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Empty The Benches

Empty The Benches

Grab a seat and crack a cold one with Nick and Mac on Empty the Benches, the hockey podcast that doesn"t hold back. Whether you"re a diehard fan who"s been watching since the "90s or just getting into the game, we"ve got you covered. We"re diving deep into the NHL, NCAA, and beyond, with unfiltered takes and exclusive conversations with players, coaches, and everyone in between. If you live for the game, you"ve found your new weekly ritual.

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01:36:06

Episode 175: Rear Admiral from Spittin Chiclets

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2023/06/12

The boys are joined by Spittin Chiclets co-founder, Rear Admiral! They dive into the origins of the most successful hockey podcast in the world, how RA started writing for Barstool, and chat about games 1 and 2 of the Stanley Cup Final! They also take a look at games 3 and 4, some of the big signings from the week, and the post whistle shenanigans from game 4. Like, comment & subscribe!! SHOP Empty Betters

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01:10:21

Episode 174: The Hill Has Eyes (SCF Game 1 & 2 Recap)

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2023/06/06

The boys break down the first two games from the 2023 Stanley Cup Final. They break down the Golden Knights 5-2 win in Game 1, and give live commentary on a WILD game 2. They give their takes on the Tkachuk hit on Eichel, the potential loss of Radko Gudas, and the continued rise of Adin Hill. They also take a look at what adjustments the Florida Panthers need to make to even the series, Hillary Knight being named the IIHF Female Player of the Year, and the Cole Caufield contract extension. Like,

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01:17:33

Episode 173: Stanley Cup Final Preview

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2023/06/01

The boys are back from their Memorial Day Weekend benders to get you ready for the 2023 Stanley Cup Final. They break down the unique matchup between the Florida Panthers and Vegas Golden Knights, and dish out their picks for the series winner, Conn Smythe trophy, and the X factor for each team. They also take a look at the new bench boss in DC, the Leafs new GM, and the Latvians winning Bronze at Worlds! Like, comment & subscribe!! SHOP Empty Betters

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01:15:30

Episode 172: Conference Finals Update

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2023/05/23

The boys are back to get you caught up on the first four games of the third round, which all required overtime! They dish out their thoughts on each game so far, let you know who should be most concerned to be down 0-2, and who their Conn Smythe frontrunners are. They also dive into the swirl of coaching and general manager updates that dropped over the weekend, and give their thoughts on the AHL playoffs and Memorial Cup! BONUS: Nick's Indy 500 picks Like, comment & subscribe!! SHOP

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01:31:58

Episode 171: Conference Finals Preview

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2023/05/17

The boys wrap up the second round and get you ready to go for the Conference Finals! They are also joined by their intern, Jackson, a he gets ready for graduation. They also dish out their picks for the third round and Cup winner, discuss the ESPN coverage, and debate the biggest surprises of the second round! Like, comment & subscribe!! SHOP Empty Betters Merchandise: https://www.wilsonsprintshop.com/empty_betters_official_merchand/shop/home Kane Footwear: https://bit.ly/3xkOS8c Brackish

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01:00:35

Episode 170: Second Round Update

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2023/05/09

The boys are back to break down the second round of the Stanley Cup Playoffs. They start by recapping each series to get you up to speed for the week, and wrap up with some breaking league news that dropped over the weekend! They also dive into how they think each series will finish, as well as giving their picks for which series has been their favorite to watch so far. Like, comment & subscribe!! SHOP Empty Betters Merchandise:

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01:17:33

Episode 169: Round 2 Preview

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2023/05/03

The boys are locked and loaded to get you ready to go for the second round of the Stanley Cup Playoffs! They start the show by recapping a wild ending to the first round including: the Panthers shocking the hockey world, the Leafs breaking the curse, and the Devils knocking out their biggest rival. They wrap up by getting you ready to go for the second round, dishing out their picks for who is headed to the Conference Finals. Like, comment & subscribe!! SHOP Empty Betters

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01:35:29

Episode 168: Cats Have Nine Lives

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2023/04/29

The boys are fired up to bring you the latest from the NHL Playoffs. They dive into the series winners, the Rick Bowness comments, and the panic index for the teams in the east. They also take a look at which series could be going the distance, and which could be over by Monday! Like, comment & subscribe!! SHOP Empty Betters Merchandise: https://www.wilsonsprintshop.com/empty_betters_official_merchand/shop/home Kane Footwear: https://bit.ly/3xkOS8c Brackish

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01:06:13

Episode 167: Isles on the Brink (feat. Turk)

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2023/04/25

The boys are once again joined by friend of the program, Turk, to breakdown the latest news from the NHL Playoffs. They also take a look at some of the biggest storylines that have developed in the past week, such as: the issues with ESPN's coverage, the many complaints about NHL officiating, and the rumors around Michael Bunting's future in Toronto. Like, comment & subscribe!! SHOP Empty Betters

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01:07:30

Episode 166: First Round Update

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2023/04/21

The boys are back to breakdown each of the first round matchups! They get you caught up on the first few days of games and let you know which teams need to be most concerned about their futures. They also take a look at the US Women's team winning worlds, the Michael Bunting and Matt Dumba hits, and the big showing from road teams in game 1. Like, comment & subscribe!! SHOP Empty Betters Merchandise: https://www.wilsonsprintshop.com/empty_betters_official_merchand/shop/home Kane

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01:35:51

Episode 165: Playoff Preview (feat. Greg Wyshynski)

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2023/04/17

The boys are joined by ESPN Senior NHL writer, Greg Wyshynski to get you tuned up for the 2023 Stanley Cup Playoffs. Greg joins the show to talk all things playoffs, and his beloved New Jersey Devils. The boys also break down each of the first round matchups: dishing out their picks for series winners, biggest upsets, and best value for the opening round. They also take a look at the most recent coaching staff and front office changes from around the NHL! Like, comment & subscribe!! SHOP

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01:21:18

Episode 164: Ken Boehlke from SinBin Vegas

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2023/04/12

The boys are joined by Ken Boehlke from SinBin Vegas to get caught up on all things Golden Knights! They dive into the ups and down the Knight have had this season, as well as what to expect from them in a wide-open Western Conference side of the playoff bracket. The boys also take a look at the biggest news from around the league such as: Quinnipiac's first national championship, the Bruins setting an NHL record for wins, and some critical injuries for playoff-bound teams. Playoff hockey is

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01:24:47

Episode 163: Mike Vogel

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2023/04/05

The boys are once again joined by Washington Capitals senior writer Mike Vogel! Mike joins the show to share his thoughts on the Washington Capitals season, as well as what playoff matchups he is looking forward to. The boys also take a look at the Leafs/Lightning first round matchup, the QMJHL fighting ban, the Brooks Koepka/Aaron Ekblad Incident, and plenty more! Like, comment & subscribe!! SHOP Empty Betters

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01:15:52

Episode 162: Now What? (feat. Steven Baker)

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2023/03/29

The boys are joined by good friend of the program Steven Baker to talk all things Caps, Islanders, and the Metro playoff race! They also address the Evgeny Kuznetsov trade request rumors, the AJ Greer suspension, and the latest from the Frozen Four. As an added bonus, Nick and Mac place bets on what they would do if the Washington Capitals won the 2023 NHL Draft Lottery. Like, comment & subscribe!! SHOP Empty Betters

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01:37:25

Episode 161: State of the Leafs (feat. Rick Rowley)

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2023/03/23

The boys are reunited with longtime friend of the show, Rick Rowley! Rick shares his thoughts on how his Toronto Maple Leafs will do on their run to the Stanley Cup Playoffs. He also dives into his trip to Disney, the Rasmus Sandin trade, and gets the boys' thoughts on which American city he should visit next. The fellas also dive into the latest NHL news including: the struggling Calgary Flames, the cost of playing competitive hockey, and the new jersey manufacturer for the NHL. Like,

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01:22:21

Episode 160: March Madness Preview (feat Corey...

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2023/03/15

The boys are joined by good friends Corey Goldstein and Garrett Simanski to get you ready for March Madness! They dish out their best value picks for the 2023 NCAA Basketball Tournament, and break down EVERY first round game from Thursday & Friday! They also take a look at the most recent hockey news including the: Svechnikov injury situation, wild card race in the east, and the struggles of the New York Rangers and Tampa Bay Lightning. Like, comment & subscribe!! Check us out

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01:39:08

Episode 159: Trade Deadline Recap (feat. Morgan Miller)

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2023/03/10

The boys are joined by LA Kings season ticket holder, Morgan Miller, to break down the shocking Jonathan Quick trade, as well as what to expect from the Kings for the rest of this season. They also break down the biggest remaining deals from last Friday’s NHL trade deadline. They wrap up by discussing new NHL expansion cities, some significant contract extensions around the league, and an American defenseman making NHL history. Like, comment & subscribe!! Check us out

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01:25:53

Episode 158: Showtime on Broadway (feat. Melissa...

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2023/03/01

The boys are joined by good friend of the program, Melissa Cunningham to break down the most significant NHL trades from the past week! They dive into Patrick Kane becoming a New York Ranger, Timo Meier becoming a Devil, and the price that the Tampa Bay Lightning paid to get Tanner Jeannot. They also cover the latest NHL news like the K'Andre Miller suspension, Barry Trotz taking over the GM role in Nashville, and the most current rumors ahead of Friday's trade deadline! Like, comment &

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01:08:53

Episode 157: Deadline Arms Race

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2023/02/24

The boys are finally back as a trio to get you caught up with an action-packed episode. They break down the latest NHL news including: the blockbuster trade between the Caps and Bruins, the continued dominance of the New York Rangers, and what sleepers to look out for at the deadline. They also dive into Mac's travel day(s) from hell, Nick's experience at the Daytona 500, and where they think their respective teams will end up at the conclusion of the NHL season. Like, comment &

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00:57:15

Episode 156: ASG and Second Half Predictions (feat....

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2023/02/08

The boys are joined by fellow friend of the program, TDO. The fellas discuss recapping ASG weekend, bold take for second half of the season, and a killer gambling segment with the over king himself. The boys also address the current playoff race in the Pacific Division and the struggling St. Louis Blues. Like, comment & subscribe!! Check us out on: Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/15W69vvlYJfFqjeIoGgDj9?si=rw8lVl63QJObfhgPHU-cMQ&dl_branch=1 Apple Podcasts:

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