The DFO Rundown

Jeff Marek and Jason Gregor break down some of the biggest proposed NHL rule changes and debate whether the league should make significant adjustments to the game. From contract length limits and 3-on-3 overtime changes to embellishment penalties, referee accountability, neutral-zone faceoffs, penalty-kill rules, and NHL rink size, the guys discuss which ideas could improve the league and which should stay on the drawing board.

6 Changes I’d Make if I Were NHL Commissioner - Jason Gregor

They also preview the 2026 Stanley Cup Final, examining the key matchups, biggest storylines, X-factors, coaching battles, and players who could determine who lifts the Stanley Cup. Can Carolina's depth and structure overcome Vegas' playoff experience and star power? Marek and Gregor break it all down ahead of Game 1.

Plus a look back at the career and legacy of Claude Lemieux and a full Memorial Cup recap, including more praise for Sam O’Reilly, who capped off a monster season after winning OHL MVP and Memorial Cup MVP

01:00 - Introduce Series
08:30 - Contract Lengths
16:30 - Over and Back | OT
20:00 - Embellishment
24:30 - Official Post Game Interviews
32:00 - Faceoffs and Ice Size
35:30 - Stanley Cup Final
49:30 - The Bill Daly Takeover
51:45 - Buy or Sell
1:00:00 - Claude Lemieux
1:03:00 - Memorial Cup

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In Episode 470 of The Rundown, Jason Gregor and Mike Rupp begin with a heartfelt conversation about the life and legacy of Claude Lemieux following his passing at the age of 60. The discussion goes beyond hockey, touching on mental health, life after professional sports, the challenges many men face after retirement, and why these conversations matter.

The guys then shift to the Stanley Cup Playoffs, where the Montreal Canadiens are facing elimination against the Carolina Hurricanes. What has gone wrong for Montreal, why has Carolina been so dominant, and is there any path back into the series for the Canadiens? Jason and Mike break down the matchup and what Montreal must change to extend its season.

They also discuss the Vegas Golden Knights' impressive sweep of the Colorado Avalanche, why Vegas may be the most complete team remaining, and what a potential Stanley Cup Final matchup between the Golden Knights and Hurricanes could look like.

Plus, Fill in the Blank with Pat Puff, surprising teams for next season, the future of the Golden Knights behind the bench, and which players the crew would most like to see lift the Stanley Cup this year.

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The Colorado Avalanche are officially on the brink. After blowing a 3-0 lead to the Vegas Golden Knights, the Avs now trail the series 3-0 and face massive questions heading into Game 4. Jeff Marek and Jason Gregor break down Tomas Hertl’s huge night, Nathan MacKinnon battling through injury, Colorado’s goaltending situation, and whether major offseason changes could be coming if the Avs are eliminated.

Plus, the Eastern Conference Final is now tied after the Carolina Hurricanes survived a tight overtime battle against the Montreal Canadiens. The guys discuss Nikolaj Ehlers’ game-winning heroics, Carolina’s physical response, Lane Hutson being targeted, and whether this series is destined to go the distance.

They also dive into the St. Louis Blues’ offseason outlook, possible roster shakeups around the NHL, Dallas’ future, coaching search drama, and what teams like Colorado and Dallas may need to change to finally get over the hump.

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The Montreal Canadiens came out flying in Game 1 of the Eastern Conference Final, stunning the Carolina Hurricanes with a statement road win. Jason Gregor and Mike Rupp break down how the Habs exploited Carolina’s aggressive style, why Cole Caufield and Ivan Demidov finding their offense changes everything, and whether the Hurricanes should actually be worried after one game.

Plus, the guys dive into the Western Conference Final after Vegas took Game 1 over Colorado. How much of an impact is Cale Makar’s injury concern having on the Avalanche? Should Colorado already be considering a goalie change? And are the Golden Knights getting underrated contributions from Pavel Dorofeyev and Brett Howden?

Also discussed:
Freddie Andersen & Colorado’s goalie situation
Why Montreal’s confidence is growing fast
Vegas capitalizing on Colorado’s mistakes
The Memorial Cup and changing CHL/NCAA landscape
Macklin Celebrini’s next contract projection
Offseason goalie carousel rumors

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The NHL offseason rumour mill is heating up on this episode of DFO Rundown Insider Edition with Irfaan Gaffar and David Pagnotta. The guys break down the latest coaching updates around the league, including the the Los Angeles Kings’ ongoing coaching search and changes behind the Boston Bruins bench.. They also discuss how these coaching decisions could impact pending UFAs and roster construction heading into the summer.

Plus, the latest on Connor Bedard contract negotiations with the Chicago Blackhawks, Simon Nemec trade speculation in New Jersey, the Philadelphia Flyers’ offseason priorities, and what’s next for the Washington Capitals after signing Timothy Liljegren.

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