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Nikita Kucherov is on fire. After requesting a trade from the Tampa Bay Lightning on October 30, Kucherov posted a natural hat trick as Tampa Bay crushed the Buffalo Sabres 8-3.We look at Kucherov’s incredible run since the trade request, his chemistry with Brandon Hagel, and why the conversation around his future has suddenly gone quiet. We also play The % Game with Connor McDavid’s MVP chances and the possibility of Matvei Michkov staying in Philadelphia all season.Plus, we discuss the NHL potentially using replay assist technology for officials and what that could mean for the game. Matt Larkin from Daily Faceoff joins us to break down the NHL Trade Board, including the latest on Detroit Red Wings defenseman Simon Edvinsson and the players and teams that could make sense as the trade market develops. Who is the best player-team match to watch as the NHL trade deadline approaches?👍🏼Powered by bet365 | Download the App today. Must be 19+ please play responsibly. http://www.bet365.ca/👍🏼Merch & Jasper Pond Hockey | https://nationgear.ca/👍🏼Coca Cola: https://www.coca-cola.com/ca/en/offerings/coca-cola/hockey👍🏼Movember: https://movember.com/👍🏼DoorDash: https://www.doordash.com/en-CAFollow Us!TwitterYouTubeInstagramFacebook

The Connor Hellebuyck saga is heating up again. Winnipeg Jets head coach Scott Arniel says Hellebuyck “gave up on us” after the New Jersey Devils decided not to start their star goaltender in his return to Winnipeg. We break down Arniel’s comments, Hellebuyck’s response and the latest from both sides of the situation.NHL The Edmonton Oilers have taken over first place in the Western Conference, with Devon Levi making an immediate impression in Edmonton. We look at how good Levi has been and what his emergence could mean for the Oilers, while also discussing Connor McDavid’s record-breaking assist streak coming to an end.Plus, David Pagnotta of The Fourth Period joins us for the latest NHL trade rumours. What happens if the Toronto Maple Leafs and Pittsburgh Penguins continue to struggle? Are the Chicago Blackhawks preparing to make a move?And did last season’s Buffalo Sabres create false expectations around what a rebuilding team can accomplish? We also discuss the 2026 Hockey Hall of Fame class, including Patrice Bergeron, Carey Price, Pekka Rinne, Keith Tkachuk, Cindy Curley and Brian Burke.The class was officially inducted Monday, with the speeches generating plenty of NHL discussion. 👍🏼Powered by bet365 | Download the App today. Must be 19+ please play responsibly. http://www.bet365.ca/👍🏼Merch & Jasper Pond Hockey | https://nationgear.ca/👍🏼Coca Cola: https://www.coca-cola.com/ca/en/offerings/coca-cola/hockey👍🏼Movember: https://movember.com/👍🏼DoorDash: https://www.doordash.com/en-CAFollow Us!TwitterYouTubeInstagramFacebook

The Pacific Division is taking shape, with the Edmonton Oilers and Vegas Golden Knights establishing themselves as the teams to beat while the Anaheim Ducks currently sit third.Are those three teams already the favourites to finish atop the Pacific, and are we heading toward a season with five playoff teams coming from the Central Division? Meanwhile, the Toronto Maple Leafs, Pittsburgh Penguins and Detroit Red Wings continue to struggle. If their slides continue, which team would be the most intriguing seller at the NHL Trade Deadline?Plus, Connor Hellebuyck won't play Tuesday in his return to Winnipeg as the Jets prepare to face the former Vezina Trophy winner. We discuss the strange announcement and where Hellebuyck could watch the game from.And Cutter Gauthier and Mikael Granlund had an incredible weekend, combining for 11 points. Gauthier continues to tear up the NHL as his breakout season reaches another level.👍🏼Powered by bet365 | Download the App today. Must be 19+ please play responsibly. http://www.bet365.ca/👍🏼Merch & Jasper Pond Hockey | https://nationgear.ca/👍🏼Coca Cola: https://www.coca-cola.com/ca/en/offerings/coca-cola/hockey👍🏼Movember: https://movember.com/👍🏼DoorDash: https://www.doordash.com/en-CAFollow Us!TwitterYouTubeInstagramFacebook

David Pastrnak and Pavel Zacha lead the Boston Bruins to a 6-2 win, and the numbers behind this dynamic duo are impressive. With both players on the ice, Boston is outscoring opponents 10-2, while the Bruins have jumped out to a 12-4-1 record. We discuss whether Boston is actually this good and how the Bruins stack up in an Atlantic Division where every team is currently at .500 or better.Jeff Marek joins us for The Sheet to discuss the chaos between the Edmonton Oilers and Anaheim Ducks, including a controversial hit that sparked a heated response and the possibility of a new NHL rivalry developing. We also dive into Paul Pidutti’s latest look at active players and their Hockey Hall of Fame cases, including some surprising names and where players like Connor McDavid, Sidney Crosby, Nathan MacKinnon, Auston Matthews, Cale Makar, Mikko Rantanen and Corey Perry fit into the conversation.Brock Seguin joins us for DFO Fantasy to discuss the biggest surprises from the first month of the NHL season, which players are legitimately breaking out versus simply riding a hot streak, and some buy-low candidates to target in fantasy hockey.Plus, we answer another #AskDFO question, continue our hat trick counter, break down the latest NHL betting picks and finish with Garbage Time. Subscribe to Daily Faceoff for the latest NHL news, hockey analysis, fantasy hockey advice, trade rumours and the biggest stories from around the league.👍🏼Powered by bet365 | Download the App today. Must be 19+ please play responsibly. http://www.bet365.ca/👍🏼Merch & Jasper Pond Hockey | https://nationgear.ca/👍🏼Coca Cola: https://www.coca-cola.com/ca/en/offerings/coca-cola/hockey👍🏼Movember: https://movember.com/👍🏼DoorDash: https://www.doordash.com/en-CAFollow Us!TwitterYouTubeInstagramFacebook

Who are the NHL’s true Stanley Cup contenders right now? We break down the teams in the Inner Circle, including Edmonton, Carolina, Vegas, Colorado and Minnesota, and debate which teams have a legitimate chance to win the Stanley Cup.Then we look at the teams sitting just outside that group and ask which ones could make the jump into true contender status. We also dive into the Sharks and Blackhawks after disappointing losses and debate which team has been more frustrating this season.Cole Bagley of the Utah Mammoth joins us to discuss the latest NHL storylines, the Mammoth’s outlook and what’s happening around the league.Plus, we get to your questions in #AskDFO, break down the latest NHL betting talk and finish with Garbage Time. Subscribe to Daily Faceoff for the latest NHL news, hockey analysis, Stanley Cup coverage, trade rumours and insider information from around the league.👍🏼Powered by bet365 | Download the App today. Must be 19+ please play responsibly. http://www.bet365.ca/👍🏼Merch & Jasper Pond Hockey | https://nationgear.ca/👍🏼Coca Cola: https://www.coca-cola.com/ca/en/offerings/coca-cola/hockey👍🏼Movember: https://movember.com/👍🏼DoorDash: https://www.doordash.com/en-CAFollow Us!TwitterYouTubeInstagramFacebook

The Winnipeg Jets pull off one of the most incredible comebacks in NHL history, scoring four goals in the final 2:39 of regulation to erase a four-goal deficit before winning in overtime. Heading into the game, teams were 0-9,652-0 when trailing by four or more goals in the final three minutes. We break down the unbelievable finish and ask whether this comeback could be a season-saving moment for Winnipeg.Then we turn our attention to some notable hat tricks from around the league as Cutter Gauthier powers the Ducks to a win over the Vancouver Canucks and Jason Robertson puts home 3 of his own. David Pagnotta of The Fourth Period joins us to discuss the latest NHL trade rumours, including Nikita Kucherov's future in Tampa Bay. How confident should we be that Kucherov will be traded before the deadline, which teams could be the hungriest to acquire him, and who will blink first in the ongoing Dylan Larkin and Detroit Red Wings situation? Subscribe to Daily Faceoff for the latest NHL news, hockey analysis, Stanley Cup discussions, trade rumours and insider reports from around the league.👍🏼Powered by bet365 | Download the App today. Must be 19+ please play responsibly. http://www.bet365.ca/👍🏼Merch & Jasper Pond Hockey | https://nationgear.ca/👍🏼Coca Cola: https://www.coca-cola.com/ca/en/offerings/coca-cola/hockey👍🏼Movember: https://movember.com/👍🏼DoorDash: https://www.doordash.com/en-CAFollow Us!TwitterYouTubeInstagramFacebook

The Calgary Flames are suddenly within one point of a playoff spot after another win, raising questions about the direction of the franchise. We discuss the art of the tank, why front offices can try to rebuild but players and coaches aren't wired to lose, and whether Calgary is missing that one elite, game-changing prospect.With four top-six draft picks since their last playoff appearance, are the Flames stuck somewhere in the middle? We also look at the other side of a rebuild and how the Chicago Blackhawks have struggled to surround their young talent with enough support. Which NHL coaches are already feeling the heat after the first month of the season?We put Scott Arniel, Jeff Blashill and Rick Bowness on the hot seat and debate just how much pressure each coach is facing. In This or That, we debate whether Dylan Larkin will be traded by Christmas or Nikita Kucherov will be moved before the NHL trade deadline. Which organization will be more stubborn? We also discuss which Florida Panthers goalie will get more starts this season: Sergei Bobrovsky or Anthony Stolarz.Steve Peters joins us for Inside the Coaches Room to discuss the New Jersey Devils and Anaheim Ducks, while we answer your questions in #AskDFO. Plus, Ryan Nugent-Hopkins is set to make Edmonton Oilers history by setting the franchise record for games played. We look at what the milestone means for one of the most consistent players in Oilers history.👍🏼Powered by bet365 | Download the App today. Must be 19+ please play responsibly. http://www.bet365.ca/👍🏼Social Club Merch & Jasper Pond Hockey | https://nationgear.ca/👍🏼Coca Cola: https://www.coca-cola.com/ca/en/offerings/coca-cola/hockey👍🏼Movember: https://movember.com/👍🏼DoorDash: https://www.doordash.com/en-CAFollow Us!TwitterYouTubeInstagramFacebook

Nikita Kucherov reportedly wants out of Tampa Bay after 13 seasons with the Lightning. We react to the stunning report involving the reigning NHL MVP, discuss Julien BriseBois’ response, and break down reports that Tampa Bay lowballed its superstar during contract discussions.Is there any chance the Lightning actually move Kucherov, or will the organization stand firm? If Kucherov becomes available, which NHL teams are best positioned to pull off a blockbuster trade?We look at the assets contenders could offer, whether Tampa Bay would consider taking future assets to flip for immediate help, and the possibility of a bigger deal involving Dylan Larkin. Plus, the Seattle Kraken trade Shane Wright to the Nashville Predators for Matthew Wood.We get Ellis and Larkin’s reactions to the deal and discuss what it means for both teams. We also debate the NHL’s best team right now, including whether the Edmonton Oilers deserve to be in the conversation, and look at the goaltending performances of Tristan Jarry and Matt Tomkins.👍🏼Powered by bet365 | Download the App today. Must be 19+ please play responsibly. http://www.bet365.ca/👍🏼Social Club Merch & Jasper Pond Hockey | https://nationgear.ca/👍🏼Coca Cola: https://www.coca-cola.com/ca/en/offerings/coca-cola/hockey👍🏼Movember: https://movember.com/👍🏼DoorDash: https://www.doordash.com/en-CAFollow Us!TwitterYouTubeInstagramFacebook