Two Man Forecheck

We are closing in on the end of the regular season, then the fun really begins.  Most teams have between 10 and 13 games left to cement their spots in the post season tourney for ownership of Lord Stanley’s Chalice (for one year).  Here is the breakdown of this week’s show… BU/BC and the Sharks Connection:  0:00 – 15:53 Moneypuck Odds:  15:53 – 21:44 Bruin’s Drafting Over the Years:  21:44 – 54:55...

With about 5 weeks left in the regular season, we are streaking toward the finish line and what is shaping up to be a very interesting potential list of first round matchups.  It is also time for Frozen Four and PWHL hockey.  Here is the breakdown of the show… NCAA Womens’ Frozen Four Matchups:  0:00 – 18:27 PWHL to Reconfigure the back of their Sweaters:  18:27 – 23:34 Five UFA’s and Their Potent...

The Trade Deadline has come and gone.  A Head Coach has come and one has gone.  We at the Two Man Forecheck, however, are here to stay!  Here is the breakdown of the latest show… Will He/Won’t He:  Noah Hanifin:  0:00 – 14:22 Coyotes’ Home Situation:  14:22 – 25:51 NHL Playoff Odds (Thanks Moneypuck!):  25:51 – 51:13 Penguins’ Future/Travis Green to NJ:  51:13 – 59:26 Islanders Do Nothing:  59:26...

The excitement is building!  We are 5 days away from the trade deadline and there have been no earth-shattering deals struck to this point (except maybe Elias Lindholm…and Sean Monahan…but we digress…).  We look forward to what is coming and what has been said as we lead up to it.  Here’s the breakdown… The Jori Jones Award:  0:00 – 8:41 The Tucker Tynan Lawsuit:  8:41 – 19:56 Will He/Won’t He Juu...

The Trade Deadline is approaching fast, and the second half has started with a bang.  Hope everyone is enjoying the hockey.  Here at the Forecheck, we are talking not only about deals, but the players, movers and shakers who construct them.  Here is the breakdown of the show… Will He or Won’t He Rick Nash (Bob Essensa & Mathieu Darche):  0:00 – 29:50 Adam Ruzicka’s Nosedive:  29:50 – 41:46 The...

We are 3 weeks out from the NHL Trade Deadline, a surefire day of excitement for most of the teams around the league.  Due to the cap, there are some organizations that won’t be as active as their respective fans would hope them to be.  Here is the breakdown of the show… Rielly Gets Five Games:  0:00 – 14:09 Blue Jackets Fire Kekalainen & Get an Outdoor Game:  14:09 – 40:52 Panthers Win 11 Str...

Now past the All Star break, and with the trade deadline looming, there are a few other topics to touch on during the silly season.  Here are this week's stories... Pietrangelo at 1000 Games:  0:00 - 13:07 Sergachev Out Indefinitely:  13:07 - 21:41 The Stanley Cup is Broken:  21:41 - 27:26 Morgan Rielly Hits Ridley Greig:  27:26 - 37:37 The Importance of a Center:  37:37 - 1:19:44 Poitras Done for...

Another All-Star weekend has come and gone and we at the Forecheck have given our opinions this week, along with our thoughts on a couple trades and a firing.  Our thoughts and prayers go out to the Lacher family, friends and teammates as Blaine has passed away at 53.  We wish nothing but the best for everyone he touched.  With that said, here is the breakdown for this week’s show… All-Star Weeken...

We have arrived at the midpoint of the NHL season, although for some it is beyond 41, and the Bruins are still tops in the NHL.  The standings are taking shape and the all-star weekend will surely entertain, but we are all waiting for the silly season to really ramp up.  Here is the breakdown for this week… Brendan Gallagher Suspended:  0:00 – 19:30 Auston Matthews Scores 70:  19:30 – 44:24 Brad M...

As we approach the All-Star weekend and the silly season after (well, honestly it’s already started), the Two Man Forecheck begin to ramp up for what is to come.  Here is the breakdown… Patrick Roy Hired by the Islanders:  0:00 – 29:28 Canadian Team Wins the Cup? & the Minnesota Teardown:  29:28 – 1:05:03 Trade Board 3.0 (The Athletic):  1:05:03 – 1:14:12 Can the B’s Win Without a Center:  1:1...

Another week has past and we are now a couple weeks into the new year.   The first domino has fallen in the trade market thanks to the Flyers and Ducks.  How many more will we see before the deadline?  We start the discussion this week with the All-American Prospect Game where there is one player who doesn’t quite fit the description.  Here is the breakdown… The All American Prospect Game/Matvei G...

Happy  New Year one and all!  After another brief stint on the IR, we are back with a new episode for the new year.  It is a bit longer as there was quite a bit to talk about and here is the breakdown…   PWHL Starts New Season:  0:00 – 20:53 Jack Adams Candidates:  20:53 – 44:09 Ovi in decline?:  44:09 – 1:14:39 The Rise of Frederic:  1:14:39 – 1:33:59 Will He/Won’t He DeBrusk:  1:33:59 – 1:41:57...

Hey all, and welcome back to the Two Man Forecheck!  Chris was on IR last week and without a possible call-up we missed a week, but we’re back!  It’s Christmas Eve day here in the states and we have a fun-filled, Mike would call it “shouty” episode here for you to unwrap.  Here is the breakdown… Open/Bruin’s Emotional Engagement:  0:00 – 25:55 Jack Edwards Out a Few Games:  25:55 – 35:43 Mike’s Pr...

With Christmas fast approaching, we look forward to who the pundits feel have the best choice of winning, as well as look back at where the scenery may change (or may not in this case), but we stay in the moment as some teams are dealing with injuries and issues plaguing them at this time.  Here is the breakdown: Playoff Odds (Money Puck):  0:00 – 21:07 Bruins Injuries:  21:07 – 29:07 Behind the B...

The NHL season has entered December and one of the hottest teams is one no one would expect…The Arizona Coyotes who have won 4 in a row.  Here at the Forecheck, we continue on a streak of our own…another strong episode.  Here is the breakdown… Corey Perry Released:  0:00 – 26:26 Adam Jiricek Hit:  26:26 – 47:45 The PWHL Schedule and Locales:  47:45 – 1:01:07 Zadorov Traded/Lindholm Possibilites: ...

Now that everyone has had their fill of turkey and “fixins”, the focus, at least for the next four weeks, is back on the NHL where we at the Forecheck never lose our focus.  Here is this week’s roster for the show:   Will the Real Bruins Please Stand Up:  0:00 – 43:23 M.A.F. Wears a Mask Honoring His Wife:  43:23 – 51:43 Trouba Tries Out for the Yankees:  51:43 – 1:01:42 Are the Sharks the Worst t...

As we approach U.S. Thanksgiving (and a Happy Thanksgiving to all from us here at the Forecheck) the NHL has given us some exciting things to talk about.  Young rookies, some player milestones, league leaders and some physicality.  So, sit back, relax with the family, and give our latest episode a listen…and don’t forget to vote!  Enjoy the Show!   Stop the Presses; League Leaders:  0:00 – 23:50 C...

The NHL Season is now approximately one month old and as we discuss in the first segment, the standings are as confusing as they have been for the last couple seasons at this time.  Here at the Forecheck, we attempt to find the answers to such craziness… The NHL Standings & Surprises:  0:00 – 48:23 Pierre Dorian Out in Ottawa:  48:23 – 59:07 Trade Rumors Bruins & Oilers:  59:07 – 1:07:16 N...

Well, Halloween has come and gone.  Next on the holiday hit parade...U.S. Thanksgiving, where we will have a better picture of where the teams are heading.  For this week, we continue to bring you what is happening now in hockey... The Sharks Sad Start & Who is to Blame:  0:00 - 23:33 Is Jeff Petry Done in Detroit?:  23:33 - 32:42 Mike's Best Bruins Lineup:  32:42 - 43:45 Charlie McAvoy Suspen...

As we approach Halloween here in the states, we have no idea what tricks or treats the NHL plans to surprise us with for the holiday.  The Two Man Forecheck, however, has this episode full of treats to satisfy your hockey sweet tooth. Open – NHL Surprises:  0:00 – 15:17 Rob O’Gara, Head Coach?:  15:17 – 22:29 Pride Tape Part Deux:  22:29 – 32:03 Pinto Suspended:  32:03 – 48:20 Drouin in Trouble: ...

One week in the books for the 23-24 season and, of course, nothing is settled.  We at the Forecheck are settling into a new season.  Here is this week's edition. Travis Dermott & Pride Tape:  0:00 - 18:32 Patrick Kane Feels He Is Healthy:  18:32 - 52:04 Will He/Won't He Trent Frederic:  52:04 - 57:46 The Injury Ninja Strikes:  57:46 - 71:47 The Rookies:  71:47 - 88:29 Willie O'Ree Memorialized...

With the first week of the season completed, we have no clearer picture of where these 32 teams are headed.  Here at the Forecheck, we know where we are headed...another great episode! Barry Melrose Retires: 0:00 - 9:01 Zach Werenski Out 1-2 Weeks:  9:01 - 20:43 TNT Compares Tracks Bedard to Gretzky:  20:43 - 27:32 Sidney Crosby's Futile Chase:  27:32 - 51:22 Danault, Howden Hear from the DoPS:  5...

Our super big, eve of the new season show!  We break down rosters, goalies and so much more! B's Opening Night:  0:00 - 24:23 Will He/Won't He Matt Poitras:  24:23 - 31:20 Contract Extensions:  31:20 - 46:33 Retirements:  46:33 - 55:19 Neutral Site Games:  55:19 - 1:11:23 Pride Tape Banned:  1:11:23 - 1:20:47 Goaltending Tandems Ranked:  1:20:47 - 1:30:20 Future Head Coaches:  1:30:20 - 1:40:30 De...

The new season is a mere ten days away but we are here year round to talk hockey!  On this week's show... PWHL Talent Lines: 0:00 - 18:18 Vasilevskiy Out:  18:18 - 27:45 All Defenses Ranked (from The Athletic):  27:45 - 68:11 Cam Fowler & The Ducks:  68:11 - 75:08 Quinn Hughes:  75:08 - 79:31 Captain Brad:  79:31 - 89:02 Will He/Won't He Matthew Poitras & Results:  89:02 - 99:11 A fun show...

With training camps underway we will be seeing some on-ice action real soon.  We at the Two Man Forecheck keep the action going with another exciting episode! Babcock Resigns:  0:00 - 19:28 Caps Should Have Landed DeSmith:  19:28 - 35:54 Alex Galchenyuk:  35:54 - 42:12 Bedard Tweet Regarding His Output:  42:12 - 49:46 Which Team Will Win 1st Stanley Cup First:  49:46 - 65:42 Ryan Johansen:  65:42...