Adnan Virk just got back from Brady Tkachuk's wild return to Ottawa, so he broke down a big night with Jason Demers and Nate Thompson before discussing Connor McDavid's unreal start, Connor Hellebuyck coming back to Winnipeg and the Bruins leading the Atlantic. Then Ray Ferraro stopped by to talk about mentoring his son in broadcasting, his happy memories from Hartford and those lean years with the Atlanta Thrashers. Finally, the guys get into Ben Kindel's scary medical episode, a nightmare flight for the Ducks and Nick Suzuki's injury.

Adnan Virk just got back from Brady Tkachuk's wild return to Ottawa, so he broke down a big night with Jason Demers and Nate Thompson before discussing Connor McDavid's unreal start, Connor Hellebuyck coming back to Winnipeg and the Bruins leading the Atlantic. Then Ray Ferraro stopped by to talk about mentoring his son in broadcasting, his happy memories from Hartford and those lean years with the Atlanta Thrashers. Finally, the guys get into Ben Kindel's scary medical episode, a nightmare flight for the Ducks and Nick Suzuki's injury.

Ray Ferraro on the Mic: Brady's Big Return, McDavid on a Tear and Bruins Cruising.

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Adnan Virk gets back from Washington DC just in time to talk with Jason Demers and Nate Thompson about the up-and-down Habs, the Rangers moving on without Igor Shesterkin and Linus Ullmark showing his Vezina form. Then Kent Johnson joins the guys to talk about his Olympic experience with JD, pulling pranks in college and a wild summer for the Blue Jackets. Finally, Adnan reviews Miller Night Football and the guys discuss the big coaching hire at Arizona State University.

Adnan Virk gets back from Washington DC just in time to talk with Jason Demers and Nate Thompson about the up-and-down Habs, the Rangers moving on without Igor Shesterkin and Linus Ullmark showing his Vezina form. Then Kent Johnson joins the guys to talk about his Olympic experience with JD, pulling pranks in college and a wild summer for the Blue Jackets. Finally, Adnan reviews Miller Night Football and the guys discuss the big coaching hire at Arizona State University.

Kent Johnson's Olympic Reunion: Igor Goes Down, Ullmark is Back and Hakstol Lands in Arizona.

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Adnan Virk got back from Winnipeg just in time to chat with Jason Demers and Nate Thompson about the upstart Winnipeg Jets, Alex Ovechkin's big announcement and (most importantly) JD's wife's halloween Instagram videos. Then Matt Beleskey stops by to talk about fighting with a young PK Subban, coming to Boston and his new energy drink. Finally, the guys look at the players who are off to the hottest start, Gary Bettman's battle over no-trade clauses and the Anaheim Ducks' record-tying streak.

Adnan Virk got back from Winnipeg just in time to chat with Jason Demers and Nate Thompson about the upstart Winnipeg Jets, Alex Ovechkin's big announcement and (most importantly) JD's wife's halloween Instagram videos. Then Matt Beleskey stops by to talk about fighting with a young PK Subban, coming to Boston and his new energy drink. Finally, the guys look at the players who are off to the hottest start, Gary Bettman's battle over no-trade clauses and the Anaheim Ducks' record-tying streak.

Matt Beleskey Loves His Toys: Jets Flying, Ovi's Announcement and Evan Bouchard Takes Over.

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Happy puck drop, everyone! Jason Demers, Adnan Virk and Nate Thompson take a look at some of the first few games, break down the Kirill Marchenko trade to Toronto and preview the Western Conference. Then Mammoth defenseman Mikhail Sergachev stops by to talk about his first impression of Jon Cooper, expectations in Utah and his beloved backyard chicken coop. Finally, the guys get in some heated debates about the Ducks and Sharks.

Happy puck drop, everyone! Jason Demers, Adnan Virk and Nate Thompson take a look at some of the first few games, break down the Kirill Marchenko trade to Toronto and preview the Western Conference. Then Mammoth defenseman Mikhail Sergachev stops by to talk about his first impression of Jon Cooper, expectations in Utah and his beloved backyard chicken coop. Finally, the guys get in some heated debates about the Ducks and Sharks.

Mikhail Sergachev Loves his Chickens: Marchenko Dealt, Faber Hurt and Western Conference Previews.

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Episode 99, folks! Jason Demers shares some stories from Sharks Media Day before he, Nate Thompson and Adnan Virk offer their predictions for the Atlantic and Metropolitan divisions. Then Radko Gudas stops by to discuss who is the biggest rat in the Panthers room, Leo Carlsson's huge deal and skating with Jaromir Jagr. Finally, the guys talk about Tourette Syndrome (yup!) and wish Kevin Hayes a happy retirement.

Episode 99, folks! Jason Demers shares some stories from Sharks Media Day before he, Nate Thompson and Adnan Virk offer their predictions for the Atlantic and Metropolitan divisions. Then Radko Gudas stops by to discuss who is the biggest rat in the Panthers room, Leo Carlsson's huge deal and skating with Jaromir Jagr. Finally, the guys talk about Tourette Syndrome (yup!) and wish Kevin Hayes a happy retirement.

Radko Gudas Brought His Beard: Eastern Conference Preview, Mess in Motown and Hellebuyck Hiding.

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With Jason Demers at Sharks Media Day in San Jose, Adnan Virk and Nate Thompson talk about the big Cutter Gauthier extension, Chris Kreider's signing with Montreal and Connor Bedard getting the captain's C in Chicago. Then Bruce Cassidy joins us to talk about his quiet summer, his thoughts on new Vegas coach Ryan Craig and what he will be doing this fall. Finally, the guys go over all the eight-year deals being handed out, break down the Alex Formenton backlash in Edmonton and bid farewell to John Klingberg and Connor Ingram. 

With Jason Demers at Sharks Media Day in San Jose, Adnan Virk and Nate Thompson talk about the big Cutter Gauthier extension, Chris Kreider's signing with Montreal and Connor Bedard getting the captain's C in Chicago. Then Bruce Cassidy joins us to talk about his quiet summer, his thoughts on new Vegas coach Ryan Craig and what he will be doing this fall. Finally, the guys go over all the eight-year deals being handed out, break down the Alex Formenton backlash in Edmonton and bid farewell to John Klingberg and Connor Ingram.&nbsp;

Bruce Cassidy Returns: Cutter Signs, Kreider Joins the Habs and Bedard Gets the C.

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With training camp just a week away, Jason Demers and Adnan Virk talk about Zeev Buium and Fraser Minten getting their big payday, potential destinations for Connor Hellebuyck and what on earth is going on in Anaheim. Then two-time Stanley Cup champ Kris Versteeg joins JD and Nate Thompson to share his favorite stories about Dustin Byfuglien and Phil Kessel along with what he's doing now. Finally, the guys reminisce about Succession and talk about the Red Wings GM search and the Jessi Pierce Community Cup.

With training camp just a week away, Jason Demers and Adnan Virk talk about Zeev Buium and Fraser Minten getting their big payday, potential destinations for Connor Hellebuyck and what on earth is going on in Anaheim. Then two-time Stanley Cup champ Kris Versteeg joins JD and Nate Thompson to share his favorite stories about Dustin Byfuglien and Phil Kessel along with what he's doing now. Finally, the guys reminisce about Succession and talk about the Red Wings GM search and the Jessi Pierce Community Cup.

Kris Versteeg Remembers Barry Melrose: Buium and Minten Get Paid, Marchy Being Marchy and Kreider Moves On.

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We're getting close to real hockey, people. Less than a month before the season starts, Jason Demers, Nate Thompson and Adnan Virk dive into some bold predictions for the 2026-27 campaign while also breaking down Cale Makar's monster payday, what Quinn Hughes does and where Connor Hellebuyck could land. The guys also discuss Victor Hedman's big return, Will Smith's impressive BP session and JD's scariest moment in the KHL.

We're getting close to real hockey, people. Less than a month before the season starts, Jason Demers, Nate Thompson and Adnan Virk dive into some bold predictions for the 2026-27 campaign while also breaking down Cale Makar's monster payday, what Quinn Hughes does and where Connor Hellebuyck could land. The guys also discuss Victor Hedman's big return, Will Smith's impressive BP session and JD's scariest moment in the KHL.

Preseason Predictions: All Hail Cale, Hellebuyck Wants Out and Hedman's Ready to Go.

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Adnan Virk and Jason Demers finally have some NHL news to talk about it, including an expansion team potentially coming to Texas, Drake Batherson's next contract and a Carey Price debate in Montreal. Then comedy legend Robert Smigel joins us to talk about Wayne Gretzky hosting SNL, the origins of Triumph and why he loves the Islanders. Finally, the guys break down NHL.com's goalie and center rankings as well as Joe Pavelski's new gig and how Connor McDavid made video game history.

Adnan Virk and Jason Demers finally have some NHL news to talk about it, including an expansion team potentially coming to Texas, Drake Batherson's next contract and a Carey Price debate in Montreal. Then comedy legend Robert Smigel joins us to talk about Wayne Gretzky hosting SNL, the origins of Triumph and why he loves the Islanders. Finally, the guys break down NHL.com's goalie and center rankings as well as Joe Pavelski's new gig and how Connor McDavid made video game history.

Robert Smigel Brings the Funny: Expansion is Coming, Cutter Rejects the Ducks and McDavid Makes History.

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Not a lot of hockey news lately, folks. But Jason Demers, Adnan Virk and Nate Thompson found plenty to talk about, including Canada's dominant finish at the Hlinka Gretzky Cup, Viggo Bjorck's potential to make the Jets and Ville Koivunen's shocking contract. Then Ben Clymer comes by to talk about winning a Cup in Tampa, Alex Ovechkin's first training camp and how he went back to college to become a financial planner. Finally, the guys share their summer movie picks and review the recent NHL.com position rankings.

Not a lot of hockey news lately, folks. But Jason Demers, Adnan Virk and Nate Thompson found plenty to talk about, including Canada's dominant finish at the Hlinka Gretzky Cup, Viggo Bjorck's potential to make the Jets and Ville Koivunen's shocking contract. Then Ben Clymer comes by to talk about winning a Cup in Tampa, Alex Ovechkin's first training camp and how he went back to college to become a financial planner. Finally, the guys share their summer movie picks and review the recent NHL.com position rankings.

Ben Clymer Knows Money: Landon DuPont Has Arrived, Kopi's Big Day and NHL.com Rankings.

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Longtime broadcaster Adnan Virk and former NHL player Jason Demers team up to offer the latest and greatest from the world of hockey and beyond. Way beyond! The spirited talk will occasionally stray from the game and venture into topics ranging from food to movies to comedy to wrestling. An array of guests will also be dropping in to join the soiree. It’s all fair game when these two get together every week.

Longtime broadcaster Adnan Virk and former NHL player Jason Demers team up to offer the latest and greatest from the world of hockey and beyond. Way beyond! The spirited talk will occasionally stray from the game and venture into topics ranging from food to movies to comedy to wrestling. An array of guests will also be dropping in to join the soiree. It’s all fair game when these two get together every week.

NHL Unscripted with Virk and Demers

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