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On the Bench with Beeks
by Cody Beekman
We are a scrappy collective of hockey lovers reaching out to the furthest reaches of the hockey-sphere! Our goal is to connect and expand the hockey community. We do this by shedding light on the millions of different/unique/interesting aspects of the game. Everyone that loves hockey shows it in their own way, so we want to tell the world all about it. This podcast is our continuous ode to that which provides so much to us everyday, the good ol’ game of Hockey!
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NHL ATLANTIC DIVISION PREDICTIONS 🚢 Who SINKS in 2026-27?! | OTBWB
🚨 THE ATLANTIC IS HEADED FOR AN ICEBERG. 🚨 The 2026-27 NHL season is almost here, which means the boys from On the Bench with Beeks are back with the next stop in their full NHL Division Preview series! This time, Beeks and Hockey Max set their sights on the Atlantic Division — and this…
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2026-27 NHL METRO PREDICTIONS 🚨 Who Wins the Division… & Who COLLAPSES?
🚨 THE 2026-27 NHL SEASON IS ALMOST HERE! 🚨 We’re only a couple weeks away from puck drop, which means it’s time for the boys from On the Bench with Beeks to put their reputations on the line. We’re breaking down EVERY NHL TEAM — division by division — predicting the standings, analyzing each...
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🏒 PWHL OFFSEASON BEDLAM: European Invasion, Big Moves & NHL Family Ties
The PWHL offseason is changing the league — and the boys are breaking down ALL of it. On the newest On the Bench with Beeks, Beeks and Max dive into a wild summer around the PWHL, from the 2026 Draft and free agency to major player movement across the league. 🇪🇺 THE EUROPEAN SURGE Beeks gets…
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NHL TRADE CHAOS! 🤯 Beeks LOSES IT Over Joe Sakic’s Latest Moves! | On the Bench with Beeks
The NHL trade market has officially gone OFF THE RAILS! In this episode of On the Bench with Beeks, the boys break down the absolute hurricane of NHL trades that have shaken the league over the last few days. From blockbuster deals to surprising moves that nobody saw coming, we’re covering every...
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The NHL coaching carousel is OUT OF CONTROL 😳Who gets hired or fired next?
Mike Babcock is back in the hockey headlines, and the reaction across the NHL has been anything but quiet. In Part 1 of Episode 108 of On The Bench with Beeks, the boys dive into Edmonton's controversial coaching decision and discuss why the return of one of hockey's most polarizing figures has...
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PRO BEACH HOCKEY Was INSANE! 🏒🌴 The Wild ’90s League That Needs a Comeback
🏒🌴 PRO BEACH HOCKEY WAS ABSOLUTELY WILD. In the newest On the Bench with Beeks, Beeks and Max travel back to one of the strangest — and coolest — hockey experiments of the 1990s: Pro Beach Hockey (PBH). Roller hockey. Beach vibes. Wild uniforms. Ramps behind the nets. An oil-filled ball....
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Episode 40. You Gotta Be In The Right Head Space ft. Cali aka TeenyTendy
This week the boys on the Bench get in the right head space with Cali aka TeenyTendy. Cali hops on the Bench to tell the boys about her ride from semi-pro snowboarding to creating her own fitness program to hoping in between the pipes to become the goalie she is today! They also discuss the...
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Episode 107. Are the Oilers And Leafs Heading Towards A Meltdown?
The Toronto Maple Leafs and Edmonton Oilers are supposed to be the faces of hockey in Canada… So why does it feel like both franchises are stuck in the same cycle? On Episode 107 of On The Bench With Beeks, we dive deep into: 🏒 the pressure crushing the Leafs and Oilers 🏒 playoff coaching...
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Episode 106. Did Toronto Pull a Fast one?
Toronto gets the #1 pick… and the hockey world immediately goes full conspiracy mode. Coincidence? Rigged? Or are hockey fans just spiraling again? On Episode 106 of On The Bench With Beeks, we break down: 🏒 NHL playoff chaos 🏒 PWHL playoff storylines 🏒 AHL postseason battles 🏒 The NHL Draft...
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Episode 105. Playoff Madness Is In Full Swing
We recorded Episode 105… The video? Gone. Completely didn’t save. So yeah… we panicked, blamed the gear, blamed the universe… and then handed the edit off to the guy with a mouthstick 😉 BUT— the audio survived. So you’re still getting: 👉 NHL playoffs 👉 AHL + PWHL 👉 all the chaos from around…
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Episode 104. The Playoffs Have Begun!
This week, the boys are all about the NHL playoffs. They run through the matchups and add their predictions of who will dominate and who will blow it. Joe goes on a solid rant about the Buffalo Sabres fans. And last but not certain least, stick around for a tasty jam from the GREATEST and ONLY...
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Episode 103. You’re Fired! And You’re Fired! You’re All Fired!
This week, the boys chat about the recent firings in the NHL. They break down what that means for Vegas and Toronto. They also talk about the PWHL’s super innovative playoff rules. And as per usual, stick around for a tasty jam from the ONLY and GREATEST hockey band in the universe: The Zambonis!...
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Episode 102. General Manager Meetings Have Come and Gone!
As the NHL playoffs draw near, the boys talk about the sheer mind-boggling predicament the teams in the Pacific division are currently. After that, they tackle the recent general managers meetings that have just concluded. And as per usual, stick around for the newest song from the ONLY and...
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Episode 101. Who’s hot? And who’s not?
This week, the boys take a hard look at who is trending up and who is trending down in the NHL. They follow it up with an update on how the PWHL takeover is doing. Then close it off with the announcement of the World Cup of Hockey locales. And as per usual we round it off with a tasty ham from…
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Episode 100. We Have Finally Hit 100 Episodes!
That’s right! On the Bench with Beeks has hit the centennial mark! We have a beefy episode. We talk about the Olympics. The winners, the loser and all the drama that followed. Next, we chat about the not so intense trade deadline. We look at who got better, worse and who didn’t even bother. And…
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Episode 99. Breadman is on the Move. Ullmark Gets Healthy
This week the boys have a lot to talk about. After missing last week, there is no shortage of conversation. They talk Artemi Panarin’s somewhat underwhelming trade, Gavin McKenna’s felony and Linus Ullmark’s road to recovery. And of course, stick around for another tasty jam from the ONLY and...
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Episode 98. Olympic Hockey on the Horizon
On this episode the boys chat about the upcoming Olympic hockey tournament. They dissect the rosters, importance and ramifications that come before, during and after the break. They speculate on possible trade movement before the roster freeze. And as always stay after to hear a tasty jam from…
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Episode 97. Let’s Go Streaking!
In this episode, the boys look at the insane winning streaks teams in the NHL are going on. They also look at the current IIHF World Junior Championship standings. To end it they look at the pros and cons of the NHL expanding passes 32 teams. Songs: Song: Shot…Score! By The Zambonis 110% Hockey…
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Episode 96. Early Movement Around the League
This week, the boys tackle the insane movement around the NHL. They take a look at the Quinn Hughes’s trade and the goalie swap for Edmonton and Pittsburgh. They also break down the Buffalo Sabres firing of Kevyn Adams. And try to analyse the impact Jarmo Kekäläinen can make as the new general...
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Episode 95. Mikko Rantanen’s Villain Arc?
This week the boys on the bench tackle the talk about Mikko Rantanen’s recent exploits. They break down whether this is a new side of the Moose or just a string of unfortunate events. This into that age-old conversation about the calibre of referees and the role the Department of Player’s Safety...
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Episode 94. PWHL Season Preview & Discussion
Here we go! Another beauty episode. Max and Beeks are joined by another teammate to chat some puck. In this episode they get into the PWHL. They chat about the early success and all around scope of the league and get stoked for the beginning of the season.
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Episode 93. Early Season Surprises
Well it was so nice, we decided to do it twice! Max and Beeks are back again. This episode we talk about what teams and players have surprised us in this early part of this 25/26 season. Get up and dive in.
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Episode 92. Wow, a New Episode!
You are reading that right, dear listener! A new episode of On the Bench with Beeks is here and it’s totally for you. Well… if you’re a Colorado Avalanche fan. Beeks’ old hockey buddy, Max, stops by and we get down on some Avs talk. The offense, defense and tendies get analysed. Not to mention a...
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Episode 91. OTBWB Is Back!
You read that correctly. On the Bench with Beeks is back after a long hiatus. We get into this early 23-24 regular season, discuss players and teams that are huge surprises, Connor Bedard-mania, Avs current situation and the developing Adam Johnson story. Don’t worry, Dave Zamboni is also back…
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Episode 90. Hockey Hall Of Fame Induction Ceremony ft. Dan Beatty
This week the boys on the bench get the VIP experience! Our good buddy, Dan Beatty, stops by to talk about his travels to the Mecca of hockey. He runs through his incredible three day VIP experience at the Hockey Hall of Fame for this year’s HHOF induction ceremony. Find out everything about this...
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Episode 89. NHL Updates And Happenings ft. Ryan Strachota
This week the boys on the Bench dive into a smörgåsbord of NHL discussion. Everything from the start of the regular season, the Reverse Retro release, the potential salary cap raise to the drama of the Ian Cole investigation and the ongoing battle between Comcast vs. Kroenke Sports Entertainment....
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Episode 88. Hoags Brings The Goods ft. Matt Hoagland
This week the boys on the Bench trade in the trade in the burgundy and blue for the orange and black. Pod-Street Bullies Podcast’s very own, Matt Hoagland, rides the pine to chat with us about all things Philadelphia Flyers hockey. Hoags throws down who he would have on his Flyers Mt. Rushmore…
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Episode 87. You’re In Avalanche Territory ft. Brennan Vogt
This week the boys on the Bench take a look inside. Up and coming Avs beat writer, Brennan Vogt, takes a seat on the bench to chat about the Avs training camp and preseason roster. We discuss who has been impressive and who might break into the opening night roster. After that we get into how...
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Episode 86. My Hockey Mom Can Beat Up Your Soccer Mom ft. Jody Anderson
This week the boys on the Bench put pen to paper. Author Jody Anderson stops by to talk about the ins and outs of her book Hockey Moms Aren’t Crazy… Well, Maybe Just a Little. We also discuss how to a supportive hockey parent the right way and how to shut down hecklers in the very most creative…
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Episode 85. Everyone Becomes A Fan… Somehow ft. Ryan Strachota & Ary Neill
This week the boys on the Bench go back to where it starts. Hockey newcomers, Ryan Strachota and Ary Neill, hop on the bench to discuss how they were turned into hockey fans. We touch on hockey firsts: jerseys, games, memories, etc. They explain their own paths while diving into hockey culture…
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Episode 84. Three Guys, A League And Our Guests ft. Mike & Marty from 2GALAG
This week the boys on the bench make fantasy a reality. The boys from 2GALAG drop by to take a shift on the bench. Mike and Marty get into some big time fantasy hockey talk by way of an impromptu ‘Beauty and the Beast’ segment OTBWB style. We also take a look at the Montréal Canadiens and…
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Episode 83. Why Not? ft. Phil Eichinger
This week the boys on the Bench go grass roots! Ex semi-pro player turned actor/writer, Phil Eichinger, takes a seat on the bench to give us the details on his ride from the ice, to the acting stage and then to the writing room! Phil let’s us in on the differences and similarities between being a...
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Episode 82. Ask And You Shall Receive…
This week the boys on the Bench open it up to the audience! That’s right, it’s an ‘Ask Us Anything’ type of episode. We asked you folks what you would like to have answered, everything from the current NHL happenings, the podcast, past ice capades and so much. Sit down and have a listen to the…
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Stick N Puck - Session 6. The Finale
This is the last chance to sharpen up on your skills this season, welcome to the season finale of Stick N Puck! First we chat about the end of the Stanley Cup Final and all of the celebration hijinx that has ensued. After that we turn our focus to the current Free Agent Frenzy and try to…
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Episode 81. Stand With Chan ft. Adrienne aka Guffychan
This week the boys on the bench #standwithnaz. Meaning we get to chat with the creator Nazem Kadri’s “Too Many Men” t-shirt, incredible artist, hockey player and philanthropist, Adrienne aka Guffychan! She breaks it all down from watching sports with the family and drawing on everything to…
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Stick N Puck - Session 5. Jersey Travel, Stanley Cup Final, Too Much Moolah
In the Stanley Cup Final, you need to keep your skills as sharp as a knife! Good thing we’ve got another Stick N Puck session to do just that. Keits shares about the awesome trip he took Beeks’ Rangers jersey on. He raps about their fun times out on the east coast. Next we chat about a little...
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Episode 80. The Myths, Curses And Traditions Of The Playoffs
This week the boys on the bench celebrate the Stanley Cup final by taking a dive into a few of the NHL’s curses, myths and traditions that come with every hockey fan’s favourite time of the year. Get the backstories of the playoff beard, the curse of the President’s Trophy and find out whether…
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Episode 79. Hit The Jakers Mark ft. Jake Cohen
Who knew a chance encounter at a local pub would turn into such a great OTBWB episode? In this episode the boys on the bench sit down with a local Avalanche lover, Jake Cohen! He lays it all out for us from having cancer, shingles, a stroke (all within the his first three years on this earth!)…
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Stick N Puck - Session 4. Odd Hockey Happenings, IIHF Schedule, Fan Identity
Session number four of Stick N’ Puck is officially underway! We start off with touching on a bit of odd/interesting happenings around a Zamboni driver and a jersey collector that might be taking it a little too far. Next we focus on the IIHF WC’s and purpose the idea of starting it at a different...
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Stick N Puck - Session 3. Grail Snipes, Media Excitement, Humboldt Remembrance
Welcome back to another session of Stick N Puck! Session 3 includes the exciting reveal of Keits’ ultra silky grail snipes, we make fun of hockey media and take a quick look at the trade deadline fallout. In this session, we look four years back and remember the Humboldt Broncos bud crash and...
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Episode 78. What’s The Call On That, Ref? ft. Dave Jackson
This week the boys on the Bench dawn the black and white stripes. They welcome on 30 year NHL referee and now ESPN hockey referee analyst, Dave Jackson. Dave fills the boys in on all things zebra, from starting out as just a job for while playing hockey, reffing bruisers in the minors, skating…
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Stick N Puck - Session 2. Two Years Podcasting Hockey, Hockey During Conflict, Jersey Love
Yes people, It’s another Stick N Puck! You have to keep your skills sharp. In this session we celebrate two strong years of being apart of the hockey podcast community, chat about how the hockey world has been affected by the current conflict in Ukraine and we round the session with a little…
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Stick N Puck - Session 1. Full Right/Regular Goalies, Colorado Avalanche, Olympic Hockey
You paid your five bucks, got your Hand stamped and you are ready for Stick N Puck time! On the Bench with Beeks and Between the Pipes podcast brings you this new monthly collaboration of casual “shoot around” of hockey talk. So re-tape your stick, lace up your skates and enjoy Stick N Puck!
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Episode 77. The Urkel Episode ft. King Dawit
The week the boys on the bench do a little eppy hoppin’! Fresh off of chatting on Rocky Mountain Extreme, King Dawit’s new podcast creation. They flip the script and take King for his second tour of duty on the bench. This one is a mixed bag of goodies with second-half season predictions, Sean...
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Episode 76. Ils M’appellent Le Shérif Part 1 ft. Sean “The Sheriff” McMorrow
This week the boys on the Bench drop the gloves and chuck some knuckles! Sean “The Sheriff’ McMorrow hops on the bench to chat up the boys. First of all, they discuss the recent news of NHL censorship in criticism towards the league’s sub-par officiating. Next the boys get to learn about Sean’s...
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Episode 75. A Great Place To Go For Great People ft. Filip Tomas
This week the boys on the Bench “Czech” out the local bar scene! They catch up with Filip Tomas, the proprietor of Denver’s best Czech Hockey bar SoBo 151. They record live from SoBo to get all of the details that make this bar a must go. From their humble beginnings to welcoming some of the best...
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Episode 74. Major Division Breakdown! ft. Nick Adams
This week the boys on the Bench breakdown division by division in the NHL! Nick Adams hops on the mic to help the boys crack this gigantic nutshell. Join these brave men as they trek through the Pacific, Central, Metropolitan and Atlantic divisions of the NHL. They mark down the most/least...
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Episode 73. What An Ad(s)vantageous Move
This week the boys on the Bench dig into a mix bag of topics! The boys open up the espy with a brand new segment called Dave’s Zambonis Pick, where Dave Zamboni chooses a slamming Zambonis jam and gives you a little background on it. Next, the boys look back on the tremendous losses the hockey...
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Episode 72. Here’s A Little Diddy From The Zambonis ft. Dave Zamboni & The Hockey Monkey
This week the boys on the Bench kick out the jams! Dave Zamboni and The Hockey Monkey warms the bench to tell us all about the best hockey rock ‘n’ roll band around, The Zambonis! They detail their humble punk beginnings to the birth of the Hockey Monkey to their brand new release ‘Do The Gretzky...
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Episode 71. Hockey Jerseys, The New Art Canvas ft. Adam Straughn
This week the boys on the Bench get a little artistic! The head honcho of Above The Sky Productions, Adam Strong, takes a seat on the Bench to lay out the details of the incredible things they are doing with his favourite art canvas… hockey jerseys. Adam explains how the EDM music scene and…
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ABOUT THIS SHOW
We are a scrappy collective of hockey lovers reaching out to the furthest reaches of the hockey-sphere! Our goal is to connect and expand the hockey community. We do this by shedding light on the millions of different/unique/interesting aspects of the game. Everyone that loves hockey shows it in their own way, so we want to tell the world all about it. This podcast is our continuous ode to that which provides so much to us everyday, the good ol’ game of Hockey!
HOSTED BY
Cody Beekman
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