Pucks in 7

Congratulations JT! Victoria Matiash and Ryan Paton offer John Tavares a hearty "Pucks in 7" congratulations on his 1000th, while knocking the lack of manners in UBS Arena. They also slam Saturday’s violence in Ottawa, applaud two stars in Florida, extol the Oilers – seven-straight! – and pour one out for the Kings’ road record. Plus, Rantanen rips a teammate’s dad, Sabres show signs of li...

All about the Oilers surging, Coyotes howling, and a future Hall-of-Famer making his season debut in the Motor City. In this episode of “Pucks in 7”, Victoria Matiash and Ryan Paton also talk the Kings’ incomparable road record, the Devils dire need for ‘D’, and how the Wild are finally getting it right. Plus, the Lightning clear the air in Tampa, why Barrie needs to buck up, how the Penguins can...

In this episode of “Pucks in 7”, Victoria Matiash and Ryan Paton dive into Chicago parting ways with Perry (plus his apology), the Wings’ new prominent winger, how one disgruntled defender got his trade wish, and which goaltender found the back of the net himself. Plus, the recuperating Wild, surging Predators, recovering Devils, and why Mitch Marner should wear his “bubble” every game. Advertisin...

From Stockholm to Boston to a Royal Visit in San Jose, Victoria Matiash and Ryan Paton take a fresh “Pucks in 7” view of all matters NHL, on and off ice. Including the Oilers’ ongoing troubles (oh dear), Kings’ alleged distaste for home, Stars’ plans to memorialize Modano’s career, and some awful ideas about altering overtime. Plus, they pour one out for Panarin’s point streak, praise the producti...

The Oilers are in trouble. Predators can’t score. The Wild are unable to keep the puck out of their own net. Leafs’ D is a mess. In this episode of Pucks in 7, Victoria Matiash and Ryan Paton try to figure out how the NHL’s underachievers can fix what ails them. But it’s not all doom and gloom. They also tap into what’s working in Boston, New York, Vegas, and LA, while determining if the Canucks a...

YES, IT'S ONLY WEEK TWO. But that isn't stopping Pucks in 7 pundits Victoria Matiash and Ryan Paton from (over?)reacting to some early surprising results. Can the sizzling Senators and red-hot Red Wings truly contend? Are the Oilers busticated? What's up with Ovi? Answering those questions and more, plus celebrating a rockin' NHL debut in Anaheim and wrapping up a goaltending caree...

In this fast paced episode, Victoria Matiash and Ryan Paton take a look at the first couple of nights of the '23-24 NHL Season and what players and teams stood out more than others. They applaud Connor Bedard's debut as well as Brock Boeser's 4-goal performance on opening night for the Canucks. Also, they get into why the shootout needs to go (already) and discuss the contract extensio...

We’re back for season two! And now viewable! In this prediction-heavy debut of Pucks in 7, Victoria Matiash and Ryan Paton suss out which teams will charge, or maybe squeak, into the postseason, and which will fall disappointingly short. (The Atlantic is already shaping up rather differently in 2023-24.) They also talk solo trophies, including some surprise choices in net and behind the bench, bef...

That's a wrap! In the final episode of Pucks in 7, Victoria Matiash and Ryan Paton put a bow on 2022-23 with a view of this summer's free-agent market winners/losers and which prominent figures remain available. Some light trade talk, a look back at the season that was, and a too-early preview of 2023-24 ties up what's been a banger of an inaugural Pin7 season. Advertising Inquiries: h...

Buyouts and signings and draft picks, oh my! In this penultimate 2022-23 episode of Pucks in 7, Victoria Matiash and Ryan Paton offer their pre-Free-Agent-Frenzy assessment of recent headlining moves, for better or worse: Duchene is done in Nashville, Wheels are finally up in Winnipeg, PLD must rise up in LA, Perry cashes in large in Chicago, and even Barbie has a new deal. Plus a lovely sendoff f...

In this Hall-of-Fame episode of Pucks in 7, Victoria Matiash and Ryan Paton get up close and personal with the Class of 2023, while musing loudly about who should have been nominated. A quick trip through western Canada reveals the challenges (headaches) some teams are forced to deal with this offseason, plus news of a disappointing decision by the league altogether Advertising Inquiries: https://...

Are we hours away from watching Vegas win Lord Stanley’s Cup? In this episode of Pucks in 7, Victoria Matiash and Ryan Paton preview what could be the final game of the 2022-23 season and/or what the Panthers need to do to send the series back to Florida. Plus, Laviolette heads to Manhattan, Huska hopes to bring some hustle to Calgary, tales of two Patricks, and the Senators finally appear sold. A...

Are we hours away from watching Vegas win Lord Stanley’s Cup? In this episode of Pucks in 7, Victoria Matiash and Ryan Paton preview what could be the final game of the 2022-23 season and/or what the Panthers need to do to send the series back to Florida. Plus, Laviolette heads to Manhattan, Huska hopes to bring some hustle to Calgary, tales of two Patricks, and the Senators finally appear sold. A...

Are we hours away from watching Vegas win Lord Stanley’s Cup? In this episode of Pucks in 7, Victoria Matiash and Ryan Paton preview what could be the final game of the 2022-23 season and/or what the Panthers need to do to send the series back to Florida. Plus, Laviolette heads to Manhattan, Huska hopes to bring some hustle to Calgary, tales of two Patricks, and the Senators finally appear sold. A...

The Golden Knights are two wins removed from hoisting Lord Stanley’s Cup. In this episode of Pucks in 7, Victoria Matiash and Ryan Paton suss out what Vegas has done right and what the Panthers need to do differently. Plus, the latest scuttlebutt on Dubois, DeBrincat, and one fresh-faced GM making noise in Philly. Advertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brands Privacy & Opt-Out: https://redci...

And then there were two. In this (PLAYOFF EXTRAVAGANZA!) episode of Pucks in 7, Victoria Matiash and Ryan Paton examine what went wrong for the Stars while previewing a banger of a Final between the Panthers and Vegas. Plus, a rich gossip session about new head coaches in Nashville and Washington, Dubas's replacement in Toronto, and where the Leafs former GM is landing himself. Advertising Inq...

Hockey fans in the Lonestar state still have a glimmer of hope! In this playoff episode of Pucks in 7, Victoria Matiash and Ryan Paton offer the latest on the drive to hoist Lord Stanley's Cup with a little extra "Flair". They also dive into the ongoing drama in Arizona, praise a solid signing in Buffalo, and toss out a new (unique?) nickname for the ever-clutch Matthew Tkachuk Adverti...

Are the Hurricanes and Stars toast? In this episode of Pucks in 7, Victoria Matiash and Ryan Paton dive into each Conference Final series, examining which team has the best chance of clawing its way back into contention. Plus, another look at the Maple Leafs' off-ice soap opera -- since they continue to provide jaw-dropping material -- and how the Flames' choice for GM feels reasonable eno...

Can the Hurricanes blow past the Panthers? Are the Stars bright enough to outshine the Golden Knights (sparkly helmets and all) for the right to advance out of the West? Down to the final four, Victoria Matiash and Ryan Paton suss out which remaining teams boast the best chance of moving on to battle for Lord Stanley's Cup. Plus, a 'Pucks in 7' deep dive on the Maple Leafs' offseas...

And then there were six. Victoria Matiash and Ryan Paton dive into a motherload of drama as the Maple Leafs and Devils are eliminated from the postseason, while still crediting the deserving Panthers and Hurricanes. They also applaud the Oilers' mother-of-all power plays - despite Vegas seizing the series advantage - and can't stay mum on how Dallas appears in the driver's seat versus...

Connor Bedard is Chicago-bound! Also, do the Maple Leafs have a shot? What happened to the Stars’ stars in Seattle? Can the Kraken’s cooperative continue to get it done? Where did the Hurricanes’ defense disappear to? How about them Hughes brothers? Is Vegas able to stave off McDavid and Draisaitl without Brossoit? Victoria Matiash and Ryan Paton (try to) answer these questions and more in this dy...

May the 4th be with you to all who celebrate! Victoria Matiash and Ryan Paton take a ‘Pucks in 7’ look at how the Kraken and Knights managed to survive Jedi-like efforts from Pavelski and Draisaitl. After applauding Carolina’s superior playoff effort against the Devils, and diving into how the Leafs might stifle Tkachuk, they also wonder who’s next in line to coach the Flames – maybe the Rangers t...

And then there were nine! With all but one first-round series in the books, Victoria Matiash and Ryan Paton poke and prod those remaining in candid ‘Pucks in 7’ fashion, while marvelling at two epic exits. Bye bye Bruins! Adios Avalanche! Oh, and a colossal coaching change in Calgary. All that and more in this jam-packed playoff episode to kick off the month of May. Advertising Inquiries: https://...

In a run-up to seven(!) Game 6’s, Victoria Matiash and Ryan Paton put all 14 teams under the ‘Pucks in 7’ microscope, while congratulating the Knights and sending the Jets back into their hangar. What’s wrong with the Rangers’ offense? Can the Kraken possibly beat the Cup Champs? Do the Panthers have any real hope versus the mighty Bruins? Are the Leafs in position to blow it and send their heavil...

In this passion-filled playoff edition of ‘Pucks in 7’, Victoria Matiash and Ryan Paton run through the drama to date, including super-charged tilts between the Leafs and Lightning and Oilers and Kings. They marvel at the Bruins (managing without two biggies), wonder why the Isles can’t score (at all), relish the hatred between the Wild and Stars, and prematurely send two teams (three, really) pac...