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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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00:54:28

Gavin McKenna Is the NHL's NEXT SUPERSTAR

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2026/10/08

Alex Ovechkin is going to retire following the 2026-27 NHL season, both Barkov and Marchand to miss an extended period of time for the Florida Panthers, Simon Edvinsson would rather be traded than sign a new deal with the Red Wings and Dylal Larkin has a big first game back in Detroit Gavin McKenna scores his first NHL goal and he is a superstar in the making. We then end the episode off with Owen Power breakout season coming up.🔊 New episodes drop every Sunday & Thursday @ 7 PM EST 🔥 🎧 Stay

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01:23:38

Overreacting to the Start of the 2026-27 NHL Season

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2026/10/04

We break down a busy week in the NHL, starting with new contract extensions for William Karlsson (Golden Knights), Louis Crevier (Sabres), and Tristan Luneau (Ducks). We also cover the Blue Jackets–Maple Leafs trade involving Kirill Marchenko and Matthew Knies, plus the uncertain futures of Connor Hellebuyck and Nikita Nikishin with their respective teams. The NHL Commissioner weighs in on trade requests and no‑movement clauses, adding fuel to the league‑wide conversation.From there, we dive into

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01:17:18

Our 2026-27 NHL Season Preview & Predictions

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2026/09/27

The NHL season is finally here, and so are our 2026‑27 preview and predictions. We kick things off with the Sharks naming Macklin Celebrini their new captain, then dive into the Blue Jackets and Adam Fantilli finally agreeing on a new contract, plus the massive jump in the salary cap. From there, we roll into our full slate of predictions, NHL awards, Stanley Cup Final picks, dark‑horse teams that could make a surprise run, and clubs poised to regress or take a big step forward in the standings.🔊

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01:22:19

Our 2026-27 Pacific Division Season Preview | Ep 218

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2026/09/20

The Pacific Division season preview closes out our 2026–27 series as we break down all eight teams heading into the new NHL year. Will the Sharks finally break through and grab a playoff spot? Are the Ducks due for a step back after last season’s surge? We hit every major storyline, every contender, and every wild card in the division as the race begins.🔊 New episodes drop every Sunday & Thursday @ 7 PM EST 🔥 🎧 Stay locked in for the hottest takes, bold predictions, and real talk from

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01:34:38

Our 2026-27 Central Division Season Preview | Ep 217

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2026/09/13

We keep rolling with our 2026–27 NHL season previews, this time breaking down the entire Central Division with Mike and Johnny from the EatingPucksPodcast. We hit every major storyline, every roster question, and every team’s outlook heading into the new year.To close things out, we dive into a wild news cycle: Chris Kreider lands in Montreal, the Bruins extend Fraser Minten, and the Red Wings announce Dylan Larkin is no longer the captain. Big moves, big implications. 🔊 New episodes drop every

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01:25:00

Our 2026-27 Metro Division Preview & Predictions | Ep...

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2026/09/06

We start off by talking about the Ducks retiring Ryan Getzlaf’s jersey and the Blues naming Robert Thomas captain. From there, we move into roster news with the Devils acquiring Luke Evangelista and the Canucks locking up Zeev Buium on a long‑term extension. After that, we dive into our full Metro Division season preview and predictions, breaking down whether the Hurricanes can repeat, if the Capitals truly had the best offseason, and what the latest is on Zach Werenski in Columbus. Everything you

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01:49:07

Our 2026-27 Atlantic Division Preview & Predictions |...

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2026/08/30

Season Previews for the 2026-27 nhl season are underway as we start with the Atlantic Division. JimmyHockey and Zach Staden join us to discuss all 8 teams. How did each team fair this offseason? Who improved? Who is due for regression and where will each team finish in the division? We also touch on Connor Hellebuyck publicly requesting a trade out in Winnipeg and Cale Makar signing the biggest contract in NHL history. 🔊 New episodes drop every Sunday & Thursday @ 7 PM EST 🔥🎧 Stay locked in

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01:17:00

Cutter Gauthier Just Walked Away From $14 Million…...

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2026/08/23

We kick off the episode by breaking down the Islanders’ winning jersey design and reacting to Connor McDavid becoming the first 99 overall in NHL 27. From there, we dive into Bill Daly confirming that the NHL’s next expansion team will be announced by the end of the year, with Texas expected to be the destination. We also explore what expansion to 34–36 teams could mean for division realignment and potential playoff changes. After that, we react to Corey Pronman’s U‑23 rankings, followed by the

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01:25:00

The Storylines That Will DEFINE the 2026‑27 NHL...

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2026/08/16

We dive straight into the New York Islanders’ final four jersey concepts in the fan Jersey Design Contest as they look to choose their new third jersey, breaking down which designs work and which ones miss the mark. From there, we get into the biggest storylines heading into the 2026‑27 NHL season, including whether the Hurricanes can go back‑to‑back, how the Panthers might bounce back now that they’re finally healthy, what the new CBA means for teams and players, and why the incoming rookie class

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01:00:40

These NHL Players Are Bound to BREAKOUT in 2026-27 |...

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2026/08/09

In this episode, we break down a huge week around the NHL, starting with Anze Kopitar getting his number retired in Los Angeles and receiving a statue outside Crypto.com Arena. We then dive into NHL expansion talk after Allan Walsh essentially confirmed that Houston and Atlanta are strong candidates to receive teams soon. From there, we get into several NHL rumors, including updates on Shane Wright and Dylan Larkin, before shifting into our picks for breakout players heading into the 2026‑27 season

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00:45:17

The NHL Has a New Highest-Paid Player… Macklin...

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2026/08/02

In this episode, we break down Macklin Celebrini signing a 5-year, $18.8 million contract extension with the San Jose Sharks and what it means for the franchise moving forward. We also dive into the teams that improved the most this offseason — including the Sharks, Blackhawks, and Capitals — and how their moves reshape the NHL landscape. To wrap things up, Zach reveals his Top 10 Centers heading into the new season. 🔊 New episodes drop every Sunday & Thursday @ 7 PM EST 🔥 🎧 Stay locked in for

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00:34:53

Jason Robertson’s $12M One‑Year Gamble: The Deal That...

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2026/07/28

In today’s episode, we break down some of the biggest contract news around the NHL and what it means for each team heading into the season. We start with Jason Robertson’s new 1‑year, $12M deal and how this contract could impact the Dallas Stars’ future, their cap situation, and their expectations this year. Next, we shift to Matthew Schaefer, who becomes eligible for a new contract next offseason. We dive into what his next deal could look like, how his development affects his value, and what the

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01:17:56

The Yzerplan FAILED In Detroit... What's Next? | Ep 209

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2026/07/19

In this episode, we break down every final detail from Leo Carlsson’s offer sheet drama, then shift to the latest on Connor Hellebuyck and the Sabres’ pursuit of a franchise goalie. We also dive into Connor Bedard’s new contract, plus why Macklin Celebrini is open to a team‑friendly deal and what that means for the league. To close things out, we get into the heavy stuff: Steve Yzerman stepping down as Red Wings GM, the fallout in Detroit, and how Dylan Larkin’s trade request has spiraled so

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01:00:54

Leo Carlsson Is Now the HIGHEST PAID Player in the...

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2026/07/12

In this episode, we dive straight into the chaos surrounding Hurricanes owner Tom Dundon putting his family’s names on the Stanley Cup and whether he crossed a line or not. From there, we shift into the Flames locking up Simon Nemec with a new extension and what that means for Calgary’s long‑term plans. Things get even spicier as we break down Jason Robertson and the Stars heading to arbitration, plus Dylan Larkin expanding his trade list to four teams and how that shakes up the market. We wrap the

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01:07:29

The Flyers Offer Sheeted Leo Carlsson… and the NHL...

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2026/07/05

In this episode, Ryan from the Buds and Pucks podcast joins us as we break down another absolutely wild week in the NHL offseason. We kick things off with the Minnesota Wild acquiring Blake Coleman, then dive into Alex Ovechkin officially returning for his 22nd NHL season. From there, we hit a wave of signings — John Carlson heading to the Lightning, the Canadiens locking up Jakub Dobeš, and the Predators extending Mavrik Bourque. We also get into the Kraken potentially moving on from Shane Wright

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00:51:39

NHL Free Agency 2026 Recap: Every Big Signing & Surprise...

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2026/07/02

The episode kicks off with the Zach Werenski saga — why he’s staying in Columbus, what changed behind the scenes, and how this decision reshapes the Blue Jackets’ future. From there, we dive straight into the biggest trades at the start of NHL free agency, breaking down the marquee names who were shipped to new teams and how those moves shift the league landscape. Next, we cover the wave of re‑signings and contract extensions, highlighting the players who chose stability, the teams that locked down

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01:09:18

2026 NHL Draft: Winners, Losers & The Pick That...

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2026/06/28

In this episode, we break down a wild stretch of NHL offseason news and draft fallout. We start with Jason Robertson turning down a contract and trade from the Seattle Kraken, followed by Jordan Spence locking in a new extension with the Ottawa Senators. From there, the trade market explodes: the Sabres acquire Olen Zellweger, the Bruins land JJ Peterka, and the Mammoth immediately flip assets to bring in Sebastian Cossa. The Rangers make a major move by adding Pavel Dorofeyev from the Golden

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00:46:16

The CRAZIEST NHL Offseason EVER | Ep 204

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2026/06/25

The NHL is having one of the craziest offseasons of all time, and we break down every massive move. We start with the Seattle Kraken trading for Mackie Samoskevich, followed by the Florida Panthers pulling off a blockbuster deal for Brady Tkachuk. Then we dive into the Ottawa Senators landing William Eklund and the Calgary Flames acquiring Simon Nemec in another huge trade. Next, we look at the Washington Capitals making major splashes by trading for Jordan Kyrou and completing a sign‑and‑trade with

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01:25:40

Our 2026 NHL Mock Draft | Ep 203

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2026/06/21

We’re breaking down a full 32‑team 2026 NHL Mock Draft! Disclaimer: This episode was recorded before the Panthers trades. After the mock draft, we dive into the latest NHL news, rumors, and buzz from around the league — from Bowen Byram to Matthew Knies and plenty more storylines heating up across hockey. 🔊 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 |

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00:44:18

The 2026 Carolina Hurricanes Are Your Stanley Cup...

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2026/06/18

In this episode, we break down a busy week of NHL news and trades across the league. We start with the Toronto Maple Leafs trading Joseph Woll and Simon Benoit to the Philadelphia Flyers, followed by the Nashville Predators acquiring Ross Colton from the Colorado Avalanche. We also cover the Buffalo Sabres moving Michael Kesselring to the San Jose Sharks. From there, we shift to coaching changes as the Vegas Golden Knights decide not to bring back John Tortorella, and the Maple Leafs hire John

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