Two Man Forecheck

Episode 0323: Vegas’ Closeout Issues; Jake Oettinger & Max Domi; Jordan Staal UFA; Briere & the Flyers; Toronto GM Ferris Wheel; IIHF Tourney; Joe Veleno; Joe Pa Tops; Saros Goes to the Dogs & More!

Well, the Dallas Stars are proving more stubborn than we thought.  The West has still not been settled so the Panthers sit and wait for an opponent.  He at the Forecheck, we wait for no man and submit yet another exciting episode for your listening pleasure.  We start in Vegas, where they are apparently having some difficulty closing out said Stars.  Could this be a pattern of their head coach?  Jake Oettinger has been stellar in elimination games and Max Domi has proven to be a valuable dead line acquired asset.  Jordan Staal is a UFA, but where would be his best landing spot?  Daniel Briere has stated that he is open to trading the "savior" of the franchise, Carter Hart after admitting that the team is definitely in a rebuild.  Toronto has purchased their ticket to the GM Ferris Wheel and are getting back in line for multiple turns as they interview many candidates.  The IIHF Tourney is almost over and we have the updates.  Joe Veleno was suspended during the group stage for an unforgivable act and will miss the rest of the tourney.  Joe Pavelski, at 38, is the leader for post season goals scored.  Finally, Juuse Saros has raised, with the franchise's help, $50,000 for Wags and Walks Nashville.  Lots of variety this week so give a listen and tell us what's on your mind.  Enjoy the Show!

Episode 0322: Coyotes Rejected; Forsyth County; Bergy’s Disk; Crosby’s Vacation; IIHF Tourney; PHF Glow-up; Iranian Nat’l Team; Kyle Dubas; Twitter Polls & More!

With the conference finals underway, we are streaking toward the end of the season and there is still so much to talk about.  We start with the vote for the new home of the Coyotes which ended negatively for the franchise.  What do they do now and what cost them?  Is Forsyth County in Georgia the answer?  How about Salt Lake City?  Patrice Bergeron was suffering from a herniated disk which kept him out of the first four games of the playoffs.  Crosby, on vacation, made a 10 year old's year by posing for photos with the fam and paying for their meal.  The IIHF World Championships are taking place at the most opportune time, during the Stanley Cup playoffs.  The PHF has made a huge grab, signing Noora Raty out of Finland, the best goaltender in the world on the women's side.  The Iranian women's national team is putting the world on notice in the Asia & Oceania Championship.  Kyle Dubas has been fired by Toronto.  What lies next for him and the Leafs?  Finally we close with a couple of Twitter Polls (one not ours).  Lots of content to digest, so listen, let us know what you think and Enjoy the Show! 

Episode 0321: Bedard at 1?; Dubas/Keefe Done?; Landeskog Out For 23-24; Gallant Out, Who’s In?;

With the Eastern Conference settled and the West done tonight, we march on to the the next series with another episode.  Connor Bedard will most likely go number one, but we posit deals that might actually get the 'hawks to deal the first pick.  The Leafs have been ousted from the playoffs so have we seen the last of Dubas/Keefe?  Maybe not.  Landeskog will miss all of next season and Marc Methot went on Twitter to talk about the injury he suffers as Marc had the same surgery.  Gallant is out in NY, but who is in?  Mollie Walker gives us a list of candidates who could get the job.  Edmonton was eliminated in 6 games, however the big issue seemed to be with ESPN, who wouldn't move the game (not sure if they picked the start time) for more fans to watch it.  Zach Whitecloud accepted John Anderson's apology so what is the deal with Patrick Maroon and his not accepting Jack Edwards' apology?  Finally, we talk Lindy Ruff and Bruins' dev camp.  The link to our Twitter Poll regarding Connor Bedard is below, so vote, listen, comment and Enjoy the Show!

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Episode 0320: Bruins Requiem; OHL Sanctions Niagara; Gallant Out; Playoff All-Stars; Borowiecki Retires; Preds Turn 25; Clifton Out?; Marchy & Live Mics; Women’s World Para Event; Cole Knuble & More!

Round One is in the rear view and the second round is underway.  The playoffs continue to surprise with the two number one seeds out.  We keep the puck moving here with another edition of the Two Man Forecheck.  We start with a requiem for the Bruins and a break down of the second round matchups.  The OHL has hit the Niagara Ice Dogs with sanctions that just don't do enough.  Gerard Gallant is out in New York after two years.  Mike and Chris come up with playoff all stars of the first round.  Mark Borowiecki retires at 33.  The Predators turn 25 and Mike compliments Gary Bettman.  Connor Clifton may be out in Boston.  Brad Marchand doesn't like live microphones on the benches.  Women's World Para Ice Hockey Tournament will be taking place in August.  We talk Cole Knuble and Chris reminisces about high school.  Go Warriors!  Enjoy the Show!

Episode 0319: Playoff Recap; Hughes Interview; Cogliano Out; Slim JD Hand Pass?; Twitter Poll; Dubas & Bolts Fans; Colton Orr Extended; B’s/Panthers Series; Bowness Comments and More!

With the first round almost complete, we discuss those situations that have taken place so far, opening with a brief playoff recap.  Jack Hughes has shown that he belongs, not only with his play on the ice but in his interviews at the end of games.  Andrew Cogliano is ruled out for game 7 as he has reportedly suffered a broken neck after being hit by Jordan Eberle.  Jake DeBrusk's "hand pass" causes the B's to lose a goal scored in game 6, but should it have?  We go over Twitter Poll results indicating that the Rangers have more to lose if they were to be eliminated.  Kyle Dubas has a reaction to Bolts fans after a hit by O'Reilly on Point.  Colton Orr has been extended for another year as coach of the Connecticut Whale.  Will we see him behind an NHL bench at some point?  We take a deep dive into the Bruins/Panthers series and finally talk about Rick Bowness' comments after the Jets were eliminated. Still a lot to digest here so have a seat and listen before the final game 7s of the first round.  Enjoy the Show!

Episode 0318: Playoff Recaps; Roope Hintz; Josh Morrissey; Penguins Leadership; Jordan Kyrou; Bergeron’s 2nd Career; Twitter Poll Results (Laviolette); McAvoy’s Crutch and More!

The NHL Playoffs are in full swing and we continue driving toward the net.  We start with playoff recaps of all the matchups currently taking place.  The common thread among this year's playoffs has been the nastiness that is happening on the ice.  We discuss certain players that are having an impact on their respective matchups, such as Roope Hintz.  Josh Morrissey will miss the remainder of the first round after being hit.  We take a look at the leadership of the Pittsburgh Penguins and what it may mean for their future.  The Blues held a presser at which they talked about Jordan Kyrou needing to be more committed to winning.  Odd to be sure, we discuss how this may affect the team as a whole and Kyrou as an individual.  Patrice Bergeron has been out for the first 4 games but he is still involved as he has been texting with the coaching staff his observations.  Does he have a second career as a coach?  We look at our Twitter Poll results regarding Peter Laviolette and finish up with a frank discussion regarding Charlie McAvoy and his need for Matt Grzelcyk to be his linemate for success.  Give a listen, a comment and Enjoy the Show!

Episode 0317: Toews No Longer a ’Hawk; IIHF Women; Panthers Trolling; St. Louis/Armstrong; Coaching Carousel Turns; Playoff Matchups; Prospect Game BM & PB Best Buddies and More!

As we are on the cusp of the NHL Playoffs, we delve into the format the NHL got right.  Jonathan Toews has been told by the Chicago staff that they will not be re-signing him at the end of the season.  What does that mean for the 3 time cup winner?  The IIHF Women's World Championship final is tonight (04/16).  It is a familiar matchup between the U.S. and Canada.  The Panthers appear to be trolling the B's with their "mini mic" segment on Twitter (link below).  The Blues and Doug Armstrong can't seem to get themselves right now that the season is over.  Worried about captains and Doug stating that he doesn't relate to the younger players leaves us worried for the St. Louis franchise.  We discuss the coaches that have been fired since the season ended.  We also take a deeper dive into the matchups and identify what each time needs to do to be successful in their first round.  The Top Prospect game for next year has already been scheduled and we recommend a read from the NHL website talking about the relationship between Patrice Bergeron and Brad Marchand.  Lots of content to keep us busy (and a poll question below) until puck drop so give a listen and Enjoy the Show!

https://twitter.com/FlaPanthers/status/1647315237652119553

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Episode 0316: Caps Rebuild?; The Nuge; Lohrei, Hughes Sign; Quinnipiac Champs; Joel Eriksson Ek Out; Mr. TNT; B’s Record Chase; Sidney Crosby & More!

As we face the last week of the regular season, there are still a couple things up in the air...playoff spots, who will play, records to be broken, etc.  We dive into these topics and more as we start with what may be a tough time for Ovechkin as his Washington Capitals may be facing something he was promised would not happen...a rebuild.  There is another top tier player on the Oilers who isn't getting much hype...Ryan Nugent-Hopkins.  Mason Lohrei and Luke Hughes have signed deals (albeit different types) with the teams that drafted them.  Quinnipiac has won the NCAA college ice hockey championship...Congrats on a great season!  Joel Ericksson Ek is out week to week after blocking a shot.  What does that mean for the Wild?  TNT had the B's/Blues broadcast and it was hockey gold when Paul Bissonette interviewed Brad Marchand.  Does hockey need more of this personality?  Yes.  Is the record chase for the Bruins a good or bad thing?  We break it down.  Finally, Sidney Crosby is the 6th fastest in league history to 1500 points.  Congrats Sid!  Still packing the show so come on in and give a listen.  Enjoy the Show!

Episode 0315: Potential 1st Round Matchups; ’Hawks Tanking Right; Tkachuk for Hart?; Twitter Poll Results; Jack Adams Award; Keefe, Bunting, Matthews & More!

The end of the regular season is in sight and we start looking at potential first round matchups.  There are a couple that may be too close to call and the Central could look entirely different by our next show.  We talk about the Blackhawks and how they are tanking "right".  Matthew Tkachuk is dragging the Panthers into a potential playoff spot.  Does that garner him some Hart consideration?  We think so.  Three Twitter polls (two of our own) bear some discussion.  Should Binnington be bought out?  Who would you keep Eichel or Stone (thank you @GoldenKnights) and finally who should win the Jack Adams, which led to a discussion of how many coaches could garner consideration.  There was a tweet showing Michael Bunting ignoring Sheldon Keefe on the bench leading to a discussion about tuning out the coach leading to a discussion about Auston Matthews and where he could be in the future.  Below is the link leading to the picture of Tuukka Rask that we talk about during the show.  It can be unsettling for B's fans so have a laugh and Enjoy the Show!

https://twitter.com/_TyAnderson/status/1643330562201886720

 

Episode 0314: B’s & Mr. Marchand; PHF & Isobel Cup; Women’s Nat’l Team; Binnington Buyout?; Twitter Poll; Alaska Nanooks; Cost per Point; Tage Thompson; Player Poll; Vrana, Duclair and More!

With ten (or so) games remaining in the season, the playoffs are almost upon us.  We open with a brief comment on the B's and Brad Marchand.  The Isobel Cup final is today (the 26th) and we talk about the growth of women's hockey, including the Women's National Team Evaluation Week.  The IIHF Championship squad will be selected from this group.  Binnington has won a Stanley Cup, but should the Blues buy him out this off-season, or find some other way to move on from him after his on-ice behaviors of recent?  We delve into Twitter Poll results regarding a first round matchup with the Bruins and we talk about the Alaska Nanooks.  They just missed out on a spot in the NCAA tournament, but had a successful season to be sure.  We touch briefly on a fun stat...cost per point...and point out its flaws.  Tage Thompson has the opportunity to become the tallest player in the NHL to have a 50 goal/100 point season.  We delve into the player poll results, talk about Jakub Vrana's recent history in the NHL and Anthony Duclair and his foundation.  A deep show to be certain so listen and Enjoy the Show!