We're back! Brett Merriman and NRD aka @NHLRumorsDaily are back on Cold Stove to break down the Stanley Cup Finals and look ahead to the offseason: Vegas gets it done easily Coaching carousel NYR offseason scenarios McDavid & Matthews Houston, Salt Lake, Atlanta, oh my Senators sold NHL Draft preview Our Partner: Shopify: Sign up for a $1 per month free trial at Shopify.com/stove

We're back on Cold Stove with Brett Merriman and @NHLRumorsDaily with special guest, Dave Ruff, of Washed Media. All about breaking down Round 2 of the Stanley Cup Playoffs PLUS an Arizona Coyotes update. Our Partner: Shopify: Get a $1-per-month free trial at Shopify.com/stove

NRD and Brett Merriman are back on Cold Stove this week ahead of the playoffs - Wild Card race - Who's dangerous? - Connor Bedard done with Juniors - Predators sale Our Partners Birddogs: Go to Birddogs.com and use code STOVE to get a free Yeti-style tumbler with your order Shopify: Go to Shopify.com/stove to get a $1-per-month trial period

This week on Cold Stove, NRD aka @NHLRumorsDaily and Brett Merriman take you along for the ride as they break down the playoff races, Chuck Fletcher's exit, and a potential best-on-best international hockey tournament. - Chuck OUT - Playoff races across the board - Sabres stink but at least they have Levi - Best on best international hockey - Senators sale? - More expansion talk & the business of hockey Our Partner Shopify: Get a $1-per-month trial at Shopify.com/stove

This week on Cold Stove, NRD and Brett Merriman break down the trades made ahead of the deadline. Winners & losers and where teams go from here

This week on Cold Stove, Brett Merriman and NRD aka @NHLRumorsDaily are breaking down everything in the league almost a week ahead of the trade deadline:  - Trade breakdowns from almost every team  - Trade hotlist for players - NHL Street coming to a city near you  Our Partner:  Shopify: Get a $1-per-month trial period at Shopify.com/stove

The Trade Deadline is TWO weeks from today and we're far too antsy for something to happen. Here's what's on Cold Stove this week with Brett Merriman and NRD aka @NHLRumorsDaily:  - Trade deadline nears - who's on the move? - "Trade related reasons" - Bally is bankrupt? - Brett's team is playoff bound (not the Sabres)  Our Partner: Shopify: Sign up for a $1-per-month trial period at Shopify.com/stove

TRADES! Vladimir Tarasenko ends up on Broadway and plenty more to come as we get closer to the March 3rd trade deadline. Cold Stove breaks it all down with NRD aka @NHLRumorsDaily and Brett Merriman. Lots to get to today:  - Tarasenko trade and what the return means for the rest of the league - Sabres are in the business of "sustainable winning" - NRD hates the Maple Leafs - Trade deadline primer - Stars fan punched in the face  Our Partners: Rhone: Upgrade your closet with Rhone and use STOVE to save 20% at Rhone.com/STOVE Shopify: Sign up for a $1-per-month trial period at Shopify.com/stove (all lowercase)

Happy All Star Weekend, fans of Cold Stove. HEATED episode this week as Brett Merriman and NRD aka @NHLRumorsDaily do their best to fix the NHL's TV ratings problem and break down the latest from around the league.  - Bo Horvat is an Islander  - Who's traded next? - NHL rookie deal structure. Should Bedard hold out? - NHL ratings are down. Can it be explained?  - Fixing the NHL's marketing problem Our Partners: DraftKings: Download the DraftKings Sportsbook App and use code WASHED to get $200 in BONUS BETS INSTANTLY Shopify: Sign up for a $1 PER MONTH trial period at shopify.com/stove (all lowercase)  Gambling Problem? Call 877-8-HOPENY/text HOPENY (467369) (NY), If you or someone you know has a gambling problem, crisis counseling and referral services can be accessed by calling 1-800-GAMBLER (1-800-426-2537) (CO/IL/IN/LA/MD/MI/NJ/OH/PA/TN/WV/WY), 1-800-NEXT STEP (AZ), 1-800-522-4700 (KS/NH), 888-789-7777/visit ccpg.org (CT), 1-800-BETS OFF (IA), visit OPGR.org (OR), or 1-888-532-3500 (VA). 21+ (18+ NH/WY). Physically present in AZ/CO/CT/IL/IN/IA/KS/LA(select parishes)/MD/MI/NJ/NY/OH/PA/TN/VA/WV/WY only. Void in ONT. Eligibility restrictions apply. $200 in Bonus Bets: Valid 1 per new customer. Min. $5 deposit. Min $5 bet. Promo code req. $200 issued as bonus bets that expire 7 days (168 hours) after being awarded. Bonus must be wagered 1x and stake is not included in any returns or winnings. Super Boost: Valid 1 Odds Boost Token per customer after opt-in each day for eligible Super Bowl LVII prop markets only. Token must be used BEFORE placing eligible bet between 6-9PM ET daily. Odds boosts and prop markets will vary. Max bet limits apply. Tokens are non-cashable, non-refundable, and cannot be withdrawn. Boost Token expire daily at 9PM ET. There are no restrictions on the funds a customer will receive if their bet wins. If their bet loses, they will not receive any reward. Offer period valid 2/6/23 - 2/11/23. See terms at sportsbook.draftkings.com/footballterms.

We'll fix NRD's audio next week - that's a PROMISE. Back to talk all things hockey with Brett Merriman and NRD aka @NHLRumorsDaily on Cold Stove  - Where will Timo Meier land?  - Dysfunction in Vancouver  - All Star Game defensemen - Bankrupt Bally - "Nobody tanks" - Gary Bettman  - St. Louis Blues making moves  Our Partners DraftKings: Bet $5 on the games this weekend and get $200 in FREE BETS INSTANTLY when you sign up at DraftKings Sportsbook with code WASHED Shopify: Get a $1-per-month trial to start selling today at shopify.com/stove  Gambling Problem? Call 877-8-HOPENY/text HOPENY (467369) (NY), If you or someone you know has a gambling problem, crisis counseling and referral services can be accessed by calling 1-800-GAMBLER (1-800-426-2537) (CO/IL/IN/LA/MD/MI/NJ/PA/TN/WV/WY), 1-800-NEXT STEP (AZ), 1-800-522-4700 (KS/NH), 888-789-7777/visit ccpg.org (CT), 1-800-BETS OFF (IA), visit OPGR.org (OR), or 1-888-532-3500 (VA).21+ (18+ NH/WY). Physically present in AZ/CO/CT/IL/IN/IA/KS/LA(select parishes)/MD/MI/NJ/NY/PA/TN/VA/WV/WY only. Void in OH/ONT. Eligibility restrictions apply. $200 in Free Bets: Valid 1 per new customer. Min. $5 deposit. Min $5 bet. Promo code req. $200 issued as free bets that expire 7 days (168 hours) after being awarded. Free bets must be wagered 1x and stake is not included in any returns or winnings. Stepped up Same Game Parlay: 1 Stepped Up Same Game Parlay Token issued per eligible NFL playoff game after opt-in. Min $1 bet. Max bet limits apply. Min. 3-leg. Each leg min. -300 odds, total bet +100 odds or longer. Profit boosted up to 100% (10+ legs for 100% boost). Promotional offer period ends 2/12/23 at 11:59:59 PM ET.See terms at sportsbook.draftkings.com/footballterms

Back from a holiday break on the Cold Stove Podcast! NRD aka NHL Rumors Daily rides shotgun as Brett Merriman hosts the show that breaks down the latest from around the league. Heres's what we've got this week: - Winter Classic had some juice again  - Colorado can't seem to figure it out  - Is Buffalo a playoff team?  - Tanking for Bedard in Chicago?  - The latest in Philly  - Hank hosting Ryan Reynolds  - Mario's house for sale  Our Partners Rhone: Get 20% OFF your order when you head to Rhone.com/STOVE and use code STOVE  DraftKings: Bet just $5 and get $200 in FREE BETS when you download the DraftKings Sportsbook App and use code WASHED Gambling Problem? Call 877-8-HOPENY/text HOPENY (467369) (NY), If you or someone you know has a gambling problem, crisis counseling and referral services can be accessed by calling 1-800-GAMBLER (1-800-426-2537) (IL/IN/LA/MD/MI/NJ/PA/TN/WV/WY), 1-800-NEXT STEP (AZ), 1-800-522-4700 (CO/KS/NH), 888-789-7777/visit ccpg.org (CT), 1-800-BETS OFF (IA), visit OPGR.org (OR), or 1-888-532-3500 (VA). 21+ (18+ NH/WY). Physically present in AZ/CO/CT/IL/IN/IA/KS/LA(select parishes)/MD/MI /NJ/ NY/PA/TN/VA/WV/WY only. VOID IN OH/ONT. Eligibility restrictions apply. Free bets: Valid 1 per new customer. Min. $5 deposit. Min $5 bet. $200 issued as free bets that expire 7 days (168 hours) after being awarded.  See terms at sportsbook.draftkings.com/footballterms. No Sweat: Valid 1 offer per customer per day of NFL 2023 Wild Card Round. Opt in req each day. First bet must lose after opting in. NFL bets only. Paid as one (1) free bet based on amount of initial losing bet. Max $10 free bet awarded. Free bets expire 7 days (168 hours) after being awarded. See terms at sportsbook.draftkings.com/footballterms.

Quick episode of Cold Stove this week ahead of the holiday break to get you the latest from around the league with NHLRumorsDaily aka NRD and Brett Merriman.  - Did NRD get outed on Twitter? - Torts vs. Hayes - Brett will NOT be attending the Sabres game... - New Jersey falling back to Earth? - World Juniors next week  - Gifting teams something for Christmas  Our Partners: Factor: Head to Go.Factor75.com/STOVE60 and use code stove60 to get 60% OFF your first box  DraftKings: Download the DraftKings Sportsbook App and use promo code WASHED to win $150 in FREE BETS when you place a $5 wager on any NHL team to win their game and they get the W If you or someone you know has a gambling problem, crisis counseling and referral services can be accessed by calling 1-800-GAMBLER (1-800-426-2537) (IL/IN/LA/MI/NJ/PA/TN/WV/WY), 1-800-NEXT STEP (AZ), 1-800-522-4700 (CO/NH), 888-789-7777/visit http://ccpg.org (CT), 1-800-BETS OFF (IA), 877-8-HOPENY/text HOPENY (467369) (NY), visit OPGR.org (OR), call/text TN REDLINE 1-800-889-9789 (TN), or 1-888-532-3500 (VA). 21+ (18+ NH/WY). Physically present in AZ/CO/CT/IL/IN/IA/LA(select parishes)/MI /NJ/NY/PA/TN/VA/WV/WY only. Void in ONT. Valid 1 per new customer. Min. $5 deposit. Min $5 pregame moneyline bet. Bet must win. $150 issued as six (6) $25 free bets. Free Bets are non-cashable and cannot be withdrawn. Free bets must be wagered 1x and stake is not included in any returns or winnings. Free Bets expire 7 days (168 hours) after being awarded. Promotional offer period ends 12/30/22 at 11:59pm ET.. See terms at sportsbook.draftkings.com/hockeyterms. NHL and the NHL Shield are registered trademarks of the National Hockey League. © NHL 2022. All Rights Reserved

This week on Cold Stove, NRD and Brett Merriman are back to break down the latest from around the league.  - Horvat unhappy in Vancouver?  - We have hockey trades !  - Blowing up the Blues? Maybe the Blue Jackets?  - Cap increase only $1 million? - Ovi hits 800 - According to Gary Bettman, fans LOVE the digital ads  - Potential schedule changes on the way  Our Partner FitBod: Get 25% OFF your subscription by going to fitbod.me/STOVE

BIG week in hockey as the holiday season is upon us. Cold Stove hosted by Brett Merriman and NRD aka @NHLRumorsDaily is here to break down the latest from around the league. Here's what we're working with today:  - Tage Thompson is a star - Why is scoring up across the league over the last few years?  - Boeser and Horvat out in Vancouver? - Latest in Philly - Jordan Binnington: asshole  - NHL expansion imminent? Again? - Does Gaudreau regret the Columbus decision? Our Partner Shopify: Sign up for a FREE TRIAL at Shopify.com/stove

This week on Cold Stove, Brett Merriman hosts with NHL Rumors Daily aka NRD as his co-pilot breaking down the latest from around the NHL. Here's what we're working with today:  - Chuck Fletcher's time in Philly coming to an end? - Rangers still can't figure it out - Pat Maroon vs. Jack Edwards - Robertson is the future face of the league - Optimistic/Pessimistic case for Florida, Calgary, and Nashville - Sid the kid doesn't age - Prayers up for Kris Letang  Our Partners: Shopify: Sign up for a FREE trial at shopify.com/stove Factor: Get 60% OFF your first box by going to go.factor75.com/stove60 and using code stove60 at checkout DraftKings: Get $150 in FREE BETS when you place a $5 wager on DraftKings Sportsbook App and sign up with code WASHED (if you win that wager) If you or someone you know has a gambling problem, crisis counseling and referral services can be accessed by calling 877-8-HOPENY/text HOPENY (467369) (NY) 1-800-GAMBLER (1-800-426-2537) (IL/IN/LA/MI/NJ/PA/TN/WV/WY), 1-800-NEXT STEP (AZ), 1-800-522-4700 (CO/KS/NH), 888-789-7777/visit http://ccpg.org (CT), 1-800-BETS OFF (IA), visit OPGR.org (OR), or 1-888-532-3500 (VA). 21+ (18+ NH/WY). Physically present in AZ/CO/CT/IL/IN/IA/KS/LA(select parishes)/MI/NJ/NY/PA/TN/VA/WV/WY only. Void in ONT.Valid 1 per new customer. Min. $5 deposit. Min. $5 pre-game moneyline bet. Bet must win. $150 issued as six (6) $25 free bets. See terms at sportsbook.draftkings.com/footballterms. Ends 12/30/22 at 11:59PM ET. Sponsored by DK.

This week on Cold Stove, Brett Merriman hosts with NHL Rumors Daily aka NRD as his co-pilot breaking down the latest from around the NHL. Here's what we're looking at:  - Brett has an apology for the City of Boston - NRD apologizes to the Devils  - Boeser and Karlsson trade smoke? - Sabres skid - Blues are back? - Rangers and Flyers are who we thought they might be  - Hellebuyck revenge year  Our Partners:  NordVPN: Get a HUGE discount off your NordVPN Plan PLUS free threat protection PLUS one additional month for free by going to NordVPN.com/STOVE and using code STOVE FitBod: Get 25% OFF your subscription to FitBod by going to FitBod.me/STOVE

Eichel goes for three in Buffalo last night as the Sabres skid continues. Much more from around the league on Cold Stove featuring Brett Merriman and NHL Rumors Daily aka NRD. News and notes from the NHL for you every week:  - Brodeur and the Devils extend  - McAvoy is healthy  - Evander Kane missing time  - Chicago has decisions to make with their stars - Ryan Reynolds buying the Senators?  - Werenski out for the year  Our Partners BetterHelp: Get 10% OFF your first month of online therapy by going to BetterHelp.com/STOVE  NordVPN: Get a HUGE discount off your NordVPN Plan PLUS free threat protection PLUS one additional month for free by going to NordVPN.com/STOVE and using code STOVE

As the first 10 or so games of the season have kicked off, NHL Rumors Daily aka NRD and Brett Merriman break down the winners and losers so far. Cold Stove has you covered for all news, notes, and speculation from around the league.  - Boston and Buffalo. Wagons? - Toronto floundering  - Are the Devils for real?  - What's the deal with the Pacific division?  - The McDavid show  - Ryan Reynolds interested in the Ottawa Senators?  Our Partners:  DraftKings: Bet $5 and on any NHL team and get $200 in FREE BETS if they win when you download the DraftKings Sportsbook App and use code WASHED NordVPN: Go to NordVPN.com/STOVE and use code STOVE for a huge discount off your NordVPN plan PLUS free threat protection PLUS 1 additional month for FREE. Risk free with Nord's 30 day money back guarantee.  If you or someone you know has a gambling problem, crisis counseling and referral services can be accessed by calling 1-800-GAMBLER (1-800-426-2537) (IL/IN/LA/MI/NJ/PA/WV/WY), 1-800-NEXT STEP (AZ), 1-800-522-4700 (CO/NH), 888-789-7777/visit http://ccpg.org/chat (CT), 1-800-BETS OFF (IA), 877-8-HOPENY/text HOPENY (467369) (NY), visit OPGR.org (OR), call/text TN REDLINE 1-800-889-9789 (TN), or 1-888-532-3500 (VA). 21+ (18+ NH/WY). Physically present in AZ/CO/CT/IL/IN/IA/LA(select parishes)/MI/NH/NJ/ NY/OR/PA/TN/VA/WV/WY only. New customer offer void in NH/OR/ONT-CA. New customers only. Valid 1 per new customer. Min. $5 deposit. Min $5 wager. Bet must win. $200 issued as eight (8) $25 free bets. Free Bets are non-cashable and cannot be withdrawn. Free bets must be wagered 1x and stake is not included in any returns or winnings. Free Bets expire 7 days (168 hours) after being awarded. Promotional offer period ends 1/15/23. See terms at draftkings.com/sportsbook.

Quick episode this week on Cold Stove breaking down the news and notes from around the league with Brett Merriman and NHL Rumors Daily aka NRD.  - What's up with the Canadian teams?  - Reverse Retro jerseys dropped - Hot starts/slow starts - Fire Lindy? - Injuries to Ekblad and Landeskog - Salary Cap increase bigger than expected - who would've thought !  Our Partners: FitBod: Get 25% OFF your subscription or try the app out for FREE when you sign up at FitBod.me/STOVE  DraftKings: Get $200 in FREE BETS when you place a $5 wager on any NHL team and they win the game on the DraftKings Sportsbook App DISCLAIMER  If you or someone you know has a gambling problem, crisis counseling and referral services can be accessed by calling 1-800-GAMBLER (1-800-426-2537) (IL/IN/LA/MI/NJ/PA/WV/WY), 1-800-NEXT STEP (AZ), 1-800-522-4700 (CO/NH), 888-789-7777/visit http://ccpg.org/chat (CT), 1-800-BETS OFF (IA), 877-8-HOPENY/text HOPENY (467369) (NY), visit OPGR.org (OR), call/text TN REDLINE 1-800-889-9789 (TN), or 1-888-532-3500 (VA). 21+ (18+ NH/WY). Physically present in AZ/CO/CT/IL/IN/IA/LA(select parishes)/MI/NH/NJ/ NY/OR/PA/TN/VA/WV/WY only. New customer offer void in NH/OR/ONT-CA. New customers only. Valid 1 per new customer. Min. $5 deposit. Min $5 wager. Bet must win. $200 issued as eight (8) $25 free bets. Free Bets are non-cashable and cannot be withdrawn. Free bets must be wagered 1x and stake is not included in any returns or winnings. Free Bets expire 7 days (168 hours) after being awarded. Promotional offer period ends 1/15/23. See terms at draftkings.com/sportsbook.

This week on Cold Stove, Brett Merriman and NRD aka NHL Rumors Daily get borderline teary-eyed about the state of hockey (in a good way) as the season kicks off. They break down the latest from around the league and dig into some speculation as well. Here's what we've got:  - Toronto and Tampa start 0-1  - Makar and McDavid are on another level  - Dasher board mishaps - Pay Pasta his money  - Laine goes down early - Where do Kane and Toews end up?  - Standing ovation for Carey Price Our Partner:  BetterHelp: Get 10% OFF your first month of online therapy by visiting BetterHelp.com/STOVE