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    Feb 6, 2024, 23:00

    Ryan Kennedy and Michael Traikos discuss the London Police's press conference, Chicago hosting the next NHL Winter Classic, the Flyers with Siobhan Nolan and much more.

    Ryan Kennedy and Michael Traikos discuss the London Police's press conference, Chicago hosting the next NHL Winter Classic, the Flyers with Siobhan Nolan and much more.

    The Hockey News - Pre-Game Show: WJC Sex Assault Update – What's Next? Plus NHL Buy or Sell, Flyers and More

    It's a new episode of The Hockey News Pre-Game Show on the Game+ Network with Ryan Kennedy and Michael Traikos.

    The guest on this episode is Siobhan Nolan, editor of The Hockey News' Philadelphia Flyers site, to discuss Philly's plans for the trade deadline, Carter Hart and more.

    Plus, what the London Police told us about the sexual assault charges against five members of the 2018 Canadian world junior team and what comes next, whether Alex Ovechkin can reach 30 goals this year and whether six NHL clubs should buy or sell by the trade deadline.

    All that and much more, so let's get started. Find the show on TV with the Game+ Network on Tuesdays and Saturdays at 6 p.m. ET.

    Segment 1: Five 2018 Canadian WJC Players Face Sexual Assault Charges

    - Ryan and Michael discuss what the London Police Service said in Monday's press conference, as well as what comes next for the three NHL teams with players on leaves of absence who face charges in connection with an alleged sexual assault. (The charges and allegations have not been proven in court.)

    Segment 2: New Jersey Devils, Rick Tocchet on Oilers' Streak, Alex Ovechkin, 2025 Winter Classic

    - Jack Hughes is set to return to the New Jersey Devils this week. Do the Devils need a trade, or do they just need their players to be healthy?

    - Canucks coach Rick Tocchet, part of the Pittsburgh Penguins team that won a record 17 straight games, said he hopes the Edmonton Oilers don't break that streak.

    - Alex Ovechkin only has nine goals this year. Can he still reach 30 this year?

    - What do Ryan and Michael think about reports that the Chicago Blackhawks will host the 2025 NHL Winter Classic?

    Segment 3: Philadelphia Flyers talk with Siobhan Nolan

    - The Hockey News' Philadelphia Flyers site editor joins the show to discuss the team's surprise season, the charge Carter Hart faces and what the team has planned for the trade deadline.

    Segment 4: Buy, Sell, or Stand Pat, NHL trade deadline edition

    - If you were GM of the Pittsburgh Penguins, Washington Capitals, Toronto Maple Leafs, Buffalo Sabres, Los Angeles Kings or Seattle Kraken, would you be upgrading your roster, selling players for future assets or staying as you are by the trade deadline?

    Segment 5: Rapid Fire

    - Ryan and Michael play a game of "Was he an NHLer?" With the Grammys taking place over the weekend, producer Connor Somerville quizzes the hosts with either NHL players or musicians.

    Check out The Hockey News Pre-Game Show on the Game+ Network at 6 p.m. ET on Tuesdays and Saturdays. Here's where to watch:

    - Rogers: Channel 499

    - Bell: Channel 1425 HD, 430 SD

    - Telus Alberta and B.C.: Channel 924

    - Videotron: Channel 778

    - Cogeco: Channel 482 HD, 430 SD

    - SaskTel: Channel 427 HD, 127 SD

    Subscribe to the audio version (The Hockey News Podcast) on your preferred platform.

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