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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…
Episodes
Checking From BehindThe Avalanche Just Got SCARIER – Landeskog Is Returning!
In today’s episode, Zach breaks down the Montreal Canadiens' signing of top prospect Ivan Demidov to his entry-level contract — and explores whether he could…
Checking From BehindAlex Ovechkin is the Greatest Goal Scorer the NHL Has Ever Seen
In this episode, we break down Alex Ovechkin tying Wayne Gretzky's all-time NHL goals record and why Ovechkin deserves the title of the greatest goal scorer in…
Checking From BehindIs Lane Hutson the Front-Runner for the Calder Trophy?
In today's episode, we dive into Ryan Leonard's NHL debut and discuss how Alex Ovechkin is now just THREE goals away from breaking Wayne Gretzky's all-time…
Checking From BehindWho’s Got the Best Shot to Win the Atlantic?
In this episode, we break down some of the biggest storylines across the NHL: Life After Crosby & Ovechkin – What’s next for the Washington Capitals and…
Checking From BehindThe St. Louis Blues are the Hottest Team in the NHL
In this episode, we break down the Washington Capitals' huge decision to sign Jakob Chychrun to an eight-year contract extension—was it the right move? Then…
Checking From BehindNHL Changes Coming? Gary Bettman’s Big Plans for 2026-27!
In this episode, we dive into the NHL's potential expansion to four major U.S. cities and break down key takeaways from the GM meetings in Florida—including…
Checking From BehindTrading Rantanen Set the Avalanche Up for YEARS of Success
In this episode, we break down the NHL’s announcement of the Stadium Series returning to Stockholm, Sweden, next season. T hen, we dive into the intense…
Checking From BehindPaul Bissonnette Stirs the Pot with Rasmus Dahlin
In this episode, we break down Alex Ovechkin’s pursuit of Wayne Gretzky’s all-time goal record and what it means for the NHL. Then, we dive into Adin Hill’s…
Checking From BehindNHL Playoff Race: Who’s In & Who’s Out?
In this episode, we break down the intense playoff races in both the Eastern and Western Conferences! First, we dive into the Detroit Red Wings' rough stretch…
Checking From BehindNHL Trade Deadline Chaos: Biggest Moves & Surprises
In this episode, we dive into the wildest moves of the 2025 NHL Trade Deadline! Big names like Mikko Rantanen, Brad Marchand, and Brock Nelson were on the…
Checking From BehindNHL Trade Deadline: Which Teams Will Be the Most Active?
In this episode, we break down the season-ending injury to Jack Hughes and what it means for the New Jersey Devils ahead of the NHL Trade Deadline. Then, we…
Checking From BehindWho’s Buying, Who’s Selling? Our 2025 NHL Trade Deadline Preview
The NHL Trade Deadline is almost here, and big moves are coming! Which teams will be buyers? Who’s selling? And which superstar could be on the move? We break…
Checking From BehindWhat has gone wrong with the Chicago Blackhawks
In today's episode, we discuss the latest NHL news: Trevor Zegras’ 3-game suspension – What does this mean for the Anaheim Ducks and the league? The Chicago…
Checking From BehindWhy the Montreal Canadiens’ Future is Brighter Than Ever
In this episode, we break down the Vancouver Canucks signing Kevin Lankinen to a contract extension and discuss the latest Brock Boeser trade rumors as the NHL…
Checking From BehindUSA vs Canada: 4 Nations Face-off Championship Preview/Predictions
In today’s episode, we break down the highly anticipated rematch between international hockey rivals USA and Canada in the 4 Nations Championship! 🏒🔥We cover…
Checking From Behind4 Nations Face-off Has Been GREAT Replacement for All-Star Game
In this episode, we break down the 4 Nations Face-Off, sharing our thoughts on the tournament so far. Then, we dive into the latest NHL trade rumors, including…
Checking From BehindReacting to Our NHL Preseason Predictions
In this episode, we break down the NHL’s announcement of the 2028 World Cup of Hockey, set to take place between the 2026 and 2030 Olympics. What does this…
Checking From BehindOur 4 Nations Face-off Preview and Predictions
In this episode, we breakdown everything you need to know about the upcoming 4 Nations Face-Off! ✅ Key Injuries & Replacements – Who’s out and who’s stepping…
Checking From BehindShould the Hurricanes Regret the Mikko Rantanen Trade?
In this episode, JimmyHockey and Zach Staden join the show! We kick things off by breaking down how Marchenko’s injury impacts the Columbus Blue Jackets. Then…
Checking From BehindWhy 2025 Could Be the Dallas Stars' Year to Win It All
In today's episode Marc Sautter who covers the Dallas Stars joins us! We breakdown the Stars season so far. Wyatt Johnston and Jason Robertson have been great…
Checking From BehindThe NHL Trade Deadline Has Come Early
In this episode, we break down Utah's final three potential nicknames for next season. Plus, big news as the NHL salary cap is set to make massive jumps over…
Checking From BehindThe Canucks are Turning into a Dumpster Fire
In this episode, we break down the latest NHL contract extensions, including Logan Thompson signing with the Capitals and Will Borgen joining the Rangers…
Checking From BehindRantanen Traded: Who's Next?
In this episode, we’re joined by Nordic to discuss the latest buzz around the NHL! We start with the blockbuster trade sending Mikko Rantanen to the Hurricanes…
Checking From BehindThe New York Rangers Are So Back: What's Behind Their Success
🚨 In today’s episode, we cover all the latest NHL action! 🏒 First, we break down the 3-game suspensions for McDavid and Meyers. Then, we discuss Kaprizov and…
Checking From BehindThe Eastern Wild Card Race: Drama, Excitement, and Chaos
In this episode, we break down the Penguins' surprising move to waive Tristan Jarry and discuss Taylor Hall's openness to a potential trade. We also dive into…
Checking From BehindShould the NHL Expand the Playoffs?
In today's episode, we break down Connor Zary and Dylan Guenther being out indefinitely. Then we talk about the Red Wings and Blue Jackets on heaters. Then we…
Checking From BehindOur NHL Midseason Award Winners
In this episode we breakdown who are our award winners halfway through the season. We then discuss the drama between Elias Pettersson and JT MIller. Could…
Checking From BehindRookie Report: Which Rookies Have Lived Up to the Hype?
In this episode we break down the NHL Winter Classic, then we talk about the world juniors including USA and Latvia defeating Canada. Ovechkin is back from…
Checking From BehindPatience is Key with Connor Bedard
In this episode we breakdown Ovechkin returns from injury. Dylan Strome's and Pierre-Luc Dubois turning their careers around with the Capitals. Red Wings fire…
Checking From BehindDo the Penguins Have a Shot at Playoffs?
In today's episode we breakdown the Penguins hot stretch of games as of late. Which team has a better chance at winning a stanley cup? Washington Capitals or…
Checking From BehindThe Buffalo Sabres Won't Win Until Terry Pegula Sells the Team
In this episode we break down the trade that sent Kaapo Kakko to the Seattle Kraken for Will Borgen and if the Rangers can turn things around. The Sabres are a…
Checking From BehindNew York Rangers Struggles Continue
In today's episode we discuss the Avalanche trading for Georgiev and how he impacts the team, the Canucks get Demko back and Boeser is looking for $8 aav on…
Checking From BehindIs This the Toronto Maple Leafs Best Team in the Auston Matthews Era?
In this episode, we break down the Rangers trading captain Jacob Trouba to the Anaheim Ducks to sign Igor Shesterkin to a cintract extension and what the trade…
Checking From BehindReacting to the 4 Nations Rosters Revealed!
In today's episode we rant about the current state of the Sabres organization and how it's a dumpster fire. We react to the nhl 4 nations rosters being…
Checking From BehindWhat Will it Take for the Hurricanes to Win the Stanley Cup | Tanking in the NHL & Much More!
In today’s episode, we dive into the Minnesota Wild’s recent performance as they keep pace with the Winnipeg Jets. Trouble seems to be brewing in New York as…
Checking From BehindNHL Implementing the Salary Cap Was an EXTRAORDINARY Idea
In this episode, we break down which NHL playoff contenders might fall short and which non-playoff teams still have a shot at making it by season's end. We…
Checking From BehindThe Boston Bruins Made a Mistake Firing Jim Montgomery
In this episode, we dive into The St. Louis Blues firing bannister and hiring jim montgomery as their new head coach. The eastern conference seems to have a…
Checking From BehindThis is the Most Parity the NHL Has EVER Seen
In this episode, we dive into the Ottawa Senators' disappointing start to the 2024-2025 NHL season and what’s been holding them back. We also discuss the NHL’s…
Checking From BehindThe Minnesota Wild Are Contenders | Canadiens look underwhelming & Much More
The Minnesota Wild look like real contenders in the NHL. The Montreal Canadiens should hurt for hagens? The Boston bruins still are going through their…
Checking From BehindThe Penguins Are Going to BLOW IT UP | The Coloardo Avalanche are SO Back & Much More
In todays episode Jesse Joins us to talk about the Winnipeg Jets historic start. The Colorado Avalanche are starting to get healthy and look better. There is…
Checking From BehindTime for The Ducks to Find Trevor Zegras a New Home | Trotz Threatens Predators Rebuild & Much More!
Preston is back this week as we discuss Zach getting roasted for multiple takes on evgeni malkin from last weeks episode. The Washington Capitals look like a…
Checking From BehindThe Boston Bruins Struggling? |The Minnesota Wild Are The Real Deal? & Much More!
In today's episode Zach is by himself. He discusses the Minnesota Wild are the real deal and that includes Kirill Kaprizov being HIS hart trophy favorite. The…
Checking From BehindThe Winnipeg Jets are The Best Team in the NHL? | Oilers Lose Mcdavid & Much More!
In todays episode, we discuss the edmonton oilers losing connor mcdavid for 2-3 weeks and if they can overcome it. Which NHL teams are the best in the nhl?…
Checking From BehindThe Vegas Golden Knights Will Do ANYTHING To Win & Much More!
We discuss the buffalo sabres hot streak, shea theodore signs a 7 year extension with the vegas golden knights as well as alexis lafreniere signs 7 year…
Checking From BehindThe Biggest Surprises to Start the NHL Season & Much More!
In today's episode we discuss the goalie market and jake oettinger signed an extension with the dallas stars. Crosby and Malkin reach massive career…
Checking From BehindThe Utah Hockey Club LOOKS GREAT, NHL Blackouts NEED To End & Much More!
In today's episode we discuss goalie news including Jeremy Swayman, Linus Ullmark signing almost identical contracts. Igor Shesterkin and Alexis Lafreniere are…
Checking From BehindNHL 2024-2025 SEASON PREVIEW With Nordic97
In today’s episode, Zach and Preston recap the two games in Czechia between the Sabres and Devils. They also discuss three key players to watch this season and…
Checking From BehindThe WAIT Is Over, HOCKEY IS BACK
In todays episode, we discuss that NHL Regular season is back this week, Sabres name Rasmus Dahlin their new captain, who are the top defenseman in the league?…
Checking From BehindNHL Pacific Division Preview 2024-2025 Season
In todays episode we end our nhl season previews with the pacific division. Will the vancouver canucks defend their division title or can a team like the…
Checking From BehindSeason Previews: Central Division
In Todays episode we take a dive into the LOADED Central Division. Each team seemingly have gotten better in the central division! This season there will be a…
Checking From BehindSeason Previews: Metro Division Edition
As the 2025 NHL season approaches, we're diving deep into the Metropolitan Division to break down what you need to know before the puck drops! From new faces…
Checking From BehindSeason Previews: Atlantic Division Edition
In today's episode we start off our nhl season previews with the atlantic division! Some will say its the toughest division in hockey 🔊 New episodes drop every…
Checking From BehindThe Canadiens COULD Be Good This Season | Hectic Week in the NHL & Much more!
In this weeks episode we discuss the patrik laine trade which sent him to the canadiens and how this will impact the canadiens. After askarov requested a trade…
Checking From BehindRe-Drafting the 2015 NHL Draft
The 2015 nhl draft is one of the best draft classes in NHL History! In today's Episode we decided it would be fun to redraft the ENTIRE First Round of the 2015…
Checking From BehindThe Biggest Storylines Heading Into the 2025 NHL Season | Vibes are High in Edmonton (With THEMUGTV)
In todays episode we discuss the biggest storylines heading into the 2025 nhl season. some of which include stars like mcdavid, ovechkin, crosby and matthews…
Checking From BehindThese NHL Teams Will SHOCK Everyone This Season | Who's The Worst Team & Much More!
We discuss Brock Faber and the Minnesota Wild and that the wild are sneakily creating a really good team. Which NHL Teams will surprise us this season? We take…
Checking From BehindThe State of the Boston Bruins (FT. Marcussi)
Marcussi Joins a Bonus Episode to Talk Bruins puck including, jeremy swayman contract negotiations, new additions to the team and Much More! 🔊 New episodes…
Checking From BehindBig Time RFA's Still Unsigned | Draisaitl Closing in On Extension? & Much More!
We discuss the Oilers giving stan bowman their GM Role as well as leon draisaitl might be close to an extension with The oilers, UPL Re-signs with the Sabres…
Checking From BehindWhich Players Will Have the Biggest Impact on Their New Teams This Season? & Much More!
We Discuss Byfield resigning with the Kings, Debrusk asked for a trade from Boston TWICE, Which teams are the most overhyped going into the season, which…
Checking From BehindOur WAY TOO EARLY Playoff Predictions, Prediction 4 Nations Rosters & Much More!
We Give our EARLY Playoff Predictions in both the Eastern And Western Conference, as well as predict the 4 nations rosters. Also Rutger Mcgroarty seems too…