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Eddie Garcia & Doug Stolhand, Bleav 600 Episodes Oct 12, 2026

Puck Podcast is a weekly hockey podcast focused entirely on the NHL. Hosted by Eddie Garcia and Doug Stolhand, it offers analysis, interviews, and opinions on league news and storylines. Each episode covers what's happening around the NHL with insight you won't find elsewhere.

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Shesterkin season ending injury: Puck Podcast October 11, 2026
Shesterkin season ending injury: Puck Podcast October 11, 2026 Oct 12, 2026 01:55:21 Eddie Garcia and guest co-host Thomas Harrington analyze the Capitals’ improved roster, the Oilers’ hot start under Mike Babcock and Dylan Larkin’s rollercoaster week. Key stories include Igor Shesterkin’s season-ending injury. Standout moments—from hat tricks by Kirill Kaprizov and Brandon Hagel to Jake Oettinger’s pair of shutouts. Plus: historic milestones for Steven Stamkos, updates on Connor
Week 1 new NHL season: Puck Podcast October 5, 2026
Week 1 new NHL season: Puck Podcast October 5, 2026 Oct 6, 2026 02:38:35 Alexander Ovechkin’s farewell tour headlines a wild opening week as the Washington Capitals’ icon announces his final NHL season. Are the Florida Panthers’ playoff damaged by Alexander Barkov’s latest injury? The Detroit Red Wings spiral into chaos amid “Sell the Team” chants and Simon Edvinsson’s trade demand. Can Toronto’s blockbuster deal for Kirill Marchenko stabilize their season? Eddie Garci
Fantilli signs, Central Preview: Puck Podcast September 26, 2026
Fantilli signs, Central Preview: Puck Podcast September 26, 2026 Sep 27, 2026 02:35:13 Columbus Blue Jackets lock up young forward Adam Fantilli with a six-year, $82.5 million deal, making him the franchise’s highest-paid player. Will this blockbuster contract help propel Columbus in the right direction? Eddie Garcia and Hart Stoffman discuss the evolving NHL salary landscape, and Dylan Larkin’s expanding list of trade destinations. In preseason action rookie Ivar Stenberg dazzles w
Hellebuyck holdout, Atlantic Preview: Puck Podcast September 19, 2026
Hellebuyck holdout, Atlantic Preview: Puck Podcast September 19, 2026 Sep 21, 2026 02:33:51 The Winnipeg Jets suspend Connor Hellebuyck after the star goaltender refuses to report for training camp. Can Hellebuyck’s gamble force a blockbuster trade, or will the Jets hold firm and wait for the right deal...no matter how long it takes. Eddie Garcia and Jeff Ponder debate the fallout in Manitoba, break down the latest updates on Dylan Larkin’s future with the Detroit Red Wings, and analyze
Kreider to Habs, Pacific Preview: Puck Podcast September 12, 2026
Kreider to Habs, Pacific Preview: Puck Podcast September 12, 2026 Sep 13, 2026 02:13:07 Montreal Canadiens land Chris Kreider after the Anaheim Ducks terminate his contract, shaking up the NHL preseason buzz. Are the Ducks making the right moves to remain cap compliant after the blockbuster Leo Carlsson offer sheet? Eddie Garcia and Thomas Harrington debate Kreider’s impact in Montreal, Anaheim’s rapidly changing roster, and the pressure rising on Ducks management to finalize a Cutte
ASU player update: Puck Podcast September 6, 2026
ASU player update: Puck Podcast September 6, 2026 Sep 7, 2026 03:20:57 In the first period special guest co-host Alex Wiederspiel joins Eddie Garcia to discuss the sad news involving Arizona State hockey player Matthew Mayich, the Zeev Buium contract and the rest of the news from the past week in the NHL. In the second period we start our division previews with a look at the Metropolitan Division. In the third period we read listener e-mails plus give you a recap of
Makar first $20 million player: Puck Podcast August 29, 2025
Makar first $20 million player: Puck Podcast August 29, 2025 Aug 30, 2026 02:37:21 Cale Makar makes NHL history with an 8-year, $163.2 million contract—are mega-deals reshaping the future of the salary cap era? Eddie Garcia and Dr. Brian Kennedy break down the Colorado Avalanche’s big move, spotlighting Makar’s elite status, ripple effects on players like Quinn Hughes and the growing tension between superstar paydays and team-building strategy. The conversation also questions wh
Cutter Gauthier rejects offer: Puck Podcast August, 23, 2026
Cutter Gauthier rejects offer: Puck Podcast August, 23, 2026 Aug 24, 2026 02:36:55 Anaheim Ducks young star Cutter Gauthier rejects a $52 million contract offer—are escalating salaries and offer sheets reshaping the NHL’s power balance? Eddie Garcia guest co-host and Thomas Harrington debate the impact of blockbuster deals for Leo Carlson and dissect Ducks management’s hardline tacticsAnalysis spotlights Detroit Red Wings’ search for a new GM, the looming expansion into Houston
Youngblood remake movie review: Puck Podcast August 16, 2026
Youngblood remake movie review: Puck Podcast August 16, 2026 Aug 17, 2026 02:45:12 Detroit Red Wings’ GM search drags on as Dylan Larkin’s future ignites more chaos in Hockeytown. Could a reconciliation be possible, or are the Red Wings set for a last-minute blockbuster move before training camp? Meanwhile, Winnipeg Jets’ Connor Hellebuyck’s trade rumors swirl as teammates weigh in with revealing comments. Eddie Garcia and Jeff Ponder injury news on Florida Panthers’ Brad Marcha
Latest Red Wings GM news: Puck Podcast August 9, 2026
Latest Red Wings GM news: Puck Podcast August 9, 2026 Aug 10, 2026 02:24:57 The Detroit Red Wings general manager search takes center stage, with surprising moves that could reshape the team’s future—and the Dylan Larkin saga hanging in the balance. Will the Red Wings move beyond their “legendary” alumni and make an outside hire, or is another franchise icon poised to take the reins? Eddie Garcia and guest host Alex Wiederspiel examine the implications for Detroit’s roste
Celebrini now highest paid: Puck Podcast August 2, 2026
Celebrini now highest paid: Puck Podcast August 2, 2026 Aug 3, 2026 02:48:37 San Jose Sharks make Macklin Celebrini the NHL’s highest paid player per season with a $94 million extension. What does this blockbuster move signal for the Sharks’ future and the league’s salary trends?Eddie Garcia and Hart Stoffman break down Celebrini’s record-setting deal and its ripple effects across the NHL. The show spotlights Dylan Larkin’s uncertain future in Detroit, possible trades for
Robertson resigns with Dallas: Puck Podcast July 26, 2025
Robertson resigns with Dallas: Puck Podcast July 26, 2025 Jul 27, 2026 02:09:14 Dallas Stars take a high-stakes gamble by retaining Jason Robertson on a one-year, $12 million deal, risking losing a top scorer to free agency. Can Jim Nill secure a long-term extension, or will a midseason blockbuster trade reshape the NHL landscape? Eddie Garcia and Jeff Ponder break down major NHL moves, from Dylan Larkin’s uncertain future in Detroit to Connor Hellebuyck’s likely relocation.

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