Breaking down the Mikko Rantanen trade, including his stated willingness to take a discount to stay in Colorado and the Avalanche’s future cap situation. Carolina gains a much-needed scoring boost, though questions about centre depth remain. The fellas question the Blackhawks involvement in the deal including what Kyle Davidson did or didn't know about the bigger deal. Imagine the speculation on a potential free-agency showdown this summer between Rantanen and Mitch Marner in the centre of the universe! The episode also touches on the Canucks’ ongoing turmoil despite recent wins and reports of internal tensions impacting their trade plans.

Then, TSN's Gord Miller joins to discuss Alex Pietrangelo pulling out of the 4-Nations Face-Off and if others may follow. Plus, a bigger picture look at the changing landscape of international hockey with the Olympics and a future World Cup of Hockey upcoming.

<p>Breaking down the Mikko Rantanen trade, including his stated willingness to take a discount to stay in Colorado and the Avalanche&rsquo;s future cap situation. Carolina gains a much-needed scoring boost, though questions about centre depth remain. The fellas question the Blackhawks involvement in the deal including what Kyle Davidson did or didn't know about the bigger deal. Imagine the speculation on a potential free-agency showdown this summer between Rantanen and Mitch Marner in the centre of the universe! The episode also touches on the Canucks&rsquo; ongoing turmoil despite recent wins and reports of internal tensions impacting their trade plans.</p>
<p>Then, TSN's Gord Miller joins to discuss Alex Pietrangelo pulling out of the 4-Nations Face-Off and if others may follow. Plus, a bigger picture look at the changing landscape of international hockey with the Olympics and a future World Cup of Hockey upcoming.</p>

Ray Ferraro & Darren Dreger, two of the biggest names in the game join forces for The Ray & Dregs Hockey Podcast. Providing expert insight, analysis and opinions on what's happening on and off the ice in an entertaining personality-laden style that you won't find anywhere else.

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