Mostly hockey, a little bit of nonsense. What Chaos! is an ALLCITY Network NHL podcast hosted by hockey insiders and longtime friends Pete Blackburn (formerly Bally Sports, Fox Sports) and DJ Bean (formerly Boston Bruins reporter, NHL analyst). Featuring exclusive interviews with NHL insiders, prominent reporters, and current and former players, the show delivers expert analysis, humor, and entertaining conversations about the league’s biggest news, star players, and most intriguing storylines.
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Mostly hockey, a little bit of nonsense. What Chaos! is an ALLCITY Network NHL podcast hosted by hockey insiders and longtime friends Pete Blackburn (formerly Bally Sports, Fox Sports) and DJ Bean (formerly Boston Bruins reporter, NHL analyst). Featuring exclusive interviews with NHL insiders, prominent reporters, and current and former players, the show delivers expert analysis, humor, and entertaining conversations about the league’s biggest news, star players, and most intriguing storylines.
We look ahead to the 2025-26 NHL season and discuss which teams and people have the most to prove, from the wildly disappointing Nashville Predators to another year of the Yzer-plan in Detroit. Plus, Pete is back after getting married, we Seattle's mascot almost got eaten by a bear and we review the movie 'Weapons'.
After winning back-to-back Stanley cups and his viral 4 Nations fight, Florida Panthers star Matthew Tkachuk was selected as the cover athlete for EA Sports NHL 26. Was the polarizing player the right choice, or should another player have been selected? Plus, we discuss Pete's wedding, the new Bruins away jerseys, and the amazing state of college hockey with guest host Jonny Lazarus!
We discuss where Yegor Chinakhov should end up after requesting a trade from the Columbus Blue Jackets and review Adam Sandler's 'Happy Gilmore 2'. Plus, we talk about what happens when you end up with four Brad Marchand Bruins jerseys, an update on the NHL's love for Coldplay, and the Christian Wilkins situation.
After Kaapo Kakko signed an extension with the Seattle Kraken, we take an in-depth look at the franchise as it heads into its fifth season and discuss Seattle chasing the magic from its 100-point 2022-23 season and if they can return to relevance. Plus, we name all 32 NFL quarterbacks and review Ari Aster's "Eddington," because it's the Summer.
It's summer, so we discuss the big news from across the NHL, including the fact that seemingly every player is going to a Coldplay concert. We also discuss the Bo Byram extension, Jeff Skinner signing in San Jose, Arturs Silvos being traded to Pittsburgh. Plus, we got NHL schedule releases!
NHL Development camps gave us our first look at some prospect with their new teams and a bunch of chaos, including Nashville's "Preds in the Community" initiative and the Toronto Maple Leafs talking to a horse. We discuss that, Nikolaj Ehlers signing with the Carolina Hurricanes, Gavin McKenna's game changing commitment to Penn State and WAY more.
Nikolaj Ehlers remains the big name on free agency boards after an opening day of free agency that saw K'Andre Miller get traded to the Carolina Hurricanes and teams like the Boston Bruins and Los Angeles Kings make a variety of interesting signings. We recap day one of FA and are joined by Shayna Goldman of the Athletic to break down the major moves.
After months of speculation about offer sheets, the Toronto Maple Leafs locked up Matthew Knies long term, and after YEARS of trade speculation, John Gibson has found a new home with the Detroit Red Wings. We discuss that and much more as the NHL offseason gets under way, and are joined by NHL Insider Chris Johnston to breakdown where and when some of the other big free agent dominoes may fall.
The new decentralized NHL Draft was CHAOS! We react to everything from an emotional Matthew Schaefer going first overall to the awkward video calls with front offices.
The Buffalo Sabres completed the long-anticipated JJ Peterka trade, sending the German forward to the Utah Mammoth in exchange for Michael Kesselring and Josh Doan. We talk about what this trade means for both teams. We also discuss the reports of a new CBA agreement, including moving to an 84-game season and the elimination of the LTIR loophole.
We discuss news and updates from around the NHL including Evander Kane being traded to the Vancouver Canucks ahead of previewing the NHL draft with Elite Prospects' Cam Robinson. Plus, we discuss the HHOF class and the Blues jersey & logo update. Steve "Petey" Peters, former video coach for Rick Tocchet, also joins the show to discuss how Trevor Zegras will fit with Tocchet and the Philadelphia Flyers.
The Edmonton Oilers' back-to-back Stanley Cups losses have caused people to speculate whether Connor McDavid could look elsewhere in free agency when his contract expires in 2026. We're joined by host of OilersNation Everyday Tyler Yaremchuk to discuss the discourse around 97 and why McDavid is likely staying put. Plus, Elliotte Friedman reports than the Anaheim Ducks an=re nearing a Trevor Zegras trade and we recap a wild Cup celebration for the Florida Panthers.
After losing their second straight Stanley Cup Final, the Edmonton Oilers were left searching for answers on how to get over the hump. We discuss where Stan Bowman goes from here with the Edmonton roster, what the Trent Frederic deal means for them, and whether a potential Jeremy Swayman trade could solve their issues in net. Plus, we talk about the NHLs investigation into the Oilers use of Evander Kane on LTIR and other news as the offseason gets underway.
For the second straight year, the Florida Panthers defeated the Edmonton Oilers in the Stanley Cup Final.We react to everything from Florida's dominant performance, the celebration and what this means for both teams legacies. Plus, we're joined by Le Betard Show's and Miami Herald columnist Greg Cote to discuss the Cup and McOverrated.
The Florida Panthers head into tonight's Game 6 against the Edmonton Oilers with a chance to win their second straight Stanley Cup, but can Connor McDavid and company force another Game 7 and give themselves an opportunity to finish the job this time? We're joined by Steve "Petey" Peters to preview the game and Mike Ryan of Meadowlark Media to discuss the Panthers and Brad Marchand's potential Conn Smyth bid.
The Florida Panthers have placed themselves firmly in control of the Stanley Cup Final after a dominant Game 5 win over the Edmonton Oilers, but we discuss why Florida may be planning the parade too early. Jeff Marek, host of The Sheet, joins to discuss some of the major storylines through five games of the SCF. Plus, we discuss news from around the NHL, including reports that the Buffalo Sabres are considering trading JJ Peterka.
After a smothering 5-2 win over the Edmonton Oilers, the Florida Panthers have taken a 3-2 series lead in the Stanley Cup Final. We react to everything from Game 5, including Brad Marchand's brilliance and the Oilers' decision to star Calvin Pickard over Stuart Skinner.
Despite going down 3-0 and pulling starting goalie Stuart Skinner after the first period, the Edmonton Oilers rallied to win an insane Game 4 in OT and tie the Stanley Cup Final 2-2. We're joined by Steve "Petey" Peters, host of Inside the Coaches' Room, to breakdown the chaos of Game 4 and discuss whether Skinner or Calvin Pickard should start in Game 5. Plus, Connor Hellebuyck won the Hart!
After getting blown out by the Florida Panthers in Game 3 of the Stanley Cup Final, The Edmonton Oilers look to rebound, but is it a must win for Connor McDavid & company? We preview the game and discuss some major lineup changes for the Oil. Plus, we're joined by comedian and Anaheim Ducks fan Brad Williams and Daily Faceoff's Frank Seravalli.
The Anaheim Ducks are in the process of acquiring ANOTHER New York Ranger, this time Chris Kreider. We react to the trade and what it means for the Ducks roster. Plus, we discuss updates as Game 4 of the Stanley Cup Final approaches and are joined by Isaiah Mustafa, actor and host of the NHL Awards, ahead of Thursday's award show.
Mostly hockey, a little bit of nonsense. What Chaos! is an ALLCITY Network NHL podcast hosted by hockey insiders and longtime friends Pete Blackburn (formerly Bally Sports, Fox Sports) and DJ Bean (formerly Boston Bruins reporter, NHL analyst). Featuring exclusive interviews with NHL insiders, prominent reporters, and current and former players, the show delivers expert analysis, humor, and entertaining conversations about the league’s biggest news, star players, and most intriguing storylines.
