In this episode of Empty the Bench, Nick and Mac discuss their weekend adventures, including a snowy day filled with hockey and pizza. They dive into what NHL teams are thankful for this season, touching on the Toronto Maple Leafs, Pittsburgh Penguins, and San Jose Sharks. The conversation shifts to concerns about the upcoming Olympic hockey tournament, particularly regarding the ice surface size. They also highlight Tage Thompson's impressive retribution in a recent game. The hosts answer mailbox questions from listeners, covering various NHL insights and predictions. Finally, they recap the week for the Washington Capitals and provide updates on NCAA hockey.

Chapters

00:00 Weekend Recap and Snow Day Nostalgia

01:03 Thanksgiving Gratitude in the NHL

08:45 Olympic Hockey Concerns

14:20 Surprising NHL Standings

16:20 Tage Thompson's Retribution

17:58 Mailbox Highlights and Fan Reactions

25:04 Weekly Recap: Capitals' Performance

28:25 Analyzing Upcoming Games and Standings

31:12 NCAA Hockey Updates and Highlights

32:42 Trivia Time: Four-Goal Games in the NHL

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