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We’re back for Season 3! Stuart sits down with Toronto sports creator James Price (@jamesprice) for an unfiltered look across Edmonton and Toronto sports.

We dive deep into the heated Oilers goaltending debate (Devin Levi, Connor Ingram's retirement, Freddie Andersen's timeline), Connor Hellebuyck holdout drama, and Mike Babcock taking over behind the bench in Edmonton.

Plus, we cover Toronto sports chaos—including Vlad Guerrero Jr.'s controversial comments, Kawhi Leonard’s return to the Raptors, and the Maple Leafs' roster overhaul (the Matthew Knies for Kirill Marchenko trade, Gavin McKenna's NHL transition, and scrapping team dress codes).

Stick around for a rapid-fire word association game featuring takes on McDavid, Hellebuyck, Bettman, Marner, and more!

In This Episode:

• 00:00 – Season 3 Kickoff & Benchclearers Sponsor Spotlight

• 02:15 – Blue Jays' Slump & Vlad Jr.'s Contract Comments

• 06:30 – Kawhi Leonard Returns to the Raptors: Hopes vs. Injury Risks

• 10:45 – Gavin McKenna's First 3 Games & NHL Adjustment

• 14:20 – Matthew Knies for Kirill Marchenko Trade Breakdown

• 18:10 – Leafs Culture Check: Scrapping Suits & On-Ice Drama

• 23:00 – Oilers Goalie Debate: Levi, Ingram's Retirement & Andersen

• 27:45 – Connor Hellebuyck Trade Speculation & Holdout Drama

• 31:10 – John Chayka in Toronto & Mike Babcock in Edmonton

• 35:00 – Mitch Marner's Exit & Toronto Fan Pressure

• 38:30 – Content Creation: Streaming Sports on TikTok & YouTube

• 42:15 – Rapid-Fire Word Association (McDavid, Hellebuyck, Marner & More!)

  
  

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Season 2 ends with absolute fireworks! Former NHL enforcer Kurtis Gabriel joins No Pucks Given for our Season 2 Finale, and things get intense before the intro even wraps up.

Kurtis comes in hot, calling us out over previous comments and forcing an immediate clash right out of the gate. Once the initial dust settles, we go head-to-head on one of the most talked-about topics in hockey: Evander Kane. Kurtis breaks down the behind-the-scenes reality from his perspective, while we stand our ground on Kane's impact in Edmonton.

Plus, Kurtis holds nothing back on the Edmonton Oilers, dropping a bold take on why they won't win a Stanley Cup.

Finally, Kurtis shifts gears to talk life after hockey, unpacking his "We Are One" philosophy and his current work as a mental health coach.

Thank you for an incredible Season 2! Like, subscribe, and get ready—Season 3 is right around the corner.

Kurtis Gabriel is coming for Evander Kane—and it’s time to set the record straight. In Season 2, Episode 14 of No Pucks Given, we break down the latest Gabriel vs. Kane media war, why Evander is being unfairly targeted, and what the real story is behind the headlines. Plus, we dive into massive roster shifts, trade demands, and host changes around the Edmonton Oilers and across the NHL.

In This Episode:

• Evander Kane vs. Kurtis Gabriel: Deconstructing Gabriel's comments, calling out the noise, and standing up for Evander.

• Oilers Broadcast Shakeup: Tony Brar bids farewell—is Paige Martin set to take over as the next Oilers team host?

• Connor Hellebuyck Trade Blockbuster: Analyzing his request to leave, his no-move clause, and which teams he's willing to waive for.

• Evander Kane's Free Agency: Where does he land? Are the Oilers still in play or are other contenders making moves?

• Vladimir Tarasenko Target: The Oilers missed him in the offseason, but is he still a realistic trade target down the line?

• Dylan Larkin Trade Rumors: Breaking down Larkin's desire to leave Detroit and what a package would cost.

• The McDavid Toronto Rumors: Lauren McDavid selling Maple Leafs gear—innocent merchandise venture or a sign Connor is looking east?

• Oilers Netminders Under Pressure: How Edmonton handles the crease with Frederik Andersen sidelined for the first month.

• Mike Babcock & Trent Frederic: Can Babcock unlock Frederic's full potential this season?

• The Connor Clattenburg Campaign: Why Clattenburg has earned a full-time spot on the Oilers' roster.

• Savoie & Flames Outlook: Matt Savoie's injury impact, plus Calgary's goaltending tandem in their final run at the Saddledome.

  
  

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