Puck Junk Hockey Podcast

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Ep 1452022-23 Topps Hockey Stickers

In this episode of the Puck Junk Podcast, Sal Barry and Tim Parish take a long look at the new 2022-23 Topps Hockey Sticker Album set. Tim also gives his thoughts on the recently-released 2020-21 The Cup set, as well as the upcoming 2020-21 SP Signature Legends set. Plus, Linus Ullmark's "Goalie Goal," Sal's recent trip to see two Hurricanes games, and more. It's 92 minutes of hockey goodness! Show Notes, Links and Images: https://puckjunk.com/2023/03/02/podcast-145/

Mar 2, 20231h 31m

Ep 144The Ryan O’Reilly Trade

This week, Sal Barry and Tim Parish talk about Ryan O’Reilly’s trade to the Maple Leafs, and how it’s a good move for both Toronto and St. Louis. They also discuss the recent Stadium Series game between the Hurricanes and Capitals, the 25th Anniversary of the U.S. Women’s Olympic Team winning the gold medal in 1998, and the end of “The Mighty Ducks: Game Changers.” Plus, a look at some upcoming hockey card sets. It’s 73 minutes of hockey goodness! Show Notes, Links and Images: https://puckjunk.com/2023/02/23/podcast-144/

Feb 23, 20231h 13m

Ep 143The Vladimir Tarasenko Trade

Sal Barry and Tim Parish talk about the Vladimir Tarasenko trade, how it vastly improves the Rangers’ lineup, and what this trade could mean for other pending UFAs like Patrick Kane. Plus, a look at some upcoming hockey cards, like the long-awaited 2020-21 The Cup and a rumored set of Tim Horton’s Legends cards. It’s 67 minutes of hockey goodness! Show Notes, Links and Images: https://puckjunk.com/2023/02/16/podcast-143/

Feb 17, 20231h 7m

Ep 142Remembering Bobby Hull

In this supersized episode of the Puck Junk Podcast, Sal and Tim talk about the career of the late Bobby Hull, including his numerous awards and accomplishments, plus some of his best hockey cards. The guys also discuss the 2023 NHL All-Star Game and Skills Competition. It's 100 minutes of hockey goodness!Show Notes, Links and Images:https://puckjunk.com/2023/02/10/podcast-142/

Feb 10, 20231h 40m

Ep 1412021-22 Skybox Metal Universe Hockey

In this episode of the Puck Junk Podcast, Sal Barry and Tim Parish give their thorough review of the 2021-22 Skybox Metal Universe Hockey Card Set -- including the good, the bad, and the shiny...oh, so shiny! They also discuss the Vancouver Canucks disastrous firing of head coach Bruce Boudreau, the 2023 NHL All-Star Reverse Retro jerseys, and the All-Star Game voting controversy. Pitter, patter, let's get at 'er! It's 83 minutes of hockey goodness! Show Notes, Links and Images:https://puckjunk.com/2023/01/27/podcast-141/

Jan 27, 20231h 23m

Ep 140Does Changing Teams Affect Player Collecting?

This week, Sal Barry and Tim Parish talk about if and how changing teams affects a players collectability. Do hockey card collectors still chase after cards of a player they like after he has been traded or leaves as a free agent -- or do they dump his cards first chance they get? Plus, a look at some upcoming hockey card sets, including the 2023 Upper Deck First Peoples Rookie Cards. It's 68 minutes of hockey goodness. Show Notes and Links:https://puckjunk.com/2023/01/20/podcast-140/

Jan 20, 20231h 8m

Ep 139The Upcoming 2023 NHL All-Star Game

Sal Barry and Tim Parish look ahead to the upcoming 2023 NHL All-Star Game in Florida, including some of the players who were named to the teams -- and players that should get voted in. They also look back at the Winter Classic and the World Junior Championships. Plus, the guys talk about 2021-22 Skybox Metal Universe hockey cards. It's 70 minutes of hockey goodness. Show Notes and Links:https://puckjunk.com/2023/01/13/podcast-139/

Jan 13, 20231h 10m

Ep 138Alex Ovechkin Passes Gordie Howe with Goal 802

In the first Puck Junk Podcast of 2023, Sal Barry and Tim Parish talk all about Alex Ovechkin moving to second all-time in goals, and when he might pass Wayne Gretzky to become the NHL's all-time leading goal scorer. Then, they discuss Ovechkin's rookie cards, from the surprisingly affordable to the ridiculously expensive. It's 96 minutes of hockey goodness! Show Notes, Links and Images: https://puckjunk.com/2023/01/02/podcast-138/

Jan 2, 20231h 36m

Ep 137Hockey for the Holidays 2022

Sal Barry, Tim Parish, and Jim "Not the Goalie" Howard share stories -- their own as well as those from show listeners -- about giving and receiving hockey-themed gifts for the holidays. Jim also has a roundup of some of the most-unusual hockey gift ideas on the interwebz. It's 70 minutes of holiday-themed hockey goodness. Show Notes, Links & Images https://puckjunk.com/2022/12/22/podcast-137/

Dec 22, 20221h 9m

Ep 1362022-23 Upper Deck Series One Hockey Cards

This week, Sal Barry and Tim Parish talk about Connor McDavid and Upper Deck renewing their exclusive deal, the PSA and Whatnot partnership, and the top ten most-graded hockey cards. Then they discuss the 2022-23 Upper Deck Series One Hockey Set, including the myriad of inserts, the base card design, and of course the new crop of Young Guns to collect. It's 84 minutes of hockey goodness. Show Notes, Links, and Images:https://puckjunk.com/2022/12/15/podcast-136/

Dec 15, 20221h 23m

Ep 135Recap of the Fall 2022 Sport Card Expo Toronto

In this episode of the Puck Junk Podcast, Sal Barry talks about going to the Fall 2022 Sport Card Expo in Toronto, including the cool hockey cards that he bought, the autographs he got, the interesting panel discussions he saw, and trade night. Meanwhile, Tim shares his experience of watching the Expo from afar via the Sport Card Expo mobile app. It's 90 minutes of hockey goodness! Show Notes, Links, and Images: https://puckjunk.com/2022/11/17/podcast-135/

Nov 17, 20221h 30m