Father & Son Face-off

In Episode 35, the guys start off by breaking down their favorite jersey number 35s—Son honoring Seattle netminder Joey Daccord and his iconic Winter Classic shutout victory, while Father digs into NHL Top 100 legend Tony Esposito's hardware-filled, Hall-of-Fame career in Chicago. Next, they react to the chaos of the NHL Frozen Frenzy: 16 staggered games, 112 total goals, the Tkachuk brothers combining for a Matthew-assisted Brady natural hat trick, and a Kraken netminder landing a blocker punch on Trevor Zegras. Plus, they look at Seattle’s current playoff standing, early fantasy hockey activity, and the unfortunate news of Igor Shesterkin’s season-ending knee surgery. Finally, Son breaks down his youth squad’s 1-3 tournament run on a massive Olympic-sized rink, reflecting on a tough but valuable learning experience where he played strong hockey despite the mixed results.

(Recorded 10/14/26)

In Episode 34, the guys break down their jersey number choices, with Son honoring Toronto superstar Auston Matthews' unique journey from Arizona and Switzerland to his Big Papi baseball connection, while Father pays tribute to U.S. Hockey Hall of Fame netminder John Vanbiesbrouck. Then, they get into massive NHL news: Alex Ovechkin announcing his retirement after 22 historic seasons! Son gets a huge surprise with tickets to see Ovi’s final game in Seattle, and Father and Son share a segment they recorded live from the arena at the Kraken’s electric 6-1 home opener victory over Calgary. Plus, they touch on Igor Shesterkin’s wild back-to-back goal-and-assist performance and preview Son’s upcoming tournament trip north to Canada after a big 2-game weekend sweep to start the regular season.

(Recorded 10/5/26)

In Episode 33, the guys get it started by diving into their jersey number histories—Son honoring Boston Bruins titan Zdeno Chára and his towering Stanley Cup legacy, while Dad looks back at Hall of Fame netminder Patrick Roy, the infamous 11-goal game in Montreal, and the legendary bench blowup that sparked his trade to Colorado. After giving a quick shoutout to the Seattle Kraken as the NHL's 32nd franchise, the banter heats up: Son takes shots at the Panthers, crowns his Dallas Stars as the best team in the league, and calls out Toronto for even entertaining a Matthew Knies trade. Plus, they lock in their Stanley Cup Final predictions, celebrate new captaincies for David Pastrňák and Macklin Celebrini, and discuss the inaugural PWHL All-Star Game in Toronto. To wrap it up, Son shares an unreal weekend of youth hockey featuring an emergency goalie shortage, a skater stepping into the pads to secure a 5-3 win, and a two-goal, one-assist performance that earned a compliment from the ref for being outright "filthy."

(Recorded 9/26/26)

In Episode 32, the guys kick things off by talking about their picks for jersey number 32s—Son breaking down his love for acrobatic netminder Jonathan Quick, while Dad looks back at the high-scoring, hard-hitting career of Capitals icon Dale Hunter. Next, they jump into pro hockey news to discuss why the Tkachuk brothers aren't sharing a line as the NHL's real-life "Bash Bros," Connor Hellebuyck skipping Jets training camp amid trade talks, the declining trajectory of the Red Wings, and the impending end of the NHL's Emergency Backup Goalie (EBUG) era. Plus, they touch on Ryan Reaves and the last three visorless players in the league, maximum contract limits, and the Seattle Torrent signing star draft pick Abbey Murphy! To top it off, Son celebrates another big win for his youth squad where he found the back of the net. (Recorded 9/23/26)

In Episode 31, the guys tackle a battle of the crease as Dad breaks down the slash-happy, 4-time Stanley Cup-winning legacy of Islanders legend Billy Smith, while Son spotlights 14-year NHL veteran, Cup champion, and current Seattle Kraken netminder Philipp Grubauer. The pro hockey talk heats up as Cale Makar resets the NHL market as the league's new highest-paid player on an 8-year, $163 million deal, an ex-Kraken favorite heads to the Big Apple, and the U.S. Hockey Hall of Fame class gets announced featuring T.J. Oshie. On the home front, Grandmother comes to town, Son navigates high school marching band camp, and his youth team jumps out to a hot 4-0-1 preseason start! To close things out, they react to a wild college football slate, including the Texas Longhorns' thrilling 21-point comeback against Ohio State, and break down the Seahawks NFL week one win over the Patriots in a rematch of the Super Bowl.

(Recorded 9/14/26)

In Episode 30, the guys kick things off by talking jersey numbers and diving into the legendary career of Hall of Fame goaltender Martin Brodeur, from his three Stanley Cups and Olympic gold with Team Canada, to the iconic rule change he inspired. Next, they geek out over a rare 1-of-1 Macklin Celebrini hockey card fetching an astonishing 1.28 million dollars, joining Wayne Gretzky in elite territory. Plus, a busy personal life update: Grandma is coming to town, the podcast will be taking a brief hiatus, and the recap covers a fun trip to a WNBA Washington Mystics season ticket member event and an exciting Yankees vs. Orioles game (complete with a new ballcap, and strawberry lemonade, bringing the ballpark tally to 6!)

(Recorded 8/20/26)

In Episode 29, the guys kick off with jersey numbers, highlighting the prank-loving, three-time Stanley Cup champion, Marc-André Fleury. They also touch on future hall-of-famers Nathan MacKinnon and Leon Draisaitl who wear 29. The father spotlights legendary Canadiens netminder Ken Dryden, who won 6 Cups in just 7 seasons before going on to become a writer, teacher, sports executive, and politician! The hockey talk shifts to the front office as they break down Macklin Celebrini’s massive 5-year, $94 million contract extension at just 20 years old, before comparing the highest-paid players across the big four US sports, led by Shohei Ohtani. They look ahead to the exciting upcoming "Frozen Frenzy" where all 32 NHL teams hit the ice in a single night. Next, they pivot to the diamond for some blockbuster MLB trade talk, covering Tarik Skubal to the Dodgers, Adley Rutschman to the Red Sox, and pitcher Luis Castillo to the White Sox. The son shares highlights from his Play-by-Play Sports Broadcasting camp, where he learned the ins and outs of the media world, including his opportunity to interview Brady Henderson, ESPN reporter covering the Seattle Seahawks. They wrap up by heading to the socials to check out the Father and Son Faceoff Instagram feed and chat about what's trending!

(Recorded 8/5/26)

In this episode the guys kick things off with jersey number 28! The son shares a personal story about meeting Timo Meier, while the father spotlights the legendary Steve Larmer. The hockey talk heats up as they discuss rumors that Jonathan Toews will play his final ceremonial game with the Chicago Blackhawks before calling it a career, along with a look back at "Showtime" Patrick Kane as Chicago's iconic early-2000s first overall pick, and their memories of watching Jaromír Jágr live before his retirement. They also dive into Jason Robertson’s contract situation, the top unsigned NHL free agents, and why players seem hesitant to sign with the Seattle Kraken. Then, they bounce over to the NBA to react to LeBron James’ shock signing with the Philadelphia 76ers in pursuit of another ring! Finally, they wrap up with World Cup updates—recapping Spain’s defeat of Argentina, the drama surrounding Argentina’s post-match reaction, the England vs. France third-place showdown, Kylian Mbappé’s golden boot performance, and Jude Bellingham’s impact. They also give a special shoutout to Flavor Flav for hosting the USA Women’s Hockey team along many other female Olympians and Paralympians at SHE Weekend!

(Recorded 7/25/26)

In this episode, the guys embrace the number 27 as they dive into the legends and future stars of the game! They break down the brilliance of Berkley Catton and the legendary career of Scott Niedermayer. The focus then shifts to the Kraken Development Camp, where the duo shares their firsthand experience watching the prospects, and the 4-1 outcome of the Stucky Cup. Plus, the son shares a personal highlight meeting the “Big Wiz”, Zaccharya Wisdom, and the guys discuss the Kraken’s massive roster shake-up that leaves only six original players remaining. The conversation expands beyond the rink as the father sounds off on the Carolina Hurricanes ownership and the controversy around the Stanley Cup. They also chat about the massive $9 billion sale of the Seattle Seahawks. They round out the episode with a look at the latest World Cup drama, from Spain’s victory over France to the anticipated matchup between England and Argentina, with a special shoutout to the sensational Lamine Yamal.

(Recorded 7/15/26)

The hockey offseason is in full swing, and the guys are diving deep into the future and history of the sport! In this episode, they break down the NHL Draft, starting with the first overall pick, Gavin McKenna, and the excitement surrounding the Ruck twins. They also share the inspiring story of Jaxon Cover moving from roller hockey to the ice. The conversation then shifts to the Lone Star State as they discuss the potential for a new NHL team in Texas—Houston or Austin—while revisiting the history of Houston’s past hockey teams and the legacy of the World Hockey Association. They wrap up the show by exploring the possibility of a farm team in San Antonio, highlighting the tallest player ever drafted, and analyzing the latest offseason player movement and goalie trades shaking up the league.

(Recorded 7/1/26)