Welcome back, everyone! Today, our veins are coursing with patriotism as we revel in the ongoing Olympics. The summer games have us hyped for the upcoming Winter Olympics and the Four Nations Face-Off.

In this episode, we dive into the NHL's latest happenings. We'll discuss the impressive job Peacock has done with their Gold Zone feature, and how NBC's past shortcomings with the NHL are a distant memory. We'll also reflect on the impact of streaming on how we consume Olympic events today.

We have some fun with our fans, offering new hard hat stickers for you to plaster anywhere from your cooler to your car. And don't miss our engaging discussion on potential trades, including the intriguing suggestion of Jonathan Huberdeau's move from the Calgary Flames.

In our deep-dive segment, we explore the latest transactions and discuss their implications. From Kirill Marchenko's deal with the Columbus Blue Jackets to Brock Faber's promising future with the Minnesota Wild, we'll give you our rapid reactions and predictions.

Our preseason primers continue with in-depth analysis of the Washington Capitals, Carolina Hurricanes, and Columbus Blue Jackets. We'll examine their offseason moves, key players, and potential for the upcoming season. Can the Caps help Ovechkin break Gretzky's goal record? Will the Canes overcome their aging blue line and inconsistent goaltending? Can the Blue Jackets' young talent blossom under new leadership?

Finally, we wrap up with our Hard Hat of the Week segment, celebrating those who have shown exceptional grit and determination. Tune in to find out who made the cut this week.

Stay tuned for next week's episode as we conclude our Metropolitan Division previews with the Pittsburgh Penguins, New York Islanders, and New York Rangers. Hockey season is just around the corner, and we can't wait to bring you all the action!

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