January 22, 2026

Andersson & Sherwood Traded (EP. 288)

45 minutes

In this episode of Empty the Benches, Nick and Mac dive into a variety of topics ranging from the upcoming AHL outdoor game to the dynamics of the "game guy" in group settings. They reflect on the NHL's past and present, particularly comparing the years 2016 and 2026, and discuss recent trades in the league. The conversation shifts to the success of women's hockey, particularly the PWHL DC takeover and US winning U18 Womens Worlds. They also analyze the struggles of the Washington Capitals and wrap up with some fun trivia about NHL franchise goal leaders.

00:00 Chilling in the Cold: AHL Outdoor Game Preview

08:53 Game Guys: The Social Dynamics of Group Activities

10:59 NHL Trade Rumors: Analyzing Recent Moves

21:56 PWHL Takeover: Women's Hockey on the Rise

25:55 USA Women's Hockey Dominance

27:41 Olympic Team Updates and Player Changes

29:35 Trade Rumors: Panarin and the Capitals

30:44 Assessing Recent Game Performances

36:06 Upcoming Challenges and Road Trip Expectations

40:44 Trivia and Franchise Goal Leaders

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