Can the Utah Hockey Club make a playoff push despite their current standings? We evaluate where this team stands at the break. This episode unpacks the team's position, just six points shy of a wild card spot, and the strategic moves needed to bridge that gap. Plus, with the Four Nations tournament spotlighting international talent, the Utah Hockey Club's Olli Maatta and Juuso Valimaki take center stage.
Hosts Tom Callahan and Robyn Leaño analyze the impact of potential trade targets with a new segment titled Today's Trade Target, which looks at players on and outside the roster of potential interest. Join the conversation as they explore the evolving dynamics of the Utah Hockey Club and speculate on the future of key players. Don't miss out on this insightful discussion that could redefine the team's path to success.
0:00 Intro: Four Nations tournament and Utah Hockey Club
5:23 Four Nations tournament format and teams explained
9:10 Dream lines and player pairings in tournament
13:37 Lack of marketing for Four Nations tournament
21:24 Assessing Utah's playoff chances and future
25:05 Today's Trade Target
30:58 Potential trade returns