Bold Predictions for the 2025-26 NHL Season ft. Shayna Goldman, Jonny Lazarus, Tyler Yaremchuk, and Meghan Chayka
Bold Predictions for the 2025-26 NHL Season ft. Shayna Goldman, Jonny Lazarus, Tyler Yaremchuk, and Meghan Chayka  
Podcast: The Sheet with Jeff Marek
Published On: Fri Oct 03 2025
Description: The newest episode of The Sheet on the Daily Faceoff YouTube channel is our Bold Predictions Special in celebration of FanDuel Futures Day. Host Jeff Marek is joined by Shayna Goldman (The Athletic), Jonny Lazarus, Tyler Yaremchuk, and Meghan Chayka as each guest lays out their boldest, most outrageous predictions for the 2025-26 NHL season. From shocking Stanley Cup contenders, surprise Hart Trophy favorites, breakout rookie of the year candidates, to unexpected playoff storylines, no take is too wild. The crew debates which stars might dominate, which teams could fall apart, and which franchises are primed for chaos. Plus, Jeff and producer Zack react to the boldest Twitter takes from fans, adding even more spice to the mix. If you love fearless NHL forecasts, high-energy debate, and hot takes that push the boundaries, this episode is a must-watch.0:00 – Intro: FanDuel Futures Day explained0:28 – Setting the stage: NHL predictions & hot takes2:10 – Listener predictions (Jesper Bratt, Devils, Bruins, Panthers)5:31 – Guest 1: Shayna Goldman joins the show8:17 – Shayna’s bold prediction #1: André Tourigny wins Jack Adams13:07 – Shayna’s bold prediction #2: Mario Ferraro as top trade chip15:39 – Shayna’s bold prediction #3: Rasmus Dahlin finishes top 3 in Norris voting18:57 – Kaprizov & Luke Hughes contract ripple effects debate21:45 – Guest 2: Jonny Lazarus joins the show23:00 – Mario Ferraro personality & YouTube stories28:17 – Jonny’s bold prediction #1: Ducks make playoffs + Leo Carlsson breakout32:15 – Jonny’s bold prediction #2: Drake Batherson 40-goal season33:59 – Jeff & Jonny compare “underrated scorers” (Svechnikov, Veleno)36:02 – Guest 3: Tyler Yaremchuk joins the show36:26 – McDavid contract discussion: when will he sign?38:43 – Oilers camp standouts & waiver dilemmas42:05 – Tyler’s bold prediction #1: Capitals miss the playoffs44:55 – Tyler’s bold prediction #2: McDavid hits 50 goals & Jack Hughes hits 4047:37 – Guest 4: Meghan Chayka joins the show48:21 – What analytics reveal about preseason hockey49:27 – Power forwards, development curves & Leon Draisaitl’s projections51:08 – Expected goals explained through Draisaitl’s unique scoring spots#TheSheet #NHL #FanDuelCanada #NHLPredictions #StanleyCup #DailyFaceoffReach out to sales@thenationnetwork.com to connect with our Sales Team and discuss opportunities to partner with us!If you liked this, check out:🚨 OTT - Coming in Hot Sens | https://www.youtube.com/c/thewallyandmethotshow🚨 TOR - LeafsNation | https://www.youtube.com/@theleafsnation401🚨 EDM - OilersNation | https://www.youtube.com/@Oilersnationdotcom🚨 VAN - CanucksArmy | https://www.youtube.com/@Canucks_Army🚨 CGY - FlamesNation | https://www.youtube.com/@Flames_Nation🚨 Daily Faceoff Fantasy & Betting | www.youtube.com/@DFOFantasyandBetting____________________________________________________________________________________________Connect with us on ⬇️Link Tree: https://linktr.ee/daily_faceoff💻 Website: https://www.dailyfaceoff.com🐦 Follow on twitter: https://x.com/DailyFaceoff💻 Follow on Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/dailyfaceoffDaily Faceoff Merch:https://nationgear.ca/collections/daily-faceoff Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.