Snappin' er Around
Join us as we snap around the NHL, breaking down games, trades and the latest news. We then snap around the rest of the hockey world giving our opinions on the latest happenings from junior hockey to overseas. Catch new episodes every week of Snappin’ er Around! Intro music courtesy of Travis Sweiger (instagram - @tsweigsmusic) Merch available - https://www.puckinsight.ca/shop/
Wed, April 23, 2025
Drama in Vancouver - E25
We snap around the league looking at each playoff series. The COL/DAL series shifts to Denver tied at 1-1, while the Jets take a 2-0 lead to St. Louis. Vegas looked strong in their opening game victory, while Edmonton's miraculous comeback falls shot in LA. In the East Toronto used the power play to dominate game 1, while the Canes played their steady game in an opening win. The young Habs showed grit in a comeback verse Washington, but the Caps prevailed in overtime. Vancouver Canucks held an end of season press conference and lots came out of it. Is Tocchet done, will Elias Pettersson be moved this off-season and is a rebuild on the horizon if cornerstone Quinn Hughes wants out? Presented by DraftKings Sports Book
Fri, April 18, 2025
Playoffs!! - E24
At the time of recording we were unsure of who would claim the final wildcard spot in the Eastern Conference, so predictions are made with both Columbus and Montreal in that spot. Playoff prediction time! We run through each series and provide a quick input into who we think will come out of the first round and why. Extra attention is paid to the Colorado vs Dallas series...1) Avs fans, 2) lots of intriguing storylines heading in. Drop a comment on what you think of our predictions and leave your own first round series winners! Presented by Draftkings Sports Book. Use code THPN as a first time bettor, bet $5 and get $200 in bonus bets!
Wed, April 09, 2025
Ovechkin Claims Scoring Title! - E23
Time to rewrite the record. Alexandre Ovechkin now sits atop of the regular season career goals, netting his 895 April 6th against the New York Islanders. A breakdown of the record goal from Ovechkin's office and if there are any current players whom may challenge some Ovechkin's goal records. Transition into playoff outlooks, the Montreal Canadiens and Ottawa Senators are firmly holding the two wildcard spots (Ottawa clinched after recording). We discuss what type of match-up these teams present the division winners in round 1. The Toronto Maple Leafs look poised to claim the Atlantic, but what match-up favours them best, Florida Panthers or the Senators? Regardless the Maple Leafs will have to find an answer for a Tkachuk if they are to put their playoff demons to rest. Presented by Draftkings Sports Book. Download the Draftkings app today and if your new to betting use code THPN for exclusive offer.
Fri, April 04, 2025
NHL and Technology Don't Mix! - E22
Kicking things off discussing the GR8 Chase, as Alex Ovechkin is just 3 goals away from setting the all-time NHL goals record! A quick detour to discuss Sidney Crosby and his record setting 20 point-per-game seasons and where he will fit in the hockey Mt. Rushmore. Trav calls out Jalen Chatfield for his greasy takedown of Connor McMichael. Looking back at the review controversy from the NYI/CBJ game, sends us into the topic of the NHL's current review process and if it needs fixing. Some update talk on Gabriel Landeskog, leads us into a brief playoff breakdown as the regular season inches ever closer to a close. Download the DraftKings Sports Book App! First time users can use the code: THPN for additional bonus bets!
Thu, March 27, 2025
Wildcard Races! - S3, E21
On this episode we revisit the Carolina Hurricanes gamble on Mikko Rantanen and how the situation may affect teams making the big splashes in the future. As the NHL season enters its stretch run, the wildcard races are heating up. Every game is important now and we have a look at where teams currently sit. Ottawa looks legit and a young Montreal team controls their own destiny for a playoff spot, while the two New York teams and floundering Detroit and Columbus are all in the hunt. Out west the St. Louis Blues are the hottest team in the league and have overtaken Calgary and Vancouver for the second wildcard spot. Vancouver's turmoil's season has them in jeopardy of missing playoffs, while a surprising Calgary team control's their own fate with games in hand. The LA Kings and Edmonton Oilers are set to square up for a fourth season, and this just might be LA's year to "slay the dragon". Positive news on the injury front as Colorado captain Gabriel Landeskog has been travelling and skating with the team for over a week. This hints at a possible return, as we break down what that might mean. Snappin' ER Around is presented by Draftkings Sports Book! Use code THPN as a first time bettor and receive bonus bets!
Wed, March 12, 2025
Post Trade Deadline Juggernauts - E20
The trade deadline has passed and the arms race is over, as teams set their sights fully on the chase for the Stanley Cup! Five teams made big swings this deadline period, as the Dallas Stars landed the biggest piece in Mikko Rantanen, while Colorado revamped their centre depth to arguably be the best in the Western Conference. While in the East all eyes were on the Atlantic, as the Toronto Maple Leafs bring Scott Laughton in as their 3C and bolster the blue line with a surprise addition. The Florida Panthers broke the hearts of a division rival obtaining their captain, while the Tampa Bay Lightning feel they have the best mix of a top 9 forward group in the division. The biggest surprise move came between Ottawa and Buffalo, as the teams swapped young centermen, a move that Ottawa hopes puts them over the edge for the playoff race. Snappin' ER Around is presented by Draftkings Sportsbook. Download the Draftkings Sportsbook app and use code THPN for an exclusive offer!
Fri, March 07, 2025
Trades! and Deadline Mystic - E19
The Colorado Avalanche bring in Ryan Lindgren and Jimmy Vesey from New York, as they get a head start on the trade deadline. The Florida Panthers take a big swing with acquiring Seth Jones from the Chicago Blackhawks and not to be out done the Tampa Bay Lightening bring back an old face in Yanni Goure, along with Oliver Bjorkstrand. We discuss our top team of interest heading into the deadline, as there is limited true sellers, before a quick talk about what the ideal acquisition would be for the Avalanche.
Fri, February 28, 2025
Rantanen Trade Part 2? - E18
Canada is victorious at the 4Nations Face-off, with Connor McDavid scoring the "golden goal" and Jordan Bennington proving a lot of doubters wrong with a stellar performance. A look back at the tournament as a whole and what could be in store for future "best-on-best" international tournaments. Will Canada and USA look the same at the 2026 Winter Olympics, and did the States galaxy brain the championship game lineup decisions? Is Mikko Rantanen on the move again? Speculation swirls around the Finnish star and the Hurricanes, as an extension has yet to be reached and Carolina facing reality that they might lose another in-season acquired superstar. We give our take on what it would take to get the Avalanche to trade Callum Ritchie, the teams top prospect and likely future 2C. Presented by: Draftkings Sports Books
Thu, February 20, 2025
Face-off of Success - S3, E17
The Four Nations Face-off has been a great success for the NHL. The product on the ice is entertaining and bringing in great crowds, and the players are actually showing effort. Building on the success, Gary Bergman has announced an international schedule with NHL participation up until 2032 (2 Olympics and 2 World Cups), but is that just the commissioner looking to go out on a positive high note? Did the NHL botch the rulings on injury replacements, or was it always their intention to leave it a grey area to create further drama around the event. With the final set for Thursday night, Canada vs USA, the new era of best-on-best international hockey is officially underway! Presented by: Draftkings
Sat, February 08, 2025
Miller Trade & Atlantics Division Midseason Review - E16
Vancouver has finally ended the Miller/Pettersson trade saga, by sending JT Miller back to New York where his career began. In return the Canucks received Filip Chytil, Victor Mancini, and a 1st round pick. We look at what the trade means for both teams and how it affects playoff pictures. Shifting to the Atlantic we breakdown how the division has shaped out so far this season and look ahead to which teams are performing well heading into the stretch run. Presented by: Draftkings Sportsbook
Fri, January 31, 2025
Central Division Midseason Review - E15
Time to recap the Central Division! Things start with the Avalanche and examining how Martin Necas and Jack Drury have fit into Colorado after 3 games, and where the Avs go from here. Moving to Chicago, we discuss the forgotten team in the blockbuster trade, and question if the Hawks are truly doing their rebuild any favours. St. Louis and Utah are milling around the edges of the Wildcard race, but do they have enough to make a push? Is it time for Nashville to write of the season and focus on next year? Are the Wild the dark horse team of the Division or is great goaltending covering up lapses elsewhere in their game. Finally the Jets and Stars look poised to claim the top two spots in the division but for them it's all about playoff success. Thanks for tuning in, like and subscribe on Youtube! Tune in next week for the final midseason division review as we go over the Atlantic. Presented by: Draftkings Sports Book
Sat, January 25, 2025
Avalanche Trade Rantanen to Hurricanes! - Bonus Episode
The Colorado Avalanche and Carolina Hurricanes used the Chicago Blackhawks help to facilitate a blockbuster trade! Mikko Rantanen, a decade Avalanche, who helped Colorado win the Stanley Cup in 2022 has been trade to Carolina for Martin Necas, Jack Drury and draft picks. We break down the departure of Rantanen from Colorado's lineup in this ejidose with more to come in next weeks Central Division Midseason Review! Presented by Draftkings
Sat, January 25, 2025
McDavid Suspension and Metropolitan Midseason Review
The Edmonton Oilers released a statement giving their support for captain and star player Connor McDavid as he deals with a 3-game suspension for cross-checking Connor Garland. Midseason reviews continue with the Metropolitan. Is the Rangers strong start to 2025 a sign they are turning the ship around? and if so can they do it with how tight the Eastern Wildcard race is? The Washington Capitols are one of the darlings of the league, with Logan Thompson continuing to make Hockey Canada's goaltending decisions questionable, and Pierre-luc Dubios fitting in nicely. In Columbus the Blue Jackets are the other darling of the league, with Zach Werenski staking his claim for a Norris trophy and the young stars finding their own in the NHL. The Hurricanes and Devils are where we thought they'd be, though the Devils have slipped recently (PS episode recorded Thursday night). In Long Island, the Islanders are the epitome of mediocrity, briefly touching on their struggles, before shifting to Pennsylvania to talk about the other mediocre teams in the division in Pittsburgh and Philadelphia. Presented by: DraftKings
Wed, January 15, 2025
Canucks and Kraken in Turmoil, While Ducks begin to Fly - S3, E13
Halfway through the 2024-25 NHL season, so a great time to look at the state of each division. Turmoil continues to brew in Vancouver as the Pattersson/Miller saga hurdles towards a massive shift in the Canucks locker room. In Seattle, the Kraken have sunk back down to the depths of the division at a time when they should be rising. What's going on in Seattle and is Ron Francis on the hot seat? Jack Eichel is putting together a stellar season, dragging Vegas to the top seed, is he flying under the radar as a Hart Trophy candidate? In Anaheim, the Ducks are starting to see their young talent come together a bit, with play of young net minder Lukas Dostal the highlight, it's only a matter of time before spring hockey returns to Anaheim. The Flames are having a stellar season and do the Oilers have enough to pass the Golden Knights? Presented by: DraftKings Sports Book
Fri, January 10, 2025
World Juniors Review - S3, E12
After more than 2 weeks off we are back with the first episode of 2025! Time to review the World Juniors where the USA captured their 2nd straight Gold Medal, while Finland and Czechia claimed silver and bronze respectably. Sweden had another flawless round robin only to loose in both the semi's and bronze medal game, while Canada's tournament was an utter disaster. We dive into the issues with the Canadian team, roster construction and coaching decisions (the players did their best we are not blaming them for anything!). Is Latvia becoming a top 8 hockey nation? Some success at the World Men's Championship and knocking off Canada in round robin and giving the Swedes a scare in the quarters. Welcome back everyone we will be returning to weekly episodes now that schedules are back to normal and everyone has returned home. Presented by: Draftkings Sports Book (use code THPN for bonus bets!)
Sat, December 21, 2024
World Juniors and Early Season Prediction Review - S3, E11
The World Junior Championships are around the corner as the boys break down the rosters of Team Canada and Team USA, discussing the strengths and shortcomings of each. The potential of the North American rivals meeting in the Gold Medal game and how Canada needs to stay out of their own way. The New York Rangers are back in headlines trading former 2nd overall pick Kappo Kakko to Seattle for Will Borgen and picks. We discuss the benefit of the trade from Seattle's side and what Kakko could bring with a fresh start, while the Rangers continue to struggle. Touching on another struggling New York State team, Buffalo Sabres, going through an 11 (now 12) game win-less streak. We dig out our early season standings predictions for review, having a look at how teams are fairing to this point in the season based on how we felt they would do at the start of the year. Presented by: Draftkings Gametime Use code THPN for exclusive offers! Follow the Snappin' ER Around social media on X - @SnappinERAround and Instagram - @snappineraround.
Wed, December 11, 2024
Contending Changes - S3, E10
Colorado and San Jose complete a goalie swap, as the Avalanche send Georgiev to the Sharks for Blackwood. The New York Rangers come true on their roster shakeup sending captain Jake Trouba to Anaheim as they look to stabilize the ship. We break down Canada's World Junior Camp invite roster and go through the politics that play a role in Hockey Canada's selection process. Presented by: Draftkings Gametime Use code THPN for offers. Follow the show on X and Instagram - @snappineraround
Wed, December 04, 2024
Avalanche Mock Trades and Four Nation Roster - S3, E9
The Colorado Avalanche are a struggling hockey team based on expectations. The guys go through some mock trades trying to think of something that would shakeup the current roster. Four Nation rosters are being announced on Dec 4 and the boys have consolidated on what they think each roster will look like. Going through Canada, USA, Sweden and Finland explaining specific players that were on each individual roster, before we pick which team is favoured going in. Snappin' er Around is presented by: Draftkings Sportsbooks Gametime
Wed, November 27, 2024
What are you...? - E8, S3
A quick recap of the Avalanche's dumpster fire game in Tampa Bay, reigniting the goaltending discussion. The NCAA/CHL agreement will see major junior players able to play in Division 1 hockey next season. Jim Montgomery spent 5 days unemployed after being fired from the Boston Bruins, what his tenure in Boston looked like and how he will impact St Louis. Vancouver and New York Rangers are contending teams not off to the start they envisioned and has management in a questioning phase. While Columbus continues to toil with elite prospect David Jiricek and the potential trade request coming. Show is presented by: Draftking Raycon Gametime Use code THPN for exclusive offers with each brand.
Fri, November 15, 2024
Snappin' ER Around S3, E7 - Can I Offer You a Trevor Zegras??
Things have turned around in the Rocky Mountains, as the Avalanche get back above a .500 record with reinforcements on the way. The gloom continues in Nashville as Trotz uses the dreaded "rebuild" term. Are the Canadiens and St Louis heading for a break-up? And the biggest puzzle in the NHL, the Pittsburgh Penguins are in true purgatory and continue to sputter. Presented by: DraftKings Raycon GameTime Use code THPN for exclusive offers!
Wed, November 06, 2024
S3, E6 - Ramblings!
Injuries continue to pile up in Colorado. The Washington Capitals are off to an incredible start, as Alex Ovechkin looks primed to break the goal scoring record this season. Some discussion on questionable names floating around for Team Canada at the 4 Nations Face-off and touching on the Franchise values. Presented by: Draftkings Gametime Raycon Use code THPN for exclusive offers!
S3 E6 · Wed, November 06, 2024
S3, E6 - Ramblings!
Injuries continue to pile up in Colorado. The Washington Capitals are off to an incredible start, as Alex Ovechkin looks primed to break the goal scoring record this season. Some discussion on questionable names floating around for Team Canada at the 4 Nations Face-off and touching on the Franchise values. Presented by: Draftkings Gametime Raycon Use code THPN for exclusive offers! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Fri, October 25, 2024
S3, E5 - Contracts
The Avalanche have starting winning hockey games! Talking goalie options for Colorado should they need to go down that path.Contracts! Thoughts on the Mikko Rantanen (Col) and Mitch Marner (Tor) contract situation. Back into goalies as we discuss Igor Shesterkin and his situation with the New York Rangers. Presented by: Draftkings and Gametime
S3 E5 · Fri, October 25, 2024
S3, E5 - Contracts
The Avalanche have starting winning hockey games! Talking goalie options for Colorado should they need to go down that path.Contracts! Thoughts on the Mikko Rantanen (Col) and Mitch Marner (Tor) contract situation. Back into goalies as we discuss Igor Shesterkin and his situation with the New York Rangers. Presented by: Draftkings and Gametime Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Wed, October 16, 2024
Snappin' ER Around S3, E4 - Avalanche in the Crease
Reviewing the recent extensions from around the league. Revisiting the Dylan Guenther extension in Utah and how UHC is heading to a cross roads with the amount of young stars. Top teams starting slow, and why the Avalanche may be in need of goaltending help in the near future. Presented by Draftkings and Gametime - use code THPN for exclusive offers!
S3 E4 · Wed, October 16, 2024
Snappin' ER Around S3, E4 - Avalanche in the Crease
Reviewing the recent extensions from around the league. Revisiting the Dylan Guenther extension in Utah and how UHC is heading to a cross roads with the amount of young stars. Top teams starting slow, and why the Avalanche may be in need of goaltending help in the near future. Presented by Draftkings and Gametime - use code THPN for exclusive offers! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Wed, October 09, 2024
S3, E3 - Western Predictions
Review of our Eastern Conference predictions from last week. Breaking down the major moves made by some of the Western Conference teams, along with how injuries may affect teams going into the season. Our Western Conference predictions along with Presidents Trophy prediction. Presented by: DraftKings and GameTime use code THPN for exclusive offers! Merch - puckinsight.ca/shop
S3 E3 · Wed, October 09, 2024
S3, E3 - Western Predictions
Review of our Eastern Conference predictions from last week. Breaking down the major moves made by some of the Western Conference teams, along with how injuries may affect teams going into the season. Our Western Conference predictions along with Presidents Trophy prediction. Presented by: DraftKings and GameTime use code THPN for exclusive offers! Merch - puckinsight.ca/shop Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
S3 E2 · Thu, October 03, 2024
S3, E2 - Prediction Time!
It's prediction time! We run down our predictions for award winners throughout the episode. Is the preseason too long and worth playing for star players? We discuss that with all the injuries that have happened this preseason (9:25). Breakdown Atlantic (32:10) and Metro (57:40) in our standings prediction! Snappin' ER Aound merch - https://www.puckinsight.ca/shop/ As mentions Snappin' ER Around is now under the THPN umbrella. This episode is brought you by BetterHelp. Give therapy a try at betterhelp.com/THPN and get on your way to being your best self. Presented by DraftKings - Use code THPN at sign up for exclusive offers! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Thu, October 03, 2024
S3, E2 - Prediction Time!
It's prediction time! We run down our predictions for award winners throughout the episode. Is the preseason too long and worth playing for star players? We discuss that with all the injuries that have happened this preseason (9:25). Breakdown Atlantic (32:10) and Metro (57:40) in our standings prediction! Snappin' ER Aound merch - https://www.puckinsight.ca/shop/ As mentions Snappin' ER Around is now under the THPN umbrella. This episode is brought you by BetterHelp. Give therapy a try at betterhelp.com/THPN and get on your way to being your best self. Presented by DraftKings - Use code THPN at sign up for exclusive offers!
S3 E1 · Sat, September 28, 2024
Back Again!
The boys are back from summer break and ready to once again snap around the hockey world discussing news, headlines and the latest stories! This week is a recap of the late summer activities including the much talked about OHL camp holdouts from select players (2:50). In the most exciting news the boys break down the double offer sheet from St Louis on a pair of young Oiler players (14:00). We pay our respects to the Gaudreau brothers (27:20). A number of extensions were handed out over the summer as the boys each give their favourite and why they think it'll benefit both player and team (39:50). Snappin' ER Aound merch - https://www.puckinsight.ca/shop/ As mentions Snappin' ER Around is now under the THPN umbrella. This episode is brought you by BetterHelp. Give therapy a try at betterhelp.com/THPN and get on your way to being your best self. Presented by DraftKings - Use code THPN at sign up for exclusive offers! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Sat, September 28, 2024
S3, E1 - Back Again!
The boys are back from summer break and ready to once again snap around the hockey world discussing news, headlines and the latest stories! This week is a recap of the late summer activities including the much talked about OHL camp holdouts from select players (2:50). In the most exciting news the boys break down the double offer sheet from St Louis on a pair of young Oiler players (14:00). We pay our respects to the Gaudreau brothers (27:20). A number of extensions were handed out over the summer as the boys each give their favourite and why they think it'll benefit both player and team (39:50). Snappin' ER Aound merch - https://www.puckinsight.ca/shop/ As mentions Snappin' ER Around is now under the THPN umbrella. This episode is brought you by BetterHelp. Give therapy a try at betterhelp.com/THPN and get on your way to being your best self. Presented by DraftKings - Use code THPN at sign up for exclusive offers!
Tue, July 09, 2024
S2, E34 - Season Wrap-up
In the final episode of the 2023-24 season, the boys breakdown the Steven Stamkos/Tampa Bay Lightning divorce and what that could mean for the Lightning in the immediate future. Free Agency winners and losers are discussed and what surprised each of the guys the most early in the off-season. Wrapping things up with some Colorado Avalanche talk, as Callum Ritchie signs his entry-level contract and what the plans for him are next season, while everyone gives their opinion on a move or two that Colorado should look at making before the start of the 2024-25 season. Thanks for everyone tuning in and downloading the podcast, make sure to stay tuned for next season when we get back to Snappin' er Around!
Thu, July 04, 2024
S2, E33 - Roster Shake-up!
The lead up to the NHL Draft had no shortage of storylines. Multiple trades, some missed from last weeks episode, and the Hockey Hall of Fame 2024 induction class announcement. The draft had its own storylines with surprise risers and falls as we discuss the future stars of the game.
Thu, June 27, 2024
S2, E32 - Cats Cup!
The Florida Panthers win the 2024 Stanley Cup in Game 7 against the Edmonton Oilers! We break down the series and what has become a controversial Conn Smythe award, as Connor McDavid caps his historic playoffs earning the MVP. Florida has decisions coming up in the offseason as they will aim for a repeat performance next season. While the Oilers have a massive decision with Leon Draisaitl, who is entering his final year of contract. Looking further ahead McDavid with two years remaining has Edmonton in a very precarious position.
Sat, June 22, 2024
S2, E31 - Do We Have a Series?!
Have the Edmonton Oilers made the Stanley Cup final a series? A blowout win in Game 4 shifted the series back to sunrise with the potential of coming back to Northern Alberta. Other changes and news around the NHL, GM announcements, Coaching changes and the big Utah announcement.
Tue, June 11, 2024
S2, E30 - Finally! The Cup Final is Set
After a week hiatus, the boys are back it breaking down how the Florida Panthers and Edmonton Oilers reached the 2024 Stanley Cup Final. Offering opinions on the state of Dallas Stars and New York Rangers, the Conference final opponents, as both have question marks going into the offseason. Teeing up the Cup final, with predictions of who's hoisting Lord Stanley and who we think will be the Conn Smythe winner. Shoutout to the Saginaw Spirit for capturing the 2024 Memorial Cup and to Capfriendly for their years of public service to all fans wanting better understanding of cap hit structures, as the website and service has been purchased by the Washington Capitols.
Tue, May 28, 2024
S2, E29 - Playoff Controversy
The Stanley Cup Conference Finals are underway, as we dive into the East and West series and how the first couple of games have looked so far. Yet another Jacob Trouba elbow to the head goes under punished as the guys discuss how much longer the Rangers captain can continue to get away with his reckless play. Men's World Championships wrap with Czechia winning gold, sparking a discussion of how much stock is actually put into the tournament. PWHL Walter Cup Finals has it own controversy, as a goalie interference call reverses the potential series clinching goal and sending it to a deciding game 5. Merch - https://www.puckinsight.ca/shop/
Tue, May 21, 2024
S2, E28 - Colorado's Offseason Outlook
A heavy focus on the Colorado Avalanche and what lays ahead for the team. A quick review of the second series loss to the Dallas Stars and how certain players proved to be integral parts of the Avs lineup. What lays ahead for Colorado in an offseason that is surrounded with uncertainty in the teams top 6 forward group. The trade deadline moves that ultimately worked or fell flat when the games mattered the most and a quick overview of potential draft floor mindset. Set up the Conference finals with Rangers/Panthers and Stars getting winner of Oilers/Canucks (game started after recording). A moment for the late Darren Dutchyshen.
Tue, May 14, 2024
S2, E27 - Second Round Titans
We open the episode with the Leafs who announced the firing of Head Coach Sheldon Keefe late last week. A quick breakdown of the Toronto management groups press conference and how the intrigue around the team is at an all-time high going into the offseason. Shoutout to the U18 Canadian team on winning gold and standouts Gavin McKenna and Owen Sound Attack goalie Carter George! Is it time to move past holding kids accountable for a past mistake? Trevor Connelly, a super talented kid may be a draft faller due to this factor. San Jose wins the draft lottery and for the first time in franchise history will select first overall. The intrigue of the draft after Celebrini and if there's a dark horse team that could shake things up. The second round of the Stanley Cup Playoffs is about the top seeded titans of each conference flexing their might. Merch - https://www.puckinsight.ca/shop/
Tue, May 07, 2024
S2, E26 - Troubled Times
The first round of the NHL Stanley Cup Playoffs has come to a close and that means troubling times for some franchises. We have a look at what the offseason might entail for the LA Kings, how Vegas will approach the summer after a first round exit. Winnipeg got bounced in 5 games for a second straight postseason do they change course on how the team is built. No longer a power house the Tampa Bay Lightning have tough decisions to make with bleak prospect pool and needing to resign captain Steven Stamkos. The biggest news comes out of Toronto where another first round exit might finally spell big changes for the Leafs both in management and to the roster. A quick look at the second round match up wraps things up. Merch - https://www.puckinsight.ca/shop/
Tue, April 30, 2024
S2, E25 - Round 1 Analysis
We analyze how each series has played out thus far in round 1. How certain teams are imposing their will almost effortlessly onto the series and touch on if the regular season provides false hope to fans. We give our opinion for which team may be in the most trouble should they lose their game 5, and how big changes could be happening this offseason. As always merch available at - https://www.puckinsight.ca/shop/
Tue, April 23, 2024
S2, E24 - Predictions Are Fun!
Apologies for audio during the episode, some connection issues. The boys revisit their early season predictions. We run down our 5 major awards prediction and have a laugh at how far off we were. A glance back at how we thought the standings would end up before moving into our playoff predictions. A quick breakdown of Game 1 between the Avs/Jets and how the Avs need to play for a chance to win the series. Merch - https://www.puckinsight.ca/shop/
Tue, April 16, 2024
S2, E23 - Playoff Preview
Cutter Gauthier's comments before the NCAA National Championship back fire. Young players are being more confident in front of the camera, and we discuss if that is a good thing or not. Previewing the playoffs with a little prediction on who claims the final wild card spot in the East. As well as Arizona on the move to Utah! A quick breakdown of the situation and what that could mean for the future of hockey in Arizona. Merch Shop - https://www.puckinsight.ca/shop/ Puck Insight Blogs - https://www.puckinsight.ca/articles/
Tue, April 09, 2024
S2, E22 - East Playoff Race?
The solar eclipse darkened the skies and the Avs goaltending situation is starting to look just as dark. Is Colorado over taxing their star players and now paying the price for it? Two teams are going to make the playoffs in the Eastern Conference who may not necessarily deserve to. A break down of the race for the Metro's 3rd spot and 2nd wildcard position, as well as discussing the playoff format going back to 1vs8. Ovi has found his scoring touch and is back on pace to break the all-time record, but how long will he hold it, as talk of Austin Matthews entering the chat has begun. As for records 70 goals or 100 assists and the next exceptional status player has been named into the CHL, everyone meet Landon DuPont.
Tue, March 26, 2024
S2, E21 - Contenders or Frauds?
Things start off with the Avs big comeback win over the Pittsburgh Penguins on Sunday afternoon. Then are the Caps actual playoff contenders or are they frauds that have just taken advantage of other teams falling flat? And will they be able to hold in the wildcard race without Tom Wilson for 5 games thanks to his braindead slash to the face of Maple Leafs Noah Gregor. Shifting west are the same question can be asked in Nashville, are the Preds a dark horse Stanley Cup contender or are they frauds riding an unbelievable hot streak? And what galvanized the group, was it the cancelled U2 concert at the Sphere or players just playing up to their potential? Fans are about t get a behind the scenes look in the NHL, as Amazon is coming out with a docuseries. That and more came out of the GM meetings this past week.
Tue, March 19, 2024
S2, E 20 - Playoff Outlook
We reflect on the career Wayne Simmonds had, as he announced his retirement on Monday. As the regular season winds down and playoffs approach, we look at what teams may still have a final push and who have all but secured their position in the Stanley Cup playoffs. In Pittsburgh the season has not gone the way the Pens hoped but what would drafting Macklin Celebrini do for both the franchise and the NHL? And a shoutout to Vesa Toskala as 16 years ago was the infamous bouncing puck, full ice goal.
Tue, March 12, 2024
S2, E19 - Deadline Review, Vegas Does it Again!
The trade deadline has passed as the guys review the carnage left in it's wake. The Colorado Avalanche were one of the more busy teams making multiple moves leading up to the 3pm March 8 deadline. As the boys scan the new look Avs roster and grade how Chris MacFarland did at this deadline, attention quickly shifts further West to Vegas, as the Golden Knights did it again! Not only did Vegas land Noah Hanafin out of Calgary, but they came out of left field late nabbing Thomas Hertl from San Jose. A quick review of the Oilers and Jets deadlines as they try and keep pace in the West, while the East was generally quiet, Carolina and Florida made some splashes that may put them in prime position. The Canes bringing in Guentzel and Evgani Kuznetsov, while the Panthers added Vladimir Tarasanko and depth leadership Kyle Okposo. We run through our winners/losers of the deadline, as it all comes down to the play on the ice! Playoffs are fast approaching ladies and gentleman and teams are just getting primed! What to rep Snappin' er Around merch? Follow the link to our online shop and grab your merch today! https://www.puckinsight.ca/shop/
Wed, March 06, 2024
S2, E18 - Deadline Fast Approaching!
With just days before the trade deadline the guys breakdown the Tanev trade to Dallas and the minor deal of McDermid going over to New Jersey. Another change with the Devils saw them fire Lindy Ruff as head coach, as the guys breakdown what went wrong in Jersey this season. The Petterson saga in Vancouver is over with the Canucks signing their star centre to an 8-year contract extension. A break down of the contract and also the rumor that Petterson could have been on the move to Carolina? As always thanks for tuning in!
Tue, February 27, 2024
S2, E17 - Who Breaks The Trade Dam?
WE HAVE MERCH! Visit Brock's newly published blogging site Puck Insight to find Snappin' Er Around merch and even catch-up on older episodes! Matt Rempe is causing havoc throughout the league and helping give the New York Rangers a tougher identity. Quinton Byfield scored maybe the goal of the year last week, as his breakout season is discussed and a revisit to the 2020 Draft class, who would climb into the first round and who would fall out? Trade season is fast approaching with the deadline just over a week away and the boy's discuss the popular trade bait boards while talking about what player/team will break the dam wide open and allow the trade to flow free. Again grab your merch and check out Brock's blogs at www.puckinsight.ca
Tue, February 20, 2024
S2, E16 - Nonsense Ramblings
An episode with no real direction but lots of information. Reacting to the Reilly suspension and John Tortorella's comments there after. Jagr had his jersey retirement in Pittsburgh and we look at what he meant to the game, before diving into the Pens and what direction their looking to go at the deadline. Some playful trade proposals as we discuss an Avs package to get Crosby to the Mile High City and some tough talk with the Laine in player assistance situation.
Tue, February 13, 2024
S2, E15 - Playing Catch-up
After a week off the guys get back into things with the coaching change in LA, reviewing All-Star weekend and the news of NHL participation in upcoming Olympics and potential World Cups. Breaking down the Monahan and Lindholm trades and what that may mean for the rest of the Western Conference. A pair of suspensions and dirty plays wrap things up as the guys touch on the Gallagher play and give thoughts on the the Reilly cross-check before taking a stab at the length of suspesnion.
Wed, January 31, 2024
S2, E14 - Snappin' er Trade Board!
Things open with recent updates on the Hockey Canada 2018 sexual assault scandal (0:00). Getting back into hockey the guys touch on a few recent extensions and signings around the league (5:30). Main topic of this episode - Trade Board! The guys discuss their consensus top 5 trade board pieces that could be on the move as the Trade Deadline approaches (15:00). Things wrap up with discussion of intriguing teams heading into the deadline and what we think they might possibly do (40:00)
Wed, January 24, 2024
S2, E13 - R.I.P. RyJo
Things start off with the coaching change in Long Island, as the boys discuss Patrick Roy back behind a NHL bench. The focus shifts fully to the Avalanche as the guys overview the season, point out the bright spots and the growing concerns of the roster. Wrapping up is talk of Piere-Luc Dubios and his tenure in LA.
Wed, January 17, 2024
S2, E12 - Midseason Free Agent Outlook
The Dallas Cowboys are the Toronto Maple Leafs of the NFL. The Leafs will be paying over $10mil cap hit on 4 players next year, is that a winning formula? Did reporters and fans go too far with the Gauthier trade out of Philly? We look ahead to the offseason and some potential high interest free agents that will be hitting the market, before revisiting our start of season predictions for awards and standings.
Wed, January 10, 2024
S2, E11 - World Juniors Storylines
The episode kicks-off with a brief discussion about the recent Nylander contract in Toronto, along with the Ducks/Flyers swapping young players (more on both situations in future episodes). Main topics World Junior Review! A look back at the USA and their path to gold, the Swede's are bad losers, and was Canada just looking ahead to 2025? Also the IIHF needs to find consistency with their officials before the next big tournament, as the boys discuss how inconsistent and atrocious the officiating was over in Sweden. Topped off with a quick look ahead to Canada's 2025 WJC roster.
Thu, January 04, 2024
S2, E10 - Changes Heading into the New Year
The Ottawa Senators fired coach DJ Smith, and the Avs traded Thomas Tatar to the Seattle Kraken. The boys discuss both moves along with some of their ideal trades that they want to see the Avalanche make before the deadline. Also it's World Junior time as the 2024 tournament gets underway!
Wed, December 20, 2023
S2, E9 - Disappointment and Excitement
The boys talk Othani sweepstake, and the disappointment of him not signing in Toronto, before delving into the Canadian roster for the upcoming World Junior Championships. Stepping up to the pros, the Avalanche have hit a small bump in the road with some concerning play, though capture a big win over a returning Erik Johnson and the Buffalo Sabres. Wrapping things up is a discussion on the growing number of boarding's/hit-from-behinds that have occurred in the league, and how a root cause may be from minor hockey systems.
Sat, December 02, 2023
S2, E8 - Best Game Ran by the Worst League
The Vancouver Canucks jump into the trade market early, making a deal with a division rival, while Patrick Kane signs with a bit of a dark horse team. The Minnesota Wild are really feeling the grip of $15MIL in dead cap and look for a change behind the bench to right the ship. The NHL once again shows their inconsistency when it comes to players safety, and the latest Blackhawks news is all discussed on this episode of Snappin er Around.
Tue, November 28, 2023
S2. E7 - NHL and International Hockey?
The NHL has a proposal for a modified "World Cup" tournament, as we discuss and give our opinions on how a true international hockey tournament should be done if you want best on best. Columbus is in turmoil and don't show any signs of getting out. While we give our surprise/disappointment players edition.
Sun, November 19, 2023
S2, E6 - Disappointments and Surprises
We discuss the Oilers season so far and how the entire organization is a failure, before moving into our personal disappointments and surprises early on in the season.
Fri, November 03, 2023
S2, E5 - The NHL is Something...
With the punishment handed down to the Sens for their part in the voided Vegas-Anaheim Evgani Dadanov trade, the boys discuss the inconsistency of penalties from the NHL, both on and off the ice. A quick look at how the Avs have fared the last two weeks and discussing the horrible incident in Europe and remembering Adam Johnson.
Fri, October 20, 2023
S2, E4 - Avs Start Hot and Bedard Media Tour
The Avalanche start undefeated and extend one half of the best d-pairing in the game. Meanwhile the Bedard media tour is super charged as the NHL continues to try and market superstar young players. And are hockey fans the pickiest sports fan there is?
Wed, October 11, 2023
S2, E3 - NHL is Back!
The Avs shore up their goaltending and defensive depth, while Winnipeg and Buffalo celebrate big signings. We each brief over a preseason storyline we found intriguing before touching on the league's decision to ban Pride tape. Wrapping the episode with out final predictions for the 5 major awards.
Wed, October 04, 2023
S2, E2 - Prediction Season
With the NHL regular season just around the corner brings about our prediction season! In this episode we share our prediction for each divisional standings as well as our President Trophy winners.
Fri, September 29, 2023
S2, E1 - New Face and New Season
We are back for season 2 of Snappin er Around, this time with a new voice as Travis Sweiger joins the pod full time as our third co-host. To kick things off we talk about the RFA's still unsigned and how younger players are demanding more on their second contracts. Recap the big signings and trades around the league from the summer and touch on the much talked about Mike Babcock in Columbus situation. We finish with the Avalanche as we go through our projected opening night lineup's and discuss the teams backup goalie and overall depth.
Wed, July 12, 2023
Episode 31 - Draft Recap and Early Free Agency Talk
The draft is over and we break down some of our likes and confusion in terms of selections, before giving our view on the Avs 2023 draft. A quick look at free agency and the trades that have happened around the league so far.
Tue, June 27, 2023
Episode 30 - Catch-up Day and Draft Predictions
First thank you to everyone for the 500 downloads! We start off with a recap of the Stanley Cup Finals and congratulate the Vegas Golden Knights, and ask what's next for the Florida Panthers. We discuss all the trades and trade rumours that have gone on throughout the league, before giving our Top 5 Mock Draft for the upcoming draft on June 28.
Fri, June 02, 2023
Episode 29 - Cup Final Preview & Early Off-season Looks
We begin by talking about the two Conference Final series, and how the Vegas Golden Knights and Florida Panther each made the Stanley Cup Final. Our analysis of how the teams match up for hockey's holy grail and who we think will come out victorious. A look to the off-season as we diagnose both the Colorado Avalanche and Toronto Maple Leafs off-seasons and what potential moves they could be making.
Tue, May 23, 2023
Episode 28 - The Final Four!
We review the round 2 series, before going on to preview the final four and handicap each teams chance of winning.
Fri, May 05, 2023
Epsode 27 - Recap Round 1, Predict Round 2
The opening round of the Stanley Cup Playoffs is over and the #8 in the East and #7 in the West are moving on, while some Cup favourites are ousted early. We recap Round 1 action before diving into the Round 2 series. Also Leafs finally won a playoff series, but do we think they can win another? Find out. Music by Travis Sweiger (@tsweigsmusic - Instagram)
Wed, April 19, 2023
Episode 26 - Firings and Playoff Predictions
We start off talking about the coaching and front office fires that happened around the league. The juicy stuff comes when we begin our playoff predictions and how each of us see the opening round of the playoffs playing out.
Fri, April 14, 2023
Episode 25 - Scandals and Playoff Teaser
We talk the recent news of the 2018 Hockey Canada scandal along with the news of a minority owner of the Arizona Coyotes charged with a felony. We finish with some talk of playoffs and how they are shaping up. As always shoutout to Travis Sweiger for the intro/outro music!
Thu, March 09, 2023
Episode 24 - Trade Deadline Marathon Recap
We are back and recap all the happenings at the Trade Deadline and before. Starting in the Atlantic Division and moving west we talk about all the moves that the contenting teams made and how we view them. As said the pod will likely be moving to bi-weekly now so we appreciate everyones patiences!
Thu, February 16, 2023
Episode 23 - Catching Up
Sorry for the delay, some issues editing and other stuff coming up. We catch up on the happenings around the NHL including the Bo Horvat trade and his extension. We finish with a Super Bowl prediction.
Mon, January 16, 2023
Episode 22 - Phone Gate
Our first remote episode (so apologies for the poor audio). We begin with a World Junior Medal round recap and discuss Canada's road to back-to-back Gold Medals. We then talk more junior hockey with the crazy trade deadlines across the CHL. Short talk about the Avalanche's season to date and how injury luck helps make the modern day dynasties. We finish with a few other topics around the NHL, before giving our Super Bowl showdown predictions!
Mon, January 02, 2023
Episode 21 - Junior Upsets and a new NHL Schedule Format
What an opening week of the World Junior Hockey Championships. Multiple upsets to the top championship contenders shakeup the pool standings going into New Year's Eve games. Talk of the IIHF officiating and how they freely will hand out 5 minute majors for borderline hits or even hits with devastating results. Flipping to the NHL the schedule is messed and needs to be overhauled in future years. Are more teams and games actually needed in the NHL? We discuss and give our opinions. As always thanks to Travis Sweiger for the Intro/Outro music. Sponsor: Betstamp betting app, the trivago of sports betting.
Sat, December 24, 2022
Episode 20 - World Junior Preview and Trade Speculation
We discuss the upcoming World Junior Hockey Championships, from what could be Team Canada's biggest weakness to who their biggest competitor will be. We then talk about our three players to watch outside of Canadian. Acknowledgement of the passing of London Knight's player Abakar Kazbekov. We then talk where the most likely destinations for Patrick Kane, Jonathan Toews and Bo Horvat could be come the new calendar year. As always a big thanks to Betstamp for sponsoring and Travis Sweiger for the intro music.
Tue, December 20, 2022
Episode 19 - All the Little New Stories
In this episode we start with Brock giving his opinion on the Florida Panthers, before moving into World Junior talk. We then give our opinions on the Ovi/Gretzky goal chase and have a small debate on where Ovi sits all-time. A tidbit from our new sponsor Betstamp (betstamp.app) before rounding out with highlighting a few other stories within the hockey world, including a great story from the Brandon Wheat Kings WHL junior team.
Tue, December 13, 2022
Episode 18 - Injuries and World Juniors
We talk the Ads injury issues, before going into Hockey Canada's World Junior Camp roster.
Fri, November 25, 2022
Episode 17 - Man Cold and Catch-up
Sorry for the delay, some person and scheduling conflicts got in the way, but we are back with another episode. We start by discussing the fall out of the Mitchell Miller saga, before recognizing and remembering the late Peter McNabb and Borje Salming. Some minor trades and a revisit of the NHL review dilemma. Thanks to everyone for being patient and sticking with us through this hiatus, as we get back to an episode a week.
Wed, November 16, 2022
Episode 16 - Fans are too Overreactive
We start by taking about some hoot starts and teams beginning to turn around a mediocre start. Transition to the Boston Bruins and the Mitchell Miller signing, before ending with a discussion on fans overacting to their teams poor performances in October.
Fri, October 28, 2022
Episode 15 - Hot and Cold Starts and Video Review Issues
The season is well underway and we discuss the hot starts of some teams, while also talking about the struggling Vancouver Canucks. Touch on the new iron man Phil Kessel while also giving our opinion on video reviews. We finish talk with the leak of the ASU visiting dressing room and how that looks on the league as a whole.
Fri, October 21, 2022
Episode 14 - Reverse Retro's Drop the Ball
The NHL season has finally started! We talk about some of the bigger storylines early on in the season, before moving onto the most recent Hockey Canada news. We wrap things up with our takes on the Reverse Retro jerseys for the season.
Sun, October 09, 2022
Episode 13 - Final Off-season Signings and Avalanche Contract Futures
We open with discussion of Andrea Skinner resigning from Hockey Canada Board of Directors, while giving a more in-depth reaction to the overall situation. Some end of summer signings and extensions are discussed, while we then focus on the Avs and how some of their future contracts may look. Trophy predictions wrap the episode as the season is just days from opening night! Thanks as always to Travis Sweiger (@tsweigsmusic - Instagram) for the music.
Thu, October 06, 2022
Episode 12 - Pod Fantasy Draft
We invite JD Cormack and Ryan Howe onto the pod for a friendly and simple podcast Fantasy Draft!
Fri, September 30, 2022
Episode 11 - Pacific Division Preview and Body Checking in Hockey
We open by talking about how unimportant the preseason is to most players, as well as a few signings and extensions that happened over the week. Then move into our Pacific Division preview and how we think the division will play out. Finishing we talk about the place and off body checking in hockey and what age is acceptable for players to begin body checking.
Fri, September 23, 2022
Episode 10 - Avs the Class of the Central
We open with talk of the captaincy situations in Montreal and Winnipeg. We then dive into the Nathan MacKinnon contract extension and how it will effect the Avs in the future. Our Central Division standings and hot takes are laid out and we wrap things up with talk of the retirements of a trio of defensemen.
Fri, September 16, 2022
Episode 9 - Metropolitan Predictions and Hot Takes
Some minor signings, and a small gaffe of forgetfulness, begin this weeks pod, as we continue our divisional predictions and hot takes leading up to the season. This week we focused on the Metro, each with small differences in our standings prediction, as well as providing our hot takes for the division. As always thanks to Travis Sweiger (Insta - @tsweigsmusic) for the intro/outro music riff.
Fri, September 09, 2022
Episode 8 - Way too Early Atlantic Predictions
With not much happening across the NHL, we talk about the Miller and Stutzle extensions before going into our way too early predictions for the Atlantic Division standings. We also provide our hot takes for each Atlantic team with a record to see how wrong we are. Also, you can earn a chance to take part in a Snapping' er Around fantasy draft in the coming weeks. As always music curtesy of Travis Sweiger (@tsweigsmusic)
Sun, September 04, 2022
Episode 7 - Off-season Crawl
The off-season has come to a crawl and news has been scarce, but we still found a way to cover an entire episode. We discuss the World Junior Gold Medal game before talking about the few signings that have happened over the last week and a bit. We finish off with discussion on the news of a World Cup of Hockey in 2024 and what we expect from it.
Fri, August 19, 2022
Episode 6 - Flaming the Off-Season!
It's been a "FLAMING" off-season, as Calgary continues their retool with the signing of Nazim Kadri. To make room on the cap, Sean Monahan is dealt to Montreal, and is Lou and the Islanders playing the big picture? We then , discuss the trickle down effect of the Kadri signing and how the Avalanche may plan to fill the hole left at 2C. We finish with some World Junior talk, and give our predictions for who will meet in the Gold Medal game.
Sat, August 13, 2022
Episode 5 - Huberdeau Extension and Trouble in the Vegas Crease
Back for episode 5, and we open with a little person life talk before moving into the U18's gold medal win and talking about the WJC team Canada's first pair of games. We talk the Jonathan Huberdeau extension and revisit the trade wth Florida to see if that changes perspective at all. We touch on the Islander rumours before moving on to Vegas and their recent bad news. The episode finished on a somber note as we send our thoughts to Ben Stelter's family and friends.
Fri, August 05, 2022
Episode 4 - The Crawl of Free Agency and Junior Hockey in August!
Our 4th episode kicks off with the Klingberg signing in Anaheim. We rehash the ordeal that fans go through when a star player leaves their team. What is Lou hiding in Long Island? We discuss the Kadri to the Islanders rumours before jumping into some RFA signings, including the Devils and Bratt only agreeing to a 1-year deal?! The Hlinka Gretzky is on with the 2022 World Juniors right around the corner, so we give our opinion on those Team Canada rosters. Thanks again for everyone that tunes in make sure to follow along on social media!
Fri, July 29, 2022
Episode 3 - Tkachuk/Huberdeau Trade!
Episode 3 starts with the big Matthew Tkachuk trade to Florida! We then discuss our less talked about teams, and give an early ranking of the Central Division. We end with some talk of the upcoming World Juniors and U18 Hlinka Gretzky tournaments.
Fri, July 22, 2022
Episode 2 - The State of the Flames, Jets, Flyers and Hawks
This week we open with more talk on Johnny Gaudreau leaving in free agency, before switching to the Matthew Tkachuk trade request. That leads us into the Pierre Luc-Dubois drama in Winnipeg, followed by trying to understand why the Flyers didn't even give Gaudreau an offer. We touch on the state of the Chicago Blackhawks and their scorched earth approach, and finish with a shout out to Ducks prospect Will Francis for beating cancer! Hope you enjoy! As always thanks Travis Sweiger for the intro/outer music! (Instagram - @tsweigsmusic)
Fri, July 15, 2022
Episode 1 - Review the Avs Road to the Cup and Free Agency Talk
Better late then never! Episode 1 of Snappin' er Around opens with the Gaudreau contract in Columbus, before shifting to a review of Colorado's road to the Stanley Cup. We then touch on the Avs opening day of free agency and what it might mean for the roster next season. A brief chat about the Canes moves, before finishing with a review of the draft. Shout out to Travis Sweiger (instagram - @tsweigsmusic) for the opening and closing riffs!
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