Mostly hockey, a little bit of nonsense. What Chaos! is an ALLCITY Network NHL podcast hosted by hockey insiders and longtime friends Pete Blackburn (formerly Bally Sports, Fox Sports) and DJ Bean (formerly Boston Bruins reporter, NHL analyst). Featuring exclusive interviews with NHL insiders, prominent reporters, and current and former players, the show delivers expert analysis, humor, and entertaining conversations about the league’s biggest news, star players, and most intriguing storylines.
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Kirill Kaprizov and the Minnesota Wild have been the center of conversation after reports the the Russian forward turned down a potentially record-breaking NHL contract. We discuss latest with that situation and where Kaprizov could head next if he doesn't sign an extension with Minnesota. Plus, we talk jersey updates, Miller being named captain in New York, the Sabres goalie situation and much more.
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Unpacking the Hughes, Crosby & McDavid buzz
Episode 342
Wednesday, September 10, 2025 • Duration 01:53:27
Jack and Quinn Hughes want to play together, Connor McDavid still doesn't have an extension with the Edmonton Oilers and Sidney Crosby continues to deny that he wants out of Pittsburgh. We discuss the latest around all three storylines and rank which ones we're most tired of hearing about. Plus, we react to Dustin Wolf's big extension with the Calgary Flames and an amazing bobblehead giveaway from the Ottawa Senators
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The Carolina Hurricanes have done it again
Episode 341
Wednesday, September 3, 2025 • Duration 01:28:50
The Carolina Hurricanes revealed new away uniforms and (surprise!) everyone hates them! We discuss the jerseys and why it seems the Canes can never get their branding right. Plus we talk about updates on Connor McDavid's contract situation with the Edmonton Oilers and what it means if 97 enters his walk year without an extension. We also discuss the new CBA and the new salary cap rules going into effect this year.
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Wrapping up the NHL offseason
Episode 340
Wednesday, August 27, 2025 • Duration 02:34:20
As the NHL season gets closer, we begin to wrap up the offseason by discussing the national TV schedule, preseason projections and why there was less movement than expected. Plus, we recap everything happening in North America as DJ returns from Italy.
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Connor Bedard needs to silence his doubters
Episode 339
Wednesday, August 20, 2025 • Duration 01:26:33
The Chicago Blackhawk's young star has yet to live fully up to the hype that accompanied him entering the NHL despite still being a solid player. We discuss what Bedard has to prove headed into year 3 and why accusations of being a bust are ridiculous. Plus, we break down which NHL franchises are most in need of new jerseys.
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Who has the most at stake this NHL season?
Episode 338
Wednesday, August 13, 2025 • Duration 01:45:30
We look ahead to the 2025-26 NHL season and discuss which teams and people have the most to prove, from the wildly disappointing Nashville Predators to another year of the Yzer-plan in Detroit. Plus, Pete is back after getting married, we Seattle's mascot almost got eaten by a bear and we review the movie 'Weapons'.
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Does Matthew Tkachuk deserve to be on the NHL 26 cover?
Episode 337
Wednesday, August 6, 2025 • Duration 01:31:53
After winning back-to-back Stanley cups and his viral 4 Nations fight, Florida Panthers star Matthew Tkachuk was selected as the cover athlete for EA Sports NHL 26. Was the polarizing player the right choice, or should another player have been selected? Plus, we discuss Pete's wedding, the new Bruins away jerseys, and the amazing state of college hockey with guest host Jonny Lazarus!
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Chinakhov landing spots & Happy Gilmore 2 review
Episode 336
Wednesday, July 30, 2025 • Duration 02:08:32
We discuss where Yegor Chinakhov should end up after requesting a trade from the Columbus Blue Jackets and review Adam Sandler's 'Happy Gilmore 2'. Plus, we talk about what happens when you end up with four Brad Marchand Bruins jerseys, an update on the NHL's love for Coldplay, and the Christian Wilkins situation.
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Why the Kraken are making us sad
Episode 335
Thursday, July 24, 2025 • Duration 01:45:51
After Kaapo Kakko signed an extension with the Seattle Kraken, we take an in-depth look at the franchise as it heads into its fifth season and discuss Seattle chasing the magic from its 100-point 2022-23 season and if they can return to relevance. Plus, we name all 32 NFL quarterbacks and review Ari Aster's "Eddington," because it's the Summer.
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The entire NHL loves Coldplay
Episode 334
Thursday, July 17, 2025 • Duration 01:16:18
It's summer, so we discuss the big news from across the NHL, including the fact that seemingly every player is going to a Coldplay concert. We also discuss the Bo Byram extension, Jeff Skinner signing in San Jose, Arturs Silvos being traded to Pittsburgh. Plus, we got NHL schedule releases!
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