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
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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October 24, 2025 • 41 mins
Today’s episode of The Hockey News Big Show features a special guest, Nate Ewell, the former media relations manager for the Washington Capitals. He was around when the Capitals drafted Alex Ovechkin and changed the atmosphere and mindset about the team.
Here’s what Nate Ewell, Ryan Kennedy and Michael Traikos discussed in this episode:
01:10: Nate shares some stories about Ovechkin in his early days as an NHLer.
04:50: When did...
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October 22, 2025 • 46 mins
The Hockey News Big Show is back to discuss some hot topics across the NHL and beyond.
Here’s what Katie Gaus, Ryan Kennedy and Michael Traikos discussed in this episode:
0:57: Thoughts on what Tuesday’s Devils and Leafs game showed (good or bad) for both teams?
7:15: Mitch Marner's off to a solid start in Vegas, with 10 points in seven games and a four-game multi-point streak. Will he be more dangerous in Vegas than in Toronto...
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October 20, 2025 • 44 mins
The Hockey News Big Show kicks off the week by discussing some hot topics across the NHL and beyond.
Here’s what former NHL goalie Devan Dubnyk, Ryan Kennedy and Michael Traikos discussed in this episode:
0:52: Vegas, Seattle, Colorado, Carolina are all undefeated in regulation. Which team looks like the biggest threat?
5:20: After starting the season 5-1-0, are the Detroit Red Wings for real? What's been different so far this s...
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October 17, 2025 • 46 mins
The Hockey News Big Show is here on Friday to dive into significant topics across the NHL and beyond.
Here’s what former NHL player Drew Shore, Michael Traikos and Ryan Kennedy discussed in this episode:
00:40: Reacting to Carter Hart joining the Vegas Golden Knights organization on a tryout
03:30: How much of an impact will the layoff be for Hart?
06:20: Are you worried about the Minnesota Wild's offense?
08:30: Are there any...
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October 15, 2025 • 44 mins
The Hockey News Big Show is here to discuss the big topics in the NHL and elsewhere.
Here’s what Katie Gaus, Michael Traikos and Ryan Kennedy discussed in this episode:
0:43: Is it time to start worrying about the Toronto Maple Leafs' top six forwards needing help?
4:45: Thoughts on Easton Cowan’s start to his NHL career?
7:36: How concerning is it that Ottawa Senators captain Brady Tkachuk is hurt again?
10:09: Which team wit...
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October 10, 2025 • 45 mins
The Hockey News Big Show breaks down the opening week of the NHL season so far and more big storylines.
Here’s what Michael Traikos, Ryan Kennedy and former pro player Drew Shore discussed in this episode:
01:20: What are reasonable expectations for Matthew Schaefer after his NHL debut?
04:50: How many points will Schaefer end up with?
06:30: Are the Pittsburgh Penguins being underestimated?
07:40: Thoughts on Jonathan Toews' ...
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October 8, 2025 • 50 mins
The Hockey News Big Show breaks down the opening day of the NHL season and more big storylines.
Here’s what Katie Gaus, Michael Traikos and Ryan Kennedy discussed in this episode:
01:05: Chicago Blackhawks @ Florida Panthers reaction
03:15: New York Rangers @ Pittsburgh Penguins reaction
06:55: Colorado Avalanche @ Los Angeles Kings reaction
10:50: Who were surprising names on the NHL’s opening day rosters?
14:00: Which young...
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October 6, 2025 • 51 mins
The Hockey News Big Show is here with former longtime NHL goalie Devan Dubnyk to preview the 2025-26 NHL season for each team in the Pacific Division. But first, they have big news to discuss on the contract front.
Here’s what Michael Traikos, Ryan Kennedy and Devan Dubnyk discussed in this episode:
0:59: Connor McDavid signed a two-year contract extension with the Oilers worth $12.5 million annually. Thoughts?
5:19: What must h...
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