Face Off Hockey Show

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 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 01.14.25: 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 11.27.24: St. Louis Coaching Change, Pittsburgh's Hot Seat, and Minnesota Under the Radar

This week, the boys talk about the changes in the St. Louis coaching staff, why the Caps don't retire numbers, and some milestones. Lyle Richardson of Spector's Hockey joins to talk about the Penguins coaching situation, the Rangers trade conundrums, and the Wild going under the radar in the league. 

Face Off Hockey Show 11.20.24: Bruins Need a Coach, Ovi Get Hurt, and the Big Salary Cap Boost...Maybe

This week, the boys talk about the firing of Jim Montgomery in Boston, Alex Ovechkin's hot streak coming to an end due to injury, and the 3x3 Women's Tournament in South America. Lyle Richardson of Spector's Hockey joins to talk about the Penguins possible fire sale, John Gibson's destinations, and the potential giant cap hike for next year. 

Face Off Hockey Show 11.12.24: CHL Gets Into NCAA, Hall of Fame Stuff, and The Tiger is Back

This week, Jon and Scott talk about the CHL players being allowed to play in the NCAA now, as well as Lars Eller getting back to the Caps. Lyle Richardson joins us to talk about the Hall of Fame class, the next class, and future classes to come. 

Face Off Hockey Show 11.06.24: Surprising Starts, Nashville Figuring It Out, and EA Sports Put Coaches In

This week, the boys talk about the surprising starts of some teams through the first month. EA Sports put the coaches in the game and they look bad. Lyle Richardson of Spector's Hockey joins to talk about Jeremy Swayman's rough start and how the Nashville Predators aren't lighting things up. 

Face Off Hockey Show 10.15.24: Fighting in Practice, Slow Starts, and How Good is Utah HC??

This week, the boys talk about the slow start for some teams, while glowing over the Utah HC quick start. Lyle Richardson of Spector's Hockey joins to talk about some Timothy Liljegren rumors, the Avalanche goaltending, and the Edmonton panic.

Face Off Hockey Show 10.09.24: Season Opening, Contract Disputes, and NHL's New Series

This week, the boys talk about the opening of the new NHL season while also talking about Amazon's new hockey show. Lyle Richardson of Spector's Hockey joins to talk about Igor Shesterkin's contract talks, Jeremy Swayman's new deal, and more!! 

Face Off Hockey Show 10.02.24: Injuries, New Olympic Hockey, and Tier Lists!!

This week, the boys are joined by Lyle Richardson of Spector's Hockey and Sean Leahy of Yahoo to talk about the tier lists of breakout stars, the contract of Jeremy Swayman, the Olympics going to 3-on-3 hockey?! And More!!

Face Off Hockey Show 09.25.24: Preseason, Captaincy, and TV Shows, Oh My

This week, Scotty flies solo for the first part talking about the new reality TV shows from the NHL and ECHL, new captains, and retirees to be. Lyle Richardson of Spector's Hockey saves the show talking about Jeremy Swayman's new deal and when it could be done, as well as Igor Shesterkin's asking price for his new contract. 

Face Off Hockey Show 09.17.24: New Places, CHL in NCAA, and Extensions Akimbo

This week, the boys talk about how one CHL player is taking it upon himself to play in the NCAA before a court ruling, plenty of signings ahead of training camps, and Lyle Richardson of Spector's Hockey is on to talk about collectibles and what it'll take for the Rangers to keep their stud goalie. 

Face Off Hockey Show 09.11.24: PWHL Gets Names, PTOs Are Handed Out, and More!!

This week, the boys talk about the names of the PWHL teams and how they fared. Also, the PTOs are being handed out like candy on Halloween and there's plenty of retirements to be had!!

Face Off Hockey Show 09.04.24: Remembering the Gaudreaus, Long-Term Extensions, PWHL Future and Olympic Qualifiers

This week, the boys take a look at the tragic loss of Johnny and Matthew Gaudreau this past week. Also, talks about the Olympic qualifiers, the PWHL getting bigger and bigger, and Lyle Richardson of Spector's Hockey joins to talk about the long-term extensions signed in Carolina and Edmonton. 

Face Off Hockey Show 08.28.24: Summer Trades, NHL25, and Olympic Qualifiers

This week, the boys talk about the Olympics Qualifiers that are going on this weekend, as well as the new NHL25 skills and stuff. Lyle Richardson of Spector's Hockey joins to talk about the trades the Predators and Jets made and how it improves the Sharks and Penguins, as well.