In this episode Kristie and Danielle detail everything that is going on with the Kyle Beach and John Doe 2 lawsuit against the Chicago Blackhawks. TW for sexual assault, rape and sexual abuse. Link to the report released detailing the findings of the investigation is here Link to Kyle Beach's interview is here Follow at @wheres_my_stick...
Welcome back for season 4! In today’s episode, Kristie and Danielle dust off the podcast equipment and jump right into discussing the latest BS from Evander Kane and what that means for the HDA and their credibility moving forward. Then they jump into some early season surprises such as Seattle not doing so well, neither is MTL and was Ristolainen the problem all along in Buffalo? They give their thoughts on the new TV deals and how games look on NHL on ESPN and TNT. Lastly, wrapping up with the...
We're back ! This week we talk about Tom Wilson vs. The Rangers vs. The DoPS. We also touch on McDavid hitting 100 points, Rick Tocchet leaving the Coyotes, playoff surprises and of course the Penguins. Also are the Caps the Penguins from 2017 2.0. If you like what you hear give us a review and check us out on twitter at @wheres_my_stick
In today’s episode, Danielle and Kristie follow up on the Covid drama in Vancouver, JT Miller speaking out and how that looks for the NHLPA. Keeping with that theme, they also discuss Robin Lehner’s comments to the media and how the NHL and NHLPA are treating the players behind closed doors. Since the last episode came out around the deadline, Kristie and Danielle take a look at the moves made in the Eastern Division and what that could mean for the Pens. Like always, they wrap up with some Pens...
We're back! This week, Danielle and Kristie talk about the NHL and Covid focusing on the outbreak in Vancouver and some possible ramifications of that for the North Division. At the time of recording it was not yet the trade deadline but there were still some trades to discuss! We also talk about what we want or don't want to see this trade deadline. Of Course we close it out with the Penguins who are still looking good and some key players are stepping up. Give us a listen and a rating on apple...
In today’s episode Danielle and Kristie discuss the new ESPN deal and what it means for the future of the NHL, growing the game and NHL tv. Then they discuss the changes to the NHL draft, instead of keeping things simple the NHL continues to complicate things. Should a team be able to draft 1st overall after 1st overall and continue to be bad? They also discuss some of the latest racist attacks that young hockey players continue to deal with in junior hockey. Of course they wrap up with some Pen...
In this week's episode the girls talk about the not so surprising firing of Claude Julien and also what is going on with the Candiens?! We brainstorm who might be next on the chopping block... David Quinn, Mike Sullivan ? For some weird reason the month of February was the month of the redemption pieces? We discuss why this might be the case and the reprucussions. Lastly, we discuss the Pens! Who added a new director of player personnel Chris Pryor, Hextall made his first player move, and a new ...
In today’s episode, we discuss if the new Covid protocols can help keep the NHL Covid Free moving forward. Should fans be concerned about Player’s comments coming back from having Covid? Then it’s never boring with the Arizona Coyotes, what is going on with ownership? We touch on the concerning issues in Katie Strang’s article, what has happened and why the NHL needs to have strict ownership requirements. It’s only fitting to end with the Penguins. We give our thoughts on the new front office an...
We are a few more weeks into the season... and of course so many things keep on happening in women's and men's hockey. In Women's Hockey, the NWHL is trying to award an Isobel cup champion in a bubble and surprise surprise COVID-19 has other plans. In the midst of all that we have the NWHL vs. Barstool vs. Saroya Tinker ?? In the NHL, we discuss the entire New York Rangers and them waiving a controversial player. Last but definitely not least, the Penguins of course wanted in on the mess and Jim...
The NHL season has started and so has the drama with the first big trade of the season, Laine/ Roslovic for Pierre Luc Dubios/ a third, we definitely have opinions on that trade. We also discuss the league’s Covid protocol and some of the controversy surrounding the Capitals. As if we couldn’t get enough hockey the NWHL 2021 Bubble Tournament has started, if you haven’t tuned in we discuss our favorite teams, games to watch and our favorite NWHL follows! Of course we wrap up with a recap of the ...
Hockey is Back! Our Eastern Division preview is right on time, as Saucy Rockets joins the pod to give their thoughts on all eight teams in the division. We discuss some of the notable moves that happened this off season and how we expect it to affect the teams. Discussing our hottakes on who had the best off season, who is the most underrated team and who will miss the playoffs. As well as use Dom Luszczyszyn’s predictions ranking to support or rebuke our claims. The ‘20-’21 season is going to b...
Kristie and Danielle are back and this time with a Guest! We are joined by Taylor Haase of DK Pittsburgh Sports. Taylor is a writer who covers a lot of the Penguins prospects from the Wheeling Nailers and WBS Penguins who else is better to talk about the Penguins future?! We go over everything that the Penguins have done in the offseason and look to the future to see how it all might fit in the 2020-2021 season. Note: At the start of the episode Danielle and Kristie talk about the sexual assault...
We have dates, we have news and a new episode! The NHL dropped a ton of info on the 20-21 season, so Danielle and Kristie are here to give a primer of the new season. From training camp to the 56 game condensed season and even the playoff structure. They even released the expansion draft date, the regular draft and free agency! The girls discuss the players still available, the fact that ads might be on players helmets and how that will help the NHL. As well as weigh the pros and cons of having ...
In today’s episode, apparently NHL owners can’t or more correctly, chose not to read the two month old CBA, so the start of the 2020-2021 season could be delayed. Danielle and Kristie try to figure out why the NHLPA always seems to fold in these negotiations. As well as discuss new NHL hiring's and the good, bad and teams that should redo their reverse retro jerseys. And because 2020 continues to suck, they also discuss Jake Paul vs Evander Kane. As always you can reach us @wheres_my_stick, if y...
In this episode Danielle and Kristie are doing something a little bit different. We discuss in detail what both the HDA and the NHL&the NHLPA are planning to do in terms of the initiatives tackling racism. We go over their differences and how potentially they can work together; if they can work together at all. Check us out on Twitter: wheres_my_stick Comment, rate, subscribe and tell a friend!! Show Links: Our Ask of the NHL - by the HDA. The NHL's new Diversity and Inclusion Plan Falls Far...
Today’s episode is exciting, Hannah joins the show to discuss everything going on around the NHL. We’re switching up the format and decided to touch on some Penguins topics first by welcoming back Trevor Daley and trying to figure out what’s going on in the front office. Then we move on to a lengthy discussion of Mitchell Miller, the Arizona Coyotes and why hockey culture will never allow teams to get it right. Then we wrap up with a game, Love Island: Hockey Free Agent Edition. A special thanks...
And we're back ! This week we have very sad news to start :( Kristie and Danielle are back to discuss some of the more special stories at the draft. We talk about the many different teams for many different players, the goalie carousel and of course the Penguins! Follow us on Twitter ad @Wheres_my_stick!
A lot has happened since we last recorded, there is a new Stanley Cup Champ, the Pens signed another left handed, not so great Dman and we are now in to trade rumors part of the off season. The NHL had no positive test in the bubble, but that doesn't mean there were no complaints. The Pens are making some questionable moves, we give our thoughts on which is the worst. Is Henrik Lundqvist the Swedish Patrick Sharp? Should the Jets trade Laine? Jack Eichel to the Rangers? We talk about all this an...
We're back everyone and did we miss a lot! In this episode, the girls discuss the playoffs, other shenanigans happening around the NHL (Kyle Dubas a Witch?) and of course whatever it is the Penguins have been doing. In Boston, a certain Bruins Beat writer had some words for Tuuka Rask. link Dallas is looking for some feedback after some business pull support because of BLM. link Sarah Nurse joins the PWHPA board! We had some... ..... thoughts. link Don't forget to follow us on Twitter at wheres_...
The NHL and it’s players had to face their second test after many promised to listen, learn and be a part of change. We discussed how they messed up while the whole world was watching, the NHL schucked the responsibility on the players and with that responsibility some players stepped up more than others. This past week we saw first hand why it’s important for people and players of color to be in the room, during these conversations and if the NHL or it’s players want to actually be a part of ch...
Womp womp, the Pens are out of the playoffs and Kristie, Danielle and Kelsey have A LOT to say. But before they touch on the pens, they continue the conversation about the BLM movement and how players are contributing to the anti-racist work in hockey. Then they move onto the mess that is going on in Pittsburgh, contracts are not being renewed, questions from the front office and a ton of personnel questions for next season. Even with crashing and burning in the play in round, the pens did thems...
In today’s episode, Danielle, Kelsey and Kristie give their thoughts on the Seattle Kraken name, colors and possible rivalries. Then they jump into the drama going on in the Arizona Coyotes front office and ask themselves, is Chayka a snake or just a millennial? Next, they have an in depth conversation on Naz Kadri, Ryan Reaves, Jonathan Toews and Matt Dumba’s comments on the BLM and anti-racism work, the differences in their comments and actions, and why the NHL seems to be years behind the cur...
In today’s episode we discuss the recent articles about the ongoing abuse in Junior and Youth Hockey in North America. This unfortunately is not a new topic, however, within the past two weeks, multiple athletes have come forward with their stories and the trauma they experienced within their programs and leagues. We examine the power dynamics in hockey, the isolation from family and friends and other contributors to this toxic culture. Then we provide some realistic systematic changes and safet...
Hey everyone! We're back! In this episode we talk about George Floyd's untimely passing at the hands of the police and how the hockey community as a whole responded to the Black Lives Matter protests that have sprung all over the United States and other parts of the world. We look at hockey is racked with racism and the different ways that players, teams and the NHL can better the game of hockey and keeping the momentum going from the protests. We talk about the Hockey Diversity Alliance as well...
In today's episode, we discuss some meaningful topics in the NHL, but first, we have to take a moment of silence for Dustin Byfuglien, we miss you bud. We talk about the ownership in Buffalo and why they're the new villains of the NHL. As well as, give our opinions of what happened to Rangers prospect, K'Andre Miller, how the Rangers and the NHL handled it. Next, we talk about how the NFL's draft is persuading the NHL to keep their draft in June and question if the NHL should continue the '19-20...
What are we suppose to do now? Hockey is suspended and we take a look at what got us to this point. As well as look at what are the options moving forward. We also talk about which teams did the right thing and are supporting their employees, which aren't and which needed a little push. Follow us on twitter @wheres_my_stick!
We're back! 2 weeks in a row! In this episode, the girls go around the league and talk about the tragic tornado in Nashville, the Islander's Johnny Boychuk's close call, Hockey Is For Everyone - except is it?. The girls even let Kristie gush about Mika Zibanejad about his 5 goal game. Finally, the girls talk about the Pens, Mike Sullivan's interview on the 31 Thoughts podcast, the lines, injuries and goalie matchup. Feel free to follow us @wheres_my_stick on Twitter and let us know what you thin...
The Penguins are NOT good and we apologize for saying they might be! In today's episode, we recap all of the trade deadline moves and figure out who were the winners and losers of the day. Did Nashville really forget it the deadline was on Monday? The Stars did... nothing? And of course the Metro got deeper. We talk about the Leafs, EBUGs and how NHL GM's may try and ruin it. Lastly we scream about the Pens. We look for a top defensive pair out of the defense we have left, wonder if ZAR is what ...
They gang is back together and had a fun time recording this episode. We try to sort through the mess that was the Biz/Carcillo drama with a side of Jeremy Roenick bs and of course give our opinions on the situations. As well as look at that recent(ish) trades that happened before the trade deadline, which has us asking what is going on with the Jets and Leafs? Question if the Stars and Canucks are serious playoff contenders and look at who we'd like to see them add at the deadline. We wrap up w...
We said we were back! In this week's episode we talk about the never ender GM and Coach carousel adding Gerard Gallant, Pete DeBeor and Ray Shero to the mix. Nicklas Backstom resigned! How did he to? We also talk about Matthew Tkachuck vs. Everybody. With the All Star game looming, we talk about new things the league is doing to make it fun. Colorado held a memorial service with some questionable decisions and of course we talk about the Penguins. Feel free to tweet us at @wheres_my_stick and do...
