The Hockey PDOcast

Dimitri Filipovic is joined by Thomas Drance for the season finale episode to reflect on the moves we’ve seen this week and to take stock of where various notable teams are at heading into the summer. They discuss the K’Andre Miller trade for the Hurricanes, what the Devils can do to optimize their lineup with all of the pieces they currently have under contract, the playoff picture in the West, t...

Dimitri Filipovic is joined by John Matisz and Sean Shapiro to break down all of the notable signings from the start of the free agent period. In Part 2 they discuss the Hurricanes, Rangers, Mammoth, Red Wings, and a number of other teams that caught their eye based on what they did or didn't do yet this week. If you'd like to gain access to the two extra shows we're doing each week this season, y...

Dimitri Filipovic is joined by John Matisz and Sean Shapiro to break down all of the notable signings from the start of the free agent period. In Part 1 they discuss the Canadiens, Blues, Golden Knights, Maple Leafs, Panthers, and Kings. If you'd like to gain access to the two extra shows we're doing each week this season, you can subscribe to our Patreon page here: www.patreon.com/thehockeypdocas...

Dimitri Filipovic is joined by Thomas Drance for this week’s Sunday Special. They discuss things that could be holding up the trade market right now coming out of the draft, the supply and demand imbalance of how many teams have cap space vs. the talent available in free agency, the best bang for your puck players in this year’s UFA class, and the speculation of Marner going Vegas in the form of a...

Dimitri Filipovic is joined by Steve Peters to break down the big JJ Peterka trade between Utah and Buffalo, the fits for both sides, and what the draft is like for teams on the inside. Then Harman Dayal comes on the show to discuss Noah Dobson going to the Canadiens, the John Gibson trade saga finally coming to a merciful end, the smart bet the Senators made, and other moves we've seen during dra...

Dimitri Filipovic is joined by Steve Werier to discuss how the rising cap affects the decision making process for teams, the ways it'll manifest in the first wave this summer, the opportunity cost of going bridge vs. long-term with RFAs, the pros vs. cons of Marner going 2-3 years on his next deal, and next steps for rebuilding teams like the Ducks, Sharks, and Penguins. If you'd like to gain acce...

Dimitri Filipovic is joined by Shayna Goldman to break down today's Trevor Zegras trade, and then work through our most interesting teams this offseason and the big decisions that are ahead for them. If you'd like to gain access to the two extra shows we're doing each week this season, you can subscribe to our Patreon page here: www.patreon.com/thehockeypdocast/membership   If you'd like to p...

Dimitri Filipovic is joined by Thomas Drance for the first Sunday Special of the offseason in which they take a closer look the moves we've seen so far, the lessons we can learn about how teams will conduct their business as the cap continues to rise, and what the 2026 Stanley Cup market tells us about how the teams at the top of the league's hierarchy are positioned prior to whatever is yet to co...

Dimitri Filipovic is joined by Cam Robinson and Chris Peters to do their annual mock draft of the top 16 picks in this year's class. If you'd like to gain access to the two extra shows we're doing each week this season, you can subscribe to our Patreon page here: www.patreon.com/thehockeypdocast/membership   If you'd like to participate in the conversation and join the community we're buildin...

Dimitri Filipovic is joined by Harman Dayal to close the loop on our coverage of this year's postseason by discussing Sam Bennett winning the Conn Smythe over Brad Marchand, the quality of the playoffs, and the likelihood of the Panthers continuing their run next season. Then they get into the first wave of offseason transactions by breaking down the Devils shedding Erik Haula's contract, Matt Duc...

Dimitri Filipovic is joined by Thomas Drance to do a post game show for Game 6 of the Stanley Cup Final, and deep dive how the Florida Panthers went back-to-back as champions. If you'd like to gain access to the two extra shows we're doing each week this season, you can subscribe to our Patreon page here: www.patreon.com/thehockeypdocast/membership   If you'd like to participate in the conver...

Dimitri Filipovic is joined by Thomas Drance to sort through everything they saw in Game 5 of the Stanley Cup Final, including Florida bouncing back with a stifling defensive effort and Brad Marchand's incredible individual performance. Then they dish out their 3 Stars for the night, and look ahead to the biggest points of emphasis heading into Game 6 on Tuesday. If you'd like to gain access to th...

Dimitri Filipovic is joined by Steve Peters to take a look at the Stanley Cup Final through 4 games, and the biggest tactical battlegrounds that have defined the series so far. If you'd like to gain access to the two extra shows we're doing each week this season, you can subscribe to our Patreon page here: www.patreon.com/thehockeypdocast/membership   If you'd like to participate in the conve...

Dimitri Filipovic is joined by Thomas Drance to sort through everything they saw in Game 4 of the Stanley Cup Final, how the Oilers mounted their comeback after going down 3-0, and what to expect heading into Game 5 on Saturday night. If you'd like to gain access to the two extra shows we're doing each week this season, you can subscribe to our Patreon page here: www.patreon.com/thehockeypdocast/m...

Dimitri Filipovic is joined by Thomas Drance to break down everything they saw in Game 3 of the Stanley Cup Final, how the Panthers won decisively with a 6-1 final score, and what the Oilers need to do differently heading into Game 4. If you'd like to gain access to the two extra shows we're doing each week this season, you can subscribe to our Patreon page here: www.patreon.com/thehockeypdocast/m...

Dimitri Filipovic is joined by Thomas Drance to unpack everything they saw in Game 2 of the Stanley Cup Final, highlighting how the Panthers won in double overtime to tie the series at 1, and look ahead to the key storylines for Game 3. If you'd like to gain access to the two extra shows we're doing each week this season, you can subscribe to our Patreon page here: www.patreon.com/thehockeypdocast...

Dimitri Filipovic is joined by Sean Shapiro to react to the Stars making a coaching change today, why they felt like the Pete DeBoer era had run its course, where his next landing spot should be, and whether there's bigger personnel moves coming in Dallas. Then Harman Dayal comes on to answer some mailbag questions from listeners about the most interesting teams to watch this offseason, and lesson...

Dimitri Filipovic is joined by Thomas Drance to sort through everything they saw in Game 1 of the Stanley Cup Final. If you'd like to gain access to the two extra shows we're doing each week this season, you can subscribe to our Patreon page here: www.patreon.com/thehockeypdocast/membership   If you'd like to participate in the conversation and join the community we're building over on Discor...

Dimitri Filipovic is joined by Thomas Drance to help preview this year's Stanley Cup Final by breaking down all of the biggest storylines heading into it.   If you'd like to gain access to the two extra shows we're doing each week this season, you can subscribe to our Patreon page here: www.patreon.com/thehockeypdocast/membership   If you'd like to participate in the conversation and join the...

Dimitri Filipovic is joined by Jack Han to preview the upcoming rematch between the Panthers and Oilers by looking at the key matchups, X-factors, stylistic strengths and weaknesses, and where the Stanley Cup Final will be won. If you'd like to gain access to the two extra shows we're doing each week this season, you can subscribe to our Patreon page here: www.patreon.com/thehockeypdocast/membersh...

Dimitri Filipovic is joined by David Castillo to go through everything they saw in Game 5 of the West Final, and how the Oilers were able to beat the Stars for a second straight year. If you'd like to gain access to the two extra shows we're doing each week this season, you can subscribe to our Patreon page here: www.patreon.com/thehockeypdocast/membership   If you'd like to participate in th...

Description: Dimitri Filipovic is joined by Steve Peters to break down everything they saw in Game 4 of Stars vs. Oilers, why Dallas' 5v5 offense has completely dried up, the contributions Edmonton is getting from various sources throughout the lineup in contrast, and how they've been able to build a 3-1 series lead. If you'd like to gain access to the two extra shows we're doing each week this se...

Dimitri Filipovic is joined by Thomas Drance to react to Edmonton's 6-1 victory to go up 2-1 in the West Final, and Florida being one win away from their third straight Stanley Cup Final appearance out East. If you'd like to gain access to the two extra shows we're doing each week this season, you can subscribe to our Patreon page here: www.patreon.com/thehockeypdocast/membership   If you'd l...

Dimitri Filipovic is joined by Harman Dayal to get into everything they saw in Game 2 of the West Final, how the Oilers were able to even the series up, and what the Stars need to do to get back on track as the series shifts to Edmonton for Games 3 and 4. If you'd like to gain access to the two extra shows we're doing each week this season, you can subscribe to our Patreon page here: www.patreon.c...

Dimitri Filipovic is joined by Steve Peters to break down the first two games of the Eastern Conference Final, how the Panthers have built a 2-0 lead, and all of the details in the Panthers game that led to the demolition we watched in Game 2 of the series. If you'd like to gain access to the two extra shows we're doing each week this season, you can subscribe to our Patreon page here: www.patreon...