Episodes

May 15, 2024

Brett Pesce returns to practice; Carolina Hurricanes free agent decisions

Will Brett Pesce return to the Carolina Hurricanes lineup? Pesce returned to practice on Wednesday ahead of Thursday's Game 6 matchup against the New York Rangers, his first time on the ice since Game 2 against the New York …
May 15, 2024

Why is Bryce Young polarizing for Carolina Panthers fans? Does David Tepper want the Carolina Panthers to be 'Germany's team?

Why is Carolina Panthers QB Bryce Young polarizing among Carolina Panthers fans? Tim Donnelly & Dennis Cox discuss the dynamic between Panthers fans who don't see the former NFL No. 1 overall pick in 2023 as a franchise QB v…
May 15, 2024

Who's under more pressure: Carolina Hurricanes or New York Rangers?

Which team is under more pressure for Game 6: the Carolina Hurricanes or the New York Rangers? Tim Donnelly & Dennis Cox discuss which team is facing the most pressure, and if the New York Rangers are able to handle pressure…
May 14, 2024

Should the Carolina Hurricanes start Frederik Andersen in Game 6?

Should the Carolina Hurricanes stick with Frederik Andersen in goal, or switch to Pyotr Kochetkov for Game 6 vs the New York Rangers? Also, questions about Brett Pesce and if he'll return to the lineup, and if the Carolina P…
May 14, 2024

Ja'Tavion Sanders wants to be next Greg Olsen for Carolina Panthers; More evidence UNC is looking to leave the ACC

Carolina Panthers TE Ja'Tavion Sanders said he wants to be the next Greg Olsen for the Carolina Panthers, and how having that mentality could be a good thing for the offense, and provide a security blanket for QB Bryce Young…
May 14, 2024

Carolina Hurricanes stay alive, beat New York Rangers, 4-1, in Game 5; Jordan Staal is the leader the Carolina Hurricanes need

The Carolina Hurricanes defeated the New York Rangers, 4-1, in Game 5 of the Eastern Conference Semi-Finals of the Stanley Cup Playoffs, which saw the Canes score four goals in the third period, and saw Jordan Staal score th…
May 14, 2024

Carolina Hurricanes still struggle on special teams vs New York Rangers

The Carolina Hurricanes still struggled on special teams, giving up a short-handed goal in a 4-1 win over the New York Rangers in Game 5 in the Eastern Conference Semi-finals of the Stanley Cup Playoffs. Tim Donnelly says th…
May 13, 2024

Carolina Hurricanes Podium; Game 5 tonight against the Rangers

Tim Donnelly & Graham Hill award three Carolina Hurricanes with spots on the podium. Also, Tim & Graham preview the high-pressured Game 5 clash between the Hurricanes and the New York Rangers. With the Canes still trailing 3…
May 13, 2024

Carolina Panthers are embracing depth in the running back room

Tim Donnelly & Graham Hill discuss the intriguing dynamics of the Carolina Panthers running back situation for this season. Despite a crowded backfield, the Panthers’ remain unfazed and even optimistic about the wealth of th…
May 13, 2024

Assessing Freddie Andersen’s performance in Game 4 for the Carolina Hurricanes

Tim Donnelly & Graham Hill discuss the performance of Carolina Hurricanes goaltender Freddie Andersen in their thrilling 4-3 victory over the New York Rangers in Game 4 of their second-round series. Andersen’s saves and over…
May 13, 2024

Canes Survive: Analyzing Carolina’s gritty win in Game 4 against the Rangers

Tim Donnelly & Graham Hill discuss the thrilling showdown between the Carolina Hurricanes and the New York Rangers in Game 4 of their second-round series. Despite facing a 3-0 deficit, the Hurricanes showed remarkable resili…
May 11, 2024

Carolina Panthers sign entire 2024 draft class; Rookie minicamp starts today

Tim Donnelly & Graham Hill discuss the Carolina Panthers signing of all seven draft picks from the 2024 NFL Draft class and the excitement surrounding the kickoff of their rookie minicamp today. Tim and Graham discuss the po…
May 11, 2024

Carolina Hurricanes power play woes; Pyotr Kocketkov looked solid in return

Tim Donnelly & Graham Hill discuss the Carolina Hurricanes’ powerplay challenges continuing in their second-round series against the New York Rangers following Game 3. With an alarming combined total of 0-15 now, the Hurrica…
May 11, 2024

Canes Crisis: Analyzing the Carolina Hurricanes 3-2 OT loss in Game 3

Tim Donnelly & Graham Hill discuss the pivotal moments and provide their reaction following the Carolina Hurricanes' intense Game 3 against the New York Rangers, where a 3-2 loss overtime loss has placed their season on the …
May 9, 2024

Confidence & Concerns for Carolina Hurricanes vs New York Rangers Game 3

Tim Donnelly & Dennis Cox share their confidence levels & concerns for the Carolina Hurricanes vs the New York Rangers Game 3, including goal scoring predictions for the Canes.
May 9, 2024

Brian Boucher of NHL on TNT discusses Carolina Hurricanes vs New York Rangers Game 3

Brian Boucher, Color Analyst for the NHL on TNT, joined The Drive with Tim Donnelly to talk about the Carolina Hurricanes and head coach Rod Brind'Amour switching to Pyotr Kochetkov in goal over Frederik Andersen in Game 3 o…
May 9, 2024

Carolina Hurricanes must win Game 3 vs New York Rangers

Tim Donnelly & Dennis Cox discuss how the Carolina Hurricanes need to win Game 3 at home vs the New York Rangers in the Eastern Conference Semi-Finals of the Stanley Cup Finals. Also, Pyotr Kochetkov is starting in goal over…
May 9, 2024

The reasons why Carolina Hurricanes can win game 3 vs New York Rangers; Key Players

The Carolina Hurricanes face the New York Rangers in Game 3 of the Eastern Conference Semi-Finals of the Stanley Cup Finals, and Tim Donnelly gives three reasons for optimism for the Hurricanes in Game 3. Also, Tim & Dennis …
May 8, 2024

Why was Evgeny Kuznetsov scratched for Carolina Hurricanes? Game 2 HOT TAKES

Tim Donnelly & Dennis Cox wonder why Carolina Hurricanes head coach Rod Brind'Amour decided to scratch Evgeny Kuznetsov in favor of Max Comtois. Also, ESPN inexplicably cut away from the Hurricanes vs New York Rangers game l…
May 8, 2024

Should Carolina Hurricanes switch to Pyotr Kochetkov? Jake Guentzel & Sebastian Aho look strong

Tim Donnelly & Dennis Cox discuss if Carolina Hurricanes head coach Rod Brind'Amour should make a change in goal from Frederik Andersen to Pyotr Kochetkov ahead of their Game 3 matchup against the New York Rangers of the Eas…
May 8, 2024

Expectations for Carolina Panthers QB Bryce Young in 2024; Hope for Carolina Hurricanes in Game 3

Tim Donnelly & Dennis Cox discuss the Carolina Panthers and what are the realistic expectations for QB Bryce Young in his second year in the NFL, and first season with head coach Dave Canales. Also, there is hope for the Car…
May 8, 2024

Carolina Hurricanes miss chance to tie series with New York Rangers; Power play, penalty kill are hurting Carolina Hurricanes

Tim Donnelly & Dennis Cox discuss the Double-OT loss by the Carolina Hurricanes at the New York Rangers in the Eastern Conference Semi-finals of the Stanley Cup Finals after Vincent Trocheck's game-winner, falling down 0-2 i…
May 7, 2024

Carolina Panthers may not sign Stephon Gilmore; Should Pyotr Kochetkov get a start?

Tim Donnelly & Dennis Cox discuss the Carolina Panthers possibly not signing cornerback Stephon Gilmore, but also how there's no need for GM Dan Morgan & head coach Dave Canales to sign Gilmore during the offseason. Also, du…
May 7, 2024

Carolina Hurricanes need to take one on the road from New York Rangers

Tim Donnelly & Dennis Cox look ahead to Game 2 of the Carolina Hurricanes vs the New York Rangers, with Game 2 possibly being the most important game of the series knowing that the Hurricanes must win one game on the road at…