The Aiming Five Hole Hockey Podcast

The Jekyll & Hyde Canadiens are in search of consistency, having defeated the Leafs one night only to struggle against the Blues the next. Meanwhile, the NJ Devils are faltering and seeking solutions, while the Capitals...

We've reached the quarter mark of the NHL season, prompting an examination of whether the Thanksgiving Playoff Theory will hold true. Currently, only one Canadian team is in a playoff position, while several teams are...

Ryan gloats as The Toronto Maple Leafs faced a terrible loss against the Montreal Canadiens, placing them at the bottom of the Eastern Conference standings! In contrast, teams like the Boston Bruins, Philadelphia...

Quick ignites a bench clearing skirmish following yet another home loss for the Rangers, underscoring the mounting pressure on the team to perform in front of their fans. Binnington's position as the starting goaltender...

After a challenging weekend, it may be time to hit the panic button in Leaf land! While Hall of Fame Weekend celebrated the achievements of inductees, it was not a joyful time for the Leafs. On the other hand, Suzuki...

It's early in the season, and every team in the Eastern Conference is above.500 and within a point of a playoff spot. This raises the question: have we reached parity, or are a few teams' slow starts keeping others in...

With the Leafs struggling, it's time for Phil to take a moment on the couch for some reflection. Meanwhile, the Habs are maintaining their strong performance. Additionally, teams like Utah, Chicago, and the Penguins are...

The Canadiens have begun the season on a strong note, while the Leafs' goalie is calling out his team's effort in an attempt to ignite a fire under them. Injuries to key players remain a concern, and the Oilers are...

The first week of the season was quite eventful, particularly off the ice with several significant contract signings. Notably, Connor McDavid signed what can only be described as the most team-friendly contract in the...

The pre-season shenanigans have concluded, and teams are now finalizing their line-ups and roster decisions. The anticipation for the season to begin is palpable. Phil and Ryan share their insights on the outlook for...

Phil and Ryan are back for Season 2 of the Aiming Five Hole Podcast. In our Pre-Season show, we will discuss the changes and outlook for the Leafs and Habs. Additionally, we will explore other significant stories around...

We end the season the way we started it... Talking all things, Toronto Maple Leafs & Montreal Canadiens post free agency and big moves for better or worse for both teams. We also touch on the miracle that the Panthers...

The Panthers go back to back and Bennett wins the MVP! Unfortunately Connor McDavid and the Oilers had no answers for the Panthers relentless forecheck and the Canadian drought on brining Lord Stanley back to Canada...

The Panthers lead the series 3-2 and head back to Florida with an opportunity to win back to back Cups! Can the Oilers continue to come up big after bad loses and drag the Panthers back to Edmonton for Game 7?? The...

Panthers take a 2-1 series lead after a dominating game three performance! The Oilers didn't seem ready to play as the series moved to Florida but with an extra day off before game 4 they need to find their game to...

Let's run it back! Oilers and the Panthers will square off again this year in the Stanley Cup Final! If the series is anything like last years, it'll be another doozy and one for the ages... Can McDavid and Draisaitl...

The conference finals has been a little like Bizarro world. The Oilers has transformed into the team that went to the Cup Finals last season and the Cannes have collapsed from the team that got them to the conference...

The Leafs fail to advance beyond the 2nd round with a terrible Game 7 performance. It's time for major changes in Leaf land! The Jets can't extend their series with Dallas and the President's curse claims another team!...

Panthers square the series with the Leafs at two a piece and Phil's on the couch! Oilers lead their series with the Knights despite a bad bounce in game 3. Jets continue to struggle on the road and Rantanen dominates...

Round One came to an end, in dramatic fashion with the Jets pulling off the miracle late-game comeback and win it in OT! We'll run down the complete first round, including the dramatic third-period comeback by the Stars...

The first round of the playoffs hasn't disappointed with plenty of exciting story lines and play! The Leafs lead the series 3-1 over the Sens as they try to exercise their demons and cash a ticket to the second round...

The Playoffs have begun and the Leafs get out to a fast start. The Jets survive a shakey start to their series and the Dallas, Avs series lives up to the hype! Habs get started Monday night!

Leafs clinch the Atlantic Division title, home ice for first two rounds and will face the Senators in the Battle of Ontario for the first round. Habs need to a win in one of their final two games to clinch the second...

Ovechkin becomes the greatest goal-scorer of all time! The playoff races tighten up as we hit the home stretch and teams vie for home-ice advantage. All that and more on this week's episode.

Phil & Ryan discuss the Eastern Wildcard race as it limps its way to the finish line. The Habs win a big one in Florida and hope to hold off the Rangers, Islanders, and Blue Jackets for the final spot. The St Louis Blue...