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Puck Podcast

Eddie Garcia & Doug Stolhand, Bleavbleav.com
A weekly hockey podcast that talks about nothing but the NHL with analysis, interviews, opinions and information you won't get anywhere else.

Episodes

Jets/Star clinch, Torts out: Puck Podcast March 31, 2025

We recap the past week in the NHL including the Jets and Stars clinching playoff spot, Alexander Ovechkin moving closer to the Great One and the Flyers firing head coach John Tortorella. Rachael Donner, one of the co-hots of Locked on Flyers, joins us to talk about what's going on in Philadelphia. Plus listener e-mails.

Mar 31, 20253 hr 31 min

Caps clinch, playoff picture developing: Puck Podcast March 24, 2024

We recap the past week in the NHL including the Capitals clinching a playoff spot, another goal for Alexander Ovechkin and the Blues on a hot streak. Hockey author and friend of the show Dr. Brian Kennedy stops by to talk about his Montreal Canadiens. We read listener e-mails.

Mar 24, 20253 hr 43 min

Rantanen face Avs: Puck Podcast March 17, 2025

Eddie and Doug discuss the past week in the NHL as the playoff picture develops. Mikko Rantanen faces the Avalanche, Nathan MacKinnon scores his 1,000 point, Carolina has won 7 in a row and Aaron Ekblad is suspended 20 games. Doug returns from vacation and gives his thoughts on the news while he was away and we read listener e-mails.

Mar 17, 20253 hr 31 min

Blue Jackets outdoor game/Seth Jones trade: Puck Podcast March 3, 2023

A recap of the past week of the NHL including the Seth Jones trade, the amazing outdoor game in Columbus, two more goals for Ovechkin and more. Aaron Portzline from The Athletic joins us to talk about the Blue Jackets season and outdoor game. Listener e-mails AND Jeff Ponder drops and F-bomb.

Mar 03, 20252 hr 16 min

Canada win Four Nations: Puck Podcast February 24, 2025

Canada beat the US but it's a win for hockey. NHL resumes the regular season with Ovechkin moves 13 away from #99. Before he leaves on vacation Doug chimes in on what teams are buyers and sellers at the upcoming trade deadline. Plus listener e-mails.

Feb 24, 20252 hr 26 min

4 Nations Thrillers: Puck Podcast February 17, 2025

In the first period we recap the first four games of the Four Nations Face-off including two overtime games and a fight filled start between the USA and Canada. In the second period we look back at how bad our preseason predictions were. In the third period we read listener e-mails.

Feb 17, 20252 hr 43 min

NHL reaches 4 Nation's break: Puck Podcast February 10, 2025

Recap of the past week in the NHL as all 32 teams reach the Four Nations Faceoff break. Alex Ovechkin moves 2 goals closer to Wayne Gretzky. Interview with Matt Larkin of the Daily Faceoff on the Four Nation's Faceoff. Listener e-mails.

Feb 10, 20252 hr 14 min

J.T. Miller moved: Puck Podcast February 2, 2025

Recapping four trades in the NHL this past week including J.T. Miller returning to New York. Looking back at the past week in the NHL including Ovechkin moving 2 more goals closer to Gretzky, the NHL's top two teams go head to head with the Jets facing the Capitals. We have an interview with Nick Zararis, host of Locked on Oilers to talk about Edmonton's solid season. Plus listener e-mails.

Feb 03, 20252 hr 17 min

Rantanen moved in 3 team trade: Puck Podcast January 27, 2025

Join Eddie Garcia and Doug Stolhand as they recap all the games and news from the past week in the NHL in their "First Period". We have reaction to the Avalanche, Hurricanes and Blackhawks 3-team deal that saw Mikko Rantanen go to Carolina. Connor McDavid is suspended 3 games. The battle for the top spot in the Pacific and wildcard spots in the East heat up. Plus an interview with Locked on Hurricanes host Zack Martin. Plus listern e-mails.

Jan 27, 20252 hr 26 min

Connor McDavid's eventful week: Puck Podcast January 20, 2025

In the first period we recap the past week in the NHL. Oilers star Connor McDavid had an eventful week of highs and lows. Alex Ovechkin moved closed to Wayne Gretzky. The Golden Knights are struggling, the Blue Jackets are rolling and are the Rangers finally on track? Trevor Beggs the host of Locked on Canucks joins us to talk about the drama in Vancouver. Plus your e-mails.

Jan 20, 20253 hr 31 min

Red Wings on a roll: Puck Podcast: January 13, 2025

We recap the past week in the NHL including the Red Wings on a roll, the Stars saying hot while the Bruins are not. The Caps, Golden Knights are Jets are all in the Presidents Trophy race, Marchand fires back are rumors and Ovechkin moves a little closer to Gretzky. We have an interview with Armando Velez the host of Locked on Florida Panthers. An "off ice" report on the fires in LA and listener e-mails.

Jan 13, 20253 hr 46 min

Ovechkin on fire! Puck Podcast: January 6, 2025

We recap the past week on and off the ice in the NHL. In the first period we recap the past 7 days including Alexander Ovechkin continuing his quest to catch Wayne Gretzky. In the second period we give out our midseason awards. I the third period we read your e-mails.

Jan 06, 20252 hr 27 min

Red Wings fire coach: Puck Podcast December 30, 2024

Recap of the pat week in the NHL including the Red Wings making a coach change, the Avalanche signing a goalie, Alexander Ovechkin continuing his record chase, a milestone for Sidney Crosby, Patrik Laine's war of words in Columbus, Brian Fisher Locked on Red Wings interview, listener emails.

Dec 30, 20242 hr 26 min

Kakko traded, Laline on fire: Puck Podcast December 23, 2024

We recap the past week on and off the ice in the NHL. The Rangers trade Kaapo Kakko, Patrik Laine is on fire, the Sabres losing streak continues, drama in Vancouver, Matt Rempe suspended. Long time Nashville Predators voice Pete Weber joins us. Plus your e-mails.

Dec 23, 20243 hr 39 min

Blackhawks fire coach, Shesterkin signs: Puck Podcast Dec. 9, 2024

In the first period we recap the past week on and off the ice in the NHL including the Blackhawks firing their head coach and the Rangers trading Jacob Truba and signing Igor Shesterkin. In the second period we take a look at the rosters that were released for the Four Nations Faceoff. In the third period it's our "Off Ice" report and your e-mails.

Dec 09, 20242 hr 11 min

Rangers shakeup? Puck Podcast: December 1, 2024

On this week's Puck Podcast in the first period we recap the past week in the NHL including a possible trade for the Rangers and the Blue Jackets and Wild making a deal. In the second period we look at who is in and who is out of a playoff spot at Thanksgiving. In the third period we have our "off ice" report and your e-mails.

Dec 02, 20242 hr 58 min

Blues fire coach, hire Montgomery: Puck Podcast November 24, 2024

In the first period we’ll recap the past 5 days in the NHL including former Bruins coach Jim Montgomery already landing a new job in St. Louis and why I am going to applaud the NHL department of player safety. In the second period we’ll have a chat with friend of the show Jeff Ponder from LetsGoBluesRadio.com to talk about the Blues season and their coaching chance. In the third period we read your e-mails.

Nov 25, 20242 hr 48 min

Bruins fire head coach: Puck Podcast November 20, 2024

On this week’s show in the first period we recap the past week on and off the ice in the NHL including a good news/bad news week for the Great 8 and our first coaching chance of the season. In the second period we’ll have a chat with the host of Locked on Capitals, Dan Holmi to get updated on the Washington Capitals. In the third period we read your e-mails.

Nov 21, 20242 hr 22 min

Jets off to record start: Puck Podcast November 13, 2024

On this week’s show in the first period we recap the past week on and off the ice in the NHL including the Winnipeg Jets continuing their amazing start to the season. In the second period we have a chat with Columbus Blue Jackets TV play by play man Steve Mears. In the third period we read your e-mails.

Nov 14, 20242 hr 3 min

Ovie heating up: Puck Podcast November 6, 2024

On this week’s show in the first period we recap the past week on and off the ice in the NHL including Alexander Ovechkin continuing his march towards Wayne Gretzky. In the second period we will chat with Matt Larkin, managing editor and senior writer at the Daily Faceoff. In the third period we read your e-mails.

Nov 07, 20242 hr 45 min

McDavid hurt: Puck Podcast October 30, 2024

On this week’s show in the first period we’ll recap the past week on and off the ice in the NHL including a former league MVP going down with an injury. In the second period Doug Stolhand will chat with friend of the show and the host of LetsGoBluesRadio Jeff Ponder to talk about the St. Louis Blues. In the third period we read your e-mails.

Oct 31, 20242 hr 59 min

NHL Frozen Frenzy: Puck Podcast October 23, 2024

On this week’s show in the first period we’ll recap the past week on and off the ice in the NHL including all 32 teams in action on the same day. In the second period Doug will chat with a very special guest I don’t know how we scheduled this person but Kudos to Doug for this amazing interview In the third period we read your e-mails.

Oct 24, 20242 hr 48 min

Gaudreau honored in Columbus: Puck Podcast October 16, 2024

On this week’s show in the first period we talk about our first full week of NHL action and what we saw including a memorable night in Columbus and a good news/bad news and a bitter sweet night for the #1 overall pick. In the second period we chat with Russ Cohen of Locked on Flyers. In the third period we read your e-mails.

Oct 16, 20242 hr 48 min

NHL season underway: Puck Podcast October 10, 2024 (corrected version)

On this week’s show in the first period the NHL season is underway. We’ll give our early season thought on what we have seen. Plus we update you on all the news from the past week including a resolution between the Bruins and goalie Jeremy Swayman. In the second period Doug will chat with Craig Custance of The Athletic. In the third period we read your e-mails.

Oct 11, 20242 hr 3 min

Bruins vs Swayman: Puck Podcast October 2, 2024

On this week’s show in the first period we recap the news from the past week in the NHL including things getting a bit ugly between the Bruins and their star goalie. In the second period we will give you our predictions for the upcoming NHL season including who will win the Stanley Cup. In the third period we read your e-mails.

Oct 03, 20242 hr 42 min

Shesterkin looks for a record deal: Puck Podcast September 25, 2024

On this week’s show in the first period we recap all the news from the past week in the NHL including a star goalie looking for a record contract. In the second period Doug Stolhand has an interview with Dominic Moore, game and studio analyst for the Utah Hockey Club. In the third period we read your e-mails.

Sep 26, 20242 hr 13 min

Crosby's new deal: Puck Podcast September 18, 2024

On this week’s show in the first period we recap the news from the past week in the NHL including a future Hall of Famer getting a new contract. In the second period we may have our yearly Puck Podcast Hockey Movie of perhaps the worst "hockey" movie ever. In the third period we read your e-mails.

Sep 19, 20243 hr 32 min

Gaudreau brothers laid to rest: Puck Podcast September 11, 2024

On this week’s show in the first period we recap the news from the past week in the NHL. In the second period we conclude our selections for our Mount Rushmore for every NHL team. This week we look at Maple Leafs, Golden Knights, Capitals and Jets/Thrashers. In the third period we read your e-mails.

Sep 12, 20242 hr 1 min