The Lighter Side Pod

In this episode Joe and Tom take a look at the all-time playoff points leaders for each franchise in the NHL. This episode the top 10 franchise scorers will be discussed reminiscing on hockey memories and playoff longevity.

In this episode Joe and Tom conclude the draft preview series by recapping the top 15 prospects and identifying prospects that could make some significant jumps in round 1 of the upcoming NHL draft. Draft rankings taken from eliteprospects.com

In this episode Joe and Tom review prospects ranked 11 - 15 by eliteprospects.com. They breakdown the game of each player and give their opinion on whether each player will be selected higher or lower than current ranking.

Joe and Tom discuss the recent rumors surrounding the NHL's plan to return to hockey this summer. Training camps not officially set to open but talk of playoffs in July played at 4 or 5 neutral sites. In news surrounding the local team, Detroit Red Wings, veteran goalie Jimmy Howard will not be offered a contract next season. Who could be available for the Red Wings to back fill Jimmy Howard as the rebuild continues?

In a continuation of episode 24; this episode Joe and Tom discuss the 5 draft eligible players currently ranked 6 through 10 by eliteprospects.com. Which players could move up into the top 5? Also a scenario that could see teams trade up to land the top goalie in the draft.

Review of the top 5 players ranked by Eliteprospects.com. Tom breaks down the strengths and weaknesses of five players that have a good chance at being the top five players selected whenever the NHL draft is held

Discussion of the 2002 Stanley Cup Finals between the Hall of Fame filled roster of the Detroit Red Wings representing the Western Conference and a surprising opponent from the East; Carolina Hurricanes. The Red Wings had won back to back Stanley Cups in 1997 and 1998. The Carolina Hurricanes were making the finals for the first time in franchise history.

Discussion of the 2001 Stanley Cup Finals between the #1 seed in the west, Colorado Avalanche and the #1 seed in the east, New Jersey Devils. New Jersey was the defending Stanley Cup Champions from 2000 and Colorado was the President Trophy winner as the team with the best record in the regular season. A physical, defensive minded New Jersey team tried to shut down Joe Sakic and a high powered Colorado offense, with 22 year veteran Ray Bourque in search of his first cup in his final season.

Joe and Tom create a list of players from the 1990s and discuss whether those players were underrated or overrated during their playing careers.

Joe and Tom discuss the latest information regarding the NHL season including a few ideas submitted by the General Managers on how to finish the season. Also, the two will revisit the famous Colorado Avalanche and Detroit Red Wings Brawl in Hockeytown on the 23rd Anniversary.