Overtime Hockey Talk

We recap NHL trade deadline day and highlight early fits like Nazem Kadri’s return to Colorado (bigger minutes, playing wing with Nathan MacKinnon) and Scott Laughton’s fast start with the LA Kings. We dig into Detroit’s major move: acquiring Justin Faulk from St. Louis for Justin Holl, Dmitri Buchelnikov, and unprotected 2026 first- and third-round picks, discussing Faulk’s first game usage, expe...

Mark Paul and Justin Baker delve into some of the most infamous trades in NHL history, sparked by the recent trade of Quinn Hughes from the Vancouver Canucks to the Minnesota Wild. They discuss several trades that altered the landscape of the league, from the shocking Wayne Gretzky trade to the Joe Thornton and Patrick Roy trades, examining the impacts and outcomes for the teams involved. The host...

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Chapters   Chapter 1: The Honourable Mentions (00:00) Mark and Justin set the stage for their final positional ranking, acknowledging it was a difficult list to create. They kick things off by discussing the players who just missed the cut for their top 25. Justin's "Just Missed" List: Claude Giroux, Brock Boeser (too inconsistent), and Bryan Rust. Mark's "Just Missed" List: Patrick Kane (ranked #...

In this episode of Overtime Hockey Talk, we dive into our much-anticipated list of the top 25 left wingers for the upcoming NHL season. We discuss our criteria for player rankings, the challenges of positional designations, and how recent performances and potential future impacts have influenced our choices. Key players like Clayton Keller, Alexander Ovechkin, Jason Robertson, and Kirill Kaprizov...

In this episode of Overtime Hockey Talk, we dive into our ranking of the top 25 centers in the NHL. We recap our recent lists of top goalies and defenders, and then debate the criteria for ranking centers, considering positions and fantasy value. We discuss notable players who just missed the cut, including Robert Thomas and Mika Zibanejad, and then count down our top 25 centers. Discussions inclu...

We discuss their top 25 NHL defensemen for the upcoming 2025-2026 season. The episode dives into various criteria for ranking, including fantasy value, team talent, and overall skill. We examine players like Chris Tanev, Lane Hudson, and Thomas Harley, debating their placement based on past performance and future potential. The episode concludes with the top 10 defensemen, highlighting notable nam...

Ranking NHL Goalies: Top 20 Breakdown We dive into their offseason rankings of the top 20 goaltenders in the NHL. We review past rankings from 2019 and discuss the significant shifts in their evaluations. We share our methods for determining their rankings, considering factors like team defense changes, individual performance, and fantasy implications. Key debates include the performances and pote...

We discuss the recent developments in the NHL playoffs, specifically focusing on the Toronto Maple Leafs vs. Florida Panthers game. They analyze the thrilling match, discuss the players' performances, and speculate on the potential outcomes of the series. We also delve into other playoff series, including Winnipeg vs. Dallas, Edmonton Oilers vs. Vegas Golden Knights, and Carolina Hurricanes vs. Wa...

Brad joins us from the Undrafted Hockey Podcast for an in-depth discussion on the ongoing NHL Playoffs. You can find the Undrafted Hockey Podcast here! ⏰⏰Chapters⏰⏰ 01:03 Edmonton vs LA Analysis 08:50 Winnipeg vs St. Louis Breakdown 15:28 Minnesota vs Vegas Insights 19:13 Dallas vs Colorado Discussion 26:16 Hurricanes vs Devils 28:42 The Case for More Hockey Awards 33:15 Capitals vs. Canadiens...

We jump into the opening games of the NHL playoffs. We discuss player performances, potential series outcomes, and key player injuries. We also touch on recent NHL coaching changes, firings, and potential hires, including the Seattle Kraken, Anaheim Ducks, and New York Islanders' search for new leadership. 01:30 Kings vs. Oilers 03:15 Jets vs. Blues 07:59 Capitals vs. Canadiens 09:32 Leafs vs. Sen...

We dive into detailed previews and predictions for the 2025 NHL Stanley Cup Playoff series. This episode focuses on the remaining four series: Winnipeg Jets vs. St. Louis Blues, Vegas Golden Knights vs. Minnesota Wild, Tampa Bay Lightning vs. Florida Panthers, and Toronto Maple Leafs vs. Ottawa Senators. We analyze team performances, key players, and potential outcomes as they predict which teams...

We dive deep into the first round of the NHL playoffs. We preview the three series that we know will happen plus we throw in Washington Capitals vs Montreal Canadiens because we like to predict the future. 03:14 Los Angeles Kings vs. Edmonton Oilers 20:49 Dallas Stars vs. Colorado Avalanche 34:24 Carolina vs. New Jersey 45:31 Washington Capitals vs. Montreal Canadiens Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsW...

We begin talking about Alex Ovechkin breaking the game-winning goals record. The conversation transitions to the competitive Eastern Conference playoff race, discussing potential strategies and matchups. In the Western Conference, attention is given to teams like St. Louis, Vegas, Edmonton, and Winnipeg, evaluating their playoff prospects and recent performances. The episode also discusses the CBA...

Justin kicks off the show by celebrating Alexander Ovechkin's historic achievement of scoring his 895th goal, surpassing Wayne Gretzky's record. He commends Ovechkin's remarkable career and speculates on the possibility of him reaching 1,000 goals. Following the tribute, Justin dives into an NHL redraft of the 2011 draft class. He re-evaluates the top 15 picks based on the players' careers up to n...

The NHL playoff race has taken a huge turn as the Ottawa Senators have cemented their spot in the first wild card in the East, and the Montreal Canadiens suddenly find themselves in wild card territory as well. In the West, the St. Louis Blues have surged despite the loss of their captain Colton Parayko. Follow us on X -  OTHockeyTalk Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com f...

We dive deep into the impacts of the recent NHL trade deadline. We discuss their thoughts on major trades, focusing on winners and losers, and share their opinions on teams like the Boston Bruins, Toronto Maple Leafs, Colorado Avalanche, and Detroit Red Wings. Highlighting the significant trades and their potential implications for the remainder of the season, particularly with an emphasis on the...

We dive deep into the excitement and speculation surrounding the NHL trade deadline. We discuss the potential impact of recent trades, such as Seth Jones to the Florida Panthers and Gustav Nyquist to the Minnesota Wild. Wethen break down our top ten trade predictions, including potential big moves involving players like Brock Nelson, Ryan Donato, and even a dream scenario with Miko Rantanen. The e...

We dive into the Four Nations hockey tournament. The episode also discusses NHL rumors, such as potential trades involving Elias Pettersson, Tage Thompson, and Vladimir Tarasenko, and the signing speculations of John Tavares. 00:00 Welcome to Overtime Hockey Talk 02:23 Four Nations Tournament Overview 08:00 USA vs Canada: Key Players and Predictions 16:43 Rumors and Speculations 17:03 Vancouver's...

In this episode of Overtime Hockey Talk, we delve into the upcoming Four Nations Tournament and explore how it stacks up against the NHL All-Star Weekend. We discuss the current state of the NHL as it enters its official break, analyzing teams like the Detroit Red Wings and their playoff prospects under coach Todd McClellan. We also touch on the Eastern Conference playoff race, the potential impac...

We dive into the season's most significant trade: the Colorado Avalanche moving Miko Rantanen to the Carolina Hurricanes in a three-way deal involving the Chicago Blackhawks. We break down the trade details, discuss its impact on all three teams involved, and speculate on the Hurricanes' future moves. Additionally, we talk about a recent key signing by the Washington Capitals and the Red Wings' po...

We dive into our picks for the Top 25 NHL Players of the 2000s, assessing based on stats, hardware, and overall contributions from the 1999-2000 season to the present. We discuss players like Jaromir Jagr, Nicholas Lindstrom, Joe Pavelski, the Sedin twins, and Zdeno Chara who made or just missed our list. We also cover goalies like Roberto Luongo and Marc Andre Fleury, elite forwards like Steven S...

We tackle 10 burning questions about the current NHL season, discussing trade rumors, team performances, star players, and even the possibility of the Washington Capitals being Stanley Cup contenders. We also debate if the Toronto Maple Leafs need to make a move for a new goalie, analyze the New York Rangers’ disappointing season, and highlight surprising teams like the Columbus Blue Jackets. Join...

You've heard it before, American Thanksgiving is when you can look at the standings and determine with almost near certainty who will make the playoffs. Well, we've looked at the standings and we have to disagree on that. We talk about the teams we think will still miss the playoffs, despite being in a playoff position. As well, who we think can jump back into a playoff spot after a poor start. Fo...