SLC Puck!

Austin Facer

SLC Puck! Powered by BigTuskEnergy.com From the mountains to the madness on the ice, SLC Puck is your go-to podcast for all things Utah hockey. Hosted by Austin Facer — part fanboy, part chaos agent — we cover the Utah Hockey Club, the NHL, the local youth leagues that keep the dream alive, and everything in between. Think Last Week Tonight meets SportsCenter. Twice a week, we bring you hot takes that will age terribly, and a whole lot of local hockey love. If it skates in Utah, we’re talking about it — sometimes with actual insight. Streaming on YouTube, Spotify, Apple Podcasts, and wherever hockey nerds hang out. Potential advertisers can inquire at austin@slcpuck.com www.slcpuck.com

  1. 14 HR AGO

    Tom Wilson Took Over, Ovi Got the Hat Trick & Utah Lost Its Cool

    GRAB SOME ICE GIVEAWAY: https://www.slcpuck.com/p/giveaway-grab-some-ice SLC Puck is powered by BigTuskEnergy.com Join the SLC Puck+ tier on Patreon for bonus episodes! ➡️ www.patreon.com/slcpuckThe Utah Mammoth played their most physical game of the season — and it got away from them.On this episode of SLC Puck, Austin breaks down Utah’s wild 7-4 loss to the Washington Capitals, how Tom Wilson managed to control the game even while spending most of it in the penalty box, and why the Mammoth lost their composure at the worst possible time. Plus, Alex Ovechkin scores a hat trick, the playoff race tightens up, and there’s a spicy Auston Matthews trade rumor with Utah’s name attached.In this episode: • Why Utah let the game slip emotionally • The Brandon Tanev hit that changed everything • Tom Wilson’s chaos and its ripple effects • Ovechkin’s hat trick • The updated playoff picture • Why an Auston Matthews-to-Utah rumor isn’t as crazy as it sounds CONNECT WITH SLC PUCK!🤝 Patreon ➡️ www.patreon.com/slcpuck 🛍️ Merch ➡️ www.bigtuskenergy.com 🤑SLC Picks (DFS)➡️ https://www.slcpuck.com/t/slc-picks 📸 Instagram ➡️ https://instagram.com/slcpuck 🎥TikTok ➡️ https://tiktok.com/@slcpuck 🎧 Apple Podcasts ➡️ ✳️ Spotify ➡️ 🐦 Twitter ➡️ https://x.com/slcpuck 👍 Facebook ➡️ https://www.facebook.com/slcpuck ☕️Buy Me A Coffee (Support the show!) https://buymeacoffee.com/slcpuck Join the SLC Puck+ tier on Patreon for bonus episodes! ➡️ www.patreon.com/slcpuckThe Utah Mammoth played their most physical game of the season — and it got away from them.On this episode of SLC Puck, Austin breaks down Utah’s wild 7-4 loss to the Washington Capitals, how Tom Wilson managed to control the game even while spending most of it in the penalty box, and why the Mammoth lost their composure at the worst possible time. Plus, Alex Ovechkin scores a hat trick, the playoff race tightens up, and there’s a spicy Auston Matthews trade rumor with Utah’s name attached.In this episode: • Why Utah let the game slip emotionally • The Brandon Tanev hit that changed everything • Tom Wilson’s chaos and its ripple effects • Ovechkin’s hat trick • The updated playoff picture • Why an Auston Matthews-to-Utah rumor isn’t as crazy as it sounds This is a public episode. If you would like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit www.slcpuck.com

    35 min
  2. 4 DAYS AGO

    Tusky Plushies, Caleb Desnoyers Signs & Utah Keeps Rolling

    GRAB SOME ICE GIVEAWAY: https://www.slcpuck.com/p/giveaway-grab-some-ice SLC Puck is powered by BigTuskEnergy.com The Utah Mammoth pick up a big win over the Los Angeles Kings, Caleb Desnoyers signs his entry-level contract, and Tusky plushies are finally on the way. On this episode of SLC Puck, Austin and Sammy break down Utah’s first win of the season over the Kings, why that physical edge matters heading toward the playoffs, what Desnoyers signing his ELC actually means, and why the upcoming Tusky plush drop is about to change lives in the Delta Center gift shop. Also in this episode: * Why the Kings win felt important * Jack McBain’s continued rampage * What Desnoyers signing means for his path to Utah * The official Tusky plush rollout * Which plushie might become the fan favorite CONNECT WITH SLC PUCK!🤝 Patreon ➡️ www.patreon.com/slcpuck 🛍️ Merch ➡️ www.bigtuskenergy.com 🤑SLC Picks (DFS)➡️ https://www.slcpuck.com/t/slc-picks 📸 Instagram ➡️ https://instagram.com/slcpuck 🎥TikTok ➡️ https://tiktok.com/@slcpuck 🎧 Apple Podcasts ➡️ ✳️ Spotify ➡️ 🐦 Twitter ➡️ https://x.com/slcpuck 👍 Facebook ➡️ https://www.facebook.com/slcpuck ☕️Buy Me A Coffee (Support the show!) https://buymeacoffee.com/slcpuck This is a public episode. If you would like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit www.slcpuck.com

    38 min
  3. 17 MAR

    Mammoth Punch Back in Dallas After Pittsburgh Disaster

    GRAB SOME ICE GIVEAWAY: https://www.slcpuck.com/p/giveaway-grab-some-ice The Utah Mammoth got embarrassed by Pittsburgh… then answered with what might’ve been their most satisfying response of the season. On this episode of SLC Puck, Austin breaks down Utah’s ugly loss to the Penguins, their statement win over the Dallas Stars, and why the difference between those two games came down to one thing: edge. Brandon Tanev drops the gloves. Jack McBain follows. Vejmelka gets a night off, Vejmelka? No — Vitek Vanacek steps in and delivers. Utah snaps a four-game skid, ends Dallas’ 15-game point streak, and reminds everybody they’re not dead yet. Also in this episode: * What went so wrong against Pittsburgh * Why Utah looked like a different team against Dallas * The physical tone-setters that changed the game * Why this win matters in the playoff race * Connor Bedard, crowd chirping, and one hilarious Athletic story * Updated wildcard standings and what comes next Utah is still holding the first wildcard spot. Now the question is whether they can build on this and stay there. Like, subscribe, and tell a friend. SLC Puck Plus drops tomorrow on Patreon. CONNECT WITH SLC PUCK!🤝 Patreon ➡️ www.patreon.com/slcpuck 🛍️ Merch ➡️ www.bigtuskenergy.com 🤑SLC Picks (DFS)➡️ https://www.slcpuck.com/t/slc-picks 📸 Instagram ➡️ https://instagram.com/slcpuck 🎥TikTok ➡️ https://tiktok.com/@slcpuck 🎧 Apple Podcasts ➡️ ✳️ Spotify ➡️ 🐦 Twitter ➡️ https://x.com/slcpuck 👍 Facebook ➡️ https://www.facebook.com/slcpuck ☕️Buy Me A Coffee (Support the show!) https://buymeacoffee.com/slcpuck This is a public episode. If you would like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit www.slcpuck.com

    38 min
  4. 13 MAR

    Bedard Burns Utah, Schmaltz Gets Paid & the Mammoth Fall in OT (Again)

    GRAB SOME ICE GIVEAWAY: https://www.slcpuck.com/p/giveaway-grab-some-ice The Utah Mammoth drop another brutal one to the Chicago Blackhawks, falling 3-2 in overtime in a game that felt way too winnable. Connor Bedard plays villain, scores the game-winner, and somehow Chicago escapes Salt Lake with two points again. On this episode, Austin breaks down why this loss was so frustrating, why Utah actually played a strong game in a lot of areas, and what it says about the Mammoth’s push toward the playoffs. Plus: Nick Schmaltz signs an 8-year extension worth $8 million AAV, and Austin explains why keeping Schmaltz in Utah was a huge move for the franchise. Inside this episode: * Why this Chicago loss felt especially annoying * Connor Bedard embracing the villain role * The good and the bad from Utah’s effort * Why Spencer Knight stole this game * What Nick Schmaltz’s extension means for the future * Updated playoff picture and what comes next for the Mammoth Don’t forget to like, subscribe, and come hang at the SLC Puck watch party on March 16 at A Bar Named Sue. CONNECT WITH SLC PUCK!🤝 Patreon ➡️ www.patreon.com/slcpuck 🛍️ Merch ➡️ www.bigtuskenergy.com 🤑SLC Picks (DFS)➡️ https://www.slcpuck.com/t/slc-picks 📸 Instagram ➡️ https://instagram.com/slcpuck 🎥TikTok ➡️ https://tiktok.com/@slcpuck 🎧 Apple Podcasts ➡️ ✳️ Spotify ➡️ 🐦 Twitter ➡️ https://x.com/slcpuck 👍 Facebook ➡️ https://www.facebook.com/slcpuck ☕️Buy Me A Coffee (Support the show!) https://buymeacoffee.com/slcpuck This is a public episode. If you would like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit www.slcpuck.com

    42 min
  5. 10 MAR

    Logan Cooley Silences Columbus in Mammoth’s Best Win Yet

    Join the SLC Puck+ tier on Patreon for bonus episodes! ➡️ www.patreon.com/slcpuckGRAB SOME ICE GIVEAWAY: https://www.slcpuck.com/p/giveaway-grab-some-iceThe Utah Mammoth may have just delivered their best win of the season.Fresh off arriving at the rink just minutes before puck drop, Mackenzie Weegar jumped right into the fire and played a huge role in Utah’s gritty overtime thriller against the Columbus Blue Jackets. Then, with the crowd ready to explode, Logan Cooley buried the OT winner and hit the perfect hush celebration to silence the building.On this episode of SLC Puck, we break down: * why the Columbus win felt like a playoff game * Weegar’s chaotic debut and immediate impact * Cooley’s huge night and what it says about Utah’s ceiling * why that game may be the Mammoth’s game of the year * and how much tonight’s OT loss to Chicago changes the vibe * Plus:Samly Home Evening continues, the playoff ticket stress is real, and Sammy Plays Hockey rolls on.Like, comment, subscribe, and tell a fellow puck sicko.CONNECT WITH SLC PUCK!🤝 Patreon ➡️ www.patreon.com/slcpuck🛍️ Merch ➡️ www.bigtuskenergy.com🤑SLC Picks (DFS)➡️ https://www.slcpuck.com/t/slc-picks📸 Instagram ➡️ https://instagram.com/slcpuck🎥TikTok ➡️ https://tiktok.com/@slcpuck ✳️ Spotify ➡️ 🐦 Twitter ➡️ https://x.com/slcpuck👍 Facebook ➡️ https://www.facebook.com/slcpuck☕️Buy Me A Coffee (Support the show!) https://buymeacoffee.com/slcpuck This is a public episode. If you would like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit www.slcpuck.com

    47 min
  6. 6 MAR

    MAMMOTH MAKE A SPLASH: Mackenzie Weegar is HERE + What’s Next Before Deadline?

    GRAB SOME ICE GIVEAWAY: https://www.slcpuck.com/p/giveaway-grab-some-ice The Utah Mammoth just made their first BIG move of deadline week — acquiring defenseman Mackenzie Weegar from the Calgary Flames. What does Weegar bring (and what does it signal about Utah’s mindset right now)? We also recap a massive road swing: * vs Washington: gritty 3–2 win with special teams stepping up * vs Philadelphia: a statement 3–0 shutout — Vitek Vanecek’s 100th NHL win + a perfect night from the top line (including a filthy Keller finish) And with the deadline less than 24 hours away… we dig into the biggest question: Is Robert Thomas still in play? What’s Utah willing to move, what’s “astronomical” actually mean, and how many more dominoes could fall before Friday? CONNECT WITH SLC PUCK!🤝 Patreon ➡️ www.patreon.com/slcpuck 🛍️ Merch ➡️ www.bigtuskenergy.com 🤑SLC Picks (DFS)➡️ https://www.slcpuck.com/t/slc-picks 📸 Instagram ➡️ https://instagram.com/slcpuck 🎥TikTok ➡️ https://tiktok.com/@slcpuck 🎧 Apple Podcasts ➡️ ✳️ Spotify ➡️ 🐦 Twitter ➡️ https://x.com/slcpuck 👍 Facebook ➡️ https://www.facebook.com/slcpuck ☕️Buy Me A Coffee (Support the show!) https://buymeacoffee.com/slcpuck This is a public episode. If you would like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit www.slcpuck.com

    36 min
  7. 3 MAR

    Hands in a Million Different Pies: Are the Utah Mammoth Trade Rumors Real?

    SLC Puck is powered by BigTuskEnergy.comThe Utah Mammoth are everywhere in trade deadline chatter right now — and an NHL source basically said they’ve got their hands in “a million different pies.” (Which is… an irresponsible amount of pie.)So today we break down: • Why Utah is being labeled “very active” • The center depth problem (and why it keeps coming up) • The big name most linked to Utah: St. Louis Blues center Robert Thomas • What a realistic trade framework could look like (and what’s not happening — no, Cooley isn’t on the table, relax)Plus: the road trip grind, the standings pressure, and what Utah needs to do between now and Friday at 1 PM Mountain.Trade Deadline: Friday, 1 PM Mountain Time.SponsorsPayne Anthony Creative Jewelers (Trolley Square)Jonathan’s Jewelry (Cottonwood Heights)Craig Swapp & Associates — One call, that’s all.Enter the $250 giveaway + get $100 off in-store:Scan the QR code in the video / use the link in the description.CONNECT WITH SLC PUCK!🛍️ Merch ➡️ www.bigtuskenergy.com📸 Instagram ➡️ https://instagram.com/slcpuck🎥TikTok ➡️ https://tiktok.com/@slcpuck ✳️ Spotify ➡️ 🐦 Twitter ➡️ https://x.com/slcpuck👍 Facebook ➡️ https://www.facebook.com/slcpuck💻KSL UHC Coverage ➡️ https://www.ksl.com/sports/utah-hockey-club☕️Buy Me A Coffee (Support the show!) https://buymeacoffee.com/slcpuck This is a public episode. If you would like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit www.slcpuck.com

    36 min

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SLC Puck! Powered by BigTuskEnergy.com From the mountains to the madness on the ice, SLC Puck is your go-to podcast for all things Utah hockey. Hosted by Austin Facer — part fanboy, part chaos agent — we cover the Utah Hockey Club, the NHL, the local youth leagues that keep the dream alive, and everything in between. Think Last Week Tonight meets SportsCenter. Twice a week, we bring you hot takes that will age terribly, and a whole lot of local hockey love. If it skates in Utah, we’re talking about it — sometimes with actual insight. Streaming on YouTube, Spotify, Apple Podcasts, and wherever hockey nerds hang out. Potential advertisers can inquire at austin@slcpuck.com www.slcpuck.com

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