The Big Show

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

2026 World Juniors Special

December 26, 2025 • 36 mins
The Hockey News Big Show is here to break down the 2026 World Junior Championship in Minnesota. Here's what Ryan Kennedy, Tony Ferrari and Michael Traikos discussed: 0:46: Will this year be different for Team Canada after back-to-back early exits?  2:28: What do you think of Gavin McKenna after the beginning of the season?  4:35: If there is a level concern for the Canadians, where's it at?  7:31: What are you looking to see f...
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How Much Will Jarvis And Slavin's Injuries Hurt The Hurricanes?

December 24, 2025 • 33 mins
Here's what former NHLer Drew Shore, Ryan Kennedy and Michael Traikos discussed: 00:40: Is firing Marc Savard the first of many coaching staff moves for the Toronto Maple Leafs? 04:00: How much influence does the power-play coach have on the results, or does it fall mainly on the players? 05:20: Thoughts on the play that caused Seth Jarvis to crash into the net against the Florida Panthers last week? 08:00: How much will the in...
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Have The Leafs Given Up On Their Coach?

December 22, 2025 • 36 mins
Here's what former NHL goalie Devan Dubnyk, Ryan Kennedy and Michael Traikos discussed: 0:56: Phillip Danault was traded to the Montreal Canadiens by the Los Angeles Kings on Friday for a second-round pick in the 2026 NHL draft. Thoughts on this pickup?  2:15: How does this Danault trade add to Montreal's depth? 3:38: What does this trade mean for the Kings? Are they just freeing up cap space?  6:07: The Seattle Kraken traded M...
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Can The Red Wings Stay Atop The Atlantic Division?

December 19, 2025 • 47 mins
Here's what Ryan Kennedy, Michael Traikos and betting analyst Gary Pearson discussed: 1:30: What is the confidence in the Detroit Red Wings making the playoffs this year?  4:00: Can Detroit hold onto that top spot in the Atlantic Division?  5:38: Is Craig Berube to blame for any of the Leafs' struggles? 12:22: Which team needs to reset the most in 2026: Seattle, Buffalo or Vancouver? 13:56: Is there another team that needs to ...
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Evaluating The Ceilings For Oilers' Jarry And Penguins' Skinner

December 17, 2025 • 34 mins
Here's what ex-NHLer Drew Shore, Ryan Kennedy and Michael Traikos discussed: 01:15: Which goalie has a higher ceiling on their new team: Tristan Jarry or Stuart Skinner? 03:55: Are we seeing an angry Connor McDavid these past few games? 06:10: Are the Los Angeles Kings going to be in the market for another goalie with Darcy Kuemper injured? 10:45: Does the Sabres' new GM change your opinion of how successful the team can be thi...
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Will Stuart Skinner Thrive With A Change Of Scenery?

December 15, 2025 • 37 mins
Here's what Ryan Kennedy, Michael Traikos and ex-goalie Devan Dubnyk discussed: 0:33: Is Quinn Hughes the missing piece for Minnesota to finally make it past the first round?  5:25: Does Minnesota have the centers to compete in their division?  9:39: Zeev Buium, Marco Rossi and Liam Ohgren were acquired by the Canucks in the trade. Did they get enough to accomplish what they wanted?  12:23: Do you think a new environment in Pit...
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Can The Utah Mammoth Get Back On Track?

December 12, 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: 0:36: Is this really the end of an era for Quinn Hughes in Vancouver?  2:16: Who are potential suitors for Quinn Hughes?  5:44: Are you confident Vancouver can get enough back for Hughes?  7:40: Utah has lost seven of 10, and now Logan Cooley is out for eight weeks. Are the Mamm...
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Could The Red Wings Win A Playoff Round This Year?

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? 15:2...
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Dissecting The Oilers' Mini Hot Streak

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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Could A Potential Injury Derail The Maple Leafs' Momentum?

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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Should Avs' Cale Makar Win The Hart Trophy?

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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How Important Is Mike Matheson To The Canadiens?

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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Should The Flames, Canucks And Predators Rebuild?

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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What Should We Expect From Auston Matthews' Return To Leafs?

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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How Competitive Are The Jets Without Hellebuyck?

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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Examining The NHL's Playoff Picture At The Quarter Mark

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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Predicting The NHL’s Major Award Winners At The Quarter Mark

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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Reacting To Red Wings And Rangers’ Big Scrum, Kempe’s Re-Signing And More

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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Will The Canadiens, Senators And Bruins Continue To Lead The Atlantic?

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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Will Injuries Hurt The Canucks Or Leafs The Most?

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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