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Checking From Behind

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

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00:55:40

The NHL Playoffs Are BACK And Sabres Fans Are LOSING...

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2026/04/23

The NHL Playoffs are officially underway, and in this episode we break down every first‑round series and how each matchup has unfolded so far. We start with a deep dive into the Buffalo Sabres vs. Boston Bruins series — momentum swings, standout performances, key adjustments, and what each team needs to do to take control. From there, we go around the league and analyze every playoff series: who’s dominating, who’s struggling, the biggest surprises, and what we expect for the rest of the first

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00:59:11

Our 2026 NHL Stanley Cup Playoff Preview/Predictions...

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2026/04/18

The 2026 NHL Stanley Cup Playoffs are here, and we’re breaking down every first‑round matchup. In this episode, we go series‑by‑series, analyze the biggest storylines, and predict who will advance to the Second Round. We start in the Eastern Conference, looking at the top contenders, potential upsets, and key players who could swing each series. Then we move to the Western Conference for a full breakdown of every matchup, strengths, weaknesses, and X‑factors. To wrap things up, we give our 2026

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01:06:57

Why the Ottawa Senators Are the Playoff Team No One...

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2026/04/12

The NHL playoff picture is taking shape, and in this episode we break down the six teams that officially clinched a postseason berth over the weekend. Some were expected from the start of the season — others shocked the league. We open in the Eastern Conference, where the Pittsburgh Penguins, Boston Bruins, and Ottawa Senators all locked in their playoff spots. We take a deeper look at why the Senators have become the team no one wants to face and how their style translates perfectly to playoff

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00:53:24

Buffalo Sabres 2026 NHL Playoffs: What Should...

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2026/04/09

The New York Islanders have officially made a coaching change, and the New Jersey Devils have fired GM Tom Fitzgerald — two massive front‑office shakeups that could reshape both franchises. We open the episode breaking down what these moves mean, why they happened, and how they impact the playoff race. Then we’re joined by Shawn De Paz from the What Chaos podcast to talk all things Buffalo Sabres. We dive into the Sabres clinching a long‑awaited playoff spot, expectations heading into the

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01:08:31

The Buffalo Sabres Clinch A Playoff Spot For the...

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2026/04/05

The Buffalo Sabres have officially clinched a playoff spot for the first time since 2011, and we open the episode breaking down what this moment means for the franchise, the fanbase, and the Eastern Conference picture. From there, we dive into the chaotic Eastern Conference wild card race and evaluate which teams are surging — and which ones are collapsing — with just two weeks left in the NHL regular season. We also react to Keith Tkachuk’s controversial comments that lit up the hockey world and

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01:04:45

Dream 2026 NHL Playoff Matchups We NEED to See | Ep 180

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2026/03/29

In this episode, we break down a massive night in the NHL — starting with Connor McDavid making more history, becoming one of the fastest players ever to hit 400 goals and 1,200 points. We also cover the latest injury news, with Thomas Chabot expected to miss 4–8 weeks after undergoing surgery. From there, we dive into a heated conversation about the NHL’s controversial loser point and what the league should do to fix overtime once and for all. Next, we reveal our Dream 2026 NHL Playoff Matchups,

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00:43:23

The NHL Playoff Race is INSANE Right Now | Ep 179

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2026/03/26

The NHL playoff race is heating up and chaos is taking over both conferences. We break down the Eastern Conference Wild Card race and which teams are fighting for their playoff lives. The Ottawa Senators have been one of the hottest teams in the entire NHL lately — but can they keep it up? Then we dive into the Detroit Red Wings, who are in serious danger of missing the playoffs for the 10th straight season. We also get into the Western Conference wild card race and why the Nashville Predators

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01:04:59

The NHL Has an Accountability Problem and the GMs...

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2026/03/22

The NHL has a serious accountability problem — and the GMs are fed up. In this episode of Checking From Behind, we break down everything that went down at the NHL GM meetings, where tensions boiled over around goaltender interference and player safety. GMs are frustrated, Bettman is on the defensive, and players are being left unprotected. We then dive into the AJ Greer hit on Connor Zary and ask the question everyone is thinking — does the Department of Player Safety need serious changes? A phone

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00:59:52

THE OILERS ARE IN TROUBLE | Draisaitl Out & The...

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2026/03/19

Leon Draisaitl is expected to miss the rest of the regular season — and the Edmonton Oilers' playoff spot is suddenly in serious jeopardy. We break down exactly what this means for Connor McDavid and the Oilers down the stretch. But first, the Buffalo Sabres have DONE IT — tying atop the Eastern Conference in one of the biggest stories in the NHL right now. We also get into the World Cup of Hockey returning in February 2028, debate who DESERVES the Hart Trophy this season, and close things out with

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01:17:44

The Toronto Maple Leafs Are FALLING APART & Nobody Is...

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2026/03/15

The Toronto Maple Leafs are FALLING APART. Auston Matthews tore his MCL on a leg-to-leg hit from Radko Gudas — and not a single Maple Leaf did anything about it. We break down the Gudas hit, the pathetic team response, and whether it is finally time to fire Brad Treliving and Craig Berube before this franchise wastes another year. Then we reveal our full Top 10 NHL Power Rankings post-Olympic break — the Buffalo Sabres are legitimate Stanley Cup contenders, the Dallas Stars are quietly stealing the

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00:31:39

Women’s Hockey Is Exploding Right Now | Ep 170

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2026/02/27

Zach opens the episode with breaking news out of Pittsburgh as Sidney Crosby is ruled out a minimum of four weeks and the Penguins swing a major trade for Samuel Girard from the Colorado Avalanche. Then, Jess Amato joins the show for a deep dive into the explosive growth of women’s hockey — from the rise of the PWHL to the role models, media coverage, and cultural momentum pushing the sport forward. If you’re following the NHL, the Penguins’ playoff push, or the booming world of women’s hockey, this

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00:31:24

USA vs Canada Gold Medal Preview | Ep 168

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2026/02/21

In this episode, we break down both 2026 Olympic Hockey Semifinals — Canada vs Finland and USA vs Slovakia — and how each matchup set the stage for the final. Then we dive into our full USA vs Canada Gold Medal Game Preview, looking at key players, storylines, and what each team needs to do to win. Who takes home Olympic gold on Sunday?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

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01:06:32

Quarterfinals Were CHAOS | Who Makes the Gold Medal...

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2026/02/19

In this episode, we break down the Women’s Hockey Gold Medal Game between Team USA and Team Canada at the 2026 Milan Winter Olympics. Can the United States complete a perfect undefeated run, or will Canada deliver the ultimate spoiler on the biggest stage? We then shift to the Men’s Olympic Hockey Quarterfinals, where chaos took over the bracket as three of the four games went to overtime. We recap every matchup, highlight the biggest moments, and analyze how each result reshaped the tournament

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00:29:48

Olympic Preliminary Round Recap: Knockout Bracket Is...

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2026/02/16

Zach flies solo in this episode as he recaps the Men’s Olympic Hockey Preliminary Round, breaking down the biggest surprises, disappointments, and how the knockout bracket is shaping up. He highlights Slovakia’s surge, medal contenders, and who could take home Olympic gold. Then he shifts to the Women’s Tournament, where Team USA continues its dominant run, racking up shutouts and outscoring opponents 26–1. With the semifinals set, Zach predicts how the final medal games will play outNew episodes

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00:51:43

Who Will Bring Home Gold in 2026? Our Olympic Hockey...

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2026/02/09

In this episode, we kick things off with the excitement building around the start of Men’s Olympic Hockey. We break down our full 2026 Olympic Hockey preview, including roster thoughts, matchup expectations, and our predictions for who takes home the gold. From there, we shift to the NHL standings heading into the break, looking at where every team sits and whether we could see any major movement once play resumes. We also revisit our preseason award picks and compare them to our updated choices

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00:51:41

The East Is a Bloodbath: The Playoff Race Just Got...

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2026/02/02

We break down a massive day of NHL news, starting with Patrick Kane passing Mike Modano to become the highest‑scoring American‑born player in league history. We also dive into Rasmus Dahlin’s frustration with the huge number of Canadiens fans in Buffalo, the upcoming Stadium Series matchup in Tampa Bay, and Linus Ullmark’s return to the Ottawa Senators. From there, we look at the Columbus Blue Jackets’ surge under new head coach Rick Bowness and why the Eastern Conference playoff race has turned

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00:56:09

NHL Rumor Mill HEATING UP: Major Trades Coming? | Ep 161

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2026/01/26

Dive into today’s NHL Rumor Mill as we break down Mitch Marner’s return to Toronto. To wrap things up, we take a full look around the NHL standings, highlighting which teams are heating up and which ones are struggling to keep pace. If you’re following NHL rumors, trade news, and league trends, this episode has everything you need.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

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00:39:18

Rasmus Andersson to Vegas Changes EVERYTHING for the...

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2026/01/23

In this episode, we break down the Buffalo Sabres signing Josh Doan to a massive long‑term extension and what it means for the team’s future. We also dive into two major NHL trades from the week — the Calgary Flames moving Rasmus Andersson to the Vegas Golden Knights and the Vancouver Canucks sending Kiefer Sherwood to the San Jose Sharks. From there, we react to Jackson LaCombe replacing Seth Jones on Team USA’s Olympic roster and what that change signals for the tournament. We wrap up with our

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01:02:07

Rookie Report: The Young Stars Taking Over the NHL |...

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2026/01/16

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 surfaceNew episodes drop every Sunday & Thursday @ 7

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00:57:32

Our Midseason Biggest Surprises & Disappointments |...

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2026/01/12

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 predictionsNew episodes drop every Sunday & Thursday @ 7 PM EST Stay locked in for the hottest takes,

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