Checking From Behind

Zach & Preston
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  • Hockey
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Welcome to The Checking From Behind Podcast! Join us for the Journey as we discuss all things NHL. Your host is Zach and joined alongside him is his favorite co-host of all time, Preston. Zach is currently a journalist for The Hockey Writers covering the Buffalo Sabres and the other 31 teams. Preston is a former high-level hockey player whose career got cut short due to multiple shoulder surgeries. The show features exclusive interviews, guests, expert analysis, breakdowns, fun and entertaining banter about different topics around the NHL as well as discussions surrounding the biggest and most intriguing storylines. Sit back, relax and enjoy the ride. We drop new episodes every Sunday @ 7 pm EST. Interested in more content? You can find our social media handles below.We Hope you Guys Enjoy our Content, You beauties!Subscribe to us on Youtube: Checking From BehindFollow us on Tiktok: @checkingfrombehindFind us on twitter: @CheckFromBehindFollow us on Instagram: @checkfrombehind

  1. 1d ago

    The NHL Awards Voting Is a Joke | Ep 201

    Nikita Kucherov wins the Hart Trophy… and the NHL Awards voting is officially a joke. In this episode, we break down why the Hart race, the All‑Star Teams, and the All‑Rookie Team exposed major flaws in the league’s voting system. We go through the First and Second All‑Star Teams, the biggest snubs, and what the ballots say about how the NHL values its stars. We also dive into the Darnell Nurse trade request, what it means for the Oilers, and which teams could realistically make a move. Then we wrap things up with a full look at the Stanley Cup Final and the biggest storylines heading into the series.  🔊 New episodes drop every Sunday & Thursday @ 7 PM EST 🔥  🎧 Stay locked in for the hottest takes, bold predictions, and real talk from around the NHL.  🔥 Follow Us on Social Media:  ▶ TikTok | https://www.tiktok.com/@checkfrombehindpod?lang=en  ▶ Instagram | https://www.instagram.com/checkfrombehind/  ▶ X (Twitter) | https://x.com/CheckFromBehind  ▶ Twitch | https://www.twitch.tv/checkingfrombehind  📧 Email | checkfrombehindzcp@gmail.com  🎙️ Presented by The Hockey Podcast Network  💰 Sponsored by DraftKings Sportsbook – The official sports betting partner of THPN: Spend just $5 you get $200 in bonus bets SIGN UP HERE: https://tinyurl.com/DKSIGNUP25  💥 Powered by 500Levels- Claim 20% ANY Apparel Item Using Code CFBPOD (00:00) Introduction  (03:30) NHL Awards  (30:13) Nurse Requests Trade  (39:50) Stanley Cup Finals  (53:51) Outro Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

    54 min

  2. 4d ago

    This Might Be the Most CHAOTIC Stanley Cup Final in Years | Ep 200

    We kick off this episode with the Minnesota Wild locking up Michael McCarron on a six‑year contract extension and what it means for their long‑term roster build. From there, we dive into Dylan Larkin submitting a three‑team trade list and how the Detroit Red Wings suddenly find themselves in a brutal negotiating spot. Next, we break down the Edmonton Oilers showing serious interest in hiring Mike Babcock as their next head coach — and the potential fallout if they actually go through with it. We wrap things up with a full look at the 2026 Stanley Cup Final and how the series is shaping up.  🔊 New episodes drop every Sunday & Thursday @ 7 PM EST 🔥  🎧 Stay locked in for the hottest takes, bold predictions, and real talk from around the NHL.  🔥 Follow Us on Social Media:  ▶ TikTok | https://www.tiktok.com/@checkfrombehindpod?lang=en  ▶ Instagram | https://www.instagram.com/checkfrombehind/  ▶ X (Twitter) | https://x.com/CheckFromBehind  ▶ Twitch | https://www.twitch.tv/checkingfrombehind  📧 Email | checkfrombehindzcp@gmail.com  🎙️ Presented by The Hockey Podcast Network  💰 Sponsored by DraftKings Sportsbook – The official sports betting partner of THPN: Spend just $5 you get $200 in bonus bets SIGN UP HERE: https://tinyurl.com/DKSIGNUP25  💥 Powered by 500Levels- Claim 20% ANY Apparel Item Using Code CFBPOD  (00:00) Welcome to CFB Pod  (01:03) Wild Extend McCarron  (06:27) Larkin Trade List  (16:13) Oilers & Babcock  (29:21) Cup Finals  (42:06) Outro Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

    43 min

  3. Jun 7

    The Stanley Cup Finals Just Keep Getting CRAZIER | Ep 199

    In today’s episode, Zach breaks down his trip to the 2026 NHL Combine with behind‑the‑scenes insight from Buffalo. Then we dive into the shocking news of Dylan Larkin requesting a trade from the Detroit Red Wings and what it means for their future. Next, we react to Andrei Vasilevskiy winning the Vezina Trophy and where it ranks among his career milestones. We wrap up with the Stanley Cup Final, a series that somehow gets crazier every single game.  🔊 New episodes drop every Sunday & Thursday @ 7 PM EST 🔥  🎧 Stay locked in for the hottest takes, bold predictions, and real talk from around the NHL.  🔥 Follow Us on Social Media:  ▶ TikTok | https://www.tiktok.com/@checkfrombehindpod?lang=en  ▶ Instagram | https://www.instagram.com/checkfrombehind/  ▶ X (Twitter) | https://x.com/CheckFromBehind  ▶ Twitch | https://www.twitch.tv/checkingfrombehind  📧 Email | checkfrombehindzcp@gmail.com  🎙️ Presented by The Hockey Podcast Network  💰 Sponsored by DraftKings Sportsbook – The official sports betting partner of THPN: Spend just $5 you get $200 in bonus bets SIGN UP HERE: https://tinyurl.com/DKSIGNUP25  💥 Powered by 500Levels- Claim 20% ANY Apparel Item Using Code CFBPOD  (00:00) Introduction  (03:51) Larkin Requests trade  (25:53) Vasy Wins Vezina  (30:21) Cup Finals  (49:56) Outro Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

    50 min

  4. Jun 4

    Vegas vs Carolina: The Stanley Cup Final Is Off to an INSANE Start | Ep 198

    In this episode, we break down a massive week of NHL news. The Nashville Predators kick things off by hiring Chris McFarland as their new general manager, while the Vancouver Canucks name Manny Malhotra as their next head coach. We also dive into the NHL award winners, with Zach Werenski taking home the Norris Trophy and Jon Cooper winning the Jack Adams Award. From there, we look ahead to the 2027 NHL All‑Star Weekend and what fans can expect from the league’s next showcase event. Finally, we wrap up with Game 1 of the Stanley Cup Final, an absolutely electric start to the series that set the tone for what could be an unforgettable matchup. 🔊 New episodes drop every Sunday & Thursday @ 7 PM EST 🔥  🎧 Stay locked in for the hottest takes, bold predictions, and real talk from around the NHL.  🔥 Follow Us on Social Media:  ▶ TikTok | https://www.tiktok.com/@checkfrombehindpod?lang=en  ▶ Instagram | https://www.instagram.com/checkfrombehind/  ▶ X (Twitter) | https://x.com/CheckFromBehind  ▶ Twitch | https://www.twitch.tv/checkingfrombehind  📧 Email | checkfrombehindzcp@gmail.com  🎙️ Presented by The Hockey Podcast Network  💰 Sponsored by DraftKings Sportsbook – The official sports betting partner of THPN: Spend just $5 you get $200 in bonus bets SIGN UP HERE: https://tinyurl.com/DKSIGNUP25  💥 Powered by 500Levels- Claim 20% ANY Apparel Item Using Code CFBPOD  (00:00) Introduction  (02:00) Quick Hitters  (09:29) Norris Trophy Winner  (11:28) Jack Adams Winner  (20:12) 2027 All-Star Weekend  (26:16) Stanley Cup Final  (44:04) Outro Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

    45 min

  5. May 31

    Our 2026 Stanley Cup Final Preview & Predictions | Ep 197

    In this episode, we break down how the Carolina Hurricanes took down the Montreal Canadiens in the 2026 Eastern Conference Final, then dive straight into our full 2026 Stanley Cup Final Preview and Predictions. Who’s taking the Cup home? Vegas or Carolina? We give our bold picks, player breakdowns, and matchup analysis for the biggest series of the year. After that, we hit the latest NHL news and rumors from around the league trades, free agency buzz, and off‑season storylines before wrapping up with some classic random hockey talk to close things out. 🔊 New episodes drop every Sunday & Thursday @ 7 PM EST 🔥  🎧 Stay locked in for the hottest takes, bold predictions, and real talk from around the NHL.  🔥 Follow Us on Social Media:  ▶ TikTok | https://www.tiktok.com/@checkfrombehindpod?lang=en  ▶ Instagram | https://www.instagram.com/checkfrombehind/  ▶ X (Twitter) | https://x.com/CheckFromBehind  ▶ Twitch | https://www.twitch.tv/checkingfrombehind  📧 Email | checkfrombehindzcp@gmail.com  🎙️ Presented by The Hockey Podcast Network  💰 Sponsored by DraftKings Sportsbook – The official sports betting partner of THPN: Spend just $5 you get $200 in bonus bets SIGN UP HERE: https://tinyurl.com/DKSIGNUP25  💥 Powered by 500Levels- Claim 20% ANY Apparel Item Using Code CFBPOD   (00:00) Introduction  (03:38) ECF Recap  (10:29) Cup Final Preview  (31:00) NHL Rumors  (52:11) Outro Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

    52 min

  6. May 28

    The Golden Knights PUNCHED Their Ticket To the Stanley Cup Final | Ep 196

    The Pittsburgh Penguins lock in a franchise legend as Evgeni Malkin signs a contract extension to stay in Pittsburgh for another season. We break down what the deal means for the Penguins’ future, their cap picture, and how much longer the Malkin–Crosby era can keep pushing. Then we shift to the 2026 NHL Conference Finals, where the Carolina Hurricanes have taken full control of their series and now sit just one win away from punching their ticket to the Stanley Cup Final. To close out the episode, we dive into the Western Conference shocker: the Vegas Golden Knights sweep the Colorado Avalanche to advance to the Stanley Cup Final in dominant fashion. What went wrong for Colorado, and how did Vegas overpower one of the league’s best teams?  🔊 New episodes drop every Sunday & Thursday @ 7 PM EST 🔥  🎧 Stay locked in for the hottest takes, bold predictions, and real talk from around the NHL.  🔥 Follow Us on Social Media:  ▶ TikTok | https://www.tiktok.com/@checkfrombehindpod?lang=en  ▶ Instagram | https://www.instagram.com/checkfrombehind/  ▶ X (Twitter) | https://x.com/CheckFromBehind  ▶ Twitch | https://www.twitch.tv/checkingfrombehind  📧 Email | checkfrombehindzcp@gmail.com  🎙️ Presented by The Hockey Podcast Network  💰 Sponsored by DraftKings Sportsbook – The official sports betting partner of THPN: Spend just $5 you get $200 in bonus bets SIGN UP HERE: https://tinyurl.com/DKSIGNUP25  💥 Powered by 500Levels- Claim 20% ANY Apparel Item Using Code CFBPOD   (00:00) Introduction  (02:52) Malkin Signs Extension  (11:37) Car/Mtl ECF  (25:21) Vegas Sweeps Avs  (45:07) Outro Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

    46 min

  7. May 24

    The Vegas Golden Knights Look As Dominant As Ever | Ep 195

    The Buffalo Sabres face a massive offseason decision with Alex Tuch, and we break down what his future in Buffalo could mean for the team, the cap, and the direction of the franchise. We also look at the other key contracts the Sabres need to address and how these choices will shape their 2026 roster. From there, we shift to the Eastern Conference Final, where the Carolina Hurricanes have tied the series 1‑1 against the Montreal Canadiens in a physical, fast‑paced matchup that’s quickly becoming must‑watch playoff hockey. Then we head out West to the Western Conference Final, where the Vegas Golden Knights look dominant once again. Vegas has taken a 2‑0 series lead and now heads back home with all the momentum as they continue to look like the stronger, more complete team.  🔊 New episodes drop every Sunday & Thursday @ 7 PM EST 🔥  🎧 Stay locked in for the hottest takes, bold predictions, and real talk from around the NHL.  🔥 Follow Us on Social Media:  ▶ TikTok | https://www.tiktok.com/@checkfrombehindpod?lang=en  ▶ Instagram | https://www.instagram.com/checkfrombehind/  ▶ X (Twitter) | https://x.com/CheckFromBehind  ▶ Twitch | https://www.twitch.tv/checkingfrombehind  📧 Email | checkfrombehindzcp@gmail.com  🎙️ Presented by The Hockey Podcast Network  💰 Sponsored by DraftKings Sportsbook – The official sports betting partner of THPN: Spend just $5 you get $200 in bonus bets SIGN UP HERE: https://tinyurl.com/DKSIGNUP25  💥 Powered by 500Levels- Claim 20% ANY Apparel Item Using Code CFBPOD   (00:00) Introduction  (05:13) Tuch Contract Talk  (22:46) Mtl/Car ECF  (32:56) Vgk/Col WCF  (57:51) Outro Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

    58 min

  8. May 21

    Our 2026 NHL Playoffs Conference Finals Preview & Predictions | Ep 194

    In this episode, we break down a massive week across the NHL. We start with the Vancouver Canucks firing head coach Adam Foote after a disappointing playoff exit. From there, we shift to the Eastern Conference where the Montreal Canadiens advance to the Eastern Conference Final after defeating the Buffalo Sabres in a dramatic seven‑game series. We then dive into our full Eastern Conference Final preview: Hurricanes vs Canadiens — key matchups, X‑factors, and what each team needs to do to reach the Stanley Cup Final. After that, we head out West for our Western Conference Final preview between the Colorado Avalanche and the Vegas Golden Knights, breaking down star power, depth, and the biggest storylines heading into the series.  🔊 New episodes drop every Sunday & Thursday @ 7 PM EST 🔥  🎧 Stay locked in for the hottest takes, bold predictions, and real talk from around the NHL.  🔥 Follow Us on Social Media:  ▶ TikTok | https://www.tiktok.com/@checkfrombehindpod?lang=en  ▶ Instagram | https://www.instagram.com/checkfrombehind/  ▶ X (Twitter) | https://x.com/CheckFromBehind  ▶ Twitch | https://www.twitch.tv/checkingfrombehind  📧 Email | checkfrombehindzcp@gmail.com  🎙️ Presented by The Hockey Podcast Network  💰 Sponsored by DraftKings Sportsbook – The official sports betting partner of THPN: Spend just $5 you get $200 in bonus bets SIGN UP HERE: https://tinyurl.com/DKSIGNUP25  💥 Powered by 500Levels- Claim 20% ANY Apparel Item Using Code CFBPOD  (00:00) Introduction  (01:10) Adam Foote Fired  (02:55) Canadiens Move On  (16:50) ECF Preview  (27:44) WCF Preview  (35:15) Outro Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

    36 min
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About

Welcome to The Checking From Behind Podcast! Join us for the Journey as we discuss all things NHL. Your host is Zach and joined alongside him is his favorite co-host of all time, Preston. Zach is currently a journalist for The Hockey Writers covering the Buffalo Sabres and the other 31 teams. Preston is a former high-level hockey player whose career got cut short due to multiple shoulder surgeries. The show features exclusive interviews, guests, expert analysis, breakdowns, fun and entertaining banter about different topics around the NHL as well as discussions surrounding the biggest and most intriguing storylines. Sit back, relax and enjoy the ride. We drop new episodes every Sunday @ 7 pm EST. Interested in more content? You can find our social media handles below.We Hope you Guys Enjoy our Content, You beauties!Subscribe to us on Youtube: Checking From BehindFollow us on Tiktok: @checkingfrombehindFind us on twitter: @CheckFromBehindFollow us on Instagram: @checkfrombehind

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  • Creator
    Zach & Preston
  • Years Active
    2023 - 2026
  • Episodes
    197
  • Rating
    Explicit
  • Copyright
    © Checking From Behind
  • Show Website
    Checking From Behind