Locked On NHL - Daily Podcast On The National Hockey League
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Stanley Cup Final Game 1 Analysis and Keys to Victory for Game 2
04 Jun 2026
Contributed by Lukas
The Stanley Cup Final got off to a thrilling start with the Vegas Golden Knights overcoming and early 2-0 deficit to win on the road 5-4. We analyze w...
Vegas Strikes First: Stanley Cup Final Game One Breakdown & All-Star Format Shake-Up
04 Jun 2026
Contributed by Lukas
Ross Levitan and Mike DiStefano break down the Stanley Cup Final, John Cooper’s Jack Adams win, and changes to the 2027 NHL All-Star Game format. Ev...
GAME NIGHT: Vegas Takes Game 1 In Action-Packed Start to Stanley Cup Final
03 Jun 2026
Contributed by Lukas
Tomas Hertl scored with less than four minutes remaining in regulation to give Vegas the 5-4 victory over Carolina in Game 1 of the Stanley Cup Final....
DECIDE: Vegas Golden Knights vs Carolina Hurricanes—Key Players Who Will IMPACT the Cup Final
02 Jun 2026
Contributed by Lukas
Stanley Cup Final showdown: can the defensive juggernaut Carolina Hurricanes halt the star-driven Vegas Golden Knights? Seth Toupal and JD Young break...
GAME NIGHT: Stanley Cup Finals Preview, CRITICAL FACTORS, Staff Picks
02 Jun 2026
Contributed by Lukas
On this edition of Locked On NHL Game Night, the crew takes a look at critical factors that will impact the Carolina-Vegas Stanley Cup Finals, includi...
SHOWDOWN: The Stanley Cup Finals Get Underway Tuesday While the Leafs Turmoil Continues
01 Jun 2026
Contributed by Lukas
The Carolina Hurricanes are preparing for their first trip to the Stanley Cup Finals in 20 years as they prepare to face the Vegas Golden Knights. Zac...
GAME NIGHT: Carolina CLOSES OUT Montreal to Advance to Stanley Cup Final
30 May 2026
Contributed by Lukas
The Carolina Hurricanes closed out the Eastern Conference Final with a convincing win over the Montreal Canadiens to advance to the Stanley Cup Final ...
The NHL Mourns Tragic Loss of Claude Lemieux
29 May 2026
Contributed by Lukas
The hockey world mourns the death of four-time Stanley Cup winner Claude Lemieux who passed away earlier this week after taking his own life. We look ...
Vegas stuns Avs & Canes Suffocate Habs! | Conference Finals Breakdown!
28 May 2026
Contributed by Lukas
Welcome to this Thursday edition of Locked On NHL with your hosts Nick Zararis and Hunter Hodies! After an exciting start to the playoffs, the Confere...
GAME NIGHT: Calm Canes DISMANTLE Habs, Canadiens season on the BRINK, Canes for real?
28 May 2026
Contributed by Lukas
The Carolina Hurricanes are just a dreamer... and Frederik Andersen is just a dream. A total dismantling of the Montreal Canadiens has the Canes on th...
Vegas Golden Knights Advance To Stanley Cup Final + Evgeni Malkin Re-Signs In Pittsburgh
27 May 2026
Contributed by Lukas
Ross Levitan and Mike DiStefano break down Vegas reaching the Stanley Cup Final, Malkin’s new deal, and Canada vs. USA at Worlds. Everydayer ClubIf ...
GAME NIGHT: Vegas's REMARKABLE run, Avalanche season SNOWBALLS, Major changes to come?
27 May 2026
Contributed by Lukas
The Vegas Golden Knights stun Colorado for a fourth consecutive time, sweeping the President's Trophy winning Avalanche. Is Vegas the new favorite? Wh...
SHIFT: Carolina Hurricanes GRAB Series Edge, Montreal Canadiens' Offense FALLS Short
26 May 2026
Contributed by Lukas
Carolina Hurricanes seize a 2-1 Eastern Conference Finals lead, fueled by relentless overtime heroics and suffocating defense. Can the Montreal Canadi...
GAME NIGHT: Hurricanes TAKE Game 3 in OT, Canadiens Relying on Dobes TOO MUCH, Vegas on Verge of SCF
26 May 2026
Contributed by Lukas
After Carolina’s peppering of Jakub Dobes worked, Mike Asti and Alex Wiederspiel unpacked everything that went on in a pivotal Game 3 of the Eastern...
GAME NIGHT: Vegas STUNS the Avs rallying from down 3-0 to PUSH Colorado to the brink of being swept
25 May 2026
Contributed by Lukas
The Vegas Golden Knights shock the Colorado Avalanche with epic comeback, seizing a 3-0 Western Conference Final lead. President’s Trophy winners Co...
The Avalanche Are On the Brink of Elimination While the Hurricanes and Canadiens Are All Even
25 May 2026
Contributed by Lukas
The Carolina Hurricanes got a clutch overtime goal by Nikolaj Ehlers to even their Eastern Conference Final series with the Montreal Canadiens at 1-1....
GAME NIGHT: Canes get CLUTCH performance from Nikolaj Ehlers in HUGE win. East Finals even at 1-1.
24 May 2026
Contributed by Lukas
The Carolina Hurricanes edge the Montreal Canadiens in overtime as Nikolaj Ehlers erupts with two critical goals. Is this the win that flips the momen...
GAME NIGHT: Golden Knights STUN the Avs in Colorado with BIG third period. NHL's top team DOWN 0-2
23 May 2026
Contributed by Lukas
The Vegas Golden Knights shock the Colorado Avalanche with a relentless third-period comeback, seizing a 2-0 series lead. Ivan Barbashev nets two goal...
GAME NIGHT: Habs EXPLODE in opening period at Carolina. Rusty CANES can't overcome Montreal start
22 May 2026
Contributed by Lukas
The Montreal Canadiens shock the Carolina Hurricanes with a first-period scoring outburst, ending Carolina’s undefeated playoff run. Can Rod Brind’...
SURGING HABS: Montreal Canadiens DOMINATE Hurricanes as Cole Caufield and Slafkovsky DELIVER Early
22 May 2026
Contributed by Lukas
Montreal Canadiens outduel Carolina Hurricanes in a defensive masterclass—has the momentum finally shifted in the Stanley Cup Playoffs? Gil Martin a...
Vegas draws first blood | Canadiens Hurricanes Preview
21 May 2026
Contributed by Lukas
Vegas just gave the entire NHL the exact formula to slow down the Colorado Avalanche. Can the Avs answer back, or will the Golden Knights ride Mitch M...
GAME NIGHT: Vegas defeats Avs WITHOUT Stone and Makar playing, Canes-Habs Eve
21 May 2026
Contributed by Lukas
Vegas comes out and plays a much better first half against a rusty Colorado team. The Knights win 4-2 without Mark Stone in the lineup, while Colorado...
Conference Finals Preview: Canes vs Habs, Avs vs Golden Knights + Vancouver Fires Adam Foote
20 May 2026
Contributed by Lukas
Ross Levitan and Mike DiStefano preview the NHL Conference Finals, discuss key injuries, make series predictions, and react to Vancouver’s coaching ...
SABRES CURSED: Buffalo Sabres Heartbreak as Alex Newhook Stuns With OT Goal, Goaltending EXPOSED
19 May 2026
Contributed by Lukas
Buffalo Sabres suffer crushing Game 7 heartbreak as Alex Newhook lifts the Montreal Canadiens with another OT winner, pushing the Sabres’ game seven...
GAME NIGHT: Montreal BREAKS Buffalo's Heart, Next Up Carolina in ECF, Can Vegas Take Down Avs?
19 May 2026
Contributed by Lukas
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SHOWDOWN: The Sabres and Canadiens Prepare for Game 7 While the Golden Knights Get Ready for the Avs
18 May 2026
Contributed by Lukas
The Buffalo Sabres hope to win Game 7 at home after earning a thrilling comeback win in Montreal in Game 6. What will it take for the Sabres to pull o...
GAME NIGHT: Sabres SILENCE the Canadiens in Montreal. Force a DECIDING Game 7 back in Buffalo.
17 May 2026
Contributed by Lukas
The Buffalo Sabres dominate the Montreal Canadiens 8-3 to force a deciding Game 7. Rasmus Dahlin ties a postseason franchise record with a five-point ...
Western Conference Final Set, Vegas to Face Colorado, East Battle Continues
15 May 2026
Contributed by Lukas
The NHL's Western Conference Final is set as the Vegas Golden Knights advanced by defeating the Anaheim Ducks last night. We preview the upcoming batt...
GAME NIGHT: Canadiens FAITH in Jakob Dobes pays off. Marner WOWS in close out win over the Ducks
15 May 2026
Contributed by Lukas
The Montreal Canadiens rally behind rookie goalie Jakob Dobes to surge past the Buffalo Sabres in a chaotic Game 5. Can Martin St. Louis’ bold decis...
Edmonton Oilers Fire Kris Knoblauch | NHL Playoffs: Avs Dominance & Vegas vs. Ducks
14 May 2026
Contributed by Lukas
The Edmonton Oilers have made a coaching change! On this Thursday edition of Locked On NHL, Nick Zararis and Hunter Hodies break down the massive news...
GAME NIGHT: Avalanche MONSTER comeback erases worst period of the playoffs
14 May 2026
Contributed by Lukas
The Avalanche played their worst period maybe all playoffs. It didn't matter. Colorado wins 4-3 with four unanswered goals. We talk about Colorado's p...
Toronto Maple Leafs Fire Head Coach Craig Berube: What’s Next?
13 May 2026
Contributed by Lukas
Ross Levitan and Gil Martin react to the Maple Leafs firing Craig Berube, discuss McAvoy’s suspension, and preview NHL playoff action including Aval...
GAME NIGHT: Vegas Pushes Anaheim to the BRINK, Buffalo PULLS EVEN with Montreal
13 May 2026
Contributed by Lukas
GAME NIGHT: Vegas Golden Knights Push Anaheim Ducks to the BRINK of Elimination, Buffalo Sabres PULL EVEN with Montreal Canadiens Everydayer ClubIf yo...
AVALANCHE: Colorado ROLLS Over Minnesota Wild—Joel Eriksson Ek Absence and Butt-End Drama Exposed
12 May 2026
Contributed by Lukas
Colorado Avalanche dominate the West as the Minnesota Wild falter—can the Wild turn the tide in a must-win Game 5? Seth Toupal and JD Young break do...
GAME NIGHT: Avalanche ADJUSTMENT in goal yields results, depth scoring dominance, Tuesday preview
12 May 2026
Contributed by Lukas
Colorado gets what they need after a goalie switch. Plus, the depth scoring comes up big in a 5-2 win. Buffalo has a critical Game 4 in Montreal while...
GAME NIGHT: Canadiens roll in ELECTRIC environment over Sabres, Ducks POWER past the Golden Knights
11 May 2026
Contributed by Lukas
The Montreal Canadiens ignite the Bell Centre crowd and overpower the Buffalo Sabres with standout performances from Alex Newhook and Cole Caufield. C...
INTENSE: Round 2 of the Stanley Cup Playoffs Heats Up As Teams Battle for a Conference Final Berth
11 May 2026
Contributed by Lukas
The Colorado Avalanche hold a 2-1 series lead over the Minnesota Wild but they dropped Game 3 in Minnesota. Chris Micielli of Locked On Avalanche join...
GAME NIGHT: Back to back SWEEPS for the Canes to advance. The Wild get a MUST win vs the Avs
10 May 2026
Contributed by Lukas
The Carolina Hurricanes sweep the Philadelphia Flyers in dramatic OT finish—Jackson Blake nets two goals, including the series-winner, propelling th...
GAME TIME: Canadiens CRUISE to Game 2 win. Mitch Marner SHINES in Golden Knights Game 3 victory.
09 May 2026
Contributed by Lukas
The Montreal Canadiens silenced the Buffalo Sabres’ home crowd with Alex Newhook’s big performance, knotting their playoff series 1-1. Can Buffalo...
NHL Awards Finalissts Named as Stanley Playoffs Intensify
08 May 2026
Contributed by Lukas
The NHL completed the draft lottery this week but is the process fair? We break down why there are issues with how the league configures the lottery a...
GAME NIGHT: Frederik Andersen LEADS Hurricanes Over Flyers—Carolina now 7-0 so far this post season
08 May 2026
Contributed by Lukas
The Carolina Hurricanes overpower the Philadelphia Flyers to seize a commanding 3-0 series lead. Are the Flyers outmatched, or is a miracle comeback s...
Buffalo Starts Hot, Anaheim-Vegas Split, & Philly on the ropes!
07 May 2026
Contributed by Lukas
On today's edition of Locked On NHL, Hunter Hodies and Nick Zararis discuss three of the four second-round playoff series. They first start with the M...
GAME NIGHT: Buffalo ROLLS Over Montreal Despite Shot Differential, Anaheim EVENS Series in Vegas
07 May 2026
Contributed by Lukas
Buffalo defends home ice in the highly anticipated series opener against Montreal, and did it despite an ironic shot differential. In the night cap, A...
Toronto Maple Leafs Win Draft Lottery + Stanley Cup Playoff Storylines
06 May 2026
Contributed by Lukas
Ross Levitan and Mike DiStefano react to the Maple Leafs winning the NHL draft lottery, trade hypotheticals, and preview Habs vs. Sabres. Everydayer C...
GAME NIGHT: Avalanche Roll Wild, Minnesota's Costly Mistake in Net, Will a Title Drought End?
06 May 2026
Contributed by Lukas
With only one game on the night, Mike Asti and TJ Chillot open the show by discussing a calmer version of another Colorado win over Minnesota. Are the...
BACKLASH: Toronto Maple Leafs’ John Chayka Era Begins – NHL World Condemns SHOCKING HIRE
05 May 2026
Contributed by Lukas
Toronto Maple Leafs spark controversy with the hiring of John Chayka as general manager, raising eyebrows around the NHL. With just one supporter out ...
GAME NIGHT: Carolina ESCAPES with OT Win, Vegas TAKES Game 1 vs Anaheim
05 May 2026
Contributed by Lukas
GAME NIGHT: The Carolina Hurricanes ESCAPEe with OT Win versus the Philadelphia Flyers, Vegas Golden Knights TAKE Game 1 vs the Anaheim Ducks, Preview...
GAME NIGHT: Canadiens ESCAPE with Game 7 win in Tampa, Avalanche OUTSCORE the Wild in a scorefest
04 May 2026
Contributed by Lukas
The Montreal Canadiens knock off the Tampa Bay Lightning with a gritty 2-1 Game 7 road win, advancing to face the Buffalo Sabres despite recording jus...
INTENSE: Round 2 of the Stanley Cup Playoffs Is Under Way and the Thrills Keep Coming
04 May 2026
Contributed by Lukas
The Minnesota Wild fell in a thrilling, back and forth Game 1 in their second round series against the Colorado Avalanche. Seth Toupal of Locked On Wi...
GAME NIGHT: Hurricanes remain PERFECT, Bolts/Habs Game 7 preview, Avs/Wild Round 2 preview
03 May 2026
Contributed by Lukas
The Carolina Hurricanes dominate the Philadelphia Flyers as Logan Stankoven stays red hot and Frederik Andersen posts another shutout, as the Hurrican...
GAME NIGHT: Bolts FORCE Game 7 vs Habs, Sabres MAGICAL season continues, Golden Knights ADVANCE
02 May 2026
Contributed by Lukas
Andrei Vasilevskiy leads the Lighting in a thrilling 1-0 overtime win in Montreal forcing the Canadiens to play a Game 7 in Tampa. Locked on Canadiens...
CROSSROADS: Edmonton Oilers Face Tough Decisions After Playoff Elimination
01 May 2026
Contributed by Lukas
The Edmonton Oilers saw their season end in round 1 after falling to the Anaheim Ducks in six games. What does this mean for the future of Connor McDa...
GAME NIGHT: The Wild and Ducks finally ADVANCE. The Stars and Oilers are SEARCHING for answers
01 May 2026
Contributed by Lukas
The Minnesota Wild finally advance out of the first-round, eliminating the Dallas Stars behind Quinn Hughes’ electric three-point performance. Can M...
Penguins eliminated & two Game 6 previews!
30 Apr 2026
Contributed by Lukas
In this Thursday edition of Locked On NHL, Nick Zararis (Locked On Oilers) and Hunter Hodies (Locked On Penguins) break down a catastrophic night in P...
GAME NIGHT: Flyers FINISH Pens, Dorofeyev HATTY PROPELS Vegas past Utah, Habs Take Game 5 in Tampa Bay
30 Apr 2026
Contributed by Lukas
GAME NIGHT: The Philadelphia Flyers FINISH off their in-state rivals, the Pittsburgh Penguins, Pavel Dorofeyev nets a hat-trick as Brett Howden gets t...
Pivotal Game Fives: Playoff Breakouts, Controversial Calls, and Predictions
29 Apr 2026
Contributed by Lukas
Ross Levitan and Mike DiStefano break down pivotal NHL first-round playoff games, discuss surprises and breakout stars, and debate which teams have th...
GAME NIGHT: Bruins FORCE Game Six in Boston, Wild DIM Stars, Oilers HUGE First Period Enough to Survive
29 Apr 2026
Contributed by Lukas
GAME NIGHT: The Boston Bruins FORCE a game six with a win over the Buffalo Sabres, the Minnesota Wild DIM the Dallas Stars, and the Edmonton Oilers HU...
WARNING: NHL Goaltending NIGHTMARE Leaves Edmonton Oilers Reeling After Controversial Loss
28 Apr 2026
Contributed by Lukas
Oilers fans roar for answers after a controversial goal call helps the Anaheim Ducks seize a 3-1 series lead—did the puck really cross the line? Set...
GAME NIGHT: Eichel's BRILLIANCE propels Vegas in bonkers game, Penguins SURVIVE another day
28 Apr 2026
Contributed by Lukas
Jack Eichel's three assist night powers Vegas in a bananas 5-4 overtime win over Utah. Meanwhile, the Penguins in survival mode are pretty good. They ...
GAME NIGHT: Ducks Win in CONTROVERSY, Avs RETIRE Kopitar, Sabres ROLL Bruins, Tampa Claims Comeback
27 Apr 2026
Contributed by Lukas
Anaheim puts Edmonton on the brink in controversial fashion. Colorado finishes off a sweep, ending the career of NHL royalty in the process. The Sabre...
INTENSITY: The Pressure Rises as the Round 1 of the Stanley Cup Playoffs Winds Down
27 Apr 2026
Contributed by Lukas
The Montreal Canadiens lost a heartbreaker in Game 4 to the Tampa Bay Lightning after holding an early 2-0 lead. Laura Saba of Locked On Canadiens joi...
GAME NIGHT: Canes SWEEP, Pens SURVIVE, Wild/Stars in OT THRILLER
26 Apr 2026
Contributed by Lukas
The Carolina Hurricanes complete a first-round sweep of the Ottawa Senators behind Frederik Andersen’s stellar goaltending. Eddie Garcia, Shukri Wri...
GAME NIGHT: Habs/Bolts OT AGAIN, Ducks/Oilers shootout AGAIN, Utah hosts FIRST playoff game
25 Apr 2026
Contributed by Lukas
The Montreal Canadiens and Tampa Bay Lightning go overtime for a third straight game with the Habs grabbing a 2-1 series lead thanks to Lane Hudson’...
CONTROVERSY: How Should the NHL Handle Playoff Player Safety?
24 Apr 2026
Contributed by Lukas
How should the NHL handle the head shot by Taylor Hall of the Carolina Hurricanes on the Ottawa Senators Jake Sanderson? Should playoff discipline be ...
GAME NIGHT: Hurricanes and Avalanche Push Their Opponents to the BRINK, Buffalo BETTER than Boston in Game 3
24 Apr 2026
Contributed by Lukas
GAME NIGHT: Carolina Hurricanes and Colorado Avalanche Push Their Opponents to the BRINK of elimination, while the Buffalo Sabres BEST the Boston Brui...
NHL Playoff Red Alert: Penguins Down 0-3 & McDavid Injury Concern
23 Apr 2026
Contributed by Lukas
In this Thursday edition of Locked on NHL, Nick Zararis (Locked On Oilers) and Hunter Hodies (Locked On Penguins) break down every single first-round ...
GAME NIGHT: Stars get HUGE OT win vs Wild, Flyers on the verge of a SWEEP, Ducks OUTLAST the Oilers
23 Apr 2026
Contributed by Lukas
The Minnesota Wild miss a big opportunity with a double overtime loss to the Dallas Stars. Can Kirill Kaprizov and the Wild rebound after letting spec...
GAME NIGHT: Lightning STRIKES in OT, Avs SURVIVE Kings, Bruins AVOID repeat, Utah's HISTORIC night
22 Apr 2026
Contributed by Lukas
The Tampa Bay Lightning totally stifled Montreal late in an overtime win to even the series at 1. The Bruins narrowly avoid a repeat of Game 1 and eve...
CHAOS: Buffalo Sabres and Ukko-Pekka Luukkonen STUN Bruins, NHL Playoffs Overreactions EXPLODE
21 Apr 2026
Contributed by Lukas
Buffalo Sabres erupt in dramatic playoff comeback, shaking the Boston Bruins and igniting belief in a deep postseason run. Seth Toupal and JD Young br...
GAME NIGHT: Oilers CLIP Ducks, Canes/Sens DOUBLE OT Chaos, Flyers SHUTOUT Pens, Stars TAME Wild
21 Apr 2026
Contributed by Lukas
GAME NIGHT: Edmonton Oilers CLIP Anaheim Ducks in Game 1, Carolina Hurricanes and Ottawa Senators have DOUBLE OT Chaos, Philadelphia Flyers SHUTOUT Pi...
GAME NIGHT: Tage KICKSTARTS Sabres, Slafkovsky SLAYS Tampa, Avs LABOR in win, Knights DOWN Utah
20 Apr 2026
Contributed by Lukas
Tage Thompson sparks absolute brilliance in the third period leading to a 4-3 comeback win to open their series versus Boston. The Slovakian Slayer ta...
CONFLICT: The Stanley Cup Playoffs Begin With Drama and Excitement and We're Just Getting Started
20 Apr 2026
Contributed by Lukas
The Pittsburgh Penguins struggled offensively and lost Game 1 of their series with the Philadelphia Flyers 3-2 in Pittsburgh. Hunter Hodies of Locked ...
GAME NIGHT: STATEMENT win for Wild, Canes/Anderson SHUTOUT Sens, Flyers take Round 1 in the 'Burgh
19 Apr 2026
Contributed by Lukas
The Stanley Cup Playoffs erupt with fierce intensity as the Carolina Hurricanes shut out the Ottawa Senators 2-0 behind Frederik Andersen’s clutch g...
GAME NIGHT: Stanley Cup Playoff preview. Stars vs Wild HEADLINE, Avs, Lighting on COLLISION COURSE?
18 Apr 2026
Contributed by Lukas
The Stanley Cup Playoffs start with a can't-miss matchups as the Dallas Stars and Minnesota Wild—two of the NHL's top regular season teams—clash i...
The NHL Stanley Cup Playoffs Are Here: Ranking the Series 1 Thru 8
17 Apr 2026
Contributed by Lukas
We have eight exciting opening round playoff series opening this weekend in the Stanley Cup Playoffs and hockey fans are excited. This is the most exc...
GAME NIGHT: Pacific Division playoff drama SETTLED, Celebrini one final MVP STATEMENT
17 Apr 2026
Contributed by Lukas
The Stanley Cup Playoff matchups are finally set after a wild final night in the NHL regular season. Connor McDavid clinches his sixth Art Ross Trophy...
2026 NHL Playoff Predictions: Why Dallas vs. Minnesota is a COIN FLIP | Stanley Cup Playoffs Preview
17 Apr 2026
Contributed by Lukas
The Stanley Cup Playoffs are finally here! In this Thursday edition of Locked on NHL, Nick Zararis (Locked On Oilers) and Hunter Hodies (Locked On Pen...
GAME NIGHT: Vegas TAKES Pacific, Florida's YOUTH Movement Destroys Detroit, FUTURE Phenoms Celebrini/Bedard Square off
16 Apr 2026
Contributed by Lukas
GAME NIGHT: The Vegas Golden Knights defeated Seattle to TAKE Pacific crow, Florida Panther's YOUTH Movement Destroys Detroit Red Wings, FUTURE Phenom...
Eastern Conference NHL Stanley Cup Playoffs Preview
15 Apr 2026
Contributed by Lukas
Ross Levitan (Locked On Senators) and Mike DiStefano (Locked On Maple Leafs) break down all 4 Eastern Conference first round playoff series. Support u...
GAME NIGHT: Bruins LOCK Playoff Matchup, Bonk's First, Pens BLOW Lead, Ducks Lose AGAIN
15 Apr 2026
Contributed by Lukas
Even without total chaos, Tuesday’s nine-game slate saw playoff matchups finalized, multiple first NHL goals on a night of a youth movement and poss...
Collapse: Why the Detroit Red Wings MUST Overhaul After Missing Playoffs
14 Apr 2026
Contributed by Lukas
Detroit Red Wings’ playoff collapse sparks major questions—has Steve Yzerman’s “Yzerplan” finally run its course? After leading their divisi...
GAME NIGHT: Philly and L.A. wins create DOMINO effect across NHL, Jonathan Quick's final game
14 Apr 2026
Contributed by Lukas
The Philadelphia Flyers are going to the playoffs. The Canes earn the top seed in the Eastern Conference. The Sabres win the Atlantic Division. The Li...
GAME NIGHT: No more Crosby vs. Ovechkin?, Isle's done, CBJ on life support, Ducks fail to clinch
13 Apr 2026
Contributed by Lukas
As pivotal matchups further solidify the playoff picture, Mike Asti and TJ Chillot discuss if we saw the final game between Sidney Crosby and Alexande...
THE END? As Teams Make Their Final Playoff Push, Two Future Hall of Famers Prepare to Exit the NHL
13 Apr 2026
Contributed by Lukas
The Los Angeles Kings are in the thick of the fight for one of the final playoff spots in the Western Conference but do they have what it takes to cli...
GAME NIGHT: Playoff picture developing. Sens, Bruins, Oilers, VGK IN, Wings, Kraken, Blues OUT
12 Apr 2026
Contributed by Lukas
Playoff dreams are made or broken as the Ottawa Senators clinch a spot with Linus Ullmark’s shutout over the New York Islanders, while the Detroit R...
A Mammoth Season: Utah Clinches First NHL Playoff Berth
10 Apr 2026
Contributed by Lukas
The Utah Mammoth clinched a playoff berth for the first time since moving to Salt Lake City, we discuss their surprising ride to the postseason. Plus,...
GAME NIGHT: Penguins/Mammoth are IN, Kings into a wildcard spot, Atlantic/Pacific spots up for grabs
10 Apr 2026
Contributed by Lukas
The Ottawa Senators seize control of the Eastern Conference wild card race while the Detroit Red Wings and New York Islanders keep pace as the playoff...
NHL Playoff Race 2026: Philadelphia Flyers Surprise, Predators Holding On & McDavid vs. Kucherov
09 Apr 2026
Contributed by Lukas
On today’s Locked On NHL, Nick Zararis and Hunter Hodies break down the chaotic final week of the regular season. We dive into the Detroit Red Wings...
GAME NIGHT: McDavid's MASSIVE Night, Sabres SECURE Top Spot, Capitals LOCKDOWN Leafs
09 Apr 2026
Contributed by Lukas
GAME NIGHT: Connor McDavid's MASSIVE night for the Edmonton Oliers moves them into first place in the Pacific Division, the Buffalo Sabres SECURE the ...
NHL’s Final Week: Playoff Races & Division Battles Are Coming Right Down To The Wire
08 Apr 2026
Contributed by Lukas
Ross Levitan (Locked On Senators) and Gil Martin (Locked On Islanders) break down NHL playoff races, division titles, and key matchups in the final we...
GAME NIGHT: Columbus STEALS Two Points, Senators & Flyers DOMINATE, Ave Get REVENGE, Oilers Blow It
08 Apr 2026
Contributed by Lukas
As the regular season nears its end, Mike Asti and Alex Wiederspiel recap a pivotal action-packed night in the NHL. And for the highlights, Columbus s...
BREAKING: Tom Fitzgerald OUT as New Jersey Devils GM – Was Passing on Quinn Hughes the Last STRAW?
07 Apr 2026
Contributed by Lukas
New Jersey Devils shock the league by parting ways with GM Tom Fitzgerald after a season of missed opportunities and costly roster decisions. Quinn Hu...
GAME NIGHT: Sabres are READY, Kings CLIMB into WC2, Sharks and Jets keep pace, Kraken are CRACKING
07 Apr 2026
Contributed by Lukas
We'll order a seven-pack of Buffalo-Tampa, please. Plus, the Kings get a critical two points against Nashville. Celebrini and Bedard go head-to-head i...
GAME NIGHT: Philly's FLYING, Detroit in the DUMPS, Rangers RUIN Caps revival, Senators STOMP Canes
06 Apr 2026
Contributed by Lukas
The Philadelphia Flyers are back in a playoff spot in maybe the most important win in the last decade for this franchise. A wild loss for Detroit at h...
DESPERATION: The Islanders Fire Patrick Roy While the Jets and Blue Jackets Battle for the Playoffs
06 Apr 2026
Contributed by Lukas
The New York Islanders fired head coach Patrick Roy on Sunday and replaced him with veteran Peter DeBoer in a last ditch attempt to make the playoffs....
GAME NIGHT: 3 teams FAIL to grab the last wildcard spot in the East, wildcard out West changes hands
05 Apr 2026
Contributed by Lukas
Wild Card chaos continues as the Detroit Red Wings, Columbus Blue Jackets and New York Islanders all miss golden opportunities, help their playoff hop...
GAME NIGHT: Flyers join FOUR WAY tie for wildcard spot, Isles fading, Ducks lose grip on first place
04 Apr 2026
Contributed by Lukas
Philadelphia Flyers ignite the playoff race with a 4-1 win over the New York Islanders for a four-way tie for the final Eastern Conference wild card s...
William Nylander Exposes Toronto Maple Leafs Dilemma for Rebuild
03 Apr 2026
Contributed by Lukas
William Nylander indicated he wants to stay in Toronto unless there's a full rebuild. What does this say about the state of the Toronto Maple Leafs wh...
GAME NIGHT: Canes/Wild clinch, Sabres/Bolts on hold, Leafs, Panthers, Blackhawks are officially out
03 Apr 2026
Contributed by Lukas
Wild playoff races ignite as the San Jose Sharks, Nashville Predators, and LA Kings are locked in a three-way battle for the Western Conference’s fi...
Why the Maple Leafs FIRED Brad Treliving | Macklin Celebrini is UNREAL
02 Apr 2026
Contributed by Lukas
On today’s Locked On NHL, Nick Zararis and Hunter Hodies dive into a chaotic week in hockey. We break down the "bananas" race for the final Western ...