The post-season is finally here! This week, the guys dive into the NHL Playoff bracket, breaking down the first-round matchups and locking in their official picks. They also share their excitement for the podcast’s Bracket Challenge and the chance to host a lucky listener as a guest star. The conversation shifts to the PWHL, where the playoff field is now officially set and the race for the Walter Cup is heating up. Closer to home, the son shares the big news from a stressful tryout season: he’s officially returning to his team as a veteran second-year player, with plenty of familiar teammates joining him for another run! Finally, they recount a "small world" encounter at a local ice cream shop with a player tied to the Jaden Schwartz family, proving once again that the hockey community is a very tight-knit circle.

(Recorded 4/21/26)

The post-season is calling! This week, the guys break down the NHL playoff race, with the son rooting for the Dallas Stars to go all the way while lamenting the Seattle Kraken officially falling out of the hunt. They tackle the massive rumors surrounding an Alex Ovechkin retirement and give a huge stick tap to Cole Caufield for his incredible 50-goal season. They quickly recap the son’s first foray into NHL fantasy league where he had an interesting management approach and season. The conversation gets real with an update on youth hockey tryouts, as the son shares his perspective on dealing with disappointment and staying focused for the next opportunity on the schedule. Finally, they look ahead to a well-deserved spring break and the son’s birthday celebration at the Seattle Mariners game!

(Recorded 4/9/26)

The hardware is coming home! The guys celebrate a massive State Championship sweep this past weekend, with the son’s team going 5-0 to claim the title. They break down the heart-pounding semi-final and final games, including a highlight-reel defensive play where the son, without his stick, fended off two opponents to keep possession. Beyond the ice, the duo discusses the importance of character, specifically the son’s sportsmanlike gesture toward a former teammate, a moment worthy of the NHL’s Lady Byng Trophy. They also catch up on the NHL playoff race as the first teams clinch their spots and look ahead to the Seattle Kraken heading overseas to Finland for the Global Series. Finally, they look forward to the upcoming tryout season and may likely take a short break while the son gets dialed in for the tryouts!

(Recorded 3/23/26)

This episode is a "short shift" as the son locks in for his youth team’s upcoming State Championship tournament. After a few high-energy scrimmages, the team is pumped and ready to chase the title. The guys celebrate Team USA Sled Hockey’s dominant gold medal win in Milan, completing a historic "three-gold sweep" for USA Hockey. In the NHL, they break down the latest injury reports, welcoming Sidney Crosby back to the ice while keeping fingers crossed for Leon Draisaitl’s playoff return. Finally, they pivot to the diamond to recap Venezuela’s thrilling 3-2 upset over Team USA in the World Baseball Classic final. The duo wishes a huge "good luck" to every youth hockey team hitting the ice for their end-of-season championships!

(Recorded 3/18/26)

The NHL trade deadline has come and gone, and the guys are grading the biggest moves—including John Carlson heading to the Ducks, Conor Garland to Columbus, and Nick Foligno’s emotional reunion with his brother in Minnesota. Over in Milan, the excitement is just as high as Declan Farmer shatters Paralympic scoring records, leading Team USA Sled Hockey into the semifinals. Closer to home, the son’s youth team is celebrating a first-place league finish and shifting into high gear with scrimmages and practices for the upcoming State Championship. Finally, the duo trades their skates for cleats as they discuss the high-energy World Baseball Classic and the son’s upcoming first day of Little League!

(Recorded 3/9/26)

Episode 14 starts with a huge "welcome to the bench" for some new listeners—the son’s very own teammates! The guys recap a close season finale for the youth team, where they faced a tough goalie but still managed to come out ahead to finish on a high note. The energy stays high as they discuss the Seattle Torrent’s record-breaking sellout and the homecoming for the Olympic medalists returning to PWHL ice. The duo also looks ahead to the Paralympics, specifically cheering on legendary sled hockey goaltender Jen Lee, whom they remember watching practice years ago in San Antonio! They also give a massive shout-out to the accessibility features at their local rink that make sled hockey possible there. Finally, they touch on the son's latest fantasy hockey game in progress, a so-far quiet NHL trade deadline approaching, and the importance of Hockey Week Across America and "Try Hockey For Free" day.

(Recorded 3/4/26)

It’s a golden episode! The guys recap the heart-stopping USA Olympic double-gold sweep, with both the men’s and women’s teams defeating Canada in dramatic 2-1 overtime thrillers. They celebrate the heroics of the goalies and Seattle Torrent captain Hilary Knight, whose clutch game-tying goal forced the son to cheer (very quietly!) while behind enemy lines in Canada. Back home, the son shares the excitement of a 5:00 AM wake-up call for the men’s final followed by his own league-clinching victory later that day. The duo also reflects on a tough tournament in Canada, discussing hard lessons about avoiding retaliatory penalties in the face of derogatory taunts. Speaking of lessons learned, they were disappointed in the U.S. men’s team’s behavior and hope the incident emphasizes the importance of championing women in sports and showing respect at every level.

(Recorded 2/22/26)

The Winter Games are officially underway, and Episode 12 is packed with Olympic fever, championship celebrations, and league-leading updates! The guys dive into the kickoff of the Milan-Cortina 2026 Winter Games, sharing their impressions of everything from curling and ski jumping to the biathlon. On the ice, they break down the USA Women’s historic dominance and look ahead to the men’s puck drop—though the son laments the struggle of catching those live games across the time zones! The celebration continues off the ice as they celebrate the Seattle Seahawks’ Super Bowl LX victory. Back on local ice, the son’s youth team is sitting pretty at the top of the league with only three losses all season and four more games to go. To wrap up, they preview their final travel tournament in British Columbia and announce a short break for some much-needed ski days.

(Recorded 2/9/26)

The duo is back in the booth after a quick flu-induced hiatus, and they have plenty to report from their marathon trip to Irvine, California! They recap a packed weekend of youth hockey, Hollywood sights, and whirlwind day at Disneyland. The guys also share their live impressions of the North American Roller Hockey Championship (NARCh), their first time seeing the game on wheels. The son’s team also got to experience watching the Ducks and Kings battle it out in person at the Honda Center in Anaheim. Next, the father and son break down the memorable Stadium Series clash between Tampa Bay and Boston and the latest blockbuster NHL trade. Finally, they send some hometown love to the Seattle Seahawks as they head to the Super Bowl!

(Recorded 2/4/26)

The guys take a quick detour to the gridiron to recap their New Year’s trip to the Alamo Bowl before diving headfirst back into the rink. They break down recent NHL milestones from legends like Crosby and Ovechkin, while checking in on the league's newest rising star, Celebrini. The duo celebrates Sweden’s 2026 World Junior gold medal victory before getting into the "dirty areas" of youth hockey, including a Brad Marchand-level cheap shot from the son! They also preview an upcoming travel tournament to Irvine, California, debut a self-proclaimed “hilarious” chirp of the week, and start a search for the perfect podcast catchphrase. Have an idea? Let them know in the comments!

(Recorded 1/11/26)