Face Off Hockey Show

Face Off Hockey Show 01.14.25: New Philly Arena, Quarter-Century Teams, and the Smokey Quarter Papi Review

This week, the boys talk about the new arena for the Flyers, the new update to bring the PWHL into the game for NHL25, and ownership news. Lyle Richardson of Spector's Hockey gives his review of McDonald's Smokey Quarter Papi burger, helps us with the Quarter-Century Teams, and what the Penguins needs to do to rebuild. 

Face Off Hockey Show 01.08.25: Florida Winter Classic, USA WJC Win, and Arizona is Coming Back to the NHL...Maybe

This week, the boys talk about the next Winter Classic and Stadium Series for 2026 in Florida, the USA team goes back-to-back in the WJC, while Arizona is coming back into the fold for the NHL according to the new county chairman. Lyle Richardson of Spector's Hockey joins to talk about the Canucks trades, Brock Nelson in the news, and could Jonathan Toews return??

Face Off Hockey Show 01.01.25: Terrible Winter Classic, Coaching Changes, and Quarter-Century Teams

This week, the boys talk about the spectacle that was the Winter Classic and where to go from here. Lyle Richardson of Spector's Hockey joins to pile on, while also talking about the NHL Quarter-Century Teams that are being rolled out daily, what coach is on the chopping block next, and John Gibson's destination. 

Face Off Hockey Show 12.23.24: A Festivus Mess for New York State Hockey Teams and Sean Leahy!!

This week, the boys are joined by Sean Leahy of Yahoo to talk about the mess that's happening in the Rangers locker room, new digital board ads in real arenas, while Lyle Richardson joins to pile on the Rangers, while also helping jab at the Sabres and Islanders as well. 

Face Off Hockey Show 12.18.24: Trades Akimbo

This week, the boys talk about the wild times in the NCAA where former AHL guys are getting a turn, injuries galore, NAHL expansion out west, and Lyle Richardson of Spector's Hockey talks about all the trades happening ahead of the holidays. 

Face Off Hockey Show 12.10.24: Trades in New York, Firings in Chicago, and the Caps 50th Anniversary Team

This week, the boys talk about firings in Chicago with retirings for Kevin Shattenkirk, and hip injuries galore. Lyle Richardson of Spector's Hockey talks about the trade of Jacob Trouba to Anaheim, the Avalanche getting another goalie, and the Capitals success, while trying to figure out Anniversary team math. 

Face Off Hockey Show 12.04.24: Four Nations Madness, Rangers Trade Tiers, Jiricek Goes Wild

This week, the boys breakdown the Four Nations Cup rosters as they are revved up for the event. Also, Jonny reviews seeing Macklin Celebrini in person. Lyle Richardson joins us to talk about David Jiricek's move to Minnesota and the possibility for the New York Rangers to make a trade. 

Face Off Hockey Show 11.27.24: St. Louis Coaching Change, Pittsburgh's Hot Seat, and Minnesota Under the Radar

This week, the boys talk about the changes in the St. Louis coaching staff, why the Caps don't retire numbers, and some milestones. Lyle Richardson of Spector's Hockey joins to talk about the Penguins coaching situation, the Rangers trade conundrums, and the Wild going under the radar in the league. 

Face Off Hockey Show 11.20.24: Bruins Need a Coach, Ovi Get Hurt, and the Big Salary Cap Boost...Maybe

This week, the boys talk about the firing of Jim Montgomery in Boston, Alex Ovechkin's hot streak coming to an end due to injury, and the 3x3 Women's Tournament in South America. Lyle Richardson of Spector's Hockey joins to talk about the Penguins possible fire sale, John Gibson's destinations, and the potential giant cap hike for next year. 

Face Off Hockey Show 11.12.24: CHL Gets Into NCAA, Hall of Fame Stuff, and The Tiger is Back

This week, Jon and Scott talk about the CHL players being allowed to play in the NCAA now, as well as Lars Eller getting back to the Caps. Lyle Richardson joins us to talk about the Hall of Fame class, the next class, and future classes to come. 

Face Off Hockey Show 11.06.24: Surprising Starts, Nashville Figuring It Out, and EA Sports Put Coaches In

This week, the boys talk about the surprising starts of some teams through the first month. EA Sports put the coaches in the game and they look bad. Lyle Richardson of Spector's Hockey joins to talk about Jeremy Swayman's rough start and how the Nashville Predators aren't lighting things up. 

Face Off Hockey Show 10.30.24: Leafs Trades, PWHL Expansion, and Oilers Rantings

This week, the Jon and Scott show talks about the PWHL expansion, the start of Alex Ovechkin, and lovefests in Tampa and Pittsburgh. Lyle Richardson of Spector's Hockey joins to talk about the Leafs recent trade, the West Coast NHL teams lacking love, and the bad summer moves of the Oilers biting them in-season. 

Face Off Hockey Show 10.23.24: Lots of Injuries, Lots of Goalie Issues, Lots of Hockey

This week, the boys talk about all the injuries on the week, as well as the NHL Frozen Frenzy that happened on ESPN. Lyle Richardson of Spector's Hockey talks about the goalie woes some teams have had and where Calgary is looking for a forward. 

Chesapeake Hockey Week 10.23.24 (S7E4): Navy and Maryland Women Take Down Air Force, Towson and Stevenson Men Split

This week, Scotty Wazz talks about the weekend against Air Force for the Navy and Maryland women's squads, as well as the strong performance from the Towson and Stevenson Men's club sides. 

Face Off Hockey Show 10.15.24: Fighting in Practice, Slow Starts, and How Good is Utah HC??

This week, the boys talk about the slow start for some teams, while glowing over the Utah HC quick start. Lyle Richardson of Spector's Hockey joins to talk about some Timothy Liljegren rumors, the Avalanche goaltending, and the Edmonton panic.