10 MAG 2024 · The crew celebrates PWHL playoffs, shrugs at the draft lottery, and mulls over the fates of the NHL teams that have now been eliminated from Stanley Cup contention. 0:00 SJ welcomes Alex and Trevor to the Neutral Zone Hotel. 02:01 PWHL playoffs are here! 09:05 The NHL draft lottery results are in and it was a big MEH. 15:44 Travis Green has been hired as head coach of the Ottawa Senators. The crew asks whether they should have shelled out for a more proven coach. 22:49 Drew Bannister has been officially hired to coach the St. Louis Blues, losing the interim tag he held most of the season. 27:50 The Los Angeles Kings have lost in the 1st round to the Edmonton Oilers again. SJ revels in their misery and inaction. The crew also discusses if Pierre-Luc Dubois just has bad vibes. 39:00 The Leafs have been eliminated in the first round again and Mitch Marner should definitely get traded (to the Kraken). 48:39 Rick Bowness has retired from coaching after 8 billion years. We wish him well. 53:59 The crew discusses whether Vegas's LTIR strategy backfired on them in the postseason. 58:21 Alex relays her quick thoughts on the remaining teams that have now been eliminated from the playoffs. Neutral Zone Hotel is a production of the Neutral Zone Hotel Team You can find more information at https://neutralzonehotel.com Logo design by Emily Mowbray You can follow us on social media if you're so inclined:  Instagram: @neutralzonehotel  Bluesky: @neutralzonehotel.bsky.social YouTube: @NeutralZoneHotel

3 MAG 2024 · 0:00 Trevor welcomes Benjamin and SJ for their shift at the Neutral Zone Hotel 3:29 This week, all of the NHL head coaches named David were fired.  18:53 The crew talks about the likelihood of Sheldon Keefe being fired even though his name is not David.  21:21 The crew discusses hockey broadcasts moving from cable packages to streaming.  32:51 The PWHL season is almost over. The crew discusses playoff clinching scenarios, ticket prices, and awards.  45:18 The crew recaps the first half the first round of the NHL playoffs.  Neutral Zone Hotel is a production of the Neutral Zone Hotel Team You can find more information at https://neutralzonehotel.com Logo design by Emily Mowbray You can follow us on social media if you're so inclined:  Instagram: @neutralzonehotel  Bluesky: @neutralzonehotel.bsky.social If you want to talk hockey with us, join our Discord server at https://neutralzonehotel.com/discord

26 APR 2024 · 0:00 SJ welcomes Benjamin to the Neutral Zone Hotel this week. 1:19 The crew reflects on the recent increase in interest in not only the PWHL, but in womens' sports generally and what that means for all of the leagues in the future.  15:46 The crew talks PWHL playoff clinching scenarios. 19:16 The crew discusses the Buffalo Sabres hiring former head coach Lindy Ruff to replace Don Granato and Benjamin recounts the history of Lindy Ruff in Buffalo. SPOILER WARNING: Benjamin spoils the ending of Old Yeller.  29:44 The crew discusses what they have found interesting in the playoffs so far.  Neutral Zone Hotel is a production of the Neutral Zone Hotel Team You can find more information at https://neutralzonehotel.com Logo design by Emily Mowbray You can follow us on social media if you're so inclined:  Instagram: @neutralzonehotel  Bluesky: @neutralzonehotel.bsky.social If you want to talk hockey with us, join our Discord server at https://neutralzonehotel.com/discord

19 APR 2024 · 0:00 Alex welcomes John, Trevor and SJ to the Neutral Zone Hotel. 2:47 The crew discusses the final games of the Women's World Championships. 13:34 The Arizona Coyotes are moving to Utah. Sort of. The players, coaches, and front office staff are going and the name, IP, and AHL affiliate are staying in Arizona. Coyotes owner Alex Meruelo has five years to build an arena in Arizona and pay back the purchase price to reinstate the Coyotes. 15:43 Since Meruelo is retaining the Coyotes name, the team in Utah is going to need a name. The crew reads listener suggestions for a name and shares their own ideas. 35:06 The crew talks about what's next for the Utah Placeholders. 42:27 Finally, the crew gives its thoughts on how likely it is that Meruelo can meet the NHL's conditions.  50:58 The NHL Coaching Carousel is open for business. Joel Quenneville has started making the rounds again trying to launder his reputation enough that he can get another coaching job just as there is an opening in Buffalo. 1:01:32 It's NHL Awards Time! The crew hands out the major awards. Neutral Zone Hotel is a production of the Neutral Zone Hotel Team You can find more information at https://neutralzonehotel.com Logo design by Emily Mowbray You can follow us on social media if you're so inclined:  Instagram: @neutralzonehotel  Bluesky: @neutralzonehotel.bsky.social If you want to talk hockey with us, join our Discord server at https://neutralzonehotel.com/discord Recording of Also Sprach Zarathustra conducted by Philip Milman, https://pmmusic.pro/downloads/ CC-BY 3.0 https://creativecommons.org/licenses/by/3.0/

12 APR 2024 · 0:00 Alex welcomes Benjamin and SJ to the Neutral Zone Hotel. 1:13 Benjamin and John went to Utica last weekend to watch four games of the Womens' World Championships. Benjamin survived to tell the tale of his experience attending the Women's World Championships last weekend. (I did not survive, R.I.P. me) 16:28 PWHL updates: The crew talks about the teams starting to announce pride nights, Ottawa has sent out its season ticket renewals, and a little bit about the arena situation for a few teams. 29:21 The crew discusses Landon DuPont, who is only the second player ever to be granted exceptional status in the WHL. 40:18 The crew discusses the Eastern Conference wild card race. Neutral Zone Hotel is a production of the Neutral Zone Hotel Team You can find more information at https://neutralzonehotel.com Logo design by Emily Mowbray You can follow us on social media if you're so inclined:  Instagram: @neutralzonehotel  Bluesky: @neutralzonehotel.bsky.social If you want to talk hockey with us, join our Discord server at https://neutralzonehotel.com/discord

5 APR 2024 · 0:00 Benjamin welcomes SJ and Trevor to the Neutral Zone Hotel 4:17 The ECHL's Newfoundland Growlers has been forced to fold, a week before the end of the season.  16:31 Ivan Fedotov was released by his KHL team and has finally joined the Philadelphia Flyers. 28:09 Trevor gives a quick update on the Vancouver Canucks and SJ gives an update on the Seattle Kraken. 43:45 SJ has watched every NHL team broadcast this season and gives their top and bottom 4.. Neutral Zone Hotel is a production of the Neutral Zone Hotel Team You can find more information at https://neutralzonehotel.com Logo design by Emily Mowbray You can follow us on social media if you're so inclined:  Instagram: @neutralzonehotel  Bluesky: @neutralzonehotel.bsky.social If you want to talk hockey with us, join our Discord server at https://neutralzonehotel.com/discord

29 MAR 2024 · 0:00 Trevor welcomes Alex and Benjamin to the Neutral Zone Hotel. 1:35 Benjamin discusses the current state of the Montreal Canadiens. 3:48 Alex discusses the current state of the Pittsburgh Penguins. 7:10 A truckload of Jaromír Jágr bobbleheads was stolen. The crew is on the case. 11:43 Sam Reinhart and Zach Hyman have each scored 50 goals for the first time in their careers, and they scored the 50th on the same day.  18:49 Tom Wilson has been suspended. Again.  29:36 He Gets Us is a Penguins sponsor this season and the crew has thoughts. 34:18 PWHL New York is going to stop playing games in Bridgeport because it's not working.  40:11 An update on the PWHL standings.  49:37 It's game time! Trevor leads a round of McCannections. Neutral Zone Hotel is a production of the Neutral Zone Hotel Team You can find more information at https://neutralzonehotel.com Logo design by Emily Mowbray You can follow us on social media if you're so inclined:  Instagram: @neutralzonehotel  Bluesky: @neutralzonehotel.bsky.social If you want to talk hockey with us, join our Discord server at https://neutralzonehotel.com/discord

22 MAR 2024 · It was a big week for the PWHL and the crew has a lot of thoughts about it. They then pivot to a more depressing, but necessary discussion of NHL enforcers, CTE, and death. SJ welcomes Trevor and Benjamin to the Neutral Zone Hotel. 2:29  PWHL Takeover Weekend was a smashing success in Detroit and Pittsburgh. Benjamin talks about attending the game in Pittsburgh and also shares some bar stories from the trip.     16:22  The first ever PWHL Trade Deadline has passed. The crew breaks down the two trades that occurred.    28:44  Trevor gives us a rundown on what the newly announced PWHL hockey cards could look like when they finally debut.    37:10  The recent tragic death of former NHL enforcer Chris Simon leads the crew to tackle the heavy topic of CTE and early death among former NHL players. Content warning on this segment for discussion of suicide, mental health issues, and substance addiction. If you are currently in crisis, call 988 in the United States or Canada for help.    56:27  The crew ends with a very quick roundup of a few other news items that surfaced in the NHL this week from GM meetings to Arizona land auctions. Neutral Zone Hotel is a production of the Neutral Zone Hotel Team You can find more information at https://neutralzonehotel.com Logo design by Emily Mowbray You can follow us on social media if you're so inclined:  Instagram: @neutralzonehotel  Bluesky: @neutralzonehotel.bsky.social

15 MAR 2024 · This week, the crew recaps the trade deadline.  0:00 Trevor welcomes Benjamin and Alex to the Neutral Zone Hotel.  1:31 The crew summarizes the NHL trade deadline:  2:27 Vegas Golden Knights and San Jose Sharks 27:34 New Jersey Devils 35:58 Colorado Avalanche 41:37 Carolina Hurricanes and Pittsburgh Penguins 55:51 Quick Hits 1:03:11 In non-trade deadline news, New York Rangers forward Matt Rempe was suspended four games for elbowing.  1:06:29 Benjamin gives two quick PWHL updates. Neutral Zone Hotel is a production of the Neutral Zone Hotel Team You can find more information at https://neutralzonehotel.com Logo design by Emily Mowbray You can follow us on social media if you're so inclined:  Instagram: @neutralzonehotel  Bluesky: @neutralzonehotel.bsky.social If you want to talk hockey with us, join our Discord server at https://neutralzonehotel.com/discord

7 MAR 2024 · This week, the crew looks forward to the trade deadline, with discussions of a few of the early deals. Also, the Devils fire Lindy Ruff, a rare Connor Bedard rookie card, and a Willy Wonka hot take. 0:00 Alex welcomes Benjamin, SJ, and Trevor to the Neutral Zone Hotel for their shift. 2:48 The Devils have finally fired head coach Lindy Ruff. Benjamin blames Devils management for their problems this year. 17:30 The Leafs traded for Ilya Lyubushkin and the crew is skeptical. 21:53 The Dallas Stars trade for Chris Tanev. The crew is mostly positive on the trade. 29:13 The Vegas Golden Knights traded for Anthony Mantha. 35:28 The Pittsburgh Penguins are in sell mode. Or at least they should be. 49:45 The crew discusses what else they expect before the trade deadline. 51:29 Trevor leads a discussion on the release of a limited edition Connor Bedard rookie card, one of one. Somehow this led to a discussion of Willy Wonka. Neutral Zone Hotel is a production of the Neutral Zone Hotel Team You can find more information at https://neutralzonehotel.com Logo design by Emily Mowbray You can follow us on social media if you're so inclined: Instagram: @neutralzonehotel Bluesky: @neutralzonehotel.bsky.social If you want to talk hockey with us, join our Discord server at https://neutralzonehotel.com/discord