Puck Soup

The boys are back together for a deep dive into the Eastern and Western Conference finals, and the latest teams that were eliminated; Zdeno Chara's future; Lehner vs. Fleury; the NHL Awards travesties; Pierre is not a GM; Babcock to Washington; gender reveal party etiquette; overrated/underrated fighting games; the return of "20 Kess-tions!" and a bit about the end of "The Walking Dead" and our preferences for zombie behavior in pop culture.

The boys check in on the Stanley Cup Playoffs, including goalie controversies and Game 7 drama; the Panthers get a new GM while the Coyotes need one; Steve Nash and exceptional Canadian pro athletes; trading Patrik Laine; Todd Reirden goes home, the NHL joins racial injustice protests; what the Hockey Diversity Alliance wants; plus a fun dive into the "dead letters" mailbag on everything from worst jerseys to the perfect burger. Sponsored by Mack Weldon!

The boys talk about the NHL's lack of action on a night when other athletes boycotted games, especially in light of all those statements on racial injustice two months ago. Plus, Marc-Andre Fleury is back-stabbed, the Stars and Islanders are fun, Capitals fire coach, Penguins/Leafs trade, Coyotes get punished, Blues blame COVID, spicy nuggets and a game show that involves X-Men, Lucha Libre and generic soda.

The boys go around the Stanley Cup Playoffs, including best series, eliminated teams and Tuukka Rask's shocking departure; do some big-name free-agent shopping; talk playoff officiating; lament the latest Jack Edwards, Mike Milbury and Pierre McGuire controversies; say goodbye to Dale Hawerchuk; play another excited game of $25,000 Pierre-amid; and have a spirited discussion about the best and worst kinds of pasta. Mangia!

The boys discuss the NHL Draft Lottery 2.0 and the inevitable conspiracies surrounding the New York Rangers' win. Plus, Sean goes into emotional detail on the Maple Leafs' demise, our picks for the Stanley Cup Playoff quarterfinals, remembering "The Fan," and the best and worst non-George Lucas franchise Harrison Ford films.

The boys discuss the look, sound and aesthetics of the NHL's season relaunch, from fake crowd noise to goofy NHL dad jokes to what we like and don't like about it. Plus, a series-by-series breakdown, expanding the playoffs, Draft Lottery Part 2, Matt Dumba's speech and the NHL's admirable but awkward racial activism, life in the bubble and the best and worst Nintendo characters. Sponsored by Mack Weldon!

The boys break down the Stanley Cup Playoffs, including qualification round picks and who will play for the Holy Grail at the end. Plus, John Chayka quits the Coyotes, life inside the bubbles, initial thoughts on how games look and sound in the "hub" arenas, player fights inside hotels, which NHLer will cure coronavirus and an intense debate about the best and worst bakery products.

The boys discuss the new Seattle Kraken and rate the name, logo, colors and jerseys. They rank the best and worst team names in NHL history, flip out over another dumb NHL Network list, talk NHL Awards snubs, life in the bubbles and play an exciting new game show based on Cameo! Sponsored by Raycon!

The boys wrap a bow around the new Collective Bargaining Agreement and the season restart votes; discus the NHL's new controversial injury disclosure rule; mock the "recorded fan cheering" plan for games; talk Brock Boeser rumors and Dean Evason getting hired by Wild; remember Mr. Magoo; chat about streaming services and dog names; and finally, it's the return of NAME PAT FALLOON, our incredible new game show

The boys discuss the new GM and head coach for the NJ Devils; break down the best and worst of new CBA; discuss "return to play" protocols and what life in the bubble might look like; Chris Pronger leaves the Panthers; the scandalous legacy of "Supermarket Sweep"; a new quiz that's initially great; and an overrated/underrated/fav/least fav on the films of Tom Cruise!

The boys discuss the utter hilarity of "Placeholder Team" winning the NHL draft lottery and rate the worthiness of each potential winner of the second lottery for the top pick. Plus, Artemi Panarin makes a statement, players vs. owners, hub cities, an awesome new quiz about NHL jersey numbers and a deep dive into the best and worst Arnold Schwarzenegger films. Sponsored by Raycon!

The boys look at the Hockey Hall of Fame Class of 2020, including what they got right, what they got very wrong and what we think about HOF criteria. Plus, Auston Matthews, the NHL draft lottery, Edmonton's big hub city bid and an intense discussion on ice cream toppings. Sponsored by Brooklinen!

The boys look at the blood-letting in Buffalo, as the Sabres owners fire everybody. Plus, the Hockey Hall of Fame vote, NBA vs. NHL hub cities, families in the bubble, baseball and steroids, the designated hitter in the NHL, Senators owner gets an apology, Roman Polak and an amazing Phil Kessel-inspired quiz! Sponsored by Raycon!

The boys discuss the NHL and NHLPA announcing a training camp date that maybe they'll hit depending on conditions; examine John Tortorella's shift on national anthem protests; explain what went wrong with that Tyler Seguin "BLM" video; handicap the NHL Awards, including the tangled Hart Trophy vote; the latest Eugene Melnyk soap opera; an overrated/underrated look at Mel Brooks movies; and an epic quiz with millions of fans.

The boys discuss the NHL reaction to the killing of George Floyd and the protests in its aftermath, from player and team statements to hypocrisy to what comes next. Plus, a really fun special event: The Ultimate Draft draft, as we build three teams restricted by which rounds players were selected. We also discuss the Ducks GM dumping on his coach and the merits of summertime hockey.

The boys break down every aspect of the NHL's "return to play" plan, from training centers opening to the 24-team playoff (maybe?) format to the draft lottery to the NHL Awards. They discuss the Red Wings not firing their coach and the Sabres not firing their GM; the best aspects of "Rise of Skywalker"; and play a new game show on journeyman players!

The boys discuss the proposed 24-team, conference-based playoff format, including potential matchups. Plus, the Toronto Six, when the NHL season should start, Akim Aliu, Pierre McGuire as Devils GM, The Snyder Cut, the COVID Cup and our latest and greatest game show segment, The $25,000 Pierre-amid, which is exactly what you think it is. Sponsored by Brooklinen!

The boys talk about the 24-team playoff format and why it could work, the AHL cancels season, Brett Hull's "hockey's no fun" comments, our four formative video games, Boba Fett returns, the return of the Puck Soup Threesomes game show and O/U/F/LF breakfast cereals. Brought to you by Raycon!

The boys discuss the NHL's plans for the draft, from the way it's set up for the Red Wings to the ruling on trades to whether this is a good idea or not. Plus, that horrible Brendan Leipsic apology, what to do with free agency, TSN's all-time Canadian teams, a O/U/F/LF on Teenage Mutant Ninja Turtles and an incredible new game show called "Name Pat Falloon," our version of the classic "Leonard Maltin Game."

The boys take a trip back to 2010 to reexamine that season's NHL Draft, including reselecting the Top 10, the biggest busts and the notable trades. Also, we discuss that playoff plan that somehow put the Sabres in the postseason; players returning to training centers; the Blackhawks fire their president; that "salary cap exempt player" proposal; Blink-182's best song bracket; Dennis Rodman and hockey proxy; and an overrated/underrated/favorite/least favorite on sitcom dads!

The boys play prosecutor, defense attorney and judge in Salary Cap Court, ruling on questionable contracts for players ranging from Shea Weber to Brent Burns to Mitch Marner. Plus, we debate the June NHL Draft idea, the shifting of games to empty NHL arenas, the 2011 Bruins reunion, Gerard Gallant to the Devils, "Raiders of the Lost Ark" and perfect movies, a mystery about "Back To The Future" is solved and an bit of nostalgia about wrestling theme songs. Sponsored by Raycon!

The boys talk about Greg's unfortunate luck with mascots, Gary Bettman, Alex Ovechkin vs. Wayne Gretzky on xBox, remembering Howard Finkel, Drew Doughty's comments, the salary cap headache and Bill Peters. Ryan and Sean face off in a quiz called "Was This an Actual ProStars Episode?" in honor of the new Michael Jordan doc. Plus, we dive deep into Keanu Reeves movies. Sponsored by Burrow!

The boys discuss their wild ideas for NHL neutral site playoff games in places like North Dakota, and the challenges they present; Brian Burke's latest "barn fight"; the 68-game season solution for the playoffs; NHL H-O-R-S-E; the Boneyard Brawl and the Firefly Funhouse matches from WrestleMania; why celebrity game shows suck; the NHL as "Jurassic Park"; and an overrated/underrated/favorite/least favorite on game shows. Plus, University of Denver coach David Carle joins us to talk hockey and KFC!

The boys dive into The Athletic's Top 100 sports movies of all-time and rerank a bit of it. Plus, the wacky answers in the NHLPA poll, Tuukka Rask's flatulence, where to get a hair cut, the future of the NHL Draft, players on Zoom and a quiz that asks "which team did this guy play for?" Sponsored by Raycon!

The boys are back with the latest on hockey's coronavirus shutdown, including the Bruins' bad decisions, a wild draft lottery idea, the Memorial Cup cancelled and why the NHL needs to shut down its regular season now. Plus, our 16-team tournament to determine the best team that never won the Stanley Cup, how commercials have gotten weird and what we're binging.

The boys are back to talk about all the NHL season restart options on the table, life under quarantine, paying arena workers, Sean's travel nightmare, empty arena sports, video games we're playing and a contagious movie quiz. Sponsored by The Black Tux!

The boys takes us through the timeline leading to the NHL's decision to "pause" its season for the coronavirus outbreak, the potential greatness of empty arena games, what the playoffs might end up looking like and more. Plus, ranking directors named Anderson, old timey radio, the Illuminati, and how we would program all-sports stations with no sports. Sponsored by Burrow and Away!

Greg is out recovering from getting his wisdom teeth out, so Sean and Ryan are running the show this week. They talk about the annual GM meeting, their thoughts on the rule changes and salary cap changes. They also talk about who's doing well and who's struggling, the wild card race, questionable choices from Ottawa and they play a round of Real or Fake. Brought to you by Mack Weldon and The Black Tux!

The boys discuss Emergency Backup Goaltender David Ayres and all the controversy his appearance against the Leafs created, and we get into that and other goalie talk with Cat Silverman of IN GOAL Magazine. That plus a full rundown of winners, losers and weird stuff from the trade deadline; how we did on our deadline bets; putting Ranch on your nachos, Chipotle ordering mayhem, farting on an airplane and more. Sponsored by Raycon E25 wireless earbuds!

The boys break down what has happened and gamble on what will happen at the NHL trade deadline. Plus a raging debate about Bruce Boudreau's postseason prowess, Mike Bloomberg as enhancement talent, the Leafs panic, Air Force Stadium Series problems, what the Raleigh game looks like, Player Safety criticism, and when to and when not to "complain to the manager" for bad service.

The boys discuss the number retirement and legacy of the Sedin Twins, and Kevin Bieksa's perfect roast of them. Plus, the Jay Bouwmeester scare, the Penguins trade, debating the Blackhawks' future, bad injury news, salary cap weirdness, Sonic The Hedgehog, the Olympics mess and Jeremy Roenick gets fired. Sponsored by Away and Burrow!

The boys discuss Alex Ovechkin's goal-scoring spree/Gretzky chase, the Buffalo Sabres' mess, surging Lightning, the Jack Campbell trade, Rage Against the Machine's legacy, and an awesome Oscars quiz that somehow incorporates both Leonardo DiCaprio and Beetlejuice.

The boys welcome WWE superstar Xavier Woods to the show to talk hockey, wrestling and bar arcades. Plus the Matthew Tkachuk vs. Zack Kassian fallout, NHL All-Star Game ideas and reviews, the Seattle Kraken (which Ryan does not like), remembering Kobe Bryant, the trade deadline and the Super Bowl in Canada. Sponsored by Raycon!

The boys discuss the police investigation into Philadelphia Flyers mascot Gritty, the Professional Hockey Writers midseason awards ballots, Ovechkin chasing 700, the strange world of the classic sitcom "Perfect Strangers" and a segment where you asked us anything and everything. Sponsored by AWAY!

The boys discuss the stunning firings of Gerard Gallant in Vegas and Ray Shero in NJ, their replacements and what it all means; debate the state of goaltending in the NHL; discuss Matthew Tkachuk and the "rats" in hockey; break down the All-Star Game events; talk Nicklas Backstrom contract; and look at the Oscar nominations, but mostly talk about JOKER. Sponsored by Away!

The boys discuss the firing of Peter Laviolette and hiring of John Hynes on Nashville; the NHL vs. Alex Ovechkin over the All-Star Game, and whether or not we dig this season's jerseys; Tim Horton's makes a pass at Meghan Markle; the Sharks are in big trouble; the Penguins and Blue Jackets are surprising; our love of Jeopardy! and knowledge; and we make playoff bets on teams months before the playoffs with $100 in fake money.

The boys welcome Dallas Stars broadcaster and all-around goofball Daryl Reaugh to the podcast. Then they break down the Winter Classic, including the pig races, the U.S. falling in world juniors, Kovalchuk to the Canadiens, Brent Seabrook's injuries and bold predictions for 2020. Also, we get into a spoilery "Rise of Skywalker" discussion.

To celebrate 2019, the boys go through all their best of for everything this past year.

The boys discuss the Taylor Hall trade and its various ramifications for the Devils and Coyotes, the top 10 most likably players in the NHL, the top 100 players of the decade, the WWE/WWF Mount Rushmore, the end of Ilya Kovalchuk and an epic Christmas stuff edition of Favorite/Least Favorite. Sponsored by Seat Geek!

The boys look at the firings of Sharks coach Peter DeBoer and Stars coach Jim Montgomery, for every different reasons; the NHL's four-point plan to stop abuse, including a hotline no one will use; the latest Akim Aliu embarrassment; the future of the World Cup and Olympics; Jack Eichel for MVP; the Red Wings stink; 'micro-cores' for Cup teams; and our favorite holiday movies. Sponsored by Seat Geek and Away!

The boys discusses the untimely demise of NJ Devils coach John Hynes, then figure out who coaches them next and where Taylor Hall will be traded. Plus, the "resignation" of Bill Peters, the investigation of Marc Crawford and Sean Avery's role in it, David Pastrnak, NHL vigilantes, Nicklas Backstrom as his own agent, a super tough "foundational players" test and a deep dive into the best and worst wrestling stables. Sponsored by Seat Geek!

The boys discuss the aftermath of the Mike Babcock firing and the controversy over his abuse of Mitch Marner; the breaking news on Bill Peters; the surging Sharks and Stars; the Robert Bortuzzo suspension and how to fix Player Safety; and welcome the great Rachel Doerrie to discuss her time in NHL player personnel evaluation, sports science and trying to change the game. Plus, a Puck Soup Thanksgiving Parade quiz! Sponsored by Seat Geek and Manscaped.

The boys discuss all the angles of the Toronto Maple Leafs' firing of Mike Babcock this week, including what's next for him and the team. Plus, a debate about hockey spitting and changing the rulebook; a round of "Hell Yes or B.S." on the Islanders, Jets, Coyotes and David Pastrnak; some thoughts on the Hockey Hall of Fame Class of 2020; Steve Simmons steps in it again; and Baby Yoda. Sponsored by Seat Geek

The boys look at the real reasons Don Cherry was fired from "Hockey Night in Canada" and offer the top 10 options to replace him on Sportsnet. Plus, Sidney Crosby's injury, Ilya Kovalchuk vs. Kings, the Devils' collapse and Taylor Hall, Islanders surge, Leafs stink, "The Mandalorian" review (no spoilers) and the top 10 TV shows of the last decade. Sponsored by Manscaped and Seat Geek!

Sean and Ryan talk about the recent drama over remarks from Alexander Ovechkin and Drew Doughty, the media creating frenzies out of nothing and the current standings of the divisions. Plus bad road schedules, which teams aren't looking too hot, Ryan is getting excited for the new shows on Disney+ and Greg is in Japan befriending deer. Brought to you by SeatGeek!

The boys welcome famous sports curmudgeon Ray Ratto to talk Sharks, robot umpires and the state of the sports media. Plus we break down the Jonathan Toews NHL schedule fix, the WNHL, outdoor games, Tarasenko's injury, healthy scratches and what Stephen King adaptations we want to see. Sponsored by Seat Geek!

The boys discuss John Tortorella's face turn as a 3-on-3 OT supporter and shootout hater. Plus John Carlson, David Pastrnak, texting after fights, calling out your coach, Mikko Rantanen, drone racing and a "Star Wars" hockey quiz. Sponsored by Seat Geek and The Athletic.

The boys discuss the lousy starts for the Devils, Stars and Wild, while wondering how real the Oilers are. They also talk Donald Brashear, Jim Hughson's apology, Peter Cech playing hockey and yell at each other about Braden Holtby. Finally, we break down the Rock 'N Roll Hall of Fame nominations and figure out what 1990s NHL player is Soundgarden. Presented by Seat Geek and The Athletic.

The boys talk about the glory of player rivalries after Drew Doughty's WWE routine, cover the best and worst starts of the young season, James Neal is suddenly the real deal, who the next Batman villain to get his own movie should be and a Down Goes Brown game show that deals with shared NHL superstars. Plus, Julie Stewart Binks of Fubo's "Call It A Night" joins us to talk pucks and media! Sponsored by Seat Geek and The Athletic.

The boys welcome former NHL goalie Mike McKenna to the show to discuss Twitter infamy, the mental anguish of goalies and hockey on TV. Plus first impressions from the NHL season, which coaches will be fired first, bad announcer takes, Auston Matthews and an incredible new quiz called The Puck Soup Three-Way. Sponsored by Seat Geek!