Mike Modano Joins the Show + Why Is Wright Still in Coachella?

The Jeff Marek Show

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4.4 • 887 Ratings

🗓️ 20 March 2024

⏱️ 69 minutes

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Jeff kicks off the show with Scott Laughlin of NHL Network Radio discussing the Red Wings' performance last night, the Capitals' upcoming schedule, John Tortorella's mentality when scratching his captain, and the Sabres' future plans. Then, Hockey Hall of Fame forward Mike Modano stops by to reflect on his statue getting unveiled in Dallas, how he made his jersey “dance”, the development of his skating, and more (32:09). Later on, producer Matt Marchese joins the show to discuss the Jets' play as of late, Cole Perfetti’s role going forward, and why the Kraken have not yet called up Shane Wright (51:04). The views and opinions expressed in this podcast are those of the hosts and guests and do not necessarily reflect the position of Rogers Sports & Media or any affiliates.

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0:00.0	This is the Jeff Merrick Show on the Sportsnet Radio Network.
0:10.2	Holy smokes, do we have a lot to get into today.
0:13.2	And I mean a lot, both from last night, both for this evening,
0:17.5	and also look forward to tomorrow.
0:20.5	Elliot Friedman is going to check in to kick off hour two from the general manager's meetings in Florida,
0:26.5	where Gary Bettman, Commissioner of the NHL, mentioned a couple of things,
0:30.8	as did Deputy Commissioner Bill Daly, which are particularly salient.
0:35.8	Betman mentioning that H uh, H.R.
0:38.3	looks to be trending towards $6.2 billion.
0:42.3	Um, we'll find out with the salary cap officially as at some point as well.
0:45.3	Bill Daly, um, was asked about the Arizona Coyotes and owner Alex Morello.
0:52.3	And if the, uh, league would be able to pivot to move the franchise, if they did not,
0:58.0	secure the land that they're trying to purchase on auction in June.
1:03.9	And Daly said probably not, but also the NHL, not commenting whether it even gets that far or a decision will maybe need to be made on the future of the Arizona Coyotes even before that auction.
1:19.2	So that's from the manager's meetings.
1:21.6	We talked a little bit yesterday about some of the new tweaks that are being put forward to some of the rules, whether it's leg overboards,
1:28.0	whether it's coaches challenge on high sticks and pucks over glass.
1:33.6	Things need to go through competition committee.
1:35.4	The board of governor is still there.
1:36.8	No changes to overtime.
1:39.0	The issue with goalies deliberately dislodging the net.
1:41.6	All these types of things we'll get into with Elliot and also Scott Lachlan,
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