CanesCast

Episode 315: Magic Bus(si)

03 Dec 2025

Contributed by Lukas

Brandon Bussi is 7-1 through his first eight NHL starts. How? Why? The fellas discuss. Plus, they look at the start of Seth Jarvis' season and ans...

Episode 314: Sharp Creases

14 Nov 2025

Contributed by Lukas

Canes Goalie Coach Paul Schonfelder joins Shane and Mike to talk about managing three goalies and their minutes, identifying a player that can help th...

Episode 313: Keeping The Beat

07 Nov 2025

Contributed by Lukas

How are the Canes continuing to stack wins with all of the injuries they have? Mike and Shane discuss, talk about the start to the season for a few i...

Episode 312: Go Fish

29 Oct 2025

Contributed by Lukas

The guys cover Sebastian Aho’s start to the season, Seth Jarvis' goal-scoring barrage, and more. Plus, the injury bug is biting early, but is there...

Episode 311: Season's Greetings

08 Oct 2025

Contributed by Lukas

Opening Night is here! Shane and Mike reflect on the moves the Canes have made and look ahead to what the season holds for them. Plus, they look aro...

Episode 310: What To Watch

01 Oct 2025

Contributed by Lukas

Shane and Mike look ahead to the start of the regular season and look back on what has stood out in the preseason. Plus, Canes Head Strength & Conditi...

Episode 309: Analyze This

17 Sep 2025

Contributed by Lukas

Canes GM Eric Tulsky joins Shane and Mike to give his thoughts on what he’s looking for in training camp, how there is really no more off-season whe...

Episode 308: Summer Winds

16 Jul 2025

Contributed by Lukas

Now that the dust has settled, what impact will Nikolaj Ehlers and K'Andre Miller have on the Canes? Shane and Mike discuss that and go over some oth...

Episode 307: Natural Selections

25 Jun 2025

Contributed by Lukas

Shane and Mike go over the draft process and what to expect from the Canes this weekend. Does the draft change this year with teams selecting from off...

Episode 306: What Was & What Shall Be

11 Jun 2025

Contributed by Lukas

Shane and Mike look back on the Canes' playoff run. What can be taken out of this season, and what is ahead in the off-season? The fellas also take a ...

Episode 305: The Road Continues...

21 May 2025

Contributed by Lukas

Game 1 of the Eastern Conference Final didn't go the way of the Canes. Now what? The guys also look back on Round 2 and explain why winning is never...

Episode 304: Big Steps

01 May 2025

Contributed by Lukas

The Canes are moving on to the second round! Andrei Svechnikov and the defense are rolling.  What did the Canes do right, and what will they have to ...

Episode 303: Forces Of Good

23 Apr 2025

Contributed by Lukas

The Canes are up 2-0 in their first-round series against the Devils! What's working? What has Shane noticed about the offense? What changes now tha...

Episode 302: And Now Comes The Fun Part...

18 Apr 2025

Contributed by Lukas

The regular season is over. What were the biggest takeaways from Game #1 to Game #82? Now, the Canes get set to face the Devils. Which team checks t...

Episode 301: Hits of the 70's

01 Apr 2025

Contributed by Lukas

Taylor Hall and Mark Jankowski have Canes fans loving the '70s lately. Can they keep up their spectacular production? Plus, what makes Sebastian Aho...

Episode 300: Peak Performance

27 Mar 2025

Contributed by Lukas

The Canes are 9-2 in their last 11 games. What have they done well? The guys look back on that and discuss what it is about the Canes' style of play...

Episode 299: Something New

13 Mar 2025

Contributed by Lukas

The trade deadline has finally come and gone. Shane and Mike go over what happened and how the new guys are fitting in so far. Plus, with a month to...

Episode 298: Deadlines

05 Mar 2025

Contributed by Lukas

Shane and Mike chat about the upcoming trade deadline and why this is a tough week for everyone involved. The two also take one final look back at th...

Episode 297: A Moose & An MVP Walk Into A Locker Room...

29 Jan 2025

Contributed by Lukas

Mikko Rantanen and Taylor Hall? Carolina Hurricanes? You bet. Shane and Mike discuss the trade, the impact it has on the team, and the league. The...

Episode 296: Moments, Milestones and the Midway

16 Jan 2025

Contributed by Lukas

Shane and Mike take one final look back on Eric Staal's Hall of Fame Weekend and the first half of the season. In addition to those items, they discu...

Episode 295: 12's Going To The Rafters

08 Jan 2025

Contributed by Lukas

As the Canes get set to celebrate Eric Staal this weekend, Shane and Mike take a look back on his career and his impact on the organization. Plus, th...

Episode 294: Santa's Mailbag

18 Dec 2024

Contributed by Lukas

The final CanesCast of 2024 is all about you and your questions! Shane and Mike answer as many as they can and discuss the team's latest stretch of p...

Episode 293: Can't Spell Canes Without...

02 Dec 2024

Contributed by Lukas

Just a day after Martin Necas was named the NHL's First Star of the Month, the guys go over his start to the year, why his success has happened, and w...

Episode 292: Rising Stars

06 Nov 2024

Contributed by Lukas

The Canes (and Martin Necas) are off to a great start this season. Why? And why is it not a surprise? With the hot start, how much more important d...

Episode 291: Back Home!

01 Nov 2024

Contributed by Lukas

Following up a 5-1 road trip with an 8-2 win at Lenovo Center? That's a heck of a way to end October. The guys review what's stood out and explain w...

Episode 290: The Long and Winding Road

16 Oct 2024

Contributed by Lukas

We're two games into the Canes' regular season. What have we learned? The guys answer that, chat about Jackson Blake, the upcoming State Fair Road T...

Episode 289: For Real

08 Oct 2024

Contributed by Lukas

The regular season opens Friday and Shane and Mike have a look at the Canes roster. What and who stood out during training camp and the pre-season? Pl...

Episode 288: What Have We Learned?

01 Oct 2024

Contributed by Lukas

The Canes have played three preseason games, what can be gleaned from the performances so far? Shane dives into what’s the hardest part of camp when...

Episode 287: We Know What The Canes Did This Summer

24 Sep 2024

Contributed by Lukas

Shane and Mike are back! The guys discuss the offseason that was and chat about what the expectations should be going into the upcoming season.

Episode 286: Are You Ready For The Summer?

30 May 2024

Contributed by Lukas

Shane and Mike put a bow on the season by looking back on the playoff run, discussing Rod Brind'Amour's new contract extension, and the recent changes...

Episode 285: Harness The Good, Block Out The Bad

15 May 2024

Contributed by Lukas

The Canes were down 3-0 in the second round, but now have momentum on their side. How did we get there? Shane and Mike get into why it shouldn't be ...

Episode 284: Something Yogi Berra Said...

08 May 2024

Contributed by Lukas

After two games in the second round, the Canes have some work to do. Shane and Mike go over what's been good, what's not been good, and why it takes ...

Episode 283: Manhattan Project

02 May 2024

Contributed by Lukas

Shane and Mike recap the series victory over the Islanders, look ahead to Round 2, what needs to happen, what advantages there are, and what kind of e...

Episode 282: Comeback Sauce

24 Apr 2024

Contributed by Lukas

The Canes have a 2-0 series lead over the Islanders. Shane and Mike discuss what a comeback win can do for a team in a seven-game series and they ans...

Episode 281: And Now This...

18 Apr 2024

Contributed by Lukas

A first-round matchup against the Islanders awaits. Who and what will be the keys? Shane and Mike discuss, and also look back on the 82 games that w...

Episode 280: What Goes Around Comes Back Around

10 Apr 2024

Contributed by Lukas

Another Svechnikov lacrosse goal? Another Svechnikov lacrosse goal. That, plus a discussion of Seth Jarvis reaching the 30-goal mark as Scott Burnsi...

Episode 279: Peak Performance

02 Apr 2024

Contributed by Lukas

Are the Canes at their best as they close in on the playoffs? The fellas try and answer that, plus elaborate on how hard it is to make the postseason...

Episode 278: Single Digits

27 Mar 2024

Contributed by Lukas

We're in the final stretch of the regular season. How do the analytics say a team played well, but the team still lost? Plus, a reminder that the pe...

Episode 277: Immediate Returns

13 Mar 2024

Contributed by Lukas

Shane and Mike discuss the trade deadline and what the Canes did with it now that it's come and gone. Plus, the two chew over the importance of home ...

Episode 276: Chemistry Test

07 Mar 2024

Contributed by Lukas

Friday's 3 p.m. ET trade deadline is rapidly approaching. Shane and Mike go over what the next few days are like for both players and teams and how a...

Episode 275: Spencer For Hire

20 Feb 2024

Contributed by Lukas

The Canes are on a heck of a run as of late. Spencer Martin has made a significant impact since joining the club, but what does that mean for the goa...

Episode 274: Dashing To The Finish Line

07 Feb 2024

Contributed by Lukas

The All-Star break is in the rear-view and now the sprint to the end of the regular season is underway. The Canes are going to need everybody, so how...

Episode 273: Mother's Days

26 Jan 2024

Contributed by Lukas

The Canes Moms got to witness their boys pick up two important wins over the last two days. Shane and Mike discuss the importance of an in-season eve...

Episode 272: Halfway There

18 Jan 2024

Contributed by Lukas

The Canes have passed the midway point of the regular season. How do the guys stay ready for the grind of all 82 games? How will they stay sharp thr...

Episode 271: Home Show

10 Jan 2024

Contributed by Lukas

The Canes are finally home for a while after spending the majority of the start of their season on the road. How beneficial is that and what's allowe...

Episode 270: Holiday Specials

03 Jan 2024

Contributed by Lukas

Why are the special teams red-hot all of a sudden? Can Sebastian Aho and Andrei Svechnikov keep this current pace going? Shane and Mike answer those...

Episode 269: Not So Naughty & Kinda Nice

20 Dec 2023

Contributed by Lukas

Fresh off of a complete win over Vegas, the Canes have points in five straight games. What's been working? What's going on when things look like the...

Episode 268: No Jive Turkeys

21 Nov 2023

Contributed by Lukas

There have been challenges for the Canes to start the season, but what's been going right? Shane and Mike discuss that as well as assess if there are...

Episode 267: About Last Night

16 Nov 2023

Contributed by Lukas

The Canes are 9-7 through 16 games. Why? Shane and Mike break down Wednesday's loss to Philadelphia, respond to your panic-filled questions, and ask...

Episode 266: Bonus Hockey

08 Nov 2023

Contributed by Lukas

Why have the Canes been so good in overtime? What is it that makes Sebastian Aho and Martin Necas so dynamic during three-on-three play? The guys an...

Episode 265: Nothing To Be Scared About

31 Oct 2023

Contributed by Lukas

The Canes are winners of three in a row! Shane and Mike discuss, as well as how the return of Andrei Svechnikov has played a role in that. Plus, the...

Episode 264: The Long & Short of the Road

25 Oct 2023

Contributed by Lukas

Mike is finally back in Raleigh and there's lots to discuss. He and Shane chat about the start to the team's season, Justin Williams being this year'...

Episode 263: Here We Go Again

10 Oct 2023

Contributed by Lukas

Hanna Yates joins Shane and Mike as the trio gets you set for Opening Night! In addition to the season ahead, they discuss what really goes on behind...

Episode 262: Fantasy & Reality

04 Oct 2023

Contributed by Lukas

The preseason is just about over, what have we learned? Shane and Mike answer that, plus delve into specifics about the power play. Why doesn't the ...

Episode 261: Coming Attractions

29 Sep 2023

Contributed by Lukas

Should Jordan Staal get more consideration for the Selke Trophy? Shane and Mike discuss and also dive into preseason thus far, including the special ...

Episode 260: Camping Tales

22 Sep 2023

Contributed by Lukas

Shane and Mike are back to discuss the first few days or training camp! The fellas chat about the differences between young players and established p...

Episode 259: Metro, Rules!

06 Sep 2023

Contributed by Lukas

The guys examine the offseason of the other teams in the Metropolitan Division, and what that means for the Canes. On top of that, they open the rule...

Episode 258: How To Beat The Heat

30 Aug 2023

Contributed by Lukas

Shane and Mike go over the Canes' offseason moves, discuss the mindset of the new players coming into town, and elaborate on why the team's system wil...

Episode 257: A Good Bet

10 Aug 2023

Contributed by Lukas

Head Strength and Conditioning Coach Bill Burniston joins the guys to talk about the offseason and how players are preparing for the year ahead. The ...

Episode 256: Fish Market

28 Jul 2023

Contributed by Lukas

Shane and Mike talk about the value of Sebastian Aho, his new deal, and what it means for the Hurricanes. Plus, the guys talk about the return of Ton...

Episode 255: Adding Some Spice

07 Jul 2023

Contributed by Lukas

The Canes landed Dmitry Orlov and Michael Bunting on the first day of free agency. How do they fit? What are they bringing to the team? The guys al...

Episode 254: Hitting The Bullseye

30 Jun 2023

Contributed by Lukas

From the Jordan Staal signing to the draft to free agency, the fellas cover it all in this week's episode!

Episode 253: Scouting The Future

14 Jun 2023

Contributed by Lukas

Assistant General Manager Darren Yorke joins the program ahead of this month's NHL Draft! The guys talk about the process of the event, discuss prosp...

Episode 252: Sometimes You Win... Sometimes You...

01 Jun 2023

Contributed by Lukas

Scott Burnside joins Mike and Shane as the trio wraps up the playoff and the Canes' 2022-23 season as a whole. After dissecting what transpired in th...

Episode 251: It's A Southern Hockey Thing

17 May 2023

Contributed by Lukas

Shane and Mike preview the Eastern Conference Final, explain why the Canes' calm demeanor will serve them well against the Panthers, and why the long ...

Episode 250: Beating The Devil(s)

10 May 2023

Contributed by Lukas

Second-round series talk? You got it. From Jordan Martinook’s MVP turn to the goaltending and why the national coverage of the Canes is what it is....

Episode 249: Devil of a Time

03 May 2023

Contributed by Lukas

The guys recap the series win that was over the New York Islanders, and look ahead to what should be a fast-paced matchup against the New Jersey Devil...

Episode 248: This Is The Playoffs

26 Apr 2023

Contributed by Lukas

Nothing comes easy this time of year. Shane and Mike discuss the first five games of the series between the Canes and Islanders so far, plus, what it...

Episode 247: A Fast Podcast

20 Apr 2023

Contributed by Lukas

Shane and Mike discuss the first two games of the Canes' series with the Islanders. What is the proper response when a team starts shenanigans and wha...

Episode 246: Now The Fun Begins

14 Apr 2023

Contributed by Lukas

Shane and Mike take a look back on the 82-game regular season that was. Who was the MVP in their eyes? Then, they look ahead to Round One against th...

Episode 245: Ahead By A Century

24 Mar 2023

Contributed by Lukas

Shane and Mike talk with Scott Burnside about the Canes reaching the 100-point mark again and clinching a fifth straight playoff appearance. The crew...

Episode 244: Teachable Moments

15 Mar 2023

Contributed by Lukas

Hurricanes Assistant Coach Jeff Daniels joins the show to talk about helping new players learn the systems in-season and the big changes in the NHL ov...

Episode 243: A Ghost Sighting

09 Mar 2023

Contributed by Lukas

Shane and Mike go over the trade deadline with Scott Burnside. Who improved the most? Can you make too many moves? When can you really determine wh...

Episode 242: The Great Outdoors

23 Feb 2023

Contributed by Lukas

Shane, Mike and Scott Burnside look back on the Stadium Series weekend for the Canes. From the game to how Raleigh showed out and what that effort ca...

Episode 241: A Hall of Fame Week

15 Feb 2023

Contributed by Lukas

It's a massive seven-day stretch in Canes land, including Cam Ward being inducted into the team's Hall of Fame on Thursday. Plus, Steve Mayer, Chief ...

Episode 240: It's All Fun & Games (In Reality)

08 Feb 2023

Contributed by Lukas

Shane and Mike discuss Andrei Svechnikov's All-Star weekend, plus encourage you to not worry about the Canes' roster and the upcoming trade deadline j...

Episode 239: Rules, Regulations, Rod

30 Jan 2023

Contributed by Lukas

Rod Brind'Amour joins the show to offer his thoughts on how the NHL can improve, plus helping officials and the flow of the game. Beyond that, the cr...

Episode 238: In-Person Overtime

19 Jan 2023

Contributed by Lukas

Scott Burnside is in-studio this week and the fellas have a lot to break down. The crew gets into the reassignment of Pyotr Kochetkov, the trades tha...

Episode 237: Keep It Consistent

11 Jan 2023

Contributed by Lukas

Scott Burnside joins Shane and Mike and they go over the Canes play as of late. Why is no lead in the NHL safe anymore? The trio also discusses the ...

Episode 236: 67!

06 Jan 2023

Contributed by Lukas

Max Pacioretty's much-anticipated debut has finally come and gone, and the guys dissect the 67-shot performance against Nashville. They also get into...

Episode 235: Coming Into The New Year Hot

30 Dec 2022

Contributed by Lukas

Mike and Shane are back for the final episode of 2022! With points in 15 consecutive games, the guys go over what's gone right, who has caught there ...

Episode 234: Home For The Holidays

16 Dec 2022

Contributed by Lukas

Shane and Mike talk about the reasons for the Canes consistency on the road, how being home can really help players deal with the grind of the schedul...

Episode 233: Wherever The Road Takes You

08 Dec 2022

Contributed by Lukas

Scott Burnside joins Shane and Mike as the Canes arrive at the 33% mark of their regular season schedule. The trio discuss Pyotr Kocetkov, the goalte...

Episode 232: Andrei & Pyotr & Jordan & Jordan

16 Nov 2022

Contributed by Lukas

Shane and Mike talk about how good Jordan Staal's line has been, whether they think Andrei Svechnikov can keep up his goal scoring, Pyotr The Great an...

Episode 231: History Has Shown

10 Nov 2022

Contributed by Lukas

The Canes are officially 13 games into the 2022-23 regular season. Mike and Shane talk scoring chances, offer their thoughts on any concerns they hav...

Episode 230: Good Beginnings

02 Nov 2022

Contributed by Lukas

The Canes are 6-2-1 through the first calendar month of the 2022-23 regular season. Mike, Shane and Scott Burnside reflect on the start thus far, inc...

Episode 229: The Puck Stops Here

28 Oct 2022

Contributed by Lukas

After 13 days out west, the fellas are back! Mike and Shane recap the lengthy stay away and then they're joined by Goaltending Coach Paul Schonfelder...

Episode 228: Grand Opening

11 Oct 2022

Contributed by Lukas

Assistant Coach Tim Gleason joins the show to talk about the team's expectations for the upcoming year and what he's looking for from the blue line. ...

Episode 227: We're Keeping A Lot

06 Oct 2022

Contributed by Lukas

Preseason play is over and done with! Mike and Shane look back on the team's 4-1 exhibition slate, offer their thoughts on what stood out to them and...

Episode 226: Off and Running

28 Sep 2022

Contributed by Lukas

After several days of practices in Training Camp, preseason action is finally here. Mike and Shane discuss the performances of newcomers Dylan Coghla...

Episode 225: Yahtzee

21 Sep 2022

Contributed by Lukas

Training Camp is officially here! Mike and Shane share their excitement about the upcoming campaign and they introduce you to the newest member of th...

Episode 224: Brocked In

14 Sep 2022

Contributed by Lukas

The new head coach of the Chicago Wolves, Brock Sheahan, joins the show! Mike and Shane get to know him ahead of his first season leading the Canes A...

Episode 223: Ranked & Refiled

07 Sep 2022

Contributed by Lukas

It appears to be rankings season around the NHL. Mike and Shane present their cases on why they agree or disagree with where certain Canes players ha...

Episode 222: Welcoming The Burn

30 Aug 2022

Contributed by Lukas

The Prospects Tournament and Training Camp are just around the corner, which means it is time for the guys to take one final look back on the offseaso...

Episode 221: Reading Between The Lines

24 Aug 2022

Contributed by Lukas

Max Pacioretty's unfortunate injury, the signing of Paul Stastny, a new head coach in Chicago (AHL) - there's no shortage of things for the fellas to ...

Episode 220: Summer School

09 Aug 2022

Contributed by Lukas

The offseason is all about getting better, for players at any level. In this week's episode, Mike and Shane talk about what it takes to develop as a ...

Episode 219: Offseason Blueprints

29 Jul 2022

Contributed by Lukas

Ethan Bear is officially re-signed and the Canes have bolstered their depth once again with the signings of Ryan Dzingel, William Lagesson and Stelio ...

Episode 218: Trading Frenzy

15 Jul 2022

Contributed by Lukas

Brent Burns and Max Pacioretty are Carolina Hurricanes! Mike and Shane break down a wild last week in Canes land, which included the draft, Developme...

Episode 217: Fit Us Into Your Schedule

07 Jul 2022

Contributed by Lukas

It's already been a busy week for the NHL, with the regular season schedule being released and the draft taking place Thursday and Friday in Montreal....

Episode 216: Waiting For A Call

01 Jul 2022

Contributed by Lukas

Rod Brind'Amour passed on by the Hockey Hall of Fame again? Mike and Shane offer their thoughts on the situation, discuss the coaching carousel aroun...