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Some teams are coming out of the gate on fire, while others are already feeling the heat! On this week's episode, Phil & Ryan break down the NHL's surprising early-season success stories and the teams stumbling out of the blocks.
In Toronto, the Leafs are still searching for answers as defensive struggles continue and the hunt for the right line combinations goes on. Meanwhile, uncertainty lingers in Winnipeg and Detroit, while the Oilers appear to be finding their groove despite some early injury setbacks.
Who's the real deal, who's in trouble, and who's already hitting the panic button?
All that and more on this week's episode of the Aiming Five-Hole Podcast!
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"EP79: Hot Starts & Cold Reality!" is an episode of The Aiming Five Hole Hockey Podcast. Runtime 47 min. Published October 19, 2026. Hit play above to stream it here, or open the free Spot Sports app for background play and offline downloads.
