CanesCast

Episode 215: This Episode Needs A Title

15 Jun 2022

Contributed by Lukas

The Chicago Wolves are headed to the Calder Cup Finals! Mike and Shane discuss why it really does matter for the future of the Canes and who to keep ...

Episode 214: Whatever Makes You Stronger

08 Jun 2022

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The season is over, now what? Strength & Conditioning Coach Bill Burniston talks nutrition, fitness and summer routines for the team, while also expl...

Episode 213: All Good Things Must Come To An End

02 Jun 2022

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Mike Maniscalco, Shane Willis and Scott Burnside talk about the season coming to an end unfortunately to soon, how and why things went down and what's...

Episode 212: This Seems Familiar

25 May 2022

Contributed by Lukas

The Canes and Rangers are back in Raleigh with the series tied at 2-2. Mike and Shane share their thoughts on the first four games of the series, plu...

Episode 211: Round Two

17 May 2022

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Mike and Shane are BACK! The duo looks back on the seven-game Round One victory over Boston, previews what's to come against New York and is joined b...

Episode 210: As One Race Ends, Another Begins

27 Apr 2022

Contributed by Lukas

A successful five days in New York and New Jersey, the emergence of Pyotr Kochetkov and looking ahead to the Stanley Cup Playoffs. Scott Burnside joi...

Episode 209: Us? Worried?

20 Apr 2022

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Following a two-game trip to Colorado and Arizona, Mike and Shane break down the pair of contests and the aftermath from them. Do the injuries to Jor...

Episode 208: Who's Peaking?

13 Apr 2022

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Is anybody hotter than Jordan Staal? How about the run Seth Jarvis is on? Mike and Shane chat about those questions, as well as the importance of wi...

Episode 207: Drawing The Lines

06 Apr 2022

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Mike and Shane touch on the team's game in Buffalo on Tuesday, discuss the parity of the NHL and also take a look at some of the other big happenings ...

Episode 206: No April Fools

01 Apr 2022

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Mike and Shane cover a lot of ground in this week's episode, talking about everything from the team's focus in the final month of the regular season t...

Episode 205: Dissecting The Deadline

22 Mar 2022

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Mike and Shane are joined by Scott Burnside to break down the 2022 NHL Trade Deadline. They start by covering the move that brought Max Domi to Raleig...

Episode 204: Chemistry Lesson

09 Mar 2022

Contributed by Lukas

Sebastian Aho and Teuvo Teravainen recently made some franchise history, teaming up to contribute points on 172 goals - the most by any duo to ever we...

Episode 203: Burn Notice

23 Feb 2022

Contributed by Lukas

Canes Head Strength & Conditioning Coach Bill Burniston and Special Contributor Scott Burnside both join the program this week, as Mike and Shane talk...

Episode 202: Looking Ahead To The Deadline

16 Feb 2022

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The NHL trade deadline is now just a month away, so Mike Maniscalco and Shane Willis discuss some of the trades that have happened and what could happ...

Episode 201: Stadium Series & The Second Half

08 Feb 2022

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Mike Maniscalco and Shane Willis cover a lot of ground in this week's edition of the show, talking about the announcement of the outdoor game, recappi...

Episode 200: Whalers Night, Burnside & Brass Bonanza

26 Jan 2022

Contributed by Lukas

Mike Maniscalco and Shane Willis are joined by a pair of guests for the 200th edition of the show. First, Hurricanes special contributor Scott Burnsi...

Episode 199: Starting 2022 With Stevie

05 Jan 2022

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The show starts off the new calendar year with a special guest, as Canes forward Steven Lorentz joins the program. Plus, Mike and Shane look back on ...

Episode 198: Wrapping Up The Calendar Year

29 Dec 2021

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Mike Maniscalco and Shane Willis are back for one final time in 2021, discussing the team's recent ten day stretch around the holidays, the fact that ...

Episode 197: Dealing With Adversity

17 Dec 2021

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Mike Maniscalco and Shane Willis are back for another edition of CanesCast, discussing the hectic past few days for the team. The duo starts with the...

Episode 196: The Quarter Mark

02 Dec 2021

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In the latest episode of Canes Cast, Mike and Shane discuss the first quarter of the season, dissect the power play and look at the current state of t...

Episode 195: A Near Perfect Ten

11 Nov 2021

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The Hurricanes are off to a 10-1-0 start, Shane and Mike go over the teams performance in Florida and Tampa. How the OT win against the Lightning says...

Episode 194: Is that a Niner?

05 Nov 2021

Contributed by Lukas

This week on CanesCast, Shane and Mike break down the Canes 9-0-0 start, what to take out of the last two games while looking forward to two big games...

Episode 193: Feel The Burn

27 Oct 2021

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Scott Burnside joins Shane and Mike to discuss the Canes 5-0-0 start, Frederik Andersen settling into Carolina, what lies ahead and national attention...

Episode 192: Settling In

20 Oct 2021

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In this episode, Shane and Mike discuss what they liked from the Hurricanes' 2-0-0 start. Jesperi Kotkaniemi is set to say bonjour to Montréal in his...

Episode 191: The Opener

13 Oct 2021

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Shane and Mike preview the Canes home opener against the New York Islanders. What can you expect from this Carolina team? How does the home team have ...

Episode 190: Come Together

05 Oct 2021

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Shane and Mike take a look at the Canes first two preseason games and discuss standout players and what to watch for in the final two games. With all ...

Episode 189: Packing For Camp

25 Sep 2021

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On the eve of training camp, Shane and Mike go over how the Metro Division stacks up this year, the impact of Tim Gleason moving behind the bench as a...

Episode 188: Camping Tips From An Expert

17 Sep 2021

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Shane and Mike discuss the training camp approach for both rookies and veterans, how to survive the physical testing at camp, what to look for in exhi...

Episode 187: A New Offering

08 Sep 2021

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CanesCast gets a new co-host but a familiar voice in Shane Willis. Shane and Mike Maniscalco discuss the addition of Jesperi Kotkaniemi and how the li...

Episode 186: The Last Podcast

11 Aug 2021

Contributed by Lukas

Gather round for a truly epic podcast production. It's Michael Smith's swan song, as his decade-long tenure with the Canes comes to an end. To celebra...

Episode 185: Free Agent Frenzy

04 Aug 2021

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Everything is happening! Mike and Michael recap a frenzied two weeks, from the Expansion Draft to a record-setting NHL Draft to a roster reconstructio...

Episode 184: Draft Week

21 Jul 2021

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Happy draft week! After the Expansion Draft on Wednesday comes the 2021 NHL Draft on Friday and Saturday. The Canes own the 27th overall selection plu...

Episode 183: A Chat With Eric Tulsky

14 Jul 2021

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Assistant General Manager Eric Tulsky brings his smarts and insights to CanesCast, which immediately boosts the combined IQ of the pod. Tulsky discuss...

Episode 182: Tom Dundon Checks In

07 Jul 2021

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Tom Dundon, now the sole owner of the Carolina Hurricanes, joins the podcast to discuss what he's learned in his first three years with the team, prov...

Episode 181: Award Season

23 Jun 2021

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It's award season for the NHL, and after Rod Brind'Amour won the Jack Adams Award, Jaccob Slavin was named the winner of the Lady Byng Memorial Trophy...

Episode 180: An Award Winner

18 Jun 2021

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June 17 was a pretty good day for Rod Brind'Amour and the Canes, who inked their head coach to a three-year contract extension. Later, Brind'Amour won...

Episode 179: End of the Road

09 Jun 2021

Contributed by Lukas

The Canes were eliminated from the 2021 Stanley Cup Playoffs by the Tampa Bay Lightning. What did we learn from their Second Round match-up against th...

Episode 178: Down, But Not Out

02 Jun 2021

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After eliminating the Predators in a dramatic Game 6 overtime win in Nashville, the Canes now find themselves down 2-0 to the Lightning as the Second ...

Episode 177: Working Overtime

26 May 2021

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After dropping consecutive double overtime games in Nashville, the Canes rebounded with an overtime victory of their own in a pivotal Game 5 in Raleig...

Episode 176: Music to Our Ears

20 May 2021

Contributed by Lukas

In front of two raucous crowds at PNC Arena, the Canes took a 2-0 First Round series lead against the Nashville Predators. Before the series shifts to...

Episode 175: Previewing the Predators

12 May 2021

Contributed by Lukas

The Carolina Hurricanes and Nashville Predators will meet in the first round of the 2021 Stanley Cup Playoffs, and we set the table for the first ever...

Episode 174: Thrill Ride

05 May 2021

Contributed by Lukas

Buckle up because this week's pod is a thrill ride. Shane "Will the Thrill" Willis sits in with Mike and Michael for episode 174 to offer his unique i...

Episode 173: X Marks the Spot

28 Apr 2021

Contributed by Lukas

The Canes earned nine of a possible 12 points on their six-game road trip and also clinched their third consecutive postseason berth. Head coach Rod B...

Episode 172: First Thing's First

21 Apr 2021

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After claiming three of a possible four points, the Canes remain in first place in the Central Division as they head into South Florida for another pa...

Episode 171: Staal in the Family

14 Apr 2021

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Jordan Staal celebrated his 1,000th career game in the NHL on Monday. His dad, Henry, joins the podcast to recount the special night and share some of...

Episode 170: Home Sweet Home

07 Apr 2021

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The Canes are in the midst of their longest homestand of the season, and they're pushing for the top spot in the Central Division. Mike and Michael re...

Episode 169: In Like a Hurricane, Out Like ...

31 Mar 2021

Contributed by Lukas

March came in like a Hurricane and went out like one too, as the Canes stormed through the month with 10 wins in 14 games. Mike and Michael look back ...

Amplifying Black Voices: R. Renee Hess

29 Mar 2021

Contributed by Lukas

R. Renee Hess is the Founder and Executive Director of Black Girl Hockey Club. Hess discusses her first hockey game, the genesis of the Club, the tran...

Episode 168: Silence the Cannon

24 Mar 2021

Contributed by Lukas

After a 3-0 shutout win, the Carolina Hurricanes have the opportunity to take six of eight points in a four-game set against the Columbus Blue Jackets...

Episode 167: Linda Cohn Checks In

17 Mar 2021

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We're excited about the NHL's return to ESPN's family of networks in 2021-22, and Linda Cohn is, too. Cohn, SportsCenter anchor and host of "In the Cr...

Amplifying Black Voices: Mike Whiting

15 Mar 2021

Contributed by Lukas

Mike Whiting is an ambassador for the Carolina Hurricanes. "Big Mike" discusses his introduction to hockey, how he quickly fell in love with the sport...

Episode 166: Star Power

10 Mar 2021

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Martin Necas, the NHL's Third Star of the Week, joins the podcast to discuss his productive week, his NHL 94-inspired celebration and the rising level...

Amplifying Black Voices: Matt Moorefield

08 Mar 2021

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Matt Moorefield is an ice technician for the Carolina Hurricanes. Moorefield recounts working at an ice rink as a teenager before diving into the intr...

Episode 165: Coming Home Happy

03 Mar 2021

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With three straight wins to cap a five-game road trip, the Canes are coming home happy. Perhaps no one is happier, though, than Steven Lorentz, who ne...

Amplifying Black Voices: Nigel Wheeler

01 Mar 2021

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Nigel Wheeler is the General Counsel for the Carolina Hurricanes. Wheeler recounts his winding career path into the sports industry that began in broa...

Episode 164: David Ayres Returns

24 Feb 2021

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One year after that magical night in Toronto, we reconnect with EBUG extraordinaire and Canes legend David Ayres. Ayres updates us on what life has be...

Amplifying Black Voices: Larry Perkins

22 Feb 2021

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Larry Perkins is the Vice President of Guest Relations and an Assistant General Manager for PNC Arena. Perkins chronicles his humble beginnings in rur...

Episode 163: Introducing Cedric Paquette

17 Feb 2021

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After making his debut with the Canes, New Guy Cedric Paquette joins the podcast to discuss his long journey to Raleigh, his role with his new team an...

Episode 162: Brock On

10 Feb 2021

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Brock McGinn, who's riding a three-game goal scoring streak, joins the podcast to discuss his recent success in an elevated role, his assessment of th...

Episode 161: High Five

03 Feb 2021

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The Canes have won five straight games and have started 6-1-0 for the second season in a row. Mike and Michael analyze the team's success and explain ...

Episode 160: Billy B Gets Us Up to Speed

27 Jan 2021

Contributed by Lukas

The Canes returned to the ice this week, but how did they stay sharp last week? Let's ask strength and conditioning coach Bill Burniston, who details ...

Episode 159: An Update

20 Jan 2021

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An update on the Canes, who have had three games postponed due to five players currently on the NHL's COVID-19 Protocol list, essentially pausing the ...

Episode 158: The Captain's Thoughts

11 Jan 2021

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With the start of the 2020-21 season just days away, the Canes held a Red-White scrimmage on Monday. Mike and Michael provide their analysis from the ...

Episode 157: Hockey's Back and Brett Pesce Is, Too

04 Jan 2021

Contributed by Lukas

It's the first day of training camp and the season four premiere of CanesCast! Making his debut appearance on the show is defenseman Brett Pesce, who ...

Episode 156: So Long, 2020

31 Dec 2020

Contributed by Lukas

It's time to close the book on 2020. And then burn that book. And then launch that book into space. But in the midst of a challenging, tumultuous year...

Episode 155: Save the Dates

28 Dec 2020

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The release of the Canes' 2020-21 regular season schedule capped a busy holiday week. Mike and Michael break down the unique nature of the 56-game sla...

Episode 154: Happy Hockey Holidays

21 Dec 2020

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Santa came early this year with the news that the NHL's 2020-21 season will begin Jan. 13. How do the Canes stack up in the new Central Division? What...

Episode 153: We Appreciate You

14 Dec 2020

Contributed by Lukas

This Fan Appreciation Week, we hand the microphone to you. Listeners from around the States check in with their voicemails, questions and comments for...

Episode 152: Martinook is Coming to Town

07 Dec 2020

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Jordan Martinook is back for an extended Marty Minute in which we discuss his return to Raleigh, his brief coaching stint in Canada and how he's prepa...

Episode 151: Catching Up With Don Waddell

30 Nov 2020

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It's time for an update from Canes President and General Manager Don Waddell. What's the latest on the 2020-21 season? What about the Stadium Series? ...

Episode 150: What We're Thankful For

23 Nov 2020

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Even in 2020 there's much to be thankful for, including you, the fans, and this week, we've got a buffet of listener questions to feast on. Mike and M...

Episode 149: Joining the Fight

16 Nov 2020

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It's a double dose of guests this week as we turn our attention to one of hockey's most important fights. Canes prospect Stelio Mattheos discusses wha...

Episode 148: Homegrown Talent

09 Nov 2020

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Professional quarterback, North Carolina native and UNC great Marquise Williams joins the podcast to chat about his Canes fandom, the experience of so...

Episode 147: On the Defense

02 Nov 2020

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Fresh off inking a new two-year contract with the Canes, Haydn Fleury joins the pod to discuss his busy offseason, his growing on-ice confidence and h...

Episode 146: Catching Up With Rod Brind'Amour

26 Oct 2020

Contributed by Lukas

What's Rod Brind'Amour been up to lately? Let's ask him! The Canes head coach discusses the offseason and more, including the addition of Jesper Fast,...

Episode 145: Waffleboarded Away

19 Oct 2020

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Mike "Doc" Emrick announced his retirement following a 47-year career broadcasting professional hockey. Tripp Tracy and Mike Sundheim drop by the pod ...

Episode 144: Introducing Jesper Fast

12 Oct 2020

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The newest member of the Canes, right-winger Jesper Fast, joins the podcast to talk about signing with the team, how his game fits into Rod Brind'Amou...

Episode 143: Lucky Number 13

05 Oct 2020

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The Canes will be on the clock with the 13th overall pick in the 2020 NHL Draft. Mike and Michael chat with Director of Player Personnel Darren Yorke ...

Episode 142: Setting the Pace

28 Sep 2020

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Mike and Michael chat with Pace Sagester, the Canes' director of communications and team services and a winner of the 2020 Dick Dillman Award, which a...

Episode 141: Do You Remember

21 Sep 2020

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It's the 21st of September, and Mike and Michael are back to chat about the Stanley Cup Final, the upcoming 2020 NHL Draft and the start of free agenc...

Episode 140: Run With the Wolves

14 Sep 2020

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After months of speculation, the Canes have a new AHL affiliate: the Chicago Wolves. Mike and Michael dissect the ins and outs of the agreement before...

Episode 139: That's So Svech

07 Sep 2020

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Andrei Svechnikov makes his debut appearance on CanesCast to provide an update on his health, recap the postseason and share his excitement for lacros...

Episode 138: On Location at R&D Brewing

31 Aug 2020

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Mike and Michael take the pod down the road to R&D Brewing for some parting thoughts on the Canes' 2019-20 season, the playoffs and more. Plus, we wel...

Episode 137: Bubble Burst

21 Aug 2020

Contributed by Lukas

The Canes are back in Raleigh after departing the Toronto bubble. What did we learn in their First Round match-up against the Boston Bruins? How can t...

Episode 136: Run It Back

10 Aug 2020

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After a week's layoff, the Canes will get back into playoff action in the First Round against the Boston Bruins. Mike and Michael preview the series a...

Episode 135: How Sweep It Is

05 Aug 2020

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Brooms are out in Toronto after the Canes swept their Cup Qualifier series against the New York Rangers in three games. We analyze each game of the se...

Episode 134: Inside the Bubble

28 Jul 2020

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CanesCast, the technological marvel it is, has crossed borders! Michael, who is with the Canes in Toronto, gives the inside scoop on bubble life. Mean...

Episode 133: We've Got Mail

24 Jul 2020

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Surprise! It's a bonus episode of the pod, a special Friday Q&A edition. You've got questions, and we've got answers. Mike and Michael tackle everythi...

Episode 132: Return to Pod

20 Jul 2020

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And we're back! After four months away, Mike and Michael have a lot to chat about on this episode of CanesCast. Return to play, hub cities, training c...

Episode 131: Staying at Home

30 Mar 2020

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John Forslund is healthy and free from quarantine, and he joins the pod for an extended chat about his two weeks in isolation, his perspective on the ...

Episode 130: Time and Space

23 Mar 2020

Contributed by Lukas

It's a double dose of guests on this week's episode of the pod! First up is an extended Marty Minute with Jordan Martinook, who checks in from Canada ...

Episode 129: Pressing Pause

16 Mar 2020

Contributed by Lukas

Due to the COVID-19 pandemic, the National Hockey League has paused the 2019-20 season. What does that mean? How are the Hurricanes affected? Where do...

Episode 128: Road Trippin'

09 Mar 2020

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While the Canes are in the midst of a five-game road trip, television analyst Tripp Tracy joins Mike and Michael to chat about his hockey career, his ...

Episode 127: Leaping Ahead

02 Mar 2020

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It's the calm before the storm for the Canes, who have a frantic March schedule ahead. Mike and Michael preview the upcoming road trip and are joined ...

Episode 126: Big Save Dave

26 Feb 2020

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Get ready! It's an action-packed episode of the pod. Canes legend Dave Ayres, who made memories to last a lifetime in his unlikely NHL debut, swings b...

Episode 125: Moms in Music City

19 Feb 2020

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It was definitely a Nashville party for the Canes and their moms. Alyssa Pesce and Denise Williams join the podcast to chat everything Moms' Trip, fro...

Episode 124: Crispy

12 Feb 2020

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The Hurricanes are back in Raleigh after a four-game road trip, and Mike and Michael bring you a midweek special of the pod to recap it all, from two ...

Episode 123: Super Monday

03 Feb 2020

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It's a Super Monday edition of the pod with the Canes back in action after an extended break. Mike and Michael have returned from vacation to dissect ...

Episode 122: Growing the Game

27 Jan 2020

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Hurricanes Girls' and Women's Youth and Amateur Hockey Specialist Alyssa Gagliardi sits down with Mike and Michael to chat about her new role with the...

Episode 121: All-Star Defense

20 Jan 2020

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Jaccob Slavin makes his first podcast appearance to chat about his first (and well-deserved) NHL All-Star selection. Mike and Michael crack open some ...