Teeing up Game 1 of the Eastern Conference Final

Jeff kicks off the show with Matt Marchese as they break down their Conn Smythe power rankings ahead of the Conference Finals, before getting into how Bill Zito has transformed the Panthers and the Avalanche's offer for Artemi Panarin in 2019-2020. Next, Panthers analyst George Richards joins the show to tee up Game 1 of the Eastern Conference Final (32:20). Later on, former NHL defenceman Chris Wideman stops by to discuss how miserable it is to play against Matthew Tkachuk, embellishment and goaltender interference calls in the playoffs, and his expectations for this round of the Stanley Cup Playoffs (50:04). 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.