On this episode of Upon Further Review, we come back from a long break to quickly recap Mitch Marner signing with the Golden Knights, the Leafs’ off-season, and discuss their first game of the season (0:23). We then break down the recent big-money contracts signed across the NHL and discuss the changing contract landscape (22:03). We spend the bulk of the episode previewing each division, including the Central (47:32), Pacific (1:24:36), Metropolitan (1:46:03), and Atlantic (2:00:01).

On this episode of the Upon Further Review Podcast, we break down the disappointing, yet unsurprising end to the Toronto Maple Leafs’ season after yet another Game 7 loss, including team performances, Marner’s future with the team, Shanahan’s departure, and more (0:23). Next, we analyze the remaining two series and discuss who we believe will prevail in the Stars vs Oilers Western Conference Finals (51:41) and Panthers vs Hurricanes Eastern Conference Finals (57:30).

On this episode of Upon Further Review, we start by reviewing the Leafs vs. Senators Round 1 series and preview the upcoming Leafs vs. Panthers series. We then review the remainder of Round 1 series before previewing the rest of Round 2. We wrap the episode by giving our predictions for the major NHL awards.

On this episode of Upon Further Review, we break down and give predictions for each Round 1 matchup of the Stanley Cup Playoffs! Starting in the East, we discuss the Leafs vs. Senators, Panthers vs. Lightning, Canadiens vs. Capitals, and Hurricanes vs. Devils. In the West we preview the Avalanche vs. Stars, Jets vs. Blues, Kings vs. Oilers, and Golden Knights vs. Wild.

On this episode of the Upon Further Review Podcast, we discuss the Leafs’ recent volatility, late resurgence of Auston Matthews, and our overall confidence with respect to their playoff hopes and Game 1 starter (0:23). Next, we analyze our best and worst deadline additions roughly two weeks after the dust has settled on the NHL Trade Deadline (27:05). We then break down the playoff races within the Eastern and Western conference, with special attention paid to the Ottawa Senators, Montreal Canadiens, and New York Rangers (50:07). We end off the episode by outlining our playoff pretenders and contenders (1:11:16).

On this episode of Upon Further Review, we discuss the aftermath of a busy NHL Trade Deadline. We start off by discussing the arms race in the Atlantic Division (0:23), before discussing the Mikko Rantanen trade that shook up the Metropolitan Division (35:01). We then discussed the new-look Stars and Avalanche in the Central Division (51:22) before wrapping up with the Pacific Division (1:01:45), our winners and losers (1:08:35), and new Stanley Cup predictions (1:14:58).

On this episode of Upon Further Review, we breakout the recent trade activity across the NHL and briefly preview the upcoming 4 Nations Faceoff!

On this episode of Upon Further Review, we work through our annual NHL Holiday Wishlist where we give each team in the NHL one gift for the holidays! In Part 2, we go through each team in the Western Conference!

In this episode of Upon Further Review, we work through our annual NHL Holiday Wishlist where we give each team in the NHL one gift for the holidays! In Part 1, we go through each team in the Eastern Conference - stay tuned for the Western Conference next week for Part 2!

On this episode of the Upon Further Review Podcast, we break down the Leafs stellar play without Auston Matthews, including Tavares’ resurgence, Nylander brothers’ debut, and Stolarz’ and Woll’s Jennings-level goaltending (0:23). We then get into a discussion surrounding pending contracts, including Mitch Marner, Mikko Rantanen, and Kirill Kaprizov (15:51). Next, we discuss the firing and hiring of Jim Montgomery by the Boston Bruins and St. Louis Blues, respectively (37:26). With Ovechkin unfortunately set to miss the next 4-6 weeks, we analyse whether the goals record is still within reach (49:00). We end off the episode discussing Bedard’s early-season struggles (53:30) and by projecting Team Canada’s roster for the NHL 4 Nations Face-Off (58:17).

On this episode of the Upon Further Review Podcast, we begin by breaking down the Maple Leafs’ start to the season, including Knies’ electric start (5:19), the Liljegren trade (24:00), Nylander’s reduction in ice time (34:08), and the splitting of PP1 (39:05). Next, we analyse the recent contract extensions of Carter Verhaeghe (43:22) and Alexis Lafrenière (49:53). With our newest segment “It’s Only Early But…,” we take a look at the Bruins’ poor start (1:05:47), Caufield’s and Connor’s early bids for the Rocket Richard (1:15:54), and the Avalanche’s need to turn their season around (1:29:28).

On this episode of Upon Further Review, we begin by breaking down the Leafs’ solid start to the season, including Stolarz’s great play, Matthews’ two way presence, OEL’s contributions to PP1, and more (0:23). Next, we discuss teams that have gotten off to shaky starts, including the Oilers, Avalanche, and Predators (32:46). With all of the goalie contracts signed, we take some time to break down the Oettinger and Ullmark deals (47:53), as well as what Shesterkin will sign for when he inks a new deal (52:54). We then analyse Elias Petterssons’ disappearance since signing his long-term extension last year and discuss how the Canucks should manage his play moving forward (1:02:56). We end off the episode on a positive note by discussing teams that have surpassed early expectations, including the Flames and Hockey Club (1:13:11).

On this episode of Upon Further Review, we give our predictions for this season, starting with the Atlantic Division (0:23) . We are then joined by LA Kings player Akil Thomas to discuss his preparation for the upcoming season, the Kings’ expectations, and his life outside of hockey (32:21). We then complete the Eastern Conference with our Metropolitan Division predictions (55:18) and wrap the episode with our Pacific (1:16:10) and Central Division () predictions, as well as our major trophy predictions (1:35:40).

On this episode of Upon Further Review, we start by breaking down the Moritz Seider and Lucas Raymond contract extensions (0:23). We are then joined by Kyle Cushman where we talk about some Leafs’ prospects, the Nylander at centre experiment, and how the Leafs’ roster might look once the regular season starts (22:08). We then talk about Sidney Crosby’s extension with the Penguins (1:01:08), recently named NHL captains (1:07:25), and end the episode with three hot takes each for this season (1:20:24).

On this episode of Upon Further Review, we begin by discussing the contract extension of Leon Draisaitl and what this means for the Oilers’ future cup hopes and McDavid’s upcoming extension (0:23). Next, we had the pleasure of welcoming former Maple Leaf and Flyer, Jay Rosehill, onto the podcast for a discussion regarding the Maple Leafs’ upcoming session and the Toronto market in general (34:57).  In light of Draisaitl’s extension, we then move forward with ranking the top 10 centres in the NHL (1:09:06), before discussing Swayman’s current contract debate with the Bruins and where he fits in with the NHL’s best goalies (1:19:42). We end off this episode breaking down the Hurricanes’ long-term extension of Seth Jarvis and whether his uniquely structured contract will set a financial precedent in the NHL moving forward (1:33:00).

On this episode of Upon Further Review, we start by discussing the decision to name Auston Matthews of the Toronto Maple Leafs (0:23). We then break down recent trades of Patrik Laine to the Canadiens (28:24) and Yaroslav Askarov to the Sharks (43:16) as well as the outlook for both teams moving forward. We then wrap the episode with some fantasy hockey chat (52:42) and discussing Matty Beniers (1:05:48) contract extension. 

On this episode of Upon Further Review, we discuss the recent contract extensions of Travis Konecny (0:23), Quinton Byfield (11:11), and Ukko-Pekka Luukkonen (17:32). We then discuss Patrik Laine’s future and which teams are the best fit for him moving forward (24:48), before wrapping up the episode discussing our winners and losers of free agency (30:57).

After the dust of NHL Free Agency has settled, Upon Further Review spends this episode breaking down all of the big deals that were signed. We begin with the Toronto Maple Leafs, discussing the Tanev, OEL, Stolarz, and Liljegren signings, as well as them missing out on the seemingly perfect fit of Sean Walker (0:23). Next, we delve into the Oilers trading for Savoie, as well as signing Arvidsson and Skinner (30:46). Another big player this free agency were the Predators, inking Stamkos, Marchessault, and Skjei (38:33). We then end off the episode discussing the Bruins staying true to their identity by signing Lindholm and Zadorov (51:34), the Kraken signing Montour and Stephenson (55:40), the Devils inking Pesce (1:00:53), and the Panthers giving the bag to Reinhart (1:06:31).

On this episode of Upon Further Review, we begin by breaking down Game 7 of the Stanley Cup Final, including Florida avoiding collapse, Draisaitl disappearing, and what this means for the future Edmonton’s superstars (0:23). Next, we discuss the trades that have occurred thus far, including Sergachev (24:26) and Jeannot to Utah (41:24), Guentzel to Tampa Bay (44:20), Marino to Utah (48:10), and Thompson and Mangiapane to the Capitals (53:22). We then spend some time discussing the Leafs’ trading for Tanev’s rights (1:00:36) and signing Domi (1:09:49), as well as their future direction for this offseason. We end off the episode by predicting how this loaded free agent market will transpire (1:15:22), discussing MacKinnon and Hughes taking home some hardware (1:18:59), and recapping the Ducks’ surprising third overall pick at the NHL Draft (1:23:24).