Shane Pinto Suspended For Gambling + Burke Talks Decentralizing the NHL Draft

Jeff kicks off the show with The Athletic's Ian Mendes to break down the breaking news surrounding Shane Pinto’s 41 game suspension from the NHL for gambling. Then, former NHL head coach Bruce Boudreau stops by to chat about how a team approaches handling a suspended player while they are still practising with the team, the best player he ever saw play, and the idea of decentralizing the draft. Bruce also reflects on his draft day experience from a year when the draft was done over the phone, what goes on at a team's draft table, and his thoughts on the current state of the Washington Capitals (21:41). Next, Executive Director of the PWHPA Brian Burke joins the show to share his opinion on Shane Pinto's suspension the NHL's rules on gambling and alcohol (50:00). Then, they move on to the NHL's vote to decentralize the NHL draft, and get into the business that gets done on the draft floor, the drama, what it means to the players and their families, and the possibility of the NHL ruining the “greatest spectacle in pro hockey”. Lastly, he gives his thoughts on the NHL’s reversal of their pride tape ban. To wrap up, Hurricanes reporter Cory Lavalette weighs in on the goaltending situation in Carolina, the problems that can occur without having an AHL affiliate, Seth Jarvis’ strong start to the season, and more (01:24:10)! 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.