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Overtime Hockey Talk

308 episodes - English - Latest episode: 20 days ago - ★★★★ - 12 ratings

OT Hockey Talk is one of the internet's longest-running hockey podcasts, currently in its sixth year of creating unique hockey content from in-season coverage to deep dives into all-time top ten lists, this show is for anyone who loves the game of hockey and follows the NHL.

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Episodes

Toronto Maple Leafs, Boston Bruins & Nashville Predators Game Plans

July 13, 2018 16:16 - 29 minutes - 20.4 MB

We continue our series taking a deeper look at three more teams. The Toronto Maple Leafs, Boston Bruins & Nashville Predators are all Stanley Cup contenders, but have they all done enough to put them over the top? 

Balance of Power Shifts in the NHL

July 03, 2018 19:40 - 1 hour - 56.7 MB

The league's balance of power has shifted and it's not just because of John Tavares signing with the Leafs. We break down every team's free agent signings and more!

NHL Free Agent Frenzy

June 30, 2018 01:01 - 40 minutes - 27.6 MB

Where will the NHL's biggest free agents end up? Why is the goalie market incredibly unique this off-season? And of course, where will John Tavares play next season? All this and more on Overtime Hockey Talk!

Pittsburgh Penguins, Anaheim Ducks & Minnesota Wild Off-Season Breakdowns

June 15, 2018 14:00 - 48 minutes - 33.3 MB

Our series continues as we focus in on the Penguins, Ducks & Wild. Will the Pens trade Phil Kessel? Can the Ducks still make a run at the Stanley Cup with their current core? Should the Wild convince Parise to go on LTIR?  All this and more on Overtime Hockey Talk!

Philadelphia Flyers, LA Kings & San Jose Sharks Off-Season Breakdown

June 14, 2018 04:40 - 36 minutes - 25.3 MB

We continue our series going through each team's needs for the draft and free agency. We continue with the Philadelphia Flyers, LA Kings & the San Jose Sharks.  Follow us on Twitter @OTHockeyTalk!

Colorado Avalanche, New Jersey Devils & Columbus Blue Jackets Off-Season Breakdown

June 08, 2018 07:38 - 56 minutes - 38.9 MB

We break down the Avs, Devils and Blue Jackets off-season plans. 

Dallas Stars, St. Louis Blues & Florida Panthers Off-Season Breakdown

June 05, 2018 02:44 - 57 minutes - 39.8 MB

We do a deep-dive into the Dallas Stars, St. Louis Blues & Florida Panthers and what they need to do this off-season and in the draft.

Edmonton Oilers, New York Islanders & Calgary Flames Off-Season Breakdown

June 01, 2018 02:53 - 39 minutes - 27.2 MB

Picks #10-12 in the draft are the Edmonton Oilers, New York Islanders & Calgary Flames (except the Islanders own the Flames pick). We do a deep-dive into each team and what they need to do this off-season and at the draft.

Vancouver Canucks, Chicago Blackhawks & New York Rangers Off-Season Breakdown

May 30, 2018 02:46 - 52 minutes - 36.1 MB

Picks #7-9 in the draft are the Vancouver Canucks, Chicago Blackhawks & New York Rangers. We do a deep-dive into each team and what they need to do this off-season and at the draft. As well, Game 1 of the Stanley Cup Finals was unreal! We give our takeaways from the Vegas Golden Knights Game 1 victory!

Ottawa Senators, Arizona Coyotes & Detroit Red Wings Off-Season Breakdown

May 22, 2018 02:47 - 57 minutes - 39.4 MB

Picks #4-6 in the draft are the Ottawa Senators, Arizona Coyotes & Detroit Red Wings. We do a deep-dive into each team and what they need to do this off-season and at the draft.

Buffalo Sabres, Carolina Hurricanes, Montreal Canadiens Off-Season Breakdown

May 19, 2018 03:00 - 48 minutes - 33.3 MB

As the lottery pick winners, the Habs, Canes and Sabres will all be able to add potential franchise players to their rosters for the 2018-19 season. We break down each of these teams, their off-season plans and the direction they're headed.

Trade Rumor Market Heating Up

May 16, 2018 21:45 - 41 minutes - 28.6 MB

With 27 teams eliminated from Stanley Cup contention, we examine potential trade possibilities and what may happen as we inch closer to the NHL Entry Draft. As well, we analyze the Winnipeg Jets vs Vegas Golden Knights series so far and give our predictions after the Knights tied the series at one. 

Nashville Predators Autopsy Report

May 14, 2018 04:15 - 54 minutes - 37.4 MB

After losing to the Winnipeg Jets in game 7, what do the Nashville Predators do heading into the off-season? Should they consider trading Pekke Rinne? Do they need to acquire another top six winger? Also, we talk about the Vegas Golden Knights and the Winnipeg Jets series and how the Golden Knights can come back and ultimately win the series.

San Jose Sharks & Boston Bruins Off-Season Begins

May 08, 2018 03:13 - 52 minutes - 36 MB

After losing their respective series, the San Jose Sharks and the Boston Bruins enter the off-season looking to build around their core and be able to come back next season even stronger. We talk about what they will be looking for this summer. As well, we talk about the Vegas Golden Knights and the Tampa Bay Lightning as they move on to the Conference Finals.

Preds & Pens Need Game Six Wins

May 06, 2018 23:21 - 36 minutes - 25.3 MB

Can the Nashville Predators and the Pittsburgh Penguins force a game seven in their respective series? What's been the biggest difference for Winnipeg and Washington?  Also, Toronto Maple Leafs head coach Mike Babcock flies to Arizona to meet with Leafs center Auston Matthews and Brad Marchand licks again!

Tampa/Boston, San Jose, Vegas, NHL Free Agency

May 04, 2018 02:45 - 36 minutes - 25.1 MB

We talk the Tampa Bay Lightning and Boston Bruins series and why the goaltending has been the real difference maker. The San Jose Sharks have tied the series with Vegas, what's made this series so enjoyable to watch? Also, we talk NHL free agency and trade potentials. 

Who will be the Maple Leafs next GM?

May 01, 2018 02:24 - 48 minutes - 33.6 MB

Lou Lamoriello will not be back as the Leafs general manager. Who will be the next GM for Toronto? What about the Carolina Hurricanes management situation? Also, we break down all the second round series.

Game Seven Reactions and Eastern Conference Second Round Preview

April 27, 2018 02:40 - 26 minutes - 18.2 MB

We analyze the entire game seven between the Bruins and Leafs and give our predictions on the Eastern Conference second round series.

Remembering the Philadelphia Flyers & Colorado Avalanche

April 24, 2018 03:06 - 28 minutes - 19.6 MB

The Flyers & the Avalanche have both been eliminated. What should they do moving forward? We also give our initial thoughts on the Winnipeg/Nashville series.

Stanley Cup Playoffs: Taking A Look In The Mirror

April 23, 2018 00:23 - 55 minutes - 38 MB

Four teams have been eliminated from the Stanley Cup Playoffs with four more teams joining them soon. What can they do to better their fortunes next season? We talk about every team eliminated thus far and give our predictions on all the game six's.

Leafs Crumble, Capitals Rumble

April 20, 2018 18:16 - 15 minutes - 10.8 MB

Two swing games in the Boston/Toronto and Washington/Columbus series analyzed and we look ahead to a big weekend of elimination games as the first round looks to come to a close. 

Stanley Cup Playoffs: Monday Night's Game 3's

April 17, 2018 19:12 - 22 minutes - 15.7 MB

Breaking down all of Monday night's game 3's!

Stanley Cup Playoffs: Who's coming back from their deficit?

April 17, 2018 02:42 - 45 minutes - 31.2 MB

When a team fails to win a game in a four game series, it's sad. When a team comes back from a deficit of two or more games, it's not (unless you're a fan of the team that blew the lead then...it's sad). We discuss all the playoff series thus far and talk about our favorite series thus far. 

Stanley Cup Playoffs Day 2

April 13, 2018 18:01 - 26 minutes - 18.2 MB

Day 2 of the Stanley Cup Playoffs action recapped! New Jersey Devils vs Tampa Bay Lightning Toronto Maple Leafs vs Boston Bruins Columbus Blue Jackets vs Washington Capitals Colorado Avalanche vs Nashville Predators San Jose Sharks vs Anaheim Ducks

Stanley Cup Playoffs Day 1

April 12, 2018 22:44 - 17 minutes - 12 MB

A post-game analysis on all three games played on the first night of Stanley Cup Playoff action! Pittsburgh vs Philadelphia, Minnesota vs Winnipeg and Los Angeles vs Las Vegas.

Stanley Cup Playoff Preview

April 10, 2018 17:08 - 1 hour - 45.4 MB

The Stanley Cup Playoffs are finally upon us! We break down every series, and talk about the players that will have the biggest impact on each match-up. 

Farewell Sedins, Hello Rebuild

April 05, 2018 16:55 - 1 hour - 41.9 MB

The Vancouver Canucks have serious decisions to make now that their twin (former) superstars will retire at the end of this season. We talk about the future plans of the Canucks. Also, has Kucherov played himself out of the Hart trophy race? Will Florida complete their miracle late season run to make the playoffs? And finally, what happened to the Dallas Stars & Calgary Flames?

NHL Playoff Races: Down to the Wire

March 31, 2018 18:16 - 47 minutes - 32.8 MB

With just over a week remaining, the NHL regular season is culminating into some fantastic playoff races that will assuredly come down to the wire. We talk about the biggest games coming up in the schedule and who will come out on top!

Montreal Canadiens: Where to go from here?

March 27, 2018 18:31 - 45 minutes - 31.4 MB

Andrew Stone from StoneOnSports.com joins Mark as they chat about all things Montreal Canadiens. What does this organization need to do to fix what appears to be a systemic problem? Would they trade Shea Weber or Carey Price? Is Max Pacioretty going to remain captain? Furthermore, will he remain with the Habs? All these answers and more!

Battle for the Basement

March 23, 2018 15:00 - 47 minutes - 32.5 MB

The battle for last place and the best odds to capture a top three pick in the 2018 NHL Entry Draft is the only focus for teams that have been eliminated from playoff contention. Who will take home the NHL's basement dweller label?  Also, find out why the New York Islanders could be poised to become the next powerhouse. You can also checkout our blog post for an even more in-depth analysis as to how this is possible by going to http://othockeytalk.com/islanders-powerhouse

There's a Foot in my Crease

March 22, 2018 15:00 - 49 minutes - 34.3 MB

The NHL and NHLPA have officially voted on allowing for the goaltender interference challenges to be ruled on by the men in the booth in Toronto. Does this change in procedure go far enough in eliminating much of the goaltender interference controversy? We also give our predictions for who will win each individual trophy at the end of the regular season, and give our thoughts on playoff races.

Expanding the Playoffs to 20 Teams

March 16, 2018 18:45 - 26 minutes - 18.3 MB

Should the NHL expand their total playoff teams to 20? We discuss the pros and cons in what will be a big topic at the NHL GM Meetings.

NHL Players Poll

March 09, 2018 05:05 - 1 hour - 45.8 MB

The NHLPA has released the Annual Player's Poll and so we decided to do our own version of it! Check out the actual player poll here if you're interested... http://nhlpa.com/player-poll/2017-18

Potential MVP Candidates

March 07, 2018 04:52 - 58 minutes - 40.1 MB

The race is on for the MVP. Who will take home hockey's greatest personal hardware? Also, you should probably watch this video of Jaroslav Halak... https://youtu.be/_W1mwegjEa4

Trade Deadline Recap

March 01, 2018 08:43 - 49 minutes - 34 MB

We recap the entire NHL Trade Deadline and figure out where each team goes from this point forward.

NHL Trade Deadline Eve

February 26, 2018 06:07 - 52 minutes - 36.1 MB

The day before the 3pm NHL Trade Deadline has already brought us the Rick Nash trade, Tomas Plekanec going to a rival and rumors galore. We break it all down in this special NHL Trade Deadline Eve episode!

Can we get better analysis during games?

February 20, 2018 07:43 - 50 minutes - 34.3 MB

Too often, hockey tries to simplify it's broadcasts for the lowest common denominator. If broadcasters would break down the game in a more in-depth way, people would be able to become real fans of hockey! We chat about this and all the rumors as trade deadline creeps ever closer. 

"I Thought You Were Going To The Olympics?"

February 17, 2018 00:33 - 36 minutes - 25.4 MB

Bruce Boudreau burns Alexander Ovechkin, the Sens look confused, the Kings think Dion Phaneuf is their meal ticket to the playoffs and trade rumors galore.  All this and more on this episode of Overtime Hockey Talk!

Just Trade Everyone Edition

February 12, 2018 19:51 - 48 minutes - 33.2 MB

With all the trade rumors flying around, let's just assume everyone will be traded and we'll all be disappointed when the real deadline hits and there's been far less action than we expected... We also talk Matt Martin is the real MVP (for getting benched), Jake Allen and whether he's still a number one goaltender, and where will famed third liner Brad Richardson go after a successful stint in the desert (sarcasm).

Trade Deadline Buyers & Sellers

February 07, 2018 19:11 - 56 minutes - 38.8 MB

Teams are starting to settle into their role as either buyers and sellers as we near the 2018 NHL Trade Deadline. What are the likelihood of Rick Nash, Evander Kane and Ryan McDonaugh being moved at the deadline? Will we see any blockbusters or will most of the rumors end up being hype? We debate this and more!

Re-Drafting NHL Entry Draft 2010-2013

January 29, 2018 15:00 - 48 minutes - 33.1 MB

Continuing our series where we re-draft NHL entry drafts as we focus on 2010-2013.

Re-Drafting NHL Entry Draft 2006-2009

January 22, 2018 15:00 - 43 minutes - 29.9 MB

Continuing our series on re-drafting NHL Entry Draft's, we tackle 2006 through 2009. 

The Longest Shift Ever

January 19, 2018 19:59 - 35 minutes - 24.3 MB

Zdeno Chara has a 4 min 13 sec shift, the Montreal Canadiens refuse to be sellers, and injuries are forcing team's hands to make a move before the trade deadline. 

Expanded Playoff Bracket

January 17, 2018 18:20 - 44 minutes - 30.9 MB

We create a playoff bracket using current points percentage and talk potential first round match-ups. Also, how the Edmonton Oilers built the New York Islanders potent second line, and someone thinks the Leafs should trade Auston Matthews (yes, our eyes are rolling too). 

Most Underrated Players of All-Time

January 15, 2018 06:46 - 49 minutes - 34.2 MB

The most underrated NHLers of all-time is our focus in this episode, along with news from around the league. 

Mid-Season NHL Grades

January 10, 2018 22:25 - 1 hour - 50.8 MB

We grade all NHL teams on their first half of the season. Using pre-season expectations (and whether those expectations have been met or not), where teams sit offensively, defensively, and special teams, all play a part in our grades. We also talk about potential trade partners for the New York Islanders blueline that has been decimated by injury, and if any teams sitting outside the playoff race can get back into it.

NHL Second Half

January 08, 2018 18:02 - 59 minutes - 40.7 MB

The second half of the NHL season officially begins as we talk trades, playoff predictions, and why it feels right when the Washington Capitals are atop the Metropolitan division (for the regular season...).

2002-2005 NHL Re-Drafts

December 20, 2017 22:51 - 1 hour - 55.2 MB

It's always fun to look back on past drafts and wonder what might have been. We take a close look at the 2002-2005 NHL entry drafts and re-draft in the order of the best possible players available. Hindsight makes us the greatest scouts!

Injuries Derail Good Starts

December 12, 2017 16:58 - 36 minutes - 25.2 MB

Several teams that started off better than expected are being decimated by injuries. Find out how this will impact playoff races and what kind of fixes we would make to these teams. As well, the Ottawa Senators ask 10 players to give them a their list of potential trade locations. Are the Sens primed for a massive rebuild?

Top 5 Most Hated Players in the NHL

December 08, 2017 22:33 - 47 minutes - 32.8 MB

We all can think of players that we hate but if they were on our team, we'd love them. In today's show we give you our list of most hated NHL players. As well, we run down the slew of injuries across the league and how they'll impact playoff races moving forward.

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