In this episode of Empty the Bench, Nick and Mac discuss their weekend adventures, including a snowy day filled with hockey and pizza. They dive into what NHL teams are thankful for this season, touching on the Toronto Maple Leafs, Pittsburgh Penguins, and San Jose Sharks. The conversation shifts to concerns about the upcoming Olympic hockey tournament, particularly regarding the ice surface size. They also highlight Tage Thompson's impressive retribution in a recent game. The hosts answer mailbox questions from listeners, covering various NHL insights and predictions. Finally, they recap the week for the Washington Capitals and provide updates on NCAA hockey.
Chapters
00:00 Weekend Recap and Snow Day Nostalgia
01:03 Thanksgiving Gratitude in the NHL
08:45 Olympic Hockey Concerns
14:20 Surprising NHL Standings
16:20 Tage Thompson's Retribution
17:58 Mailbox Highlights and Fan Reactions
25:04 Weekly Recap: Capitals' Performance
28:25 Analyzing Upcoming Games and Standings
31:12 NCAA Hockey Updates and Highlights
32:42 Trivia Time: Four-Goal Games in the NHL
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