Offseason Talk; Marner to VGK, Ehlers & Miller to CAR, Disappointing Teams, McKenna Picks PSU

Dan and Shawn react to some of the offseason’s biggest acquisitions, including Mitch Marner’s eight-year mega deal with Vegas, and why the former Toronto star may thrive with the Golden Knights. The guys also discuss the ripple effect of Marner’s signing and what it means for Jack Eichel and Alex Pietrangelo’s futures with the team. Later on, Dan and Shawn react to Carolina’s additions of Nikolaj Ehlers via free agency and K’Andre Miller via trade, and whether this offseason’s new additions will help the Hurricanes take the next step and surpass the Panthers in 2025-2026. The guys also call out a few Eastern Conference teams who have disappointed with their lack of action this offseason. Dan and Shawn wrap the show by discussing the game-changing news of projected 2026 No. 1 pick Gavin McKenna’s decision to leave the CHL and play college hockey at Penn State.