Fantasy Hockey Pucks

Get ready for the most grueling post-season in sports with our full 2026 NHL Playoff Preview. In Fantasy Hockey Pucks Episode 109, we debate the ethics of bandwagoning before diving into a deep analysis of every first-round matchup, from the domination of the Avalanche over the Kings to the "real ECF" showdown between the Lightning and Canadiens. We break down the betting favorites, identify "Hidd...

The race to the postseason is reaching a boiling point, and Episode 108 of the Fantasy Hockey Pucks Podcast breaks down every major shift in the landscape. We honor the legendary careers of Jonathan Quick and Joe Bowen as they announce their retirements, recap Denver’s dominant Frozen Four victory led by Johnny Hicks, and analyze the fallout of the latest Wildcard eliminations. Plus, with the boys...

In this episode of the Fantasy Hockey Pucks Podcast, we’re breaking down a chaotic week in the NHL as the playoff race hits a fever pitch. We start with the massive coaching and front-office shakeups, including Pete DeBoer taking the reins in Long Island and the sudden GM vacancies in New Jersey and Toronto. We dive deep into the Wild Card standings, where the Eastern Conference has turned into a...

Happy Easter, FHP fam! In this special holiday edition of the Fantasy Hockey Pucks Podcast, we are diving into the "Young N Old" debate as Ben and Ant draft the most valuable player at every single age in the NHL, from the 18 year old phenoms to the 40+ legends like Ovechkin. We also break down the heated debate over the NHL point system, looking at the LA Kings and Pittsburgh Penguins to see if a...

In Episode 105, the boys drop the puck with a heated debate on texting etiquette before diving into a massive week in sports. The headlines are dominated by the shocking dismissal of Brad Treliving, leading to a deep dive into Keith Pelley’s recent press conference and a breakdown of potential GM successors ranging from Doug Armstrong to Jason Spezza. Beyond the front office drama, the episode cov...

In this week’s episode of FHP, we’re breaking down the high-stakes chaos of the NHL’s final stretch as we predict who actually survives the wildcard race. With Pittsburgh sliding and Columbus catching fire, we take a hard look at the remaining schedules to forecast the final records and post-season seeding for both conferences. We open with a debate on whether your skill level dictates your right...

Grab a cold one for Episode 103 as we rank our Top 5 beers and dive into a high-stakes sports update. From March Madness brackets and the Frozen Four to the Blue Jays’ season opener, we’re covering all the bases before hitting the ice for a chaotic NHL Wildcard Watch. We break down the Senators' improbable playoff push, the Red Wings' free fall, and whether Steve Yzerman’s seat is finally getting...

In Episode 102 of the Fantasy Hockey Pucks Podcast, Ben and Ant break down a historic week headlined by Alex Ovechkin reaching the incredible 1,000 career goal milestone and the intensifying NHL Wildcard race where the Blue Jackets and Predators are making serious noise. The guys dive into March Madness and the upcoming College Hockey Bracket before debating their Top 10 player rankings for the 20...

In this episode, Ant and Ben dive into the fallout of the Maxx Crosby rescinded trade, debating the ethics of league vetos before shifting gears to the World Baseball Classic and the start of March Madness. The guys break down essential streaming strategies for the fantasy playoffs, highlighting high-upside players like Jeremy Lauzon and Jake McCabe for category coverage. The NHL news cycle is pac...

Celebrating 100 weeks of waiver wire stress and league-winning trades, the Fantasy Hockey Pucks Podcast hits the century mark with a look back at where it all started. In this milestone episode, Ant and Ben reflect on their favorite memories since Episode 1 before diving into a jam-packed sports update covering everything from March Madness brackets and St. Paddy’s aftermath to Lewis Hamilton’s fi...

We open with the chaos of Buffalo’s wild 8–7 win over Tampa Bay, featuring terrible goaltending, tons of goals, and another massive fight. It leads into a bigger conversation about whether fighting is still essential to hockey and why Tampa chose to start their backup goalie in such an important division matchup.  Around the sports world, we react to Bam Adebayo’s 83-point night and whether anyone...

In this episode we include our live reactions to some of the biggest signings and trades at the NHL Trade Deadline. Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/fantasy-hockey-pucks--4969980/support . Reminder to follow FHP on Instagram for plenty of other content @fantasyhockeypucks, as well on TikTok for clips of the pod @fhp_pod. Thanks for listening and we’ll catch you...

In this episode we get into the chaos of NHL trade deadline season. We start by talking about some of our favourite deadline moves ever, from shocking deals to trades that turned out to be perfect fits. From Hall to Boston to O’Reilly in Toronto, we break down the moves that stood out the most. After a quick life update and a look at what’s happening around the sports world, we dive into projectin...

In Episode 96, we kick things off by debating our top five single calendar days in sports. We keep it strict, no hypotheticals, just the best guaranteed days on the sports calendar across football, hockey, baseball, basketball, and MMA. From there, we run through a packed stretch in the sports world with league drama heating up, major tournaments right around the corner, and season openers that al...

This week we open with the Gavin McKenna sucker punch and debate whether it was heat of the moment or a real concern for scouts as the draft approaches. Does one incident actually affect his stock? We break down the Olympic Gold Medal Game, where Auston Matthews and Quinn Hughes come up clutch to secure gold for Team USA, and we ask the tough question about why Connor McDavid still has not deliver...

In Episode 94, the boys dive into a packed week around the NHL. We kick things off with Mike Matheson’s new 5×6 deal in Montreal, Jesper Wallstedt’s absurd early-season heater, and the red-hot Washington Capitals tearing through the league. Meanwhile, Winnipeg is spiraling without Hellebuyck, and the Avalanche, Stars, and Wild are all putting up monster 10-game runs. Then it’s back into the Panic...

This week on FHP, we cover the latest NHL news, updated standings, and a wave of injuries around the league, including Jack Hughes’ dinner mishap and Eetu Luostarinen’s BBQ burn. We look at why the once-promising 2026 free agent class has fallen apart and highlight the Young Guns taking over the season: Celebrini, Carlsson, Gauthier, Bedard, Wallstedt, and Askarov. In the Panic Room, the crew brea...

In this episode, the boys have a lot to cover. We start with our draft day winners and losers. Jake Winner: San Jose Sharks Losers: Ottawa Senators Ben Winners: New York Islanders Losers: Philadelphia Flyers Agam Winners: Washington Capitals Losers: Pittsburgh Penguins After the boys get into the offseason extensions, trades and signings. The boys point out some specific moves they really really l...

With the Stanley Cup Final over the boys recap what they thought of the series and the partying antics of the Panthers. As well the boys discuss some of the early extensions and trades happening around the league. Finally we preview what we think the NHL draft will be like Frirday night and give some draft day predictions. Reminder to follow FHP on Instagram @fantasyhockeypucks and on TikTok @fhp_...

This week's episode marks the return of Antonio Kappos to the pod as well as Stanley Cup Final Talk. The boys give their full thoughts on what to expect from the finals, who has the most to gain and lose, as well as some Hall of Fame fallout from this Stanley Cup Final. Reminder to check out our TikTok @fhp_pod for clips of the podcast. As well as follow our Instagram @fantasyhockeypucks for clips...

This week starts off with just Ben and Jakey as they give their thoughts on the Eastern Conference Final with Florida up 3-1 over the Hurricanes. As well they mix in some Leafs offseason talk and predictions. DM us @fantasyhockeypucks on Instagram or email us @fantasyhockeypucks@gmail.com for your thoughts on our predictions as well as your own predictions and any questions for next weeks episode....

This episode finally features the full crew: Jakey, Agam, and Ben. They are all here to discuss the Round 2 recap, which starts with Vegas and Edmonton, followed by Dallas and Winnipeg, then Florida and Toronto, as well as an offseason outlook for the Maple Leafs and the Canes and the Capitals. Conference finals expectations occur after the conclusion of the Round 2 recaps in each conference. A re...

In this episode, the boys recap a crazy weekend of Game 7s, including probably the most unlikely comeback of all time between the Jets and Blues. The boys also discuss their thoughts on Toronto's 2-0 series lead, Edmonton's 2-0 series lead, the 1-1 Metro series, and the Stars 1-0 series lead.  Furthermore the boys discuss some of the coaching hirings league wide with Sullivan becoming the highest...

This episode is just Ben and Jake. The boys recap the following games Capitals vs Canadiens Game 5 Hurricanes vs Devils Game 5 Maple Leafs vs Senators Game 5 and 6 Oilers vs Kings Game 5 and 6 Golden Knights vs Wild Game 5 and 6 Jets and Blues Game 6 and Setting up Game 7 Stars vs Avalanche Game 5 and 6 and Setting up Game 7 As well, the boys give their second round predictions in the East and the...

A bit of a weird episode with just Agam and Ben due to conflicts. However, the boys break down their thoughts on round 1 to this point. There have been some absolute fireworks in the Western Conference and some more defensive hockey in the East. Agam, the Habs fan, gives his thoughts on the Habs being down 3-1 in the series, while Ben gives his thoughts on the Leafs being up 3-1 in the series. The...