The Rink Hockey Podcast

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Join us as we dive into all the biggest stories from around the NHL, with dedicated segments focused on the Montreal Canadiens. Whether you’re a Habs fan or just love talking hockey, this is your spot for lively discussion, insights, and league‑wide chatter.

Episodes

  1. 1d ago

    Episode 11 - From the Cup to the Draft

    Send us Fan Mail The Stanley Cup Final is officially wrapped, and we’re breaking down exactly how it ended — who stepped up, what swung the series, and what this win means moving forward. Then we shift into draft mode, looking at the upcoming NHL Entry Draft and the standout prospects expected to make noise in Round 1. To close it out, we hit the latest trades and league news as the offseason chaos starts to heat up. Another packed episode.

    1h 25m

  2. Jun 3

    Episode 10 - The Final Showdown: Conference Kings & Our Cup Pick

    Send us Fan Mail The stage is finally set. After a wild ride through the East and West, two teams have survived the gauntlet and punched their ticket to the Stanley Cup Final. In this episode, Dante, Donny, and Jordan break down how the Conference Finals were won, what separated the contenders from the pretenders, and which stars rose to the moment. Then it’s all eyes on the Final. We dive into matchups, momentum, X‑factors, coaching battles, and the one question every hockey fan is asking right now: who’s lifting the Cup when it’s all said and done. Strap in. The Final Showdown starts now

    51 min

  3. May 23

    Episode 9 - Round 2 Madness to Round 3 Predictions

    Send us Fan Mail  Round 2 of the Stanley Cup Playoffs is officially wrapped, and Episode 8 is all about breaking down the chaos it left behind. Dante, Donny, and Jordan dive into every series, every surprise, and every storyline before shifting gears into full Round 3 mode. We’re making our predictions, analyzing the matchups, and debating which teams have the edge as the conference finals get underway.

    1 hr

  4. May 6

    Episode 8 - Playoff Catch‑Up: Round 1 Fallout, Round 2 Fire, Draft Lottery Talk

    Send us Fan Mail  After a short break, the boys are back and the playoffs have not slowed down. In this episode, we catch up on everything we missed from Round 1 — the upsets, the overperformers, the disappointments, and the storylines that stole the show. Then we roll straight into our thoughts on Round 2: the matchups, the momentum swings, and who we think has the edge moving forward. To wrap things up, we shift gears and break down the NHL Draft Lottery results, what they mean for the teams at the bottom, and how the board might shake out heading into draft season. A lot has happened since we were last on the mic — so let’s get into it.

    1h 15m

  5. Apr 18

    Episode 7 - NHL Playoffs 2026 Eastern Conference Preview

    Send us Fan Mail The playoffs are here, the matchups are set, and we’ve got opinions. Big ones. Bold ones. Maybe even a couple that’ll get us chirped in the comments. Tonight we’re breaking down every first‑round series, who’s got the edge, who’s in trouble, and who we’re riding with as the chase for the Cup begins. Buckle up — it’s playoff season.

    55 min

  6. Apr 18

    Episode 6 - NHL Playoffs 2026 Western Conference Preview

    Send us Fan Mail The playoffs are here, the matchups are set, and we’ve got opinions. Big ones. Bold ones. Maybe even a couple that’ll get us chirped in the comments. Tonight we’re breaking down every first‑round series, who’s got the edge, who’s in trouble, and who we’re riding with as the chase for the Cup begins. Buckle up — it’s playoff season.

    41 min

  7. Apr 14

    Episode 5 - Exceeding Expectations: The Canadiens’ Surge and Who We Want in Round One

    Send us Fan Mail The Habs weren’t supposed to be here this fast — but they’ve blown expectations out of the water. In Episode 5, we break down the players who’ve taken massive steps, the milestones that lit up the season, and why this team suddenly looks way ahead of schedule. With the playoffs on the horizon, we dive into the matchups, the momentum, and the big question every Habs fan is asking: who do we actually want in Round One. From breakout performances to bold predictions, this episode is all about the surge, the swagger, and the belief building in Montreal.

    45 min

  8. Mar 27

    Episode 4: Quick Shifts & Hockey Shenanigans

    Send us Fan Mail In this week’s episode, we’re keeping things loose and lively. We kick things off with a handful of smaller hockey storylines of stuff that caught our attention around the league. Then it’s game time. First up: Blind Top 5 Rankings, where chaos reigns and the hockey gods decide whether our lists make any sense at all. After that, we fire through a round of Rapid‑Fire Hot Takes, tossing out bold opinions faster than a breakaway in OT. It’s a lighter episode, full of laughs, friendly debates, and plenty of puck‑talk energy. Lace ’em up and enjoy the ride.

    51 min

  9. Mar 15

    Episode 3 - Milestones & Mayhem: Habs Stars Make History

    Send us Fan Mail In Episode 3, we spotlight a massive week for the Montreal Canadiens as Lane Hutson and Juraj Slafkovsky each hit major career milestones — and we break down why these moments matter for the Habs’ future. From Hutson’s rapid rise to Slafkovsky’s continued breakout, we dig into what these achievements say about Montreal’s young core. Then we take a spin around the league, starting with Nathan MacKinnon’s surprising ejection and what it means for the Avalanche, before diving into the fallout from Radko Gudas’ hit on Auston Matthews and the suspension that followed. It’s a packed episode full of big moments, sharp takes, and everything you need to stay caught up on a wild week in the NHL.

    49 min

  10. Mar 9

    Episode 2 - NHL Trade Deadline

    Send us Fan Mail Episode 2 takes a deep dive into the NHL trade deadline, breaking down the biggest moves and the stories behind them. The boys weigh in on the deals they loved, the ones that missed the mark, and which teams came out as true winners and losers. Stick around until the end for some Habs‑focused deadline talk you won’t want to miss.

    1h 6m

  11. Mar 1

    Episode 1 - Getting Started

    Send us Fan Mail  The debut episode kicks off with Dante, Donny, and Jordan diving straight into the heart of the hockey world—breaking down Olympic hockey storylines, stirring up trade‑deadline speculation, and debating the state of the Montreal Canadiens. From bold predictions to unfiltered NHL takes, this first chapter sets the tone for a podcast built on passion, personality, and pure hockey talk.

    1h 52m
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Join us as we dive into all the biggest stories from around the NHL, with dedicated segments focused on the Montreal Canadiens. Whether you’re a Habs fan or just love talking hockey, this is your spot for lively discussion, insights, and league‑wide chatter.

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