Face Off Hockey Show

Face Off Hockey Show 07.02.25: The Never-Ending Draft, Sign-and-Trade Bonanza, and Extending the CBA

This week, the boys talk about the NHL and NHLPA extending the CBA until 2030, the NHL Draft that took forever, and the exploitation of a draft pick's backstory. Lyle Richardson of Spector's Hockey will join us to talk about all the trades and signings as the off-season begins in full.

Face Off Hockey Show 06.25.25: Hall of Fame Picks, Early Draft Trades, and Sean Leahy!!

This week, Jon and Scott are joined by Yahoo Sports' Sean Leahy to talk about the Hall of Fame picks, figure out unique ways Winnipeg can give the performance bonuses to Jonathan Toews, and more!! Also, Lyle Richardson of Spector's Hockey talks about Trevor Zegras moving east, what the heck the Stars are doing, and where Mitch Marner could land. 

Face Off Hockey Show 06.18.25: Panthers on Top Again, Dynasty Talk, and Wild McDavid Speculation

This week, the boys talk about the Florida Panthers back-to-back Stanley Cup wins and where it could lead them in the future. Lyle Richardson of Spector's Hockey talks about the unsung heroes of the Panthers, the dollars and sense of keeping the roster together, and wild speculation of Connor McDavid's future for fun!! 

Face Off Hockey Show 06.11.25: Long Pause of Cup Final, Rumors Abound, and Oshie Rides Into the Sunset

This week, the boys talk about the long break between the Cup Final games and all that, as well as the retirement of TJ Oshie. Lyle Richardson of Spector's Hockey joins to talk about all the rumors out of New York, Jason Robertson's future, and the possible CBA announcement. 

Face Off Hockey Show 06.04.25: Stanley Cup Starts, Ovi is Finished?? Plus, Free Agent Chatter

This week, the Jon and Scott show talks about the possibility of Alex Ovechkin retiring thanks to context clues, the technology of the NHL expanding, and more coaching changes. Lyle Richardson of Spector's Hockey discusses the Dallas Stars and Carolina Hurricanes' future while looking at the free agent marker coming up. 

Face Off Hockey Show 05.28.25: More Front Office Changes, Stanley Cup Finals All But Set, and Champions Galore

This week, the boys talk about the championships being handed out on the international stage and the PWHL, while taking a look at the front office and bench changes this week. Lyle Richardson of Spector's Hockey joins to talk about the value of Evan Bouchard, the lunacy of no-tax-state teams being good just because of that, and more. 

Face Off Hockey Show 05.21.25: Down to Four, the Leafs Future, and a Shanaplan to Long Island??

This week, the boys talk about the final four teams vying for the Stanley Cup, as well as talking with Lyle Richardson of Spector's Hockey about the future of the Toronto Maple Leafs and if Brendan Shanahan going to Long Island will move any kind of needle. 

Face Off Hockey Show 05.14.25: More Playoff Action, All Quarter Century Teams, and an Un-recycled Head Coach??

This week, the boys talk about the franticness in the playoffs for the second round, the World Championships that are great for one North American nation, and new front office moves. Lyle Richardson of Spector's Hockey talks about the playoffs, reviews the NHL All Quarter Century Team, and Low Puckdoku scores!! 

Face Off Hockey Show 05.07.25: Trading All-Star Game for Top Pick, Mammoth in Utah, and 1st Round Fun

This week, the boys talk about the New York Islanders losing their All-Star Game, but gaining the top overall pick in the Draft, the Utahs get their name, and free rum. Lyle Richardson of Spector's Hockey joins us to talk about the fantastic first round of the playoffs, makes his second round picks, and how Kirill Kaprizov will be the NHL's highest paid player soon. 

Face Off Hockey Show 04.30.25: Firings, Expansion, and Suspensions as the NHL Playoffs Roll

This week, the boys talk about the eventful week of coaches being fired or resigning, more expansion in the PWHL, and suspensions as the NHL Playoffs heat up. Lyle Richardson of Spector's Hockey joins to talk playoffs and what Quinn Hughes could do now thanks to this year's Vancouver discourse. 

Face Off Hockey Show 04.23.25: Firings, Expansions, and Playoffs

This week, the boys lament on all the head coach firings, the Islanders disassembling their radio broadcasts, and the PWHL expanding to the PacNorthwest. Lyle Richardson of Spector's Hockey talks about the playoff series, Martin St. Louis in Montreal, and More!! 

Face Off Hockey Show 04.16.25: Playoffs, Retirements, and a New Audio Era

This week, the boys talk about their new audio era with a new interface, plenty of retirements coming your way, and the Pick 'Em results. Lyle Richardson of Spector's Hockey joins to talk about the NHLPA Player's Poll and to look ahead with his predictions for the playoffs. 

Face Off Hockey Show 04.09.25: Ovechkin Actually Did It

This week, the boys look back at the career of Alex Ovechkin leading to his record breaking goal mark. Also, Lyle Richardson will join to talk about the record, talk about media companies ruin the moment days later, and the hype of Ivan Demidov to Montreal. 

Face Off Hockey Show 03.25.25: NCAA Tourney Thoughts, Steve Yzerman's Hot Seat, and Jacob Chychrun's New Deal

This week, the boys talk with Sean Leahy of Yahoo Sports about Jacob Chychrun's new deal, the NCAA Men's Tournament, and the thrilling NCAA Women's Final. Lyle Richardson of Spector's Hockey talks about the Chychrun deal and how it relates to other defensemen and Steve Yzerman being on the hot seat now. 

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.