Two Man Forecheck

After missing a week due to unforeseen circumstances, the Two Man Forecheck has returned in force just in time for the playoffs. Most teams have two games left, but the West is cemented (although it’s still wet) and the East still has one open slot. We talk playoffs, franchises, and a few other topics. Here is the breakdown… The NCAA Frozen Four & Championship: 0:00 – 18:03 Ejected From the ECHL: 18:03 – 30:13 Salt Lake’s New Franchise & the Coyotes: 30:13 – 49:04 Nylander’s Dry Spell Continues: 49:04 – 58:53 The NHL Playoff Picture & East Predictions: 58:53 – 1:38:41 Will He/Won’t He Paul Maurice & West Predictions: 1:38:41 – 1:47:39 Here is the link for the next Will He/Won’t He: https://twitter.com/pucksage/status/1779566744530534741 Thank you for lending us your ears! Send us a comment and Enjoy the Show!

As the NHL season fast approaches it’s end, we have the second season to look forward to for entertainment. But with 9 or so games remaining, we still have multiple playoff spots still up for grabs. That and this week’s episode! Here is the breakdown… Jamie Benn Still Relevant: 0:00 – 19:41 Who Is in The Playoffs Now: 19:41 – 40:37 Drake Berehowsky Back in Sudbury: 40:37 – 49:33 Jaxon Nelson Signs with the Bruins: 49:33 – 58:31 Collin Graf Sweepstakes & Other CFAs: 58:31 – 1:17:33 The NCAA Frozen Four: 1:17:33 – 1:25:49 Crosby Ties A Record (Soon): 1:25:49 – 1:28:30 Will He/Won’t He Ovechkin Gets 30: 1:28:30 – 1:36:18 Here is the link for the next Will He/Won’t He Poll Question regarding Paul Maurice: https://twitter.com/pucksage/status/1775331398422765788 Thank you for sharing your time with us and listening to our show! As always, let us know what you think or how we are doing and Enjoy the Show!

We are closing in on the end of the regular season, then the fun really begins. Most teams have between 10 and 13 games left to cement their spots in the post season tourney for ownership of Lord Stanley’s Chalice (for one year). Here is the breakdown of this week’s show… BU/BC and the Sharks Connection: 0:00 – 15:53 Moneypuck Odds: 15:53 – 21:44 Bruin’s Drafting Over the Years: 21:44 – 54:55 The Triple B Line: 54:55 – 1:02:49 The Panthers’ Sam Bennett: 1:02:49 – 1:10:03 The Panthers’ Bill Zito: 1:10:03 – 1:16:52 Forsberg vs Seider: 1:16:52 – 1:20:48 Tom Wilson-Again a Meathead: 1:20:48 – 1:30:25 Elias Lindholm Not the Same (Is He Healthy?): 1:30:25 – 1:39:43 Will He/Won’t He Who will re-sign?: 1:39:43 – 1:52:22 Here is the link for this week’s Will He/Won’t He question regarding Alex Ovechkin: https://twitter.com/pucksage/status/1771956697336016966 Thank you for listening, don’t forget about the PWHL and the Frozen Four! Enjoy the Show!

With about 5 weeks left in the regular season, we are streaking toward the finish line and what is shaping up to be a very interesting potential list of first round matchups. It is also time for Frozen Four and PWHL hockey. Here is the breakdown of the show… NCAA Womens’ Frozen Four Matchups: 0:00 – 18:27 PWHL to Reconfigure the back of their Sweaters: 18:27 – 23:34 Five UFA’s and Their Potential Landing Spots: 23:34 – 1:26:18 Playoff Probabilities (A Bobby Lou Classic in the Making): 1:26:18 – 1:34:31 Organization Magic Numbers: 1:34:31 – 1:47:31 The Penguin Bobblehead Caper: 1:47:31 – 1:53:04 Will He/Won’t He Trade Deadline: 1:53:04 – 1:55:55 Thanks to Hockey Reference for the Probabilities and PlayoffStatus.com for the Magic Numbers. Here is the link for the Will He/Won’t He Poll Question this week: https://twitter.com/pucksage/status/1769429037850501438 Thank you all for listening and taking part in the poll questions. Don’t hesitate to interact with us and Enjoy the Show!

The Trade Deadline has come and gone. A Head Coach has come and one has gone. We at the Two Man Forecheck, however, are here to stay! Here is the breakdown of the latest show… Will He/Won’t He: Noah Hanifin: 0:00 – 14:22 Coyotes’ Home Situation: 14:22 – 25:51 NHL Playoff Odds (Thanks Moneypuck!): 25:51 – 51:13 Penguins’ Future/Travis Green to NJ: 51:13 – 59:26 Islanders Do Nothing: 59:26 – 1:11:45 Predators Hot Streak: 1:11:45 – 1:17:19 Trade Deadline Winners: 1:17:19 – 1:29:34 The Futures of Ully, DeBrusk, Grzelcyk: 1:29:34 - 1:46:32 NCAA Frozen Four and the PWHL: 1:46:32 – 1:52:13) Here is the link for the next Will He/Won’t He Poll Question: https://twitter.com/pucksage/status/1766889719982424351 As always, thank you for your time and ears! Don’t hesitate to tell us what’s on your mind and Enjoy the Show!

The excitement is building! We are 5 days away from the trade deadline and there have been no earth-shattering deals struck to this point (except maybe Elias Lindholm…and Sean Monahan…but we digress…). We look forward to what is coming and what has been said as we lead up to it. Here’s the breakdown… The Jori Jones Award: 0:00 – 8:41 The Tucker Tynan Lawsuit: 8:41 – 19:56 Will He/Won’t He Juuse Saros: 19:56 – 37:21 Bruins Prospects & Depth: 37:21 – 1:15:16 Devils’ Moves: 1:15:16 – 1:28:14 Pettersson Extended: 1:28:14 – 1:33:09 Time to Blow Up the Caps: 1:33:09 – 1:40:43 Don Waddell Speaks: 1:40:43 – 1:46:45 Here is the link for this week’s Will He/Won’t He poll question regarding Noah Hanifin: https://twitter.com/pucksage/status/1764366296378990838 As always…tell us what you think and Enjoy the Show!

The Trade Deadline is approaching fast, and the second half has started with a bang. Hope everyone is enjoying the hockey. Here at the Forecheck, we are talking not only about deals, but the players, movers and shakers who construct them. Here is the breakdown of the show… Will He or Won’t He Rick Nash (Bob Essensa & Mathieu Darche): 0:00 – 29:50 Adam Ruzicka’s Nosedive: 29:50 – 41:46 The Arizona Coyotes Nosedive: 41:46 – 1:00:38 NHL Goaltenders On The Move (Potentially): 1:00:38 – 1:24:34 Jaromir Jagr Number Retirement: 1:24:34 – 1:30:28 Here is the link for the latest Will He/Won’t He Poll Question: https://twitter.com/pucksage/status/1761815146089869565 Thank you for listening and commenting! Enjoy the Show!

We are 3 weeks out from the NHL Trade Deadline, a surefire day of excitement for most of the teams around the league. Due to the cap, there are some organizations that won’t be as active as their respective fans would hope them to be. Here is the breakdown of the show… Rielly Gets Five Games: 0:00 – 14:09 Blue Jackets Fire Kekalainen & Get an Outdoor Game: 14:09 – 40:52 Panthers Win 11 Straight Road Games & Will Go to Finland: 40:52 – 1:00:37 Boston Bruins Trade Assets and Needs: 1:00:37 – 1:33:43 The PWHL at the “Halfway Point”: 1:33:43 – 1:46:26 Will He/Won’t He Patrick Roy & Rick Nash: 1:46:26 – 1:52:48 Here is the link for the latest Will He/Won’t He Poll Question: https://twitter.com/pucksage/status/1759282353287971325 Thank you for giving us some of your time and listening. Please get involved and send us a comment or question. Enjoy the Show!

Now past the All Star break, and with the trade deadline looming, there are a few other topics to touch on during the silly season. Here are this week's stories... Pietrangelo at 1000 Games: 0:00 - 13:07 Sergachev Out Indefinitely: 13:07 - 21:41 The Stanley Cup is Broken: 21:41 - 27:26 Morgan Rielly Hits Ridley Greig: 27:26 - 37:37 The Importance of a Center: 37:37 - 1:19:44 Poitras Done for the Year: 1:19:44 - 1:27:33 Roy One on One w/His Players: 1:27:33 - 1:40:11 Will He/Won't He Reinhart & Roy: 1:40:11 - 1:42:19 Here is the link for the next Will He/Won't He Poll: https://twitter.com/pucksage/status/1756732814345511287 As always, give a listen, tell us what you think and Enjoy the Show!

Another All-Star weekend has come and gone and we at the Forecheck have given our opinions this week, along with our thoughts on a couple trades and a firing. Our thoughts and prayers go out to the Lacher family, friends and teammates as Blaine has passed away at 53. We wish nothing but the best for everyone he touched. With that said, here is the breakdown for this week’s show… All-Star Weekend: 0:00 – 22:12 Blaine Lacher: 22:12 – 30:17 Center Trades (Lindholm & Monahan): 30:17 – 1:05:06 Utah’s Hockey Viability: 1:05:06 – 1:23:10 Todd McLellan Sacked: 1:23:10 – 1:36:33 All-Star Pasta Chirping: 1:36:33 – 1:42:55 Will He/Won’t He (Matthews & Reinhart): 1:42:55 – 1:51:09 Here is the link for this week’s Will He/Won’t He Poll Question: https://twitter.com/pucksage/status/1754207637002965014 As always, thank you for listening. Reach out, tell us how we are doing or what you think. Enjoy the Show!

We have arrived at the midpoint of the NHL season, although for some it is beyond 41, and the Bruins are still tops in the NHL. The standings are taking shape and the all-star weekend will surely entertain, but we are all waiting for the silly season to really ramp up. Here is the breakdown for this week… Brendan Gallagher Suspended: 0:00 – 19:30 Auston Matthews Scores 70: 19:30 – 44:24 Brad Marchand’s March to History: 44:24 – 1:06:06 Midpoint Surprises: 1:06:06 – 1:36:10 Provorov on the Trade Market: 1:36:10 – 1:48:23 Will He/Won’t He Marchand & Matthews: 1:48:23 – 1:51:17 Here is the link for the new Will He/Won’t He Poll Question regarding Matthews: https://twitter.com/pucksage/status/1751657172771946594 The Break is here…everyone take a breath, take in the festivities and Enjoy the Show!

As we approach the All-Star weekend and the silly season after (well, honestly it’s already started), the Two Man Forecheck begin to ramp up for what is to come. Here is the breakdown… Patrick Roy Hired by the Islanders: 0:00 – 29:28 Canadian Team Wins the Cup? & the Minnesota Teardown: 29:28 – 1:05:03 Trade Board 3.0 (The Athletic): 1:05:03 – 1:14:12 Can the B’s Win Without a Center: 1:14:12 – 1:45:05 Marchand Eleven 20 Goal Seasons: 1:45:05 – 1:47:57 Backstrom is Back (Almost): 1:47:57 – 1:51:46 Dans Locmelis Update: 1:51:46 – 1:55:55 Will He/Won’t He Daccord & Marchand: 1:55:55 – 1:59:43 Here is the link for the new Will He/Won’t He Poll Question: https://twitter.com/pucksage/status/1749144087234503063 Longer show with exciting topics so give a listen, tell us how you feel and Enjoy the Show!

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 forward to it. Enjoy the Show!

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