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theScore's flagship hockey show takes a weekly deep dive into the hottest topics and contentious debates in the NHL and beyond.

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Welcome to Top Shelf!On the latest episode, the guys unpack the futures of Auston Matthews and Connor McDavid. Will one or both marquee players be on the move this offseason? Summer of 2027? And what does the possibility of superstar movement say abo... more

Welcome to Top Shelf!On this week's episode, the guys mock the top 10 picks of the 2026 NHL Draft after Tuesday's lottery. Will Toronto take Gavin McKenna first overall? Who should Vancouver pick after dropping to No. 3?Check out the remaining 6 pick... more

Welcome to Top Shelf!On the latest episode of Top Shelf, the guys discuss the NHL's much-maligned divisional playoff format before diving into the Minnesota-Dallas first-round series. Are people overreacting to the format? Can the Wild take advantage... more

Welcome to Top Shelf!On the latest episode of Top Shelf, the guys discuss the rise of Tage Thompson and revisit the trade that brought him to Buffalo in exchange for Ryan O'Reilly. In retrospect, who won the deal?Hosted by: Levi Smith (@LeviSmithh | ... more

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Levi Smith
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4.6 out of 5 stars from 21 ratings
  • Great Hockey Content!

    This podcast is a must listen for all hockey fans. Always great content, you can tell these guys live and breathe the game and genuinely love it. They bring the perfect mix between hockey fandom, hockey media and depth of knowledge of the game. They touch on all the big storylines but with a very relatable and hardcore fan feel to it.

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    Canadaa year ago

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Guests and topics are consistently relevant to current NHL discourse.

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Talking Points

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Are We In For An Underwhelming NHL Trade Deadline?
Q: What does the situation with the Maple Leafs look like before the deadline?
The Leafs will likely make three trades to address forward depth and other needs.
Are We In For An Underwhelming NHL Trade Deadline?
Q: What do you think about the trade deadline this year compared to others?
There's been less quantity, but the quality has been there.
Are We In For An Underwhelming NHL Trade Deadline?
Q: If you were Victor Arvidsson or Jeff Skinner, would you waive your no-trade protection to go to a non-playoff team?
No, those players don't owe it to the Oilers anything, especially after joining recently.
NHL Playoffs Round 1 Check-In! + Can the Refs Just Drop the Damn Puck?
Q: What do you think went wrong for the Lightning here against the Panthers?
The Lightning's power play was a big issue going 0 for 15 in the series, and they were outperformed by the Panthers' depth, especially their third line.
NHL Playoffs Round 1 Check-In! + Can the Refs Just Drop the Damn Puck?
Q: Do you think Winnipeg can make any type of run after this series or even win this series if Hellebuck keeps playing this poor?
You're not gonna get any kind of long run if you're getting goaltending that is like 840. It's currently 820, something like that. They need him at least at an 880 to go on a run.

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This show focuses on hockey with a weekly, opinionated deep dive into the NHL, league happenings, and notable events in international play. Episodes mix in-depth game analysis, roster considerations, trade talk, and lighthearted features like awards and trivia, often centering on team performance, star players, and coaching decisions. A standout trait is the blend of passionate fandom with informed critique, plus recurring segments that spark lively debates and playful content that keeps the conversation energetic for hockey enthusiasts and industry listeners alike.

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