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June 29th - The Daily Faceoff Show - Feat. Tyler Yaremchuk, Mike McKenna & Mike DeFabo
Season 1, Ep. 179
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Tyler and Mike kicked off the show by talking about possible landing spots for Kevin Fiala. They also hit on the Boston Bruins coaching search and potential offer sheets before getting to Mike DeFabo of the Pittsburgh Post-Gazette!
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179. Babcock Is Back & 2026 NHL Draft Preview w/ Steven Ellis
34:48||Season 3, Ep. 179The Edmonton Oilers are on the verge of one of the biggest moves of the offseason, as they look to hire Mike Babcock as their new head coach as the organization enters a pivotal season.Tyler Yaremchuk and Carter Hutton discuss what Babcock's arrival means for Connor McDavid, Leon Draisaitl, and a team under immense pressure to finally get over the hump. Is this the move that gets Edmonton back to Stanley Cup contention?The guys also play a round of Fill in the Blank, debating the futures of several NHL stars. Will Connor Hellebuyck still be a Winnipeg Jet next season? Is Darnell Nurse's future in Edmonton secure? And what comes next for Mason McTavish as trade speculation continues to swirl around the young Ducks forward?The offseason preview series rolls on with a look at the Boston Bruins. What is the one thing Boston absolutely must accomplish this summer? And what would a dream offseason look like as they try to re-establish themselves as contenders in the Eastern Conference?Steven Ellis joins for The Next Wave to discuss his newest draft rankings, the biggest risers over the past two months, and why Malte Gustafsson has become one of the most intriguing names in this year's class. The crew also debates the most skilled player in the draft behind Gavin McKenna, the toughest prospects to play against, and whether 7-foot-1 defenseman Alexander Karmanov could become the tallest player ever selected in the NHL Draft.Steven Ellis - Full Draft Rankings: https://www.dailyfaceoff.com/news/2026-nhl-draft-rankings-final-top-120-steven-ellis-mckenna-reid-stenberg👍🏼Powered by bet365 | Download the App today. Must be 19+ please play responsibly. 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=cdb9b8👍🏼Movember | https://ca.movember.com/Follow Us!TwitterYouTubeInstagramFacebookNHL, NHL Podcast, Daily Faceoff Live, Toronto Maple Leafs, Darren Raddysh, Mike Babcock, Edmonton Oilers, Connor McDavid, Morgan Rielly, Boston Bruins, Jeremy Swayman, David Pastrnak, Steven Ellis, NHL Draft, Gavin McKenna, Evar Stenberg, Alexander Karmanov, Jonathan Toews, NHL Trade Rumors, NHL Free Agency, Hockey Podcast, NHL News, Auston Matthews, William Nylander, Alex Tuch.
178. The All-Goalie Episode w/ Kevin Woodley
41:14||Season 3, Ep. 178It's an all-goalie edition of Daily Faceoff Live.Tyler Yaremchuk and Carter Hutton break down the NHL's evolving goalie market, looking at the biggest names who could be available through free agency and trade this offseason.The guys discuss Sergei Bobrovsky's future, the best goaltenders available on the open market, and some under-the-radar names who could end up becoming valuable additions for teams looking to upgrade between the pipes.On the trade front, which teams should be calling the Vegas Golden Knights about Adin Hill? Should the Buffalo Sabres move one of their four NHL-caliber goaltenders? Could Jordan Binnington make sense somewhere else? And if Connor Hellebuyck were to become available, where would the reigning Vezina winner fit best?They also take a closer look at the Edmonton Oilers' goaltending situation. Who should Edmonton target to play alongside Tristan Jarry next season? Is a young goalie like Sebastian Cossa worth pursuing? Would a veteran such as Frederik Andersen make more sense? Or should they consider bringing back Connor Ingram?Kevin Woodley of InGoal Magazine joins the show to discuss what teams can learn from the Carolina Hurricanes' Stanley Cup-winning goaltending strategy, whether more NHL clubs should carry three goaltenders, and which goalie reclamation projects could pay off next season.👍🏼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. 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=cdb9b8👍🏼Movember | https://ca.movember.com/Follow Us!TwitterYouTubeInstagramFacebook
177. Trade Rumors Heating Up + Jim Hiller Takes Over in Toronto
31:15||Season 3, Ep. 177The NHL offseason is officially heating up.Tyler Yaremchuk and Carter Hutton react to the Colorado Avalanche trading Ross Colton to the Nashville Predators and discuss what it could mean for the rest of Colorado's summer plans. Is this just the beginning of a busy offseason for the Avalanche?The guys also dive into the latest reporting from David Pagnotta surrounding Morgan Rielly's future in Toronto. Will Rielly still be a Maple Leaf next season, or could the organization look to make a major change after hiring Jim Hiller as the franchise's new head coach?Another hot topic is the reported possibility of Dan Vladar landing a massive contract in Philadelphia. Would a five-year, $25 million deal make sense for the Flyers, or would it be another example of a team overpaying for goaltending in free agency?The offseason preview series continues with a look at the Boston Bruins. What should be priority number one for Don Sweeney this summer? What would a dream offseason look like as Boston tries to get back into Stanley Cup contention?CHAPTERS00:00 - Intro01:00 - Leafs Hire Hiller07:15 - Trade Market Heats Up10:15 - Fill in the Blank16:30 - The All 32 - Brent Walalce24:40 - #askdfo 27:45 - Daily Bets29:30 - 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. 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=cdb9b8👍🏼Movember | https://ca.movember.com/Follow Us!TwitterYouTubeInstagramFacebook
176. Are the Hurricanes the NHL's Next Dynasty? + Leafs Deal Woll to Flyers
35:46||Season 3, Ep. 176The Carolina Hurricanes finally climbed the mountain and captured the Stanley Cup, but the biggest question now is simple: is this just the beginning?Tyler Yaremchuk and Carter Hutton are joined by Jeff Marek to discuss whether the Hurricanes are built to become the NHL's next dynasty, or if this championship was the result of a perfect combination of health, depth, and a favorable playoff path. The crew breaks down Carolina's long-term outlook, why Rod Brind'Amour's group may be positioned for another run, and what other organizations can learn from the Hurricanes' blueprint for success.They also debate the future of the Vegas Golden Knights after falling short in the Stanley Cup Final. Will Kelly McCrimmon and company stay the course after another deep playoff run, or could Vegas make another aggressive move this summer?Plus, Fill in the Blank returns with discussion surrounding John Tortorella's future, the first player likely to be moved from Matt Larkin's NHL Trade Board, and some of the biggest storylines heading into the NHL offseason.The Daily Faceoff Live offseason preview series continues with a look at the Philadelphia Flyers. What should be the organization's top priority this summer? What would a dream offseason look like as the Flyers continue building toward contention?CHAPTERS00:00 - Tortorella OUT in Vegas02:45 - Start of a Dynasty?08:00 - Woll Goes to Philly12:15 - Offseason Preview - Philadelphia16:00 - Jeff Marek - The Sheet28:40 - AskDFO32:10 - Daily Bets32:40 - 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. 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=cdb9b8👍🏼Movember | https://ca.movember.com/Follow Us!TwitterYouTubeInstagramFacebook
175. Storm Surgin’ With Stanley: Canes are Champions
41:48||Season 3, Ep. 175The Carolina Hurricanes are Stanley Cup champions for the second time in franchise history, capping off a dominant postseason run with a 3-0 victory over the Vegas Golden Knights. After years of knocking on the door, Rod Brind’Amour’s group finally broke through and cemented themselves as the NHL’s gold standard.Tyler Yaremchuk and Colby Cohen break down Carolina’s championship-clinching performance, the incredible story of Brandon Bussi stepping in and delivering when the Hurricanes needed him most, and why no team has been more consistently successful over the last eight seasons. The guys also discuss Jordan Staal’s leadership, loyalty to the organization, and historic Conn Smythe Trophy victory as the oldest player in NHL history to win playoff MVP.Was this the crowning achievement that solidifies Rod Brind’Amour as a Hall of Fame coach? What can the rest of the NHL learn from the Hurricanes' blueprint for success? And which member of the championship team has the best story?Plus, what comes next for the Vegas Golden Knights after another deep playoff run? We examine their offseason priorities, key contract decisions, and whether this roster has another Stanley Cup Final appearance in it.David Pagnotta joins the show to share his thoughts on the Hurricanes' championship, the Conn Smythe debate, Vegas’ future, and the biggest storylines coming out of the Stanley Cup Final.00:00 - Intro01:45 - Go Crazy, Caniacs!07:30 - Conn Smythe Staal13:15 - The House Loses20:00 - David Pagnotta33:30 - AskDFO 37:30 - Daily Bets39:00 - 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. 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=cdb9b8👍🏼Movember | https://ca.movember.com/Follow Us!TwitterYouTubeInstagramFacebook
174. The Hurricanes Are One Win Away from the Stanley Cup | Daily Faceoff Live
35:13||Season 3, Ep. 174The Carolina Hurricanes are now just one win away from capturing the Stanley Cup after taking a commanding series lead. Tyler Yaremchuk and Jonny Lazarus break down Carolina's Game 4 victory, including big performances from Sebastian Aho and Andrei Svechnikov, and whether the Panthers should have considered a goaltending change after another tough night for Carter Hart.We also dive into the 2026 Hart Trophy results as Nikita Kucherov narrowly edges Connor McDavid for MVP honors. Was the voting process flawed? Did McDavid deserve more recognition for carrying the Oilers through adversity? The guys debate some of the most controversial ballots from this year's vote.Plus, we take a look at potential NHL buyout candidates this summer, answer your questions in #AskDFO, check in on the latest Conn Smythe Trophy odds, and wrap things up with 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. 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
173. Stanley Cup Final Swing Game & Jeff Marek Joins
34:23||Season 3, Ep. 173Game 5 of the Stanley Cup Final has arrived, and with the series tied, tonight could be the ultimate swing game. We break down the biggest storylines, key matchups, and what each team needs to do to move one win away from the Stanley Cup.We also fire up another edition of Summer Matchmaker, finding the best landing spots for Brendan Gallagher, Elias Pettersson, and Patrik Laine as offseason rumours continue to heat up.Plus, we continue our offseason preview series with a look at the Washington Capitals. What comes next for Alex Ovechkin? Was last season a sign of things to come or just a blip? And what additions do the Caps need to make this summer?Then, Jeff Marek joins the show to discuss how this Stanley Cup Final has changed perceptions around both teams, Carolina's playoff MVP, the latest on Dylan Larkin, Jordan Kyrou's future, and which offseason trade fits stand out the most.👍🏼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. 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
172. Live From Vegas: The Stanley Cup Final Turns To A Best of 3
35:23||Season 3, Ep. 172The Stanley Cup Final keeps delivering.Tyler Yaremchuk and Carter Hutton break down another wild game as Carolina battles back to even the series with Vegas. Is Jordan Staal building a Conn Smythe case? Did Brandon Bussi steal the crease from Frederik Andersen? And has Jack Eichel been completely neutralized by Carolina's shutdown game?Plus, Matt Larkin joins the show to discuss his latest Trade Targets board, the growing Dylan Larkin trade speculation, Nico Hischier's future in New Jersey, and other NHL offseason storylines.Matt Larkin - Trade Board : https://www.dailyfaceoff.com/news/nhl-trade-board-rankings-candidates-offseason-rumors-larkin-hischier-barzal-nurse-mctavish-knies-rielly-ullmark-fox-binningtonThe guys also dive into the latest developments surrounding Mike Babcock and Edmonton's coaching search as the NHL moves forward with its investigation.#NHL #StanleyCupFinal #CarolinaHurricanes #VegasGoldenKnights #JordanStaal #MikeBabcock #DylanLarkin #NHLTradeRumors #DailyFaceoff👍🏼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. 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
171. Live From Vegas: Is Game 4 a Must-Win for the Hurricanes?
37:31||Season 3, Ep. 171Welcome to Daily Faceoff Live from Las Vegas!The Carolina Hurricanes face a massive Game 4 as they look to bounce back and avoid letting the Golden Knights seize control of the Stanley Cup Final. We break down what Carolina needs to do to even the series, the key matchups to watch, and whether momentum has shifted after Vegas's Game 3 win.👍🏼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. 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