Blue Jackets Surge Into Playoffs & Crease Questions for Contenders

The playoff picture continues to shift across the NHL as the Carolina Hurricanes and Minnesota Wild officially clinch their spots, while the Los Angeles Kings make history — but not the kind they were hoping for.The Kings set an NHL record with their 19th loser point of the season after a wild shootout loss, raising questions about consistency and whether this is a team built for playoff success.Meanwhile, it was a tough night for the Winnipeg Jets, as their playoff odds take a hit, while the San Jose Sharks continue to control their draft lottery fate from the driver’s seat.We also discuss the Chicago Blackhawks officially being eliminated from playoff contention following their loss to the Edmonton Oilers, and what this season means for their future development.Plus, the Minnesota Wild continue trending in the right direction as they lock into the postseason for the 6th time in 7 years — but are they truly dangerous heading into the playoffs?👍🏼Powered by @bet365 | Hockey fans - Check out bet-three-six-five’s 3-Goal Early Payout. When your team goes up three, you get paid. It’s that simple. Download the app today. Must be 19+ please play responsibly. Download the App today and use promo code: NATION. http://www.bet365.ca/👍🏼Shark Ninja Canada: https://www.sharkninja.ca/ninja-crispi-pro-6-in-1-countertop-glass-air-fryer-rose-quartz/AS101CRS.html?utm_source=Meta&utm_medium=Paid+Social&utm_campaign=H1NinjaCrispi&utm_content=NinjaEN&dwvar_AS101CRS_color=cdb9b8Follow Us!TwitterYouTubeInstagramFacebook Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Nathan MacKinnon has reached another milestone — but the MVP race might not be over yet.In this episode we break down Nathan MacKinnon hitting the 50-goal mark for the second time in his career, and debate whether it’s MacKinnon vs the field in the Hart Trophy race.We also take a hard look at the Los Angeles Kings jumping into a playoff spot — but are they actually built to win when it matters?Plus, we dive into:• Whether Cole Caufield or Connor McDavid can reach 50 goals• Why the Kings’ underlying numbers raise major questions• The San Jose Sharks staying alive in the playoff picture• Macklin Celebrini’s huge four-point game• Ranking young goalies preparing for their first NHL playoffs• The latest from David Pagnotta’s Insider NotebookWith the playoff race tightening and awards races heating up, every result — and every performance — is starting to matter.👍🏼Powered by @bet365 | Hockey fans - Check out bet-three-six-five’s 3-Goal Early Payout. When your team goes up three, you get paid. It’s that simple. Download the app today. Must be 19+ please play responsibly. Download the App today and use promo code: NATION. http://www.bet365.ca/👍🏼Shark Ninja Canada: https://www.sharkninja.ca/ninja-crispi-pro-6-in-1-countertop-glass-air-fryer-rose-quartz/AS101CRS.html?utm_source=Meta&utm_medium=Paid+Social&utm_campaign=H1NinjaCrispi&utm_content=NinjaEN&dwvar_AS101CRS_color=cdb9b8Follow Us!TwitterYouTubeInstagramFacebook Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Welcome to Daily Faceoff Live with Tyler Yaremchuk and Carter Hutton!We kick things off with major changes coming in Toronto, as Keith Pelley lays out the vision for the next Toronto Maple Leafs GM. Will they retool or rebuild? And does a data-driven approach mean more big changes behind the bench?Then, the Ottawa Senators miss a golden opportunity in the Eastern Conference race, dropping another crucial game while Linus Ullmark struggles. Meanwhile, chaos across the East as the Detroit Red Wings, Philadelphia Flyers, Columbus Blue Jackets, and New York Islanders all stumble — tightening one of the wildest playoff races in years.It’s also April Fools’ Day, so we’re putting fake headlines to the test — including whether the Winnipeg Jets clinching a playoff spot sounds believable, and whether Alex Ovechkin returning for another season with the Washington Capitals would shock anyone.Plus, in The Coaches Room, Steve Peters joins to break down the systems in Vegas and what John Tortorella could change with the Vegas Golden Knights — and whether their struggles are about structure, goaltending, or something deeper.We also hit the Western Conference race, daily bets, and finish with one of the wildest moments of the night — a goalie fight you won’t want to miss.👍🏼Powered by @bet365 | Hockey fans - Check out bet-three-six-five’s 3-Goal Early Payout. When your team goes up three, you get paid. It’s that simple. Download the app today. Must be 19+ please play responsibly. Download the App today and use promo code: NATION. http://www.bet365.ca/👍🏼Shark Ninja Canada: https://www.sharkninja.ca/ninja-crispi-pro-6-in-1-countertop-glass-air-fryer-rose-quartz/AS101CRS.html?utm_source=Meta&utm_medium=Paid+Social&utm_campaign=H1NinjaCrispi&utm_content=NinjaEN&dwvar_AS101CRS_color=cdb9b8Follow Us!TwitterYouTubeInstagramFacebook Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Welcome to Daily Faceoff Live with Tyler Yaremchuk and Carter Hutton!Brad Treliving is OUT in Toronto… now the pressure shifts to what comes next. The Toronto Maple Leafs have fired GM Brad Treliving after three seasons, and we break down the fatal flaws that led to this moment — from questionable trades to a lack of signature wins.The Vegas Golden Knights make headlines of their own as John Tortorella earns a win in his debut behind the bench.We also dive into the meteoric rise of Macklin Celebrini as the teenage phenom hits the 100-point mark — something not seen since Connor McDavid did it. How many Hart Trophies could Celebrini realistically win in his first decade?Plus, playoff math heats up for the Anaheim Ducks, and we break down what needs to happen for them to steal a division title.And in Garbage Time, things get heated as Max Domi and Radko Gudas drop the gloves at center ice.👍🏼Powered by @bet365 | Hockey fans - Check out bet-three-six-five’s 3-Goal Early Payout. When your team goes up three, you get paid. It’s that simple. Download the app today. Must be 19+ please play responsibly. Download the App today and use promo code: NATION. http://www.bet365.ca/👍🏼Shark Ninja Canada: https://www.sharkninja.ca/ninja-crispi-pro-6-in-1-countertop-glass-air-fryer-rose-quartz/AS101CRS.html?utm_source=Meta&utm_medium=Paid+Social&utm_campaign=H1NinjaCrispi&utm_content=NinjaEN&dwvar_AS101CRS_color=cdb9b8Follow Us!TwitterYouTubeInstagramFacebook Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Welcome to Daily Faceoff Live with Tyler Yaremchuk and Carter Hutton!The Vegas Golden Knights have made a stunning move, firing Bruce Cassidy just four seasons after hiring him—and only two years removed from winning the Stanley Cup in 2023. Was this a panic move by management, or a necessary decision after tensions behind the scenes?We break down what led to Cassidy’s firing, whether a coaching shelf life is inevitable in today’s NHL, and what this means for Vegas moving forward. Plus, we dive into rumors of locker room friction, roster construction questions, and whether a coaching change like John Tortorella entering the picture would make sense.Elsewhere, the Philadelphia Flyers are surging back into the playoff race with three straight wins and elite 5-on-5 play, while the Boston Bruins delivered a massive comeback win that could define their postseason push. We also welcome Ken Boehlke from SinBin Vegas to give inside perspective on the Golden Knights’ decision.  @SinBinVegas  All that, plus our Man of the Weekend, betting picks, and a wild finish in Garbage Time.👍🏼Powered by @bet365 | Hockey fans - Check out bet-three-six-five’s 3-Goal Early Payout. When your team goes up three, you get paid. It’s that simple. Download the app today. Must be 19+ please play responsibly. Download the App today and use promo code: NATION. http://www.bet365.ca/👍🏼Shark Ninja Canada: https://www.sharkninja.ca/ninja-crispi-pro-6-in-1-countertop-glass-air-fryer-rose-quartz/AS101CRS.html?utm_source=Meta&utm_medium=Paid+Social&utm_campaign=H1NinjaCrispi&utm_content=NinjaEN&dwvar_AS101CRS_color=cdb9b8Follow Us!TwitterYouTubeInstagramFacebook Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Welcome to Daily Faceoff Live with Jonny Lazarus and Carter Hutton!Today we start with the Playoff Race in the East as this could end up being one of the biggest weekends of the season!Who will come out on top and who will fall out of the race?Then we talk about the Race to 50 goals as Nathan MacKinnon jumps to 48 and Cole Caufield sits at 44. Can they both make it? We will also talk about the Vezina Trophy as Ilya Sorokin jumps ahead of Vasilevskiy !Then David Pagnotta will join the show to talk all things hockey and what will happen to the teams that fall!👍🏼Powered by @bet365 | Hockey fans - Check out bet-three-six-five’s 3-Goal Early Payout. When your team goes up three, you get paid. It’s that simple. Download the app today. Must be 19+ please play responsibly. Download the App today and use promo code: NATION. http://www.bet365.ca/👍🏼Shark Ninja Canada: https://www.sharkninja.ca/ninja-crispi-pro-6-in-1-countertop-glass-air-fryer-rose-quartz/AS101CRS.html?utm_source=Meta&utm_medium=Paid+Social&utm_campaign=H1NinjaCrispi&utm_content=NinjaEN&dwvar_AS101CRS_color=cdb9b8Follow Us!TwitterYouTubeInstagramFacebook Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Welcome to Daily Faceoff Live with Tyler Yaremchuk and Carter Hutton!Today we start the show talking about last nights game between the Buffalo Sabres and Boston Bruins. What type of expectation is being put on Boston this post season? What would be considered a successful season?Then we jump over to the Norris Trophy race. It seems Zach Weresnki is the name to beat this year, but could Makar or Bouchard make a push? We will also look at some big matchups heading into tonight. The New York Rangers have officially been eliminated from the playoffs. What could their summer hold and what went wrong?👍🏼Powered by @bet365 | Hockey fans - Check out bet-three-six-five’s 3-Goal Early Payout. When your team goes up three, you get paid. It’s that simple. Download the app today. Must be 19+ please play responsibly. Download the App today and use promo code: NATION. http://www.bet365.ca/👍🏼Shark Ninja Canada: https://www.sharkninja.ca/ninja-crispi-pro-6-in-1-countertop-glass-air-fryer-rose-quartz/AS101CRS.html?utm_source=Meta&utm_medium=Paid+Social&utm_campaign=H1NinjaCrispi&utm_content=NinjaEN&dwvar_AS101CRS_color=cdb9b8Follow Us!TwitterYouTubeInstagramFacebook Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

The Vegas Golden Knights are slipping at a critical time — should there be concern about Adin Hill and their recent struggles? We open the show by breaking down Vegas’ latest loss and what it could mean as the playoffs approach.Then we shift to the Eastern Conference playoff race, where the Columbus Blue Jackets and Ottawa Senators continue to push for position in what’s becoming a tightly contested battle.In Fill in the Blank, we debate Nikita Kucherov’s MVP chances — just how likely is he to take home the Hart Trophy this season?Tyler Yaremchuk and Carter Hutton are then joined by Steve Peters to take a closer look at potential coaching changes this summer, including questions surrounding teams like Edmonton, Utah, and Philadelphia.Plus, in Garbage Time, we celebrate Paul Maurice reaching 2,000 NHL games coached, a milestone achievement for one of the league’s longest-tenured bench bosses.👍🏼Powered by @bet365 | Hockey fans - Check out bet-three-six-five’s 3-Goal Early Payout. When your team goes up three, you get paid. It’s that simple. Download the app today. Must be 19+ please play responsibly. Download the App today and use promo code: NATION. http://www.bet365.ca/ 👍🏼Shark Ninja Canada: https://www.sharkninja.ca/ninja-crispi-pro-6-in-1-countertop-glass-air-fryer-rose-quartz/AS101CRS.html?utm_source=Meta&utm_medium=Paid+Social&utm_campaign=H1NinjaCrispi&utm_content=NinjaEN&dwvar_AS101CRS_color=cdb9b8Follow Us!TwitterYouTubeInstagramFacebook Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

The Nashville Predators are heating up — and they’ve suddenly jumped into a playoff spot.On this episode we break down Nashville’s fourth straight win and what’s fueling their late-season surge as they move into the Western Conference playoff picture.We also dive into Connor McDavid calling the Pacific Division a “pillow fight” after a loss to Tampa Bay — and whether he’s right about how wide open the division really is.Plus, we take a look at the chaos in the Eastern Conference:• The Philadelphia Flyers climbing back into the race• Five teams separated by just a few points in the East• Why this might come down to the final days of the seasonAnd in our “Guy, Stat & Trend” segment:• What history tells us about Stanley Cup contenders• Teams dealing with goaltending concerns down the stretch• The Detroit Red Wings continuing to slideWe also hit on the AJ Greer suspension debate, #AskDFO, and more from around the NHL.With the playoff race tightening in both conferences, every result is starting to matter.👍🏼Powered by @bet365 | Hockey fans - Check out bet-three-six-five’s 3-Goal Early Payout. When your team goes up three, you get paid. It’s that simple. Download the app today. Must be 19+ please play responsibly. Download the App today and use promo code: NATION. http://www.bet365.ca/ Follow Us!TwitterYouTubeInstagramFacebook Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

The Columbus Blue Jackets are suddenly in the driver’s seat in the Eastern Conference playoff race.On this episode we break down Columbus’ incredible 7-0-3 run over their last 10 games and how they’ve managed to climb into a playoff position despite a tough schedule.We also take a closer look at one of the biggest storylines across the league right now — goalie uncertainty heading into the playoffs. From Edmonton to Colorado, Montreal to Vegas and Pittsburgh, there are major questions between the pipes for several contenders.Plus, we dive into:• The Blue Jackets’ recent surge and what’s driving their success• Key goalie situations to watch as the playoffs approach• Young goalies making an impact around the NHL• Top prospects like Cole Eiserman turning pro• Early discussion around the 2026 NHL Draft class• #AskDFO and our bet365 Daily BetsWith the playoff race tightening and major questions forming across the league, we break down everything you need to know.👍🏼Powered by @bet365 | Hockey fans - Check out bet-three-six-five’s 3-Goal Early Payout. When your team goes up three, you get paid. It’s that simple. Download the app today. Must be 19+ please play responsibly. Download the App today and use promo code: NATION. http://www.bet365.ca/ 👍🏼TIm Horton’s: https://www.timhortons.ca/rollupFollow Us!TwitterYouTubeInstagramFacebook Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.