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In Episode 120, “It’s Kuch-over…”, the boys break down absolute chaos across the NHL landscape. Nikita Kucherov drops a bombshell trade request, sparking intense rumors around the Oilers, Leafs, and Bruins, while Dylan Larkin’s trade list continues to expand. Edmonton keeps re-writing the record books with McDavid’s historical assist pace and Bouchard’s explosive start, alongside massive contract offers for Quinn Hughes and a deep dive into the Devin Cooley mindset. Plus, we fly through the latest injury updates and transactions including Shane Wright’s move to the Preds. We hand out our Month 1 NHL Superlatives, running through our Best/Worst teams, biggest surprises, busts, and full All-NHL Month 1 rosters featuring heat checks on Kirill Kaprizov, Pyotr Kochetkov, and Vasily Podkolzin and wrap up with an Early Prospect Report diving into top risers, fallers, and our rankings for the top five NHL-affiliated prospects.  Today’s episode is brought to you by Citrus Fantasy Sports; check out the FHP Pick’em 500 and get your league set up at https://citrusfantasysports.com/go/fhp. Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/fantasy-hockey-pucks--4969980/support. Reminder to follow FHP on Instagram for plenty of other content @fantasyhockeypucks, as well on TikTok for clips of the pod @fhp_pod. Thanks for listening and we’ll catch you the next time that we drop the puck.

In Episode 119 of the FHP Podcast, "Devil Between the Pipes," we break down the blockbuster trade sending Connor Hellebuyck to the New Jersey Devils, along with Alexander Nikishin’s signing, outdoor game thoughts, and why the Oilers might be getting fraud checked. The guys also fly through key injury updates, head into the Panic Room to check on underperforming stars like Wyatt Johnston and Luke Hughes, highlight 16 key players you need on your radar, and close things out by ranking their Top 20 goalies into definitive tiers. Head over to today's sponsor at citrusfantasysports.com/go/fhp to take your fantasy league to the next level! Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/fantasy-hockey-pucks--4969980/support. Reminder to follow FHP on Instagram for plenty of other content @fantasyhockeypucks, as well on TikTok for clips of the pod @fhp_pod. Thanks for listening and we’ll catch you the next time that we drop the puck.

Welcome back to Episode 118 of the Fantasy Hockey Pucks Podcast, "What the Tkachuk?!" We drop the puck on major headlines across the league, including Brady Tkachuk’s return to Ottawa, Cooper Black’s historic debut, and why top stars remain unsigned. We break down key injury news affecting stars like Nick Suzuki and Jacob Markstrom before entering the Panic Room to decide whether to hold or worry on cold performers like Alex Ovechkin and Quinton Byfield. Plus, we reveal ten essential waiver wire adds and list six prime sell-high targets to help you stay ahead of your fantasy league. This episode is brought to you by Citrus Fantasy Sports; visit citrusfantasysports.com/go/fhp to check out custom projections and build your winning squad. Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/fantasy-hockey-pucks--4969980/support. Reminder to follow FHP on Instagram for plenty of other content @fantasyhockeypucks, as well on TikTok for clips of the pod @fhp_pod. Thanks for listening and we’ll catch you the next time that we drop the puck.

Welcome back to the Fantasy Hockey Pucks Podcast as we drop the puck on Episode 117 with a packed slate of NHL drama and crucial roster moves. We open with the biggest headlines across the league, breaking down Connor Hellebuyck’s return, swirling Dylan Larkin trade rumors, Rick Bowness calling out Columbus once again, and Sergei Bobrovsky’s historic struggles behind the Maple Leafs’ blue line, raising the question of whether Bob is off his game or if Toronto’s defensive core is to blame. From there, we fly through a rapid-fire injury report and unpack the Aatu Räty trade before stepping into the Panic Room to evaluate slow-starting stars like JT Miller and Chris Kreider. Finally, we arm you with ten essential buy-low targets; including Sidney Crosby, Mika Zibanejad, and Will Smith, and highlight six netminders to target if you’re scrambling to solve your goalie woes. Sponsored by Citrus Fantasy Sports (citrusfantasysports.com/go/fhp). Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/fantasy-hockey-pucks--4969980/support. Reminder to follow FHP on Instagram for plenty of other content @fantasyhockeypucks, as well on TikTok for clips of the pod @fhp_pod. Thanks for listening and we’ll catch you the next time that we drop the puck. This episode includes AI-generated content.

Hello everybody and welcome back to Episode 116 of the Fantasy Hockey Pucks Podcast! We are back to break down the biggest news across the NHL and fantasy hockey. On this week's show, we cover Igor Shesterkin's season-ending injury, major transaction news, and thoughts on the Frozen Frenzy. Plus, we enter the Panic Room to discuss slumping stars, break down early drop candidates, and share our top dynasty buy-low targets to boost your roster for the long haul.  Sponsored by Citrus Fantasy Sports: Level up your fantasy hockey game with shot maps, projections, and Stormy, your AI assistant GM. Head to citrusfantasysports.com/go/fhp to get started! Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/fantasy-hockey-pucks--4969980/support. Reminder to follow FHP on Instagram for plenty of other content @fantasyhockeypucks, as well on TikTok for clips of the pod @fhp_pod. Thanks for listening and we’ll catch you the next time that we drop the puck.

Episode 115 of the Fantasy Hockey Pucks Podcast tackles a massive slate of hockey news, featuring Alex Ovechkin's retirement announcement, early returns on rookie standouts like Gavin McKenna and Ivar Stenberg, and a brutal wave of early-season injuries including updates on Aleksander Barkov, Linus Ullmark, and Brad Marchand. The crew also runs through rapid-fire waiver wire adds for standard and deep 18+ team leagues, pits high-profile skaters against each other in "Fantasy God or Fantasy Fraud," and breaks down early impressions of the Bruins and Leafs through four games. Today's episode is brought to you by Citrus Fantasy Sports. Built for the die-hard hockey fan, Citrus brings together player projections, shot maps, and deeper analytics backed by their AI assistant Stormy to help you dominate your roster decisions. Whether you are starting a new league, grabbing their draft kits, or bringing your existing league over to put their advanced tools to work, Citrus is the ultimate home for fantasy hockey. Head over to CitrusFantasySports.com/go/fhp to start a league or explore the tools today. Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/fantasy-hockey-pucks--4969980/support. Reminder to follow FHP on Instagram for plenty of other content @fantasyhockeypucks, as well on TikTok for clips of the pod @fhp_pod. Thanks for listening and we’ll catch you the next time that we drop the puck.

As the puck drops on the 2026/27 NHL campaign, the boys are back for Episode 114 of the Fantasy Hockey Pucks Podcast. FHP kick off the new season by unpacking all the opening week chaos. We break down the massive blockbuster moves around the league, including Kirill Marchenko heading to the Toronto Maple Leafs, alongside the early injury updates and goalie storylines you need to track. Plus, we share our first official batch of overreactions, hot takes, and waiver wire targets to help you navigate the opening month of fantasy hockey. Big thanks to Citrus Fantasy Sports for sponsoring the show. Whether you are building a new league, diving into player projections and shot maps, or using Stormy to manage your roster, Citrus is built for die-hard hockey fans. Head over to citrusfantasysports.com/go/fhp to check out their draft kits and start your league today. Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/fantasy-hockey-pucks--4969980/support. Reminder to follow FHP on Instagram for plenty of other content @fantasyhockeypucks, as well on TikTok for clips of the pod @fhp_pod. Thanks for listening and we’ll catch you the next time that we drop the puck.

Welcome back to the Fantasy Hockey Pucks Podcast season opener, where we dive into the 2026/27 campaign by breaking down massive new NHL cap numbers, essential draft strategies across Standard, Banger, Categories, and Roto leagues, and their locked-in breakout and bounce-back candidates like Igor Chernyshov, Timo Meier, Marco Kasper, and Dylan Strome.  Brought to you by Citrus Fantasy Sports. Head to citrusfantasysports.com/go/fhp to start your league, explore player projections, and put the Armchair GM and draft kits to work this season. Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/fantasy-hockey-pucks--4969980/support. Reminder to follow FHP on Instagram for plenty of other content @fantasyhockeypucks, as well on TikTok for clips of the pod @fhp_pod. Thanks for listening and we’ll catch you the next time that we drop the puck.

Welcome back to Episode 112 of the Fantasy Hockey Pucks Podcast! We're diving headfirst into the ultimate fantasy prep as we drop our biggest top 5 sleepers and busts for the upcoming season, break down winning draft strategies for Standard, Banger (BANGOS), and Categories leagues, and talk early-season trades. Get your squad prepped, check out our sponsor over at citrusfantasysports.com/go/fhp, and let's drop the puck! Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/fantasy-hockey-pucks--4969980/support. Reminder to follow FHP on Instagram for plenty of other content @fantasyhockeypucks, as well on TikTok for clips of the pod @fhp_pod. Thanks for listening and we’ll catch you the next time that we drop the puck.

Welcome back to Episode 111 of the FHP podcast, "The Prospect Problem," where we dive into training camp battles, opening week rookie spotlights, and essential defensemen and goalie tier breaks. We break down dynasty startup strategies, specifically focusing on when to pull the trigger on elite franchise prospects like Gavin McKenna and Ivar Stenberg over safe veterans, alongside the latest NHL camp updates, early injury reports, and a look at the Hronek trade blockbuster. A massive shout out to our presenting sponsor, Citrus Fantasy Sports. If you want a hockey-first platform built with advanced analytics, Citrus Insights, Stormy your AI GM, Armchair GM team management, and hockey arcade games all in one place, head over to https://citrusfantasysports.com/go/fhp. Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/fantasy-hockey-pucks--4969980/support. Reminder to follow FHP on Instagram for plenty of other content @fantasyhockeypucks, as well on TikTok for clips of the pod @fhp_pod. Thanks for listening and we’ll catch you the next time that we drop the puck.

Hockey is officially back as we return for Episode 110 of the Fantasy Hockey Pucks Podcast to break down a massive summer of NHL movement, blockbuster trade requests, high-profile contract extensions, and a comprehensive 32-team division-by-division preview. Tune in to catch up on all the latest league news following the Carolina Hurricanes' championship run, get fully prepped for your upcoming fantasy drafts, and check out daily player rankings dropping on Instagram. Make sure to head over to Citrus Fantasy Sports, our presenting sponsor and the ultimate hockey-first platform featuring advanced analytics and Stormy, your AI GM, to start your fantasy league today. (https://citrusfantasysports.com/) Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/fantasy-hockey-pucks--4969980/support. Reminder to follow FHP on Instagram for plenty of other content @fantasyhockeypucks, as well on TikTok for clips of the pod @fhp_pod. Thanks for listening and we’ll catch you the next time that we drop the puck.

Get ready for the most grueling post-season in sports with our full 2026 NHL Playoff Preview. In Fantasy Hockey Pucks Episode 109, we debate the ethics of bandwagoning before diving into a deep analysis of every first-round matchup, from the domination of the Avalanche over the Kings to the "real ECF" showdown between the Lightning and Canadiens. We break down the betting favorites, identify "Hidden Heroes" like Logan Stankoven and Jakub Dobes who could swing a series, and share essential strategies for transitioning your fantasy hockey mindset from the regular season to a playoff bracket. Top it all off with our boldest hot takes—including a potential 8-0 run for the Canes—to get you fully prepared for when we drop the puck on the road to the Cup. Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/fantasy-hockey-pucks--4969980/support. Reminder to follow FHP on Instagram for plenty of other content @fantasyhockeypucks, as well on TikTok for clips of the pod @fhp_pod. Thanks for listening and we’ll catch you the next time that we drop the puck.

The race to the postseason is reaching a boiling point, and Episode 108 of the Fantasy Hockey Pucks Podcast breaks down every major shift in the landscape. We honor the legendary careers of Jonathan Quick and Joe Bowen as they announce their retirements, recap Denver’s dominant Frozen Four victory led by Johnny Hicks, and analyze the fallout of the latest Wildcard eliminations. Plus, with the boys dropping their boldest hot takes for the 2026-27 season and debating the future of Morgan Rielly in Toronto, this is an episode you can't miss so let’s… drop the puck! Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/fantasy-hockey-pucks--4969980/support. Reminder to follow FHP on Instagram for plenty of other content @fantasyhockeypucks, as well on TikTok for clips of the pod @fhp_pod. Thanks for listening and we’ll catch you the next time that we drop the puck.

In this episode of the Fantasy Hockey Pucks Podcast, we’re breaking down a chaotic week in the NHL as the playoff race hits a fever pitch. We start with the massive coaching and front-office shakeups, including Pete DeBoer taking the reins in Long Island and the sudden GM vacancies in New Jersey and Toronto. We dive deep into the Wild Card standings, where the Eastern Conference has turned into a total logjam while the Western race begins to thin out. Plus, we analyze the "Panic Room" candidates Matty Beniers and Mackenzie Weegar, evaluate the next generation of stars like Porter Martone and James Hagens, and debate whether the league should lean into nostalgia by hosting retro games in cities like Quebec and Hartford. Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/fantasy-hockey-pucks--4969980/support. Reminder to follow FHP on Instagram for plenty of other content @fantasyhockeypucks, as well on TikTok for clips of the pod @fhp_pod. Thanks for listening and we’ll catch you the next time that we drop the puck.

Happy Easter, FHP fam! In this special holiday edition of the Fantasy Hockey Pucks Podcast, we are diving into the "Young N Old" debate as Ben and Ant draft the most valuable player at every single age in the NHL, from the 18 year old phenoms to the 40+ legends like Ovechkin. We also break down the heated debate over the NHL point system, looking at the LA Kings and Pittsburgh Penguins to see if a 3 point regulation win system would finally fix the standings. Stick around for a 2020s stat leaders Sporcle challenge to see if we actually know our puck history as well as we think. We will be back to our regular schedule next week, but for now, enjoy the holiday and we will catch you the next time we drop the puck! Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/fantasy-hockey-pucks--4969980/support. Reminder to follow FHP on Instagram for plenty of other content @fantasyhockeypucks, as well on TikTok for clips of the pod @fhp_pod. Thanks for listening and we’ll catch you the next time that we drop the puck.