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David Amber, veteran Hockey Night in Canada and Sportsnet studio host, joins to dissect the Gold Medal final. They debate Canada’s roster choices and travel logistics. Conversation covers how the result could shift Matthews’, McDavid’s and other NHL players’ season momentum. They also imagine a modern Canada–USA Summit Series and preview World Cup roster challenges.

Gord Stellick, former Toronto Maple Leafs GM and veteran analyst, gives a concise take on Canada’s roster choices and game decisions. He discusses missing pieces like Morrissey and Crosby, Auston Matthews’ potential boost from a gold run, locker-room reactions and why Leafs fans draw extra heat. The conversation also tackles 3-on-3 overtime and the rise of young internationals such as Macklin Celebrini.

Former NHL coach and GM Doug MacLean (2:43) joins Nick Kypreos and Justin Bourne for an Olympic edition of Off-the-Rails Friday following Canada's win over Finland to punch a ticket to the gold medal game! Mac talks Sam Bennett's impact, whether we will see Sidney Crosby in the final, Canada's keys to success against a dominant US blue-line group, and he looks ahead to the trade deadline as the NHL returns to action on Wednesday. Later, Nick and Justin regroup with Sam McKee to read your texts and answer your questions!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.

Nick Kypreos, Justin Bourne and Sam McKee on the Friday edition share their reactions to Canada Men's Hockey edging out Finland to reach another Gold Medal game behind Nathan MacKinnon's go-ahead goal, Macklin Celebrini's increased play around the puck, Sam Bennett's early collision with goalie Juuse Saros, selling high-stick calls, Teemu Selänne speaking out on the officiating and if there was potential goalie interference in the game-tying goal. Then, Sportsnet's Sean Reynolds, live from Milan, jumps on (27:05) to chat about how head coach Jon Cooper has adjusted his lines without their captain in the lineup, the increased physicality from the Canadians, and if there's a chance to see Crosby in the Gold Medal game. 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.

Nick Kypreos, Justin Bourne and Sam McKee share their reactions to the Olympic Women's Hockey Gold Medal Game with USA Hockey edging out Canada 2-1 in overtime, before bringing on former hockey player Wade Redden (3:29) to get his thoughts on the final, his memories of playing with Team Canada for the 2006 Winter Olympics, and what he makes of the 2026 men's hockey squad ahead of their semifinal match vs. Finland. Then, Nick, Justin and Sam weigh in on Sidney Crosby's uncertain status ahead of Friday's game before sliding in their final guest Jason Bukala (28:05) of Pro Hockey Group to discuss how Macklin Celebrini has performed throughout his very first Winter Games, if the group can overcome a match without Crosby, Finland's style of play, and how important is Jordan Binnington in net outside of the stats on paper.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.

Former NHL forward and two-time Olympic gold medalist Patrick Marleau (6:32) joins Nick Kypreos and Justin Bourne following Team Canada's slim victory over Czechia in Milan. He shares memories from his time representing Canada on the Olympic stage, Macklin Celebrini's showcase tournament, the impact of Sidney Crosby's absence, and more. Nick and Justin regroup with Sam McKee to react live to Sweden's late equaliser against the USA in the quarterfinals. Then, they get into some NHL storylines, including Paul Coffey rejoining the Oilers' coaching staff, and the team most likely to make a big splash at the trade deadline. Finally, they react to the USA's overtime win and question whether 3-on-3 is the right solution for Olympic overtime.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.

Nick Kypreos, Justin Bourne and Sam McKee begin the show sharing their thoughts on the first three quarterfinal matches in the men's hockey tournament, Nick Suzuki's overtime tying goal, questions around the officiating including a missing a critical too many men penalty, Mitch Marner saving Team Canada's tournament with the OT winner, Sidney Crosby suffering an injury during their game against Czechia and in jeopardy of missing the rest of the Winter Games, and the trust in Jordan Binnington during a tight game. Then, Sportsnet.ca's Luke Fox joins the guys (26:36) from Milano Cortina to weigh in on the Canada vs. Czechia quarterfinal, the team using Crosby's absence as fuel for the match, why the team will need to lean on their depth to finish the tournament on a high, and Macklin Celebrini sharing the spotlight alongside Connor McDavid. 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.

Nick Kypreos, Justin Bourne, and Sam McKee start with a review of the qualification round of Olympic hockey, as the Czechs defeat Switzerland to advance and meet Team Canada. Sportsnet host David Amber joins the show (3:30) to share his impressions of what we've seen in Milan so far, how the Olympics impact international viewership numbers in the NHL, Matthew Tkachuk's trash talk to Leon Draisaitl, and whether Canada's performance in the preliminaries sets them up for success in the knockout rounds. Later, Nick and Justin regroup with Sam to discuss whether Canada should swap a less-than-100% Brad Marchand in for their elimination games and NHL players returning to practice.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.

With the group stage out of the way in Milan, Nick Kypreos, Justin Bourne, and Sam McKee reflect on the Olympic hockey we've seen so far and look ahead to the knockout stage. Sportsnet's Sean Reynolds joins them (5:40) from Italy to share impressions of Canada's men's and women's teams through three games and what changes we might expect in the quarter-finals. Then, he discusses Tom Wilson's fight against France's Pierre Crinon, whether there are any roster-construction regrets, and the pressure on Macklin Celebrini. Later, Nick and Justin regroup with Sam to discuss France suspending Crinon for his fight, Matthew Tkachuk chirping Leon Draisaitl, and mixed perceptions of Auston Matthews by Team USA fans.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.

Nick Kypreos, Justin Bourne and Sam McKee kick off Friday's edition of the program getting set for Canada's second Olympic matchup against Switzerland this afternoon. Doug MacLean, former NHL coach and GM, shares his view on the men's hockey tournament through early portion of the schedule, the difference makers up and down Canada's lineup, and the contenders to take home Gold. After the break, the boys open up the text-line to hear your thoughts ahead of puck drop between Canada and Switzerland and take a look around the Games at some other Olympic sports.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.