Face Off Hockey Show

Defending The Den 01.16.25 (S3E17): Sweeping New Hampshire Before Heading to New Jersey

This week, Scotty Wazz recounts the Maryland Black Bears sweep of New Hampshire, while looking ahead to the road trip up to New Jersey proper. 

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. 

Chesapeake Hockey Week 01.14.25 (S7E10): Stevenson Men's Sweep, Stevenson Women and Hood Women Get Back at It

This week, Scotty Wazz talks about the return of the second semester for the Stevenson University Men's and Women's team after their European adventures, as well as Hood College getting things going again. 

Defending The Den 01.09.25 (S3E16): Three Points in Rochester, Home Against New Hampshire

This week, Scotty Wazz talks about the Maryland Black Bears getting three points out of a 1-2 matchup against Rochester. Also, some new acquisitions come into the fold and alumni getting into the scorebook. Plus, interviews with Clinton Mylymok, Benji Motew, Tyler Stern, Aiden Lawson, and Matthew Croxall

Face Off Hockey Show 01.08.25: Florida Winter Classic, USA WJC Win, and Arizona is Coming Back to the NHL...Maybe

This week, the boys talk about the next Winter Classic and Stadium Series for 2026 in Florida, the USA team goes back-to-back in the WJC, while Arizona is coming back into the fold for the NHL according to the new county chairman. Lyle Richardson of Spector's Hockey joins to talk about the Canucks trades, Brock Nelson in the news, and could Jonathan Toews return??

Face Off Hockey Show 01.01.25: Terrible Winter Classic, Coaching Changes, and Quarter-Century Teams

This week, the boys talk about the spectacle that was the Winter Classic and where to go from here. Lyle Richardson of Spector's Hockey joins to pile on, while also talking about the NHL Quarter-Century Teams that are being rolled out daily, what coach is on the chopping block next, and John Gibson's destination. 

Defending The Den 12.27.24 (S3E15): Taking Three Points from Philly Heading into Break

This week, Scotty Wazz talks about the last series in 2024 for the Maryland Black Bears, as they took three points from Philadelphia, while he looks ahead to the Black Bears first opponent after a slight break in Rochester. Also, some alumni news and another Black Bears commit.

Face Off Hockey Show 12.23.24: A Festivus Mess for New York State Hockey Teams and Sean Leahy!!

This week, the boys are joined by Sean Leahy of Yahoo to talk about the mess that's happening in the Rangers locker room, new digital board ads in real arenas, while Lyle Richardson joins to pile on the Rangers, while also helping jab at the Sabres and Islanders as well. 

Defending The Den 12.19.24 (S3E14): Split Against Jersey, Ending 2024 in Philly

This week, Scotty Wazz talks about the split against New Jersey and a look ahead to the final series of the 2024 calendar year. Also, interview from head coach Clinton Mylymok, Kareem El-Bashir, Josh Frenette, and Dylan Gordon. 

Face Off Hockey Show 12.18.24: Trades Akimbo

This week, the boys talk about the wild times in the NCAA where former AHL guys are getting a turn, injuries galore, NAHL expansion out west, and Lyle Richardson of Spector's Hockey talks about all the trades happening ahead of the holidays. 

Defending The Den 12.12.24 (S3E13): Sweeping Northeast, Preparing for New Jersey

This week, Scotty Wazz talks about the impressive sweep the Maryland Black Bears had against Northeast with seven regulars out of the line-up. Also, a prep on New Jersey and a glimpse at what happened at the live Coaches Show. 

Face Off Hockey Show 12.10.24: Trades in New York, Firings in Chicago, and the Caps 50th Anniversary Team

This week, the boys talk about firings in Chicago with retirings for Kevin Shattenkirk, and hip injuries galore. Lyle Richardson of Spector's Hockey talks about the trade of Jacob Trouba to Anaheim, the Avalanche getting another goalie, and the Capitals success, while trying to figure out Anniversary team math. 

Chesapeake Hockey Week 12.10.24 (S7E9): Hood Women's First Shutout Win; Stevenson NCAA Men, Maryland ACHA Men Split

This week, Scotty Wazz talks about the end of semester games that yielded a big win for Hood College's women squad, while the Stevenson NCAA men and the Maryland ACHA men split their weekends. Also, more scores and insight from around the state with the in-state colleges and players. 

Defending The Den 12.05.24 (S3E12): Splitting Against Johnstown, Looking at Northeast

This week, Scotty Wazz breaks down the Maryland Black Bears split against Johnstown, as the team prepares to take on Northeast for the first time this year. Three players got the call-up to the USHL and the captain makes his college commitment, plus a big week for Alumni!! 

Face Off Hockey Show 12.04.24: Four Nations Madness, Rangers Trade Tiers, Jiricek Goes Wild

This week, the boys breakdown the Four Nations Cup rosters as they are revved up for the event. Also, Jonny reviews seeing Macklin Celebrini in person. Lyle Richardson joins us to talk about David Jiricek's move to Minnesota and the possibility for the New York Rangers to make a trade.