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We’re Greg Wyshynski of ESPN, Sean "Down Goes Brown" McIndoe of The Athletic and Ryan Lambert of Yahoo Sports and this is a hockey podcast, in the sense that we talk about hockey, both on the ice and about fan culture. That’s the “puck.” This is also a podcast about movies, TV, fast food, life lessons and general idiocy. That’s the “soup.” Unless you ordered the minestrone.
The boys discuss Dougie Hamilton's potential departure from Carolina, Jack Eichel trade talk, Gerard Gallant signing with the Rangers and the Kraken's plans. Plus, breaking down the Knights vs. Habs and Islanders vs, Lightning, bad Stanley Cup commercials, Kool-Aid Man vs. Punchy, and the best and worst things to do at the beach. Sponsored by Manly…
The boys discuss that it's the Canadiens' world and we're living in it; the Lightning advance; the Avalanche struggle with the Golden Knights; Bruce Cassidy's officiating whine; what's next for the Jets and Hurricanes; yelling about the Norris Trophy; and the best and worst arena rock songs. Sponsored by Manscaped.…
The boys do a postmortem on (yet another) Toronto Maple Leafs playoffs disaster. Plus, Stanley Cup vibe check, discussing which coaches will end up where, Seth Jones will test free agency, the draft lottery and a thorough discussion on the best and worst of trail mix. Sponsored by Keeps and Brooklinen!…
The Athletic's Sean Gentille joins Sean and Ryan to talk about Gretzky to TNT, Stephen A. Smith and the Oilers, the playoffs, officiating, bad hats, and Olympic events.
The boys discuss the Stanley Cup Playoffs, including previews of the two North Division series that start this week. Plus, the Canucks' plans, Detroit's coaching decision, the Rick Tocchet derby, final NHL Awards picks, "Mare of Easttown" and a new game show involving who has and who has not won the Stanley Cup. Sponsored by Manly Bands and Manscap…
The boys discuss Jack Eichel's shocking press conference and his future with the Sabres; the Rangers firing their president, GM and coach; the Coyotes looking for a new coach; a partial playoff preview of the matchups we know about; the Rock 'N Roll Hall of Fame class; and an overrated/underrated on summer blockbusters! Sponsored by Brooklinen and …
The boys discuss the Tom Wilson incident and the aftermath, in which two of them yell at each other and one of them approaches it rationally. Plus, the Sabres transcend wins and losses, their underdog goalie, McDavid chases 100 points, the playoff races, a great convo about the top 20 sitcoms of all-time and an overrated/underrated/fav/least fav on…
The boys discuss the NHL joining Turner Sports, the end of NBC's run as a rights-holder and the whole "Charles Barkley of Hockey" thing. Plus, a debate about what the NHL needs to become to attract new fans; Connor McDavid's MVP mastery; the remaining playoff races in the season; "Mortal Kombat" and "Godzilla vs. Kong"; and another few brilliant ro…
The boys cover the Patrick Marleau games record, and discuss his Hall of Fame case, and five other records that could be broken. Plus, the best athletes we saw as prospects, Canucks start rally, Boston and Taylor Hall, playoff bubble teams we want in, NHL drops ball on statement, Super League is dead, whether Gisele bets on Tom Brady and a new game…
The boys welcome the great Rachel Doerrie to the podcast to break down every NHL trade deadline move, including the Taylor Hall and Anthony Mantha deals. Then, it's one of the best overrated/underrated's in Puck Soup history: The McDonald's menu. Sponsored by Manly Bands and Manscaped.
The boys discuss the NHL playoff races, the Canucks vs. COVID, the trade deadline and where Taylor Hall might end up, the NHL Awards Watch, the top 10 centers in the NHL and then have a spirited overrated/underrated debate about the best wrestling villains as WrestleMania arrives. Sponsored by Raycon.…
The boys break down all 30 assets on The Athletic board to get you ready for the NHL trade deadline. Plus, the Buffalo Sabres' history losing streak, Ghost Bear waived, Ekblad breaks his leg, the NHL playoff races, NFL goes to 17 games, "The Mighty Ducks: Game Changers," and the most overrated and underrated apes and lizards in honor of "Godzilla V…
The boys discuss the shocking hot mic incident that got referee Tim Peel ousted from the NHL, and look back on Wysh's infamous tequila-drinking night with the maligned official. Plus, what's wrong with the Flyers, debating the top 10 wingers, Canada's border issues, finding shrimp tails in your cereal, The Snyder Cut and the most overrated and unde…
The boys discuss Ralph Krueger getting fired in Buffalo and what comes next for the Sabres. Plus, it's the NHL Awards at the midseason point, including MVP and top coach, along with the best and worst surprises of the season so far. That plus the best "Girard" debate, ride-on mowers and a game show about the worst NHL teams of all time.…
The boys discuss the NHL's return to ESPN and what that means for Wysh. Plus a spirited debate on the Tom Wilson suspension, Darryl Sutter takes over the Flames, the latest on the Buffalo Sabres tire fire, changes to the NHL Draft rules and looking at the most overrated and underrated NHL logos!
The boys do a temperature check on the coaches' hot seats around the NHL, from the Buffalo Sabres to John Tortorella to the Canadian Division teams. Plus, a look at the NHL trade deadline big board, whether the Leafs are for real, the Wild are fun, who misses the playoffs in the East, mini-golf in Canada, the legacy of "Happy Gilmore," our most unp…
The boys discuss the firing of Claude Julien of the Canadiens, Artemi Panarin’s situation, whether Sidney Crosby is a top 5 player all-time, if the Kings are Actually Good, the Mike Babcock redemption tour, where and when Jack Eichel should be traded and the first international Game Show trade in show history with our friends in Sweden. Sponsored b…
The boys discuss the Arizona Coyotes' mess, as they threaten a reporter for doing her job. Plus, the NY Post un-cancels Tony Deangelo, the NHL's new COVID protocols, Ken Dryden's wacky idea for goalies, what the NHL should do about its draft, the Red Hot Chilli Peppers, a lightning round of hockey news and the best and worst Maple Leafs collapses. …
The boys discuss the hiring of Ron Hextall and Brian Burke in Pittsburgh, and how to fix the Penguins; the drama surrounding the Blue Jackets, from replay controversies to Mikko Koivu retiring to Patrik Laine being benched; NHL COVID worries; the Blackhawks are up again; the sad state of Bell Media; M. Night Shyamalan movies; and an epic O/U/F/LF o…
The boys discuss the Tony DeAngelo drama with the Rangers, including conspiracy theories about his demise. Plus, Tyler Toffoli owns the Canucks, Connor and Leon rule, the next Penguins GM, COVID his Devils and NWHL, Sean learns about Golden Globe movies and the return of the Puck Soup Threesomes quiz!…
The boys welcome special guest Thomas Drance from The Athletic to chew on GM Jim Rutherford leaving the Penguins, fallout from the Pierre-Luc Dubois trade, crunched Central Division schedule, West playoff race and WTF with the Canucks. Plus, NWHL vs. Barstool, Baseball Hall of Fame and the best and worst of Wayne Gretzky. Sponsored by Brooklinen an…
The boys discuss the state of the NHL, including those "smart pucks" that didn't slide; surprises and disappointments; COVID panic; Wysh's Dungeons & Dragons history; Mike Babcock's attempt at image repair; Jake Voracek drags a Philadelphia columnist on Zoom; the problem with NBA fandom, as Wysh's Nets are really good; and a spirited trip into TV n…
The boys break down the unprecedented 2020-21 NHL season, with analysis of every division and their wagers for the championship winners. Plus, NBC swaps out Mike Milbury for Mike Babcock, the NFL on Nickelodeon, hype for the new season in Canada vs. USA and much more! Sponsored by MyBookie and Raycon!…
The boys guess the over/under win totals for all 31 NHL teams in this weird season. Plus, the U.S. humbles Canada in world juniors, Garbage Can-Gate, Wysh tries golf, Pierre Luc-Dubois, the NHL sells naming rights to its divisions, Patrik Laine, a brief game show and some words about this week's assault on the Capitol. Sponsored by Brooklinen and M…
Ryan and Sean talk about if the new NHL season will actually be starting soon, how the season could look, who might win the NHL awards and they play a quick game!
The boys discussed the NHL negotiations that aren't negotiations according to Gary Bettman, sports that are either skills or sports, the Patrick Roy trade, play another edition of the $25,000 Pierre-amid and decide the most overrated and underrated Christmas movies! Sponsored by Brooklinen!
The boys are back and discussing the Reverse Retro jersey ranking, including Nordiques and Whalers legacy as well as whatever the hell the Wild Wing jersey was. Plus, a look at the NHL and NHLPA going to war over money, what the new season could look like, NCAA hockey's rough road, the perils of modern NBA fandom, changes to the draft and a great n…
The boys are reunited to talk about what the 2020-21 season could look like, including the "hub city" plan and whether the NHL will have an outdoor game; a deep dive into the 10 worst NHL contracts; whether Wysh could fraud his way to becoming an analytics guru; teams with a cap crunch; a rousing new edition of Name Pat Falloon and much more!…
Ryan and Sean talk about local broadcasters, discuss news and theories on trades and drafts, talk old guys who haven’t won the Cup, play a game of What Am I Thinking and Ryan chats with comedian John Cullen
The boys break down NHL free agency, from the winners and losers to big signings like Taylor Hall, Alex Pietrangelo and Torey Krug; the Lightning's cap crunch; the goalie carousel; the flaming ice surfacing machine; the Blackhawks' revolt; Gallagher signs; Melynk has jokes; what the NHL might do next season, including pond hockey games; and overrat…
The boys wrap up the NHL Draft, from the awkwardness to the surprises to the rookie who loves "Revenge of the Sith"; preview NHL free agency with what we'd like to see happen and what will happen; debate Oliver Ekman-Larsson; talk "NHL 21"; cover the best and worst sports movies; and play a new game show that's so simply even Wysh can (almost) figu…
The boys look at the Tampa Bay Lightning's Stanley Cup championship win over the Dallas Stars, their boat parade and subsequent super-spreader event, what's next for Dallas, Conn Smythe vote, asterisks, Jack Eichel, Lundqvist and Ryan buyouts, NHL Draft and free agent previews, Borat and the best and worst of hot wing flavors!…
The boys discuss the Stanley Cup Final between the Stars and Lightning, including the return of Steven Stamkos and the current MVP race; a wrapup of the NHL Awards voting controversies; Alex Pietrangelo's public pressure on St. Louis; Bob Boughner is hired in San Jose; the NHL's fake crowd noise vs. other sports; the top 500 albums of all-time; and…
The boys break down the Stanley Cup Final between the Dallas Stars and the Tampa Bay Lightning; say farewell to the New York Islanders and Vegas Golden Knights; talk Peter Laviolette in Washington; wonder what the Wild are actually doing; Arizona gets a new GM; Montgomery gets a second chance; and a deep dive into the best and worst Quentin Taranti…
The boys are back together for a deep dive into the Eastern and Western Conference finals, and the latest teams that were eliminated; Zdeno Chara's future; Lehner vs. Fleury; the NHL Awards travesties; Pierre is not a GM; Babcock to Washington; gender reveal party etiquette; overrated/underrated fighting games; the return of "20 Kess-tions!" and a …
The boys check in on the Stanley Cup Playoffs, including goalie controversies and Game 7 drama; the Panthers get a new GM while the Coyotes need one; Steve Nash and exceptional Canadian pro athletes; trading Patrik Laine; Todd Reirden goes home, the NHL joins racial injustice protests; what the Hockey Diversity Alliance wants; plus a fun dive into …
The boys talk about the NHL's lack of action on a night when other athletes boycotted games, especially in light of all those statements on racial injustice two months ago. Plus, Marc-Andre Fleury is back-stabbed, the Stars and Islanders are fun, Capitals fire coach, Penguins/Leafs trade, Coyotes get punished, Blues blame COVID, spicy nuggets and a…
The boys go around the Stanley Cup Playoffs, including best series, eliminated teams and Tuukka Rask's shocking departure; do some big-name free-agent shopping; talk playoff officiating; lament the latest Jack Edwards, Mike Milbury and Pierre McGuire controversies; say goodbye to Dale Hawerchuk; play another excited game of $25,000 Pierre-amid; and…
The boys discuss the NHL Draft Lottery 2.0 and the inevitable conspiracies surrounding the New York Rangers' win. Plus, Sean goes into emotional detail on the Maple Leafs' demise, our picks for the Stanley Cup Playoff quarterfinals, remembering "The Fan," and the best and worst non-George Lucas franchise Harrison Ford films.…
The boys discuss the look, sound and aesthetics of the NHL's season relaunch, from fake crowd noise to goofy NHL dad jokes to what we like and don't like about it. Plus, a series-by-series breakdown, expanding the playoffs, Draft Lottery Part 2, Matt Dumba's speech and the NHL's admirable but awkward racial activism, life in the bubble and the best…
The boys break down the Stanley Cup Playoffs, including qualification round picks and who will play for the Holy Grail at the end. Plus, John Chayka quits the Coyotes, life inside the bubbles, initial thoughts on how games look and sound in the "hub" arenas, player fights inside hotels, which NHLer will cure coronavirus and an intense debate about …
The boys discuss the new Seattle Kraken and rate the name, logo, colors and jerseys. They rank the best and worst team names in NHL history, flip out over another dumb NHL Network list, talk NHL Awards snubs, life in the bubbles and play an exciting new game show based on Cameo! Sponsored by Raycon!
The boys wrap a bow around the new Collective Bargaining Agreement and the season restart votes; discus the NHL's new controversial injury disclosure rule; mock the "recorded fan cheering" plan for games; talk Brock Boeser rumors and Dean Evason getting hired by Wild; remember Mr. Magoo; chat about streaming services and dog names; and finally, it'…
The boys discuss the new GM and head coach for the NJ Devils; break down the best and worst of new CBA; discuss "return to play" protocols and what life in the bubble might look like; Chris Pronger leaves the Panthers; the scandalous legacy of "Supermarket Sweep"; a new quiz that's initially great; and an overrated/underrated/fav/least fav on the f…
The boys discuss the utter hilarity of "Placeholder Team" winning the NHL draft lottery and rate the worthiness of each potential winner of the second lottery for the top pick. Plus, Artemi Panarin makes a statement, players vs. owners, hub cities, an awesome new quiz about NHL jersey numbers and a deep dive into the best and worst Arnold Schwarzen…
The boys look at the Hockey Hall of Fame Class of 2020, including what they got right, what they got very wrong and what we think about HOF criteria. Plus, Auston Matthews, the NHL draft lottery, Edmonton's big hub city bid and an intense discussion on ice cream toppings. Sponsored by Brooklinen!
The boys look at the blood-letting in Buffalo, as the Sabres owners fire everybody. Plus, the Hockey Hall of Fame vote, NBA vs. NHL hub cities, families in the bubble, baseball and steroids, the designated hitter in the NHL, Senators owner gets an apology, Roman Polak and an amazing Phil Kessel-inspired quiz! Sponsored by Raycon!…
The boys discuss the NHL and NHLPA announcing a training camp date that maybe they’ll hit depending on conditions; examine John Tortorella’s shift on national anthem protests; explain what went wrong with that Tyler Seguin “BLM” video; handicap the NHL Awards, including the tangled Hart Trophy vote; the latest Eugene Melnyk soap opera; an overrated…
The boys discuss the NHL reaction to the killing of George Floyd and the protests in its aftermath, from player and team statements to hypocrisy to what comes next. Plus, a really fun special event: The Ultimate Draft draft, as we build three teams restricted by which rounds players were selected. We also discuss the Ducks GM dumping on his coach a…
The boys break down every aspect of the NHL's "return to play" plan, from training centers opening to the 24-team playoff (maybe?) format to the draft lottery to the NHL Awards. They discuss the Red Wings not firing their coach and the Sabres not firing their GM; the best aspects of "Rise of Skywalker"; and play a new game show on journeyman player…
