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. 16H AGO

    Rookie Report: The Young Stars Taking Over the NHL | Ep 158

    In today’s episode, we break down the 2026 NHL Draft coming to Buffalo before diving into the Columbus Blue Jackets’ head‑coaching change. We roll into our midseason Rookie Report with updates on the league’s top first‑year players, then examine the New York Rangers’ recent collapse and what’s driving their downturn. To wrap things up, we go around the league and discuss the latest NHL trade rumors and the players whose names are starting to surface 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 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 DUBBY — Fuel your game at https://www.dubby.gg/ and use code CFBPOD to save 10% on your entire order. (00:00:00) Welcome to CFB Pod (00:01:08) Quick Hitters (00:24:41) Rookie Report (00:34:54 Rangers Downfall Continues (00:47:38) Trade rumors (01:01:36) Outro Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

    1h 2m

  2. 4D AGO

    Our Midseason Biggest Surprises & Disappointments | Ep 157

    In this episode, Elodie joins the show as we break down one of the biggest surprises of the season — the Pittsburgh Penguins — and look at which other NHL teams are overperforming or underperforming. We then dive into Team Canada’s projected Olympic roster and debate the toughest decisions. After that, we take a full look around the league standings and wrap things up with our midseason playoff predictions 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/ (Twitter) | https://x.com/CheckFromBehind 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 DUBBY — Fuel your game at https://www.dubby.gg/ and use code CFBPOD to save 10% on your entire order. Elodie Instagram | https://www.instagram.com/the_penalty_box_diaries/ (00:00) Introduction (03:42) Penguins talk (09:55) Surprises & Disappointments (21:52) Team Canada (26:00) Hart Trophy Debate (35:08) Around the NHL (38:05) Midseason Playoff Predictions (56:28) 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

  3. JAN 9

    The Winnipeg Jets Are in FULL Panic Mode | Ep 156

    In today’s episode, we break down the latest NHL news and trade rumors from around the league. We start with the Philadelphia Flyers locking up Christian Dvorak to a contract extension, plus updates on the Edmonton Oilers shopping Andrew Mangiapane and the Vancouver Canucks exploring moves involving Kiefer Sherwood. We then dive into the Tampa Bay Lightning’s red‑hot surge to first place in the Atlantic Division, followed by a debate on whether it’s time to use the word “generational” when talking about Matthew Schaefer. Next, we analyze the Winnipeg Jets’ sudden downward spiral and what’s gone wrong. To wrap things up, we break down the growing controversy around NHL coaches’ challenges and how it’s impacting games across the league 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 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 DUBBY — Fuel your game at https://www.dubby.gg/ and use code CFBPOD to save 10% on your entire order. (00:00) Introduction (01:15) News & Rumors (14:05) Lightning Heater (16:57) Schaefer Generational? (33:34) Jets Collapse (45:56) Coaches Challenges (54:16) Outro Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

    55 min

  4. JAN 5

    2026 Olympic Rosters Revealed: Biggest Surprises & Snubs | Ep 155

    In this episode, we break down the newly revealed 2026 Olympic hockey rosters for Team USA, Canada, Sweden, and Finland. We go through the biggest surprises, snubs, breakout picks, and roster battles as the top nations gear up for the Games. We wrap up with the Buffalo Sabres, who are riding a 10‑game winning streak and chasing franchise history. 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 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 DUBBY — Fuel your game at https://www.dubby.gg/ and use code CFBPOD to save 10% on your entire order. (00:00:00) Welcome to CFB Pod (00:01:01) 2026 Winter Classic (00:05:33) Canada Roster Breakdown (00:21:17) USA Roster Breakdown (00:40:08) Sweden Roster Breakdown (00:47:06) Finland Roster Breakdown (00:59:59) Sabres A Wagon?! (01:21:02) Outro Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

    1h 23m

  5. 12/29/2025

    What's Really Wrong with the Maple Leafs? | Ep 154

    In this episode we discuss the world juniors starting then we get into the Toronto Maple Leafs struggles and if they can turn it around. Lastky we take a look around the league to discuss where every team stands as we get closer to the New Year 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 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 DUBBY — Fuel your game at https://www.dubby.gg/ and use code CFBPOD to save 10% on your entire order. (00:00) Introduction (01:45) World Juniors (07:03) Maple Leafs Struggles (25:31) Look Around the League (30:38) Sabres Winners of 8 Straight (37:08) West Talk (44:50) Werenski Norris? (54:26) Outro Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

    59 min

  6. 12/22/2025

    Our 2026 Team USA/Canada Roster Preview & Predictions | Ep 153

    In this episode, we break down two trades from earlier this week — Philip Danault heading to the Canadiens and Mason Marchment joining the Blue Jackets — before diving into our full Team USA and Team Canada Olympic roster previews and predictions. We debate roster locks, surprise picks, and the players who could swing the tournament, then wrap things up by asking the question Sabres fans haven’t dared to ask in years: is Buffalo finally becoming a competent organization again 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 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 DUBBY — Fuel your game at https://www.dubby.gg/ and use code CFBPOD to save 10% on your entire order. (00:00) Introduction (00:58) Quick Hitters (11:56) Team USA Predictions/Preview (18:01) Team Canada Predictions/Preview (38:32) Sabres Competent Again? (56:20) Outro Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

    57 min

  7. 12/19/2025

    The Sabres Fire Kevyn Adams and Hire Kekalainen as New GM | Ep 152

    In this episode we dive into the biggest stories around the NHL, starting with the latest Connor Bedard injury update and how it impacts the Chicago Blackhawks as well as his chances of representing Team Canada at the 2026 Olympics. We then shift into Team Canada roster speculation, spotlighting rising stars Macklin Celebrini and Matthew Schaefer as potential additions. The conversation heats up in Buffalo where the Sabres fire GM Kevyn Adams and bring in Jarmo Kekalainen to take over the front office. Finally, we break down the New York Islanders’ scorching hot start to the season and debate whether they can sustain this level of play. 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 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 DUBBY — Fuel your game at https://www.dubby.gg/ and use code CFBPOD to save 10% on your entire order. (00:00) Welcome to CFB Pod (01:21) Quick Hitters (19:48) Sabres Fire Adams (41:06) Islanders Heater (49:41) 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

  8. 12/15/2025

    Quinn Hughes Traded to the Minnesota Wild in MASSIVE BLOCKBUSTER Trade | Ep 151

    This episode covers a wild week in the NHL filled with blockbuster trades and breaking news. The Edmonton Oilers made two major moves, including a deal with the Pittsburgh Penguins that saw Stuart Skinner and Tristan Jarry traded. Then, in one of the biggest trades in NHL history, the Vancouver Canucks shocked fans by sending Quinn Hughes to the Minnesota Wild in exchange for an insane package. To wrap things up, we dive into reports that the Buffalo Sabres are holding internal discussions about potentially firing GM Kevyn Adams as early as Monday. 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 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 DUBBY — Fuel your game at https://www.dubby.gg/ and use code CFBPOD to save 10% on your entire order. (00:00) Welcome to CFB Pod (01:25) Oilers Make Trades (11:52) Quinn Hughes Traded to Wild (33:49) Sabres Might Fire Adams (53:43) 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
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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

Information

  • Creator
    Zach & Preston
  • Years Active
    2023 - 2026
  • Episodes
    156
  • Rating
    Explicit
  • Copyright
    © Checking From Behind
  • Show Website
    Checking From Behind