War Room: The Hockey Podcast
134 episodes - English - Latest episode: 3 months ago - ★★★★★ - 7 ratingsThe hockey podcast that covers the uncovered. A step away from the norm and a look at the world of hockey as a whole.
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EP 72: Let's Talk Hockey
January 20, 2021 18:57 - 54 minutes - 74.4 MBThis week we discuss the excitement around the start of the new NHL season and prepare for a 56 game sprint into May and June for the 2021 NHL playoffs. And it will be a sprint folks. War Room: The Hockey Podcast - Facebook @warroomthehockeypodcast - Instagram Apple Podcasts Spotify Subscribe, rate and review to help us continue to climb and grow!
EP 71: WJC Review and Preview of upcoming NHL season
January 12, 2021 06:23 - 1 hour - 85.8 MBThis week we review the WJC. USA - Gold; Canada - Silver; Finland - Bronze. And we preview the upcoming NHL season which still has many unanswered questions as well as two outdoor games at Lake Tahoe. War Room: The Hockey Podcast - Facebook @warroomthehockeypodcast - Instagram Subscribe, rate, review! Apple Podcasts and Spotify!
EP 70 WJC is Underway
December 30, 2020 20:58 - 51 minutes - 70.9 MBThe World Junior Championship is underway. But first we discuss all the headlines surrounding the January 13th start date for the 2020-2021 NHL season. And then we venture into the WJC. Was Kirby Dach being allowed to play for Canada a mistake for the Chicago Blackhawks? Any surprises? @warroomthehockeypodcast - Instagram War Room: The Hockey Podcast - Facebook Subscribe Rate and Review! Apple Podcasts and Spotify!
EP 69: So Many Unanswered Questions
December 18, 2020 17:25 - 55 minutes - 76.2 MBThis week we preview the World Junior tournament that gets under way in a little over a week. We also discuss the implications of a January start date and shortened season for the NHL as the projected January 13 start date inches closer with so many things unconfirmed. War Room: The Hockey Podcast - Facebook @warroomthehockeypodcast - Instagram Rate and review on Apple Podcasts and Spotify! Hit the subscribe button and enjoy!
EP 68: Context Corrections
December 07, 2020 07:55 - 32 minutes - 44.4 MBThis week we have a brief discussion via zoom to clear some things up on where we stand surrounding Mitchell Miller and diversity in hockey. It was good to be back in front of the microphone and bring some more content to our listeners. Please enjoy! War Room: The Hockey Podcast - Facebook @warroomthehockeypodcast - Instagram Evan Rauer - Facebook @evanrauer - Instagram Please rate and review on Apple podcasts and Spotify! The rating and the review is what helps us continue to grow and...
EP: 67 Back in the Saddle
November 04, 2020 17:26 - 1 hour - 147 MBWe are back! Some major technical issues put a major delay on our production process, but we sat back and took in all the action through the Stanley cup final and the offseason, thus far, and now we bring you the review process of this strange 2020 offseason. War Room: The Hockey Podcast - Facebook @warroomthehockeypodcast - Instagram www.warroomhockey.com Rate and review! The more ratings and reviews we get will help us grow. It isn't about the subscription numbers, but it is about the r...
EP 66: Round 2 Review
September 06, 2020 19:43 - 58 minutes - 79.9 MBThis week we talked about two episodes dropping. Due to malfunction and equipment failure, only one could be produced. Apologies to all. And thank you for your support and patience! This week we close out round 2 of the 2020 Stanley cup playoffs. The conference finals matchups are set! War Room: The Hockey Podcast - Facebook @warroomthehockeypodcast - Instagram www.warroomhockey.com Apple podcasts and Spotify; Hit the subscribe button! Rate! Review! Share!
EP 65: Stanley Cup playoffs Round 1 Review
August 23, 2020 16:47 - 1 hour - 83.2 MBThis week we cover goaltending, Columbus Blue Jackets, New York Islanders, Calgary Flames, Sergei Bobrovsky, Colorado Avalanche, and all of the rest of Round 1 of the Stanley Cup playoffs as we prepare for round 2 to begin. War Room: The Hockey Podcast - Facebook @warroomthehockeypodcast - Instagram www.warroomhockey.com Apple Podcasts Spotify Hit the subscribe Button! Rate, review, share, engage and enjoy!
EP 64: More Hockey Talk
August 12, 2020 17:00 - 38 minutes - 53 MBThis week we discuss the Play In series to this current point as we transition into the official first round of the playoffs. War Room: The Hockey Podcast - Facebook @warroomthehockeypodcast - Instagram www.warroomhockey.com Apple Podcasts and Spotify; Hit that subscribe button Rate and review, 5 stars if you can! Share with everyone you know and continue to help us grow. We greatly appreciate it!
EP 63: Brandon Pougnet; Developmental Hockey Preparation
August 10, 2020 16:53 - 46 minutes - 63.5 MBThis week we welcome back Brandon Pougnet to the show. He sits down with us via Zoom to discuss the upcoming season and how players are preparing given the current global situation. Great conversation this week. First of 2 episodes to drop this week. So make sure you settle in! War Room: The Hockey Podcast - Facebook @warroomthehockeypodcast - Instagram www.warroomhockey.com Apple Podcasts and Spotify! Make sure you hit the SUBSCRIBE button, rate, review, and share with everyone you k...
EP 62: Seattle Expansion Draft Speculation
July 29, 2020 18:01 - 59 minutes - 81.2 MBWith the announcement of the franchise name, logo, and jersey in Seattle for the 32nd NHL franchise that begins its inaugural season in 2021-2022 we dive into the speculation around the upcoming expansion draft next summer and what the flat salary cap due to COVID means for the players that could be made available. War Room: The Hockey Podcast - Facebook @warroomthehockeypodcast - Instagram www.warroomhockey.com Apple Podcasts and Spotify - Subscribe, rate, review and share to hel...
EP: 61 NCAA vs. Junior Hockey
July 22, 2020 07:03 - 57 minutes - 79.4 MBThis week we finally have a discussion that is a hot topic in the hockey world. NCAA hockey or Junior hockey? which is better for development? We dive into it this week so dive into this episode with us, and enjoy! War Room: The Hockey Podcast - Facebook @warroomthehockeypodcast - Instagram www.warroomhockey.com War Room: The Hockey Podcast - Apple Podcasts and Spotify Subscribe! Rate and review and share! Enjoy!
EP 60: CBA and Return to Play Ratification
July 15, 2020 17:16 - 52 minutes - 72 MBThe CBA has been extended. Return to play has officially been approved. We have the details. Tune in. We discuss the upcoming playoffs and the CBA extension and COVID ramifications. War Room: The Hockey Podcast - Facebook @warroomthehockeypodcast - Instagram www.warroomhockey.com Evan Rauer - Facebook @evanrauer - Instagram War Room: The Hockey Podcast - Apple Podcasts and Spotify Hit the subscribe button and leave a rating, preferably 5 stars (wink wink) and a review and be sure to sha...
EP: 59 RE-SHARE of Episode 56 - The Play in Round
July 10, 2020 16:17 - 48 minutes - 67.3 MBThis is a re-share of Episode 56: The Play in Round where we spoke about every match up of the play in round of this years unique playoff experience. As we inch ever closer to the start of the 2020 Stanley Cup playoffs at the end of July and early August, we wanted to share that episode again to help remind everyone, but hammer home our 100% correct predictions! Please enjoy this re-share of that great episode! War Room: The Hockey Podcast - Facebook @warroomthehockeypodcast - Instagram Eva...
EP 58: The Draft Lottery is BROKEN!
July 01, 2020 20:03 - 51 minutes - 70.3 MBThis week we touch on the updates surrounding the return to play process and then we spend the rest of our time discussing the deeply flawed and broken draft lottery. Those that watched the lottery this past week should understand the sentiment that it is a deeply flawed and broken system. WHY would any board of governors vote on a system like this? War Room: The Hockey Podcast - Facebook @warroomthehockeypodcast - Instagram www.warroomhockey.com War Room: The Hockey Podcast - Apple Podca...
EP 57: NHL Awards
June 24, 2020 17:09 - 53 minutes - 73.9 MBThis week we talk about one of the things that can make our blood boil, and I think we did a great job staying calm! Its the NHL awards, but specifically, the voted on awards by players and hockey writers, from the Calder to the Hart. Who do we, here at War Room, think will take home the hardware? And who do we, here at War Room, think SHOULD take home the hardware? Tune in to find out! War Room: The Hockey Podcast - Facebook @warroomthehockeypodcast - Instagram www.warroomhockey.com Appl...
Developmental Hockey: Ups and Downs
June 12, 2020 16:15 - 37 minutes - 51.8 MBThis week is all about the ups and downs of developmental hockey, i.e. the battle of promotions, demotions, ice time, team selection and all that good stuff. Again, while we never claim to be the be all, end all experts on the topics we discuss we do speak in truth and fact. So sit back, and enjoy this weeks episode of War Room's developmental hockey podcast. Please don't hesitate to engage with us. Ask questions, give topic ideas, etc. We love to hear from you! War Room: The Hockey Po...
EP 56: Play in round of the NHL playoffs
June 10, 2020 16:03 - 48 minutes - 67.3 MBThis week we review the play in round matchups for the unique 2020 NHL playoffs when the league officially returns to play. War Room: The Hockey Podcast - Facebook @warroomthehockeypodcast - Instagram www.warroomhockey.com War Room: The Hockey Podcast - Apple Podcasts and Spotify Subscribe, rate, review, and share!
EP 55: Player Evaluations
June 03, 2020 15:07 - 1 hour - 85.4 MBThis week we talk all about player evaluations. The evaluation process isn't an exact science and we discuss all that goes into that process. Follow along with me @evanrauer on instagram War Room: The Hockey Podcast - Facebook @warroomthehockeypodcast - Instagram @warhockey - Twitter www.warroomhockey.com War Room: The Hockey Podcast on Apple Podcasts and Spotify - Subscribe, rate, review and share!
EP 54: Individual or Team playoff Runs; Most Memorable
May 27, 2020 16:00 - 51 minutes - 70.9 MBThis week we discuss an individual or team playoff run that stands out in the history of the game. You have to listen to find out who is discussed. This was a listener suggested episode, we hope that we covered the topic the way the listener was hoping. Enjoy! Make sure to follow Evan on the necessary social platforms: Evan Rauer: Facebook @evanrauer: Instagram Follow the show on all the necessary platforms: War Room: The Hockey Podcast - Facebook @warroomthehockeypodcast - Instagram @...
EP 53: Brandon Pougnet
May 20, 2020 16:55 - 49 minutes - 68.1 MBAnother conversation with Brandon Pougnet. Zoom had some sound issues so you join our conversation after it already started, but it is a great one. Brandon is a coach with the Colorado Thunderbirds, working his way up the coaching ranks, and helping push and develop young hockey players to a bright future in the game. Make sure to follow Brandon on instagram @pougnet_8 And follow along with the podcast on all the necessary platforms War Room: The Hockey Podcast - Facebook @warroomthehock...
EP 52: NHL Coaches
May 13, 2020 18:29 - 1 hour - 82.5 MBThis week is all about coaches in the NHL. Also, stay tuned for the coming weeks for a tremendous conversation with a good friend of the show and for our much anticipated episode about great individual/team playoff performances. War Room: The Hockey Podcast - Facebook @waroomthehockeypodcast - Instagram Evan Rauer - Facebook @evanrauer - Instagram @warhockey - Twitter www.warroomhockey.com Subscribe, rate and review on Apple Podcasts and Spotify!
EP 51: Business of the Game
May 06, 2020 21:35 - 35 minutes - 49.3 MBThis week is all about the business of the game of hockey. With everything going on in the world at the moment, and all the speculation around whether the season will be finished or not, it is only fair to objectively look at the business of the game to give some insight on whether the season will truly and actually be cancelled or not. War Room: The Hockey Podcast - Facebook @waroomthehockeypodcast - Instagram Evan Rauer - Facebook @evanrauer - Instagram @warhockey - Twitter www.warroomho...
Developmental Hockey: EP 5
May 02, 2020 19:01 - 18 minutes - 25.2 MBWhat do we discuss this week? Tune in to find out! We like to think that you don't want to miss this one! War Room: The Hockey Podcast - Facebook @warroomthehockeypodcast - Instagram @warhockey - Twitter @evanrauer - Instagram www.warroomhockey.com Apple Podcasts and Spotify - Subscribe, rate, review!
EP 50 of War Room
April 29, 2020 16:13 - 25 minutes - 35.2 MBAnother new episode! Not the normal length of our episodes but this is the new normal for right now. Once things get back to normal we will give you the typical length that you have come to know with War Room. Settle in and enjoy episode 50! War Room: The Hockey Podcast - Facebook @warroomthehockeypodcast - Instagram @warhockey - Twitter www.warroomhockey.com Also head to social media, Apple podcasts, Spotify, AND iheartradio and follow along with The Blessings of Life, a new podcast put ...
Update
April 22, 2020 16:28 - 7 minutes - 10.6 MBWe are getting ready to be back in studio to record content, again. Just doing some finishing touches on the necessary preparations and we will have a new episode next week for you. Stay with us. Thank you for your patience and your support. It is an interesting time and we appreciate your understanding. War Room: The Hockey Podcast - Facebook @warroomthehockeypodcast - Instagram @warhockey - Twitter www.warroomhockey.com War Room: The Hockey Podcast - Apple Podcasts and Spotify
Developmental Hockey: EP 4
April 22, 2020 04:03 - 38 minutes - 52.6 MBWe have been MIA the past couple of weeks, but this is Developmental hockey episode 4. Enjoy! War Room The Hockey Podcast - Facebook @warroomthehockeypodcast - Instagram @warhockey - Twitter www.warroomhockey.com
A PSA For The Day
April 03, 2020 17:15 - 10 minutes - 14.5 MBSee what we did with the title? .... Quarantine is getting to us, apparently. This week we wanted to take a step back from the full content and full episodes and put together an announcement for our listeners, letting you all know what to look forward to in the coming weeks. With so much uncertainty right now, not just in sports we want to ensure that we have the hockey content for you that can get us all through this. Thank you for your continued support and patience. It means everything....
EP 49: NHL entry Re-Drafts
March 25, 2020 21:34 - 1 hour - 83.7 MBThis week we spend some time going over the 2003 and 2004 NHL entry drafts and then doing our own re-draft of those same years. With so much uncertainty, today, we want to continue to bring you relevant and fun content. Enjoy! War Room: The Hockey Podcast - Facebook @warroomthehockeypodcast - Instagram @warhockey - Twitter www.warroomhockey.com Apple Podcasts and Spotify - Subscribe, rate and review! @evanrauer personal page
Developmental Hockey EP 3: Character Building
March 20, 2020 02:32 - 42 minutes - 58.8 MBThis week is all about the process of Character building as a part of proper development and the difficulties facing a number of associations in succeeding on that front. War Room: The Hockey Podcast - Facebook @warroomthehockeypodcast - Instagram @warhockey - Twitter www.warroomhockey.com Apple Podcasts and Spotify Subscribe, rate, and review!
EP 48: Coronavirus
March 18, 2020 17:14 - 29 minutes - 40.2 MBThis week we fill the time discussing the current Coronavirus situation in regards to the suspended and/or cancelled hockey seasons throughout hockey. We discuss the adverse effects it is having and will have on the game and whether we think it best for them to just cancel the rest of the season. War Room: The Hockey Podcast - Facebook @warroomthehockeypodcast - Instagram @warhockey - Twitter www.warroomhockey.com Apple Podcasts and Spotify under the same name; Subscribe and leave a ratin...
Developmental Hockey EP 2: Playoff Update, Developmental Standpoint
March 13, 2020 05:09 - 19 minutes - 26.6 MBThis week we recap and overview the current playoff situation in NCAA and junior hockey. We also fill everyone in on where we stand and what can be expected from us. War Room: The Hockey Podcast - Facebook @warroomthehockeypodcast - Instagram @warhockey - Twitter www.warroomhockey.com Apple Podcasts and Spotify Rate, comment, review and subscribe!
EP 47: Push to the Playoffs - Part 1
March 11, 2020 20:22 - 48 minutes - 66.3 MBIn Part 1 we discuss the push to the playoffs encompassing both conferences and all teams. We discuss the issue with where the league is heading in terms of Parody, and we look forward to the week to come. We also discuss the injury bug that is riddling some teams and how that may effect them heading into the post season. War Room: The Hockey Podcast - Facebook @warroomthehockeypodcast - Instagram @warhockey - Twitter www.warroomhockey.com Apple Podcasts and Spotify - Rate and review AFTE...
Developmental Hockey EP 1: Overview
March 05, 2020 21:21 - 46 minutes - 64.2 MBEpisode 1 of the new developmental hockey podcast for War Room. This week is an overview of junior and NCAA hockey before we briefly touch on where we stand and our thoughts on developmental hockey. This podcast can be seen on Thursdays on Apple Podcasts and Spotify under the same umbrella as War Room: The Hockey Podcast. And for the time being shares the same social media pages. War Room: The Hockey Podcast - Facebook @warroomthehockeypodcast - Instagram @warhockey - Twitter www.warroomho...
EP 46: The Unsung and Underrated of the Game
March 04, 2020 17:25 - 1 hour - 84.1 MBThis week War Room discusses headlines throughout the NHL; the Emergency backup goaltender rule, prayers for Nashville, career milestones...and then we dive into the unsung heroes, the underrated, yet vital pieces to every hockey team if they are to be successful. They aren't your superstars. They fall into the middle of the lineup. They grind away. They bring energy. They have the intangibles that you need in a locker room and in a lineup to take you to the next level. Also, be on the loo...
EP 45: Trade Deadline Recap
February 27, 2020 20:38 - 1 hour - 94.7 MBThis week is all about recapping the trade deadline. Who won? Who lost? who is officially rebuilding? who believes they still have a shot? who is the cup favorite? Who is already basing decisions on the effect that the new Seattle franchise will have? We cover it all! War Room: The Hockey Podcast -Facebook @warroomthehockeypodcast - Instagram @warhockey - Twitter www.warroomhockey.com Head to Spotify and Apple podcasts. Make sure if you haven't done so already that you rate and review and...
EP 44: Headlines heading to the Deadline
February 19, 2020 22:46 - 11 minutes - 16.5 MBAnother quick hit episode. Trades and injuries in the NHL and what to watch heading to the deadline. Follow like and subscribe on the necessary platforms: War Room: The Hockey Podcast - Facebook @warroomthehockeypodcast - Instagram @warhockey - Twitter www.warroomhockey.com Rate, review, and share! Enjoy and we will see you all next week!
EP 43: Love and Prayers to Jay Bouwmeester
February 12, 2020 21:34 - 10 minutes - 14.6 MBJay Bouwmeester collapsed on the bench in the first period of a game between his St. Louis Blues and the Anaheim Ducks. Love and prayers go to him, his family, and the Blues organization. Heal up Jay and we look forward to seeing you back on the ice in the future. The game needs more men like you. You play it right. War Room: The Hockey Podcast - Facebook @warroomthehockeypodcast - Instagram @warhockey -Twitter www.warroomhockey.com
EP 42: Middle of the road
February 05, 2020 20:02 - 1 hour - 89 MBMiddle of the road. Teams caught in the middle. Trade deadline is 2 and a half weeks away and there are some teams that could go either direction. Who makes a splash at the deadline? Who tears it down and rebuilds? who goes all in? Find out this week on War Room: The Hockey Podcast, and at the trade deadline on February 24th. War Room: The Hockey Podcast - Facebook @warroomthehockeypodcast - Instagram @warhockey - Twitter www.warroomhockey.com War Room: The Hockey Podcast - Apple Podcasts...
EP 41: ALL DECADE
January 29, 2020 20:51 - 1 hour - 87.5 MBThis week is the week for the discussion surrounding ALL DECADE. But first, a mention of the tragic week that has occurred, we touch on the home stretch of the season for Junior hockey and the NCAA, and we tease the leafs fan with a potential trade rumor. War Room: The Hockey Podcast - Facebook @warroomthehockeypodcast - Instagram @warhockey - Twitter www.warroomhockey.com Apple Podcasts and Spotify! Rate, review, subscribe, and share!
EP 40: Push to the Trade Deadline
January 22, 2020 23:21 - 1 hour - 86.9 MBWe did it folks! We solved the technical difficulties and bring to you episode 40 of War Room: The Hockey Podcast! We are officially at the bye week in the NHL as players take some time off and others head to the All Star Game, therefore, with the final countdown before the trade deadline officially underway we bring you some of the names on the trade bait list and what some of those players could mean to teams looking to rent. But before that we have a trivia question, discuss junior hockey...
PSA: Should be episode 40, here is why it's not
January 09, 2020 00:28 - 7 minutes - 10.2 MBTechnical Difficulties! This should be episode 40. Tune into this short public service announcement to find out why it is not. War Room: The Hockey Podcast - Facebook @warroomthehockeypodcast - Instagram @warhockey - Twitter warroomhockey.com
EP: 39 WJC preview
December 19, 2019 06:25 - 58 minutes - 80.4 MBThe world Junior Championship is coming up on Boxing Day! this week we preview the tournament as The U.S. and Canada look stacked, again, and Switzerland looks to be the dark horse. What else do we discuss? settle in and find out! War Room: The Hockey Podcast - Facebook @warroomthehockeypodcast - Instagram @warhockey - Twitter www.warroomhockey.com
EP 38: Coaching controversy
December 12, 2019 19:54 - 1 hour - 92.1 MBMike Babcock...Bill Peters...Marc Crawford...Jim Montgomery? This week is all about the controversy surrounding the game of hockey and their coaches. The good, the bad, the blown out of proportion. We cover it, discussing the situation, and yes, what we agree and disagree with. Subscribe, rate, and review and enjoy episode 38! War Room: The Hockey Podcast - Facebook @warroomthehockeypodcast - Instagram @warhockey - Twitter www.warroomhockey.com - website
EP 37: Gregg Wilson
December 04, 2019 18:32 - 1 hour - 104 MBThis week we have Gregg Wilson with us in Studio! Gregg is a former pro hockey player having a look with the Washington Capitals. Before that, he traveled the roads of Junior hockey player all through western Canada and Spokane, Washington. And after his time in Washington he crossed the ocean and spent time playing in Europe, before coming back and settling in to being an owner, and manager at the Junior level before helping coach his own kids through hockey. Now, he lives the retired life,...
EP 36: The Intangibles of the game
November 27, 2019 21:31 - 50 minutes - 68.7 MBThis week we discuss the intangibles and characteristics needed to thrive and those that are exhibited by the true leaders of the game. War Room: The Hockey Podcast - Facebook @warroomthehockeypodcast - Instagram @warhockey - Twitter www.warroomhockey.com Like, follow, comment, rate, review, and subscribe!
EP 35: WHL, BCHL, NHL overview
November 20, 2019 18:15 - 1 hour - 86.3 MBThis week is all about the overview of the hockey world. From the BCHL to the NHL and in-between where do teams stand and how do we see them finishing. That can all be heard in this weeks episode of War Room: The Hockey Podcast. War Room: The Hockey Podcast - Facebook @warroomthehockeypodcast - Instagram @warhockey - Twitter www.warroomhockey.com
EP 34: Junior hockey and the lead into the WJC
November 13, 2019 21:11 - 1 hour - 90.7 MBThis week is all about Junior hockey. After touching on some headlines. We dive into junior hockey and the lead into the World Junior Championship which begins Boxing Day (December 26th) and concludes in January of 2020. We also give some attention to an NHL team that, no matter the good and the success, doesn't get any attention or praise anywhere in the world of "Professional" broadcasting. So grab a coffee, hit subscribe and settle in for episode 34 of War Room: The Hockey Podcast. Afterw...
EP: 33 Lighten the mood
November 07, 2019 00:00 - 50 minutes - 69.5 MBAfter last weeks heavy episode this week is all about sharing some stories and lightening the mood. Enjoy! War Room: The Hockey Podcast - Facebook @warroomthehockeypodcast - Instagram @warhockey - Twitter Like, follow, rate, review, comment, and subscribe! Enjoy on Spotify and Apple Podcasts!
EP 32: Money in Hockey
October 30, 2019 20:38 - 1 hour - 93.6 MBThis week is all about the effects that money has on the game of hockey from the youth hockey level, specifically, on up to the junior and professional ranks. This is an episode that we got very invested in as you will find out, but we enjoyed covering this topic nonetheless. It is a departure from the lighthearted hockey talk that we like to have, but we enjoyed finally putting together an episode that covers, beginning to end, the the truth, reality...the topic that we have touched on here...