Hockey Central @ Noon Podcast
1) Stories of an EBUG + The Hockey Hall of Strange
Jeff chats with former Blues EBUG Tyler Stewart about how he ended up in that position, his first impression of an NHL locker room, and the fraternity of EBUGs around the league. Producer Matt brings ...Show More
2) Marek & Friedman: Toews’ Curtain Call in ChiTown
Jeff and Elliotte discuss the idea of the “Hockey Hall of Weird or Strange” and what they would put in it. Next, they look at what could happen with the veteran core of the Penguins and how quickly Fe...Show More
3) A Step Forward for the Sabres
Jeff chats with Lance Lysowski of The Buffalo News about how to view the Sabres’ season, where Buffalo may look to add this summer, and which of the team's goalie surplus might be moved this summer. L...Show More
4) MvsW: Playoff Life Without the Penguins
Jeff and Greg talk about famous New Jersey Devils fans, if Patrik Elias belongs in the Hockey Hall of Fame, and Pittsburgh not being able to clinch a playoff spot. Next, they discuss Jeff Carter’s dim...Show More
5) Marek & Friedman: Pittsburgh’s Missed Opportunity
Jeff and Elliotte look at the Penguins’ shocking loss to the Blackhawks, if the mystique surrounding the big three is gone, and the Jets finally locking up a playoff spot. To wrap up, the guys look at...Show More
6) Seattle Winning On and Off the Ice
Jeff is joined by Alison Lukan to talk about the organizational success of the Seattle Kraken at both the NHL and AHL levels, as well as Shane Wright’s developmental year and why Dave Hakstol should g...Show More
7) Marek & Friedman: Interesting Times in Calgary
Jeff and Elliotte discuss the idea of Toronto’s precarious goaltending situation, why the Amateur Tryout agreements might need tinkering and why there is another cry to fix the LTIR problem (7:59). Ne...Show More
8) Adam Fantilli Leaves Class for Jeff
Off the top, Hobey Baker winner and top prospect ahead of the 2023 NHL Entry Draft, Adam Fantilli joins the show! He discusses some of the memorable coaches that helped him get to this level, winning ...Show More
9) Marek & Friedman: The Final Week of the Regular Season Begins
Jeff Marek kicks off the show with Elliotte Friedman discussing the development of young goalies making the adjustment to the NHL, and how Brian Boyle set a path for NHL players to improve their skati...Show More
10) Kraken Clinch First Playoff Berth in Franchise History
Off the top, Jeff Marek is joined by Leafs Nation's own Gord Stellick to discuss the Bruins’ win over the Maple Leafs, their mutual admiration for the Hughes family, and the Seattle Kraken clinching t...Show More