The Big Show
On Mondays, Wednesdays and Fridays, we'll have in-depth analysis and lively discussion about everything happening in the NHL. Whether it’s trade rumors, player development or season predictions, it has expert takes and fresh perspectives on every episode.
Episodes
December 10, 2025 • 39 mins
The Hockey News Big Show is here to discuss more big topics in the NHL and beyond.
Here's what Drew Shore, Ryan Kennedy and Michael Traikos discussed:
01:00: What are your expectations of the Vancouver Canucks with Thatcher Demko nearing a return from injury?
03:45: Can Dennis Hildeby keep the Toronto Maple Leafs afloat until they get one of their top two goalies back?
08:15: Can the Detroit Red Wings win a playoff round?
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December 8, 2025 • 45 mins
The Hockey News Big Show is here to discuss more big topics in the NHL and beyond.
Here's what ex-NHL goalie Devan Dubnyk, Michael Traikos and Andrew McInnis, discussed:
2:00: Connor McDavid scored a hat trick last week and has recorded a combined 12 shots in his past two games. Do you like his game when he shoots more? Is he more valuable as a playmaker or a scorer?
4:30: From Dubnyk's perspective, is McDavid underrated as a sh...
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December 5, 2025 • 42 mins
The Hockey News Big Show is here to discuss more big topics in the NHL and beyond.
Here's what Katie Gaus, Ryan Kennedy and Michael Traikos discussed:
1:25: While there seems to be some tangible improvement the Toronto Maple Leafs, could an injury to Joseph Woll derail all that?
5:26: The Washington Capitals have now won six in a row and sit at the top of the Metropolitan Division. Are they Cup contenders?
9:34: The Tampa Bay...
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December 3, 2025 • 44 mins
Here's what Ryan Kennedy, Michael Traikos and Andrew McInnis discussed:
01:50: Reacting to reports the Olympic hockey rink will be smaller than a standard NHL rink
07:40: What would a comparison to this Olympic rink news be in another sport?
09:30: What do you think the U.S. Thanksgiving benchmark means for teams like the Maple Leafs and Panthers?
18:00: What are your thoughts on Sheldon Keefe's comments about the fights betwee...
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December 1, 2025 • 42 mins
Here's what former NHL goalie Devan Dubnyk, Ryan Kennedy and Michael Traikos discussed:
0:36: The Tampa Bay Lightning extended their winning streak to seven games. What can you attribute to their success?
2:30: Will the Bolts be able to sustain this?
5:43: Connor Bedard capped off a four-point night against Anaheim by chirping the Ducks' bench. These two teams play again on Sunday – can we expect any fireworks?
7:40: Is it exc...
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November 28, 2025 • 44 mins
The Hockey News Big Show is here to discuss more big topics in the NHL and beyond.
Here’s what Katie Gaus, Michael Traikos and Ryan Kennedy discussed:
0:50: Could this year's Colorado Avalanche become the best regular-season team ever? And what is the key factor making them such a force this season?
5:13: To rebuild or not to rebuild? That's the question surrounding the Calgary Flames, Nashville Predators and Vancouver Canucks. ...
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November 26, 2025 • 41 mins
The Hockey News Big Show is here to discuss more big topics in the NHL and beyond.
Here’s what Ryan Kennedy, Michael Traikos and ex-NHLer Drew Shore discussed:
0:55: The Vancouver Canucks are open for business. Pending UFAs Evander Kane, Kiefer Sherwood, Teddy Blueger and Derek Forbort are reportedly available. Which one would you pursue?
3:50: What do you make of the Canucks, and what direction would you pursue with them?
5:3...
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November 24, 2025 • 44 mins
Here’s what Ryan Kennedy, Michael Traikos and former NHL goaltender Devan Dubnyk discussed:
1:00: Connor Hellebuyck will be out for four to six weeks after having knee surgery on Saturday. How competitive can the Jets be without their No. 1 goaltender?
2:20: How does a goalie's mindset change going from being the backup to the starter?
4:50: Will Hellebuyck’s injury affect his chances of playing for the United States in the Oly...
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November 21, 2025 • 45 mins
The Hockey News Big Show is here to discuss more big topics in the NHL and beyond.
Here’s what Ryan Kennedy, Katie Gaus and Gary Pearson discussed:
0:45: We’ve reached the quarter mark of the NHL’s regular season, and some of the teams in a playoff position (and out of one) are a big surprise. Which team not in this current playoff picture is the biggest surprise?
4:40: Which series would you love to see actually happen?
8:15:...
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November 19, 2025 • 38 mins
The Hockey News Big Show is here to discuss more big topics in the NHL and beyond.
Here’s what former NHLer Drew Shore, Ryan Kennedy and Michael Traikos discussed:
1:00: Who are the top Stanley Cup contenders right now?
5:00: How many Canadian teams will make the playoffs?
10:50: What kind of player should the Toronto Maple Leafs target if they are going to make a trade?
15:00: Thoughts on Patrick Roy going off on Mikko Rantan...
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November 17, 2025 • 41 mins
The Hockey News Big Show is here for a new week of discussing big topics in the NHL and beyond.
Here’s what Ryan Kennedy, former NHL goaltender Devan Dubnyk and Michael Traikos discussed:
0:36: The Detroit Red Wings and New York Rangers had a bench-clearing scrum after the final buzzer when Mason Appleton shot the puck in the net. Was he out of line?
4:00: Jack Hughes will be out eight weeks after undergoing surgery on his finge...
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November 14, 2025 • 47 mins
The Hockey News Big Show is here to discuss more big topics in the NHL and beyond.
Here’s what Gary Pearson, Ryan Kennedy and Michael Traikos discussed:
2:00: There is now a three-way tie for the top of the Atlantic Division between the Montreal Canadiens, Boston Bruins and Ottawa Senators. Which team(s) will stay in the top three?
5:55: Toronto's winless streak has stretched to four games after Thursday's overtime loss against ...
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November 12, 2025 • 39 mins
The Hockey News Big Show is here to discuss more big topics in the NHL and beyond.
Here’s what Drew Shore, Ryan Kennedy and Michael Traikos discussed:
01:05: Does the NHL have a Nikita Zadorov problem after Auston Matthews hit?
04:40: Whose injuries will impact the team more: the Toronto Maple or Vancouver Canucks?
07:30: What contributes to rookies staying in the NHL or going back to junior?
12:30: Is it more beneficial to re...
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November 10, 2025 • 47 mins
The Hockey News Big Show is here to discuss more big topics in the NHL and beyond.
Here’s what Ryan Kennedy, Michael Traikos and Ken Campbell discussed in this episode:
0:40: What's wrong with the Edmonton Oilers, and what can be done to fix it?
3:52: Are the Oilers really missing Corey Perry right now?
5:55: Do the Toronto Maple Leafs have a goaltending problem or does most of their struggles fall on the defense?
9:18: How ...
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November 7, 2025 • 49 mins
The Hockey News Big Show is here to discuss more big topics in the NHL and beyond.
Here’s what Katie Gaus, Ryan Kennedy and Michael Traikos discussed in this episode:
0:36: Only six points separate first place and last place in the Eastern Conference. In the West, there are six different teams within three points of the second wild-card position. Is this the tightest NHL standings you've seen at this stage of the season in years?...
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November 5, 2025 • 45 mins
The Hockey News Big Show is here to discuss more big topics in the NHL and beyond.
Here’s what former NHLer Drew Shore, Ryan Kennedy and Michael Traikos discussed in this episode:
01:00: Do the New York Islanders need an enforcer to protect Matthew Schaefer?
04:30: Is there a difference when a team has a designated enforcer?
07:20: The Nashville Predators and Minnesota Wild game had a bizarre ending when Marcus Johansson was aw...
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November 3, 2025 • 45 mins
It’s time to kick off a new week with more big NHL and hockey topics on The Hockey News Big Show.
Here’s what former NHL goaltender Devan Dubnyk, Ryan Kennedy and Michael Traikos discussed in this episode:
0:41: What's more heartbreaking: the Oilers' Game 7 loss, or the Blue Jays' Game 7 loss?
2:35: Is this just a hot start to the season for the Pittsburgh Penguins, or can they sustain this?
4:25: What is contributing more to...
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October 31, 2025 • 55 mins
Happy Halloween, hockey fans. It’s time to discuss more big NHL and hockey topics ahead of the weekend on The Hockey News Big Show.
Here’s what former NHL player Drew Shore, Ryan Kennedy and Michael Traikos discussed in this episode:
00:40: Were the New York Islanders justified in making Mathew Barzal a healthy scratch for arriving late to the bus?
04:15: What is Tyler Seguin's legacy after his 1,000th game?
08:30: Is Nikita Ku...
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October 29, 2025 • 46 mins
It’s time to discuss more big NHL and hockey topics on The Hockey News Big Show.
Here’s what Katie Gaus, Ryan Kennedy and Michael Traikos discussed in this episode:
0:54: Reacting to the Utah Mammoth signing forward Logan Cooley to an eight-year contract extension at $10 million annually
6:25: With the NHL Frozen Frenzy taking place Tuesday, what matchup stood out to you the most and why?
10:04 Of all the East-West matchups we...
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October 27, 2025 • 50 mins
Former NHL goaltender Devan Dubnyk is back on the Monday edition of The Hockey News Big Show.
Here’s what former Dubnyk, Ryan Kennedy and Michael Traikos discussed in this episode:
0:41: What will be key for the New Jersey Devils to continue like this as the season goes on?
3:34: What do you make of how the Devils are built, and can they sustain this style win in the playoffs?
6:50: So much for the sophomore slump: Macklin Cel...
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