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The Big Show

The Hockey News
NHL
Toronto Maple Leafs
Florida Panthers
Edmonton Oilers
Team Canada
Colorado Avalanche
Montreal Canadiens
Connor Mcdavid
Ottawa Senators
NHL Playoffs
Carolina Hurricanes
Vegas Golden Knights
Team USA
Stanley Cup
Tampa Bay Lightning
Vancouver Canucks
Mitch Marner
Olympics
New Jersey Devils
Pittsburgh Penguins

On Mondays, Wednesdays and Fridays, we'll have in-depth analysis and lively discussion about everything happening in the NHL. Whether it’s trade rumors, player development or season predictions, it has expert takes and fresh perspectives on every episode.

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Here's what Katie Gaus, Michael Traikos, and Ryan Kennedy discussed in this episode:

0:45: Do you expect to see changes for the Toronto Maple Leafs if things don’t get back on the rails?

4:50: Where is the “hope” being held for the Maple Leafs?

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Here's what Bill Guerin, Chris Pronger, Brendan Morrison, Michael Traikos, and David Alter discussed in this episode:

0:44: What's to blame for the Leafs’ poor performance lately?

2:06: What is your level of concern for Toronto?

3:33: What are you... more

Here's what play-by-play commentator Chris Cuthbert, Madison Packer, Michael Traikos, and Michael Augello discussed in this episode:

1:03: Does Connor McDavid have a point?

2:40: Should star players get special treatment?

4:40: How important is it... more

Here's what former NHL goalie Devan Dubnyk, Michael Traikos and Michael Augello discussed in this episode:

1:29: Who is to blame for this situation between the Tampa Bay Lighting and Nikita Kucherov?

6:44: If Nikita Kucherov was traded, where could... more

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Recent Guests

Chris Cuthbert
Hockey play-by-play commentator and Foster Hewitt Memorial Award winner.
Episode: Chris Cuthbert Joins To Discuss Hockey Hall Of Fame Induction, Iconic Goal Calls And More
Devan Dubnyk
Former NHL goalie
Episode: Breaking Down Potential Trade Destinations For Lightning Star Nikita Kucherov
Michael Traikos
Hockey journalist
Episode: Does Hellebuyck Make The Devils A Stanley Cup Contender?
Drew Shore
Former NHL player
Episode: Does Hellebuyck Make The Devils A Stanley Cup Contender?
Frank Zawrazky
The Hockey News NCAA publisher and hockey broadcaster
The Hockey News
Episode: Will Connor Hellebuyck Return To The Winnipeg Jets?
Joe Bowen
Retired Toronto Maple Leafs play-by-play announcer with more than 3,000 broadcasts
Toronto Maple Leafs
Episode: Joe Bowen Joins To Discuss His Favorite Maple Leafs Moments
Michael Trakos
Guest panelist, hockey journalist/analyst
Episode: Has Skinner Changed What A Hellebuyck Trade Will Look Like For Jets?
Madison Packer
Guest panelist, former player
Episode: Has Skinner Changed What A Hellebuyck Trade Will Look Like For Jets?
Ryan Lambert
Guest, NHL writer
The Hockey News
Episode: How Will Barkov's Injury Potentially Impact The Panthers' Outlook?

Hosts

Ryan Kennedy
Host with a long-running role on the show, frequently guiding discussions and anchoring coverage with Hockey News affiliation.
Michael Traikos
Co-host and analyst, contributes contract dynamics and team-level insights across episodes.
Michael Augello
Co-host and hockey analyst, often provides player and prospect context.

Reviews

3.9 out of 5 stars from 677 ratings
  • Good podcast, but…

    I gave it three stars: 5 for when Madison is on and 1 when Katie is on. Please have Madison on permanently.

    Apple Podcasts
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    drydenfan
    United Statesa month ago
  • could be great

    the sound or mic quality of this pod is abysmal. like a highschool project.

    Apple Podcasts
    2
    Slats33
    Canada10 months ago
  • Session with Dubnyk was incredible

    Love to hear the technical aspect of game from the players perspective

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Bobbi-in-the-hole
    United Statesa year ago
  • Are you kidding me?

    The fact that you guys even debated who is the greatest penguin Mario or Sydney is a joke! Talk about recency bias. You lost credibility just even having this discussion. “ I sort of lean towards Lemieux“ Get real! I genuinely question if they subconsciously have an anti-French, anti-Quebec bias!

    Apple Podcasts
    3
    GoExpos!
    Canada2 years ago
  • What happened??

    Used to listen regularly and used to be great. Now the pods come out very irregularly and I don’t listen anymore after several talent changes

    Apple Podcasts
    1
    TFSmash9001
    Canada2 years ago

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Key themes from listener reviews, highlighting what works and what could be improved about the show.

Volatility in audio quality and irregular release cadence are frequent complaints that hinder otherwise strong content.
Some episodes shine with technical, player-perspective insights, making it a standout for serious fans.
Listeners praise deep-dive hockey analysis and solid host banter, though sound quality issues recur.

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#162
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Apple Podcasts
#74
United Kingdom/Sports/Hockey
Apple Podcasts
#155
Canada/Sports/Hockey
Apple Podcasts
#28
Italy/Sports/Hockey
Apple Podcasts
#89
France/Sports/Hockey
Apple Podcasts
#140
Australia/Sports/Hockey

Talking Points

Recent interactions between the hosts and their guests.

Breaking Down Potential Trade Destinations For Lightning Star Nikita Kucherov
Q: And Devan, if he gets traded, you know, which teams are you circling right now?
Dubnyk says Minnesota could be interested, but a contender would need to believe it can win the Stanley Cup before giving up significant assets for a rental. Augello points to Seattle as a team seeking a star, and says Montreal could afford Kucherov but might prefer to wait until free agency.
Breaking Down Potential Trade Destinations For Lightning Star Nikita Kucherov
Q: Who's to blame in this situation?
Devan Dubnyk says there is not enough information to assign blame, but believes communication and whether Kucherov feels appreciated are likely central. Michael Augello adds that Tampa Bay has often moved on from veteran players and may expect Kucherov to accept less than market value.
Chris Cuthbert Joins To Discuss Hockey Hall Of Fame Induction, Iconic Goal Calls And More
Q: What was it like to call Crosby's goal 16 years ago and Jack Hughes' goal earlier this year?
Cuthbert described the 2010 Vancouver goal as an intensely emotional national moment that left him numb afterward. He praised Hughes' 2026 shift and said he tried to keep that call simpler than his 2010 golden-goal call.
Chris Cuthbert Joins To Discuss Hockey Hall Of Fame Induction, Iconic Goal Calls And More
Q: What can you tell me about Foster Hewitt as an influence on your career?
Cuthbert recalled listening to Foster Hewitt call Maple Leafs games on a pillow speaker because radio reports were his main way to learn about the games. Hewitt's broadcasts helped inspire Cuthbert to become the voice calling hockey from a distant city.
Does Hellebuyck Make The Devils A Stanley Cup Contender?
Q: Do you worry at all about Edmonton's lack of depth scoring?
Michael Traikos says Edmonton has long struggled to find secondary scoring behind its top players. Drew Shore thinks the stars can still produce in the playoffs, but the team needs to address either its depth scoring or goaltending.

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A fast-paced roundtable averaging deep dives into NHL team construction, contracts, and season outlooks. Episodes consistently cover masterful breakdowns of trade dynamics, cap strategy, prospect development, goaltending questions, and leadership roles, with a mix of data-driven takes and spirited debate. The show stands out for its blunt, knowledgeable takes from seasoned hockey insiders who parse moves across multiple teams, offer practical implications for rosters and budgets, and forecast how off-season decisions shape the upcoming season. Listeners likely appreciate candid analysis, cross-team context, and a willingness to debate hot topics with tactical significance for fans, journalists, and industry professionals.

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Recent guests on The Big Show include:

1. Chris Cuthbert
2. Devan Dubnyk
3. Michael Traikos
4. Drew Shore
5. Frank Zawrazky
6. Joe Bowen
7. Michael Trakos
8. Madison Packer

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