Puck Watching
A hockey podcast centered around the St. Louis Blues. Two brothers host your premier talk show featuring prominent guests and thought-provoking discussion.
Episodes
38 episodes
From Rock Bottom to Redemption (...Sort of)
The Blues snapped their seven-game skid with a gutsy win over Edmonton, but inconsistency still haunts them. Luke and Nick break down Jordan Kyrou’s response to being healthy scratched, Binnington’s wild week (including stealing Ovi’s 900th puc...
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Season 2
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Episode 12
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1:05:18
The Spooky 7th Loss in a Row
The St. Louis Blues have dropped seven straight — their longest skid since 2022 — and the warning lights are flashing. Luke and Nick dive deep into what’s gone wrong, from the goaltending collapse (.837 team save percentage) to the defensive br...
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Season 2
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Episode 11
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1:06:35
The Midweek Shift: A Broken Team
In our second edition of "The Midweek Shift", we shift from interviews to a short breakdown of what happened in the last 3 games for the Blues as they are now winless in their last 5 games. Tune into hear our take on the surprising struggles of...
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Season 2
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Episode 10
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29:32
Lost at Sea: A Home Ice Crisis
It’s getting ugly. The Blues let another game slip away — five goals against at home for the third time this season — and there’s no hiding from the truth. We talk last night's brutal start, a defense in disarray, and a team that still can’t de...
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Season 2
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Episode 6
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59:19
The Midweek Shift: Joey Vitale
In our first edition of The Midweek Shift, we’re joined by Blues TV and Radio Color Analyst Joey Vitale. A former NHL forward with the Pittsburgh Penguins and Arizona Coyotes, Joey skated alongside stars like Sidney Crosby and Ev...
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Season 2
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Episode 8
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25:12
A Tale of the Highs and Lows
The St. Louis Blues kicked off the week with a strong win over the Vancouver Canucks, only to stumble hard against the Chicago Blackhawks in a loss that raised eyebrows. But they bounced back with a gritty win over the Dallas Stars, salvaging t...
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Season 2
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Episode 7
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58:46
A Nightmarish Opening Night + Take a Bow Joel Hofer
The Blues season has officially begun! Tune into hear our thoughts on a disastrous opening game of the season and a promising response from the Blues on the road in Calgary all thanks to goalie Joel Hofer.
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Season 2
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Episode 6
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49:19
Robert Thomas: From Backyard Rink to All-Star
NHL All-Star and Blues Assistant Captain Robert Thomas drops by Puck Watching for an exclusive deep dive into the Blues' jaw-dropping playoff push last season. From locker room energy to personal breakthroughs, Thomas shares what spark...
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Season 2
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Episode 5
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47:44
Defensive Preview + Preseason Struggles
In this episode, we round out our season predictions with a deep dive into the Blues' defensive core and the goalie tandem of Jordan Binnington and Joel Hofer. With preseason underway and the team still searching for their first win, we ask the...
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Season 2
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Episode 4
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59:38
Chris Pronger: The Journey to NHL Immortality
Hall of Famer. Stanley Cup Champion. Blues legend. Chris Pronger joins the show for a deep dive into one of the most remarkable careers in NHL history. From becoming the first defenseman since Bobby Orr to capture the Hart Trophy, to battling t...
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Season 2
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Episode 3
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54:18
Blues Offense Preview + Bold Takes
Puck Watching's is BACK! We are kicking off our weekly content by offering a bit of preview into what to expect from this Blues offensive core this season. We address the biggest question marks headed into this season and the expectations that ...
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56:52
State of the Central + Blues by the Decade Mock Draft
There may not be much going on in the Blues/hockey world, but there is plenty to talk about when it comes to the Blues biggest rivals in the central division this year. Where do all the teams stack up? Are there teams that the Blues need to imp...
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Season 2
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Episode 7
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1:06:17
John Kelly's Legacy + Ushering in the New Schedule
In another edition of our offseason series, we bring to you our thoughts on the unexpected move from the Blues to move on from longtime TV Play-by-Play announcer John Kelly. We also breakdown the newly released schedule for the Blues. What poin...
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Season 2
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Episode 6
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53:04
The Blues Free Agency Frenzy + Welcome Justin Carbonneau
In this episode, we dive into the Blues’ surprise first-round draft pick—Justin Carbonneau. Was it a reach or a hidden gem? We break down his explosive upside and how he might reshape the team’s depth on the wing.Plus, the Blues weren’t ...
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Season 2
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Episode 5
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37:48
Fresh Sweaters for the Blues + Free Agency Predictions
In this episode, we dive into our thoughts on the newest permanent logo for the St. Louis Blues. Is it a failure or is it a perfect fit for this team? Hear about that as well as our thoughts before free agency begins on July 1st. Will the Blues...
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Season 2
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Episode 4
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47:02
Blues by the Numbers: A Deep Dive (feat. @stlanalytics)
In this episode, we’re joined by one of Blues Twitter’s sharpest voices — Sam, better known as @stlanalytics. Known for breaking down the game with stats, insight, and a healthy dose of fandom, Sam walks us through the story behind his account,...
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Season 2
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Episode 3
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56:25
Chris Zimmerman: The Journey to Leading the Blues (Part 2)
Get ready for Part 2 of our conversation with Blues President and CEO of Business Operations, Chris Zimmerman. This time, we dive into his incredible journey with the Blues and how his leadership has fueled a transformation in the St. Louis com...
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Season 2
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28:41
Chris Zimmerman: The Journey to Leading the Blues (Part 1)
In this episode, we were proud to welcome Chris Zimmerman to the show in our first offseason edition! Chris details his journey that led up to his success with the St. Louis Blues. Whether it was time as a player, assistant coach, or a business...
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Season 2
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Episode 1
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31:12
Season Evaluation + 1st Annual Puck Watching Awards Ceremony
In our final episode talking about the 2024-25 season, we give our thoughts on the highs and lows of this Blues season. Who exceeded expectations? Who fell below the standard? What clicked for the Blues to finally climb out of their "retool"? F...
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Season 1
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Episode 19
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1:11:10
Heartbreak in Winnipeg + The End of the Road
In this episode we recap the Blues brutal loss to the Winnipeg Jets blowing a 3-1 lead with 1.6 seconds left to go in the 3rd period. The Blues fought hard all game but their achilles heel all season, keeping leads late in periods, ultimately b...
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Season 1
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Episode 18
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55:52
The Blues Force Game 7 (Game 6 Recap and Final Series Predictions)
In this episode we break down last night's dominant Blues performance at home with Jon Gruden in attendance! Lots of contributions from the Blues lineup last night, but one of the defining factors still was Connor Hellebuyck who looked question...
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Season 1
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Episode 17
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29:22
The Blues on the Ropes (Game 5 Recap)
In this shorter episode, we dive into a disappointing result in Game 5 in Winnipeg against the Jets. There was some controversy that we sought to address, but the Blues were the inferior team fair and square on Wednesday night. Do they have it ...
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Season 1
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Episode 16
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37:37
How The Tables Have Turned! (Game 4 Recap and A Look Around the League)
The Blues DOMINATE in games 3 and 4 and are now all the way back in this series as we are tied 2-2 going back to Winnipeg Wednesday night for Game 5. The Blues defensemen have stepped up in massive ways during the homestand and have played a cr...
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Season 1
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Episode 15
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47:57
Domination at Enterprise Center
Tune in to the heart of playoff hockey as we break down the St. Louis Blues' electrifying Game 3 victory over the Winnipeg Jets at the Enterprise Center. From Pavel Buchnevich's stunning hat trick to Cam Fowler's record-setting five-point perfo...
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Season 1
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Episode 14
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37:15
The Blues Come Up Short in Winnipeg
The Blues find themselves down 0-2 after a tough two games on the road in Winnipeg in the opening round.. The Blues didn't play their worst hockey by any stretch in either game but some miscues and playing a team like the Jets didn't mesh well ...
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Season 1
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Episode 13
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32:52