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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, presented by Molson!On this week's episode of Top Shelf, the guys preview the Olympic men's hockey tournament with a fun fill-in-the-blank exercise. What's Canada's No. 1 weakness? What must go right for Team USA? Who's the dark... more

Welcome to Top Shelf, presented by Molson!On this week's episode of Top Shelf, the guys preview the Olympic men's hockey tournament with a fun fill-in-the-blank exercise. What's Canada's No. 1 weakness? What must go right for Team USA? Who's the dark... more

Former NHLer turned broadcaster P.K. Subban joins the panel for a special episode of Top Shelf. Hosts Levi Smith and John Matisz chat with Subban about the CBC documentary "RIVALS: The 4 Nations Face-Off," Canada's chances at the 2026 Olympics, the r... more

Welcome to Top Shelf, presented by Enterprise!On this week's episode of Top Shelf, the guys reflect on the 2025-26 NHL season with a superlative "Enter-Prizes" awards show ahead of the Olympic break. Who's most likely to partake in the next goalie fi... more

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P.K. Subban
Former NHL player and executive producer of RIVALS, 4 Nations Face-Off
RIVALS, CBC
Episode: P.K. Subban Talks Olympics, Macklin Celebrini, Best and Worst Trash-Talkers

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Levi Smith
Host of Top Shelf
Kyle Cushman
Co-host of Top Shelf presented by Enterprise
Josh Wegman
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4.8 out of 5 stars from 18 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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Listeners appreciate the depth of knowledge and camaraderie among the hosts, enhancing engagement with the topics discussed.
The content is noted for its perfect mix of analytical depth and relatable humor, appealing to both hardcore sports fans and casual listeners.
Feedback highlights the hosts' genuine passion for hockey, reflecting in their entertaining discussions and player analyses.

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#73
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#102
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#94
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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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Weekly discussions focus on the hottest topics in hockey, particularly related to the NHL, along with whimsical takes on various league events. The hosts cover current player performances, team dynamics, and analyze strategic moves such as potential trades or coaching decisions. Episodes often feature engaging discussions around hockey trivia, awards, and predictions for upcoming tournaments and seasons, making it both informative and entertaining. This show uniquely blends serious analysis with a lighthearted banter among the hosts, appealing to hardcore fans as well as casual viewers.

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Top Shelf launched a year ago and published 56 episodes to date. You can find more information about this podcast including rankings, audience demographics and engagement in our podcast database.

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