Face Off Hockey Show

Face Off Hockey Show 01.10.24: Cutting Gauthier Loose, Losing Bedard For Six Weeks, and Willy Getting Paid

This week, the boys talk about Connor Bedard being out at least six weeks to injury, while Lyle Richardson of Spector's Hockey talks about the Cutter Gauthier situation that landed him out of Philly and into Anaheim, as well as William Nylander getting big bank in his new contract. 

Face Off Hockey Show 01.03.24: Winter Classic, New Leagues, and Getting Jazzy With It

This week, the boys talk about the success of the Seattle Winter Classic, the opening weekend of the PWHL, and the downfall of Canadian hockey. Lyle Richardson of Spector's Hockey comes on to talk about his trade big board and the fall of Ilya Samsonov. 

Face Off Hockey Show 12.27.23: Breaking Down the Mock NHL Four Nations Line-ups

This week, the boys and Lyle Richardson of Spector's Hockey talk about the mock line-ups that TheScore put out for the NHL Four Nations Cup next February. Also, Nikolai Khabibulin signs in Russia, youth hockey bans handshakes, and more. 

Face Off Hockey Show 12.20.23: False Retirements, Real Firings, and ESPN’s Trade ”Tiers”

This week, the boys talk about the story of Nolan Patrick's on again, off again retirement, the firing of DJ Smith, and the North Carolina Tar Heels new ice rink. Also, Lyle Richardson of Spector's Hockey joins to talk about the ESPN Trade Tier List and how it was mislabeled. 

Face Off Hockey Show 12.13.23: Virginia Bound Caps, Skills Comp Changes, and Per Capita Guessing Game

This week, the boys will talk about the Washington Capitals moving further south in their travels, as they have a plan to move to Northern Virginia in 2028. Also, Connor McDavid is the puppet-master of Skills Competition with some new events and money involved. Also, Lyle Richardson of Spector's Hockey joins to talk about surprising teams and talk about which areas have the most NHL players in North America. 

Face Off Hockey Show 12.06.23: New Thirds, Some Trade Action, and the Coyotes Are Good Again??

This week, the boys talk about some new Third Jerseys in the works, Gary Bettman worried about the construction of the Olympic Arena for hockey two-and-a-half years out, while Lyle Richardson of Spector's Hockey joins to talk some trades, the Coyotes being good, and what the Caps can do with Kuznetsov. 

Face Off Hockey Show 11.29.23: Kane in Detroit, Extended All-Star Weekend, and That Whole Corey Perry Thing

This week, the boys talk about the extended All-Star Weekend and the return of the fantasy draft, the Chicago Blackhawks had a things with Corey Perry, and the PWHL is starting in the new year. Lyle Richardson of Spector's Hockey joins to talk about Patrick Kane heading to Detroit, Philly open for business, and more!! 

Face Off Hockey Show 11.08.23: San Jose’s Dismay, Trades from Minny, and the Fall of Edmonton

This week, the boys talk about how the Sharks are just doing so great....so, so great. The same goes for the Oilers and their goaltending issues. Also, Lyle Richardson of Spector's Hockey joins to talk about the moves the Wild made, the coaches in the hot seat and more!! 

Face Off Hockey Show 11.01.23: Ottawa Issues, Safety Reactions, and Rookie Work Management

This week, the boys talk about the issues plaguing the Ottawa Senators this week, the safety reactions due to the tragic incident in the UK, and Lyle Richardson from Spector's Hockey comes on to talk about Nicklas Backstrom, Patrick Kane, and the workload for young players

Face Off Hockey Show 10.11.23: Opening Week, Extensions, Injuries, Oh My

This week, the boys will talk about the decisions the NHL is making and why hockey was never for everyone. A look at some extensions made with Lyle Richardson of Spector's Hockey, some injuries, and more of opening week. 

Face Off Hockey Show 09.20.23: Babcock Behaving Badly...Again, Captains and Not, and More!!

This week, the boys talk about Mike Babcock's odd situation and when management should be held at fault. Also, what teams are having new captains, the PWHL Draft, and Board Ads. Lyle Richardson joins us to talk about a minor trade and what rules NHLers want back. 

Face Off Hockey Show 09.06.23: Kessel Goes Where, Sean Leahy on Here, and Foodie Things

This week, the boys welcome Sean Leahy from the Unaffiliated on to talk about how much of vigilante Phil Kessel will be in order to win another Cup, they will talk food things with a different range of palates, and get into some other fun stuff. 

Face Off Hockey Show 08.16.23: Looking at 2024’s World Championship, Who Says No, and More!!

This week, the boys look at the randomness that is the 2024 IIHF World Championship schedule and look at Great Britain's hockey history. Also, a look at retirements and NHL24's stuff. Lyle Richardson of Spector's Hockey will join to see Who Says No and play some games along with everyone else. 

Face Off Hockey Show 08.09.23: Karlsson’s a Pen, Coyotes Look New Arena, and Jonny’s Back

This week, the boys talk about the wacky adventures of JonnyP in Europe. Also, what the college realignment means in general, the Coyotes have found a spot for a possible new home-- with private money!! And Lyle Richardson of Spector's Hockey talks about the Erik Karlsson trade and the Tom Wilson new deal. 

Face Off Hockey Show 08.02.23: Finding BookTok, Seattle Classic, and JeNHLHistorygirl

This week, the boys are back to talk about the Kraken's parasocial incident on TikTok, their Winter Classic logo being leaked, while Lyle Richardson of Spector's Hockey joins to talk about arbitration, the Coyotes being due, and more!!