Puck Podcast

Alexander Ovechkin’s farewell tour headlines a wild opening week as the Washington Capitals’ icon announces his final NHL season. Are the Florida Panthers’ playoff damaged by Alexander Barkov’s latest injury? The Detroit Red Wings spiral into chaos amid “Sell the Team” chants and Simon Edvinsson’s trade demand. Can Toronto’s blockbuster deal for Kirill Marchenko stabilize their season? Eddie Garcia and guest host Alex Wiederspiel offer sharp insights into Igor Shesterkin’s historic goalie goal for the New York Rangers, and Evan Bouchard’s record-setting start for the Edmonton Oilers. Hot topics include the fallout from key injuries across the league, Boston Bruins’ new captain David Pastrnak, and the shifting battle for playoff spots in the Metropolitan Division. Don’t miss this fast-paced breakdown of the NHL’s top stories and early-season surprises. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Columbus Blue Jackets lock up young forward Adam Fantilli with a six-year, $82.5 million deal, making him the franchise’s highest-paid player. Will this blockbuster contract help propel Columbus in the right direction? Eddie Garcia and Hart Stoffman discuss the evolving NHL salary landscape, and Dylan Larkin’s expanding list of trade destinations. In preseason action rookie Ivar Stenberg dazzles with a hat trick for the San Jose Sharks. Key discussions include the latest on Connor Hellebuyck’s standoff with the Winnipeg Jets, new captaincies for Macklin Celebrini and Mikael Granlund, and the NHL cracking down on jersey regulations?! Plus a Central Division preview and an over/under point totals for every NHL team. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

The Winnipeg Jets suspend Connor Hellebuyck after the star goaltender refuses to report for training camp. Can Hellebuyck’s gamble force a blockbuster trade, or will the Jets hold firm and wait for the right deal...no matter how long it takes. Eddie Garcia and Jeff Ponder debate the fallout in Manitoba, break down the latest updates on Dylan Larkin’s future with the Detroit Red Wings, and analyze Cutter Gauthier’s surprising new deal with the Anaheim Ducks. Plus, hear the latest coaching extensions, and the inside scoop on key injuries, including Matthew Barzal and Brad Marchand. Also, Division previews continue with a look at the Atlantic Division as the Montreal Canadiens, Tampa Bay Lightning, Florida Panthers, and Buffalo Sabres battle for dominance. The hosts spotlight Nikita Kucherov’s contract situation, Toronto Maple Leafs’ roster overhaul, and the high expectations for Montreal’s young core. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Montreal Canadiens land Chris Kreider after the Anaheim Ducks terminate his contract, shaking up the NHL preseason buzz. Are the Ducks making the right moves to remain cap compliant after the blockbuster Leo Carlsson offer sheet? Eddie Garcia and Thomas Harrington debate Kreider’s impact in Montreal, Anaheim’s rapidly changing roster, and the pressure rising on Ducks management to finalize a Cutter Gauthier deal before the deadline. The Pacific Division preview spotlights the Vegas Golden Knights’ Mark Stone extension, the Calgary Flames’ uncertain rebuild, Connor McDavid’s future with the Edmonton Oilers under Mike Babcock, and whether the San Jose Sharks are poised for a breakout. Plus, injury news threatens the LA Kings’ depth, retirements from John Klingberg and Connor Ingram, and the latest on the Detroit Red Wings’ GM and Dylan Larkin saga. Is this the most volatile division heading into the new NHL season? Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

In the first period special guest co-host Alex Wiederspiel joins Eddie Garcia to discuss the sad news involving Arizona State hockey player Matthew Mayich, the Zeev Buium contract and the rest of the news from the past week in the NHL. In the second period we start our division previews with a look at the Metropolitan Division. In the third period we read listener e-mails plus give you a recap of the Puck Podcast Hockey game. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.