Dave Hakstol joins; Sens coaching change, Scrappy Flyers & Capitals, Mailbag: Trotz's plan in Nashville
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Dan and Shawn are joined by Seattle Kraken head coach Dave Hakstol (18:22). Hakstol talks about the excitement leading up to the Winter Classic in Seattle, some of the struggles his team has faced this season and addressed some of the adjustments Matty Beniers has had to make in his second season in the NHL. Plus, he chats about the success of hockey in Seattle, the underrated play of Vince Dunn and some of his past outdoor experiences as a player and a coach. The guys start the episode discussing the Ottawa Senators, the coaching change the team made and why such a talented team is in last place. Plus, will there be another coaching change this season in the NHL ? The guys address the chances of the Buffalo Sabres having to make a change after allowing nine goals to the Columbus Blue Jackets on Tuesday night. Other topics include the Capitals unlikely success, the Flyers culture under John Tortorella, the inconsistent play of the Colorado Avalanche, the World Junior Championships, the Nashville Predators and Barry Trotz's plan for the franchise. 
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