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The Big Show

Michael Traikos, Ryan Kennedy, Katie Gaus

Booking Overview

This is a multiweekly NHL analysis and panel show featuring recurring Hockey News journalists alongside occasional external former NHL coaches and professional players. Credible pitches include former players and coaches, team executives, scouts, player-development specialists, and hockey analysts with strong NHL knowledge; booking difficulty is medium because guests generally need established professional hockey credentials.

Metrics

Episodes: 802

Frequency: Several times a week

Rating: 3.8/5.0

Estimated listeners: 10,000 - 100,000

Gender skew: Male

Listener location: USA

Contact Information

Publicly listed emails

danielle.perciballi@thehockeynews.com

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Host

Michael Traikos - Hockey journalist and The Hockey News contributor covering NHL news, transactions, teams, and player performance.

Ryan Kennedy - Hockey journalist and The Hockey News contributor covering NHL analysis, prospects, and player development.

Katie Gaus - Hockey journalist and The Hockey News contributor covering NHL news and analysis.

Booking Intelligence

Booking Requirements

medium
Typical Credentials:  
Former NHL players, coaches, goaltenders, executives, scouts, and established hockey analysts with direct professional experience or recognized expertise in NHL teams, players, prospects, and strategy.
Required Achievements:  
NHL playing or coaching experience, Professional hockey leadership or front-office experience, Recognized expertise in player development, team strategy, or hockey analysis

Recent Guest Discussions

Bruce Boudreau - Gavin Mckenna's Preseason Performance And Lineup Role, NHL Team Outlooks, Coaching Pressure, Award Predictions, Hockey IQ, And Franchise-building Decisions.

Madison Packer - Auston Matthews' Expected Return To Form, NHL Team And Player Outlooks, PWHL Rookies, Young-player Development, Coaching Decisions, And 2026-27 Season Predictions.

Devan Dubnyk - Montreal Canadiens Roster Moves, Martin St. Louis' Coaching, NHL Goaltending, Team Contenders, Player Contracts, And Training-camp Competition.

Recent Topics

Sports, Ice Hockey, NHL, Player Development, Hockey Trades

Episodes

Here's the recent few episodes on
The Big Show
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Has Skinner Changed What A Hellebuyck Trade Will Look Like For Jets?

October 09, 2026

0:00: Do the Winnipeg Jets really need a goaltender back in a Connor Hellebuyck trade with how well Stuart Skinner is playing? 4:10: Do the Toronto Maple Leafs have a potential goalie controversy? 7:00: Is Evan Bouchard’s reputation as a poor defender going away? 12:30: Where does David Pastrnak rank among the top forwards in the NHL? 19:00: Do the Florida Panthers need to change their style of play with their injury struggles? 22:50: What’s the ceiling for the San Jose Sharks this seaso...

Will Ovechkin Close Out His NHL Career With A Stanley Cup?

October 05, 2026

0:00: Reflecting on Alex Ovechkin’s career after his farewell tour announcement 06:45: What are the chances Washington is a contender in his final season? 09:30: If Elias Petterson keeps his level of play up do you think the Vancouver Canucks will keep or trade him? 14:00: Will the Anaheim Ducks compete for top spot in the Pacific Division? 16:20: Is Cutter Gauthier a sleeper candidate to win the ‘Rocket’ Richard award? 18:30: Can the Florida Panthers be competitive without Aleksander Ba...

How Will Barkov's Injury Potentially Impact The Panthers' Outlook?

October 02, 2026

Here's what Katie Gaus, Ryan Lambert and Michael Traikos discussed in this episode: 0:00: What can fans expect from Matthew Knies on the Columbus Blue Jackets this season? 05:20: Where does Jack Hughes rank in terms of star power in the league? 09:40: Where does Igor Shesterkin rank among goaltenders in the NHL? 11:00: How will Pavel Dorofeyev fit on the New York Rangers this season? 15:15: How will Barkov’s injury potentially impact the Florida Panthers’ outlook? 19:20: Breaking down M...

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Frequently asked questions

Here's some frequently asked questions for
The Big Show
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How do I get in touch with The Big Show?

The Big Show is hosted by Michael Traikos and Ryan Kennedy. Its publicly listed email is danielle.perciballi@thehockeynews.com. For guest bookings, the host or producer is usually the best person to reach. Podseeker helps you find direct host and producer contacts and pitch from your own inbox.

What is the email for The Big Show?

The publicly listed email for The Big Show: danielle.perciballi@thehockeynews.com.

How many listeners does The Big Show have?

Podseeker estimates The Big Show reaches 10,000 to 100,000 listeners per episode. Only the publisher has exact numbers.

Who is an ideal guest for The Big Show?

The Big Show typically books industry leaders. Typical guest background: Former NHL players, coaches, goaltenders, executives, scouts, and established hockey analysts with direct professional experience or recognized expertise in NHL teams, players, prospects, and strategy. Common among recent guests: NHL playing or coaching experience; Professional hockey leadership or front-office experience; Recognized expertise in player development, team strategy, or hockey analysis. Recent guests include Bruce Boudreau, Madison Packer, and Devan Dubnyk.

How hard is it to get booked on The Big Show?

Medium. Guests usually need solid credentials in the topic and an idea that fits the show.

What topics does The Big Show cover?

Recent episodes cover Sports, Ice Hockey, NHL, Player Development, and Hockey Trades. Pitch an idea tied to one of these topics and mention a recent episode.

Publicly listed emails

danielle.perciballi@thehockeynews.com

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