Rest vs. Rust, Habs vs. Canes with Eddie Olczyk

About this episode

The episode discusses the impact of player absences in the NHL playoffs and features an interview with Eddie Olczyk about the Canadiens vs. Hurricanes matchup.

Nick Kypreos, Justin Bourne and Sam McKee look back on the Golden Knights' Game 1 win over the Avalanche to kick off the Western Conference Final, and they discuss the pronounced impact of Cale Makar's absence. Then, former NHLer and current ESPN analyst Eddie Olczyk stops by (9:39 to help tee up Game 1 between the Canadiens and Hurricanes and share his thoughts on the rest vs. rust aspect, and who, between Frederik Andersen and Jakub Dobeš, has the edge in the goalie battle. Then, Nick, Justin and Sam discuss the coverage around Mitch Marner's playoff success, and they listen to both Rod Brind'Amour and Marty St. Louis' availability ahead of Game 1. The views and opinions expressed in this podcast are those of the hosts and guests and do not necessarily reflect the position of Rogers Sports & Media or any affiliates.

People in this episode

Hosts: Nick Kypreos, Justin Bourne, Sam McKee

Guest: Eddie Olczyk

Topics covered

• NHL playoffs
• Habs vs. Canes
• goalie battle
• rest vs. rust
• Cale Makar
• Mitch Marner

Keywords

• NHL
• playoffs
• Habs
• Canes
• Eddie Olczyk
• goalies
• Cale Makar
• Mitch Marner

Mentioned in this episode

Organizations: ESPN, Rogers Sports & Media

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