PHNX Hockey Podcast

Last night's game 4 between the Colorado Avalanche and Tampa Bay Lightning ended with a bang. Were there too many men on the ice? Craig and Leah break down the game, discuss Jon Cooper's postgame comments and debate what the Avalanche will do with Darcy Kuemper moving forward. Plus, the NHL coaching carousel continues. If you or someone you know has a gambling problem, crisis counseling and referr...

Arizona-born NHL prospects Josh Doan and Matthew Knies join the show to talk about their youth hockey academy, their friendship, growing up playing hockey in Arizona and more! If you or someone you know has a gambling problem, crisis counseling and referral services can be accessed by calling 1-800-GAMBLER (1-800-426-2537) (IL/IN/MI/NJ/PA/WV/WY), 1-800-NEXT STEP (AZ), 1-800-522-4700 (CO/NH), 888-7...

On today's Trade Talk Tuesday, Petey, Craig and Leah dive into the trade tree of the Keith Tkachuk trade. What were the circumstances around the trade? What did the Coyotes get in return? And who won? If you or someone you know has a gambling problem, crisis counseling and referral services can be accessed by calling 1-800-GAMBLER (1-800-426-2537) (IL/IN/MI/NJ/PA/WV/WY), 1-800-NEXT STEP (AZ), 1-80...

The NHL Awards are tomorrow night and there are no Arizona Coyotes players or front office staff nominated. In fact, the Arizona Coyotes’ overall history with NHL Awards is a suspect one. Craig, Petey and Leah talk about the Coyotes' historical lack of winning of league awards and debate who will win the top prizes tomorrow night! If you or someone you know has a gambling problem, crisis counselin...

The Tampa Bay Lightning and Colorado Avalanche are facing off in the Stanley Cup Final, but these teams haven’t always been the powerhouses they are today. What was the rebuild path for both Cup finalists and how does the Arizona Coyotes’ current rebuild compare? Craig, Petey and Leah discuss what a successful rebuild looks like, talk about the latest Coyotes news and have some fun on this Friday...

We know that the Tempe City Council has voted to move forward with negotiations for the Coyotes' proposed arena and entertainment district. Now what? Craig, Petey and Leah discuss Craig's interview with Tempe Mayor Corey Woods and Vice Mayor Randy Keating and the key points that will come up over the next few months. If you or someone you know has a gambling problem, crisis counseling and referral...

The Colorado Avalanche and the Tampa Bay Lightning are facing off for the NHL’s top prize: the Stanley Cup. Will Darcy Kuemper and the Avalanche stop Andrei Vasilevskiy and the Lightning from winning the Cup for a third straight year? Craig, Leah and Petey preview the Final matchup and give their predictions for who will be champions. If you or someone you know has a gambling problem, crisis couns...

On today's Trade Talk Tuesday, Craig, Petey and Leah dive into both ends of the Darcy Kuemper trade, from his acquisition to the Arizona Coyotes to his departure to the Colorado Avalanche. If you or someone you know has a gambling problem, crisis counseling and referral services can be accessed by calling 1-800-GAMBLER (1-800-426-2537) (IL/IN/MI/NJ/PA/WV/WY), 1-800-NEXT STEP (AZ), 1-800-522-4700 (...

Arizona Coyotes president and CEO Xavier Gutierrez joins to talk the proposed arena project in Tempe, sharing an arena with ASU, future plans for the Coyotes and more! If you or someone you know has a gambling problem, crisis counseling and referral services can be accessed by calling 1-800-GAMBLER (1-800-426-2537) (IL/IN/MI/NJ/PA/WV/WY), 1-800-NEXT STEP (AZ), 1-800-522-4700 (CO/NH), 888-789-7777/...

Dylan Guenther and the Edmonton Oil Kings are one win away from securing the Western Hockey League Championship and going to the Memorial Cup. In the NHL, the Tampa Bay Lightning are one win away from appearing in the team’s third straight Stanley Cup Final. Leah and Craig talk about last night’s game between the New York Rangers and Tampa Bay Lightning, how Dylan Guenther’s injury could impact th...

With one more Stanley Cup, the Tampa Bay Lightning have the chance to become the most dominant team of the post-lockout and salary-cap era. What makes a dynasty? How does Tampa compare to Pittsburgh and Chicago? What key pieces do these teams have in common? And what steps do the Arizona Coyotes need to take to one day become a dynasty of their own? If you or someone you know has a gambling proble...

The NHL Draft is one month away. Who will the Arizona Coyotes draft 3rd overall? What can the team accomplish with all of their picks? NHL Draft and prospect analyst Chris Peters joins Craig and Leah to give his insight on this year’s prospect pool and what the Coyotes might be able to achieve. If you or someone you know has a gambling problem, crisis counseling and referral services can be access...

On today's Trade Talk Tuesday episode, we break down the Antoine Vermette trade. What were the circumstances around his acquisition, the long-term effects and who won the trade? If you or someone you know has a gambling problem, crisis counseling and referral services can be accessed by calling 1-800-GAMBLER (1-800-426-2537) (IL/IN/MI/NJ/PA/WV/WY), 1-800-NEXT STEP (AZ), 1-800-522-4700 (CO/NH), 888...

Mike Smith and the Edmonton Oilers are on the verge of elimination against Darcy Kuemper and the Colorado Avalanche. In the east, Riley Nash and the Tampa Bay Lightning have pulled within one game to the New York Rangers. Leah and Petey talk all things Conference Finals, including Petey’s experience at the playoffs. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices Hosted by Sim...

Welcome to the BRAND NEW edition of THE Phoenix Sports Podcast! Join co-hosts Makayla Perkins and Chierstin Susel as they discuss this weeks Valley Peaks: Kyler Murray has officially returned to Arizona Cardinals OTAs, the Arizona Coyotes arena proposal gets approves by Tempe City Council, Ketel Marte is on a career high hitting streak and the Arizona Diamondbacks beat the Atlanta Braves and MORE!...

It's the morning after the Tempe City Council voted yes to move forward in negotiations with the Arizona Coyotes to build an arena in Tempe. Leah, Petey and Shawn discuss the decision and the impact going forward, chat NHL playoffs and share what we're binging this weekend! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswiz...

The Tempe City Council has voted to move forward with the Arizona Coyotes’ proposal to build a professional hockey arena, hotels, offices, retail and residential on city land. Join Leah, Petey, Craig and Espo for reactions and a breakdown of this decision! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for informat...

The NHL Scouting Combine is this week. Shane Wright, Logan Cooley and Juraj Slafkovsky are among the 96 prospects in attendance. What goes on at this event and what are teams looking for? Former Arizona Coyotes strength and conditioning coach JP Major joins Craig and Leah to give an inside look at the NHL Scouting Combine. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices Hosted...

On today's Trade Talk Tuesday, we break down the Daniel Brière trade and all its ramifications. Why did GM Mike Barnett do it? What became of Chris Gratton? Who won the trade? Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Former Arizona Coyotes goaltenders Darcy Kuemper and Mike Smith will face off in the Western Conference Final for the Colorado Avalanche and the Edmonton Oilers. Defending champion Tampa Bay Lightning are still awaiting the result of the New York Rangers and Carolina Hurricanes series. Craig, Petey and Leah preview the third round of the NHL playoffs, including both potential matchups in the east....

There are some BIG unanswered questions facing the Arizona Cardinals, Arizona Coyotes and the Phoenix Suns during their offseason. Will the Cardinals get a new contract for QB Kyler Murray? Will the Phoenix Suns extend Deandre Ayton or trade for a superstar player like Kevin Durant? Will the Arizona Coyotes finally find their new permeant home? Join Makayla Perkins and Chierstin Susel as they try...

Mike Smith, Connor McDavid and the Edmonton Oilers eliminated the Calgary Flames in thrilling fashion last night. Plus, the Carolina Hurricanes (aka the Carolina Coyotes) have taken the series lead over the New York Rangers. Craig, Petey and Leah break down last night’s NHL Playoff games, look ahead to the weekend and have some Friday fun! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com...

The second round of the NHL playoffs is heating up and the 2022 IIHF World Championship is underway. On this Around the NHL episode, Craig, Petey and Leah talk the latest storylines from around the league. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data f...

TSN’s Director of Scouting Craig Button joins to talk about the upcoming NHL Draft, prospects and who the Arizona Coyotes could select 3rd overall. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

The drama heats up between the Coyotes and the city of Glendale, eventually ending in a breakup, and both parties say they're better for it. It's the end of an era, and opportunity for brighter futures for everyone involved. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use...