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NHL Wraparound Podcast

Neil Smith & Vic Morren
NHL
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Carolina Hurricanes
Montreal Canadiens
Vegas Golden Knights
Colorado Avalanche
Philadelphia Flyers
Buffalo Sabres
Edmonton Oilers
Minnesota Wild
Toronto Maple Leafs
Anaheim Ducks
Washington Capitals
Tampa Bay Lightning
Pittsburgh Penguins
Winnipeg Jets
National Hockey League
New York Rangers
Las Vegas Golden Knights
Boston Bruins

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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With every Sunday matchup fairly even, Neil turned in a 4-2 mark to move to 175-107 (.621) for the season.

Three games on the Monday schedule, all taking place out west, with Neil and Vic doing a rare dual record with The Old Professor on the road. more

Just when you thought you'd seen and heard it all in the Connor Hellebuyck saga, the Devils announced Sunday evening that the three-time Vezina Trophy winner would not play in his return to Winnipeg Tuesday.

This is an audio-only show with Neil join... more

Four road underdogs sidetracked Neil's sidetracked Neil's Saturday to a 6-6 mark putting the straight up season mark at 171-105 (.620).

One can literally flip a coin on each of Sunday's six pack. Let's see how the Old Professor fares.

X: tw... more

As Meat Loaf used to sing, "Two out of three ain't bad."

For Neil, only Anaheim's third period comeback prevented a perfect night coming off an 8-3 Thursday.

A full day on Saturday with a dozen games starting at 12:30pm et when Florida visits Washi... more

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Billy Jaffe
NESN and NHL Network analyst and co-host of Morning Bru with Jaffe and Razor.
NESN
Episode: Episode 120 - Bruin...and Cookin'! - With Billy Jaffe - Nov. 4, 2026
Bryan Trottier
Hockey Hall of Fame player and seven-time Stanley Cup winner as a player and assistant coach.
Episode: NHL Wraparound Hall of Fame Edition - Bryan Trottier
Bill Lindsay
Florida Panthers radio analyst and former NHL player.
Florida Panthers
Episode: Episode 119 - Hostile Homecoming - with Florida Panthers Radio Analyst Bill Lindsay - Oct. 21, 2026
Jackie Spiegel
Philadelphia Flyers beat writer at the Philadelphia Inquirer and former television journalist.
Philadelphia Inquirer
Episode: Episode 118 - Infrequent Flyers - With Jackie Spiegel from the Philadelphia Inquirer - Oct. 15, 2026
Joe Beninati
Voice of the Washington Capitals, long-tenured broadcaster
Washington Capitals
Episode: Episode 117 - The GR8 Farewell Tour - Joe Beninati - Oct. 7, 2026
John Hynes
Minnesota Wild Head Coach
Minnesota Wild
Episode: Episode 116 - Into the Wild - John Hynes - Sept. 28, 2026
Craig Button
Former TSN analyst; season preview contributor
TSN
Episode: Episode 115 - Starting Anew: 2026-27 Season Preview - Craig Button - Sept. 24, 2026
Peter DeBoer
Head Coach of the New York Islanders
New York Islanders
Episode: Episode 114 - A New Beacon on Long Island - Peter DeBoer - Sept. 23, 2026
Andrew Brunette
Head coach of the Nashville Predators
Nashville Predators
Episode: Episode 113 - On the Prowl - Andrew Brunette - Sept. 14, 2026

Hosts

Neil Smith
Former New York Rangers president and general manager, and longtime NHL executive.
Vic Morren
Hockey television producer, statistical analyst, and longtime NHL broadcast veteran.

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
    Italya year 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 States2 years 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 States3 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 States3 years ago

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Interviews are praised for bringing out candid, funny and meaningful stories from hockey guests.
Listeners value the hosts' chemistry, focused conversations and direct, knowledgeable hockey analysis.
The coverage appeals to dedicated NHL fans and can also draw in people returning to the sport.
Neil Smith's experience and storytelling stand out, especially when current NHL events are put in historical context.

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#174
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#10
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Recent interactions between the hosts and their guests.

Episode 120 - Bruin...and Cookin'! - With Billy Jaffe - Nov. 4, 2026
Q: Can you talk about McAvoy for a minute because he intrigues me as well.
Jaffe describes McAvoy as the Bruins defenseman who can influence the game in the most ways, citing his skating, physical play, offensive contribution and heavy workload. He adds that McAvoy could make the power play more effective by shooting more often.
Episode 120 - Bruin...and Cookin'! - With Billy Jaffe - Nov. 4, 2026
Q: Tell us a little bit about Marco Sturm, because I find this so interesting. A German national, we all know is playing career. He's a good player and all that. But then, you know, becomes a head coach in the NHL for the team that he played for. But he's a German national and he's coaching the Bruins. Like, tell us about Marco Sturm. I find him fascinating.
Jaffe says Sturm built coaching experience in the American League before taking the Bruins job. His playing career gives him credibility, while his age and communication style help him connect with different generations of players. Jaffe also points to Sturm's adaptable defensive system and emphasis on accountability.
NHL Wraparound Hall of Fame Edition - Bryan Trottier
Q: What made you decide that you wanted to try your hand at coaching?
Trottier says Craig Patrick proposed a player-coach role in Pittsburgh, which sparked his interest. He enjoyed working on tactics and preparation, then pursued coaching opportunities with Portland and Colorado.
NHL Wraparound Hall of Fame Edition - Bryan Trottier
Q: How was it for you in the last decade or so to see Jean Potvin and Jerry Hart and Clark Gillies and of course Mike Bossy?
Trottier describes the grief of losing his parents and close friends, including former teammates, as deeply painful. He says being able to say goodbye and express his love and gratitude brought comfort.
Episode 118 - Infrequent Flyers - With Jackie Spiegel from the Philadelphia Inquirer - Oct. 15, 2026
Q: Do you think that that failed attempt, and when I say failed attempt, let's say that attempt is in any way, shape or form, hurting what's going on this season?
Spiegel says she doubts the offer sheet directly explains the poor start, but wonders why Philadelphia had no backup plan. She adds that the salary cap was rising anyway, though the move may have accelerated salary expectations.

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Experienced hockey voices Neil Smith and Vic Morren combine current NHL analysis with historical perspective. Smith brings the viewpoint of a former general manager and longtime executive, while Morren draws on decades in hockey broadcasting and statistics. Their regular discussions cover team performance, goaltending, player movement, injuries, league issues and hockey history, with Smith also offering frequent game predictions. Short-form segments add quick reactions and trivia, while longer interviews feature players and hockey professionals sharing career stories, behind-the-scenes experiences and personal reflections. The blend of practical front-office insight, broadcast expertise and historical context gives the coverage range beyond... more

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1. Billy Jaffe
2. Bryan Trottier
3. Bill Lindsay
4. Jackie Spiegel
5. Joe Beninati
6. John Hynes
7. Craig Button
8. Peter DeBoer

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