Puckworms
Anthony and Sam provide entertaining and informative analysis on all happenings around professional ice hockey.
Episodes
172 episodes
Restructuring at the Deadline
The Puckworms crew discusses the biggest moves from the NHL trade deadline: How much better are the Ducks with John Carlson? Did the Avalanche over-extend themselves by spending scarce assets? Will Corey Perry finally get a second C...
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Season 4
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Episode 30
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1:07:42
Generation-Defining Win
Team USA won its first Gold Medal in Men's Ice Hockey since 1980. Let's recap this historic victory over Canada and all the twists, turns, humps, and bumps that led to Jack Hughes' legendary overtime moment. Plus: NHL resumes play a...
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Season 4
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Episode 29
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58:05
One Golden Game
The Puckworms crew previews the biggest hockey game since 2010: the Gold Medal Game between the USA and Canada. How do these legendary teams match up, and who will take home the ultimate prize at the conclusion of the 2026 Winter Olympics? ...
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Season 4
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Episode 28
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40:14
Elimination Time
The Puckworms crew recaps the drama-filled preliminary round of the Olympic Ice Hockey tournaments and previews the playoff rounds ahead: How does Team USA match up against Sweden in the Quarterfinals? Are we hurtling toward a USA vs. Can...
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Season 4
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Episode 27
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1:01:33
Best-On-Best Is Back
The 2026 Winter Olympics have arrived; it is time to preview the best-on-best Men's Hockey tournament. Which nation will take home the Gold? Could we see a shocking Cinderella run? Which player will finish with the most goals ...
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Season 4
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Episode 26
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1:10:52
Paradise Freezes Over
The Puckworms Crew previews the upcoming Stadium Series game between the Boston Bruins and the Tampa Bay Lightning at Raymond James Stadium in Tampa, Florida. Which of these red-hot teams will come out on top? Which players have pro...
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Season 4
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Episode 25
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1:04:20
More International Angst
The upcoming Olympics have continued to create headlines as Team USA selected Jackson LaCombe to replace Seth Jones on the back end; the Puckworms crew debates the sensibility of this choice. Plus: Team Italy releases Men's Hockey roster,...
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Season 4
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Episode 24
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1:05:15
Opposite Directions
The Puckworms Crew discusses the latest in the Wildcard races of both conferences: Is Toronto going to make the playoffs after all? What is wrong with the Ducks? Plus: breaking down Team Canada, Puckworms Top 10, and more.Spo...
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Season 4
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Episode 23
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1:02:45
National Rosters Finalized
The Puckworms Crew discusses the Olympic Men's Hockey roster's with a focus on Team USA following Friday's reveal. How do the American's match up against a frightening Canadian team? What were the most shocking snubs? Is there...
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Season 4
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Episode 22
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1:02:37
A Very Warm Winter
In this edition of Puckworms, Anthony and Sam preview every aspect of the 2026 Discover NHL Winter Classic between the New York Rangers and Florida Panthers at LoanDepot Park in Miami, FL. How do these squads match up? Which team wi...
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Season 4
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Episode 21
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1:02:11
Massive shifts
A blockbuster trade rocked the NHL over the past week along with a significant goalie trade between conferences. How do these enormous moves impact Stanley Cup chances? Plus: Buffalo fires GM, Puckworms Top 10, and more.*Ther...
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Season 4
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Episode 20
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52:54
Panic Mode?
Edmonton and Toronto continue to struggle -- are two of hockey's biggest brands in serious danger of missing the playoffs? Plus: ways to reduce shootouts, goaltending woes, Puckworms Top 10, and more.Sports betting has rapidly rise...
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Season 4
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Episode 19
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1:10:19
International Embarrasment
One of the biggest blunders in the history of international sports may be upon us: best-on-best hockey in Milan is in jeopardy due to the inexplicable and inexcusable misstep resulting in an ice surface that is smaller than NHL size. What will ...
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Season 4
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Episode 18
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1:20:34
The Struggle Bus
The Maple Leafs are in a defensive tailspin; can they right the ship and climb back into the playoff picture? Are the Ducks and Canadiens coming back to Earth? Plus: Love & Hate, Puckworms Top 10, and more.Sports betting ...
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Season 4
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Episode 16
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36:19
Surprising Contenders
The Puckworms crew discusses the shocking developments that are taking shape one month into the NHL regular season. Can Pittsburgh's outstanding play be sustained? Are the Ducks a true Stanley Cup contender? Plus: Bedard's eru...
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Season 4
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Episode 15
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1:07:04
Previewing a wild night
The Puckworms crew looks ahead to the NHL's Frozen Frenzy when every team in the NHL will be in action over 16 games in one night. Which games will be the best to watch? How many goals will be scored over the course of the night?&nb...
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Season 4
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Episode 14
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58:00
New Blood
Special guest Noah Clark - Host of football podcast Snap the Pigskin! - joins the show to talk about all the happenings around the NHL. Are the Mammoth and Red Wings for real? Which team is the best in the NHL? Plus: new unifo...
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Season 4
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Episode 13
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1:07:05
2025-26 Season Preview
The Puckworms crew makes predictions for the upcoming NHL Regular Season. Which teams could be surprise postseason qualifiers? Who will win each division? Plus: Kaprizov signs record contract, big preseason performances, and m...
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Season 4
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Episode 12
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1:07:29
Bad News From Camp
Costly injuries are already beginning to rack up for some teams as the regular season approaches. How will the devastating loss of Aleksander Barkov affect Florida's expectation to be one of the best teams in the NHL? Can Dallas ove...
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Season 4
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Episode 11
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53:58
Countdown to Camp: Ranking Teams 1-8
Tune in for the reveal of the top eight teams in the NHL during the Official Puckworms Ranking of Every Team. Which team sits at number one entering the 2025-26 season? Plus: American star out until December, eligibility determined ...
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Season 4
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Episode 10
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58:40
2025 Countdown to Camp: Ranking Teams 9-16
Tune in to find out which NHL teams made it into this round in the Official Puckworms Ranking of Every Team. Where do last season's postseason squads fall? Plus: Kaprizov turns down historic contract.Sports betting has rapidl...
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Season 4
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Episode 9
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52:04
2025 Countdown to Camp: Ranking Teams 17-24
Tune in as the Puckworms crew reveals teams 17-24 in the Official Puckworms Ranking of Every Team. Are there any surprises in this group of up-and-coming NHL teams? Which squads might exceed or fall below expectations? Plus: P...
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Season 4
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Episode 8
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59:13
2025 Countdown to Camp: Ranking Teams 25-32
Tune in for the start of the reveal of the Official Puckworms Ranking of Every Team; this week, the crew explores the bottom of the barrel and unveils teams 25-32 in the Official Puckworms Ranking. Plus: McDavid's contract comments, Marco...
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Season 4
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Episode 7
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1:00:34
Hypothetical Expansion Teams Continued
Anthony and Sam finish drafting their fictional expansion teams using the PWHL expansion draft rules and selecting players from Western Conference teams. Who ended up with the better team? You may be surprised by some of the players...
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Season 4
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Episode 6
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1:06:50