Territory Talk
Summary: Each week, Doug Plagens and Jameson Olive will delve into the storylines surrounding the team and give fans an insight of the news and scores of your favorite Cats. What do players do on their off days? Who is the funniest guy on the team? Where are the best places to spend time in South Florida away from the rink? The hosts will answer these questions and more, and will be joined each week by a special guest, ranging from players to team executives to media and other staff members who strive to make the Panthers a household name in the Florida hockey community.
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Jessica Blaylock has returned to Territory Talk with a new title… Queen! On this week’s episode, Jess joins co-hosts Doug Plagens and Jameson Olive to discuss Florida’s big offseason moves thus far, the excitement surrounding the 2020-21 season and much more! Also, hear from new Panthers forwards Alexander Wennberg (4:05) and Vinnie Hinostroza (11:10). Plus, Jess talks about her time covering the Miami Marlins during the team’s recent playoff run.
Anton Lundell has been on fire since being selected by the Panthers with the 12th overall pick in the 2020 NHL Draft earlier this month. On this week’s episode of the Territory Talk podcast, The Hockey News senior writer Ryan Kennedy joins the show to break down Lundell’s exceptional start to the Liiga season, his potential and much more. (5:10) Plus, Kennedy also shares his thoughts on Florida’s other top prospects in the pipeline, including forwards Owen Tippett and Grigori Denisenko, as well as top-ranked goaltender Spencer Knight.
After signing a two-year, one-way deal with the Florida Panthers, forward Ryan Lomberg is ready to “run through a wall” for general manager Bill Zito. On this week’s episode of the Territory Talk podcast, Lomberg discusses his decision to sign with the Cats, what he hopes to bring to the organization and more! (9:30) Also, co-hosts Doug Plagens and Jameson Olive talk about defenseman Markus Nutivaara, who the Panthers picked up from the Columbus Blue Jackets in a trade earlier this month. (1:25) Plus, Panthers sideline reporter Katie Gaus stops by. (22:00)
The Florida Panthers went shopping on the opening day of the NHL’s free agency period. On this week’s episode of the Territory Talk podcast, Panthers general manager Bill Zito discusses each of the team’s new acquisitions (8:00), including forward Cater Verhaeghe, who sat down to chat with co-hosts Doug Plagens and Jameson Olive shortly after touring BB&T Center last week (22:05). Also, 2020 NHL Gaming World Champion Justin “Regs84” Reguly stops by to chat about his incredibly successful season, growth of E-sports, NHL 21 and more (29:20)!
The Florida Panthers added nine to prospects to their pipeline during the 2020 NHL Draft. On this week’s episode of the Territory Talk podcast, co-hosts Doug Plagens and Jameson Olive break down all of the team’s selections, including first-round pick Anton Lundell. Plus, hear reactions from several of the organization's draftees only a few moments after their collective dream came true. Also, Panthers general manager Bill Zito shares his thoughts on Florida's entire class.
Patric Hornqvist and his two Stanley Cups are heading to South Florida. On this week’s episode of the Territory Talk podcast, Josh Yohe, who covers the Pittsburgh Penguins for The Athletic, joins the show to talk about what kind of impact the new veteran forward will have on the Panthers both on and off the ice (6:25). Also, co-hosts Doug Plagens and Jameson Olive share their final thoughts on the upcoming 2020 NHL Draft, including who they think the Panthers could potentially pick in the first (12th overall) and second (43rd overall) rounds.
The all-digital 2020 NHL Draft is coming up on Oct. 6-7. On this week’s episode of the Territory Talk podcast, ESPN’s Chris Peters joins the show to talk about the draft as a whole, how the coronavirus pandemic has affected preparation for the annual event and much more! (7:20) Plus, Peters provides valuable information on several prospects that could fall to Florida at No. 12 in the first round, including centers Anton Lundell and Seth Jarvis. Also, Peters tells co-hosts Doug Plagens and Jameson Olive where he believes presumptive No. 1-overall selection Alexis Lafreniere stacks up against recent top picks at the NHL Draft.
With the Panthers announcing their new AHL affiliation with Charlotte, Checkers COO & Alternate Governor Tera Black joins this week’s episode of the Territory Talk podcast to discuss the new partnership, ongoing transition and much more (4:45). Plus, Black also shares what Panthers fans can expect when they make the trip up to North Carolina to attend an AHL game in the future – hint: good food, good people and some really, really good play.
Having covered the Columbus Blue Jackets for various outlets over the years, Alison Lukan certainly knows a thing or two about what general manager Bill Zito will bring to the Florida Panthers. On this week’s episode of the Territory Talk podcast, Lukan, who is known for her work within the world of data-driven storytelling, discusses Zito’s background, strengths and potential to succeed with the Panthers (5:35). Also, co-hosts Jameson Olive and Katie Gaus chat with Lukan about the Stanley Cup Playoffs, unheralded statistics and much, much more!
The Florida Panthers have found their guy! Shortly after his introductory press conference, new general manager Bill Zito joined this week’s episode of the Territory Talk podcast to discuss the hiring process, his diverse background and plans for the future (7:15). Also, co-hosts Jameson Olive and Doug Plagens dive into what makes Zito the perfect fit for the Panthers.
On this week’s episode of the Territory Talk podcast, FOX Sports Florida sideline reporter and Panthers digital reporter Katie Gaus looks back on her first season working in the NHL (4:40). During the interview, Gaus touches on everything from her first road trip to what she plans to work on moving forward. Also, host Jameson Olive provides an update on Florida’s search for its next general manager.
On this week’s episode of the Territory Talk podcast, original Panther and current radio broadcaster Bill Lindsay joins the show to talk about the organization’s past, present and future (4:50). Throughout the interview, Lindsay touches on everything from how Florida looked during the Stanley Cup Qualifiers to the organization’s search for a new General Manager. Plus, Lindsay shares which teams he thinks will make it to this year’s Stanley Cup Final.
With the franchise embarking on a search for its next General Manager, Florida Panthers President & CEO Matt Caldwell joins this week’s episode of Territory Talk to discuss what went into the decision to make a change at the top, what the search will look like and much more (12:15). Plus, co-hosts Doug Plagens and Jameson Olive share their closing thoughts on the Panthers’ loss to the New York Islanders in the Stanley Cup Qualifiers.
Just a few hours after the Panthers staved off elimination with a 3-2 win over the New York Islanders in Game 3 of the Stanley Cup Qualifiers on Wednesday afternoon, co-hosts Doug Plagens and Jameson Olive discuss the victory and what lies ahead for the Cats as they look to become just the second team to ever win a best-of-five series after going down 2-0. Plus, hear from head coach Joel Quenneville, defenseman Aaron Ekblad and others!
The Florida Panthers have finally returned to competitive action! On this week’s episode of the Territory Talk podcast, co-hosts Doug Plagens and Jameson Olive discuss Florida’s 5-0 loss to the Tampa Bay Lightning in an exhibition game on Wednesday and also look ahead to the team’s upcoming series against the New York Islanders in the Stanley Cup Qualifiers. Plus, hear from head coach Joel Quenneville as well as forwards Brian Boyle and Erik Haula.
