Our View From the Bench

Corey is back on the Bench to discuss the @NHL offseason that is in front of us. Joined as always for hockey talks by friends of the show Aaron and Tyler. Starting with a recap of the Stanley Cup Final and talking about how the @CarolinaHurricanes won their 2nd Cup in team history. They were all happy seeing @vegasgoldenknights that is for sure. Then the guys jump into the offseason and what they think could happen. Corey even throws out a crazy question about Ovechkin playing in another jersey other than the Caps. Of course they spend some time on what they think the @AnaheimDucks should do this summer to compete for the cup in '27. #nhl #nhlnews #stanleycupplayoffs #nhlpredictions #nhlhockey Key Topics2023 Stanley Cup final highlights and analysisRecent NHL trades and their implicationsOffseason strategies and potential player movesImpact of coaching changes and management decisionsPredictions for next season's team performancesChapters00:00 Stanley Cup Finals Recap02:50 Coaching Changes and Team Strategies05:41 NHL Offseason Trades and Implications19:56 Trade Analysis: Sharks and Bruins Deal23:24 Pittsburgh Penguins: The Legacy Continues25:53 John Carlson's Future: Ducks or East Coast?28:43 Ovechkin's Next Move: Retirement or Another Season?32:04 Dylan Larkin's Trade Rumors: Where Will He Go?37:56 Darnell Nurse: Open to Trade?39:31 Analyzing Potential Trades and Team Changes42:25 Draft Predictions and Offseason Moves45:18 Dream Targets and Big Wishes for the Ducks53:04 Final Thoughts and Future Outlook

In this episode, Brendan and Corey discuss the excitement surrounding the NFL playoffs, including the divisional round recap, key performances, and controversial calls. They delve into the media's perception of players like Josh Allen, analyze the blowout game between the Seahawks and 49ers, and reflect on the Texans' struggles against the Patriots. The conversation shifts to previewing the upcoming championship games, focusing on the Broncos vs. Patriots and Rams vs. Seahawks, with predictions for the Super Bowl matchupTakeawaysThe NFL playoffs are heating up with exciting matchups.Josh Allen's performance is under scrutiny by the media.Controversial calls can significantly impact game outcomes.The Seahawks dominated the 49ers in a blowout victory.CJ Stroud's struggles raise questions about his future.The Broncos have a chance against the Patriots despite being underdogs.The Rams and Seahawks are set for a thrilling NFC West showdown.Coaching strategies will play a crucial role in the championship games.Predictions for the Super Bowl matchup are varied and passionate.Fan engagement is high as teams vie for the championship. Chapters00:00 NFL Playoff Excitement03:00 Divisional Round Recap: Key Games and Performances05:49 Controversial Calls and Their Impact08:41 Josh Allen and Media Perception11:36 Seahawks vs. 49ers: A Blowout Game14:34 Texans vs. Patriots: Struggles and Future Prospects17:20 Championship Sunday Preview: Broncos vs. Patriots20:16 Rams vs. Seahawks: A Battle of NFC West Rivals23:07 Predictions for the Super Bowl Matchup

It is the second round of the NFL playoffs! Brendan and Corey give their predictions for the Divisional matchups. Let's see who they got going into the conference championships.Chapters00:00 NFL Divisional Playoff Round Overview02:58 Wild Card Weekend Highlights05:49 Key Matchups and Predictions for Divisional Round08:35 Injury Impact on Teams11:37 Quarterback Performances and Team Dynamics13:38 Quarterback Challenges and Team Dynamics15:29 Patriots vs. Texans: A Clash of Strategies18:10 Rams vs. Bears: A Battle of Styles23:20 Playoff Scheduling Quirks and Quarterback Insights

In this episode, Brendan and Corey discuss the current NFL playoff landscape, Brendan's struggles in fantasy football, and the need for full-time referees in the league. They also touch on Philip Rivers' surprising return to the NFL and the implications of Patrick Mahomes' injury on the Chiefs' future. On the bench they discuss various themes surrounding the NFL, including potential coaching changes, the impact of injuries on team performance, and the dynamics of upcoming matchups. They delve into the implications of trades, particularly for the Green Bay Packers, and analyze the significance of the NFC West showdown. The conversation also highlights key games to watch in the upcoming week and reflects on the excitement of the playoff season.Chapters00:00 NFL Playoff Push and Fantasy League Struggles03:04 Referee Accountability and Full-Time Officials05:56 Philip Rivers' Return to the NFL12:06 Patrick Mahomes' Injury and Future Prospects18:48 Coaching Changes and Team Dynamics21:09 Injuries Impacting Team Performance24:39 Green Bay's Trade Decisions and Future26:37 Upcoming NFC West Showdown30:27 Saturday Football Matchups34:17 Key Sunday Games to Watch38:13 Looking Ahead to the Playoffs

Welcome back Benchwarmers! Brendan and Corey are back on the bench to discuss the top headlines going into week 12 of the NFL schedule. The conversation starts with Sheduer Sanders making his first career start in Vegas against the Raiders, moves onto the Falcons and what the hell they are going to do followed by their thoughts on the Chiefs dynasty and its current state. Finally just for fun the guys pick their AFC and NFC title game matchups.

The guys are back on the bench and checking in on their NFL preseason division predictions. They go over where they were right and where they were dead wrong...mostly Corey.