<![CDATA[Get Pucks on Net]]>Blake bleeds Leafs blue, Brady's all in on the Blackhawks, and somehow they still talk to each other every week. Join two twenty-something hockey diehards as they break down everything happening across the NHL, dive into the college hockey scene, and (of course) spend a chunk of every episode arguing about whose team is actually better. From trade rumors and prospect pipelines to playoff predictions and the occasional heated debate about officiating, this is a show for anyone who lives and breathes hockey, no matter who you're rooting for.

]]>https://riverside.comRiverside.fm (https://riverside.com)Wed, 14 Oct 2026 20:30:59 GMTTue, 15 Sep 2026 20:17:01 GMT60Blake Ashton & Brady Sulzbach<p>Blake bleeds Leafs blue, Brady's all in on the Blackhawks, and somehow they still talk to each other every week. Join two twenty-something hockey diehards as they break down everything happening across the NHL, dive into the college hockey scene, and (of course) spend a chunk of every episode arguing about whose team is actually better. From trade rumors and prospect pipelines to playoff predictions and the occasional heated debate about officiating, this is a show for anyone who lives and breathes hockey, no matter who you're rooting for.</p>episodicBlake Ashton & Brady Sulzbachbtashton2@icloud.comyes<![CDATA[Episode #6 Week 1 Recap]]>In this episode of the Pucks on Net Podcast, hosts Brady and Blake discuss the first week of the NHL season, highlighting surprising team performances, player developments, and the significant announcement of Alex Ovechkin's retirement. They delve into team analyses, standout players, and the implications of Ovechkin's legacy in the league. The conversation delves into various aspects of the NHL, including player rivalries, significant injuries, and standout performances from rookies. The hosts discuss the implications of these events on team dynamics and the overall league landscape.


Takeaways

  • NHL season surprises
  • Ovechkin's retirement impact NHL player rivalries shape careers
  • Injuries can derail team performance


Chapters

  • 00:00 NHL Season Kickoff Recap
  • 08:59 Team Performances and Surprises
  • 15:53 Ovechkin's Retirement Announcement and Legacy
  • 27:09 Rivalries and Their Impact
  • 30:29 Historic Moments in Goaltending
  • 34:52 Injuries and Team Dynamics
  • 40:40 Rookie Performances and Expectations
  • 46:01 Edmonton's Goaltending Dilemma
]]>ba821ed3-2919-4796-af13-7accf8308d2fThu, 08 Oct 2026 02:09:25 GMT<p>In this episode of the Pucks on Net Podcast, hosts Brady and Blake discuss the first week of the NHL season, highlighting surprising team performances, player developments, and the significant announcement of Alex Ovechkin's retirement. They delve into team analyses, standout players, and the implications of Ovechkin's legacy in the league. The conversation delves into various aspects of the NHL, including player rivalries, significant injuries, and standout performances from rookies. The hosts discuss the implications of these events on team dynamics and the overall league landscape.</p><p><br /></p><p>Takeaways</p><ul><li>NHL season surprises</li><li>Ovechkin's retirement impact NHL player rivalries shape careers</li><li>Injuries can derail team performance</li></ul><p><br /></p><p>Chapters</p><ul><li>00:00 NHL Season Kickoff Recap</li><li>08:59 Team Performances and Surprises</li><li>15:53 Ovechkin's Retirement Announcement and Legacy</li><li>27:09 Rivalries and Their Impact</li><li>30:29 Historic Moments in Goaltending</li><li>34:52 Injuries and Team Dynamics</li><li>40:40 Rookie Performances and Expectations</li><li>46:01 Edmonton's Goaltending Dilemma</li></ul>no00:55:18Episode #6 Week 1 Recapfull<![CDATA[Episode #5 Metropolitan Madness]]>In this episode of the Pucks on Net podcast, hosts Brady and Blake discuss their predictions for the Metropolitan Division of the NHL, analyzing team performances from the previous season and their off-season moves. They provide insights into key players, team dynamics, and expectations for the upcoming season. The conversation delves into the NHL offseason, analyzing team performances, player predictions, and offseason moves, particularly focusing on the New York Islanders, New York Rangers, Philadelphia Flyers, Pittsburgh Penguins, and Washington Capitals. The hosts provide insights on player potential, team strategies, and the impact of recent trades and signings on the upcoming season.


Takeaways

  • Metropolitan Division predictions
  • Key player performances NHL offseason moves analyzed
  • Player predictions for the season


Chapters

  • 00:00 Introduction to the Metropolitan Division
  • 03:02 Season Predictions and Team Analysis
  • 05:59 Carolina Hurricanes Overview
  • 08:57 Columbus Blue Jackets Insights
  • 11:50 New Jersey Devils Discussion
  • 20:02 Bold Predictions for the Season
  • 20:52 Analyzing the New York Islanders
  • 24:04 New York Rangers Offseason Moves
  • 27:55 Philadelphia Flyers' Strategy
  • 32:57 Pittsburgh Penguins Outlook
  • 39:03 Washington Capitals' New Additions
]]>3623271f-653e-4ba3-a7f0-9bb67bbf0db7Mon, 05 Oct 2026 20:45:51 GMT<p>In this episode of the Pucks on Net podcast, hosts Brady and Blake discuss their predictions for the Metropolitan Division of the NHL, analyzing team performances from the previous season and their off-season moves. They provide insights into key players, team dynamics, and expectations for the upcoming season. The conversation delves into the NHL offseason, analyzing team performances, player predictions, and offseason moves, particularly focusing on the New York Islanders, New York Rangers, Philadelphia Flyers, Pittsburgh Penguins, and Washington Capitals. The hosts provide insights on player potential, team strategies, and the impact of recent trades and signings on the upcoming season.</p><p><br /></p><p>Takeaways</p><ul><li>Metropolitan Division predictions</li><li>Key player performances NHL offseason moves analyzed</li><li>Player predictions for the season</li></ul><p><br /></p><p>Chapters</p><ul><li>00:00 Introduction to the Metropolitan Division</li><li>03:02 Season Predictions and Team Analysis</li><li>05:59 Carolina Hurricanes Overview</li><li>08:57 Columbus Blue Jackets Insights</li><li>11:50 New Jersey Devils Discussion</li><li>20:02 Bold Predictions for the Season</li><li>20:52 Analyzing the New York Islanders</li><li>24:04 New York Rangers Offseason Moves</li><li>27:55 Philadelphia Flyers' Strategy</li><li>32:57 Pittsburgh Penguins Outlook</li><li>39:03 Washington Capitals' New Additions</li></ul>no00:39:00Episode #5 Metropolitan Madnessfull<![CDATA[Episode #4: Atlantic Division Chaos]]>In this episode of the Pucks on Net podcast, hosts Brady and Blake discuss their predictions for the Atlantic Division in the upcoming NHL season, analyzing each team's strengths, weaknesses, and offseason moves. They provide insights into the performance of teams like the Toronto Maple Leafs, Tampa Bay Lightning, and Detroit Red Wings, while also making bold predictions about player performances and team standings. The conversation delves into the NHL's Atlantic Division, analyzing team performances, player trades, and off-season strategies. The hosts provide insights on various teams, including the Montreal Canadiens, Ottawa Senators, Tampa Bay Lightning, and Toronto Maple Leafs, discussing their strengths, weaknesses, and predictions for the upcoming season.


Takeaways

  • Atlantic Division predictions
  • Team performance analysis NHL teams' off-season strategies
  • Player performance predictions


Chapters

  • 00:00 Atlantic Division Predictions
  • 06:49 Team Analysis: Boston Bruins
  • 11:53 Buffalo Sabres Offseason Review
  • 16:59 Detroit Red Wings: A Struggling Franchise
  • 24:07 Florida Panthers: From Champions to Challengers
  • 27:59 Playoff Predictions and Team Strengths
  • 30:34 Montreal Canadiens' Off-Season Review
  • 35:04 Ottawa Senators' Challenges and Changes
  • 39:21 Tampa Bay Lightning's Key Additions
  • 42:32 Toronto Maple Leafs' Transformative Off-Season
  • 54:54 Looking Ahead: NHL Season Excitement
]]>d27e7fc9-eb66-42ed-809c-00f9e5004543Tue, 29 Sep 2026 14:46:01 GMT<p>In this episode of the Pucks on Net podcast, hosts Brady and Blake discuss their predictions for the Atlantic Division in the upcoming NHL season, analyzing each team's strengths, weaknesses, and offseason moves. They provide insights into the performance of teams like the Toronto Maple Leafs, Tampa Bay Lightning, and Detroit Red Wings, while also making bold predictions about player performances and team standings. The conversation delves into the NHL's Atlantic Division, analyzing team performances, player trades, and off-season strategies. The hosts provide insights on various teams, including the Montreal Canadiens, Ottawa Senators, Tampa Bay Lightning, and Toronto Maple Leafs, discussing their strengths, weaknesses, and predictions for the upcoming season.</p><p><br /></p><p>Takeaways</p><ul><li>Atlantic Division predictions</li><li>Team performance analysis NHL teams' off-season strategies</li><li>Player performance predictions</li></ul><p><br /></p><p>Chapters</p><ul><li>00:00 Atlantic Division Predictions</li><li>06:49 Team Analysis: Boston Bruins</li><li>11:53 Buffalo Sabres Offseason Review</li><li>16:59 Detroit Red Wings: A Struggling Franchise</li><li>24:07 Florida Panthers: From Champions to Challengers</li><li>27:59 Playoff Predictions and Team Strengths</li><li>30:34 Montreal Canadiens' Off-Season Review</li><li>35:04 Ottawa Senators' Challenges and Changes</li><li>39:21 Tampa Bay Lightning's Key Additions</li><li>42:32 Toronto Maple Leafs' Transformative Off-Season</li><li>54:54 Looking Ahead: NHL Season Excitement</li></ul>no00:56:25Episode #4: Atlantic Division Chaosfull<![CDATA[Episode #3: Central Division Juggernauts]]>The hosts discuss the Central Division of the NHL, providing predictions and standings for the teams within the division. They also delve into season previews for the Chicago Blackhawks, Colorado Avalanche, Dallas Stars, and Minnesota Wild, highlighting notable additions, re-signings, departures, and standout players. The conversation covers team performance ratings, player predictions and standouts, team previews, and division overview and predictions. It provides insights into the performance and expectations of various NHL teams, highlighting standout players and concerns about goaltending. The hosts also share their predictions for the divisional standings and playoff contenders.


Takeaways

  • Exciting divisional predictions and standings
  • Insightful season previews for key teams in the Central Division Insights into team performance ratings and player predictions
  • Analysis of team previews and standout players
  • Predictions for divisional standings and playoff contenders


Chapters

  • 00:00 Introduction to the Central Division
  • 03:00 Predictions and Standings
  • 08:22 Chicago Blackhawks Season Preview
  • 13:35 Colorado Avalanche Season Preview
  • 19:22 Dallas Stars Season Preview
  • 23:05 Minnesota Wild Season Preview
  • 26:05 Team Performance Ratings
  • 29:25 Player Predictions and Standouts
  • 33:08 St. Louis Blues Preview
  • 35:51 Utah Mammoth and Winnipeg Jets Analysis
  • 44:03 Division Overview and Predictions
]]>34158f06-95ca-4fd8-9d20-27cbdff7b579Mon, 28 Sep 2026 17:08:48 GMT<p>The hosts discuss the Central Division of the NHL, providing predictions and standings for the teams within the division. They also delve into season previews for the Chicago Blackhawks, Colorado Avalanche, Dallas Stars, and Minnesota Wild, highlighting notable additions, re-signings, departures, and standout players. The conversation covers team performance ratings, player predictions and standouts, team previews, and division overview and predictions. It provides insights into the performance and expectations of various NHL teams, highlighting standout players and concerns about goaltending. The hosts also share their predictions for the divisional standings and playoff contenders.</p><p><br /></p><p>Takeaways</p><ul><li>Exciting divisional predictions and standings</li><li>Insightful season previews for key teams in the Central Division Insights into team performance ratings and player predictions</li><li>Analysis of team previews and standout players</li><li>Predictions for divisional standings and playoff contenders</li></ul><p><br /></p><p>Chapters</p><ul><li>00:00 Introduction to the Central Division</li><li>03:00 Predictions and Standings</li><li>08:22 Chicago Blackhawks Season Preview</li><li>13:35 Colorado Avalanche Season Preview</li><li>19:22 Dallas Stars Season Preview</li><li>23:05 Minnesota Wild Season Preview</li><li>26:05 Team Performance Ratings</li><li>29:25 Player Predictions and Standouts</li><li>33:08 St. Louis Blues Preview</li><li>35:51 Utah Mammoth and Winnipeg Jets Analysis</li><li>44:03 Division Overview and Predictions</li></ul>no00:46:24Episode #3: Central Division Juggernautsfull<![CDATA[Episode #2: Pacific Division Pillow Fight]]>In this episode, the hosts discuss the Pacific division, including playoff predictions, notable players, and off-season grading for each team. They also review the previous season's standings and make predictions for the upcoming season. The conversation covers a range of topics related to various NHL teams, their off-season activities, notable players, and predictions for the upcoming season. The hosts discuss player performances, team strategies, and the impact of off-season changes on the teams.


Takeaways

  • Pacific division has historically been overlooked but is showing improvement
  • Young players may experience regression, impacting team performance
  • McDavid's potential to reach 150 points could be a game-changer for Edmonton Team performance and player predictions
  • Off-season activities and notable departures


Chapters

  • 00:00 Playoff Predictions and Standings Review
  • 06:11 Anaheim Ducks Predictions and Off-Season Grading
  • 12:29 Calgary Flames Predictions and Off-Season Grading
  • 17:20 Edmonton Oilers Predictions and Off-Season Grading
  • 24:07 Los Angeles Kings Predictions and Off-Season Grading
  • 26:46 Team Performance and Player Predictions
  • 28:14 San Jose Sharks Off-Season Review
  • 35:28 Seattle Kraken Off-Season Review
  • 40:49 Vancouver Canucks Off-Season Review
  • 45:02 Vegas Golden Knights Off-Season Review
]]>942a2317-cc91-42b8-ab5e-44ac16bafc93Fri, 25 Sep 2026 23:54:13 GMT<p>In this episode, the hosts discuss the Pacific division, including playoff predictions, notable players, and off-season grading for each team. They also review the previous season's standings and make predictions for the upcoming season. The conversation covers a range of topics related to various NHL teams, their off-season activities, notable players, and predictions for the upcoming season. The hosts discuss player performances, team strategies, and the impact of off-season changes on the teams.</p><p><br /></p><p>Takeaways</p><ul><li>Pacific division has historically been overlooked but is showing improvement</li><li>Young players may experience regression, impacting team performance</li><li>McDavid's potential to reach 150 points could be a game-changer for Edmonton Team performance and player predictions</li><li>Off-season activities and notable departures</li></ul><p><br /></p><p>Chapters</p><ul><li>00:00 Playoff Predictions and Standings Review</li><li>06:11 Anaheim Ducks Predictions and Off-Season Grading</li><li>12:29 Calgary Flames Predictions and Off-Season Grading</li><li>17:20 Edmonton Oilers Predictions and Off-Season Grading</li><li>24:07 Los Angeles Kings Predictions and Off-Season Grading</li><li>26:46 Team Performance and Player Predictions</li><li>28:14 San Jose Sharks Off-Season Review</li><li>35:28 Seattle Kraken Off-Season Review</li><li>40:49 Vancouver Canucks Off-Season Review</li><li>45:02 Vegas Golden Knights Off-Season Review</li></ul>no00:50:08Episode #2: Pacific Division Pillow Fightfull<![CDATA[Episode #1: Welcome!]]>The first episode of the Pucks on Net podcast introduces the hosts, Brady and Blake, as they discuss their NHL fandoms, the impact of new changes in the NHL, and the prominence of college hockey. They share personal stories of their fandoms, discuss team captains, player injuries, prospects, and team development, and engage in banter about player expectations and fandoms. The conversation delves into the expectations for players like Gavin McKenna and the impact of injuries on player performance. It also explores the dynamics of contract negotiations and the influence of tax implications on player decisions.

Takeaways

  • NHL Fandoms
  • Youthful Captains Player Expectations
  • Contract Negotiations

Chapters

  • 00:00 Introducing the Podcast
  • 00:49 NHL Fandoms and College Hockey
  • 03:16 Personal Fandom Stories
  • 07:57 Team Captains and Player Injuries
  • 17:17 Prospects and Team Development
  • 26:37 Player Expectations and Fandom Banter
  • 31:54 Player Expectations
  • 46:02 Contract Negotiations
]]>0c8dc744-25f1-4d47-b75b-ab2706ebc7cfWed, 16 Sep 2026 00:45:37 GMT<p>The first episode of the Pucks on Net podcast introduces the hosts, Brady and Blake, as they discuss their NHL fandoms, the impact of new changes in the NHL, and the prominence of college hockey. They share personal stories of their fandoms, discuss team captains, player injuries, prospects, and team development, and engage in banter about player expectations and fandoms. The conversation delves into the expectations for players like Gavin McKenna and the impact of injuries on player performance. It also explores the dynamics of contract negotiations and the influence of tax implications on player decisions.</p><p></p><p>Takeaways</p><ul><li>NHL Fandoms</li><li>Youthful Captains Player Expectations</li><li>Contract Negotiations</li></ul><p></p><p>Chapters</p><ul><li>00:00 Introducing the Podcast</li><li>00:49 NHL Fandoms and College Hockey</li><li>03:16 Personal Fandom Stories</li><li>07:57 Team Captains and Player Injuries</li><li>17:17 Prospects and Team Development</li><li>26:37 Player Expectations and Fandom Banter</li><li>31:54 Player Expectations</li><li>46:02 Contract Negotiations</li></ul>no01:03:49Episode #1: Welcome!full