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Puck Podcast

747 episodes - English - Latest episode: about 1 year ago - ★★★★★ - 469 ratings

A weekly hockey podcast that talks about nothing but the NHL with analysis, interviews, opinions and information you won't get anywhere else.

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Puck Podcast - February 14, 2023

February 15, 2023 09:06 - 2 hours - 123 MB

On this week’s show in the first period we get you caught up on all the news from the past week in the NHL including the latest in the playoff races as we are now into the second half of the season. We had a major trade, a future Hall of Famer stepping away from the game indefinitely, in injury to a young star and more. In the second period friend of the show Doug Plagens, Florida Panthers radio play-by-play man joins us to talk all about what’s going on with the Panthers. In the third perio...

Puck Podcast - February 7, 2023

February 08, 2023 10:44 - 2 hours - 135 MB

On this week’s show in the first period we’ll get you up to date on all the news from the past week in the NHL including commissioner Gary Bettman talking TV ratings, the NHL Pride nights and tanking plus Bo Horvat signs and we've got a minor league story straight out of Slap Shot. In the second period we discuss the All-Star game skill competition and All-Star game. In the third period we read your e-mails. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Puck Podcast - January 31, 2023

February 01, 2023 10:48 - 2 hours - 135 MB

On this week’s show in the first period we’ll get you up to date on all the news from the past week in the NHL including our first major trade of the season, the passing of a Hall of Famer, more Pride controversy and the reigning league MVP injured. In the second period we welcome in Sam Carchidi of  Philly Hockey Now to talk John Tortorella, Ivan Proverov and all things Flyers. In the third period we read your e-mails See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Puck Podcast - January 24, 2023

January 25, 2023 11:58 - 2 hours - 150 MB

In the first period we recap all the news from the past week in the NHL including a coaching change in Vancouver, controversy in Philadelphia, history for Steven Stamkos, Johnny Hockey’s return to Calgary and more. In the second period we are going to look at the NHL standing to see which teams have met, exceeded or are below our expectations. In the third period we read your e-mails.  See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Puck Podcast - January 17, 2023

January 18, 2023 11:59 - 2 hours - 135 MB

We recap the past week in the NHL including praising the Kraken and Devils for what they have been doing away from home. We’ve got John Tortorella being John Tortorella and another week of something bad happening for the Vancouver Canucks. In the second period we are joined by Conor McGahey, the radio play by play man of the Colorado Avlanche to talk about an rocky first half for the defending Stanley Cup chaps. In the third period we read your e-mails and we have some Puck Podcast mail as w...

Puck Podcast - January 10, 2023

January 11, 2023 12:14 - 2 hours - 134 MB

On this week's show in the first period we’ll get you up to date on all the news from the past week in the NHL including the All Star game selections, historic seasons for the Bruins and Connor McDavid and more. In the second period we are joined by John Walton, radio play by play voice of the Washington Capitals to talk about the Great 8 and the Caps this season. In the third period we read your e-mails, we’ll give a shoutout to our latest Patreon supporter and an update on our friend Kris ...

Puck Podcast - January 3, 2023

January 04, 2023 16:14 - 2 hours - 121 MB

On this week's Puck Podcast we recap another week in the NHL. In the first period we talk Winter Classic (current and future), give you the latest on the "Gr8 Chase" and more. In the second period Cory Lavalette from The Athletic joins us to talk about the red hot Carolina Hurricanes. In the third period we read your e-mails.  See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Puck Podcast - December 27, 2022

December 28, 2022 11:55 - 2 hours - 119 MB

On this week’s show we recap the past week in the NHL. In the first period we update you on the "GR8 Chase", we’ll tell you about John Tortorella making a ridiculous statement and the Bruins making a ridiculous announcement. In the second period we are joined by friend of the Josh Yohe of The Athletic has covered the Pittsburgh Penguins for years. In the third period we read your e-mails.  See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Puck Podcast - December 20, 2022

December 21, 2022 09:58 - 2 hours - 120 MB

We recap the past week in the NHL. In the first period we discuss streaks for the Bruins and Rangers, Ovie’s milestone is on hold and a former NHL player calls out a current NHL coach. In the second period we are joined by Mike Heika who covers the Dallas Stars. In the third period we read your e-mails.  See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Puck Podcast - December 14, 2022

December 15, 2022 10:52 - 1 hour - 106 MB

On this week’s show in the first period we recap all the news from the past week in the NHL including the Great 8 getting 800, a Sabres rising star getting the Pant Trick in one period, a streak ending for the Devils, one continuing for Mitch Marner and more. In the second period we are joined by Ken Boehlke of SinBin.Vegas to talk about the Golden Knights. In the third period we read your e-mails.  See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Puck Podcast - December 7, 2022

December 08, 2022 11:17 - 2 hours - 130 MB

On this week’s show in the first period we get you up to date on all the news from the past week in the NHL including streaks for Mitch Marner and the New Jersey Devils continuing, a miles stone for Steven Stamkos and more issues in Vancouver. In the second period we are joined by former NHL goalie Mike McKenna. In the third period we read your e-mails. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Puck Podcast November 30, 2022

December 01, 2022 09:31 - 2 hours - 138 MB

On this week's Puck Podcast in the first period we recap the past week in the NHL including another heath scare for a Penguins star, the passing of a Hall of Famer, the Devils streak ending while the Bruins streak continues, Matthew Tkachuk returns to Calgary and more. In the second period Geoff Baker of the Seattle Times joins us to discuss the surprising start to the season for the Kraken. In the third period we read your e-mails.  See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Puck Podcast - November 23, 2022

November 24, 2022 06:37 - 1 hour - 106 MB

On this week's show in the first period we recap the past week in the NHL that included the streaking Devils, players facing their old teams and the resurgence of Erik Karlsson. In the second period Matt Laughlin joins us to talk about New Jersey's amazing start. In the third period we read your e-mails.  See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Puck Podcast - November 15, 2022

November 16, 2022 12:17 - 2 hours - 113 MB

On this week’s show in the first period we recap all the news from the past week in the NHL including more fall out from the Bruins signing Mitchell Miller, Jack Eichel’s big game back to Buffalo, Hall of Fame festivities and more. In the second period we are joined by Jeff Ponder of Let’s Go Blues Radio.com to talk about the rough start to the season for St. Louis. In the third period we read your e-mails. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Puck Podcast - November 8, 2022

November 09, 2022 12:53 - 2 hours - 121 MB

On this week's show in the first period we recap the past week in the NHL including a great start by the Boston Bruins overshadowed by a misstep off the ice. Plus could Deadpool buy the Senators?, who's hot and who's not and more. In the second period Steve Conroy of the Boston Herald joins us to continue the discussion about the Bruins. In the third period we read your e-mails.  See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Puck Podcast - November 1, 2022

November 02, 2022 10:28 - 2 hours - 134 MB

On this week’s show in the first period we recap the past week in the NHL and talk about history for our favorite hot dog eating hockey player, the Coyotes home debut, Brad Marchand returning for the red hot Bruins and the Maple Leafs struggling. In the second period we are joined by friend of the show Craig Morgan of PHNX Sports to tells what it was like to see an NHL game in a 5,000 seat arena and the latest arena news for the Coyotes. In the third period we read your e-mails.  See omnyst...

Puck Podcast - October 25, 2022

October 26, 2022 11:27 - 2 hours - 123 MB

On this week’s show in the first period we get you up to date on where teams are after the second week of the NHL regular season and talk about what we saw and what was noteworthy over the past week including an nightmare start to the season by the Vancouver Canucks. In the second period we get you up to date on all the news from this past week including a big injury for the defending champs, an injury to a star player who can’t seem to stay healthy and our thoughts on the latest Reverse Ret...

Puck Podcast - October 18, 2022

October 19, 2022 10:50 - 2 hours - 131 MB

On this week’s show in the first period we get you up to date on the first week of the NHL regular season and talk about several big names making debuts for their new teams. In the second period we get you up to date on all the news this week including a big injury for the Maple Leafs and an update on the troubling accusations made against a Lightning player. In the third period we read your e-mails.  See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Puck Podcast - October11, 2022

October 12, 2022 19:58 - 2 hours - 155 MB

On this week’s show in the first period we get you up to date on all the latest news from the NHL including the start of the NHL season in Prague, the Stars signing their young star, the Flames with a couple of big signings and a disturbing allegation against a Lightning player. In the second period we give you our predictions for each division and or Stanley Cup matchup. In the third period we read your e-mails.  See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Puck Podcast - October 4, 2022

October 05, 2022 10:17 - 2 hours - 122 MB

On this week’s show in the first period we get you up to date on all the latest news from the past week in the NHL including a big signing for the Islanders, an big injury for the Senators and a big reveal for the Kraken. In the second period we wrap up our division previews with a look at the Pacific Division. In the third period we read your e-mails. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Puck Podcast - September 27, 2022

September 28, 2022 12:13 - 2 hours - 146 MB

On this week’s show in the first period we get you up to date on all the latest news from the NHL including the Stars opening camp without one of their top players, the Panthers paying a lot for their two goalies, the defending Stanley Cup Champs losing their captain for a while and the Sabres locking up their GM. In the second period we continue our division previews with a look at the Metropolitan Division. In the third period we read your e-mails. See omnystudio.com/listener for pr...

Puck Podcast - September 20, 2022

September 21, 2022 10:12 - 2 hours - 152 MB

On this week’s show in the first period we recap the past week in the NHL including an Avs star getting a big pay day, three veteran defenseman all retiring on the same day and the Sharks and Evander Kane settling their grievance.  In the second period we begin our division previews with a look at the Central Division. In the third period we read your e-mails.  See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Puck Podcast - September 13, 2022

September 14, 2022 09:47 - 2 hours - 115 MB

On this week's show in the first period the Blues and Senators secure two of their young stars while the Canadiens name their youngest captain in team history. Plus we talk about the NHL's national TV schedule for this coming season. In the second period we preview the Atlantic Division. In the third period we read your e-mails.  See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Puck Podcast - September 6, 2022

September 07, 2022 10:24 - 1 hour - 98 MB

On this week's show in the first period we will get you up to date on all the latest news from the NHL including the Vancouver Canucks addressing their biggest offseason issue and the Dallas Stars signing one of their two big restricted free agents. In the second period we will be joined by Ansar Khan of MLive. He covers the Detroit Red Wings and we are going to discuss with him a team that many considers one of the most improved teams for this coming season. In the third period we read your...

Puck Podcast - August 30, 2022

August 31, 2022 10:50 - 1 hour - 109 MB

On this week’s show in the first period we will get you up to date on all the latest news from the NHL including a break out player from a year ago signing a long term extension, the Vegas Golden Knights signed a NHL veteran on the verge of a big milestone. There is also news on a Stanley Cup winning coach that says he is stepping away from the game.  In the second period we will be joined by Craig Morgan PHNX Sports to talk about the always interesting Arizona Coyotes. In the third period w...

Puck Podcast - August 23, 2022

August 24, 2022 09:59 - 1 hour - 108 MB

On this week’s show in the first period we will get you up to date on all the latest news from the NHL including Nazem Kadri finally finding a team and possible the end of Carey Price’s career. In the second period we will be joined by Pat Steinberg from SportsNet 960 in Calgary to talk about the eventful offseason for the Flames. In the third period we read your e-mails. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Puck Podcast - August 16, 2022

August 17, 2022 09:05 - 2 hours - 114 MB

On this week’s show in the first period we will get you up to date on all the latest news from the NHL including major injury news for the Vegas Golden Knights and Carolina Hurricanes. In the second period we take a suggestion from one of our listeners with Doug and Eddie doing a fantasy draft to pick their current and all-time starting 6 in the NHL. In the third period we read your e-mails. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Puck Podcast - August 9, 2022

August 10, 2022 09:49 - 1 hour - 102 MB

On this week’s show in the first period we get you up to date on all the latest news from the NHL including Jonathan Hueberdeau signing long term in Calgary, Nazim Kadri apparently on the verge of signing with the Islanders and the latest developments in the Hockey Canada scandal. In the second period Jon Paul Morosi joins us to talk about the reschedule World Junior Championships that are underway in Edmonton. In the third period we read your e-mails. See omnystudio.com/listener for privac...

Puck Podcast - August 2, 2022

August 03, 2022 10:02 - 2 hours - 126 MB

On this week’s show in the first period we will get you up to date on all the news from the NHL over the past week including one of the big available free agents finally signing. We’ll tell you why the Minnesota Wild are breathing a sign of relief and the San Jose Sharks honor a couple of legends. In the second period we have a fantastic interview with Jesse Granger of The Athletic to talk about the Vegas Golden Knights. In the third period we read your e-mails. See omnystudio.com/listener ...

Puck Podcast - July 26, 2022

July 27, 2022 09:47 - 1 hour - 106 MB

From Los Angeles I’m Eddie Garcia along with Doug Stolhand thanks for joining us for another edition of the Puck Podcast.    On this week’s show in the first period we will get you up to date on all the latest news from the past week in the NHL including a blockbuster trade between the Panthers and Flames. Plus the Sharks have their next head coach and hockey scandals continue to be in the news. In the second period Florida Panthers radio play by play man Doug Plagens joins us to talk abou...

Puck Podcast - July 19, 2022

July 20, 2022 07:08 - 2 hours - 138 MB

On this week’s show in the first period we will get you up to date on all the latest news from the NHL including all the free agent signings over the past week plus some interesting trades. In the second period friend of the show Aaron Portzline of The Athletic will join us to talk about the shocking decision of Johnny Gaudreau to join the Columbus Blue Jackets. In the third period we read your e-mails. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Puck Podcast - July 12, 2022

July 13, 2022 11:27 - 2 hours - 125 MB

On this week’s show in the first period we talk about the Predators gamble paying off, goalie news for the Maple Leafs and Avalanche and the Blackhawks blowing up their roster. In the second period we discuss the first round of the NHL Draft and look ahead to start of the free agency signing period. In the third period we read your e-mails. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Puck Podcast - July 5, 2022

July 06, 2022 15:39 - 2 hours - 114 MB

On this week’s show in the first period we will get you up to date on all the latest news from the NHL including three coaching vacancies being filled and another one opening up and a historic hire by the Sharks. Plus this week’s trades, signings and injury news. In the second period Chris Peters, NHL Draft and Prospect analyst for Daily Faceoff  and host of Talking Hockey Sense joins us to talk about the upcoming NHL Draft. In the third period we read your e-mails. See omnystudio.com/liste...

Puck Podcast - June 28, 2022

June 29, 2022 12:18 - 2 hours - 135 MB

On this week’s show in the first period we recap the Stanley Cup Final. In the second period we’ll hear from friend of the show, sometimes co-host and Colorado Avalanche fan Kris Koller to talk about his favorite team winning the Stanley Cup. We’ll also get you up to date on all the non-Stanley Cup NHL news from the past week. In the third period we read your e-mails. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Puck Podcast - June 21, 2022

June 22, 2022 11:52 - 2 hours - 117 MB

On this week’s show in the first period we check in on the past 7 days in the Stanley Cup Final. In the second period will get you up to date on the latest NHL news from the past week with Matt Larkin Managing Editor and Senior Writer for Daily Faceoff joining us. In the third period we read your e-mails. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Puck Podcast - June 14, 2022

June 15, 2022 15:18 - 1 hour - 93.3 MB

On this week’s show in the first period we check in on the past 7 days in the Stanley Cup Playoffs as the Stanley Cup Final is set with the Colorado Avalanche facing the Tampa Bay Lightning.  In the second period Avs radio play by play man Connor McGahey and Erik Erlendsson from LightningInsider.com to get their thoughts on the Stanley Cup Final plus our predictions.  W'ell also get you up to date on the latest NHL news including Vegas hiring Bruce Cassidy as head coach. In the third period ...

Puck Podcast - June 7, 2022

June 08, 2022 11:33 - 2 hours - 138 MB

On this week’s show in the first period we check in on the past 7 days in the Stanley Cup Playoffs as we already have one team into the Stanley Cup Final.  In the second period we will get you up to date on the latest NHL news from the past week including a surprising firing of a successful head coach. In the third period we read your e-mails. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Puck Podcast - May 31, 2022

June 01, 2022 11:54 - 2 hours - 118 MB

On this week’s show in the first period we check in on the past 6 days in the Stanley Cup Playoffs as the Conference Finals are set. In the second period we will preview the Eastern and Western Conference Finals as well as get you up to date on the latest NHL news from the past week. In the third period we read your e-mails. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Puck Podcast - May 25, 2022

May 26, 2022 11:54 - 2 hours - 150 MB

On this week’s show in the first period we check in on the past 8 days in the Stanley Cup Playoffs as the 2-time defending champs are already into the Conference Finals. In the second period we have an interview with Erik Erlendsson from LightningInsider.com to talk about Tampa Bay continuing it’s amazing post season run plus Doug and I discuss all the non-playoff NHL news from the past week. In the third period we read your e-mails. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Puck Podcast - May 17, 2022

May 18, 2022 12:16 - 2 hours - 161 MB

On this week’s show in the first period we check in on the past 7 days in the Stanley Cup Playoffs as an amazing first round came to an end. In the second period we preview the second round of the playoffs and give you the latest non playoff news including another high profile head coach getting fired. In the third period we read your e-mails. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Puck Podcast - May 9, 2022

May 10, 2022 12:20 - 2 hours - 152 MB

On this week’s show in the first period we check in on the first 7 days of the Stanley Cup Playoffs. In the second period we have a great interview with Matt Larkin Managing Editor & Senior Writer at Daily Faceoff to get his thoughts on the playoffs so far. We’ll also give you all the latest non playoff NHL news including a big time coach being fired. In the third period we read your e-mails. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Puck Podcast - May 1, 2022

May 02, 2022 11:45 - 2 hours - 158 MB

On this week’s show in the first period we check in on the past week for every team in the NHL as the regular season comes to a close. In the second period we’ll preview the upcoming Stanley Cup Playoffs and give our predictions. In the third period we read your e-mails. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Puck Podcast - April 26, 2022

April 27, 2022 11:27 - 2 hours - 145 MB

On this week’s show in the first period we check in on the past week for every team in the NHL. We’ll update the NHL playoff picture. We’ve got injury news on Alexander Ovechkin and Robin Lehner.  In the second period we have a great interview with longtime friend of the show Jeff Ponder from Let’s Go Blues Radio. In the third period we read your e-mails. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Puck Podcast - April 19, 2022

April 20, 2022 11:22 - 2 hours - 161 MB

On this week’s show in the first period we check in on the past week for every team in the NHL. We officially know who will be in the playoffs in the Eastern Conference. There are still some things to be decided out West.  We have two #1 goalies going down with concerning injuries and their status for the playoffs is unknown. Unfortunately the New York Islanders lost another legendary player. In the second periodChip Alexander of the Raleigh News and Observer to talk about the Carolina Hurri...

Puck Podcast - April 12, 2022

April 13, 2022 11:53 - 2 hours - 162 MB

On this week’s show in the first period we check in on the past week for every team on and off the ice in the NHL. We had more teams clinching playoff spot, milestones for Auston Matthews, Alexander Ovechkin and Sidney Crosby, a suspension for Evgeni Malkin and Doug Wilson stepping down as GM in San Jose.  In the second period we have a great interview with Erik Erlendsson of the LightningInsider.com to talk about the 2-time defending champs. In the third period we read your e-mails. See om...

Puck Podcast - April 5, 2022

April 06, 2022 11:34 - 2 hours - 153 MB

On this week’s show in the first period we check in on the past week for every team in the NHL. We’ll talk about the first team to officially clinch a playoff spot and a few more teams that have been eliminated. We had a pair of players hitting the 50 goal mark with one of them already on his way to 60. We had an NHL record come to an end and Sebastian Aho scored a goal for 2 different teams in 2 different cities almost at the same time. In the second period we have a great interview with Ha...

Puck Podcast - March 29, 2022

March 30, 2022 14:50 - 2 hours - 117 MB

On this week’s show in the first period we check in on the past week for every team in the NHL. We’ll talk about a thrilling week for the Wild, the Bruins continuing to roll, the Penguins scoring more goals in one game than some teams do in a week, two teams officially eliminated from the playoffs and news on the surprising passing of an NHL owner.  In the second period we have a great interview with Daniel Nugent-Bowman of The Athletic who covers the Oilers to get his thoughts on the team. ...

Puck Podcast - March 22, 2022

March 23, 2022 17:08 - 2 hours - 131 MB

On this week’s show in the first period we check in on the past week for every team in the NHL. Marc Andre Fleury, Claude Giroux, Mark Giordano and Hampus Lindholm have new homes. In the second period we have a great interview with Matt Larkin. Managing Editor & Senior Writer at “Daily Faceoff” to get his thoughts on the moves made leading up to the NHL trade deadline. In the third period we read your e-mails. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Puck Podcast - March 15, 2022

March 16, 2022 12:07 - 2 hours - 162 MB

On this week’s show in the first period we check in on the past week for every team in the NHL. We’ve got deals starting to happen with less than a week to go before the NHL trade deadline. The NHL’s leading goal scorer gets suspended and for the third week in a row we had a team retire a jersey number for the first time in franchise history. In the second period we have a great interview with Pat Malacaro from WGR Radio in Buffalo to talk about Jack Eichel’s return and the Sabres win in the...

Puck Podcast - March 8, 2022

March 09, 2022 12:13 - 2 hours - 148 MB

On this week's show in the first period we check in on the week that was for every team in the NHL on and off the ice. In the second period we have a great interview with TV analyst Jim Fox to talk about the surprising LA Kings. In the third period we read your e-mails.  See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.