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The Big Show

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

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 former NHLer Drew Shore, Ryan Kennedy and Michael Traikos discussed in this episode:

1:00: Thoughts on the Toronto Maple Leafs' hire of Jim Hiller?

6:00: Did the Maple Leafs go with a more affordable option as coach?

9:15: Thoughts on ... more

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

1:06: How would you rank this Stanley Cup final?

5:10: What Devan thought of Brandon Bussi and Frederik Andersen's play in the playoffs and t... more

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

0:45: Ryan, which game has had the best atmosphere so far in the Stanley Cup final?

2:00: Was the Jordan Staal storyline something you thought would happen heading ... more

Here's what Drew Shore, Ryan Kennedy and Michael Traikos discussed in this episode:

1:10: Thoughts on starting Brandon Bussi and making Frederik Andersen a healthy scratch?

3:05: Has Jordan Staal been the best Carolina Hurricane so far?

4:30: What... more

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Recent Guests

Michael Augello
Guest, writer for The Hockey News
The Hockey News
Episode: NCAA Frozen Four Updates From Vegas, Plus Greatest Cup Champs
Devan Dubnyk
Former NHL goalie, analyst
The Hockey News
Episode: Breaking Down The Golden Knights Bringing In John Tortorella
Ryan Kennedy
Head of News/Chief of Hockey at The Hockey News
The Hockey News
Episode: Is There A GM Under More Pressure Than Oilers' Stan Bowman?
Drew Shore
Former NHLer
The Hockey News
Episode: Is There A GM Under More Pressure Than Oilers' Stan Bowman?
Michael Traikos
On-site hockey analyst covering the games.
The Hockey News
Episode: The Hockey News At The Games: Men's Qualification Playoff Round Results And Reactions
Scott Van Horne
Vice President of Product Creation and Skate Division Lead at True Hockey
True Hockey
Episode: Men's Olympic Hockey Preview, X-Factors And More
Chris Sinclair
Women's hockey expert from The Hockey News
The Hockey News
Episode: Women's Olympic Preview, Plus Trotz, Oilers And More
Gary Pearson
Hockey Analyst
Bet MGM
Episode: Can The Senators Still Save Their Season?
Nate Ewell
A hockey lifer with experience in media relations for the Washington Capitals
Washington Capitals
Episode: How Alex Ovechkin Transformed The Washington Capitals

Hosts

Michael Traikos
Co-host on The Big Show and contributor to The Hockey News; frequent panelist with deep hockey knowledge.
Ryan Kennedy
Host/Co-host on The Big Show; long-running hockey analyst with strong playoff and strategy insights.
Katie Gaus
Host of The Hockey News Big Show; brings broadcasting experience and market-ready insights.
Drew Shore
Former NHL player and hockey analyst providing current-player perspective.

Reviews

3.9 out of 5 stars from 674 ratings
  • could be great

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

    Apple Podcasts
    2
    Slats33
    Canada5 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 States10 months 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
  • Volume Levels Need Worm

    I’ve been listening to this podcast for three or four years now and it just keeps getting worse. Rapidfire is horrible and stupid. The sound quality has not improved over many years. You never know when it’s coming out and when it does, it’s often outdated. It’s actually embarrassing that the most prestigious NHL publication in the world put something out that is this poor.

    Apple Podcasts
    2
    MarkBacon
    United States2 years ago

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Guests and hosts provide credible, insider perspectives; episodes with betting context are particularly valued.
Listeners appreciate deep hockey analysis and guest insights, but audio quality and consistency are common critique points.
Shutdown in episode cadence and audio balance are frequent feedback themes for sponsors and producers.

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Apple Podcasts
#99
United States/Sports/Hockey
Apple Podcasts
#68
United Kingdom/Sports/Hockey
Apple Podcasts
#110
Canada/Sports/Hockey
Apple Podcasts
#23
France/Sports/Hockey
Apple Podcasts
#31
Italy/Sports/Hockey
Apple Podcasts
#57
Australia/Sports/Hockey

Talking Points

Recent interactions between the hosts and their guests.

What's Going On With The Golden Knights And Avalanche?
Q: Can Colorado rebound given their injuries and the absence of McCarr?
Augello notes that while Colorado has depth, the absence of their top defenseman and the mounting injuries make a comeback series unlikely, though a single win could extend the series.
What's Going On With The Golden Knights And Avalanche?
Q: Starting on Vegas and what they did well, how did they pull this off?
Traikos emphasizes the blend of depth scoring and a steady defensive framework, with key contributions from two-way players and improved goaltending supporting Vegas's comeback drive.
The Hockey News At The Games: Reacting To USA Beating Canada For Women's Hockey Gold
Q: What was the tension like? The dying minutes goalie pulled and they're able to get the job done. Describe the feeling in that atmosphere.
The atmosphere was highly charged with quick movements and decisions as the goalie was pulled, creating a palpable tension in the stadium.
The Hockey News At The Games: USA, Canada To Meet In Olympic Women's Hockey Final
Q: How important is it for Canada to contain Abbey Murphy and how important is it to stay out of the box?
It's very important as she can be such a difference maker and get under your skin.
The Hockey News At The Games: USA, Canada To Meet In Olympic Women's Hockey Final
Q: How do we find any flaws for this team? Are there any flaws for this team?
No, there isn't. I mean, it's a perfect team, right?

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What is The Big Show about and what kind of topics does it cover?

A high-energy hockey discussion show that blends in-depth NHL playoff analysis with bold, opinionated takes and occasional betting context. Episodes frequently dissect series dynamics, goaltending tandems, coaching moves, and prospect development, often weaving in guest perspectives from former players and betting analysts. The format shines when guests provide expert hockey insight and behind-the-scenes context, while banter among hosts keeps the conversation lively. It's particularly noteworthy for its Bet MGM segments and the mix of analytics with veteran intuition, making it a solid fit for listeners who want fast-paced, insider-style coverage with actionable takeaways for fans, marketers, and sponsors in the hockey space.

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Recent guests on The Big Show include:

1. Michael Augello
2. Devan Dubnyk
3. Ryan Kennedy
4. Drew Shore
5. Michael Traikos
6. Scott Van Horne
7. Chris Sinclair
8. Gary Pearson

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