No Pucks Given w/ stuart forreal

The Edmonton Oilers just pulled off the ultimate Free Agent Frenzy masterclass. In this episode, we are reacting LIVE to the absolute blockbuster trade sending Darnell Nurse to San Jose, breaking down the massive return of Shakir Mukhamadullin , and discussing what Ryan Shea brings to the blue line. Plus, the biggest shocker of the summer: Stanley Cup champion Frederik Andersen is officially an Ed...

Mike Babcock is officially the new head coach of the Edmonton Oilers, sparking massive controversy across the NHL! In Season 2, Episode 10 of No Pucks Given Stuart and Rick break down the shocking coaching hire, whether Connor McDavid’s support changes the fan narrative, and if Babcock is truly the piece to deliver a Stanley Cup to Edmonton! Plus, we dive into the massive news from the 2026 NHL Dr...

Is Connor McDavid REALLY going to the Montreal Canadiens? Stuart and Rick break down the wildest NHL trade rumors, Mitch Marner's Vegas success, and Evan Bouchard’s injury. Safe to say, Leafs fans are NOT happy watching Mitch Marner tear up the Stanley Cup Final with the Vegas Golden Knights while Freddy Anderson holds down the fort for the Carolina Hurricanes. Rick drops his unfiltered, hilar...

The hockey world is absolutely melting down, and we are breaking it all down on Season 2, Episode 8 of No Pucks Given ! First up: The rumor that shook Twitter. Montreal Canadiens insider Marc-Olivier Beaudoin dropped a bombshell claiming that if Connor McDavid ever decides to move on from the Edmonton Oilers, the Habs are sitting right at the top of his destination wish list. Is there any actual v...

The Oilers offseason is already at a boiling point. In this episode, we break down a week of pure frustration and massive rumors in Edmonton. The Bouchard Robbery: Evan Bouchard led all NHL defensemen in scoring by 14 points, but he didn't even crack the top three for Norris Trophy nominations. We dive into the snub that has the entire City of Champions heated. McDavid’s Brutal Honesty: After...

an the Edmonton Oilers finally finish the job, or will goaltending be their downfall again? In this high-stakes episode of No Pucks Given , Stuart is joined by hockey influencer and die-hard Leafs fan Rick Rowley (@rickrowley3) to break down the final stretch before the Stanley Cup Playoffs. We’re getting into the weeds on the trade that defined the season: Did the Oilers actually win the Tristan...

Headline: From Mill Woods to the Reality of Wrestling — The Rise of Gigi Rey. 🇨🇦⭐🇺🇸 In this episode of No Pucks Given , we are joined by the incredible Gigi Rey ! We trace her journey from starting her career in Canada to making the life-changing move to Texas to train under WWE Hall of Famer Booker T at his world-renowned promotion, Reality of Wrestling (ROW) . Gigi opens up about the grind of r...

The trade deadline is here, and the Edmonton Oilers are making moves! In this episode of the No Pucks Given Podcast , we are joined by the one and only Nick Basra (@nicktoksOilers) to break down a massive week for the Copper & Blue. General Manager Stan Bowman has officially gone "All-In," shipping out Andrew Mangiapane to bring in a trio of reinforcements from the Chicago Blackhawks...

Headline: Is he a traitor or just a fan? 🇨🇦⭐ In this episode of No Pucks Given , we’re joined by the one and only francezttv (@francezttv / Twitch), a content creator who defies logic: he’s a proud Canadian with a die-hard obsession for the Dallas Stars . We’re diving deep into the identity crisis that has fans confused and talking about his wild trip to Edmonton right after the Oilers knocked hi...

Stuart Forreal and special guest (and die-hard Leafs fan) Rick Rowley take a deep dive into the messiest week in hockey. We aren't holding back on the controversy surrounding Gavin McKenna , the consensus 2026 No. 1 overall pick. With assault charges looming, we ask the tough questions: Is he innocent? And if the Vancouver Canucks end up with that first-round pick, do they still take the risk?...

Season 2 is officially here! The Notebooks returns as Rick Rowley and I dive deep into a massive week for hockey. We kick things off with the World Juniors , breaking down Team Canada’s absolute 7-1 demolition of Slovakia as they prepare for a high-stakes Semi-Final matchup against Czechia. In this episode: The Taylor Hall Files: Rick shares an exclusive backstory from Hall’s draft year that you h...

The Toronto Maple Leafs are once again at the center of the hockey world — but is the problem really behind the bench? Rick sounds off on what he believes is a player-driven issue in Toronto , pushing back on speculation surrounding head coach Craig Berube and explaining why firing the coach would be a huge mistake. The conversation turns heated as Auston Matthews’ leadership, accountability, and...

The Edmonton Oilers made a blockbuster move, sending Stuart Skinner to the Pittsburgh Penguins in exchange for Tristan Jarry — and Oilers fans are split. Was goaltending really the problem, or should Edmonton have focused on fixing their defense instead? We break down the numbers, the injury concerns surrounding Jarry, and whether this move actually makes the Oilers better — or just riskier. Plus,...

The Toronto Maple Leafs are facing a goaltending crisis , forced to turn to AHL call-ups as injuries continue to mount. The Edmonton Oilers don’t have the same injury issues, but questions remain about consistency in net , even with Stuart Skinner coming off a couple of better performances. We break down the similarities between both teams, explain why we’re still reserving judgment on Edmonton’s...

Are the Edmonton Oilers really considering trading Stuart Skinner? In Episode 10 of the No Pucks Given Podcast , Stuart and Rick dive deep into the growing concern around the Oilers’ goaltending — and whether a major move could be coming soon. With Stuart Skinner struggling and Calvin Pickard unable to stabilize the net, Edmonton suddenly finds itself at the center of trade rumours across the NHL....

AJ Galante — best known from the Netflix documentary Untold: Crime & Penalties and former president of the Danbury Trashers — joins Stuart and Rick for a loaded Episode 9. We dive into: The Edmonton Oilers’ ongoing goalie crisis and what the team can realistically do Behind-the-scenes talk from AJ’s work with Ice Wars , including the June event The incredible Georges Laraque story about how cl...

Episode 8 of No Pucks Given is absolute chaos from start to finish. Stuart and Rick break down the Edmonton Oilers’ ongoing goalie disaster — is Stuart Skinner running out of time? Are the Oilers finally forced to make a move? We dive into what’s working, what’s not, and who could realistically replace him. Meanwhile in Leafs Nation… Auston Matthews gives fans a scare , and Rick is absolutely spir...

Another year, another meltdown in Edmonton. Stuart (@stuartforreal) and Rick (@rickrowley3) dive deep into what’s going wrong with the Oilers this time — from shaky goaltending to questionable coaching decisions and locker-room vibes that just don’t feel right. Are McDavid and Draisaitl running out of patience, or is this just another early-season slump? 🔥 Plus: we talk about how the Leafs are lo...

The No Pucks Given Podcast is back and we’re fired up. This week we dive into the biggest debate in Oil Country: Can Stuart Skinner actually lead the Edmonton Oilers to a Stanley Cup? Is he the guy… or are fans holding onto a dream? Plus: The Blue Jays heartbreak that still hurts NHL storylines and hot takes Goalie talk, Canadian sports chaos, and zero filter If you're a die-hard Oilers fan, J...

The Blue Jays are taking on Shohei Ohtani and the Dodgers in the World Series — but do they stand a chance against baseball’s best? Rick and I break it down, plus we talk Oilers vs Leafs, Stolarz calling out his teammates, and if Evan Bouchard can crack Team Canada. It’s a heated one! 🎙️ Follow the show: @stuartforreal 👕 Presented by BenchClearers — get 15% off with code nopucksgiven15 #NoPucksGi...

In Episode 4 of No Pucks Given w/ Stuart Forreal, we dive deep into the Edmonton Oilers’ biggest question right now:Who should get the next start — Stuart Skinner or Calvin Pickard? Skinner’s been dialed in lately, shutting out the Rangers and following it up with a strong performance against the Islanders. But with Pickard expected to get more games this season, what’s the right move for the Oile...

The Edmonton Oilers blew a 3–0 lead against the Calgary Flames and lost 4–3 in a shootout… and it all started with one brutal turnover by Stuart Skinner. In this episode of No Pucks Given, I break down the collapse and vent my frustration alongside first-time guest Maj from Oilersnation. Later, Rick Rowley returns to help me figure out whether the Oilers can keep trusting Skinner — or if it’s time...

@rickrowley3 joins me again on No Pucks Given for Episode 2 as we break down a wild week in hockey. We talk about the Connor Ingram trade to the Oilers , how it affects Stuart Skinner and the goalie room , and what Kirill Kaprizov’s massive new contract could mean for Connor McDavid’s next deal . We also touch on the Leafs , early Calder Trophy picks, and—of course—Rick drops a few hilarious stori...

The debut of No Pucks Given w/ stuart forreal is here! Hockey influencer Rick Rowley joins to break down Connor McDavid’s contract drama and whether a Stanley Cup would have changed everything. We dive into Oilers vs Leafs debates, NHL rumors, and unfiltered takes—no pandering, no sugarcoating. Rick also shares his journey in hockey media and how stand-up comedy shaped his grind. 💬 Share your tho...