No Pucks Given w/ stuart forreal

Welcome back to another episode of No Pucks Given! In this episode, Stuart Forreal sits down with fellow hockey content creator and Dallas Stars superfan francezttv to break down everything happening across the NHL.

From his viral Tylenol sketch and the reality of building a brand on social media to deep dives into the Dallas Stars' offense, the Connor Hellebuyck trade saga, Connor McDavid's mind-boggling points pace, and the Mike Babcock era in Edmonton—we cover it all!

Plus, we play a hilarious round of NHL Name Association and read live chat reactions.

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Episode Timestamps:

• 00:00 – Welcome to No Pucks Given & Sponsor Shoutout (Bench Clearers)

• 03:08 – Introducing Guest francezttv: Dallas Stars Creator & Viral Tylenol Video

• 09:27 – Dallas Stars Roster Check: Offense Concerns, Roope Hintz, & Cap Management

• 14:26 – The Connor Hellebuyck Saga & Potential Landing Spots (LA, Buffalo, Carolina)

• 17:31 – Connor McDavid’s Insane Point Pace & Oilers Schedule Breakdown

• 18:43 – Mike Babcock Behind the Bench in Edmonton: Accountability vs. Knoblock

• 24:59 – Western Conference Rivalries: Colorado Avalanche, Minnesota Wild, & Vegas Golden Knights

• 33:57 – NHL Name Association Game (Modano, Turco, MacKinnon, Faksa, McDavid & More)

• 42:00 – Cup or Bust Expectations for the Oilers & Handling Social Media Haters

• 50:50 – Where to Find Frances TTV & Final Sign-Off

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  • TikTok: @francezttv

  • Instagram: @francezttv

  • Twitch: twitch.tv/francez

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We’re back for Season 3! Stuart sits down with Toronto sports creator James Price (@jamesprice) for an unfiltered look across Edmonton and Toronto sports.

We dive deep into the heated Oilers goaltending debate (Devin Levi, Connor Ingram's retirement, Freddie Andersen's timeline), Connor Hellebuyck holdout drama, and Mike Babcock taking over behind the bench in Edmonton.

Plus, we cover Toronto sports chaos—including Vlad Guerrero Jr.'s controversial comments, Kawhi Leonard’s return to the Raptors, and the Maple Leafs' roster overhaul (the Matthew Knies for Kirill Marchenko trade, Gavin McKenna's NHL transition, and scrapping team dress codes).

Stick around for a rapid-fire word association game featuring takes on McDavid, Hellebuyck, Bettman, Marner, and more!

In This Episode:

• 00:00 – Season 3 Kickoff & Benchclearers Sponsor Spotlight

• 02:15 – Blue Jays' Slump & Vlad Jr.'s Contract Comments

• 06:30 – Kawhi Leonard Returns to the Raptors: Hopes vs. Injury Risks

• 10:45 – Gavin McKenna's First 3 Games & NHL Adjustment

• 14:20 – Matthew Knies for Kirill Marchenko Trade Breakdown

• 18:10 – Leafs Culture Check: Scrapping Suits & On-Ice Drama

• 23:00 – Oilers Goalie Debate: Levi, Ingram's Retirement & Andersen

• 27:45 – Connor Hellebuyck Trade Speculation & Holdout Drama

• 31:10 – John Chayka in Toronto & Mike Babcock in Edmonton

• 35:00 – Mitch Marner's Exit & Toronto Fan Pressure

• 38:30 – Content Creation: Streaming Sports on TikTok & YouTube

• 42:15 – Rapid-Fire Word Association (McDavid, Hellebuyck, Marner & More!)

  
  

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Season 2 ends with absolute fireworks! Former NHL enforcer Kurtis Gabriel joins No Pucks Given for our Season 2 Finale, and things get intense before the intro even wraps up.

Kurtis comes in hot, calling us out over previous comments and forcing an immediate clash right out of the gate. Once the initial dust settles, we go head-to-head on one of the most talked-about topics in hockey: Evander Kane. Kurtis breaks down the behind-the-scenes reality from his perspective, while we stand our ground on Kane's impact in Edmonton.

Plus, Kurtis holds nothing back on the Edmonton Oilers, dropping a bold take on why they won't win a Stanley Cup.

Finally, Kurtis shifts gears to talk life after hockey, unpacking his "We Are One" philosophy and his current work as a mental health coach.

Thank you for an incredible Season 2! Like, subscribe, and get ready—Season 3 is right around the corner.

Kurtis Gabriel is coming for Evander Kane—and it’s time to set the record straight. In Season 2, Episode 14 of No Pucks Given, we break down the latest Gabriel vs. Kane media war, why Evander is being unfairly targeted, and what the real story is behind the headlines. Plus, we dive into massive roster shifts, trade demands, and host changes around the Edmonton Oilers and across the NHL.

In This Episode:

• Evander Kane vs. Kurtis Gabriel: Deconstructing Gabriel's comments, calling out the noise, and standing up for Evander.

• Oilers Broadcast Shakeup: Tony Brar bids farewell—is Paige Martin set to take over as the next Oilers team host?

• Connor Hellebuyck Trade Blockbuster: Analyzing his request to leave, his no-move clause, and which teams he's willing to waive for.

• Evander Kane's Free Agency: Where does he land? Are the Oilers still in play or are other contenders making moves?

• Vladimir Tarasenko Target: The Oilers missed him in the offseason, but is he still a realistic trade target down the line?

• Dylan Larkin Trade Rumors: Breaking down Larkin's desire to leave Detroit and what a package would cost.

• The McDavid Toronto Rumors: Lauren McDavid selling Maple Leafs gear—innocent merchandise venture or a sign Connor is looking east?

• Oilers Netminders Under Pressure: How Edmonton handles the crease with Frederik Andersen sidelined for the first month.

• Mike Babcock & Trent Frederic: Can Babcock unlock Frederic's full potential this season?

• The Connor Clattenburg Campaign: Why Clattenburg has earned a full-time spot on the Oilers' roster.

• Savoie & Flames Outlook: Matt Savoie's injury impact, plus Calgary's goaltending tandem in their final run at the Saddledome.

  
  

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Rick Rowley rejoins the show for Season 2, Episode 13 of the No Pucks Given podcast! We’re diving deep into the biggest storylines across hockey, from international gold medal thrillers to high-stakes NHL roster assessments.

If you're searching for deep Edmonton Oilers roster breakdowns, Toronto Maple Leafs analysis, and unfiltered NHL banter, this episode has you covered.

Episode Highlights:

• Hlinka Gretzky Cup Gold: Team Canada’s massive comeback victory to claim gold, total dominance over Team USA,

• Toronto Maple Leafs Lineup Breakdown: Rick shares his raw assessment of the Leafs roster. Will Toronto bounce back and return to the Stanley Cup Playoffs after missing out last year?

• Edmonton Oilers Roster Assessment: Complete line-by-line breakdown of the Oilers roster, forward depth, defensive pairings, and expectations for the upcoming season.

• NHL Name Association Game: Stuart and Rick play a rapid-fire, hilarious name association game dropping quick thoughts on NHL players, head coaches, and general managers.

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Is Patrick Kane heading to Edmonton?! In this live Q&A, we break down why the Edmonton Oilers need to go all-in on the top remaining free agent on the market.

Here’s what’s packed into today’s episode:

• Patrick Kane to Edmonton? Where he fits in the lineup and if a top-line spot next to McDavid and Hyman makes the Oilers undisputed Stanley Cup contenders.

• McDavid’s Cup Run: Does adding Kane guarantee Connor McDavid brings the Stanley Cup back to Edmonton?

• Colton Dach Extended: What his new deal means for bottom-six depth.

• Connor Clattenburg Watch: Can the young forward break into the opening-night lineup this season?

• Live Fan Q&A: Answering top questions and hot takes straight from the TikTok live stream.

Hit play, subscribe, and drop your thoughts—should Edmonton sign Showtime?

The Edmonton Oilers just pulled off the ultimate Free Agent Frenzy masterclass.

In this episode, we are reacting LIVE to the absolute blockbuster trade sending Darnell Nurse to San Jose, breaking down the massive return of Shakir Mukhamadullin, and discussing what Ryan Shea brings to the blue line. Plus, the biggest shocker of the summer: Stanley Cup champion Frederik Andersen is officially an Edmonton Oiler on a 1-year contract!

We took your live questions straight from TikTok to break down the new-look roster. Is this the blueprint for a Cup run? Let's talk about it.

In this episode:

• The Darnell Nurse Blockbuster Trade & Cap Relief

• Breaking Down the Return: Shakir Mukhamadullin

• Is Ryan Shea a Valid Replacement on the Blue Line?

• Frederik Andersen Signs a 1-Year Deal in Edmonton

• Live TikTok Q&A: Your Roster Questions Answered

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Mike Babcock is officially the new head coach of the Edmonton Oilers, sparking massive controversy across the NHL!

In Season 2, Episode 10 of No Pucks Given Stuart and Rick break down the shocking coaching hire, whether Connor McDavid’s support changes the fan narrative, and if Babcock is truly the piece to deliver a Stanley Cup to Edmonton!

Plus, we dive into the massive news from the 2026 NHL Draft floor: Gavin McKenna goes 1st overall to the Toronto Maple Leafs!

Rick gives his hilarious, unfiltered thoughts on whether the Leafs are finally a playoff-bound team or stuck in a forever rebuild with McKenna on board, and what this means for the future of the Battle of Alberta.

We also break down the blockbuster fallout happening in Edmonton right now: Darnell Nurse has officially requested a trade out of town.

We reveal the 3 teams on his approved trade list!

Follow the show, leave a 5-star review, and let us know in the comments: Is Babcock a massive mistake or a masterstroke for Edmonton?

Is Connor McDavid REALLY going to the Montreal Canadiens?

Stuart and Rick break down the wildest NHL trade rumors, Mitch Marner's Vegas success, and Evan Bouchard’s injury.

Safe to say, Leafs fans are NOT happy watching Mitch Marner tear up the Stanley Cup Final with the Vegas Golden Knights while Freddy Anderson holds down the fort for the Carolina Hurricanes.

Rick drops his unfiltered, hilarious take on whether Toronto fans are secretly rooting against their former star, or if the bitterness is just too real.

Plus, we dive deep into the devastating head injury to Edmonton Oilers defenseman Evan Bouchard at the IIHF World Championship.

What does this mean for the Oilers' upcoming season, and how bad is the fallout?

It is pure, chaotic hockey talk right off the bat. Hit play for the funniest, most honest episode of No Pucks Given yet!

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• Guest: Rick Rowley (@rickrowley3)

The hockey world is absolutely melting down, and we are breaking it all down on Season 2, Episode 8 of No Pucks Given!

First up: The rumor that shook Twitter. Montreal Canadiens insider Marc-Olivier Beaudoin dropped a bombshell claiming that if Connor McDavid ever decides to move on from the Edmonton Oilers, the Habs are sitting right at the top of his destination wish list. Is there any actual validity to this speculative smoke, or is it just classic hockey offseason hysteria? We dive into the source, the cap space reality, and what this chatter means for the Oilers' long-term future.

Next, we shift gears to some incredibly tough news out of the IIHF World Hockey Championship. Team Canada defenseman Evan Bouchard was knocked out of the tournament following a brutal, illegal check to the head by Team USA’s Ryan Lindgren. We discuss the severity of Bouchard’s concussion, the update from GM Stan Bowman, and what this injury timeline looks like for the elite blueliner.

Finally, the coaching carousel in Edmonton is turning into an absolute soap opera. Bruce Cassidy openly expressed his frustration on Spittin' Chiclets about being blocked from interviewing for the open Oilers head coaching job. Vegas Golden Knights GM Kelly McCrimmon fired right back, accusing the Edmonton front office of leaking the story. Can the Oilers find a way to get their top target, or will Vegas block an intradivisional rival from getting their guy?

All this, plus our thoughts on the remaining Stanley Cup Playoffs storylines and more!

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