Early NHL Surprises: Rangers Surge, Red Wings Drama & Sheldon Keefe Hot Seat?

Podcast: Locked On NHL - Daily Podcast On The National Hockey League · Locked On Podcast Network

Opublikowano: 2026-10-08

Two weeks into the 2026–27 NHL regular season, sample sizes are growing and early trends are demanding attention. Hosts Nick Zararis and Hunter Hodies break down the true weight of banking early points versus pacing for the postseason. They analyze how established heavyweights coast early while fringe playoff contenders cannot afford a slow start. The crew spotlights the league's biggest early surprises, starting with the New York Rangers' four-game winning streak powered by Igor Shesterkin and Alexis Lafreniere. They also dive into the Winnipeg Jets leading the Central Division behind Stuart Skinner and Kyle Connor despite offseason adversity. Pl...