We recap NHL trade deadline day and highlight early fits like Nazem Kadri’s return to Colorado (bigger minutes, playing wing with Nathan MacKinnon) and Scott Laughton’s fast start with the LA Kings. We dig into Detroit’s major move: acquiring Justin Faulk from St. Louis for Justin Holl, Dmitri Buchelnikov, and unprotected 2026 first- and third-round picks, discussing Faulk’s first game usage, expected role, and how he stabilizes the Red Wings’ defense for a playoff push. We also react to the surprising John Carlson trade from Washington to Anaheim, including the conditional pick terms and concerns about how Carlson learned the news. Finally, we discuss the Maple Leafs moving Bobby McMann to Seattle for a 2027 second and 2026 fourth, and debate Craig Berube’s impact on Auston Matthews and the team’s direction.

⏰⏰Chapters⏰⏰

00:00 Trade Deadline Intro

01:19 Early Fits and Returns

01:59 Kadri Back in Colorado

04:01 Lawton Hits the Ground

05:35 Red Wings Land Faulk

06:36 Faulk Usage and Pairings

09:21 Playoff Impact and Value

13:23 Wings Schedule Outlook

16:03 More Deadline Moves

17:46 Carlson to Anaheim Shock

18:45 Carlson Trade Fallout

19:49 Playoff Bubble Reality

20:57 Extension Talks Breakdown

22:07 Anaheim Fit And Future

23:36 DraftKings Ad Break

25:00 Leafs Kraken McMann Deal

28:22 Leafs Rebuild And Blue Line

29:23 Berube Matthews Crisis

32:45 Front Office Pressure Cooker

35:55 Wrap Up And Final Word

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Mark Paul and Justin Baker delve into some of the most infamous trades in NHL history, sparked by the recent trade of Quinn Hughes from the Vancouver Canucks to the Minnesota Wild. They discuss several trades that altered the landscape of the league, from the shocking Wayne Gretzky trade to the Joe Thornton and Patrick Roy trades, examining the impacts and outcomes for the teams involved. The hosts also touch on recent trades, player performances, and the complex logistics behind some of these monumental decisions.

00:00 Introduction and Recent NHL Trade Discussion
02:33 Analyzing the Quinn Hughes Trade
10:41 Worst Trades in NHL History: An Overview
12:12 Recent Notable Trades: Forsberg and Hull
21:27 Goalie Trades: Luongo and Dipietro
24:11 Legendary Player Trades: Selanne and Thornton
30:43 Joe Thornton's Early Career and Criticisms
31:58 San Jose Sharks and Joe Thornton's Transformation
32:38 Boston Bruins' Perspective on the Thornton Trade
34:42 DraftKings Promotion
36:08 Marcus Naslund Trade Analysis
38:38 Alexei Yashin Trade to the Islanders
41:09 Mark Messier's Trade to the Rangers
45:19 Marcel Dionne's Trade to the LA Kings
47:46 Wayne Gretzky's Trade to the LA Kings
50:45 Additional Notable Trades and Final Thoughts

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Posting this episode late BUT we wanted to have a record of our predictions. Plus, you can listen now and see how well we are doing 2 weeks into the season!

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Note: This episode was posted late (our apologies). Posting here for predictions to be saved for future use.

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Chapter 1: The Honourable Mentions (00:00)

• Justin's "Just Missed" List: Claude Giroux, Brock Boeser (too inconsistent), and Bryan Rust.
• Mark's "Just Missed" List: Patrick Kane (ranked #26), Matthew Coronato, Conor Garland, and Timo Meier.

Chapter 2: Kicking Off the Countdown: #25-22 (04:08)

• Justin's Picks: #25 Troy Terry, #24 Drake Batherson, #23 Patrick Kane, #22 Gabe Vilardi.
• Mark's Picks: #25 Bryan Rust, #24 Alex Tuch, #23 Ricard Raquel, #22 Drake Batherson.

Chapter 3: Climbing the Ranks: #21-18 (11:37)

The first major disagreement of the episode emerges as the guys debate the true ranking of a Columbus Blue Jackets sniper.

• The Kirill Marchenko Debate: Justin has Marchenko at #21, expressing hesitation due to his one breakout year. Mark has him much higher at #13, citing his elite even-strength goal-scoring and consistent improvement.
• Justin's Other Picks: #20 Seth Jarvis, #19 Alex Tuch, #18 Martin Necas.
• Mark's Other Picks: #21 Valeri Nichushkin, #20 Andrei Svechnikov, #19 Seth Jarvis, #18 Martin Necas.

Chapter 4: The Middle of the Pack: #17-15 (22:01)

Mark and Justin find common ground in the mid-tier, agreeing on three players in the exact same order, including a dynamic duo from the Utah Mammoth.

• #17 Travis Konecny: The hosts agree on his ranking, praising his two-way game and role in Philadelphia.
• The Utah Duo: Both Mark and Justin have #16 Dylan Guenther and #15 JJ Peterka, discussing how their defensive development will be key to Utah's playoff hopes.

Chapter 5: High Ceilings & Top-10 Potential: #14-12 (28:19)

The debates heat up as the hosts discuss players on the cusp of the top 10, including a Canadiens star with 50-goal potential and a uniquely physical Capitals forward.

• Jordan Kyrou: Justin places him at #12, while Mark has him at #14.
• The Cole Caufield Debate: Justin is hesitant, placing him at #13. Mark has him in his top 10, seeing him as a future 50-goal scorer.
• Other players discussed: Tom Wilson (Justin #14) and Adrian Kempe (Mark #12).

Chapter 6: Cracking the Top 10: #11-9 (34:33)

The lists diverge significantly as the hosts make their cases for who belongs in the elite top 10.

• Mark Stone: Justin has the Vegas captain at #11 due to injuries. Mark places him higher at #8, calling him a "contender-making" player even if he only plays 55 games.
• Tom Wilson: Mark makes a passionate case for Wilson in his top 10 at #9 due to his one-of-a-kind impact.
• Lucas Raymond: In a surprise pick, Justin places the Red Wings forward at #9, projecting a near 100-point season and praising his defensive growth.

Chapter 7: The Elite Tier: #8-4 (41:26)

The hosts discuss the same group of elite players but shuffle the order based on playoff performance versus regular-season dominance.

• William Nylander: Both agree on him at #7.
• The Marner vs. Rantanen vs. Reinhart Debate:
  • Mark's Order: #6 Mitch Marner, #5 Sam Reinhart, #4 Mikko Rantanen. He knocks Marner for his playoff struggles.
  • Justin's Order: #6 Sam Reinhart, #5 Mikko Rantanen, #4 Mitch Marner. He argues Marner's elite two-way game places him higher.

Chapter 8: The Unquestionable Top 3 & Final Thoughts (50:15)

Mark and Justin align perfectly for the pinnacle of the right winger position, crowning the undisputed king and wrapping up the series.

• #3: David Pastrnak
• #2: Matthew Tkachuk
• #1: Nikita Kucherov

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In this episode of Overtime Hockey Talk, we dive into our much-anticipated list of the top 25 left wingers for the upcoming NHL season. We discuss our criteria for player rankings, the challenges of positional designations, and how recent performances and potential future impacts have influenced our choices. Key players like Clayton Keller, Alexander Ovechkin, Jason Robertson, and Kirill Kaprizov are analyzed in-depth, with arguments for their rankings in our lists. Join us for a thorough breakdown of elite talent and hockey insights.

01:51 Ranking the Top 25 Left Wingers
02:14 Challenges in Player Positioning
03:02 Sources and Methodology for Rankings
05:28 Just Missed the List
06:56 Top 25 Left Wingers: 25-21
16:19 Top 25 Left Wingers: 20-17
23:31 Top 25 Left Wingers: 16-13
32:39 Top 25 Left Wingers: 12-11
34:02 Ovechkin's Ranking Controversy
34:25 Washington's Season and Ovechkin's Future
35:41 Brandon Hagel's Unique Position
39:55 Philip Forsberg and Nashville's Prospects
41:08 Matt Boldy's Potential
44:01 Brady Tkachuk's Intangibles
45:02 Top 10 Left Wingers: Robertson and Hagel
48:57 Top 5 Left Wingers: Gensel and Keller
55:54 Top 3 Left Wingers: Connor, Panarin, and Kaprizov
01:03:38 Concluding Thoughts and Future Episodes

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In this episode of Overtime Hockey Talk, we dive into our ranking of the top 25 centers in the NHL. We recap our recent lists of top goalies and defenders, and then debate the criteria for ranking centers, considering positions and fantasy value. We discuss notable players who just missed the cut, including Robert Thomas and Mika Zibanejad, and then count down our top 25 centers. Discussions include analysis of Sidney Crosby’s potential trade value, Auston Matthews' health concerns, and the breakout potential of Connor Bedard and Jack Hughes. We also preview our upcoming episodes focusing on right and left wingers.

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00:00 Introduction and Overview
00:54 Criteria for Ranking Centers
05:16 Just Missed the List
07:09 Top 25 Centers: 25 to 21
13:57 Top 25 Centers: 20 to 16
19:31 Top 25 Centers: 15 to 11
27:14 Top 10 Centers: Mark Scheifele and Connor Bedard
30:17 Jack Hughes and Injury Concerns
31:10 Braden Point and Tampa Bay's Prospects
32:59 Austin Matthews: Talent and Health Issues
35:41 Jack Eichel's Potential Breakout
37:28 Sidney Crosby's Future and Trade Speculations
39:41 Top 4 Centers: Barkov, Draisaitl, McKinnon, and McDavid
47:48 Upcoming Episodes: Wingers and Team Breakdowns

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We discuss their top 25 NHL defensemen for the upcoming 2025-2026 season. The episode dives into various criteria for ranking, including fantasy value, team talent, and overall skill. We examine players like Chris Tanev, Lane Hudson, and Thomas Harley, debating their placement based on past performance and future potential. The episode concludes with the top 10 defensemen, highlighting notable names such as Adam Fox, Victor Hedman, and Rasmus Dahlin.

01:45 Criteria for Ranking Defensemen
05:17 Honorable Mentions and Just Missed
11:01 Young Guns in the Top 25
15:58 Mid-Tier Defensemen Rankings
18:20 Top 20 Defensemen and Beyond
31:02 Shea Theodore's Rise
34:15 Thomas Harley's Potential
39:42 Top 10 Defensemen
48:22 Rasmus Dahlin's High Ranking
56:24 Final Thoughts and Wrap-Up

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