Father & Son Face-off

The hockey offseason is in full swing, and the guys are diving deep into the future and history of the sport! In this episode, they break down the NHL Draft, starting with the first overall pick, Gavin McKenna, and the excitement surrounding the Ruck twins. They also share the inspiring story of Jaxon Cover moving from roller hockey to the ice. The conversation then shifts to the Lone Star State a...

The hockey world is buzzing, and the guys are here to break it all down! In this episode, they recap the AHL champion Toronto Marlies' victory and discuss the ECHL's Florida Everblades, who continue their incredible dominance at the Kelly Cup finals with four titles in the last five seasons. The duo also dives into the massive NHL blockbuster trade sending Brady Tkachuk to Florida to join...

The 2025–26 NHL hockey season has reached its thrilling conclusion! The guys open the episode with a special look at the story behind the son’s own jersey number selections, before diving into the Stanley Cup Final where the Carolina Hurricanes secured a dominant 4–2 series victory over the Vegas Golden Knights. They break down what made Carolina so unstoppable and reflect on the legacy of head co...

The guys are back from their extended vacation just in time for the business end of the hockey calendar! They dive right back into the NHL playoffs, recapping both Conference Finals, and make their predictions for the Vegas Golden Knights vs. Carolina Hurricanes Stanley Cup Final. The team also checks in on their bracket challenges, confirming a family deadlock and promising to reveal the official...

The hockey world is buzzing with championship energy! The guys recap a heart-stopping Game 7 finish as the Montreal Canadiens knocked out the Buffalo Sabres, and they break down the high-stakes Conference Finals: Montreal vs. the Carolina Hurricanes in the East, and a massive showdown between the Vegas Golden Knights and the Colorado Avalanche in the West. They share their predictions for who will...

The playoff intensity is off the charts across every tier of the sport! This week, the guys dive into second-round action of the NHL playoffs and are impressed with the Colorado Avalanche who look absolutely unstoppable right now. They also throw it back to the first round to chat about the mind-boggling Montreal win over Tampa Bay with only nine shots on goal. Next, they pivot to the PWHL, where...

The first round is in the books, and the playoff intensity is just getting started! This week, the guys recap a wild opening round (spoiler alert: the Montreal vs. Tampa Bay Game 7 finish saw the Canadiens punch their ticket to the second round). It’s a bittersweet update as the son’s Dallas Stars are officially out, while the father’s Buffalo Sabres keep the dream alive heading into a Round 2 cla...

The post-season is finally here! This week, the guys dive into the NHL Playoff bracket, breaking down the first-round matchups and locking in their official picks. They also share their excitement for the podcast’s Bracket Challenge and the chance to host a lucky listener as a guest star. The conversation shifts to the PWHL, where the playoff field is now officially set and the race for the Walter...

The post-season is calling! This week, the guys break down the NHL playoff race, with the son rooting for the Dallas Stars to go all the way while lamenting the Seattle Kraken officially falling out of the hunt. They tackle the massive rumors surrounding an Alex Ovechkin retirement and give a huge stick tap to Cole Caufield for his incredible 50-goal season. They quickly recap the son’s first fora...

The hardware is coming home! The guys celebrate a massive State Championship sweep this past weekend, with the son’s team going 5-0 to claim the title. They break down the heart-pounding semi-final and final games, including a highlight-reel defensive play where the son, without his stick, fended off two opponents to keep possession. Beyond the ice, the duo discusses the importance of character, s...

This episode is a "short shift" as the son locks in for his youth team’s upcoming State Championship tournament. After a few high-energy scrimmages, the team is pumped and ready to chase the title. The guys celebrate Team USA Sled Hockey’s dominant gold medal win in Milan, completing a historic "three-gold sweep" for USA Hockey. In the NHL, they break down the latest injury rep...

The NHL trade deadline has come and gone, and the guys are grading the biggest moves—including John Carlson heading to the Ducks, Conor Garland to Columbus, and Nick Foligno’s emotional reunion with his brother in Minnesota. Over in Milan, the excitement is just as high as Declan Farmer shatters Paralympic scoring records, leading Team USA Sled Hockey into the semifinals. Closer to home, the son’s...

Episode 14 starts with a huge "welcome to the bench" for some new listeners—the son’s very own teammates! The guys recap a close season finale for the youth team, where they faced a tough goalie but still managed to come out ahead to finish on a high note. The energy stays high as they discuss the Seattle Torrent’s record-breaking sellout and the homecoming for the Olympic medalists retu...

It’s a golden episode! The guys recap the heart-stopping USA Olympic double-gold sweep, with both the men’s and women’s teams defeating Canada in dramatic 2-1 overtime thrillers. They celebrate the heroics of the goalies and Seattle Torrent captain Hilary Knight, whose clutch game-tying goal forced the son to cheer (very quietly!) while behind enemy lines in Canada. Back home, the son shares the e...

The Winter Games are officially underway, and Episode 12 is packed with Olympic fever, championship celebrations, and league-leading updates! The guys dive into the kickoff of the Milan-Cortina 2026 Winter Games, sharing their impressions of everything from curling and ski jumping to the biathlon. On the ice, they break down the USA Women’s historic dominance and look ahead to the men’s puck drop—...

The duo is back in the booth after a quick flu-induced hiatus, and they have plenty to report from their marathon trip to Irvine, California! They recap a packed weekend of youth hockey, Hollywood sights, and whirlwind day at Disneyland. The guys also share their live impressions of the North American Roller Hockey Championship (NARCh), their first time seeing the game on wheels. The son’s team al...

The guys take a quick detour to the gridiron to recap their New Year’s trip to the Alamo Bowl before diving headfirst back into the rink. They break down recent NHL milestones from legends like Crosby and Ovechkin, while checking in on the league's newest rising star, Celebrini. The duo celebrates Sweden’s 2026 World Junior gold medal victory before getting into the "dirty areas" of youth hockey,...

This episode brings the energy (and loudness!) of the arena directly to your ears! Recorded primarily on December 23rd, the guys, along with Mom (aka the Producer), took in their very first PWHL game as the Seattle Torrent faced off against the Montreal Victoire. You’ll hear live play-by-play and reactions from their seats as they witness a hard fought 2-1 win for the home team. To wrap up the yea...

In this festive holiday episode, the guys share last-minute hockey gift ideas, highlighting the popularity of mystery mini sticks. This leads to (yet another) tangent about the crazy world of knee hockey and an update on the son's most recent game. Moving to the NHL, they break down highlight-reel goals from Celebrini and McDavid. The conversation then shifts to the crease, focusing on the rec...

After a slight delay (thanks to theatre and band!), the guys are back to catch up on all things hockey. They break down the son's recent games and his struggles in fantasy hockey. The spotlight then turns to equipment as they discuss the son's broken stick and dive into what players should look for in a new hockey stick's flex and curve. On the international stage, they analyze the con...

Join the Father and Son for a special holiday episode! Part of the show was recorded live from the arena at the exciting Seattle Kraken vs. Dallas Stars game on Thanksgiving Eve. They share their unique rinkside experience where father and son are rooting for opposing teams. They also discuss the record-breaking turnout at the Seattle Torrent's home opener. Plus, the son gives the full recap o...

The Father-Son duo returns for Episode 5, kicking things off with a PWHL follow-up and the excitement surrounding the Seattle Torrent’s upcoming home opener! The discussion shifts to the son’s latest youth hockey weekend, including a (somewhat confusing) breakdown of how hockey lines work. They also chat about wild NHL stories involving players who recently lost their cool and their teeth (aka chi...

Episode 4 is here! The guys dive into the exciting news surrounding the Professional Women's Hockey League (PWHL) expansion teams in the Pacific Northwest. They recap the son's last weekend games, which turned out to be quite physical. Plus, they run through some NHL highlights. And they do a fun quiz of "Hockey This or That", inspired by the Seattle Junior Hockey Association! (R...

The Father-Son duo returns for a post-Halloween check-in. They wrap up the World Series outcome, recount their spooky season festivities, and recap a college hockey game they attended. On the ice, they update listeners on the latest wins, and losses, for both the fantasy team and the youth squad. The discussion then shifts to the NHL's top goal scorers this season. Finally, they encourage all...

The guys are back to cover the latest in hockey! The son gives the lowdown on his fantasy league team and shares an update on his youth hockey season, including thoughts on the new video reviews. Plus they talk about the emotional return of Brad Marchand to Boston and even squeeze in a little chat about the World Series. (Recorded 10/25/25)