Puck Junk Hockey Podcast
250 episodes - English - Latest episode: 4 days ago - ★★★★★ - 31 ratingsHosted by Sal Barry and Tim Parish, the Puck Junk Hockey Podcast focuses on hockey cards, collectibles and culture.
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Bobby Hull Interview | #80 | 12/29/2020
December 29, 2020 07:23 - 22 minutes - 21.1 MBIn this special episode of the Puck Junk Hockey Podcast, Sal Barry interviews Chicago Blackhawks legend Bobby Hull, a.k.a. "The Golden Jet." Hull, a member of the Hockey Hall of Fame, talks about how he and Stan Mikita invented the curved hockey stick, his heated rivalries with John Ferguson and Bryan "Bugsy" Watson, playing advice he gave to his son Brett Hull and the time he suited up for the New York Rangers in 1959 to play in a European exhibition tour. This episode is 23 minutes...
Bobby Hull Interview
December 29, 2020 07:23 - 22 minutes - 21.1 MBhttps://puckjunk.com/2020/12/29/podcast-80-bobby-hull/
Hockey for the Holidays | #79 | 12/23/2020
December 23, 2020 20:43 - 1 hour - 85.3 MBIn our second holiday-themed episode of the Puck Junk Podcast, Sal Barry and Tim Parish share stories -- their own and those submitted by listeners -- about getting hockey-related items for Christmas. Karine Hains, Canadiens beat writer for HockeyBuzz.com, joins the guys to tell her tale of an awesome hockey gift she received in 1990. Sal and Tim also talk about the upcoming 2021 NHL season and the fake Alexis Lafreniere hockey cards being sold on eBay. Show Notes, Links and Images...
Hockey for the Holidays
December 23, 2020 20:43 - 1 hour - 85.3 MBhttps://puckjunk.com/2020/12/23/podcast-79/
Brian Slagel, CEO of Metal Blade Records & Hockey Jersey Collector
December 17, 2020 06:32 - 1 hour - 72.3 MBhttps://puckjunk.com/2020/12/17/podcast-78
Brian Slagel, CEO of Metal Blade Records & Hockey Jersey Collector | #78 | 12/17/2020
December 17, 2020 06:32 - 1 hour - 72.3 MBIn this special episode of the Puck Junk Hockey Podcast, Sal Barry and Tim Parish are joined by Brian Slagel, the CEO of Metal Blade Records. Brian launched the careers of heavy metal bands such as Metallica, Slayer, Overkill, Fates Warning, GWAR and many more. He is also a longtime hockey fan who owns over 800 game-worn hockey jerseys. Brian talks about what it was like going to L.A. Kings games before and during the "Gretzky Era," tracking down-hard-to-find jerseys and how he gave ...
The NHL's Game Plan for 2021
December 15, 2020 05:04 - 1 hour - 75.1 MBhttps://puckjunk.com/2020/12/14/podcast-77/
The NHL's Game Plan for 2021 & the $1.29M Gretzky RC | #77 | 12/15/2020
December 15, 2020 05:04 - 1 hour - 75.1 MBSal Barry and Tim Parish discuss the NHL's plans for the upcoming 2021 NHL season, including rumored start dates and division realignment. Then they talk about the recent sale of the O-Pee-Chee Wayne Gretzky rookie card that sold for $1.29 million at auction -- and speculate over what could be the next hockey card to sell for $1 million. Show Notes, Links and Images: https://puckjunk.com/2020/12/14/podcast-77/
The Million Dollar Gretzky Rookie & 2020-21 Upper Deck Series 1 Hockey
December 09, 2020 05:38 - 1 hour - 99.5 MBhttps://puckjunk.com/2020/12/09/podcast-76/
The Million Dollar Gretzky Rookie & 2020-21 Upper Deck Series 1 Hockey | #76 | 12/9/2020
December 09, 2020 05:38 - 1 hour - 99.5 MBAfter a three-week hiatus, Sal Barry and Tim Parish are back with a new episode of the Puck Junk Hockey Podcast. This time, they talk about the release of 2020-21 Upper Deck Series One Hockey cards -- and some of the production problems that have plagued the set. The guys also discuss the PSA 10 Wayne Gretzky O-Pee-Chee rookie card that will become the most-valuable hockey card of all-time. Plus, new and upcoming releases, "COMC Jail," and more. Show Notes, Links and Images: https:...
Reverse Retro Jerseys, Part 3
November 20, 2020 17:30 - 48 minutes - 44.8 MBhttps://puckjunk.com/2020/11/20/podcast-75/
Reverse Retro Jerseys, Part 3 | #75 | 11/20/2020
November 20, 2020 17:30 - 48 minutes - 44.8 MBSal Barry, Tim Parish, Jim Howard and Blake Isaacs conclude their talk about the new NHL Reverse Retro jerseys. In part three of this three-part podcast, they look at the new jerseys for the New Jersey Devils, Ottawa Senators, Philadelphia Flyers, Pittsburgh Penguins, San Jose Sharks, St. Louis Blues, Tampa Bay Lightning, Toronto Maple Leafs, Vancouver Canucks, Washington Capitals and Winnipeg Jets. Show Notes, Links and Images: https://puckjunk.com/2020/11/20/podcast-75/
Reverse Retro Jerseys, Part 2 | #74 | 11/19/2020
November 20, 2020 01:26 - 41 minutes - 37.9 MBSal Barry, Tim Parish, Jim Howard and Blake Isaacs continue their discussion of the new NHL Reverse Retro Jerseys. In part two of this three-part podcast, they talk about the jerseys for the Detroit Red Wings, Edmonton Oilers, Florida Panthers, Las Vegas Golden Knights, Los Angeles Kings, Minnesota Wild, Montreal Canadiens, Nashville Predators, New York Islanders and New York Rangers. Show Notes, Links and Images: https://puckjunk.com/2020/11/19/podcast-74/
Reverse Retro Jerseys, Part 2
November 20, 2020 01:26 - 41 minutes - 37.9 MBhttps://puckjunk.com/2020/11/19/podcast-74/
Reverse Retro Jerseys, Part 1 | #73 | 11/18/2020
November 19, 2020 04:24 - 52 minutes - 48.5 MBSal Barry, Tim Parish, Jim Howard and Blake Isaacs talk about the new NHL Reverse Retro Jerseys. In part one of this three-part podcast, they discuss jerseys of the Anaheim Ducks, Arizona Coyotes, Boston Bruins, Buffalo Sabres, Calgary Flames, Carolina Hurricanes (a.k.a. Hartford Whalers), Chicago Blackhawks, Colorado Avalanche (a.k.a. Quebec Nordiques), Columbus Blue Jackets and Dallas Stars. Show Notes, Links and Images: https://puckjunk.com/2020/11/18/podcast-73/
Reverse Retro Jerseys, Part 1
November 19, 2020 04:24 - 52 minutes - 48.5 MBhttps://puckjunk.com/2020/11/18/podcast-73/
The Best and Worst of Hockey Card Collecting in 2019-20 | #72 | 11/12/2020
November 12, 2020 05:10 - 1 hour - 106 MBIn the newest Puck Junk Hockey Podcast, Sal Barry and Tim Parish talk about the best and worst of hockey card collecting during the 2019-20 season. They also discuss the upcoming Sport Card Expo - Virtual Edition (coming to a computer near you!) later this month and the NHL's "Return to Play" plan. Show Notes, Links and Images: https://puckjunk.com/2020/11/12/podcast-72
The Best and Worst of Hockey Card Collecting in 2019-20
November 12, 2020 05:10 - 1 hour - 106 MBhttps://puckjunk.com/2020/11/12/podcast-72
2020-21 MVP Hockey Cards | #71 | 10/22/2020
October 22, 2020 18:39 - 1 hour - 172 MBIn this episode of the Puck Junk Hockey Podcast, Sal Barry and Tim Parish talk about hockey announcer Mike "Doc" Emrick retiring and the new 2020-21 Upper Deck MVP Hockey cards. Plus, more details about the Virtual Expo 2.0. Show Notes, Links and Images: https://puckjunk.com/2020/10/22/podcast-71/
2020-21 MVP Hockey Cards
October 22, 2020 18:39 - 1 hour - 172 MBhttps://puckjunk.com/2020/10/22/podcast-71/
2020-21 O-Pee-Chee Hockey Cards | #70 | 10/15/2020
October 15, 2020 05:45 - 1 hour - 84 MBIt's been a month, but we're back! In the latest Puck Junk Hockey Podcast, Sal Barry and Tim Parish discuss some of the offseason moves by NHL teams. They also talk about the upcoming Virtual Expo 2.0 and new hockey card releases. Then the guys take a long, detailed look at the 2020-21 O-Pee-Chee Hockey card set by Upper Deck. Show Notes, Links and Images: https://puckjunk.com/2020/10/15/podcast-70/
2020-21 O-Pee-Chee Hockey Cards
October 15, 2020 05:45 - 1 hour - 84 MBhttps://puckjunk.com/2020/10/15/podcast-70/
2001-02 Fleer Greats of the Game Hockey Cards | #69 | 9/15/2020
September 15, 2020 04:07 - 1 hour - 83 MBIn this episode of the Puck Junk Hockey Podcast, Sal Barry and Tim Parish talk about the 2001-02 Fleer Greats of the Game Hockey card set, which has an impressive lineup of Hall of Famers and hometown heroes. They also talk about the latest hockey collectibles from Upper Deck and Topps. This episode is 90 minutes of pure hockey goodness. Show Notes, Links and Images: https://puckjunk.com/2020/09/15/podcast-69/
2001-02 Fleer Greats of the Game Hockey Cards
September 15, 2020 04:07 - 1 hour - 83 MBhttps://puckjunk.com/2020/09/15/podcast-69/
1982-83 O-Pee-Chee Hockey Cards | #68 | 8/28/2020
August 28, 2020 20:16 - 2 hours - 117 MBIn the latest Puck Junk Hockey Podcast, Sal Barry and Tim Parish look back at the 1982-83 O-Pee-Chee Hockey Card set. They also discuss the pause of the NHL playoffs due to players protesting systemic racism, the legacy of Dale Hawerchuk, Mike Milbury putting his shoe in his mouth one too many times, the problem with Topps NOW Hockey stickers, and much more. This episode is 2 hours 8 minutes, so kick back and enjoy! Show Notes, Links and Images: https://puckjunk.com/2020/08/28/podca...
1982-83 O-Pee-Chee Hockey Cards
August 28, 2020 20:16 - 2 hours - 117 MBhttps://puckjunk.com/2020/08/28/podcast-68/
1989-90 OHL & 1990 Memorial Cup Hockey Sets | #67 | 8/11/2020
August 11, 2020 04:51 - 1 hour - 104 MBIn this week's episode of the Puck Junk Hockey Podcast, Sal Barry and Tim Parish talk about Phase 2 of the NHL Draft Lottery -- including the New York Rangers somewhat controversial win of the first-overall pick. They also talk about the Stanley Cup Qualifying and Round Robin games, the upcoming first round of the playoffs, and Dale Tallon leaving the Florida Panthers. Then, the guys look back at the 1989-90 OHL and 1990 Memorial Cup hockey card sets made by short-lived company 7th I...
Collecting Mario Lemieux | #66 | 8/6/2020
August 06, 2020 06:13 - 1 hour - 106 MBIn Episode #66 of the Puck Junk Hockey Podcast, Sal Barry and Tim Parish focus on the greatest "Number 66" ever: Mario Lemieux! They discuss the many, many different Mario Lemieux insert and tribute sets that were issued over the years, as well as some of the more offbeat Super Mario cards. Sal and Tim also talk about the new "Red Penguins" hockey documentary, the NHL playoffs so far and new hockey cards released this week. Show Notes, Links and Images: https://puckjunk.com/2020/08/...
1992-93 Bowman Hockey Cards | #65 | 7/16/2020
July 16, 2020 04:47 - 1 hour - 92.1 MBIt's been a little over a week, but the Puck Junk Podcast is back and at least as good as the last time! In this episode, Sal Barry and Tim Parish talk about the upcoming restart of the NHL season, as well as the NHL Awards nominees. Then they take an in-depth look at the 1992-93 Bowman Hockey card set that is often overlooked because it was relatively underproduced. Plus, those gosh darn gold-foil single prints make it a pain to complete. This episode weighs in at 1 hour 40 minutes ...
1996-97 Black Diamond Hockey Cards | #64 | 7/4/2020
July 04, 2020 05:31 - 1 hour - 79.5 MBIn the newest episode of the Puck Junk Hockey Podcast, Sal Barry and Tim Parish give their long-overdue recap of the Virtual Expo. Then they talk about the NHL Draft Lottery and the NHL's rumored "hub cities. Finally, they take a look back at the 1996-97 Upper Deck Black Diamond Hockey card set, which was the first hockey set to utilize short-printed cards as part of the main set. Show Notes, Links and Images: https://puckjunk.com/2020/07/04/podcast-64/
Hockey Hall of Fame Class of 2020 | #63 | 6/25/2020
June 25, 2020 05:07 - 56 minutes - 51.5 MBSal Barry and guest co-host Blake Isaacs talk about the Hockey Hall of Fame Class of 2020: Jarome Iginla, Marian Hossa, Doug Wilson, Kevin Lowe, Kim St-Pierre and Ken Holland. Plus, they discuss who was snubbed by the Hall this year, and who might make it in 2021.
Collectors Corner #54 - Auctions Galore! - 6/5/2020
June 22, 2020 01:57 - 10 minutes - 18.8 MBIn this episode of the Collectors Corner, Sal Barry and Ron Barr talk about some interesting sport memorabilia auctions, such as the Arena Football League selling its assets, the backboard from Michael Jordan's famous shot, and a photo used on an iconic football card.
2005-06 Parkhurst Hockey Cards | #62 | 6/17/2020
June 17, 2020 05:56 - 1 hour - 73.8 MBIn this week's episode of the Puck Junk Hockey Podcast, Sal Barry and Tim Parish take a look back at the 2005-06 Parkhurst Hockey card set. It was one of the last sets to be released that season, but stands out as one of the best. Plus, they talk about new cards from Upper Deck and President's Choice Trading Cards, and about this weekend's Virtual Expo. It's 80 minutes of hockey goodness! Show Notes, Links and Images: https://puckjunk.com/2020/06/17/podcast-62/
1989-90 Topps & O-Pee-Chee Hockey Cards | #61 | 6/9/2020
June 09, 2020 06:29 - 1 hour - 82.1 MBSal Barry and Tim Parish look back 30 years at the 1989-90 Topps and O-Pee-Chee hockey card sets and reminisce about why those sets were awesome then -- and still awesome today. Plus, they talk about the upcoming "Virtual" Sport Card Expo happening June 19-20. Today's episode is 90 minutes of pure hockey goodness! Show Notes, Images and Links: https://puckjunk.com/2020/06/09/podcast-61/
The NHL and Racial Justice | #60 | 6/5/2020
June 05, 2020 04:18 - 1 hour - 70.5 MBIn this episode, Sal Barry is joined by guest co-host Blake Isaacs. They discuss the NHL's reaction to the past week of violence and civil unrest. Sal and Blake also talk about the Red Wings' next team captain and the logo design for the Henderson Silver Knights. Show Notes, Images and Links: https://puckjunk.com/2020/06/04/podcast-60/
The NHL Plans to Restart | #59 | 5/27/2020
May 27, 2020 06:24 - 1 hour - 72.9 MBThe NHL is back! Well, it will be back in July -- hopefully -- with 24 postseason teams, qualifying rounds, and a convoluted, two-phase draft lottery. Sal Barry and Tim Parish break down every aspect of the NHL's proposed "return to play" plan, weighing the pros and cons of each detail. After listing to this show, be sure to chime in and let us know what you think of the NHL's return strategy. Show Notes and Links: https://puckjunk.com/2020/05/27/podcast-59/ Edit
The Controversy of Cards with Protective Film | #58 | 5/20/2020
May 20, 2020 04:00 - 1 hour - 89.2 MBThis week, Sal Barry and Tim Parish discuss the controversial topic of hockey trading cards with protective film on them. From the mid-1990s until the early 2000s, card companies would put protective film on premium cards to protect them from getting scratched. Collectors were split into two camps on this: some removed the film from the cards, while others believed that doing so would actually reduce the value of the cards on the secondary market. Sal and Tim also talk about the new ...
1993-94 Fleer PowerPlay Hockey Setrospective
May 13, 2020 04:08 - 1 hour - 84.2 MBIn this episode of the Puck Junk Hockey Podcast, Sal Barry and Tim Parish reminisce about 1993-94 Fleer PowerPlay Hockey, which was a modern day "tall boys" card set that didn't go over with collectors too well. They also talk about the American Hockey League cancelling the rest of its season, and Brendan Leipsic getting waived by the Capitals after making misogynistic comments on Instagram. It's 92 minutes of hockey goodness! Show Notes, Links and Images: https://puckjunk.com/2...
1993-94 Fleer PowerPlay Hockey Cards | #57 | 5/13/2020
May 13, 2020 04:08 - 1 hour - 84.2 MBIn this episode of the Puck Junk Hockey Podcast, Sal Barry and Tim Parish reminisce about 1993-94 Fleer PowerPlay Hockey, which was a modern day "tall boys" card set that didn't go over with collectors too well. They also talk about the American Hockey League cancelling the rest of its season, and Brendan Leipsic getting waived by the Capitals after making misogynistic comments on Instagram. Show Notes, Links and Images: https://puckjunk.com/2020/05/13/podcast-57/
The Carolina Hurricanes & Chicago Wolves Affiliation | #56 | 5/4/2020
May 04, 2020 17:19 - 2 hours - 117 MBAfter a two-ish week hiatus, the Puck Junk Hockey Podcast is back! This time, Sal Barry and Tim Parish talk about the new affiliation agreement between the Carolina Hurricanes and the AHL's Chicago Wolves -- which leaves the Charlotte Checkers in limbo. They also discuss the new Pro Visions insert cards found in 2019-20 Upper Deck Credentials Hockey and the difficulties of packing and moving a card collection to a new home. Show Notes and Links: https://puckjunk.com/2020/05/04/podc...
1973-74 Topps & O-Pee-Chee Hockey Cards | #55 | 4/17/2020
April 17, 2020 17:58 - 1 hour - 86.3 MBIn today's episode of the Puck Junk Hockey Podcast, Sal Barry and Tim Parish take a look back at the 1973-74 Topps and O-Pee-Chee hockey card sets. They also get caught up in all the hockey happenings in the news. This episode is 1 hour and 35 minutes of pure hockey goodness! Show Notes, Links and Images: https://puckjunk.com/2020/04/17/podcast-55/
1992-93 Topps Hockey Cards | #54 | 4/8/2020
April 08, 2020 06:43 - 1 hour - 99.4 MBIn the latest -- and dare we say greatest? -- episode of the Puck Junk Hockey Podcast, Sal Barry and Tim Parish look back at the "ugly baby" known as the 1992-93 Topps Hockey card set. They also discuss all the latest hockey happenings (or lack thereof) going on over the past week. Spoiler alert: they get off topic for a bit and talk about The Love Guru. You have been warned. Show Notes, Links and Additional Images: https://puckjunk.com/2020/04/08/podcast-54/
Neo-Retro Parkhurst Hockey Card Sets | #53 | 3/31/2020
March 31, 2020 19:48 - 1 hour - 108 MBIn this episode of the Puck Junk Hockey Podcast, Sal Barry and Tim Parish discuss the latest happenings around the world of hockey, including the cancellation of the KHL in Russia-- what took them so long? -- and the postponement of the NHL Entry Draft and Award Show. Then they talk about the three "Neo-Retro" Parkhurst Hockey card sets: Missing Link, Tall Boys and '66'67 Parkies. These wonderful sets came out in the 1990s, but featured designs and players from the 1950s and 1960s. ...
1986-87 Topps & O-Pee-Chee Hockey Cards | #52 | 3/24/2020
March 24, 2020 17:33 - 1 hour - 85.9 MBThis week, Sal Barry and Tim Parish talk about the cancellation of the IIHF World Ice Hockey Championships and two Ottawa Senators players testing positive for COVID-19. They discuss Wayne Gretzky breaking the all-time goal record 26 years ago, and how Coronavirus disease has affected the trading card hobby. Finally, they take a long look at the 1986-87 Topps and O-Pee-Chee Hockey card sets. Show Notes and Links: https://puckjunk.com/2020/03/24/podcast-52/
COVID-19 Pauses NHL Season | #51 | 3/17/2020
March 17, 2020 07:00 - 1 hour - 93 MBCOVID-19, a.k.a. the Coronavirus Disease, has halted the hockey season for the time being -- and for who knows how long? This week, Sal and Tim talk about how this pandemic has indefinitely "paused" the NHL, the AHL, and even local recreational hockey leagues. They also talk about 2019-20 Upper Deck Allure Hockey cards. Plus, the return of the Puck Junk Listener Mailbag! Show Notes and Links: https://puckjunk.com/2020/03/17/podcast-51/
COVID-19 Coronavirus Impacts the NHL | #50 | 3/12/2020
March 12, 2020 06:13 - 1 hour - 74.4 MBSal Barry and Tim Parish talk about the COVID-19 disease, also known as Coronavirus, and how it has affected the NHL so far. Other topics include Roberto Luongo, Mika Zibanejad and remembering Canadiens' legend Henri Richard. Show Notes and Links: https://puckjunk.com/2020/03/12/podcast-50/
How the 1994-95 NHL Lockout Forever Changed Hockey Cards | #49 | 3/6/2020
March 06, 2020 04:37 - 1 hour - 105 MBNothing had a bigger effect on hockey trading cards than the 1994-95 NHL Lockout. Because of the lockout, companies could make more hockey sets, hockey cards became more expensive and autographed cards became more commonplace. However, the 1994 NHL lockout was not without casualties, as some card sets -- as well as other licensed NHL collectibles -- were cancelled, while some contests and promotions were ruined. Sal Barry and Tim Parish take a look back at the 1994-95 lockout and how...
EBUG Sensation David Ayres | #48 | 2/28/2020
February 28, 2020 06:15 - 1 hour - 104 MBIn this episode of the Puck Junk Hockey Podcast, Sal Barry and Tim Parish talk about Emergency Backup Goalie sensation David Ayres, who played for the Carolina Hurricanes last Saturday and was the first EBUG to record a win. Plus, it's the debut of the Puck Junk Listener Mailbag! And we might have overdone it with the mailbag questions this week, as this episode is now 1 hour and 54 minutes long. But that's OK, because it's awesome. Don't believe us? Well, click that "Play" button an...
Collecting the Miracle on Ice Hockey Team | #47 | 2/21/2020
February 21, 2020 05:28 - 1 hour - 89.5 MBThis Saturday marks the 40th anniversary of the "Miracle on Ice," when the U.S. Hockey Team beat the Soviet Union in the 1980 Winter Olympics en route to winning the gold medal. Sal Barry and Tim Parish talk about collecting the "Miracle on Ice" hockey players. They also discuss National Hockey Card Day 2020, the 2020 Stadium Series and the Daniel Carcillo-Paul Bissonnette Twitter feud. Show Notes and Links: https://puckjunk.com/2020/02/20/podcast-47/
1989-90 Panini Hockey Stickers | #46 | 2/14/2020
February 14, 2020 04:20 - 1 hour - 97.6 MBIn the latest episode of the Puck Junk Hockey Podcast, Sal Barry and Tim Parish take a look back 30 years ago at the 1989-90 Panini Hockey Sticker set. They also talk about the upcoming National Hockey Card Day, NBC firing Jeremy Roenick and more. Show Notes and Links: https://puckjunk.com/2020/02/13/podcast-46/