Locked On NHL - Daily Podcast On The National Hockey League

USA hockey wins despite shaky goaltending as Jack Eichel’s heroics keep the Americans undefeated in Olympic play. Has Jeremy Swayman seen his last assignment in net? Eddie Garcia recaps Team USA’s resilience and highlights how elite NHL stars like Auston Matthews and Jack Hughes are impacting the tournament. Unexpected drama unfolds as Slovakia clinches a group win and a first-round bye despite losing to Sweden, while Finland sets an Olympic record in an 11-0 rout over Italy. Key storylines include Juraj Slavkovsky’s rise for Slovakia, a costly late-game penalty affecting Sweden’s medal chances, and Latvia’s upset over Germany. The episode covers evolving group standings, tiebreaker chaos, and the elimination round picture, plus updates on the women's competition and a major injury blow to the LA Kings’ Kevin Fiala. 
 
00:00 - Eddie Garcia recaps USA vs Denmark, highlighting Jeremy Swayman’s struggles in net, Team USA's come-from-behind win, and the team’s overall performance so far in the Olympic tournament. He discusses concerns around Swayman’s play, potential changes in net, and the team’s strengths and resiliency despite not yet putting together a perfect game. Guest analysis from Locked On Boston Bruins. 
09:21 - Detailed breakdown of the dramatic Slovakia vs Sweden matchup, including controversial waved-off goal, crucial group tiebreakers, and how Slovakia advances despite a loss. Guest analysis from Locked On Montreal Canadiens on why Sweden “lost by winning,” Slovakia’s big group win, and the performances of stars like Juraj Slafkovsky. 
19:20 - Finland’s record-breaking 11-0 blowout over Italy, what it means for group seeding, and the closing results from Germany vs. Latvia. He recaps current group standings, explains the path to quarterfinal byes, and quickly touches upon women’s Olympic hockey semifinals and a major injury to Kevin Fiala. 
 
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Canada dominate Switzerland in Olympic men's hockey as Connor McDavid inches closer to breaking the single-tournament points record. Can anyone stop Team Canada's "HART line" featuring McDavid, Macklin Celebrini, and Nathan MacKinnon? Meanwhile, a shocking injury to Swiss and LA Kings star Kevin Fiala raises fears about NHL participation in global events.
Eddie Garcia and Shukri Wrights spotlight Finland’s heated win over Sweden, Jussi Saros’ stellar goaltending, and Slovakia’s surprising group lead powered by Juraj Slavkovsky. Key analysis includes special teams performance, player lineups, and how young NHL stars elevate on the Olympic stage. Plus, USA and Sweden women’s squads stay undefeated, setting up a must-watch semifinal clash. 
00:00 — Olympic Hockey Recap & Headlines
Canada's dominance, McDavid’s pursuit of Olympic history, and NHL injury headlines set the stage for the episode.
04:18 — Canada vs Switzerland Analysis
Breakdown of Canada’s star lines, McDavid’s record chase, Switzerland’s effort, and the unfortunate Kevin Fiala injury.
14:44 — Sweden vs Finland Rivalry & Tournament Rundown
Focus on the heated Scandinavian matchup, Finland’s big win, Group standings, and impact of young stars.
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Finland shocks Sweden with a commanding 4-1 win in a fierce Nordic rivalry, as Juuse Saros rebounds with standout goaltending and Mikko Rantanen finds the scoresheet. Can Sweden bounce back after defensive lapses and an underwhelming performance from its blue line? Gil Martin, David Morasuti, and Glenn Dreyfus break down the dramatic shift in Group play, highlight William Nylander’s return from injury, and spotlight Slovakia’s narrow escape against a spirited Italy fueled by Damian Clara’s 35-save effort.
Canada flexes its offensive muscle with the McDavid-MacKinnon-Celebrini line, all scoring in a 3-goal outburst against Switzerland, with the power play looking unstoppable. The crew debates Canada’s goaltending rotation, growing storylines around France’s scare for Czechia, and the impact of Olympic play on NHL rosters. Who can stop Team Canada’s momentum? Find out what these results mean for the medal rounds and which sleeper teams are poised to make headlines.

 
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Why do some NHL players rise to the occasion in a short tournament like the Olympics while others thrive over the course of the regular season? We discuss why this happens and some of the big names that fit this description like Jordan Binnington or Auston Matthews. 
Plus Gary Bettman speaks to the  media in Italy, how does that impact the NHL and the future of players participating in the Olympic games going forward?
And we preview the most exciting Olympic games this weekend in both the men's and women's tournaments.
All this and more on today's Locked On NHL Podcast with Rachel Donner and Gil Martin.
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Canada and USA open the Winter Olympics with convincing hockey victories, as Jordan Binnington silences doubters with a 26-save shutout and Brock Nelson powers Team USA with a multi-goal performance. Can Connor McDavid and Macklin Celebrini’s chemistry propel Canada to gold? Will the Tkachuk and Hughes brothers lead the USA to glory?
Eddie Garcia and Shukri Wrights break down every moment as the Olympic spotlight shines on NHL star. Local expert insights round out the coverage—don’t miss Locked On NHL Game Night’s comprehensive take on hockey’s biggest international stage.
00:00 — Olympic Men's Hockey Opener
Show introduction; Canada and USA's Olympic debuts; outline for show coverage.
06:46 — Canada vs Czechia Deep Dive
Game breakdown; Celebrini's debut; Bennington's performance; Canadian experts' insights.
11:41 — USA vs Latvia Recap & Analysis
Game summary; Brock Nelson's big night; Kachuk and Hughes brothers; Expert opinions and Team USA outlook.
23:08 — Other Olympic Games & NHL Stars
Switzerland-France and Germany-Denmark recaps; impact of NHL players; Standings and upcoming matchups.
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