The Ray & Dregs Hockey Podcast

Mar 25 2025 100 ep. 43 mins 566
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Ray Ferraro & Darren Dreger, two of the biggest names in the game join forces for The Ray & Dregs Hockey Podcast. Providing expert insight, analysis and opinions on what's happening on and off the ice in an entertaining personality-laden style that you won't find anywhere else.

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Goalie Interference Drama, Chychrun’s New Deal, Demko Returns & Oilers’ Division Hopes

Mar 25 2025 53 mins  
Goalie interference controversy returns. Islanders had a potential game-winner overturned in a must-win game against Columbus. Coach Patrick Roy didn’t hold back postgame, questioning the consistency of the rule. Jakob Chychrun secures an eight-year extension with Washington, solidifying his place on a competitive team. In Vancouver, Thatcher Demko’s return sparked a sh

Leafs Find their Stride, Ovie's Goal Hunt, Habs’ Big Picture & Possible Draft Shift

Mar 20 2025 34 mins  
Auston Matthews and the Leafs get a big win over Colorado, showing signs of hitting their stride at the right time. Alex Ovechkin seems to be calling his shot in pursuit of the NHL's all-time goal record—should he avoid an empty-netter for history’s sake? Josh Anderson escaped a major injury thanks to cut-resistant gear, highlighting the evolution of player safety. In M

Matthews Shines, GM Meetings, Playoff Coaching Insights & Ask Ray & Dregs

Mar 18 2025 49 mins  
Auston Matthews broke out with a 3-point night in a decisive Leafs win over the Flames, easing concerns about his recent quiet stretch. Line adjustments, including Max Domi at centre, seemed to helped spark the team. Meanwhile, at the GM meetings in Florida, discussions focused on video review consistency, cut-resistant gear, scoring trends, and the success of the Four Nations tour

Kyle Dubas in Conversation. Plus: Two big points in Wildcard battle in the West, Montreal fall to Kraken in OT, Patrick Kane's 5-point night, GM meetings next week

Mar 13 2025 47 mins  
Ray & Dregs discuss a big wildcard battle in Calgary, in which Vancouver picked up two big points after Elias Pettersson scored a huge goal to force OT. Montreal lose a tough one to the Kraken in OT. Slafkovsky scored two. Are we surprised the Canadiens are still in the mix? Patrick Kane has a 5 pt night during an eventful game between Detroit and Buffalo. GM meetings are next

Ekblad Banned, Marchand’s New Look, Cozens Shines & NHL Stretch Run Heats Up

Mar 11 2025 49 mins  
Aaron Ekblad has been suspended 20 games for violating performance-enhancing substance rules, admitting he took something for injury recovery without consulting the Panthers' medical staff. The suspension means he'll miss Florida’s first two playoff games. Meanwhile, Brad Marchand met the media in full Panthers gear—something that still looks strange after his long care

Rantanen to Dallas, Avs Load Up, Bruins Rebuild & More Trade Deadline Fallout

Mar 07 2025 41 mins  
Big moves at the deadline: Mikko Rantanen heads to the Dallas Stars with an 8-year extension, Colorado loads up with Brock Nelson, Charlie Coyle, and Ryan Lindgren, and Winnipeg adds grit with Schenn and Tanev. The Oilers spend Evander Kane’s cap space, the Leafs strategically bolster their roster, and the Bruins embrace a rebuild. Vancouver stands pat on Brock Boeser, while

3 Days to Go: Trade Buzz & Playoff Pushes Ahead of the Deadline.

Mar 04 2025 51 mins  
Chris Johnston joins Darren Dreger and Ryan Rishaug to check in on Canada’s NHL teams with the NHL Trade Deadline only 3 days away. From the Canucks' search for a speedy centre to Calgary’s trade deadline uncertainty, we break down each team’s outlook. The Oilers wait on Evander Kane’s injury status, Winnipeg eyes defensive upgrades, and the Senators push fo

Quinn Hughes' Last-Minute Return, Oilers’ Roster Evaluation & Travis Green on Ottawa’s Road Ahead

Feb 27 2025 44 mins  
Quinn Hughes made a late return for the Canucks against LA and assisted on Conor Garland’s OT winner despite limited minutes. Vancouver and Calgary are expected to be combatants down the stretch for the final wildcard spot. The Kings’ OT point keeps them close to Edmonton, who are struggling and could need upgrades in all three phases before the trade deadline. Winnipeg

Jets Soar, Ovi Chases History & Trade Buzz Heats Up. Plus, Ask Ray & Dregs Anything!

Feb 25 2025 42 mins  
The Winnipeg Jets continue to soar as Mark Scheifele’s OT winner cements his place atop the franchise's all-time goal-scoring list, while the Capitals mirror their consistency with Ovechkin netting a hat trick against the Oilers—now just 13 goals away from passing Gretzky. With the trade deadline looming, Seth Jones buzz is heating up, with Dallas and Florida in the mix

McDavid’s Mythic Moment, Marner Steps Up, Binnington’s Redemption & 4-Nations Fallout

Feb 21 2025 36 mins  
Connor McDavid sealed Canada’s 4-Nations victory with a thrilling overtime winner, drawing instant comparisons to Crosby’s 2010 Golden Goal—a poetic passing of the torch. Mitch Marner rose to the occasion, Jordan Binnington silenced critics and Nate MacKinnon earned MVP honours, showcasing his elite skating and scoring ability. Marchand’s postgame jab hinted