Second Round Reactions with Cory Schneider and John Buccigross

Second Round Reactions with Cory Schneider and John Buccigross

From The FAN Pregame by Sportsnet

May 8, 2026 · 50 min

About this episode

Ailish Forfar and Justin Cuthbert discuss NHL playoff action with insights from guests Cory Schneider and John Buccigross.

Ailish Forfar and Justin Cuthbert kick things off ahead of a busy weekend of NHL playoff action with NHL Network’s Cory Schneider (1:54)! He breaks down how Freddy Andersen has been dominating the postseason for Carolina, tees up Game 2 between the Habs and Sabres, and discusses his time playing with Scott Wedgewood and Mackenzie Blackwood. Then, ESPN’s John Buccigross joins the show (25:58) to break down his experience live in-studio during the NHL Draft Lottery when Toronto won the First Overall Draft Pick, his take on the McKenna/Stenberg debate, Cole Caufield’s struggles throughout the playoffs, Leo Carlsson’s evolution into NHL superstardom, and more. Finally, Ailish and Justin end things off discussing the latest editions to the FPG Conn Smythe Rankings. 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: Ailish Forfar, Justin Cuthbert

Guests: Cory Schneider, John Buccigross

Topics covered

  • NHL playoffs
  • Cory Schneider
  • John Buccigross
  • NHL Draft Lottery
  • Freddy Andersen
  • player analysis

Keywords

  • NHL
  • playoffs
  • Cory Schneider
  • John Buccigross
  • Freddy Andersen
  • NHL Draft Lottery
  • Cole Caufield

Mentioned in this episode

Organizations: NHL Network, ESPN

Places: Toronto

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