The Chicago Blackhawks Hockey Rinkcast

The-Rink.com host Jeff “Gatekeeper” Osborn rolls solo for this micro episode with John under the weather.  He is joined, though, by newest The-Rink.com writer Tyler Majewski and friend of the site, from the metal band Demon Hunter, master axe man/Blackhawks fanatic Patrick Judge. We learn about just WHO Tyler is, and his background Jeff, Tyler and Patrick discuss some of the recent Blackhawks fortunes We tease another episode coming this weekend with guitarist and also Blackhawks fanatic Mark Holcomb from the metal band Periphery Despite what San Bowman and the meatballs want, what do we THINK the Blackhawks should do? Please subscribe, rate this episode, and even write us a review. Reviews will be read on the air.Also, Please help spread the word to more #RinkRats and visit our sponsor www.PUCKHCKY.com. Use the discount code “THERINK” for 10% off all orders.

The-Rink.com co-hosts Jeff “Gatekeeper” Osborn and John “Double J” Jaeckel are joined by NHLPA player agent, Advisor and Partner at ACME World Sports, Peter Rutili.  We return from the bye week to jump right back into Blackhawks hockey. Jeff and John talk about these dismal last two Blackhawks games, including 4-0 and 7-3 losses Is Corey Crawford really Peter Quill, aka Star-lord, and off fighting enemies of humanity? Gustav Forsling gets demoted to Rockford just before recording begins. Artem Anisimov will play vs the Lightning. Pete gives us some great insight on the agent side of things and what players need to take into account. We talk about ACME clients Vince Hinostroza, Jordan Oesterle, Tanner Kero and future Blackhawk Henri Jokiharju Jeff and John give a comprehensive lowdown on what we have coming this week, and in the near future. Please subscribe, rate this episode, and even write us a review. Reviews will be read on the air.Also, Please help spread the word to more #RinkRats and visit our sponsor www.PUCKHCKY.com. Use the discount code “THERINK” for 10% off all orders.

The-Rink.com co-hosts Jeff “Gatekeeper” Osborn and John “Double J” Jaeckel are joined by author, occasional Colorado Avalanche emergency backup goalie, and head honcho over at The Goalie Guild, Justin Goldman for this knowledge packed episode While Justin navigated terrible traffic, the hockey Statler and Waldorf discuss the previous four Blackhawks games where they were bipolar The Hayden, Franson, Jurco and Gustafsson moves Justin jumps in and gives us the low down on The Goalie Guild and what they are doing to help young goalies develop We talk at length about Blackhawks goalies Jeff Glass, Anton Forsberg, Collin Delia and former Hawk #LemontNativeScottDaring while John massaged his bunions Gate and Justin geek over European Heavy Metal while John probably (definitely) napped Gate and John discuss the Anthony Duclair for Richard Panik trade. We ran long and didn’t’ get to question but we promise to follow-up. Please subscribe, rate this episode, and even write us a review. Reviews will be read on the air.Also, Please help spread the word to more #RinkRats and visit our sponsor www.PUCKHCKY.com. Use the discount code “THERINK” for 10% off all orders.

The-Rink.com co-hosts Jeff “Gatekeeper” Osborn and John “Double J” Jaeckel are joined by Lead Blackhawks writer at The Athletic Chicago Scott Powers. We chat about the end of the year for the Blackhawks, and what 2018 needs to bringThis episode brought to you by https://PUCKHCKY.com The harsh reality of the Jeff Glass saga In depth analysis of the defense and forwards. Some possible trade options, and when they may happen Scott gives us the low down on Blackhawks prospects in the World Junior Championships Update on the Artem Anisimov injury. More great listener questions Please subscribe, rate this episode, and even write us a review. Reviews will be read on the air.Also, Please help spread the word to more #RinkRats and visit our sponsor www.PUCKHCKY.com. Use the discount code “THERINK” for 10% off all orders.-Do us a favor and head over to check out “Have a Skate with Bob” to help fight pancreatic cancer: https://www.firstgiving.com/skatewithbob -Our friend’s son, Jack, was recently diagnosed with Hydronephrosis which basically caused his kidneys to all but shut down. Jack’s parents have been quietly dealing with this for the past month as he has been in and out of the hospital. The current prognosis is that Jack will need dialysis 3 times a week for the indefinite future in hopes that his kidneys recover or he will need a kidney transplant. There is a gofundme page set up to help Jack’s family absorb some of costs that will only continue to grow. Click here to donate

The-Rink.com co-hosts Jeff “Gatekeeper” Osborn and John “Double J” Jaeckel are joined by Blackhawks super fan and guitarist for the band Demon Hunter, Patrick Judge. They discuss what it’s like to live in Nashville as a Hawks fan, and wrap up a disappointing week in Blackhawks land.This episode brought to you by https://PUCKHCKY.com The crossover of hard rock/metal and hockey. Corey Crawford goes on IR and David Kampf is recalled, as well As promising as last week was, this week went right in the toilet Cody Franson and Jan Rutta should be back soon, or they keep saying so This team is the definition of Jekyll and Hyde. The Blackhawks will face the Canucks on Thursday, Oilers on Friday and Flames on New Years Eve Patrick Sharp, Richard Panik, Vinnie Hinostroza carousel. More great listener questions An oldie but a goodie mentioned late on the podcast:Please subscribe, rate this episode, and even write us a review. Reviews will be read on the air.Also, Please help spread the word to more #RinkRats and visit our sponsor www.PUCKHCKY.com. Use the discount code “THERINK” for 10% off all orders and listen to the all new The-Rink.com PUCKHCKY commercial in this episode-Do us a favor and head over to check out “Have a Skate with Bob” to help fight pancreatic cancer: https://www.firstgiving.com/skatewithbob

The-Rink.com co-hosts Jeff “Gatekeeper” Osborn and John “Double J” Jaeckel take you into the Christmas weekend after the Blackhawks took 4 points from division rivals.This episode brought to you by https://PUCKHCKY.com Two straight division wins look a lot more promising. Cody Franson and Jan Rutta are close to returning, but their replacements have played very well. The team is trending upwards, but let’s all be practical The Blackhawks will face the Stars and then the Devils on Saturday Patrick Kane named the NHL first star of the week The power play woes continue despite the eye test looking better Some new site features launch NOW! More great listener questions, including a fantasy trade proposal Please subscribe, rate this episode, and even write us a review. Reviews will be read on the air.Also, Please help spread the word to more #RinkRats and visit our sponsor www.PUCKHCKY.com. Use the discount code “THERINK” for 10% off all orders and listen to the all new The-Rink.com PUCKHCKY commercial in this episode-Do us a favor and head over to check out “Have a Skate with Bob” to help fight pancreatic cancer: https://www.firstgiving.com/skatewithbob -Our friend’s son, Jack, was recently diagnosed with Hydronephrosis which basically caused his kidneys to all but shut down. Jack’s parents have been quietly dealing with this for the past month as he has been in and out of the hospital.  The current prognosis is that Jack will need dialysis 3 times a week for the indefinite future in hopes that his kidneys recover or he will need a kidney transplant. There is a gofundme page set up to help Jack’s family absorb some of costs that will only continue to grow. Click here to donate

The-Rink.com co-hosts Jeff “Gatekeeper” Osborn and John “Double J” Jaeckel are still pretty fired up about this Blackhawks team, and aren’t buying into the McDonough hype. This episode brought to you by https://PUCKHCKY.com Three straight wins means all is fixed, right? Cody Franson and Jan Rutta are hurt Ville Pokka will make his Blackhawks debut, possibly The Blackhawks will play 6 of 7 on the road to finish the year Talk about Ottawa’s available players takes us down the rabbit hole The power play woes continue Some new site contributors Stay tuned for new site features More great listener questions Please subscribe, rate this episode, and even write us a review. Reviews will be read on the air. Also, Please help spread the word to more #RinkRats and visit our sponsor www.PUCKHCKY.com. Use the discount code “THERINK” for 10% off all orders. Our friend’s son, Jack, was recently diagnosed with Hydronephrosis which basically caused his kidneys to all but shut down. Jack’s parents have been quietly dealing with this for the past month as he has been in and out of the hospital. The current prognosis is that Jack will need dialysis 3 times a week for the indefinite future in hopes that his kidneys recover or he will need a kidney transplant. There is a gofundme page set up to help Jack’s family absorb some of costs that will only continue to grow. Click here to donate

The-Rink.com co-hosts Jeff “Gatekeeper” Osborn and John “Double J” Jaeckel are eventually joined by staff writer Aaron Goldschmidt and they are all fired up about this latest Blackhawks slump. This episode brought to you by https://PUCKHCKY.com What is going on with this team? Five game losing streak, but two sure wins coming up, right? What is up with these lines? Can Stan Bowman swallow his pride? Lord Vinnie should be arriving in time to fix everything If that doesn’t work, it’ll all turn around when Dylan Sikura arrives. The defense isn’t actually that bad Aaron jumps in late gives us an update on Hawks prospects. More great listener questions Please subscribe, rate this episode, and even write us a review. Reviews will be read on the air. Also, Please help spread the word to more #RinkRats and visit our sponsor www.PUCKHCKY.com. Use the discount code “THERINK” for 10% off all orders. Our friend’s son, Jack, was recently diagnosed with Hydronphrosis which basically caused his kidneys to all but shut down. Jack’s parents have been quietly dealing with this for the past month as he has been in and out of the hospital. The current prognosis is that Jack will need dialysis 3 times a week for the indefinite future in hopes that his kidneys recover or he will need a kidney transplant. There is a gofundme page set up to help Tony and his family absorb some of costs that will only continue to grow. Click here to donate

The-Rink.com host Jeff “Gatekeeper” Osborn goes solo with a bonus episode featuring an interview with staff writers Mario Tirabassi and Aaron Goldschmidt to talk about the Icehogs loss to the Chicago Wolves on 11/25 at the Allstate area. Later, we bring over the interview recorded on 10/17/17 at Puckin Hostile where Gate and John Jaeckel talk to Craig Custance from the Detroit chapter of The Athletic about his book, “Behind the Bench: Inside the Minds of Hockey’s Greatest Coaches”. Gate also speaks a little on the breaking news of Corey Crawford being put on IR Please subscribe, rate this episode, and even write us a review.  Reviews will be read on the air. Also, Please help spread the word to more #RinkRats and visit our sponsor www.PUCKHCKY.com. Use the discount code “THERINK” for 10% off all orders.

The-Rink.com co-hosts Jeff “Gatekeeper” Osborn and John “Double J” Jaeckel are joined by host of the 312 podcast, Matt “ZO” Zawaski, and Sports Mockery senior Blackhawks writer Marc-Louis Paprzyca, brought to you by https://PUCKHCKY.com Hooray, the Blackhawks are fixed, or are they? The Blackhawks will play in yet another outdoor game, but they aren’t the only familiar teams playing in an outdoor game. El Gato has broken out What about Vinnie? A little Icehogs and Indy Fuel talk After losing to the Devils, the Blackhawks beat the Rangers and Penguins A new listener review More great listener questions Please subscribe, rate this episode, and even write us a review.  Reviews will be read on the air. Also, Please help spread the word to more #RinkRats and visit our sponsor www.PUCKHCKY.com. Use the discount code “THERINK” for 10% off all orders.

The-Rink.com co-hosts Jeff “Gatekeeper” Osborn and John “Double J” Jaeckel are joined by The-Rink.com feature writer Bob Rose Jr. to take you through this week in Chicago Blackhawks hockey and his expert insight, brought to you by https://PUCKHCKY.com They take us through: Rare “in-game” podcast as the Blackhawks play the Devils Bob lends his expert eye on players, and skills Blackhawks come back and win in Carolina Let’s not forget the bad loss in Philly, though. Finally, the Blackhawks blow a gasket and lose 7-5 to the Devils at home Some Demon Hunter love A new review Listener questions Please subscribe, and rate this episode for us.  Maybe help spread the word, too.

The-Rink.com co-hosts Jeff “Gatekeeper” Osborn and John “Double J” Jaeckel are joined by The-Rink.com Rockford Icehogs expert Mario Tirabassi to take you through this week in Chicago Blackhawks and Rockford Icehogs hockey, brought to you by https://PUCKHCKY.com They take us through: What is wrong with the Blackhawks offense? The Blackhawks only seem to win when Corey Crawford gets a shutout Extensive talk about what has been up in Rockford with the Icehogs, and a little Indy Fuel talk The-Rink.com merch line? A little update on the previously reported Naperville/Chicago Steel project. Listener questions Please subscribe, and rate this episode for us.  Maybe spread the word, too.

New The-Rink.com co-hosts Jeff “Gatekeeper” Osborn and John “Double J” Jaeckel take you through this week in Chicago Blackhawks hockey, with this inaugural Hockey Rinkcast, brought to you by https://PUCKHCKY.com They take us through: What is this new venture, and why should everyone be excited? Two losses, and 0/11 on the power play last week The new Blackhawks lines If there are any trades available Who might be struggling who might not be struggling. Is Joel Quenneville on the hot seat? Perception vs reality Some news in the Western Suburbs involving a Chicago hockey team Please subscribe, and rate this episode for us.  Maybe spread the word, too.