100% Hockey

John Shannon sits down with Bruce Cassidy for an in-depth conversation on 100% Hockey, with Daren Millard handling the open and close.Cassidy discusses his recent experience stepping into a broadcasting role with TNT, offering a different perspective on the game during the Stanley Cup Playoffs. He reflects on the current postseason landscape, how the league continues to evolve, and what stands out watching from outside the bench.The conversation also looks back on Cassidy’s coaching path, from his early days to time with the Washington Capitals, Boston Bruins, and most recently the Vegas Golden Knights. He shares insight into the challenges and realities of coaching at the NHL level, including his recent departure from Vegas.Cassidy also opens up about personal experiences throughout his career, including Olympic moments and relationships with players like Bobby Orr and Ray Bourque, offering a broader perspective on the game and the people in it.A wide-ranging conversation with one of hockey’s most experienced voices, now seeing the game from a different angle.

John Shannon and Daren Millard are joined by Eric Tulsky, general manager of the Carolina Hurricanes, on 100% Hockey.Tulsky breaks down Carolina’s first-round sweep of Ottawa, explaining how the group managed to stay in control throughout the series and handle different forms of adversity, from injuries to penalties to momentum swings. He shares insight into the team’s overall composition and why their structure continues to translate in the playoffs.The conversation also gets into the decision-making process behind starting Frederik Andersen, emphasizing the collaborative nature of the call and the importance of recent performance over strictly analytical models.Tulsky also discusses his approach to the GM role beyond the roster, including his habit of walking the rink during games to connect with fans, what he hears from them, and how feedback shifts depending on results.A look inside how one of the NHL’s most structured teams operates, both on and off the ice.

John Shannon and Daren Millard are joined by Pete DeBoer on 100% Hockey to discuss his quick move behind the New York Islanders bench.Hired with just four games left in the regular season, DeBoer explains what it was like stepping into a team still trying to sharpen its defensive structure and find stability before the playoffs. He discusses the challenge of making adjustments on the fly, what he can realistically implement in such a short window, and how he evaluates a group quickly.DeBoer also shares his early impressions of young defenseman Matthew Schaefer, the importance of communication and buy-in, and how the Eastern Conference compares to the West. The conversation also touches on playoff styles, coaching adjustments, and what teams need to tighten up when the margins get smaller.

John Shannon is joined by Kevin Dupont and Mike Harrington for a special edition of 100% Hockey, breaking down the first three games of the Sabres vs Bruins playoff series.Buffalo holds a 2-1 series lead heading into Game 4, and the conversation focuses on what’s driven that early edge. The guys dig into the goaltending battle between Jeremy Swayman for Boston and Buffalo’s rotation of Ukko-Pekka Luukkonen and Alex Lyon, along with the Sabres’ power play struggles to this point in the series.They also get into the playoff learning curve for both teams, the impact of Olympic fatigue on key players, and what adjustments could shape Game 4 at TD Garden. Plus, a look ahead at potential front office moves and names to watch on the management side.Everything you need to know as the series continues in Boston.

Hall of Famer Scotty Bowman joins John Shannon and Daren Millard on 100% Hockey to break down what actually wins in the Stanley Cup Playoffs.Bowman dives into the systems that defined his championship teams, including the 1-2-2 forecheck he used in Detroit with players like Nicklas Lidstrom and Sergei Fedorov, and how today’s teams are adapting defensively to slow down elite offensive talent. He explains why structure, discipline, and adjustments matter even more on the road, and how experienced coaches give their teams an edge in high-pressure environments.The conversation also touches on how the game has evolved, from the shift to two referees to how penalty shots compare to power plays in critical moments. Bowman shares why role players become difference-makers in the postseason and what makes life especially difficult for goalies facing veteran teams.If you want to understand playoff hockey beyond the surface, this one’s worth your time.

Rick Bowness, head coach of the Columbus Blue Jackets, joins John Shannon and Daren Millard on 100% Hockey to discuss his one-year contract extension and the message he delivered at the end of the season.Bowness explains his decision to push the group following a disappointing finish, emphasizing the need for higher standards and accountability within the organization.The conversation covers:• His recent comments and the reaction to them• The importance of setting standards within the team• The Blue Jackets’ struggles down the stretch• Injuries and their impact on the lineup• The physical nature of playoff hockey• His return to coaching after stepping away• Thoughts on current playoff matchups around the leagueA direct and candid conversation about leadership, expectations and what it will take for Columbus to move forward.

Dave Hodge joins John Shannon and Daren Millard on 100% Hockey to share his thoughts on the Stanley Cup playoffs and the biggest storylines around the league.Hodge weighs in on multiple playoff series, breaking down team performances, coaching decisions, and what stands out as the postseason unfolds.The conversation covers:• Key playoff matchups, including Buffalo, Minnesota and Montreal• Minnesota’s depth and strong play• Buffalo’s speed and comeback performance• Coaching decisions and playoff intensity• Brady Tkachuk’s early-game fight and its impact• The Toronto Maple Leafs’ organizational structure and future• The difference between playoff and regular season hockey• Stories from Hodge’s career, including lessons from Hockey Night in CanadaA wide-ranging conversation with one of hockey broadcasting’s most recognizable voices, offering perspective on both today’s game and the evolution of coverage around it.

Chris Pronger joins John Shannon and Daren Millard on 100% Hockey to discuss his new book, Earned: The True Cost of Greatness from One of Hockey’s Fiercest Competitors, and reflect on his career both on and off the ice.Pronger shares the motivation behind writing the book, combining stories from his NHL career with lessons learned through adversity, including the personal challenges that shaped his journey.The conversation covers:• The story behind Earned: The True Cost of Greatness from One of Hockey’s Fiercest Competitors• Lessons from his playing career and life beyond hockey• Overcoming adversity and personal struggles• Leadership, pressure and growth at the highest level• His thoughts on the Stanley Cup playoffs and key matchups• His current focus outside of hockey operationsA candid and wide-ranging conversation with one of hockey’s most respected voices, offering insight into both the game and life beyond it.

Steve Staios, General Manager of the Ottawa Senators, joins John Shannon and Daren Millard on 100% Hockey following the team’s return to the Stanley Cup Playoffs.Staios discusses Ottawa’s season, highlighting the group’s resilience through injuries and adversity, and what it took for the team to secure a playoff spot.The conversation covers:• The Senators’ journey back to the playoffs• Overcoming injuries and depth challenges throughout the season• Contributions from key players and the role of coaching under Travis Green• The upcoming playoff matchup against Carolina• The potential for a Battle of Ontario and what it would mean• The competitive landscape in the Eastern Conference• Staios’s relationship with ownership and the direction of the organizationA look at how Ottawa got back to the playoffs and what lies ahead as they prepare for the postseason.

Scott Burnside joins John Shannon and Daren Millard on 100% Hockey to break down the end of the NHL regular season and look ahead to the Stanley Cup playoffs.The conversation covers the biggest storylines heading into the postseason, including teams facing pressure, potential matchups, and what could shape the playoff picture.Topics include:• Rick Bowness’ comments on the Columbus Blue Jackets and what it means moving forward• Teams under pressure heading into the playoffs• Potential matchups in the Eastern and Western Conferences• The Carolina Hurricanes as a consistently strong but under-recognized contender• Goaltending strategies and what matters most in the postseason• Hart Trophy candidates, including Connor McDavid, Nikita Kucherov and Nathan MacKinnon• Coaching changes and expectations around the leagueA wide-ranging conversation on the biggest storylines heading into the Stanley Cup playoffs.