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In this episode, Dan Lane, Adam, and Jacob each take a crack at building the ultimate Team USA and Team Canada rosters.
With no collaboration and no safety net, all three put together their own versions of what they believe the best possible lineups should look like. From star-studded forward groups to shutdown defense pairings and elite goaltending decisions, every choice is debated, questioned, and compared.

Who values skill over size?
Who prioritizes chemistry and two-way play?
And whose roster would actually win on the ice?

We break down each team pick by pick, highlight the biggest differences, call out controversial omissions, and stack the rosters against each other to see which build truly makes the most sense.

This episode is all about hockey IQ, roster construction, and opinion-driven debate — and by the end, you’ll probably have your own take on which version of Team USA and Team Canada is the one that should matter most

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Tonight on The Analyst Desk, we take a full look at where Canadian NHL teams truly stand this season — the highs, the lows, and what it means for the playoff race. We also dive into one of the biggest debates in hockey right now: Gas or Ass — does the NHL’s current point system need to change? Is it time to move to a full 3-point game format, or does the league stick with what it has?

We also break down the CFL’s 2026 salary cap increase, what it means for teams across the league, and how it could shift roster decisions heading into the offseason.

And don’t miss the end of the show, where we discuss which teams we actually see as true Stanley Cup contenders from a Canadian perspective.

Join us for Part 2, where we take a deep dive into the NFL, NBA, and more.

Where every day feels like game day.

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The Saskatchewan Roughriders are Grey Cup champions — and The Analyst Desk is breaking down exactly how they got it done. From Trevor Harris’ veteran command of the offense to the Riders’ timely defensive stands, we’re diving into every key moment that shifted the championship.

How did Saskatchewan dictate the pace?
Where was the true turning point?
And which players rose to the moment when everything was on the line?

We’ll break down the game-winning drives, coaching decisions, late-game adjustments, and the plays that ultimately sealed the Grey Cup.

But we’re not stopping there.

We’re also unveiling our own CFL Awards, recognizing the league’s best across the entire season — from the biggest playmakers to the most impactful performers in 2025. Plus, we’ll recap the season as a whole: the breakout stars, the top storylines, the surprises, the controversies, and the moments that defined an unforgettable CFL year.

Join us as we look back on an incredible season and analyze how the Riders claimed the Grey Cup — all on The Analyst Desk, where every day feels like game day.

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