The Chris Johnston Show

In episode two of the Future of Sports series, The Athletic's Mike Smeltz looks at how the team experience may change in the future: increased use of technology in gameplay, robotic umpires and the unique initiatives of a startup sports league. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

In episode one of the Future of Sports series, The Athletic's Mike Smeltz looks at how the fan experience may change: how going to games, watching games at home and how memorabilia is shifting from physical to digital. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

On this episode of The Chris Johnston Show, Florida man CJ is back (00:00), if the Maple Leafs can get it done (7:00), the Florida Panthers drought (18:00), if Connor McDavid is under pressure (27:00), the rest of the playoff picture (38:00) and end the week with Stick Taps (45:00).Originally aired: May 12, 2022Watch the full episode here: https://youtu.be/dqRND87RKEMVisit https://sdpn.ca for merch and more.Individuals must be 19 years of age or older to open a Sports Interaction account. Terms and Conditions apply. Any opinion expressed is not advice, a promise or suggestion that increases the chance of winning. Gambling can be addictive, please play responsibly. To learn more, visit: https://help.sportsinteraction.com/hc.... Or if you have concerns about a gambling problem, call ConnexOntario 1-866-531-2600. Sports Interaction is subject to successful AGCO registration and execution of an Operating Agreement with iGaming Ontario. The Eligible iGames conducted and managed by iGO are only available to those physically present in the Province of Ontario.Visit this episode's sponsors:European Wax Centre: https://waxcenter.comBetter Help: https://betterhelp.com/johnstonAthletic Greens: https://athleticgreens.com/johnstonSports Interaction: https://sportsinteraction.com/sdpnWe've joined The Athletic and you can too! Hit the link to subscribe: https://theathletic.com/hockeypodFollow us on Twitter: @ReporterChris & @JkaMckenzie Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

On this episode of The Chris Johnston Show, a day in the life of a reporter on the road (00:00), the playoff blowouts and goalie changes (5:00), if Game 4 was a breaking point for the Leafs (16:00), Brad Marchand and the Bruins are back (28:00), the Panthers are in trouble (42:00) and your questions on #AskCJ (46:00). Chris then joins us again from the airport to discuss the firing of Barry Trotz (52:00).Originally aired: May 9, 2022Watch the full episode here: https://youtu.be/bz9FHqvwX8QVisit https://sdpn.ca for merch and more.Individuals must be 19 years of age or older to open a Sports Interaction account. Terms and Conditions apply. Any opinion expressed is not advice, a promise or suggestion that increases the chance of winning. Gambling can be addictive, please play responsibly. To learn more, visit: https://help.sportsinteraction.com/hc.... Or if you have concerns about a gambling problem, call ConnexOntario 1-866-531-2600. Sports Interaction is subject to successful AGCO registration and execution of an Operating Agreement with iGaming Ontario. The Eligible iGames conducted and managed by iGO are only available to those physically present in the Province of Ontario.Visit this episode's sponsors:European Wax Centre: https://waxcenter.comBetter Help: https://betterhelp.com/johnstonAthletic Greens: https://athleticgreens.com/johnstonSports Interaction: https://sportsinteraction.com/sdpnWe've joined The Athletic and you can too! Hit the link to subscribe: https://theathletic.com/hockeypodFollow us on Twitter: @ReporterChris & @JkaMckenzie Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

On this episode of The Chris Johnston Show, what series besides the Maple Leafs Chris would like to cover (3:00), early Conn Smythe favourites (17:00), Tampa's big victory (20:00), Hurricanes getting it done without goalies (28:00), the Oilers coming back in a big way and some spicy pork (37:00). The guys also talk about Carey Price (58:00), the Winnipeg Jets (1:02) and end the week with Stick Taps (1:09).Originally aired: May 5, 2022Watch the full episode here: https://youtu.be/yB6YW8NvFMYVisit https://sdpn.ca for merch and more.Individuals must be 19 years of age or older to open a Sports Interaction account. Terms and Conditions apply. Any opinion expressed is not advice, a promise or suggestion that increases the chance of winning. Gambling can be addictive, please play responsibly. To learn more, visit: https://help.sportsinteraction.com/hc.... Or if you have concerns about a gambling problem, call ConnexOntario 1-866-531-2600. Sports Interaction is subject to successful AGCO registration and execution of an Operating Agreement with iGaming Ontario. The Eligible iGames conducted and managed by iGO are only available to those physically present in the Province of Ontario.Visit this episode's sponsors:facebook.com/europeanwaxcenterhttps://delltechnologiespodference.comhttps://athleticgreens.com/johnstonhttps://sportsinteraction.com/sdpnWe've joined The Athletic and you can too! Hit the link to subscribe: https://theathletic.com/hockeypodFollow us on Twitter: @ReporterChris & @JkaMckenzie Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

On this episode of The Chris Johnston Show, Stanley Cup odds (00:00), NHL Awards poll (16:00), first round playoff preview of every series (35:00) and you questions on #AskCJ (52:00).Originally aired: May 2, 2022Watch the full episode here: https://youtu.be/ts0Sccb9HMoVisit https://sdpn.ca for merch and more.Individuals must be 19 years of age or older to open a Sports Interaction account. Terms and Conditions apply. Any opinion expressed is not advice, a promise or suggestion that increases the chance of winning. Gambling can be addictive, please play responsibly. To learn more, visit: https://help.sportsinteraction.com/hc.... Or if you have concerns about a gambling problem, call ConnexOntario 1-866-531-2600. Sports Interaction is subject to successful AGCO registration and execution of an Operating Agreement with iGaming Ontario. The Eligible iGames conducted and managed by iGO are only available to those physically present in the Province of Ontario.Visit this episode's sponsors:https://athleticgreens.com/johnstonfacebook.com/europeanwaxcenterhttps://delltechnologiespodference.com/https://sportsinteraction.com/sdpnWe've joined The Athletic and you can too! Hit the link to subscribe: https://theathletic.com/hockeypodFollow us on Twitter: @ReporterChris & @JkaMckenzie Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

On this episode of The Chris Johnston Show, Auston Matthews hits 60 goals (1:00), Steven Stamkos blisters to 100 points (10:00), what happened with the Vegas Golden Knights (20:00), the Montreal Canadiens clinching a top-3 pick (26:00), and Chris and Julian take a look at their Contenders/Pretenders for the playoffs (28:00) while ending the week with Stick Taps (38:00).Originally aired: April 28, 2022Watch the full episode here: https://youtu.be/Ad-GCkLp97IVisit https://sdpn.ca for merch and more.Visit this episode's sponsors:https://athleticgreens.com/johnstonWe've joined The Athletic and you can too! Hit the link to subscribe: https://theathletic.com/hockeypodFollow us on Twitter: @ReporterChris & @JkaMckenzie Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

On this episode of The Chris Johnston Show, remembering Guy Lafleur and his legacy (00:00), the future of women coaches in the NHL (21:00), the Vegas Golden Knights playoff hopes dashed (36:00) and your questions on #AskCJ including strawberry milk and NHL referees (42:00).Originally aired: April 25, 2022Watch the full episode here: https://youtu.be/TVBk_9ul_6MVisit https://sdpn.ca for merch and more.Visit this episode's sponsors:https://athleticgreens.com/johnstonWe've joined The Athletic and you can too! Hit the link to subscribe: https://theathletic.com/hockeypodFollow us on Twitter: @ReporterChris & @JkaMckenzie Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

On this episode of The Chris Johnston Show, vote in the CJ Show Fan Vote: https://forms.gle/u5Rr2E1zaYV4yzdJ9 AND participate in #CJShowFanFriday (00:00), the Vegas Golden Knights beat the Capitals to stay in the West playoff race (05:00), the muted celebration of Ovechkin's 9th 50 goal season (15:00), Evander Kane's grievance hearing is taking place in New York (25:00), Scott Smith named CEO of Hockey Canada CEO (33:00), Pierre LeBrun notes that TEN head coaches do not have contracts for next year (37:30), will Auston Matthews lose the Hart Trophy because of his current injury? (40:00), and Stick Taps! (46:00).Originally aired: April 21, 2022Watch the full episode here: https://youtu.be/M4Kp4EbnYU0Visit https://sdpn.ca for merch and more.Visit this episode's sponsors:https://hellofresh.com/johnston16https://waxcenter.com/@europeanwaxWe've joined The Athletic and you can too! Hit the link to subscribe: https://theathletic.com/hockeypodFollow us on Twitter: @ReporterChris & @JkaMckenzie Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

On this episode of The Chris Johnston Show, the NHLPA report and future of Donald Fehr (2:00), the Eugene Melnyk era as the Ottawa Senators owner (14:00), remembering Mike Bossy (26:00), Carey Price's return (30:00), the Maple Leafs record setting season (33:00 and your questions on #AskCJ (40:00).Originally aired: April 18, 2022Watch the full episode here: https://youtu.be/xbji82I2l8UVisit https://sdpn.ca for merch and more.Visit this episode's sponsors:https://hellofresh.com/johnston16https://waxcenter.com/@europeanwaxWe've joined The Athletic and you can too! Hit the link to subscribe: https://theathletic.com/hockeypodFollow us on Twitter: @ReporterChris & @JkaMckenzie Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices