The Jeff Marek Show
1,228 episodes - English - Latest episode: about 1 year ago - ★★★★ - 681 ratingsSportsnet insider Jeff Marek goes around the league in Sportsnet 590 The FAN’s national NHL show, airing live across the country daily from 12pm-2pm ET. Opinion, news and analysis featuring daily segments from insider Elliotte Friedman.
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April 24: Maple Leafs lost a pillow fight to the Bruins
April 24, 2019 17:01Jeff Marek asks Brian Burke and Anthony Stewart about the Leafs' Game 7 loss to the Bruins; Brian Burke gives his take on what went wrong for Toronto; Nick Kypreos on what he thinks the underlying reason is for the Leafs' loss, the roster composition & toughness of the team, Mike Babcock's coaching style, what the team may look like next season, and the five-minute major called on the Golden Knights' Cody Eakin in Game 7 vs. the Sharks; on why the Leafs should've had their star players out on...
April 23: Doug Armstrong on his Blues' winning tune
April 23, 2019 17:13Jeff Marek asks John Shannon about the upsets around the league, and Anthony Stewart about Game 7 Leafs-Bruins; on the Blues' incredible run, on what to expect minutes-wise from the Leafs, Mike Babcock's system and his unwillingness to mix it up, and who could be a difference maker tonight; on the Stars eliminating the Predators, and what's next for Nashville; St. Louis Blues GM Doug Armstrong on the team's blueline, Jordan Binnington's incredible rookie season, his thought process in January...
April 22: Leafs lone Canadian team as Flames are put out & Jets get grounded
April 22, 2019 17:09Jeff Marek asks Gord Stellick about the Leafs' Game 6 loss, and Mike Zigomanis about the Jets and Flames; on Leafs vs. Bruins Game 7, the Leafs' effort in Game 6, and how determined the Bruins were; on the pulling of Frederik Andersen, and what they expect from the Leafs in Game 7; on Calgary's series loss to the Avs, what went wrong for Calgary, what's next for James Neal and Mike Smith, and the Blues' momentum; on the cap crunch facing the Jets, how devestating this loss is for Winnipeg, an...
April 19: Yzerman heading back to Detroit
April 19, 2019 17:01Jeff Marek asks Brian Burke about Steve Yzerman reportedly joining the Red Wings as G.M., and Corey Hirsch about the Jets' loss to the Blues; on what Red Wings fans can expect from Yzerman, the challenges that lay ahead, and whether Pat Verbeek will join the organisation; on how this played out, and how the staff might round out; on the Blues' thrilling win over the Jets, and how St. Louis has been so successful; on Martin Jones' big performance in the Sharks' win vs. the Golden Knights; on H...
April 18: Blue Jackets GM on dispatching the Stanley Cup favourites
April 18, 2019 17:23Jeff Marek asks Gord Stellick about the Leafs' loss to the Bruins, and John Shannon about the Flames' OT loss to the Avs; on Jack Edwards' comments from the Starting Lineup on possible Patrice Bergeron injury concerns, Mike Babcock's lines, and the game as a whole; on Brad Marchand, David Pastrnak's chemistry with Marchand last night, and whether we've seen the last of Marchand the "rat"; on the Flames' loss to the Avalanche and Nathan MacKinnon's dominance; Blue Jackets GM Jarmo Kekalainen o...
April 17: Two surprising exits
April 17, 2019 17:01Jeff Marek asks Brian Burke about the wildcard Blue Jackets sweeping the Lightning, and Marc Savard about what to expect with Bruins-Maple Leafs Game 4; NHL on Sportsnet's Nick Kypreos on the Lightning & Pengiuns bowing out of their respective series in four games; Show & Tell with Burkie; Previewing tonight's Bruins-Leafs clash; Golden Knights go up 3-1 on Sharks; Jets even their series with the Blues; Flames look to square up their contest with the Avalanche.
April 16: Marner blocks and MacKinnon shines
April 16, 2019 17:22Jeff Marek asks Corey Hirsch about Leafs vs. Bruins, and John Shannon about Nathan MacKinnon; on Mitch Marner blocking shots, the defensive work John Tavares and Marner have put in, and Nazem Kadri's suspension; on Auston Matthews' play, and the Bruins' performance; on the Avs' convincing win over the Flames, and the talent that is Nathan MacKinnon; on Andrei Svechnikov's fight with Alex Ovechkin, the Hurricanes' work ethic, and the Blue Jackets' 3-0 series lead over the Lightning.
April 15: Kadri's time as a Maple Leaf over?
April 15, 2019 17:23Jeff Marek asks Marc Savard about what's up with the Blue Jackets, and Gord Stellick about what to expect from Game 3 Leafs vs. Bruins; on the Leafs' performance in Game 2, the Nazem Kadri incident and how many games he may be suspended for, and whether Kadri will be with the team much longer; on Auston Matthews' play in Game 2, and expectations for Game 3; on the Blue Jackets' dominance, whether the Lightning can stage a comeback, and the Isles' surprising 3-0 series lead over the Pens; on t...
April 12: Flames & Leafs impress in their respective Game 1s
April 12, 2019 17:13Jeff Marek asks Brian Burke about the Flames' shutout win over the Avs, and Gord Stellick about the Leafs' win; on whether the Avalanche will call-up Cale Makar, the Leafs' impressive outing vs. the Bruins in Game 1, the leadership shown on the team, and Frederik Andersen's play; on how they expect to see a better Bruins squad in Game 2, Nazem Kadri's performance; on Mitch Marner's penalty shot goal, and Brad Marchand's play; on Mike Smith's great outing against the Avalanche, the difference ...
April 11: Playoff action starts tonight for Leafs & Flames
April 11, 2019 17:30Jeff Marek asks Marc Savard about Game 1 Leafs vs. Bruins, and Mike Zigomanis about Flames vs. Avs; on Mike Babcock's line matching and whether it throws players off, who'll match-up against the Bruins' top line, and whether teams can get in a player's head; on David Backes being scratched, how Kadri and Nylander can re-write their season scripts, and how key the first ten minutes of the game will be; on the Blue Jackets' win over Tampa and why it could be a bad thing for Columbus, the Island...
April 10: Puck drops for the Stanley Cup Playoffs tonight!
April 10, 2019 17:25Jeff Marek asks Brian Burke about the draft lottery, and John Shannon about the Lightning vs. Blue Jackets goaltending match-up; NHL on Sportsnet's Nick Kypreos on whether the Blue Jackets have any hope vs. Tampa, Pens vs. Islanders, and why the Preds might be in trouble against the Stars; on the draft lottery and why the format needs to change; on the Sabres' search for a head coach, the rumours that Todd McLellan will join the L.A. Kings, and the interest Sharks vs. Golden Knights match-up.
April 9: John Tavares & Joel Quenneville
April 09, 2019 17:07Gord Stellick asks Anthony Stewart about Leafs vs. Bruins, and John Shannon about the hiring of Joel Quenneville; on the Leafs heading into the post-season; Leafs forward John Tavares on whether he believes in momentum heading in to the playoffs, his first season with the Leafs, and the biggest challenge the Bruins pose; on who needs to step up for the Leafs in their series vs. Boston; on the draft lottery; Panthers head coach Joel Quenneville on his time in Chicago, why he sees similarities ...
April 8: Lou Lamoriello on Islanders' successful season
April 08, 2019 17:23Jeff Marek asks Gord Stellick about how people feel about the Leafs heading into the playoffs, and John Shannon about the Panthers hiring Joel Quenneville; on Coach Q heading to Florida, the issues Dale Tallon has to address, and whether the Phil Housley firing was surprising; on Ken Hitchock's role with the Oilers, who the next head coach may be, and how involved Connor McDavid may be in the hiring process; Lou Lamoriello, Islander president of hockey ops and G.M., on the team's successful r...
April 5: Flames GM on topping the West heading into Stanley Cup Playoffs
April 05, 2019 17:14Jeff Marek asks Brian Burke about the Leafs' loss, and Doug MacLean about which was the bigger story last night: the Avalanche or Jets?; on takeaways from Leafs vs. Lightning, and what the young Leafs may bring to the table come playoff time; on the Hurricanes' clinching a playoff spot, and what went right for the team this season; Flames GM Brad Treliving on trading Dougie Hamilton & Micheal Ferland to Carolina for Noah Hanifin & Elias Lindholm, the team's goaltenders and young defencemen, a...
April 4: Dave Andreychuk on NHL-best Bolts ahead of playoffs
April 04, 2019 17:32Jeff Marek asks John Shannon and Doug MacLean about the big night ahead in the Eastern Wild Card race; on what the Leafs have missed with Jake Gardiner out, what the Leafs are doing to prep for the playoffs, Jake Muzzin's play as of late, and how he'll be judged; on the battle for the Wild Card spots in the East, and whether the Blue Jackets will be fine without Artemi Panarin and Sergei Bobrovsky; Hall of Famer and Lightning VP of Corporate and Community Affairs Dave Andreychuk on this year'...
April 3: Going to the wire for Habs, Canes, & Jackets
April 03, 2019 17:04David Amber asks Brian Burke about the biggest storyline in the NHL, and Doug MacLean abou the Hurricanes' win over the Maple Leafs; on what has gone right for Carolina this season, the Leafs' less than stellar play, why Mike Babcock should look at loading up his lines when the offence is sputtering, and Jake Muzzin's play; on the Canadiens' solid win over the Lightning, the Blue Jackets' fight for a playoff spot, how Columbus ended up in this position, and Brad Marchand's incredible play; on...
April 2: Leafs clinch, McDavid's frustrated, Hurricanes holding on
April 02, 2019 17:07Jeff Marek asks Anthony Stewart about John Tavares' big night vs. the Islanders, and Colby Armstrong on the Oilers' disappointing season; on the Leafs' win in Long Island, the chirping John Tavares received, Anthony and Colby's chirping experiences, Jake Muzzin's play, and Calle Rosen's place in the organization; on the Hurricane's impressive season, and Connor McDavid's frustration in Edmonton; Carolina Huricanes PXP voice John Forslund gives his thoughts on the team's impressive season, the...
April 1: Sharks coach ready for playoffs (revised)
April 01, 2019 17:02Jeff Marek asks Gord Stellick about tonight's Leafs-Islanders match-up, and John Shannon about the Islanders' clinching a playoff spot; on the Leafs' outing vs. the Senators, why it wasn't that bad of a loss, and whether Marc Crawford has a good chance of staying on as head coach of the Sens; on Matthew Tkachuk vs. Brady Tkachuk, the Islanders' goaltending, the top positive storylines around the league this season, and who'll start in net for the Flames to start the playoffs; Sharks head coac...
March 29: Canadiens in trouble
March 29, 2019 16:55David Amber asks Doug MacLean about Quinn Hughes' NHL debut, and Brian Burke about the end of the storm surge; on the Canadiens' loss to the Blue Jackets, Max Domi and Andrew Shaw's tempers, big mistakes the Habs made; on the Predators' blueline's offensive struggles, the Hurricanes' final stretch, the Islanders' successful (but boring) style of play, Ben Bishop's injury, the Jets' play, and the Sharks' struggles; Burke and MacLean answer your questions on "Ask the G.M.".
March 28: Do You Chose Eichel Or Larkin?
March 28, 2019 17:07Jeff Marek, Nick Kypreos and Doug MacLean start the show off with the a look at the Leafs and whether or not they are ready for the playoffs (1:00). One player who is hitting his stride is Auston Matthews but Doug and Nick think he still has another level he can hit (13:36). The Leafs are staring down a first down date with the Bruins and that will be tough because Boston is rolling (18:54). Jeff Marek posits an interesting question: Who would you rather have going forward between Jack Eichel...
March 27: Hextall opens up on time with Flyers
March 27, 2019 18:09Hockey Central at Noon touches on the fight between Paul Byron and MacKenzie Weegar, and Ron Hextall joins to discuss his role as co-GM of Team Canada at the IIHF World Championship and his time with the Philadelphia Flyers (30:40).
March 26: Tavares shines despite five goals against for Maple Leafs
March 26, 2019 17:13Jeff Marek asks Nick Kypreos about the Leafs' big win over the Panthers, and Colby Armstrong about Lightning vs. Bruins; on the Leafs' win over the Panthers, Toronto's five goals against, the hit on Justin Holl and how not one Leafs player responded, and takeaways from last night's game; on what's next for the Panthers; on last night's fantastic Lightning vs. Bruins match-up; on the Sharks' struggles, the Jets losing to the Stars, and Drew Doughty's fiery comments.
March 25: Leafs get set for a date with the Panthers, the Hurricanes keep surging
March 25, 2019 17:20Jeff Marek asks Gord Stellick about the Leafs' loss to the Rangers, and Colby Armstrong about the Canes' big OT win over the Habs; on Alexandar Georgiev's play vs. the Leafs, William Nylander's play as of late, Mitch Marner killing penalties, Samuel Montembeault's play with the Panthers, and Auston Matthews' aggressive performances lately; on Rogers Hometown Hockey's Enoch Cree Nation stop, the battle between the Habs and Hurricanes, Andrei Svechnikov's season thus far, the great goaltending ...
March 22: Clarkson Cup weekend
March 22, 2019 17:23Jeff Marek asks Brian Burke about the Canadiens' big win against the Islanders, and Doug MacLean about Eugene Melnyk's rough 24 hours; on Melnyk's comments, how the organisation continues to shoot itself in the foot, and his decision to go after the media; CWHL interim commissioner Jayna Hefford previews the Clarkson Cup Final, the talent that is Marie-Philip Poulin, and the possibility of the two North American professional women's leagues coming together; on whether the Blue Jackets have a ...
March 21: Leafs get it done in Buffalo, and Tampa looks scary in D.C.
March 21, 2019 17:18Jeff Marek asks Nick Kypreos about the Leafs' win over the Sabres, and Doug MacLean about the Lightningt's OT win over the Capitals;on the Sabres' poor showing vs. the Leafs, Auston Matthews' strong play, which Leafs play needs to be rested the most right now, and Garret Sparks' big outings against the Sabres; on how close the Sabres are to being contenders; on Tampa Bay's win over the Capitals, and what it would take to beat Tampa.
March 20: Can Maple Leafs claim a moral victory?
March 20, 2019 16:58Jeff Marek asks Nick Kypreos about the Leafs' loss to the Predators, and Doug MacLean about Leafs vs. Sabres; on Leafs vs. Preds, Nashville's rough powerplay, the Leafs' sputtering offence, and Auston Matthews' play; on Nazem Kadri's play, the Leafs' inability to ice a "different look," the Leafs' inability to play heavier, Mike Babcock's post-game comments and whether they're problematic; on the coaching job Bruce Cassidy has done in Boston this season, how locked in the Bruins are, the Cana...
March 19: A veiled shot at Kyle Dubas from Mike Babcock?
March 19, 2019 17:05Jeff Marek asks Nick Kypreos about the big test tonight for the Leafs in Nashville, on Elias Pettersson setting the Canucks rookie scoring record; on Mike Babcock's comments about the Leafs' depth, the high expectations for the Leafs at the beginning of this season, and what the expectation is now; on Kyle Dubas' exasperated look in Ottawa, how Mike Babcock has to look at himself as well; Predators play-by-play voice Pete Weber on Kyle Turris' struggles, how much Wayne Simmonds & Brian Boyle ...
March 18: The passionless Maple Leafs
March 18, 2019 17:09Jeff Marek asks Gord Stellick about the Leafs' rough week, and Colby Armstrong about Conor McGregor pumping up the Bruins; on the Leafs' struggles, Garret Sparks' post-game comments, Nazem Kadri's play as of late, Morgan Rielly's leadership; on the Oilers' struggles and how Connor McDavid must be feeling; on the Flames' clinching a playoff spot; on the Penguins' loss, Evgeni Malkin's injury, where the Pens are at, and Hart candidates.