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Into the Mehtaverse: Braden Birch joins New Jersey Devils Front Office as Assistant GM + Mock Drafts
Zach Berman opened the episode by announcing that New Jersey Devils General Manager Sunny Mehta made his first major hire of the offseason, bringing in Braden Birch as Assistant General Manager and as General Manager of the Utica Comets, the Devils’ AHL affiliate. This move marks the beginning of Mehta’s efforts to strengthen the Devils’ front office, starting by recruiting talent from his previous organization, the Florida Panthers, where Birch played a pivotal role in their recent Stanley Cup successes. In detailing Birch’s background, Zach Berman highlighted his 12-year tenure with the Panthers, most recently as Director of Hockey Operations and salary cap management. Birch's experience includes significant involvement in contract negotiations for key players and maintaining Florida’s excellent salary cap health, something the Devils have struggled with in recent years. His hockey roots include playing professionally and earning a master’s degree in sport management, further underscoring his blend of on-ice and management expertise. Zach Berman provided examples of Birch’s impact in Florida, referencing his hand in savvy contracts and cap management for top players like Aleksander Barkov, Matthew Tkachuk, Sergei Bobrovsky, and Sam Reinhart. He also noted Florida’s ability to replace key departures internally and find valuable contributors through their farm system or waivers, contrasting this with New Jersey’s struggles to develop homegrown talent or depth. The hire of Birch is positioned as Mehta’s commitment to instilling a more proactive, organized, and effective approach to team building in New Jersey. To conclude, Zach Berman speculated about future front office moves, suggesting that Bryan McCabe could be another addition if not intercepted by the Maple Leafs, and addressed the current uncertainty regarding other Devils executives. He emphasized that Birch’s arrival should significantly improve the Devils’ farm system—considered among the league’s weakest—and that player development is critical to reducing reliance on expensive acquisitions. The episode closed with the assertion that Mehta’s moves signal an exciting, less predictable era for the Devils, promising ongoing updates and further discussion of mock drafts and organizational changes. Follow & Subscribe on all Podcast platforms… 🎧 https://link.chtbl.com/LODevils?sid=YouTube Locked On NHL League-Wide: Every Team, Fantasy, Prospects & More 🎧 https://linktr.ee/LockedOnNHL Subscribe to Locked On Devils! Follow me on the "X" app: @zachbrettberman Follow the show on the "X" app: @LockedOnDevils Listen to Locked On Devils: https://linktr.ee/LockedOnDevils For your next listen, check out the Locked On NHL podcast, where the season never ends providing national expertise with a local perspective. Click HERE to listen now. Part of the Locked On Podcast Network. Your Team. Every Day. Listener Survey: We’ve put together a survey to learn more about our listeners and make your favorite podcasts even better. Go tohttps://lockedonpodcasts.com/survey/ to get started. Everyone who completes a survey will be entered for a chance to win one of ten $100 Amazon gift cards. Support Us By Supporting Our Sponsors! Gametime: Today's episode is brought to you by Gametime. Download the Gametime app, create an account, and use code LOCKEDONNHL for $20 off your first purchase. Terms and conditions apply. Monarch Money: Take control of your finances with Monarch Money. Use code LOCKEDONNHL at monarchmoney.com/lockedonnhl for 50% off your first year. FanDuel: Today's episode is brought to you by FanDuel. Football season is around the corner. Visit the FanDuel App today and start planning your futures bets now. 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) Thumbnail credit: USA TODAY #NewJerseyDevils #Devils #NHL
UNDERWHELMING: Miami Marlins Blow Chance to CAPITALIZE on Homestand Despite Lopez, Edwards Surge
Miami Marlins surge past the Washington Nationals with aggressive baserunning and a breakout weekend from young stars. Can the trio of Otto Lopez, Liam Hicks, and Xavier Edwards continue to power the offense while the rest of the lineup searches for answers? Ethan Eibe and Jamie Goldman spotlight Robby Snelling’s major league debut, Joe Mack’s defensive impact, and the Fish’s stolen base dominance—currently leading MLB by a wide margin. The conversation digs into Owen Caissie struggles, the developmental challenges facing Miami’s young roster, and upcoming tests against the Minnesota Twins and Tampa Bay Rays. Get the latest insights on call-ups, pitching performances, and how the Marlins aim to close the gap in a packed NL Wild Card race. Will these flashes of brilliance signal a turning point for the Marlins' season? Follow & Subscribe on all Podcast platforms… 🎧 https://lockedonpodcasts.com/podcasts/locked-on-marlins/ Locked On MLB League-Wide: Every Team, Prospects & More 🎧 https://lockedonpodcasts.com/leagues/mlb/ 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 The funfetti flavor is BACK on https://5hourEnergy.com or Amazon, crack open Confetti Craze 5-hour ENERGY®️ shot today! Rugiet Get 15% off your treatment → https://rugiet.com/lockedonnhl Rugiet. Performance medicine for men. 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 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 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) #Marlins #MiamiMarlins #MLB
GAMECHANGER: Ole Miss Pursuit of 5-Star Albert Simeon SIGNALS Major SEC Recruiting SHIFT
Ole Miss intensifies its recruiting push, landing a crucial visit from five-star offensive lineman Albert Simien and signaling a bold new era for Rebels football. Can Ole Miss really challenge LSU, Texas A&M, Notre Dame, and national powers for elite linemen out of Louisiana? Recruiting analyst Brian Smith and life-long Ole Miss supporter Steven Willis spotlight Simien’s articulate approach, the impact of recent playoff runs, and how Ole Miss is leveraging both NIL and cultural fit to reshape its recruiting identity. The hosts debate whether the Rebels should keep their focus regional or start competing nationally with programs like Ohio State and Texas. Insightful takes on the College Football Playoff expansion—moving to a possible 24-team format—reveal how this seismic change could elevate programs like Ole Miss and shake up the SEC landscape. Will this new playoff era unlock lasting national relevance for the Rebels? 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 the community: https://theportal.supercast.com/ Support us by supporting our sponsors! FanDuel Today'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. Head to FANDUEL DOT COM to get started. 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.
LOTTERY LETDOWN: Focus Back to Zayne Parekh & Matvei Gridin As DRIVERS of Calgary Flames Youth Goals
Calgary Flames ignite optimism for the rebuild as Zayne Parekh and Matvei Gridin shine, offering a glimpse of a promising future. Despite falling to the sixth pick in the NHL Draft Lottery, we explore why patience with talents like Matt Coronato, Connor Zary, and up-and-coming defensemen could pay off big for Calgary fans. Should the Flames package the No. 6 pick in a bold trade, or is building from within the smarter play? With trade scenarios swirling and draft targets like Keaton Verhoeff and Ivar Stenberg entering the conversation, we dissect Calgary’s options, breaking down potential deals with the Toronto Maple Leafs, San Jose Sharks, and Vancouver Canucks. Plus, get the latest on Adam Klapka’s World Championship snub and NHL playoff second-round Official Opponent Jersey Power Rankings. Can the Flames turn draft-day disappointment into long-term success, or do bigger moves await this offseason? Timestamps 00:00 — Flames Young Core Optimism 13:01 — Trading the #6 Pick 21:25 — Official Opponent Jersey Power Rankings: NHL Playoffs Second Round Follow & Subscribe on all Podcast platforms… 🎧 https://lockedonpodcasts.com/podcasts/locked-on-flames/ Locked On NHL League-Wide: Every Team, Fantasy, Prospects & More 🎧 https://linktr.ee/LockedOnNHL Follow the show on Twitter: https://twitter.com/LockedOnNHLPods Everydayer Club Join the Everydayer Club for ad-free audio, access to our group chat on Discord, and more. Use code DEADLINE ahead of the trade deadline for one month free. Click here to learn more and join your team’s community: https://lockedonflames.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 at http://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) #NHL #CalgaryFlames
The Braves Just Sent a MESSAGE to the Dodgers 👀
Welcome Back to King Of The Diamond!⚾️👑 MLB is starting to feel PERSONAL again. The Braves just took the series from the Dodgers and reminded everybody they’re still one of the scariest teams in baseball. The Cubs are turning Wrigley into one of the hardest places to play in MLB, while the Mets continue looking emotionally drained under pressure. We also break down: 🔥 Braves vs Dodgers rivalry 🔥 Cubs momentum & swagger 🔥 Mets collapse 🔥 Lindor pressure 🔥 Yankees overreactions 🔥 Why baseball feels different right now This episode is NOTHING but hot takes, stats, reactions, and real baseball conversations. 👇 Drop your takes below: Who’s the BEST team in baseball right now? ------------------------------------------------------------------------- 🚨 JOIN TEAM SUPREME 🚨 🎮 Gaming • 🎥 Live Streams • 💬 Community 👉 The KINGDom (Discord): https://discord.gg/6cd9E3UEmP My Promo Codes: ⚡ Dubby Energy – 10% OFF Code: KINGSUPREME https://www.dubby.gg/discount/kingsupreme?ref=ruaanlxn 🃏 Beckett Trading Cards: https://www.tkqlhce.com/click-101661293-15441220 🤝 OFFICIAL SPONSORS 👕 Blokafornia Clothing Premium streetwear energy. https://www.blokafornia.com/ 🏙 Goonsville Clothing Authentic culture. Elevated style. https://goonsvilleclothing.com/ 🌐 CONNECT WITH ME 🎵 TikTok (Live Streams & Highlights) https://www.tiktok.com/@djkingsupreme 📸 Instagram (Behind The Scenes) https://www.instagram.com/djkngsupreme/ 👑 SUPPORT THE KINGDOM Donations are NEVER required — but ALWAYS appreciated. Support here: https://streamlabs.com/itskingsupreme
Marlies Advance to AHL North Division Final, Leafs Ponder Berube's Future
Nick Alberga & David Pagnotta recap all the latest from the Stanley Cup Playoffs. The guys also break down the Toronto Marlies advancing to the AHL North Division Final after outlasting the Laval Rocket 3-2 in their best-of-five series. Plus, they weigh in on Craig Berube, Auston Matthews, and all the latest surrounding what the Toronto Maple Leafs are up to as another pivotal offseason continues in Toronto. 🚨 Subscribe to Leafs Nation on Youtube!🚨 ➡️ / @theleafsnation401 SHOUTOUT TO OUR SPONSORS!! 👍🏼Powered by @bet365: http://www.bet365.ca/ Gambling can be addictive, please play responsibly. Eligible iGames conducted and managed by iGO are only available to those physically present in the Province of Ontario. 19+. 👍🏼Sunwing: https://www.sunwing.ca/en/ Reach out to sales@thenationnetwork.com to connect with our Sales Team and discuss opportunities to partner with us! Visit www.nationgear.ca for merch and more. 🎙️LMT INTERVIEWS 📺 https://www.youtube.com/playlist?list=PLH4sxh5zc9TF5GcP6knehfKBulG7sFQsP 🎧 LISTEN TO LMT 🎧 ITUNES: https://podcasts.apple.com/ca/podcast/leafs-morning-take/id1649600835 SPOTIFY: https://open.spotify.com/show/14O8iXMvFwpGJvEoS6vsWO _______________________________________________________________________________ 💻 Website: https://theleafsnation.com 🐦 Follow on X: @TLNdc @thegoldenmuzzy @Jay_D_Rosehill 📺 Subscribe on Youtube: / @theleafsnation401 💻 Follow on Facebook: / tlndc #leafsforever #torontomapleleafs #nhl managed by iGO
OUCH: Nick Castellanos HAUNTS St. Louis Cardinals Again—Should They Have Even Pitched to Him?
St. Louis Cardinals' pitching shines in a hard-fought series against the San Diego Padres, while Nick Castellanos delivers a heartbreaking blow to send Sunday's game to extra innings. Can the Cardinals’ young arms keep carrying the load as the offense sputters? JD breaks down the standout performances by Matthew Liberatore, Michael McGreevy, Dustin May, and Kyle Leahy, and questions whether key bullpen decisions cost the Cards a crucial win. 00:00 Padres Series Recap 12:40 Cardinals Pitching Shines 23:10 Listener Comments & NL Central Follow & Subscribe on all Podcast platforms… 🎧 https://lockedonpodcasts.com/podcasts/locked-on-st-louis-cardinals/ Locked On MLB League-Wide: Every Team, Prospects & More 🎧 https://lockedonpodcasts.com/leagues/mlb/ 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://lockedonstlcardinals.supercast.com/ Follow the show on Twitter/X: @LO_Cardinals Support Us By Supporting Our Sponsors! 5-Hour ENERGY The funfetti flavor is BACK on https://5hourEnergy.com or Amazon, crack open Confetti Craze 5-hour ENERGY®️ shot today! 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. 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 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) #ForTheLou #stlcards #mlb #lockedoncardinals #stlouiscardinals
SE2EP27 - Awkward Leafs Press Conference… Then They Win the Draft Lottery?!
The Toronto Maple Leafs held one of the most awkward press conferences in recent memory, introducing John Chayka as their new General Manager and Mats Sundin as a new executive—and somehow the media managed to make it even more uncomfortable. And then… the next day… 🚨 THE LEAFS WIN THE NHL DRAFT LOTTERY. Yes. First overall pick. We break down the absurd timing, Leafs lottery luck, and whether this organization just accidentally fell into another miracle. Plus: 🏆 Big 8 Player of the Week — Freddie Andersen? Taylor Hall? Mitch Marner?? (…Yes. Mitch Marner?!) 🔥 Carolina Hurricanes sweep again and improve to 8–0 in the playoffs 🔥 Montreal Canadiens vs Buffalo Sabres breakdown 🔥 Anaheim Ducks vs Vegas Golden Knights 🔥 Minnesota Wild vs Colorado Avalanche delivers one of the most insane playoff games ever — 15 GOALS in Game 1 If you like hockey, chaos, and laughing at how ridiculous this league can be… you’re in the right place. 🎙️ The Bush League Hockey Podcast Available wherever you get your podcasts. The Bush League Podcast is hosted by Gary Godfrey, Tyson Theriault, Jeremy Bourque, and Cameron Hare. They are four life-long friends who laugh, joke, tell stories, and make fun of each other. So listen to the show that's about nothing, and everything. CHAPTERS: 00:00 - Intro: The Lucky Number 12 01:15 - How the NHL Draft Lottery Works (The 1,008 Combinations) 04:50 - Reaction to the Leafs Winning First Overall 06:47 - Sponsor: Big Eight Beverages 08:12 - The "Awkward" Leafs Press Conference (Chayka & Sundin) 10:35 - Steve Simmons vs. Keith Pelley Drama 14:15 - John Chayka’s First 48 Hours as GM 16:00 - San Jose’s Reaction & Mike Greer’s "Win" at #2 18:10 - The Matthews Factor: Will the #1 Pick Convince Him to Stay? 21:30 - Big Eight Player of the Week: Marner, Andersen, or Hall? 24:35 - Carolina Hurricanes: The Playoff Machine 26:20 - Habs vs. Sabres: Junior Hockey Chaos in the Playoffs 31:00 - 15-Goal Madness: Wild vs. Avalanche Game 1 Breakdown 34:15 - Cale Makar’s Injury & The Makar vs. Hughes Debate 37:05 - Ducks vs. Golden Knights Series Check-in 38:45 - Macklin Celebrini: Team Canada’s Youngest Captain 41:20 - Outro: The Wendy's Parking Lot Combine