
The Chris Johnston Show
Leading NHL insider, Chris Johnston, is joined by The Athletic’s Julian McKenzie to discuss the biggest stories from around the hockey world.
Latest episodes

Nov 28, 2024 • 55min
Rangers Open For Business? | The Chris Johnston Show
On This episode of The Chris Johnston show Julian McKenzie and Chris Johnston go over a variety of topics including:00:00 - Trade market heating up earlier than usual?3:00 - David Jiricek rumours10:30 - Rangers open for business25:00 Ottawa aggressively looking for defenceman43:30 Stick TapsVisit this episode's sponsors:STORYWORTH: https://storyworth.com/johnstonFollow us on Twitter: @sdpnsportsFollow us on Instagram: @sdpnsportsReach out to https://www.sdpn.ca/sales to connect with our sales team and discuss the opportunity to integrate your brand within our content! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Nov 25, 2024 • 51min
Blues Move For Montgomery | The Chris Johnston Show
On This episode of The Chris Johnston show Julian McKenzie and Chris Johnston go over a variety of topics including:00:00 -Jim Montgomery hired by Blues6:50 - Drew Bannister9:05 - Auston Matthews injury update12:20 Kirill Kaprizov16:15 Reaves and Nurse back and forth21:00 Sidney Crosby's 600th goal and wanting to win29:15 Jumbo Joe30:50 Ask CJ including Ottawa struggles & Leafs tradesVisit this episode's sponsors:STORYWORTH: https://storyworth.com/johnstonFollow us on Twitter: @sdpnsportsFollow us on Instagram: @sdpnsportsReach out to https://www.sdpn.ca/sales to connect with our sales team and discuss the opportunity to integrate your brand within our content! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Nov 21, 2024 • 42min
More Changes In Boston? | The Chris Johnston Show
On This episode of The Chris Johnston show Julian McKenzie and Chris Johnston go over a variety of topics including:00:00 -Jim Montgomery fired by Bruins16:00 - If Boston doesn't turn it around, what happens next?18:12 - Auston Matthews injury update26:45 J.T. Miller29:15 Ovechkin injured during goal streak31:55 Stick TapsFollow us on Twitter: @sdpnsportsFollow us on Instagram: @sdpnsportsReach out to https://www.sdpn.ca/sales to connect with our sales team and discuss the opportunity to integrate your brand within our content! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Nov 18, 2024 • 55min
Huge Salary Cap Boost? | The Chris Johnston Show
On This episode of The Chris Johnston show Julian McKenzie and Chris Johnston go over a variety of topics including:00:00 -Ryan Reaves suspension7:50 - Ovechkin hot streak18:40 - McDavid 1000 points27:00 Big salary cap boost?38:10 Avalanche getting healthy40:15 Ask CJVisit this episode's sponsors:SHOPIFY: https://shopify.com/johnstonFollow us on Twitter: @sdpnsportsFollow us on Instagram: @sdpnsportsReach out to https://www.sdpn.ca/sales to connect with our sales team and discuss the opportunity to integrate your brand within our content! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Nov 14, 2024 • 39min
Pittsburgh Fire Sale? | The Chris Johnston Show
On This episode of The Chris Johnston show Julian McKenzie and Chris Johnston go over a variety of topics including:00:00 - Leafs corner5:20 - Pittsburgh fire sale?13:15 - What's missing in Montreal?18:15 - McDavid close to 100027:50 Stick TapsFollow us on Twitter: @sdpnsportsFollow us on Instagram: @sdpnsportsReach out to https://www.sdpn.ca/sales to connect with our sales team and discuss the opportunity to integrate your brand within our content! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Nov 11, 2024 • 1h 2min
Zegras Off The Market? | The Chris Johnston Show
On This episode of The Chris Johnston show Julian McKenzie and Chris Johnston go over a variety of topics including:00:00 - The SDPN House4:10 - Winnipeg's record breaking start20:25 - Hall Of Fame weekend37:45 - Kaprizov's next deal42:50 - Trevor Zegras staying put?45:10 Do the Leafs need a centre?47:00 Ask CJFollow us on Twitter: @sdpnsportsFollow us on Instagram: @sdpnsportsReach out to https://www.sdpn.ca/sales to connect with our sales team and discuss the opportunity to integrate your brand within our content! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Nov 7, 2024 • 40min
Predators Rebuild? | The Chris Johnston Show
On This episode of The Chris Johnston show Julian McKenzie and Chris Johnston go over a variety of topics including:00:00 - What's going on in Nashville?4:15 - Reactions to Barry Trotz' comments/any trade buzz8:00 - Andrew Brunette9:30 - Dylan Holloway12:10 Latest on Matthews injury/league injuries18:40 Payment deferrals27:15 Goalie interference32:30 Stick TapsVisit this episode's sponsors:MINT MOBILE: https://mintmobile.com/johnstonFollow us on Twitter: @sdpnsportsFollow us on Instagram: @sdpnsportsReach out to https://www.sdpn.ca/sales to connect with our sales team and discuss the opportunity to integrate your brand within our content! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Nov 4, 2024 • 1h 3min
Time To Make A Deal? | The Chris Johnston Show
On This episode of The Chris Johnston show Julian McKenzie and Chris Johnston go over a variety of topics including:00:00 - Maple Leafs need to make a trade4:15 - Weekend losses for Toronto6:20 - Leafs powerplay8:40 - David Pastrnak benched & Bruins season so far17:30 4 Nations roster debate30:15 Alex Ovechkin37:45 Islanders injuries41:00 McDavid/Celebrini updates43:00 Ask CJVisit this episode's sponsors:MINT MOBILE: https://mintmobile.com/johnstonFollow us on Twitter: @sdpnsportsFollow us on Instagram: @sdpnsportsReach out to https://www.sdpn.ca/sales to connect with our sales team and discuss the opportunity to integrate your brand within our content! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Oct 31, 2024 • 50min
Breaking Down The Liljegren Trade | The Chris Johnston Show
On This episode of The Chris Johnston show Julian McKenzie and Chris Johnston go over a variety of topics including:00:00 - Halloween costumes5:00 - Sharks acquire Liljegren from Maple Leafs11:15 - More trades?12:30 - Connor McDavid injury16:30 Avalanche injuries24:00 Canadiens struggling30:00 Martin St. Louis32:30 Flames losing streak36:20 PWHL expansion39:20 Stick TapsVisit this episode's sponsors:SHOPIFY: https://shopify.com/johnstonFollow us on Twitter: @sdpnsportsFollow us on Instagram: @sdpnsportsReach out to https://www.sdpn.ca/sales to connect with our sales team and discuss the opportunity to integrate your brand within our content! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Oct 28, 2024 • 52min
Paid McCabe | The Chris Johnston Show
On This episode of The Chris Johnston show Julian McKenzie and Chris Johnston go over a variety of topics including:00:00 - Jake McCabe's extension with the Leafs4:30 - Worry-o-meter for Toronto15:20 - Tristan Jarry sent down19:45 - Lafreniere contract extension with the Rangers26:30 Stamkos returns to Tampa32:15 Ask CJFollow us on Twitter: @sdpnsportsFollow us on Instagram: @sdpnsportsReach out to https://www.sdpn.ca/sales to connect with our sales team and discuss the opportunity to integrate your brand within our content! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices