Boston Fleet fans, we need to talk. What led to their playoff collapse after such a strong start?

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The Ottawa Senators have just taken the next step towards a new arena that would be easier for fans to reach. But what makes a good NHL arena? How important are sight lines, amenities, location, and history?

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Eddie Garcia and Shukri Wrights discuss the New York Rangers offseason and more with Locked On New York Rangers expert Jon Chik. We talk new head coach Mike Sullivan, GM Chris Drury's moves and more on this off season episode of Locked on NHL GameNight.

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Today we discuss some things we would change about hockey and the NHL if we were commissioner for a day. From the playoff format to overtime rules, and even the way officials call a game, we break down some changes we'd like to see in the NHL in the coming years.

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Florida Panthers dominate NHL with back-to-back Stanley Cups. Can they secure an unprecedented third straight championship?

Hosts Cam Stuart and Tyler Feldman break down the Panthers' remarkable success with Locked On Panthers expert Armando Velez. The trio explores Florida's impact on South Florida's hockey culture, Matthew Tkachuk's injury concerns, and the team's savvy salary cap management. Velez offers insider perspectives on potential Eastern Conference threats, including the Tampa Bay Lightning and Carolina Hurricanes.

Will the Panthers make history with a three-peat, or will hungry rivals derail their dynasty dreams? Tune in for expert analysis on Florida's quest for hockey immortality.

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Buffalo Sabres' playoff drought reaches 14 years. Can Tage Thompson's MVP-caliber play finally end the misery?

Host Cam Stuart and co-host Tyler Feldman dissect the Sabres' chances with Locked On Sabres host Joe DiBiase. They explore Thompson's 100-point potential, the impact of the JJ Paterka trade, and Bo Byram's intriguing contract situation. DiBiase offers insights on breakout candidates and the team's realistic point projections for the upcoming NHL season. Key factors for success include power play improvement and consistent goaltending.

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In this episode of Locked on NHL, hosts Seth Toupal and JD Young analyze the prospects of three NHL teams: the Philadelphia Flyers, Boston Bruins, and Seattle Kraken. They discuss each team's offseason moves, roster composition, and potential trajectories for the upcoming season. The Flyers' goaltending issues and cap constraints are highlighted, while the Bruins' aging core and lack of depth raise concerns. The Kraken's roster is critiqued as being composed primarily of third-line caliber players, potentially limiting their ceiling. The hosts debate each team's chances of making the playoffs and their likely finishing positions relative to one another, ultimately ranking them as Kraken, Flyers, and Bruins from highest to lowest.

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