Schaefer's Ridiculous Rookie Season + Utah's Interest in Thomas

·1 hr 16 min·5 clips

Matthew Schaefer makes NHL history as the first rookie defenseman to hit 20 goals before any other rookie.

The episode focuses on Matthew Schaefer's record-breaking rookie season with the New York Islanders, including analysis from guests on his impact and historical significance. It also covers NHL trade deadline speculation, playoff races for teams like the Oilers and Utah, and discussions on team building and player evaluations.

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A fast hockey-room snapshot of coaching change, trade talk, and the Oilers' defensive questions.

The FAN Hockey Show keeps this one moving. Jim Hiller is out in Los Angeles, DJ Smith steps in on an interim basis, and Robert Thomas is back in the lineup with trade talk still hanging around him.

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For a coach firing, Thomas's return, and deadline pressure, this one moves fast.

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