Face Off Hockey Show

Face Off Hockey Show 08.05.25: Summer Retirements, The Contracts of the Connors, and Predicting the Olympic Rosters

This week, Scotty and Lyle talk about the retirements of players, the college game, the contracts of the Connors McDavid and Bedard, while also looking at who could be on the Olympics for some nations. 

Face Off Hockey Show 07.30.25: Backstrom Back to Sweden, Hockey Canada Verdict, and Connor's Contract

This week, Marc and Scott talk about Nicklas Backstrom returning to Sweden to end his career, the verdict of the Hockey Canada trial, and what's going to happen with Connor McDavid's next contract. 

Face Off Hockey Show 07.23.25: Retirements, Another B1G Commitment, and the Pittsburgh Rebuild

This week, Jon and Scott talk about the retirements that the NHL has seen, Porter Martone makes a B1G commitment to face Gavin McKenna, and a Utah team is moving. Lyle Richardson of Spector's Hockey will discuss the Dakota Joshua move to Toronto, Pittsburgh's rebuild, and did 3ICE get money support from the NHL?? 

Face Off Hockey Show 07.16.25: De-Centralized Draft Continues and Our Personal NHL Draft Tier List

This week, it's the Jon and Scott show were they look back on all their NHL Draft trips and rank them from top to bottom after the news of the NHL teams still wanting a de-centralized draft for 2026. They'll also touch on the Penguins latest moves and rip open some cards. 

Face Off Hockey Show 07.09.25: Gavin McKenna's Decision, Card Collections, and an Epic Pyramid

This week, the boys talk about Gavin McKenna picking Penn State as his next spot and what this means for future junior players' options. Lyle Richardson of Spector's Hockey talks about the McKenna move, the Isaac Howard trade, card collecting (again), and we build an epic Puckdoku Pyramid. 

Face Off Hockey Show 07.02.25: The Never-Ending Draft, Sign-and-Trade Bonanza, and Extending the CBA

This week, the boys talk about the NHL and NHLPA extending the CBA until 2030, the NHL Draft that took forever, and the exploitation of a draft pick's backstory. Lyle Richardson of Spector's Hockey will join us to talk about all the trades and signings as the off-season begins in full.

Face Off Hockey Show 06.25.25: Hall of Fame Picks, Early Draft Trades, and Sean Leahy!!

This week, Jon and Scott are joined by Yahoo Sports' Sean Leahy to talk about the Hall of Fame picks, figure out unique ways Winnipeg can give the performance bonuses to Jonathan Toews, and more!! Also, Lyle Richardson of Spector's Hockey talks about Trevor Zegras moving east, what the heck the Stars are doing, and where Mitch Marner could land. 

Face Off Hockey Show 06.18.25: Panthers on Top Again, Dynasty Talk, and Wild McDavid Speculation

This week, the boys talk about the Florida Panthers back-to-back Stanley Cup wins and where it could lead them in the future. Lyle Richardson of Spector's Hockey talks about the unsung heroes of the Panthers, the dollars and sense of keeping the roster together, and wild speculation of Connor McDavid's future for fun!! 

Face Off Hockey Show 06.11.25: Long Pause of Cup Final, Rumors Abound, and Oshie Rides Into the Sunset

This week, the boys talk about the long break between the Cup Final games and all that, as well as the retirement of TJ Oshie. Lyle Richardson of Spector's Hockey joins to talk about all the rumors out of New York, Jason Robertson's future, and the possible CBA announcement. 

Face Off Hockey Show 06.04.25: Stanley Cup Starts, Ovi is Finished?? Plus, Free Agent Chatter

This week, the Jon and Scott show talks about the possibility of Alex Ovechkin retiring thanks to context clues, the technology of the NHL expanding, and more coaching changes. Lyle Richardson of Spector's Hockey discusses the Dallas Stars and Carolina Hurricanes' future while looking at the free agent marker coming up. 

Face Off Hockey Show 05.28.25: More Front Office Changes, Stanley Cup Finals All But Set, and Champions Galore

This week, the boys talk about the championships being handed out on the international stage and the PWHL, while taking a look at the front office and bench changes this week. Lyle Richardson of Spector's Hockey joins to talk about the value of Evan Bouchard, the lunacy of no-tax-state teams being good just because of that, and more. 

Face Off Hockey Show 05.21.25: Down to Four, the Leafs Future, and a Shanaplan to Long Island??

This week, the boys talk about the final four teams vying for the Stanley Cup, as well as talking with Lyle Richardson of Spector's Hockey about the future of the Toronto Maple Leafs and if Brendan Shanahan going to Long Island will move any kind of needle. 

Face Off Hockey Show 05.14.25: More Playoff Action, All Quarter Century Teams, and an Un-recycled Head Coach??

This week, the boys talk about the franticness in the playoffs for the second round, the World Championships that are great for one North American nation, and new front office moves. Lyle Richardson of Spector's Hockey talks about the playoffs, reviews the NHL All Quarter Century Team, and Low Puckdoku scores!! 

Face Off Hockey Show 05.07.25: Trading All-Star Game for Top Pick, Mammoth in Utah, and 1st Round Fun

This week, the boys talk about the New York Islanders losing their All-Star Game, but gaining the top overall pick in the Draft, the Utahs get their name, and free rum. Lyle Richardson of Spector's Hockey joins us to talk about the fantastic first round of the playoffs, makes his second round picks, and how Kirill Kaprizov will be the NHL's highest paid player soon. 

Defending The Den (S3E31): Maryland Black Bears Season Ends in Maine

This week, Scotty Wazz talks about the Black Bears season ending early in Maine, a look back on the year, and some alumni news.