In both the NHL's Eastern and Western Conferences, there are several teams vying for a pair of wild card spots. In the West, the Vancouver Canucks, Calgary Flames, Utah Hockey Club and St. Louis Blues are all vying for a chance to play the Winnipeg Jets in the first round. Out east, the Ottawa Senators, Columbus Blue Jackets, Detroit Red Wings, Montreal Canadiens, New York Rangers and Boston Bruins are all just trying to scrape their way in to the show. Lastly, the Edmonton Oilers are 5-8 since the start of February and losing Connor McDavid's minutes, what's wrong with last year's western conference champion?

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Welcome to the NHL Squad Show! Today our hosts Gil Martin (Locked On Islanders), Eddie Garcia (Locked On Kings), Tom Callahan (Locked On Utah HC) and Jess Belmosto (Locked On Flames are talking about Aaron Ekblad’s 20 game suspension for breaking thee NHL’s rules on performance enhancing drugs, the whirlwind of the trade deadline including Mikko Rantanen to Dallas and Brad Marchand to Florida, and how the Western conference wildcard race is starting to get exciting!

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Aaron Ekblad's 20-game suspension has sent shockwaves through the NHL, raising questions about the Florida Panthers' playoff prospects. How will this impact their season, and what does it mean for Ekblad's future? This episode explores the latest NHL buzz, including the Ottawa Senators' narrow victory over the Detroit Red Wings, with Linus Ullmark's standout performance taking center stage. The Red Wings' six-game losing streak adds urgency to their playoff ambitions.

Meanwhile, the Columbus Blue Jackets are making a surprising playoff push, with the absence of Jack Hughes from the New Jersey Devils playing a pivotal role. Seth Toupal and JD Young dissect these developments, offering insights into the league's current dynamics. Their analysis provides a comprehensive look at how these shifts are influencing team strategies and playoff hopes.

Engaging discussions on performance-enhancing drug policies and the impact of injuries on playoff races round out this episode. Packed with analysis, it offers listeners a deep dive into the NHL's most pressing stories. Tune in to gain a fresh perspective on the playoff race and the factors shaping the league's future.

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The Florida Panthers made a big splash at the NHL Trade Deadline by acquring former Bruins captain Brad Marchand and adding defenseman Seth Jones a week earlier.

Armando Velez of Locked On Florida Panthers joins us to discuss these moves, how they help the Panthers and what it changes for the team as they prepare to try to repeat as Stanley Cup champions.

Meanwhile it's the end of an era in Boston as they traded away captain Brad Marchand and alternate captains Charlie Coyle and Brandon Carlo at the NHL Trade Deadline.

Ian McLaren of Locked On Boston Bruins joins us to discuss Marchand's legacy in Boston and where the Bruins go from here as they begin a retool this offseason.

The Colorado Avalanche have added depth at center with Brock Nelson and Charlie Coyle while Mikko Rantanen moved to the rival Dallas Stars.

Kyle Sullivan of Locked On Avalanche discusses the moves the Avs made, what they gave up and how it sets up an intense and entertaining potential series of playoff matchups for this team in a few weeks.

All this and more on today's Locked On NHL Podcast with Gil Martin.

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The Minnesota Frost delivered a commanding 5-0 shutout against the Ottawa Charge in a crucial playoff push during the PWHL takeover tour in Raleigh, North Carolina.

Hosts Rachel Donner and Erica L. Ayala break down how Minnesota "understood the assignment" with standout performances from Sophie Jaques and Maddie Rooney, while Ottawa struggled to stick to their game plan.

This episode also explores key takeaways from the game, insights from players like Tereza Vanišová and Gwyneth Phillips, and a look at the USA Women’s World Championship roster with Lee Stecklein’s return and Leila Edwards’ rising impact.

Don't miss the discussion on playoff implications, team strategies, and standout performances from both squads as the PWHL season heats up. Plus, the hosts dive into the growing momentum of women’s hockey in non-traditional markets like North Carolina and what’s next for the league’s expansion.

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01:01 - USA Roster Overview

06:50 - Ottawa vs Minnesota Post Game Analysis

12:47 - Gwyneth Phillips Spotlight

16:23 - Final Thoughts and Reflections

19:11 - Game of the Week Highlights

21:35 - PWHL and NCAA Discussion

22:48 - Sign Off and Conclusion

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The NHL trade deadline has passed and it was a busy and wild week of moves across the league. Mikko Rantanen was on the move again, this time to the Dallas Stars who were able to sign him to a long-term extension. We discuss what this deal means for Dallas and the Carolina Hurricanes who tried to keep Rantanen but couldn't after trading for him earlier this season.

Meanwhile, Brad Marchand went from the Boston Bruins to the Florida Panthers and Brock Nelson moved from the New York Islanders to the Colorado Avalanche as contending teams stocked up for the playoff stretch drive.

We also discuss the big winners and losers at the deadline from across the league.

All this and more on today's Locked On NHL Podcast with J.D. Young and Gil Martin.

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Join hosts Nick Zararis and Hunter Hodies for a wide ranging conversation ahead of the NHL trade deadline. The guys discuss what players are purportedly available, what contenders need and try to match players up to landing spots.

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