About this episode

The episode discusses recent NHL trades, draft rankings, coaching news, and player rumors.

Here's what Katie Gaus, Ryan Kennedy and Michael Traikos discussed in this episode: 1:30: What made Darren Raddysh an important trade target for the Toronto Maple Leafs? 6:30: Ryan Kennedy's final draft rankings are released. Keaton Verhoeff was ranked first earlier in the season but not anymore. What changed? 10:30: How much does a team affect who is drafted when? 12:54: Which players from this year's draft could play in the NHL right now? 15:00: What are your thoughts on Mike Babcock being cleared to coach? 16:31: The Edmonton Oilers will have had six coaches since 2015 once they name the new one. Is that too much change for a team? 20:07: What are some possible destinations for Anaheim's Mason McTavish? 23:15: Should the Ducks target a defenseman? 24:34: Bowen Byram has resurfaced in trade rumors. Should the Sabres trade him? 29:25: What will you remember most from Jonathan Toews' career? 34:00: The Boston Bruins will retire Patrice Bergeron's jersey number this upcoming season. What was your favorite memory of Bergeron? 36:00: Is this year's UFA class the worst ever? 37:14: What will Bruce Cassidy do this summer? 39:40: Who do you think makes the Hall of Fame this year? Learn…

People in this episode

Hosts: Katie Gaus, Ryan Kennedy, Michael Traikos

Topics covered

• NHL trades
• draft rankings
• coaching changes
• player destinations
• career reflections
• jersey retirements
• free agency

Keywords

• Darren Raddysh
• draft rankings
• Mike Babcock
• Mason McTavish
• Bowen Byram
• Jonathan Toews
• Patrice Bergeron
• Bruce Cassidy
• UFA class

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Organizations: Edmonton Oilers, Boston Bruins, UFA

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