Hosted by Kyle Knopp and Matthew Zator, The Hockey Writers Podcast is where your favourite THW contributors discuss the hottest topics around the NHL and hockey world, five days a week (Monday to Friday). In today’s episode, Matthew is joined by Mariah Stark (Holland) (Minnesota Wild) and Melissa Boyd (Montreal Canadiens) to discuss Kirill Kaprizov, the Wild's chances in the playoffs, Guy Lafleur's legacy in Montreal and Carey Price's future with the Canadiens.
Mariah first gives her thoughts on Kaprizov and the franchise-record-breaking 2021-22 he had with the Wild after breaking rookie records in 2020-21. Then she talks about whether home ice is important for the Wild against the Blues and their chances of beating them in the first round. Going out to the Eastern Conference, Melissa talks about Guy Lafleur's impact on the Canadiens, their fans and hockey in general, Price's play since returning from injury, his Masterton Trophy nomination and what his future might hold in Montreal and the NHL.
Matthew, Melissa and Mariah wrap up the show with their articles of the day which feature the Buffalo Sabres' bright future under Don Granato, whether the Edmonton Oilers should entertain trading Leon Draisaitl if they flame out in the postseason and reasons why the Vancouver Canucks missed the playoffs this season.
Articles of the Day
Sabres’ Play This Season Shows Granato Was the Correct Hire - https://thehockeywriters.com/sabres-play-2021-22-granato-correct-hire/
Former Oiler Suggests Early Playoff Exit Should Result in Draisaitl Trade - https://thehockeywriters.com/oilers-early-playoff-exit-result-draisaitl-trade/
4 Reasons The Canucks Missed The 2022 Playoffs - https://thehockeywriters.com/canucks-4-reasons-missed-2022-playoffs/
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