Checking From Behind

Zach & Preston
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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. 6D AGO

    Why the Blackhawks’ Rebuild Isn’t an Overnight Fix | Ep 129

    In this episode, we break down the Chicago Blackhawks signing Frank Nazar to a contract extension and what it means for the future of their rebuild. We also react to Team USA’s Olympic orientation roster and what it says about their chances heading into the 2026 Winter Olympics. Plus, we discuss the NHL teams under the most pressure going into the 2025-26 season—who needs to step up the most this 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 💥 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 (01:03) Frank Nazar Signs Extension (03:47) State of Hawks Rebuild (19:47) Team USA Orientation Camp Invites (30:07) Teams with most pressure (45:35) O/U Player Point Totals (48:09) Outro

    49 min

  2. AUG 17

    Lane Hutson Has Massive Expectations in Montreal This Season | Ep 128

    In this episode, we dive into the Detroit Red Wings’ current situation and evaluate how Steve Yzerman has performed as GM. We then get into the buzz around teams calling on Mason McTavish — including the Montreal Canadiens, who carry major expectations heading into the season with Lane Hutson front and center. After that, we give our predictions for Team USA and Team Canada’s Olympic rosters. To wrap it up, Preston reacts to Zach’s Top 10 Goaltenders in the NHL. 🔊 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 💥 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 (00:01:02) Red Wings talk (00:19:18) Teams calling on McTavish (00:24:35) Canadiens/Hutson expectations (00:39:44) USA/CAN Olympic Roster predictions (00:56:40) Zach's Top 10 Tendy's (01:01:22) Outro

    1h 2m

  3. JUL 28

    Our WAY TOO EARLY NHL Playoff Predictions | Ep 126

    In this episode, we break down the latest NHL news, including Kaapo Kakko re-signing with the Seattle Kraken and the Hurricanes locking up Jackson Blake with an eight-year extension. Then we dive into the situation in Minnesota—what’s going on with Marco Rossi, and why haven’t the Wild opened extension talks with Kirill Kaprizov yet? After that, we reveal our Way Too Early NHL Playoff Predictions. To wrap things up, Preston reacts to Zach’s Top 10 Wingers list, and Zach responds to Preston’s Top 10 #2 Overall Picks from the last 20 years.   🔊 New episodes drop every Sunday & Thursday @7 pm EST 🔥   🔥 Follow Us on Social Media   ▶ tik tok | https://www.tiktok.com/@checkingfrombehind ▶ Instagram | https://www.instagram.com/checkfrombehind/ ▶ X | https://x.com/CheckFromBehind ▶ Email 📧 checkfrombehindzcp@gmail.com   Presented By DUBBY. Visit https://www.dubby.gg/ and Use Code CFBPOD to Save 10% off your ENTIRE Order.   (00:00) Welcome to CFB Pod (00:59) Quick Hitters (13:23) Wild/Rossi (18:47) Kaprizov extension? (27:04) Way too early playoff predictions (40:01) Zach's Top 10 Wingers (43:18) Preston's top 10 2nd ovr picks (52:03) Outro

    52 min

  4. JUL 20

    Should the Penguins Trade Sidney Crosby? | Why Pittsburgh Must Rebuild in 2025 | Ep 125

    In this episode, we break down the latest news from around the NHL. We start with Bowen Byram signing a new deal with the Sabres and Lukas Dostal re-upping with the Ducks. Then we dive into the Pittsburgh Penguins’ offseason — is it finally time to consider trading Sidney Crosby? Next, we discuss the rumors surrounding the Devils potentially shopping Dougie Hamilton. To wrap things up, Preston reacts to Zach’s list of the top 10 centers in the NHL right now. 🔊 New episodes drop every Sunday & Thursday @7 pm EST 🔥 🔥 Follow Us on Social Media ▶ tik tok | https://www.tiktok.com/@checkingfrombehind ▶ Instagram | https://www.instagram.com/checkfrombehind/ ▶ X | https://x.com/CheckFromBehind ▶ Email 📧 checkfrombehindzcp@gmail.com Presented By DUBBY. Visit https://www.dubby.gg/ and Use Code CFBPOD to Save 10% off your ENTIRE Order. (00:00) Welcome to CFB Pod (00:44) Quick Hitters (23:48) Penguins Need to Blow it Up (39:14) Devils Shopping Dougie Hamilton (46:47) Zach's Top 10 Centers (52:29) Outro

    53 min

  5. JUL 13

    Which NHL Teams Have the Brightest Future? | Ep 124

    In this episode, we break down the finalized NHL CBA and what it means for the future of the league — from cap changes to contract impacts. We then dive into the Bowen Byram situation and debate whether he’ll be wearing a Sabres jersey this season. Next, we highlight three NHL teams that we believe have the brightest futures based on young talent, prospects, and direction. To wrap things up, we play a fun round of Puckdoku and test our hockey brainpower. 🔊 New episodes drop every Sunday & Thursday @7 pm EST 🔥 🔥 Follow Us on Social Media ▶ tik tok | https://www.tiktok.com/@checkingfrombehind ▶ Instagram | https://www.instagram.com/checkfrombehind/ ▶ X | https://x.com/CheckFromBehind ▶ Email 📧 checkfrombehindzcp@gmail.com Presented By DUBBY. Visit https://www.dubby.gg/ and Use Code CFBPOD to Save 10% off your ENTIRE Order. (00:00) Welcome to CFB Pod (01:18) New CBA Finzalized (08:32) Decentralized draft 2026 (11:25) Byram Still unsigned (22:03) Teams with Brightest Future's (37:56) Our WAY Too Early Playoff Predictions (48:09) Puckdoku (52:18) Outro

    53 min

  6. JUL 3

    2025 NHL Free Agency Recap: Biggest Signings & Surprises | Ep 123

    NHL Free Agency has gotten underway, and we're going to unpack it all. With Zach and Jimmy joining us for the episode, we get into the biggest surprises, teams that have improved the most so far, and our winners/losers. Then Jimmy gets into the Boston Bruins' free agency, followed by Zach getting involved with the Toronto Maple Leafs, which includes Mitch Marner being part of a sign-and-trade deal with the Golden Knights. Lastly, we get into Bargain contracts and touch on the Vancouver Canucks. 🔊 New episodes drop every Sunday & Thursday @7 pm EST 🔥 🔥 Follow Us on Social Media ▶ tik tok | https://www.tiktok.com/@checkingfrombehind ▶ Instagram | https://www.instagram.com/checkfrombehind/ ▶ X | https://x.com/CheckFromBehind ▶ Email 📧 checkfrombehindzcp@gmail.com Follow Zach & Jimmy ▶ Zach's Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/zshockey1/ ▶ Zach's Podcast: https://open.spotify.com/show/3GGZjopDg29vNIu6zJoV6X?si=1f64b107e09f4db6 ▶ Jimmy's YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@UCw71IO2CH7XoCMGVB1MB4bw ▶ Jimmy's Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/jimmyhockeyy/ Presented By DUBBY. Visit https://www.dubby.gg/ and Use Code CFBPOD to Save 10% off your ENTIRE Order. (00:00:00) Welcome to CFB Pod (00:01:07) Biggest Surprises (00:09:46) Most Improved Teams (00:18:11) Winners/Losers (00:33:53) Maple Leafs (00:46:22) Bargain Deals (00:51:26) Vancouver Canucks (01:04:56) Outro

    1h 5m

  7. JUN 29

    The NHL Offseason Is PURE CHAOS Right Now | Ep 122

    In this episode, we break down all the chaos from around the NHL. We kick things off with the NHL Draft — who won, who lost, and why the decentralized format was a mess. Then we dive into free agency rumors, including the Mitch Marner-to-Vegas buzz and other big names that could be on the move. Next up: major trades from the weekend, including Noah Dobson, JJ Peterka, and more surprising names. We also cover the latest from the NHL CBA meetings — what was discussed and what deals were made. To wrap it all up, we talk expansion. Five cities have made pitches to join the NHL — find out who they are and how realistic their chances are. 🔊 New episodes drop every Sunday & Thursday @7 pm EST 🔥 🔥 Follow Us on Social Media ▶ tik tok | https://www.tiktok.com/@checkingfrombehind ▶ Instagram | https://www.instagram.com/checkfrombehind/ ▶ X | https://x.com/CheckFromBehind ▶ Email 📧 checkfrombehindzcp@gmail.com Presented By DUBBY. Visit https://www.dubby.gg/ and Use Code CFBPOD to Save 10% off your ENTIRE Order. (00:00) Welcome to CFB Pod (00:56) NHL Draft Recap (15:29) Free Agency Preview (25:32) Oilers Trade Evander Kane (27:23) Ducks Trade Trevor Zegras (30:06) Sabres Trade JJ Peterka (35:47) Islanders Trade Noah Dobson (39:01) CBA Meetings (42:45) NHL Expansion (48:33) Outro

    49 min

  8. JUN 22

    Our 2025 NHL Mock Draft

    In this episode, we break down our 2025 NHL Mock Draft, predicting the top 15 picks. Will any teams go off the board and surprise us? Or will the draft unfold just as expected? We dive into potential steals, risers, and how each pick could shape the future of the league. For our full round 1 mock draft, follow our Instagram below! 🔊 New episodes drop every Sunday & Thursday @7 pm EST 🔥 🔥 Follow Us on Social Media ▶ tik tok | https://www.tiktok.com/@checkingfrombehind ▶ Instagram | https://www.instagram.com/checkfrombehind/ ▶ X | https://x.com/CheckFromBehind ▶ Email 📧 checkfrombehindzcp@gmail.com Presented By DUBBY. Visit https://www.dubby.gg/ and Use Code CFBPOD to Save 10% off your ENTIRE Order.

    33 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 - 2025
  • Episodes
    127
  • Rating
    Explicit
  • Copyright
    © Checking From Behind
  • Show Website
    Checking From Behind