The Stanley Cup Final is set to begin and it features two top teams with one looking to make history and are joined by a special guest. Mike DiStefano and David Morassutti break down the matchup between the Tampa Bay Lightning and Colorado Avalanche and what storylines stand out to them (2:22). Mike and Dave wonder the last time there was a more intriguing Stanley Cup Final in recent memory (6:17). 

NHL broadcaster Nick Alberga (@joinsthegoldenmuzzy) the show to discuss and also clarify the news about John Gibson being open to a trade (12:32). Why would the Leafs consider this and what is the motivation for the Anaheim Ducks to do this trade (16:50)? Who would be the right team to try and make a deal for Gibson (18:50)? Nick also gives his thoughts on how the Leafs season ended and the direction thet team should go in (24:50). Mike and Dave also get Nick's thoughts on the Stanley Cup Final and how he thinks the series could shake out (27:40) 

Mike and Dave discuss the possibility of giving Matt Murray a call should he get bought out by the Ottawa Senators with reports suggesting that it could happen (31:32). Bruce Cassidy has found himself a new team joining the Vegas Golden Knights as their head coach, is it the right fit? Mike and Dave discuss (34:47). Which vacancy is the most intriguing one? Mike and Dave look at the one that seems like the best situation (38:30). To end the show, the guys give their predictions for the series picking their Stanley Cup winner and who they think will win the Conn Smythe Trophy (42:20)
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