JotCast | PHR Live Chat: 4/30/25

PHR Live Chat: 4/30/25

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Dblek

2:54

Chances Tocchet coaching in Pitt?

Josh Erickson

2:54

Not zero, but I do think the Flyers are overwhelmingly likely. The Pens have a few good internal candidates to consider.

Grittytig

2:54

Yzerman got pretty defensive at his end of season presser and seemed peeved about the public comments Dylan Larkin made. What's your sense about the situation in Hockeytown, and are we on the precipice of the team crumbling apart instead of taking a step forward?

Josh Erickson

2:56

Have they not crumbled already? A sizable step back in 2024-25 after barely missing out on the playoffs in 2023-24 is incredibly disappointing at this stage of the rebuild. No decision or quote from the front office so far this summer has inspired confidence. Canning the goalie coach when Lyon's and Talbot's play was arguably the team's biggest bright spot is laughable and simply a gross lack of accountability from Steve Yzerman, who failed to leverage assets last summer to improve team defense.

Mike

2:57

Has Marner now priced himself out of Toronto? I am assuming he will play well Toronto can get past Ottawa and make a long run. Not to mention the reported request to waive his no trade at the deadline

Josh Erickson

2:58

Depends on how much they prioritize keeping Tavares. With how the market is trending, I'm less confident in them being able to retain both while also working out a new deal for Knies. It's a much deeper wing market than center among UFA replacements this summer, though. Wonder if that influences their decision to maintain their contention window despite losing a core player.

John

2:59

When do we see Fowler in a Montreal jersey? Can it be as early as next season?

Josh Erickson

2:59

Maybe in a call-up scenario, but not full-time. I don't see the rush. Dobeš and Montembeault played exceedingly well this season. They have the luxury to give Fowler a full year of adjustment/development in the minors without any distractions.

3:00

Alright folks, that's the top of the hour here. Thanks very much for all the great questions today and I'll be here again next week!

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