Keys to Game 1 + Canucks Hire Manny Malhotra

About this episode

The episode discusses the Stanley Cup Final, the hiring of Manny Malhotra by the Canucks, and offseason strategies for the Anaheim Ducks.

The Stanley Cup Final is finally here. On this episode of Daily Faceoff Live, we break down the three biggest storylines to watch in Game 1 of the Stanley Cup Final and discuss what could determine the outcome of the series. We also react to the Vancouver Canucks hiring Manny Malhotra as the 23rd head coach in franchise history. What does the move mean for the organization's culture, and how patient should the Canucks be as Malhotra begins his first NHL head coaching opportunity? Plus, we continue our offseason preview series with the Anaheim Ducks. What should priority number one be for the Ducks this summer, and what moves could help push them closer to contention? Later, Jeff Marek joins the show to discuss: Which player's legacy will be impacted most by this Stanley Cup Final Whether this matchup can help grow the game The futures of Rod Brind'Amour and John Tortorella The biggest storylines surrounding the championship series 👍🏼 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…

People in this episode

Guest: Jeff Marek

Topics covered

• Stanley Cup Final
• Vancouver Canucks
• Manny Malhotra
• Anaheim Ducks offseason
• hockey coaching
• player legacy
• NHL

Keywords

• Stanley Cup Final
• Manny Malhotra
• Vancouver Canucks
• Anaheim Ducks
• NHL coaching
• hockey
• player legacy
• Rod Brind'Amour
• John Tortorella

Sponsors

bet365, Shark Ninja Canada

Mentioned in this episode

Organizations: Vancouver Canucks, Anaheim Ducks

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