Matt Marchese and Mike Futa begin The FAN Hockey Show with Billy Jaffe of the NHL Network, discussing the struggling Boston Bruins, Brad Marchand's future with the organization, if this season will be remembered as a down year, Charlie McAvoy’s return to the lineup and look ahead to their upcoming road stretch before the 4 Nations tournament. Later, they tackle Matt and Mike's Mail Bag segment (19:43), which concludes with Miro Heiskanen being ruled out week-to-week (49:37).

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Matt Marchese and Mike Futa drop the puck on this episode of The FAN Hockey Show talking with Sportsnet's Elliotte Friedman. They start on the Maple Leafs' page following a 3-1 loss to the Minnesota Wild and chat about the roster's lack of bite, before looking into Brandon Saad's market and the teams that make sense ahead of the trade deadline. Later, Friedge details some players in Seattle who may be on the move and the trajectory for the Kraken beyond this season. The trio also take time to examine Jim Rutherford's comments about the rift between J.T. Miller and Elias Pettersson and how the Canucks will approach the remainder of the year.

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Matt Marchese and Mike Futa welcome in Sportsnet's David Amber to praise the Washington Capitals for how they've managed their new additions this season. The trio chat the best replacement for Alex Pietrangelo on Canada's 4 Nation's team, Drew Doughty's return to the Kings lineup against Florida, the importance of Vancouver involving Quinn Hughes in any decision-making, and trying to figure out the New York Rangers. Matt and Mike (34:19) then decide which NHL team's have yet to prove their true identity this season. After, Anna Dua (49:46) joins to discuss all topics surrounding the NHL trade deadline. Later, the New York Post's Mollie Walker (1:16:17) weighs in on the Rangers’ interest in adding long-term options, a possible J.T. Miller reunion in the Big Apple, K'Andre Miller finding a perfect defensive partner, and Matt Rempe getting his footing in the league.

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Matt Marchese and Mike Futa kick things off with thoughts on Lou Lamoriello's "no facial hair rule" with the New York Islanders, and how his team's recent acquisitions affect the remainder of their season. Then, NHL Network's Mike Kelly (15:41) gives his opinion on the Mikko Rantanen trade to Carolina, and how it sets the market for Mitch Marner's next contract. The trio discuss which team's fill the two Eastern Conference wild card spots, the strong play of the Columbus Blue Jackets, Logan Thompson's dominance, and how the Minnesota Wild stay afloat without Kirill Kaprizov. After, Sportsnet's Gene Principe (51:00) dissects the exciting product the Edmonton Oilers put out on a nightly basis, Connor McDavid's return, and the team's preparation for another playoff run.

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Matt Marchese and Mike Futa welcome Elliotte Friedman from 32 Thoughts to discuss Jim Rutherford's remarks on the JT Miller and Elias Pettersson Canucks drama, the possibility of a JT Miller trade with the Buffalo Sabres, and the news that Kirill Kaprizov will be sidelined for a month. Later, they examine Logan Thompson's extension with the Washington Capitals and what it means for Charlie Lindgren. Finally, they wrap up on the state of the New York Islanders under Lou Lamoriello.

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The FAN Hockey Show begins with a recap of 'The Futa Five' by Matt Marchese and Mike Futa. Then they welcome Cory Lavalette (16:09) to talk about the blockbuster trade, the Hurricanes' next move, and Taylor Hall's fit with the team. Later, Corey Masisak (35:31) joins the show to discuss Rantanen's disconnect with the Colorado Avalanche, the Avs' outlook without the forward, and whether Martin Necas will have the same impact. Finally, the guys react to Scott Perunovich being dealt to the New York Islanders and preview tonight’s slate of games (1:00:54).

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Matt Marchese and Mike Futa welcome Elliotte Friedman from 32 Thoughts to discuss Mikko Rantanen's trade to the Carolina Hurricanes, the circumstances surrounding the transaction, and how Rantanen affects both the Colorado Avalanche and the Hurricanes. Later, they discuss the possible increase in the salary cap, Rantanen’s long-term future with Carolina and past blockbuster trades. Finally, they wrap up with the news of Alex Pietrangelo withdrawing from the 4 Nations tournament.

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Matt Marchese and Mike Futa begin The FAN Hockey Show with 'The Futa Five', a hotly discussed subject over whether hockey players have their stick knobs up or blades up on the bench. Later, Sportsnet's Jason Bukala (16:34) joins the show to talk about the Vancouver Canucks' bad vibes, if they have lost their identity, the Calgary Flames' deadline approach, and the state of the Edmonton Oilers. Finally, they conclude the episode by discussing how the Winnipeg Jets and Toronto Maple Leafs should approach the deadline (48:14).

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