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We recap and give you thoughts on the NHL Trade deadline. Who were the winners and losers. Nick Schmaltz signed an extension to remain in Utah. The Buffalo Sabres are leading the Atlantic?! Preview your fantasy hockey week for 3/16/26. #NHL #hockey #hockeypodcast #tradedeadline

Join Dac and Canadaddy for some hard-hitting NHL talk. We discuss Hiller get fired in Los Angeles, Kyle Dubas is at it again with another trade. Joel Quenneville becomes the second coach in NHL history to eclipse 1000 wins. We recap the Olympics, what's next for Team Canada? The NHL Trade deadline is fast approaching what players will be on the move? We take a snapshot of the current playoff picture and more. @oldecitysportsnetwork #nhl #hockey #hockeypodcast #tradedeadline #fantasyhockey

Everything you need to know about Team USA and Team Canada heading into their clash for the 2026 Olympic Men's Hockey Finals. The USA are looking to end a 40-year gold-less drought, while Canada is looking to establish their dominance as the top hockey nation. @oldecitysportsnetwork #hockey #olympics #teamusa #teamcanada #nationalteam #hockeypodcast

Join the fellas on a round table discussion all things hockey. We breakdown the Artemi Panarin trade to the LA Kings. Gavin McKenna may find himself behind bars for assault what we know so far. Barry Trotz is stepping down from his GM duties in Nashville. The Devils and Blues make a swap, and the NHL announced their 3 stars of the week. @oldecitysportsnetwork #nhl #hockey #hockeypodcast #podcast

Join the Between the Benches hosts as we break down the Olympic Rosters. We discuss the major players in the upcoming Olympic games. Check out the format of the tournament and OT rules. We end by giving predictions for all the medals and top performers we expect in this year's Olympic games. #hockey #olympics #olympichockey #canada #usa #germany #sweden #finland #czech

Join Graham, Brock, and Dac as we go around the rink to discuss trending NHL topics. We dive into the Jackson LaCombe replacing Seth Jones news, Artemi Panarin's best fit, Josh Doan gets an extension in Buffalo. We give you our BTB Power Rankings the top five teams in the NHL. Get smarter with Talk Staty to me, check your fantasy line-ups and adds with the Fantasy Corner and more! #nhlpodcast #hockeypodcast #nhl #rangers #anaheimducks #oldecitysportsnetwork

Oldecitysportsnetwork: Between the Benches Join the boys on a trip around the NHL, we discuss the next move for the Jackets. NHL 3 stars for the week. Brock has completed the Pointless Player Draft. Is Rick Tocchet the right coach for Philly's young core? He has a track record with players under 25. We discuss it this week in Fach's Focus. Checkout the Fantasy Corner for the week of 1/19/26. #nhl #hockeypodcast #hockey

Danault heads back to Montreal, the ECHL is on strike starting 12/26, NHL 3 Stars. We hand out gifts to current NHL teams for the holidays. Try your hand at NHL X-mas game stats. Fantasy corner for 12/29. #NHL #hockeypodcast #hockeypod #hockey #hockeyfans

Join us as we discuss the most recent NHL Trades. Jarry and Skinner trade places and then play against each other. Quinn Hughes makes his home in Minnesota now, what this means for Minnesota. The Sabres make some changes at surprise to no one. We hand out another edition of Fach's focus, we get smarter with Talk Staty to me, test your knowledge! See who made the Naughty or Nice list in the Fantasy Corner, and the Bin and handing out the C. #nhl #nhlpodcast #hockeypodcast #OldeCitySportsNetwork

Join the fellas as we discuss the debacle taking place in Italy. As we inch closer to the Olympics the arena is more in question that ever. Tyler Seguin is going to miss the rest of the season. Can the Av's break the All-time wins record? Are the St. Louis Blues a ticking fire sale bomb? Get smarter with Talky Staty to me. We introduce Fach's Focus as a new segment. Check out the Bin and C too!

Join the fellas as we discuss the Kempe signing for the Kings, we talk about some freak injuries for Jack Hughes and Eetu Luostarinen. We take a look at the playoff standings and see who could be in or out. Increase your NHL stat knowledge with Talk Staty to me, and we check out the Fantasy corner for Thanksgiving week. #nhlhockey #fantasyhockey #hockeypodcast #nhl

Join the fellas for an update on all things NHL. We discuss the injury news of Auston Matthews, Zach Hyman is due to return for the Oilers this week. The NHL released its 3 stars of the week. We give you a snapshot of what the league storylines so far this year. Partake in our annual Pointless Player Draft and get smarter with Talk Staty to Me and the Fantasy Corner! #NHL #hockey #hockeypodcast

Join the fellas on a trip through the weekly recap of the NHL. We discuss Hart going to Vegas, he's eligible to return 12/01/25. Marchand's homecoming victory, Blue Jackets statement win and more. Catch up on your NHL stats with Talk Staty to Me. We preview fantasy hockey week 10/27/2025. We discuss the panic meter on players.

Join the fellas on a round trip around the NHL. We recap the Tkachuk injury, Markstrom is going to miss time. Lane Hutson signed an extension with Montreal, what this means for the rest of the league. The NHL handed out its first edition of 3 stars of the week. Who's off to hot starts this year? Who is off to not hot starts this year? We did into league trivia with "Talk staty to me", see who got points this week. We preview your upcoming fantasy hockey week and Canadaddy gives you his panic meter on players.

Join us for a recap of the NHL opening night games from Tuesday. We look ahead and give you our predictions for the upcoming 2025/2026 season where each team will finish. We preview and make our picks for the season awards with odds.

We wrap up our report card series with the Atlantic Division, some are calling it the boom or bust division. We discuss the passing of Ken Dryden, and we recap the new salary cap rules in place for the coming season. Check out who is in the Bin and who is getting the C this week!

Philadelphia Phantom Hall of Famer Frank Bialowas stops by to chat with the boys about the game of hockey. We discuss everything from his famous nickname to the state of the game today versus the 1990's. Frank takes us down memory lane with some of his most memorable fights and time spent as one of the greatest hockey enforcers of all time.

The fellas do a recap of the 2025 Metro Division, was CBJ the biggest shock of this division? Are the Caps set up for long term success? McKenna to the Islanders? Listen here and find out, we also have our C's and Bin's.

Check out our exclusive interview with Columbus Blue Jacket's studio and radio host Dylan Tyrer. Dylan joined us to talk about the Jacket's draft. Relive some of his best calls, discussed what it is like working for the jackets on a day-to-day basis and dealing with players and coaches. Ever wonder about the CBJ cannon Dylan gives us some insight on that too!

Join the threesome this week for discussing Team Canada members found non-guilty and what this means for their playing careers moving forward. The fellas also dive into the Central division and hand out report cards from the 2025 season. Everything from the President's trophy to the biggest swing and miss in NHL history.

Join the fellas for a breakdown and recap of the 2025 season for the Pacific Division. We hand out grades for all the teams and see who had the highest graded season out of are panel.

Join the fellas for a breakdown and recap of the 2025 season for the Pacific Division. We hand out grades for all the teams and see who had the highest graded season out of are panel.

Join the boys around the league, recapping the new CBA agreement taking place on 2026. We welcome @DrewDekes on the show to discuss Montreal's moves so far this offseason. We go over the winners and losers of the 2025 NHL Draft.

Join the boys around the league, recapping the new CBA agreement taking place on 2026. We welcome @DrewDekes on the show to discuss Montreal's moves so far this offseason. We go over the winners and losers of the 2025 NHL Draft.

Join the boys and our special guest Cody France (Dallas homer) on going around the rink and discussing Dallas's latest moves, Duchene is staying put and Marchment is on his way to Seattle. Zetterlund resigns with the Senators, Roman Josi came out and mentioned his battle with POTS syndrome. Lastly Erik Haula got dealt to the Predators too. We also discuss the greatness of the Florida Panthers, all the records set. This team was dominate in every fashion, Paul Maurice set some records himself and are they the way too early pick for the cup next year?

Join Dac, Canadaddy, and Mike on a trip around the rink for the NHL. We discuss Connor Hellebuyck taking home the Hart and Vezina, we talk about Malkin playing his last season for the Penguins in 2026, Are the Rangers poised to make another big splash before the draft? We also preview Game 6 and what needs to change for the Oilers to push this series to Game 7.

We go around the rink, discussing Tj Oshie hanging his skates up for good. We take a look back at his career, including the 2014 winter Olympics. Lane Hutson takes down the Calder trophy, we look through the record setting season for the rookie D-man. Spencer Carberry takes home the Jack Adams award, Jack Adams winners in the past haven't lasted long with their team, is he in Washington for the long haul? Cale Makar wins his second Norris trophy in his career. The Calder Cup finals are slated to start on Friday the 13th featuring Canucks and Checkers in the AHL. We recap the Stanley Cup finals through the first 3 games, what has to change for EDM to get back on the winning ways? We give you our Conn Smythe picks and insights for the rest of the series.

We go around the rink, discussing Tj Oshie hanging his skates up for good. We take a look back at his career, including the 2014 winter Olympics. Lane Hutson takes down the Calder trophy, we look through the record setting season for the rookie D-man. Spencer Carberry takes home the Jack Adams award, Jack Adams winners in the past haven't lasted long with their team, is he in Washington for the long haul? Cale Makar wins his second Norris trophy in his career. The Calder Cup finals are slated to start on Friday the 13th featuring Canucks and Checkers in the AHL. We recap the Stanley Cup finals through the first 3 games, what has to change for EDM to get back on the winning ways? We give you our Conn Smythe picks and insights for the rest of the series.

Join the fellas with special guest appearances from Cadeyn McCrory from OldeCity and Mike Napoletano from "On the Rise". We recap the hiring of Lane Lambert and Dane Muse. We recap game one and the Oilers comeback over the Panthers. We give our series picks, and odds. Does the Cup come home to Canada? Check out who made it to the Bin and who is wearing the C.

Join the fellas on recapping the IIHF World Championships, Tage Thompson the US hero! Islanders and Bruins have their new head coaches, how do they fit? The state of Florida is representing the East for the 6th straight season, we recap the ECF and how the Cats tamed the Canes. The Oilers are owing the Stars, Skinner and RNH are playing on another level. Check out who got put in the bin and who got the C.

Join the fellas on recapping the IIHF World Championships, Tage Thompson the US hero! Islanders and Bruins have their new head coaches, how do they fit? The state of Florida is representing the East for the 6th straight season, we recap the ECF and how the Cats tamed the Canes. The Oilers are owing the Stars, Skinner and RNH are playing on another level. Check out who got put in the bin and who got the C.

Join the boys on discussing the Blackhawks hiring a new coach, The Leafs are making changes, The Florida Panthers look unbeatable, and the Stars have their mojo mojoing... and much more!

We have gathered here today to mourn the loss of beleafing. The boys break down what went wrong for Toronto and discuss how the Cats took care of business in Game 7. We take a quick peak ahead to the start of the ECF starting Tuesday night with the Canes and Cats. We recap the game 6 thriller between the Jets and Stars and preview the war that should take place between Edmonton and Dallas.

We have a very different Canadaddy on this episode, how the mighty have fallen and how the Leafs traveled back to the team of old, do they get this series to a game 7? The Oilers look unstoppable, everyone is contributing. We talk about the Finnish connection that is powering Dallas. The Canes are taking care of business with the Caps and look to end the series. The fellas discuss the recent coaching hires by the Ducks, Flyers, and Canucks. What does it mean for each team? The Kings have a new GM and if you can't beat them join them. Check out why the Jets and Senators are in the Bin this week, and what BTB fans are given the C this week!

We have a very different Canadaddy on this episode, how the mighty have fallen and how the Leafs traveled back to the team of old, do they get this series to a game 7? The Oilers look unstoppable, everyone is contributing. We talk about the Finnish connection that is powering Dallas. The Canes are taking care of business with the Caps and look to end the series. The fellas discuss the recent coaching hires by the Ducks, Flyers, and Canucks. What does it mean for each team? The Kings have a new GM and if you can't beat them join them. Check out why the Jets and Senators are in the Bin this week, and what BTB fans are given the C this week!

The second round is underway and our resident leaves homer is feelin' himself. We recap both games in the series so far. How can Florida get back in it? The Utah Hockey Club is no more, allow us to introduce the Utah Mammoth, Rob Blake is out of a job, is Jim Hiller next? We recap the amazing game 7's from the weekend and check in on the Western conference playoff games. Who would have ever thought our nations capital would get hit by a hurricane? Are the Caps in trouble against Carolina? As always we put someone in the Bin and give out the C!

Join the fellas as we breakdown and preview the second round of the Eastern Conference playoffs, how can the Leafs hang with the Panthers? Caps and Canes looking into the mirror? Coaching carousel, Mike Sullivan to the Rangers. Taylor Hall gets an extension, someone is in the Bin and guess who gets the C this week.

It's the best time of the year; the playoffs are officially underway. We recap every game of every series so far. Resident Leafs fan Big Canadaddy is taming his expectations but can't control himself. The Rangers made some interesting moves in the front office, Seattle is restructuring, and of course we put folks in the bin and hand out the C for the week!

Come on in and stay awhile, this episode is very special, joining Dac and Canadaddy this week is Mike Napoletano. Mike is the assistant sports director for WRMN 1410 AM in Elgin, one of the voices of the NIHL (Northern Illinois Hockey League), and a brand ambassador for the no name hockey company. We sit down and break down both side of the bracket. We give you our picks all the way to the Stanley Cup. We had out hopefully another winner in our Degenerates segment, and as always, we hand out the C and put someone in the Bin.

Join the boys on a dive into some of the numbers behind Alex Ovechkin's record setting goal, will anyone be able to break it? We discuss the East and West wild card races. Will the Panthers see the Senators overtake them in the Atlantic? Can the Flames catch the Wild or the Oilers? Canucks stay alive with an amazing 5 goal third period. Everyone hands out their power rankings and we rank the top five teams according to our panel. We play some talk staty to me, Alex Ovechkin edition, some of these stats will blow your mind. Check out why a steak order is in the bin and how a baby could earn the C.

We are hot off the presses with this episode, with a full roster the fellas discuss Torts getting canned in Philly. We discuss his most likely landing spot for next season. Does anyone want to be the second wild card team in the Eastern Conference? We discuss the most likely winner and discuss which team could give the Capitals trouble from the wild card spot. Don't look now but the Stars are entering Winnipeg's air space, Dac believes Dallas is poised to be the #1 seed in the west, Ovi is 3 away from making history, he has to break the record at home, right? Talk Staty to me, brush up on your NHL knowledge and see how many questions you can get correct this week. Canadaddy wraps up our final Fantasy Corner of the year to take you home in the finals. See who made the Bin this week and who got the C!

Dac and Canadaddy go around the rink and discuss some of this week's NHL stories. Jakob Chychrun gets an extension with the Capitals, Brad Marchand is lurking for his Panthers debut, Don't look now but the St. Louis Blues are on a heater and may just ruin the Jets season. We do a blind guess goal differential segment, how well do you know what teams are + or - on their season differentials. Canadaddy gets us the fantasy run down for playoff match-ups for the week of 3/31. See who the softest man in hockey is in the bin, and hear the amazing story about Eastern Michigan Women's hockey team.

The boys are back! We discuss the red-hot Av's, is Marty Necas a perfect fit? Can you see them lifting a banner? We discuss the East and West playoff races. Looks like 1 spot for 3-4 teams no matter which side you look at. Hear our thoughts on the teams you should be on the lookout for. We hand out our power rankings for the Top 5 teams according to our experts. We get smarter and test your NHL knowledge with Talk Staty to me, who leads the league in shifts this year? Canada Daddy gives us a fantasy rundown for playoff participants in the week of 3/24. Check out who is in the Bin and who we gave the C too.

Join Dac and Brock on a recap of NHL trades that have taken place over the past couple of days. We discuss Seth Jones's move to Florida, Tampa Bay Lightning adding a familiar face and more. Pardon my trade, but maybe we can predict the future? Check out some of our trade proposals for other teams around the league. Get smarter with some talk staty to me and you won't believe the answer to our first question on this one. Enter the Fantasy Corner for the week of 3/10 and playoff push strategies from Canadaddy himself. Check out why USA Roller Skate is in the bin this week and see who got the C.

Adventure along with Dac and Brock this week with Graham in Reno for the WSOB on a journey around the Rink. We preview the Stadium Series for the Jackets and Red Wings, Playoff push time for both teams. Ovi is inching closer to history. Check out the red-hot Jets in route to 11 straight, don't look now but the Bolts have won 6 straight. The Oilers and Senators are both struggling right now, we dive into that. We do some early analysis on who should go all in this year for the cup and what moves should be expected for cup contenders. We preview the fantasy hockey week of 3.3.25 and of course we hand out a winner in our degenerate series.

Join the fellas as we preview the 4 Nations final set for Thursday evening. McAvoy ruled out, Quinn Hughes isn't coming to the rescue either.. Does the USA have enough to win two straight against Canada. We get a little smarter with Talk staty to me, see who is leading the league in categories you may not think of. We review the NHL season to this point and check in on our biggest surprises and disappointments so far. Check out the Fantasy corner for adds and drops for the week of 2.24.25. As always see who made it to the Bin and who got the C this week!

We discuss the USA's 3-1 victory over Canada to clinch their spot in the 4 Nations championship game on Thursday.

Join Dac and Canadaddy on a preview into the 4 nations tournament! We preview the schedule, dive into the rosters, styles of play, best units, and more. We discuss MVP odds for the tournament, and who has the most to gain and prove over the next week of games. Of course, we have to put someone in the bin and hand out the C for the week.

Join the fellas on discussing the Ryan Hartmann suspension, Red Hot Red Wings and Jets. Can the Islanders climb back into the East race? Trouble in Vegas and the Kings have been struggling. We discuss injuries of Sidney Crosby, Quinn Hughes, and Krill Marchenko. Another installment of talk staty to me. Check out the Fantasy corner and we discuss the 4 nations schedule. See who is in the Bin and who gets the C.

Tune in this week, after graham was victorious in Delaware he returns to give his thoughts on Logan Thompson, we discuss the Colorado, Carolina, and Chicago trade. Drew Doughty is back in the lineup for the Kings, can he be the D-man that Team Canada could use? Where does this leave Brandt Clarke in all of this? Will the Canes keep Rantanen long term? Who else may be on the move? The Tampa Bay Lightning have been struggling lately, will they ship themselves out of a playoff spot? Get your fantasy hockey best schedules for the week of February 3rd, check out who made it into the Bin this week and who's wearing the C.