The Hockey News Big Show is here to break down the Stanley Cup final and look at some big topics around the NHL and beyond, with longtime coach Bruce Boudreau giving his expert insight. Here’s what Katie Gaus, Michael Traikos and Bruce Boudreau discussed in this episode: 1:13: The Oilers made NHL history in the Stanley Cup final by winning a game after trailing 3-0. How does a win like this change things for Edmonton? 5:23: Was the second period more Florida’s fault or all Edmonton’s doing to get back in the game? 6:52: What does Boudreau make of the officiating? 9:45: Stuart Skinner was pulled after the first period, Pickard went in and shut the door. Were you surprised at all by the goalie pull after the first? And is Pickard the Game 5 starter? 14:34: If you're coaching Florida, what are you saying after that game? How are you ensuring your team is ready to bounce back for a quick turnaround for Game 5? What about Edmonton? 17:11: Do you think Florida is best suited to be unfazed by blowing a 3-0 lead? 20:48: What has stood out to Boudreau in this series, good or bad? 25:36: The last Cup final that had more overtime games was Toronto and Montreal in 1951, when all five games required OT. Will this series match that? 28:01: Predictions for Game 5? 30:53: Thoughts on the Chris Kreider trade, and what else should the New York Rangers be looking to do? 33:17: Should Mitch Marner go to the New York Rangers? 38:14: Jonathan Toews gears up to make his NHL return, so where do we see him landing? 42:08: Connor Hellebuyck wins Hart Trophy as MVP. Do we agree with this? 43:45: Who is more clutch: Leon Draisaitl or Connor McDavid? 45:23: This is the best Stanley Cup final since when? Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

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