ESPN In The Crease podcast: How to listen, episode guide

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What will happen in Beijing?

Linda and Emily do a deeper dive into a few teams around the league after Emily shares a special project. Then, they get into COVID protocols and how that is impacting certain games and players, which leads to the bigger question: what will happen with the Olympics? Lastly, Emily tells us the latest with Anaheim Ducks' GM Bob Murray resigning.

Now what?

Emily starts off with a few updates from Chicago including a coaching change and a few uncertain players. Then, Linda dives into recent comments made about Gary Bettman and where we are in the sexual abuse investigation regarding Brad Aldrich. After that, the ladies dive into a few more stories from around the league and give you their game of the week.

Fudged to the limit

Emily and Linda start off with a recap of where Jack Eichel is now calling home in Vegas. After that, Linda shares her perspective from in between the benches at the Ducks vs. Devils game. Emily wraps up with something she's been saving for the podcast ears only: a follow up to the Kyle Beach conversation.

Exposing the hypocrisy

Linda and Emily start off with the latest in the Kyle Beach and Chicago Blackhawks sexual assault investigation and why the hypocrisy is coming to light. After that, they get into some other news and notes around the league regarding some of the league's top Stanley Cup contenders, before getting into their "game of the week."

A developing story with a powerful message

Linda and Emily start off today's episode with a deep dive into a developing story out of Chicago regarding former Blackhawks player Kyle Beach, who is at the center of a sexual assault investigation. After that, they are joined by AJ Galante, former Danbury Trashers team owner, who has some interesting ties to the NHL and entertaining stories about his time in hockey.

A peak behind the NHL curtain

Linda and Emily start off this episode with a few behind the scenes stories from their time in Seattle, including a very special shoutout from WNBA's Sue Bird. Then, they preview their "game of the week" before sharing some news and notes around the league from some of the teams who need some fixing.

Facing adversity ... and booing crowds

Linda and Emily give their insights and opinions on how the season has started. With that being said, they address fans booing, players getting injured, and schedules getting tougher. After that, it's story time: Linda gives her favorite hockey moment and the ladies give you plenty of reasons to tune into this weekend's games (especially the Kraken home opener where they are both going to be in Seattle)!

Breaking news and betting hockey

Linda and Emily start off with breaking news surrounding Evander Kane. Then, Linda recaps her first time reporting from between the benches. Later on, they're joined by ESPN senior NHL writer Greg Wyshynski, who talks about betting on hockey and why it's so difficult.

The first game hype is real

Linda and Emily dive into their experiences on opening night, what they're most looking forward to as teams play their first games, and Emily even teaches us a new language...

The NHL season is here!

Linda and Emily are joined by ESPN's Kevin Weekes to preview opening night, and give fans everything they need to know heading into this season.

It's okay to NOT be okay

Linda and Kaplan start today's episode with the latest news surrounding mental health with NHL goalie Carey Price taking a leave of absence from the Montreal Canadiens. After that, former NHL goalie Corey Hirsch joins the show to share an important message to players and coaches around the league dealing with mental health issues. Later on, Emily and Linda give an update on Robin Lehner and Jack Eichel, take a deep dive into the Metro Division, and more!

Twitter rants and frustrated players

Linda and Emily start off this episode with some of the latest news around the league, including Robin Lehner's tweets and Jack Eichel's situation. After that, they dive into the Atlantic division with their thoughts on who will emerge as the top contenders, and who will struggle to make it through the regular season.

We're changing the game

Linda and Emily start off this episode with a discussion on how the NHL is evolving and showing more personality. But trust us, there's more room to grow. After that, they give you their expert opinions on every team in the Pacific division.

Back to "normalcy"

Linda and Emily are happy we're back to a "normal" NHL season as they dive into their thoughts on each team in the Central Division. Then, the ladies give you their preseason predictions on who out of the Central Division will make it to the playoffs. After that, we hear what Anaheim Ducks goalie John Gibson did this offseason and we promise you ... it's not what you're expecting!

Accepting change and seeking help

Welcome back to the In the Crease Podcast with Linda Cohn and Emily Kaplan! We start off today's episode with news from Buffalo regarding their now former captain Jack Eichel. Then, Linda shares an update on Evander Kane before Emily starts a discussion on vaccinated NHL players. After that, we hear from the L.A. Kings' Drew Doughty, who shares his experience with therapy, eating junk food on off days, how team bonding has changed over the years, and more!

Find the positive because haters are gonna hate!

Welcome to the debut episode of In The Crease! Hosts Linda Cohn and Emily Kaplan start off their first episode with all the news and major storylines hockey fans need to know heading into the 2021-2022 season. Linda even breaks some news regarding an ongoing story out of Minnesota. After that, Tampa Bay's Steven Stamkos shares stories of his second time winning the Stanley Cup, he elaborates on his friendship with NFL's Tom Brady, and more!