Two Man Forecheck

Round One of the NHL Playoffs is just about complete.  With only one series left between the Blues and the Jets, we know who will be playing in the second round.  But there are other things going on in the hockey universe, and we have discussed them here.  Following is the menu on tap today… Playoff Recap and Review (NHL, PWHL and AHL):  0:00 – 35:36 EIHL Investigation Into A Player's Death Concludes:  35:36 – 46:50 Brandon Hagel Speaks Out:  46:50 – 1:01:06 PWHL Expands Again:  1:01:06 – 1:13:41 Sullivan Signs/Bruins Options:  1:13:41 – 1:34:34 Armstrong Elevated/Verbeek Promoted:  1:34:34 – 1:43:24 Another Medal For 1980 Hockey Team:  1:43:24 – 1:48:29 Weekly Poll Question:  1:48:29 – 1:54:45 Here is the link for this week's Poll Question regarding current events in the NHL: https://x.com/pucksage/status/1919090312665809114 The Playoffs continue, and so shall we, with a new platform as we say goodbye to Skype!  Thank you for listening and we will return next week.  Enjoy the Show!

With no show last week, we hope everyone who celebrates it had a wonderful Easter weekend.  But we are back this week with a new episode.  The series have all started so we didn't make any picks, but we still have plenty of stories to entertain.  Here is the menu… The DOPS Are Busy:  0:00 – 11:35 Landeskog Returns:  11:35 – 17:44 Playoffs Recap:  17:44 – 47:08 Canes' Staal Being Honest:  47:08 – 58:34 Canucks Press Conference:  58:34 – 1:05:56 Dans Locmelis:  1:05:56 – 1:11:00 Bruins Presser/Free Agents:  1:11:00 – 1:35:24 Weekly Poll Question:  1:35:24 – 1:40:37 PWHL Expansion to Vancouver:  1:40:37 – 1:50:16 Here is the link for next week's Poll Question regarding the future:  https://x.com/pucksage/status/1916564321049493639 Thank you for listening and giving us some of your prescious time.  We will return next week! Enjoy the Show!

The end of the season is right around the corner, with the playoffs just after that.  Finally we have teams eliminated in both divisions and the last two eliminations come down to this week. We touch on this and a brief playoff picture as well as the college ranks.   Here is the menu… New York State Not Playoff Bound:  0:00 – 28:36 Playoff Picture:  28:36 – 46:18 Western Michigan, NCAA Champs:  46:18 – 1:08:28 Hobey Baker, Isaac Howard:  1:08:28 – 1:22:05 NIL vs. NHL:  1:22:05 – 1:29:03 The Masterton Trophy:  1:29:03 – 1:37:50 Poll Question:  1:37:50 – 1:41:09 Here is the link for this week's Poll Question regarding the division leading organizations in the playoffs: https://x.com/pucksage/status/1911488486118510688 The Playoffs are almost here.  Get a bowl of popcorn and your favorite beverage, adult or otherwise, and enjoy the games.  Thank you for listening!  Enjoy the show!

The Ovi Chase is almost at an end, as is the NHL Regular Season.   There are 5 teams eliminated, all in the west, but we know who's in and who's not.  We discuss these and other stories this week.  Here is the breakdown… The Ovi Chase:  0:00 – 32:20 Playoff Picture & Injuries:  32:20 – 54:29 Brad's Statement:  54:29 – 1:03:31 Ty Anderson Tweet:  1:03:31 – 1:12:32 PWHL Expansion:  1:12:32 – 1:23:37 IIHF Women's World Championship:  1:23:37 – 1:30:33 Hannah Miller:  1:30:33 – 1:35:59 Landon Dupont:  1:35:59 – 1:39:10 Poll Question:  1:39:10 – 1:44:38 Here is the link to this week's poll question regarding the rookies:  https://x.com/pucksage/status/1908944743901573237 As always, thank you for your ear and your time.  Please let us know what you think and Enjoy the Show!

Here we are, the penultimate day of March.  We now have 3 teams officially into the playoffs, and 4 teams officially eliminated.  This will change over the next 3 weeks as more teams are added to both lists.  This week we discuss a coaching change and a few players that could join the ranks of the NHL.  Here is the menu… Tortorella Fired:  0:00 – 35:04 If The Playoffs Started Today:  35:04 – 46:28 Bottom 10 To The Cup:  46:28 – 59:08 Overagers & Karsen Dorwart:  59:08 – 1:09:39 Jay Pandolfo:  1:09:39 – 1:16:31 Dylan McIlrath:  1:16:31 – 1:25:52 Last Week's Poll Question:  1:25:52 – 1:34:19 Here is the link for this week's Poll Question regarding the President's Trophy:  https://x.com/pucksage/status/1906411283341017560 As always, thanks for listening, don't forget about the Frozen Four and the PWHL, oh…and vote for Morgan Geekie for 7th Player.  Enjoy the Show!

It's March 23rd and we are closing in on the end of the season, less than one month.  The teams are starting to lock in playoff positions, as Washington already has done.  And we are that much closer to bloody Monday in the NHL.  We talk coaching carousel, playoff teams and, of course, Ovi. Here's the menu… NCAA Womens' Ice Hockey Final:  0:00 – 8:57 NHL Coaching Carousel:  8:57 – 45:56 Aaron Ekblad Suspension:  45:56 – 1:04:43 Patrick Maroon Retiring:  1:04:43 – 1:10:29 Edmonton Oilers Injuries:  1:10:29 – 1:17:44 Winnipeg Jets Can Clinch:  1:17:44 – 1:20:36 U Maine, Hockey East Champs:  1:20:36 – 1:32:29 Poll Question/the Gr8 Chase:  1:32:29 – 1:44:18 Here is the the link for next week's poll regarding a few goalies that happen to be struggling this season…https://x.com/pucksage/status/1903866782382694539 With only a few weeks left in the regular season, the playoffs loom larger.  Thank you for your time and please send us any feedback or questions you might have.  As always…Enjoy the Show!

With a dozen or so regular season games left for most teams, the playoffs can be seen over the horizon. Today's show is more Boston-centric in the aftermath of the trade deadline tirade the Bruins went on, and we digest it here.  This is the breakdown for this week's show: B's Deadline Aftermath:  0:00 – 18:11 Daily Faceoff Bruins Blow Up:  18:11 – 40:27 Marner, Pionk & UFA's:  40:27 – 1:02:17 B's Misfit Syndrome:  1:02:17 – 1:10:55 Connor Ingram:  1:10:55 – 1:14:03 The Ovi Goal Chase:  1:14:03 – 1:29:30 Weekly Poll Question:  1:29:30 – 1:36:33 UMD Women Record:  1:36:33 – 1:40:38 Carlo's 1st Interview:  1:40:38 – 1:46:57 Thanks to Anthony DiMarco of Daily Faceoff.  We will be back next week.  Here is the link for this week's Poll Question regarding Ovechkin:  https://x.com/pucksage/status/1901347844717494308 Thank you as always for listening!  Send us your feedback or questions and Enjoy The Show!

So, the Trade Deadline has come and gone.  The Bruins were the wheeler dealers of the day, making five trades.  Some got worse, a few got better and now we look to the horizon and the playoffs.  But there are still 18 or so games to go…And many more shows to record!  Here is the menu for this week… B's Saturday Game:  0:00 – 11:10 Rantanen Moved:  11:10 – 22:22 Colorado's Moves:  22:22 – 38:29 B's Deadline Recap:  38:29 – 1:15:23 Landon Dupont:  1:15:23 – 1:23:09 B's Defensive Injuries:  1:23:09 – 1:33:08 Poll Questions:  1:33:08 – 1:41:47 AHL Suspension:  1:41:47 – 1:44:26 This week's poll question asks about your viewing habits.  Here's the link:  https://x.com/pucksage/status/1898804856413884546 The rest of the season will be exciting, and we will be here to talk about it!  Thanks for your time and Enjoy the Show!

We are fast approaching the NHL trade deadline (this Friday, march 7th) and it appears that teams are once again not waiting until the last day to get the player or players they want.  Some started before the 4 Nations Face Off.  But there were 3 trades just yesterday.  We talk about these, along with an agent survey and other prescient things.  Here is the menu… Ovechkin Closes In:  0:00 – 15:24 Clayton Keller & Utah Hockey Club:  15:24 – 39:49 The Agents Survey (thanks to The Athletic):  39:49 – 1:20:45 3 NHL Trades on March 1st:  1:20:45 – 1:36:09 Don Sweeney & The Bruins:  1:36:09 – 1:54:30 The Weekly Poll & A Goalie Goal:  1:54:30 – 2:03:40 Here is the Poll Question for this week regarding a goaltender for the Panthers:  https://x.com/pucksage/status/1896286625539526889 A slightly longer show this week, but with the deadline looming, we try to cover everything!  Thank you for listening and Enjoy the Show!

Well, with the end of the Four Nations Tournament, we can now shift our focus back to the NHL.  There were some significant injuries, and some teams will have to come to grips with their playoff status quickly as the trade deadline looms large.  Here is the menu for the show: Four Nations Review:  0:00 – 19:15 NHL Winners & Losers:  19:15 – 42:39 Significant Injuries:  42:39 – 48:03 Fighting in the PWHL:  48:03 – 53:51 Eberle's Rare Injury:  53:51 – 1:00:56 Weekly Poll Questions:  1:00:56 – 1:06:39 More Gary Bettman:  1:06:39 – 1:16:19 The Lindholm Problem:  1:16:19 – 1:53:43 This week's Poll Question revolves around teams that may need to blow things up.  Here is the link:  https://x.com/pucksage/status/1893732827906134162 As always, thank you for a piece of your time and please let us know what you think.  Enjoy the Show!

With the NHL on pause for the 4 Nations Tournament, the NCAA season end fast approaching and the PWHL Trade Deadline on the horizon, there are a lot of things to discuss.  And discuss we do this episode.  Here is the menu… 4 Nations Talk (Players, Format etc.):  0:00 – 44:02 CHL Fallout/WHL Expanding:  44:03 – 51:22 NCAA Standings (Men & Women):  51:22 - 1:17:28 PWHL Trade Deadline:  1:17:28 – 1:23:07 Poll Questions:  1:23:07 – 1:31:25 National Anthem Rant:  1:31:25 – 1:35:28 WHL Shortie Leaders:  1:35:28 – 1:43:49 Here is the link for this week's Poll Question regarding HC Mark Johnson:  https://x.com/pucksage/status/1891193765768958008 As we now pass 400 shows, we want to thank you all again for listening and giving us a little of your time. Enjoy the Show!

We are entering the break for the 4 Nations Tournament.  Everyone not participating get some rest.  As they say though, no rest for the wicked…or the Two Man Forecheck!  Here is another episode for your listening enjoyment: Beanpot Tourney/Colton Hargrove:  0:00 – 19:47 Flint Firebirds/Nathan Day:  19:47 – 31:45 Mikko Moving Again:  31:45 – 59:15 Miro, Pietrangelo Out, Doughty In:  59:15 – 1:12:49 Ryan Suter 1500 Games:  1:12:49 – 1:22:19 NCAA Womens Commitment Database/Mason St. Louis:  1:22:19 – 1:28:44 Sydney Wolf & Clean Sheet Hockey Poll Question on New Expansion Locations:  1:28:44 – 1:39:23 The Poll Question for this week revolves around the 4 Nations Tourney.  Here is the link:  https://x.com/pucksage/status/1888664157769052572 As always, thank you for listening for 400 episodes…Here's to 400 more!  Enjoy the Show!

The end of January brought us a couple trades, leading into a frenzy on the first day of February.  Miller, Rantanen, Taylor Hall are all off the board.  How many more dominoes will fall before actual trade deadline day?  We talk about these trades and more.  Here is the breakdown… Hockey Upcoming Schedules:  0:00 – 14:41 Taylor Hall Moving and Others:  14:41 – 35:03 Flyers & Flames Dealing:  35:03 – 44:05 J.T. Miller Traded:  44:05 – 53:40 Pens/Vancouver & Dallas/San Jose:  53:40 – 1:05:32 Allan Walsh & Expansion:  1:05:32 – 1:24:18 Torts Benches Michkov:  1:24:18 – 1:27:46 San Jose Half Century Team:  1:27:46 – 1:34:28 The Lindgren Hit, Paul Maurice, Poll Questions:  1:34:28 – 1:49:25 Worst Tweet of the Week:  1:49:25 – 1:56:46 Lots of material this week for sure, but so much has happened.   Here is the poll question for next week regarding potential expansion locations… https://x.com/pucksage/status/1886147928902737945 Again, a slightly longer show, but thank you for listening!  As always, Enjoy the Show!

January is quickly coming to an end.  The mens' Beanpot and the 4 Nations tournaments are right around the corner.  We keep talking hockey here at the Forecheck and will be talking more about these tourneys as they get closer.  For the moment, here is the breakdown for this week's show… Hall & Rantanen to the Canes:  0:00 – 19:38 Will Borgen Signs with Rangers:  19:38 – 39:38 McDavid Suspended:  39:38 – 55:25 Womens' Beanpot Tourney:  55:25 – 1:13:13 4 Nations Tournament Goalies:  1:13:13 – 1:28:14 Gigi Marvin @ NESN:  1:28:14 – 1:33:21 Bad Trades on X:  1:33:21 – 1:36:15 Weekly Poll Question:  1:36:15 – 1:41:50 Here is the link for this week's poll question regarding the Seventh Player Award:  https://x.com/pucksage/status/1883583372397830427 Thank you for giving us another week of your time!  Enjoy the show!

Most teams have hit the 41 game mark, half way through the season.  We talk about our season surprises thus far this year, as well as some other interesting topics.  Here is the rundown this week: Women's Beanpot Tourney:  0:00 – 9:00 Women's World Championship Roster:  9:00 – 16:55 Flyers' Fans Love Cutter:  16:55 – 27:54 Midpoint Surprises:  27:54 – 1:08:18 Rich Keefe Trolling?:  1:08:18 – 1:22:56 Panarin's Next Contract:  1:22:56 – 1:37:00 Poll Question (Sweeney):  1:37:00 – 1:47:28 This week's Poll Question link is here regarding Marner & Doughty:  https://x.com/pucksage/status/1878530906387853580 Thank you for listening and giving us a bit of your time.  Lots of good hockey going on with the Women's Worlds, the Beanpot and the 4 Nations.  Enjoy the Show!

With the holidays in the past, we start the new year with a new show from the Forecheck crew.  We hope everyone had a nice break, but its back to work.  The first show of 2025 is a little longer, but we will be back to form this weekend.  Here is the breakdown… Bruins' Losing Streak:  0:00 – 27:15 Sean Higgins:  27:15 – 42:20 Poll Question:  42:20 – 57:59 World Juniors Men & Women:  57:59 – 1:17:19 The Other Capitals Stud:  1:17:19 – 1:24:28 Habs Open For Business:  1:24:28 – 1:39:33 Canucks Rumors:  1:39:33 – 1:55:05 Here is the poll question for this week.  It relates to GM Don Sweeney:  https://x.com/pucksage/status/1876823967983349812 Thank you for all your time listening to two guys wax poetic about hockey for 5 years or so.  We hope you had wonderful New Years and Enjoy the Show!

Christmas has come and gone for another year.  The new year is starting in less than a week.  Can we now focus on important things…like hockey!  The World Juniors are happening, we have the NHL and the PWHL. The Winter Classic will take place in a few days, 4 Nations is fast approaching and college hockey is ongoing. With all this, we have another show for you, here is the menu… Ovi's Back:  0:00 – 24:41 World Juniors & Latvia:  24:41 – 40:08 Matthew Schaefer Injured:  40:08 – 50:34 Cole Hutson:  50:34 – 59:53 Rangers Trade:  59:53 – 1:13:19 Cayden Primeau Waived:  1:13:19 – 1:23:04 Brind ‘Amour Fastest to 300:  1:23:04 – 1:28:01 Poll Questions & Close:  1:28:01 – 1:45:57 The latest Poll Question is up on X regarding the Stanley Cup:  https://x.com/pucksage/status/1873451408747565250 Here at the Forecheck, we wish all of you the happiest of New Years, and Enjoy the Show!

We are 10 days from the big guy's arrival but we are receiving presents even now.  The Bruins have made a claim, Ovi may be close to returning and the hockey scene is heating up with the World Juniors.  And for you, we have another episode for your listening enjoyment.  Here is the menu… World Juniors:  0:00 – 12:36 Playoff Odds from Moneypuck:  12:36 – 26:56 Oliver Wahlstrom/Alec Regula:  26:56 – 48:28 Defense Pairings from Moneypuck:  48:28 – 57:52 Kekalainen Fired 02/15/2024:  57:52 – 1:11:18 Rumors Swirling:  1:11:18 – 1:17:07 Brady Tkachuk/Josh Norris:  1:17:07 – 1:40:01 Ovi Back?:  1:40:01 – 1:49:56 Ducks Tanking:  1:49:56 – 1:57:28 Poll Question:  1:57:28 – 2:03:41 Here is the link for the latest poll question regarding GM Firings:  https://x.com/pucksage/status/1868399769783247325 Thanks to MoneyPuck for all their hard work! Thank you again for listening and giving us some of your time.  We will record next Monday, the 23rd. So take your time with this one, but we will be back!  Enjoy the Show!

As we creep into December, the new year is approaching fast and so are the tournaments around the world. The World Juniors, the Takeover Tour in the PWHL, the 4 Nations Tourney and here in New England the Beanpot.  It's a great time for hockey and our show.  Here is the breakdown: Trouba Traded/Shesterkin Signs:  0:00 – 50:45 PWHL and the Takeover Tour:  50:45 – 1:08:55 Four Nations Face-off tournament Rosters:  1:08:55 – 1:37:47 Twitter Poll/James Hagens #1 Prospect:  1:37:47 – 1:45:19 Here is the link for the first of our poll questions regarding the 4 Nations Tourney:  https://x.com/pucksage/status/1865834264463585653 Thank you for listening!  We hope everyone in the U.S. has enjoyed the Thanksgiving holiday and keep watching the Hockey!  Enjoy the Show!

Thanksgiving approaches in the U.S.  and we may finally have an idea who will be in the playoffs but they are still a bit away from that.  We have seen our first head coaching change this seaon.  And swiftly thereafter, our second.  That being said, here is the rest of the show… Four Surprises:  0:00 – 36:48 Boston Makes a Change:  36:48 – 1:12:39 Ovi's Broken Leg:  1:12:39 – 1:18:54 The Predator Problem:  1:18:54 – 1:22:53 Taylor Hall & Kaiden Guhle:  1:22:53 – 1:30:25 Leafs Need a…Forward:  1:30:25 – 1:37:35 Poll Question:  1:37:35 – 1:41:00 Here is the link for this week's Poll.  It asks about the division leaders as of right now:  https://x.com/pucksage/status/1860756036220518410 For those in the U.S., enjoy this week's festivities with your families.  For those that do not celebrate Thanksgiving, enjoy whatever holiday you may have with your loved ones.  Thank you for listening for awhile and Enjoy the Show!

As we approach American Thanksgiving, Mike says that the NHL Standings are starting to show us just which teams will make the playoffs.  Chris still believes there may be some room for movement.  One thing we both agree on, the Bruins have some work to do to right the ship.  We discuss that and more this week.  Here is the line-up… Bruins Rumors and Issues:  0:00 – 29:18 Darnell Nurse Hit By Ryan Reaves:  29:18 – 35:42 Auston Matthews Injury:  35:42 – 48:35 Potential Cap Increase:  48:35 – 1:01:32 4 Nations Rosters & Erik Karlsson:  1:01:32 – 1:19:20 A.I.C. Dropping to Division II:  1:19:20 – 1:31:42 Poll Question/Detroit Gravy Boat:  1:31:42 – 1:37:17 Last week's question left us a little stymied.  Here is the link for this week's Poll Question regarding the 4 Nations Tournament:  https://x.com/pucksage/status/1858230431289647431 Thank you again for a bit of your precious time.  We hope to entertain and provoke some conversation.  Enjoy the Show!

Another week in the books and some things still have not changed.  We may be seeing what the end of the season looks like right now.  We talked a lot about goaltenders this week and paid tribute to the voice of a franchise for the last two decades.  Here is how this week's episode shakes out… Saros Makes the Save:  0:00 – 8:40 Dostal Holds Net in Anaheim:  8:40 – 20:44 The DoPS Got It Right:  20:44 – 36:52 NHL EDGE Stats:  36:52 – 1:07:10 Tyler Johnson Signed:  1:07:10 – 1:12:39 PWHL News:  1:12:39 – 1:34:52 Trouba Trade Poll:  1:34:52 – 1:38:24 Jack Edwards Tribute:  1:38:24 – 1:49:03 Tage Meet…Tage:  1:49:03 – 1:53:58 This week's Poll Question revolves around the PWHL.  Here is the link:  https://x.com/pucksage/status/1855692434144976976 Congratulations to Jack Edwards for his 19 years with the Bruins!  Thank you for the memories!  Thanks also to Tage Thompson who seems to get it.  Hockey is our sport, and it needs more ambassadors such as these two gentlemen.  Thank you also to our listeners, we do this for you as much as for ourselves.  Enjoy the Show!

Hello and welcome to November hockey fans!  The weather may eventually change, and the standings may change as well.  This week's show may be a little Boston focused, but we do touch on other subjects.  Just look at the breakdown… Michkov, Rookie of the Month:  0:00 – 16:59 The Providence Bruins:  16:59 – 29:40 Bruins Bad? And Fire Montgomery?:  29:40 – 1:12:53 Avalanche Mailbag:  1:12:53 – 1:22:21 Rangers Cap Issues/Trading Trouba:  1:22:21 – 1:41:30 X Poll Question/B's Power Play:  1:41:30 – 1:48:04 And now the link for this week's X Poll Question regarding Jacob Trouba and the Rangers:  https://x.com/pucksage/status/1853152572586012730 Thank you for a little of your time.  We hope you Enjoy the Show as much as we do recording it!  Don't hesitate to let us know what you think or where we should focus our attentions next!  Until next week…

As we approach Halloween and close out the month of October, the NHL is in full swing and there are clearly some teams that are not playing up to their standards.  We discuss one team that is meeting that high bar and whether they can continue on their current trajectory.  Here is the breakdown of the show… Winnipeg Jets Flying High:  0:00 – 31:41 Tage Thompson Hardest Shot:  31:41 – 43:56 Para Ice Hockey Womens' World Challenge:  43:56 – 50:58 Brad Marchand Extension:  50:58 – 1:08:29 Saad/McCann Milestones:  1:08:29 – 1:18:56 Bennie's Buddies:  1:18:56 – 1:28:13 Weekly Poll Question:  1:28:13 – 1:38:29 Here is the next week's Poll Question regarding Brad Marchand's Extension:  https://x.com/pucksage/status/1850591806649512090 We mentioned just two of the many animal shelters across the New England area:  Sweet Paws Rescue based in Groveland, MA and Our Companions Animal Rescue & Sanctuary in Manchester, CT.  These places, along with other shelters across New England do their best to find homes for animals that need families. Thank you for giving us a little of your time.  We hope you will give us some feedback and Enjoy the Show!

With 6 or 7 games under their belts, the NHL teams have shown that where they are now may not be where they will finish the season.  That being said, there are still a few surprises at the start of the season.  The Forecheck touches on them and other stories, so here is the breakdown… NHL Standings & Surprises:  0:00 – 23:59 Bruins Line Changes:  23:59 – 35:09 Nashville Predators Start:  35:09 – 55:23 PWHL Schedule & Locations:  55:23 – 1:02:47 PWHL Labor Crisis:  1:02:47 – 1:15:30 UNH Weekly Award Winners:  1:15:30 – 1:20:52 Sudbury Wolves v Q. Musty:  1:20:52 – 1:29:33 This Week's Poll Question:  1:29:33 – 1:32:40 This week's Poll Question regards potential head coaching changes.  Here is the link:  https://x.com/pucksage/status/1848883218449048061 Again, Thank You for listening.  Our thoughts and prayers continue to go out to the Hurricane victims in the south.  Enjoy the Show!

So here we are, one week into the season and to have Mike tell it, we now know how the standings will shake out at the end of the season.  Chris isn't so sure, but it does tell us some things and we discuss them during this week's episode.  Here is the lineup… FLA v BOS & Verhaeghe Locked Up:  0:00 – 26:23 Igor Rebuffs Rangers' Offer:  26:23 – 38:13 Carey Price Declines Habs Job Offer:  38:13 – 44:35 Celebrini On the Shelf:  44:35 – 50:15 NCAA D1 Council Preenrollment Rule Changes:  50:15 – 59:22 Dylan Guenther & the Utah Hockey Club:  59:22 – 1:13:05 NHL Top 5 List on X:  1:13:05 – 1:25:22 X Poll Questions This Week:  1:25:22 – 1:31:24 Bruins' First Impressions:  1:31:24 – 1:43:53 Here is the poll question for next week regarding the standings now and on November 1:  https://x.com/pucksage/status/1845503253041078649 We hope that everyone is enjoying the start to the new NHL Season.  Our thoughts and prayers go out to those affected by Hurricanes Helene and Milton.  We wish for everyone to be safe!  Thank you for a little of your time to listen to us rant…Enjoy the Show!

As we record on October 6th, the NHL season has officially begun, with two games having been played in Europe.  The season begins in earnest this week, however and we are excited to see everyone back on the ice!  Mike and Chris have gone through the entire league and broken down who we feel will be playoff bound and who will be scoreboard watching.  Here is the breakdown of this week's show… Swayman Signs:  0:00 – 22:35 NHL Season Preview & Predictions:  22:35 – 1:32:03 Prospects Near & Far:  1:32:03 – 1:45:33 Linus Ullmark WH/WH Poll Question:  1:45:33 – 1:51:16 Here is the link for the first of two Poll Questions this week regarding 100-point players:  https://x.com/pucksage/status/1842986133418041509 The new season is upon us, so go and enjoy it, but also…Enjoy the Show!

The beginning of the NHL season is a little over a week away!  Teams are still trying to figure out lineups and who to send to their minor league affiliates.  We at the Forecheck have our starting line ready to roll just waiting for the starting gun.  For now, we give you another fun-filled episode for your listening enjoyment.  Here is the breakdown… Swayman's Ongoing Saga:  0:00 – 16:03 The Gibson Trade:  16:03 – 26:56 Will Sweeney Reach 11:  26:56 – 45:09 The LeBrun Tweet (Post):  45:09 – 54:07 Laine Injured & Retaliation:  54:07 – 1:00:42 Will He/Won't He Poll Question:  1:00:42 – 1:06:39 Trevor Zegras On The Move:  1:06:39 – 1:25:31 Breakout Stars (The Athletic):  1:25:31 – 1:42:11 Ullmark Shines:  1:42:11 – 1:44:50 Here is the link for next week's poll question regarding Linus Ullmark:  https://x.com/pucksage/status/1840461527473643921 Thank you as always!  We look forward to your comments and questions, but mostly we hope you Enjoy the Show!

It's getting closer…can you feel it?  The players are on the ice.  The rookie tournament is over, preseason games are being played!  Things are getting back to normal, and we will have hockey very soon!  What we have now is another episode for your listening pleasure!  Here is the breakdown… Robin Lehner:  0:00 – 10:32 Brandt Clark & the Kings:  10:32 – 28:00 The B's Goalie Demise & K.K.:  28:00 – 46:55 Andrew Oke:  46:55 – 54:59 NHL Expansion:  54:59 – 1:25:07 No Tax States Poll:  1:25:07 – 1:33:18 Will He/Won't He Poll Question:  1:33:18 – 1:41:42 Here is the link to this week's Poll Question regarding the return of a few players:  https://x.com/pucksage/status/1837918733806731712 Keep an eye out, the season is fast approaching!  And keep an ear out, the Two Man Forecheck will have another episode next week!  Thank you for listening and Enjoy the Show!

It's another week here at the office of the Two Man Forecheck.  The prospect (rookie) tournament is ongoing and training camps are a week or two away.  As the season inches closer, we bring you another episode packed with info and fun to keep the hockey masses happy!  Here is the breakdown… Jacob Fowler & A Rookie Discussion:  0:00 – 30:11 UFA's Still Available:  30:11 – 39:35 PWHL Team Names & Logos:  39:35 – 51:17 Team USA Adds 2 New Coaches:  51:17 – 1:16:26 Eric Tulsky, New ‘Canes GM:  1:16:26 – 1:32:32 Will He/Won't He Poll Question:  1:32:32 – 1:36:41 As we stated, the new Poll Question regards Alex Ovechkin.  Here is the link to that poll:  https://x.com/pucksage/status/1835369938904920511 Again, thank you for giving us a little of your valuable time and listening to us wax poetic!  Have a great week, let us know what you think, and Enjoy the Show!

As we progress into September (we have passed Labor Day in the U.S.), we at the Two Man Forecheck are getting excited at the prospect of competitive ice hockey again!  Captain's practices have started or will be soon and training camps are around the next corner.  We have another exciting episode to help alleviate the need for hockey!  Here is the breakdown… Marc Staal Retires:  0:00 – 12:11 NHL Coach Power Rankings:  12:11 – 46:49 Cam Fowler Wants Out:  46:49 – 1:03:43 Matt Cullen & Others to the US Hockey HOF:  1:03:43 – 1:11:22 Philadelphia Flyers Updates:  1:11:22 – 1:19:08 Landeskog to Return Soon:  1:19:08 – 1:27:10 Weekly Poll Questions:  1:27:10 – 1:34:31 Here is the link for this week's Will He/Won't He Poll Question re: Head Coach Rankings:    https://x.com/pucksage/status/1832847832186859632Thank you as always for giving us a little of your precious time to listen to us talk about our favorite sport!  If you have a topic for us, or some comment, don't hesitate to let us know and Enjoy the Show!

We have turned a page and it is now September.  The birds are still chirping, the beaches are still open, but hockey is just around the next corner.  We at the Two Man Forecheck are excited by this and can't wait for it all to begin.  We present you with another episode to whet your appetites.  Here is the breakdown… The Gaudreau Brothers:  0:00 – 11:40 CBA Loophole:  11:40 – 32:56 Ducks Are Streaming:  32:56 – 44:47 PWHL Names:  44:47 – 53:41 Daily Faceoff Prospect Pool Rankings:  53:41 – 1:21:04 Charlie Coyle Comments:  1:21:04 – 1:27:02 Tyler Johnson PTO:  1:27:02 – 1:33:11 Brian Riley Retiring:  1:33:11 – 1:40:27 John Morello Decommits Clarkson:  1:40:27 – 1:43:18 Will He/Won't He Poll Question:  1:43:18 – 1:45:45 Here is the link for the next Poll Question regarding OTA/Streaming broadcasts:  https://x.com/pucksage/status/1830295594990264571 We thank you for giving us some of your precious time to listen to us rant about the sport we love.  Our condolences go out the Gaudreau family and friends.  Two dear people were lost. Enjoy the Show!

As promised, we are back on routine, dropping this episode on our regular Sunday schedule.  The off season is quickly coming to a close and training camps are around the corner.  With all that excitement, we give you another dose of the Two Man Forecheck.  Here is the breakdown… Twitter Poll Question re: Jeremy Swayman:  0:00 – 22:17 Rivals for Utah:  22:17 – 36:02 Top 10 UFA's (Luke Fox, Sportsnet):  36:02 – 48:43 Bruins Potential PTO's:  48:43 – 1:01:29 Top 20 Centers (ESPN):  1:01:29 – 1:08:01 Fabian Lysell:  1:08:01 – 1:18:21 Ironman Zdeno Chara:  1:18:21 – 1:26:56 Askarov & You Shall Receive (a trade):  1:26:56 – 1:36:13 Here is the link for the new Twitter Poll regarding UFA's:  https://x.com/pucksage/status/1827744423892996268 Thank you for giving us some of your time and thoughts.  Enjoy the Show!

Chris is back!  Holiday is over for him and very soon for the rest of the NHL.  We have a full slate of topics for his return show, and here is the breakdown… Swayman Still Unsigned:  0:00 – 13:28 Askarov Requests Trade:  13:28 – 32:18 St. Louis & The Offer Sheets:  32:18 – 54:48 LATAM Cup Growing the Game:  54:48 – 1:09:39 NCAA Lawsuit:  1:09:39 – 1:21:53 Will He/Won't He Poll Questions:  1:21:53 – 1:37:35 Laine Traded to Canadiens:  1:37:35 – 1:46:06 Here is the link for the latest Poll Question:  https://x.com/pucksage/status/1826062149405610491?t=Ra8-IPMc2uH6WkcAM2bWNA&s=33 Chris is back, and the show will be back on track this weekend!  Thank you for giving us your time and Enjoy the Show!

Here we are in the throes of summer, the sun warming us, and everyone is enjoying a little vacation time for now.  But soon we will be back in colder arenas watching our favorite sport again, so enjoy the warm and the next rendition of the Forecheck.  Here is the breakdown… Lindy Ruff, Sabres Head Coach:  0:00 – 20:37 PWHL Team Names & Logos:  20:37 – 32:35 Top 12 NHL Contenders:  32:35 – 59:09 Marchy's Realistic Expectations:  59:09 – 1:16:22 Michael Brandsegg-Nygard Interview:  1:16:22 – 1:26:36 Will He/Won't He Twitter Polls:  1:26:36 – 1:38:49 TNA/NHL Cross Promotion:  1:38:49 – 1:44:56 Here is the latest Will He/Won't He Twitter Poll Question:  https://x.com/pucksage/status/1815086125905477862 As Mike said, Chris is heading on holiday for a couple weeks so you will be missed but I will return for the August 17th show.  Thank you for listening and Enjoy the Show!

The second week of free agency has not brought many signings, as most have been snatched up in the first week, but the restricted players are still out there.  The biggest one, arguably, is Jeremy Swayman, who we talk about in this show.  Here is the breakdown… Brooks on NHL Compressed Schedule:  0:00 – 23:37 Vegas Blueline “Issues”:  23:37 – 33:41 Mike Babcock Saga:  33:41 – 51:48 Will He/Won't He CBJ Head Coach:  51:48 – 1:05:35 Rutger McGroarty Landing Spots:  1:05:35 – 1:19:19 Swayman/Korpisalo Celly:  1:19:19 – 1:23:40 Spicer Steps Away:  1:23:40 – 1:29:01 AOSSM Hockey Summit/R.I.P. Capfriendly:  1:29:01 – 1:33:00 Here is the link for the next Will He/Won't He poll question regarding Jeremy Swayman:  https://x.com/pucksage/status/1812539272408240403 Thank you for lending us your ears for a little while!  Have a great summer and Enjoy the Show!

So here we are, first week of post on-ice activities, but we still have a packed show due to the end of year festivities that took place over the last week!  The Draft and Free Agency give us lots to talk about, so here is the breakdown… Free Agency is Open:  0:00 – 12:57 Nashville & the Central Division:  12:57 – 49:27 The Vancouver Canucks:  49:27 – 55:09 The Boston Bruins & Dev Camp:  55:09 – 1:24:32 The Seattle Kraken & a New Asst. Coach:  1:24:32 – 1:44:34 The Changing NHL Draft:  1:44:34 – 1:54:14 Will He/Won't He Steven Stamkos:  1:54:14 – 1:58:15 Here is the link for this week's Will He/Won't He poll question regarding the next head coach of the Columbus Blue Jackets:  https://x.com/pucksage/status/1810006771051778533 Yes, this is the longest time of year for hockey fans, but they will be back!  For now, thank you for listening and Enjoy the Show!

the 2023-2024 season is almost at an end as the Stanley Cup Final and the Entry Draft have concluded.  With Free Agency set to begin at noon on July 1, we will see stars on the move!  In the show, we discuss a couple free agents and other timely topics.  Here is the breakdown… Stanley Cup Final Recap:  0:00 – 23:08 All Things NHL Draft:  23:08 – 52:56 Free Agency News & Targets:  52:56 – 1:19:48 Sidney Crosby Contract Talks:  1:19:48 – 1:30:41 UMass Hockey Stanley Cup Success:  1:30:41 – 1:35:53 Will He/Won't He Cole Eiserman:  1:35:53 – 1:39:56 Here is the link to the latest Will He/Won't He Poll Question:  https://x.com/pucksage/status/1807456377385730125 This will only run for a short time but there will be others during the week. Sadly, the season has come to an end, but there is another on the horizon and we at the Two Man Forecheck will be there to keep you company!  Enjoy the Show!

We still haven't identified a Stanley Cup Champion as of yet due to the Edmonton Oilers playing stalwart in the Final.  We will have a game 7 Monday and then we head west to Vegas for the draft.  Mike and Chris discuss multiple prospects available in this draft, as well as some moves that have already been completed.  Here is the complete breakdown… SC Final Recap and Discussion:  0:00 – 11:59 Larry Brooks on Shesterkin:  11:59 – 23:24 Continued Stanley Cup Discussion:  23:24 – 36:59 L.A. Kings Trade Pierre-Luc Dubois:  36:59 – 1:09:19 Jacob Markstrom Dealt to Devils:  1:09:19 – 1:21:35 NHL Draft Prospects Discussion:  1:21:35 – 2:33:36 Will He/Won't He Dark Horse Conn Smythe:  2:33:36 – 2:36:41 This is the link for a new Will He/Won't He Poll Question regarding Cole Eiserman:  https://x.com/pucksage/status/1804948676348960970 An extra large show for an extra large NHL week!  See you at the draft and Enjoy the Show!

Rumors of the Edmonton Oilers demise have greatly been exaggerated!  After falling into an 0-3 crater in the Stanley Cup Final, the Orange & Blue have fought there way back (somewhat) with an 8-1 drubbing of the Florida Panthers.  We go into greater detail in the words to follow, so here is the breakdown… Finals Recap, Foegele Hit, Panthers Absence:  0:00 – 19:45 Finals Poll Questions:  Edmonton & Nurse:  19:45 – 47:22 Utah Has Completed the Paperwork:  47:22 – 56:21 Zegras to Boston?  56:21 – 1:09:01 Potential Ullmark Landing Spots/Lindholm News:  1:09:01 – 1:31:33 Will He/Won't He:  Paul Maurice:  1:31:33 – 1:34:30 Here is the link for this week's Will He/Won't He Question regarding the Conn Smythe:  https://x.com/pucksage/status/1802386735604645934 Unfortunately, the 23-24 Season is almost at an end, but let not your heart be troubled, there is another on the horizon…and The Two Man Forecheck will be here for your listening pleasure!  Enjoy the Show!

Here we are, the Stanley Cup Final!  Game one in the books with the home team notching a 2-0 shutout over the Edmonton Oilers.  We continue with a look at this game and other topics on this week's show.  Here are the details… Stanley Cup Game One:  0:00 – 30:06 PWHL Minnesota GM Dismissed:  30:06 – 42:04 PWHL Draft:  42:04 – 50:20 Nylander Deserves a Chance:  50:20 – 1:12:17 Pavel Zacha's Season Grade:  1:12:17 – 1:20:37 Four Nation's Face Off:  1:20:37- 1:27:03 Salary Cap Increase:  1:27:03 – 1:32:38 Stepenson vs. Lindholm:  1:32:38 – 1:54:04 Will He/Won't He M.L.H.:  1:54:04 – Here is the link for the latest Will He/Won't He poll regarding Paul Maurice:  https://x.com/pucksage/status/1799852732704248306 As always, take in the splendor that is the Stanley Cup Final, thanks for listening to us and sending your comments.  Enjoy the Show!

And then there were three.  Yes, the Florida Panthers are back in the Stanley Cup Final and now we await a Western Conference opponent.  In the meantime, here is the breakdown of this week's show to tide you over… PWHL Walter Trophy:  0:00 – 11:15 Rangers Ousted/Panthers Advance:  11:15 – 26:59 Changes Coming for the Leafs:  26:59 – 34:19 Allan Walsh Posts re:  NHL Finances:  34:19 – 47:02 AP News on Hockey's Finances:  47:02 – 1:10:53 The Will Smith Contract:  1:10:53 – 1:19:53 Blake Wheeler/Brad Marchand:  1:19:53 – 1:37:30 A New League is Born (MLH):  1:37:30 – 1:57:08 Bruins' Summer Dates:  1:57:08 – 2:01:57 Here is the latest link to our Will He/Won't He Poll:  https://x.com/pucksage/status/1797335405789855927 Lots to think about and discuss here so delve in, send us comments, and Enjoy the Show!

Here we are another week deeper in the playoffs.  This week we have an XL sized show what with all the current and future events to talk about.  Following is the breakdown of the show… PWHL Walter Cup Final:  0:00 – 7:51 JFresh Hockey 5v5 Scoring Chance Assists:  7:51 – 32:31 Bruins Free Agent Options:  32:31 – 45:00 Blue Jackets GM Search Nears an End:  45:00 – 1:06:23 Domi vs. Bertuzzi:  1:06:23 – 1:25:46 Will He/Won't He DeBrusk:  1:25:46 – 1:34:12 BruinsCapSpace Ranked Free Agents:  1:34:12 – 1:41:32 Draisaitl to Boston Proposed Trade:  1:41:32 – 2:02:12 Here is the link for this week's Will He/Won't He Poll Question:  https://x.com/pucksage/status/1794782297868366024 Thank you for listening and enjoy your Memorial Day weekend!  Enjoy the Show!

The Eastern Conference finalists have been determined however the West still has a game seven to contend with before they can begin.  Will it be Vancouver or Edmonton?  We will have the answer by the end of the weekend.  Here are the stories for this week… Berube Named Head Coach:  0:00 – 24:02 Sullivan Hired by USA Hockey:  24:02 – 33:08 Bruins Out & the Blame Game Begins:  33:08 – 1:08:10 IIHF Tourney & a Suspension:  1:08:10 – 1:13:11 NAHL is Hiring:  1:13:11 – 1:19:23 Will He/Won't He Bobrovsky:  1:19:23 – 1:30:07 PWHL Final Set:  1:30:07 – 1:32:36 Kotkaniemi Lesson & Mike's Crazy Idea:  1:32:36 – 1:50:51 Here is the link for the next Will He/Won't He question regarding Jake DeBrusk: https://twitter.com/pucksage/status/1792241899623072253 Thank you as always for giving us your time and listening to us rant.  Let us know what you think and Enjoy the Show!

As we are now deep into the second round of the playoffs, we have a better look at who will be pushing further and which teams will be playing golf by the upcoming weekend.  Here are the stories that we have covered this week… Sheldon Keefe & the Coaching Carousel:  0:00 – 24:47 B's Get Hosed & Lose Game 4:  24:47 – 39:40 Bruins Poll Questions re: Who Should Return:  39:40 – 1:01:31 Dead Cap Money Around the League:  1:01:31 – 1:28:35 Will He/Won't He Linus Ullmark:  1:28:35 – 1:35:21 Northeastern Elects Next Season's C and A's:  1:35:21 – 1:41:32 As always, here is the link to next week's Will He/Won't He Poll Question regarding Sergei Bobrovsky: https://twitter.com/pucksage/status/1790187877344952487 Thank you for listening, commenting and Enjoying the Show!

With the exception of tonight's game 7 between Dallas and Las Vegas, we already know the other matchups for the second round.  As they have completed the first round, we give you an XL sized show this week.  Here is the breakdown… Bruins/Toronto, Players & Wrap-up:  0:00 – 46:40 Sheldon Keefe Presser & Players:  46:40 – 1:01:46 B's Needing to Go, 1st Round MVP, 2nd Round Picks:  1:01:46 – 1:39:45 Potential Utah Jerseys (Sweaters):  1:39:45 – 1:45:24 Steven Stamkos…Free Agent:  1:45:24 – 1:51:02 Coaching Carousel:  1:51:02 – 1:58:49 Will He/Won't He Jarnkrok:  1:58:49 – 2:00:52 Rempe's Bad Hit on TvR:  2:00:52 – 2:03:44 Jack Edwards:  2:03:44 – 2:07:20 Here is the link for the next Will He/Won't He regarding Linus Ullmark:  https://twitter.com/pucksage/status/1787200252732125632 So Round 1 is (almost) in the books.  Enjoy Round 2 and Enjoy the Show!

With all the first round series well under way, we are getting a clearer picture of the teams that will most likely be moving on to the second round.  Three or possibly four series could be swept at this point, and we discuss this as well as many other topics this week.  Here is the breakdown… Utah Fans Welcome The Team:  0:00 – 20:34 Potential Round One Sweeps & Caps Issues:  20:34 – 41:55 William Nylander Potential Return:  41:55 – 48:14 Sheldon Keefe Speaks:  48:14 – 1:00:25 PWHL Names Two Awards:  1:00:25 – 1:14:17 Nick Zabaneh 1st Goal & Providence Goalies:  1:14:17 – 1:22:32 Will He/Won't He Zach Parise:  1:22:32 – 1:27:41 Here is the link for the new Will He/Won't He Poll Question regarding Calle Jarnkrok: https://twitter.com/pucksage/status/1784282011877744666 Here's hoping everyone is enjoying the playoffs!  Thanks for your time listening, commenting and voting!  Enjoy the Show!

Well hockey fans, we have arrived!  The playoffs have begun with two games being played yesterday (April 20th) and more on the slate for today.  We start by breaking down the local team's first foray into the exciting world we call the second season.  Here is the breakdown of the rest of the show… Bruins/Leafs Game 1:  0:00 – 35:01 The Arizona Coyotes Fallout:  35:01 – 56:03 Retirement Announcements:  56:03 – 1:02:39 Kuznetsov Considering Retirement:  1:02:39 – 1:09:41 Blackhawks on a Rebuild:  1:09:41 – 1:18:53 Will He/Won't He Playoffs:  1:18:53 – 1:25:03 Patrick (Not So) Sharp in Real Estate:  1:25:03 – 1:29:13 We kept it brief in order for fans to watch their favorite teams but the show is still packed.  Here is the link for this week's Will He/Won't He regarding Zach Parise: https://twitter.com/pucksage/status/1782101269802291632 Thanks for listening!  Leave us your feedback (comments, questions, etc.) and be taken in by the playoff love.  Enjoy the Show!

After missing a week due to unforeseen circumstances, the Two Man Forecheck has returned in force just in time for the playoffs.  Most teams have two games left, but the West is cemented (although it's still wet) and the East still has one open slot.  We talk playoffs, franchises, and a few other topics.  Here is the breakdown… The NCAA Frozen Four & Championship:  0:00 – 18:03 Ejected From the ECHL:  18:03 – 30:13 Salt Lake's New Franchise & the Coyotes:  30:13 – 49:04 Nylander's Dry Spell Continues:  49:04 – 58:53 The NHL Playoff Picture & East Predictions:  58:53 – 1:38:41 Will He/Won't He Paul Maurice & West Predictions:  1:38:41 – 1:47:39 Here is the link for the next Will He/Won't He:  https://twitter.com/pucksage/status/1779566744530534741 Thank you for lending us your ears!  Send us a comment and Enjoy the Show!

As the NHL season fast approaches it's end, we have the second season to look forward to for entertainment.  But with 9 or so games remaining, we still have multiple playoff spots still up for grabs.  That and this week's episode!  Here is the breakdown… Jamie Benn Still Relevant:  0:00 – 19:41 Who Is in The Playoffs Now:  19:41 – 40:37 Drake Berehowsky Back in Sudbury:  40:37 – 49:33 Jaxon Nelson Signs with the Bruins:  49:33 – 58:31 Collin Graf Sweepstakes & Other CFAs:  58:31 – 1:17:33 The NCAA Frozen Four:  1:17:33 – 1:25:49 Crosby Ties A Record (Soon):  1:25:49 – 1:28:30 Will He/Won't He Ovechkin Gets 30:  1:28:30 – 1:36:18 Here is the link for the next Will He/Won't He Poll Question regarding Paul Maurice:  https://twitter.com/pucksage/status/1775331398422765788 Thank you for sharing your time with us and listening to our show!  As always, let us know what you think or how we are doing and Enjoy the Show!

We are closing in on the end of the regular season, then the fun really begins.  Most teams have between 10 and 13 games left to cement their spots in the post season tourney for ownership of Lord Stanley's Chalice (for one year).  Here is the breakdown of this week's show… BU/BC and the Sharks Connection:  0:00 – 15:53 Moneypuck Odds:  15:53 – 21:44 Bruin's Drafting Over the Years:  21:44 – 54:55 The Triple B Line:  54:55 – 1:02:49 The Panthers' Sam Bennett:  1:02:49 – 1:10:03 The Panthers' Bill Zito:  1:10:03 – 1:16:52 Forsberg vs Seider:  1:16:52 – 1:20:48 Tom Wilson-Again a Meathead:  1:20:48 – 1:30:25 Elias Lindholm Not the Same (Is He Healthy?):  1:30:25 – 1:39:43 Will He/Won't He Who will re-sign?:  1:39:43 – 1:52:22 Here is the link for this week's Will He/Won't He question regarding Alex Ovechkin:  https://twitter.com/pucksage/status/1771956697336016966 Thank you for listening, don't forget about the PWHL and the Frozen Four!  Enjoy the Show!