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PODCAST

The Aiming Five Hole Hockey Podcast

Fourth Line Media

Welcome to Aiming Five-Hole—the hockey podcast where Canadian-born fans Phil and Ryan bring an unfiltered, irreverent take on the modern NHL. With their media experience and beer league passion, they serve up weekly unique insights and lively discussions about the greatest sport on Ice!

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All Episodes

36:42

EP50 - Leafs Implode!

The Aiming Five Hole Hockey Podcast ·

2025/12/22

The recent road trip for the Leafs has been extremely disappointing, prompting Berube to express his frustration with the team's performance and leadership. In contrast, the Canadiens, despite facing injuries and fatigue, have managed to maintain their strong overall play. With Hughes now traded, the question arises: which team will make the next significant move? Will the trade floodgates open after the roster freeze lifts and before the Olympic break? The next month could be pivotal for teams

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41:16

EP49 - Hughes Traded to the Wild!

The Aiming Five Hole Hockey Podcast ·

2025/12/15

Trade winds blow through the Western conference which results in Quinn Hughes going to the Minnesota Wild making the Central division more competitive than it already was! In a move that was highly expected, the Oilers swap goalies with the Penguins. The Leafs continue to struggle with giveaways resulting in their leadership being called out! Meanwhile the Habs are searching for consistency but finish the week on a high note beating the Oilers.

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38:19

EP 48 - Jekyll & Hyde Habs!

The Aiming Five Hole Hockey Podcast ·

2025/12/08

The Jekyll & Hyde Canadiens are in search of consistency, having defeated the Leafs one night only to struggle against the Blues the next. Meanwhile, the NJ Devils are faltering and seeking solutions, while the Capitals and Wild are maintaining their momentum thanks to strong goaltending. As the Christmas holiday trade embargo approaches, trade winds are starting to pick up steam. Additionally, there are questions surrounding the situation in Italy and whether the Olympic hockey tournament

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33:38

S2-EP10: Thanksgiving Weekend Playoff Theory!

The Aiming Five Hole Hockey Podcast ·

2025/12/01

We've reached the quarter mark of the NHL season, prompting an examination of whether the Thanksgiving Playoff Theory will hold true. Currently, only one Canadian team is in a playoff position, while several teams are exceeding expectations. Will this dynamic shift, or will it be up to the Montréal Canadiens to bring the Cup back to Canada

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35:27

S2-EP9 Habs send the Leafs to the Cellar!

The Aiming Five Hole Hockey Podcast ·

2025/11/24

Ryan gloats as The Toronto Maple Leafs faced a terrible loss against the Montreal Canadiens, placing them at the bottom of the Eastern Conference standings! In contrast, teams like the Boston Bruins, Philadelphia Flyers, New York Islanders, and Anaheim Ducks are showcasing unexpected success early in the season. Additionally, injuries to key players are becoming a growing concern across the league.

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38:22

Goalie Controversy?

The Aiming Five Hole Hockey Podcast ·

2025/11/18

Quick ignites a bench clearing skirmish following yet another home loss for the Rangers, underscoring the mounting pressure on the team to perform in front of their fans. Binnington's position as the starting goaltender for Team Canada is under threat from Logan Thompson, and the Oilers need to find an answer to their goaltending wows before it's too late. On a more positive note, the Canadiens are showing signs of breaking free from their recent struggles, while the Maple Leafs continue to

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39:07

S2-EP7: Panic at the Scotiabank Disco!

The Aiming Five Hole Hockey Podcast ·

2025/11/10

After a challenging weekend, it may be time to hit the panic button in Leaf land! While Hall of Fame Weekend celebrated the achievements of inductees, it was not a joyful time for the Leafs. On the other hand, Suzuki and Caufield are showcasing their skills with a strong start to the season for the Canadiens, positioning themselves as potential candidates for their countries' Olympic team rosters. Meanwhile, the New York Rangers are struggling at home, unable to score a goal on home ice and facing

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34:03

S2-EP6: League Parity?

The Aiming Five Hole Hockey Podcast ·

2025/11/04

It's early in the season, and every team in the Eastern Conference is above .500 and within a point of a playoff spot. This raises the question: have we reached parity, or are a few teams' slow starts keeping others in the mix? The Leafs are displaying inconsistent play, which makes it challenging for Phil to completely remove himself from the doctor's couch. On the other hand, the Habs continue to shine, despite experiencing some third-period letdowns. Additionally, there is discussions around the

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39:42

S2-EP5: Leafs Sputter!

The Aiming Five Hole Hockey Podcast ·

2025/10/28

With the Leafs struggling, it's time for Phil to take a moment on the couch for some reflection. Meanwhile, the Habs are maintaining their strong performance. Additionally, teams like Utah, Chicago, and the Penguins are surprising experts with their impressive starts to the season.

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32:54

S2-EP4: Habs off to a Strong Start!

The Aiming Five Hole Hockey Podcast ·

2025/10/20

The Canadiens have begun the season on a strong note, while the Leafs' goalie is calling out his team's effort in an attempt to ignite a fire under them. Injuries to key players remain a concern, and the Oilers are facing yet another slow start to the season. Leafs fans don't look now but Marner and the Knights look good early!

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28:13

First Week Update

The Aiming Five Hole Hockey Podcast ·

2025/10/12

The first week of the season was quite eventful, particularly off the ice with several significant contract signings. Notably, Connor McDavid signed what can only be described as the most team-friendly contract in the history of sports, extending his deal in Edmonton and providing the franchise with a substantial discount. This move will enable the team to acquire additional support for another Stanley Cup run. On the ice, the Leafs narrowly defeated the Habs in their season opener, which was a bit

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49:23

2025/26 Season Preview!

The Aiming Five Hole Hockey Podcast ·

2025/10/06

The pre-season shenanigans have concluded, and teams are now finalizing their line-ups and roster decisions. The anticipation for the season to begin is palpable. Phil and Ryan share their insights on the outlook for the Leafs and Habs, along with their predictions for the upcoming season.

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42:36

Season 2: Pre-Season Show

The Aiming Five Hole Hockey Podcast ·

2025/09/30

Phil and Ryan are back for Season 2 of the Aiming Five Hole Podcast. In our Pre-Season show, we will discuss the changes and outlook for the Leafs and Habs. Additionally, we will explore other significant stories around the league, including injuries, retiring players and unsigned stars. Tune in for insights and analysis as we gear up for an exciting season ahead.

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52:32

Season Finale

The Aiming Five Hole Hockey Podcast ·

2025/07/08

We end the season the way we started it... Talking all things, Toronto Maple Leafs & Montreal Canadiens post free agency and big moves for better or worse for both teams. We also touch on the miracle that the Panthers pulled off bringing everyone back to make a run at the Three-peat and the winners and losers so far during free agency.

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23:17

Florida Panthers Win the Cup!

The Aiming Five Hole Hockey Podcast ·

2025/06/19

The Panthers go back to back and Bennett wins the MVP! Unfortunately Connor McDavid and the Oilers had no answers for the Panthers relentless forecheck and the Canadian drought on brining Lord Stanley back to Canada will last another year!

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38:38

Stanley Cup Final Update #2

The Aiming Five Hole Hockey Podcast ·

2025/06/17

The Panthers lead the series 3-2 and head back to Florida with an opportunity to win back to back Cups! Can the Oilers continue to come up big after bad loses and drag the Panthers back to Edmonton for Game 7?? The Winter Olympics are less than a year away and each country has named their first 6 players to their respective rosters.

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29:51

Stanley Cup Final Update!

The Aiming Five Hole Hockey Podcast ·

2025/06/11

Panthers take a 2-1 series lead after a dominating game three performance! The Oilers didn't seem ready to play as the series moved to Florida but with an extra day off before game 4 they need to find their game to ensure this series heads back to Edmonton all square. In a surprising move the Dallas Stars fire head coach Pete DeBoer!

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30:16

Stanley Cup Preview

The Aiming Five Hole Hockey Podcast ·

2025/05/31

Let's run it back! Oilers and the Panthers will square off again this year in the Stanley Cup Final! If the series is anything like last years, it'll be another doozy and one for the ages... Can McDavid and Draisaitl will this Oilers team to victory or will the Panthers depth prove to be too high of a mountain to climb? Can't wait to see how it turns out!

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34:33

Conference Final Update

The Aiming Five Hole Hockey Podcast ·

2025/05/27

The conference finals has been a little like Bizarro world. The Oilers has transformed into the team that went to the Cup Finals last season and the Cannes have collapsed from the team that got them to the conference final. We also discuss the collapse of the Shanaplan in Toronto and the need for the President's role within NHL franchises.

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34:45

Leafs Fail to Advance Again!

The Aiming Five Hole Hockey Podcast ·

2025/05/19

The Leafs fail to advance beyond the 2nd round with a terrible Game 7 performance. It's time for major changes in Leaf land! The Jets can't extend their series with Dallas and the President's curse claims another team! The Semi-finals are set and we'll discuss our thoughts on both the Eastern & Western Conference finals!

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