The Morning Skate

In this episode, the guys dive into some hot NHL topics, including the current goalie situation in the league. They break down the performances of Linus Ullmark (OTT), Alex Lyon (DET), and others like Vasilevsky (TBL) and Swayman (BOS), exploring the challenges between rest and rust for goalies with 65 points or less.

The suspension saga continues as Minnesota's Ryan Hartman faces a ten-game suspension for roughing Ottawa’s Tim Stützle. The guys discuss the impact of Hartman’s fifth suspension, his appeal, and his salary forfeiture. Plus, Ray Ferraro weighs in with some harsh words about Hartman’s style of play.

In Four Nations news, the crew covers Canada, the USA, Sweden, and Finland's updates. They talk about key players, injuries, and surprising omissions like Logan Thompson from Team Canada. Steve Valiquette offers his take on Thompson’s exclusion, hinting at personal dynamics within the selection process.

The Rangers are making moves! The latest trade sees J.T. Miller and Erik Brannstrom joining the team in exchange for Filip Chytil and a 2025 first-round pick. With Miller and Mika Zibanejad lighting it up, the guys debate what this means for the Rangers' playoff hopes.

Plus, with the Bruins' struggles on the third and fourth lines, and the upcoming trade deadline, will Boston be buyers or sellers?

The episode also touches on Jonathan Quick reaching 400 wins, the impact of injuries like Edstrom’s LBI on the Bruins’ fourth line, and the fantasy hockey hot and cold streaks that could change your roster.

Catch the latest episode and don’t forget to use promo code TMS25 for 25% off Key Sparkling Water!

On another special Beanpot episode of The Morning Skate, Brownie is joined by Associate Head Coach Nick Carpenito and they talk about winning Northeastern's 3rd straight Beanpot (being undefeated at TD Garden) and securing title #20 in this historic tourney. Coach Carp shares his thoughts and insights into the game and of course some stories.

On a special Beanpot episode, Brownie is joined by Mary Ciampa (WomenX) and Linda Lundrigan (Northeastern player, coach and Beanpot Hall of Famer) to talk about the 46th Women's Beanpot. They talk about what the Beanpot means to them, what goes into making this happen and what you can do to help sell out the TD Garden.

__________________________________________________________________________________

The Morning Skate YouTube channel is the perfect destination for all hockey fans looking for the latest news, entertainment, podcasts, and interviews related to the sport. By subscribing to our channel, you will have access to exclusive content, insightful commentary, and engaging discussions about everything related to the game. Whether you're a die-hard fan or just getting into hockey, our channel has something for everyone. So don't miss out on all the action and subscribe to The Morning Skate YouTube channel today!

📹 Watch our most recent videos and subscribe to our channel:

https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCVA3xitaXUq9yHR4J8G8ILg

🎧 Listen & Subscribe to all of our podcasts:

Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/0bcdhqLDUlsy65UoN89nym?si=392446137a534db0

Apple Music: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/the-morning-skate/id1168889220

🖥️ Visit our website:

www.morning-skate.com

--------------------------------------SOCIAL--------------------------------------

📸 Instagram:

https://www.instagram.com/morning_skate

🐦 Twitter:

https://twitter.com/morning_skate

🌐 Facebook:

https://www.facebook.com/morningskate

Welcome back to The Morning Skate, your go-to podcast for all things hockey, from the NHL to the world of Club and Junior leagues! In this action-packed episode, we kick off the new year with a deep dive into the latest headlines and standout moments from around the hockey world.

We’re talking about the impressive turnaround in Colorado’s goalie room with the Wood brothers, the Sabres' staggering losing streak, and Detroit’s surprising success under new interim coach Todd McLellan. Plus, we’ve got all the details on a thrilling UNLV Rebels upset over Denver and a packed trade deadline discussion that spans the NHL and PWHL.

We also highlight some impressive individual milestones: Connor McDavid’s rise through the Oilers’ all-time points list, Connor Hellebuyck’s 300th win, Sidney Crosby’s latest historic achievement, and Alex Ovechkin’s race to break Wayne Gretzky’s all-time goal record.

We’ll also give you the scoop on the latest World Juniors action, including a wild shootout between Sweden and Czechia, Latvia’s own “Miracle on Ice,” and the 2025 IIHF Hall of Fame class.

All that plus trivia, AHL records, and an update on the top players of the 2000s—The Morning Skate has everything you need to stay updated on the ever-changing world of hockey.

Grab your coffee, put your skates on, and join us for a new year full of hockey talk!

Welcome to The Morning Skate, your go-to destination for the latest and greatest in the NHL! Join us as we dive into the ice-cold action of the league, featuring riveting stories and expert analysis. In this week’s episode, we’ll warm your hearts with the tale of Teddy Blueger’s mom, Jana, who not only made a memorable journey from Latvia for a family reunion but also took home a staggering 50/50 jackpot of $105,853 at her first NHL game!

We'll discuss the heart-stopping moments on the ice, from Michael McCarron’s unfortunate injury at the hands of Lian Bischel's skate to the fierce protective instincts shown by the San Jose Sharks in defense of rising star Macklin Celebrini. Connor Hellebuyck made history as the fastest U.S. born goaltender to achieve 20 wins in just 26 starts, shattering records held for nearly a century.

It’s not all smooth skating, as we bid farewell to veteran Kevin Shattenkirk, who has officially hung up his skates after an inspiring 15-season career. We’ll also dive into some intriguing trades, including the recent moves of Oliver Wahlstrom and Kaapo Kakko that are shaking up the league’s balance.

On the lighter side, we’ll talk about the unorthodox exploits of Ottawa’s EBUG Zach Dietz, who sprinted through the snow to make it to the rink in time. Plus, we’ll touch on cultural hockey moments, such as Charles Barkley’s support of local teams and a peculiar yearly tradition in Iceland known as Jolabokaflod.

With games across the league and the latest rankings, don’t miss our breakdown of the Bruins’ West Coast road trip — highs, lows, and everything in between. Whether you’re a die-hard fan or just getting into the game, The Morning Skate is here to keep you informed and entertained! Grab your coffee and lace up your skates – it's time to hit the rink!

Get ready for your daily dose of NHL news, trades, and insider insights with The Morning Skate! Hosted by Ked and Brownie, and produced by Jesse, this episode dives deep into the latest headlines, including the Four Nations tournament teams, huge contract extensions, and significant trades that are shaking up the league.

We break down Patrik Laine's return to Montreal, the Jacob Trouba trade, Igor Shesterkin's record-setting contract, and the ripple effects of major trades across the league. Plus, hear about the latest drama from around the NHL, including coaching changes, player suspensions, and some off-ice stories that will leave you laughing.

This week's guest, Coach Carp, joins to discuss what it takes to make it in today’s NHL and share his thoughts on the changing landscape of the game. Whether it's the PWHL's exciting new rule changes or Sidney Crosby’s Thanksgiving dinner traditions, we cover it all in this packed episode!

Tune in for lively discussions, expert analysis, and everything you need to stay in the loop on all things hockey.

Don’t miss this action-packed episode of The Morning Skate—where hockey happens first thing in the morning!

Ked and Brownie are back to break down NHL news:

- Ovechkin Injury

- McDavid Stat

- JT Miller Leave of Absense

- KHL 3v3 League

- Bruins Fire Montgomery

Ked asks what Brownie does to light a spark in beer league and Brownie is grateful for new jeans.

On another special Northeastern Huskies episode of the podcast, Brownie got to talk with junior defenseman Jules Constantinople. They talked about growing up in CT, working her way through her youth league and her progression from a freshman on campus to being one of the most dependable D on the squad and this past week's Hockey East Defender of the Week. The pair finish up with the always popular Lightning Round.

Ked and Brownie are back and introduce Jesse, our new podcast producer extraordinaire

and stat guy. The fellas break down all big stories in the NHL.

- Jets are on FIRE

- Penguins are burning it down

- Both the Rangers and Bruins STINK

- NHL Trades

- Legendary ECHL EBUG

The boys chat beer league, show off the Bodega Cats and go over color set ups for make believe new teams they might start next season wink wink.

This episode of The Morning Skate is brought to you by Key Sparkling Water. Between dodging pucks and heckling refs, you need a hydration game that keeps up. Enter KEY Sparkling Water. Need a refresh? Skate over to keysparklingwater.com and save 20% by using code TMS24. You can also find KEY on Amazon, or if you're local to Saratoga; at BurgerFi, Franklin Market, Fat Paulies, and Capital Roots. KEY Sparkling Water – Phone. Wallet. KEY.

On a special NCAA podcast; Brownie is joined by Cass Turner: Head Coach of the Quinnipiac University Women's Hockey Team. In a great conversation, they talk about her playing career, how she got to Quinnipiac and some of her teammates along the way. The pair also get into her coaching philosophy, some of the players she coached and how she's built a winning and supportive culture. They end on the always popular Lightning Round. Out now on all available podcast platforms.