About this episode
The episode discusses key NHL playoff storylines and features an interview with Jason Bukala on various hockey topics.
Matt Marchese and Mike Futa open this episode with five storylines they're watching closely this weekend on the Futa Five! Jason Bukala (17:00), Sportsnet analyst and Founder of the Pro Hockey Group, joins the guys in-studio to share his view on Connor McDavid's postgame comments following the Oilers' elimination and highlight the Ducks' play in Game 6. The trio also reflect on 2023 NHL Draft three years later, preview the second round battle between the Avalanche and Wild, revisit the Cutter Gauthier for Jamie Drysdale trade, and get you set for Game 6 between the Lightning and Canadiens. They also share their thoughts on Jessica Campbell moving on from the Seattle Kraken, before Bukes details his top picks in the 2026 draft class. 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: Matt Marchese, Mike Futa
Guest: Jason Bukala
Topics covered
- NHL playoffs
- Connor McDavid
- 2023 NHL Draft
- Avalanche vs Wild
- Lightning vs Canadiens
- 2026 draft class
Keywords
- NHL
- playoffs
- Connor McDavid
- Jason Bukala
- 2023 Draft
- Avalanche
- Wild
- Lightning
- Canadiens
Mentioned in this episode
Organizations: Sportsnet, Pro Hockey Group, Seattle Kraken
Places: Oilers, Ducks, Avalanche, Wild, Lightning, Canadiens
More episodes of The FAN Hockey Show
- Carolina Takes Game 5 in Stride with Jason Bukala & Shane O'Brien · June 12, 2026 · 1h 5m
- Around the NHL with Elliotte Friedman: 'Canes Close In on the Cup · June 12, 2026 · 35 min
- Greetings From Game 5 + Stanley Cup Memories with Neil Smith · June 11, 2026 · 1h 9m
- Around the NHL with Elliotte Friedman: Bring On a Best-of-Three · June 11, 2026 · 28 min
- Staal Turns Back the Clock + Bill McCreary & Milan Lucic! · June 10, 2026 · 1h 40m
- The Code of the West with Darryl Sutter + Is Babcock the Answer in Edmonton? · June 9, 2026 · 1h 9m
Explore listener stats, chart rankings, contacts and more on the The FAN Hockey Show podcast page.