Calder's Calling

Join Corey, Deana, and Jay as they recap some of the top stories in the AHL in the 2023-24 season. Who impressed? What stood out? We'll discuss!Plus, we bring you some of the notable free-agency signings with AHL impacts!

Join Corey, Deana, and Jay as they bring you the latest stories from the AHL's Calder Cup Finals. Recap the action so far and see what's coming up between the Hershey Bears and Coachella Valley Firebirds.

The 2024 Calder Cup Finals between the Hershey Bears and Coachella Valley Firebirds begin tonight! A rematch of the 2023 Calder Cup Finals is sure to bring intensity and drama as these two teams battle for the AHL's ultimate prize.Less than 24 hours after a dramatic game 7 overtime win against the Cleveland Monsters in the Eastern Conference Finals, the voice of the Hershey Bears, Zack Fisch, joined Corey and Deana for a full update.How will the Bears navigate such a quick turnaround? What's the status of Aaron Ness, Ethen Frank, and Lucas Johansen? Tune in to find out!

The Calder’s Calling crew is at it again with a preview of Game 7 of the Eastern Conference Final between the Hershey Bears and the Cleveland Monsters.Everyone weighs in with their stars of the series to this point and the Herculean effort it will take to win the final game. As a disclaimer, we do not condone actually pushing grandmas down flights of stairs. Confused? Tune in to find out what we mean!Plus, catch up on all the highs and lows of this historic playoff series!

In this episode of the Calder’s Calling Podcast, the lines are drawn in the sand as Corey, Deana, and Jay break down the Eastern Conference Final matchup between the Hershey Bears and the Cleveland Monsters.You’ll find out very easily who has vesting cheering interests in each team (if you didn’t know already somehow) as the two superpowers are set to collide and cause maximum chaos!

With the 2024 Calder Cup Playoff Division Finals underway, it's time to dive in and take a look at all of the... oh. Excuse me? Minimum chaos?Deana Weinheimer and Corey Swartz go in-depth on the Eastern Conference playoff series in the latest episode of the Calder’s Calling podcast! The duo have some thoughts on their beat teams, Cleveland Monsters and Hershey Bears, who are both up 2-0 in their respective series. They also set the stage for a pair of Game Threes on Wednesday night. There are thrills to talk about in their stars of the week and even some news to go over in the latest episode!

Join Jay, Deana, and Corey in the latest episode of the Calder’s Calling Podcast! The gang goes in-depth on the latest matchup results for the Divisional Semifinals in the 2024 Calder Cup Playoffs. Who made the biggest difference for their team, and how does that carry over into the division final rounds? You’ll hear bold predictions and maybe reconsider how your sleep schedule influences your rooting interests in this episode of AHL chatter.

In the latest episode of the Calder’s Calling Podcast, Deana, Jay, and Corey break down the latest action in the second round of the Calder Cup Playoffs. The gang takes a look at the biggest surprises of the round (so far) and the top performances (again- so far) of the 2024 Calder Cup Playoffs! Everyone’s excited for a full slate of playoff hockey to talk about and get set for some important games in the postseason.The series previewed in this episode includes: Hershey Bears vs Lehigh Valley Phantoms Cleveland Monsters vs Belleville Senators Milwaukee Admirals vs Texas Stars Ontario Reign vs Abbotsford CanucksFor the other playoff series, check out The AHL Pre-Show with Andrew Rinaldi and Deanna McFeron this Friday!

Join Calder’s Calling as Deana, Jay, and Corey dive into the first-round results of the Calder Cup Playoffs! The gang also gives their three stars of the round and discusses the upsets and surprising performances. Then, they preview the start of the second round and give bold predictions on how each round will go!The series previewed in this episode includes:Hershey Bears vs Lehigh Valley PhantomsCleveland Monsters vs Belleville SenatorsMilwaukee Admirals vs Texas StarsOntario Reign vs Abbotsford CanucksFor the remainder of the Divisional Semifinals matchups, check out The AHL Pre-Show which drops on Friday!

Join Jay Forster and Corey Swartz as they break down the end of the 2023-24 AHL season by recapping all the player awards and handing out the Calder’s Calling Season MVPs! Corey’s pick might not surprise you. Then, the guys break down some of the first round playoff series across the AHL and give their bold predictions to get you set for puck drop in the 2024 Calder Cup Playoffs!

With around three games to go for most of the American Hockey League, teams are down to the wire! Whether jockeying for playoff positions, grabbing the last two playoff spots, or making a final impression, there is still a lot at stake!Andrew Rinaldi joins Corey Swartz and Deana Weinheimer to look back at the last week in AHL news. A goalie goal by Hartford Wolf Pack netminder Louis Domingue, a play-by-play announcer calling a player's first AHL goal that shares his name, and some end-of-season awards are just a taste of what's to come!They also update you on the playoff race and what to expect throughout the remainder of the 2023-24 AHL Regular Season!

Join Deana, Jay, and Corey in episode 22 of Calder’s Calling! The trio discuss the latest in AHL achievements and talk about the Calder Cup Playoff race, which is rapidly closing in on its conclusion. The team takes a different spin on three stars this week with some unusual picks. Finally, Jay takes a spooky turn with a special segment that must be heard to be believed!

The whole squad is here! Deana, Corey, and Jay are here to talk about the newest AHL players in town, celebrate some milestones and records, give out their three stars of the week, and talk about some of their favorite AHL players who have gone on to big things in the NHL!Plus, Scott Matla of Locked On Canadiens and Habs EOTP is here to talk about the Laval Rocket's playoff push, and Deana gives us an update on why the North Division playoff race is stressing us all out.**Except for CoreyThumbnail image credit: Brian Stone Sr for The Calder Times

Jay and Corey are here to bring you the latest on playoff clinches, pushes, and soon-to-be eliminations! Plus, it's the NHL debut season again. Why is the North Division like this? How soon can the Hershey Bears clinch the league title? And we have a patented Swartz Rant TM as Corey talks about penalties and why taking them is bad!

Deana and Jay are here to bring the chaos this week, as they check in with playoff pushes, suspension updates and their three stars of the week, before Jay gives everyone an update on the rookie scoring race, Jon Fromi joins the show to talk all things Rockford Icehogs, and Deana plays Blind Rankings with Jay, Corey, and some very green jerseys!

The whole gang is here this week, and Deana, Corey and Jay are here to check in with playoff clinching scenarios, their three stars of the week, and putting the Pacific Division on notice as the Ontario Reign are heating up and going on a tear. They also take a look at the pros and cons of AHL teams losing their top scorers, before checking in with the Atlantic Division playoff race as they try to figure out: can anyone catch Hershey?

Today on Calder's Calling, Corey and Deana get you primed for the upcoming NHL trade deadline and what it means for the AHL!From big moves from the Washington Capitals to benefit the Hershey Bears to Ivan Ivan's impressive rookie season, there's a lot to cover this week! Corey has you covered on the Hershey front (as always), while Deana gives you all of the ins and outs of the upcoming trade deadlines and the rules for player eligibility in the 2024 AHL Calder Cup Playoffs.-AD-Get your best available odds and take advantage of top offers for multiple sportsbooks through our link at signupexpert.com/ahl!Thumbnail photo credits: Hershey Bears and Grand Rapids Griffins

Today on Calder's Calling, Corey and Jay check in with Griffins and Wolves correspondent Andrew Rinaldi.Learn about Grand Rapids' incredible point streak and just how impressive the Griffins have been. Plus, we explore how hard it is for an AHL team to walk the line between winning and developing as we take a look at how teams can survive the loss of key pieces to call-ups and injuries.To read more on Bob Goodman's retirement, click here!Follow Andrew Rinaldi's Grand Rapids Griffins coverage on X: @GR_Rinaldi_-AD-Get your best available odds and take advantage of top offers for multiple sportsbooks through our link at signupexpert.com/ahl!

Today on Calder's Calling, Jay Forster and Corey Swartz are here to look at the many AHL players making their NHL debuts this week before giving their Three Stars of the Week, talking about what the heck is going on in Milwaukee, and finishing off by giving props to the many talented rookies in the AHL scoring race this season!

As we approach the mid-way point of the 2024 American Hockey League (AHL) season, there are some shakeups in the standings! From the sudden downturns to the surprising streaks, we cover it all in this week’s Calder’s Calling podcast. Join Corey Swartz, Corey Swartz, and Deana Weinheimer to check out the latest news and highlights across the American Hockey League.First, the quick hits! A suspension for Jutin Sourdif kicks off our news review. Then, we look over plenty of milestones across the league: 100 and 300-game milestones for a pair of Hershey Bears while a young Admiral also celebrates the 100-game mark. 700 games are in the book for Charlotte Checkers captain Zac Dalpe.Finally, the AHL hits a huge momentous occasion this upcoming weekend. What is it and how will the fans benefit from the celebration? Check it out!We then award our stars of the week. Who stood out? Check out the stats and highlights!Then, we examine some of the surprising shakeups in the AHL standings. We are in the dog days of the season, so it's time to see who is riding the wave and who has slipped off their surfboard.Many thanks to our podcast sponsor, Document Doctors LLC!-AD-Get your best available odds and take advantage of top offers for multiple sportsbooks through our link at signupexpert.com/ahl!

From the Peterborough Petes to the Belleville Senators, broadcaster David Foot has quite the resume in the hockey world! One sentiment rings clear though. Through it all, he is "just happy to be here!" David joins Calder's Calling podcast hosts Deana Weinheimer and Corey Swartz to talk about his job with the Belleville Senator and his rise in the world of hockey broadcasting. Plus, we cover all of the latest stories in the American Hockey League (AHL).First, the quick hits! The AHL and San Jose Barracuda mourn the loss of a figurehead in the front office. A beautiful night in downtown Charlotte, NC saw the hometown Charlotte Checkers defeat the Rochester Americans in the 2024 Outdoor Classic. A goalie with Ohio roots takes home AHL Player of the Week nods. Plus, suspensions, signings, and multiple milestones bookend this week's quick hits!Deana and Corey then welcome David Foot to the show! From AHL All-Star nods and Bokondji Imama's suspension to the Belleville Senators' rise up the North Division, we pick David's brain on some of the biggest stories around the club.Corey wraps up the show by comparing the Atlantic Division standings to... F-Zero 99? Tune in to find out why!Many thanks to our podcast sponsor, Document Doctors LLC!-AD-Get your best available odds and take advantage of top offers for multiple sportsbooks through our link at signupexpert.com/ahl!Thumbnail photo credits: Belleville Senators

The American Hockey League (AHL) has announced the list of players set to compete in the 2024 AHL All-Star Classic! Fans across the league celebrate their team's awardees from the fan-favorite veterans, the oldest player in the league, upstart rookies, and beyond. In this week's Calder's Calling podcast, Jay Forster, Corey Swartz, and Deana Weinheimer discuss this year's All-Star class and the latest news and highlights across the American Hockey League.First, the quick hits! The All-Star venue for 2025 was announced to the team's newest team in Coachella Valley. New AHL contracts were awarded to Carsen Twarynski and Aaron Dell. Theme nights in Cleveland and Hershey warm hearts and set records. Tune in to find out all of the specifics and more!The rest of the show is dedicated to the 2024 AHL All-Star class! Jay, Corey, and Deana share which players will represent their teams, who might have been snubbed, and their thoughts.Many thanks to our podcast sponsor, Document Doctors LLC!-AD-Get your best available odds and take advantage of top offers for multiple sportsbooks through our link at signupexpert.com/ahl!Thumbnail photo credits: RJ Forbus, Brian Stone, and Rebecca DaSilva for AHL News Now

The calendar has moved into 2024, which means the Calder's Calling podcast is back! Deana Weinheimer and Corey Swartz are back with the latest news and highlights across the American Hockey League.First, the quick hits! The AHL mourns the loss of a 14-year pro. All of the coaching slots for the All-Star Classic have been filled. Who made it this season? Artem Anisimov returns to the AHL and Coachella Valley tallies the first goal of 2024. What else stood out? Tune in to find out!Then, we look over our stars for the week. From a red-hot (or chocolatey smooth) netminder to a forward setting franchise records for the Cleveland Monsters, Deana and Corey award their picks.Corey leads us into a deep dive into what is going right in Hershey. Who is standing out? How does this team compare to past champions?Deana closes out the show by turning her sights on the Belleville Senators. Are they a force to be reckoned with in the North Division? Is there recent success legit?Many thanks to our podcast sponsor, Document Doctors LLC!-AD-Get your best available odds and take advantage of top offers for multiple sportsbooks through our link at signupexpert.com/ahl!Thumbnail photo credits: Cleveland Monsters and Hershey Bears

With less than a week until Christmas, it is time to look back at the top AHL stories of 2023! This week Patrick Williams joins Corey Swartz, Jay Forster, and Deana Weinheimer on the Calder's Calling podcast.First, the quick hits! Dylan Gambrell and Alex Steeves are leading the way for the Toronto Marlies- but only one can be the AHL Player of the Week? Who got the nod? A couple of Hershey Bears get well-deserved call-ups to Washington. In Cleveland, Justin Pearson gets his first pro goal and unleashes the Teddy Bears! Finally, we look at a suspension handed down to Logan Nijhoff of the Rockford IceHogs.Then, we welcome Patrick Williams. When it comes to the AHL, no single person knows more than Patrick! He shares his favorite stories and insights into the last twelve months of AHL action.To close out the back half of the show, your hosts end the inaugural/first edition of The Callies! What award did your team get?Many thanks to our podcast sponsor, Document Doctors LLC! -AD-Get your best available odds and take advantage of top offers for multiple sportsbooks through our link at signupexpert.com/ahl!

In the Wild West of the American Hockey League's Pacific Division, only one team has the right to claim a kingdom: the Ontario Reign! This week their head coach Marco Sturm is joining Deana Weinheimer, Jay Forster, and Corey Swartz on the Calder's Calling podcast. First, the quick hits! Clay Stevenson looks to be sticking around with the Hershey Bears (for a couple of seasons at least) and Tomas Suchanek is making waves in the hockey world. Also, we talk about the suspension handed down to Chicago Wolves head coach Bob Nardella.In our three stars, Corey looks to the former Bears while Jay picks a high-producing rookie. Deana goes for a sloth. What? Well, you'll have to watch to find out more!Jay then turns our sites to the stellar AHL rookie group across all positions. Which one will emerge victorious as the 2023-24 AHL Rookie of the Year? The decision might not be that clear-cut.Deana then welcomes Ontario Reign head coach Marco Sturm to the show. Who were his coaching mentors? Why does he feel a solid mix of experience equals success for AHL teams? What are his thoughts on the German National Team? He discusses this and more!Finally, Corey ponders if the San Diego Gulls are a team on the upswing or if their recent winning ways might not be what it seems on the surface.Many thanks to our podcast sponsor, Document Doctors LLC!Thumbnail photo credits: Ontario Reign

It's been another action-packed week for the AHL, as Jay Forster, Corey Swartz, and Zander Manning take a look at some quick hits, including suspensions, milestones, AHL firsts, and the breaking of a thirteen-game losing streak out in San Diego, before naming their stars of the week. This week Jay wants to look at how wild the Atlantic Division is and whether it's the Division to beat before Corey talks about who's hot, who's not, and who's on fraud-watch in the AHL. Zander finishes things up with a conversation on the Chicago Wolves and whether things are turning around there, as they seem to be getting friendlier with the Carolina Hurricanes!Many thanks to our podcast sponsor, Document Doctors LLC!

Thanksgiving has arrived in America. At the Calder's Calling Podcast- an AHL podcast, our hosts are giving thanks while also covering the last week in American Hockey League action!Join your hosts Zander Manning and Deana Weinheimer as they give you only the tastiest bits of a full week in the AHL.First- the quick hits! A fight leads to a three-game suspension for Iowa Wild forward Kale Kessy. What spurred the fight? Our hosts take a look. Penguins goaltender Alex Nedeljkovic made AHL history this past week, becoming the first goaltender to ever.. well... you'll need to watch this on YouTube for the full context. Trust us, the celly is worth it.Deana then leads us through a high-scoring (and injured) North Division with Toronto's Alex Steeves and Laval's Lias Anderson. Plus, two off-ice figureheads celebrated tenure milestones in the North. Learn more about Cleveland's Jasen Sokol and Belleville's Matt Mitchell. Finally, Zander compares and contrasts the Eastern and Western conferences and tells us about Chicago's Chris Terry and Chris' ALS All-Stars.Know a deserving family in the Chicagoland area? Nominate them at: chicagowolves.com/community/community-outreach/chris-als-all-starsNext are the hosts' two stars of the week. We have the sentimental with Zander's pick and explosive with Deana's this week!Deana is up first with her segment, all about giving thanks. We all know the AHL is one of the best sports leagues out there. She polled the staff at AHL News Now to find out what about the AHL they are most thankful for. For a twist, she turned the list into a poem... that made Zander laugh so hard he had to mute? Tune in to find out why!Finally, Zander looks at the bottleneck in the Eastern Conference standings. Who has what it takes to break away from the pack? What stats have us thinking a team's early success isn't sustainable? Do you agree? Sound off!Many thanks to our podcast sponsor, Document Doctors LLC!

He's responsible for a call that has been immortalized within the Giant Center. Now he's visiting the Calder's Calling Podcast to chat about the Hershey Bears and his rise up the play by play ranks! This week, Calder's Calling is honored to welcome Bears play-by-play broadcast Zack Fisch. Join your hosts Corey Swartz, Deana Weinheimer, Jakob Forster, and Zander Manning as they cover the last week in American Hockey League action.First- the quick hits! A coaching change in the NHL sends Hartford head coach Kris Knoblauch to the Oilers while Steve Smith gains the interim tag. This happens just hours after one of their own celebrates a career milestone. A Hershey player collects a scoring milestone of his own while the Syracuse Crunch find domination in one very interesting (and scary) way! Wrapping up the quick hits part of the show, the Chicago Wolves and Colorado Eagles have some interesting trends in the early part of the season. We discuss.Next are the hosts' three stars of the week. From the sentimental to clutch to downright impressive, Garrett Roe, Chris Fournier, and Leevi Merilainen take their time to shine!Then Zack Fisch joins us for a lengthy talk about his journey to the AHL, surprises in the Atlantic Division, his views on the Bears' season to date, and his day with the cup. It's an interview you won't want to miss!Deana then turns the focus in the net as six goaltenders combined for quite the feat this past Saturday.Finally, Zander shares his opinions on the lack of callups between the Springfield Thunderbirds and St Louis Blues. Is is a good thing or a true anomaly in the league?Many thanks to our podcast sponsor, Document Doctors LLC!

It's not often that a 24-year-old is on the verge of setting franchise scoring records. Our guest for episode five of Calder's Calling- an AHL podcast is primed to do just that! We are honored to welcome Cleveland Monsters forward Trey Fix-Wolansky to the show! Plus, the whole crew is back together as Corey Swartz, Deana Weinheimer, Jakub Forster, and Zander Manning cover the last week in American Hockey League action.First- the quick hits! It's goalie takeover night as we discuss the play of Dustin Tokarski, Dennis Hildeby, and Jesper Wallstedt. Gerry Mayhew continues to impress in the American Hockey League- what did he do last week that caught our eye? Finally, we look at the Ontario Reign. Was last weekend a fluke or a sign of possible trouble in the kingdom?Next, we unveil the three stars of the week! A former Calder's Calling guest impressed again- leading him to the top of Jakub's leaderboard.Jakub shines the light on an outstanding AHL rookie class for the 2023-24 season. Who's hot, who is defying expectations, and which unsigned draft pick is on top of the pack? We discuss.Then, Trey Fix-Wolansky joins the show in Deana's weekly segment. From changes to the Monsters' roster, the controversy surrounding Columbus Blue Jackets prospect Kent Johnson's recent loan to the AHL, his dream linemates, and specialty jerseys, he opens up to us about it all! Stick around for his pick for his favorite specialty jersey- it's amazing!Corey keeps the conversation around the specialty jerseys going as the group shares their picks for the top theme nights and jerseys slated for the rest of the season.Finally, Zander shares his opinions on the state of the coach's challenge in the AHL.Many thanks to our podcast sponsor, Document Doctors LLC!

Content Warning- We do discuss the passing of former AHL forward Adam Johnson. While we do not show the video or discuss the injury in detail, we recognize this may be a sensitive subject for some people. Following our show notes are resources to find help if you need it.Another exciting week of American Hockey League action is in the books! From the good, the bad, and the important news around the league and hockey world, we cover it. For episode four of the Calder's Calling podcast, Jakob Forster, Deana Weinheimer, and Zander Manning start by remembering Adam Johnson, who spent several seasons in the AHL.The hosts then turn to their power rankings. Why is the Laval Rocket filled with talent but not racking up wins? They share their theories. Next, they chat about the awarding of the AHL Player of the Week to Raphael Lavoie out of the Bakersfield Condors. What gave him the edge over so many other clutch performances? Find out what we think!Deana then leads you through the 2024 inductees to the AHL Hall of Fame.Jakob then leads us through a discussion on player safety and what moves are being made to make hockey safer for all ages and levels. How does this impact the AHL? Who is already implementing newer safety gear? It's a critical discussion, and we get into it.Then, Deana talks about an odd yet clutch style of play that the Grand Rapids Griffins have settled into. Finally, Zander brings up the idea of more outdoor games in the AHL. How do you feel about that? Sound off in the comments!Many thanks to our podcast sponsor, Document Doctors LLC!For mental health resources:In the UK- https://www.mentalhealth.org.uk/explore-mental-health/get-helpIn Canada- https://www.mhrc.ca/mh-resourcesIn the US- https://www.mentalhealthfirstaid.org/mental-health-resources/

A storm is brewing and our special guest is bringing it from Down Under! For episode three of the Calder's Calling podcast, we are honored to welcome Nathan Walker to the show. Join your hosts, Corey Swartz, Deana Weinheimer, and Zander Manning, to cover the last week in American Hockey League action.First- the quick hits! The Cleveland Monsters continued a key relationship and the Springfield Thunderbirds and Hartford Wolf Pack celebrated special milestones. Plus, the Bakersfield Condors brought back an alumnus to help round out their roster. Find out more as we start the show!Next, we unveil the three stars of the week! What do they all have in common? Hat tricks!Corey starts looking ahead to Thanksgiving in his segment, as the Hershey Bears look to be keeping the invite list pretty short. Well, except for one surprise guest!Nathan Walker then joins the show to talk about his career in hockey, his tie to the 2023 Calder Cup-winning Bears, opinions around three-in-threes, leaders among his Thunderbirds' teammates, and favorite jerseys.Looking ahead some more, Deana asks the all important and all too early question- who's San Jose bound for the All-Star Classic? Our choices ma surprise you!Finally, Zander shares his opinions on the Chicago Wolves. Is going unaffiliated working out for them? What's missing from a winning formula in Rosemont? Your hosts take a look!Many thanks to our podcast sponsor, Document Doctors LLC!

Week one of the 2023-24 American Hockey League (AHL) season got off to a hot start! From the first goals of many players' professional careers to the first shutout of the season, it has happened already. Join your hosts, Deana Weinheimer, Jakob Forster, and Zander Manning, as they cover it all.In episode two of Calder’s Calling – An AHL Podcast, learn what Trey Fix-Wolansky, Taro Hirose, Matt Villalta, and Sheldon Rempal have in common. (Hint- it's part of a new weekly segment on Calder's Calling!)Then, we talk about surprises. Unexpected teams coming in hot (we are looking at you, San Diego Gulls) and underdogs take center stage.Your hosts then discuss a signing made by the Wilkes-Barre/Scranton Penguins on Tuesday, defenseman Libor Hajek. They also review a trade featuring Jack Rathbone and the unfortunate injury to Texas Stars defenseman Gavin Bayreuther.In our special/specific/we are figuring out a name for these segments, Jakob leads off with a deep dive into some of our surprises to start the season.Deana then leads you through a multimedia spectacle celebrating all of the first professional and AHL goals scored in week one of the 2023-24 AHL Season.Finally, Zander talks about the dreaded three-in-three schedules for the AHL. Are they a good thing? Does getting rid of them limit the fans that can come to games? We sound off!Many thanks to our podcast sponsor, Document Doctors LLC!Please rate and subscribe!

Welcome to the first episode of Calder's Calling - An AHL Podcast. Join your hosts, Corey Swartz, Deana Weinheimer, Jakob Forster, and Zander Manning, as they preview the 2023-24 American Hockey League Season. Joining us is special guest Scott Howson, President and CEO of the AHL.From revisiting the epic showdown between the Coachella Valley Firebirds and Hershey Bears to close out the 2023 Calder Cup Playoffs, the Chicago Wolves going independent, key retirements over the offseason, and more- we talk about it in this episode.