Two Man Forecheck

Episode 0293: Standings; Who is Fired First; Carlo Returns; Toews/Kane Who Stays Who Goes; Horvat Landing Spots; Dubnyk Retires; Price Not Done; Kessel Milestones and More!

After nine games we are nowhere near where we should be seeing some teams in the standings.  We discuss which head coach will be the first to get the axe; Eakins, Larson, Boudreau, D.J. Smith or Gallant?  We delve into a discussion of Vancouver potential moves.  Brandon Carlo has returned from injury which leads into a convo around our Twitter Poll results as to which Bruins defenseman will bring back the highest return.  Toews and Kane are both in the last year of their contracts with the 'Hawks, so which one stays and which one goes?  We bandy about various landing spots for Bo Horvat, as listed by Lyle Richardson. Devan Dubnyk has called it a career however Carey Price is not ready to do so.  Finally, we talk frankly about Phil Kessel being a hall of famer or not.  So much to digest, so let us know what you think and Enjoy the Show!

Episode 0292: Staal Returns; Joe Pa Hatty; PWHPA vs PHF; Add One; B’s Rundown; Twitter Poll Results; Kraken Soundtrack and More!

Two weeks in and things are still a bit topsy turvy standings-wise, but we continue on.  Eric Staal has returned to the NHL and Joe Pavelski nets a hat trick.  The PWHPA has been downsized to four teams versus the PHF's seven.  Maybe now is the time to start considering a merger.  The Boston Pride will do something almost unheard of in today's hockey...play two games in 24 hours.  We bring back an old segment...Add One!  Chris runs down some stats for the Bruins, keeping in mind that they are only 6 games into the season.  Connor Clifton is a bit of a focus here as he is playing top minutes this season.  We divulge the results of last week's Twitter Poll and it was literally meh.  We unleash a new Twitter Poll (link below) and finish up with the Kraken getting a soundtrack written by Hans Zimmer.  A great show to be sure, so listen, comment and Enjoy the Show!

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Episode 0291: Biggest/Smallest Surprises; Mock Draft 2023; Twitter Poll Results; Kane Chasing Mikita; Ian Cole Investigated; Marchand Update and More!

The new NHL season has begun and some teams have played as many as four games already.  With such a small sample size, we have already spotted some surprises early in the campaign.  The bulk of the show revolves around a Bleacher Report story by Lyle Richardson (with some help) regarding a way too early 2023 mock draft.  We dive into the first 20 picks, and identify some surprises, some too high picks, some too low and a lack of defensemen.  We have results of two Twitter polls, one around the strongest defense in the East and another regarding Patrick Kane staying in Chicago in a chase for the all time points lead for the Blackhawks.  We touch on the Ian Cole investigation and a quick update on Brad Marchand.  Everyone enjoy the new season, and give us a listen.  Let us know what you think and Enjoy the Show!

Episode 0290: Opening Night; Grzelcyk on the Mend; Barzal, Weegar Extensions; Robertson Signs; Swayman No. 1?; Oilers Win the Cup?; TopDownHockey Predictions; Proposed Kane Deal and More!

We are less than a week from the start of the season so the excitement is at a fever pitch.  We delve into what the opening night lineup could look like for the Boston Bruins.  Matt Grzelcyk could be back sooner than expected, as could Taylor Hall.  Matthew Barzal and Mackenzie Weegar have signed extensions with their respective clubs and Jason Robertson has finally signed with the Stars.  Nick Goss feels the B's would be best served with Swayman at number one in net.  Greg Wyshynski predicts that the Oilers will win the Cup, but Chris disagrees.  TopDownHockey has laid out their predictions for the Division rankings at the end of the season and Kevin Paul Dupont has spitballed a trade for Patrick Kane, but we shot down the deal based on what would be heading back to Chicago.  So much covered and lots more to discuss, so listen, comment and Enjoy the Show!

Episode 0289: Buoy Joins the NHL; Stars’ Situation; Our Predictions; Marner on ”D”; B’s Roster Predictions; Erik Karlsson Trade Re-Visited and More!

The NHL season is almost upon us, and pre-season games are happening!  With that in mind, we dive into some rather deep predictions for the upcoming NHL season.  Buoy has finally joined the Kraken organization however Jason Robertson still hasn't joined the Stars.  We discuss this as well as the state of the Dallas organization.  One of our predictions led to a conversation regarding the Leafs using Mitch Marner on defense.  We delve into the Bruins roster and make predictions on who will make the big club out of camp.  Finally, we re-visit one of the biggest trades in NHL history that saw Erik Karlsson go to San Jose which has set up the Senators for years to come.  All this and a Twitter Poll to boot!  So much to discuss and comment on so listen and Enjoy the Show!

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Episode 0288: Lundkvist Trade; Gallagher Presser; Seth Jones; Grzelcyk Recovering; Stralman PTO; Chara Retires; Harrison to Jrs; Game 1 Recap; Twitter Poll Results and More!

Training camps are underway!  We start with a sneaky trade that has Lundkvist moving from the Rangers to Dallas.  Brendan Gallagher gave a press conference and Seth Jones sat down for an interview.  We break them all down.  Matt Grzelcyk is recovering nicely from his shoulder surgery and talks about where he is at.  The Bruins have issued a PTO to Anton Stralman who should be playing for the big club when the season starts.  Zdeno Chara has retired after signing a 1 day contract with the B's.  Brett Harrison has been sent back to Juniors and the first preseason game has taken place.   Finally, we discuss the results of the Twitter Poll from last week.  The season is fast approaching so give a listen and comment.  Enjoy the Show!

Episode 0287: Kane/Sharks Settle; Wheeler Stripped of ”C”; Kessel at 982; Roy Ejected; Ads on Jerseys; Yotes Youth; Lysell Coming Up; Gators at the ASG and More!

With one week before the NHL preseason games begin, we at the Two Man Forecheck are ramping up to the new season!  This week we discuss Evander Kane settling with the San Jose Sharks, Blake Wheeler being stripped of his captaincy and Phil Kessel at 982 games.  Patrick Roy was ejected from a QMJHL preseason game.  The NHL will have ads on jerseys starting this season.  We talk about the youth on the Coyotes and we have a Twitter Poll up (link below).  Shane Doan is taking a step back in the 'Yotes organization and the Vancouver Giants' head coach Michael Dyck expects that Fabian Lysell is done in the WHL.  Finally, we close with alligators at the NHL All Star Game!   Lots of content to discuss and don't forget to vote!  Enjoy the Show!

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Episode 0286: Subban on Tryout; NBC East Power Rankings; MAF to No. 2; Allen Extension; Miller to HoF; Peterka, Lapierre, Stutzle; B’s Youth; Owen Power and More!

As vacation ends for Chris, we return to the traditional Two Man Forecheck to discuss all things hockey.  Subban is on a tryout with the B's and we touch on other unsigned veterans.  NBC has released a power ranking for the Eastern Conference and we discuss placements.  Jake Allen and the Habs are discussing extension.  Ryan Miller is going into the U.S. Hockey Hall of Fame and we talk about all this year's class.  Sabres have signed J.J. Peterka, the Sens have extended Stutzle and Hendrix Lapierre talks openly about his off season workouts.  We touch on the B's youth cracking the lineup based on a Kevin Paul Dupont article and we talk about Owen Power of the Sabres (see story below).  Oh yeah, and we talk about what Kadri signing means for the Flames.  A jam packed show with lots to comment on, so give a listen and Enjoy

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NIls Lundqvist, Dmitri Kulikov& The Cap Compliance trade for Future Considerations, Boston Bruins Options and Worries, Unsigned RFAs, Tage Thompson & More

Chris should be back next week which means the utter lack of supervision for Mike/PuckSage is over. This week he babbled about a landing spot for Rangers prospect Nils Lundqvist, a PTO for the undrafted Keltie Jeri-Leon in Boston, there's mention of the WJC, Jason Robertson, PK Subban, the Calgary Flames, Edmonton Oilers, Dallas Stars, Vegas Golden Knights and more. 

Episode 0284: UFA’s Unsigned; John Scott Tweet re: JT Miller; Lehner Out; Lysell Poll; Oshawa Generals; Sammy Davis Signs; PHF to Canada National Team; Which Player Tweet; World Juniors & More!

As we inch closer to the new NHL season, the Two Man Forecheck continues to keep you informed.  This week we talk unsigned UFAs, a John Scott Tweet regarding JT Miller which leads into a discussion about the Vancouver Canucks.  Robin Lehner is out for the season with hip surgery.  We break down our Fabian Lysell Twitter Poll.  The Oshawa Generals are hosting a Future Generals camp and Brett Harrison will be in attendance.  The Boston Pride have re-signed Sammy Davis of Pembroke, Mass.  Also, two Pride teammates are currently with the Canadian National Team camp.  Which player would you choose if you needed a 100 point player...we discuss, and we talk World Juniors and add our spin on how the tournament should be set up.  Lots on the table so give a listen and Enjoy the Show!