Matt Marchese and Mike Futa open this edition of The FAN Hockey Show with thoughts on last night's NHL action, starting with the Maple Leafs' 4-1 victory over the Panthers. Sportsnet's Anna Dua (06:42) joins the guys to make some over/under picks including the Avalanche's win total, MVP candidates in Colorado, and some goal totals for Alex Ovechkin, Steven Stamkos and Auston Matthews. Former NHLer Nate Thompson (50:30) stops by to chat about Stamkos' future in Nashville, being teammates with Martin St. Louis, and the NHL's youth movement, before sharing some stories from his time in the league. Later on, Sportsnet's Sean Reynolds (01:18:50) shares the latest on the Jets heading into tonight's matchup against the Canadiens.

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Matt Marchese and Mike Futa are joined by Paul Bissonnette, former NHLer and co-host of the Spittin' Chiclets podcast. They dive into the Maple Leafs' upcoming matchup against the Panthers and what's on the line for the two basement dwellers of the Atlantic Division, before taking a look around the league at some top headlines. Later, Sportsnet's Eric Engels (37:30) sets the stage for the Canadiens as they host the Senators tonight in Montreal.

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Matt Marchese and Mike Futa are joined by Elliotte Friedman, Sportsnet NHL insider and host of 32 Thoughts, joins the guys to recap their time at the company holiday party. They weigh in on Jordan Binnington's exchange with Jim Montgomery after being pulled from last night’s 4-1 loss and discuss his security as Team Canada's starter. Later, they chat about the Jets' situation in goal with Connor Hellebuyck sidelined, Brenden Dillon's injury sustained during his 1000th game, and the Golden Knights recalling Carter Hart for his first NHL game in nearly two years. Finally, Friedge shares his thoughts on Brad Marchand's comments about the Maple Leafs' playoff hope ahead of tonight's clash with the Panthers, as well as David Perron’s career as he nears 1200 NHL games.

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Matt Marchese and Mike Futa kick off this episode with a look back on the five things they had their eyes on over the weekend in the "Futa Five". Former NHLer Brad May (12:38) stops by to share some stories from his time in the league and chat about how the role of enforcers has changed over the years. Luke Gazdic (43:40), former winger turned Sportsnet analyst, wraps up today's show with thoughts on his three stars of the week, the decisions ahead for Team Canada's Olympic roster, and his pick for Friday's Fight of the Week!

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Matt Marchese and Mike Futa open a new week on The FAN Hockey Show highlighting the standout performers from this past weekend in the NHL alongside Elliotte Friedman, Sportsnet insider and host of 32 Thoughts. They touch on Dakota Joshua's bounce-back game after being a healthy scratch on Friday night, the gravity of tonight's Maple Leafs-Panthers matchup, and Craig Berube's recent efforts to shuffle Toronto's lineup. Later, Friedge looks into the flurry of video reviews to start Saturday's Canucks-Kings game and the controversial game-winner, along with the injury concerns as a result of the NHL's condensed schedule. The boys wrap up with a chat about the true contenders in the Eastern Conference, J.J. Moser's impact in Tampa Bay, the keys to Minnesota's strong play of late, and more!

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Mike Futa shares 'The Futa Five' heading into the weekend with Matt Marchese including the Colorado Avalanche continuing their win streak post American Thanksgiving, confidence in Leafs' goaltender Joseph Woll, if changes are on the horizon for the Nashville Predators, Winnipeg Jets' recent slide, and if he'd rather see parity or mediocrity in the NHL. Then, Sportsnet hockey analyst Jason Bukala (15:09) joins Mike and Matt to chat about his takeaways and standouts from the CHL-USA Top Prospects Challenge and if we can expect a rise of tall players coming through the pipeline. To wrap up, former NHLer and head coach Ted Nolan drops by in-studio (42:31) to chat about his two sons Jordan and Brandon playing in the NHL, working on the TV show Shoresy, the connection between hockey and his Indigenous' roots and giving back to his community.

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Elliotte Friedman, Sportsnet NHL insider and host of 32 Thoughts, joins Matt Marchese and Mike Futa to discuss the Montreal Canadiens and Mike Matheson coming to an agreement on a 5-year contract extension, if the Habs will focus on a veteran forward in the trade market, why the reported progress towards an extension between the Calgary Flames and GM Craig Conroy could be completed, why the thought of John Tavares' injury in 2014 remains ahead of the 2026 Winter Olympics and their ice rink concerns, and Josh Norris' pending return to the Buffalo Sabres' lineup.

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Matt Marchese and Mike Futa hit the FAN Hockey Hotline to answer your calls and questions. Sportsnet's Anna Dua (19:55) shares what teams and players she's thankful for in honour of American Thanksgiving —highlighting John Tavares and the Avalanche— before breaking down the Leafs' overtime win over the Blue Jackets on Wednesday. Later, NHL Network radio's Scott Laughlin (46:25) stops by to discuss the Senators' hot stretch as Brady Tkachuk nears a return, whether the Jets should be concerned over their play without Connor Hellebuyck, and Alex Ovechkin's scoring pace in what may be his final NHL season.

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