We discuss their top 25 NHL defensemen for the upcoming 2025-2026 season. The episode dives into various criteria for ranking, including fantasy value, team talent, and overall skill. We examine players like Chris Tanev, Lane Hudson, and Thomas Harley, debating their placement based on past performance and future potential. The episode concludes with the top 10 defensemen, highlighting notable names such as Adam Fox, Victor Hedman, and Rasmus Dahlin. 01:45 Criteria for Ranking Defensemen 05:17 H...
Jul 23, 2025•58 min•Ep. 357
Ranking NHL Goalies: Top 20 Breakdown We dive into their offseason rankings of the top 20 goaltenders in the NHL. We review past rankings from 2019 and discuss the significant shifts in their evaluations. We share our methods for determining their rankings, considering factors like team defense changes, individual performance, and fantasy implications. Key debates include the performances and potential of goalies like John Gibson, Juuse Saros, and Ilya Sorokin. We also highlight the influence of...
Jul 17, 2025•1 hr 11 min•Ep. 356
We discuss the recent developments in the NHL playoffs, specifically focusing on the Toronto Maple Leafs vs. Florida Panthers game. They analyze the thrilling match, discuss the players' performances, and speculate on the potential outcomes of the series. We also delve into other playoff series, including Winnipeg vs. Dallas, Edmonton Oilers vs. Vegas Golden Knights, and Carolina Hurricanes vs. Washington Capitals. We examine key players, strategies, and possible game outcomes. Additionally, the...
May 07, 2025•57 min•Ep. 355
Brad joins us from the Undrafted Hockey Podcast for an in-depth discussion on the ongoing NHL Playoffs. You can find the Undrafted Hockey Podcast here! ⏰⏰Chapters⏰⏰ 01:03 Edmonton vs LA Analysis 08:50 Winnipeg vs St. Louis Breakdown 15:28 Minnesota vs Vegas Insights 19:13 Dallas vs Colorado Discussion 26:16 Hurricanes vs Devils 28:42 The Case for More Hockey Awards 33:15 Capitals vs. Canadiens 38:05 Senators vs. Leafs 44:24 Lightning vs. Panthers 51:38 Mike Sullivan's Departure and Future Prospe...
Apr 30, 2025•56 min•Ep. 354
We jump into the opening games of the NHL playoffs. We discuss player performances, potential series outcomes, and key player injuries. We also touch on recent NHL coaching changes, firings, and potential hires, including the Seattle Kraken, Anaheim Ducks, and New York Islanders' search for new leadership. 01:30 Kings vs. Oilers 03:15 Jets vs. Blues 07:59 Capitals vs. Canadiens 09:32 Leafs vs. Senators: Intense Rivalry 12:26 Devils vs. Hurricanes 14:49 Golden Knights vs. Wild 17:37 Coaching Chan...
Apr 24, 2025•34 min•Ep. 353
We dive into detailed previews and predictions for the 2025 NHL Stanley Cup Playoff series. This episode focuses on the remaining four series: Winnipeg Jets vs. St. Louis Blues, Vegas Golden Knights vs. Minnesota Wild, Tampa Bay Lightning vs. Florida Panthers, and Toronto Maple Leafs vs. Ottawa Senators. We analyze team performances, key players, and potential outcomes as they predict which teams will advance. Special attention is given to notable players, strategic elements, and how previous pl...
Apr 19, 2025•54 min•Ep. 352
We dive deep into the first round of the NHL playoffs. We preview the three series that we know will happen plus we throw in Washington Capitals vs Montreal Canadiens because we like to predict the future. 03:14 Los Angeles Kings vs. Edmonton Oilers 20:49 Dallas Stars vs. Colorado Avalanche 34:24 Carolina vs. New Jersey 45:31 Washington Capitals vs. Montreal Canadiens
Apr 15, 2025•57 min•Ep. 351
We begin talking about Alex Ovechkin breaking the game-winning goals record. The conversation transitions to the competitive Eastern Conference playoff race, discussing potential strategies and matchups. In the Western Conference, attention is given to teams like St. Louis, Vegas, Edmonton, and Winnipeg, evaluating their playoff prospects and recent performances. The episode also discusses the CBA negotiations between the NHL and NHLPA, expressing optimism about a smooth resolution. 00:36 Playof...
Apr 08, 2025•38 min•Ep. 350
Justin kicks off the show by celebrating Alexander Ovechkin's historic achievement of scoring his 895th goal, surpassing Wayne Gretzky's record. He commends Ovechkin's remarkable career and speculates on the possibility of him reaching 1,000 goals. Following the tribute, Justin dives into an NHL redraft of the 2011 draft class. He re-evaluates the top 15 picks based on the players' careers up to now, providing detailed reasoning for each selection. Notable picks include Nikita Kucherov going fir...
Apr 07, 2025•22 min•Ep. 349
The NHL playoff race has taken a huge turn as the Ottawa Senators have cemented their spot in the first wild card in the East, and the Montreal Canadiens suddenly find themselves in wild card territory as well. In the West, the St. Louis Blues have surged despite the loss of their captain Colton Parayko. Follow us on X - OTHockeyTalk
Mar 26, 2025•47 min•Ep. 348
We dive deep into the impacts of the recent NHL trade deadline. We discuss their thoughts on major trades, focusing on winners and losers, and share their opinions on teams like the Boston Bruins, Toronto Maple Leafs, Colorado Avalanche, and Detroit Red Wings. Highlighting the significant trades and their potential implications for the remainder of the season, particularly with an emphasis on the surprising performance of certain players and controversial management decisions. Special attention ...
Mar 13, 2025•51 min•Ep. 347
We dive deep into the excitement and speculation surrounding the NHL trade deadline. We discuss the potential impact of recent trades, such as Seth Jones to the Florida Panthers and Gustav Nyquist to the Minnesota Wild. Wethen break down our top ten trade predictions, including potential big moves involving players like Brock Nelson, Ryan Donato, and even a dream scenario with Miko Rantanen. The episode wraps up with a discussion about the Maple Leafs and the possibility of significant changes t...
Mar 06, 2025•1 hr 3 min•Ep. 346
We dive into the Four Nations hockey tournament. The episode also discusses NHL rumors, such as potential trades involving Elias Pettersson, Tage Thompson, and Vladimir Tarasenko, and the signing speculations of John Tavares. 00:00 Welcome to Overtime Hockey Talk 02:23 Four Nations Tournament Overview 08:00 USA vs Canada: Key Players and Predictions 16:43 Rumors and Speculations 17:03 Vancouver's Potential Tank and Trade Scenarios 17:54 Brandon's Struggles with Carolina 19:44 Carolina's Playoff ...
Feb 21, 2025•38 min•Ep. 345
In this episode of Overtime Hockey Talk, we delve into the upcoming Four Nations Tournament and explore how it stacks up against the NHL All-Star Weekend. We discuss the current state of the NHL as it enters its official break, analyzing teams like the Detroit Red Wings and their playoff prospects under coach Todd McClellan. We also touch on the Eastern Conference playoff race, the potential impact of midseason trades, and the injury struggles of teams like the Toronto Maple Leafs. Additionally,...
Feb 11, 2025•53 min•Ep. 344
We dive into the season's most significant trade: the Colorado Avalanche moving Miko Rantanen to the Carolina Hurricanes in a three-way deal involving the Chicago Blackhawks. We break down the trade details, discuss its impact on all three teams involved, and speculate on the Hurricanes' future moves. Additionally, we talk about a recent key signing by the Washington Capitals and the Red Wings' potential trade involving Patrick Kane. Join us as we analyze these exciting developments and their po...
Jan 29, 2025•36 min•Ep. 343
We dive into our picks for the Top 25 NHL Players of the 2000s, assessing based on stats, hardware, and overall contributions from the 1999-2000 season to the present. We discuss players like Jaromir Jagr, Nicholas Lindstrom, Joe Pavelski, the Sedin twins, and Zdeno Chara who made or just missed our list. We also cover goalies like Roberto Luongo and Marc Andre Fleury, elite forwards like Steven Stamkos, Anze Kopitar, and our top trio of Sidney Crosby, Alexander Ovechkin, and Nick Lidstrom. Join...
Jan 21, 2025•48 min•Ep. 342
We tackle 10 burning questions about the current NHL season, discussing trade rumors, team performances, star players, and even the possibility of the Washington Capitals being Stanley Cup contenders. We also debate if the Toronto Maple Leafs need to make a move for a new goalie, analyze the New York Rangers’ disappointing season, and highlight surprising teams like the Columbus Blue Jackets. Join us for some great hockey talk! 00:00 Welcome to Overtime Hockey Talk 00:45 10 Burning Questions: Tr...
Jan 21, 2025•44 min•Ep. 341
You've heard it before, American Thanksgiving is when you can look at the standings and determine with almost near certainty who will make the playoffs. Well, we've looked at the standings and we have to disagree on that. We talk about the teams we think will still miss the playoffs, despite being in a playoff position. As well, who we think can jump back into a playoff spot after a poor start. Follow us on Twitter at @OTHockeyTalk . Find us on Instagram at @OTHockeyTalk ....
Dec 05, 2024•41 min•Ep. 340
We dive into our roster suggestions for the upcoming Four Nations Tournament and discuss who we think the general managers of each team should select. We break down the key players and predict the starting lines for Finland, Sweden, USA, and Canada. Listen in as we debate the merits of different players, weigh past performances, and consider the dynamics of potential team chemistry. Enjoy our in-depth analysis and join us as we speculate on what could be an electrifying tournament! 00:00 How We ...
Nov 27, 2024•52 min•Ep. 339
In this episode, we dive into our comprehensive predictions for the upcoming NHL season. We'll analyze team standings, potential playoff outcomes, and trophy winners. Our discussion spans the Central, Pacific, Metro, and Atlantic divisions, evaluating teams like Dallas, Colorado, New Jersey, and Toronto. We also debate key NHL awards contenders, including the Hart, Norris, Vezina, and Calder Trophies. 00:00 Welcome to Overtime Hockey Talk 00:26 Season Predictions and Trophies 00:45 Reflecting on...
Oct 15, 2024•1 hr 1 min•Ep. 338
In part two of our Metropolitan Division preview for the 2024-25 NHL season, we dive into the New York Rangers, New Jersey Devils, and New York Islanders. We discuss key players, preseason injuries, and potential impact on the season, as well as the importance of new additions like Riley Smith for the Rangers and Jacob Markstrom for the Devils. We also analyze the Islanders' reliance on Ilya Sorokin and the effectiveness of their unchanged roster. Join us as we evaluate where these teams might f...
Sep 26, 2024•33 min•Ep. 337
We dive into an in-depth analysis of the Metropolitan Division, focusing on the Columbus Blue Jackets, Washington Capitals, and Carolina Hurricanes. We discuss the impacts of player losses, prospective trades, young player development, and the challenges faced by each team in the upcoming season. 00:00 Intro 02:25 Columbus Blue Jackets 22:59 Washington Capitals 38:04 Carolina Hurricanes'
Sep 18, 2024•50 min•Ep. 336
We continue our preview of the Central Division by focusing on the second half of the division. We discuss the off-season moves and prospects for the Nashville Predators, St. Louis Blues, Utah Hockey Club, and Winnipeg Jets. The episode dives deep into each team's roster changes, potential line combinations, and key factors that could influence their upcoming season. We also share their standings predictions for the Central Division, debating which teams will likely make the playoffs and which m...
Sep 17, 2024•37 min•Ep. 335
We preview the NHL's Central Division for the upcoming 2024-25 regular season.
Sep 09, 2024•43 min•Ep. 334
Which teams won and lost free agency? Who improved their team the most, and who looks a lot worse than they did at the end of the playoffs? Follow us on Twitter at @OTHockeyTalk . Find us on Instagram at @OTHockeyTalk .
Jul 15, 2024•53 min•Ep. 333
We analyze the Conference Finals of the NHL's Stanley Cup Playoffs between the Edmonton Oilers and Dallas Stars, and the Florida Panthers against the New Yorks Rangers. Follow us on Twitter at @OTHockeyTalk . Find us on Instagram at @OTHockeyTalk .
Jun 05, 2024•56 min•Ep. 332
Join Mark Paul and Justin Baker as they dive into the thrilling world of NHL playoffs, discussing team strategies, standout players, and the latest coaching changes shaping the game. NHL Playoffs, Hockey Analysis, Coaching Changes, Playoff Predictions, Goalie Interference Debate, Don't forget to SUBSCRIBE wherever you're listening to this! Click here to watch this episode on YouTube! https://www.instagram.com/othockeytalk ,mnjjnnn 00:00 Opening Banter and Playoff Atmosphere 05:01 Round Two Match...
May 17, 2024•42 min•Ep. 331
In this episode of Overtime Hockey Talk, hosts Mark Paul and Justin Baker dive deep into the NHL playoffs, sharing their analysis and predictions. We kick off by talking about the heartbreak of missing the playoffs for an eighth straight year for the Detroit Red Wings. We dissect all the Eastern Conference playoff match-ups with in-depth analysis on the Rangers vs. Capitals, Carolina vs. Islanders, Panthers vs. Lightning, and the heavily anticipated Bruins vs. Leafs. The conversation takes a tur...
Apr 19, 2024•1 hr 2 min•Ep. 330
The Buffalo Sabres, New Jersey Devils, and Minnesota Wild have all been eliminated from the NHL playoffs. We perform funerals for their season (which is our version of a season recap 👀😂). Follow us on Twitter at @OTHockeyTalk . Find us on Instagram at @OTHockeyTalk .
Apr 09, 2024•49 min•Ep. 329
As more teams are eliminated from NHL playoff contention, we perform their 2023-24 regular season funeral to commiserate on the season that was. We analyze what went wrong (or in some cases for all-out rebuilding teams), what went right, and where these teams go in the off-season. We talk Arizona Coyotes, Montreal Canadiens, Seattle Kraken, Ottawa Senators, Calgary Flames, and the Pittsburgh Penguins. Follow us on Twitter at @OTHockeyTalk . Find us on Instagram at @OTHockeyTalk ....
Apr 01, 2024•59 min•Ep. 328