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  • Breaking Down the Oilers’ Summer Cap Crisis

    Breaking Down the Oilers’ Summer Cap Crisis
    2026/05/22

    The bill is finally due for the Edmonton Oilers.
    After years of going all-in around Connor McDavid and Leon Draisaitl, the Oilers are staring down one of the toughest offseasons in the NHL. Cap space is disappearing, depth is thinning, and difficult decisions are coming fast.

    In this episode of Mid-Ice Crisis, we break down:
    - Edmonton’s looming salary cap nightmare
    - Which free agents they could target this summer
    - The biggest roster holes heading into next season
    - Trade candidates and buyout possibilities

    Are the Oilers still built to contend… or is this where things start to unravel?

    👇 Drop your thoughts in the comments:
    Who should the Oilers keep no matter what? And who should they move on from?

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    23 分
  • Pressure Is Building For The NHL's Most Desperate Teams

    Pressure Is Building For The NHL's Most Desperate Teams
    2026/05/15

    The NHL offseason is starting to heat up — and some front offices are officially under pressure.
    In this quick-hit episode of Mid-Ice Crisis, Josh Cybulski breaks down the biggest NHL news stories from the past week, focusing on transactions, executive decisions, coaching uncertainty, roster direction, and the franchises' standing at major crossroads heading into the summer.

    Josh touches on the growing pressure surrounding the Toronto Maple Leafs,
    Kyle Dubas and the Pittsburgh Penguins trying to balance contention with the reality that their best players are old and slowing down, and why the Nashville Predators feel stuck in the middle.
    He also gives his thoughts on Edmonton, Buffalo, Columbus, New Jersey, and more

    If you enjoy NHL conversations focused on trades, contracts, roster construction, and team-building strategy, this is the episode for you.

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    Listen to Josh’s Audiobook Podcast: https://podcasts.apple.com/ca/podcast/second-story-work-the-novel/id1712487814
    Subscribe to Mid-Ice Crisis for more NHL news, offseason coverage, trade speculation, and hockey analysis throughout the summer.

    #NHL #MapleLeafs #Penguins #Senators #Oilers #HockeyPodcast #NHLRumors #NHLNews #MidIceCrisis
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    18 分
  • Breaking Down Pittsburgh’s Massive Offseason w/ Mad Chad

    Breaking Down Pittsburgh’s Massive Offseason w/ Mad Chad
    2026/05/11

    Are the Pittsburgh Penguins the most fascinating team to watch this summer? Retired podcaster and Penguins writer Mad Chad and I break down the Penguins' playoff performance, their options this summer, and what the future holds for Sidney Crosby, Evgeni Malkin and Kris Letang.
    We also talk about Connor McDavid and what is in store for him and the Edmonton Oilers.

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    Listen to Josh’s Audiobook Podcast: https://podcasts.apple.com/ca/podcast/second-story-work-the-novel/id1712487814

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    #PittsburghPenguins #EvgeniMalkin #NHL #sidneycrosby #krisletang #pittsburgh #letsgopens #gopensgo #penguins
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    1 時間 6 分
  • The End of an Era? Evgeni Malkin’s Future With the Penguins

    The End of an Era? Evgeni Malkin’s Future With the Penguins
    2026/05/09

    Evgeni Malkin has been part of the Pittsburgh Penguins for nearly two decades.
    Three Stanley Cups. Countless clutch moments. One of the most dominant playoff performers of his generation.
    But with Malkin’s future in Pittsburgh becoming less certain, Penguins fans are starting to ask a question many hoped would never come:

    What happens if Geno leaves?

    In this video, we break down:
    Malkin’s pending UFA status
    What he still brings to the Penguins
    Whether Pittsburgh should re-sign him
    What his departure would mean emotionally for the fanbase
    How the end of the Crosby-Malkin-Letang era could reshape the franchise

    Is this the beginning of the end for one of hockey’s greatest dynasties — or does Malkin still have unfinished business in Pittsburgh?

    👇 Let me know in the comments:
    Should the Penguins keep Malkin no matter what?

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    #PittsburghPenguins #EvgeniMalkin #NHL
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    13 分
  • NHL Officiating Is a Joke — And Everyone Knows It

    NHL Officiating Is a Joke — And Everyone Knows It
    2026/04/24

    Meet the chaos, and the controversy, that is NHL officiating. This week Josh breaks down what he's observed in the first week of the NHL playoffs and asks you to tell him what you've seen as well.
    Josh also predicts that a large group of former NHL fans are becoming skeptical about the direction of the NHL and whether or not everything is above board.

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    Listen to Josh’s Audiobook Podcast: https://podcasts.apple.com/ca/podcast/second-story-work-the-novel/id1712487814

    #nhl #nhlhockey #nhlteam #hockey #hockeynews #hockeyfans #toronto #pittsburghpenguins #gopensgo #goalieinterference #garybettman #nhlofficials #referee #nhlreferee #philadelphiaflyers #nhlplayoffs #flyers #philly #philly #Boston #bostonbruins #buffalo #buffalosabres #coloradoavalanche #losangeleskings
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    19 分
  • Are The Canadiens Finally Ready To Compete With The Big Boys? (ft. Jonny G)

    Are The Canadiens Finally Ready To Compete With The Big Boys? (ft. Jonny G)
    2026/04/16

    This week we dive deep into the incredible transformation of the Montreal Canadiens under coach Marty St. Louis. We explore how this young, exciting, fast team might go on a historic playoff run, and what it takes to build a winner in the NHL’s tightest races.
    Joining the show this week as our first guest is Jonny G of Barely Onside⁩ to discuss:
    ● The historic rise of the Montreal Canadiens and their latest milestones
    ● How Marty St. Louis’s coaching is shaping a premier team culture
    ● Key players’ breakout seasons: Nick Suzuki, Cole Caulfield, Lane Hudson, and more
    ● The significance of management changes and organizational philosophy
    ● Predictions & strategic matchups for the 2026 NHL playoffs
    ● The importance of chemistry, patience, and avoiding emotional decisions in trades
    ● The potential for a blockbuster trade—what Montreal might do this summer

    This was a fun one! Enjoy it!

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    #nhl #nhlhockey #nhlteam #hockey #hockeynews #hockeyfans #canada #habs #gohabsgo #montrealcanadiens #canadiens

    Chapters
    (00:00) - The Canadiens’ explosive rise: milestones and surprises
    (02:19) - Why this team is different: young talent and accelerated rebuild
    (03:17) - The influence of Jeff Gordon & Jeff Gordon’s leadership magic
    (06:32) - How management philosophy shapes winning teams
    (08:46) - Marty St. Louis’s growth as a coach and player development
    (17:28) - Can he be both a development guru and a finisher?
    (22:45) - Building trust: The foundation of Montreal’s success
    (24:58) - Developing young stars like Slav, Caulfield, and others
    (33:00) - The blockbuster move: Montreal's summer trade targets
    (35:14) - The all-important second line center: Who is the best fit?
    (44:12) - NHL playoff predictions: Montreal’s path & potential outcomes (66:27) - How Montreal prepares to face favorites like Tampa, Boston
    (71:33) - Surprising facts about Carolina’s style & playoff style nuances
    (73:55) - Wrapping up with bold predictions & the future of Montreal hockey
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    1 時間 14 分
  • Re-Imagining the Toronto Maple Leafs: Who's in the Running?

    Re-Imagining the Toronto Maple Leafs: Who's in the Running?
    2026/04/10

    In this episode, Josh Cybulski analyzes the Toronto Maple Leafs' current management situation, the potential GM candidates, and the challenges the team is facing. He explores internal and external options, team prospects, salary cap issues, and strategic directions for rebuilding or retooling the franchise.

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    Listen to Josh’s Audiobook Podcast: https://podcasts.apple.com/ca/podcast/second-story-work-the-novel/id1712487814

    #nhl #nhlhockey #goleafsgo #mapleleafs #mapleleafsnews #nhlteam #hockey #hockeynews #hockeyfans #torontomapleleafs #toronto #tmltalk #tml #leafsnation #goleafs #austonmatthews #williamnylander #kyledubas #pittsburghpenguins

    Chapters

    00:00 Pizza Review and Introduction
    02:12 Toronto Maple Leafs GM Search
    04:53 Analyzing the Maple Leafs' Current Situation
    08:03 Potential Candidates for GM
    10:50 John Chayka: A Risky Choice
    13:17 Mark Hunter: The Scouting Expert
    16:00 Internal Candidates and Stability
    18:58 External Candidates and Market Dynamics
    21:48 Final Thoughts on the GM Search
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    34 分
  • Brad Treliving Is Out In Toronto | Do Maple Leafs Fans Miss Kyle Dubas Yet?

    Brad Treliving Is Out In Toronto | Do Maple Leafs Fans Miss Kyle Dubas Yet?
    2026/03/31

    The Toronto Maple Leafs have fired general manager Brad Treliving and will begin a hunt for his replacement. Where did it go wrong for Toronto and Treliving and where do they go from here?

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    16 分