The Hockey News Big Show: Which NHL Teams Must Get In Shape This New Year?

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Here’s what Katie Gaus, Ryan Kennedy and Michael Traikos discussed in this episode:

0:48: Who gets paid more in free agency between Mitch Marner and Mikko Rantanen?

4:18: Which team needs to “whip themselves into shape” and get it together this New Year?

7:47: Will this “new job” be a better fit for New York Rangers waiver claim Arthur Kaliyev? What’s his potential?

10:44: Which players are on your radar to possibly be doing some travelling before the NHL trade deadline?

14:01: Is this the greatest era we’ve seen from USA Hockey?

18:54: Washington’s Ted Leonsis is on the cover of The Hockey News’ Money & Power issue. What is his legacy through 25 years of Capitals ownership?

21:35: How much of an advantage do teams like the Florida Panthers and Dallas Stars have because of their taxes?

25:20: Connor McDavid is the highest-ranked player on the Top 100 People of Power and Influence in hockey. Who could knock him off that perch in the future?

29:34: Should the NHL return to Arizona?

31:48: Who was your pick for world juniors MVP?

33:19: When will Russia return to the world juniors?

36:16: Lane Hutson has officially taken over the rookie scoring leaderboard at 30 points. Can he sustain this to challenge for the Calder Trophy?

38:11: After Shane Pinto stepped on the ice with a skate guard on, name another embarrassing hockey moment you’ve witnessed or remember.

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