Mid-Ice Crisis

Josh Cybulski
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Hockey takes from a hockey writer, podcaster and one upon a time broadcaster who is going through a mid-ice crisis.

  1. 1d ago

    The NHL's Personality Crisis: A Deep Dive

    In this episode, Josh Cybulski discusses the NHL's ongoing personality problem, highlighting the lack of engaging and exciting player interviews. Josh argues that the league's corporate culture and media training stifle player individuality, making them appear bland and uninteresting. Cybulski emphasizes the need for the NHL to let players showcase their personalities to better connect with fans and grow the sport. He also reflects on the importance of authenticity in sports media and the potential for more compelling storytelling around players' experiences. Mid-Ice Crisis is available on YouTube and podcast platforms. Cwench Hydration brings you Mid-Ice Crisis. Go to: www.cwenchhydration.ca/SECONDSTORYPOD to get a 15% discount. www.cwenchhydration.com/SECONDSTORYPOD in the U.S. Use promo code SECONDSTORYPOD at checkout Follow Josh Cybulski at: Insta: https://www.instagram.com/authorjoshcybulski/ Twitter: https://twitter.com/AuthorJCybulski Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/jfactor12 Buy Josh’s Book: https://www.amazon.ca/Second-Story-Work-Josh-Cybulski/dp/B08JF5M3MN/ref=tmm_pap_swatch_0?_encoding=UTF8&qid=1706931882&sr=8-1 Listen to Josh’s Audiobook Podcast: https://podcasts.apple.com/ca/podcast/second-story-work-the-novel/id1712487814 #nhl #NHLNews #Hockey #NHLRumors #HockeyPodcast #MidIceCrisis Chapters 00:00 The NHL's Personality Problem 03:06 The Need for Player Engagement 06:12 The Role of Media Training 09:05 The Impact of Corporate Culture 12:02 The Desire for Authenticity 15:04 The Future of NHL Personalities

  2. Oct 9

    The Oilers Need A Goalie. Now.

    The Edmonton Oilers have Connor McDavid. They have Leon Draisaitl. They have the talent to compete for the Stanley Cup. So why does this team still feel like it's missing something? In this episode of Mid-Ice Crisis, Josh looks at two problems Edmonton needs to address: goaltending and forward depth. The Oilers don't necessarily need another superstar. They need an NHL-calibre goaltender who can deliver reliable saves when the games matter most. If Edmonton is serious about winning a Stanley Cup with McDavid and Draisaitl, they can't keep hoping their biggest weaknesses will fix themselves. The window is open. The question is whether the Oilers will do something about it. Is Edmonton a goalie and a depth forward away from being a legitimate Stanley Cup contender? Let us know what you think in the comments. Mid-Ice Crisis is available on YouTube and podcast platforms. Mid-Ice Crisis is brought to you by Cwench Hydration. Go to: www.cwenchhydration.ca/SECONDSTORYPOD to get a 15% discount. www.cwenchhydration.com/SECONDSTORYPOD in the U.S. Use promo code SECONDSTORYPOD at checkout Follow Josh Cybulski at: Insta: https://www.instagram.com/authorjoshcybulski/ Twitter: https://twitter.com/AuthorJCybulski Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/jfactor12 Buy Josh’s Book: https://www.amazon.ca/Second-Story-Work-Josh-Cybulski/dp/B08JF5M3MN/ref=tmm_pap_swatch_0?_encoding=UTF8&qid=1706931882&sr=8-1 Listen to Josh’s Audiobook Podcast: https://podcasts.apple.com/ca/podcast/second-story-work-the-novel/id1712487814 #NHL #NHLNews #Hockey #Oilers #EdmontonOilers #NHL #Hockey #MidIceCrisis

  3. Oct 1

    WHAT THE HELL ARE THE LEAFS DOING?

    The Toronto Maple Leafs have completely reinvented themselves heading into the 2026-27 NHL season, but did they actually get better? Josh Cybulski breaks down John Chayka's first offseason as GM, the hiring of Jim Hiller, the arrival of first-overall pick Gavin McKenna, and the massive changes to Toronto's roster. He dives into the Leafs' biggest offseason gamble: acquiring Kirill Marchenko and immediately handing him a massive contract while sending Matthew Knies to Columbus. Josh also looks at the Sergei Bobrovsky gamble, Darren Raddysh's enormous contract, and whether Toronto has finally built a team that can play a different style of hockey. The Leafs are different; they're unpredictable, and for better or worse, Toronto hockey is about to get very interesting. Mid-Ice Crisis is brought to you by Cwench Hydration. Go to: www.cwenchhydration.ca/SECONDSTORYPOD to get a 15% discount. www.cwenchhydration.com/SECONDSTORYPOD in the U.S. Use promo code SECONDSTORYPOD at checkout Follow Josh Cybulski at: Insta: https://www.instagram.com/authorjoshcybulski/ Twitter: https://twitter.com/AuthorJCybulski Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/jfactor12 Buy Josh’s Book: https://www.amazon.ca/Second-Story-Work-Josh-Cybulski/dp/B08JF5M3MN/ref=tmm_pap_swatch_0?_encoding=UTF8&qid=1706931882&sr=8-1 Listen to Josh’s Audiobook Podcast: https://podcasts.apple.com/ca/podcast/second-story-work-the-novel/id1712487814 #leafsforever #MapleLeafs #TorontoMapleLeafs #NHL #NHLNews #LeafsNation #TorontoHockey #AustonMatthews #WilliamNylander #GavinMcKenna #KirillMarchenko #MidIceCrisis #HockeyPodcast #NHLHockey

  4. Sep 25

    THE NHL IS ABOUT TO GET UGLY | Hellebuyck, Waivers, & Ottawa's Leadership Crisis

    The NHL is about to get ugly. Training camp is winding down, NHL teams are getting closer to their 23-man rosters, and some extremely difficult decisions are coming. On this episode of Mid-Ice Crisis, Josh breaks down the players who could find themselves on the waiver wire — including some former high draft picks and young NHLers who could be claimed if their teams aren't careful. We also look at the unresolved Connor Hellebuyck/Winnipeg Jets saga and discuss what happens when a player wants out but the team isn't willing to accept the offers coming back. Finally, we look at the Ottawa Senators' changing identity after former captain Brady Tkachuk's departure. Josh also examines who could emerge as Ottawa's next captain and discusses why the best player isn't necessarily the best leader. And, as always, Josh wants to hear from you: Who should be the next captain of the Ottawa Senators? And what do you think happens with Connor Hellebuyck and the Winnipeg Jets? Drop your thoughts in the comments. Mid-Ice Crisis is available on YouTube and podcast platforms. Mid-Ice Crisis is brought to you by Cwench Hydration. Go to: www.cwenchhydration.ca/SECONDSTORYPOD to get a 15% discount. www.cwenchhydration.com/SECONDSTORYPOD in the U.S. Use promo code SECONDSTORYPOD at checkout Follow Josh Cybulski at: Insta: https://www.instagram.com/authorjoshcybulski/ Twitter: https://twitter.com/AuthorJCybulski Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/jfactor12 Buy Josh’s Book: https://www.amazon.ca/Second-Story-Work-Josh-Cybulski/dp/B08JF5M3MN/ref=tmm_pap_swatch_0?_encoding=UTF8&qid=1706931882&sr=8-1 Listen to Josh’s Audiobook Podcast: https://podcasts.apple.com/ca/podcast/second-story-work-the-novel/id1712487814 #NHL #NHLNews #Hockey #NHLWaivers #NHLRumors #HockeyPodcast #MidIceCrisis

  5. Sep 3

    NHL Summer Chaos: Winnipeg, Toronto & Edmonton

    The NHL offseason is nearly over, but did the Toronto Maple Leafs and Edmonton Oilers actually get better? Will Winnipeg be able to trade Connor Hellebuyck before the season starts? On this episode of Mid-Ice Crisis, we break down three of the biggest NHL stories heading into the 2026-27 season: Hellebuyck’s trade request, the Maple Leafs’ extreme offseason makeover, and the Edmonton Oilers’ attempt to fix their roster around Connor McDavid. Are the Jets better off trading Hellebuyck? Did the Leafs finally address the problems that have held them back? And after another disappointing playoff, did the Oilers actually do enough to compete for the Cup? Who got it right? And who could regret their summer moves? Subscribe to Mid-Ice Crisis for NHL news, analysis, trade rumours, hot takes and conversations about the biggest stories around the league. Mid-Ice Crisis is brought to you by Cwench Hydration.  Go to: www.cwenchhydration.ca/SECONDSTORYPOD to get a 15% discount.  www.cwenchhydration.com/SECONDSTORYPOD in the U.S.  Use promo code SECONDSTORYPOD at checkout Follow Josh Cybulski at: Insta: https://www.instagram.com/authorjoshcybulski/ Twitter: https://twitter.com/AuthorJCybulski Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/jfactor12 Buy Josh’s Book: https://www.amazon.ca/Second-Story-Work-Josh-Cybulski/dp/B08JF5M3MN/ref=tmm_pap_swatch_0?_encoding=UTF8&qid=1706931882&sr=8-1 Listen to Josh’s Audiobook Podcast: https://podcasts.apple.com/ca/podcast/second-story-work-the-novel/id1712487814 #NHL #Hockey #AtlanticDivision #MapleLeafs #winnipegjets #oilersnation

    NHL Summer Chaos: Winnipeg, Toronto & Edmonton

  6. Jul 29

    Who Won the Pacific Division Offseason? | Oilers Gamble, Sharks Surge & Vegas Waits

    In this episode of Mid-Ice Crisis, we discuss: • Did the Oilers make the right decisions? • Can Vegas remain the team to beat in the Pacific? • Are the Kings finally built to make a deep playoff run? • Is San Jose's rebuild ahead of schedule? • What are the Vancouver Canucks? • How bad will Calgary be? • Did anyone have a worse summer than Anaheim? • Why is Seattle stuck in the mushy middle? Plus, we rank every Pacific Division team's offseason, hand out our winners and losers, and debate which clubs improved the most heading into the 2026-27 NHL season. Who do you think had the best offseason in the Pacific Division? Drop your rankings in the comments and join the conversation! Mid-Ice Crisis is brought to you by Cwench Hydration.  Go to: www.cwenchhydration.ca/SECONDSTORYPOD to get a 15% discount.  www.cwenchhydration.com/SECONDSTORYPOD in the U.S.  Use promo code SECONDSTORYPOD at checkout Follow Josh Cybulski at: Insta: https://www.instagram.com/authorjoshcybulski/ Twitter: https://twitter.com/AuthorJCybulski Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/jfactor12 Buy Josh’s Book: https://www.amazon.ca/Second-Story-Work-Josh-Cybulski/dp/B08JF5M3MN/ref=tmm_pap_swatch_0?_encoding=UTF8&qid=1706931882&sr=8-1 Listen to Josh’s Audiobook Podcast: https://podcasts.apple.com/ca/podcast/second-story-work-the-novel/id1712487814 #NHL #Hockey #PacificDivision #EdmontonOilers #VegasGoldenKnights #LosAngelesKings #VancouverCanucks #CalgaryFlames #SeattleKraken #AnaheimDucks #SanJoseSharks

    Who Won the Pacific Division Offseason? | Oilers Gamble, Sharks Surge & Vegas Waits

  7. Jul 22

    Powerhouses Are Crumbling | Is The Central Division Up For Grabs This Year?

    The Central Division had one of the most fascinating offseasons in the NHL, and we're breaking down every team's biggest moves heading into the 2026-27 season. Who had the best offseason in the Central Division? 🤔 The Avalanche dealt some key forwards. The Blues retooled. The Blackhawks kept building. The Stars largely stood pat. The Mammoth made some huge swings. We break down every Central Division team and rank the biggest winners and losers. Who's winning the Central in 2026-27? Let us know your rankings in the comments. Mid-Ice Crisis is brought to you by Cwench Hydration.  Go to: www.cwenchhydration.ca/SECONDSTORYPOD to get a 15% discount.  www.cwenchhydration.com/SECONDSTORYPOD in the U.S.  Use promo code SECONDSTORYPOD at checkout Follow Josh Cybulski at: Insta: https://www.instagram.com/authorjoshcybulski/ Twitter: https://twitter.com/AuthorJCybulski Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/jfactor12 Buy Josh’s Book: https://www.amazon.ca/Second-Story-Work-Josh-Cybulski/dp/B08JF5M3MN/ref=tmm_pap_swatch_0?_encoding=UTF8&qid=1706931882&sr=8-1 Listen to Josh’s Audiobook Podcast: https://podcasts.apple.com/ca/podcast/second-story-work-the-novel/id1712487814 #NHL #Hockey #centraldivision #dallasstars  #coloradoavalanche  #chicagoblackhawks  #winnipegjets  #minnesotawild  #nashvillepredators  #stlouisblues  #utahmammoth #NHLPodcast

    Powerhouses Are Crumbling | Is The Central Division Up For Grabs This Year?

  8. Jul 16

    The Atlantic Division has become an absolute warzone

    Who had the best offseason in the Atlantic Division? 🤔 The Panthers made another big splash. The Leafs retooled. The Canadiens kept building. The Senators made one of the biggest trades of the summer. We break down every Atlantic Division team and rank the biggest winners and losers. Who's winning the Atlantic in 2026-27? Mid-Ice Crisis is brought to you by Cwench Hydration.  Go to: www.cwenchhydration.ca/SECONDSTORYPOD to get a 15% discount.  www.cwenchhydration.com/SECONDSTORYPOD in the U.S.  Use promo code SECONDSTORYPOD at checkout Follow Josh Cybulski at: Insta: https://www.instagram.com/authorjoshcybulski/ Twitter: https://twitter.com/AuthorJCybulski Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/jfactor12 Buy Josh’s Book: https://www.amazon.ca/Second-Story-Work-Josh-Cybulski/dp/B08JF5M3MN/ref=tmm_pap_swatch_0?_encoding=UTF8&qid=1706931882&sr=8-1 Listen to Josh’s Audiobook Podcast: https://podcasts.apple.com/ca/podcast/second-story-work-the-novel/id1712487814 #NHL #Hockey #AtlanticDivision #MapleLeafs #Canadiens #Panthers #Senators #NHLPodcast

    The Atlantic Division has become an absolute warzone
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Hockey takes from a hockey writer, podcaster and one upon a time broadcaster who is going through a mid-ice crisis.

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  • Creator
    Josh Cybulski
  • Years Active
    2025 - 2026
  • Episodes
    40
  • Rating
    Explicit
  • Copyright
    © 2026 Josh Cybulski
  • Show Website
    Mid-Ice Crisis