The Staff & Graph Podcast

On this episode of the Staff and Graph Podcast, Rachel and Ian dive deep into why zone entries are important to offensive and team success, who's good at them, when to dump the puck in, why shots off the rush are more dangerous than the cycle, how to defend the rush, and who's good at it (some surprises!). On the Kovalev Shift, they discuss whether you should set up or get a chance from a PP entry. Finally, in the top 3, they dive into their favorite Bands & Exercises to do at home - including a progressive overload explanation.

On this episode of The Staff and Graph Podcast, Rachel and Ian debate who their top 3 would be for each NHL award and why they probably differ from how the voters see things. They discuss why having 2 stars on the team makes it easier to succeed, as well as Hellebuyck and Panarin's value to their teams. Finally, in the top three, they give their top Easter foods, and drunk foods.

On this episode of the Staff and Graph Podcast, Rachel and Ian are joined by the Athletic's Harman Dayal to discuss everything Canucks, Markstrom's value, Quinn Hughes, and how to include tracking data into stories. On the Kovalev Shift: The Canucks drafting success and Judd Brackett. Finally, in the Top 3: Canucks stories heading into next year & current TV shows.

On this episode of The Staff and Graph Podcast, Rachel and Ian break down the swarm forecheck, how Vegas does it so effectively, why the tactic is effective, and discuss why it is hockey's version of the Gegenpress in soccer - with a special focus on Liverpool. On the Kovalev Shift they they hit the ice to discuss Powerplay Drop Passes. Finally, in the Top 3, they break down their 3 favourite board games and NHL teams to watch (past/present).

On this episode of The Staff and Graph Podcast, Rachel and Ian discuss the differences between playing at even strength and special teams, how tactics change and disagree on whether it's philosophically different. As well as what players are better at 5v5, but not useful on the PP and vice versa. On the Kovalev Shift Rachel goes off about Devils owner Josh Harris' decision to cut employee salaries. Finally, in the top three, they discuss their favourite soccer/basketball players and video games.  

On this episode of The Staff and Graph Podcast, Rachel and Ian discuss the merits of creating offence from behind the net, touch on Ryan Stimson's work, why it is harder to defend, what players are best at it, and what teams have used it with effectiveness. On the Kovalev Shift, they discuss if the NHL comes back, what impact will the break have on game quality? Finally, on a new Segment called Top-3, they discuss, the Top-3 ML Socks to buy, series to binge watch, and quarantine snacks.

On this episode of the Staff and Graph Podcast, Ian asks Rachel a bunch of questions about COVID19. Rachel took the liberty of asking her professor who specializes in diseases about this virus and is here to pass on the information. Everything from what it is, how it spreads, how to socially distance, the impact on pro sports, and teams helping employees. On the Kovalev Shift, they discuss the danger of misinformation. And in the Mailbag, we've got a steering wheel update!! & some exciting news on the future of the podcast!

This week on The Staff and Graph Podcast, Rachel and Ian break down how the team who did the most at the deadline are doing since (CAR, TB, FLA, EDM), the cost of acquiring players and if they're worth it, and trades that confused them. On the Kovalev Shift, are the Flyers for real? In the mailbag they address, substance abuse impact on performance and how should star players avoid injuries?

On this episode of The Staff and Graph Podcast, Rachel and Ian break down all the trades that happened in the past week including Zucker, Coleman, Toffoli, all the D, and Rachel's live reaction to the Kase trade. On the Kovalev shift, they talk about what teams need to do more at the deadline. Then, in the mailbag, they talk about analytics at school, the Canucks, and make fun of each other's life situations.   Sorry for the iffy audio this week

  On this episode of The Staff and Graph Podcast, Rachel and Ian are under the weather and discuss playing hurt vs. injured, their own injury stories, indicators of an injury, and when to play vs. not play. On the Kovalev Shift Rachel recaps the CBJHAC. Finally, in the mailbag they discuss communicating effectively, using analytics in arbitration, and give an update on Rachel's steering wheel.  

On this episode of The Staff and Graph Podcast, Rachel and Ian discuss how teams prep for the trade deadline behind the scenes, sellers/buyers, where players would fit, and Rachel's car gettting broken into. On the Kovalev Shift, they discuss an all forward PP. In the Mailbag, they discuss building Seattle, using stat to evaluate players, and replacing stats on broadcasts.

On this episode of The Staff and Graph Podcast, Rachel and Ian discuss the intricacies of internal data vs. external data, how player tracking can be used and presented to NHL front offices and fans, the disconnect between eye test and data truthers and the opportunity the NHL has. On the Kovalev Shift they discuss #BellLetsTalk day and mental health. Finally, on the mailbag they address the Kobe Bryant passing, winning without complete eliteness, and seeing xG on TV.

  On this episode of The Staff and Graph Podcast, Rachel and Ian define different types of biases and their relation to hockey. Ian discusses his in relation to report cards, while Rachel touches on hers from her time in the NHL, and how to marry eye test with numbers.  On the Kovalev Shift they discuss how to measure a defensive defenceman. This weeks Mailbag: why hockey fans are offended by analytics, being a coach/GM at the same time, internal vs. public analytics

On this episode of The Staff And Graph Podcast, Rachel and Ian discuss the biggest surprises of the NHL season, the New Jersey Devils direction and share thoughts on the Kassian/Tkachuk incident during the Kovalev Shift. An extended mailbag covered Panarin, assessing goalies, and Ian's sleep schedule.

On this episode of The Staff and Graph Podcast, Rachel and Ian discuss the Hunters, the World Juniors, proper sample sizes in scouting and advanced metrics in the NHL. On the Kovalev Shift, they discuss how stats help identify late developers in the draft.