On this episode of Upon Further Review, we begin by discussing the Canucks’ decision to name Quinn Hughes their next team captain and what the means for Elias Pettersson moving forward (0:23). Next, we break down the long-term signing of Jake Sanderson by the Ottawa Senators and whether the Sens can win a Stanley Cup with their core (23:04). After discussing the controversy surrounding Mike Babcock leading to his resignation from the Columbus Blue Jackets (37:45), we move back to the topic of team captains with Adam Lowry and Winnipeg Jets, and then predict the future captains for teams that have not yet named one (52:22). We then move into an analysis of the trade market for Mark Scheifele and Elias Lindholm by determining where they fit best (59:05). Next, we discuss the Toronto Maple Leafs’ decision to re-sign Sheldon Keefe (1:13:12), and then debate the biggest winners and losers of the off-season (1:22:18). To end off the episode, we list our most overrated and underrated teams heading into next season (1:34:30), discuss storylines we are most excited to see unfold in the NHL this year (1:47:47), and provide teams that would make our no-trade lists if we were professional hockey players (1:55:02).
