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Matt Marchese and Mike Futa open the program with thoughts on the Maple Leafs' 2-0 victory over the Lightning, capped off by Dennis Hildeby's first career NHL shutout. Elliotte Friedman, Sportsnet NHL insider and host of 32 Thoughts, checks in on Troy Stecher and Scott Laughton's importance in Toronto, as well as Bobby McMann's pending hearing with the NHL Department of Player Safety. Friedge also shares the latest news from the NHL Board of Governors meetings, before offering updates on Phillip Danault's future, Evengi Malkin's health, and some names on the Stars' radar.
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"Around the NHL with Elliotte Friedman: Leafs Off-Script Success" is an episode of The FAN Hockey Show. Runtime 32 min. Published December 9, 2025. Hit play above to stream it here, or open the free Spot Sports app for background play and offline downloads.