The Boston Bruins and Edmonton Oilers will match up in Germany for the 2027 Global Series in Munich and Cologne (image log from the NHL)

NHL podcast Len Shapiro:

#1 Global Series: The Bruins and Oilers will play regular-season games in Germany in 2027-28. How could the NHL’s expansion of games in Germany help grow the league’s international fan base?

#2 FC Bayern partnership: The NHL announced a multiyear partnership with FC Bayern Munich. What opportunities could this create for hockey development and fan engagement in Germany?

#3 Maple Leafs: Morgan Rielly has expressed excitement about remaining with a revamped Toronto roster. Can the Maple Leafs’ offseason changes finally translate into a deeper playoff run?

#4 Ottawa Senators: Ottawa’s latest NHL.com storyline focuses on goaltender Linus Ullmark and the team moving on from Brady Tkachuk. Which of those issues is likely to have the biggest impact on the Senators’ 2026-27 season?

#5 Injuries: Several notable players, including Connor Bedard and Brad Marchand, could miss part of the start of the 2026-27 season. Which team faces the biggest challenge from its injury situation entering the new season?

Len Shapiro does the NHL podcasts weekly at http://www.sportsradioservice.com