We're Sean "Down Goes Brown" McIndoe of The Athletic and Ryan Lambert of EP Rinkside 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.
Sean and Ryan do postmortems for the eliminated teams, preview the second-round matchups, then talk coaching changes, awards, and the Coyotes’ new arena agreement. Sponsored by Mack Weldon (mackweldon.com/ps) and Trade Coffee (drinktrade.com/puck)
Sean and Ryan are recording while games are going on, and talk the Barry Trotz firing and coaching musical chairs, the various ongoing playoff series, awards voting and more. Sponsored by Athletic Greens (athleticgreens.com/puck) and Raycon (buyraycon.com/puck)
Sean and Ryan run down the results of Game 1 in every series, then talk about some potential coaching changes for non-playoff teams.
Sean and Ryan run down the latest Robin Lehner drama, what happens with teams that will miss the playoffs, rank this year’s Old Guys Without A Cup, and more.
With the regular season winding down, Sean and Ryan talk about the continuing playoff races, new/old points systems, whether deadline acquisitions have worked out, and more. Sponsored by Athletic Greens (athleticgreens.com/Puck) and Birddogs (Birddogs.com promo code Puck)
Sean and Ryan run down who they think should win all the major awards. They also talk about coaches with expiring contracts and some news and notes around the league. Plus, Sean makes a truly shocking pop-culture revelation. Sponsored by Athletic Greens (AthleticGreens.com/Puck), Mack Weldon (MackWeldon.com/PS), Betterhelp (Betterhelp.com/Puck), Su…
Sean and Ryan talk Leafs/Panthers, the Ducks/Coyotes drama, Ryan Getzlaf’s retirement, awards voting, and the Frozen Four. Sponsored by Raycon (BuyRaycon.com/Puck for 15% off) and Trade Coffee (DrinkTrade.com/Puck for $30 off your first order)
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Sean and Ryan talk about The Slap, the death of Eugene Melnyk, high-scoring games, playoff races, and the card for WrestleMania.
Sean and Ryan run down the big moves of the trade deadline.
Sean and Ryan talk about the differences between American and Canadian bowling, the trade deadline, chaos in the West, and Scott Hall.
Sean and Ryan talk about trade season heating up, changes in the standings, and awards discourse.
Sean and Ryan are compelled to talk about how the Ukraine situation is affecting the hockey world. They also discuss Chicago’s new GM, Vancouver’s plans, and more. Sponsored by Athletic Greens, Betterhelp and Sunday Lawn Care
Sean and Ryan talk potential trade targets, the Pacific Division, Martin St. Louis, and breaking old records
Sean and Ryan talk about more huge news in the NHL, where everything happened the second they stopped recording last week. They also talk Crosby at 500 goals, the Olympics, and trade rumors.
Sean and Ryan are back to discuss All-Star weekend, new GMs, the Olympics, and the Oscars. Plus a brand new game in which Sean has to guess which NHL-related NFTs are real and which are made up.
Sean and Ryan touch on the racism incidents in the minors, Canucks hires, the Flyers losing streak, Keith Yandle, the Blues, Aaron Dell, and more. Sponsored by Athletic Greens and DraftKings.
We regret to inform us that we have to talk about the Oilers again. Then we also get into Kent Hughes to Montreal, All-Star selections, Willie O’Ree, and who should buy, sell, or stand pat in the next few weeks. Sponsored by Athletic Greens and Mack Weldon.
Sean and Ryan talk Evander Kane’s contract termination, Marc Bergevin to LA, trade rumors, and more. Sponsored by Trade Coffee and Athletic Greens
Sean and Ryan talk about the NHL’s return from its extended break, high-scoring games, the Oilers’ struggles, Ovechkin’s newest record, and more. Sponsored by Raycon and Manscaped
A lot has changed in the last week, but not really. Sean and Ryan talk (again) about COVID and the Olympics, but also the Flames' arena deal and early awards favorites. Sponsored by DraftKings
Sean and Ryan run down the COVID news until Paul Maurice resigns in the middle of the show. Then they have to scramble.
Sean and Ryan discuss the changes for the Canucks and Flyers, the NHL's new program, Olympic participation, and more.
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The boys look at the total regime change in Montreal and what comes next. Plus, what's up with the Canucks, Tkachuk bitten, Marchand suspended (and pegged with the glove), looking at the playoff bubble, the Penguins are sold, how we decorate Christmas trees and the return of the Hallmark Original Holiday Movie quiz! Sponsored by Manly Bands and Tra…
It's Thanksgiving versus Tanksgiving. Sean and Ryan break down every team after the infamous U.S. Thanksgiving cut line. Sponsored by DraftKings.
The boys look at the problems with the Vancouver Canucks and how to fix them; the controversy over penalty calls in the NHL for star players; the Ducks are up and the Islanders are down; China, COVID and the Olympics; chrome helmets and bitcoin stadiums; and the best and worst sci-fi action comedies. Sponsored by Brooklinen, Mack Weldon and BetterH…
The boys explore another NHL investigation into a general manager, the continued fallout of the Blackhawks scandal and another chance for Mike Babcock to speak. Plus, the McDavid goal, the best and worst in the NHL right now, Jack Eichel arrives in Vegas, Jeremy Colliton is out, the Cole Caufield bullying and the most overrated and underrated fancy…
The boys break down all the aspects of the Jack Eichel trade, looking at how the Buffalo Sabres and Vegas Golden Knights pulled it off and what happens next. Plus, Gary Bettman's controversial press conference, whether Kevin Cheveldayoff should have resigned, the wild Pacific, Chipotle and the NHL, why salmon rule and an OUFL on chicken wings. Spon…
The boys explore the Chicago Blackhawks scandal and everything it led to, from the resignations to the emotional Kyle Beach interview to what comes next. Plus, Morgan Rielly signs, Alex Ovechkin's hot start, a look around the divisions, attendance issues in the NHL and then we lighten the mood with the most overrated and underrated zoo animals. Spo…
The boys discuss teams off to great starts (Buffalo!) and horrible starts (Chicago!) as they whip around the NHL. Plus, the Evander Kane saga's latest mess, Jack Eichel update, a rant about the salary cap, NHL dress codes, wrestling finishers during hockey fights and the most overrated, underrated, favorite and least favorite Halloween costumes.…
The boys welcome Dimitri Filipovic of EP Rinkside to discuss the first week of hockey on TNT and ESPN, from bad abbreviations to Wayne Gretzky Mania; the big contracts handed out to Charlie McAvoy, Brady Tkachuk, Nick Suzuki and others; early impressions of NHL teams; Alex Ovechkin; "Needle in a Timestack"; The MLB Guardians Project and baseball pl…
The boys break down all 32 NHL teams in their big season preview. Plus, the Robin Lehner Twitter thread that could change the NHL, the Jack Eichel drama, Evander Kane's COVID violation, the Canucks signings, the GM hot seat and they play another thrilling edition of "Who He Play For?" Sponsored by Brooklinen and Raycon!…
The boys predict point totals for all 32 NHL teams based on the preseason over/unders and preview the 2021-22 season along the way. Plus, remembering Norm MacDonald, ranking Weezer songs, killing plants, TNT hockey coverage, vaccinations in hockey and the oddity of Terminator models. Sponsored by Draft Kings, Brooklinen and Mack Weldon!…
The boys discuss the NHL going back to the Olympics (maybe), the Hurricanes signing away Jesperi Kotkaniemi in an act of vengeance, the future of Sidney Crosby and Patrice Bergeron, Pierre Dorion, David Backes, the Eichel trade talks, The Matrix and a game show that marries the MTV VMAs and the Stanley Cup Playoffs. Sponsored by Draft Kings and Man…
The boys discuss the retirement of Henrik Lundqvist and his place in hockey history; the Arizona Coyotes' latest mess; Tuukka Rask says Boston or bust; some tragic hockey news; Auston Matthews, video game cover boy (again); the Spider-Man trailer and Loki; our book recommendations; and an overrated/underrated on wrestling returns after C.M. Punk hi…
The boys and guest host Marisa Ingemi break down the Evander Kane gambling controversy, including whether a player can throw an NHL game; the Jack Eichel drama goes very public; Fleury picks Chicago; Torts joins ESPN; NWHL and the USWNT; the Summer Olympics; and the best and worst vacation destinations. Sponsored by Raycon and Brooklinen.…
The boys discuss all the big trades, big signings and big mistakes from the NHL Draft and NHL Free-Agent Frenzy. Dougie Hamilton, Marc-Andre Fleury, all those goalies, Seth Jones trade, Logan Mailloux ordeal, Tony DeAngelo mess, Jack Eichel intrigue and reviews of all 32 NHL teams and their transactions!…
The boys discuss the NHL expansion draft and try to figure out what the Seattle Kraken are trying to accomplish; why they didn't do the "Vegas thing"; NHL Draft preview; Luke Prokop comes out; Logan Mailloux drops out; the big names that could move via trade; and the best and worst pets that aren't dogs and cats. Sponsored by Keep and Manscaped!…
The boys discuss the Edmonton trade and Ken Holland's master plan; Pierre McGuire joins the Senators; the Lightning win, and then break, the Stanley Cup; what's next for Montreal; Tarasenko derby; the expansion draft; and the best and worst baseball sluggers! Sponsored by Brooklinen and Mack Weldon.
The boys discuss the Stanley Cup Final, including the Tampa mayor's jinx attempt; the tragic death of Matiss Kivlenieks; Jonathan Toews's return to the Blackhawks; the Duncan Keith trade rumors; Ron MacLean pooches a Bettman interview; season 2 of "I Think You Should Leave"; a looking back at the worthiness of Conn Smythe winners since the 2005 loc…
The boys look at the winners of the NHL Awards, including Connor McDavid being unanimous and Kirill Kaprizov being not so much. Plus, Fleury wins the Vezina, the Stanley Cup Final, the Blackhawks scandal, the NHL vs. Olympics, the Kucherov debate, Seattle and Buffalo get their coaches and the best and worst fried foods. Sponsored by Raycon and Keep…
The boys discuss the Stanley Cup Playoffs, which are increasingly making the regular season seem worthless. We chat about the Canadiens' run, the Lightning, Brayden Point vs. Nikita Kucherov for MVP, the insane Damien Cox rant on the Lady Byng, NHL Awards, the worst Stanley Cup Final ever and the best and worst of Americanized Chinese food. Sponsor…
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…