Hey everyone, hope you are doing well. Tonight, we are back again for another great Episode 21 of Season 7 of Two Guys & Hockey Talk for the first episode of the year. It has been a very busy time in the world of hockey so let’s get into it:
- Olympics Have Begun – The 2026 Olympics have started and with that we are about to see the best on best between the men and women. The U.S.A Women’s Team made History by defeating Canada 5-0 in the women’s Olympic group stage, giving Canada their first-ever Olympic shutout loss, with multiple goal scorers and strong goaltending coming out of the US side. The means side begins today and we will get to see some of the best on best as the tournament continues on. Should be some exciting hockey.
- Islanders Take Care of Business – The New York Islanders have renewed their partnership with Delmar International Inc., a global logistics and supply chain company, continuing their multi-year collaboration. The deal keeps Delmar’s branding featured throughout UBS Arena and during broadcasts, reflecting both organizations’ shared focus on community engagement, regional connection, and business growth. Delmar leaders highlighted the partnership’s community initiatives and their long-standing relationship with the team, including supporting military families and local charities.
- AHL and CCM Hockey Deal – American Hockey League (AHL) and CCM Hockey have extended their long-standing partnership, ensuring CCM will remain the league’s official equipment supplier and continue providing advanced sticks, protective gear, and uniforms to all 32 AHL teams. Under the renewed agreement, CCM will also keep supplying head-to-toe referee and linesperson uniforms, sponsor the AHL All-Star Classic with jerseys and event apparel, and retain exclusive rights to produce official on-ice and replica jerseys, as well as licensed Calder Cup championship hats and shirts. League officials highlighted that the relationship with CCM has been a key part of the AHL’s success for over two decades, while CCM’s leadership emphasized its commitment to equipping players with high-performance gear and supporting the development of hockey talent.
- The Loss of another Legend – We are saddened to learn that Jim Robson, the legendary voice of the Vancouver Canucks, has died at the age of 91. Robson was the team’s first NHL play-by-play announcer, beginning with Vancouver’s expansion season in 1970, and he called over 2,000 games across nearly three decades before retiring in 1999. His voice became synonymous with major moments in Canucks history, and he remained a beloved figure in the community long after his broadcast career ended. Robson’s impact on the franchise and its fans was honoured by the team, with the broadcast booth at Rogers Arena now bearing his name. We wish his family and friends our thoughts and condolences.
- CHL’s TOP 50 – To mark their 50th anniversary, the Canadian Hockey League (CHL) has unveiled a list of the Top 50 players from the past 50 years, celebrating the most influential and accomplished alumni across its three member leagues: the WHL, OHL, and QMJHL. The list features a star-studded mix of Hockey Hall of Famers and elite NHL talent, including legends like Wayne Gretzky, Sidney Crosby, Connor McDavid, and Connor Bedard, along with former Vancouver Canucks Roberto Luongo and Cam Neely among the honourees. The selections were made by a panel of media experts who considered players’ junior success, professional careers, awards, championships, and overall impact on the game.
- Leon Draisaitl calling out Oilers Management – After the Edmonton Oilers’ 4–3 loss to the Calgary Flames, star forward Leon Draisaitl didn’t hold back in his post-game comments, expressing clear frustration with how the team has been playing. Even though he scored two power-play goals, Draisaitl said the Oilers have been “not good enough” and too inconsistent, stressing that improvements need to come from everyone, starting with the coaching staff and leadership at the top and not just a few players. He highlighted that the team can be better overall and said they’ll use the upcoming break to regroup, signaling urgency and dissatisfaction with recent struggles on both ends of the ice.
- KHL News – The KHL is seeing significant shifts this season, with CSKA Moscow emerging as a new favourite due to key changes in personnel and goaltending that could alter the league’s competitive balance. Meanwhile, Curtis Valk has departed Avtomobilist Yekaterinburg by mutual agreement, becoming a free agent, and former NHL forward Jimmy Vesey is reportedly considering a move to the KHL for more playing opportunities. Player movement between leagues continues, highlighted by the New York Islanders signing French forward Pierrick Dubé following his KHL contract termination, underscoring the ongoing cross‑pollination of talent between the NHL and KHL.
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