Andrew McInnis, Ryan Kennedy and Michael Traikos discuss the Canadiens' contract extensions, the Flames and Wild's trade, the status of the Blue Jackets, Red Wings and Rangers, and more.
The Hockey News Big Show is reacting to big news in the NHL and hockey world after the start of free agency.
Here's what Andrew McInnis, Ryan Kennedy and Michael Traikos discussed in this episode:
1:00: How important is it for the Montreal Canadiens to have so many core players locked down?
5:37: After re-signing Jakub Dobes, what will happen to Samuel Montembeault and Jacob Fowler?
8:15: Thoughts on the Minnesota Wild picking up Blake Coleman and Olli Maatta?
10:10: How does Jake Middleton fit into the Calgary Flames' lineup?
11:03: Where do the Columbus Blue Jackets fit into the playoff picture with Zach Werenski staying?
15:25: What is the feeling surrounding the Detroit Red Wings?
18:24: If Dylan Larkin stays in Detroit, will he remain their captain?
19:30: Do you think Dyaln Larkin is justified in wanting to leave the Red Wings?
22:35: How would you evaluate the New York Rangers' retool right now?
27:44: Name one other team you think needs a Rangers-style retool.
29:02: Rate the start of Vancouver's rebuild from one to five
30:43: Will we ever see 7-foot-1 San Jose Sharks prospect Alexander Karmanov in the NHL?
33:04: Who is the best UFA still available?
34:22: Predict Alex Ovechkin's goal total this upcoming season
Thank you to all our listeners for tuning into another season of The Hockey News Big Show. As our summer schedule begins, you can expect new episodes of the Big Show on Mondays.
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