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The Chris Johnston Show

Leading NHL insider, Chris Johnston, is joined by The Athletic’s Julian McKenzie to discuss the biggest stories from around the hockey world.

New episodes: Several times a week
Typical length: 56 min
Latest: 13 Oct 2026
Language: English

Latest episode

13 Oct 2026 · 46 minNew

Binnington on Broadway? | The Chris Johnston Show

On this episode of The Chris Johnston show, Julian McKenzie and Chris Johnston go over a variety of topics including: (00:00) Intro (00:13) Is Tocchet on the hot seat? (01:57) Could a trade save the Flyers? (06:05) Where are the goals in Philly? (08:19) Frozen Frenzy is back (09:40) A huge blow for the Rangers (13:03) Is Binnington the answer? (17:31) Will Shesterkin be the same? (19:06) "We want Larkin!" (23:24) Who's the Habs' second-line center? (27:30) What has Hellebuyck given up? (31:40) The Price is Right: Hellebuyck edition (33:17) Who would take on Hellebuyck? (37:56) Is everyone…

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8 Oct 2026 · 55 min
McKenna & The Toronto Pressure Cooker | The Chris Johnston Show
On this episode of The Chris Johnston show, Julian McKenzie and Chris Johnston go over a variety of topics including: (00:00) Intro (00:12) CJ live from Anaheim (02:40) Evan Bouchard for the Norris? (08:20) How's Babcock going over in Edmonton? (09:25) The Leo Carlsson show (12:30) Are the Ducks paying their kids too early? (19:04) Dylan Larkin's awkward return (25:54) An Edvinsson offer sheet? (29:35) Leafs Corner: should we worry about McKenna? (37:09) Stamkos on the Toronto pressure cooker (40:54) What's wrong in Philly? (44:21) More bad news for the Panthers (47:03) Brady Tkachuk's slow…
5 Oct 2026 · 56 min
Is Larkin Done In Detroit? | The Chris Johnston Show
On this episode of The Chris Johnston show, Julian McKenzie, Chris Johnston and Producer Drew go over a variety of topics including: (00:00) Intro (00:42) The Detroit Red Wings aren't doing so hot (04:00) Edvinsson update (05:50) Larkin trade update (06:30) What will Edvinsson's next contract look like? (09:00) Could Larkin stay in Detroit? + updated trade list (13:30) Are Red Wings fans justified in their reactions? (17:00) Defending Larkin (18:30) Is Bettman right that players aren't using NMCs as intended? (22:00) What's the solution to the NMC problem? (27:00) Winnipeg Jets: Hellebuyck…
1 Oct 2026 · 1 hr 2 min
Inside The Marchenko/Knies Blockbuster | The Chris Johnston Show
On this episode of The Chris Johnston show, Julian McKenzie and Chris Johnston go over a variety of topics including: (00:00) Marchenko deal with the Leafs: trade and extension, what went down (20:00) Knies side of it with Blue Jackets (30:30) Columbus Captaincy and Werenski's future (35:00) Montreal's interest in Marchenko and what they need to address (40:30) Mike Babcock and the Oilers (46:00) Hellebuyck update (48:00) Detroit: Larkin and Edvinsson latest (53:00) Chabot named Senators captain, Jared Bednar extension, and other news (55:30) Stick taps Watch all episodes of The Chris…
28 Sep 2026 · 53 min
Panthers On Top? | The Chris Johnston Show
On this episode of The Chris Johnston show, Julian McKenzie and Chris Johnston go over a variety of topics including: (00:00) Start of the show (2:00) The guys predict the eastern conference playoff picture, 1-8 (6:30) Leafs/Senators discussion on who makes the playoffs (13:45) Boston surprise to not make the playoffs? (16:30) The western conference prediction, 1-8 (22:15) Can the Oilers go all the way? (28:45) Will Carolina repeat as Stanley Cup champion? (32:00) Utah a dark horse for the cup? (34:15) Individual award predictions (43:30) Predicting if Larkin and Hellebuyck will be traded…
24 Sep 2026 · 58 min
The Leafs Are Going To Arizona? | The Chris Johnston Show
On this episode of The Chris Johnston show, Julian McKenzie, Chris Johnston and Producer Drew go over a variety of topics including: (00:00) Why are the Maple Leafs finishing their training camp in Arizona? Is it a good or bad thing? (16:30) Blood is thicker than water (30:00) Tottenham, Pastrnak and the captain debate (36:00) BOG, expansion and eventually replacing Gary (46:00) Fantilli update with a sprinkle of Hellebuyck (48:30) Stick Taps Watch all episodes of The Chris Johnston Show here: https://www.youtube.com/playlist?list=PLLk7FZfwCEifwZnM5KxOFlm0lQjkEheLw Buy CJ Show merch:…
21 Sep 2026 · 51 min
What's Going On In Columbus? | The Chris Johnston Show
On this episode of The Chris Johnston show, Julian McKenzie, Chris Johnston and our new co-host Producer Drew go over a variety of topics including: (00:00) What's going on in Columbus? Marchenko's future, will he be traded? (04:47) What will Adam Fantilli's contract look like? (10:44) Dylan Larkin update (13:00) Latest on Hellebuyck, Cheveldayoff spoke (15:05) What's the percentage Hellebuyck will play for Winnipeg again? (18:00) Comparing Larkin situation to Hellebuyck situation (22:00) Nikishin update in Carolina (24:00) Board of Governors meetings + expansion talk. How would expansion…
17 Sep 2026 · 55 min
Hellebuyck Suspended | The Chris Johnston Show
On this episode of The Chris Johnston show, Julian McKenzie, Chris Johnston and our new co-host Producer Drew go over a variety of topics including: (00:00) Connor Hellebuyck suspended by the Winnipeg Jets (12:00) Latest on Dylan Larkin & the Red Wings plan (19:00) What will a deal for Simon Edvinsson look like? (22:30) Alex DeBrincat (29:45) Adam Fantilli & the Blue Jackets working out a contract (31:30) What happened between the Jets & Hellebuyck? (36:30) Nikishin looking for a trade from the Hurricanes (38:30) How did the Cutter Gautier deal go down? (43:15) What do Crosby & Kucherov's…
14 Sep 2026 · 1 hr 2 min
Would Wild Let Hughes Walk? | The Chris Johnston Show
On this episode of The Chris Johnston show, Julian McKenzie, Chris Johnston and our new co-host Producer Drew go over a variety of topics including: (00:00) Back from the summer with a new look (2:00) 8-year deals are done as of Tuesday (9:00) Cutter Gautier (12:00) Would the Habs take a run at McDavid? (15:30) Trade requests (18:30) What's going on with the Red Wings GM search? (25:30) What happens with Connor Hellebuyck, could he go to Utah? (30:30) Would the Wild let Quinn Hughes walk? (38:00) Chris Kreider signs with Montreal and other pieces of buisness by the Habs (46:40) Chris sat…
10 Jul 2026 · 59 min
Busy Summer? | The Chris Johnston Show
On this episode of The Chris Johnston show, Julian McKenzie and Chris Johnston go over a variety of topics including: (00:00) Names engraved into the Stanley Cup discussion (9:00) Ducks match Carlsson offersheet (18:00) What's next for the Flyers after this miss out on Carlsson (23:00) One final tell me what you're hearing before we wrap up for the summer - Dylan Larkin, Jason Robertson etc. (31:00) What will happen with Hellebuyck? (33:00) anything on the free agent market? (36:00) Daniel Alfredsson joins Maple Leaf coaching staff (45:00) Leafs front office changes (48:00) Don't expect the…
7 Jul 2026 · 52 min
More Offer Sheets? | The Chris Johnston Show
On this episode of The Chris Johnston show, Julian McKenzie and Chris Johnston go over a variety of topics including: (00:00) Leo Carlsson offer sheet (11:00) Mintyukov contract and other potential offer sheets (17:00) Claude Giroux (22:00) The rest of the free agents (29:00) Ask CJ TODAY'S SPONSORS: SHADY RAYS - Head to shadyrays.com and use code: SDP for 50% OFF 2 or more polarized sunglasses SHOPIFY: The best athletes don’t wait for the perfect moment. They train, they show up, they compete. Start your business free at shopify.com/johnston Watch all episodes of The Chris Johnston Show…
2 Jul 2026 · 1 hr 3 min
What Happened With Werenski? + Free Agency Breakdown | The Chris Johnston Show
On this episode of The Chris Johnston show, Julian McKenzie and Chris Johnston go over a variety of topics including: (00:00) The Werenski situation in Columbus that seemingly went away? (18:00) Is Hellebuyck still on the move? (20:00) What about Larkin? (21:00) Could Morgan Rielly move to Anaheim? (21:00) Maple Leafs draft McKenna (24:00) Players who still haven't moved (29:00) Leafs spend big (45:00) Offer sheets (51:00) Montreal retaining players, but will they make a big splash? Watch all episodes of The Chris Johnston Show here:…
29 Jun 2026 · 50 min
Werenski Rumours Heating Up | The Chris Johnston Show
On this episode of The Chris Johnston show, Julian McKenzie and Chris Johnston go over a variety of topics including: (00:00) Zach Werenski leaving the Blue Jackets looks more and more likely this summer. Who does he go to? (6:00) Blue Jackets also listening on Kirill Marchenko (13:00) Trades that didn't happen at the draft (17:00) Bieber and the spectacle at the draft (21:00) Maple Leafs draft McKenna (28:00) Has the Knies trade rumours cooled down? (31:00) John Carlson (33:00) Not a sexy UFA class (37:00) Canada soccer talk and other fun things -- The Princess Margaret Cancer Foundation…
25 Jun 2026 · 1 hr 3 min
How Many More Trades Before The Draft? | The Chris Johnston Show
On this episode of The Chris Johnston show, Julian McKenzie and Chris Johnston go over a variety of topics including: (00:00) Matthew Knies future with the Toronto Maple Leafs (6:00) Rapid fire of other potential trade targets including Morgan Rielly, Jason Robertson, Connor Hellebuyck and Dylan Larkin (20:00) Latest on suitors for Vincent Trocheck (23:00) The future of Mason McTavish (24:30) Zach Werenski situation feeling a little bit about Brady Tkachuk? (28:30) The moves that were already made from the Capitals, Blackhawks, Flames and Senators (42:00) Mike Babcock hiring in Edmonton…
22 Jun 2026 · 46 min
Brady Tkachuk Traded To Panthers | The Chris Johnston Show
On this episode of The Chris Johnston show, Julian McKenzie and Chris Johnston go over a variety of topics including: (00:00) Breaking down the Brady Tkachuk trade between the Ottawa Senators and Florida Panthers (15:30) Would the Ottawa Senators look to flip those picks or use them for an offer sheet? (20:00) Panthers traded Samoskevich to Kraken earlier in the day to acquire that extra first to send away in the Tkachuk deal. (24:00) Who else could be dealt before the draft? i (33:00) Leafs corner including the Darren Raddysh signing and what other moves they could make? (39:30) Gavin…
18 Jun 2026 · 1 hr 4 min
Hiring Hiller | The Chris Johnston Show
On this episode of The Chris Johnston show, Julian McKenzie and Chris Johnston go over a variety of topics including: (00:00) Jim Hiller hired as Maple Leafs head coach (16:00) Mason McTavish (19:00) Is Matthew Knies still going to get traded? (24:00) Latest on Morgan Reilly (27:00) Could Nico Hischer leave New Jersey? (28:00) John Carlson's future (32:00) Dylan Larkin and the Wings (34:00) Hellebuyck & Tkachuk rumours (40:30) Kesselring traded to San Jose (44:00) Golden Knights and Stick Taps to end the week Watch all episodes of The Chris Johnston Show here:…
16 Jun 2026 · 1 hr
Woll Traded | The Chris Johnston Show
On this episode of The Chris Johnston show, Julian McKenzie and Chris Johnston go over a variety of topics including: (00:00) Maple Leafs trade Joseph Woll to the Flyers (6:00) Vegas Golden Knights part ways with John Tortorella (8:30) We go back to our original recording to break down the Stanley Cup Final and what's next for the Hurricanes (22:30) Reasoning on why Jordan Staal deserved the Conn Smythe (27:00) Bussi and the Hurricanes goalies (35:00) What's next for the Golden Knights (RECORDED BEFORE TORTORELLA NEWS) (42:15) Update with Mike Babcock and the Oilers with a sprinkle of Leafs…
12 Jun 2026 · 1 hr 1 min
Babcock In + Are Leafs Waiting For Cassidy? | The Chris Johnston Show
On this episode of The Chris Johnston show, Julian McKenzie and Chris Johnston go over a variety of topics including: (00:00) Mike Babcock investigation and how likely he will be Oilers head coach (13:30) Darnell Nurse wants out of Edmonton (22:00) Dylan Larkin, his request and other players that might want out of their teams (36:20) Leafs coaching update and if Toronto could wait for Bruce Cassidy (41:00) Hart Trophy (52:00) Stanley Cup Final (54:30) Stick Taps TODAY'S SPONSOR: SHADY RAYS - Go to ⁠http://shadyrays.com⁠ and use code SDP for 50% off 2+ pairs of polarized sunglasses. Watch all…
7 Jun 2026 · 59 min
Larkin Wants Out + Leafs Latest | The Chris Johnston Show
On this episode of The Chris Johnston show, Julian McKenzie and Chris Johnston go over a variety of topics including: (00:00) Dylan Larkin wants out of Detroit (17:30) Leafs head coach search - Joe Pavelski's name has surfaced but is Laviolette a favourite? (24:00) Are the Oilers still waiting for Cassidy? (25:15) The Matthew Knies trade that didn't happen with new management looking to keep him (30:30) The greatest Stanley Cup Final game ever? (47:30) Ask CJ TODAY'S SPONSOR: SHADY RAYS - Go to http://shadyrays.com and use code SDP for 50% off 2+ pairs of polarized sunglasses. Watch all…
4 Jun 2026 · 56 min
Roy Too Risky? | The Chris Johnston Show
On this episode of The Chris Johnston show, Julian McKenzie and Chris Johnston go over a variety of topics including: (00:00) Patrick Roy interviews well for Maple Leafs head coach job. Is he the right fit? (4:00) Domino effect once Cassidy is available? (6:30) Chris MacFarland leaves Avalanche as new President & GM of Predators (13:00) Brendan Gallagher most likely leaving Montreal and where he could go next (19:30) Expect a big trade from the Canadiens this summer (21:15) New all-star format (26:30) Would Russia be reinstated to IIHF competitions? (31:15) Future of Gary Bettman (39:00) Jon…
1 Jun 2026 · 52 min
Leafs New Hire + Stanley Cup Final Preview | The Chris Johnston Show
On this episode of The Chris Johnston show, Julian McKenzie and Chris Johnston go over a variety of topics including: (00:00) Leafs Corner with head coach update (5:00) Judd Brackett added to Leafs as AGM (8:30) Predators GM search (12:30) Jack Pridham (traded to TBL after recording) (15:30) Claude Lemieux (22:30) Stanley Cup Final (36:00) Montreal eliminated and next years expectations (42:30) Ask CJ Watch all episodes of The Chris Johnston Show here: https://www.youtube.com/playlist?list=PLLk7FZfwCEifwZnM5KxOFlm0lQjkEheLw Buy CJ Show merch: https://sdpnshop.ca/collections/cj-show Follow us…
28 May 2026 · 46 min
Trade Board Time! | The Chris Johnston Show
On this episode of The Chris Johnston show, Julian McKenzie and Chris Johnston go over a variety of topics including: (00:00) New Trade Board from CJ (5:30) What team is most likely moving their first round pick? (11:00) Vincent Trocheck #1 on the trade board (15:15) Will the Ducks seriously part ways with Mason McTavish (22:30) Defence/goalie market (29:00) Crunch time for teams with the draft and free agency right around the corner (33:00) Draft order talk (34:30) Coaching carousel update (37:00) Vegas surprise sweep of Colorado (39:00) One thought on Montreal/Carolina (41:00) Stick Taps…
25 May 2026 · 48 min
Cursed? | The Chris Johnston Show
On this episode of The Chris Johnston show, Julian McKenzie and Chris Johnston go over a variety of topics including: (00:00) Tha Avalanche find themselves in 3-0 hole against Vegas (9:00) Questions about Jared Bednard and if he gets fired would teams looking for a coach wait and see? (11:30) John Tortorella has done wonders for Vegas since being hired (16:00) Is the President's trophy truly cursed? (21:30) Habs/Hurricanes (26:00) Maple Leafs announce Max Domi is out indefinitely (28:30) Craig Berube bumps into Connor McDavid at the airport (34:45) Ask CJ SHOPIFY: Sign up for your…
22 May 2026 · 56 min
Not Making the Call Just Yet | The Chris Johnston Show
On this episode of The Chris Johnston show, Julian McKenzie and Chris Johnston go over a variety of topics including: (00:00) The shock start in the Canadiens/Hurricanes series (16:00) The Western Conference Final (19:00) Avs will just have to manage Makar's injury, he won't be 100% (21:00) Dorofeyev (32:00) Updates on potential coaching hires (38:00) Discussing more of the Auston Matthews discourse (44:00) Sidney Crosby playing forever (48:30) Stick Taps TODAYS SPONSORS: SHADY RAYS - Go to ⁠http://shadyrays.com⁠ and use code SDP for 50% off 2+ pairs of polarized sunglasses. SHOPIFY: Sign up…
19 May 2026 · 1 hr 1 min
Vegas In Hot Water & Who Will Leafs/Oilers Hire? | The Chris Johnston Show
On this episode of The Chris Johnston show, Julian McKenzie and Chris Johnston go over a variety of topics including: (00:00) Breaking down the Golden Knights fine/loss of second round pick (09:30) What's the availability of Bruce Cassidy? (17:00) Latest on Maple Leafs coaching search (27:30) Canucks front office shuffle & coaching change? (37:30) Alex Tuch & free agency (40:30) Quinn Hughes (44:30) Conference Finals (53:30) Ask CJ TODAYS SPONSORS: SHADY RAYS - Go to http://shadyrays.com and use code SDP for 50% off 2+ pairs of polarized sunglasses. SHOPIFY: Sign up for your…
14 May 2026 · 53 min
Coaching Changes | The Chris Johnston Show
On this episode of The Chris Johnston show, Julian McKenzie and Chris Johnston go over a variety of topics including: (00:00) Knoblauch fired by Oilers (06:00) Why did Golden Knights withhold permission for Oilers to speak with Cassidy? (8:00) Is Cassidy pick of litter for Oilers? (13:00) If Oilers can't get Cassidy, who else might they look for as head coach? (15:30) Craig Berube gets fired in Toronto (22:00) Who would the Leafs be targeting for their head coaching job? (25:30) Did Auston Matthews have any sway on firing Berube? (39:00) Latest in Vancouver (40:00) Avalanche come back to…
11 May 2026 · 51 min
The Marner Discourse + Decision On Berube Imminent? | The Chris Johnston Show
On this episode of The Chris Johnston show, Julian McKenzie and Chris Johnston go over a variety of topics including: (00:00) Montreal takes 2-1 series lead on Buffalo (03:00) Rough play at the end of the game, any fines or suspensions? (7:30) Vegas/Anaheim tied 2-2, could the Ducks upset? (12:00) Marner and his playoff discourse (20:15) Minnesota/Colorado is on a different level (23:00) Carolina 8-0 to start the playoffs (27:00) Thinking about who could make the cup final (35:15) Latest on Craig Berube and a decision from the Maple Leafs, some more clarity on front office hires as well…
7 May 2026 · 57 min
First Overall Is No Brainer + What Does It Mean For Matthews? | The Chris Johnston Show
On this episode of The Chris Johnston show, Julian McKenzie and Chris Johnston go over a variety of topics including: (00:00) Maple Leafs win lottery, McKenna seems like no brainer (15:00) Auston Matthews still unsure about future with Toronto (24:00) Where the Leafs 2027/28 picks are going (28:00) Canucks GM search and future (39:00) Malkin wants to be back with Penguins (42:00) Ask CJ (50:00) Stick Taps TODAY'S SPONSOR: SHADY RAYS - Go to http://shadyrays.com and use code SDP for 40% off 2+ pairs of polarized sunglasses Watch all episodes of The Chris Johnston Show here:…
5 May 2026 · 59 min
Setting The Record Straight, Matthews Future & Direction Of Maple Leafs | The Chris Johnston Show
On this episode of The Chris Johnston show, Julian McKenzie and Chris Johnston go over a variety of topics including: (00:00) CJ talks Keith Pelley's erroneous reports comments (7:00) The press conference, how Pelley handed Steve Simmons & more (12:30) Is there anything Leafs fans should be hopeful for? (15:00) Auston Matthews and how he feels with Leafs direction/if he would be moved this summer (22:30) Craig Berube's future (26:30) Mats Sundin and his role (30:00) People considering Mats as a "human shield" (35:00) The Leafs over/under making the playoffs (39:30) Strange environment in…
30 Apr 2026 · 49 min
Sundin & Chayka A Foregone Conclusion? | The Chris Johnston Show
On this episode of The Chris Johnston show, Julian McKenzie and Chris Johnston go over a variety of topics including: (00:00) The Leafs picture getting clearer with Sundin and Chayka at the head? (12:30) Brady Tkachuk trade speculation (29:30) Lightning on the brink (33:30) Flyers eliminate the Penguins (36:00) Can the Oilers force Game 7? (40:00) Stick Taps Watch all episodes of The Chris Johnston Show here: https://www.youtube.com/playlist?list=PLLk7FZfwCEifwZnM5KxOFlm0lQjkEheLw Buy CJ Show merch: https://sdpnshop.ca/collections/cj-show Follow us on Instagram: @reporterchris @jkamckenzie…

About The Chris Johnston Show

Leading NHL insider, Chris Johnston, is joined by The Athletic’s Julian McKenzie to discuss the biggest stories from around the hockey world.

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Publisher: sdpn
Language: English
Category: Sport
New episodes: Several times a week
Typical length: 56 min
Latest episode: 13 Oct 2026
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