Season 3, Episode 125 of Morning Cuppa Hockey is here! Jonny Lazarus and former NHL defenseman Colby Cohen are back at the table with a loaded Tuesday morning show as the 2026 playoffs heat up. Legendary NHL bench boss Bruce Boudreau joins the guys to break down the biggest coaching decisions happening right now in the postseason. Then Minnesota Wild broadcaster Pat Micheletti reacts to last night's Game 4 loss to the Colorado Avalanche as the Wild now trail the series 3-1 and face elimination. And to cap it all off, former NHL goaltender Devan Dubnyk dives deep into the goalie carousel that's been defining this year's playoffs — from Wallstedt to Wedgewood to Blackwood and beyond. It's a can't-miss episode on a massive morning for hockey fans! 0:00 – Show Open & guest lineup preview 01:45 – Colorado dominates Minnesota in Game 4 02:20 – Colby breaks down Colorado’s forecheck advantage 04:05 – Boldy & Kaprizov struggle offensively 05:20 – Bruce Boudreau joins the show 05:45 – Bruce Cassidy-to-Edmonton report explained 07:00 – Coaching contracts & interview permissions discussion 09:15 – What this means for Kris Knoblauch’s future 12:35 – Minnesota’s mentality facing a 3-1 deficit 14:10 – Why Colorado overwhelms teams late in games 15:00 – “One game at a time” playoff mindset 17:20 – Colorado’s depth proving Cup-worthy 18:40 – Coaching around lineup weaknesses in playoffs 20:05 – Wild badly missing Eriksson Ek & Brodin 21:05 – Josh Manson butt-end controversy debate 23:30 – Montreal’s playoff maturity impressing Bruce 26:15 – Buffalo goalie debate: UPL vs Alex Lyon 28:00 – Mitch Marner thriving with Vegas 29:45 – Pressure difference between Toronto & Vegas 33:00 – Pat Micheletti joins the show 34:20 – Minnesota failed to exploit Colorado’s weak blue line 35:05 – Wild abandoned aggressive forecheck strategy 37:20 – Brock Faber’s insane playoff workload 39:45 – Colorado’s bottom-six depth takes over 41:20 – Kaprizov & Boldy forced to do too much alone 45:20 – Should Wallstedt start Game 5? 49:00 – How Minnesota can still extend the series 50:15 – Is John Hynes coaching for his job? 52:00 – Wild special teams problems exposed 54:30 – Quinn Hughes extension speculation 56:00 – Colby calls Quinn Hughes the best player in hockey today 59:10 – Minnesota sports curse discussion 01:01:20 – Colby doubles down on Quinn Hughes take 01:03:00 – Devan Dubnyk joins the show 01:04:15 – Dubnyk evaluates Minnesota’s goalie situation 01:06:20 – Why Wallstedt still gives the Wild a chance 01:08:10 – Breaking down Colorado’s traffic around the crease 01:10:05 – Mental side of being down 3-1 in playoffs 01:12:15 – How goalies recover after tough playoff losses 01:14:20 – Blackwood’s calm performance praised 01:16:05 – Dubnyk on playoff pressure vs regular season hockey 01:18:30 – Biggest technical differences in playoff goaltending 01:20:15 – Why defensive structure matters more in postseason 01:22:10 – Debating the most dangerous remaining playoff teams 01:24:30 – Goalie confidence swings throughout a series 01:26:05 – Could Minnesota realistically force Game 7? 01:28:15 – Dubnyk shares stories from his playoff experience 01:30:00 – Final thoughts on Colorado’s Cup chances 01:31:45 – Around-the-league playoff storylines discussion 01:38:30 – Show wrap-up & sign-off 🎙️ Subscribe to the Morning Cuppa Hockey podcast — Apple, Spotify, wherever you listen. Powered by @bet365: http://www.bet365.ca/ 👍🏼 Proraso USA: http://www.Proraso-USA.com 👍🏼 Outwest: https://outwest.us/ #MorningCuppaHockey #NHL #StanleyCupPlayoffs #MinnesotaWild #ColoradoAvalanche #BruceBoudreau #DevanDubnyk #PatMicheletti #NHLPlayoffs #GoalieControversy
UConn Huskies land point guard Jaye Nash as Dan Hurley continues to build depth for the reigning champions. Could Nash’s defensive prowess and steady playmaking become a crucial factor off the bench? Matt Schonvisky breaks down Nash’s journey from Tulsa and Jacksonville State, his fit alongside Silas Demary Jr. and Junior County, and what fans should expect from this latest addition to the UConn men’s basketball roster. The episode spotlights UConn’s electrifying non-conference basketball schedule—featuring high-profile clashes with Michigan, Duke, Illinois, Kansas, and Arizona—posed to generate national excitement and shape NCAA tournament narratives. Plus, UConn softball celebrates back-to-back NCAA tournament berths, facing Texas A&M in a region airing on ESPN2. Schonvisky also previews ongoing transfer portal pursuits and hints at what’s next for UConn football and women’s basketball. Will UConn’s aggressive scheduling and winning investments keep them atop the college sports landscape? 00:00 Jaye Nash Commits: Analysis Discussion of Jaye Nash's commitment to UConn, his background, skillset, expected role, and what he brings to Dan Hurley’s roster. 08:23 Men's Basketball Schedule Breakdown Deep dive into UConn men's basketball's upcoming non-conference schedule, highlighting major matchups, national implications, and program positioning. 19:59 UConn Softball NCAA Bid Breakdown of UConn softball's NCAA tournament selection, their bracket, program growth, and broader athletic department success. 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! 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 Rocket Money Let Rocket Money help you reach your financial goals faster. Join at https://RocketMoney.com/LOCKEDON. Wayfair Head to https://Wayfair.com right now to shop all things home. Wayfair. Every style. Every home. 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) #uconn #uconnfootball #uconnwbb #UconnBasketball
The LA Kings close in on top head coach targets as Ken Holland leads a pivotal search. With Bruce Cassidy and Peter Laviolette atop the wish list, the Kings capitalize on being the only NHL team currently hunting for a new bench boss—could this early advantage land them a proven winner? The coaching carousel picks up steam as potential competition emerges from teams like the Edmonton Oilers, Nashville Predators, and Vancouver Canucks, each facing their own management shakeups and high-stakes challenges. Host Eddie Garcia breaks down the attractiveness of the Kings job, comparing LA’s playoff pedigree and stability to rivals, and explores which candidates fit best with the franchise’s current roster and ambitions. Plus, get a firsthand recap of the Ontario Reign’s dramatic playoff exit. Will the Kings’ bold moves reenergize their fan base and position them for a successful next chapter? 00:00 Kings Coaching Search BeginsOverview of LA Kings head coaching search, advantages, potential competition, and job attractiveness. 12:02 Kings Coaching Candidates & ComparisonAnalysis of Bruce Cassidy, other primary candidates, and how the Kings job compares to other NHL openings. 24:06 Ontario Reign Playoff RecapRecap of the Ontario Reign’s playoff exit, prospect evaluation, and organizational needs. 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: lockedonlakings.supercast.com Support Us By Supporting Our Sponsors! Hims To get simple, online access to personalized, affordable care for ED, hair loss, weight loss, and more, visit https://Hims.com/LOCKEDONNHL. 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! Rocket Money Let Rocket Money help you reach your financial goals faster. Join athttp://RocketMoney.com/LOCKEDON 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/LOLAKings?sid=YouTube Locked On NHL League-Wide: Every Team, Fantasy, Prospects & More 🎧 https://linktr.ee/LockedOnNHL #LosAngelesKings #LAKings #NHL
The sweep is COMPLETE! 🧹 The New York Knicks are headed back to the Eastern Conference Finals after a massive 144-114 win over the 76ers. New York tied an NBA record with 25 threes in the clincher! Jordan Clarkson Impact: The veteran spark plug stayed ready, contributing 7 points, 3 assists, and 1 rebound in his bench minutes to keep the momentum swinging in NY's favor. Can anyone stop this Knicks offense? Let us know your ECF predictions below! 👇 #nyknicks #NBA #NBAPlayoffs #JordanClarkson #NewYorkForever #KnicksVs76ers #BasketballHighlights
Detroit Pistons unravel in Game 4 loss as Jalen Duren’s struggles mount—can Detroit bounce back in a must-win showdown? Host Ku Khahil spotlights the Pistons’ issues after being dominated by the Cleveland Cavaliers, from a disastrous third quarter and baffling free-throw discrepancies to unexpectedly poor showings by key players like Cade Cunningham and Ausar Thompson. With Duren’s disappearing act on the boards and persistent turnover woes, the episode questions the coaching decisions that keep Paul Reed on the bench despite his impact. Critical insights include the Pistons’ need to limit turnovers, the unsustainable reliance on perimeter defense, and why Game 5 is now a do-or-die for Detroit’s playoff hopes. Ku Khahil also examines whether stars like Cunningham and Thompson can bounce back and if adjustments in the rotation could rescue the series against the surging Cavaliers. Is this a turning point or the end of Detroit’s postseason run? Everydayer ClubIf 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 ENERGYGet candy-flavored chaos with Fruity Rainbow 5-hour ENERGY®️ Shots - available online at https://5hourENERGY.com or Amazon KALSHIFor a limited time, download the Kalshi app and use code LOCKEDON to get ten dollars when you trade ten. Kalshi. Trade on anything. DoorDashFrom 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. Rocket MoneyLet Rocket Money help you reach your financial goals faster. Join athttps://RocketMoney.com/LOCKEDON. WayfairHead to https://Wayfair.com right now to shop all things home. Wayfair. Every style. Every home. IndeedListeners of this show get a $75 Sponsored Job Credit to help give your job the premium placement it deserves at http://Indeed.com/podcast GametimeToday'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. FanDuelToday's episode is brought to you by FanDuel.Right now new customers can bet just five dollars and get two-hundred and fifty dollars in bonus bets if your first bet wins.Visit https://FANDUEL.COMto 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) Follow & Subscribe on all Podcast platforms 🎧 https://lockedonpodcasts.com/podcasts/locked-on-pistons/ Locked On NBA League-Wide: Every Team, Fantasy, Draft, WNBA & More 🎧 https://lockedonpodcasts.com/leagues/nba #DetroitPistons #Pistons #NBA
The Cleveland Cavaliers bounce back in dominant fashion and even the series after defeating the Detroit Pistons 112-103 in a huge playoff battle! ⚔️🔥 🌟 MONSTER PERFORMANCE from Donovan Mitchell — 43 POINTS, 5 rebounds, and clutch buckets all night long! 🎯 James Harden controlled the offense with 24 points, 11 assists, and 5 made threes while Evan Mobley dominated defensively with 17 points and 5 BLOCKS! 🛡️ 🔥 Caris LeVert tried to keep Detroit alive with 24 points off the bench while Cade Cunningham added 19 points and 6 assists. 📊 Final Score: 🏀 Cavaliers – 112 🔥 Pistons – 103 📌 Cleveland ties the East Semifinals series with a massive Game 4 win! 🎥 Watch the Last Two Minutes, clutch shots, defensive stops, highlights, reactions, and postgame breakdown from this intense NBA playoff showdown! #Cavaliers #Pistons #ClevelandCavaliers #DetroitPistons #DonovanMitchell #JamesHarden #EvanMobley #CadeCunningham #NBA #NBAPlayoffs #EastSemifinals #NBAHighlights #Basketball #CavsVsPistons #PistonsVsCavs #NBARecap #Sports #NBAToday #NBAClips #PlayoffBasketball #NBAFans #Hoops #CarisLeVert #NBA2026 #BasketballHighlights #NBAContent #NBAEasternConference Cavaliers vs Pistons, Cleveland Cavaliers vs Detroit Pistons, East Semifinals Game 4, Last Two Minutes Cavaliers vs Pistons, Cavs highlights, Pistons highlights, Donovan Mitchell highlights, James Harden highlights, Evan Mobley highlights, Cade Cunningham highlights, Caris LeVert highlights, NBA playoffs 2026, NBA eastern conference semifinals, Cavaliers playoff win, Pistons playoff loss, Cavs vs Pistons full game highlights, NBA game recap, basketball highlights, NBA reaction, Cavaliers reaction, Pistons reaction, NBA commentary, playoff basketball, NBA today, NBA trending, NBA viral clips, basketball recap, NBA postseason, Donovan Mitchell 43 points, James Harden double double, Evan Mobley blocks, Cleveland comeback win, Detroit Pistons highlights, NBA clutch moments, Cavaliers defense, Pistons offense, NBA intense game, Eastern Conference playoffs, NBA excitement, basketball showdown, NBA social media clips, NBA YouTube highlights, NBA shorts, sports highlights, playoff intensity, clutch basketball, NBA analysis, Cavs vs Pistons Game 4 recap, NBA breakdown, basketball fans, NBA entertainment, NBA live reaction, Cavaliers playoff momentum, Pistons comeback attempt, NBA star performance, Donovan Mitchell clutch shots, James Harden playmaking, Evan Mobley defensive highlights, Cade Cunningham stats, NBA scoring leaders, basketball culture, NBA updates, Cavs vs Pistons last two minutes, NBA postseason action, Eastern Conference battle, NBA thrilling finish, Cavaliers series tie, NBA highlights today, basketball news, NBA recap video, sports content creator, NBA game highlights, playoff drama, NBA elite players, Cavs vs Pistons highlights full game, NBA eastern semifinals highlights, basketball excitement, NBA action moments, Cavaliers playoff run, Pistons playoff fight, NBA fan reactions, basketball viral moments, NBA content 2026, hoops highlights, NBA intense finish, Cavs vs Pistons reaction, NBA trending clips, basketball storytelling, NBA clutch performance, NBA highlight reel, Cavaliers victory breakdown
The Cavaliers exploded in the 3rd quarter behind Donovan Mitchell’s takeover performance as Cleveland grabs momentum in Game 4 🔥 🏀 START OF 4TH: Cavs 90 Pistons 77 🔥 Donovan Mitchell: 25 PTS 21 POINTS IN THE 3RD 9-17 FG 3-8 3PT 🔥 Key Storylines: • Cavs caught fire from three • LeVert provided huge bench scoring • Harden stayed aggressive attacking gaps • Pistons need Cade Cunningham to wake up offensively in the 4th Can Detroit respond or are the Cavs about to tie the series? 👀 #NBA #NBAPlayoffs #Cavs #ClevelandCavaliers #DonovanMitchell #Spida #Pistons #DetroitPistons #CadeCunningham #CarisLeVert #Basketball #NBATwitter #NBAHighlights #EasternConference #PlayoffBasketball #CavsNation #PlainJaneSports
UConn Huskies land point guard Jaye Nash as Dan Hurley continues to build depth for the reigning champions. Could Nash’s defensive prowess and steady playmaking become a crucial factor off the bench? Matt Schonvisky breaks down Nash’s journey from Tulsa and Jacksonville State, his fit alongside Silas Demary Jr. and Junior County, and what fans should expect from this latest addition to the UConn men’s basketball roster. The episode spotlights UConn’s electrifying non-conference basketball schedule—featuring high-profile clashes with Michigan, Duke, Illinois, Kansas, and Arizona—posed to generate national excitement and shape NCAA tournament narratives. Plus, UConn softball celebrates back-to-back NCAA tournament berths, facing Texas A&M in a region airing on ESPN2. Schonvisky also previews ongoing transfer portal pursuits and hints at what’s next for UConn football and women’s basketball. Will UConn’s aggressive scheduling and winning investments keep them atop the college sports landscape? 00:00 Jaye Nash Commits: Analysis Discussion of Jaye Nash's commitment to UConn, his background, skillset, expected role, and what he brings to Dan Hurley’s roster. 08:23 Men's Basketball Schedule Breakdown Deep dive into UConn men's basketball's upcoming non-conference schedule, highlighting major matchups, national implications, and program positioning. 19:59 UConn Softball NCAA Bid Breakdown of UConn softball's NCAA tournament selection, their bracket, program growth, and broader athletic department success. 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! 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 Rocket Money Let Rocket Money help you reach your financial goals faster. Join at https://RocketMoney.com/LOCKEDON. Wayfair Head to https://Wayfair.com right now to shop all things home. Wayfair. Every style. Every home. 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) #uconn #uconnfootball #uconnwbb #UconnBasketball