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150 episodes - English - Latest episode: over 3 years ago - ★★★★ - 26 ratingsSenior Writer Ryan Dixon and NHL Editor Rory Boylen always give it 110%, but never rely on clichés when it comes to podcasting. Instead, they use a mix of facts, fun and a varied group of hockey voices to offer their takes on Canada’s most beloved game.
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Episodes
August 3: Skinner, Stone and Vancouver’s Unknown
August 03, 2018 22:00 - 8.5 MBSportsnet’s Luke Fox joins the podcast to co-host with Ryan Dixon and the pair discuss what Mark Stone’s new contract means for Ottawa (2:15), the trade that sent Jeff Skinner to Buffalo (7:30), what that deal might tell us about a potential Max Pacioretty transaction (9:25) and the financial future of Toronto’s William Nylander (13:00). […]
July 6: A Canadian Offseason Review
July 06, 2018 19:00 - 9.75 MBOn this episode, Ryan and Rory breakdown all the off-season hot stove action, starting with the Leafs’ huge signing of John Tavares (3:04). They also examine the move that sent Ryan O’Reilly to the Blues (14:38), the unrest in Montreal (17:58), Calgary’s addition of James Neal (23:16) and Vancouver’s commitment to bottom-six UFAs (25:24). Finally, […]
June 26: Recapping 2018 NHL Draft Action
June 26, 2018 19:00 - 8.8 MBOn this episode, Ryan and Rory are joined by Sportsnet contributor Eric Francis to break down the huge trade that saw Calgary ship out Dougie Hamilton and acquire Noah Hanifin and Elias Lindholm from Carolina (2:04). After the break, Sportsnet’s draft guru Sam Cosentino hops on the line to talk about a topsy-turvy first round, […]
June 18: Movement in Montreal
June 18, 2018 23:00 - 10.1 MBOn this episode, Ryan and Rory are joined by Sportsnet’s Eric Engels to break down the trade that brought Max Domi to the Montreal Canadiens in exchange for Alex Galchenyuk (1:35). Engels also provides an update on Max Pacioretty’s situation (10:05) and outlines a number of draft scenarios for Montreal (13:59). After the break, the […]
June 5: Capitals one win from first Stanley Cup
June 06, 2018 01:00 - 5.28 MBOn this episode, Ryan and Rory discuss a Stanley Cup Final the Washington Capitals now have a 3-1 stranglehold on. Why was Game 4 so chippy (1:52) and has the good fortune of the Vegas Golden Knights simply run out (4:14)? The boys also kick around their Conn Smythe picks (11:10) and offer their take […]
24 Together: The 1993 Montreal Canadiens
June 02, 2018 11:00 - 1 hour - 162 MBIn this special episode, Ryan transports listeners back 25 years to relive Montreal’s magical run to the Stanley Cup with a 13-year-old diehard Habs fan and the stars of his favourite team.
May 24: My Cup(s) runneth over
May 25, 2018 02:10 - 10.4 MBCups are everywhere, as Lord Stanley’s Cup and the Memorial Cup Competition get ready to kick things into high gear! SN’s Luke Fox joins Ryan and Rory in the booth to talk the accuracy of their preseason picks (1:14), and they discuss who’s cheering for the Capitals (2:44), how Gary Bettman’s favourite word is ‘parity’ […]
May 11: The Final Four is Set
May 11, 2018 23:35 - 13.6 MBIts a guest-heavy episode as both conference finals are previewed. First off, though, the boys discuss Torontos decision to make 31-year-old Kyle Dubas the teams new GM (2:50). As for the on-ice action, Ryan and Rory discuss the rise of the Jets (7:35) before Vegas insider Gary Lawless joins the show to discuss the world-beating […]
May 4: Second-Round Battles and GM Searches
May 04, 2018 17:35 - 8.22 MBOn this episode, Ryan and Rory go deep on a second-round series between the Jets and Preds thats now a best-of-three (3:25). They also discuss Washingtons inability to put the squeeze on Pittsburgh (9:25) and if Tampa Bay can turn its matchup versus Boston into a short series (14:05). After that, the boys check in […]
April 26: Leafs Lose And Looking Ahead
April 26, 2018 19:05 - 8.05 MBOn this episode, Ryan and Rory pick the bones of the Toronto Maple Leafs’ seven-game loss to the Boston Bruins (35 sec). After putting Round 1 to bed, the boys look ahead to Round 2 and discuss whether Boston will handle Tampa Bay (10:11) and if Washington can reverse the curse against Pittsburgh (15:51). In […]
April 10: Playoff Predictions
April 10, 2018 21:05 - 9.37 MBOn this episode, Ryan and Rory fill out their playoff brackets, starting with the Eastern Conference. Ryan likes the Leafs’ chances against Boston (12:12), while Rory has figured out which team will end the Penguins’ reign (15:40). In the second half, the boys pick apart an excruciatingly close Pacific Division (25:27) and go deep on […]
April 6: Sedins Dazzle on a Magic Night in Vancouver
April 06, 2018 18:50 - 9.15 MBOn this episode, Ryan and Rory are joined in studio by Sportsnet’s Luke Fox for the duration of the podcast. The boys heaped praise on the Sedins (3:04), looked back on the standout storylines of the 2017-18 season (12:10) and debated who might walk away with a Hart Trophy that’s still up for grabs heading […]
March 22nd: SN’s Mark Spector on the Jets, Flames and Oilers
March 22, 2018 20:17 - 6.85 MBOn this episode, Sportsnet’s Mark Spector joins the show to talk about the rise of the Winnipeg Jets (3:26), the spectacular fall of the Calgary Flames (8:47) and what positives the Edmonton Oilers can take from a lost season (15:27). Then, producer Sam McKee jumps on the mic (21:34) to tackle the question of whether […]
March 15: From Lottery Bound to Playoff Bound for the Devils
March 15, 2018 14:05 - 7.76 MBOn this episode, Rory makes his case for why Alex Ovechkin can break Wayne Gretzkys all-time goals record (3:05) and the boys question why the Leafs play Frederik Andersen so much (7:10). Then, Corey Masisak of The Athletic joins the show (17:15) to dissect the surprising New Jersey Devils.
Feb. 27: Trade Deadline Recap
February 27, 2018 16:00 - 10.2 MBRyan and Rory break down deadline day, identifying winners and losers from around the NHL (2:30). The boys also check in with each Canadian team and discuss whether Max Pacioretty (17:30) and Erik Karlsson (22:00) will eventually find new homes.
Feb 15: Kings Insider Josh Cooper on the Phaneuf trade
February 16, 2018 03:38 - 8.25 MBRyan and Rory discuss where the Senators are headed in the wake of the Dion Phaneuf trade (1:38), muse about whether or not GMs will refuse to shell out for rental players (7:05) and assess the job GM Jim Benning has done in Vancouver (14:15). Also, L.A. Kings Insider Josh Cooper joins the show to […]
Feb. 8: Wheeler and the Jets
February 09, 2018 05:30 - 8.28 MBRyan and Rory chat with Sportsnet’s Sean Reynolds (2:30) about Mark Scheifele’s return and what to do with Blake Wheeler, the NY Rangers’ (24:35) surprise admission, and if Travis Dermott’s (29:15) play has changed the Leafs plans on deadline day.
Feb. 1: Pens and Rangers heading in two separate directions.
February 01, 2018 23:51 - 8.59 MBOn this episode, Ryan and Rory talk about the rising Penguins (3:48) and which players the Rangers might jettison (11:21). They also deep dive on the Canadiens and Senators and decide which team should tear it down and which should hold strong (20:18).
Tape to Tape – Jan 24, 2018
January 24, 2018 22:01 - 9.32 MBRyan and Rory chat about the possibility of moving William Nylander to C (3:48) and trades that could help Toronto’s D (10:15). Then, Eric Francis joins the boys to discuss what’s clicked for the Flames (26:02) and his mid-season Hart winner (34:32).
Tape to Tape – Jan. 17, 2018
January 17, 2018 22:49 - 14.8 MBNick Alberga of Sirius XM Radio joins the boys to talk about what the U.S. (4:16) and Canadian (22:57) rosters would look like if NHLers were Olympics-bound. Then, Avs play-by-play man Marc Moser drops in (42:28) to discuss Colorado’s success.
Second Half Burning Questions
January 11, 2018 21:53 - 8.85 MBOn this episode, Producer Sam puts a bunch of second-half burning questions to Ryan and Rory: Where will Mike Hoffman and Max Pacioretty go? Which of the Hawks or Pens will miss the playoffs? And how many players will hit the 100-point barrier?
World Junior look ahead ft. Gare Joyce
December 21, 2017 12:00 - 11.6 MBSportsnet’s Gare Joyce joins the show on the eve of the world juniors to give his thoughts on who might win the tournament and which prospects will shine. Ryan and Rory also check in with each Canadian club as they head into the holiday break.
High-flying Islanders ft. Arthur Staple
December 15, 2017 10:00 - 12.5 MBArthur Staple of Newsday speaks to Ryan and Rory about the offensively potent New York Islanders and the future of John Tavares. Then, Vegas director of hockey operations Misha Donskov joins the show to talk about the success of the Golden Knights.
World Juniors around the corner ft. Sam Cosentino
December 07, 2017 00:00 - 8.97 MBRyan and Rory are joined by Sportsnets Sam Cosentino to examine Canadas World Junior Championship selection camp roster and check in with Sams 2018 draft rankings. The boys also give their up-to-the-minute thoughts on all seven Canadian clubs.
Canada’s Best team ft. Sean Reynolds
November 29, 2017 20:51 - 10.4 MBOn this episode, Ryan and Rory examine a handful of players who could return to action or pick up their play and have a huge impact in the second quarter of the season. Also, Sportsnet’s Sean Reynolds joins the boys to talk about the surging Jets.
Habs struggles continue ft. Eric Engels
November 24, 2017 02:30 - 10 MBOn this episode, Ryan and Rory are joined by Sportsnets Eric Engels to discuss the wilting Canadiens and what changes might be in store for the Habs. The boys also dissect the playoff picture and make fake trades for Ottawa, Toronto and Montreal.
Canucks hot start ft Iain MacIntyre
November 09, 2017 04:30 - 10.2 MBOn this episode, Ryan and Rory welcome Sportsnet’s Iain MacIntyre to discuss a hot start for the Vancouver Canucks. The boys also weigh in on the Matt Duchene deal and offer up some fake trades of their own for Canada’s Western Conference clubs.
Breaking down the Bolts FT Erik Erlendsson
November 01, 2017 20:21 - 9.74 MBIn this episode, Ryan and Rory explain how the disappointing play of a couple individuals have impacted the Leafs, Flames and Canadiens. Also, Erik Erlendsson of LightningInsider.com joins the boys to explain Tampa’s soaring start.
Habs and Sens check in ft Andrew Berkshire
October 25, 2017 20:31 - 10.8 MBOn this episode, analytic-minded Andrew Berkshire joins Rory and Ryan to examine Alex Galchenyuks relationship with the Habs and Ottawas often-confounding results. The boys also weigh in on Vegass hot start and the re-invention of Steven Stamkos.
Oilers Panic button ft Mark Spector
October 19, 2017 20:15 - 8.65 MBOn this episode, Sportsnet columnist Mark Spector joins Ryan and Rory to examine the Oilers awful start and figure out if the team is actually in trouble. The boys also play a game of buy or sell that involves the Leafs, Devils and Red Wings.
October 11th: First week impressions
October 11, 2017 20:22 - 9.87 MBOn this episode, Ryan and Rory identify which early-season trends they think will hold and which are bound to change. Are the Leafs a contender? Is Montreal truly awful? Will the Jets ever get a goalie? The boys also weigh in on Ovie and Vegas.
NHL Predictions
September 28, 2017 17:53 - 7.06 MBWe’re counting down the days to the 2017-18 NHL season, so on this week’s show, Ryan and Rory take a stab at a few bold predictions. How many of them will come true this season?
Atlantic Division Preview ft. Luke Fox and Eric Engels
September 21, 2017 22:30 - 14 MBOn this episode, the boys wrap their division previews with a look at the Atlantic. Sportsnet’s Luke Fox drops by to talk Leafs and Sens, then Sportsnet’s Eric Engels jumps on the line to translate an interesting off-season for the Canadiens.
Metro Division Preview ft Isabelle Khurshudyan
September 13, 2017 22:14 - 13 MBOn this episode, Ryan and Rory look back at the NHL rookie tournaments, focusing on one player from each Canadian club. Also, Isabelle Khurshudyan of the Washington Post joins the boys to help preview the Metropolitan Division.
Central Division Preview ft. Sean Reynolds
September 08, 2017 15:30 - 11 MBOn this episode, Ryan and Rory preview the Central Division, also known as the NHL’s “Group of Death.” Sportsnet’s Sean Reynolds gives his in-depth take on the Winnipeg Jets and the boys agonize over which Central teams will make the playoffs.
Pacific Division Preview ft. Mark Spector
August 30, 2017 18:19 - 11.9 MBRyan and Rory are back with a pacific divison preview featuring Sportsnet’s senior hockey columnist Mark Spector.
Mid-Summer Edition ft. Steve Carp
July 27, 2017 01:30 - 8.68 MBWith Rory on vacation, Sportsnet’s Luke Fox joins Ryan to chat about the sorry Habs defence, leftovers in the UFA pile and Canada’s no-NHLer Olympic squad. The boys also bring in Steve Carp of the Las Vegas Review-Journal to talk Golden Knights.
NHL Free Agency Review
July 06, 2017 01:54 - 11.1 MBRyan and Rory break down all the moves in NHL free agency.
NHL Draft Review ft. Sam Cosentino
June 24, 2017 18:30 - 9.2 MBThis week, Ryan and Rory dig into the NHL Draft with Sportsnet’s prospect guru Sam Cosentino. How did the Canadian teams do and which club should leave Chicago the happiest? Also, the boys dissect the first big trades of the summer.
The Tape-2-Tape Golden Knights
June 20, 2017 02:00 - 12 MBVegas, baby! On this episode, Rory and Ryan draft their version of the Vegas Golden Knights, going team by team to make their selections. Some players have long futures ahead of them in the desert, while many others will simply be passing through.
Stanley Cup Final Wrap and Expansion Draft Talk ft. Luke Fox
June 14, 2017 18:30 - 9.2 MBThis week on Tape II Tape, the boys are joined by Sportsnet’s Luke Fox to put a bow on the Cup final and look at the expansion draft through the lens of the Canadian clubs. Will Ottawa lose Marc Methot? And which young Leafs forward will Vegas snag?
Stanley Cup Final Update
June 06, 2017 22:30 - 8.51 MBWith the Stanley Cup Final tied 2-2, Ryan and Rory dissect what’s been going right and wrong for both the Penguins and Predators. Rory also shares his sharp take on whether it’s cool for two players to share post-season MVP honours.
Stanley Cup Final Preview ft. Justin Bradford
May 26, 2017 15:30 - 10.8 MBAnd then there were two! Ryan and Rory preview the Stanley Cup Final between the Penguins and Predators and they are joined by Justin Bradford, author of The Making of Smashville, to talk specifically about what makes Nashville such a great market.
Memorial Cup Preview ft. Sam Cosentino
May 18, 2017 21:00 - 8.05 MBRyan and Rory are joined by Sam Cosentino to preview the 99th Memorial Cup from Windsor, Ontario and the guys discuss the latest from the Stanley Cup Playoffs: which goalie should the Penguins turn to in Game 4? Is the 1-3-1 boring hockey? And more!
NHL Playoffs Round 3 Preview
May 11, 2017 20:21 - 8.57 MBAnd then there were four! On this weeks show, Ryan and Rory break down both the Eastern and Western Conference Finals. Do the Ottawa Senators have a real shot against the Pittsburgh Penguins? How do the Anaheim Ducks and Nashville Predators match up?
2nd Round Preview
April 25, 2017 20:00 - 10 MBRyan and Rory recap the Round 1 madness, including Nashville’s shocking sweep of Chicago and the Leafs’ strong showing versus the Caps. The guys preview the second-round matchups predicting who will advance to the final four and who to watch out for.
Stanley Cup Playoffs Preview
April 10, 2017 23:30 - 9.32 MBRyan and Rory re-visit some of their pre-season predictions and then do a series-by-series breakdown of the first round of the Stanley Cup Playoffs, and pick their finalists and champion.
April 6th ft. Adam Vingan
April 07, 2017 00:05 - 11.7 MBRyan and Rory chat with Nashville Predators beat writer Adam Vingan to discuss the Preds playoff history, P.K. Subban, and Jusse Saros over Pekka Rinne? They also talk Marchand suspension, the NHL not going to the Olympics, the death of the LA Kings.
March 23rd – Canadian Teams Playoff Bound
March 24, 2017 00:00 - 9.89 MBRyan and Rory take a look around the NHL at the Canadian teams, who have turned it around in just one year. Producer Sam also joins the guys to ask them some burning questions, from “Are the Kings done” to “Should the Wings tear it all down” and more!
March 17th ft. Ken Warren
March 17, 2017 21:00 - 10.8 MBRyan & Rory discuss the Leafs resilience, Bruins’ & Isles’ goaltending, and dream of an all-Alberta playoff series. Ken Warren (Ottawa Citizen) joins the show to talk about the surprising Sens, Karlsson’s evolution, and the influence of Coach Boucher.