The Forecheck Podcast: Episode 36 - Jeff Veillette

Jeff Veillette, creator of The Faceoff Circle, stopped by to preview the Predators-Maple Leafs game tomorrow, plus we had an in-depth discussion of the Hart trophy.

Inside today’s episode:

Does the Hart Trophy only go to playoff teams? And has it always been that way?

This year’s Hart race is intriguing for many reasons, the least of which is Nathan Mackinnon and his ability to make the Colorado Avalanche a legitimate team.

What can we expect out of the Leafs tomorrow? Auston Matthews is supposed to return to the lineup, which should be fun.

An attempt to put to rest any “Frederik Andersen for Vezina” talk that seems to be emerging

The final playoff spot in the East: Florida or New Jersey?

And…