Checking From Behind

In this episode, we dive into some of the biggest storylines across the NHL. We start with Morgan Geekie’s surprising emergence as one of the league’s top goal scorers, before shifting to the ongoing issues surrounding the 2026 Olympic hockey arena in Milan. From there, we break down the Colorado Avalanche’s record‑breaking pace and contrast it with the struggles of the Winnipeg Jets, who are clearly missing star goaltender Connor Hellebuyck. To wrap things up, we highlight the rise of Macklin Celebrini and Connor Bedard as true NHL superstars while taking a quick glance around the latest league standings.

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(00:00:00) Introduction

(00:02:03) Quick Hitters

(00:18:36) Avalanche Record Breaking Pace

(00:30:17) Winnipeg Jets Struggles

(00:43:48) Celebrini & Bedard

(00:56:31) Around the NHL

(01:07:00) Outro

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In this episode, Zach breaks down some of the biggest stories around the NHL. He starts with the Montreal Canadiens locking up defenseman Mike Matheson to a contract extension and what that means for their blue line moving forward. From there, he shifts to the Dallas Stars and other teams unveiling new jerseys, giving his take on the designs and how fans are reacting. The conversation then turns to the Vancouver Canucks, who have made their veterans available on the trade market while keeping Quinn Hughes off limits. Zach explores what this decision could mean for Hughes’ future in Vancouver and whether the team is heading toward another rebuild. Finally, he closes with a Rookie Report, highlighting standout performances from this year’s class and how the league’s young talent is shaping the season.

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00:00 Introduction

01:35 Quick Hitters

09:27 Canucks in No Mans Land

20:50 Oilers Goaltending Crisis

31:44 Rookie Report

42:35 Outro

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In this episode, Zach breaks down major NHL storylines: Winnipeg Jets star goaltender Connor Hellebuyck sidelined for 4–6 weeks, and the team locking in Adam Lowry with a contract extension. He dives into trade buzz with Pavel Mintyukov requesting a move and Brad Lambert exploring new opportunities. Zach also highlights the Minnesota Wild’s hot streak and analyzes the jam‑packed Eastern Conference playoff race

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(00:00) Welcome to CFB Pod

(00:59) Hellebuyck to Miss 4-6 Weeks

(04:47) Jets Extend Lowry

(10:34) Mintyukov Requests Trade

(18:45) Lambert Seeking Trade

(26:47) Wild Are Surging

(39:09) East is Insane

(45:52) Outro

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We kick off with Adrian Kempe’s massive 8-year, $85M extension as the LA Kings lock in their new offensive centerpiece. Then it’s chaos in Detroit as the Rangers and Red Wings erupt into a bench-clearing brawl after Mason Appleton’s post-buzzer puck shot. Next, we dive into the Nashville Predators’ brutal start — Stamkos, O’Reilly, and Saros are struggling, and it might be time to blow it up. Over in St. Louis, the Blues are taking calls on everyone, including Jordan Kyrou, while Buchnevich and Parayko emerge as prime trade candidates. And finally, it’s Thursday Therapy featuring the Toronto Maple Leafs — injuries, defensive issues, and a losing streak have fans asking if it’s time to make a move.

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(00:00:00) Welcome to CFB Pod

(00:03:13) Kempe Extension

(00:10:21) Rags vs Wings Brawl

(00:13:15) Should Preds Blow It Up?

(00:30:27) Blues Slow Start

(00:46:29) Leafs Struggles

(01:00:48) Outro

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Brad Marchand hits a massive milestone with his 1000th career NHL point, and we break down what it means for the Boston Bruins. Zach dives into some key contract extensions, including Scott Wedgewood joining the Colorado Avalanche and Shane Pinto re‑upping with the Ottawa Senators. The New Jersey Devils look like a legit Stanley Cup contender, even with Jack Hughes sidelined for eight weeks. Meanwhile, the Buffalo Sabres are spiraling toward the bottom of the NHL standings, raising big questions about their future. We wrap things up with our NHL Stock Watch, highlighting players and teams trending up and down.

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(00:00) Welcome to CFB Pod

(01:23) Marchand's 1000th Point

(04:46) Wedgewood Extension With Avs

(08:22) Pinto Extension With Senators

(15:22) Devils Are Cup Contenders

(30:59) Sabres Are a Disaster

(46:05) Stock Watch

(47:22) Outro

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In today’s episode, we kick things off with a quick look at the 2025 Hockey Hall of Fame induction ceremony, then dive into why the Colorado Avalanche are the most dominant team in the NHL right now. Next up: the Boston Bruins’ 7-game win streak and David Pastrnak’s milestone 400th NHL goal—is Boston heating up at the perfect time? Finally, this week’s Thursday Therapy segment puts the spotlight on the Edmonton Oilers—what’s going wrong, and can they fix it?

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(00:00) Welcome to CFB Pod

(01:19) Quick Hitters

(03:16) Avalanche Best Team in NHL

(14:08) Bruins Are Hot

(27:59) Thursday Therapy

(41:33) Outro

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Alex Ovechkin hits 900 goals, Zadorov drops the gloves, and Dahlin steps away — we break down all the latest NHL drama. Plus, the PWHL reveals new expansion team nicknames, jerseys, and logos. Then we dive into the youth movement sweeping the league: Connor Bedard, Macklin Celebrini, and a wave of young stars are dominating early. We wrap up with Stock Watch — who's rising, who's falling, and who's flying under the radar

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(00:00:00) Welcome to CFB Pod

(00:02:59) Quick Hitters

(00:32:42) NHL's Youth Movement

(00:56:56) Stock Watch

(01:04:20) Outro

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We kick things off with the NHL’s big announcement: the Dallas Stars will host a Stadium Series game in 2027, marking a significant moment in the spotlight for the franchise. Then we shift focus to the Anaheim Ducks, who are off to an incredibly hot start—are they for real, or just riding early momentum? We also take a look at the Toronto Maple Leafs and debate whether they’ve finally turned the corner. From there, we dive into the Eastern Conference, which is shaping up to be deeper and more competitive than ever. Finally, we wrap things up with our weekly segment, Thursday Therapy, featuring the St. Louis Blues and everything that’s going wrong to start their season

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(00:00) Welcome to CFB Pod

(04:04) Dallas Stadium Series

(07:47) Ducks Have Arrived

(22:46) Maple Leafs Are Back?

(31:31) East is Deep

(40:52) Thursday Therapy

(53:20) Outro

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Martin Necas signs a massive 8-year, $92M extension with the Avalanche — is he worth $11.5M per year? Jacob Markstrom locks in with the Devils, and we dive into this week’s hottest NHL debates in our Buy or Sell segment: Are the Canadiens the best team in the Atlantic? Can Pavel Dorofeyev actually score 50 goals? Are the Flyers legit or just hot in October? Are the Ducks the most entertaining team in hockey? Is Tampa Bay officially back after four straight wins?

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(00:00) Introduction

(00:56) Quick Hitters

(08:35) Buy Or Sell

(29:44) Ducks Are Fun to Watch

(37:28) Lightning Are Back?

(42:50) Outro

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In this episode, we break down Nikita Kucherov reaching 1,000 career points and Sidney Crosby hitting the 1,700-game milestone—two legendary achievements in NHL history. Then we dive into Logan Cooley’s massive 8-year extension with the Utah Mammoth and how Utah’s red-hot start is turning heads across the league. Are they building a juggernaut? We also analyze the Seattle Kraken’s surprising position in the Pacific Division—can they sustain it, or is regression coming? Finally, Mariah Stark of The Hockey Writers joins us for Thursday Therapy to unpack what’s gone wrong for the Minnesota Wild early this season.

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(00:00) Introduction

(01:29) Kucherov 1000 points

(06:39) Crosby 1700 points

(14:26) Cooley Signs Extension

(23:20) Kraken Good Start

(37:48) Mariah Stark Joins

(53:24) Outro

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