Vally's View: Can Carolina Flip the Final?

Vally's View: Can Carolina Flip the Final?

From Real Kyper & Bourne by Sportsnet

June 9, 2026 · 50 min

About this episode

The episode discusses coaching changes, player performance in the playoffs, and trade rumors while featuring an interview with Steve Valiquette.

Nick Kypreos, Justin Bourne and Sam McKee kick off with the news out of Edmonton as the Oilers seem poised to hire Mike Babcock as their next head coach. Then, MSG analyst and CEO of Clear Sight Analytics, Steve Valiquette (8:25), stops by to help tee up Game 4 between the Golden Knights and Hurricanes. He breaks down the first three games by the numbers, why Carolina should turn to Brandon Bussi, and why Mitch Marner has found more playoff success in Vegas than in Toronto. After, they get into a Stanley Cup Final-themed edition of Grill Marks! Finally, Nick, Justin and Sam discuss Bruce Cassidy's narrowing options, Michael McCarron signing a six-year extension with the Wild, and potential trade packages for Dylan Larkin. 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: Steve Valiquette

Topics covered

  • NHL
  • Stanley Cup Final
  • Coaching Changes
  • Player Performance
  • Trade Rumors

Keywords

  • NHL
  • Stanley Cup
  • Mike Babcock
  • Brandon Bussi
  • Mitch Marner
  • Dylan Larkin
  • Bruce Cassidy
  • Game 4

Mentioned in this episode

Organizations: Edmonton Oilers, Mike Babcock, Clear Sight Analytics, Stanley Cup

Places: Vegas, Toronto, Wild

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