MvsW: What's Causing Franchise Values to Rise?

Jeff and Greg start things off discussing Nico Hischier’s Selke candidacy, the New Jersey Devils’ early season success, and the narrative change surrounding Lindy Ruff (00:00). Next, the guys look at Sam Rosen’s legacy as a national treasure, the New York Rangers’ play in front of Igor Shesterkin, and the fan base’s history of adoring goaltenders (04:25). Moving on, Jeff and Greg talk about the Chicago Blackhawks not being an easy out early on, what to make of the New York Islanders after an up and down start, as well as Erik Karlsson’s rejuvenation (10:52). To wrap, they focus in on Connor McDavid’s potential chase of Wayne Gretzky's single-season goal record, how much the goaltending position has changed over the years, and why the values of franchises have rocketed over the last few years (19:37).

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