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The Hockey PDOcast

A hockey podcast hosted by Dimitri Filipovic that has been regressing to the mean since 2015.

Episodes

Konecny, Tippett, and How Philadelphia is Flying off the Rush

Dimitri Filipovic is joined by Darryl Belfry to talk about what the Flyers are doing tactically to generate so many rush chances this season, and how players like Travis Konecny and Owen Tippett have benefitted from it. If you'd like to participate in the conversation and join the community we're building over on Discord, you can do so by signing up for the Hockey PDOcast's server here: https://discord.gg/a2QGRpJc84   The views and opinions expressed in this podcast are those of the hosts a...

Jan 25, 202449 min

Goalie Development and Reading Shots

Dimitri Filipovic is joined by Kevin Woodley to talk about optimal development time for netminders, the art of preparing for saves by reading shots, and fits between a defensive environment and goalie for someone like Jacob Markstrom. If you'd like to participate in the conversation and join the community we're building over on Discord, you can do so by signing up for the Hockey PDOcast's server here: https://discord.gg/a2QGRpJc84   The views and opinions expressed in this podcast are those...

Jan 24, 202453 min

Changes Patrick Roy Can Make & Why This Jets Team Is Different

Dimitri Filipovic is joined by Jack Han to discuss what Patrick Roy can do to make the biggest difference for the Islanders, why the way the Jets are playing this season is so different compared to previous versions, and how players like Nils Höglander producing down the lineup might be the best spot for them to keep doing so. If you'd like to participate in the conversation and join the community we're building over on Discord, you can do so by signing up for the Hockey PDOcast's server here: h...

Jan 22, 202450 min

Elias Pettersson’s Season, and The Future of Deals for Star Players

Dimitri Filipovic is joined by Thomas Drance to break down the season Elias Pettersson is having, all of the considerations for his next contract, and how the framing of deals for star players could change moving forward. If you'd like to participate in the conversation and join the community we're building over on Discord, you can do so by signing up for the Hockey PDOcast's server here: https://discord.gg/a2QGRpJc84   The views and opinions expressed in this podcast are those of the hosts...

Jan 18, 202450 min

Nikolaj Ehlers, Gabe Vilardi, and the Jets Top Line

Dimitri Filipovic is joined by Darryl Belfry to break down the tape on Nikolaj Ehlers and Gabe Vilardi. They talk about how their unique skill sets, how they've complemented each other so well, and why they're creating such phenomenal results for the Jets this season. If you'd like to participate in the conversation and join the community we're building over on Discord, you can do so by signing up for the Hockey PDOcast's server here: https://discord.gg/a2QGRpJc84   The views and opinions e...

Jan 16, 202451 min

The Flyers Conundrum, the Oilers Turnaround, and the Arbitration Process

Dimitri Filipovic is joined by Sean Shapiro to discuss the conundrum of trying to rebuild while winning games like the Flyers are doing this season, how the Oilers have turned their season around in the past 20 games, and why the arbitration process is such a risky one for goalies. If you'd like to participate in the conversation and join the community we're building over on Discord, you can do so by signing up for the Hockey PDOcast's server here: https://discord.gg/a2QGRpJc84   The views ...

Jan 15, 202451 min

Second Half Storylines

Dimitri Filipovic is joined by Pete Blackburn to work through the storylines they're excited to follow in the second half of the NHL regular season. If you'd like to participate in the conversation and join the community we're building over on Discord, you can do so by signing up for the Hockey PDOcast's server here: https://discord.gg/a2QGRpJc84   The views and opinions expressed in this podcast are those of the hosts and guests and do not necessarily reflect the position of Rogers Media I...

Jan 12, 202449 min

Nichushkin's Scoring, Guentzel's Future, and Under The Radar Good Seasons

Dimitri Filipovic is joined by Ryan Lambert to answer your mailbag questions. Topics include Val Nichushkin's scoring, Jake Guentzel's future, how good Cutter Gauthier is, what's wrong with the Kings, and under the radar players having very good seasons. If you'd like to participate in the conversation and join the community we're building over on Discord, you can do so by signing up for the Hockey PDOcast's server here: https://discord.gg/a2QGRpJc84   The views and opinions expressed in th...

Jan 12, 202450 min

Artemi Panarin's New Grip and Rip Playing Style

Dimitri Filipovic is joined by Jonny Lazarus to talk about the New York Rangers, Artemi Panarin's extreme change in offensive philosophy, Alexis Lafreniere's improvement on his off-wing, and the pros and cons of the team's playing style this season under Peter Laviolette. If you'd like to participate in the conversation and join the community we're building over on Discord, you can do so by signing up for the Hockey PDOcast's server here: https://discord.gg/a2QGRpJc84   The views and opinio...

Jan 11, 202450 min

David Pastrnak’s Evolution as Boston’s Offensive Engine

Dimitri Filipovic is joined by Darryl Belfry to deep dive David Pastrnak's game, how he's able to create so many quality chances, and the way he's developed into being the player Boston's offense runs through. If you'd like to participate in the conversation and join the community we're building over on Discord, you can do so by signing up for the Hockey PDOcast's server here: https://discord.gg/a2QGRpJc84   The views and opinions expressed in this podcast are those of the hosts and guests ...

Jan 09, 202450 min

We’re Back, With More Saxophone Squirtle Than Ever Before

Dimitri Filipovic is joined by Sean Shapiro to discuss the good vibes in Winnipeg, the survival mode in Dallas, Andrew Brunette's influence in Nashville, and Willy Nylander's contract extension. If you'd like to participate in the conversation and join the community we're building over on Discord, you can do so by signing up for the Hockey PDOcast's server here: https://discord.gg/a2QGRpJc84   The views and opinions expressed in this podcast are those of the hosts and guests and do not nece...

Jan 08, 202453 min

The Bull vs. Bear Case for Each Contender in the West

Dimitri Filipovic is joined by Thomas Drance to work through the respective reasons why you should either be very high or potentially concerned about the outlook for each Western Conference contender this season. If you'd like to participate in the conversation and join the community we're building over on Discord, you can do so by signing up for the Hockey PDOcast's server here: https://discord.gg/a2QGRpJc84   The views and opinions expressed in this podcast are those of the hosts and gues...

Dec 27, 202353 min

Awards Ballots Through 30 Games, The Jets Top Line, and PDO Surges

Dimitri Filipovic is joined by John Matisz to talk through their awards ballots through the 30 game mark. Plus they answer some mailbag questions about what's made the Jets top line so special, and why new coaches always seem to benefit from PDO surges. If you'd like to participate in the conversation and join the community we're building over on Discord, you can do so by signing up for the Hockey PDOcast's server here: https://discord.gg/a2QGRpJc84   The views and opinions expressed in thi...

Dec 21, 202349 min

What Auston Matthews Is Doing Well, and What Timo Meier Is Doing Not So Well

Dimitri Filipovic is joined by Jack Han to talk about how Auston Matthews has been scoring so many goals lately, why Timo Meier has struggled so much in New Jersey and what adjustments he can make to turn things around, and what Andrew Brunette does as a coach to help his teams out offensively. If you'd like to participate in the conversation and join the community we're building over on Discord, you can do so by signing up for the Hockey PDOcast's server here: https://discord.gg/a2QGRpJc84 &nbs...

Dec 21, 202351 min

Calder Race, Expected Goal Models, and Florida's Contracts

Dimitri Filipovic is joined by Dom Luszczyszyn to talk about this year's Calder race, expected goals models and how the way the game is being played offensively is impacting them, and what the Panthers will do with all of their upcoming contract decisions. If you'd like to participate in the conversation and join the community we're building over on Discord, you can do so by signing up for the Hockey PDOcast's server here: https://discord.gg/a2QGRpJc84   The views and opinions expressed in ...

Dec 20, 202352 min

Filip Forsberg’s Throwback Playing Style, and a Different Offensive Environment in Nashville

Dimitri Filipovic is joined by Darryl Belfry to break down why Filip Forsberg's unique playing style is such a throwback, and how a different offensive environment in Nashville this year is helping his production match his skill level If you'd like to participate in the conversation and join the community we're building over on Discord, you can do so by signing up for the Hockey PDOcast's server here: https://discord.gg/a2QGRpJc84   The views and opinions expressed in this podcast are those...

Dec 19, 202350 min

How the Flyers Are Playing This Season, and What It Means for Their Rebuild

Dimitri Filipovic is joined by Charlie O'Connor to talk about how the Flyers have been able to surprise everyone this season, why their current playing style has been so encouraging for what they could be capable of in the future, and what it all means for their rebuild. If you'd like to participate in the conversation and join the community we're building over on Discord, you can do so by signing up for the Hockey PDOcast's server here: https://discord.gg/a2QGRpJc84   The views and opinion...

Dec 15, 202353 min

Leo Carlsson's Rookie Year, Goalies Playing the Puck, and Player Gravity

Dimitri Filipovic is joined by Sean Shapiro to talk about his visit with the Ducks, the benefits of how they're handling Leo Carlsson's rookie season, and how much John Gibson has left in the tank. Then they take listener questions about the value of goalies playing the puck, the Blues firing Craig Berube, and the concept of 'player gravity'. If you'd like to participate in the conversation and join the community we're building over on Discord, you can do so by signing up for the Hockey PDOcast'...

Dec 15, 202352 min

Defensive Environments are Voodoo

Dimitri Filipovic is joined by Kevin Woodley to talk about Merzlikins’ improvement, Georgiev’s struggles, the future of goalie workloads, and why the Devils have struggled to suppress goals this season. If you'd like to participate in the conversation and join the community we're building over on Discord, you can do so by signing up for the Hockey PDOcast's server here: https://discord.gg/a2QGRpJc84   The views and opinions expressed in this podcast are those of the hosts and guests and do ...

Dec 13, 202352 min

How Jack Eichel and the Golden Knights Are Getting the Best Out of Each Other

Dimitri Filipovic is joined by Darryl Belfry to talk about how Jack Eichel and the Golden Knights have been able to get the most out of each other, his evolution as a player off the puck, the way Vegas uses him, and why his particular skill set was instrumental in helping transform them into a team that could win the Stanley Cup. If you'd like to participate in the conversation and join the community we're building over on Discord, you can do so by signing up for the Hockey PDOcast's server here...

Dec 11, 202352 min

Your Mailbag Questions about Ovechkin's goals, the Kings, and In-Season Tournaments

Dimitri Filipovic is joined by Ryan Lambert to answer your mailbag questions about Alex Ovechkin's goal scoring, the Los Angeles Kings, college hockey, the Penguins power play, and in-season tournaments. If you'd like to participate in the conversation and join the community we're building over on Discord, you can do so by signing up for the Hockey PDOcast's server here: https://discord.gg/a2QGRpJc84   The views and opinions expressed in this podcast are those of the hosts and guests and do...

Dec 08, 202353 min

More and More People Are Saying “Awooo”

Dimitri Filipovic is joined by Craig Morgan to talk about the Arizona Coyotes, how and why the organization's approach heading into the season changed, and the key contributions driving their feisty start to the year. If you'd like to participate in the conversation and join the community we're building over on Discord, you can do so by signing up for the Hockey PDOcast's server here: https://discord.gg/a2QGRpJc84   The views and opinions expressed in this podcast are those of the hosts and...

Dec 08, 202348 min

Basking in the Afterglow of the Hughes Bowl

Dimitri Filipovic is joined by Thomas Drance to share their excitement about last night's Hughes Bowl in Vancouver while breaking down all of the exciting and potentially concerning stuff they saw from both teams involved. If you'd like to participate in the conversation and join the community we're building over on Discord, you can do so by signing up for the Hockey PDOcast's server here: https://discord.gg/a2QGRpJc84 This podcast is produced by Dominic Sramaty The views and opinions expressed ...

Dec 06, 202351 min

Aleksander Barkov’s Defensive Impact, and Why It Fuels Florida’s Success

Dimitri Filipovic is joined by Darryl Belfry to break down the tape on Aleksander Barkov, the unique impact he has on games defensively, and why it helps make everything work for the Panthers. If you'd like to participate in the conversation and join the community we're building over on Discord, you can do so by signing up for the Hockey PDOcast's server here: https://discord.gg/a2QGRpJc84 This podcast is produced by Dominic Sramaty The views and opinions expressed in this podcast are those of t...

Dec 04, 202352 min

Kane on the Red Wings, Streamlining Offside Reviews, and Gaming Expected Goals

Dimitri Filipovic is joined by Sean Shapiro to talk about how Patrick Kane fits on the Red Wings, ways we can get the most out of the entire offside review process, and the value of expected goals these days. If you'd like to participate the conversation and join the community we're building over on Discord, you can do so by signing up for the Hockey PDOcast's server here: https://discord.gg/a2QGRpJc84 The views and opinions expressed in this podcast are those of the hosts and guests and do not ...

Dec 01, 202355 min

Breaking Down Willy Nylander’s Career Year, and How He’s Doing It

Dimitri Filipovic is joined by Jesse Marshall to break down Willy Nylander's career, year, the evolution of his game, and how he's become such a dominant offensive force this season. If you'd like to participate the conversation and join the community we're building over on Discord, you can do so by signing up for the Hockey PDOcast's server here: https://discord.gg/a2QGRpJc84 The views and opinions expressed in this podcast are those of the hosts and guests and do not necessarily reflect the po...

Nov 30, 202349 min

You’re Only as Good as Your Goalie

Dimitri Filipovic is joined by Kevin Woodley to discuss how Minnesota’s inability to prevent goals against cost Dean Evason his job, breakout goalies to keep an eye on, and how netminders are trying to keep up with league’s change in offensive philosophy. If you'd like to participate the conversation and join the community we're building over on Discord, you can do so by signing up for the Hockey PDOcast's server here: https://discord.gg/a2QGRpJc84 This podcast is produced by Dominic Sramaty The...

Nov 28, 202352 min

Quinn Hughes’ Monster Season, and How He Creates So Much Offensively for the Canucks

Dimitri Filipovic is joined by Darryl Belfry to dig into the monster season Quinn Hughes is having, how he's been able to create so much offensively, and why having someone like Filip Hronek as his partner has helped open things up even more for the Canucks as a team. If you'd like to participate the conversation and join the community we're building over on Discord, you can do so by signing up for the Hockey PDOcast's server here: https://discord.gg/a2QGRpJc84 This podcast is produced by Domini...

Nov 27, 202353 min

Making the Sabres Fun Again, where the power resides in the NHL, and Most Improved Players

Dimitri Filipovic is joined by John Matisz to help answer some mailbag questions about why the Sabres haven't been quite as fun this season, how the Bruins keep winning games, where the power resides in the league, and the idea of a Most Improved Player award in the NHL. If you'd like to participate the conversation and get in on future editions of the mailbag, you can do so by signing up for the Hockey PDOcast's Discord server here: https://discord.gg/a2QGRpJc84 The views and opinions expressed...

Nov 25, 202353 min

Mailbag Questions about New Systems, Defensive Results, and How to Fix Things

Dimitri Filipovic is joined by Jack Han to answer listener questions about implementing new systems during the season, the impact of handedness on defensemen, who drives a team's underlying defensive results, and how to fix notably lagging things like Minnesota's penalty kill, Pittsburgh's power play, and New Jersey's 5-on-5 play. If you'd like to participate the conversation and get in on future editions of the mailbag, you can do so by signing up for the Hockey PDOcast's Discord server here: h...

Nov 24, 202351 min