First round playoff preview: Puck Podcast April 17, 2026

In the first period we wrap up the Stanley Cup Finals and the second championship in franchise history for the Carolina Hurricanes. In the second period we discuss the news from the past week in the NHL including the Oilers shocking decision to try and hire Mike Babcock as head coach. In the third period we read listener e-mails. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

In the first period we recap the amazing first three games of the Stanley Cup Finals. In the second period we discuss the major NHL news from the past week including the Dylan Larkin trade request. In the third period we have listener e-mails. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

In the first period we recap the conclusion the Conference Finals and preview the Stanley Cup Finals. In the second period we look back at the top news of the week including the passing of Claude Lemieux. In the third period we read many listener e-mails. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

In the first period we recap the first two games of the Western and Eastern Conference Finals. In the second period we discuss news from the NHL including coaching news. In the third period we read listener e-mails. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

In the first period we recap the conclusion of the second round of the Eastern Conference Playoffs with a winner take all Game 7 between the Sabres and Canadiens. In the second period we recap the conclusion of the second round of the Western Conference Playoffs with the Avalanche and Golden Knights advancing. In the third period we recap NHL news and read listener e-mails. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

In the first period we recap the start of the Eastern Conference Playoffs including the Hurricanes sweeping the Flyers. In the second period we recap the conclusion of the Western Conference Playoffs including a split of the first 4 games between the Golden Knights and Ducks. In the third period we recap NHL news and read listener e-mails. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

In the first period we recap the conclusion of the Western Conference Playoffs including the Wild advancing past the Stars. In the second period we recap the conclusion of the Eastern Conference Playoffs including a epic 7 game series between the Canadiens and Lightning. In the third period we recap NHL news and read listener e-mails. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

In the first period we recap the opening week of action in the Stanley Cup Playoffs in the Eastern Conference with the Carolina Hurricanes already advancing into Round 2! In the second period we look at the opening week of action in the Western Conference Playoffs with the Minnesota Wild and Dallas Stars turning into a first round epic clash. In the third period we have listener e-mails. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

We discuss Rick Bowness' rant and GM comings and going. Plus a recap of the final games of the regular season and a complete first round playoff preview. AND lots of e-mail reaction to Doug's announcement he will be stepping away from the show. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Eddie and Doug discuss front office moves by the Devils, Kraken and Ducks. We recap the past week in the NHL with more teams clinching playoff berths while others are officially eliminated. MAJOR SHOW NEWS in the 3rd period plus listener e-mails. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.