Episodes

  • Craig Berube Introduced in Toronto
    May 21 2024

    Jeff Marek and Producer Matt tee up Craig Berube's introductory press conference alongside General Manager Brad Treliving and Maple Leafs President Brendan Shanahan. Later on, Jeff and Matt break down their takeaways from the media availability and forecast the job ahead for Berube in Toronto (28:28).

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    57 mins
  • Is it Time to Send Levi to the AHL (Again)? + Dr. Jay Harrison Talks NHLPA’s First Line Program
    Jan 10 2024

    Jeff kicks off the show with The Athletic's Hailey Salvian, as they break down the state of some of the hottest Canadian teams including Winnipeg and Vancouver. The pair search for the right role for Nikita Zadorov with the Canucks, evaluate what moves the team could make going forward, and share their biggest takeaways from the PWHL’s early schedule. Next, Producer Matt Marchese joins the show to discuss Ilya Samsonov being called up to the Maple Leafs, Devon Levi’s struggles in Buffalo, and much more (34:07). Former NHL defender Dr. Jay Harrison wraps up today's show chatting about the NHLPA’s new program "First Line", an education and leadership initiative developed to strengthen members’ mental health knowledge and skills (50:10).

    The views and opinions expressed in this podcast are those of the hosts and guests and do not necessarily reflect the position of Rogers Sports & Media or any affiliates.

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    1 hr and 7 mins
  • Marek & Friedman: What’s Next for the Predators?
    May 10 2022

    Jeff and Elliotte start off revisiting Barry Trotz' dismissal from behind the bench in Long Island and discuss what they’ve learned since and the fan base's fondness the former coach (00:31). The guys then look ahead to the Nashville Predators first point of business this off-season, the impact of the NHL Draft Lottery, and the surprising lack of lineup changes for the Leafs ahead of Game 5 (09:02). To cap things off, Jeff and Elliotte reflect after Patrick Marleau called it a career, and chat about Calgary’s bounce back effort against Dallas and Jeff’s love for ugly overtime goals (18:04).

     

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    26 mins
  • Nov. 6: “He Wanted Me To Show Him Some Of His Fights”
    Nov 6 2020
    Jeff, Brian and Justin talk about Scotty Bowman’s legacy and the idea of bringing in a superstar who may not be the best teammate. Then Bowman himself joins the show to discuss his Hall-of-Fame career, the evolution of technology and how one player had a different request about watching film. The views and opinions expressed in this podcast […]
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    48 mins
  • Is it Too Early to Make Team Assessments?
    Oct 18 2021

    Jeff is joined by The Athletic’s Eric Duhatschek to talk about why it might be too early to judge teams and why the Canadian Olympic team doesn’t have a lot of tough decisions (0:35). Next, Rangers play-by-play voice Sam Rosen chats about the expectations for the club and why Gerard Gallant is a good fit to coach […]

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    1 hr and 9 mins
  • Will the Flyers Bounce Back?
    Oct 12 2021

    Jeff is joined by Flyers President of Hockey Ops and GM Chuck Fletcher to talk about expectations for his club and Carter Hart getting a fresh start this season (1:51). Golden Knights insider and analyst Gary Lawless discusses where the team ranks among the elite in the NHL and if a deal was close between […]

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    1 hr and 10 mins
  • Opening Night Expectations with Mike Harrington and Katie Guay
    Oct 14 2021

    Jeff is joined by Mike Harrington of the Buffalo News about the latest surrounding Jack Eichel, if we are any closer to seeing a trade, and previews the opening night matchup for the Sabres (00:31). Next up, AHL Official Katie Guay discusses becoming the first female to referee an AHL game, and touches on her […]

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    32 mins
  • Dion Phaneuf on Calling It a Career
    Nov 16 2021

    Wayne Scanlan joins the show to chat about the COVID-19 situation in Ottawa and how the season has gone for the Senators  (1:11). Next, Dion Phaneuf stops by and talks about his career after officially announcing his retirement (14:55). To wrap, Hall of Fame broadcaster Rick Peckham talks about his favourite broadcasting moments and coming out of retirement to fill in for long-time friend Pete Weber on the Predators broadcast (29:30).

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    50 mins