Daily Faceoff Live

Sidney Crosby returned to the lineup — but it wasn’t enough for the Pittsburgh Penguins.On this episode we break down the Penguins’ loss to the Carolina Hurricanes in Crosby’s return and what it says about the team as they continue to fight for playoff positioning.The guys also discuss whether Pittsburgh’s recent stretch without Crosby may have actually helped certain players step up — and what that means moving forward.Plus, we dive into several other key storylines from around the NHL:• The Washington Capitals pick up a win as Lane Hutson makes his debut• What the loss means for the Ottawa Senators’ playoff chances• The New York Islanders sign Cole Eiserman and Kashawn Aitcheson to ELC's• “This or That” — Stars vs Avalanche or the field to win the Stanley Cup• David Pagnotta joins for the latest from around the league, including college free agents and GM Meetings buzzWith the playoff race tightening and young talent entering 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

Leon Draisaitl is out for the remainder of the regular season — and that changes everything for the Edmonton Oilers.On today’s episode of Daily Faceoff Live, we break down the latest on Draisaitl’s injury and what it means for the Oilers heading into a crucial stretch of the season. How do they adjust, and can they stay on track without one of the league’s most dominant players?We also dive into Cole Caufield hitting the 40-goal mark for the first time in his career, and what it says about his development and the direction of the Montreal Canadiens.Plus, we discuss:• The Detroit Red Wings’ playoff chances slipping• Who could come out of the Pacific Division• The impact of Draisaitl’s absence on Edmonton’s lineup• #AskDFO from viewers• Our bet365 Daily Bets👍🏼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

The Seattle Kraken exploded for 10 goals in two games, and Bobby McMann made an instant impact in his debut — scoring twice to kick off a big weekend for Seattle.On this episode of Daily Faceoff Live, Tyler Yaremchuk and Steve Peters break down McMann’s strong start with the Kraken and what it could mean for Seattle as they look to build momentum.They also dive into several big storylines from around the NHL, including the Ottawa Senators heating up, overtime trends across the league, and what the playoff race is starting to look like as teams push toward the postseason.👍🏼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

The Dallas Stars just keep rolling. After another win, Dallas has now gone over a month without a regulation loss, posting an incredible 13-0-1 run since January 22nd. Tyler Yaremchuk and Colby Cohen break down what’s fueling the Stars’ surge and whether they’ve become the team to beat in the Western Conference.Then the guys dive into the controversial Radko Gudas hit on Auston Matthews, which resulted in an ejection and a scheduled hearing. Was the play suspension-worthy? And what should we make of the Leafs’ lack of response after Matthews was taken out?We also turn our attention to the blue line race around the NHL as Quinn Hughes becomes the first defenseman this season to hit 60 points. Does that put him firmly in the Norris Trophy conversation alongside names like Cale Makar, Zach Werenski, and Evan Bouchard?Later in the show, Steven Ellis joins to break down the next wave of college free agents, highlighting several intriguing players that NHL teams could be targeting in the coming weeks.Plus, we answer your questions in #AskDFO, give out our bet365 Daily Bets, and wrap things up with a little Garbage Time.👍🏼Powered by @bet365. Whatever the moment, it’s Never Ordinary at bet365. Download the App today and use promo code “NATION”. http://www.bet365.ca/ 👍🏼TIm Horton’s: https://www.timhortons.ca/rollupFollow Us!TwitterYouTubeInstagramFacebook

Tyler Yaremchuk and Matt Larkin are back with a fresh episode of Daily Faceoff Live breaking down the biggest stories from around the NHL.They kick things off with a standout performance from Jacob Fowler, who stopped 32 shots to help the Montreal Canadiens hold off the Ottawa Senators. The guys discuss whether the Habs should keep the young goaltender up with the NHL club and what the loss means for a Senators team fighting to stay in the playoff race.Next, the conversation shifts to the 2026 free agent class, which took a hit after Nick Schmaltz signed an extension. With the class thinning out, Alex Tuch now headlines the potential UFA market, prompting a discussion about the biggest names who could still hit free agency and which players might end up getting paid the most.They’ll also dive into the idea of early buyer’s remorse around the NHL, reacting to Scott Maxwell’s latest article and debating which teams may already regret their deadline moves — and which clubs quietly laid the groundwork for future success.Later in the show, David Pagnotta joins for the Insider Notebook to share the latest buzz from around the league, before the guys wrap things up with #AskDFO, the Bet365 Daily Bets segment, and Garbage Time.Larkin Top 50 UFA's - https://www.dailyfaceoff.com/news/top-50-nhl-ufas-unrestricted-free-agents-rankings-list-ovechkin-malkin-bobrovsky-tuch👍🏼Powered by @bet365. Whatever the moment, it’s Never Ordinary at bet365. Download the App today and use promo code “NATION”. http://www.bet365.ca/ 👍🏼TIm Horton’s: https://www.timhortons.ca/rollupFollow Us!TwitterYouTubeInstagramFacebook

Where do the Montreal Canadiens rank in the Eastern Conference right now?Max Lapierre joins the show to break down the Canadiens, their recent play, and whether Montreal can continue climbing the standings as the playoff race heats up.We also dive into several big stories around the NHL:• Charlie McAvoy shines as the Boston Bruins pick up a massive win• Fill in the Blank: What would it mean if the Detroit Red Wings miss the playoffs?• If the Seattle Kraken fall out of the race, which Western team could surprise?• Nathan MacKinnon receives five and a game for goalie interference in Colorado’s loss to the Edmonton Oilers — did he deserve it?• Max Lapierre answers your Montreal Canadiens questions• #AskDFO from the viewers• Our bet365 Daily Bets👍🏼Powered by @bet365. Whatever the moment, it’s Never Ordinary at bet365. Download the App today and use promo code “NATION”. http://www.bet365.ca/ 👍🏼TIm Horton’s: https://www.timhortons.ca/rollupFollow Us!TwitterYouTubeInstagramFacebook

The guys are back with another episode of Daily Faceoff Live, breaking down some of the biggest storylines around the NHL right now.To start the show, they debate two surprising teams sitting atop their divisions. Both the Buffalo Sabres and Anaheim Ducks opened the season as longshots to win their divisions, yet both find themselves in first place. Which team’s start is more sustainable?They also play “The Percentage Game”, looking at the odds of the current eight playoff teams in the Eastern Conference actually holding their spots through the rest of the season. Plus, what are the chances teams like the Ottawa Senators can realistically make up ground in the playoff race?Later, it’s time for the Concern-O-Meter, where the guys react to reports that Tristan Jarry and Oilers teammates got into it during a heated practice. Is it just competitive fire, or something worth worrying about?Then Jeff Marek joins the show for The Sheet to discuss what’s next for the St. Louis Blues after their recent moves. Will the sell-off continue this summer, or could they try to reload around their current core? They’ll also talk about whether there’s growing appetite for major changes in Toronto heading into the offseason.👍🏼Powered by @bet365. Whatever the moment, it’s Never Ordinary at bet365. Download the App today and use promo code “NATION”. http://www.bet365.ca/ 👍🏼TIm Horton’s: https://www.timhortons.ca/rollupFollow Us!TwitterYouTubeInstagramFacebook

The dust has settled on the NHL Trade Deadline — so who’s ready to make a run?On today’s Daily Faceoff Live, Tyler Yaremchuk and Carter Hutton break down a wild weekend around the NHL, starting with an incredible matchup between the Buffalo Sabres and Tampa Bay Lightning that saw 15 goals, a chaotic third period, and over 100 penalty minutes. Are the Sabres starting to look like a team of destiny?We also dive into:• Corey Perry scoring in both games since joining the Tampa Bay Lightning• Our Man of the Weekend picks• A look back at the NHL Trade Deadline — whose moves aged well and whose didn’t?• Early reactions now that teams have had time to settle after deadline day• Brock Seguin’s A Guy, A Stat & A Trend segment• #AskDFO questions from viewers• Our bet365 Daily BetsPlus we wrap things up with a little Garbage Time from around the NHL.With the playoff race heating up, which teams are ready to make a serious push?👍🏼Powered by @bet365. Whatever the moment, it’s Never Ordinary at bet365. Download the App today and use promo code “NATION”. http://www.bet365.ca/ 👍🏼TIm Horton’s: https://www.timhortons.ca/rollupFollow Us!TwitterYouTubeInstagramFacebook