The Sheet with Jeff Marek

Jeff Marek sits down inside the University of Michigan Wolverines locker room at Yost Ice Arena with head coach Brandon Naurato for a wide-ranging conversation on culture, development, and why this season’s group has emerged as the No. 1 team in the nation. Naurato breaks down what the “Michigan experience” truly means, how leadership from captain TJ Hughes and the upperclassmen set the tone, and why people and habits matter as much as skill. The conversation dives deep into Michigan’s NHL pipeline, recruiting philosophy, and how the program develops players like Michael Hage, Malcolm Spence, Ivan Ivanov, and Jack Ivankovic for long-term professional success. Naurato also discusses the evolving college hockey landscape with CHL eligibility, mentorship from legendary coach Red Berenson, alumni involvement at Yost, and why he believes this is the best team he has ever coached. An essential watch for college hockey fans, NHL prospect watchers, and anyone interested in how elite programs are built the right way.Chapters:00:00 – Intro01:10 – What the “Michigan experience” really means01:30 – Leadership, culture, and captain TJ Hughes03:10 – Coaching under the shadow of Red Berenson04:15 – The recruiting pitch: Michigan to the NHL05:40 – Developing pros vs. college systems06:50 – Letting players fail to help them grow08:36 – Alumni impact: Larkin, Johnson, Werenski & more08:56 – CHL players entering college hockey10:53 – Michael Hage’s NHL ceiling11:52 – Malcolm Spence’s impact and energy16:16 – Goaltending and Jack Ivankovic’s importance18:48 – Michigan as the No. 1 team in the country20:15 – College hockey’s momentum and exposure23:40 – Recruiting challenges and negative recruiting28:37 – Underrated player spotlight: Josh Earnest31:56 – “This is the best team I’ve ever coached”Reach out to sales@thenationnetwork.com to connect with our Sales Team and discuss opportunities to partner with us!If you liked this, check out:🚨 OTT - Coming in Hot Sens | https://www.youtube.com/c/thewallyandmethotshow🚨 TOR - LeafsNation | https://www.youtube.com/@theleafsnation401🚨 EDM - OilersNation | https://www.youtube.com/@Oilersnationdotcom🚨 VAN - CanucksArmy | https://www.youtube.com/@Canucks_Army🚨 CGY - FlamesNation | https://www.youtube.com/@Flames_Nation🚨 Daily Faceoff Fantasy & Betting | www.youtube.com/@DFOFantasyandBetting____________________________________________________________________________________________Connect with us on ⬇️Link Tree: https://linktr.ee/daily_faceoff💻 Website: https://www.dailyfaceoff.com🐦 Follow on twitter: https://x.com/DailyFaceoff💻 Follow on Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/dailyfaceoffDaily Faceoff Merch:https://nationgear.ca/collections/daily-faceoff#MichiganHockey #GoBlue #NCAAHockey #CollegeHockey #BigTenHockey #BrandonNaurato #JeffMarek #YostIceArena #MichiganWolverines #NHLProspects #HockeyDevelopment #CollegeToPro #HockeyCulture #DailyFaceoff #TheSheet

Carter Hutton joins Jeff Marek for a wide-ranging conversation that begins with the Tampa Bay Lightning winning 11 straight games and why John Cooper continues to thrive despite injuries and lineup turnover. The focus then shifts heavily to the New Jersey Devils, including Tom Fitzgerald’s press conference, the pressure on the Devils’ core, and whether the organization has reached the limits of what this group can accomplish together. Jeff and Carter dig into the Dougie Hamilton situation, Jack Hughes and roster expectations, and how the Quinn Hughes speculation may have impacted the locker room. The segment closes with a broader discussion on player development, opportunity, and how internal dynamics can quietly shape a season.SHOUTOUT TO OUR SPONSORS!!👍🏼 Fan Duel: https://www.fanduel.com/👍🏼Uber Eats: https://www.ubereats.com/caReach out to sales@thenationnetwork.com to connect with our Sales Team and discuss opportunities to partner with us!If you liked this, check out:🚨 OTT - Coming in Hot Sens | https://www.youtube.com/c/thewallyandmethotshow🚨 TOR - LeafsNation | https://www.youtube.com/@theleafsnation401🚨 EDM - OilersNation | https://www.youtube.com/@Oilersnationdotcom🚨 VAN - CanucksArmy | https://www.youtube.com/@Canucks_Army🚨 CGY - FlamesNation | https://www.youtube.com/@FNBarnBurner🚨 Daily Faceoff Fantasy & Betting | www.youtube.com/@DFOFantasyandBetting____________________________________________________________________________________________Connect with us on ⬇️Link Tree: https://linktr.ee/daily_faceoff💻 Website: https://www.dailyfaceoff.com🐦 Follow on twitter: https://x.com/DailyFaceoff💻 Follow on Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/dailyfaceoffDaily Faceoff Merch:https://nationgear.ca/collections/daily-faceoff#TheSheet #JeffMarek #CarterHutton #NHL #NHLDebate #TradeRumors #TampaBayLightning #CollegeHockey #MichiganHockey #NHLAnalysis

Jeff Marek returns from Washington on today’s edition of The Sheet, breaking down a thrilling Capitals overtime win over Montreal and why Washington’s need for speed is becoming impossible to ignore at the NHL trade deadline. Jeff highlights the emergence of Ethan Frank, Nick Suzuki’s elite play, and what Capitals GM Chris Patrick may target ahead of the playoff push. Carter Hutton joins to unpack the Tampa Bay Lightning ripping off 11 straight wins despite injuries to key stars, and why John Cooper still doesn’t have a Jack Adams. The conversation shifts to New Jersey as Tom Fitzgerald faces mounting pressure, the ongoing Dougie Hamilton saga, and how the Quinn Hughes speculation may have altered the Devils’ internal dynamics. Jeff and Carter also examine Tampa’s blue-line depth, Andrei Vasilevskiy’s resurgence, and why the Eastern Conference remains wide open as the deadline approaches.Full Brandon Naurato Interview: https://youtu.be/ooiMk8xHkX8SHOUTOUT TO OUR SPONSORS!!👍🏼 Fan Duel: https://www.fanduel.com/👍🏼Uber Eats: https://www.ubereats.com/caReach out to sales@thenationnetwork.com to connect with our Sales Team and discuss opportunities to partner with us!If you liked this, check out:🚨 OTT - Coming in Hot Sens | https://www.youtube.com/c/thewallyandmethotshow🚨 TOR - LeafsNation | https://www.youtube.com/@theleafsnation401🚨 EDM - OilersNation | https://www.youtube.com/@Oilersnationdotcom🚨 VAN - CanucksArmy | https://www.youtube.com/@Canucks_Army🚨 CGY - FlamesNation | https://www.youtube.com/@FNBarnBurner🚨 Daily Faceoff Fantasy & Betting | www.youtube.com/@DFOFantasyandBetting____________________________________________________________________________________________Connect with us on ⬇️Link Tree: https://linktr.ee/daily_faceoff💻 Website: https://www.dailyfaceoff.com🐦 Follow on twitter: https://x.com/DailyFaceoff💻 Follow on Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/dailyfaceoffDaily Faceoff Merch:https://nationgear.ca/collections/daily-faceoff#TheSheet #JeffMarek #CarterHutton #NHL #NHLDebate #TradeRumors #TampaBayLightning #CollegeHockey #MichiganHockey #NHLAnalysis

Jeff Marek goes inside the University of Michigan locker room at Yost Ice Arena for an in-depth one-on-one with Michael Hage, the Montreal Canadiens’ first-round pick and one of the driving forces behind the Michigan Wolverines men's ice hockey being the top team in the country. Hage breaks down what makes Michigan such a tight, dominant group, why Yost was the clincher in his NCAA decision, and how the Wolverines’ mix of elite freshmen, leadership, and goaltending has created a true national title contender. He also reflects on Canada’s painful World Junior semifinal loss to Czechia, takes us inside the locker room aftermath, and offers detailed insight on linemates like Gavin McKenna and Brady Martin. Plus, Hage discusses the noise from Montreal Canadiens fans, how close he feels to the NHL, what areas of his game he’s still building, and what kind of player the Canadiens are getting when he turns pro.SHOUTOUT TO OUR SPONSORS!!👍🏼 Fan Duel: https://www.fanduel.com/👍🏼Uber Eats: https://www.ubereats.com/caReach out to sales@thenationnetwork.com to connect with our Sales Team and discuss opportunities to partner with us!If you liked this, check out:🚨 OTT - Coming in Hot Sens | https://www.youtube.com/c/thewallyandmethotshow🚨 TOR - LeafsNation | https://www.youtube.com/@theleafsnation401🚨 EDM - OilersNation | https://www.youtube.com/@Oilersnationdotcom🚨 VAN - CanucksArmy | https://www.youtube.com/@Canucks_Army🚨 CGY - FlamesNation | https://www.youtube.com/@FNBarnBurner🚨 Daily Faceoff Fantasy & Betting | www.youtube.com/@DFOFantasyandBetting____________________________________________________________________________________________Connect with us on ⬇️Link Tree: https://linktr.ee/daily_faceoff💻 Website: https://www.dailyfaceoff.com🐦 Follow on twitter: https://x.com/DailyFaceoff💻 Follow on Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/dailyfaceoffDaily Faceoff Merch:https://nationgear.ca/collections/daily-faceoff#MichaelHage #MichiganHockey #GoBlue #NCAAHockey #CollegeHockey #MontrealCanadiens #CanadiensProspects #TheSheet #JeffMarek #WorldJuniors #TeamCanada #HockeyInterview #NHLProspects #YostIceArena #DailyFaceoff

Erin Ambrose, who reflects on being selected to the Canadian women’s Olympic hockey team for Milan, the challenges surrounding arena situations, her preparation for the Olympic stage, her current season in the PWHL, and what lies ahead as the countdown to the Games continues.SHOUTOUT TO OUR SPONSORS!!👍🏼 Fan Duel: https://www.fanduel.com/👍🏼Uber Eats: https://www.ubereats.com/caReach out to sales@thenationnetwork.com to connect with our Sales Team and discuss opportunities to partner with us!If you liked this, check out:🚨 OTT - Coming in Hot Sens | https://www.youtube.com/c/thewallyandmethotshow🚨 TOR - LeafsNation | https://www.youtube.com/@theleafsnation401🚨 EDM - OilersNation | https://www.youtube.com/@Oilersnationdotcom🚨 VAN - CanucksArmy | https://www.youtube.com/@Canucks_Army🚨 CGY - FlamesNation | https://www.youtube.com/@FNBarnBurner🚨 Daily Faceoff Fantasy & Betting | www.youtube.com/@DFOFantasyandBetting____________________________________________________________________________________________Connect with us on ⬇️Link Tree: https://linktr.ee/daily_faceoff💻 Website: https://www.dailyfaceoff.com🐦 Follow on twitter: https://x.com/DailyFaceoff💻 Follow on Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/dailyfaceoffDaily Faceoff Merch:https://nationgear.ca/collections/daily-faceoff

On today’s edition of MvsW on The Sheet, Jeff Marek and Greg Wyshynski dive headfirst into one of the most layered and uncomfortable stories of the NHL season, breaking down what unfolded in Ottawa following the Senators’ public statement and the subsequent reporting by Ian Mendes, who named Wyshynski directly while outlining how the situation developed and why it escalated from his point of view. Marek and Wyshynski walk through the timeline, the reaction, and the broader implications of how media, teams, and messaging intersect in moments like this. From there, the conversation shifts to New Jersey, where the guys unpack the latest surrounding Dougie Hamilton and use it as a jumping-off point to explore no-move and no-trade clauses, how they can handcuff front offices, and why those protections increasingly shape roster construction across the league. The episode also tackles player safety, including the controversial hit by Carter Verhaeghe against the Ottawa Senators, sparking a wider discussion about consistency in supplemental discipline. Ottawa remains a focal point as the guys assess the Senators’ decision to sign James Reimer off his PTO and what it says about their crease moving forward. Throughout the show, Marek and Wyshynski weave in listener voicemails and emails, keeping the conversation interactive and grounded in fan perspective. Finally, they’re joined by Erin Ambrose, who reflects on being selected to the Canadian women’s Olympic hockey team for Milan, the challenges surrounding arena situations, her preparation for the Olympic stage, her current season in the PWHL, and what lies ahead as the countdown to the Games continues.SHOUTOUT TO OUR SPONSORS!!👍🏼 Fan Duel: https://www.fanduel.com/👍🏼Uber Eats: https://www.ubereats.com/caReach out to sales@thenationnetwork.com to connect with our Sales Team and discuss opportunities to partner with us!If you liked this, check out:🚨 OTT - Coming in Hot Sens | https://www.youtube.com/c/thewallyandmethotshow🚨 TOR - LeafsNation | https://www.youtube.com/@theleafsnation401🚨 EDM - OilersNation | https://www.youtube.com/@Oilersnationdotcom🚨 VAN - CanucksArmy | https://www.youtube.com/@Canucks_Army🚨 CGY - FlamesNation | https://www.youtube.com/@FNBarnBurner🚨 Daily Faceoff Fantasy & Betting | www.youtube.com/@DFOFantasyandBetting____________________________________________________________________________________________Connect with us on ⬇️Link Tree: https://linktr.ee/daily_faceoff💻 Website: https://www.dailyfaceoff.com🐦 Follow on twitter: https://x.com/DailyFaceoff💻 Follow on Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/dailyfaceoffDaily Faceoff Merch:https://nationgear.ca/collections/daily-faceoff#TheSheet #MvsW #NHL #Hockey #JeffMarek #GregWyshynski #OttawaSenators #DougieHamilton #NHLPlayerSafety #PWHL #TeamCanada #WomensHockey #MilanOlympics

David Pagnotta and Jeff Marek deep dive into the situation in Ottawa, breaking down the public statement from Steve Staios and how online speculation and rumors spiraled before forcing a response from the Ottawa Senators organization. From there, Marek and Pagnotta shift to the player market, discussing the current availability and league-wide interest surrounding Kiefer Sherwood, Dougie Hamilton, Alex Tuch, and Rasmus Andersson, and what their situations could mean as teams evaluate roster needs and trade options.SHOUTOUT TO OUR SPONSORS!!👍🏼 Fan Duel: https://www.fanduel.com/👍🏼Uber Eats: https://www.ubereats.com/caReach out to sales@thenationnetwork.com to connect with our Sales Team and discuss opportunities to partner with us!If you liked this, check out:🚨 OTT - Coming in Hot Sens | https://www.youtube.com/c/thewallyandmethotshow🚨 TOR - LeafsNation | https://www.youtube.com/@theleafsnation401🚨 EDM - OilersNation | https://www.youtube.com/@Oilersnationdotcom🚨 VAN - CanucksArmy | https://www.youtube.com/@Canucks_Army🚨 CGY - FlamesNation | https://www.youtube.com/@FNBarnBurner🚨 Daily Faceoff Fantasy & Betting | www.youtube.com/@DFOFantasyandBetting____________________________________________________________________________________________Connect with us on ⬇️Link Tree: https://linktr.ee/daily_faceoff💻 Website: https://www.dailyfaceoff.com🐦 Follow on twitter: https://x.com/DailyFaceoff💻 Follow on Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/dailyfaceoffDaily Faceoff Merch:https://nationgear.ca/collections/daily-faceoff

Today on The Sheet, Jeff Marek is joined by David Pagnotta for a wide-ranging look at everything happening around the National Hockey League as the news cycle continues to accelerate. The show opens with a deep dive into the situation in Ottawa, breaking down the public statement from Steve Staios and how online speculation and rumors spiraled before forcing a response from the Ottawa Senators organization. From there, Marek and Pagnotta shift to the player market, discussing the current availability and league-wide interest surrounding Kiefer Sherwood, Dougie Hamilton, Alex Tuch, and Rasmus Andersson, and what their situations could mean as teams evaluate roster needs and trade options. The episode wraps up with listener voicemails and emails, as The Sheet community weighs in with questions, takes, and storylines from across the hockey world. Make sure to subscribe, drop your thoughts in the comments, and join the conversation as The Sheet continues to track the biggest stories across the NHL.SHOUTOUT TO OUR SPONSORS!!👍🏼 Fan Duel: https://www.fanduel.com/👍🏼Uber Eats: https://www.ubereats.com/caReach out to sales@thenationnetwork.com to connect with our Sales Team and discuss opportunities to partner with us!If you liked this, check out:🚨 OTT - Coming in Hot Sens | https://www.youtube.com/c/thewallyandmethotshow🚨 TOR - LeafsNation | https://www.youtube.com/@theleafsnation401🚨 EDM - OilersNation | https://www.youtube.com/@Oilersnationdotcom🚨 VAN - CanucksArmy | https://www.youtube.com/@Canucks_Army🚨 CGY - FlamesNation | https://www.youtube.com/@FNBarnBurner🚨 Daily Faceoff Fantasy & Betting | www.youtube.com/@DFOFantasyandBetting____________________________________________________________________________________________Connect with us on ⬇️Link Tree: https://linktr.ee/daily_faceoff💻 Website: https://www.dailyfaceoff.com🐦 Follow on twitter: https://x.com/DailyFaceoff💻 Follow on Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/dailyfaceoffDaily Faceoff Merch:https://nationgear.ca/collections/daily-faceoff#TheSheet #JeffMarek #DavidPagnotta #NHL #NHLNews #NHLRumors #Hockey #OttawaSenators #SteveStaios #DailyFaceoff #NHLTrades #HockeyPodcast

Pete DeBoer joins the show to discuss his role with Team Canada, how preparations are already underway for 2026 Winter Olympics in Milan, the Olympic roster selection process, how Hockey Canada evaluates NHL talent throughout the season, and what the future could hold in his NHL coaching career.SHOUTOUT TO OUR SPONSORS!!👍🏼 Fan Duel: https://www.fanduel.com/👍🏼Uber Eats: https://www.ubereats.com/caReach out to sales@thenationnetwork.com to connect with our Sales Team and discuss opportunities to partner with us!If you liked this, check out:🚨 OTT - Coming in Hot Sens | https://www.youtube.com/c/thewallyandmethotshow🚨 TOR - LeafsNation | https://www.youtube.com/@theleafsnation401🚨 EDM - OilersNation | https://www.youtube.com/@Oilersnationdotcom🚨 VAN - CanucksArmy | https://www.youtube.com/@Canucks_Army🚨 CGY - FlamesNation | https://www.youtube.com/@FNBarnBurner🚨 Daily Faceoff Fantasy & Betting | www.youtube.com/@DFOFantasyandBetting____________________________________________________________________________________________Connect with us on ⬇️Link Tree: https://linktr.ee/daily_faceoff💻 Website: https://www.dailyfaceoff.com🐦 Follow on twitter: https://x.com/DailyFaceoff💻 Follow on Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/dailyfaceoffDaily Faceoff Merch:https://nationgear.ca/collections/daily-faceoff