In The Box the Hockey Podcast

It's finally time!! The NHL post season is finally set to begin. Thomas and Walt offer their predictions on each first round series, including Walt's bold proclamation for Toronto Maple Leafs. This episode was originally recorded on April 17th, 2023

Thomas and Walt are back this week talking wildcard spots and the unlikely races happening in both conferences. They guys also, take a look at the Honey Baker race in the NCAA and Connor Beadard is good.

This Week the Thomas and Walt look at the Western Conference playoff race and debate whether or not the Calgary Flames are done. Also, the guys take a look at the wild card race in the East and discuss which team has the best/realistic chance at knocking off the Boston Bruins.

Thomas and Walt are back and discussing the big trades that went this week and they mean for the contenders. The guys also talk about the Wings punting on the season and why haven't any Western Conference teams made a splash yet.

This week Thomas and Walt breakdown the implications of the New York Rangers trade for Tarasenko. The guys also take some guess at other potential trades for contenders before the deadline. Also, the Wings take care of business in against Calgary and Vancouver.

This week Thomas and Walt take a look at this edition of the All Star game and what are somethings the NHL could do to, to improve it. Also, the Detroit Red Wings have a huge stretch coming up and it could determine how the Wings season ends.

This week he guys talk about the huge Bo Horvat trade and what it means for both the New York Islanders and the Vancouver Canucks.

This week Thomas and Walt discuss the way the Vancouver Canucks have handle the situation with Bruce Boudreau and what they could've done better. Also, the boys talk about the hypocrisy that is John Tortarella, the Red Wings, and more!!

This week Thomas and Walt look at the Western Conference playoff race and what teams to could get in and fall out by seasons end. The guys also look at the Red Wings week and how consistently inconsistent they have been during the last 20 games.

Happy New Year! Thomas and Walt return from their holiday break and are back talking hockey. First up, the guys talk about the greatness that was Connor Beadards World Junior tournament and what his NHL career could look like. Also, the guys look at the continued dominance of the Boston Bruins, the rise of the Toronto Maple Leafs, and what's wrong with the Florida Panthers. Walt tries to talk Thomas off the cliff and gives him hope for the Detroit Red Wings going forward for the rest of the season and Walt's hatred of Buffalo. --- This episode is sponsored by · Anchor: The easiest way to make a podcast. https://anchor.fm/app

Thomas and Walt kick off the show discussing Alex Ovechkin's chase for the all time goals record and how many goals Ovi could end up with when his career is done. The guys also show some love to Mario Lemieux and talk about what his career could've been had been able to stay healthy. The guys look at the Red Wings and analyze their recent struggles and have the annual "Are the Wings tough enough" discussion. Walt gives his thoughts on Ryan Reeves and fighting after clean hits. Other subjects that get touched on are; the Kings goaltending struggles, the Panthers and Flames struggling, Connor McDavid dominance, what's wrong in Vancouver and Nashville, and more. --- This episode is sponsored by · Anchor: The easiest way to make a podcast. https://anchor.fm/app

This week Thomas and Walt talk about the Seattle Kraken and if their winning is sustainable. The New Jersey Devils still flying high, the Washington Capitals, Edmonton Oilers, Calgary Flames, the lasted round of suspensions, the Detroit Red Wings, and how dumb the Boston Bruins front office is. --- This episode is sponsored by · Anchor: The easiest way to make a podcast. https://anchor.fm/app

This week Thomas and Walt talk about the great start by the Detroit Red Wings and the horrible by the Vancouver Canucks. Also, the boys play a game of "buy or sell." early season edition. --- This episode is sponsored by · Anchor: The easiest way to make a podcast. https://anchor.fm/app

Thomas and Walt are back this week discussing the opening week of the 2022-2023 NHL season and a few way to early over reactions. Also, Walt gives some praise to the Seattle Kraken and Thomas wants to see a coin flip. --- This episode is sponsored by · Anchor: The easiest way to make a podcast. https://anchor.fm/app

This week the guys preview the Atlantic division and also do large breakdown of the Detroit Red Wings --- This episode is sponsored by · Anchor: The easiest way to make a podcast. https://anchor.fm/app

This week Thomas and Walt take a look at the Pacific and Metro division and give their predictions on how each division will shape up this season. --- This episode is sponsored by · Anchor: The easiest way to make a podcast. https://anchor.fm/app

Thomas and Walt are back for a brand NHL season!! they guys kick-off the 2022-2023 season with a preview of the Central Division, highlighting the defending Cup Champs, the Colorado Avalanche, other division contenders the St. Louis Blues, Minnesota Wild, Dallas Stars, Nashville Predators, the confusing Winnipeg Jets, and the bottom feeders Chicago Blackhawks and Arizona Coyotes. --- This episode is sponsored by · Anchor: The easiest way to make a podcast. https://anchor.fm/app

We have new Stanley Cup Champions and the NHL season is officially over. Thomas and Walt breakdown the Stanley Cup finals series between the Colorado Avalanche and Tampa Bay Lightning and how the Avs finally broke through and won the Cup. The guys also look at the future of both teams and off season decisions that loom over both teams. --- This episode is sponsored by · Anchor: The easiest way to make a podcast. https://anchor.fm/app Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/walter-barnes6/support

This week, Thomas and Walt discuss the NHL Awards. They breakdown each award winner and if the right player won. Also, the boys review the new latest coaching hires around the league. Finally, the buys dive into the first 4 games of the Stanley Cup finals. They breakdown each of the first four game, including the controversial finish to game 4 and whether or not the series will end in 5 games. --- This episode is sponsored by · Anchor: The easiest way to make a podcast. https://anchor.fm/app Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/walter-barnes6/support

The 2022 Stanley Cup Final is all set. Thomas and Walt talk about the advantages and disadvantages of the Colorado Avalanche and the Tampa Bay Lightning. The guys also look back on the season that was for the New York Rangers and why they have a bright future ahead. --- This episode is sponsored by · Anchor: The easiest way to make a podcast. https://anchor.fm/app Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/walter-barnes6/support

On this weeks episode, Thomas and Walt talk about the impressive way the Colorado Avalanche swept the Edmonton Oilers in the conference finals. Also, the guys take a look at the Eastern Conference finals and discuss if the Rangers are in trouble. --- This episode is sponsored by · Anchor: The easiest way to make a podcast. https://anchor.fm/app Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/walter-barnes6/support

Thomas and Walt recap each of the first round series. The guys breakdown what each losing team needs to do this offseason. The boys also discuss what do the Toronto Maple Leafs need to do get over the playoff hump and Walt has a wild suggestion for them. --- This episode is sponsored by · Anchor: The easiest way to make a podcast. https://anchor.fm/app Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/walter-barnes6/support

Thomas and Walt recap the first four games of each first round series, who's under the most pressure and what are the major surprises of the first round. --- This episode is sponsored by · Anchor: The easiest way to make a podcast. https://anchor.fm/app Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/walter-barnes6/support

This week, Thomas and Walt breakdown each of the first round series and offer up their predictions. --- This episode is sponsored by · Anchor: The easiest way to make a podcast. https://anchor.fm/app Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/walter-barnes6/support

This week Thomas and Walt discuss the season that was for the Detroit Red Wings and focus on the positives of the 2021-2022 season for the Wings. Also, the boys bid farewell to the Vegas Golden Knights and take a quick look at the two playoff matchups that are already set. --- This episode is sponsored by · Anchor: The easiest way to make a podcast. https://anchor.fm/app Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/walter-barnes6/support

Thomas and Walt are back, this week they look at the playoff race in the West for the last wild card spot. The guys also discuss the battle for home ice in the East. Also, the boys take a look at the historic season of Auston Matthews, University of Michigan players moving on to the NHL, and goalies, so much goalie talk. --- This episode is sponsored by · Anchor: The easiest way to make a podcast. https://anchor.fm/app Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/walter-barnes6/support

This week on the show Thomas and Walt look the Eastern Conference playoff seed race and breakdown what they like and don't like about each of the teams that are in. The guys also discuss the trade that wasn't for the Vegas Golden Knights and what the impact of that will have on the Knights season. The guys also take a look at the surging Calgary Flames and how they can win the Stanley Cup and breakdown the the rest of the Western conference teams in the playoff push. --- This episode is sponsored by · Anchor: The easiest way to make a podcast. https://anchor.fm/app Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/walter-barnes6/support

The guys look back at the trade deadline and what impact the moves made will have on playoff races. --- This episode is sponsored by · Anchor: The easiest way to make a podcast. https://anchor.fm/app Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/walter-barnes6/support

Walt and Thomas open the show this week by talking about the continued goaltending issues for the TORONTO MAPLE LEAFS and the tough lose they suffered in the Heritage Classic at hands of Buffalo Sabres. Also, how the Auston Matthews suspension will impact the Leafs in their next two games. Later in the show, Walt shows some love for Sabres and looks at how the Ryan O'Reilly trade may finally be paying off. Plus, the week that was for the Detroit Red Wings and other randomness. --- This episode is sponsored by · Anchor: The easiest way to make a podcast. https://anchor.fm/app Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/walter-barnes6/support

Thomas and Walt open up the show talking about the Toronto Maple Leafs goaltending woes and what solutions are there to resolve it. The guys also give praise to the great weekend by Dallas Stars forward Jason Robertson and how well the the Stars did in 2017 draft. They also talk about the surging Dallas Stars and what their chances are of making a deep playoff run. The guys also discuss the week that was for the Detroit Red Wings, debate on if the Calgary Flames can be a legit cup contender this season and much more. --- This episode is sponsored by · Anchor: The easiest way to make a podcast. https://anchor.fm/app Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/walter-barnes6/support

Thomas and Walt kick off the show talking about the wild 10-7 game between the Toronto Maple Leafs and Detroit Red Wings, and how much should we read into what happened for Toronto. Also, the guys discuss what the COLORADO AVALANCHE need to do in order to win the Cup and how much of a threat is Calgary in the west. They talk about the suddenly hot Montreal Canadians, the slumping Washington Capitals, and why Walt is rooting against the Philadelphia Flyers (it's nothing personal). --- This episode is sponsored by · Anchor: The easiest way to make a podcast. https://anchor.fm/app Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/walter-barnes6/support

The guys take a look back at the fun that was NHL All Star weekend. Thomas and Walt talk about how amazing Trevor Zegras is, the 3v3 format, and if All Star games are still fun for all fans. Also, the guys take a look at the Arizona Coyotes arena situation, the Chicago Blackhawks GM search and much more from the world of hockey. --- This episode is sponsored by · Anchor: The easiest way to make a podcast. https://anchor.fm/app Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/walter-barnes6/support

As the game of hockey continues to evolve and grow, most of the influential people that cover sport refuse to do the same. This week the guys discuss the evolution of skill in the game of hockey and how it's changing the game for the better. Also, Evander Kane is finally signed and playing in The NHL, the Red Wings continue to play .500 hockey, the Leafs can score, but so can everybody else that plays them, the Florida Panthers are crazy good, and the Flyers finally won a game. Plus, Walt takes numerous shots at different teams and Thomas loves still loves Anthony Mantha. --- This episode is sponsored by · Anchor: The easiest way to make a podcast. https://anchor.fm/app Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/walter-barnes6/support

This week, Thomas and Walt kick off the show discussing the controversies around the world of hockey in the last week. Also, the guys talk about the Philadelphia Flyers futility and historic losing streaks this season, the needs of the Toronto Maples Leafs, the rebounding Oilers, and much more. --- This episode is sponsored by · Anchor: The easiest way to make a podcast. https://anchor.fm/app Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/walter-barnes6/support

The Edmonton Oilers are in turmoil, is Evander Kane the answer? Thomas and Walt discuss possible solutions for the Oilers, the guys also talk about the Montreal Canadiens and why this season could be good for them in the long run. Also, what do the Boston Bruins need to make a significant playoff run this year, how wide open the West is, and they review the week that was for the Detroit Red Wings. --- This episode is sponsored by · Anchor: The easiest way to make a podcast. https://anchor.fm/app Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/walter-barnes6/support

After a taking sometime off for the holidays, Thomas and Walt are back talking pucks. The guys kick off talking about Walt disappointment in the cancellation of his favorite tournament. Also, is the Eastern Conference playoff race already over? The guys take a look at the East and whether the 8 teams are already set. The boys dive into the problems in Edmonton, do the Leafs have what it takes to win, what the hell happened to the Red Wings in LA, and much more. --- This episode is sponsored by · Anchor: The easiest way to make a podcast. https://anchor.fm/app Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/walter-barnes6/support

This week Thomas and Walt talk about the seemingly never ending Covid crisis in The NHL. They, also review the great week for the Detroit Red Wings. Also, the boys talk about The NHL not sending players to the 2022 Winter Olympics and what players should USA hockey send. Plus they touch on the Islanders struggles, the Greatness of Alex Ovechkin, the dominance of Connor McDavid and Leon Draisaitl, and the impressive start of the Anaheim Ducks. --- This episode is sponsored by · Anchor: The easiest way to make a podcast. https://anchor.fm/app Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/walter-barnes6/support

This week, Thomas and Walt discuss the Vancouver Canucks winning streak and Bruce Boudreau's love of the newest chant in Vancouver. The guys also touch on the continued problems in Arizona with the Coyotes ownership, Team Canada's world junior roster, and they both share their optimistic thoughts on the future of the Detroit Red Wings. --- This episode is sponsored by · Anchor: The easiest way to make a podcast. https://anchor.fm/app Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/walter-barnes6/support

This week Thomas and Walt take a look at the Red Wings extending their win streak to 5 games, the Vancouver Canucks make sweeping changes to their organization, the Flyers make a coaching to change, and Ovi is really good at scoring goals. --- This episode is sponsored by · Anchor: The easiest way to make a podcast. https://anchor.fm/app Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/walter-barnes6/support

This week Thomas and Walt talk about the Detroit Red Wings 4 game winning streak and the dominace from the rookies Lucas Raymond and Mo Sieder. Plus, the guys discuss adults biting each other, Marchand latest suspension, the Islanders struggles, and more. --- This episode is sponsored by · Anchor: The easiest way to make a podcast. https://anchor.fm/app Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/walter-barnes6/support

This week Thomas and Walt recap the Detroit Red Wings less than ideal 4 game road trip. Also, the boys discuss the issues the New York Islanders are having and they look at how the Washington Capitals have thrived despite major injuries to top stars. --- This episode is sponsored by · Anchor: The easiest way to make a podcast. https://anchor.fm/app Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/walter-barnes6/support

Thomas and Walt are back this week. The guys discuss the latest Hall of Fame Inductees, the week that was for the Detroit Red Wings, and the awful Arizona Coyotes. Also, the guys take a look at the NASHVILLE PREDATORS and if they are a legit playoff contender. --- This episode is sponsored by · Anchor: The easiest way to make a podcast. https://anchor.fm/app Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/walter-barnes6/support

Thomas and Walt take a look at the Jack Eichel trade and how effects both Vegas and Buffalo. Also, the guys discuss the great starts of the Florida Panthers and Carolina Hurricanes, the Detroit Red Wings young guns, and the greatness that is Connor McDavid and Alex Ovechkin. --- This episode is sponsored by · Anchor: The easiest way to make a podcast. https://anchor.fm/app Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/walter-barnes6/support

This week the guys discuss the Kyle Beach interview and the fallout from it and whether NHL has done enough. Also, the guys take a look at the Detroit Red Wings week, the struggles of the Maples Leafs, and the surging Calgary Flames. --- This episode is sponsored by · Anchor: The easiest way to make a podcast. https://anchor.fm/app Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/walter-barnes6/support

Thomas and Walt discuss Lucas Raymonds hat trick and the surprising start to the season for Detroit. The guys also take a look at what's going wrong for Montreal and Chicago and what's going to right for Buffalo. --- This episode is sponsored by · Anchor: The easiest way to make a podcast. https://anchor.fm/app Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/walter-barnes6/support

The guys are back at it with hockey talk. Thomas and Walt kickoff the show discussing the New York Islanders season opening road trip. The guys then go in-depth about the Detroit Red Wings fight to be respected and Dylan Larkin's leadership value. The guys also discuss the scoring prowess of Alex Ovechikin and Connor McDavid, and discuss the suspension of Evander Kane. --- This episode is sponsored by · Anchor: The easiest way to make a podcast. https://anchor.fm/app Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/walter-barnes6/support

It's all expansion talk on this episode. Thomas and Walt breakdown the Seattle Kraken draft picks and also discuss the big trades that went down over the weekend. --- This episode is sponsored by · Anchor: The easiest way to make a podcast. https://anchor.fm/app Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/walter-barnes6/support

The NHL season is finally over and we have crowned a Stanley Cup champion. Thomas and Walt discuss the greatness of Nikita Kucherov's celebration, where the Canadiens go from here. The guys also talk about the future of the Tampa Bay Lighting, potential landing spots Vladimir Taresanko, the Duncan Keith trade that totally called, the Red Wings and more. --- This episode is sponsored by · Anchor: The easiest way to make a podcast. https://anchor.fm/app Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/walter-barnes6/support

Turns out that the hockey world doesn't stop just because Walt goes on vacation. The guys get caught on all the action they missed while they were off. They kickoff the show talking about the latest coaching hires, then get into the major award winners, breakdown what the Islanders and Knights need to do this off season to improve their chances at winning the Cup next season, and Walt still doesn't trust Montreal. --- This episode is sponsored by · Anchor: The easiest way to make a podcast. https://anchor.fm/app Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/walter-barnes6/support

On this weeks show Thomas and Walt get in depth with both semi final series, they each share their takes on what the New York Islanders need to do advance to the next round and how good Braden Point is. They also look at the playoff failures of the Vegas Golden Knights and what they need to do to make themselves a true championship team. Plus Walt tries to make sense of the GM of the year award. --- This episode is sponsored by · Anchor: The easiest way to make a podcast. https://anchor.fm/app Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/walter-barnes6/support

This week Thomas and Walt react to the the second as three teams (Winnipeg, Carolina, and Boston) are on the brink of elimination. The guys take an in-depth look at all four second series and discuss what has surprised them from each series and what has been the most enjoyable series to this point in the second round. Also, the guys give real real time reactions to the Montreal Canadiens sweeping away the Jets and much more from the world of hockey. --- This episode is sponsored by · Anchor: The easiest way to make a podcast. https://anchor.fm/app Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/walter-barnes6/support