The Hockey News Big Show: Which Remaining NHL Free Agents Will Play This Season?

David Kirouac-Imagn ImagesDavid Kirouac-Imagn ImagesSep 28, 2026 6:24 PMPublished Sep 28, 2026 6:24 PMFormer NHL goaltender Devan Dubnyk joins Michael Traikos and Ryan Kennedy to break down the Toronto Maple Leafs’ defensive core, David Pastrnak being named captain of the Boston Bruins, and more. Here's what Ex NHLer Devan Dubynk, Ryan Kennedy and Michael Traikos discussed in this episode:2:11: Do the Toronto Maple Leafs have a strong enough defensive core to make a playoff push? 4:38: Should Maple Leafs head coach Jim Hiller be worried about Matthew Knies’ pre-season performance?8:20: Has Sam Montembeault done enough to cement himself as the Montreal Canadiens’ second-string goaltender?11:33: Dylan Larkin has reportedly expanded his trade list. Will it help him get moved any faster? 16:11: Which remaining UFAs will end up on a team this season?19:40: Who has been the most interesting player on waivers? 22:50: Which player impressed you the most this pre-season? 25:15: Reacting to the NHL Network’s top 10 players list28:25: Like or Dislike: David Pastrnak named as the next captain of the Boston Bruins30:27: Will Gavin McKenna or Ivar Stenberg have a better rookie season?32:44: Buy or Sell: Jack Eichel will finally break 100 points this season34:06: Like Or Dislike: Shortened pre-season format?