Boulton from Boulton

Ep. 34: Yes, the North still sucked

The boys have some stuff pent up over two series they have to get off their chest. Topics include:-The vindication of the North Division?-Habs "impossible" run (sans Drouin!)-Stanley Cup final picks and matchup talk-Carey Cup or Stammer Cup as a contributor?-Is Canada hoping for the Habs? Why?-Kucherov & Tampa cap thing...still-Kucherov & "embellishment"-Lots more, of courseWatch on YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=1iABuhOMIR4 This is a public episode. If you would like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit matthewboulton.substack.com

Ep. 33: Drama, dubious calls, and disappointment & doubt in Pitt and Oil Country all in Round 1

The boys discuss their disillusionment and frustration at some first-round upsets, and Josh wishes bad karma on the schedule maker. They also discuss the problems with the lack of clear principles in determining what is and is not goaltender interference.Topics include:-local boy Luke Henman first Kraken signing-Tavares injury-goaltender interference-second round starting before first is over (Josh is losin' it!)-Penguins first-round and future-Oilers gotta give us something to like-always much moreWatch on YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=dSiof3FKiiM This is a public episode. If you would like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit matthewboulton.substack.com

Ep. 32: Wayne Simmonds Conn Smythe? 2021 playoff first-round picks & more

Is this the Leafs year? NHL.com writer William Douglas thinks so. He also thinks Wayne Simmonds will be the MVP if they do. See what Josh & Matt think of that, as well as all their other first-round picks. See Josh's full playoff predictions at Tough Call YouTube channel: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=rVJooBXRnIs&t=2sWatch on YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=pHWmLCLBRsc This is a public episode. If you would like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit matthewboulton.substack.com

Ep. 31: McDavid 100 points is real, 3 points for a W?, North Division, etc.

The boys get together after some time off to deliver some banter on:-The current circumstances that make McDavid reaching 100 points a good bet-The relative strength of the North Division compared to the rest of the league-Why, if anyone is catch Montreal for fourth spot, it's Vancouver-Should we allow ties like the old days? What about 3 points for a win?-The Hart race...for runner up-Power on power? Is having big lines playing against each other a winning strategy?-Loads moreWatch on YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=nbtuLgF67Nk This is a public episode. If you would like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit matthewboulton.substack.com

Ep. 30: Hot take on Tim Peel hot mic: Refs are supposed to make up blown calls

The boys weigh in on the broader discussion about a referee’s job and the contextual aspects of the scenarios they must judge in light of the Tim Peel “hot mic” incident. Look for answers you haven’t heard from any commentators yet. Other topics include:-What does Eric Staal waiving his “ten teams no-trade” list say about the Sabres?-A little perspective on Crosby 1300-Darryl Sutter on Johnny Gaudreau 500 gamesWatch on YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=AGnR-Eu0hy8 This is a public episode. If you would like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit matthewboulton.substack.com