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The DFO Rundown

The DFO Rundown

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Jason Gregor is joined by Jeff Marek on Monday's and Mike Rupp on Friday's to bring you the latest from around the hockey world with inside scoops, analysis, and debate.

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  • The All-Time American Scoring Race: Kane Nears Modano + Olympic Injury Replacements
    Jan 23 2026

    We started the show talking about Jackson Lacombe getting the call to Team USA for the Milan Olympics for the injured Seth Jones, was this the right call or should they have picked Lane Hutson or Adam Fox?


    On the USA topic, we discuss the best American players in NHL history and what the definition really means when it comes to American-born versus a player like Brett Hull who was Canadian-born but played for the States. This conversation comes up as Patrick Kane is inching closer to Mike Madano for the American-born scoring lead, but he still wouldn't pass Brett Hull for most NHL points by a deemed American skater. Is Patrick Kane the best American player and how do you compare forwards to defenders with players like Chris Chelios and Quinn Hughes potentially making cases?

    The difference in eras for the game of hockey, not only in points, but style of play and the hardships and expectations from players is always brought up when comparing players. How do you compare players from different eras given the advancement in training, nutrition, and more!

    The Buffalo Sabres had a statement win over division rivals, the Montreal Canadiens. After the Josh Doan signing should Jarmo continue his push to create a team poised for a future of playoff runs, starting with this season?


    Pat joins the show for Fill in the Blank:

    • If a Canadian defender goes down ____ is the replacement
    • ____ is a team that is not doing themselves any favours by winning TOO MUCH
    • ____ takes home the Art Ross


    The Rocket race is becoming a run away for Nathan MacKinnon as the only guy on pace for 50 goals. With 50-goal scorers becoming a rarity in the league, is this bad for the game?


    The Nashville Predators sit one point out of the last wildcard spot in the West. Steven Stamkos had a hat-trick last night and is on pace for just under 40 goals. If the Predators sell Stamkos should be a sought after piece for a contender.


    We wrap up the show with some more Olympic injury news and rumours from Sweden, Canada, and the USA.


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    56 mins
  • Insider Edition: SEA shopping Wright? VGK selling a stake, and interview with Utah GM Bill Armstrong
    Jan 21 2026

    Utah Mammoth General Manager Bill Armstrong joins the show today! He shares his excitement with the Mammoth on and off the ice, including arena renovations, the 2027 Winter Classic, and building a roster to compete for the long run. Irf and David also take a look around the league, checking in on Shane Wright in Seattle and breaking some business news out of Vegas.


    Meet our insiders: Irfaan Gaffar of Daily Faceoff, Canucks Army, & Rink Wide Vancouver is joined by David Pagnotta of The Fourth Period, SiriusXM NHL, and NHL Network. They look around the NHL, reacting to the week's news and digging into the contracts, trades, and moves that are still on the horizon.


    0:00 - Intro

    0:30 - Los Angeles Kings

    3:30 - Kings might look at Vancouver for forward help

    4:40 - Shane Wright's future in Seattle

    6:48 - Utah Mammoth

    9:07 - Utah GM Bill Armstrong

    12:18 - Ownership in Utah

    16:56 - Improving the Mammoth roster

    18:59 - Pending free agents in Utah

    20:58 - 2027 Winter Classic

    22:48 - Utah recap

    24:55 - Minnesota Wild

    27:54 - Vegas Golden Knights selling a stake in franchise

    29:40 - Winnipeg Jets

    31:45 - bet365 pick of the week

    32:31 - Marner's return to Toronto




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  • Andersson to Vegas, Sherwood to SJ & A Huge Goalie Fight
    Jan 20 2026

    Welcome to the DFO Rundown with Jason Gregor and Jeff Marek


    Welcome back to the DFO Rundown! On today’s episode, we break down one of the wildest goalie fights of the season, react to major NHL trades, and analyze the biggest storylines shaking up the league.


    We start with the Bobrovsky vs. Nedeljkovic fight, then dive into Florida’s struggles, Toews returning to Chicago, and the Devils’ injury issues. From there, we cover the Sherwood trade to San Jose, the Andersson trade to Vegas, and what it means for the Pacific Division.


    We also discuss Alex Tuch’s future, Artemi Panarin and the Rangers, and finish with our Buy or Sell segment (powered by Bet365) before breaking down the Ottawa Senators’ situation.


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    1 hr and 1 min
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