That's Hockey Talk
147 episodes - English - Latest episode: 11 months ago - ★★★★★ - 466 ratingsThat's Hockey Talk airs LIVE every Wednesday night at 8pm on YouTube.com/ThatsHockeyTalk. Nick Maraldo (@nickmaraldo) & Gumpy (@Bubbagumpino) from the Pat McAfee Show (@PatMcAfeeShow) are joined by Stanley Cup champion Mike Rupp as they talk about ALL the aciton ON & OFF the ice for the NHL season. Former players, legends, analysts, insiders, & many more drop by for interviews & hilarious conversations as the boys go over the best goals, biggest hits, sickest plays, fights, & their best bets every episode... & That's Hockey Talk!
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S2. Ep 24 - Stanley Cup Final Preview
September 19, 2020 07:00 - 27 minutes - 25.1 MBLet's go... The time is here... After one of the craziest and most insane seasons in the history of hockey it's time for Lord Stanley to find a new home. The boys run through what this Dallas Stars vs Tampa Bay Lightning series will look like plus give their picks on the final. Who's taking home the Conn Smythe? No one is certain but there are some great odds on Fan Duel. Also a look at the Eric Staal trade to Buffalo.
S2 Ep. 23 - The Conference Finals & VGK Goalie Drama
September 12, 2020 07:00 - 14 minutes - 13.1 MBRumors are swirling of an extension for Robin Lehner in Vegas. What does that mean for MAF? Can either goalie hold up against Dallas? Are the New York Islanders done or can they climb out of the gutter back into this series? Is Tampa Bay a team of destiny? We answer all these questions plus an update on Goldberg from the Mighty Ducks movies.
S2 Ep. 22 - 2nd Round Talk
August 27, 2020 23:07 - 32 minutes - 29.6 MBWas MAF done wrong by VGK coach Peter DeBoer? Kapanen traded back to Pittsburgh, was it too much? Is Barry Trotz worth his weight in gold? We answer all these questions plus a look at all 4 series and all 8 teams battling it out for the Covid Cup.
S2 Ep. 21 - Early 1st Round
August 14, 2020 21:31 - 41 minutes - 38.2 MBTaking a look at the first few games from every series of the 1st round of the Stanley Cup Playoffs. Reactions to the officiating in the Carolina - Boston series as well as the coaching and goaltending in the Columbus - Tampa Bay rematch from last year. AQ and Gump have a their sleeper team out west. Plus a quick look at some big decisions this offseason for Pittsburgh and Nashville.
S2 Ep. 20 - Hat Trick City
August 04, 2020 19:34 - 26 minutes - 24 MBOH CANADA… Gumpy joins us from the great white north to chat about the qualifying and round robin games so far. From the broadcast, to all the action on the ice, to the random hat trick hat tossers we dive into it all. A ton of surprises from the first few games to go over.
S2 Ep 19 - Let's Play Bubble Hockey
July 30, 2020 07:00 - 19 minutes - 17.8 MBA few exhibition games under the belt and it feels good to be alive again. Reactions to the first few games and the broadcasts from Toronto and Edmonton as we get ready for the qualifying round to start on August 1st. Plus a brief discussion on the Arizona Coyotes and their GM situation.
S2 Ep. 18 - 1 Week Away
July 24, 2020 19:37 - 49 minutes - 45 MBTons of info coming at you in this one. The leagues 32nd franchise in Seattle officially have a name, uniforms, and an arena… RELEASE THE KRAKEN. All of the leagues players will report to their respective hubs Edmonton in the west and Toronto in the east and we break down what the players can expect when they arrive. Get your bets in at FanDuel as we preview the odds and give our picks for each series in the best of 5 qualifying round.
S2 Ep. 17 - A New CBA with 2 Weeks to Play
July 15, 2020 20:12 - 27 minutes - 25.1 MBNo media leaks, no angry comments, no foul play, no bad blood... The NHL and NHLPA got it done and the league is coming back starting July 28th after agreeing to brand new CBA. AQ and Nick go over the NHL's timeline and schedule of games for the season re-start. A few intriguing changes in the new CBA are discussed and a real hot button issue starts a fiery debate to close the show.
S2 Ep. 16 - Draft, CBA, and RTP
July 01, 2020 19:25 - 24 minutes - 22.3 MBDid Detroit get screwed with the NHL Draft lottery? Yes, but no... Well maybe. AQ and Nick maybe partly to blame. Tons of info has come out about the the two hub cities and the potential to return to play. The NHL and NHLPA are getting ready to vote on a CBA extension and if it happens will have some real momentum moving forward. The guys break down what it all could mean for the league and it's players.
S2 Ep. 15 - The NHL Is Coming Back ft Pat McAfee
May 27, 2020 17:40 - 38 minutes - 35.7 MBPat McAfee joins the show and we discuss the 24 team playoff tournament and all of the logistics to get the guys back on the ice. @NHLRumorsDaily calls in to give us an update on the NHL and NHLPA negotiations and hub cities conversation.
S2 Ep. 14 - NHL and NHLPA Plans/Timeline to Return
May 07, 2020 07:00 - 22 minutes - 20.3 MBThe NHL and NHLPA have set forth a potential timeline to return to games and finish the season. @NHLRumorsDaily joins the show to share the NHL's current timeline in getting back on the ice to finish the regular season. How will that come into play with the draft scheduled to happen in June? Listen in to find out.
S2 Ep. 13 - NHL Back this Summer? Interview with Hockey Historian Mike Commito
March 20, 2020 07:00 - 35 minutes - 48.1 MBNo hockey but still talking... A few NHL players and the board of Governors have developed a potential plan and timeline for if and when the league could possibly resume. We take a look at the plan and how it could potentially work. LA Kings writer and Sudbury Wolves team historian Mike Commito joins us to discuss some hockey history, working with the LA Kings, and his start in the business. Follow Mike on twitter @MikeCommito
S2 Ep. 12 - 3X Stanley Cup Champ Aaron Ward
March 13, 2020 05:00 - 39 minutes - 54.7 MBThere's no Hockey but we're still talking. Pat McAfee and Gump join the discussion as we talk to 3X Stanley Cup champ Aaron Ward who now works hand in hand with the NHL in developing the player and puck tracking system. Aaron shares stories from his time with the Red Wings and their legendary line up, adjusting to a new market in Carolina, the lockout, NHL fights, and celebrating with the Cup. Follow Aaron Ward on twitter at @NHL_AaronWard. Watch the show on YouTube at YouTube.com/ThePatMc...
S2 Ep. 11 - Offsides? New Pucks? MVP?
March 05, 2020 08:00 - 31 minutes - 42.6 MBA lot of questions around the league and we have the answers. The NHL has developed a new puck filled with equipment for player and data tracking that it will implement starting in the playoffs. Is this a good idea or a disaster waiting to happen? The GMs have met and agreed to amend the offside replay review, but did they do enough? And who is the NHL MVP with less than a quarter of the season left the race may not be as tight as it seems. Follow along on Twitter @ThatsHockeyTalk and chec...
S2 Ep. 10 - Trade Deadline Aftermath with @NHLRumorsDaily
February 26, 2020 08:00 - 45 minutes - 62.1 MBDavid Ayres took the hockey world by storm as a 42 year old zamboni driver suiting up in net for the Carolina Hurricanes and the guys react to him holding down the fort against the Leafs. With a flurry of trades @NHLrumorsDaily (NRD) joins the show again to help recap who is going where and what to make of deadline day.
S2 Ep. 9 - Trade Deadline preview with @NHLRumorsDaily
February 20, 2020 08:00 - 30 minutes - 42 MBRumor guru @NHLRumorsDaily joins the show and the guys recap some of the deals that have gone down so far and look ahead at what to expect before the trade deadline on Monday 2/24. If you have a question on who's going where? There's an answer for you in this show. This episode is sponsored by SheathUnderwear.com promo code: Hockey saves 20% off on your first order.
S2 Ep. 8 - Stu Bickel
February 13, 2020 07:00 - 27 minutes - 38.2 MBAn in depth conversation with former NHL D man and tough guy Stu Bickel. If you've ever wondered what it's like to fight through the ranks from juniors all the way to the show this is the episode for you. From his toughest scraps, playing for John Tortorella, to his transition to coaching Stu lays it all out. You can follow Stu on twitter at @StuBickel. This episode is sponsored by SheathUnderwear.com promo code: Hockey saves 20% off on your first order.
S2 Ep. 7 - Fancy Stats with Jesse Marshall of the Athletic
February 06, 2020 08:00 - 49 minutes - 67.4 MBJesse Marshall (Twitter: @jmarshfof) from the Athletic joins the show for a crash course in analytics and "fancy stats" in today's game. Jesse breaks it all down in a digestible fashion to help understand what the hell all these stats mean. Plus the boys discuss Ovechkin's record breaking goal pace in his quest to 700 and eventually catching Gretzky. The Columbus Blue Jackets are turning heads thanks to their new man in between the pipes meanwhile Toronto has found themselves in bit of troub...
S2 Ep. 6 - Mike Johnson from NHL Network ft Pat McAfee
January 30, 2020 06:00 - 39 minutes - 54 MBA quick recap of the All Star weekend in St. Louis and some good (and bad) news about the Mighty Ducks coming back into our lives with Disney+. Former NHLer and current NHL Network and TSN analyst Mike Johnson joins the show to chat about his career, the trade deadline, the playoff push, and shares some classic stories. You can find Mike on twitter @Mike_p_Johnson
S2 Ep. 5 - Pucks and Ponies with the Great Eddie Olczyk
January 28, 2020 11:00 - 37 minutes - 51.9 MBThe boys interview the NHL's lead color commentator and one of the best broadcasters and in all of sports Mr. Eddie Olczyk. Edzo is a former 1st round pick of the Chicago Blackhawks, who scored in his very 1st NHL game, then went on to play 16 seasons in the NHL, a US olympian, former head coach, a member of the US Hockey Hall of fame and a member of the 1994 Stanley Cup winning New York Rangers. Edzo recently released a very personal and detailed book “Eddie Olczyk: Beating the Odds in Ho...
S2 Ep. 4 - Packed House in studio with Pat McAfee, CFO Phil, and Gumpy
January 22, 2020 21:08 - 40 minutes - 55.9 MBPat McAfee, CFO Phil Mains, and Gump join AQ & Nick to chat about Ovi's incredible goal scoring run, Justin Williams return the Hurricanes, Penguins fans giving Matt Murray the "Bronx cheer," and the Chicago Blackhawks fighting at practice plus the return of Coach Q with Florida.
S2 Ep. 3 - Mike Eruzione & the Miracle on Ice
January 21, 2020 11:00 - 22 minutes - 30.7 MBOn the forty year anniversary of the historic "Miracle on Ice" the captain of the 1980 U.S Men’s Olympic Hockey Team, Mike Eruzione joins the show to chat about winning the gold, Coach Herb Brooks, the movie "Miracle", NHL players in the Olympics, and his life after hockey. Check out Mike's new book "The Making of a Miracle" in stores now.
S2 Ep. 2 - YOU'RE FIRED ft. @NHLRumorsDaily
January 15, 2020 21:09 - 31 minutes - 43.7 MBA pair of surprise firings for Gerard Gallant in Vegas and GM Ray Shero in New Jersey have @NHLRumorsDaily calling in to help us sort through the front office drama plus some rumored names on the trade block. Nick and AQ dive in on Crosby returning the Pens, Brad Marchand's whiff, Filip Forsberg's beautiful Michigan/Lacrosse goal, and the Kassian/Tkachuk hits and asswhooping.
S2 Ep. 1 - We're Back
January 08, 2020 20:07 - 35 minutes - 49.2 MBWe're back! A new season and even though we're mid way through we look back on some of the top story lines from the first half of the season and what went right and what went very wrong for some teams. Justin Williams is back in Carolina and we talk about what that means and his impact. What's going on in Nashville... Plus some hockey betting talk and Nick and AQ give their 5 most under appreciated players from the last decade.
Ep. 22 - Free Agent Frenzy Recap
July 03, 2019 07:00 - 26 minutes - 36.3 MBFind out everything that went down with the NHL Free Agency period. Our Canadian brother Gump joins the show and we discuss the major moves and money being thrown around by the NHL GMs. Tune in to find out who got paid and who got played.
Ep. 21 - Trades, Free Agents, and Draft Talk with @NHLRumorsDaily
June 19, 2019 09:00 - 39 minutes - 53.8 MBWith the NHL Draft approaching this weekend the offseason is in full swing and already off to a hot a start. We welcome @NHLRumorsDaily to the show to talk trade and free agency rumors and reports. Multiple trades have already gone down this week and the guys analyze what's gone down and what could be coming. Check out his work at https://nhlrumorsdaily.com/.
Ep. 20 - Play Gloria!
June 14, 2019 10:00 - 31 minutes - 43 MBThe St. Louis Blues are your 2019 Stanley Cup Champions after a harrowing 7 game series. This episode takes a look back at how the Blues went from worst to first, their run through the playoffs, and some eye opening numbers. The guys talk their highlights and favorite moments of the 2019 season and take a quick look ahead at the offseason.
Ep. 19 - Eric Tangradi & Stanley Cup Finals
June 05, 2019 14:59 - 55 minutes - 76.9 MB10 year pro Eric Tangradi joins the show to talk about his journey as a 10 year professional hockey player in the NHL and AHL. He shares some insight from his time in Pittsburgh, what the locker room was like with Sidney Crosby, going against Steve Downie in juniors, his battle with concussion symptoms, his growth as a player and person, and his what's next in his career. The guys also recap game 4 from the Stanley Cup Finals and dig into how the Bruins will move forward without Zdeno Chara.
Ep. 18 - One More Chance ft. Pat McAfee
May 30, 2019 23:10 - 25 minutes - 35.2 MB2 Games down in the Stanley Cup Final and the series is even at 1 game a piece. The Blues managed to escape Boston with a game 2 OT win after Carl Gunnarson calls his shot. The boys talk about St. Louis problem with penalties and Boston's depth players putting any doubt to rest. Pat McAfee stops in and gives his take on the finals so far and his fondness for going "top ched."
Ep. 17 - Stanley Cup Finals
May 23, 2019 13:29 - 16 minutes - 23.2 MBThe Blues took care of a short handed San Jose club to advance to the Stanley Cup Finals in a rematch of the 1970's against the Boston Bruins. Gorms takes some unnecessary shots at Bobby Orr's famous flying goal and the boys preview and offer up their predictions for the finales. A Happy Birthday to AQ Shipley and a few touching notes from him with a personal story in relation to the way St. Louis and Blues have rallied around "Gloria."
Ep. 16 - Tuukka Rask Dropped Acid
May 15, 2019 16:17 - 18 minutes - 25.2 MBTuukka put on a performance for the ages to give the Bruins a 3-0 series lead and the guys discuss how he turned from pariah to hero. Looking out west who's inconsistency will cost them the series and what will it take for either the Sharks or Blues to take control. Also, a little debate on what the NHL can do to improve video review and still be efficient.
Ep. 15 - Poop Sandwich
May 13, 2019 15:43 - 15 minutes - 21.6 MBJustin Williams isn't happy with his or his teams effort being down 2-0 in the series to Boston and called game 2 a "Poop sandwich." Who does Carolina start in net in game 3? The guys offer up their advice to coach Rod. Some sloppy play from the Blues has the Sharks up 1-0, they've bounced back and dominated on the road all playoffs can they keep it going in the Shark Tank?
Ep. 14 - Ben Bishop Didn't Deserve That
May 08, 2019 16:17 - 16 minutes - 23 MBA heroic effort from Ben Bishop fell just short in a game 7 defeat to the St. Louis Blues and the boys tell who they think is going to be make their picks for the San Jose/Colorado game 7 series clincher tonight. A few thoughts on the McAvoy suspension and the current rules regarding hits to the head as well as a look ahead to the ECF with Boston and the Jerks in Carolina.
Ep 13. - Don Cherry... Still A Thing
May 06, 2019 15:49 - 20 minutes - 27.5 MBThe Hurricanes sweep has caused Don Cherry to lose his mind and there is all kinds of petty in Carolina. All eyes were on Dallas and St. Louis yesterday and it was more than just the hockey that had everyone glued to their TV. The Sharks are circling and the Blue Jackets are trying to hold the line before a potential retreat in each of their respective series plus the guys dig into the Ken Holland hiring in Edmonton and the situation in Detroit.
Ep. 12 - Flops and Suckers
May 01, 2019 14:46 - 22 minutes - 31.1 MBCan the Islanders find some offense and turn this series around tonight? Can Boston find some production from their big time players? Can Brad Marchand help himself at all after a cheap shot to Scott Harrington? All these questions are discussed on today's episode as well as a roast of Stars D man Lindell after his flop fest. AQ shares a story from the gridiron where he let a pest sucker him in and the boys debate if tonight is do or die for the Islanders.
Ep. 11 - Second Round Series
April 29, 2019 15:30 - 22 minutes - 30.7 MBAll tied up across the board in the second round except for the Carolina Hurricanes surprisingly up 2 games to none on the road. How does playing in Brooklyn change things for the Islanders compared to Nassau? Can the Blues keep their road win streak alive? Can San Jose overcome and get out of their own heads? The guys discuss the finalists for the Hart/MVP trophy and how the big time players have shown up for Colorado and Columbus.
Ep. 10 - No Lead is Safe w/Pat McAfee
April 24, 2019 15:01 - 25 minutes - 34.7 MBThe San Jose Sharks and Las Vegas Golden Knights put on one of the most incredible, remarkable, and memorable game 7 performances in NHL history last night and the guys dissect how everything came into place. Pat McAfee joins the show to discuss his LOCK of the Golden Knights and the voodoo style curse magic he possesses. Looking ahead to another game 7 tonight as well as sizing up some future playoff series.
Ep. 9 - Shorthanded Upset
April 22, 2019 15:23 - 21 minutes - 29 MBDouble OT wasn't enough to finish off the Sharks and now Vegas must face their first game 7 in team history. Will they be up to the task? Toronto is still reeling from the 'Drake Curse' and head back to Beantown for a series finale. The guys also try to figure out if Carolina and Nashville have enough in the tank to stretch their series to 7. What bandwagon are the boys jumping on now?
Ep. 8 - Brooms & Handshakes
April 17, 2019 15:43 - 30 minutes - 41.4 MBThings went south quickly for Tampa and Pittsburgh as the boys breakdown the shocking sweeps. After a disturbing start lady luck has kissed the Vegas Golden Knights and Mark Stone has them rolling. Thoughts on the Ryan Reaves/Evander Kane feud as well as the Ovechkin knockout. Analysis on the remaining playoff series and some vindication for Gorman with his Toronto pick.
Ep. 7 - A Masterful Weekend
April 15, 2019 15:56 - 26 minutes - 36.8 MBAfter a historical season Tampa Bay is on the ropes and time is running out. The boys breakdown what's happened to make Pittsburgh look so pedestrian. Nothing lifts the spirits like a quick trip to Vegas and putting the theory of defense wins championships to the test in the Nashville-Dallas series. They recap all of the action over the weekend and look ahead to the 4 series playing their game 3's tonight.
Ep. 6 - Stanley Cup Playoff Preview - Part 2 w/Pat McAfee
April 11, 2019 19:29 - 35 minutes - 49.3 MBSpecial guest Pat McAfee joins the show and chimes in on his "lock" plus a wild night to kick things off across the league. The boys break down a HUGE come from behind upset victory by Columbus, a road win for the Dallas Stars, and a sloppy uninspired Penguins team drops game 1 in a rowdy Nassau Coliseum on Long Island. Looking ahead to tonights games, the guys breakdown the remaining series and give their takes.
Ep. 5 - Stanley Cup Playoff Preview - Part 1
April 10, 2019 16:09 - 30 minutes - 42.1 MBThe Stanley Cup Playoffs kick off tonight! The guys breakdown all of the series dropping the puck tonight. They also go on record with their picks for winners of every series as well as their cup winners. The PMI Playoff Bracket challenge is live where you can enter your picks and compete against Nick, Gorms, & AQ check out @ThatsHockeyTalk on twitter for the link. The winner will have get their pick of multiple free items from Store.PatMcAfeeShow.Com. Part 2 will release tomorrow with react...
Ep. 4 - 2 Games Left
April 04, 2019 16:32 - 30 minutes - 41.7 MBWith 2 games left in the season Nick, Gorms, and AQ Shipley break down the playoff race. The East has been Tampa’s playground but they have some questions to answer in the post season. A couple big names are returning from injuries and their potential impacts are discussed. What lies ahead for a few non playoff teams and the guys break down some interesting comments coming out of Edmonton.
Ep. 3 - The Playoffs Are Coming
March 28, 2019 22:59 - 35 minutes - 49.2 MBNick, Gorms, and AQ look forward to the playoffs and some potential matchups. Who’s getting in and who’s left at home with a shot at the #1 overall pick. Is the current playoff format the right way to get the best matchups and make sure the best teams get a shot at the cup? A lot of Norris Trophy debate and some heated comments from Drew Doughty plus the guys have a potential solution to help shine some light on the league’s best defensemen.
Ep. 2 - Eye of the Storm: Lightning and Hurricanes
March 21, 2019 15:20 - 33 minutes - 45.7 MBNick, Gorms, and AQ Shipley recap one of the best games of the season with the President's Trophy winning Tampa Bay Lightning going into the Verizon Center taking on the defending Stanley Cup Champion Washington Capitals in a potential playoff preview. They breakdown who the real 2nd best team in the league is and attempt to get to the bottom of the Penguins recent late game collapses. There are some mixed opinions on the Carolina Hurricanes Storm Surge celebrations but the guys agree the Ca...
Ep. 1 - That's Hockey Talk
March 14, 2019 23:29 - 25 minutes - 34.5 MBPresented by The Pat McAfee Show 2.0, in the first installment of "That's Hockey Talk," Nick Maraldo and Gorms dive into some of the hot button issues that are making waves around the NHL right now as we get closer and closer to the playoffs, talk about who they like right now, some of their most hated players in the NHL, and more as they cover everything you might've missed this week in hockey. Along the way, Arizona Cardinals center AQ Shipley will join the guys to give his thoughts on all...
That's Hockey Talk Trailer
March 14, 2019 17:34 - 1 minute - 2.3 MBNick Maraldo, Gorms, and AQ Shipley of the Arizona Cardinals give you all the hockey talk you can handle in this new podcast presented by Pat McAfee Inc.