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NHL podcast Len Shapiro Thu Aug 27, 2026: Wild trying to get Hughes signed before camp; Pens Karlsson can he score big for a defenseman in 26-27; plus more news

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Minnestoa Wild defenseman Quinn Hughes (43) celebrates after scoring against the Dallas Stars in the first period of game 6 of the NHL Western Conference First round at the Target Center in Minneapolis on Thu Apr 30, 2026. Hughes and the Wild are currently to settle on a contract agreement before camp opens in September (AP file photo)

NHL podcast Leno Shapiro:

Quinn Hughes: With Minnesota and Quinn Hughes still working toward a contract extension, how important is it for the Wild to get their star defenseman signed before training camp?

Erik Karlsson: What role could Erik Karlsson play for the Pittsburgh Penguins in 2026–27, and can he return to the elite offensive production that made him one of the NHL’s premier defensemen?

Brock Boeser: With speculation surrounding Brock Boeser’s future in Vancouver, should the Canucks prioritize keeping their scoring winger or consider moving him for other roster pieces?

Mason McTavish: How much can Mason McTavish’s addition to the St. Louis Blues’ offense change the team’s chances of returning to the playoffs?

Connor McMichael: Can Connor McMichael become a major offensive contributor for St. Louis alongside Mason McTavish, and what should the Blues expect from him in 2026–27?

Len Shapiro does the NHL podcasts each Thursday night at http://www.sportsradioservice.com

NHL podcast Len Shapiro: Red Wings in flux looking for new GM and Larkin on hold; Will Hughes remain with Wild? plus more news

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Dylan Larkin of the Detroit Red Wings would be on the trade block but the Red Wings need to find a new general manager first (AP file photo)

NHL podcast Len Shapiro:

#1 Dylan Larkin with the Detroit Red Wings’ trade situation reportedly stalled while the club searches for a new GM, should Larkin remain in Detroit, or would a trade ultimately benefit both sides?

#2 Quinn Hughes and Minnesota: With the Minnesota Wild continuing to pursue an extension with Quinn Hughes while also looking for a top-line center, how realistic is it that Hughes stays long-term, and what would his contract mean for Minnesota’s roster construction?

#3 Los Angeles Kings: With Quenton Byfield taking on the No. 1 center role and questions surrounding Drew Doughty’s future, can the Kings take the next step toward Stanley Cup contention in 2026–27?

#4 2026 preseason schedule: The NHL has released its 2026 preseason schedule, with preseason action set to begin before the regular season. Which teams have the most intriguing preseason matchups or roster battles to watch?

#5 Hockey Canada suspensions: Following the independent appeal process involving the five players from the 2018 World Juniors scandal, what impact could the suspensions have on the players’ NHL careers and on Hockey Canada’s handling of future disciplinary matters?

Len Shapiro does the NHL podcast each Thursday at http://www.sportsradioservice.com

NHL podcast Len Shapiro: Pens commit to 8 yr $32 million deal for Ville Koivunen; What Blackhawks expect out of Bedard for 26-27 season; plus more news

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Pittsubugh Penguins forward Ville Koivunen signed an eight year $32 million contract extension with the Penguins (Pittsburgh Penguins photo)

NHL podcast Len Shapiro:

#1 Why did the Pittsburgh Penguins commit to an eight-year, $32 million extension for Ville Koivunen, and why has the deal generated mixed reactions among fans and analysts?

#2 What are the biggest expectations for Connor Bedard and the Chicago Blackhawks heading into the 2026–27 NHL season, and how is the team’s young core expected to contribute?

#3 Which players were ranked among NHL Network’s top five wings entering the 2026–27 season, and what factors likely influenced their rankings?

#4 Who are the top five rookie fantasy hockey prospects for the 2026–27 season, and what makes them attractive picks for fantasy managers?

#5 Which offseason storylines—such as trade rumors, contract negotiations, or remaining free agents—are drawing the most attention as NHL training camps approach?

Join Len Shapiro for the NHL podcasts each Friday at http://www.sportsradioservice.com

NHL podcast Len Shapiro: Sharks Celebrini’s five yr $94 million deal; Hughes-Wild talk contract worth $47.1 million

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San Jose Sharks center Macklin Celebrini celebrates after scoring a goal against the Nashville Predators during the first period of an NHL hockey game, Tuesday, Jan. 21, 2025, in Nashville, Tenn. (AP Photo/Mark Humphrey, File)

NHL podcast Len Shapiro:

#1 Len, talk about the San Jose Sharks Macklin Celebrini’s recent contract extension worth $94 million for five years worth $18 million which is a signing bonus?

#2 The Minnesota Wild met with Quinn Hughes on Tuesday. Hughes still has a year left on his $47.1 million contract with annual pay out of $7.85 million that contract ends July 1st 2027. He will finish his last year with the Wild of his contract that he signed with the Vancouver Canucks.

#3 Len, talk about the two year contract that goaltender Stuart Skinner signed on Jul 1st after spliting last year with the Pittsburgh Penguins and Edmonton Oilers. Skinner joins the Winnipeg Jets and will be a back up goaltender for Connor Hellebuyck. Skinner was 23-17-9 with a 2.92 goals against average.

#4 The Columbus Blue Jackets Cole Sillinger said that the players are obligated to get the Jackets to the Stanley Cup Playoffs. Sillinger signed with the Jackets for $13.875 million, $4.625 million annual, for three years. Sillinger said he was ready to help lead the Jackets to the post season.

#5 Former Detroit Red Wing Patrick Kane said he was glad to play for the Red Wings and made friends with former teammate Alex DeBrincat and said that he would like have been a part in helping the Wings get to the Stanley Cup Playoffs. Some of the reasons why Kane left Detroit might have been that Dylan Larkin requested a trade, Steve Yzerman as GM, and Chicago Blackhawks owner Danny Wirtz called Kane as soon as his free agency became available.

Join Len Shapiro for the NHL podcasts Thursdays at http://www.sportsradioservice.com

NHL podcast Len Shapiro podcast: Sharks biggest signing Sherwood during trade deadline; Leafs deal Roy to Colorado for 2027 first round pick; plus more NHL news

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Montreal Canadiens center Kirby Dach (77) reaches around the San Jose Sharks Kiefer Sherwood (44) during first period action at SAP Center on Tue Mar 3, 2026 (AP News photo)

NHL podcast Len Shapiro:

#1  Looks like the San Jose Sharks have made their move on right wing Kiefer Sherwood on a five year contract.

#2 Nicolas Roy traded from the Toronto Maple Leafs to the Colorado Avalanche

Toronto receives: conditional 2027 1st-round pick + conditional 2026 5th-round pick

#3 Michael Bunting traded from the Nashville Predators to the Dallas Stars

Nashville receives: 2026 3rd-round pick

#4 Warren Foegele traded from the Los Angeles Kings to the Ottawa Senators

Ottawa receives: Foegele + conditional 2026 3rd-round pick

Kings receive: 2026 2nd-round pick + 2026 3rd-round pick

#5 Jeff Petry traded from the Florida Panthers to the Minnesota Wild

Florida receives: conditional 2026 7th-round pick

Minnesota added veteran defensive depth for their playoff run.

#6 Buffalo Sabres were buyers and Vancouver and Nashville were sellers.

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

NHL podcast with Len Shapiro Fri Apr 4, 2025: Caps Ovechkin 3 goals away to catch the Great One: Canadiens push to make post season since 2021 win 3rd straight game; Senators Ullmark saves 31 shots in 3-1 win over Lightning; plus more news

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Montreal Canadiens left wing Juraj Slafkovsky (20) and the Boston Bruins defenceman Ian Mitchell (14) push each other as linesman Jonathan Deschamps (80) intervenes in the first period at the Belle Centre in Montreal on Thu Apr 3, 2025 (Canadian Press via AP photo)

NHL podcast with Len Shapiro Fri Apr 4, 2025

#1 It’s been a long time coming for the Montreal Canadiens as their push for a Stanley Cup Playoff birth continues. The last time the Habs were in the post season was in 2021. The Canadiens defeated the Boston Bruins 4-1 for their third straight win at the Belle Centre on Thursday night. Brendan Gallagher and Nick Suzuki scored a goal a piece and an assist. Sam Montembeault had 18 saves. The win gives Montreal a two point lead over the New York Rangers for the second wild card in the Eastern Conference.

#2  Linus Ullmark stopped 31 shots for the Ottawa Senators and put an end to the Tampa Bay Lightning’s four game win streak. The Senators came up with a 3-1 win on Thursday night at the Canadian Tire Centre. The Lightning’s Brandon Hagel tried to score on a short handed break away but Ullmark stopped the shot at 5:58 in the third period to keep the score at the time to 2-1.

#3  Cale Makar had himself an evening for the Colorado Avalanche scoring his 30th goal and picking up two assists in a 7-3 win over the Columbus Blue Jackets at Nationwide Arena in Columbus Thursday. Makar became the ninth defenseman to score 30 goals in a season since the Washington Capitals defenseman Mike Green had 31 in 2008-09.

#4  The red hot St Louis Blues tied a franchise record with their 5-4 win over the Pittsburgh Penguins at the Enterprise Center on Thursday night. Robert Thomas scored at 2:12 in the overtime stanza for the winning goal. The win ties the Blues with the Stanley Cup Champions Blues who won 11 in a row between Jan 23-Feb 19 2019.

#5 The Dallas Stars Wyatt Johnson got a goal in his sixth game in a row and the Stars won their seventh game in a row with a 5-1 win over the Nashville Predators at American Airlines Center in Dallas on Thursday. In the NHL Johnson’s streak is the longest active run. The Stars Jake Oettinger saved 28 shots in the win.

Join Len Shapiro for the NHL podcasts Fridays at http://www.sportsradioservice.com