Face Off Hockey Show

Face Off Hockey Show 01.07.25: Waning Winter Classic Interest, Unfinish Olympic Rink Updates, and Injuries

This week, the boys talk about the 2027 Winter Classic announcement and the waning interest they have in the outdoor event. Also, an update about the lack of completeness of the Olympic hockey rink in Italy. Lyle Richardson of Spector's Hockey joins to talk about the Olympic rosters released and how New Jersey and Philadelphia are trending in different directions. 

Face Off Hockey Show 12.30.25: Selects at the Spengler, ECHL Figures It Out, and Moving Matthews

This week, the boys are joined again with Sean Leahy to talk about the US College Selects taking over the Spengler Cup in Switzerland and the ECHL figuring out their CBA after a weekend off. Lyle Richardson of Spector's Hockey joins to talk about the Penguins/Blue Jackets trade and what it will take to move Auston Matthews from Toronto. 

Face Off Hockey Show 12.23.25: Pending ECHL Strike, Jarmo Cleaning House, and Sean Leahy!!

This week, the boys are joined by Sean Leahy of Yahoo Sports to talk about the pending ECHL strike, the Sabres making a big refresh in the front office, and hot mics. Lyle Richardson of Spector's Hockey joins to talk about Phillip Danault back in Montreal, Mason Marchment is Columbus, and what's stalling Seattle. 

Face Off Hockey Show 12.17.25: Jarmo's Taking Over, Blockbuster Trades, and the Penguins Sold Again

This week, the boys talk about the explosive start for Brandon Bussi's career, the Sabres getting a new GM, the Penguins being sold again, and some updated injuries. Lyle Richardson of Spector's Hockey joins to talk about the Quinn Hughes move to Minnesota and the potentially lateral move of Stuart Skinner and Tristan Jarry. 

Face Off Hockey Show 12.10.25: Quinn Hughes Hot Stove, 3x3 Hockey Tour, and Ice Size Doesn't Matter

This week, the boys look at more of the Olympic discourse, new Heritage Classic update, and Lyle Richardson of Spector's Hockey talks about the Quinn Hughes rumors and how Detroit could play a role in it. 

Face Off Hockey Show 12.03.25: More Olympic Rink Mess, More Self-Injured Players, and Thanksgiving Standings

This week, the boys talk about how the Olympic rink construction is going just fine, how many more players can injure themselves in their own home, and sage advice from Daren Puppa. Lyle Richardson joins to talk about the new rumor kings in Kiefer Sherwood and Blake Coleman, while breaking down the Thanksgiving Playoff Standings. 

Face Off Hockey Show 11.26.25: Rantanen's Rampage, Quinn's Not Moving, and Team Valuations

This week, the boys talk about Mikko Rantanen's mean streak, the vote of confidence in Nashville, and Lyle Richardson of Spector's Hockey talks about the Predators trade options, team valuations, and Edmonton's goalie issues of the week. 

Face Off Hockey Show 11.19.25: Odd Injuries, Many Milestones, and Short-Term Gains

This week, the boys talk about all the odd injuries to NHL players this week, the Winter Classic jerseys, and a bevvy of milestones. Lyle Richardson of Spector's Hockey talks about what the Habs could do with their injury issues, the Leafs being vanilla, and more!! 

Face Off Hockey Show 11.12.25: Olympic Ice Not Ready, The Future is Now, and the USHL to the CHL??

This week, the boys talk about the Olympic ice hockey arena not being ready 90 days out, the USHL maybe joining the CHL if the CHL gets its way, and Lyle Richardson of Spector's Hockey joining to talk about the future of the NHL now, the Edmonton goalie woes, 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 10.30.25: Extensions, Injuries, and McKenna Discourse

This week, Jon and Scott talk about all the extensions being made in the league, plenty of injuries, and Gavin McKenna discourse and what the future could hold and other wild scenarios.

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 10.15.25: Sabres Panic, No Olympic Ice Rink, and Sharks' Owner Goes Wild

This week, the boys talk about the panic going down in Buffalo this early in the season, how the Olympic ice rinks are still being built, and how the San Jose Sharks' owner just went out and had a no filter presser. Lyle Richardson of Spector's Hockey joins to talk about the Sabres woes, too, the Canadiens signing more young talent, and what's next for the Rangers. 

Face Off Hockey Show 10.08.25: Season Starts, McDavid's Team Friendly Deal, and McKenna Madness Hits the Hobby

This week, the boys talk about the season starting, the craziness in the preseason down in Florida, and Gavin McKenna's new card deal and what it means for the hobby. Lyle Richardson of Spector's Hockey joins to talk about the impact of Connor McDavid's team friendly extension to win a Cup, the lack of goalie market, and the demise of the Free Agent Frenzy. 

Face Off Hockey Show 10.01.25: Players Getting Paid, Retirements, and a New ECHL Team

This week, the boys talk about all the players getting paid, all the players getting out, and the newest team upcoming in the ECHL. Also, Lyle Richardson of Spector's Hockey talks about what Kirill Kaprizov deal does for the market and how much Connor McDavid can get now.