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The Hockey PDOcast

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

Episodes

Sunday Special: The JT Miller Trade Market and Team Needs

Dimitri Filipovic is joined by Thomas Drance to break down the JT Miller market and how he'd fit on the teams that have been reported to be in on the trade talks. They also bounce around the league to update the playoff races, and the notable performances they saw this weekend. 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 ...

Jan 19, 202552 min

Film Club on Zach Werenski

Dimitri Filipovic is joined by Jesse Marshall to break down the tape on Zach Werenski this season, showing why he's been such a unique driver of offense from the defense position, and how everything the Blue Jackets do flows through him. 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 th...

Jan 17, 202545 min

Goalie Entertainment Value Rankings

Dimitri Filipovic is joined by Sean Shapiro to work through their list of the most entertaining goalies to watch 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 not necessarily reflect the position of Rogers Media Inc. or any affiliate....

Jan 17, 202555 min

Level of Concern About Florida’s Recent Play, and Breaking Down the Kings vs. Oilers Matchup

Dimitri Filipovic is joined by Shayna Goldman to talk about Florida's extended run of middling results and what's been causing it, the battle between the Kings and Oilers and the issues that continue to linger for Los Angeles in that specific matchup, and attempting to quantify the impact of coaching changes around the league. 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 14, 202551 min

Sunday Special - Looking At the Respective Wild Card Races in Both Conferences

Dimitri Filipovic is joined by Thomas Drance to take a closer look at the wild card races that are shaping up in both conferences, where the teams involved are at halfway through the year, and whether there could be an actual changing of the guard 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...

Jan 12, 202552 min

Blackwood's Impact in Colorado, and Evaluating the Avs at the Midseason Mark

Dimitri Filipovic is joined by Meghan Angley and AJ Haefele to talk about the impact Mackenzie Blackwood has had in Colorado since arriving, the team's offensive profile amidst all of their early season injuries up front, Nathan MacKinnon's change in approach, and evaluating where the Avalanche are at now at the midseason mark. 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: ...

Jan 10, 202549 min

CBJ’s Electric Top Line, Team Risk Profiles, and Situational Player Usage

Dimitri Filipovic is joined by Jack Han to break down the success the Blue Jackets top line is having this year, why Mika Zibanejad's individual play has been a microcosm of the Rangers team struggles, things teams have been doing to create more offense this season, and player usage in penalty kill and 3v3 situations. 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://di...

Jan 10, 202552 min

We Are So Back, so Let’s Catch Up on What Happened While We Were Gone

Dimitri Filipovic is joined by John Matisz to catch up on all of the top stories from around the league that we missed while we were on break. Topics include the Canadiens winning streak, Logan Thompson's stats, players like Byfield and Jason Robertson getting going, the Wild Card races, and the Hart Trophy battle at the midseason point. 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 ser...

Jan 09, 202554 min

Bear vs. Bull Case for Every Playoff Contender

Dimitri Filipovic is joined by Thomas Drance to break down the bear and the bull case for every playoff contender at the holiday break. 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 Inc. or any af...

Dec 28, 20242 hr 42 min

A Holiday Mailbag Before the Break

Dimitri Filipovic is joined by Harman Dayal to answer some listener mailbag questions in the final show before the holiday break. They talk about whether it matters what position the primary play-driver on your team plays, the young goalies in the league right now, and underrated storylines they're looking forward to following in 2025. 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 serve...

Dec 24, 202451 min

Getting Into the Christmas Spirit by Giving Teams Their Presents

Dimitri Filipovic is joined by Thomas Drance to get into the holiday spirit by giving out gifts to teams that would benefit the most from them. 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 Inc. o...

Dec 23, 202452 min

World Juniors Preview, Players to Watch, and Future NHL Impacts

Dimitri Filipovic is joined by Cam Robinson to get ready for the upcoming World Juniors by highlighting the key players to watch, the glaring omissions, and the likelihood of future NHL impact. 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 neces...

Dec 20, 202448 min

Film Club on Macklin Celebrini

Dimitri Filipovic is joined by Jesse Marshall to dig into the tape from the first 22 NHL games Macklin Celebrini has played. 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 Inc. or any affiliate....

Dec 20, 202453 min

The Kakko Trade, Who's to Blame in Buffalo, Stars Cap Space, and AHL Success

Dimitri Filipovic is joined by Sean Shapiro to talk about Wednesday night's games, the Kaapo Kakko trade, Buffalo's misery continuing and who's to blame for it, what the Stars will do with their cap space, and the importance of AHL success for NHL teams. 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...

Dec 19, 202452 min

The Oilers Are Back, Drance’s Saad Viewing, and Hope for Utah and Ottawa

Dimitri Filipovic is joined by Thomas Drance to talk about the run the Oilers have been on since Connor McDavid returned to the lineup, the heights Leon Draisaitl has taken his game to, the gear the Devils have hit defensively, trades the Blues have made and could still make, and the hope the Utah Hockey Club and Ottawa Senators are providing us with. 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...

Dec 16, 202452 min

Utah’s Improved Play, Playoff Spots Up for Grabs, and Getting Your Coaching Hire Right

Dimitri Filipovic is joined by Steve Peters to talk about Utah's improved play over the past 10 games and the drivers of that success, the playoff races in both conferences and how many spots are actually up for grabs, and the importance of getting your head coaching hire right. 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...

Dec 13, 202444 min

Blackwood in Colorado, Demko’s Return, Stolarz and Thompson’s Value

Dimitri Filipovic is joined by Kevin Woodley to talk about the moves the Avalanche had made in net and Blackwood’s fit in Colorado, Demko’s much anticipated return, and the value Anthony Stolarz and Logan Thompson have provided to their new teams this 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...

Dec 12, 202458 min

NHL Contract Structures, Operating in Different Markets, and Edges for Teams

Dimitri Filipovic is joined by Steve Werier to tap into his experience working on player contracts with the Florida Panthers by talking about the NMC vs. NTC fallout from the Jacob Trouba saga, utilization of media to get your message out, competitive edges for teams in different markets, and strategy for rebuilding clubs. 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...

Dec 11, 202451 min

Teams Opening Up Cap Space, and Teams on Tilt

Dimitri Filipovic is joined by Thomas Drance to talk about the Jacob Trouba trade, the Stars putting Tyler Seguin on LTIR, the Kevyn Adams press conference, and the top stories from this past week in the NHL. 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 a...

Dec 09, 202451 min

Four Nations Rosters Breakdown, Part 2

Dimitri Filipovic is joined by John Matisz and Sean Shapiro to break down the rosters for the Four Nations tournament. In Part 2, they cover the selections for Team Canada and Team Finland. 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 necessari...

Dec 05, 202446 min

Four Nations Roster Breakdown, Part 1

Dimitri Filipovic is joined by John Matisz and Sean Shapiro to break down the rosters for the Four Nations tournament. In Part 1, they cover the selections for Team USA and Team Sweden. 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 r...

Dec 05, 202454 min

Breaking Down Teams With Interesting Underlying Profiles

Dimitri Filipovic is joined by Jack Fraser to take a closer look under the hood at a handful of teams with interesting underlying profiles at this point of the season - including the Rangers, Devils, Lightning, Blue Jackets, Red Wings, and Avalanche. 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 p...

Dec 04, 202452 min

The Sharks and The Capitals Had Our Curiosity, Now They Have Our Attention

Dimitri Filipovic is joined by Thomas Drance to get into their top stories from this past week of NHL hockey. They talk about how fun the Sharks have been, the impressive showings the Capitals had against some of the best teams in the East, the biggest concerns that linger about the Rangers, the McDavid vs. MacKinnon duel on Saturday night, and the price the Wild paid for David Jiricek. If you'd like to participate in the conversation and join the community we're building over on Discord, you ca...

Dec 02, 202452 min

Watching Celebrini Cook, Teams Creating More Offense, and Coaching Considerations

Dimitri Filipovic is joined by Jack Han to talk about what we're seeing on tape from Macklin Celebrini to start his career, teams like the Capitals and Hurricanes that are getting more out of their players offensively, and some coaching considerations when it comes to things like handedness for defensemen or going with 11F-7D lineups. 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...

Nov 29, 202451 min

Players to Be Excited About in Fantasy Hockey

Dimitri Filipovic is joined by Chris Meaney to highlight buy low players, and under the radar options in good situations that can you target in your fantasy leagues. 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 ...

Nov 27, 202452 min

Rangers in Crisis Mode, Hagel for Four Nations, and Penguins Plans

Dimitri Filipovic is joined by Emily Kaplan to check in on where the teams whose game broadcasts she's done recently are at, including the Rangers, Lightning, Penguins, Blackhawks, and Flyers. 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 necess...

Nov 26, 202449 min

Jumbo’s Retirement, and the Week That Was in the NHL

Dimitri Filipovic is joined by Thomas Drance to talk about Joe Thornton’s retirement ceremony, the Oilers best and worst, why the Jets have been more good than lucky, a couple of rebuilding teams showing encouraging signs, and the rest of their main takeaways from the past week in the NHL. 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   Th...

Nov 25, 202447 min

Difficulty Evaluating Defensemen, and How Their Environment Impacts Their Performance

Dimitri Filipovic is joined by Harman Dayal to talk about the Canucks second pair, Marcus Pettersson's profile as a trade candidate, Jonas Siegenthaler's bounce back, the Predators struggles. 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 necessa...

Nov 23, 202452 min

Film Club on Nico Hischier's Two-Way Play

Dimitri Filipovic is joined by Jesse Marshall to break down the game tape on Nico Hischier this season, and all of the habits he has in all three zones that make him such an impactful player for the Devils. 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...

Nov 22, 202451 min

Coaching Change Adjustments, Video Reviews, and Coyotes Stories

Dimitri Filipovic is joined by Steve Peters to talk about the adjustments that come with making an in-season coaching change, the NHL's review system, and some fun war stories from his time as a video coach for the Coyotes. 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 hos...

Nov 22, 202449 min