Only three franchises in NHL history have earned the "dynasty" title with three straight Stanley Cups titles. Next season, the Florida Panthers will have the opportunity to join the Maple Leafs, Canadiens and Islanders in that elite group after a near-perfect 5-1 win over the Edmonton Oilers in Game 6.

Vic and Neil give their soup-to-nuts breakdown and opinion then look forward to what comes next for a Panther team with a focus on history and an Oiler squad still seeking answers to take the final step.

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The eye of the hockey world remain on the Panthers and Oilers as the Stanley Cup Final winds down. However, for 30 other clubs, the preparation for the 2025-26 season is well under way. One of those teams appearing to be on the rise is the Anaheim Ducks. General manager Pat Verbeek with join Neil and Vic to talk about a team with an intriguing mix of youth and veteran leadership and a new voice behind the bench.

Needless to say, the hosts will focus on Game 6 as the Panthers look to lock down consecutive championships and they'll add some league news as well.

The Human Side of the Story focuses on our guest but also addresses the path a former player needs to take in order to assume the role as GM.

IN THIS EPISODE:

[02:40] - Three Things You Need to Pay Attention To puts the spotlight on the Florida Panthers as they look to repeat as Stanley Cup champions. Meanwhile, the Edmonton Oilers need to rectify a couple of areas in order to force a seventh game.

[10:11] - Before there was Brad Marchand, there was Pat Verbeek. As Neil opens the discussion, the similarities can't be mistaken.

[11:04] - The growth of the Ducks during 2024-25 saw them improve by 21 points over the season before. Still, Verbeek shares why a coaching change was made from Greg Cronin to one second on the all time wins list. A change which should bring more positive results from the Ducks younger players.

[13:51] - Whether Verbeek's past relationship with Joel Quenneville played a role in being selected as the Ducks new head coach.

[16:13] - While Quenneville was available, Verbeek addresses making the hire only after a thorough vetting process and ownership approval following an incident with the Blackhawks in 2010.

[19:35] - Quenneville's reputation with players around the league is expected to be a significant benefit to a Ducks team mixed with youth and veteran leadership.

[20:13] - With the acquisition of Chris Kreider, there are now four former Rangers in the Anaheim lineup.

[21:29] - Verbeek discusses the adaptation time for Trouba upon his arrival in Anaheim and the ability for him to simply come in and play without having to be a captain.

[24:15] - Is the change in Trevor Zegras play sustainable in 2025-26?

[26:22] - The Ducks have over $32 million in cap space. While no specifics to be shared, there is clearly an opportunity for Verbeek to upgrade his team further.

[28:15] - The qualities the Oilers and Panthers have which Verbeek would like to see within his own team.

[29:13] - Neil and Pat do some final reminiscing.

[36:46] - Vic and Neil preview Game 6 of the Final

[42:24] - Other NHL news

[45:37] - The Human SIde of the Story looks back at the career of Pat Verbeek and also does a deeper dive into the work needed to be put in by a former player aspiring to be a GM.

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In 2024, the Panthers led the Stanley Cup Final 3-games-to-2 with pressure headed back to Edmonton against an Oiler team bent on continuing an historic comeback.

This time around, they head home with a chance to repeat after a commanding 5-2 win at Rogers Place led by a 37-year-old unrestricted free agent whose value is actually increasing.

Vic and Neil hit the key points, including the Oilers decision to start Calvin Pickard in goal plus the apparent lethargy for the home team after a quick turnaround between Games 4 and 5.

This Day in Stanley Cup History takes a look back at two original six teams clinching their most recent Stanley Cup titles.

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Once a winner is determined Saturday, the Florida Panthers will be within a win of a repeat or the Edmonton Oilers will move to within a victory of being the first Canadian team to win the Stanley Cup in 32 years.

Vic and Neil cover all of the angles from goaltending to special teams as many of the points made in the Final Preview are playing our through the first four games of this series.

The Maple Leafs headline the news with two significant parts of the organization departing...one via free agency on July 1 and the other at the end of the 2025-26 season.

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For the third time in four games, high drama captures the Stanley Cup Final. For the second time, it's Leon Draisaitl delivering in OT for the Oilers as the series becomes a best-of-three on a night where the Panthers appeared primed to go up 3-1.

Vic and Neil break it down as the teams head back to Edmonton with the burning question of who starts in the Oilers net?

In league news, the final three NHL awards - the Hart, Vezina and Lady Byng - were handed out and a rumored trade between the Rangers and Ducks has been finalized.

In This Day in Stanley Cup History, a dramatic double overtime Cup Clincher and the all-time winningest coach goes out a champion.

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Known more as a long-time analyst for the Vancouver Canucks, John Garrett's career as a professional goaltender was a modest one played out over 12 seasons, 6 teams and two leagues.

As often happens, however, hockey has an odd way of connecting individuals. One previously existed between "Cheech," as Garrett is known and Mr. Hockey, Gordie Howe, going back to their days in the World Hockey Association.

Now, after more than 45 years, there's a second connection - one Garrett will enjoy far more than the first...

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Not only was Game 3 a rout, but it was also a classic of example of the Florida Panthers being to exercise their style of play in a way which trapped the Edmonton Oilers into a space they didn't want to be in.

With Game 4 on tap Thursday, it's no secret the Panthers will want a repeat and won't be changing a thing while the Oilers look for the heavy pushback with both poise and discipline.

News items include the announcement of the Norris Trophy winner and the increasing possibility of the longest tenured New York Ranger being on the move. This Day in Stanley Cup History goes back 13 years when the Kings became Kings for the first time.

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Game 3 started ugly and it only got worse for the Edmonton Oilers as the Florida Panthers had their way in moving to within two wins of consecutive Stanley Cups.

Oilers/Sportsnet's play-by-play voice Jack Michael's visit with Neil and Vic to look at where it went wrong and what McDavid and Co. need to do to get the series back on the rails.

Afterwards, we touch on a notable retirement and The Human Side of the Story focuses on a correction made by the NHL...over 45 years after the fact.

IN THIS EPISODE:

[01:21] - Three Things You Need to Pay Attention To looks at the key factors in the Oilers unravelling in Game 3 against the Panthers.

[06:44] - Jack Michaels joins Neil and Vic for some lighthanded banter before delving into Game 3.

[09:02] - Jack dives right in assessing the Oilers night was dreary from the opening minute.

[10:50] - Vic and Jack get into further discussion about the number of power plays and, more specifically, how and where the penalties leading up to the advantages took place. Also discussion on the importance of having to play five-on-five as well as forward depth.

[14:01] - Edmonton falling into the trap of being pulled into the muck by the Panthers "sandpaper" guys and getting into a game which works against their strengths.

[16:09] - The Loss of Zach Hyman to the Oilers lineup and whether the team has the depth to withstand his absence. Michaels also adds the significance of Hyman as a "glue" guy in the locker room.

[21:28] - Edmonton goaltending moves back into the spotlight with Stuart Skinner lifted for Calvin Pickard after the fifth Panthers goal.

[27:03] - The effect of the extra day off in the Final for the Oilers.

[30:06] - The cautionary word that one large margin victory doesn't ensure that team goes on to win a series.

[32:39] - Jack shares what to expect from the Oilers in Game 4 to avoid going into a 3-1 hole.

[42:03] - News from around the hockey world with the Calder Trophy being awarded and a retirement announcement.

[46:30] - The Human SIde of Story. After 16,494 days, the NHL adds an assist on a goal of significance.

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