Ray Ferraro and Darren Dreger examine the underwhelming starts of Nashville, Colorado, Edmonton and Boston. On the other side of the coin, the Caps are 5-1 and scoring at a pace that was unthinkable last season. Are youth and lack of centre experience fuelling the line blender that Tortz is currently employing? Plus, Trouba hit on Barron: "Clean and mean". Then, we're joined by Preds colour man Chris Mason to talk about the team's early struggles, why the team might still be looking for...

In this episode, Ray and Dregs discuss the Leafs' dominant win over Tampa Bay, where Vasilevskiy was pulled after the second period. Debating if the Leafs have finally matured, as Matthews and the team seem to prioritize winning over individual stats. Shifting to Nashville, they analyze the Predators' rough 0-5 start and discuss whether it's just bad luck or if they've dug too deep a hole to recover. Checking in on Ovechkin’s chase for Gretzky’s goal record, with Ray betting he’ll break it...

Ray Ferraro and Darren Dreger with the headlines of the week. Are any "seats" getting hot in Colorado, Nashville or Detroit due to their slow starts? Ray thinks there is one in particular who might be feeling it. Back to back clunkers for the Habs lead to an honest assessment from Nick Suzuki. Thoughts on Elias Pettersson continuing to struggle for the Canucks. Rangers and Lightning on the opposite side of things, proving to be early front-runners in the East. Will Kris Knoblauch's (brief)...

Happy Thanksgiving! Ray Ferraro and Darren Dreger with your (Canadian) Thanksgiving Monday Headlines! Oilers' troubles are just scoring and keeping them out of their own net... but video review didn't do them any favours against the Flames. Avs can't get a save and Nate MacKinnon is visibly frustrated. Dylan Guenther and Utah HC off to a terrific start. Connor Bedard hasn't missed a beat, Hawks might not be good this year, but they'll be interesting. Jets have been sneaky good out of the...

The puck has dropped on a new season and not everyone is thrilled with the early returns. The Edmonton Oilers sputter out of the gate against a strong effort from the Winnipeg Jets. Edmonton's humbling loss is reminiscent of how their season started a year ago. Calgary completes a wild comeback against Vancouver in a game that featured a little bit of everything. Habs goalie Sam Montembeault blanks the Leafs in a stellar performance, with Joe Woll notably absent from the Toronto crease....

In Tim Hortons headlines, Ray Ferraro and Darren Dreger dive into the Swayman deal and Ullmark's gamble in Ottawa. The guys make their team predictions for the 2024-25 season. Ryan Rishaug joins for Ask Ray & Dregs.  See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Ray Ferraro and Darren Dreger discuss the recent incidents between Atlantic division opponents (Habs, Leafs, Sens, Lightning, Panthers) and whether or not they could spill into the regular season. Sabres and Devils to drop the puck on the NHL season in Czechia on Friday, what should we expect from New Jersey this year? Milestone watch for Matthews and McDavid. Plus in Ask Ray and Dregs Anything: Annoying teammates, quick chemistry and Cam Neely's comments on Jeremy Swayman. See...

Ray Ferraro and Darren Dreger discuss key moments from the Canadiens vs. Maple Leafs preseason game, [4:00] particularly Cedric Pare's controversial hit on Patrik Laine. They debate whether the hit was malicious or simply mistimed, setting the tone for a deeper dive into player safety and league discipline. At [12:00], Ray and Dregs focus on the fight between Arber Xhekaj and Pare, sparked by the earlier hit, comparing it to infamous incidents like the Todd Bertuzzi-Steve Moore case. They...

Ray Ferraro and Darren Dreger on the Rangers returning 19 from their playoff roster last season... with 13 on expiring contracts. Tough to get a read on the Flames ceiling for this season but they have to manage some diminishing assets. Trade talk surrounds a few Ducks veterans... what will Pat Verbeek do and when? Lots of fun in Ask Ray and Dregs Anything... listener submissions and a few curveballs. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Ray Ferraro and Darren Dreger are back for Season 6 of the Ray and Dregs Hockey Podcast... and with a bang. Florida Panthers' Stanley Cup winning coach Paul Maurice joins the fellas to discuss his long-awaited day with the Cup and researching what it takes to repeat as champions. In Headlines, we look at the Jeremy Swayman situation in Boston and whether or not December 1 will come into play. Then, how long will it take for the Berube-effect to fully take hold of the Toronto Maple Leafs....

Ray Ferraro and Darren Dreger break down a busy and intriguing first day of NHL free agency. Nashville seems to win the day by adding Stamkos, Marchessault & Skjei. Oilers adds surprise many despite the lack of an "official" GM. Leafs focus on bolstering their D. Canucks say hello and good-bye to a number of high profile UFAs. Plus, checking in on Seattle, Tampa Bay, Boston, Ottawa and Winnipeg. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Ray Ferraro and Darren Dreger look back at a tightly contested game 7 that saw the Panthers defeat the Oilers by a score of 2-1 to claim the championship. Thoughts on an exciting finale and an exuberant celebration. Plus: Could Skinner have saved Reinhart's GWG? How did the Panthers manage to shut down McDavid after his historic games 4 & 5? What's next for the Oilers' front office? Also, a look at the newly announced Hall of Fame inductees for 2024. See omnystudio.com/listener for...

Ray Ferraro and Darren Dreger break down an eventful few days league-wide. Jacob Markstrom finally dealt to the New Jersey Devils. How should Flames fans feel about the return? Pierre Luc Dubois off to Washington, should Rob Blake be praised for righting a wrong or is the totality of the situation still a minus? Connor McDavid truly goes to another level to drag the Cats back to Alberta for game 6. Will he win the Conn Smythe trophy irregardless of the series outcome? Lots more on the final:...

Ray Ferraro and Darren Dreger break down game 3 of the Stanley Cup Finals. Is Florida simply to much for the Oilers to handle in this matchup? 6 minutes of mistake-filled hockey seemed to sink the Oilers on Thursday night. Goalie Bob has been outstanding and pushed himself to the top of the Conn Smythe conversation... something that is not new to the Oilers in the Finals historically. Panthers PK has shut down the vaunted Edmonton PP. Does Kris Knoblauch have one last trick up his sleeve in...

Ray Ferraro and Darren Dreger preview game 2 of the Stanley Cup Finals. Nurse and Ceci struggled in game 1, is a change on the horizon? Sergei Bobrovsky was magnificent in game 1, is there a blueprint to score (more) goals on him? Florida's big guns were quiet in game one, the fellas expect they will be better. More on the finals and a discussion about changes to the LTIR system! See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Ray Ferraro and Darren Dreger tee up an intriguing Championship Series. How will the break affect the players? Will Florida's experience last year be an advantage? Zach Hyman's magical season continues. Has Stu Skinner silenced his critics? Florida's physicality could be a problem for Edmonton and a breakdown of a very interesting coaching matchup. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Jason Strudwick joins Ray Ferraro and Darren Dreger to discuss the Western Conference Final. Darnell Nurse has a great game. Knoblauch takes a big risk and it pays off, as the Oilers tie the series 2-2. In the East, Florida wins a game 4 to tie that series, but Igor Shesterkin is keeping the Rangers alive. Tkachuk's mouthguard goes for a ride. What will happen with Hurricanes Martin Nečas? See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Ray Ferraro & Darren Dreger with a deep dive on the 2 conference final series. Roope Hintz's return helps propel Jason Robertson to a hat-trick and the Dallas Stars to a 2-1 series lead. Oilers played a brilliant first 20 minutes but then the tide turned. Jacob Trouba fined $5000 for his hit on Evan Rodrigues... it could have been worse for both parties. When will Artemi Panarin make his presence known in this series? Dan Bylsma expected to be named the next head coach of the Seattle...

Ray Ferraro and Darren Dreger break down McDavid's wild game in Dallas, the Oilers remarkable PK, Rangers OT win. Sheldon Keefe is off to New Jersey, Scott Arniel promoted to Head Coach in Winnipeg. Don Waddell resigns as Hurricanes GM.  See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Ray Ferraro and Darren Dreger put a button on the Canucks impressive season after a game 7 loss to Edmonton on Monday. 4 Oilers top the playoff scoring list, but will depth be a deciding factor against Dallas? Rangers/Panthers is difficult to handicap... two teams that play very differently, but with similar results. Craig Berube's expectations for his players in Toronto will be crystal clear. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Oilers knock off Vancouver in game 6 to force a deciding game on Monday. Potential to be one for the ages. Dallas welcoming the extra time to get healthy. East Conference Final has the makings of a barn-burner with the 2 division winners facing off. Rod Brind'Amour fianlly gets his extension to stay on as the Head Coach in Carolina. Craig Berube named the Leafs next bench boss. Is a coaching announcement in New Jersey forthcoming? See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Ray Ferraro and Darren Dreger look at the Canucks taking a 2-1 series lead over the Oilers. Canucks winning the goalie battle, who starts game 4 for the Oilers? Stars looking strong, does Colorado have enough depth to defeat them? Bruins lose a tough interference challenge. Hurricanes stave off elimination... for now. A couple of thoughts on officiating and coaching vacancies. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Ray and Dregs dive into Sheldon Keefe's dismissal as Maple Leafs head coach. Discussion about the numerous possible successors including Craig Berube. Bruins-Panthers got a little wild in the 3rd. Were messages being sent or was it just an overflow of passion? Canucks storm back from down 4-1 to take game 1 over Edmonton... huge momentum swings in this one. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Ray Ferraro and Darren Dreger break down all of the news of the past week in this playoff edition of the Ray and Dregs Hockey Podcast. Coaching carousel appears to be in full effect already. Travis Green named coach of the Ottawa Senators. Leafs need to make a decision on Sheldon Keefe. Would Craig Berube be a target for the Leafs or the Devils? Rick Bowness announces his retirement. Fallout from Leafs elimination and previewing Oilers/Canucks. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy...