Show Notes
Dylan Larkin's ten team trade list has been leaked, with the guys ranking what teams best fit Larkin's style of play. Brady Tkachuk prepares to return to Ottawa tonight to face his former team in front of an amped up Senators crowd, and the guys look back on impressive performances from the Islanders, Devils, Kraken, Sharks and Oilers from a busy Tuesday night in the NHL.
Host: Sean Gentille & Thomas Drance With: Frank Corrado Executive Producer: Chris Flannery Producer: Jeff Domet
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