Chris Tanev, Atlantic Analysis & Hockey Hotline!

Matt Marchese and Mike Futa open Thursday's show sharing updates on Jamie Benn and Nic Hauge, who both suffered injuries during preseason action. The boys continue their tour of the Atlantic Division alongside Dave Randorf (07:28), play-by-play voice for the Tampa Bay Lightning. He shares his expectations for the team heading into the season, an update on Andrei Vasilevskiy after the netminder missed multiple practices, and the key pieces that will push them to the next level. Ken Daniels (28:55), voice of the Detroit Red Wings, dives into the team's options to round out the top line, how to best align their defensive pairings, Carter Mazur's potential role, and the message Todd McLellan is conveying to his roster. Later, Maple Leafs defenceman Chris Tanev (49:42) joins the program! He shares what he’s looking to accomplish during the preseason, what factors into his unique shot-blocking ability, how many stick of gum he goes through per game, and more! Next up, George Richards (01:11:18) of Florida Hockey Now checks the temperature in Florida surrounding the Panthers. He touches on Aleksander Barkov's injury sustained during today's practice and who will get an opportunity on the top line, before getting into the team's successful offseason re-signing their high-end talent. Matt and Mike wrap up today's program responding to your texts and messages on the "Hockey Hotline" (01:28:35). Call 416-413-3923 or text 590-590 for a chance to be featured on next week's show! 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.