Episodes

  • Stories From the Game with Eric Lindros + Blackhawks Captain Nick Foligno
    Feb 13 2026

    Matt Marchese and Mike Futa kick off today's show with Eric Lindros, Hockey Hall of Famer and Olympic Gold Medallist, joining them in-studio! Eric shares some stories from his NHL beginnings, before pivoting to his experience with international hockey, starting with the 1991 Canada Cup. They also discuss the shift in Canadian play over the years along with the 2026 group's opportunity in Milano Cortina, before going back through some of his most memorable Olympic and NHL memories. Nick Foligno (50:00), Chicago Blackhawks captain, joins the boys to chat about how he's spending his Olympic break as a hockey dad, his role as a leader with the Hawks' young core, his injury-plagued stint with the Maple Leafs and what led up to his departure. Nick also looks ahead to what's next for him amid the last year of his contract, as well as the Foligno Face-Off in support of breast cancer awareness. Producer Mike Gentile joins the boys for a final send-off before the weekend!

    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.

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    1 hr and 40 mins
  • Around the NHL with Elliotte Friedman: Canada's First Game in the Books
    Feb 12 2026

    Matt Marchese and Mike Futa are joined by Elliotte Friedman, Sportsnet NHL insider and host of 32 Thoughts, live from Milano Cortina! Friedge shares his takeaways from Team Canada's 5-0 win over Czechia, the standouts from the first game for the Canadian squad, and what to expect as the tournament rolls on.

    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.

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    19 mins
  • Team Canada's Hot Start with Luke Gazdic + Davis Payne!
    Feb 12 2026

    Matt Marchese and Mike Futa open today's edition of The FAN Hockey Show with thoughts on Team Canada's 5-0 win over Czechia to kick-off group play Milano Cortina Olympic Games! The boys open up the text-line to hear your thoughts following Canada's first game of the tournament. Luke Gazdic, former NHLer and current Sportsnet analyst, weighs in on the Canadians' complete effort over Czechia and highlights the team's difference makers early on. Davis Payne, Winnipeg Jets assistant coach, chats about the state of his team at the break and Josh Morrissey's opportunity on the international stage.

    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.

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    1 hr and 20 mins
  • Coaching Conversations: Rod Brind'Amour & Steve Spott!
    Feb 11 2026

    Matt Marchese and Mike Futa open today's program alongside Rod Brind'Amour, head coach of the Carolina Hurricanes. Rod weighs in on what Seth Jarvis brings to Team Canada's roster, offers a new twist to international competition, discusses the art of the shootout, and sets the stage for Olympic hockey. Steve Spott (26:12), Boston Bruins assistant coach, checks in with thoughts on his group's season so far, Fraser Minten's development this year, and the players representing the Bruins in Milano Cortina. Finally, Sportsnet's Ken Reid (01:16:08) relives some of Canada's best Olympic memories ahead tomorrow's opening game against Czechia.

    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.

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    1 hr and 40 mins
  • Olympic Memories with Rick Nash + Mammoth Head Coach André Tourigny!
    Feb 10 2026

    Matt Marchese and Mike Futa kick off the show alongside André Tourigny, head coach of the Utah Mammoth! He takes us through his team's inaugural season to discuss the biggest difference makers on the roster, the opportunity ahead for those selected to play in Milano Cortina, and his group's mentality down the stretch. Rick Nash (16:55), two-time Gold Medalist, joins the boys to share some of his favourite Olympic memories and what it meant to represent Canada on the world's stage, before shifting focus the 2026 tournament. Finally, former NHLer Riley Sheahan (45:35) chats about his retirement from hockey, why he fell out of love with the game, the importance of mental health and wellbeing for players, and what's next for him.

    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.

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    1 hr and 7 mins
  • Around the NHL with Elliotte Friedman: Team Canada Check-In
    Feb 10 2026

    Matt Marchese and Mike Futa open today's show with thoughts on Team Canada's 5-1 win over Czechia in women's hockey and Marie-Philip Poulin's injury. Elliotte Friedman, Sportsnet NHL insider and host of 32 Thoughts, joins to share the latest on Canada's men's squad as they prepare for their opening game on Thursday. Friedge also dives into who's facing the most pressure in the tournament, the biggest contenders to reach the top of the podium, and the IIHF overtime rules.

    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.

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    33 mins
  • Behind the Bench with Marco Sturm & Joel Quenneville!
    Feb 9 2026

    Matt Marchese and Mike Futa begin this episode talking with Marco Sturm, Head Coach of the Boston Bruins. He chats about Team Germany's opportunity at the Olympic games, the eight Bruins players that have travelled to Milano Cortina to compete, what's behind Boston's success this season, and much more! Later, Joel Quenneville (18:37), Head Coach of the Anaheim Ducks, checks in with his Olympic thoughts, before diving into the state of his club at the break. Finally, Matt and Mike wrap up the program with some final thoughts on Canada's line combinations at the team's first skate in Italy (47:07).

    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.

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    1 hr and 9 mins
  • Around the NHL with Elliotte Friedman: Live from Milano Cortina!
    Feb 9 2026

    Matt Marchese and Mike Futa open a new week on The FAN Hockey Show chatting with Elliotte Friedman, Sportsnet NHL insider and host of 32 Thoughts, live from Milano Cortina! He shares his first impressions of the Olympic hockey rink, what he learned from Jon Cooper in his sit-down interview with Canada's coach, and how to expect the international game to be officiated. Friedge also weighs in on the Group A round-robin schedule, what Tom Wilson and Seth Jarvis bring to the team, potential line combinations on the table, and if Jordan Binnington will start between the pipes for Canada.

    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.

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    31 mins