Two Man Forecheck

Episode 0276: Cassidy Fired/Hired; Sweeney at the Helm; Jeremy Lauzon; Norm Bazin; Seravalli List; Dylan Strome; SCF Recaps; Bill Haslam; Sam Stern Poll and More!

Two games into the Stanley Cup Final and we haven't seen the real Lightning as of yet.  We start in Boston, where the head coach was fired but has since been hired by the Vegas Golden Knights.  Torts has been hired in Philly but the B's have still not named a new coach.  A couple outside the box names we have come up with include Norm Bazin and Doug Houda. Mike still wants Marco Sturm. Michael Traikos of the Toronto Sun opines that he was fired for winning too much.  Jeremy Lauzon was extended by the Preds, a solid move on their part.  Frank Seravalli has published a list of top 30 trade targets which is very inclusive, and we give a couple names that intrigue us.  Dylan Strome may be moved by the 'Hawks, but its not definite.  We recap the first two games of the final and discuss how Tampa Bay have struggled mightily.  Bill Haslam,  former Tennessee governor will buy the Nashville Predators and Sam Stern has published a poll that asks if the Ranger should trade Kakko to sign Vatrano.  A strong show to be sure, but let us know what you think and Enjoy the Show!

Episode 0275: IIHF Womens’ Tourney; Top 50 UFAs; Michael Misa; Igor Shesterkin; Cassidy Fired; SC Final Matchup; NHL Awards Show and More!

...And then there were two!  We have ourselves a Stanley Cup Final, which we break down and make picks, but before that we discuss other timely topics.  The IIHF Womens' Tourney is taking place, but doesn't appear to be television worthy.  We discuss Frank Seravalli's top 50 UFAs and there are a couple issues we have with the list.  Michael Misa has been granted exceptional status by the OHL and will be playing as a 15 year old.  Igor Shesterkin has broken a record for goal tenders playing in their first 20 playoff games, yet another accolade for the young net minder.  Bruce Cassidy has been fired by the Boston Bruins we delve deeper and look at replacements, with thanks to our friend Ty Anderson of 98.5.  Finally, we talk about the atrocity that is the NHL Awards show.  Their presentation of the season awards is in question and we break down the mistakes.  Again a fun show so sit back, listen and Enjoy the Show!

Episode 0274: ECF/WCF Recaps; Conn Smyth; PWHPA New League; Lindgren Love; Kadri Out; Broken Bruins; ’Yotes in Tempe; Another Coach for Philly and More!

With both the Eastern and Western Conferences in full swing, we give recaps on both and discuss potential Conn Smyth award winners.  The PWHPA is creating a new league and has some heavyweight backing in their potential launch.  We show Ryan Lindgren some much needed love for his play during these playoffs.  Nazem Kadri will be out for the rest of the conference finals due to a hit from Evander Kane.  The Boston Bruins have multiple players getting surgeries this off season, and that is just the tip of the iceberg for the franchise.  They also lost an assistant head coach to the college ranks.  The Coyotes have moved one small step closer to having a new home in Tempe, Arizona and the Flyers have another potential head coaching candidate on the list of those who are interested in the job.  Lots to discuss, so listen, comment and Enjoy the Show!

Episode 0273: Marchand Has Surgery; UMass Summer Camps; Playoffs Recap; Summer of Kadri; ’Yotes Home Woes; Torts Interviews; Deadline Moves and More!

With the Conference Finals almost set, we delve into the next round of the playoffs with the West ready and the East waiting for a second team.  Brad Marchand has surgery on both hips and will be out 4 to 6 months.  UMass is holding summer camps for young players born between 2002 and 2008.  This will be the summer of Nazem Kadri as he is a UFA.  His wife, Ashley has released some tweets received during the Avs/Blues series and she doesn't block out names.  The Coyotes have hit another snag in their attempt to find a new home.  John Tortorella has interviewed with the Philadelphia Flyers for their vacant Head Coaching position and we break down all the deadline moves and their impact on the playoff teams they were traded to in March.  Lots of fun topics so let us know what you think and Enjoy the Show!

Episode 0272: East/West Recaps; Girard/Binnington Out; Bowness Out; McDonagh; Forsberg; Mikyla Grant Mentis Record Contract; PHF/PWHPA and More!

Lots of hockey to talk so we jump right in.  We recap the Eastern and Western Conferences.  Girard is out for the remainder of the playoffs after being injured by Barbashev.  Binnington left and will miss game 4 after being hit by Kadri and Rosen.  Is Dustin Brown a hall of famer?  Bowness steps aside. Mikyla Grant-Mentis signs a record contract in the PHF.  The PHF and PWPHA still at odds.  Filip Forsberg is a UFA, where could he land?  Ryan McDonagh holds the record for blocked shots in the playoffs and the PHF has a new commissioner.  So much going on, so listen, comment and Enjoy the Show!

Episode 0271: Playoff Breakdowns; NHL Awards Announced; Dustin Brown Retires; Bergeron Retiring? McAvoy for Norris and More!

Great show for the second week of the NHL Playoffs.  We have six of eight series complete and the second round coming around the corner.  We break down all the first round matchups and results, with a little discussion of round two.  We take a look at the NHL Awards that have been announced...the Lindsay, the Norris and the Calder.  We even touch on the Vezina.  Dustin Brown has called it a career, having announced it prior to the playoffs.  Charlie McAvoy may never win a Norris Trophy, according to Fluto Shinzawa and Patrice Bergeron has not made a decision yet on his future with the Bruins or the NHL.  Few topics, but lots of content so give a listen, tell us what you think, check out the Twitter Poll and Enjoy the Show!

Episode 0270: Playoff Predictions; Brown Retiring; Blashill Out; Race for 32; Sens Questions; Lucius Signs; Imama First Goal; Zboril Rehabing; Knights Fans Speak Out and More!

The Playoffs will start tomorrow, Monday and we are the better for it.  We make our predictions for the first round. Dustin Brown has announced that he will retire at the end of the season, whenever that is for the Kings.  Jeff Blashill is the first coaching chip to fall, but there will be more to come.  Arizona has lost the race for 32, and they still need a home for next season.  The Senators have many questions to answer in the off-season.  Chaz Lucius has chosen to leave the University of Minnesota and signed with the Jets.  Boko Imama scored his first NHL goal for the Coyotes, and what a pretty goal it was.  His family was in attendance for the event.  Jakub Zboril is rehabbing and may return to the Bruins in the second round.  Finally, the Golden Knights fans have started a petition to replace Peter DeBoer, the head coach.  Lots to tap into and talk about so listen, comment and Enjoy the Show!

Episode 0269: Playoffs; Pasta at 500; IIHF Women; Kappo Kakko; Guy Lafleur; Bloody Monday; Jordan Dumais; Hockey in Mexico; Duchene at 40; Georgi Merkulov, Dryden McKay; PWHPA; Flyers Sued and More!

With the playoffs around the corner, we start with a frank discussion of the playoff teams.  Pastrnak is 3rd fastest in Bruins history to 500 points.  The IIHF is ready to start the women's tournament in June in Wisconsin.  Kappo Kakko could be a victim of his own injuries.  Guy Lafleur has passed away.  We break down some coaches that could be on the chopping block at the end of the season.  Jordan Dumais of the Halifax Mooseheads has a 6 assist night.  The L.A. Kings appear to be investing in hockey in Mexico.  Matt Duchene has beaten Filip Forsberg to be the first in Predators franchise history with forty goals by one game.  Georgi Merkulov gets the nod from Kirk Luedeke as the number one center prospect for the Bruins.  Hobey Baker award winner Dryden McKay has been suspended for six months for a banned substance.  The PWPHA will be starting its own women's hockey league and two trainers are suing the Philadelphia Flyers after being exposed to chemicals from the Zamboni that has resulted in their testing positive for cancer.  A packed show to be sure, so give a listen and tell us what you think.  Enjoy the Show!

Episode 0268: York Retires; Fehr Screws Up; John Carlson Love; The Selke; Kyle Okposo Resurgence; Bossy Passes Away; Connor McMichael; Twitter Poll and More!

As we start this Easter Sunday, we reflect on players that have passed, players that are having a resurgence and a coach that should be celebrated in retirement.  Jerry York, coach of the Boston College Eagles has retired.  Donald Fehr and the NHLPA are deciding whether to release results of the NHL's internal investigation into the Brad Aldrich debacle.  We give love to John Carlson and dote on the stats put out by Shayna Goldman of the Athletic regarding the Selke Award.  We took notice of Kyle Okposo's resurgence this season as he has reached the 20 goal mark and others that have been reinvigorated.  Mike Bossy has passed away and the NHL has lost a great player and ambassador of the game.  We break down the issue of Connor McMichael of the Capitals and finish up with our Twitter Poll from last week regarding the Rangers catching the 'Canes.  Give a listen, Enjoy the Show and have a great Easter!

Episode 0267: Pride Isobel Cup Champs; Getzlaf Retiring; Foligno Retiring?; Kings Playoffs; Eichel; Goalie Poll; Huberdeau Milestone; Denver NCAA Champs; Dryden McKay; Conor Bedard and More!

Heated discussion this week highlights the show this week.  The Boston Pride repeat as Isobel Cup Champions, starting the dynasty talk in Boston.  Ryan Getzlaf has announced his retirement at the end of this season, further dwindling the number of active players still in the league from the 2003 draft.  A local Boston host intimated that Nick Foligno may have played his last game in Columbus, raising the question about his future.  The Kings are playing important games now as they gear up for the playoffs.  We have a spirited discussion over our Twitter Poll this week.  Should the B's have acquired a playoff veteran net minder?  Huberdeau has hit another milestone, getting 100 points, the first time it has happened in the Panthers history.  The Denver Pioneers have won the NCAA Championship.  The Minnesota State Mavericks goalie, Dryden McKay is undrafted and should have received offers by now.  Finally we talk about other prospects including Conor Bedard.  Lively show for all to listen, comment on and Enjoy!