CanesCast
Episodes
Episode 120: Freewill
13 Jan 2020
Contributed by Lukas
Justin Williams is back with the Hurricanes and back on the podcast. In an extended interview, the three-time Stanley Cup champion discusses how he st...
Episode 119: Czeching In
06 Jan 2020
Contributed by Lukas
The Hurricanes had five prospects participating in the 2020 IIHF World Junior Championship, and Director of Player Personnel Darren Yorke checks in wi...
Episode 118: A Very Dougie New Year
30 Dec 2019
Contributed by Lukas
Hey now, Dougie Hamilton is an All-Star, and he joins the podcast to chat about being named to the Metropolitan Division All-Star squad. Mike and Mich...
Episode 117: The Rise of the Canes
23 Dec 2019
Contributed by Lukas
The Canes put together a historic road trip, capturing nine of a possible 10 points on their five-game trek for the first time in franchise history. M...
Episode 116: A Chat With Paul Krepelka
16 Dec 2019
Contributed by Lukas
Hurricanes Vice President of Hockey Operations Paul Krepelka sits down to chat with Mike and Michael about his playing days, his time as an agent and ...
Episode 115: Something's Brewing
09 Dec 2019
Contributed by Lukas
The Hurricanes won two big games at home before they embark on a five-game road trip to Western Canada and Colorado. Mike and Michael run through it a...
Episode 114: Charging Into December
02 Dec 2019
Contributed by Lukas
The Hurricanes charged into the last month of the calendar year with a rebound win in Tampa on Saturday. Mike and Michael recap the Thanksgiving week ...
Episode 113: Giving Thanks
26 Nov 2019
Contributed by Lukas
Time to feast! On episode 113 of CanesCast, there's much to give thanks about. Mike and Michael explore how the Hurricanes reached the 15-win mark be...
Episode 112: Milestone-y-ish
20 Nov 2019
Contributed by Lukas
With wins in Buffalo, Minnesota and Chicago, the Canes swept a regular-season road trip of at least three games for the first time in franchise histor...
Episode 111: Hip Hip Jorge
12 Nov 2019
Contributed by Lukas
Jorge Alves – Marine, Canes equipment manager and NHL goaltender – joins episode 111 of the podcast. TV's Mike Maniscalco is back (for real!) with...
Episode 110: Keep Pounding
04 Nov 2019
Contributed by Lukas
On the heels of a four-game homestand, the Hurricanes spent their Sunday in Charlotte cheering on the Panthers. We've got tales from that excursion, p...
Episode 109: One Step at a Time
28 Oct 2019
Contributed by Lukas
TV's Mike Maniscalco is on the road to recovery, and he returns to CanesCast to provide a post-surgery update and thank everyone for their well-wishes...
Episode 108: The Guy Behind the Guy
14 Oct 2019
Contributed by Lukas
It's time for the Canes to head west. What goes into coordinating the logistics for a three-game road trip through California? Vice President of Commu...
Episode 107: Off and Running
07 Oct 2019
Contributed by Lukas
Three games. Three dramatic wins. And now, in episode 107 of CanesCast, three hosts! Shane Willis joins Mike and Michael to dissect how the Canes have...
Episode 106: Forslund's Forecast
01 Oct 2019
Contributed by Lukas
As training camp ends, October begins and Opening Night approaches, John Forslund joins the podcast for an extended chat. Mike and Michael offer some...
Episode 105: New Faces in New Places
25 Sep 2019
Contributed by Lukas
Buckle up! It's a jam-packed episode of the podcast. The big news of the day was the trade with the Blues that brought Joel Edmundson and Dominik Bok...
Episode 104: Marty & Martin
16 Sep 2019
Contributed by Lukas
We're throwing a true Marty Party on episode 104 of CanesCast, as Martin Necas sits down for a chat and the "Minute with Marty," featuring training ca...
Episode 103: Three for One
11 Sep 2019
Contributed by Lukas
It's a three-for-one special on episode 103 of CanesCast, as Brock McGinn, Warren Foegele and Haydn Fleury all join the show from Media Day at PNC Are...
Episode 102: Goodbye Summer
03 Sep 2019
Contributed by Lukas
As the calendar turns to September, we're another day closer to hockey. Mike and Michael come to you from Raleigh Center Ice, where a handful of Hurr...
Episode 101: In Case You Missed It
26 Aug 2019
Contributed by Lukas
Hey. It's been a while. Too long, even. But CanesCast is back with episode 101! Mike and Michael discuss all that's happened in August, including a co...
Episode 100: Keeping It 100
30 Jul 2019
Contributed by Lukas
It's the 100th episode of the podcast, and Mike and Michael are celebrating with an exclusive giveaway and an interview with Hurricanes President and ...
Episode 99: A Great One
24 Jul 2019
Contributed by Lukas
Head Athletic Trainer Doug Bennett joins the podcast for a discussion on his background in sports medicine, his role with the Hurricanes and his philo...
Episode 98: Prime Opportunities
16 Jul 2019
Contributed by Lukas
With a handful of signings in the last week, the Hurricanes' roster continues to take shape, and some players have prime opportunities to grab larger ...
Episode 97: Fireworks
08 Jul 2019
Contributed by Lukas
It's officially official. The Sebastian Aho offer sheet saga has ended. Mike and Michael break down both the literal and figurative fireworks from the...
Episode 96: Offer Sheet Chaos
02 Jul 2019
Contributed by Lukas
It's the old 96er! Montreal tendered Sebastian Aho an offer sheet, and the Hurricanes responded less than 24 hours later with their intent to match it...
Episode 95: Draft and Trades and Schedule, Oh My!
25 Jun 2019
Contributed by Lukas
The Carolina Hurricanes will be on the clock with the 28th overall pick in the 2019 NHL Draft. Mike and Michael preview what should be a busy weekend ...
Episode 94: On the Clock
17 Jun 2019
Contributed by Lukas
The Carolina Hurricanes will be on the clock with the 28th overall pick in the 2019 NHL Draft. Mike and Michael preview what should be a busy weekend ...
Episode 93: Championship Culture
10 Jun 2019
Contributed by Lukas
The Charlotte Checkers defeated the Chicago Wolves in five games to capture their first Calder Cup championship. Mike and Michael discuss the importan...
Episode 92: Hold My Hand
03 Jun 2019
Contributed by Lukas
The Charlotte Checkers are in the Calder Cup Finals for the first time in franchise history, and Michael returns from the Queen City to offer his impr...
Episode 91: A Hard Day's Night
28 May 2019
Contributed by Lukas
The offseason is upon the Hurricanes, and a busy summer is ahead. Mike and Michael break down storylines to watch unfold over the coming months. Plus,...
Episode 90: Time of Your Life
22 May 2019
Contributed by Lukas
A magical run came to an abrupt end for the Hurricanes in the Eastern Conference Final, but the memories created in the 2018-19 season won't soon be f...
Episode 89: Take Two
13 May 2019
Contributed by Lukas
The Hurricanes find themselves in a spot they were not too long ago: down 2-0 in a best-of-seven playoff series. How are things different this time ar...
Episode 88: The Eastern Conference Final Countdown
06 May 2019
Contributed by Lukas
After a four-game Second Round series sweep of the Islanders, the Hurricanes await their Eastern Conference Final opponent. Will it be Boston or Colum...
Episode 87: Next Man Up
29 Apr 2019
Contributed by Lukas
The Hurricanes are pushing the mantra of "next man up" to its limits, but as injuries continue to deplete the roster, the team keeps winning...
Episode 86: Moving On
25 Apr 2019
Contributed by Lukas
The Hurricanes are on to the Second Round of the 2019 Stanley Cup Playoffs, and Mike and Michael sit down for a quick podcast to recap a thrilling Gam...
Episode 85: A Long Time Coming
17 Apr 2019
Contributed by Lukas
The return of the Stanley Cup Playoffs in Raleigh did not disappoint, as the Hurricanes scored their first win of the First Round with a 5-0 shutout v...
Episode 84: Playoffs!
08 Apr 2019
Contributed by Lukas
Playoff hockey has finally returned to Raleigh, and the Carolina Hurricanes match up with the defending Stanley Cup champion Washington Capitals. Mike...
Episode 83: Staal In
03 Apr 2019
Contributed by Lukas
Excitement is building as the Hurricanes draw closer to clinching a playoff spot. Jordan Staal joins the show to provide insight on the mood in the lo...
Episode 82: It's Electric
25 Mar 2019
Contributed by Lukas
The Hurricanes captured eight of a possible 10 points during their five-game homestand. Mike and Michael provide their assessment of a busy week of ho...
Episode 81: Resiliency
18 Mar 2019
Contributed by Lukas
The Hurricanes have been a dominant team in 2019, and Mike and Michael explain how the team's resiliency and ability to bounce back from a loss has be...
Episode 80: Gray Area
13 Mar 2019
Contributed by Lukas
In between goaltender interference and no goaltender interference, there's a whole lot of gray, and Mike and Michael dive headfirst into it in an atte...
Episode 79: The Game Has Changed
04 Mar 2019
Contributed by Lukas
It's been a fun week of hockey for the Hurricanes. The team continues to find ways to win, whether it's in a dominant effort or a come-from-behind ove...
Episode 78: The Clock Strikes Three
25 Feb 2019
Contributed by Lukas
Great news! Mike and Michael weren't moved at the trade deadline, so it's time for episode 78 of CanesCast, which discusses a wild, busy day around th...
Episode 77: Jerks
18 Feb 2019
Contributed by Lukas
The Canes are a bunch of jerks, apparently. Mike and Michael get behind the mics to set the record straight on the 77th episode of CanesCast. Why does...
Episode 76: In the Mix
11 Feb 2019
Contributed by Lukas
The Hurricanes are in the mix of the Eastern Conference playoff race thanks to a hot start on their season-long, five-game road trip. What has led to ...
Episode 75: One Game at a Time
04 Feb 2019
Contributed by Lukas
Contributions from everyone. A full 60 minutes. One game at a time. They're cliches, but they're all true for the Hurricanes at a crucial juncture in...
Episode 74: Aho Knows the Way to San Jose
24 Jan 2019
Contributed by Lukas
Hey now, Sebastian Aho's an All-Star, and he's featured on the latest episode of CanesCast to discuss NHL All-Star Weekend in San Jose and more. It's ...
Episode 73: Turbo Boost
21 Jan 2019
Contributed by Lukas
Having just put pen to paper on a five-year contract extension, Teuvo Teravainen joins CanesCast to give his thoughts on why he wanted to commit long-...
Episode 72: Rollin'
14 Jan 2019
Contributed by Lukas
The Hurricanes have won seven of their last eight games. They're rolling. What's different about this recent stretch? Mike and Michael dissect it all ...
Episode 71: New Year, New Pod
02 Jan 2019
Contributed by Lukas
Happy New Year! CanesCast is back in 2019 with a new, mid-week episode. Mike and Michael have much to discuss, including Whalers Night, a New Year's E...
Episode 70: Home for the Holidays
17 Dec 2018
Contributed by Lukas
The Hurricanes are home for the holidays. After tossing the monkey off his back, Warren Foegele joins the podcast to discuss his goal against Arizona,...
Episode 69: Nice
10 Dec 2018
Contributed by Lukas
Just days after scoring his first NHL goal in incredibly unique fashion, Clark Bishop joins episode 69 of CanesCast. Now back in Raleigh, Mike and Mic...
Episode 68: Mascot Mayhem
03 Dec 2018
Contributed by Lukas
The 68th episode of CanesCast comes to you rinkside from Canes practice in El Segundo, California. Mike and Michael ponder how the team can create of...
Episode 67: Marty Party
26 Nov 2018
Contributed by Lukas
Fresh off netting his first career hat trick on Friday, Jordan Martinook joins episode 67 of CanesCast to relive his performance and deliver an updat...
Episode 66: Thanksgiving Feast
19 Nov 2018
Contributed by Lukas
Gather 'round the table for episode 66 of CanesCast, as Mike and Michael recap the weekend that was for the Canes after a four-day gap in between game...
Episode 65: There's No Place Like Home
13 Nov 2018
Contributed by Lukas
The Hurricanes are back in town for a season-long, six-game homestand. After recapping the back half of the Canes' road trip, Mike and Michael analyze...
Episode 64: Let it Ride
05 Nov 2018
Contributed by Lukas
Episode 64 of CanesCast comes to you on location in Las Vegas, where the Canes practiced before continuing their four-game road trip. What needs to ha...
Episode 63: It's In the Game
29 Oct 2018
Contributed by Lukas
Scott Darling is back with the Hurricanes, and he joins episode 63 of CanesCast to discuss his return from injury and conditioning start in Charlotte....
Episode 62: Motoring
23 Oct 2018
Contributed by Lukas
Fresh off a victory in Detroit, CanesCast is back to break down how the Canes ended their three-game skid and how they can carry the momentum through ...
Episode 61: On the Road Again
15 Oct 2018
Contributed by Lukas
The Canes are on the road again, and the life Mike and Michael love is making music with their friends. On episode 61 of the podcast: Sebastian Aho's ...
Episode 60: Having Fun
08 Oct 2018
Contributed by Lukas
We're three games into the 2018-19 regular season, and the Canes are having fun. So are Mike and Michael, who break down what's clicked and what needs...
Episode 59: It Is October Yet
01 Oct 2018
Contributed by Lukas
October has finally arrived, which means the start of the regular season is just days away. Mike and Michael dissect what was the Hurricanes' best pre...
Episode 58: Making the Cut
27 Sep 2018
Contributed by Lukas
With two weeks of training camp in the books, CanesCast returns to break it all down. Mike and Michael provide their insight on the Canes' hot start i...
Episode 57: Going Camping
14 Sep 2018
Contributed by Lukas
On the second day of training camp, Mike and Michael welcome John Forslund back to CanesCast to get his insights on head coach Rod Brind'Amour, captai...
Episode 56: Media Day Bonanza
04 Sep 2018
Contributed by Lukas
It's the season two premiere of CanesCast! A trio of guests join the show this week: Victor Rask, Trevor van Riemsdyk and Brock McGinn. Plus, Mike and...
Episode 55: Summer Vacation
21 Aug 2018
Contributed by Lukas
The offseason is list season. Which team has the best prospects? Who are the top players in the league by position? Mike and Michael discuss and debat...
Episode 54: Crunch Time
13 Aug 2018
Contributed by Lukas
Hurricanes Head Strength and Conditioning Coach Bill Burniston returns to CanesCast for a peek behind the offseason training curtain. How does he help...
Episode 53: This Wasn't Planned
06 Aug 2018
Contributed by Lukas
What is the topic du jour on episode 53 of CanesCast? The Jeff Skinner trade, of course. You can't make this stuff up. Mike and Michael dissect all th...
Episode 52: Best of You
31 Jul 2018
Contributed by Lukas
It's been a summer of change for the Hurricanes. Mike and Michael discuss how the team has improved on paper and how that could translate on the ice....
Episode 51: Knocking Down Walls
19 Jul 2018
Contributed by Lukas
In the Hurricanes week-and-a-half that was: Renovations are a go in the locker room, and the team filled out its coaching staff with the hiring of Dea...
Episode 50: In the Club
09 Jul 2018
Contributed by Lukas
CanesCast returns after the long 4th of July weekend, and there's much to discuss in episode 50. Mike and Michael offer some final thoughts on Prospec...
Episode 49: Live! at Summerfest
30 Jun 2018
Contributed by Lukas
It's the first-ever live edition of CanesCast, recorded at the Summerfest Celebration. Director of Defensemen Development Tim Gleason joins the podcas...
Episode 48: The Haul From Big D
26 Jun 2018
Contributed by Lukas
The Hurricanes had a big weekend in Dallas at the 2018 NHL Draft, as they made the second overall selection and were involved in the weekend's biggest...
Episode 47: The Pick Is In
18 Jun 2018
Contributed by Lukas
The busiest period of the offseason is upon us. This week, the 2018-19 regular-season schedule will be released, the Hurricanes will unveil their new ...
Episode 46: Draft and Draughts
11 Jun 2018
Contributed by Lukas
On location at Raleigh Beer Garden, the sight of the Canes Draft Party, it's episode 46 of CanesCast, featuring special guest Shane Willis. Mike and M...
Episode 45: Just Enjoy It
04 Jun 2018
Contributed by Lukas
What's ahead in June for the Hurricanes? Plenty, including the NHL Draft, third jersey reveal, Summerfest, Prospects Development Camp and more. Mike a...
Episode 44: Combine Week
29 May 2018
Contributed by Lukas
It's the week of the NHL Scouting Combine in Buffalo, which provides teams a chance to physically assess and interview potential draft picks. Mike and...
Episode 43: Staying Busy
21 May 2018
Contributed by Lukas
Hurricanes President and General Manager Don Waddell joins Mike and Michael on episode 43 of CanesCast to chat about how the team's front office has c...
Episode 42: Getting in Shape
15 May 2018
Contributed by Lukas
It was another busy week in Canes-land. Everything happened: a new head coach, a new GM, a record-setting AHL playoff game in Charlotte and domination...
Episode 41: Everything is Happening
07 May 2018
Contributed by Lukas
Everything is happening, and Mike and Michael (currenlty on vacation) sift through it all: Rick Dudley joins the Hurricanes' front office, the team ac...
Episode 40: This is 40
30 Apr 2018
Contributed by Lukas
The Hurricanes beat the odds in the draft lottery to obtain the second overall pick in the 2018 NHL Draft, and Mike and Michael break it all down. Wha...
Episode 39: Checking In
23 Apr 2018
Contributed by Lukas
Episode 39 of CanesCast checks in with the Charlotte Checkers, who won the opening two games of their first-round Calder Cup Playoff series over the w...
Episode 38: Forward Progress
16 Apr 2018
Contributed by Lukas
A number of Hurricanes forwards put up career numbers in breakout seasons. Mike and Michael dissect who stood out in 2017-18 and who has more to give....
Episode 37: Closing Time
10 Apr 2018
Contributed by Lukas
As the book closes on the Hurricanes' 2017-18 season, Mike and Michael recap the 82 games that were. What were the positives? What were the negatives?...
Episode 36: And Then There Were Two
03 Apr 2018
Contributed by Lukas
Just two games remain for the Hurricanes in the 2017-18 regular season, and on episode 36 of CanesCast, Mike and Michael break down the first 80 games...
Episode 35: One for the Money, Two for the Foegs
27 Mar 2018
Contributed by Lukas
Fresh off his two-point performance in his NHL debut, Warren Foegele joins episode 35 of CanesCast. He breaks down his surreal experience, and Mike an...
Episode 34: Choose Your Own Canes Adventure
19 Mar 2018
Contributed by Lukas
Mike and Michael choose their own adventures in episode 34 of CanesCast, which explores the downfalls of recent third periods before things went right...
Episode 33: The Podcast That Never Sleeps
12 Mar 2018
Contributed by Lukas
It's a special gameday edition of CanesCast in the Big Apple. Mike and Michael discuss the search for the Hurricanes' new general manager and what tha...
Episode 32: Into the Wild
05 Mar 2018
Contributed by Lukas
As the Hurricanes head to snowy Minnesota, Mike and Michael get behind the mics for episode 32 of CanesCast. With 16 games remaining in the regular se...
Episode 31: Deadline Day
26 Feb 2018
Contributed by Lukas
It's trade deadline day in the NHL, and Mike and Michael discuss what this means for the Hurricanes and for the teams around the league. Episode 31 al...
Episode 30: Birthday Bash
19 Feb 2018
Contributed by Lukas
In the 30th episode of CanesCast, Mike and Michael dissect the week that was in Canes hockey and take a look at the Eastern Conference wild card race....
Episode 29: The Love Doctor
12 Feb 2018
Contributed by Lukas
The Hurricanes season-long, eight-game homestand is coming to an end with Valentine's Day and the mom's trip up next. Derek Ryan joins the podcast to ...
Episode 28: Who Are You
05 Feb 2018
Contributed by Lukas
Who are the Hurricanes? That's the query du jour on episode 28 of CanesCast, which now has a proper podcast logo! Mike and Michael tackle plenty of li...
Episode 27: Hey Now, You're an All-Star
30 Jan 2018
Contributed by Lukas
Ahoy, mateys! Noah Hanifin has returned from NHL All-Star Weekend in Tampa, and CanesCast is here to break down the experience with the third-year def...
Episode 26: Kaiton's Corner
22 Jan 2018
Contributed by Lukas
Crowd noise only! Chuck Kaiton, radio voice of the Hurricanes, joins episode 26 of CanesCast, as Mike and Michael return from the bye week to dissect ...
Episode 25: Bye Bye Bye
15 Jan 2018
Contributed by Lukas
The bye week is upon the Carolina Hurricanes, but CanesCast doesn't rest. Where do the Canes sit heading into the break? Plus, Canes alumni Rod Brind'...
Episode 24: Halfway There
08 Jan 2018
Contributed by Lukas
With the Hurricanes at the official midpoint of the 2017-18 regular season, it's the perfect time to step back and assess the big picture. Mike and Mi...
Episode 23: A Very Canes New Year
02 Jan 2018
Contributed by Lukas
Happy New Year! CanesCast is back in 2018 with a new episode, and the Hurricanes are knocking on the door of a playoff spot. What is it going to take ...
Episode 22: 'Tis the Season
18 Dec 2017
Contributed by Lukas
The Hurricanes made a brief stop at home, enough time to record a new episode of CanesCast. Mike and Michael break down the season-long road trip, wha...
Episode 21: The Voice
14 Dec 2017
Contributed by Lukas
TV's Mike Maniscalco finds his voice again, sort of, as CanesCast comes to you from Buffalo. Mike and Michael break down the season's longest road tri...