Podcasts by Bag of Pucks

Episode 203: King Bias (December 1, 2023) from 2023-12-07T03:02:38

In this week's episode, Alson explains as an 'unbiased individual' on why the Kings are the best (0:00), Kane signs with the Red Wings (9:52), and what is the legacy of Corey Perry (...

Episode 202: Breakaway NFTs (November 17, 2023) from 2023-11-21T22:35:49

No, we aren't buying Breakaway NFTs and we'll tell you why (0:00). We'll talk about Frank Vatrano's unique season (9:08), why the supposedly bad Canucks are good (16:57), why the...

Episode 201: Suspensions, Sens, Sharks (November 4, 2023) from 2023-11-08T03:01:24

In this week's episode, the boys talk about the Coyotes trolling the Canadiens (0:00), the Shane Pinto suspension (4:44), other dumb Senators things (15:16), and are the Sharks truly that ba...

Episode 200: 200 (October 19, 2023) from 2023-10-21T22:47:07

In this week's episode, the boys celebrate their 200th episode of the Bag of Pucks Podcast. We talk about good old Winnipeg (0:00), play some classic 200-themed trivia (7:47), and open hocke...

Episode 199: Wild Ducks (October 8th, 2023) from 2023-10-10T22:31:43

In this week's episode, Alson and Geoffrey discuss the lack of PTO signings (0:00), our thoughts on the two Ducks RFAs signing (8:23), some wild extensions (18:22), and our spicy takes and p...

Episode 198: Summer Internship (September 21, 2023) from 2023-09-27T20:21:42

In this week's episode, Alson and Geoffrey discuss the crappy negotiations between Zegras and the Ducks (0:00), The Babcock saga (10:19), the Kings and Coyotes down under (21:02), and anothe...

Episode 197: Gritty Beef (September 2, 2023) from 2023-09-12T02:02:19

In this week's episode, Alson plays the Immaculate Grid for the first time (0:00), we discuss the biggest trade of the summer (7:02), Matthews resigning and options for Nylander and the Leaf...

Episode 196: TaraSENko (July 30, 2023) from 2023-08-01T19:14:38

In this week's episode, the boys talk about some real off-season topics (0:00), Anaheim Ducks' RFAs (12:17), the retirement of Patrice Bergeron (28:09), and Tarasenko going to the Sens (...

Episode 195: Chaotic (July 16, 2023) from 2023-07-21T17:59:56

No intro, no outro, no timestamps. Just a purely chaotic episode from Anson and Alson about everything that's happened so far this offseason.

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Episode 194: Treliving and the Never Ending Salary Cap (July 6, 2023) from 2023-07-07T22:11:21

In this week's episode, the boys talk about the Blue Jackets deciding not to participate in free agency (0:00), the Maple Leafs completely ignoring the fact there is a salary cap (9:20), and...

Episode 193: Robbed Blake (June 29, 2023) from 2023-06-30T21:01:28

In this week's episode, the boys talk about whether the PLD trade was the right move for the Kings (0:00), our takes from a somewhat lacklustre NHL draft (16:37), and other dealings made bef...

Episode 192: An Easier Path? (June 20, 2023) from 2023-06-22T09:57:27

In this week's episode, the boys debate whether the Golden Knights had an easier path to the Stanley Cup than the Panthers (0:00), buyout season is here with the Canucks and Coyotes (15:28),...

Episode 191: Team of Destiny (June 11, 2023) from 2023-06-12T21:30:54

In this week's episode, the boys have to talk again about another Dubois offseason story (0:00), the Blue Jackets, Flyers, and Kings make another trade with each other (7:14), why are the Go...

Episode 190: The _______ Coyotes (May 20, 2023) from 2023-05-23T19:26:11

In this week's episode, we discuss what's next for the Arizona Coyotes (0:00) and try our best to unravel the mess that has become Kyle Dubas and the Toronto Maple Leafs (17:18).

Episode 189: No More Favourites (May 9, 2023) from 2023-05-12T10:09:50

In this week's episode, Anson and Geoffrey talk about whether the Blackhawks deserved to win the draft lottery (0:00), three major disappointing teams who got knocked out of the first round ...

Episode 188 - Points (April 22, 2023) from 2023-04-24T10:21:34

As promised, the boys this week start off the show trying to guess how many points some under-the-radar players had this season (0:00), follow by a not-very-expansive discussion of the current r...

Episode 187: EBUG (April 11, 2023) from 2023-04-13T22:41:41

In this week's episode, the boys talk about the Leafs' EBUG situation (0:00), who's to blame for the Flames missing the playoffs (10:49), where will each playoff team be seeded (23:2...

Episode 186: #FreeHogs (March 24, 2023) from 2023-03-29T21:19:48

In this week's episode, the boys talk about Pride Night (0:00), are the Jets even good (9:35), and a Nils Hoglander-inspired Geography with Geo trivia game (23:19).

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Episode 185: Winners and Losers of the Deadline 2023 (March 12, 2023) from 2023-03-14T18:18:42

In this week's episode, the boys talk about Jonathan Quick no longer being a King (0:00), the losers from the NHL deadline - Flyers (8:36), Gary Bettman (20:46), the Chychrun saga (30:04), and t...

Episode 184: When's the Trade Deadline? (February 26, 2023) from 2023-03-01T02:10:36

In this week's episode, the boys talk about the ever-changing Meier deal (0:00), the Ryan O'Reilly and Shea Weber trades (15:17), Dmitry Orlov and Vitali Kravtsov deals (25:38), a smattering of ...

Episode 183: Late Night Trade Ramblings (February 11, 2023) from 2023-02-15T23:53:55

In this week's episode, Alson starts off with an (unnecessary) disclaimer for Chychrun and the Kings (0:00), our late thoughts on the Bo Horvat trade to the Islanders (12:41), our later thoughts...

Episode 182: Boooooo (January 28, 2023) from 2023-02-01T01:37:01

In this week's episode, Anson's back so we have to talk about the Blue Jackets somehow (0:00). Plus, we talk about tanking for Bedard (4:38), the mess that is the Vancouver Canucks (18:47), and ...

Episode 181: Just a Kings Hater (January 12, 2023) from 2023-01-13T23:38:06

In this week's episode, the boys talk about the massive CHL trade deadline (0:00), Alson's first reaction to the NHL All-Star rosters (14:12), and our playoff predictions and locks at the halfwa...

Episode 180: It's a New Year!!! (January 1, 2023) from 2023-01-01T23:04:37

Our first episode of 2023!!! The boys talk about Morrissey's Norris-worthy season (0:00), three players that recently changed teams that are happy the calendar has flipped to 2023 (6:58), the st...

Episode 179: 800...and counting (December 16, 2022) from 2022-12-18T20:43:47

In this week's episode, the boys talk about the potential of an 84-game schedule (0:00), Trevor Moore's new contract extension (10:09), how many more goals will Ovechkin score (17:29), and Alex ...

Episode 178: Goalies, Goalies, Goalies (December 6, 2022) from 2022-12-07T00:12:46

In this week's episode, Denmark is out but Croatia is still in the World Cup (0:00), Petersen is sent to the AHL (3:28), Binnington's antics (18:50), and jersey numbers (27:03). *Geoffrey forgot...

Episode 177: The Wright Move (November 21, 2022) from 2022-11-23T22:24:56

In this week's episode, the boys talk about the FIFA World Cup (0:00), Shane Wright's demotion to the AHL (14:38), and the goalie injury epidemic (25:04). 

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Episode 176: Lions V. Sun (November 7, 2022) from 2022-11-15T13:17:34

Anson's back so we have to talk about the Blue Jackets' power play woes (0:00), Mitchell Miller and the Bruins disaster (10:21), Toronto media at its best again (32:05), and Alson's stupid quest...

Episode 175: Packs are BACK (October 22, 2022) from 2022-10-24T02:43:51

In this week's episode, the boys open some Tim Horton's packs (0:00), talk about winner and losers of reverse retro jerseys (if there are any...) (12:08), our early season surprises and disappoi...

Episode 174: A Sick Season Preview (October 7, 2022) from 2022-10-17T10:21:07

Super late for a season preview but Alson and Geoffrey finally dissect who are the players we should watch for the upcoming season. Will any of these players breakout or will they have down seas...

Episode 173: Quick & Painful* (September 23, 2022) from 2022-09-25T14:52:14

In this week's episode, the boys talk about the pettiness of Mackinnon's contract extension (0:00), what's going on in Winnipeg (6:43) and end a nice and breezy episode with some quick and painful ...

Episode 172: Suzuki & Mikey (September 12, 2022) from 2022-09-14T11:09:31

In this week's episode, the boys talk whether Suzuki is the right choice to be captain of the Montreal Canadiens (0:00), why Mikey Anderson has the best top-4 defenceman contract (6:22), what we...

Episode 171: Word Association (August 28, 2022) from 2022-08-31T11:25:05

In this week's episode, the boys talk about Phil the Thrill signing with Vegas (0:00), the Sean Monahan trade/Nazem Kadri signing (13:50), the Islanders finally participated in the offseason (27...

Episode 170: Who He Play For? 2022 Edition (August 13, 2022) from 2022-08-14T14:00:26

In this week's episode, Geoffrey and Alson talk about the forgotten World Juniors (0:00), the Kadri-to-Islanders rumours (11:52), who's going to play in goal for Vegas (20:23), and the 2022 Edit...

Episode 169: Ping-Pong (July 31, 2022) from 2022-08-04T12:34:10

In this week's episode, the boys talk about the KHL making a CHL-like trade (0:00), Klingberg signs with the Ducks (8:21), where do PK Subban and Phil Kessel go (23:30), and another segment of G...

Episode 168: Bye Bye Tkachuk (July 24, 2022) from 2022-07-29T01:35:29

In this week's episode, the boys harp out Anson's failed 'insider; knowledge (0:00), the Tkachuk-Huberdeau trade (8:15), the moves the Penguins have made this offseason (27:00), and what qualifi...

Episode 167: Free Agency Bonanza (July 14, 2022) from 2022-07-16T01:31:49

In this week's episode, we discuss the craziness that is the opening 48 hours of Free Agency Frenzy, including the Sens opening up their war chest, the Blue Jackets swooping in for Johnny Gaudre...

Episode 166: Slafkovsky vs Wright (July 9, 2022) from 2022-07-11T21:41:32

In this week's episode, the boys try to explain what happened at the draft, including the three most intriguing teams from the draft (0:00), and the most interesting signings since our last epis...

Episode 165: We Have A Winner!!! (June 30, 2022) from 2022-07-02T01:08:28

In this week's episode, the boys talk about the newest Stanley Cup champions (0:00), Kevin Fiala to the Kings (8:35), the upcoming NHL draft (19:32), Alex Lyon (30:22), and more Alson weirdness ...

Episode 164: Sunrise and Sunsets (June 22, 2022) from 2022-06-24T12:00:05

In this week's episode, we talk about some more coaching changes (0:00), the NHL Awards (15:23), and continue our new segment of Geoffrey explains featuring Anson (40:00). Follow us on Twitter here...

Episode 163: Weber-Dadonov (June 18, 2022) from 2022-06-21T00:35:16

In this week's episode, the boys chat about the recent coaching changes (0:00), the Weber-Dadonov trade (11:30), whether the Cup Finals is over (23:33), and a new segment from Alson (32:33).&nbs...

Episode 162: Conference Final LOSERS (June 12, 2022) from 2022-06-14T18:17:13

In this week's episode, Ben Bishop is a Buffalo Sabre (0:00), what's next for the conference final LOSERS (5:12), our preview of the Stanley Cup Final (20:42), and what is the definition of a sp...

Episode 161: Forks and Knives (June 3, 2022) from 2022-06-04T21:39:48

In this week's episode, the boys share their opinion on the proposed Coyotes arena (0:00), what will happen if the Oilers don't make it to the Stanley Cup Finals (7:31), Sutter winning the Jack ...

Episode 160: In My Head (May 30, 2022) from 2022-05-31T17:43:49

In this week's episode, the boys talk about Spezza's retirement (0:00), Coleman's disallowed goal (8:32), the Hurricanes' inability to win away from home (20:57), and Alson's interesting Champio...

Episode 159: Bye Bye Alson (May 22, 2022) from 2022-05-23T17:15:28

In this week's episode, Anson and Geoffrey talk about Korpisalo's extension (0:00), Florida not showing up in the second round (8:16), the goalless Rangers-Hurricanes series (16:03); the Battle ...

Episode 158: Clutch (May 17, 2022) from 2022-05-18T10:05:55

In this week's episode, the boys talk about if and where Bergeron will play next year (0:00), Trotz and DeBoer being fired (9:34), our highlights from round 1 (19:43), what to look forward to in...

Episode 157: Late Night Playoff Round Up (May 7, 2022) from 2022-05-10T01:56:21

In this week's episode, Alson and Geoffrey stay up late to discuss the first round of the NHL playoffs (6:55) and wrap up the night with another questionable Alson question (38:20). Follow us on Tw...

Episode 156: Horse-Sized Duck (April 28, 2022) from 2022-04-29T14:22:52

In this week's episode, the boys talk about the Kings being back in the playoffs (0:00), what each non-playoff team must do to improve for next season (6:05), and what would you rather fight: a ...

Episode 155: Is Chocolate Overrated?? (April 24, 2022) from 2022-04-25T15:05:26

In this week's episode, Alson and Geoffrey talk about the exorbitant season ticket cost to watch the Coyotes next season (4:14), our most and least anticipated playoff matchups (18:12), and whet...

Episode 154: Professor Pronger (April 17, 2022) from 2022-04-18T20:02:21

In this week's episode, Alson and Geoffrey discuss the wisdom of Professor Chris Pronger (0:00), players who have revived their careers this season (14:32), who the Kings' revived player would b...

Episode 153: Cereal = Soup? (April 10, 2022) from 2022-04-11T15:48:32

In this week's episode, the boys are all back to talk about whether Matthews is the greatest Leaf of all time (0:00), our Vezina and Calder picks (11:26), whether Getzlaf will make the Hall of F...

Episode 152: The Zegras (April 3, 2022) from 2022-04-04T22:33:23

Looking for LA Kings content this week??? You won't find it here! In this week's episode, Anson and Geoffrey talk about the end of Keith Yandle's consecutive game streak (0:00), the Zegras goal ...

Episode 151: The Dadonov Debacle (March 26, 2022) from 2022-03-30T14:27:20

In this week's episode, Alson and Geoffrey discuss the Habs being the first team being eliminated from the playoffs (0:00), the whole Vegas/Dadonov debacle (15:05), and Alson asks Geoffrey the q...

Episode 150: Fruit Cocktail Syrup (March 21, 2022) from 2022-03-22T01:48:15

In this week's episode, Alson and Geoffrey talk about why the Kings won the trade deadline (4:12), the Atlantic Division arms race (8:37), the not as obvious Central Division arms race (34:54), ...

Episode 149: Wheels or Doors (March 12, 2022) from 2022-03-15T12:00

In this week's episode, the boys discover that they are SUNAs (0:00), deliberate whether the proposed Kotkaniemi extension makes sense (2:50), force a conversation about the Kings and Chychrun (...

Episode 148: NHL > MLB (March 4, 2022) from 2022-03-07T16:33:56

In this week's episode, the boys talk about why it's time for MLB fans to switch over to the NHL (0:00) and which way we are leaning towards in terms of buying or selling at the deadline for the...

Episode 147: 10-7 (February 27, 2022) from 2022-03-01T15:54:08

In this week's episode, the boys talk about the forgotten Stadium Series (0:00), whatever happened between the Leafs and the Red Wings (7:30), the Montreal coaching situation (22:14), and the un...

Episode 146: Hardest Job in Hockey (February 19, 2022) from 2022-02-22T17:01:26

Who has the hardest job in hockey right now? Find out in this week's episode of the Bag of Pucks Podcast.

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Episode 145: Surprises and Disappointments (February 7, 2022) from 2022-02-08T17:05:40

In this week's episode, the boys talk about the All-Star Skills Competition (0:00), our mid-season surprises (9:28) and disappointments (18:25), and what we're watching for in the second half of...

Episode 144: Bonehead (January 29, 2022) from 2022-01-30T16:32:44

In this week's episode, the boys talk about Alson's new hated NHL team (0:00), Aaron Dell's dangerous hit (14:19), and whether we would prefer to have a jersey retirement or statue reveal (27:20...

Episode 143: Olympic Roster Reveal and Reaction (January 25, 2022) from 2022-01-27T01:19:47

In this week's episode, the boys go through EVERY single player on the Team Canada Men's Olympic Team, starting with the forwards (1:47), a random segment about Olympic stuff (19:59), back to th...

Episode 142: Kane, Clarke, Makar, All-Star (January 16, 2022) from 2022-01-17T20:53:15

In this week's episode, the boys talk about what happened with Evander Kane and the Sharks (0:00), Bobby Clarke's salty comments about Ron Hextall (16:09), and the rosters and Last Man in picks ...

Episode 141: Team Canada Goon Squad??? (January 7, 2021) from 2022-01-08T20:55:26

For the first episode of 2022, the boys talk about the Heritage Classic (0:00), Senators/Oilers (6:17), and Tuukka Rask/Olympics (21:04). 

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Episode 140: 2021 End-of-Year Trivia (December 28, 2021) from 2022-01-01T02:09:39

SURPRISE!!! The boys celebrate the end of the 2021 year in the whole way they know: TRIVIA.

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Episode 139: "Paul Maurice" Richard (December 18, 2021) from 2021-12-21T14:09:14

In potentially the last episode of 2021, the boys talk about Paul Maurice's resignation (0:00), the spread of COVID through the NHL (12:25), and what's going on with the Olympics (22:51). <...

Episode 138 - The Family's Back!! (December 12, 2021) from 2021-12-13T01:36:15

In this week's episode, the boys are all back together to talk about Zegras's Michigan assist (0:00), Rick Nash having his number retired (9:14), which 2000 franchise is the better franchise at ...

Episode 137: Kings and Habs Only (December 4th, 2021) from 2021-12-06T00:48:12

Without Anson again, that leaves Alson and Geoffrey to only talk about their favourite teams. They talk about LA being a potential goalie factory (0:00), the new Luis Suarez of hockey (7:47), Te...

Episode 136: Jersey Fouls (November 27, 2021) from 2021-11-29T22:14:39

In this week's episode, the boys talk about some recent jersey fouls by the Devils and some Olympic national team jerseys (0:00), Matt Murray on waivers (14:37), and whether retaining on Evander...

Episode 135: Packmaster (November 19, 2021) from 2021-11-22T21:11:51

In this week's episode, the boys take part in the traditional Tim Horton's hockey cards pack opening (0:00), discuss the gong show in Vancouver (9:38), feel sorry for Riley Tufte (31:13), and fi...

Episode 134: Chicago (November 7, 2021) from 2021-11-08T21:31:05

TRIGGER WARNING! This week's episode contains content that may be disturbing and/or upsetting to listeners. 

In this week's episode, Alson and Geoffrey talk about how the Blackhawks ...

Episode 133: (Im)Perfect Record (October 30, 2021) from 2021-10-30T18:36:19

In this week's episode, the boys talk about Reilly's shiny new contract (1:41), the perfect winning records of the Panthers and Hurricanes (14:15), and the not-so-perfect records of the Blackhaw...

Episode 132: Bone Marrow, Tenderloin Tartare, and Clam Chowder Cup (October 24, 2021) from 2021-10-27T00:57:56

In this week's episode, the boys talk about Seattle retiring a number already (0:00), our predictions for individual NHL awards (12:18), and the weirdest food items on the Climate Pledge Arena m...

Episode 131 - Way Too Early Playoff Predictions (October 17, 2021) from 2021-10-18T17:50:53

In this week's episode, our 'star' returns and tries to make a point about another NHL player being a star (0:00), Seattle's poor asset management (8:33), and our way too early predictions for w...

Episode 130: One Burning Question (October 10, 2021) from 2021-10-11T09:59:06

In our 2021-2022 season preview show, Anson and Geoffrey ask one burning question for each team (2:53) and play the customary 'Who He Play For' trivia game - Blue Jackets edition (1:09:35). Also...

Episode 129: Do We Need A Star?? (October 1, 2021) from 2021-10-05T09:30:28

In this week's episode, we get rid of Alson and talk about Arizona's relaxed dress code (0:00), the Pittsburgh Penguins (6:41), NHL 22 player ratings (17:39), and quick thoughts on the upcoming sea...

Episode 128: Professional and Diplomatic (September 25, 2021) from 2021-09-27T13:01:44

In this week's episode, Alson and Geoffrey talk about Jack Eichel losing the C on his sweater (0:00), our very original Fight for Wright (15:12), our picks for breakout player of the year (and b...

Episode 127: Taco (September 18, 2021) from 2021-09-20T09:42:14

In this week's episode, Alson and Geoffrey discuss fantasy hockey draft strategies (0:00), the dwindling RFAs still remaining (12:53), and a quick segment of "Most Likely To...". 

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Episode 126: It's September Already? (September 4, 2021) from 2021-09-05T19:31:09

In this week's episode, the boys purposely outdate themselves on the whole Kotkaniemi situation (0:00), the NHL going back to the Olympics (10:27), the good and bad of the slew of Islanders sign...

Episode 125: Twos (August 28, 2021) from 2021-08-29T10:14:36

In this week's episode, Anson and Alson talk about the new deals for Svechnikov and Couturier (0:00), the Eichel situation (13:14), players returning to Michigan (18:30), the disproportionate level...

Episode 124: Pancakes (August 21, 2021) from 2021-08-23T13:57:15

In this week's episode, the boys argue about butter, pancakes, and maple syrup (???) (0:00), Henrik Lundqvist (7:54), NHL jersey ads (18:40), NHL 22 (28:58), and the Philadelphia Flyers (40:04)....

Episode 123: Candid Conversations (August 14, 2021) from 2021-08-16T14:35:24

On a late weekend night, the boys talk candidly about what is deserving of a banner in the rafters (0:00), Jumbo Joe to the Panthers (12:08), and our way-to-early, unprepared, predictions fo tea...

Episode 122: Getting Paid (August 7, 2021) from 2021-08-08T21:02:26

In this week's episode, Geoffrey and Alson talk about Jack Eichel's fully verified, one-tweet Twitter account (0:00), Tomas Tatar's deal with New Jersey (6:52), new Seattle Kraken signings (15:0...

Episode 121: Free Agency Gone Wild (July 29, 2021) from 2021-08-01T00:19:05

In this week's episode, the boys talk about all the moves before the start of free agency (0:00), gush over how well our teams tackled free agency (14:15), and break some not very breaking news ...

Episode 120: Drafts, Drafts, and More Drafts (July 24, 2021) from 2021-07-25T16:51:52

In this week's episode, the boys give their overall thoughts on the DeAngelo buyout (0:00), the expansion draft process and results in Seattle (4:27), all the big trades leading up to the draft ...

Episode 119: Future Considerations (July 18, 2021) from 2021-07-18T21:28:15

In this week's episode, we celebrate Pekka Rinne's retirement (0:00), Wild buyouts (5:13), how some teams have already lost the expansion draft (10:51), and our hastily constructed Seattle Krake...

Episode 118: Back2Back (July 9, 2021) from 2021-07-12T11:10:42

In this week's episode, the boys talk about the newest/remaining champions of the NHL (0:00), disgruntled Tarasenko and Eichel (7:16), how many HOFers the Lightning have right now (26:52), and P...

Episode 117: Bobby Bonilla/Rick DiPietro Day (July 1, 2021) from 2021-07-03T10:07:57

In this week's episode, the boys roast Geoffrey and the end of his Habs lucky streak (0:00), gush over the Kings and the Arvidsson trade (5:07), discuss whether we may see more cap shaningans li...

Episode 116: Hakstol (June 25, 2021) from 2021-06-27T16:44:14

In this week's episode, Geoffrey is back to talk about Messier joining ESPN (0:00), Dave Hakstol is the first head coach for the Seattle Kraken (9:26), Geoffrey's lucky ritual for the Stanley Cu...

Episode 115: The Kids are Free (June 19th, 2021) from 2021-06-22T17:11:47

Alson and Anson are set free to talk about whatever they want in this week's episode. They debate about the need for an elite 'tendy to win the Cup (3:29), results from the NHLPA poll (12:5...

Episode 114: Conference Final Primer - Bag of Pucks Podcast from 2021-06-13T23:49:19

In this week's episode, the boys talk about the awkward question at the Avs post-game press conference (0:00), a look back at the division finals (5:28), rumours that #1 prospect Owen Power may ...

Episode 113: Thumbs Up, Thumbs Down - Bag of Pucks Podcast from 2021-06-07T13:00

In this week's episode, we play "Thumbs Up, Thumbs Down" on some of the bigger news items in the hockey world. We debate the Scheifele press conference (1:20), trading Mitch Marner (6:36), the N...

Episode 112: Rule-breaker - Bag of Pucks Podcast from 2021-05-30T19:57:53

We return back to our mock Seattle expansion draft and pick the first Kraken players for Ron Francis. Question is, did we listen to each other and actually follow the rules when we did the draft...

Episode 111: An Iconic Duo - The Bag of Pucks Podcast from 2021-05-25T00:36:20

We take a break from our mock expansion draft to talk about the NHL playoffs, running through the Avs/Blues (2:20), Golden Knights/Wild (12:35), Panthers/Lightning (16:58), Hurricanes/Predators ...

Episode 110: Numbers are Hard - Bag of Pucks Podcast from 2021-05-17T16:49:49

In our longest episode of the year, we talk about the crappy IIHF World Championship rosters (0:00), continue our journey in our mock Seattle Kraken expansion draft protection list (14:53), and ...

Episode 109: Fantasyland - Bag of Pucks Podcast from 2021-05-10T16:00:24

In this week's episode, the boys discuss their views about the Rangers-Capitals kerfuffle and the resulting aftermath (0:00), start their protection list for the BOP version of the expansion dra...

Episode 108: LTIR Shenanigans - Bag of Pucks Podcast from 2021-05-01T17:37:51

In this week's episode, the boys talk about the NHL getting richer (0:00), whatever you call the new AHL "playoff format" (10:21), Ilya Kovalchuk trying to come back to win a Cup (17:24), and th...

Episode 107: Rookie Trivia - Bag of Pucks Podcast from 2021-04-26T14:00

In this week's episode, the boys talk about Hockey Night in Canada's multilingual broadcast (0:00), what we're watching with three weeks left in the regular season (7:32), will the NHL cancel ma...

Episode 106: Selling out...again - Bag of Pucks Podcast from 2021-04-19T23:27:16

In this week's episode, Anson wins again (0:00), we talk about our favourite trades from the trade deadline (3:52), Patrick Marleau ties Gordie Howe's games played record (32:14), and final stor...

Episode 105: Dream Hater - Bag of Pucks Podcast from 2021-04-11T17:33:08

In this week's episode, Geoffrey destroys the dreams of Alson with his new NHL rule inspired by the Buffalo Sabres (0:00). Plus, we discuss all the early trade deadline deals (4:59), break the D...

Episode 104: Cancel the Canucks - The Bag of Pucks Podcast from 2021-04-04T18:59:39

In this week's episode, we celebrate the Sabres finally winning in March (0:00), Alson suggesting we should cancel the Vancouver Canucks (3:41), our reflections on the Laine-Dubois trade two mon...

Episode 103: Cherry Coke - Bag of Pucks Podcast from 2021-03-29T16:00:27

This week's episode starts off with a banger as the boys discuss Pepsi's newest Marshmallow flavour, plus other weird soft drink combinations (0:00). Then, we actually decide to talk about hocke...

Episode 102: More Buffalo-Bell - Bag of Pucks Podcast from 2021-03-22T21:11:40

In this week's episodes, Geoffrey, Anson, and Alson talk about which faces in new places we still can't get used to (0:00), more news from the Buffalo Sabres (9:20), are the Sharks in a worse si...

Episode 101: Sellout - Bag of Pucks Podcast from 2021-03-15T04:55:17

We have a surprise announcement as the Bag of Pucks Podcast passes 100 episodes (0:00). Plus, we discuss this week's news with the ESPN - NHL deal (5:28), Jordan Binnington's extension (13:35), ...

Episode 100: Number 100 - Bag of Pucks Podcast from 2021-03-08T04:03:50

We've made it to 100!!! We got a super busy episode as the boys try to make sense of their early season playoff predictions (3:12), the recent firings of Geoff Ward and Stephane Waite (15:17), o...

Episode 99: Kaplan and the Beast - Bag of Pucks Podcast from 2021-03-03T01:24:02

We have our very first guest on our podcast. Cary Kaplan of Cosmos Sports and Entertainment and owner of the Brampton Beast speaks with Alson about his time in hockey and with the ECHL. Plus, we...

Episode 98: Sunshine is the Enemy - Bag of Pucks Podcast from 2021-02-24T02:59:27

In this week's episode, Anson joins us again, which means we have to incorporate the Blue Jackets somehow in the conversation. Plus, we touch on Lake Tahoe and whatever is going on in Arizona. &...

Episode 97: Bring Back Anson - Bag of Pucks Podcast from 2021-02-18T01:36:38

We have to talk about the Blue Jackets when Anson's here, so that's what we do. Plus we go back to the nation's capital to discuss how bad the Senators offseason looks now. 

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Episode 96: A Caffeinated Rant - Bag of Pucks Podcast from 2021-02-08T06:57:02

In a rare occurrence, Geoffrey rants about the NHL while having a little bit too much caffeine in his body. Plus, we touch on DeAngelo, the Arizona Coyotes, and the Nashville Predators.  Listen

Episode 95: Leadership Tenets - Bag of Pucks Podcast from 2021-02-01T01:11:16

In this week's episode, we talk about Alson's distaste for Wild's "rookie" Kaprizov, the unbalanced NHL schedule, and Mike Gillis's leaked resume for the Penguins' GM job. Plus, we get Alson's i...

Episode 94: Laine Dubois - Bag of Pucks Podcast from 2021-01-24T17:45:39

We come on to record our reactions to the massive Laine-Dubois blockbuster and how we're both hesitant on whether this was really a deal that needed to be mode between the two. Plus we touch on ...

Episode 93: Switching Allegiance - Bag of Pucks Podcast from 2021-01-18T13:41:44

In this week's episode, we talk about some interesting roster and waiver decisions being made. Plus, Geoffrey has made the decision to no longer cheer for the Leafs...which bandwagon has he jump...

Episode 92: Who He Play For? - The Bag of Pucks Podcast from 2021-01-10T15:27:29

With the season only days away, Anson joins the guys in doing some quickfire predictions of who will make the playoffs in this weird season. Plus, we see if Anson and Alson are better than Charl...

Episode 91: Touching Base - Bag of Pucks Podcast from 2021-01-04T14:46:39

With so much news to cover following our holiday break, we quickly touch base on a number of hockey news as teams start getting ready for the upcoming 2021 NHL season. 

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Episode 90: Christmas Wish List - Bag of Pucks Podcast from 2020-12-18T23:04:09

In our last episode of 2020, Alson and Geoffrey speed through all 31 NHL teams and guess what they might be asking Santa for Christmas this year. We try to be realistic in helping these teams im...

Episode 89: Elon Arya Skinner - Bag of Pucks Podcast from 2020-12-13T15:00

Anson comes back as a guest as the tables turn on Geoffrey for this week's trivia. Plus, we talk about the world junior rosters (kind of...) and who we think will be the best team in the All-Can...

Episode 88: CHEL Conversations - Bag of Pucks Podcast from 2020-12-06T16:36:42

When the NHL and hockey world doesn't give you enough fun things to talk about, we revert to our old ways of bringing in our friends and discuss random conversations we have on CHEL. Plus, Geoff...

Episode 87: Optimist/Pessimist - Bag of Pucks Podcast from 2020-11-30T14:09:58

We finally get some RFA signings to talk about! Plus, Alson plays the optimist and Geoffrey plays the pessimist in our opinions on the NWHL bubble and the upcoming World Juniors.

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Episode 86: Polished - Bag of Pucks Podcast from 2020-11-20T19:21:55

In this polished-up episode, we re-discuss our thoughts on the reverse retro jerseys, women in hockey management and operations, and the All-Canadian division. For the first time in a long time,...

Episode 85: Shooting the Poop w/ Anson - Bag of Pucks Podcast from 2020-11-09T14:00

Another slow week in the NHL news cycle means we bring in Anson and just shoot the "poop" for an hour straight. We debate about who's the better player, what the Lightning should do with their R...

Episode 84: End of an Era - Bag of Pucks Podcast from 2020-10-26T00:09:45

In this topsy-turvy episode, the boys throw passive-aggressive jabs at one another, agree with each other for the first time on an opinion, and it's Geoffrey who comes out with not one but two h...

Episode 83: Bandwagon Fans - Bag of Pucks Podcast from 2020-10-19T13:00

More offseason guests!!! Daniel returns and we bring in a certain Senators fans to talk about how their favourite team's offseason is going, plus a smattering of other teams around the NHL. We f...

Episode 82: Guest Hosts Gone Wild - Bag of Pucks Podcast from 2020-10-12T21:43:06

Alson and special guest hosts Anson and Daniel try to unwrap the first couple hours of a weird first day of NHL free agency.

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Episode 81: Champions* - Bag of Pucks Podcast from 2020-10-04T19:44:12

We have a Stanley Cup champion*!!! Alson and Geoffrey celebrate the end of the Stanley Cup Playoffs (in an appropriate manner compared to the Lightning) and talk about the busy and overloaded go...

Episode 80: Nuts and Bolts - Bag of Pucks Podcast from 2020-09-29T00:40:05

In this Alson-prepped episode, we talk about the rumour of rampant CBD gummy use in the NHL bubbles, the Stanley Cup Finals, and a couple of recent NHL transactions. Some were worth cheering for...

Episode 79: B for Bettman - Bag of Pucks Podcast from 2020-09-21T14:00

Is Bettman the best commissioner ever??? Alson and Geoffrey debate what grade he should get for his work (hint: it's in the title), plus a quick preview of the Stanley Cup Finals and whatever th...

Episode 78: JackPacks - Bag of Pucks Podcast from 2020-09-12T16:08:26

Our favourite Twitter account (other than ours) is back at it again!!! Listen as we discuss what Mr. M's biggest fan is up to now. Plus, some extra news from across the pond in Helsinki.  Listen

Episode 77: RAW - Bag of Pucks Podcast from 2020-09-06T21:39:29

In this pre-recorded, long-weekend episode, we discuss about the Jokerit-Minsk controversy in the KHL and the curious Canadiens-Blues trade. Plus, we try to talk about the playoffs knowing that ...

Episode 76: Black Lives Matter - Bag of Pucks Podcast from 2020-08-31T23:30:35

Black Lives Matter. Follow us on Twitter here: https://www.twitter.com/BOP_pod Follow us on Spotify here: https://open.spotify.com/show/2ib3yq4quqK62RAC6465es --- Support this podcast: Listen

Episode 75: One Die Two Dice - Bag of Pucks Podcast from 2020-08-24T13:00

We seem to be getting better at our predictions so why not give it another shot for Round 2??? Plus, Alson interjects throughout the podcast about news of changes within the Washington Capitals ...

Episode 74: Florida Vacancy - Bag of Pucks Podcast from 2020-08-15T20:44:08

Why do we keep making predictions when we all know they're going to be wrong??? Well, we tried to give some rationale for our picks (not like it'll change anything), plus we discuss why the Pant...

Episode 73: Qualifier Wrap-Up - Bag of Pucks Podcast from 2020-08-10T23:50:35

We do our best to wrap up a chaotic qualifying round, purposely not talk about the round robin games, and discuss what's next for phase 2 of the draft lottery. 

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Episode 72: Team Effort - Bag of Pucks Podcast from 2020-08-01T16:45:44

It takes a village to raise a child, and a couple of friends to record a podcast. Geoffrey and Alson invite back their loser friends to talk about John Chayka and our way too early impressions f...

Episode 71: Western Play-In - Bag of Pucks Podcast from 2020-07-28T21:50:27

The Kraken has been released!!! We talk about the NHL's newest franchise and finish our predictions for the Western Conference play-in. Get ready for some WILD predictions!!!

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Episode 70: Eastern Play-in - Bag of Pucks Podcast from 2020-07-20T19:46:34

We continue our series of play-in predictions with the Eastern matchups as we get closer and closer to the return of the NHL. Plus, we talk about some petty news against Geoffrey's beloved Toron...

Episode 69: Dressing Room Problems - Bag of Pucks Podcast from 2020-07-13T13:44:32

Geoffrey and Alson come up with random trivial problems that the NHL might have with the release of the play-in schedule and listen to Alson fan-girl over Gary Bettman's leadership and success. ...

Episode 68: Friends of Losers - Bag of Pucks Podcast from 2020-07-06T23:51:29

What happens when you get a Leafs fan, a Kings fan, a Red Wings fan, and a sleeper Blue Jackets fan all in one podcast? Find out in this week's episode of the Bag of Pucks Podcast. 

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Episode 67: Team E - Bag of Pucks Podcast from 2020-06-29T13:00

WE CALLED IT!!!!! Our favourite team wins the draft lottery so we have to talk about all the chaos that unfolded last Friday. Plus, some talk about hub cities, HHOF inductees, and part 1 of rant...

Episode 66: Cleaning House - Bag of Pucks Podcast from 2020-06-22T21:18:23

Another episode where we discuss COVID and the NHL. Plus, we talk about the decision to clean house in Buffalo (which Alson and Geoffrey were both partially right about from last episode). ...

Episode 65: Geography with Geo - Bag of Pucks Podcast from 2020-06-15T19:55:07

Another episode, another Melnyk rant from Alson. Plus, we finish off the last three non-play-in teams in the Atlantic and discuss their plans for the summer. 

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Episode 64: For the Record - Bag of Pucks Podcast from 2020-06-09T01:18:50

At the beginning of this episode, Alson and Geoffrey make a statement about the current state of affairs in the world. 

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Episode 63: Bad Quality, Great Content - Bag of Pucks Podcast from 2020-06-01T21:32:45

Geoffrey does his best to explain to Alson what the NHL's plan for return to play but they end up just getting more confused and talk about other things happening around hockey. 

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Episode 62: Return to Play - Bag of Pucks Podcast from 2020-05-24T22:18:37

This episode is all about the proposed return to play for the NHL. We chat about potential problems with the formats, what else needs to be in place for hockey to return, and whether we would go...

Episode 62: Return to Play (May 23, 2020) from 2020-05-24T22:18:37

This episode is all about the proposed return to play for the NHL. We chat about potential problems with the formats, what else needs to be in place for hockey to return, and whether we would go...

Episode 61: Labour Relations - Bag of Pucks Podcast from 2020-05-19T16:01:27

In this episode, we explore the different labour-related problems affecting the CHL and the NWHL. Plus, we finally reveal ourselves (partially...)

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Episode 61: Labour Relations (May 18, 2020) from 2020-05-19T16:01:27

In this episode, we explore the different labour-related problems affecting the CHL and the NWHL. Plus, we finally reveal ourselves (partially...)

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Episode 60: Content Creator - Bag of Pucks Podcast from 2020-05-13T16:00

A special mid-week episode to compensate for our short episode last week. We have a therapy lesson for Alson with the departure of Mike Futa from the Kings organization and start a new segment, ...

Episode 60: Content Creator (May 11, 2020) from 2020-05-13T16:00

A special mid-week episode to compensate for our short episode last week. We have a therapy lesson for Alson with the departure of Mike Futa from the Kings organization and start a new segment, ...

Episode 59: Mother Russia vs Swedish Elites - Bag of Pucks Podcast from 2020-05-09T01:36:47

In this short episode, we discuss Brendan Leipsic's contract termination and debate whether the KHL or the SHL is the second-best league in the world. 

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Episode 59: Mother Russia vs Swedish Elites (May 8, 2020) from 2020-05-09T01:36:47

In this short episode, we discuss Brendan Leipsic's contract termination and debate whether the KHL or the SHL is the second-best league in the world. 

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Episode 58: Hating on Redrafts - Bag of Pucks Podcast from 2020-05-04T14:46:45

Catching up on some news in Chicago and Carolina, we gibber-gabber about random news topics around the NHL. We end off the episode by tearing apart NHL.com's 2011 redraft, where it seems recency...

Episode 58: Hating on Redrafts (May 2, 2020) from 2020-05-04T14:46:45

Catching up on some news in Chicago and Carolina, we gibber-gabber about random news topics around the NHL. We end off the episode by tearing apart NHL.com's 2011 redraft, where it seems recency...

Episode 57: Singing and Washing - Bag of Pucks Podcast from 2020-04-26T21:35:29

The last episode of our compliance buyout series sees us look at some Metropolitan teams and who might be candidates for buyouts. Plus, Alson suffers from Trivia Trauma as we attempt questions f...

Episode 57: Singing and Washing (April 25, 2020) from 2020-04-26T21:35:29

The last episode of our compliance buyout series sees us look at some Metropolitan teams and who might be candidates for buyouts. Plus, Alson suffers from Trivia Trauma as we attempt questions f...

Episode 56: Bye-foog-lee-in - Bag of Pucks Podcast from 2020-04-18T15:47:51

Time to head out east and talk about the Atlantic division teams and who they might buy out. SPOILER: it wasn't easy...

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Episode 56: Bye-foog-lee-in (April 17, 2020) from 2020-04-18T15:47:51

Time to head out east and talk about the Atlantic division teams and who they might buy out. SPOILER: it wasn't easy...

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Episode 55: Pacific Road Trip - Bag of Pucks Podcast from 2020-04-12T18:25:55

Part 2 of our compliance buyout miniseries sees us take a road trip along the West coast and the Pacific division teams. And like with any road trip, there are arguments, controversial takes, an...

Episode 55: Pacific Road Trip (April 11, 2020) from 2020-04-12T18:25:55

Part 2 of our compliance buyout miniseries sees us take a road trip along the West coast and the Pacific division teams. And like with any road trip, there are arguments, controversial takes, an...

Episode 54: Buyouts: Central Edition - Bag of Pucks Podcast from 2020-04-08T20:47:38

In our first episode of our compliance buyout mini-series, we put on our GM hats and discuss who we would and would not buyout for some Central division teams. This is all hypothetical as we sti...

Episode 54: Buyouts: Central Edition (April 5, 2020) from 2020-04-08T20:47:38

In our first episode of our compliance buyout mini-series, we put on our GM hats and discuss who we would and would not buyout for some Central division teams. This is all hypothetical as we sti...

Episode 53: Belarus - Bag of Pucks Podcast from 2020-03-30T04:01:04

How long can we talk about the Belarusian Extraleague? Turns out, pretty long when that's the only live hockey played in the world right now. Plus, we talk about our suggestions for how to end t...

Episode 53: Belarus (March 29, 2020) from 2020-03-30T04:01:04

How long can we talk about the Belarusian Extraleague? Turns out, pretty long when that's the only live hockey played in the world right now. Plus, we talk about our suggestions for how to end t...

Episode 52: Loyal and Lazy - Bag of Pucks Podcast from 2020-03-23T17:06:39

In light of Tom Brady going to the Bucs (sorry for those who don't know football), we chat about hockey players that look weird wearing the wrong jersey. And in typical Bag of Pucks fashion, we ...

Episode 52: Loyal and Lazy (March 22, 2020) from 2020-03-23T17:06:39

In light of Tom Brady going to the Bucs (sorry for those who don't know football), we chat about hockey players that look weird wearing the wrong jersey. And in typical Bag of Pucks fashion, we ...

Episode 51: COVID Fatigue - Bag of Pucks Podcast from 2020-03-16T19:19:15

Are you tired with people talking about COVID-19? We sure are!!! Still, we address how coronavirus is affecting the sports world and our podcast, plus we brainstorm possible sports that we can s...

Episode 51: COVID Fatigue (March 15, 2020) from 2020-03-16T19:19:15

Are you tired with people talking about COVID-19? We sure are!!! Still, we address how coronavirus is affecting the sports world and our podcast, plus we brainstorm possible sports that we can s...

Episode 50: Baby Boomer - Bag of Pucks Podcast from 2020-03-08T17:50:43

We turn 50 (episodes old)!!! Alson gets to go off on the Senators again and we talk about what's next for two teams also turning 50 this year, albeit 50 years instead of 50 episodes...

Episode 50: Baby Boomer (March 6, 2020) from 2020-03-08T17:50:43

We turn 50 (episodes old)!!! Alson gets to go off on the Senators again and we talk about what's next for two teams also turning 50 this year, albeit 50 years instead of 50 episodes...

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Episode 49: Trade Deadline Recap - Bag of Pucks Podcast from 2020-03-03T20:50:35

Part 2 of our 2020 NHL trade deadline recap. A busy trade deadline means our longest episode ever as we run through every deal and pick our winner and loser of the trade deadline (plus, we have ...

Episode 49: Trade Deadline Recap (March 1, 2020) from 2020-03-03T20:50:35

Part 2 of our 2020 NHL trade deadline recap. A busy trade deadline means our longest episode ever as we run through every deal and pick our winner and loser of the trade deadline (plus, we have ...

Episode 48: The Last 48 - Bag of Pucks Podcast from 2020-02-22T19:26:34

With 48 hours to go before the 2020 NHL trade deadline, we discuss the trades completed already and debate which ones will have the most impact in the playoffs. 

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Episode 48: The Last 48 (February 22, 2020) from 2020-02-22T19:26:34

With 48 hours to go before the 2020 NHL trade deadline, we discuss the trades completed already and debate which ones will have the most impact in the playoffs. 

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Episode 47: Bad Timing - Bag of Pucks Podcast from 2020-02-17T16:46:06

Timing is everything, and when the timing isn't perfect, things don't always work so well. In this week's episode, we talk about the poor timings of the Stadium Series, Bruce Boudreau's firing, ...

Episode 47: Bad Timing (February 15, 2020) from 2020-02-17T16:46:06

Timing is everything, and when the timing isn't perfect, things don't always work so well. In this week's episode, we talk about the poor timings of the Stadium Series, Bruce Boudreau's firing, ...

Episode 46: Goaldigger - Bag of Pucks Podcast from 2020-02-08T22:15:45

WE CAN FINALLY DISCUSS SOMETHING INVOLVING THE KINGS AND THE LEAFS!!! Listen as Alson tries to talk Geoffrey away from the Leafs going for the retool plus some more hockey card unpackings. ...

Episode 46: Goaldigger (February 7, 2020) from 2020-02-08T22:15:45

WE CAN FINALLY DISCUSS SOMETHING INVOLVING THE KINGS AND THE LEAFS!!! Listen as Alson tries to talk Geoffrey away from the Leafs going for the retool plus some more hockey card unpackings. ...

Episode 45: Rivalry - Bag of Pucks Podcast from 2020-02-05T17:45:48

In this week's episode, we talk about the Battle of Alberta and debate whether rivalries are overrated. Plus, we check in on a couple of Pacific Division teams in the Sharks and Coyotes.

Episode 45: Rivalry (February 1, 2020) from 2020-02-05T17:45:48

In this week's episode, we talk about the Battle of Alberta and debate whether rivalries are overrated. Plus, we check in on a couple of Pacific Division teams in the Sharks and Coyotes.

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Episode 44: All-Star - Bag of Pucks Podcast from 2020-01-30T11:26:54

After NOT watching the All-Star game, Geoffrey and Alson reflect on this past NHL All-Star weekend. Plus, we take a break from 20 Questions, but that doesn't mean we don't play a little trivia.....

Episode 44: All-Star (January 28, 2020) from 2020-01-30T11:26:54

After NOT watching the All-Star game, Geoffrey and Alson reflect on this past NHL All-Star weekend. Plus, we take a break from 20 Questions, but that doesn't mean we don't play a little trivia.....

Episode 43: Carousel - Bag of Pucks Podcast from 2020-01-19T00:13:22

In this week's episode, we discuss the coaching carousel going on in the NHL and whether any teams might get the St. Louis Blues coaching change effect. 

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Episode 43: Carousel (January 17, 2020) from 2020-01-19T00:13:22

In this week's episode, we discuss the coaching carousel going on in the NHL and whether any teams might get the St. Louis Blues coaching change effect. 

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Episode 42: Rambles - Bag of Pucks Podcast from 2020-01-13T23:00

Alson and Geoffrey ramble on about news around the world of hockey, plus a special edition of Name That Player. Can you name the two players who led the NHL in fights during the 2011-2012 season...

Episode 42: Rambles (January 11, 2020) from 2020-01-13T23:00

Alson and Geoffrey ramble on about news around the world of hockey, plus a special edition of Name That Player. Can you name the two players who led the NHL in fights during the 2011-2012 season...

Episode 41: The WORST - Bag of Pucks Podcast from 2020-01-13T01:00

You've seen all the "Best of the Decade"; the Bag of Pucks Podcast gives you the Worst of the Decade. We may or may not have been watching the World Juniors Final while we were recording so a co...

Episode 41: The WORST (January 5th, 2020) from 2020-01-13T01:00

You've seen all the "Best of the Decade"; the Bag of Pucks Podcast gives you the Worst of the Decade. We may or may not have been watching the World Juniors Final while we were recording so a co...

Episode 40: Holiday Special - Bag of Pucks Podcast from 2019-12-24T17:19:48

Just in time for the winter holidays, Geoffrey and Alson do a deep dive into some draft analysis and share some interesting trends they've found. Amazing what happens when you actually do resear...

Episode 40: Holiday Special (December 21, 2019) from 2019-12-24T17:19:48

Just in time for the winter holidays, Geoffrey and Alson do a deep dive into some draft analysis and share some interesting trends they've found. Amazing what happens when you actually do research ...

Episode 39: Deck the Halls - Bag of Pucks Podcast from 2019-12-16T16:19:29

The sexy dark-horse pick for the playoffs now looks like the sexy dark-horse pick for the draft lottery. Geoffrey and Alson help out GM Ray Shero with some potential deals for his upcoming free ...

Episode 39: Deck the Halls (December 7, 2021) from 2019-12-16T16:19:29

The sexy dark-horse pick for the playoffs now looks like the sexy dark-horse pick for the draft lottery. Geoffrey and Alson help out GM Ray Shero with some potential deals for his upcoming free age...

Episode 38: Being Thankful - Bag of Pucks Podcast from 2019-12-04T15:37:50

Getting in on the celebrations of American Thanksgiving (albeit a bit late), we look at players around the league that teams are thankful that they have signed them for under $2 million dollars ...

Episode 38: Being Thankful (December 1, 2019) from 2019-12-04T15:37:50

Getting in on the celebrations of American Thanksgiving (albeit a bit late), we look at players around the league that teams are thankful that they have signed them for under $2 million dollars thi...

Episode 37: Etiquette - Bag of Pucks Podcast from 2019-11-25T04:14:47

This week, we talk about the unwritten rules of fighting and fighting etiquette, plus we finally address the elephant in the room. Also, we cover tidbits from the Predators, Wild, Flames, Red Wi...

Episode 37: Etiquette (November 23, 2019) from 2019-11-25T04:14:47

This week, we talk about the unwritten rules of fighting and fighting etiquette, plus we finally address the elephant in the room. Also, we cover tidbits from the Predators, Wild, Flames, Red Wings...

Episode 36: Cherry - Bag of Pucks Podcast from 2019-11-16T17:34:56

In a slow week in hockey, we have nothing to discuss...NOT!!! We talk all about the Don Cherry news, then follow up on tidbits on Kaapo Kakko, Jamie, Benn, and Connor McDavid. 

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Episode 36: Cherry (November 15, 2019) from 2019-11-16T17:34:56

In a slow week in hockey, we have nothing to discuss...NOT!!! We talk all about the Don Cherry news, then follow up on tidbits on Kaapo Kakko, Jamie, Benn, and Connor McDavid.  Follow us on Twitter...

Episode 35: Load Management - Bag of Pucks Podcast from 2019-11-11T10:04:49

In this episode, the boys discuss the responses from the ESPN NHL Player Confidential poll and the potential for load management in the NHL. We end off the episode with a nice round of trivia fr...

Episode 35: Load Management (November 9, 2019) from 2019-11-11T10:04:49

In this episode, the boys discuss the responses from the ESPN NHL Player Confidential poll and the potential for load management in the NHL. We end off the episode with a nice round of trivia from ...

Episode 34: Connoisseur of Cheapness - Bag of Pucks Podcast from 2019-11-03T00:58:40

Have an owner that doesn't want to spend money? The Connoisseur of Cheapness will teach you how to build a 2019-2020 team where you spend up to the cap but your owner spends below the cap floor....

Episode 34: Connoisseur of Cheapness (November 2, 2019) from 2019-11-03T00:58:40

Have an owner that doesn't want to spend money? The Connoisseur of Cheapness will teach you how to build a 2019-2020 team where you spend up to the cap but your owner spends below the cap floor. We...

Episode 33: Dr. Alson Frankenstein - Bag of Pucks Podcast from 2019-10-30T11:26:39

What originally was supposed to be a Halloween-themed episode turns into a cap-circumventing hot take that we spend way too much time on. Hope you enjoy this treat!

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Episode 33: Dr. Alson Frankenstein (October 26, 2019) from 2019-10-30T11:26:39

What originally was supposed to be a Halloween-themed episode turns into a cap-circumventing hot take that we spend way too much time on. Hope you enjoy this treat! Follow us on Twitter here: https...

Episode 32: Ripping Packs - Bag of Pucks Podcast from 2019-10-20T15:45:48

Nothing brings back the past like a good old-fashioned pack opening without the hassle of opening up our PS4. A bonus pack opening at the end plus Alson can't stop laughing. 

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Episode 32: Ripping Packs (October 18, 2019) from 2019-10-20T15:45:48

Nothing brings back the past like a good old-fashioned pack opening without the hassle of opening up our PS4. A bonus pack opening at the end plus Alson can't stop laughing.  Follow us on Twitter h...

Episode 31: 31 HOT TAKES - Bag of Pucks Podcast from 2019-10-13T14:07:55

Grab a cup of milk before you listen to our spicy hot takes for each of the 31 teams. Might also want to grab a garbage bag because some of the takes are pretty bad as well...

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Episode 31: 31 HOT TAKES (October 11, 2019) from 2019-10-13T14:07:55

Grab a cup of milk before you listen to our spicy hot takes for each of the 31 teams. Might also want to grab a garbage bag because some of the takes are pretty bad as well... Follow us on Twitter ...

Episode 30: Season of Firsts - Bag of Pucks Podcast from 2019-10-06T14:10:28

Even though the season has started already, it's never too late for the Bag of Pucks boys to make a season preview episode. We predict some unconventional "firsts" and watch as Geoffrey royally ...

Episode 30: Season of Firsts (October 5, 2019) from 2019-10-06T14:10:28

Even though the season has started already, it's never too late for the Bag of Pucks boys to make a season preview episode. We predict some unconventional "firsts" and watch as Geoffrey royally scr...

Episode 29: Sleeper - Bag of Pucks Podcast from 2019-09-27T22:10

Need fantasy help and need advice? Listen to Alson and Geoffrey give good (and bad) pointers on how to do well for your upcoming fantasy hockey draft. Unfortunately, we have a 50% satisfaction g...

Episode 29: Sleeper (September 26, 2019) from 2019-09-27T22:10

Need fantasy help and need advice? Listen to Alson and Geoffrey give good (and bad) pointers on how to do well for your upcoming fantasy hockey draft. Unfortunately, we have a 50% satisfaction guar...

Episode 28: The PEG - Bag of Pucks Podcast from 2019-09-21T17:45:36

A square Winnipeg in a round Stanley Cup hole. We talk about the latest news coming out of "the 'Peg" and some possible muy caliente solutions to solve their Big Buff-sized problem.&nbs...

Episode 28: The PEG (September 20, 2019) from 2019-09-21T17:45:36

A square Winnipeg in a round Stanley Cup hole. We talk about the latest news coming out of "the 'Peg" and some possible muy caliente solutions to solve their Big Buff-sized problem.  Follow us on T...

Episode 27: The Marnerfly Effect - Bag of Pucks Podcast from 2019-09-17T17:39:53

In a summer where Mitch Marner has dominated hockey news, it's hard to find something else to talk about now that he's signed. So..........we talk about Mitch Marner because we don't know about ...

Episode 27: The Marnerfly Effect (September 14, 2019) from 2019-09-17T17:39:53

In a summer where Mitch Marner has dominated hockey news, it's hard to find something else to talk about now that he's signed. So..........we talk about Mitch Marner because we don't know about any...

Episode 26: A Star is Born - Bag of Pucks Podcast from 2019-09-08T17:11:10

In this episode, we ramble on about quirky news in the hockey world and prevent Alson's ego from reaching even higher heights. 

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Episode 26: A Star is Born (September 6, 2019) from 2019-09-08T17:11:10

In this episode, we ramble on about quirky news in the hockey world and prevent Alson's ego from reaching even higher heights.  Follow us on Twitter here: https://www.twitter.com/BOP_pod Follow us ...

Episode 25: Dog Days of Summer / Season Premiere - Bag of Pucks Podcast from 2019-09-01T15:39:45

Though the NHL season doesn't start for another month, Season 1 begins for the Bag of Pucks Podcast. Just another content-filled episode where nothing flows, we don't do any prep, and we go off-...

Episode 25: Dog Days of Summer / Season Premiere (August 30, 2019) from 2019-09-01T15:39:45

Though the NHL season doesn't start for another month, Season 1 begins for the Bag of Pucks Podcast. Just another content-filled episode where nothing flows, we don't do any prep, and we go off-top...

Episode 24: The End??? - Bag of Pucks Podcast from 2019-08-27T22:37:58

Another late uploaded episode...is this the end of the Bag of Pucks???

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Episode 24: The End??? (August 25, 2019) from 2019-08-27T22:37:58

Another late uploaded episode...is this the end of the Bag of Pucks??? Follow us on Twitter here: https://www.twitter.com/BOP_pod  Follow us on Spotify here: https://open.spotify.com/show/2ib3yq4qu...

Episode 23: World Cup of Money - Bag of Pucks Podcast from 2019-08-18T17:33:31

If you want to listen to a 6 minute long, profanity-filled rant, has Alson got something for you this week. We chat about the probability of the World Cup of Hockey in 2021 and how the NHL could...

Episode 23: World Cup of Money (August 17, 2019) from 2019-08-18T17:33:31

If you want to listen to a 6 minute long, profanity-filled rant, has Alson got something for you this week. We chat about the probability of the World Cup of Hockey in 2021 and how the NHL could be...

Episode 22: Sidekick - Bag of Pucks Podcast from 2019-08-04T00:29:01

In this episode, we look at Jesse Puljujarvi's debatable hot take and whether one of the most accomplished sidekicks ever to play deserves a spot in the Hockey Hall of Fame. 

Fol...

Episode 22: Sidekick (August 2, 2019) from 2019-08-04T00:29:01

In this episode, we look at Jesse Puljujarvi's debatable hot take and whether one of the most accomplished sidekicks ever to play deserves a spot in the Hockey Hall of Fame.  Follow us on Twitter h...

Episode 21: RUSSISSONS - Bag of Pucks Podcast from 2019-07-29T00:56:20

We go controversial this week with Alson disagreeing with one of the arguably most team-friendly deal signed this summer and Geoffrey pulls a conspiracy out of nowhere. 

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Episode 21: RUSSISSONS (July 27, 2019) from 2019-07-29T00:56:20

We go controversial this week with Alson disagreeing with one of the arguably most team-friendly deal signed this summer and Geoffrey pulls a conspiracy out of nowhere.  Follow us on Twitter here: ...

Episode 20: Backwater Joint - Bag of Pucks Podcast from 2019-07-21T21:35:01

Chaos ensues when two Alberta teams make a trade and the Sens are showing us how to be great at budgeting your money. 

BONUS: If you wanna hear a bad Don Cherry impersonation, Al...

Episode 20: Backwater Joint (July 20, 2019) from 2019-07-21T21:35:01

Chaos ensues when two Alberta teams make a trade and the Sens are showing us how to be great at budgeting your money.  BONUS: If you wanna hear a bad Don Cherry impersonation, Alson will give you t...

Episode 19: Arbitration All-Star Team - Bag of Pucks Podcast from 2019-07-14T10:25:34

In this week's episode, we form our starting lineup of players going into salary arbitration this summer. Not every player is a household name but we  look at some interesting cases and pla...

Episode 19: Arbitration All-Star Team (July 13, 2019) from 2019-07-14T10:25:34

In this week's episode, we form our starting lineup of players going into salary arbitration this summer. Not every player is a household name but we  look at some interesting cases and players tha...

Episode 18: FRENZY!!! - Bag of Pucks Podcast from 2019-07-02T23:16:40

The boys (attempt to) recap a very busy Canada Day and NHL free agent frenzy. Forgive us for missing your team's most important signing or your favourite player moving to another team but we cou...

Episode 18: FRENZY!!! (July 1, 2019) from 2019-07-02T23:16:40

The boys (attempt to) recap a very busy Canada Day and NHL free agent frenzy. Forgive us for missing your team's most important signing or your favourite player moving to another team but we couldn...

Episode 17: Canadian RFA Primer - Bag of Pucks Podcast from 2019-06-21T19:02:24

This week, we pick one RFA from each of the 7 Canadian teams (sorry, American listeners) and discuss what type of contracts we might see them signing. Also, more shit talking of the Senators and...

Episode 17: Canadian RFA Primer (June 20, 2019) from 2019-06-21T19:02:24

This week, we pick one RFA from each of the 7 Canadian teams (sorry, American listeners) and discuss what type of contracts we might see them signing. Also, more shit talking of the Senators and Oi...

Episode 16: Bit by bit - Bag of Pucks Podcast from 2019-06-17T05:15:04

Post-Stanley Cup Final reactions, recent hockey moves, and a free agent prediction. A true bag of pucks episode where there's no flow and we talk about anything and everything

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Episode 16: Bit by bit (June 15, 2019) from 2019-06-17T05:15:04

Post-Stanley Cup Final reactions, recent hockey moves, and a free agent prediction. A true bag of pucks episode where there's no flow and we talk about anything and everything Follow us on Twitter ...

Episode 15: Ohana - Bag of Pucks Podcast from 2019-06-09T02:26:53

Ohana means family. - Lilo and Stitch. In this week's episode (perhaps the last one of the NHL season), we discuss how family may affect hockey decisions and the futures for Patrick Mar...

Episode 15: Ohana (June 7, 2019) from 2019-06-09T02:26:53

Ohana means family. - Lilo and Stitch. In this week's episode (perhaps the last one of the NHL season), we discuss how family may affect hockey decisions and the futures for Patrick Marleau, Erik K...

Episode 14: OFFER SHEEEEETS - Bag of Pucks Podcast from 2019-06-02T03:07:54

The rare and mythical offer sheet. No one has seen one in over 12 years but could this be the year where we finally see it again? The boys search the NHL for the most likely (and one outrageous)...

Episode 14: OFFER SHEEEEETS (May 31, 2019) from 2019-06-02T03:07:54

The rare and mythical offer sheet. No one has seen one in over 12 years but could this be the year where we finally see it again? The boys search the NHL for the most likely (and one outrageous) ca...

Episode 13: Stanley Cup Preview - Bag of Pucks Podcast from 2019-05-27T10:18:43

The Stanley Cup Final is here! The boys breakdown the matchup between the Bruins and the Blues and make some WILD predictions while trying to stay on topic for longer than 2 minutes. Also, a lit...

Episode 13: Stanley Cup Preview (May 25, 2019) from 2019-05-27T10:18:43

The Stanley Cup Final is here! The boys breakdown the matchup between the Bruins and the Blues and make some WILD predictions while trying to stay on topic for longer than 2 minutes. Also, a little...

Episode 12: No Replays vs VAR - Bag of Pucks Podcast from 2019-05-19T16:32:15

In this short and sweet episode, the boys argue over the need for video review/instant replay and question the hand pass rule. Also, we discover if Geoffrey is actually a Bruins bandwagoner or n...

Episode 12: No Replays vs VAR (May 18, 2019) from 2019-05-19T16:32:15

In this short and sweet episode, the boys argue over the need for video review/instant replay and question the hand pass rule. Also, we discover if Geoffrey is actually a Bruins bandwagoner or not....

Episode 11: We're BACK!!! - Bag of Pucks Podcast from 2019-05-13T01:43:38

We're BACK!!!!!!! The boys are all over the place this episode, catching up on hockey news over the last two weeks and ranting about pointless hockey things (mainly Alson). We have a little bit ...

Episode 11: We're BACK!!! (May 11, 2019) from 2019-05-13T01:43:38

We're BACK!!!!!!! The boys are all over the place this episode, catching up on hockey news over the last two weeks and ranting about pointless hockey things (mainly Alson). We have a little bit of ...

Episode 10: TRUCULENCE - Bag of Pucks Podcast from 2019-04-27T14:53:24

The guys are combining two of Alson's favourite things; Truculence and NHL Drafting.  In a special episode before they take a one week break, they draft like they've never drafted before. T...

Episode 10: TRUCULENCE (April 25, 2019) from 2019-04-27T14:53:24

The guys are combining two of Alson's favourite things; Truculence and NHL Drafting.  In a special episode before they take a one week break, they draft like they've never drafted before. The guys ...

Episode 9: Bob The Builder - Bag of Pucks Podcast from 2019-04-21T17:37:18

On this episode of the Bag of Pucks podcast, the guys put on their Bob The Builder caps and try to plan a renovation! The renovation project? The President Trophy winning Tampa Bay Lightning. Ho...

Episode 9: Bob The Builder (April 20, 2019) from 2019-04-21T17:37:18

On this episode of the Bag of Pucks podcast, the guys put on their Bob The Builder caps and try to plan a renovation! The renovation project? The President Trophy winning Tampa Bay Lightning. How d...

Episode 8: Craazzy 8s - Bag of Pucks Podcast from 2019-04-16T15:34:38

An episode less than an hour long??? In this episode of the Bag of Pucks Podcast, the boys dive into the stats world to find the most obscure stats in each playoff series involving the number of...

Episode 8: Craazzy 8s (April 14, 2019) from 2019-04-16T15:34:38

An episode less than an hour long??? In this episode of the Bag of Pucks Podcast, the boys dive into the stats world to find the most obscure stats in each playoff series involving the number of 8....

Episode 7: Lucky Number 7 - Bag of Pucks Podcast from 2019-04-09T00:16:36

In this episode of  the Bag of Pucks Podcast, the guys talk luck. They place way too much weighting on PDO and other fancy stats, while Alson learns how bad his idea of stats are. Is Patric...

Episode 7: Lucky Number 7 (April 7, 2019) from 2019-04-09T00:16:36

In this episode of  the Bag of Pucks Podcast, the guys talk luck. They place way too much weighting on PDO and other fancy stats, while Alson learns how bad his idea of stats are. Is Patrick Laine ...

Episode 6: Fortune Tellers - Bag of Pucks Podcast from 2019-03-30T21:28:45

In this episode of the Bag of Pucks Podcast, the guys look into their Crystal Ball. They discuss who will be making the Team Canada World Championship roster, as per usual, come up with some TER...

Episode 6: Fortune Tellers (March 29, 2019) from 2019-03-30T21:28:45

In this episode of the Bag of Pucks Podcast, the guys look into their Crystal Ball. They discuss who will be making the Team Canada World Championship roster, as per usual, come up with some TERRIB...

Episode 5: Look Ma We Have Friends! - Bag of Pucks Podcast from 2019-03-25T16:07:29

In this episode, the guys bring in a guest. Extra people equal extra shenanigans! They also talk about the Leafs, and Alson has a terrible hot take about Kyle Dubas. Is Garret Sparks the future ...

Episode 5: Look Ma We Have Friends! (March 22, 2019) from 2019-03-25T16:07:29

In this episode, the guys bring in a guest. Extra people equal extra shenanigans! They also talk about the Leafs, and Alson has a terrible hot take about Kyle Dubas. Is Garret Sparks the future bac...

Episode 4: Pierre Dorion Is A Wizard - Bag of Pucks Podcast from 2019-03-19T01:15:04

In this episode the guys try to spit some hot takes. They discuss how the Senators may have made a smart move by giving up the 2019 1st instead of the 2018 1st.  Alson also realizes he's te...

Episode 4: Pierre Dorion Is A Wizard - (March 15, 2019) from 2019-03-19T01:15:04

In this episode the guys try to spit some hot takes. They discuss how the Senators may have made a smart move by giving up the 2019 1st instead of the 2018 1st.  Alson also realizes he's terrible w...

Episode 3: Commissioner Geoffrey Bettman?? - Bag of Pucks Podcast from 2019-03-10T16:15:12

If you could be Gary Bettman, what rule changes would you make to the NHL?? Listen to us debate this week on some of our controversial rule changes we would like to see in the NHL.

Ch...

Episode 3: Commissioner Geoffrey Bettman?? (March 9, 2019) from 2019-03-10T16:15:12

If you could be Gary Bettman, what rule changes would you make to the NHL?? Listen to us debate this week on some of our controversial rule changes we would like to see in the NHL. Check us out on ...

Episode 2: Dumpster Fire - Bag of Pucks Podcast from 2019-03-04T02:36:52

We beat the dead horse known as the Senators a little further. Alson and Geoffrey go off topic, and bad puns galore.

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Episode 2: Dumpster Fire (March 2, 2019) from 2019-03-04T02:36:52

We beat the dead horse known as the Senators a little further. Alson and Geoffrey go off topic, and bad puns galore. Check us out on Twitter here: https://twitter.com/bop_pod Check us out on iTunes...

Episode 1: Trade Deadline/What Are We Doing? - Bag of Pucks Podcast from 2019-02-28T00:42:34

Our first episode! Do we really know what we're doing? Not really. But join us in our path to figure out what we're doing. Follow us on Twitter @bop_pod<...

Episode 1: Trade Deadline/What Are We Doing? (February 26, 2019) from 2019-02-28T00:42:34

Our first episode! Do we really know what we're doing? Not really. But join us in our path to figure out what we're doing. Follow us on Twitter @bop_pod! --- Support this podcast: Listen