CanesCast

A first-round matchup against the Islanders awaits. Who and what will be the keys? Shane and Mike discuss, and also look back on the 82 games that were.

Another Svechnikov lacrosse goal? Another Svechnikov lacrosse goal. That, plus a discussion of Seth Jarvis reaching the 30-goal mark as Scott Burnside joins the show. The fellas also get into the season thus far, how the Canes changed the perception around the league under Rod Brind'Amour, and more.

Are the Canes at their best as they close in on the playoffs? The fellas try and answer that, plus elaborate on how hard it is to make the postseason six years in a row.

We're in the final stretch of the regular season. How do the analytics say a team played well, but the team still lost? Plus, a reminder that the people who play the game are human.

Shane and Mike discuss the trade deadline and what the Canes did with it now that it's come and gone. Plus, the two chew over the importance of home ice advantage, and of course, they get to your questions.

Friday's 3 p.m. ET trade deadline is rapidly approaching. Shane and Mike go over what the next few days are like for both players and teams and how a break in the schedule was good for the Canes given their upcoming schedule. Plus, they answer your questions, of course.

The Canes are on a heck of a run as of late. Spencer Martin has made a significant impact since joining the club, but what does that mean for the goaltending situation as a whole? Plus, the two discuss how balance has played an important role in the team's scoring.

The All-Star break is in the rear-view and now the sprint to the end of the regular season is underway. The Canes are going to need everybody, so how valuable are contributions up and down the lineup, as opposed to having just one line? Shane and Mike also look at the current playoff format versus a change, and the two also examine questions from you about the March 8 trade deadline.

The Canes Moms got to witness their boys pick up two important wins over the last two days. Shane and Mike discuss the importance of an in-season event like this, before going on to discuss Spencer Martin and Sebastian Aho's chance to jump to league superstar at next week's All-Star festivities.

The Canes have passed the midway point of the regular season. How do the guys stay ready for the grind of all 82 games? How will they stay sharp through the All-Star break? For those questions, the guys bring in Strength & Conditioning Coach Bill Burniston. The guys also discuss what they've liked about the first half and the value of leadership in the locker room.

The Canes are finally home for a while after spending the majority of the start of their season on the road. How beneficial is that and what's allowed Sebastian Aho and Andrei Svechnikov so hot? Plus, the guys talk Pyotr Kochektov and Monday's upcoming Hall of Fame game.

Why are the special teams red-hot all of a sudden? Can Sebastian Aho and Andrei Svechnikov keep this current pace going? Shane and Mike answer those, plus discuss the physical play around the league. And, as always, they take your questions.

Fresh off of a complete win over Vegas, the Canes have points in five straight games. What's been working? What's going on when things look like they aren't working? The guys answer those, plus take a look at the goaltending situation.

There have been challenges for the Canes to start the season, but what's been going right? Shane and Mike discuss that as well as assess if there are any legitimate concerns as the team closes in on the quarter mark of the season.

The Canes are 9-7 through 16 games. Why? Shane and Mike break down Wednesday's loss to Philadelphia, respond to your panic-filled questions, and ask, how much pumpkin pie is too much?

Why have the Canes been so good in overtime? What is it that makes Sebastian Aho and Martin Necas so dynamic during three-on-three play? The guys answer those, plus look at the goaltending situation with Frederik Andersen out of the picture.

The Canes are winners of three in a row! Shane and Mike discuss, as well as how the return of Andrei Svechnikov has played a role in that. Plus, the guys get into the serious issues of gambling in the NHL and the recent tragic loss of Adam Johnson.

Mike is finally back in Raleigh and there's lots to discuss. He and Shane chat about the start to the team's season, Justin Williams being this year's inductee into the team's Hall of Fame, and of course, tackle your questions.

Hanna Yates joins Shane and Mike as the trio gets you set for Opening Night! In addition to the season ahead, they discuss what really goes on behind the scenes of each broadcast, and plus, they get to your questions.

The preseason is just about over, what have we learned? Shane and Mike answer that, plus delve into specifics about the power play. Why doesn't the quarterback always have to have the ball? Plus, of course, they get to your questions.

Should Jordan Staal get more consideration for the Selke Trophy? Shane and Mike discuss and also dive into preseason thus far, including the special moment that was Rod Brind'Amour versus Skyler Brind'Amour at PNC Arena.

Shane and Mike are back to discuss the first few days or training camp! The fellas chat about the differences between young players and established players this time of year, plus, why you shouldn't worry about Carolina not having an American Hockey League affiliate this season.

The guys examine the offseason of the other teams in the Metropolitan Division, and what that means for the Canes. On top of that, they open the rule book, taking a look at questions you asked regarding what you'd like to see changed or wiped off the books completely.

Shane and Mike go over the Canes' offseason moves, discuss the mindset of the new players coming into town, and elaborate on why the team's system will keep them engaged for 82 games and beyond. Plus, of course, they tackle your questions.

Head Strength and Conditioning Coach Bill Burniston joins the guys to talk about the offseason and how players are preparing for the year ahead. The crew also talks about the raised expectations for the Canes, being the odds-on favorite and why it's a validation of where the organization is.

Shane and Mike talk about the value of Sebastian Aho, his new deal, and what it means for the Hurricanes. Plus, the guys talk about the return of Tony DeAngelo and why this move is a fit for the team.

The Canes landed Dmitry Orlov and Michael Bunting on the first day of free agency. How do they fit? What are they bringing to the team? The guys also chat about the returning players, why it pays for teams to wait announce signings until they're officially complete, and when it's the right time to be feisty.

From the Jordan Staal signing to the draft to free agency, the fellas cover it all in this week's episode!

Assistant General Manager Darren Yorke joins the program ahead of this month's NHL Draft! The guys talk about the process of the event, discuss prospects, and more.

Scott Burnside joins Mike and Shane as the trio wraps up the playoff and the Canes' 2022-23 season as a whole. After dissecting what transpired in the Eastern Conference Final, find out why they think it will be an interesting offseason for the team.

Shane and Mike preview the Eastern Conference Final, explain why the Canes' calm demeanor will serve them well against the Panthers, and why the long layoff won't impact this series the way people think. Plus, how the roster of the Canes is made for success no matter the combination, and why Rod Brind'Amour is on the very short list of best coaches in the league.

Second-round series talk? You got it. From Jordan Martinook’s MVP turn to the goaltending and why the national coverage of the Canes is what it is.

The guys recap the series win that was over the New York Islanders, and look ahead to what should be a fast-paced matchup against the New Jersey Devils.

Nothing comes easy this time of year. Shane and Mike discuss the first five games of the series between the Canes and Islanders so far, plus, what it will take to win Game 6. Thanks to the two-day break in the action, the guys have time to answer a bunch of your questions as well.

Shane and Mike discuss the first two games of the Canes' series with the Islanders. What is the proper response when a team starts shenanigans and what should you expect on Long Island?

Shane and Mike take a look back on the 82-game regular season that was. Who was the MVP in their eyes? Then, they look ahead to Round One against the Islanders. Plus, they answer all of your questions. All of them.

Shane and Mike talk with Scott Burnside about the Canes reaching the 100-point mark again and clinching a fifth straight playoff appearance. The crew also delves into how the Canes have had consistent play all season long and then of course, take your questions.

Hurricanes Assistant Coach Jeff Daniels joins the show to talk about helping new players learn the systems in-season and the big changes in the NHL over the last few seasons. Plus, Shane and Mike go over the Canes last few games, discuss the importance of the win over Winnipeg, and why the sum is always greater than the parts...

Shane and Mike go over the trade deadline with Scott Burnside. Who improved the most? Can you make too many moves? When can you really determine who won a trade? Also, lots of questions and insights on carpentry.

Shane, Mike and Scott Burnside look back on the Stadium Series weekend for the Canes. From the game to how Raleigh showed out and what that effort can do for the Canes. Also, with the trade deadline approaching, they discuss what role the team may have.

It's a massive seven-day stretch in Canes land, including Cam Ward being inducted into the team's Hall of Fame on Thursday. Plus, Steve Mayer, Chief Content Officer & Executive Vice President for the NHL, joins the show to talk about the Stadium Series and all of the events that come with it. Then, of course, the fellas round out the show with questions from the fans.

Shane and Mike discuss Andrei Svechnikov's All-Star weekend, plus encourage you to not worry about the Canes' roster and the upcoming trade deadline just yet...

Rod Brind'Amour joins the show to offer his thoughts on how the NHL can improve, plus helping officials and the flow of the game. Beyond that, the crew gets into what has made the Canes so special this year, and, of course, takes some questions for you as we get ready for the All-Star Break.

Scott Burnside is in-studio this week and the fellas have a lot to break down. The crew gets into the reassignment of Pyotr Kochetkov, the trades that you *don't* make, the Canes All-Stars, and what makes the unit tick...

Scott Burnside joins Shane and Mike and they go over the Canes play as of late. Why is no lead in the NHL safe anymore? The trio also discusses the impact of Max Pacioretty in the lineup and the marathon that is the 82-game season. The crew rounds it out by taking some of your questions and one friendly reminder...

Max Pacioretty's much-anticipated debut has finally come and gone, and the guys dissect the 67-shot performance against Nashville. They also get into the news of Andrei Svechnikov being announced as an NHL All-Star, plus, of course, answer a few of your questions!

Mike and Shane are back for the final episode of 2022! With points in 15 consecutive games, the guys go over what's gone right, who has caught there eye, address the goaltending situation (EBUGs included) and look at the landscape of the league.

Shane and Mike talk about the reasons for the Canes consistency on the road, how being home can really help players deal with the grind of the schedule, and the difference opportunity can make for a player's career. Plus, a question or two from the listeners as well!

Scott Burnside joins Shane and Mike as the Canes arrive at the 33% mark of their regular season schedule. The trio discuss Pyotr Kocetkov, the goaltending situation and how the team can sustain their success on the road. Plus, they answer your questions. Like, a lot of them.

Shane and Mike talk about how good Jordan Staal's line has been, whether they think Andrei Svechnikov can keep up his goal scoring, Pyotr The Great and some of the special teams concerns surrounding the Canes.

The Canes are officially 13 games into the 2022-23 regular season. Mike and Shane talk scoring chances, offer their thoughts on any concerns they have and look ahead to the rest of the November schedule.

The Canes are 6-2-1 through the first calendar month of the 2022-23 regular season. Mike, Shane and Scott Burnside reflect on the start thus far, including the stellar performances of Martin Necas, how Brent Burns has fit in and what comes next for the club.

After 13 days out west, the fellas are back! Mike and Shane recap the lengthy stay away and then they're joined by Goaltending Coach Paul Schonfelder for a special in-depth conversation.

Assistant Coach Tim Gleason joins the show to talk about the team's expectations for the upcoming year and what he's looking for from the blue line. Plus, Scott Burnside chimes in with where he sees the Canes fitting in the NHL landscape!

Preseason play is over and done with! Mike and Shane look back on the team's 4-1 exhibition slate, offer their thoughts on what stood out to them and play "Take It Or Leave It" with some regular season predictions.

After several days of practices in Training Camp, preseason action is finally here. Mike and Shane discuss the performances of newcomers Dylan Coghlan and Paul Stastny, plus delve into the competition for the final roster spots.

Training Camp is officially here! Mike and Shane share their excitement about the upcoming campaign and they introduce you to the newest member of the Bally Sports South Canes broadcast crew, Hanna Yates.

The new head coach of the Chicago Wolves, Brock Sheahan, joins the show! Mike and Shane get to know him ahead of his first season leading the Canes AHL affiliate, plus, the guys talk about jersey advertisements making their way to the NHL.

It appears to be rankings season around the NHL. Mike and Shane present their cases on why they agree or disagree with where certain Canes players have landed on some lists and they also touch on the upcoming Prospect Showcase.

The Prospects Tournament and Training Camp are just around the corner, which means it is time for the guys to take one final look back on the offseason. Scott Burnside joins the show as the guys assess all of the moves made, including those for other teams in the Metropolitan Division.

Max Pacioretty's unfortunate injury, the signing of Paul Stastny, a new head coach in Chicago (AHL) - there's no shortage of things for the fellas to discuss as Mike returns from the beach. Plus, as always, there's time for some questions from you, the listeners!

The offseason is all about getting better, for players at any level. In this week's episode, Mike and Shane talk about what it takes to develop as a player, the skills that are important at all ages and take questions from the class.

Ethan Bear is officially re-signed and the Canes have bolstered their depth once again with the signings of Ryan Dzingel, William Lagesson and Stelio Mattheos within the last week. What do the fellas have to say about them and what does it mean for the blueprint of the team? How does it stack up against the framework of other competitors around the league?

Brent Burns and Max Pacioretty are Carolina Hurricanes! Mike and Shane break down a wild last week in Canes land, which included the draft, Development Camp, the opening of free agency and of course the two massive trades that took the team's roster to another level.

It's already been a busy week for the NHL, with the regular season schedule being released and the draft taking place Thursday and Friday in Montreal. Mike Maniscalco and Shane Willis have you covered on both topics in the latest edition of the show!

Rod Brind'Amour passed on by the Hockey Hall of Fame again? Mike and Shane offer their thoughts on the situation, discuss the coaching carousel around the league and revisit some questions from last week's lost episode.

The Chicago Wolves are headed to the Calder Cup Finals! Mike and Shane discuss why it really does matter for the future of the Canes and who to keep an eye on as the team enters their final series in pursuit of a championship.

The season is over, now what? Strength & Conditioning Coach Bill Burniston talks nutrition, fitness and summer routines for the team, while also explaining from his point of view why what happens between now and September is just as important to the success of the Carolina Hurricanes.

Mike Maniscalco, Shane Willis and Scott Burnside talk about the season coming to an end unfortunately to soon, how and why things went down and what's next for the team. Plus, of course, they answer questions from the listeners.

The Canes and Rangers are back in Raleigh with the series tied at 2-2. Mike and Shane share their thoughts on the first four games of the series, plus Scott Burnside offers his insight on what he's made of things...

Mike and Shane are BACK! The duo looks back on the seven-game Round One victory over Boston, previews what's to come against New York and is joined by Scott Burnside for the best of both worlds.

A successful five days in New York and New Jersey, the emergence of Pyotr Kochetkov and looking ahead to the Stanley Cup Playoffs. Scott Burnside joins Mike and Shane to break it all down as the Carolina Hurricanes round out the final few days of their regular season.

Following a two-game trip to Colorado and Arizona, Mike and Shane break down the pair of contests and the aftermath from them. Do the injuries to Jordan Staal and Frederik Andersen concern them? Are they worried about the last six weeks as a whole? They also discuss the arrival of Pyotr Kochetkov and answer a few questions from listeners to round out the show.

Is anybody hotter than Jordan Staal? How about the run Seth Jarvis is on? Mike and Shane chat about those questions, as well as the importance of winning the division and Tuesday's victory over New York in this week's edition of the show.

Mike and Shane touch on the team's game in Buffalo on Tuesday, discuss the parity of the NHL and also take a look at some of the other big happenings from around the league.

Mike and Shane cover a lot of ground in this week's episode, talking about everything from the team's focus in the final month of the regular season to touching on Jesperi Kotkaniemi's injury. Plus, they answer questions from the listeners, of course.

Mike and Shane are joined by Scott Burnside to break down the 2022 NHL Trade Deadline. They start by covering the move that brought Max Domi to Raleigh and then take a look around the rest of the league, before circling back to talk about the eight-year contract extension for Jesperi Kotkaniemi.

Sebastian Aho and Teuvo Teravainen recently made some franchise history, teaming up to contribute points on 172 goals - the most by any duo to ever wear Whalers or Canes jerseys. Mike and Shane touch on the chemistry that the two have, plus talk about the upcoming trade deadline and take some questions from listeners...

Canes Head Strength & Conditioning Coach Bill Burniston and Special Contributor Scott Burnside both join the program this week, as Mike and Shane talk about the off-ice side of things with "Billy" and then analyze the on-ice portion with the longtime hockey scribe. Then the show wraps up with some questions from the listeners, as always!

The NHL trade deadline is now just a month away, so Mike Maniscalco and Shane Willis discuss some of the trades that have happened and what could happen for the Canes. What do the Canes need? How do you classify a need? Plus, they answer a couple of questions from listeners and discuss milestones to wrap up the show.

Mike Maniscalco and Shane Willis cover a lot of ground in this week's edition of the show, talking about the announcement of the outdoor game, recapping the All-Star Game and looking at what's next for the Canes.

Mike Maniscalco and Shane Willis are joined by a pair of guests for the 200th edition of the show. First, Hurricanes special contributor Scott Burnside jumps aboard to discuss the team's recent stretch of successful play and the interesting dynamic between players and the media in the pandemic world. Then, Pat Pickens, author of "The Whalers: The Rise, Fall, and Enduring Mystique of New England's (Second) Greatest Sports Franchise", comes on to chat about the impending Whalers Night, which is Saturday, January 29.

The show starts off the new calendar year with a special guest, as Canes forward Steven Lorentz joins the program. Plus, Mike and Shane look back on the team's spectacular victory in Columbus and take a few questions as well.

Mike Maniscalco and Shane Willis are back for one final time in 2021, discussing the team's recent ten day stretch around the holidays, the fact that NHL players will not participate in the Olympics and answering a few questions from the fans.

Mike Maniscalco and Shane Willis are back for another edition of CanesCast, discussing the hectic past few days for the team. The duo starts with the challenges faced even getting to play against to Detroit and then winning the game, then rewinding to discuss Jaccob Slavin's dominant four games in Canada and then concluding with a newly-developed pyramid scheme by Shane.

In the latest episode of Canes Cast, Mike and Shane discuss the first quarter of the season, dissect the power play and look at the current state of the lineup. Special guest star Scott Burnside joins the show. Mike and Shane field questions from fans.

The Hurricanes are off to a 10-1-0 start, Shane and Mike go over the teams performance in Florida and Tampa. How the OT win against the Lightning says a lot about this team this early in the season. Shane gives some insight into the grind of playing 82 games and answer a lot of your questions on the road ahead.

This week on CanesCast, Shane and Mike break down the Canes 9-0-0 start, what to take out of the last two games while looking forward to two big games in the Sunshine State. Also discussed: why Seth Jarvis is making things difficult and why that’s a good thing, which player from the NHL’s past does Sebastian Aho remind the guys of and what does having the NHL Third Star of the month do for team confidence.

Scott Burnside joins Shane and Mike to discuss the Canes 5-0-0 start, Frederik Andersen settling into Carolina, what lies ahead and national attention. Plus a few more topics around the NHL. Also, Scott will also be contributing to Hurricanes.com and CanesCast all season long so grab a Storm Brew and give this one a listen.

In this episode, Shane and Mike discuss what they liked from the Hurricanes' 2-0-0 start. Jesperi Kotkaniemi is set to say bonjour to Montréal in his first trip back to his former team - what can fans expect from that? Also discussed: realistic goal paces for players that are off to hot starts and Shane takes us into the locker room between periods. C'est Magnifique.

Shane and Mike preview the Canes home opener against the New York Islanders. What can you expect from this Carolina team? How does the home team have a disadvantage in the first game of the season? What are the new players thinking and how do the veterans feel now that camp is over? Find out in the latest episode of Canes Cast!

Shane and Mike take a look at the Canes first two preseason games and discuss standout players and what to watch for in the final two games. With all the new faces on the team this year, how will team chemistry impact the on-ice performance?

On the eve of training camp, Shane and Mike go over how the Metro Division stacks up this year, the impact of Tim Gleason moving behind the bench as an assistant coach in charge of the defense, how leadership takes many forms for NHL teams and grab your marshmallows as Shane tells a story around the training camp fire.

Shane and Mike discuss the training camp approach for both rookies and veterans, how to survive the physical testing at camp, what to look for in exhibition games and under-the-radar players to keep an eye on this preseason.

CanesCast gets a new co-host but a familiar voice in Shane Willis. Shane and Mike Maniscalco discuss the addition of Jesperi Kotkaniemi and how the lines could look for Rod Brind’Amour's squad. Also covered: why offer sheets are a good thing when used correctly, the NHL and the Olympics, how the Canes stack up in the Metro and what the players are doing leading up to camp.

Gather round for a truly epic podcast production. It's Michael Smith's swan song, as his decade-long tenure with the Canes comes to an end. To celebrate, we welcome in a cavalcade of guest stars and share never-before-heard tales, plenty of laughs and a few tears. Thank you, and moi moi.

Everything is happening! Mike and Michael recap a frenzied two weeks, from the Expansion Draft to a record-setting NHL Draft to a roster reconstruction in free agency. There will be lots of new faces in Raleigh come Opening Night – here's how and why the Canes retooled their group from the net out.

Happy draft week! After the Expansion Draft on Wednesday comes the 2021 NHL Draft on Friday and Saturday. The Canes own the 27th overall selection plus seven more picks in the virtual event. Assistant General Manager Darren Yorke previews the draft, explains how the pandemic changed the team's scouting process and explores what attributes in a prospect the Canes hone in on.

Assistant General Manager Eric Tulsky brings his smarts and insights to CanesCast, which immediately boosts the combined IQ of the pod. Tulsky discusses how the Canes are preparing for the upcoming Expansion Draft and assesses the wide-ranging impacts of a flat salary cap. We also learn more about Tulsky's background, his foray into hockey and the Canes' talented analytics team.