher (Locked On Flyers), JD Young (Locked On Sharks), Chris Micieli (Locked On Avalanche), and Adam Denker (Locked On Lightning) in pa...

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Locked On NHL Roundtable from 2020-06-15T10:00

Host Sarah Avampato (Locked On Kings) is joined by Danielle Butcher (Locked On Flyers), JD Young (Locked On Sharks), Chris Micieli (Locked On Avalanche), and Adam Denker (Locked On Lightning) in pa...

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Hub city issues; All-Time Numbers: 71-79 from 2020-06-13T02:34

Joe DiBiase and Tom Gazzola take a look at some of the hub city problems the NHL is having, Pierre LeBrun's article detailing racism towards indigenous NHLers, and go through the best NHL players t...

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SPECIAL - Locked On's Black Lives Matter Roundtable - 8 Locked On Hosts discuss life as a Black man in America from 2020-06-11T10:45:25

In an eye-opening discussion, Ross Jackson (Locked On Saints) Aaron Freeman (Locked on Falcons) Tony Wiggins (Locked On Jaguars) John Hickman (Locked On Texans) Chris Carter (Locked On Steelers) Ke...

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NHL Awards, Panthers vs. Islanders Preview from 2020-06-10T03:23

Joe DiBiase and Mike Distefano go through the list of Masterton Trophy nominees, the odds on favorites to win the Hart, Vezina, Norris, and Calder, as well as preview the Islanders - Panthers match...

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The NHL on racial issues; Hurricanes vs. Rangers Preview from 2020-06-04T17:23

Joe DiBiase and Mike Distefano discuss NHL players reacting to the recent protests in the United States, including Patrice Bergeron, Connor McDavid, PK Subban, etc. The guys also preview the Ranger...

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NHL and Players React to Protests for Justice from 2020-06-02T02:56

Last week, San Jose Sharks forward Evander Kane was the first to speak up regarding the death of George Floyd and the protests that are spreading across the United States. Today, we look at stateme...

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24-team tourney&All-Time Numbers: 61-70 from 2020-06-01T17:46

Joe DiBiase and Tom Gazzola discuss the NHL's return to play format and some of the matchups. The guys also name the best players of all-time to wear jersey numbers 61-70! Learn more about your ad ...

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The return of the NHL! from 2020-05-27T17:29

Joe DiBiase and Mike Distefano return to talk about the NHL's return! Including Gary Bettman's announcement for a 24-team tournament, as well as the NHL Draft Lottery system. The guys also go over ...

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AHL Leadership, Affiliate Musical Chairs, and a Return to Play? from 2020-05-25T23:30

Today, Patrick Williams (Around the A, NHL.com) joins host Sarah Avampato for part two of their discussion of all things AHL. Get the scoop on incoming President/CEO Scott Howson, hear about the te...

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Old School Hockey; Torts in Tampa; AHL Updates from 2020-05-18T16:55

Locked On Red Wings hosts Nolan Bianchi and Ethan Smith talk with former Red Wings forward Darren McCarty about Mike Babcock, Scotty Bowman, and Babcock's future in hockey. Next up, Locked On Light...

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5.16.20 - All-Time Numbers: 51-60 from 2020-05-17T00:27

Joe DiBiase and Tom Gazzola run down the best NHL players of all-time to wear numbers 51-60! The guys also discuss the future of the AHL and the latest on the NHL's proposed 24-team tournament. Lea...

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5.4.20 - Front Office Moves; NWHL Draft; Jeopardy! from 2020-05-04T21:37

The Chicago Blackhawks are using the league pause to re-evaluate their front office, resulting in the firing of John McDonough. Locked On Blackhawks host Jay Zawaski talks us through the news. Men'...

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5.2.20 - NHL playoff proposal&All-Time Numbers: 41-50 from 2020-05-02T12:17

Joe DiBiase&Tom Gazzola break down the latest reported proposal for the NHL to return to action. In the latest one, teams like the Sabres and Ducks would find themselves in the postseason. The guys...

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4.21.20 - So, You're Missing Hockey? from 2020-04-20T10:00

It's been over a month since the last puck dropped in the NHL and we still aren't any closer to answers about what, if anything, the rest of the season will look like. I'm joined today by Harrison ...

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4.19.20 - All-Time Numbers: 31-40 from 2020-04-19T15:42

Joe DiBiase&Tom Gazzola talk about updates on when the NHL season may return, the tragic death of Colby Cave, and debate who the best NHL players to wear numbers 31-40 are! Learn more about your ad...

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4.13.20 - Selke Favorites, Plus One Dark Horse from 2020-04-13T13:42

The NHL Awards are postponed, but we're going to keep looking at the frontrunners as the season hits pause. Ian McLaren of Locked On Bruins shares the case for perennial favorite Patrice Bergeron, ...

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4.3.20 - All-Time NHL Numbers: 21-30 from 2020-04-03T17:57

Should the NHL give compensatory picks to teams that bought at the deadline? Who are the best players to ever wear numbers 21 through 30? Joe DiBiase and Tom Gazzola address both on the latest podc...

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3.30.20 - Norris Trophy Hopefuls: Carlson, Hedman, Josi from 2020-03-30T23:56

The NHL Awards are postponed, but we're going to keep looking at the frontrunners as the season hits pause. John Carlson is the favorite for the Norris Trophy this year, but Adam Denker (Locked on ...

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3.27.20 - All-Time NHL Numbers: 11-20 from 2020-03-27T17:05

Joe DiBiase&Tom Gazzola talk about the likelihood that the NHL plays regular season games after comments made by Robin Lehner. The guys also name the best NHL players in history to wear uniform num...

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03.23.20 - Cale for Calder? from 2020-03-23T13:24

It's never too early to talk awards. Sarah Avampato (Locked On Kings) is joined by Jay Zawaski (Locked On Blackhawks) and Chris Micieli (Locked On Avalanche) to talk about two favorites for the Cal...

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3.20.20 - All-Time NHL Numbers: 1-10 from 2020-03-20T17:41

Joe DiBiase&Tom Gazzola break down the proposed players plan for re-assuming game action. The guys also begin their all-time NHL numbers list with 1-10! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podc...

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3.16.20 - California knows how to party from 2020-03-16T14:40

Join Sarah Avampato (Locked on Kings) in a special all-California edition of Locked on NHL as we try to get to the bottom of what went wrong with California hockey this year. Robyn Pennington (Jewe...

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3.13.20 - NHL season postponed from 2020-03-13T18:20

Joe DiBiase&Tom Gazzola go over the NHL's decision to hit pause on the season and the likelihood that they pick things back up with the regular season at some point in the next few months. Learn mo...

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3.12.20 - Glove Saves in the Time of Corona from 2020-03-12T07:29

The NBA has suspended its season as players begin to test positive for COVID-19. Justin Morissette (Locked On Canucks) and Sarah Avampato (Locked On Kings) discuss whether the NHL can possibly keep...

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3.10.20 - East playoff race heating up from 2020-03-10T18:12

The third spot in the Atlantic division and both wild card seeds are up for grabs in the Eastern Conference! Joe DiBiase and Mike Distefano give their picks for who will make it, and also talk abou...

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3.9.12 - Injuries, injuries, and more injuries from 2020-03-09T09:00

Join Sarah Avampato (Locked On Kings) to break down three of the league's biggest stories this week. First, Gil Martin (Locked on Islanders) joins to talk about the Johnny Boychuk's gruesome injury...

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3.6.20 - Surprise teams join the playoff race from 2020-03-06T18:01

Joe DiBiase&Tom Gazzola talk about the playoff race in the East&the West, including the Flyers, Wild,&Rangers hot streaks! The guys also discuss Nashville's poor season, and new rules discussed at ...

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3.3.20 - Flyers up, Penguins down from 2020-03-03T13:20

Joe DiBiase&Mike Distefano talk about the Flyers win streak, the Penguins losing streak, the NHL's plan to deal with the coronavirus threat, and the emergency goalie rules! Learn more about your ad...

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2.26.20 - Deadline Fallout in the West from 2020-02-27T08:26

Justin and Sarah are back to talk the moves that were made (and some that weren't) as deadline acquisitions settle into their new Western Conference homes after Monday's NHL trade deadline. It's a ...

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2.25.20 - Trade deadline recap from 2020-02-25T15:32

Joe&Mike break down the trade deadline including the deals involving Wayne Simmonds, Jean-Gabriel Pageau, Robin Lehner, Vincent Trocheck, etc! Also, what the hell is Lou Lamoriello doing on Long Is...

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2.24.20 - An expected resurgence and two takes on the same trade from 2020-02-24T14:20

Join Sarah Avampato (Locked On Kings) to break down three of the league's biggest stories this week. First, Adam Denker (Locked on Lightning) joins to introduce the newest show on the Locked On net...

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2.22.20 - Ovi's 700th&the trade market from 2020-02-22T21:58

Joe DiBiase&Tom Gazzola break down the week in the NHL from all the trades made, to Vincent Trocheck's availability, Bruce Boudreau's firing,&Ovechkin's 700th goal! Learn more about your ad choices...

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2.19.20 - Trade Frenzy starts early from 2020-02-19T09:47

Justin Morissette (Locked On Canucks) and Sarah Avampato (Locked On Kings) talk a long weekend full of deals a week ahead of the trade deadline. The Canucks and Blues make moves to deal with injuri...

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Trade Deadline Preview Special: The Eastern Conference from 2020-02-18T14:12:52

On the Tuesday edition of Locked On NHL, Joe DiBiase (Locked On Sabres) and Mike DiStefano (Locked On Leafs) lead you through a preview of the NHL Trade Deadline from the perspective of each of the...

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Trade Deadline Preview Special: The Western Conference from 2020-02-17T09:00

On the Monday edition of Locked On NHL, Sarah Avampato (Locked On Kings) hosts as each of the Locked On NHL Network's Western Conference hosts drops in to preview their team's plans at the February...

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2.13.20 - The MVP race&the Jason Zucker trade from 2020-02-13T05:00

Joe DiBiase&Mike Distefano recap the Jason Zucker&Jack Campbell trades, weigh the possibility of Alex Ovechkin winning the Hart Trophy, and can the Blue Jackets survive injuries to make the playoff...

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2.12.20 - Bouwmeester collapses, Sedins go to the rafters from 2020-02-12T07:45

Justin Morissette (Locked On Canucks) and Sarah Avampato (Locked On Kings) talk Jay Bouwmeester's medical emergency during last night's Blues/Ducks game, Connor McDavid's secretive health issues in...

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2.10.20 - Goalie fights, goalie carousel, and goalie help wanted from 2020-02-10T11:00

Join Sarah Avampato (Locked On Kings) to break down three of the league's biggest stories this week. First, Tom Gazzola (Locked on Oilers) joins to talk about the Battle of Albert. Next Jon Chik of...

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2.8.20 - Elvis is in the building from 2020-02-08T17:59

Joe&Tom discuss whether Elvis Merzlikins and the Blue Jackets are for real, another week of disaster for the Buffalo Sabres,&the guys begin to preview the NHL trade deadline! Learn more about your ...

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2.6.20 - Leafs Go Get A Goalie from 2020-02-06T06:34

It's the return of Western Conference Wednesdays! Justin Morissette (Locked On Canucks) welcomes his new Wednesday co-host Sarah Avampato of Locked On Kings! And what timing, as the Kings make a tr...

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2.5.20 - Dark times in Buffalo from 2020-02-05T15:54

Joe DiBiase&Mike Distefano look at what is going wrong again in Buffalo this season&what has fans so upset with the team. The guys also evaluate how strong the East is right now,&Dustin Byfuglien's...

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2.3.20 - All stars, new coaches, and underachievers from 2020-02-03T10:00

Join Sarah Avampato (Locked On Kings) to break down three of the league's biggest stories this week. Thomas Welch (Locked On Blues) talks about what the All-Star Game meant to St. Louis, plus who's...

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2.2.20 - The Battles of Alberta from 2020-02-02T17:54

Joe DiBiase&Tom Gazzola have some fun with the Oilers-Flames rivalry after a couple of games between the two this week. The guys also judge the Rocket Richard race, and Seattle's reported team name...

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1.28.20 - How many teams can win the Cup? from 2020-01-28T17:24

Joe&Mike break down the Eastern Conference playoff race, as Florida has surged ahead of the Leafs in the Atlantic. The guys also take a look at All-Star weekend, whether Ovechkin can break Gretzky'...

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1.27.20 - Old favorites, coaching changes, and an overdue spotlight from 2020-01-27T16:04

Join Sarah Avampato (Locked On Kings) to break down three of the league's biggest stories this week. Jared and Walker (Locked On Hurricanes) talk playoff races, injuries, and team dads. Danny Webst...

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1.25.20 - Ovechkin on the Gretzky chase from 2020-01-25T17:34

Joe&Tom give their thoughts on the new events at the NHL Skills Competition, whether Alex Ovechkin will break Wayne Gretzky's goal record&whether they want him too, as well as the status of the wom...

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1.14.20 - The Habs&the Hab-Nots from 2020-01-14T13:01

Joe DiBiase&Mike Distefano try to figure out what Montreal should do going forward, whether Washington got a good deal on the new Niklas Backstrom contract, and can Toronto survive injuries to Morg...

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1.10.20 - Goalie goals! from 2020-01-11T02:59

Joe&Tom discuss the Carolina Hurricanes bringing back Justin Williams and the Hartford Whalers jerseys, the Predators firing their coach, Pekka Rinne scoring a goal,&are the San Jose Sharks doomed ...

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1.7.20 - Ovi skipping All-Star Game from 2020-01-08T03:51

With Tampa&Toronto flying back to the top of the league, Joe DiBiase&Mike Distefano evaluate what playoff spots are up for grabs in the East. The guys also talk Alex Ovechkin&Marc-Andre Fleury's de...

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1.4.20 - Best bets from 2020-01-04T15:55

Joe and Tom take a look at the recent trades in the NHL, as well as why the Sabres can't get off the ground in the East. The guys also look at some NHL odds for the rest of the season! Learn more a...

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12.28.19 - Look back on the 2010s, look ahead to the 20s from 2019-12-28T22:03

Joe DiBiase&Tom Gazzola talk Leafs in the midst of their six game win streak&whether they're the most likely Canadian team to win the Stanley Cup. The guys also answer several questions pertaining ...

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12.24.19 - Save international hockey! from 2019-12-24T18:23

Joe DiBiase&Mike Distefano try to find solutions to the NHL's international hockey problem, analyze the Devils return for Taylor Hall, Jack Eichel's MVP candidacy, and are the Flyers fools gold? Le...

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12.14.19 - NHL All-Decade Team from 2019-12-14T15:04

Joe&Tom break down the Hart Trophy race, the firings of Pete DeBoer&Jim Montgomery, and unveil their NHL All-Decade Team! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

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12.12.19 - The Interview, with Sara Civian from 2019-12-13T02:24

Justin Morissette (Locked On Canucks, SN650) is joined for the weekly one-on-one by The Athletic's SARA CIVIAN to talk the Carolina Hurricanes' culture of fun, Storm Surge ideas, trying to convey p...

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12.10.19 - Ranger Danger from 2019-12-10T16:42

Joe DiBiase&Mike Distefano react to the news of Jim Montgomery being fired as head coach of the Dallas Stars. The guys also talk about whether Alex Galchenyuk should have a market to be traded for,...

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12.06.19 - The Interview, with Daniel Carcillo from 2019-12-09T15:43

Justin Morissette (Locked On Canucks, SN650) is joined for the weekly one-on-one by former NHL player and two-time Stanley Cup champion DANIEL CARCILLO to discuss the ongoing cultural conversation ...

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12.07.19 - Taylor Hall landing spots from 2019-12-08T04:50

Joe&Tom break down some surprising teams in the West like Arizona&Minnesota, go over some potential Taylor Hall landing spots,&the most recent allegations against coaches in the league. Learn more ...

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12.04.19 - November Lessons Learned in the West from 2019-12-05T02:33

Justin Morissette (Locked On Canucks) and Sie Morley (Locked On Sharks) break down what we learned in the Western Conference in November, from Bill Peters' firing to Kyle Turris' benching to a wide...

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12.03.19 - Eastern Conference standings, More abuse allegations. from 2019-12-03T17:15

On this episode of the Locked on NHL show, Mike DiStefano (@mickey_canuck) and Brandon Cameron (@B_cameron222) discuss the Eastern conference standings board correcting itself, Taylor Hall trade ru...

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11.27.19 - Bill Peters&Hockey's Cultural Reckoning from 2019-11-28T07:39

The ongoing investigation into suspended Flames coach Bill Peters' alleged professional conduct continues the conversation on hockey's cultural issues as the sport self-examines its problems just w...

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11.26.19 - Who falls out of the East playoff picture from 2019-11-26T19:19

Joe DiBiase&Mike Distefano look through the Eastern Conference, including: Is Toronto fixed with Sheldon Keefe? Is Ottawa actually not that bad? And, who falls out of the playoff picture if the Map...

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11.22.19 - Are the Leafs fixed post-Babcock? from 2019-11-22T19:09

Joe&Tom debate whether the Leafs are fixed after just one game with Sheldon Keefe as head coach. The guys also look at the hottest team in the NHL, the New York Islanders. Also, what can the Calgar...

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11.21.19 - The Interview, with Mike Pfeil from 2019-11-22T00:57

Mike Babcock is out in Toronto. Could Bill Peters be next against the wall? MIKE PFEIL of HockeyGraphs joins Justin Morissette for the weekly one-on-one to talk all that ails the Flames this season...

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11.20.19 - Babcock's Gone. Who's Next? from 2019-11-21T07:24

Mike Babcock gets fired in the East. Who are the candidates who might get let go out West? Plus Kovalchuk's situation in LA, a rowdy line brawl between the Flames and Coyotes, and why the salary ca...

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11.19.19 - Babcock on the hot seat; Johnny Gaudreau trade ideas from 2019-11-19T13:37

Joe DiBiase&Mike Distefano debate what's wrong with Toronto&Tampa. The guys also take a look at what a Johnny Gaudreau trade could look like if Calgary was crazy enough to deal him. Learn more abou...

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11.16.19 - Kovalchuk done in the NHL? from 2019-11-16T17:32

Joe DiBiase&Tom Gazzola break down the week that was in the NHL, including Sidney Crosby's injury, Ilya Kovalchuk's future,&what's wrong with the Vegas Golden Knights? Learn more about your ad choi...

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11.14.19 - The Interview, with Ramina Shlah from 2019-11-15T10:22

In the wake of Don Cherry's dismissal from Hockey Night In Canada, the culture war in Canada has hit a fever pitch, with Cherry supporters looking for firings from anyone who dare question the toxi...

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11.13.19 - West's Bottomfeeders Rebound, Don is Gone from 2019-11-14T08:17

Sie Morley (Locked On Sharks, Fear The Fin) and Justin Morissette (Locked On Canucks, SN650) talk a couple of Western Conference teams who are climbing out of the basement after rough starts to the...

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11.12.19 - Atlantic vs. Metro; Don Cherry firing from 2019-11-12T15:21

Joe DiBiase&Mike Distefano compare the Atlantic and Metropolitan divisions when it comes to wild card contenders. The guys also debate the Don Cherry firing by Sportsnet and whether they were in th...

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11.11.19 - Ducks, Devils, and Don Cherry from 2019-11-11T12:31

It's time for your weekly rewind, hitting the biggest stories from the last week of NHL action. Host Sie Morley (Locked On Sharks, SB Nation) is joined by J.D. Hernandez of Locked on Ducks to talk ...

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11.09.19 - The aging Western Conference from 2019-11-09T17:53

Joe DiBiase&Tom Gazzola talk about the NHL's Global Series in Sweden, the bottom of the Western Conference containing several older teams, and are the Canucks actually good? Learn more about your a...

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11.07.19 - The Interview, with Jeff Veillette from 2019-11-08T00:20

Justin Morissette (Locked On Canucks, Sportsnet 650) is joined by FaceOffCircle.ca's JEFF VEILLETTE for a comprehensive look at the state of the Toronto Maple Leafs this season. One month in and th...

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11.06.19 - Run Your Mouth, Walk It Back from 2019-11-07T02:33

Sie Morley (Locked On Sharks, Fear The Fin) and Justin Morissette (Locked On Canucks, Sportsnet 650) are back to break down the West once again. The St. Louis Blues get better without Tarasenko, Th...

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11.05.19 - The Bruins are the best team in the NHL from 2019-11-05T15:35

Joe DiBiase&Mike Distefano take a look at the latest headlines in the Eastern Conference, including hot streaks by both the Bruins&Islanders. Also, the guys take a look at the NHL Global Series, an...

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11.01.19 - Is Mike Babcock on the hot seat? from 2019-11-01T22:06

Joe DiBiase&Tom Gazzola go over goal of the year candidates, including Matthew Tkacuk's OT winner from Thursday. The guys also look at Pittsburgh's closing window to win a Cup, as well as how worri...

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10.30.19 - West's Best Face Injury Tests from 2019-10-31T02:06

The Avs lose Landeskog to injury having already lost Rantanen, the Blues lose Tarasenko long-term, and a Josh Manson injury forces the Ducks into the troubling embrace of Erik Gudbranson. Meanwhile...

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10.29.19 - Way too early NHL awards from 2019-10-29T14:53

Joe DiBiase and Mike DiStefano dive into the Eastern Conference and take a look at the very early front runners for the Hart, Calder, Norris, and Jack Adams Awards! Learn more about your ad choices...

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10.28.19 - Weekly Rewind: The Erik Gudbranson trade and the Sharks' slow start from 2019-10-29T00:11

Sie Morley (Fear the Fin, SB Nation NHL) talks you through the biggest stories of the National Hockey League with local experts who know all of the gritty details. Guests this week include JD Herna...

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10.25.19 - Who'll be the first coach fired? from 2019-10-25T16:43

Joe DiBiase&Tom Gazzola debate which NHL coach could be the first to lose his job this season, is John Carlson going to reach 90 points, and should the NHL scrap the shootout? Learn more about your...

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10.24.19 - The Interview, with Ryan Lambert from 2019-10-24T23:42

It's the inaugural Interview Thursday, and Justin Morissette is joined by Yahoo Sports scribe and Puck Soup podcast host RYAN LAMBERT to take a look around the NHL, where early results aren't susta...

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10.23.19 - Western Conference Wednesday from 2019-10-23T11:52

Sie Morley (Locked On Sharks, Fear The Fin) and Justin Morissette (Locked On Canucks, Sportsnet 650) bring you the biggest stories in the Western Conference every Wednesday. In their first episode,...

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10.22.19 - Eastern Conference Rundown from 2019-10-22T14:24

Joe DiBiase from Locked On Sabres&Michael DiStefano from Locked On Leafs tackle each team in the Eastern Conference, analyzing their likelihood of being competitive this season. Learn more about yo...

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10.21.19 - Weekly Rewind from 2019-10-21T11:00

Welcome to the first week of Locked On NHL! Each Monday, Sie Morley (Fear the Fin, SB Nation NHL) will talk you through the biggest stories of the National Hockey League with local experts who know...

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10.18.19 - Early season pretenders&contenders from 2019-10-18T17:01

Joe DiBiase from Locked On Sabres&Tom Gazzola from Locked On Oilers break down some of the teams off to hot starts in the NHL, as well as some of the most interesting matchups coming up this weeken...

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Locked On NHL - Trailer Episode from 2019-10-11T02:35:02

In the trailer episode of the Locked On NHL national show, Justin Morissette (Locked On Canucks) lays out what listeners can expect to hear from the rotation of hosts who will be guiding NHL fans t...

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Locked On NHL - Trailer Episode from 2019-10-11T02:35:02

In the trailer episode of the Locked On NHL national show, Justin Morissette (Locked On Canucks) lays out what listeners can expect to hear from the rotation of hosts who will be guiding NHL fans t...

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Locked On NHL - Trailer Episode from 2019-10-11T02:35:02

In the trailer episode of the Locked On NHL national show, Justin Morissette (Locked On Canucks) lays out what listeners can expect to hear from the rotation of hosts who will be guiding NHL fans t...

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Power Rankings: Week 21. Top 4 Remains the Same. What Will the Rangers, Caps and Knights Do? from 2022-03-03T11:00

Chicago names new GM, Forsberg's future in Nashville, fancy math with Vegas from 2022-03-02T08:00

Leafs goaltending dilemma, Habs rolling,&MVP futures bets from 2022-03-01T05:01

The Stadium Series Was a Big Success In Nashville While Alex Ovechkin Walks a Fine Line In Wartime from 2022-02-28T07:22

Nashville Retires Pekke Rinne's Jersey and Prepares for an Outdoor Game while Controversy Swirls Around Alex Ovechkin from 2022-02-25T07:22

Power Rankings: Week 20. The Colorado Avalanche Take Over The Top Spot! from 2022-02-25T03:41:51

Nate Behaving Badly; More Goalie Rumors; Arizona's Hoarding Tendancies from 2022-02-23T09:00

Olympic Hockey Daily: Finland Men Win Gold&Hockey Wins as We Say Goodbye to Beijing from 2022-02-21T13:00

The Hockey World Loses a Legend While the Penguins and Panthers Battle for First Place in Their Repsective Divisions from 2022-02-21T07:22

Olympic Hockey Daily: ROC vs Finland for Men’s Gold&the Olympic Hockey Broadcast Experience from 2022-02-18T18:04:35

New Coaches Are Winning, the Race for the Rocket and the future of Claude Giroux from 2022-02-18T14:32

Olympic Hockey Daily: Marie-Philip Poulin and Team Canada Win Gold! from 2022-02-17T18:49:35

Power Rankings: Week 19. How Will the Trade Season Impact the Rankings? from 2022-02-17T10:00

Olympic Hockey Daily: Finland wins Women’s Bronze; USA&Canada OUT in Men’s Tournament! from 2022-02-16T19:13:30

Eichel Day Arrives! Plus: Toffoli to Calgary and Fleury on the move? from 2022-02-16T15:14:30

Olympic Hockey Daily: Women’s Tournament Medal Preview&Mens’ QF Field Set from 2022-02-15T18:25:23

Has #TradeSZN officially began with the Toffoli deal? from 2022-02-15T05:01

Olympic Hockey Daily: Women’s Medal Games Set: Men’s Playoffs Start Tonight! from 2022-02-14T18:51:47

Olympic Hockey Daily: A Look at the Women’s Tournament&Hockey Analytics from 2022-02-14T12:00

A New Arena, a Surprise Retirement, a Suspension and a New Coach That Few People Expected from 2022-02-14T07:22

Olympic Hockey Daily: Women’s QF’s See USA&Canada Advance&Men’s Prelims Continue! from 2022-02-11T19:14:55

The Coaching Carousel Continues to Turn While the Coyotes Have a Controversial New Temporary Home from 2022-02-11T07:22

Olympic Hockey Daily: Women’s Quarterfinal Preview&Sean Farrell Shines! from 2022-02-10T19:16:19

How the Marchand Suspension, the St. Louis Hiring and the Eichel Return Change The Power Rankings from 2022-02-10T10:00

Olympic Hockey Daily: NHL Prospects in the Men’s Tournament; Women’s Quarterfinals Set from 2022-02-09T18:51:56

All-Star Fun; Eichel Day Approaches; MacKinnon Ready to Return from 2022-02-09T18:45:44

Chatting surging Leafs, Giroux trade destinations,&East power rankings from 2022-02-08T21:42:34

Olympic Hockey Daily: Canada Defeats USA 4-2&Wins Group A; Japan Wins Group B from 2022-02-08T17:25:29

Olympic Hockey Daily: USA vs Canada Preview&Women's Tournament Goaltending from 2022-02-07T18:55:59

Controversey Swirls Around the Blackhawks While the Habs Rebuild and the Bolts Prepare for Battle from 2022-02-07T07:22

Olympic Hockey Daily: Opening Ceremonies, Brianna Decker&the Team USA Taxi Squad Update from 2022-02-04T23:23:46

The NHL All Star Weekend Is Here and We Have It Covered from 2022-02-04T07:22

Olympic Hockey Daily: USA&Canada with decisive wins; A Team Russia Deep Dive from 2022-02-03T20:21:51

Power Rankings: Week 17. Who Can Make A Big Push In The Second Half? The Blackhawks Continue To Fumble the Kyle Beach Events from 2022-02-03T10:00

Olympic Hockey Daily: Women's Tournament Day One Game Previews! from 2022-02-02T23:34:09

It's never too early for trade deadline speculation from 2022-02-02T17:00

Olympic Hockey Daily: A Women's Tournament Preview with Nicole Haase from 2022-02-02T10:00

Tire fire in MTL, new ASG events,&the Calder race from 2022-02-01T20:22:05

The Flyers Ended Their Franchise Record Slump While the Avalanche and Stars Continue to Win from 2022-01-31T07:22

The King Gets Raised to the Rafters as the Rangers Retire Henrik Lundqvist's Jersey from 2022-01-28T15:32

Power Rankings: Week 16. The Avalanche and Lightning Knock the Canes Down from 2022-01-27T11:00

Flames get hot; Karlsson out; Standings surprises from 2022-01-26T08:00

Reaction to Racial Incident Involvin Jordan Subban, Emili Castonguay Hired by Vancouver Canucks from 2022-01-25T05:00

The Rangers, Knights and Leafs Are All In the Thick of the Playoff Hunt, We Have the Latest From Our Local Experts from 2022-01-24T07:22

The Avalanche and Panthers Continue to Win, the Oilers Remain a Mess from 2022-01-21T15:22

Power Rankings: Week 15. Is the Top 10 Pretty Well Set? from 2022-01-20T08:00

Media behaving badly; Hey now, we've got All-Stars; TEAM DOG from 2022-01-19T08:00

Connecticut Whale Owner Tobin Kelly Talks About Today's Premier Hockey Federation from 2022-01-18T22:33

Florida Panthers are Scoring At Will, Chris Pronger's Number Retired, and more All-Star Snubs! from 2022-01-18T05:00

Tuuka Rask Is Back and the Bruins Are On a Roll, While the Senators and Coyotes are Quietly Playing Better Hockey from 2022-01-17T07:22

NHL All Star Game Selections and Snubs from 2022-01-14T15:15

Power Rankings: Week 14. Predators Crack Top 10. Avs, Kings, Penguins Move Up. Oilers Fall Continues from 2022-01-13T10:00

Kane on the move, Eichel on the mend, and more NHL scandals from 2022-01-12T17:55

Where Will Evander Kane End Up? Zach Fucale's Incredible Story, and Rick Bowness Gets Fined for Showing Emotion from 2022-01-11T05:00

The Evander Kane Saga Takes Another Turn, the Kings Make a Controversial Move and the Panthers Are On Fire from 2022-01-10T07:22

The Pittsburgh Penguins Are Hot, The Edmonton Oilers Are Not from 2022-01-07T15:15

Power Rankings: Week 13. Very Little Movement. Why is That? from 2022-01-06T08:00

Western Conference Resolutions from 2022-01-05T09:00

Pretenders vs. Contenders, Canadian Postponements Affecting the NHL Schedule from 2022-01-04T05:00

The Winter Classic and a Dramatic Comeback Took Place This Weekend, We Have All the Latest from 2022-01-03T07:22

Hockey Fans Bundle Up For a Cold NHL Winter Classic in Minnesota from 2021-12-31T14:58

Locked On World Juniors: CANCELLED! (feat. Steven Ellis and Cody Janzen) from 2021-12-30T05:00

More COVID woes; players speak out about the lack of Olympics; the Winter Classic goes on from 2021-12-29T18:57:14

Locked On World Juniors: USA Forfeits Due to COVID, Steven Ellis from The Hockey News, and Canada Beats Up Austria from 2021-12-29T05:00

NHL Amends CBA to Combat COVID, IIHF Cancels Women's U-18s...Why? from 2021-12-28T05:00

Locked on World Juniors: Czechia Stunned by Germany, Sweden Stonewalls Slovakia on Day Two from 2021-12-28T05:00

As We Hopefully Head to the End of the Holiday Break, We Look at the NHL's Newest Team and 2 of the Hottest Right Now from 2021-12-27T07:22

Locked on World Juniors: Canada, USA, Finland and Sweden Victorious on Day One from 2021-12-27T05:00

We Analyze the NHL At the Extended Holiday Break, Who Are the Surprise Teams and the Teams That Can Still Surprise? from 2021-12-24T07:22

Reviewing The Power Rankings to This Point. Who to Keep an Eye on When the Pause Ends from 2021-12-24T03:33:15

Calgary arena drama, Vegas on a hot streak; the COVID pause from 2021-12-22T09:00

Covid vs. the NHL from 2021-12-21T06:16

The World Junior Championships Are Coming and We Have a Special, In-Depth Preview of the Tournament from 2021-12-20T07:22

A New/Old Scoring Leader, More Covid Cases&Some NHL All Star Voting Fun! from 2021-12-17T15:13:17

Power Rankings: Week 9. Is It Time To Throw The Towel In On The Islanders? from 2021-12-16T10:00

More COVID-19 issues sweep the league; But what about the Olympics?; Also Ben Bishop says goodbye from 2021-12-15T09:00

Where we stand with NHL players going to Olympics from 2021-12-14T05:42

Can the Oilers Break Out of Their Slump? Are the Bruins Contenders and Who Can Stop Ovi and the Capitals? from 2021-12-13T07:22