Matt Marchese and Mike Futa open this episode fielding your questions and comments from The FAN Hockey Hotline! John-Michael Liles (17:33), former NHL defenceman and Altitude TV analyst, swaps some stories with the guys before checking in on the Colorado Avalanche. He touches on how the team has battled through adversity this season, the key contributors along the way, the process of ramping up for the playoffs, and their outlook as they look to compete for a Cup. Later, Danny Webster (48:53) of the Las Vegas Review-Journal reflects on the Golden Knights' rough stretch of late, Jack Eichel's health, and the importance of finishing strong, before sharing some injury updates from the team.

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Matt Marchese and Mike Futa kick things off alongside Elliotte Friedman, Sportsnet NHL insider and host of 32 Thoughts. The guys try to make sense of the Maple Leafs' mentality after securing back-to-back wins, before reviewing last night's battle between the Bruins and Sabres. They dig in on what's behind Boston and Buffalo's resurgences this year, the leading candidates to take home the Hart Memorial Trophy, Evan Bouchard's recent play, and what game Friedge is most looking forward to watching tonight.

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Matt Marchese returns alongside Mike Futa to review a busy night around the NHL. The touch on the key wins that could prove decisive in the playoff race, what's in store for the Maple Leafs moving forward, and the teams to keep an eye on down the stretch. Next, former NHLer Wayne Simmonds (27:23) stops by to share some stories from his career, chat his work with the Flyers, and reflect on the ripple effects of the decline in physicality around the league. Later, Mollie Walker (50:52) of the New York Post discusses the Rangers' outlook to finish the year, what's ahead for Vincent Trocheck and Jonathan Quick, the team's foundation for the future, and Alexis Lafrenière's recent surge.

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Elliotte Friedman, Sportsnet NHL insider and host of 32 Thoughts, joins Matt Marchese and Mike Futa to chat about the Senators' statement win over the Red Wings in the Atlantic Division playoff race. The boys discuss Detroit's disappointing second half, when to expect Jake Sanderson to return, as well as Zach Werenski and Matthew Schaefer's Hart Trophy candidacy. Friedge also weighs in on Sergei Bobrovsky's latest milestone, the group of Hall of Famers still playing today, and Nashville's bounce back season. They wrap with thoughts on the biggest disappointment from last night's 15-game NHL slate, Pierre-Luc Dubois' five-minute major, and the goaltending concerns in the Pacific Division.

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Mike Futa and guest host Justin Cuthbert open today's show alongside Brian Boyle (06:02), former NHLer centre turned analyst. They chat about Macklin Celebrini's sophomore surge, Warren Foegele's fit in Ottawa, and what's in store for the Senators down the stretch. Next, Mike and Justin set the stage for busy night in the NHL tonight with 15 games on deck (26:34)! Later, Sportsnet's Luke Gazdic (51:06) stops by to chat about the Oilers as they look to stay afloat without Leon Draisaitl for the remainder of the regular season. Finally, three-time Stanley Cup champion and Hurricanes Special Assistant to the GM, Justin Williams (01:17:00) joins the program! He shares what it's been like being an OHL dad, before getting into the Hurricanes' playoff push, Nic Deslauriers' roster fit, and his experience competing for a Cup.

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Matt Marchese and Mike Futa open this episode swapping some stories and looking back on the NHL action from this past weekend on the "Futa Five". Next up, former NHLer and Blue Jackets analyst, Jody Shelley (17:34) stops by to discuss Columbus' playoff outlook, the impact of Rick Bowness behind the bench, and the key players driving the team's turnaround this season. Later, Predators play-by-play voice Willy Daunic (46:00) joins the show to chat how Nashville has climbed back into the playoff picture and looks ahead to how they can finish the job.

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Matt Marchese and Mike Futa take a moment to remember NHL journalist Jessi Pierce. Elliotte Friedman, Sportsnet NHL insider and host of 32 Thoughts, shares his thoughts on what's in store Alex Ovechkin beyond this season after scoring his 1,000th goal in the regular season and playoffs combined. The guys also dive into this year's unbalanced NHL standings, takeaways from the Kings' overtime loss to the Mammoth, and the discourse surrounding AJ Greer's three-game suspension for boarding Connor Zary. They wrap up with a debate about who's in line for some NHL Awards!

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Matt Marchese and Mike kick off Friday's show chatting with Nate Thompson, former NHLer and co-host of the Energy Line podcast, about the Oilers' 4-0 loss to the Panthers and the tight playoff races around the league. Next, Sportsnet's Colby Armstrong (28:30) stops by the studio to chat about the Penguins' difference-makers this season and Matthew Schaefer's incredible rookie year. Later, the guys then choose their dream playoff matchups and sort through this week's edition of the "Futa Five". Sportsnet's Anna Dua (01:15:19) wraps up today's show with her three bold predictions heading down the stretch of the season.

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