Face Off Hockey Show

Face Off Hockey Show 10.12.22: Opening Week, NHL Europe, and Lyle’s Back!!

This week, the boys talk about what could happen if the NHL puts a division in Europe for ess and gigs. We'll talk about the dismantling of Hockey Canada, the undressing of Steve Simmons, comings, goings, Men's Health, and Lyle Richardson of Spector's Hockey is back as we look and put bets on some stuff ahead of the NHL Season going full-steam ahead. 

Face Off Hockey Show 09.21.22: Retiring Early, Fans on the Field, and No Captain in Winnipeg

This week, the boys talk about players who are retiring at an earlier age and what they can get into after, the new thing that the Stadium Series in Raleigh is going to try out, and what happened to the leadership in Winnipeg. Lyle Richardson of Spector's Hockey joins to talk about the new deal for Nathan MacKinnon, the possible deal for Auston Matthews and Jason Robertson, and more!! 

Face Off Hockey Show 08.24.22: Controlling the Narrative, Reverse Retros Leaked, and Card Breaks

This week, the boys talk about Ted Leonsis buying the Capitals' TV affiliate, Fanatics leaking the Reverse Retros looks, and the new EA cover models for this year's roster update. There's a Mullett Arena, Scotty does a card breaks, and Lyle Richardson of Spector's Hockey will join to talk about the Flames signing Nazam Kadri, trading Sean Monahan, and the Choose-Your-Own-Draft Pick adventure. 

Face Off Hockey Show 08.17.22: 3ICE Title Weekend and Retired Numbers Debates

This week, the boys continue through the cruelest month, but talk about the 3ICE Championship weekend from Las Vegas this coming weekend. Also, they're talking about who owns retired numbers, who should have retired numbers, and the absurd retired numbers. All that and probably less. 

Face Off Hockey Show 07.13.22: NHL Free Agent (and Trade) Frenzy!!!

This week, the Free Agent Frenzy has begun, with Johnny Gaudreau's loose definition of going home. We'll talk about the Ottawa Senators getting better very sneakily and after the death of their owner. Lyle Richardson of Spector's Hockey will recap all the madness, all the trades, all the things. 

Face Off Hockey Show 06.15.22: Cup Finals Picks, Coaching Carousel, and New Logos

This week, the boys talk about the Cup Finals, but also what it means for a healthy player scratched in lieu of a dude with a broken pelvic. We'll look at the new event logos for the NHL, the old coaches in new places, while Lyle Richardson of Spector's Hockey talks about Kaapo Kakko, John Gibson, and more rumors in the off-season. 

Face Off Hockey Show 05.25.22: McDavid’s Mastery, Dynasty of Tampa, and Gretzky’s Expensive Jersey

This week, the boys talk about the possible dynasty of the Tampa Bay Lightning and why it feels different than most other ones. Connor McDavid is good, but it helps playing around skilled players. Wayne Gretzky's jersey is auctioning at a million bucks, but if it doesn't come with a photo-- it's a waste of money. All that plus Lyle Richardson of Spector's Hockey joins us to talk the goaltending market for the summer. 

Face Off Hockey Show 05.18.22: Coyotes Cuffed, Second Round, and What Teams Will Rebuild

This week, the boys talk about the leaked agreement between Arizona State and the Coyotes and then Lyle Richardson talks about how some of it is falsified. He'll also chat with us about which eliminated teams will have big rebuilds and others small. All that, plus coaching carousels and more. 

Face Off Hockey Show 05.04.22: Lyle vs. Inanimate Objects, Coaching Changes, 3ICE, and more

This week, the boys are joined by Jen the NHL History Girl to talk some playoffs, some coaching changes, some summer leagues, and Lyle Richardson of Spector's Hockey comes on to pick against apps and tell us Mark Scheifele's next destination. 

Face Off Hockey Show 03.02.22: Hockey Sanctioning Russia, Trade Lists, and 3ICE??

This week, the boys talk about the whole situation with hockey and the Russia, because you know us as your sports and politics podcast. We'll talk about what it means for the future, when it gets to be silly, and more. We'll also try to figure out what 3ICE is. Lyle Richardson of Spector's Hockey joins us to talk about the trade board people have for the deadline. 

Face Off Hockey Show 12.15.21: Jersey Throwing, Terrible Ovechkin Takes, and Panic For Canadian Fanbases

This week, the boys talk about the idea of D3 college players leaving early to pursue pro careers, chucking jerseys on the ice in frustrations, pauses due to COVID, and Lyle Richardson of Spector's Hockey joins us to talk about terrible takes on Alex Ovechkin chasing the goal record and what could happen if the Leafs and Oilers don't make it past the first round....again. 

Face Off Hockey Show 11.17.21: Penguins Swallowed By Green Monster, 3-on-3 Olympic Hockey, and Connor McDavid Needs to Change His Game

This week, the Boys will talk about the deal that will have Fenway buying the Penguins and what it could mean moving forward....spoiler-- not much. The Olympics are coming soon and there could be a host country without a hockey team and the possibility of 3-on-3 hockey by 2030?? All that, plus Lyle Richardson of Spector's Hockey agrees with John Tortorella that Connor McDavid needs to change his game. We're as shocked as you are. 

Face Off Hockey Show 10.27.21: WTF Chicago, New ECHL Teams, and Mark Messier Memoir??

This week, the boys and Lyle Richardson of Spector's Hockey talk about the result of the Chicago Blackhawks findings on Kyle Beach being assaulted and what in the hell happens now with the fallout. They'll also talk about Jack Eichel to Vegas rumors, new, fancy ECHL teams, and more. 

Face Off Hockey Show 10.20.21: Injuries, Suspensions, and We‘re Only in the First Week

This week, the boys talk about the first week of the NHL season and all the suspensions (as well as the Max Allowable), injuries, and local blackouts to be had. We'll talk to Lyle Richardson of Spector's Hockey to talk about Jack Eichel's contract getting the way of a good deal, Connor McDavid wanting to leave if there's no winning in Edmonton, and the chase for an 150-point season. 

Face Off Hockey Show 10.13.21: Opening Week Hockey, ESPN and TNT Critiquing, and Extensions Everywhere

This week, the boys are set on the opening few games of the NHL season, while talking about the game presentation of both ESPN and TNT. They'll talk about all the captains from the Rangers, the first threes of Olympic nations, while Lyle Richardson of Spector's Hockey joins us to talk about all the contract extensions and trade possibilities.