Face Off Hockey Show

Face Off Hockey Show 04.01.26: Recycling Torts, Toronto's New Fire, and College Hockey Wrapping Up

This week, the boys talk about John Tortorella getting back into the coaching mix in Vegas, Toronto fires their GM, and plenty of news at the end of the college hockey season. Lyle Richardson of Spector's Hockey joins to talk Auston Matthews future and the decision of entry level players choosing a bridge deal vs. a long-term deal in the current marketplace. 

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 03.18.26: Leaving Your Captain, Guerin Gunning For Players, and Who's Puck is it Anyway??

This week, the boys discuss the Maple Leafs not sticking up immediately for their captain, international travel, and international games. Lyle Richardson of Spector's Hockey joins to talk about Bill Guerin gunning for more talent and is Jack Hughes the rightful owner of the Golden Goal puck?? 

Face Off Hockey Show 03.04.26: Pre-Deadline Deals, More NCAA News, and USA Hockey Media Blitz

This week, the boys talk about the USA Hockey teams going around TV on the gold medal tour, the new developments in the NCAA landscape, and Lyle Richardson of Spector's Hockey joins to look at the pre-deadline deals and who to look out for coming up ahead of Friday's Trade Deadline

Face Off Hockey Show 02.25.26: Olympics Conclude, New NCAA D1 School, and Rumors Abound

This week, Jon and Scott talk about the two fantastic gold medal games leading to double gold for the USA, the newest NCAA D1 team is about to be announced, and Lyle Richardson of Spector's Hockey joins to talk about the recent Penguins/Avalanche trade and the next destination for Nazem Kadri. 

Face Off Hockey Show 02.18.26: Olympic Madness, Beach Hockey Tournaments, and Chair Throwing

This week, the boys talk about the craziness of the Olympics, Jonny going to Beach Hockey Tournaments, and junior hockey chair throwing. Lyle Richardson of Spector's Hockey talks about the viewership of hockey post-Olympics and Brandon Bussi's new contract. 

Face Off Hockey Show 02.11.26: Olympic Break, McKenna's Break, and Seattle's Bread Pitch Denied

This week, the boys discuss the Olympics getting started up, Gavin McKenna getting the major charge dropped, and Lyle Richardson of Spector's Hockey talks about Seattle going after Artemi Panarin and getting denied. 

Face Off Hockey Show 02.04.26: McKenna's Pub Brawl, Outdoor Goalie Fights, and Breadman Becomes a King

This week, the boys talk about the craziness with the Gavin McKenna pub fight, Barry Trotz stepping down as Nashville GM, and an outdoor goalie fight. Lyle Richardson of Spector's Hockey talks about Artemi Panarin going to LA, what the Devils are doing, and what's next for Nashville. 

Face Off Hockey Show 01.28.26: Escape From the New York Rangers, Bridgeport Moving, and Goalie Futures

This week, the boys talk about Craig Berube's head bruise, the Bridgeport Islanders moving, and the escape from the New York Rangers. Lyle Richardson of Spector's Hockey joins to talk about the Islanders making moves, the Devils trying to find their way, and the lack of highly touted goalies. 

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 01.14.26: Buffalo Draft, Trade Rumor Hotlines, and Who Wants Elias Petterson

This week, the boys talk about the upcoming Buffalo Draft this year, Nela Lopusanova tearing it up at the 18U championships, and an Olympic ice update. Lyle Richardson of Spector's Hockey joins to talk Elias Petterson, Dougie Hamilton, and more!! 

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.