Father & Son Face-off

In Episode 34, the guys break down their jersey number choices, with Son honoring Toronto superstar Auston Matthews' unique journey from Arizona and Switzerland to his Big Papi baseball connection, while Father pays tribute to U.S. Hockey Hall of Fame netminder John Vanbiesbrouck. Then, they get into massive NHL news: Alex Ovechkin announcing his retirement after 22 historic seasons! Son gets...

In Episode 33, the guys get it started by diving into their jersey number histories—Son honoring Boston Bruins titan Zdeno Chára and his towering Stanley Cup legacy, while Dad looks back at Hall of Fame netminder Patrick Roy, the infamous 11-goal game in Montreal, and the legendary bench blowup that sparked his trade to Colorado. After giving a quick shoutout to the Seattle Kraken as the NHL's...

In Episode 32, the guys kick things off by talking about their picks for jersey number 32s—Son breaking down his love for acrobatic netminder Jonathan Quick, while Dad looks back at the high-scoring, hard-hitting career of Capitals icon Dale Hunter. Next, they jump into pro hockey news to discuss why the Tkachuk brothers aren't sharing a line as the NHL's real-life "Bash Bros," C...

In Episode 31, the guys tackle a battle of the crease as Dad breaks down the slash-happy, 4-time Stanley Cup-winning legacy of Islanders legend Billy Smith, while Son spotlights 14-year NHL veteran, Cup champion, and current Seattle Kraken netminder Philipp Grubauer. The pro hockey talk heats up as Cale Makar resets the NHL market as the league's new highest-paid player on an 8-year, $163 mill...

In Episode 30, the guys kick things off by talking jersey numbers and diving into the legendary career of Hall of Fame goaltender Martin Brodeur, from his three Stanley Cups and Olympic gold with Team Canada, to the iconic rule change he inspired. Next, they geek out over a rare 1-of-1 Macklin Celebrini hockey card fetching an astonishing 1.28 million dollars, joining Wayne Gretzky in elite territ...

In Episode 29, the guys kick off with jersey numbers, highlighting the prank-loving, three-time Stanley Cup champion, Marc-André Fleury. They also touch on future hall-of-famers Nathan MacKinnon and Leon Draisaitl who wear 29. The father spotlights legendary Canadiens netminder Ken Dryden, who won 6 Cups in just 7 seasons before going on to become a writer, teacher, sports executive, and politicia...

In this episode the guys kick things off with jersey number 28! The son shares a personal story about meeting Timo Meier, while the father spotlights the legendary Steve Larmer. The hockey talk heats up as they discuss rumors that Jonathan Toews will play his final ceremonial game with the Chicago Blackhawks before calling it a career, along with a look back at "Showtime" Patrick Kane as...

In this episode, the guys embrace the number 27 as they dive into the legends and future stars of the game! They break down the brilliance of Berkley Catton and the legendary career of Scott Niedermayer. The focus then shifts to the Kraken Development Camp, where the duo shares their firsthand experience watching the prospects, and the 4-1 outcome of the Stucky Cup. Plus, the son shares a personal...

The hockey offseason is in full swing, and the guys are diving deep into the future and history of the sport! In this episode, they break down the NHL Draft, starting with the first overall pick, Gavin McKenna, and the excitement surrounding the Ruck twins. They also share the inspiring story of Jaxon Cover moving from roller hockey to the ice. The conversation then shifts to the Lone Star State a...

The hockey world is buzzing, and the guys are here to break it all down! In this episode, they recap the AHL champion Toronto Marlies' victory and discuss the ECHL's Florida Everblades, who continue their incredible dominance at the Kelly Cup finals with four titles in the last five seasons. The duo also dives into the massive NHL blockbuster trade sending Brady Tkachuk to Florida to join...

The 2025–26 NHL hockey season has reached its thrilling conclusion! The guys open the episode with a special look at the story behind the son’s own jersey number selections, before diving into the Stanley Cup Final where the Carolina Hurricanes secured a dominant 4–2 series victory over the Vegas Golden Knights. They break down what made Carolina so unstoppable and reflect on the legacy of head co...

The guys are back from their extended vacation just in time for the business end of the hockey calendar! They dive right back into the NHL playoffs, recapping both Conference Finals, and make their predictions for the Vegas Golden Knights vs. Carolina Hurricanes Stanley Cup Final. The team also checks in on their bracket challenges, confirming a family deadlock and promising to reveal the official...

The hockey world is buzzing with championship energy! The guys recap a heart-stopping Game 7 finish as the Montreal Canadiens knocked out the Buffalo Sabres, and they break down the high-stakes Conference Finals: Montreal vs. the Carolina Hurricanes in the East, and a massive showdown between the Vegas Golden Knights and the Colorado Avalanche in the West. They share their predictions for who will...

The playoff intensity is off the charts across every tier of the sport! This week, the guys dive into second-round action of the NHL playoffs and are impressed with the Colorado Avalanche who look absolutely unstoppable right now. They also throw it back to the first round to chat about the mind-boggling Montreal win over Tampa Bay with only nine shots on goal. Next, they pivot to the PWHL, where...

The first round is in the books, and the playoff intensity is just getting started! This week, the guys recap a wild opening round (spoiler alert: the Montreal vs. Tampa Bay Game 7 finish saw the Canadiens punch their ticket to the second round). It’s a bittersweet update as the son’s Dallas Stars are officially out, while the father’s Buffalo Sabres keep the dream alive heading into a Round 2 cla...

The post-season is finally here! This week, the guys dive into the NHL Playoff bracket, breaking down the first-round matchups and locking in their official picks. They also share their excitement for the podcast’s Bracket Challenge and the chance to host a lucky listener as a guest star. The conversation shifts to the PWHL, where the playoff field is now officially set and the race for the Walter...

The post-season is calling! This week, the guys break down the NHL playoff race, with the son rooting for the Dallas Stars to go all the way while lamenting the Seattle Kraken officially falling out of the hunt. They tackle the massive rumors surrounding an Alex Ovechkin retirement and give a huge stick tap to Cole Caufield for his incredible 50-goal season. They quickly recap the son’s first fora...

The hardware is coming home! The guys celebrate a massive State Championship sweep this past weekend, with the son’s team going 5-0 to claim the title. They break down the heart-pounding semi-final and final games, including a highlight-reel defensive play where the son, without his stick, fended off two opponents to keep possession. Beyond the ice, the duo discusses the importance of character, s...

This episode is a "short shift" as the son locks in for his youth team’s upcoming State Championship tournament. After a few high-energy scrimmages, the team is pumped and ready to chase the title. The guys celebrate Team USA Sled Hockey’s dominant gold medal win in Milan, completing a historic "three-gold sweep" for USA Hockey. In the NHL, they break down the latest injury rep...

The NHL trade deadline has come and gone, and the guys are grading the biggest moves—including John Carlson heading to the Ducks, Conor Garland to Columbus, and Nick Foligno’s emotional reunion with his brother in Minnesota. Over in Milan, the excitement is just as high as Declan Farmer shatters Paralympic scoring records, leading Team USA Sled Hockey into the semifinals. Closer to home, the son’s...

Episode 14 starts with a huge "welcome to the bench" for some new listeners—the son’s very own teammates! The guys recap a close season finale for the youth team, where they faced a tough goalie but still managed to come out ahead to finish on a high note. The energy stays high as they discuss the Seattle Torrent’s record-breaking sellout and the homecoming for the Olympic medalists retu...

It’s a golden episode! The guys recap the heart-stopping USA Olympic double-gold sweep, with both the men’s and women’s teams defeating Canada in dramatic 2-1 overtime thrillers. They celebrate the heroics of the goalies and Seattle Torrent captain Hilary Knight, whose clutch game-tying goal forced the son to cheer (very quietly!) while behind enemy lines in Canada. Back home, the son shares the e...

The Winter Games are officially underway, and Episode 12 is packed with Olympic fever, championship celebrations, and league-leading updates! The guys dive into the kickoff of the Milan-Cortina 2026 Winter Games, sharing their impressions of everything from curling and ski jumping to the biathlon. On the ice, they break down the USA Women’s historic dominance and look ahead to the men’s puck drop—...

The duo is back in the booth after a quick flu-induced hiatus, and they have plenty to report from their marathon trip to Irvine, California! They recap a packed weekend of youth hockey, Hollywood sights, and whirlwind day at Disneyland. The guys also share their live impressions of the North American Roller Hockey Championship (NARCh), their first time seeing the game on wheels. The son’s team al...

The guys take a quick detour to the gridiron to recap their New Year’s trip to the Alamo Bowl before diving headfirst back into the rink. They break down recent NHL milestones from legends like Crosby and Ovechkin, while checking in on the league's newest rising star, Celebrini. The duo celebrates Sweden’s 2026 World Junior gold medal victory before getting into the "dirty areas" of youth hockey,...