In this conversation, Ant and Matt delve into the current state of the NHL, discussing the tight playoff race at the midway point of the season, the upcoming trade deadline, and the dynamics of the Eastern Conference. They highlight surprising team performances, key players making an impact, and the historic chase of Alex Ovechkin for the all-time goals record. The discussion also touches on the struggles of certain players and teams, providing insights into the challenges and opportunities ahead in the season. In this episode, Ant and Matt delve into the current state of NHL players, focusing on Elias and Fiala’s performance, team dynamics, and the impact of off-ice issues like robberies. They also discuss the NHL’s copyright challenges affecting content creators and look ahead to upcoming games, providing insights and predictions for the week ahead.