Face Off Hockey Show

Face Off Hockey Show 07.01.26: Free Agent Frenzy, Trades Galore, and the SPHL Rule Changes

This week, the boys talk about the opening day of NHL Free Agency and the moves made there. They also look into the SPHL's new rules for the upcoming season. Lyle Richardson of Spector's Hockey is a busy man, but joins to talk about the moves, the trades, and what did and didn't go down at the draft. 

Face Off Hockey Show 06.24.26: Trades Galore Ahead of Draft, Hall of Fame Class, and Houston Calling

This week, Scotty and Marc talk about all the trades that happened this week, how the Caps fared in their deals, the Hall of Fame class was announced, and how many teams is too many with the word that Houston is close to being expansion ready. Lyle Richardson of Spector's Hockey breaks down more trades, speculates on what's next in Ottawa, and how to handle Connor Hellebuyck in the future. 

Face Off Hockey Show 06.17.26: Canes Win Cup, Leafs Make Coaching Choice, and Early Trades

This week, Jon and Scott are joined by Yahoo's Sean Leahy to talk about the Hurricanes winning the Cup for the first time in two decades, the coaching decision of the Maple Leafs and Golden Knights, and the ECHL dynasty happening in Florida. Lyle Richardson of Spector's Hockey talks the end of the players, the trade between the Leafs and Flyers, and looking ahead to the Draft movement possible. 

Face Off Hockey Show 06.10.26: Fantastic Final, Larkin Wants Out, and Babcock Trying to Get Back In

This week, the boys talk about the Mike Babcock situation in Edmonton and talk about how wonderful the Stanley Cup Final has been and many might be missing out. Lyle Richardson of Spector's Hockey talks about the Dylan Larkin situation in Detroit and how it'll be the lasting mark in the Yzerman regime. 

Face Off Hockey Show 06.03.26: Cup Finals Start With a Bang, Front Office Hires, and Names in the Rumor Mill

This week, the boys look at the Stanley Cup Final after the frantic first game, some league champs were crowned and some front office positions filled. Lyle Richardson of Spector's Hockey joins to talk some interesting names in the rumor mill and the Toronto-centric media in Canada. 

Face Off Hockey Show 05.27.26: Vegas Off to the Cup Final, Malkin Back in Pittsburgh, and Coaching Decisions

This week, the boys talk about Vegas getting back to the Cup Final again, a new ECHL team is named, and some coaching spots are getting some interviews. Lyle Richardson of Spector's Hockey joins to talk about Evgeni Malkin re-signing in Pittsburgh, the Vegas dynasty, and some free agent chatter. 

Defending The Den (S4E29): The Maryland Black Bears Are NAHL Champs!!

This week, Scotty Wazz recounts the NAHL Robertson Cup semifinals and finals, in which the Maryland Black Bears took home the franchise's first Robertson Cup title. 

Face Off Hockey Show 05.20.26: Front Office Shuffles, Playoff Cresendos, and a Local Champ

This week, the boys talk about all the off-ice happenings in the NHL, a new PWHL team, and the Maryland Black Bears Robertson Cup victory. Lyle Richardson from Spector's Hockey joins to talk about the Edmonton Oilers situation, where Quinn Hughes could go, and making his conference final predictions. 

Face Off Hockey Show 05.13.26: Toronto Fires Berube, Schaefer is Unanimous, and the Playoffs Roll Along

This week, the boys talk about the latest happenings in Toronto with Craig Berube's firing, Matthew Schaefer winning the Calder Trophy in a runaway, and two new PWHL teams. Lyle Richardson of Spector's Hockey joins to talk playoffs, Evgeni Malkin, and Vegas blocking their old coaches. 

Defending The Den 05.13.26 (S4E28): East Division Champions, Heading to Blaine

This week, Scotty Wazz reviews the Maryland Black Bears East Division title, as Maryland took out Rochester in four games. Also, looking ahead to the Robertson Cup Last Four. 

Face Off Hockey Show 05.06.26: A Crazy 28 Hours in Toronto, the PWHL Expanding, and McDavid and Matthews Movement

This week, the boys talk about the PWHL going to Detroit, the salary cap going up, and the Toronto Maple Leafs wild 28 hours with a GM hire and Draft Lotto win. Lyle Richardson of Spector's Hockey joins to talk about the Leafs situation, what it could do to Auston Matthews future, and Connor McDavid's future. 

Face Off Hockey Show 04.29.26: Anze Says Goodbye, Toronto's GM Future, and Hockey Canada's Next Symposium

This week, the boys talk about the playoffs thus far, how Hockey Canada may try to write their development ship, and Anze Kopitar's career is finished. Lyle Richardson of Spector's Hockey joins to talk more playoffs, John Chayka's possible Toronto GM role, and what it could mean for Auston Matthews.

Defending The Den 04.24.26 (S4E27): Black Bears Sweep Danbury, Head to East Division Final

In this installment, Scotty Wazz recaps the Maryland Black Bears sweep in the East Division Semifinals, as the team reaches the East Division Final for the fourth time in team history. Also, hear from head coach Clinton Mylymok, defenseman Liam Doherty, forwards Tanner Duncan, Brady Anes, and Graiden Insana. 

Face Off Hockey Show 04.22.26: Playoffs Start, Front Office Shuffles, and Lyle vs. Inanimate Objects

This week, the boys talk about the playoffs so far and all the front office moves made already. Lyle Richardson of Spector's Hockey joins to talk about the playoffs and makes his picks against inanimate objects. 

Face Off Hockey Show 04.15.26: NCAA Hockey Wraps-Up, AI Leading the Leafs, and Ovi's Last Ride??

This week, the boys talk about the ending of the NCAA season and the transfer portal madness that came with. Also, their updated picks for Alex Ovechkin and if it's his time to go. Lyle Richardson of Spector's Hockey comes on to talk about Michael Hage not joining Montreal and how that's a good thing, the fall of Columbus and Detroit, as well as AI maybe leading the Leafs to where they are now.