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Rinkside Podcast

Rinkside Podcast

By Rinkside Pod.

Two former and one current junior hockey players discussing all things NHL. Featuring special guests from across various platforms in hockey.
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Episode 27: Atlantic Division Preview

Rinkside PodcastSep 08, 2023

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Episode 27: Atlantic Division Preview

Episode 27: Atlantic Division Preview

The boys are back from a 6 month hiatus, ready to kickstart the new season. This episode, they take a deep dive into the Atlantic division and give their standings predictions and some takes on each team.
Sep 08, 202301:10:53
Episode 26: California Trip

Episode 26: California Trip

The guys are back and discuss everything around the league, including the Rinkside recent California trip and recap how the deadline moves are panning out so far.
Mar 23, 202301:03:38
Episode 25: Cozens gets paid

Episode 25: Cozens gets paid

The guys discuss the recent Horvat and Cozens extensions along with other news around the league.
Feb 11, 202356:43
Episode 24: Horvat to the Islanders

Episode 24: Horvat to the Islanders

The guys discuss the recent Bo Horvat trade and what it means for the islanders and Metro Division as a whole. Then get into other moves and news around the league.
Feb 06, 202355:15
Episode 23: The injury bug

Episode 23: The injury bug

The guys discuss the last week of news and rumors around the NHL as the trade deadline quickly approaches.
Jan 28, 202351:34
Episode 22: Askarov’s Debut

Episode 22: Askarov’s Debut

After a month break, the trio returns to discuss the last months events and what to expect over the coming weeks. They discuss Yaroslav Askarov’s NHL debut, the Defensemen trade market and the upcoming NHL All-Star Game.
Jan 15, 202350:15
Episode 21: Ovechkin hits 800

Episode 21: Ovechkin hits 800

The guys discuss the top stories of the last week, including Ovi reaching 800 goals. Then discuss injuries and rumors and get into some junior hockey talk.
Dec 16, 202252:58
Episode 20: Our New Cohost

Episode 20: Our New Cohost

The guys are joined by newest cohost Coleman, as he makes his debut on the pod. The trio discusses their top 5 goalies, defensemen and forwards this season, then get into some Free Agent discussions and thoughts on current NHL news.
Dec 08, 202253:31
Episode 19: Quarter Season Review

Episode 19: Quarter Season Review

The guys take a look back at the season so far and discuss league leaders, Kris Letang and Jack Edwards recent outburst
Dec 06, 202249:02
Episode 18: The Boys Are Back

Episode 18: The Boys Are Back

After a month hiatus, Clayton and Nic return, and discuss all things regular season so far, from the resurrection of Erik Karlsson to the early performance of Jack Eichel and all things in between including Nics recent betting luck.
Nov 17, 202245:16
Episode 17: Pacific Division Preview

Episode 17: Pacific Division Preview

In their final division preview, the guys give their takes on all things pacific Division. Starting with the standings prediction then going through each team individually and assessing their lineup, offseason and a few players to watch in the lineup. As well as giving one “hot take” on each team.
Oct 01, 202257:40
Episode 16: Central Division Preview

Episode 16: Central Division Preview

The guys give their central division predictions, going team by team naming one breakout player, giving one take, and going thru the lineup and teams’ summer moves.
Sep 23, 202253:35
Episode 15: Atlantic Division Preview

Episode 15: Atlantic Division Preview

Back from Vacation, the guys give their Atlantic Division preview and takes, discussing the big signings in the divisions, and going in depth on each team and how they think they’ll perform this season. For each team, a “hot take” and a breakout player is provided, giving some tangible beliefs to follow throughout the season.
Sep 19, 202201:04:37
Episode 14: Metropolitan Division Preview

Episode 14: Metropolitan Division Preview

The guys take a look at the Metro division and discuss the teams’ offseason moves, potential lineup, rookies, and give their takes on each team, including standings predictions.
Sep 02, 202201:00:22
Episode 13: Kadri to Calgary

Episode 13: Kadri to Calgary

The guys discuss the news-filled last week, from signings like Nazem Kadri in Calgary and Paul Stastny in Carolina to Mason McTavish’s incredible WJC performance, to injuries around the league. Then discuss this weeks signings and the NHL 23 cover.
Aug 25, 202257:47
Episode 12: Dog Days of Summer

Episode 12: Dog Days of Summer

The guys talk about the WJC preliminary games, and who has stood out. Then they get into rookies who will be making debuts before getting into the news over the last week, headlined by a little bit of Kadri clarity.
Aug 18, 202247:42
Episode 11: WJC, Hlinka and The Dog Days of Summer

Episode 11: WJC, Hlinka and The Dog Days of Summer

The Guys are back, talking about the World Junior Championships, Gretzky Hlinka Cup, Recent signings and Nazem Kadri. Then give a tribute to Ben Stetler at the end of the episode
Aug 10, 202241:15
Episode 10: Klingberg to Anaheim

Episode 10: Klingberg to Anaheim

As the dog days of the offseason set in, the guys talk about some of the big news around the league including John Klingberg signing in Anaheim and the 2 announced Jersey retirements, then spend some time talking about Nic’s beloved NY Islanders and the Arizona Coyotes. Then they dabble in some movie talk and finish talking about this weeks signings and European moves.
Aug 01, 202201:02:38
Episode 9: Florida and Calgary Blockbuster

Episode 9: Florida and Calgary Blockbuster

The guys talk about the Blockbuster trade that went down between Calgary and Florida, and get into Columbus moving Bjorkstrand. Then they discuss the signings from the last few days, news around the league and answer some questions
Jul 24, 202256:18
Episode 8: Calgary in Crisis

Episode 8: Calgary in Crisis

The guys talk about Matthew Tkachuk and where he may be headed, then get into rumors involving the remaining free agents and who signed their ELC’s over the last week. Then they end the pod with a message regarding the recently uncovered off-ice incidents in the NHL community.
Jul 21, 202201:03:44
Episode 7: Penguins Bolster Blueline

Episode 7: Penguins Bolster Blueline

The guys talk about the Penguin’s recent defensemen trades, then dive into the recent signings and debate the validity of using plus-minus to evaluate a player.
Jul 18, 202201:13:02
Episode 6: Free Agent Frenzy

Episode 6: Free Agent Frenzy

The guys break down the biggest signings of the first day of free agency and the few trades of the day. Then they’re interrupted mid podcast by a huge signing.
Jul 14, 202201:12:16
Episode 5: Free Agency Preview

Episode 5: Free Agency Preview

Clayton goes at it solo and breaks down the players that didn’t receive Qualifying offers, re-signings and the Matt Murray trade. Then he gives his and Nic’s predictions for where the big FA’s are going.
Jul 12, 202246:02
Episode 4: Draft Review

Episode 4: Draft Review

The guys share their thoughts on the draft, and what teams walk away winners. Then they deliberate on trades, signings and rumors from around the league.
Jul 10, 202201:18:27
Episode 3: Draft Preview

Episode 3: Draft Preview

The guys discuss some rumors, news and signings prior to the draft. They also answer a few questions about some possible draft day moves and surprises.
Jul 06, 202259:17
Episode 2: Nashville lands McDonagh

Episode 2: Nashville lands McDonagh

The guys start by breaking down the the McDonagh and Fiala trades. They also discuss the coaching carousel winding down, rumors from around the league and ‘The Magician’ Pavel Datsyuk retiring from professional hockey, then take some questions from listeners.
Jul 03, 202201:03:21
Episode 1: Welcome to Rinkside

Episode 1: Welcome to Rinkside

Clayton and Nic talk about the recent events around the league, including the signings, HHOF inductions, Awards and Colorado Avalanches’ Cup win. They also take a look at some UFAs that need re-signing
Jun 29, 202253:30