Face Off Hockey Show

Face Off Hockey Show 03.19.25: Revamping the ASG, Owner Rankings, and Old Cards

This week, the boys talk about the All-Star Game being revamped thanks to the Four Nations, old trading cards, and the last Capital that wasn't Alex Ovechkin to get 30+ goals. Lyle Richardson of Spector's Hockey joins to talk about the Owner Rankings by the Athletic and summer contract speculation. 

Face Off Hockey Show 03.12.25: Trade Deadline Fall-Out, Injuries Akimbo, and Misquotes Galore

This week, the boys and Lyle Richardson of Spector's Hockey talks about the NHL Trade Deadline, the fall-out, the drama, the intrigue, the lack of moves from some teams-- all of it in one dose. 

Face Off Hockey Show 03.04.25: Countdown to Trade Deadline and Stadium Series Success

This week, the boys talk about the success of the Stadium Series in Ohio, Auston Matthews near a record, and some injuries. Lyle Richardson of Spector's Hockey will join us to talk about the lead-up to the NHL Trade Deadline. 

Face Off Hockey Show 02.26.25: Four Nations Final, NHL in New Orleans, and Trade Rumors Galore

This week, the boys talk about the Four Nations Cup being better than it should have ever been, the NHL coming to New Orleans, and Seth Jones blowing up. Lyle Richardson will join to talk about maybe another move for Mikko Rantanen, the Canucks issues beyond the ice, and more!! 

Face Off Hockey Show 02.18.25: Four Nations Stuff, Trade Watches, and Plaque for Partying

This week, the boys talk about the Four Nations Tournament and why it might not tip the needle for when the NHL comes back full time. The Caps are getting a plaque for partying. Lyle Richardson of Spector's Hockey joins to talk about who to look at for the trade deadline. 

Face Off Hockey Show 02.12.25: Four Nations Fantasticness, World Cup is Back, and Fake Ice Saving Hockey

This week, the boys in a high energy fashion talk about the Four Nations Cup that's going on this week, as well as look at the synthetic ice initiative started by Anthony Duclair and how it could help out youth hockey with issues for ice time. Lyle Richardson of Spector's Hockey joins to talk about the comings and goings of trade interests ahead of the deadline in a month. 

Face Off Hockey Show 02.04.25: JT Miller Moved, Injuries A-Plenty, and the Salary Cap Raising the Roof

This week, the boys talk about all the injuries going on, the IIHF not letting Russia or Belarus in to play, and the Utah Hockey Club clipart logo leaks. Lyle Richardson of Spector's Hockey joins to talk about all the moves that happened, including JT Miller heading to New York, while also looking at the skyrocketing projected salary cap for the next three seasons. 

Face Off Hockey Show 01.28.25: Carolina Blockbuster, Logan's Run to the Bank, and the Gritty Store

This week, the boys talk about the new contract for Logan Thompson with the Caps, the new Gritty Chaos Store in Wells Fargo Center, and the Penguins for sale?? Lyle Richardson of Spector's Hockey joins to talk about the blockbuster deal for Mikko Rantanen and more Vancouver drama. 

Face Off Hockey Show 01.22.25: Suspensions Akimbo, Trade Rumors Galore, and More!!

This week, the boys talk about all the suspensions happening on the week and have some more Quarter-Century Teams. Lyle Richardson of Spector's Hockey talks about the Canucks drama, who wants Seth Jones, and other fun stuff. 

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.