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PODCAST

Wut The Puck?!

"Wut The Puck?!" is the ultimate podcast for hockey enthusiasts hosted by the knowledgeable and passionate Sean Baligian. Join us as we delve deep into every level of the game. Sean brings you insightful analysis, captivating anecdotes, and lively discussions about all things hockey. From breaking down game strategies to exploring the rich history of the sport, Sean leaves no ice untouched. We"ll also hear firsthand accounts, insider stories, and valuable insights from the icons who have left an

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All Episodes

00:31:00

Trade Dreams & Tough Truths

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2025/12/11

Sean and Mike tackle the wildfire rumor dominating hockey chatter: Quinn Hughes to Detroit. With the fanbase dreaming big, the guys break down what a real package would look like — Axel Sandin Pellikka, Marco Kasper, Nate Danielson, Trey Augustine or Sebastian Cossa, and premium draft picks — and explain why that kind of deal doesn’t align with Steve Yzerman’s long-established tendencies. They explore which teams could make a more realistic push and why Hughes’ value, contract window, and

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00:35:15

Missing Bite, Missing Backbone

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2025/12/04

Sean and Mike break down a jam-packed night on the ice, starting with the question every Detroit fan is asking: what’s the Red Wings’ biggest flaw right now — forward depth, defensive depth, or something deeper? The guys dive into the glaring lack of toughness, the missing physical presence that once defined Detroit hockey, and why nobody on this roster scares an opponent the way past Wings teams always had.They examine the growing frustration in net as John Gibson’s struggles continue, the mounting

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00:35:57

Wins, Worries, and Thanksgiving Week Feels

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2025/11/25

Thanksgiving week arrives with family traditions, turkey baths, and a Lions win that somehow raised more concern than comfort. Shep & Sean dive into why Detroit’s victory didn’t quiet any alarms: an offense that has become painfully one-dimensional, protection issues that won’t go away, and a coaching staff struggling to generate rhythm or creativity.They break down Jared Goff’s tunnel vision, the lack of involvement for key weapons like Jameson Williams and how the offensive line’s regression

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00:53:18

When Physicality Meets Reality

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2025/11/21

A rough first period for Detroit sets the tone for a loaded conversation. Sean and Mike jump between NHL chaos and high school hockey electricity, unpacking soft play, missed physicality, bad line changes, and what December usually tells us about who’s a real playoff team. The guys dig into the Islanders’ identity, the Wings’ sustainability issues in net, and why both Montreal and Detroit may be in for a rude awakening once the postseason intensity arrives.They break down Patrick Roy’s fiery

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00:39:21

When Water Finds Its Level

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2025/11/14

An early puck drop sets the tone for a jam-packed episode. Sean and Mike break down a massive high school hockey showdown, relive a wild atmosphere in Birmingham, and talk about why early-season games can fool fans more than they inform. The conversation shifts to the Red Wings—whether the current slump is a temporary lull or a sign of water finding its level—and what’s really missing on a roster that still lacks bite.They dive into expectations around Dylan Larkin, Lucas Raymond, and Moritz Seider,

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00:49:28

High School Hockey Season Is Here!

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2025/11/07

Sean Baligian and Mike Iavasile return for a jam-packed edition of Wut The Puck?! as the high school hockey season officially drops the puck across Michigan. The guys preview huge early matchups like Birmingham vs. Brother Rice and the Battle of Baseline between Novi and Northville, while celebrating the energy at OAA and MIHL Media Days. From there, it’s all-out hockey talk — everything from why today’s defensemen don’t clear the front of the net to the Red Wings’ lack of toughness and the

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00:47:13

Are the Red Wings for Real?

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2025/10/30

Sean Baligian and Mike Iavasile dive into a jam-packed week of hockey on Wut The Puck?! — starting with Detroit’s red-hot start and whether it’s finally time to call the Red Wings “legit.” The duo debates Dylan Larkin’s leadership, Detroit’s youth movement, and how coach McLellan has the locker room buzzing. Then they head north to Montreal, unpacking the fiery goaltending controversy and the politics behind the Habs’ French-speaking expectations. Around the league, Sean and Mike weigh in on Tampa’s

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00:55:15

Youth Movement in Hockey & the Red Wings’ Reality Check

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2025/10/24

Sean Baligian and Mike Iavasile are back to break down the highs and lows of early-season hockey — from the Red Wings’ flashes of brilliance and frustrating inconsistency to breakout young stars across the league. The guys dive into what’s clicking (and what’s not) in Detroit, whether McClellan can get this team over the hump, and why Dylan Larkin’s leadership might finally be silencing critics.They also debate Vegas vs. Dallas out West, whether Carolina can ever get over the hump, and if the

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00:58:53

Wings Tread Water While the League Levels Up

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2025/07/01

On this July 1st edition of Wut The Puck?!, Sean Baligian and Mike Iavasile dive into what should be one of the NHL’s marquee moments—free agency kickoff—but instead find themselves unpacking another frustratingly quiet summer for the Detroit Red Wings. While teams like Florida, Toronto, and Vegas continue to evolve, Detroit clings to a core of good-but-not-great players like Dylan Larkin, Mo Seider, and Lucas Raymond. Sean and Mike don’t hold back as they question whether the Yzerplan has

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00:42:25

Sausage & Skinner: Hockey Talk Gets Heated

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2025/05/28

Sean Baligian and Mike Iavasile serve up sizzling takes with a side of sausage in this May 28th edition of Wut The Puck?!. The boys break down the looming Oilers-Panthers Stanley Cup Final rematch and rave about Stu Skinner’s clutch play. Sean makes the case for Connor McDavid as the undisputed best in the world, while Mike dives into why Edmonton’s been winning without even playing perfect hockey.The conversation shifts to Detroit, where the duo takes a hard, honest look at Steve Yzerman’s

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00:57:57

Coin Flip Decision: Oilers vs. Stars in the WCF

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2025/05/22

In this episode of Wut The Puck?!, Sean Baligian and Mike Iavasile preview what could be the most tightly contested series of the 2025 playoffs as the high-octane Edmonton Oilers take on the stifling Dallas Stars. They debate Stuart Skinner’s veteran poise against Jake Oettinger’s breakout brilliance, dissect McDavid’s evolution into a 200-foot force and weigh Edmonton’s speed and depth versus Dallas’s defensive grit. Plus, they shine a light on Toronto’s playoff woes, touch on the Panthers–Canes

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00:50:32

Forecheck and Fallout: Panthers Dominate as Maple...

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2025/05/14

On this edition of Wut The Puck?!, Sean Baligian and Mike Iavasile dissect Florida’s relentless forecheck that has Toronto looking lost, pile on the mounting scrutiny of Poppy’s playoff pedigree, and preview Game 5 of the Panthers–Leafs series. We also weigh Ken Holland’s new challenge in L.A. against Pat Verbeek’s Anaheim rebuild, unpack the mental game behind today’s hottest goaltenders, and deliver rapid-fire picks—from Panthers vs. Leafs to Oilers vs. Vegas—plus answer your burning fan

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00:50:50

Lottery Fiasco, Clean Hits & Leafs-Panthers Playoff...

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2025/05/06

Sean and Mike can’t believe the NHL lottery turned into a math nightmare—should picks just go by finish? They then debate a controversial hit and suspension standards in today’s fast-paced game, before breaking down the Leafs-Panthers series and the grit that could swing it.

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00:39:01

Yzerman’s Reality Check, Wings Still Star-Searching &...

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2025/04/30

Sean Baligian and Mike Iavasile unpack Steve Yzerman’s testy season-ending presser—echoing the GM’s blunt verdict that Detroit lacks a true game-changer and won’t mortgage the young core just yet. The guys debate where the Wings can actually find star power, why free-agency splashes may wait, and how a brutal Atlantic Division compounds the rebuild. Then it’s a tour around a chaotic first round: Tampa wilting, Edmonton-LA on a knife-edge, and Toronto’s Core Four wearing that thousand-yard stare as

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00:57:49

Playoff Fever & Team Michigan: Barbecues, Brackets —...

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2025/04/18

With the Stanley Cup playoffs about to drop, Sean Baligian welcomes Northville head coach, Coaches‑Association president, and Team Michigan co‑GM Ryan Ossenmacher for a rink‑side preview of this weekend’s Juniors‑vs‑Seniors showcase in Novi. They break down the selection gauntlet (400+ try‑outs), spotlight future stars such as Ian Castamore, Owen Hall, Callan Ray, and Aiden Cook, and explain why Michigan high‑school hockey is deeper than ever—catch the broadcast on State Champs and Local 4 Plus.Then

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01:05:15

Missing Pieces, Tough Truths & the Red Wings’ Reality...

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2025/04/09

Sean Baligian and Mike Iavasile pull no punches in a brutally honest breakdown of where the Red Wings stand. From wondering if Lucas Raymond is the guy, to debating if Mo Seider has another level—or if we've already seen his ceiling—they dissect the core and the cracks. Is it time to go all-in for a star like Pastrňák or Nylander? Can the Wings survive another year without an impact forward? Plus: Demidov arrives, the Maple Leafs' annual implosion is imminent, and the guys revisit Detroit’s

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00:54:43

Red Wings Rewind: The Rebuild That Wasn’t

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2025/04/02

Sean Baligian and Mike Iavasile hold nothing back in a brutally honest look at the Detroit Red Wings’ crumbling playoff hopes and the deeper issues plaguing the franchise. From Dylan Larkin's post-Four Nations free-fall to the mystifying goalie pipeline and the locker room's lack of fire, the guys dissect it all. They compare rebuilds across the NHL, debate whether Suzuki > Larkin (spoiler: they think yes), and question if the Wings are even in the rebuild timeline yet. Plus, love for

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00:59:16

The Day Hockey Stood Still

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2025/03/26

On the anniversary of one of hockey’s most iconic moments—March 26, 1997—Sean Baligian and Mike Iavasile look back on the night Darren McCarty became a Detroit legend. From where they were when the gloves dropped to how that moment shaped a generation of fans, it’s a celebration of hockey history and all things gritty. Plus: a candid take on the Red Wings’ March collapse, why the NCAA hockey playoffs are must-watch TV, and some love for underrated gems like Toledo hockey and classic hot dog bar

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01:02:20

Countdown to the 2025 Stanley Cup Playoffs

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2025/03/19

With just one month to go before the Stanley Cup playoffs, Sean Baligian and Mike Iavasile examine who's hot, who's not, and who might shock the hockey world. Are the Washington Capitals legitimate contenders, or will their strong season fade in the postseason? The guys also get brutally honest about the Detroit Red Wings' slim playoff hopes, Steve Yzerman's strategy, and whether the team's rebuild is truly on track. Plus, playoff dark horses, potential trades, and some bold

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00:43:08

Trade Deadline Drama: Playoff Dreams or Reality Check?

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2025/03/13

Sean Baligian and Mike Iavasile dive deep into the aftermath of the NHL trade deadline, unpacking the Detroit Red Wings' puzzling moves—or lack thereof. Did Steve Yzerman just troll the entire fanbase with his playoff comments? The guys debate the team's current trajectory, potential offseason shakeups, and whether the Wings are truly on track or falling behind rivals like Ottawa and Montreal. Plus, insights into the league's playoff contenders, underrated teams like Washington, and

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