Posted in NHL Hockey, NHL Playoffs, NHL, NHLPA on Sep 16th, 2021 Comments
This week, the boys talk about the reach of college hockey-- what it should be, what it could be, and the downfalls of it. Lyle Richardson of Spector's Hockey will be on to debate about the officiating in the NHL and what can be done. They'll talk about Norm Macdonald's career, the TNT NHL crew, and how to deal with hotel WiFi.
Posted in NHL Hockey, NHL Playoffs, NHL, NHLPA, Tom Dundon, Carolina Hurricanes, Women's Hockey on Sep 9th, 2021 Comments
This week, the boys talk about what constitutes a finished rebuild for a team and if the Ottawa Senators are really at that point in their process. They'll go over the new COVID rules, the Olympics things, and Lyle Richardson of Spector's Hockey will be on to talk the fall out of the Jesperi Kotkaniemi signing.
Posted in NHL Hockey, NHL Playoffs, NHL, NHLPA, Women's Hockey on Aug 26th, 2021 Comments
This week, the boys go over the career of Henrik Lundqvist and talk about his accolades, his legacy on the game, and the current golden age of superstars through our show's timeline. They'll talk about the Arizona Coyotes getting the news they're getting booted from Glendale and where that might lead to. Plus, a mascot ranking like no other.
Posted in Wayne Gretzky, NHL Hockey, NHL Draft, NHL Playoffs, NHL on Aug 19th, 2021 Comments
This week, the boys talk to BD Gallof of IslesBeat.com about the new UBS Arena, the Islander success the past two seasons, and what it's going to take for them to get over the Lightning hump. The boys will also talk about the inevitable jersey ads that are finally coming in 2022-23, while Lyle Richardson of Spector's Hockey will talk some rumors flying around and old stories of memorabilia past and present.
Posted in NHL Hockey, NHL Playoffs, NHL, NHLPA, AHL, Buffalo Sabres, Jack Eichel on Aug 12th, 2021 Comments
This week, the boys look at the very revamped AHL playoff format and then question the NHL using it next. Sean Leahy from NBC Sports comes on to talk about the Olympics conundrum for the NHL, while Lyle Richardson of Spector's Hockey talks some Kirll Kaprizov, Jack Eichel, and the bump in the salary cap.
Posted in NHL Hockey, NHL Draft, NHL Playoffs, NHL, Maryland Hockey, ESPN on Aug 8th, 2021 Comments
Twenty years ago, Face Off Hockey Show was born in a garage in Lanham, Maryland. From August 8th, 2001 until today, the boys have gotten together weekly to talk this about that. We talk about the history of the show, some bits we enjoy, some Draft trip memories, and more. We've got guests like BD Gallof of Isles Beat, our old PR person Laura, Draft trip legend Death, our ref buddy Mac, JenHL History Girl, and of course-- Lyle Richardson of Spector's Hockey. Join us for over three hours of memories, laughs, and more.
Posted in NHL Hockey, NHL Draft, NHL Playoffs, NHL, Maryland Black Bears, NAHL on Jul 15th, 2021 Comments
This week, the boys talk about the big buyouts of Zach Parise and Ryan Suter by Minnesota and what that means in the short and long term. They'll talk about the Pierre McGuire news on his move to the front office. Lyle Richardson of Spector's Hockey joins to talk the Duncan Keith trade, the salary cap as an imaginary number, and more!!
Posted in NHL Hockey, NHL Draft, NHL Playoffs, NHL, Buffalo Sabres, Jack Eichel, Washington Capitals on Jul 8th, 2021 Comments
This week, the boys talk about the size of the Stanley Cup crowd in Montreal, the result of their NASCAR sponsorship, and the films of WWE Studios. Also, Lyle Richardson of Spector's Hockey will guide us through the decisions the Wild have and will need to make, the Buffalo Sabres core (without a mention of Jack Eichel), and what the Seattle Kraken could do to spend to the salary cap.
Posted in NHL Hockey, NHL Draft, NHL Playoffs, NHL, NHLPA, ESPN on Jul 1st, 2021 Comments
This week, Jon and Scott talk about how the show is sponsoring a NASCAR during this week's Road America weekend. Sean Leahy of NBC will join us to talk about the NHL State of the League, Olympics, Awards, Referees, and Lyle Richardson of Spector's Hockey joins as we make out Expansion Picks. Plus, what's up with Vladimir Tarasenko and Duncan Keith??
Posted in NHL Hockey, NHL Draft, NHL Playoffs, NHL, NHLPA on Jun 24th, 2021 Comments
This week, the boys talk about whether the officiating is suspect this year or if it's because there's only four teams left in the whole thing...or because of who's still in it. They'll also go over the NHLPA Player's Poll, while also being joined by Spector's Hockey's Lyle Richardson to talk about the Seth Jones trade market, the Oliver Ekman-Larsson trade markets, and his last round against inanimate objects.
Posted in NHL Hockey, NHL Draft, NHL Playoffs, NHL, Tom Dundon, Buffalo Sabres, Jack Eichel on Jun 17th, 2021 Comments
This week, the boys talk about Owen Power leaning towards going back to the NCAA rather than jumping into the NHL, which leads to discussion about if the Draft should be fixed and other alternatives to the Draft. Also, Lyle Richardson of Spector's Hockey joins us to talk about the Jack Eichel rumors, coaching changes, and the better awards distribution method.
Posted in NHL Hockey, NHL Draft, NHL Playoffs, NHL, NHLPA, Buffalo Sabres, Jack Eichel, ESPN on Jun 10th, 2021 Comments
This week, the boys talk about how the last Canadian team isn't always "Canada's Team." Also, how did Canada pull off the World Championship win, our dream picks for the NHL on HBOMax, and Lyle Richardson of Spector's Hockey joins us to talk Jack Eichel trade rumors and Mark Scheifele blaming others for his suspension.
Posted in NHL Hockey, NHL Draft, NHL Playoffs, NHL, Buffalo Sabres, Jack Eichel on Jun 3rd, 2021 Comments
This week, on the heels of Seth Jones' news; the boys talk about what the hell is so wrong with Columbus that everyone leaves. The Toronto Maple Leafs collapse in the most comedic of ways, Robert Morris University is looking to save their hockey programs after getting canned last week, and Lyle Richardson of Spector's Hockey makes his Round 2 picks against a bunch of inanimate objects.
Posted in Wayne Gretzky, NHL Hockey, NHL Draft, NHL Playoffs, NHL, Carolina Hurricanes, Washington Capitals, Alex Ovechkin on May 26th, 2021 Comments
This week, the boys talk about the wild stuff happening inside and out of the IIHF World Championships, Connor McDavid fails to get out the first round with his Oilers-- Lyle Richardson from Spector's Hockey will join us to talk about what to do next in Edmonton, on top of the stuff going on in Washington. Also, we take a peek at what the Seattle Kraken will do with their expansion draft goodness, all while Wayne Gretzky is getting a TV gig.
Posted in NHL Hockey, NHL Draft, NHL Playoffs, Sidney Crosby, Alex Ovechkin on May 20th, 2021 Comments
This week, the boys talk about the playoffs and how players in the AHL Pacific Division hate the idea of their division being the only one having a playoff in the league. Lyle Richardson of Spector's Hockey joins us to talk about a hot take article about Sidney Crosby, coaching positions, and more playoffs. All that, plus Draft Lottery odds, lost revenue, and Eugene Melnyk's yachting adventure.
