Should Edmonton Oilers head coach Kris Knoblauch keep his job after a first-round exit to the Anaheim Ducks? Nick Zararis breaks down the full case: the numbers, the politics, and the candidates waiting in the wings to give you the most honest answer you'll hear this offseason. What's covered: Has Kris Knoblauch actually gotten worse results from the Oilers each season? The 3-year even strength decline, explained in plain numbers Why firing a coach in the NHL is more of a political decision than a hockey one — and what that means for General Manager Stan Bowman Bruce Cassidy: Is the Stanley Cup-winning coach really available, and would he actually take the Edmonton job? John Cooper: Why he might be the best coach in the NHL right now — and why that still might not matter for the Oilers Connor McDavid's contract situation in 2027 and how the coaching decision this summer could directly affect it Why Knoblauch's .624 points percentage makes him the best Oilers coach of the 21st century, and why that might not be enough to save his job The Oilers went to back-to-back Stanley Cup Finals in 2024 and 2025. They got bounced in Round 1 in 2026. Something has to change 05:12 Intuitive decision-making in hockey 07:55 Discussing player development in hockey 12:19 Evaluating coach influence on Oilers 15:34 Oilers' declining performance metrics 17:51 Oilers' offensive struggles 21:46 Tough decisions as an NHL GM 25:03 Connor McDavid's contract future 29:39 Discussing Knoblauch's future with Oilers 30:24 Promoting Locked On channels Everydayer Club If you never miss an episode, it’s time to make it official. Join the Locked On Everydayer Club and get ad-free audio, access to our members-only Discord, and more — all built for our most loyal fans. Click here to learn more and join your team’s community: https://lockedonoilers.supercast.com Support Us By Supporting Our Sponsors! Indeed Now, you can speed up your hiring process with a $75 Sponsored Job Credit. Just go to https://indeed.com/podcast right now and support our show by saying you heard about Indeed on this podcast. Terms and conditions apply. KALSHI For a limited time, download the Kalshi app and use code LOCKEDON to get ten dollars when you trade ten. Kalshi. Trade on anything. Gametime Download the Gametime app, create an account, and use code LOCKEDON for $20 off your first purchase. Terms apply. Download Gametime today. What time is it? Gametime. FanDuel Today's episode is brought to you by FanDuel. Right now new customers can bet just five dollars and get one-hundred and fifty dollars in bonus bets if your first bet wins. Visit https://FANDUEL.COM to get started — Play Your Game. 5-Hour ENERGY The Cotton Candy flavor is HERE on https://5hourEnergy.com or Amazon, crack open Cotton Candy 5-hour ENERGY®️ shot today! Rugiet Get 15% off your treatment → https://rugiet.com/lockedonnhl Rugiet. Performance medicine for men. Quo Make this the year where no opportunity — and no customer — slips away. Try Quo for free plus get 20% off your first 6 months when you go to http://Quo.com/lockedonnhl. FANDUEL DISCLAIMER: 21+ in select states. First online real money wager only. Bonus issued as nonwithdrawable free bets that expires in 14 days. Restrictions apply. See terms at sportsbook.fanduel.com. Gambling Problem? Call 1-800-GAMBLER or visit FanDuel.com/RG (CO, IA, MD, MI, NJ, PA, IL, VA, WV), 1-800-NEXT-STEP or text NEXTSTEP to 53342 (AZ), 1-888-789-7777 or visit ccpg.org/chat (CT), 1-800-9-WITH-IT (IN), 1-800-522-4700 (WY, KS) or visit ksgamblinghelp.com (KS), 1-877-770-STOP (LA), 1-877-8-HOPENY or text HOPENY (467369) (NY), TN REDLINE 1-800-889-9789 (TN) Follow & Subscribe on all Podcast platforms… 🎧 https://link.chtbl.com/LOOilers?sid=YouTube Locked On NHL League-Wide: Every Team, Fantasy, Prospects & More 🎧 https://linktr.ee/LockedOnNHL #NHL #Oilers #EdmontonOilers
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Boomer, Pinder and Rhett are joined by TSN’s Jamie “Noodles” McLennan on the Insider Hotline to break down the chaos from the NHL Draft Lottery and what it all means for the Calgary Flames after sliding down to sixth overall. The guys dive into who could realistically still be available for Calgary, how the board might fall, and whether this changes the direction of the Flames’ offseason plans. They also discuss San Jose jumping up to second overall and what that could mean for the Sharks moving forward before the conversation inevitably shifts into the insanity surrounding the Toronto Maple Leafs winning the lottery and the fallout. #nhl #nhlshorts #nhlplayoffs #nhlpredictions #nhlhockey #nhlpicks #stanleycup #stanleycupfinal #torontomapleleafs #toronto CHECK OUT OUR STUFF ⬇️ BARN BURNER MERCH https://nationgear.ca/collections/shirts/Flamesnation BARN BURNER SHORTS https://youtube.com/playlist?list=PLj_bcGtvvo-cW2DHEDZ6dEO5ePDmlhZc9&si=jo8iNGxT4ImhS2Y8 📲 Follow us: Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/fnbarnburner/ X (Twitter): https://x.com/barnburnerfn?lang=en 🎧 Listen on: Apple Podcasts: https://podcasts.apple.com/be/podcast/barn-burner-boomer-pinder-with-rhett-warrener/id1648562889 Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/3Mc6Qd5U22R2zbMlQ7RxIi Producer: Jack Haverstock
The offseason is heating up for the Cyclones! In this episode of Bleav in Iowa State, Tyler and Cody discuss the massive 10-year, ...
The offseason is heating up for the Cyclones! In this episode of Bleav in Iowa State, Tyler and Cody discuss the massive 10-year, $60 million contract extension for TJ Otzelberger. We also dive into the latest recruiting news with Donovan Davis visiting Ames, honor the legendary career of Latoya Schaben, and break down the latest NBA Mock Draft featuring Big 12 stars. Plus, a heated discussion on the NCAA's decision to expand the tournament to 76 teams. Go Cyclones!" Iowa State Basketball, TJ Otzelberger, Cyclones Recruiting, Big 12 Basketball, NCAA Tournament Expansion, NBA Mock Draft 2026, Donovan Davis, Latoya Schaben, Iowa State Football. #IowaState #Cyclones #Big12 #TJOtzelberger #CollegeBasketball #NBA #MarchMadness Be sure to rate and subscribe on your favorite podcast provider as well as follow us on social media below: Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/profile.php?… YouTube: / @bleaviniowastpodcast TikTok: / bleaviniowastate #IowaStateBasketball #BleavNetwork #IowaStateFootball Instagram: / bleaviniowastate X/Twitter: https://x.com/BleavinISU Be sure to rate and subscribe on your favorite podcast provider as well as follow us on social media below: Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/profile.php?… YouTube: / @bleaviniowastpodcast TikTok: / bleaviniowastate #IowaStateBasketball #BleavNetwork #IowaStateFootball Instagram: / bleaviniowastate X/Twitter: https://x.com/BleavinISU
Jon Jansen and Brian Boesch are back for another Michigan Football discussion, as they discuss the Wolverines' strengths and weaknesses at this point of the offseason and the upcoming schedule's critical pivot points. Wednesday's audio version of In the Trenches, presented by Meijer, includes a great conversation with offensive lineman Blake Frazier. You can find In the Trenches on our MGoBlue Podcasts feed, available at the links below. PROGRAMMING NOTE: Our next live stream is scheduled for Tuesday, May 19, at 11:15 a.m. Apple: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/mgoblue-podcasts-with-jon-jansen/id1415377543 Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/0i1bJuYAQhOpydFYfV2pIO MGoBlue: https://mgoblue.com/podcasts
Milwaukee Bucks shake up the NBA coaching ranks by landing Taylor Jenkins with a $10+ million annual offer, making him one of the league’s highest-paid coaches. Is this bold investment the key to stabilizing Milwaukee’s future amid Giannis Antetokounmpo trade rumors and ownership shifts? Justin Garcia and Camille Davis dissect what Jenkins’ lucrative contract signals about the Bucks’ strategy and willingness to spend big for sustained success. The episode dives into the complex landscape of possible Giannis trades, who the real suitors might be following playoff shakeups, and how teams like the Brooklyn Nets and New York Knicks could pivot their offseason plans. Plus, attention turns to Bogoljub Markovic’s MVP rise in the Serbian league and his potential NBA impact under Jenkins. Can Milwaukee rebuild around new leadership, or are bigger roster moves on the horizon? 00:00: NBA coaching salaries discussion 04:26: Negotiating Taylor Jenkins' contract 07:29: Improving Bucks Community Engagement 14:39: Coaching change and team strategy 19:26: NBA team dynamics and player moves 20:44: Discussing NBA team fits for Giannis 26:26: Discussing potential Bucks trade 27:30: Brooklyn Nets trade possibilities 32:38: Discussing Bogey's development potential 35:55: Taylor Jenkins press conference prep Follow & Subscribe on all Podcast platforms 🎧 https://lockedonpodcasts.com/podcasts/locked-on-bucks/ Locked On NBA League-Wide: Every Team, Fantasy, Draft, WNBA & More 🎧 https://lockedonpodcasts.com/leagues/nba #MilwaukeeBucks #Bucks #GiannisAntetokounmpo #NBA Everydayer Club If you never miss an episode, it’s time to make it official. Join the Locked On Everydayer Club and get ad-free audio, access to our members-only Discord, and more — all built for our most loyal fans. Click here to learn more and join your team’s community: https://lockedonpodcasts.com/everydayerclub Support Us By Supporting Our Sponsors! 5-Hour ENERGY Get candy-flavored chaos with Fruity Rainbow 5-hour ENERGY®️ Shots - available online at https://5hourENERGY.com or Amazon KALSHI For a limited time, download the Kalshi app and use code LOCKEDON to get ten dollars when you trade ten. Kalshi. Trade on anything. DoorDash From tipoff to overtime, stay in your bag and order on DoorDash. Get snacks, drinks, gear — whatever gets you through the season — delivered right to your door. DoorDash. In your bag all season long. Reddit Reddit is where the real fans hang out. Download the Reddit app and dive into your favorite team for hot takes, fresh memes, and the group chat that never sleeps. Quo Make this the year where no opportunity - and no cutsomer - slips away. Try Quo for free plus get 20% off your first 6 months when you go to http://Quo.com/lockedonnba. Betterhelp This episode is sponsored by BetterHelp. Sign up and get 10% off at https://BetterHelp.com/LOCKEDONNBA. Rugiet Get 15% off your treatment → https://rugiet.com/lockedonnhl Rugiet. Performance medicine for men. PrizePicks Download the PrizePicks app today and use code LOCKEDONNFL to get $50 in lineups after you play your first $5 lineup. Click Here: https://prizepicks.onelink.me/LME0/LOCKEDONNBA Indeed Listeners of this show get a $75 Sponsored Job Credit to help give your job the premium placement it deserves at http://Indeed.com/podcast Gametime Today's episode is brought to you by Gametime. Download the Gametime app, create an account, and use code LOCKEDON for $20 off your first purchase. Terms and conditions apply. FanDuel Today's episode is brought to you by FanDuel. Right now new customers can bet just five dollars and get one-hundred and fifty dollars in bonus bets if your first bet wins. Visit https://FANDUEL.COM to get started — Play Your Game. FANDUEL DISCLAIMER: 21+ in select states. First online real money wager only. Bonus issued as nonwithdrawable free bets that expires in 14 days. Restrictions apply. See terms at sportsbook.fanduel.com. Gambling Problem? Call 1-800-GAMBLER or visit FanDuel.com/RG (CO, IA, MD, MI, NJ, PA, IL, VA, WV), 1-800-NEXT-STEP or text NEXTSTEP to 53342 (AZ), 1-888-789-7777 or visit ccpg.org/chat (CT), 1-800-9-WITH-IT (IN), 1-800-522-4700 (WY, KS) or visit ksgamblinghelp.com (KS), 1-877-770-STOP (LA), 1-877-8-HOPENY or text HOPENY (467369) (NY), TN REDLINE 1-800-889-9789 (TN)
The Toronto Maple Leafs have officially won the 2026 NHL Draft Lottery and now control the first overall pick in the NHL Draft. It’s a franchise-changing moment for a team searching for a new direction. With the Leafs now positioned to select one of the top NHL prospects in hockey, attention immediately shifts toward the future of the organization. Toronto suddenly becomes the center of the hockey world heading into the draft. If you’re following Maple Leafs news, NHL Draft Lottery reactions, or NHL prospect coverage, this is one of the biggest stories of the offseason. The 2026 NHL Draft landscape just changed completely. Make sure to like, comment, and subscribe to access all of the latest hockey videos! Website: https://www.flohockey.tv/ Subscribe: http://bit.ly/2qfd7im Get the FloSports iOS app: http://bit.ly/FloHockeyiOSApp_9 Follow FloHockey Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/FloHockey.tv Twitter: https://twitter.com/FloHockey Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/flohockey/