Olympic hockey talk that folds neatly into a Vegas cap problem.
This episode keeps its focus on Olympic hockey and a Golden Knights cap puzzle, with Team Canada framed as the favorite and the U.S. men's side noted for its higher salaries.

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Daily VGK heat from Las Vegas.
Locked On Golden Knights is a weekday VGK show built around immediate reaction and local hockey debate. Its episodes move from game recaps and playoff math to coaching decisions, roster usage, trades, and the recurring Friday chaos around fan opinion.
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Locked On Golden Knights follows the Vegas Golden Knights with the urgency of a team-specific daily show. It stays close to the schedule. A win over Winnipeg becomes a Jack Eichel four-point conversation, a comeback in Detroit becomes a possible turning point, and a loss to Utah becomes a full inspection of the goaltending decision that put Adin Hill in net. The show’s center of gravity is practical hockey pressure. Points matter. Tiebreakers matter. Pacific Division positioning, home ice, playoff cut lines, and back-to-back scheduling all get treated as live variables rather than background noise. Recent episodes lean heavily into the coaching story around John Tortorella replacing Bruce Cassidy, with repeated attention to pace, confidence, practice habits, and whether the team has changed enough down the stretch. It is not a quiet room. The hosts argue through management choices, contract narratives, fan polls, and the emotional afterlife of Jonathan Marchessault’s exit. Kelly McCrimmon’s version of events is weighed against Marchessault’s, and the disagreement becomes a window into how divided the fan base can get. The show also has a lighter local streak, with Vegas references, sports-network mentions, collectible talk, and recurring jokes around Friday segments. Then it snaps back to hockey. Edmonton previews, Seattle clinch scenarios, Washington and Pittsburgh road stops, Wild playoff closure, and possible trade moves all pass through the same VGK-first lens. Player names recur because the show is tracking consequences: Jack Eichel driving offense, Noah Hannafin among Olympic returnees, Adin Hill’s workload, and the possible contributions from Mitch Marner and Rasmus Anderson. Its pace is built for fans already invested in the Golden Knights’ daily temperature. The analysis can be statistical, conversational, skeptical, and openly reactive. That mix is the point. Locked On Golden Knights serves the fan who wants the standings, the argument, and the mood around VGK before the next puck drop.
Made for: Built for Vegas Golden Knights fans who follow the standings, roster moves, coaching decisions, and day-to-day mood around the team. It especially suits listeners who want local reaction soon after games and before the next matchup.
What sets it apart: The show pairs immediate VGK game analysis with a loose, argumentative Las Vegas sports-show rhythm. Its strongest lane is turning every result, coaching choice, and front-office dispute into a daily fan conversation.
Locked On Golden Knights podcast is the daily podcast that drops the puck and keeps you ahead of the game and the first to know the latest news, analysis, and insider info for the Las Vegas Golden Knights and the National Hockey League. Hosted by longtime Las Vegas sportscaster Tony Cordasco and Chris Gawlik, the Locked On Golden Knights Podcast provides your daily Knights fix with expert opinions, local analysis, and coverage of all aspects of the Golden Knights franchise from right here in Sin City. Locked On Golden Knights takes you beyond the ice for the inside scoops on the biggest stories from within the Golden Knights locker room and all over the NHL. The Locked On Golden Knights podc…
Based on 6 episodes we listened to · September 2026
It makes Golden Knights roster decisions, salary cap pressure, and organizational disputes clear through pointed, conversational hockey analysis.
Tony Cordasco and Chris Gawlik turn Vegas Golden Knights coverage into a running argument about what the club is doing and whether its explanations hold up.
One disputed Marchessault contract offer, and suddenly your group chat has a case file.
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Olympic hockey talk that folds neatly into a Vegas cap problem.
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This episode discusses the Olympic hockey quarterfinals, featuring NHL stars like Mitch Marner and Sidney Crosby, and debates the impact of NHL players in the Olympics.
The Vegas Golden Knights secured a 4-0 shutout victory over the Chicago Blackhawks, with Pavel Dorofeyev's hot streak and team momentum highlighted as they head into the stretch run.
This episode discusses the Vegas Golden Knights' sudden firing of head coach Bruce Cassidy and his replacement by John Tortorella, analyzing the reasons behind the change and its potential impact on the team's playoff chances.
This episode discusses the Vegas Golden Knights' upcoming road games, focusing on tonight's matchup in Washington where five Olympians are returning to the lineup.
This episode discusses the Vegas Golden Knights' 6-2 victory over the Pittsburgh Penguins, highlighting Mark Stone's return and Nicolas Roy's performance, while analyzing the team's playoff positioning and upcoming games.
This episode discusses the Vegas Golden Knights returning to practice with a depleted roster due to injuries and Olympic absences, previews upcoming NHL and Olympic hockey events, and includes sponsor promotions.
This episode previews the Vegas Golden Knights' crucial four-game homestand, starting with a rematch against the Pittsburgh Penguins, as they aim to snap a losing streak and improve their playoff positioning.
The Vegas Golden Knights suffer a 4-3 overtime loss to the Edmonton Oilers, extending Edmonton's dominance in their recent matchups and impacting the battle for home ice advantage.
This episode previews the Vegas Golden Knights' upcoming NHL game against the hot Dallas Stars, discussing what Vegas needs to do to win and including betting insights.
This episode discusses the likely absence of five Vegas Golden Knights players from the Olympic gold medal game for their upcoming Wednesday contest in Los Angeles, with updates on team practices and potential outdoor game venues.
This episode recaps the Vegas Golden Knights' recent loss to the Edmonton Oilers, analyzing team struggles and upcoming media discussions.
This episode analyzes the Olympic women's hockey gold medal game, focusing on USA's dominance and whether Team Canada led by Marie-Philip Poulin can pull off an upset.
This episode analyzes the Vegas Golden Knights' 4-1 loss to the Winnipeg Jets, focusing on turnovers and scoring issues that doomed the team.
This episode recaps the Vegas Golden Knights' dramatic overtime comeback win in Detroit, analyzing its potential as a season-shifting moment and discussing upcoming trade deadline moves.
This episode discusses Jack Eichel and Mark Stone's performances in Olympic hockey, the Vegas Golden Knights' players, and debates NHL participation in the Olympics following Kevin Fiala's injury.
This episode recaps Team USA's dramatic overtime gold medal victory in hockey, ending a 46-year drought, with analysis of Vegas Golden Knights players' performances in the tournament.
This episode of the Lockdown NHL Olympic Squad Show discusses the ongoing Olympic hockey tournament, focusing on Finland's victory over Sweden with goalie Juuse Saros's performance.
This episode analyzes the Vegas Golden Knights' recent struggles, recapping their 3-2 loss to Buffalo and previewing their upcoming game against Detroit.
This episode analyzes the Vegas Golden Knights' crucial victory over the Dallas Stars, focusing on misfit Riley Smith's game-winning goal and his recent absence from the lineup.
This episode recaps Olympic hockey performances by Vegas Golden Knights players like Jack Eichel, Mitch Marner, and Mark Stone, and previews upcoming weekend action.
This episode discusses the upcoming Vegas Golden Knights game in Buffalo, where Jack Eichel might face boos from resentful fans despite a pregame ceremony celebrating his Olympic gold medal with Tage Thompson.
This episode discusses the upcoming men's Olympic hockey gold medal game between Canada and the United States, analyzing how both teams reached the final and their performances.
This episode previews the USA men's hockey team's quest for an Olympic gold medal, discussing potential matchups with Canada and the momentum from the women's team's victory.
This episode analyzes the Vegas Golden Knights' decision to start goaltender Adin Hill in a recent loss to Utah, where he was pulled after allowing three goals on three shots, and discusses his recent performance statistics.
This episode previews the Vegas Golden Knights' final homestand game against the Utah Mammoth, analyzing team standings, recent performances, and key player struggles.
This episode discusses the dramatic overtime victory of the U.S.
This episode analyzes the immediate coaching changes and strategic shifts expected for the Vegas Golden Knights under new head coach John Tortorella, including tighter checking and increased net-front presence, as the season winds down.
This episode previews the Vegas Golden Knights' St.
This episode previews the Olympic hockey quarterfinal elimination game between Team USA and Sweden, discussing their past matchups and key players.
This episode previews the Vegas Golden Knights' upcoming game against the Calgary Flames, focusing on whether the team can sustain a high-speed, pressure-oriented strategy as emphasized by coach John Tortorella.
This episode discusses the Vegas Golden Knights' recent struggles, including a loss to the Nashville Predators and the upcoming must-win game against the Dallas Stars.
The Vegas Golden Knights, despite resting five Olympians, secured a 6-4 victory over the Los Angeles Kings with a strong third-period performance, highlighting improved depth scoring and a franchise record for power play goals.
This episode previews the Vegas Golden Knights' return from the Olympic break with a key game against Los Angeles, discusses potential NHL World Cup sites including Las Vegas, and covers betting insights for the matchup.
This episode previews a crucial NHL matchup between the Vegas Golden Knights and Edmonton Oilers, analyzing playoff implications, team performance, and lineup questions.
This episode previews the Vegas Golden Knights' upcoming NHL game against the Winnipeg Jets, analyzing whether the team can build on a recent win and maintain consistency in a playoff-like scenario.
This episode analyzes the Vegas Golden Knights' recent shutout loss to Buffalo, focusing on Adin Hill's critical error and the team's ongoing offensive struggles against quality opponents.
This episode analyzes the impact of John Tortorella replacing Bruce Cassidy as head coach of the Vegas Golden Knights during the late NHL season and discusses what to expect from the team's first practice under him.
The Vegas Golden Knights overcame a nervous start to beat the Vancouver Canucks 4-2, with analysis of John Tortorella's line changes and team performance.
The Vegas Golden Knights lost 2-1 to the Dallas Stars due to repeatedly passing up open shots, dropping them to third place in the Pacific Division.
This episode discusses the Golden Knights' recent trade for center Nick Dowd and analyzes whether more moves are needed before the NHL trade deadline, while previewing an upcoming home game against the Minnesota Wild.
This bonus episode discusses the Vegas Golden Knights' trade for Cole Smith, analyzing his role on the team and whether it signals more trades before the NHL deadline.
This bonus episode discusses whether the Vegas Golden Knights should be buyers or sellers at the upcoming NHL trade deadline, analyzing their cap situation and team needs.
This episode analyzes Team USA's historic overtime victory over Canada in the Olympic gold medal hockey game, featuring insights from NHL experts.
This special edition previews the USA vs Canada Olympic hockey gold medal game, discussing historical matchups and predictions.
This episode discusses how the USA and Canada advanced to the Olympic hockey semifinals after overtime wins in the quarterfinals, highlighting Mitch Marner's performance.
Tony Cordasco and Chris Gawlik host an episode discussing the best and worst storylines for the Vegas Golden Knights this season, including Mark Stone's career performance and injury, along with updates on the AHL All-Star game and podcast network details.
The hosts preview the Olympic men's hockey tournament, comparing Team USA's $199 million roster advantage against favored Team Canada, while also analyzing key player matchups and goaltender controversies.
Team USA beat Canada 5-0 in the women's Olympic hockey preliminary round, and Glenn Dreyfus says it was the first four-goal Olympic lead in the rivalry.
This episode of the Lockdown NHL Squad Show focuses on the men's Olympic hockey tournament, with hosts Gil Martin, David Morisutti, Zach Berman, and Ian McLaren discussing early games involving Team Canada and Team USA.
This episode analyzes the Vegas Golden Knights' recent 5-0 shutout loss to the Pittsburgh Penguins, discussing the team's struggles and upcoming trade deadline decisions.
Locked On Golden Knights previews Vegas's Seattle game, where one point would secure home ice through the first two playoff rounds.
Jack Eichel produced four points while Mark Stone reached 73 points in 59 games.
["Locked On Golden Knights centers on VGK's 3-2 Game 6 win over the Minnesota Wild and the move into a second-round series with the Edmonton Oilers.", "Tony Cardasco, a longtime sportscaster and host of the Saturday Sportsbeat Radio Show on Odyssey, is joined by Chris Golick, owner of Silver State Cards and editor for The Hockey News.", "The episode asks whether Vegas can carry its closeout-game habits into a series with the Edmonton Oilers.", "The first half covers Jack Eichel, Mark Stone, Shea Theodore, Alex Pietrangelo, Brett Howden, and Marc-Andre Fleury, while the second half shifts into Edmonton matchup math, goalie questions, and expected goals."]
Kelly McCrimmon says the Golden Knights offered Jonathan Marchessault four years, then Nashville turned the deal into five years, and Tony Cardasco and Chris Golick spend most of the show arguing over who is lying.