Face Off Hockey Show

Face Off Hockey Show 07.08.26: Offer Sheet Fallout and Ovi's Back Again

This week, Jon and Scott talk about the offer sheet Leo Carlsson got from Philadelphia and what Anaheim will do, Alex Ovechkin is back again, and Calgary and Vancouver lose their sports talk stations. Lyle Richardson of Spector's Hockey lays out what's next for both Anaheim and Philadelphia in the Carlsson contract and what's going to go on with Jason Robertson's arbitration. 

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 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. 

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. 

Face Off Hockey Show 04.08.26: Many Admin Changes, Ovi's Last Hurrah, and NCAA's Possible Age Rule

This week, the boys talk about all the administrative changes NHL teams made this week, what Alex Ovechkin may do this summer, and a possible NCAA rule change when it comes to the age of eligibility. Lyle Richardson of Spector's Hockey talks about what's needed in New Jersey and the downfall of Steve Yzerman in Detroit. 

Face Off Hockey Show 03.25.26: Records Broken, Teams Moving, and the Economy and Community of Hockey

This week, the boys talk about the records that Alex Ovechkin, Paul Maurice, and Sergei Bobrovsky set this week, while looking at the AHL move from Bridgeport to Hamilton. Also, Lyle Richardson of Spector's Hockey joins to talk about the economy and community of hockey being affected in the lower tiers and in the pro viewing level. 

Face Off Hockey Show 01.21.26: More Trades, Chris Drury Writing Letters, and DC Crushing Attendance Records

This week, the boys talk about the letter Chris Drury put out to the Rangers fans and the world, DC showing up for the PWHL, and thinking of trades. Lyle Richardson of Spector's Hockey joins to talk about the Artemi Panarin rumors, the trades for the Golden Knights and Sharks, and more!! 

Face Off Hockey Show 11.05.25: Schaefer's Strong Start, Teams Tanking Unironically, and Stadium Series at JerryWorld

This week, the boys talk about the strong start for Matthew Schaefer, the Stadium Series next season in Dallas, and VR training. Lyle Richardson of Spector's Hockey joins to talk about the tanking of team that aren't doing it on purpose, the future salary numbers for Cale Makar, and more!! 

Face Off Hockey Show 10.22.25: No Olympic Send-Off, the Nordiques are Back...ish, and Interactive PR Emails

This week, the boys talk about the NHL's cancellation of the Olympic send-off, the Avalanche go back to their roots, and Matthew Schaefer off to a hot start. Lyle Richardson of Spector's Hockey joins to talk about the issues in Vancouver, the issues in Toronto, and wonderful PR emails you can interact with. 

Face Off Hockey Show 09.24.25: Pre-season Starts, Contracts Being Disputed, and Solo Bits

This week, the boys talk about the retirement of Anze Kopitar and some pre-season stuff. Lyle Richardson joins to talk about Bernie Parent's legacy, Kirill Kaprizov's upper hand, and Mason McTavish's lower hand. 

Face Off Hockey Show 07.02.25: The Never-Ending Draft, Sign-and-Trade Bonanza, and Extending the CBA

This week, the boys talk about the NHL and NHLPA extending the CBA until 2030, the NHL Draft that took forever, and the exploitation of a draft pick's backstory. Lyle Richardson of Spector's Hockey will join us to talk about all the trades and signings as the off-season begins in full.

Face Off Hockey Show 06.04.25: Stanley Cup Starts, Ovi is Finished?? Plus, Free Agent Chatter

This week, the Jon and Scott show talks about the possibility of Alex Ovechkin retiring thanks to context clues, the technology of the NHL expanding, and more coaching changes. Lyle Richardson of Spector's Hockey discusses the Dallas Stars and Carolina Hurricanes' future while looking at the free agent marker coming up. 

Face Off Hockey Show 04.16.25: Playoffs, Retirements, and a New Audio Era

This week, the boys talk about their new audio era with a new interface, plenty of retirements coming your way, and the Pick 'Em results. Lyle Richardson of Spector's Hockey joins to talk about the NHLPA Player's Poll and to look ahead with his predictions for the playoffs. 

Face Off Hockey Show 04.09.25: Ovechkin Actually Did It

This week, the boys look back at the career of Alex Ovechkin leading to his record breaking goal mark. Also, Lyle Richardson will join to talk about the record, talk about media companies ruin the moment days later, and the hype of Ivan Demidov to Montreal. 

Face Off Hockey Show 04.02.25: Phired in Philly, Blues are Hot, and College Debuts

This week, the boys talk about the firing of John Tortorella, the St. Louis Blues on a hot streak, and new college kids in the NHL. Lyle Richardson of Spector's Hockey talks about the new NHL deal with Rogers Sportsnet, Matvei Michkov thriving, and the 200-Point Swing!!