Energy Line with Nate and JSB

Welcome to this week’s edition of Energy Line. You know what’s giving Nate and Julie energy this week? Kirill Kaprizov signing a massive, record-breaking deal—right while they were recording. They react in real time with guest Ryan Malone, breaking down the huge news and what it means for the rest of the league. Also, Nate's former Tampa teammate Ryan Malone joins the show to discuss the upcoming season and the inspirational work he's doing with The Malone Family Foundation (hockeyishealing.org). Next time we're back, it'll be opening night. Can't wait.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Nate Thompson and Julie Stewart-Binks launch Energy Line’s season preview with everything from Arizona’s expansion talk to Anze Kopitar’s retirement news. They also discussed two stars getting a bit chippy with the media and Bernie Parent’s legacy, before welcoming current Flyers defenseman Travis Sanheim to the show. Sanheim shared some great stories about playing with Sidney Crosby at Four Nations and touched on his close friendship with Travis Konecny, before Nate and JSB played a game of 2025 pick 'em.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Training camps are about to start in the NHL, and things are getting...Wild Kirill Kaprizov turned down a huge contract offer from Minnesota. Is he on his way out? If so, where will he land? And what will this mean for Connor McDavid's free agency? JT Miller is the 29th captain of the New York Rangers. Nate and Julie talk about why he's the right man for the job. Pete DeBoer reflects on the end of his time in Dallas, and Nate identifies a trend that could be holding back teams coached by DeBoer. Also, Julie and Nate sit down with Jake Oettinger to talk about how he recovered from last year's disappointment, his golf game, and playing for a new coach this upcoming season. This is Energy Line.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

LIVE from the NHL Player Media Tour in Las Vegas 🚨 Patrick Kane joined the show to talk about his 2026 Olympic push, Mike Modano’s record, and Jonathan Toews’ return Pat Brisson also joined to weigh in on Sidney Crosby’s future, Dustin Wolf’s new deal, and a potential Hughes brothers reunion Plus, JSB & Nate break down the Lane Hutson drama — and how his dad’s comments could impact his season This is Energy Line.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Energy Line with Nate & JSB is back as Nate Thompson and Julie Stewart-Binks are back home from vacation. They open the show discussing their trips the last few weeks, Julie’s Italy story and storylines with NHL training camp a few weeks away. Former NHL goalie and TSN analyst Jamie McLellan then joins Nate and JSB. “Noodles” discusses his trip to Italy, the Olympics roster, the future of the Ottawa Senators and the outlook for the Maple Leafs. McLennan also gets into the Connor McDavid contract situation and the Oilers goalie situation.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

This is a special "best of" episode of Energy Line with Nate and JSB. Nate Thompson and Julie Stewart-Binks are joined by some of their best guests so far in the first season of the podcast. Hall of Famer Mark Messier talks about his company Game 7, his personal favorite Game 7 and how he got connected to Danny DeVito. Another Hall of Famer in Jeremy Roenick discusses getting inducted, his changes in his own life and why he knew Matthew Tkachuk was going to be great. Former Florida Panther and now podcaster Keith Yandle breaks down why his old teammate Aleksander Barkov is so elite and stories from playing days to now with Paul “Biz” Bissonnette. Former Capitals head coach Bruce Boudreau breaks down the emotions watching Alex Ovechkin break the all-time goals record and details stories from coaching him.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Energy Line with Nate Thompson and Julie Stewart-Binks open up the show talking about what Nate learned at broadcasting camp. They also get into Julie’s trip to Nashville. Golden Knights head coach Bruce Cassidy then joins Nate and JSB. Cassidy discusses the offseason, Four Nations, the playoffs, adding Mitch Marner and the ending of his time with the Bruins and winning a title in his first season as head coach in Las Vegas.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Energy Line with Nate Thompson and Julie Stewart-Binks open up the show talking about Nate’s journey to New York, broadcasting camp and the state of NHL broadcasting. Newest Carolina Hurricanes forward Nikolaj Ehlers then joins Nate and JSB. Ehlers discusses his new contract with the Hurricanes, how his hockey journey started, leaving the Jets and the emotions that came with it, the extra time it took to finally sign and who he’s excited to play with on the Hurricanes.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Energy Line with Nate Thompson and Julie Stewart-Binks open up the show talking about some of the most impactful signings so far in free agency. They also discuss the CBA changes as well as Gavin McKenna deciding to play for Penn State. Two-time Stanley Cup champion Aaron Ekblad then joins Nate and JSB. Ekblad discusses life after winning a second straight title, the celebrations, trying to contain the Oilers star players, why he signed a new contract to stick with the Panthers and his offseason plan.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Energy Line with Nate Thompson and Julie Stewart-Binks open up the show reacting to the NHL Draft. They discuss the big free agent moves, including Mitch Marner going to Las Vegas and some of the under the radar signings. Sportsnet hockey insider Elliotte Friedman then joins the show. Friedman dives into the free agency frenzy, the stunning K’Andre Miller trade, breaking news and the behind the scenes of reporting during this time and what other moves could be coming.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.