Face Off Hockey Show

Face Off Hockey Show 09.03.25: Marner's Exit, Playoff Salary Caps, and Waiting for Signings

This week, the boys talk about the Mitch Marner exit and the chaos around it, the playoff salary cap, and Lyle Richardson joins to talk about moving Carey Price's contract and finding a way to get the Hughes brothers to play together. 

Face Off Hockey Show 08.13.25: Legal Issues, Cross-Sport Ownership, and European Vacations

This week, the boys talk about all the legal happenings with the Flyers and Ryan Johansen, as well as the Utah Mammoth and a hockey bag company. All that, plus Tom Dundon is buying other sports franchises and Jonny is back from Europe. 

Face Off Hockey Show 07.30.25: Backstrom Back to Sweden, Hockey Canada Verdict, and Connor's Contract

This week, Marc and Scott talk about Nicklas Backstrom returning to Sweden to end his career, the verdict of the Hockey Canada trial, and what's going to happen with Connor McDavid's next contract. 

Face Off Hockey Show 07.23.25: Retirements, Another B1G Commitment, and the Pittsburgh Rebuild

This week, Jon and Scott talk about the retirements that the NHL has seen, Porter Martone makes a B1G commitment to face Gavin McKenna, and a Utah team is moving. Lyle Richardson of Spector's Hockey will discuss the Dakota Joshua move to Toronto, Pittsburgh's rebuild, and did 3ICE get money support from the NHL?? 

Face Off Hockey Show 07.16.25: De-Centralized Draft Continues and Our Personal NHL Draft Tier List

This week, it's the Jon and Scott show were they look back on all their NHL Draft trips and rank them from top to bottom after the news of the NHL teams still wanting a de-centralized draft for 2026. They'll also touch on the Penguins latest moves and rip open some cards. 

Face Off Hockey Show 07.09.25: Gavin McKenna's Decision, Card Collections, and an Epic Pyramid

This week, the boys talk about Gavin McKenna picking Penn State as his next spot and what this means for future junior players' options. Lyle Richardson of Spector's Hockey talks about the McKenna move, the Isaac Howard trade, card collecting (again), and we build an epic Puckdoku Pyramid. 

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 06.04.25: 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 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 04.02.25: Phired in Philly, Blues are Hot, and College Debuts

This week, the boys talk about the firing of John Tortorella, the St. Louis Blues on a hot streak, and new college kids in the NHL. Lyle Richardson of Spector's Hockey talks about the new NHL deal with Rogers Sportsnet, Matvei Michkov thriving, and the 200-Point Swing!! 

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!!