Face Off Hockey Show

Defending The Den 09.19.24: Banner Raising Home Opener for the Black Bears

This week, Scotty Wazz talks about the home opening weekend for the Maryland Black Bears, as they raised another two banners to the rafters. While there were mixed results against Maine, the Black Bears look ahead to Danbury this weekend. 

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. 

Face Off Hockey Show 08.21.24: Offer Sheet Success, Trades A-Plenty, and Injury Terminations

This week, the boys talk about the Ryan Johansen situation in Philly, the 50th Year Giveaways for the Capitals, and Winter Classic jersey leaks. Lyle Richardson of Spector's Hockey joins to talk about the Patrik Laine trade to Montreal, the Oilers freeing up space in order to not sign the offer sheets they had put against them, and what to do with Yaroslav Askarov.

Face Off Hockey Show 08.14.24: Offer Sheets, New Captains, and High Hopes

This week, the boys talk about the new Toronto Maple Leafs captain and why it doesn't mean all that much in the long-run. Also, the Tampa Bay Lightning are for sale. Lyle Richardson of Spector's Hockey joins to talk about the St. Louis Blues getting not one, but two offer sheets accepted and the hopes for the Jets and Habs.

Face Off Hockey Show 08.07.24: Our 23rd Anniversary, Memories with Sean Leahy, and We Sponsor a Wrestler

This week, the boys reminisce about their 23 years in broadcasting and are joined by Sean Leahy of Yahoo Sports to talk about their draft trips and all the memories behind it. Also, the show has sponsored a wrestler!! Who is it?? You'll have to tune in to find out. 

Face Off Hockey Show 07.31.24: ESPN's Top-25, The Ocho, and Phoenix Rising Again?!?!

This week, the boys talk about the possibility of the Phoenix market getting the NHL again after the Suns' owner's comments, also-- they talk about different Summer Olympics events. Lyle Richardson of Spector's Hockey joins to talk about the ESPN Top-25 NHL Players of the 21st Century and some long-term deals being made. 

Face Off Hockey Show 07.24.24: Edmonton Went With Bowman (Of Course They Did) and Major League Hockey's Lofty Goals

This week, the boys talk about the inevitable naming of Stan Bowman as Edmonton GM and the reaction of that, as well as Columbus getting Evason and Calgary getting a new arena. Also, Lyle Richardson of Spector's Hockey joins to talk about the goals of the upstart Major League Hockey and how tax-free living isn't the reason teams are getting better in the Sunbelt. 

Face Off Hockey Show 07.17.24: Hall of Fame Debates and Kuzy Flying Away

This week, the boys talk about Evgeny Kuznetsov leaving the NHL to go back to Russia, an injury to the St. Louis blue line, and another Vegas team. Lyle Richardson of Spector's Hockey joins to go over Hall of Fame snubs and why they aren't in already. 

Face Off Hockey Show 07.10.24: Unexpected Moves, Streaming Teams, and the Slow Free Agency Pool

This week, the boys are joined by Sean Leahy of Yahoo Sports to talk about the unexpected change in GM for the Capitals, teams moving away from Bally Sports and into streaming, and the New Era hat deal. Also, Lyle Richardson of Spector's Hockey joins to talk about the slow decline of free agents, a look at the 2025 Free Agent class, and more!! 

Face Off Hockey Show 07.03.24: Drafts, Trades, and Free Agents Oh My

This week, Scotty and Marc talk about the moves the Caps made during the draft, while discussing the new possible 84-game schedule going on. Lyle Richardson of Spector's Hockey will join to talk about the Caps moves, as well as other draft picks, the break-up of Steven Stamkos and the Lightning and how the Predators are going for it. 

Face Off Hockey Show 06.26.24: Panthers Don't Choke, Coyotes Finally End It, and Trades A-Plenty

This week, the boys have a super-sized episode talking about the Panthers Stanley Cup win, the Coyotes finally coming to an end, and a victory lap on trading Darcy Kuemper, but then sad to gain P-L Dubois. Lyle Richardson of Spector's Hockey joins to talk that trade and other trades ahead of the Draft. 

Face Off Hockey Show 06.18.24: Cup End or Beginning, Hirings and Firings, and Buyout Windows

This week the boys are joined by Sean Leahy of Yahoo Sports to talk about the Stanley Cup Final and if the Oilers have a chance being down 3-1. Also, a discussion of the new threads for the Ducks and Utah HC. Lyle Richardson will join to talk about the front office moves and possible buyout candidates around the league.