Drive to Ants

Drive to Ants Hockey 36 – Quinn Hughes

In this episode, Ant and Matt discuss the recent trade of Quinn Hughes, the rebuilding strategy of the Vancouver Canucks, and the upcoming NHL trade deadline. They analyze the Buffalo Sabres’ new leadership under Yarmouk Akelinan and the struggles of the New York Rangers. The conversation also touches on the ownership change of the Pittsburgh Penguins and preparations for the Winter Classic in Miami. The hosts share insights on upcoming games and the overall state of the NHL.

Drive to Ants Hockey 35 – Closest Season Ever

The conversation explores the current NHL season, highlighting the competitive nature of the games and the impact of parity among teams. With a significant percentage of games being closely contested, the discussion delves into the reasons behind this phenomenon and its implications for the league.

Drive to Ants Hockey 34 – Contracts, Streaks, and All-Star Games

The conversation focuses on the performance of a sports team in a major market, emphasizing the need for improvement and the urgency for strategic changes to avoid falling too far behind in competition.

Drive to Ants Hockey 33 – Buy Blank Jerseys and You’ll Never be Disappointed

Summary In this episode, the hosts discuss the decline of Hooters and the changing landscape of wing culture, followed by an analysis of the NHL season kickoff, highlighting surprises and standout performances. They delve into rookie debuts, team dynamics, and predictions for upcoming games. The conversation shifts to expansion talks in the NHL, exploring market growth and potential new franchises. Finally, they discuss player contracts, team loyalty, and the evolving nature of free agency in the league.

Drive to Ants Hockey 31 – News and Best Picks

In this engaging conversation, Matt and An discuss various topics in the world of hockey, including the recent changes in the SNL cast, the comeback journey of goaltender Carter Hart, the Canadian Olympic team orientation, and the future of star player Connor McDavid in Edmonton. They also delve into Quinn Hughes’ ultimatum to the Vancouver Canucks and analyze the best players drafted at each pick in NHL history, highlighting the significance of these players in the sport.