Two Man Forecheck

Another week has past and we are now a couple weeks into the new year.   The first domino has fallen in the trade market thanks to the Flyers and Ducks.  How many more will we see before the deadline?  We start the discussion this week with the All-American Prospect Game where there is one player who doesn’t quite fit the description.  Here is the breakdown… The All American Prospect Game/Matvei Gridin:  0:00 – 19:19 The Oilers Win 10 in a row:  19:19 – 44:39 TJ Oshie Returns/Patrick Kane’s Value:  44:39 – 55:31 All Star Voting and Snubs:  55:31 – 1:08:51 Swayman’s Contract/Bruins Centers:  1:08:51 – 1:25:43 Monty Talks Playoffs:  1:25:43 – 1:34:21 Gauthier/Drysdale Trade:  1:34:21 – 1:42:26 Will He/Won’t He Ovechkin & The Beanpot:  1:42:26 – 1:46:29 Here is the link for this week’s Will He/Won’t He Poll regarding Joey Daccord:  https://twitter.com/pucksage/status/1746591241876168784 As always, send us your feedback good or bad and let us know what you think and Enjoy the Show!

Happy  New Year one and all!  After another brief stint on the IR, we are back with a new episode for the new year.  It is a bit longer as there was quite a bit to talk about and here is the breakdown…   PWHL Starts New Season:  0:00 – 20:53 Jack Adams Candidates:  20:53 – 44:09 Ovi in decline?:  44:09 – 1:14:39 The Rise of Frederic:  1:14:39 – 1:33:59 Will He/Won’t He DeBrusk:  1:33:59 – 1:41:57 The Injury Ninja Strikes:  1:41:57 – 1:53:15   We also throw in some Danton Heinen, Brandon Carlo and Brad Marchand for good measure. Here is the link for the next Will He/Won’t He poll regarding Alex Ovechkin:  https://twitter.com/pucksage/status/1744080425486524703 As Always, thank you for listening!  Please let us know how you feel and any comments you may have.  Until next week…Enjoy the Show!

Hey all, and welcome back to the Two Man Forecheck!  Chris was on IR last week and without a possible call-up we missed a week, but we’re back!  It’s Christmas Eve day here in the states and we have a fun-filled, Mike would call it “shouty” episode here for you to unwrap.  Here is the breakdown… Open/Bruin’s Emotional Engagement:  0:00 – 25:55 Jack Edwards Out a Few Games:  25:55 – 35:43 Mike’s Prediction During the Eichel Situation:  35:43 – 47:57 Cassie Campbell-Vincent Joining the PWHL:  47:57 – 1:00:46 Will He/Won’t He; Connor McDavid:  1:00:46 – 1:05:54 Bobby Lou Ring of Honour but no Number Retirement:  1:05:54 – 1:18:45 Red Wings Looking To Make Trades:  1:18:45 – 1:28:53 Joey O’Brien, Stars EBUG Gets a Promotion:  1:28:53 – 1:33:09   Here is the link for the latest Will He/Won’t He Poll regarding Jake DeBrusk:  https://twitter.com/pucksage/status/1738994038332625250   Merry Christmas and Happy Holidays this week to everyone!  Enjoy the show and let us know!

With Christmas fast approaching, we look forward to who the pundits feel have the best choice of winning, as well as look back at where the scenery may change (or may not in this case), but we stay in the moment as some teams are dealing with injuries and issues plaguing them at this time.  Here is the breakdown: Playoff Odds (Money Puck):  0:00 – 21:07 Bruins Injuries:  21:07 – 29:07 Behind the B (Mic’d Up):  29:07 – 36:34 Dean Evason Fired/O’Reilly Possibility:  36:34 – 53:02 Coyotes’ Home Saga:  53:02 – 1:18:15 Projected Salary Cap Rise:  1:18:15 – 1:25:25 NHL In-Season Tournament:  1:25:25 – 1:31:25 Will He/Won’t He-Dean Evason:  1:31:25 – 1:37:32 Power Rankings/Christmas Wishes:  1:37:32 – 1:51:26 The Will He/Won’t He poll question link is here regarding Connor McDavid:  https://twitter.com/pucksage/status/1733916169348759608 We wish everyone a Merry Christmas and Happy Holidays whatever you choose to celebrate!  Thank you for listening and don’t hesitate to drop us a comment or question.  We look forwar

The NHL season has entered December and one of the hottest teams is one no one would expect…The Arizona Coyotes who have won 4 in a row.  Here at the Forecheck, we continue on a streak of our own…another strong episode.  Here is the breakdown… Corey Perry Released:  0:00 – 26:26 Adam Jiricek Hit:  26:26 – 47:45 The PWHL Schedule and Locales:  47:45 – 1:01:07 Zadorov Traded/Lindholm Possibilites:  1:01:07 – 1:24:52 Will He/Won’t He Thatcher Demko:  1:24:52 – 1:29:24 NHL All Star Weekend/PWHL Showcase:  1:29:24 – 1:39:51 Torts on Hitting in the NHL:  1:39:51 – 1:46:42 And here is the link for the next Will He/Won’t He Poll regarding Dean Evason:  https://twitter.com/pucksage/status/1731373459874152840 Thank you for listening and commenting.  Enjoy the Show!

Now that everyone has had their fill of turkey and “fixins”, the focus, at least for the next four weeks, is back on the NHL where we at the Forecheck never lose our focus.  Here is this week’s roster for the show:   Will the Real Bruins Please Stand Up:  0:00 – 43:23 M.A.F. Wears a Mask Honoring His Wife:  43:23 – 51:43 Trouba Tries Out for the Yankees:  51:43 – 1:01:42 Are the Sharks the Worst team in the NHL:  1:01:42 – 1:13:35 The PWHL Logo:  1:13:35 – 1:21:35 3 Moves Buffalo Regrets:  1:21:35 – 1:33:55 Will He/Won’t He Results for Jake DeBrusk:  1:33:55 – 1:37:14 Here is the link to this week’s Will He/Won’t He…Will Thatcher Demko Finish in the Top 10 in Save Percentage this Season?  https://twitter.com/pucksage/status/1728864972246229340   Thank you for listening, don’t hesitate to drop us a comment and…Enjoy the Show!

As we approach U.S. Thanksgiving (and a Happy Thanksgiving to all from us here at the Forecheck) the NHL has given us some exciting things to talk about.  Young rookies, some player milestones, league leaders and some physicality.  So, sit back, relax with the family, and give our latest episode a listen…and don’t forget to vote!  Enjoy the Show!   Stop the Presses; League Leaders:  0:00 – 23:50 Cale Makar Fastest to 300 Assists:  23:50 – 25:41 Trouba & Nosek & 5 Words:  25:41 – 37:35 NHL Milestones Upcoming & Past:  37:35 – 48:47 Frederic (WH/WH) Update & DeBrusk Question:  48:47 – 1:05:10 NHL HoF Class of 2024 Pick Two (NHL Network):  1:05:10 – 1:20:18 Denver Barkey & the Flyers:  1:20:18 – 1:30:16 Will He/Wont He Nikita Zadorov Results:  1:30:16 – 1:37:03   Here is the link for the new Will He/Won’t He Jake DeBrusk Poll:  https://twitter.com/pucksage/status/1726314857212043357

The NHL Season is now approximately one month old and as we discuss in the first segment, the standings are as confusing as they have been for the last couple seasons at this time.  Here at the Forecheck, we attempt to find the answers to such craziness… The NHL Standings & Surprises:  0:00 – 48:23 Pierre Dorian Out in Ottawa:  48:23 – 59:07 Trade Rumors Bruins & Oilers:  59:07 – 1:07:16 Nikita Zadorov Wants Out:  1:07:16 – 1:19:02 Jens Richards Hat Trick:  1:19:02 – 1:27:11 Roman Cechmanek Passes Away:  1:27:11 – 1:31:54 Will He/Won’t He; Quinn & Zadorov:  1:31:54 – 1:44:45 Here is the link for the latest Poll Question:  https://twitter.com/pucksage/status/1723784572100317610

Well, Halloween has come and gone.  Next on the holiday hit parade...U.S. Thanksgiving, where we will have a better picture of where the teams are heading.  For this week, we continue to bring you what is happening now in hockey... The Sharks Sad Start & Who is to Blame:  0:00 - 23:33 Is Jeff Petry Done in Detroit?:  23:33 - 32:42 Mike's Best Bruins Lineup:  32:42 - 43:45 Charlie McAvoy Suspended:  43:45 - 53:41 Pat Brisson vs the Columbus Blue Jackets:  53:41 - 1:05:49 Quinn Hughes, NHLPA Player of the Week:  1:05:49 - 1:17:50 Will He/Won't He - Kane & Robertson:  1:17:50 - 1:23:17 Justin Rogers' Letter to his Younger Self:  1:23:17 - 1:30:26 Don't forget to vote for this week's Will He/Won't He regarding David Quinn of the Sharks: https://twitter.com/pucksage/status/1721223943418232835 Send us your thoughts and comments And Enjoy the Show!  

As we approach Halloween here in the states, we have no idea what tricks or treats the NHL plans to surprise us with for the holiday.  The Two Man Forecheck, however, has this episode full of treats to satisfy your hockey sweet tooth. Open – NHL Surprises:  0:00 – 15:17 Rob O’Gara, Head Coach?:  15:17 – 22:29 Pride Tape Part Deux:  22:29 – 32:03 Pinto Suspended:  32:03 – 48:20 Drouin in Trouble:  48:20 – 58:58 Top Six Scoring:  58:58 – 1:09:04 Adam Johnson Passing:  1:09:04 – 1:20:49 B’s Goalie Controversy:  1:20:49 – 1:31:12 Clifton Suspended:  1:31:12 – 1:36:37 Will He/Won’t He (Robertson):  1:36:37 – 1:41:39 Jumbo Joe Retires:  1:41:39 – 1:50:19 A Halloween-sized episode sure to fill your candy collection devices and don’t miss the Poll Questions (links following) and Enjoy the Show!  Happy Halloween! https://twitter.com/pucksage/status/1718681211244044445 https://twitter.com/pucksage/status/1718679440094347552  

One week in the books for the 23-24 season and, of course, nothing is settled.  We at the Forecheck are settling into a new season.  Here is this week's edition. Travis Dermott & Pride Tape:  0:00 - 18:32 Patrick Kane Feels He Is Healthy:  18:32 - 52:04 Will He/Won't He Trent Frederic:  52:04 - 57:46 The Injury Ninja Strikes:  57:46 - 71:47 The Rookies:  71:47 - 88:29 Willie O'Ree Memorialized On A Stamp:  88:29 - 93:40 And here is the link for this week's Will He/Won't He regarding Patrick Kane: https://twitter.com/pucksage/status/1716628209754615906 We should be back on Sunday for the next exciting episode so listen and Enjoy the Show!

With the first week of the season completed, we have no clearer picture of where these 32 teams are headed.  Here at the Forecheck, we know where we are headed...another great episode! Barry Melrose Retires: 0:00 - 9:01 Zach Werenski Out 1-2 Weeks:  9:01 - 20:43 TNT Compares Tracks Bedard to Gretzky:  20:43 - 27:32 Sidney Crosby's Futile Chase:  27:32 - 51:22 Danault, Howden Hear from the DoPS:  51:22 - 58:56 The Sabres Future with Power, Dahlin Contracts:  58:56 - 76:38 Will He or Won't He Polls & Results:  76:38 - 1:32:46 Bruins Lineup Changes After 2 Games:  1:32:46 - 1:56:23 Here is the link for this week's Will He/Won't He Poll Question regarding Trent Frederic: https://twitter.com/pucksage/status/1714093015344558310 Lots of show so give a listen and tell us what you want to hear!  Enjoy the Show!

Our super big, eve of the new season show!  We break down rosters, goalies and so much more! B's Opening Night:  0:00 - 24:23 Will He/Won't He Matt Poitras:  24:23 - 31:20 Contract Extensions:  31:20 - 46:33 Retirements:  46:33 - 55:19 Neutral Site Games:  55:19 - 1:11:23 Pride Tape Banned:  1:11:23 - 1:20:47 Goaltending Tandems Ranked:  1:20:47 - 1:30:20 Future Head Coaches:  1:30:20 - 1:40:30 Detroit Roster:  1:40:30 - 1:46:17 Boston & Buffalo Rosters:  1:46:17 - 1:54:48 Predictions:  1:54:48 - 2:06:22 Here is the link for the new Will He/Won't He Poll Question: https://twitter.com/pucksage/status/1711550548934074626 Please vote, listen and send us your comments...Enjoy the Show!!

The new season is a mere ten days away but we are here year round to talk hockey!  On this week's show... PWHL Talent Lines: 0:00 - 18:18 Vasilevskiy Out:  18:18 - 27:45 All Defenses Ranked (from The Athletic):  27:45 - 68:11 Cam Fowler & The Ducks:  68:11 - 75:08 Quinn Hughes:  75:08 - 79:31 Captain Brad:  79:31 - 89:02 Will He/Won't He Matthew Poitras & Results:  89:02 - 99:11 A fun show this week so give a listen, vote in the poll (link is below) and Enjoy the Show https://twitter.com/pucksage/status/1708516827171528862    

With training camps underway we will be seeing some on-ice action real soon.  We at the Two Man Forecheck keep the action going with another exciting episode! Babcock Resigns:  0:00 - 19:28 Caps Should Have Landed DeSmith:  19:28 - 35:54 Alex Galchenyuk:  35:54 - 42:12 Bedard Tweet Regarding His Output:  42:12 - 49:46 Which Team Will Win 1st Stanley Cup First:  49:46 - 65:42 Ryan Johansen:  65:42 - 75:46 Chris Wideman:  75:46 - 86:08 Will He/Won't He:  86:08 - 92:26 Cooper Hackett:  92:26 - 98:40 Here is the link for the Will He/Won't He Poll re: Ryan Johansen: https://twitter.com/pucksage/status/1705986995816689963 Until next week...Enjoy the hockey...and the Show!  

With the rookie training camp and tournament happening in Buffalo, NY this week, we are very close to opening night, less than 4 weeks away.  But the Two Man Forecheck has another heavy hitter on tap this week... Mike Babcock:  0:00 - 27:33 NHL Marketing:  27:33 - 35:00 Jagr at 35 years at the Pro Level:  35:00 - 43:47 Bruins Centennial List:  43:47 - 68:27 Carey Price Return/Paul Byron Retires:  68:27 - 76:07 Will He/Won't He Hampus Lindholm & Matthews Results:  76:07 - 81:40 Toronto Maple Leafs Cap Situation & No Movement Clauses:  81:40 - 92:47 If you have any suggestions or your own centennial list for the Bruins, share it with us and we will certainly discuss them during the show! Here is the link to the Hampus Lindholm Twitter Poll for this week: https://twitter.com/pucksage/status/1703417672535334969  

It would appear that we are approximately two weeks away from Training Camps so the next season is on the horizon.  We keep driving toward that horizon with another fun-filled episode! B's Centennial List:  0:01 - 21:53 Jett Deschamps Signs:  21:53 - 28:15 Jake DeBrusk Wants to Stay:  28:15 - 40:12 Evgeni Malkin & The Pens:  40:12 - 56:25 Mike Babcock Back with Blue Jackets:  56:25 - 1:06:46 Sanderson/Dahlin both Extend:  1:06:46 - 1:17:44 Will He/Won't He & Danton Heinen:  1:17:44 - 1:23:04 U.S. Hockey Hall of Fame Inductees:  1:23:04 - 1:26:21 Drouin & MacKinnon Together Again:  1:26:21 - 1:36:19 Listen, Comment and Enjoy the Show!

Tomorrow is Labor Day in the U.S.  Training camps will be starting in a couple weeks and we at the Two Man Forecheck continue to labor away with another new episode. Coyotes Take A Step Toward New Home: 0:00 - 23:00 JFresh (Twitter) Fan Poll:  23:00 - 56:00 PWHL Announce New Locations:  56:00 - 70:00 Marchand, Slavkofsky & the ESPN Projections:  70:00 - 84:00 Hagelin & Donskoi Retire:  84:00 - 93:00 Twitter Poll Results (Alex Chiasson):  93:00 - 99:00

With September right around the corner, Training Camps are on the near horizon!  Here is this week's installment for your listening pleasure! Auston Matthews: 0:00 - 22:10 Alex Chiasson/Prospect Pool Rankings: 22:10 - 49:00 Which Right Wing?:  49:00 - 54:00 Top 5 Defensemen (Drew Livingstone Tweet):  54:00 - 60:00 Streaming Knights:  60:00 - 66:00 ESPN For Sale:  66:00 - 72:30 International Play?:  72:30 - 81:00 Calder Odds:  81:00 - 89:00 Bernier Retires:  89:00 - 93:00 Twitter Poll (Alex Chiasson):  93:00 - 97:00 Here is the link for the A.C. Twitter Poll: https://twitter.com/pucksage/status/1695820844100894975 Another hit to be sure so give a listen, comment and Enjoy the Show!

As Chris returns from holiday, the Two Man Forecheck get back to the task of talking hockey!  Here's the rundown: Krejci Retires:  00:01 - 21:15 B's Signings:  21:15 - 35:30 John Farinacci:  35:30 - 48:30 Q Bans Fighting:  48:30 - 61:00 Karlsson Moving:  61:00 - 69:30 A Necessary Rangers Trade:  69:30 - 73:30 Jeanneret Passes:  73:30 - 77:30 McAvoy Wedding Video:  77:30 - 81:50 Twitter Poll Results (B's Captaincy):  81:50 - 85:40 Matt Dumba to Arizona:  85:40 - 97:00 Lots of topics to pick and choose from so give a listen and Enjoy the Show!