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NHL Wraparound Podcast

Neil Smith & Vic Morren
NHL
Carolina Hurricanes
Vegas Golden Knights
Montreal Canadiens
Colorado Avalanche
Buffalo Sabres
National Hockey League
Philadelphia Flyers
Anaheim Ducks
Edmonton Oilers
Toronto Maple Leafs
Minnesota Wild
Los Angeles Kings
New York Rangers
Pittsburgh Penguins
Tampa Bay Lightning
Las Vegas Golden Knights
Ottawa Senators
Seattle Kraken
Washington Capitals

Breadth and depth. Contemporary and historical. Straight-forward and experienced. The NHL Wraparound podcast features Neil Smith, President-General Manager of the 1994 Stanley Cup Champion New York Rangers and longtime ESPN/NHL veteran Vic Morren sharing no-nonsense opinions on news and issues around the National Hockey League. Bringing decades of experience from their respective fields, Smith and... more

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Latest Episodes

Summer Coolers – Toronto Maple Leafs

Few NHL organizations have undergone a transformation quite like the Toronto Maple Leafs. John Chayka takes over as GM, Jim Hiller replaces Craig Berube behind the bench, and the Mitch Marner saga is finally in t... more

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Summer Coolers – Winnipeg Jets

The Winnipeg Jets went from winning the Presidents’ Trophy to one of the NHL’s biggest disappointments. A 34-point decline left Winnipeg at .500, seventh in the Central and outside the playoffs. Nearly every major metr... more

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Summer Coolers – Washington Capitals

The Washington Capitals received a major wake-up call last season. After finishing atop the Eastern Conference in 2024-25, Washington dropped 16 points, finished fourth in the Metropolitan Division with 95 and mi... more

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Summer Coolers – Vegas Golden Knights

The Vegas Golden Knights may finally be changing their philosophy. After a 95-point regular season, a late coaching change sparked an incredible run to the Stanley Cup Final, where Vegas ultimately fell to Carol... more

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Recent Guests

Andrew Brunette
Head coach of the Nashville Predators
Nashville Predators
Episode: Episode 113 - On the Prowl - Andrew Brunette - Sept. 14, 2026
Spencer Carbery
Washington Capitals head coach
Washington Capitals
Episode: Episode 110 - From the Stingrays to the Capitals - Spencer Carbery - Sept. 3, 2026
Dave Pagnotta
Writer for The Fourth Period, analyst on NHL matters
The Fourth Period, NHL Network"
Episode: Episode 105 - Amidst Change, Who's Actually Improved? - With Dave Pagnotta of The Fourth Period
Gary Bettman
NHL Commissioner
National Hockey League
Episode: Episode 100 - A Discussion with NHL Commissioner Gary Bettman
Craig Button
TSN analyst
TSN
Episode: Episode 99 - Stanley Cup Playoffs Conference Finals Preview - May 19, 2026
Jamie McLennan
TSN analyst, former NHL goaltender
TSN
Episode: Episode 95 - Down the Stretch with Noodles - With TSN Analyst Jamie McLennan - Apr. 8, 2026
George McPhee
President of Hockey Operations
Vegas Golden Knights
Episode: Episode 94 - Rolling the Dice with Torts - With VGK President of Hockey Operations George McPhee - Apr. 1, 2026
Phil Bourque
Former Penguins forward, broadcaster
Pittsburgh Penguins / NHL broadcaster
Episode: Episode 93 - March of the Penguins - With Radio/TV Analyst Phil Bourque
Phil Bork
Penguins radio and TV analyst
Pittsburgh Penguins
Episode: NHL Wraparound Short Shifts - Bubble Shake in the East & Does Anyone Want the Pacific? - Mar. 20, 2026

Hosts

Neil S. Smith
Host with extensive executive experience in NHL management and historical perspective on league developments.
Vic Morren
Co-host with broadcasting, statistics, and production background; long-time hockey analyst.

Reviews

4.9 out of 5 stars from 43 ratings
  • NHL wraparound podcast

    A “must” for every NHL fan. A terrific podcast with lots of up to date information, interviews with great guests, and insightful analysis led with competence, high level knowledge and lots of hockey passion by the hosts

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    MarcoMazz68
    Italy9 months ago
  • Love this Podcast!

    Great podcast. Neal and Vic work really well together with a seamless back and forth. Focused discussions of hockey without any long, off-topic tangents. Smart, insightful, and entertaining.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    The Rat Wife
    United Statesa year ago
  • Wraparound is great!

    Neil is a great storyteller. Always looking forward to hearing what he has to say. So much experience and knowledge about hockey that adds a lot to the podcast. Neil and Vic are a great duo, too. Slowly been getting back into hockey full time over the past five years, so I’m glad I found about this podcast, because it’s great!

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    CmPunk Clobbers
    United Statesa year ago
  • Insightful and entertaining

    I enjoy the structure of each telecast and the insights of Neil and Vic! They have great chemistry together, which comes out in the show. They focus on important events going on today, and also discuss on many things in a historical context. Their guests are also outstanding and most seem happy to share both poignant and humorous stories of NHL life.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Blubb033
    United States2 years ago
  • Morren is the man.

    Great podcast. Morren is the best NHL breakdown artist in the game. THE MAN.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    wobearle
    United States2 years ago

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The show is praised for structured, insightful discussions without getting sidetracked.
Guest appearances are described as high-quality and enriching, adding historical and contemporary layers to episodes.
Listeners prize the hosts' clear chemistry and deep hockey knowledge that comes from decades in the game.

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#39
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#244
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Talking Points

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Episode 102 - Through the Eyes of Monty - Jun. 1, 2026
Q: What stood out about the final four teams and the identity lines you noted?
He highlighted speed and identity lines as defining features, noting that teams with strong, finishing lines and high pace can overcome sheer size, and that the Blues and Hurricanes need to balance physicality with skill to compete at the level of Vegas.
Episode 102 - Through the Eyes of Monty - Jun. 1, 2026
Q: How do you approach the summer with the Blues given significant organizational changes?
Montgomery explains focusing on youth development, energy in the locker room, and aligning on a shared vision with Steen and Armstrong to build a competitive team that can sustain success over multiple years.
Episode 102 - Through the Eyes of Monty - Jun. 1, 2026
Q: What are your thoughts on how the goaltending matchup could influence the final?
We discussed the goaltenders' trajectories, with Carter Hart's playoff emergence and Frederik Andersen's steadiness, highlighting how their performances could tilt momentum and decision-making for their teams in a tight series.
Episode 101 - Stanley Cup Final Preview - May 31, 2026
Q: Who do you have as Conn Smythe winner for each team?
Carolina: Frederik Andersen; Vegas: Mitch Marner (as a standout performer on the Vegas side)
Episode 101 - Stanley Cup Final Preview - May 31, 2026
Q: Craig, your take on whether Vegas can handle Carolina's forecheck or if Montreal-style track meets are the route to beat them?
Vegas needs to be positionally sound, slow the game down, and find a balance between staying aggressive and not getting dragged into a track meet.

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A thoughtful mix of contemporary NHL analysis and historical perspective, anchored by two veteran analysts who pair strategic critique with deep league context. Episodes frequently dissect team seasons, management decisions, cap considerations, and drafting impact, often weaving in past eras to illuminate today's game. Notable is the duo's chemistry and data-informed storytelling, plus a penchant for candid discussions with guests that reveal both on-ice and executive viewpoints. The format tends to appeal to hockey nerds, front-office professionals, and fans who want both breadth and depth beyond standard game recaps.

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2. Spencer Carbery
3. Dave Pagnotta
4. Gary Bettman
5. Craig Button
6. Jamie McLennan
7. George McPhee
8. Phil Bourque

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