This episode hits every emotion in Toronto sports. We start with heartbreak, the Blue Jays fall in Game 7 of the World Series and compare it to the Leafs’ lack of heart, commitment, and intensity. From there, we dive into Tanev’s injury, our first OHL game in Barrie this season (and the disappointment that came with it), and which prospects actually stood out.We also get into the Kitchener ticket chaos, Arthur Kaliyev’s gambling issues, Calgary’s handling of Zayne Parekh, and Pittsburgh’s surprising bounce-back. Plus, we break down Necas’ new contract vs. Rantanen’s, Cooley’s early payday in Utah, and the St. Louis Blues falling apart again...could Schenn, Kyrou, or Thomas be on the move? Maybe even to Montreal or Winnipeg?
This week on The Hockey Puckcast, we’re cracking open a few beers and diving into everything happening around the hockey world. From Matthew Schieffer’s positivity and leadership on Long Island to Brad Marchand’s emotional return to Boston, we break down the stories shaping the NHL right now. We also talk about Joseph Woll’s situation in Toronto, the Leafs’ ongoing curse, and whether their window has finally closed. Plus, we get into the NBA gambling scandal and how it could spill over into hockey. On the global side, we debate how the NHL continues to fail in marketing its German stars like Leon Draisaitl and Tim Stützle. We wrap it up with our picks for the league’s best current and future duos, a look at the latest NHL power rankings, and plenty of laughs along the way.
In this episode, guest Manveer joins to break down the NHL’s wild first two weeks. They discuss the Buffalo Sabres’ rollercoaster and potential long-term solutions, react to Anthony Stolarz’s fiery comments about his team, and analyze what’s happening with the Toronto Maple Leafs.
The conversation also covers where McKenna might go next, whether Calgary should fully rebuild, and how the Blue Jackets need some luck and a franchise-changing player. They dive into the red-hot Vegas Golden Knights, how Marner has fit there, and why Montreal’s rebuild is working the right way from the top down.
From struggling teams to surprise standouts, this episode breaks down the chaos, highlights, and storylines shaping the NHL right now.
We kicked off the NHL season with hot takes, player predictions, and contract talks - all while watching the Blue Jays vs Yankees Playoffs Live!
Who's next to cash in after the latest deals? Which young stars are ready to make a splash? And who's primed for a bounce-back (or regression) season in goal?
Plus, we touch on EA Sports' buyout and the return of NHL Faceoff Season 2.
Short, fast paced, and packed with opinions to get the season started right.
I’m back with Armaan and we’ve got a jam-packed episode full of bold predictions, hot takes, and some laughs along the way. We put Auston Matthews and Mats Sundin side by side at the same age to see how they stack up, give our picks for who’s breaking out (and who’s dropping off), and hand out our own made-up preseason awards.
We also talk Anze Kopitar’s impact in Slovenia and LA, Gavin McKenna’s rise, and the future of the CHL vs. NCAA. Will we end up looking like geniuses—or get roasted for these takes in a few months? Only time will tell.
In this milestone episode of The Hockey Puckcast, Arvy and Armaan dive deep into the hottest storylines across the NHL. From Kirill Kaprizov’s contract talks and Wolf’s negotiations, to questions surrounding Kyle Connor’s future, we break down how these moves could reshape their teams. We also take a look at the fresh jersey drops around the league, dissect Trevor Zegras’ move to the Flyers, and revisit the chaos of broken sticks in last year’s playoffs. Plus, we talk about how the Panthers managed to get under everyone’s skin in their playoff run, and what direction the New York Rangers are really heading in. Buckle up—this one’s got contracts, controversy, and plenty of hockey banter.
Host Arvy sits down with Dylan , both recovering from a rough night out, for a candid and entertaining conversation.
Dylan reflects on his playing days in the KJHL with the Selkirk Fishermen in Winnipeg and shares insights into the current state of the Winnipeg Jets — including how the city has reacted since the playoffs and the outlook for the upcoming season. They also discuss the impact of losing Nikolaj Ehlers to the Hurricanes and what it means for the Jets moving forward.
The episode also dives into the ongoing drama surrounding the Toronto Maple Leafs, and wraps up with stories from Arvy and Dylan’s recent trip to the Czech Republic, where they caught three hockey games — including a special moment watching their idol JaromĂr Jágr play live in Kladno.
We're Back — and Bigger Than Ever! After a year and a half off, "The Hockey Puckcast" is officially relaunched — and now we're on video too, streaming weekly on YouTube! 🎥
This time around, it’s not just me — Armaan is now a full-time co-host, and we're kicking things off strong. In our return episode, we catch up on what we’ve been up to, recap the NHL playoffs, react to the Top 20 Centers list, and dive deep into the Leafs’ ongoing drama — both on and off the ice — including the Marner PR fiasco.
New episodes drop **every Wednesday morning** — available on all podcast platforms and YouTube.
Join us for an action-packed episode as we sit down with Armaan to dissect the Kitchener vs. Oshawa OHL game, dive into the current NHL standings, and explore a myriad of leagues including the AHL, ECHL, SHL, KHL, and the Italian League. Get ready to explore the vast landscape of hockey beyond the NHL!
Timestamps
0 – Kitchener Rangers vs Oshawa generals
13:50 – OHL TV production
19:50 – Ex OHL prospect Sahil Panwar
22:10 – WHL Prospect Prab Bhathal
30:20 - OHL Standings
35:10 – Tom Wilson and the Caps
36:45 – NHL Standings
58:10 – Calgary Flames Hunt deep dive
100:00 – Leaf Breakdown
109:45 – Toronto Marlies
111:!5 – AHL Standings
113:45 – ECHL Standings
117:20 – Going through a rabbit hole
127:05 – SHL/KHL GOATS
133:45 – Italian hockey league
Join us on this episode as we delve into the latest NHL buzz! We sit down with Armaan to dissect Elias Pettersson's contract negotiations, the Tanev & Ilya Lyubushkin trades, and the Leafs' journey to success. From analyzing NHL playoff scenarios to discussing the Winnipeg Jets' attendance dynamics, we cover it all.
Time stamps
0 – Kadri's Goal of the year!
4:20 – Tanev/Lyubushkin Trades
11:40 – Rempe Fights
14:15 – Ryan Reeves’s Game
15:05 – Leafs new lines working
24 – Sean Walker
25 – Elias Petterson Contract
29:10 – Markstorm Upset/Calgary Flames Playoff Run
32:20 – Western Conference Wildcard Dilemma
35:40 – Eastern Conference
40:10 – Jets Attendance issues
48:10 – Hockey attendance patterns
55:00 – Mark Stone injury and should the NHL investigate?
101:10 – Gavin Mckenna Update
106:30 – Zack Funk prospect
113:15 – Sudbury Wolves vs Mississauga Steelheads experience
I reunite with Armaan for an in-depth discussion on the explosive 10-7 game between Minnesota and the Vancouver Canucks, Jagr's jersey ceremony , the ongoing concerns over inconsistent suspensions and referee calls, and our plans for the upcoming OHL game. Join us as we dissect recent matchups, reflect on hockey legends, critique officiating, and share our excitement for upcoming events in the hockey world.
In Episode 14, join me as I sit down with Armaan in his kitchen while cooking up hockey insight! We dive into the Canadian Minor League, spotlight AHL MVP Arshdeep Bains, explore the growing ice hockey scene in India, and examine potential NHL trade deadline targets. Tune in for a lively discussion on hockey's global reach and the latest in player development and trade rumors.
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Podcast Chapters
0 - U13 AAA Kitchener rangers vs London Knights
4:45 - Player DevelopementÂ
9 - Minor League Politics
13 - Funny Minor League Coach stories
16:20 - Arena Conditions and the number of rinks in the country
22:45 - Ice Hockey In India
23:40 - The journey of Arshdeep Bains
32:50 - Evander Kane and thr Oilers
39:40 - Calgary Flames plans for trade deadline
41 - Trade Deadline Targets
42:40 - Buy/Hold/Sell Segment
114 - Going down Leaf Memory Lane
123 - Armaan's favorite Kitchener Rangers Moment
130 - Hunter Brzustewicz & USA hockey politics
133 - Emerging Slavoksky
134 - How far can you go back to fully evaluate a draft class?
Host Arvy Bains reunites with Woodstock's own Scott Henderson to unpack the All-Star Week, provide updates on the Olympics, delve into the Lindholm and Monahan trade, discuss the firing of the LA coach, and bring you the latest on the Hockey Canada Scandal. Join us for a comprehensive discussion on the recent events shaping the hockey landscape.
0 min - Who will Baby Henderson Cheer for?
3:45 min - Olympic Announcement
11 min - NHL expansion
24:20 min - The city of London
27:45 min - Mississauga Steelheads are moving
36 min - 2025 Four Nations Tournament
37:45 min - Allstar Weekend
49:20 min - Lindholm/Kuzmenko trade
101:30 min - Sean Monahan trade
105 min - Jake Guentzel Situation
113 min - Leafs trading options
118:15 - Kings have fired their head coach
126:30 - Fraser Minten's Insane Goal
129:30 - Hockey Canada Scandal Update
I'm joined by Kitchener Rangers Superfan Armaan to discuss the 2018 Team Canada Scandal, highlight new prospects, analyze Owen Tippett's contract, break down the Flyers, debate if Cale Makar is the greatest defenseman ever, assess Sean Monahan's form, and share thoughts on the All-Star Game's entertainment. Tune in for a dynamic chat covering scandals, prospects, contracts, player performances, and the All-Star Game quirks.
In this episode, NHL and CHL expert Armaan Bains dives into the New York Islanders' coaching change, engages in some banter about the Leafs, and leads a GM mode session with mystery teams. Armaan spotlights future players to watch, evaluates John Gibson's performance, and offers a sneak peek into the upcoming All-Star Games. Tune in for a concise and insightful update on the dynamic hockey scene.
Podcast Breakdown
0min - Patrick Roy hiring
5:30min - Leafs vs Canucks Game
12min - Leafs vs Avs Core
1530min - What to do with the Leafs?
31mins - Leafs Coaching
33:30min - Be a GM Mode (Calgary Flames)
43:30min - Be a GM Mode (Minnesota Wild)
49min - Be a GM Mode (Pittsburgh Penguins)
101min - Ducks and Cutter Gautier Trade
112min - Ice hockey experience being a minority
116min - Armaan's future players to watch
131min - Armaan's future team to watch out for
135min - The John Gibson Project
144min - The Allstar competition with a twist
152min - Allstar Game discussion
In the 10th episode of the Hockey Puckcast, host Arvy Bains and Fabian, aka Blowfish, discuss hot trades in the Hockey Nation fantasy league, wagers with the Horndog, Nylander's new contract, current NHL standings, and Fabian's must-watch player. Tune in for a quick update on fantasy hockey, trades, and player insights.
Fantasy Discussion
1:00 - Mackinnon/Tuch for Reinhart/Forsberg Trade
28:00 - Horvat/Byfield for Chabot, Nichushkin for Larkin/Konecny Trade
42:00 - Marner/Sanderson for Stone/Batherson/Tarasenko/Paul Trade
49:15 - How do you evaluate trades?
53:15 - Hockey Nation Matchup breakdown
109:30 - Tage vs Kane Wager
NHL Discussion
116:15 - Fabian's must watch player
122:40 - Nylander Contract & Leaf Cap Situation
138:15 - Leafs Road Trip
142:00 - NHL Standings
156:00 - Ottawa Senators Situation
In the 9th episode of the Hockey Puckcast, host Arvy Bains welcomes guests Mario, aka Babgod, and Michael Riina, aka Donnie Darko, for a lively New Year's special recorded in Kitchener, Ontario. The episode is filled with flowing drinks and chaotic content as the trio discusses various topics. They delve into Mario's team, share stories about cup celebrations, recount a live trade gone wrong, and touch on the Samsonov disaster. Amidst the banter, the group takes a moment to appreciate and watch highlights of legendary players Pavel Datsyuk, Pavel Bure, and Niklas Kronwall. The episode offers a mix of hockey talk, humorous anecdotes, and nostalgic moments as the hosts and guests ring in the New Year.
In a festive Episode 8 of the Hockey Puckcast, host Arvy Bains is joined by Fabian, aka Blowfish, dive into the holiday spirit, making wishes to Santa Claus for their fantasy teams' much-needed improvements. As Fabian contends with the infamous "Blowfish Curse" that's landed him in last place, he also reveals his quest for a new hockey god. Along the way, they hilariously draw parallels between fantasy squads and real NHL teams.
But the holiday cheer takes a turn as Fabian unleashes his rage on the supposed "dirtbags" in the league. Is Dave truely french? Does Riina deserve a shot in the AHL? And will Harmon be the spark for another riot? The answers to these burning questions and more unfold in this action-packed episode. Tune in to find out if Santa grants their wishes and how the league drama unfolds in this Christmas-themed edition of Hockey Puckcast.
Arvy Bains and Michael Riina, a.k.a. Donnie Darko, dissect Week 10 highlights, clash over team strength between Brampton Bulls and Horndogs, and explore challenges facing Blowfish and Woodstock Wolves in the Hockey Nation Fantasy League. Adding a dash of drama, the Marathoners get some tough love from the hosts, making this a must-listen for fantasy hockey fans seeking intense discussions and unpredictable twists on the ice.