Overtime Hockey Talk

Top 25 NHL Right Wingers Heading into the 2025-26 Season

Chapters   Chapter 1: The Honourable Mentions (00:00) Mark and Justin set the stage for their final positional ranking, acknowledging it was a difficult list to create. They kick things off by discussing the players who just missed the cut for their top 25. Justin's "Just Missed" List: Claude Giroux, Brock Boeser (too inconsistent), and Bryan Rust. Mark's "Just Missed" List: Patrick Kane (ranked #26), Matthew Coronato, Conor Garland, and Timo Meier.   Chapter 2: Kicking Off the Countdown: #25-22 (04:08) The countdown officially begins. The hosts reveal the first four names on their respective lists, featuring a mix of consistent veterans and promising young talent. Justin's Picks: #25 Troy Terry, #24 Drake Batherson, #23 Patrick Kane, #22 Gabe Vilardi. Mark's Picks: #25 Bryan Rust, #24 Alex Tuch, #23 Ricard Raquel, #22 Drake Batherson.   Chapter 3: Climbing the Ranks: #21-18 (11:37)   The first major disagreement of the episode emerges as the guys debate the true ranking of a Columbus Blue Jackets sniper. The Kirill Marchenko Debate: Justin has Marchenko at #21, expressing hesitation due to his one breakout year. Mark has him much higher at #13, citing his elite even-strength goal-scoring and consistent improvement. Justin's Other Picks: #20 Seth Jarvis, #19 Alex Tuch, #18 Martin Necas. Mark's Other Picks: #21 Valeri Nichushkin, #20 Andrei Svechnikov, #19 Seth Jarvis, #18 Martin Necas.   Chapter 4: The Middle of the Pack: #17-15 (22:01)   Mark and Justin find common ground in the mid-tier, agreeing on three players in the exact same order, including a dynamic duo from the Utah Mammoth. #17 Travis Konecny: The hosts agree on his ranking, praising his two-way game and role in Philadelphia. The Utah Duo: Both Mark and Justin have #16 Dylan Guenther and #15 JJ Peterka, discussing how their defensive development will be key to Utah's playoff hopes.   Chapter 5: High Ceilings & Top-10 Potential: #14-12 (28:19)   The debates heat up as the hosts discuss players on the cusp of the top 10, including a Canadiens star with 50-goal potential and a uniquely physical Capitals forward. Jordan Kyrou: Justin places him at #12, while Mark has him at #14. The Cole Caufield Debate: Justin is hesitant, placing him at #13. Mark has him in his top 10, seeing him as a future 50-goal scorer. Other players discussed: Tom Wilson (Justin #14) and Adrian Kempe (Mark #12).   Chapter 6: Cracking the Top 10: #11-9 (34:33)   The lists diverge significantly as the hosts make their cases for who belongs in the elite top 10. Mark Stone: Justin has the Vegas captain at #11 due to injuries. Mark places him higher at #8, calling him a "contender-making" player even if he only plays 55 games. Tom Wilson: Mark makes a passionate case for Wilson in his top 10 at #9 due to his one-of-a-kind impact. Lucas Raymond: In a surprise pick, Justin places the Red Wings forward at #9, projecting a near 100-point season and praising his defensive growth.   Chapter 7: The Elite Tier: #8-4 (41:26)   The hosts discuss the same group of elite players but shuffle the order based on playoff performance versus regular-season dominance. William Nylander: Both agree on him at #7. The Marner vs. Rantanen vs. Reinhart Debate: Mark's Order: #6 Mitch Marner, #5 Sam Reinhart, #4 Mikko Rantanen. He knocks Marner for his playoff struggles. Justin's Order: #6 Sam Reinhart, #5 Mikko Rantanen, #4 Mitch Marner. He argues Marner's elite two-way game places him higher.   Chapter 8: The Unquestionable Top 3 & Final Thoughts (50:15)   Mark and Justin align perfectly for the pinnacle of the right winger position, crowning the undisputed king and wrapping up the series. #3: David Pastrnak #2: Matthew Tkachuk #1: Nikita Kucherov

2025-26 Ranking the NHL's Top 25 Left Wingers

In this episode of Overtime Hockey Talk, we dive into our much-anticipated list of the top 25 left wingers for the upcoming NHL season. We discuss our criteria for player rankings, the challenges of positional designations, and how recent performances and potential future impacts have influenced our choices. Key players like Clayton Keller, Alexander Ovechkin, Jason Robertson, and Kirill Kaprizov are analyzed in-depth, with arguments for their rankings in our lists. Join us for a thorough breakdown of elite talent and hockey insights. 01:51 Ranking the Top 25 Left Wingers 02:14 Challenges in Player Positioning 03:02 Sources and Methodology for Rankings 05:28 Just Missed the List 06:56 Top 25 Left Wingers: 25-21 16:19 Top 25 Left Wingers: 20-17 23:31 Top 25 Left Wingers: 16-13 32:39 Top 25 Left Wingers: 12-11 34:02 Ovechkin's Ranking Controversy 34:25 Washington's Season and Ovechkin's Future 35:41 Brandon Hagel's Unique Position 39:55 Philip Forsberg and Nashville's Prospects 41:08 Matt Boldy's Potential 44:01 Brady Tkachuk's Intangibles 45:02 Top 10 Left Wingers: Robertson and Hagel 48:57 Top 5 Left Wingers: Gensel and Keller 55:54 Top 3 Left Wingers: Connor, Panarin, and Kaprizov 01:03:38 Concluding Thoughts and Future Episodes

2025-26 Ranking the NHL's Top 25 Centers

In this episode of Overtime Hockey Talk, we dive into our ranking of the top 25 centers in the NHL. We recap our recent lists of top goalies and defenders, and then debate the criteria for ranking centers, considering positions and fantasy value. We discuss notable players who just missed the cut, including Robert Thomas and Mika Zibanejad, and then count down our top 25 centers. Discussions include analysis of Sidney Crosby’s potential trade value, Auston Matthews' health concerns, and the breakout potential of Connor Bedard and Jack Hughes. We also preview our upcoming episodes focusing on right and left wingers. Follow us on X! @OTHockeyTalk 00:00 Introduction and Overview 00:54 Criteria for Ranking Centers 05:16 Just Missed the List 07:09 Top 25 Centers: 25 to 21 13:57 Top 25 Centers: 20 to 16 19:31 Top 25 Centers: 15 to 11 27:14 Top 10 Centers: Mark Scheifele and Connor Bedard 30:17 Jack Hughes and Injury Concerns 31:10 Braden Point and Tampa Bay's Prospects 32:59 Austin Matthews: Talent and Health Issues 35:41 Jack Eichel's Potential Breakout 37:28 Sidney Crosby's Future and Trade Speculations 39:41 Top 4 Centers: Barkov, Draisaitl, McKinnon, and McDavid 47:48 Upcoming Episodes: Wingers and Team Breakdowns

Top 25 NHL Defensemen for the 2025-2026 Season

We discuss their top 25 NHL defensemen for the upcoming 2025-2026 season. The episode dives into various criteria for ranking, including fantasy value, team talent, and overall skill. We examine players like Chris Tanev, Lane Hudson, and Thomas Harley, debating their placement based on past performance and future potential. The episode concludes with the top 10 defensemen, highlighting notable names such as Adam Fox, Victor Hedman, and Rasmus Dahlin. 01:45 Criteria for Ranking Defensemen 05:17 Honorable Mentions and Just Missed 11:01 Young Guns in the Top 25 15:58 Mid-Tier Defensemen Rankings 18:20 Top 20 Defensemen and Beyond 31:02 Shea Theodore's Rise 34:15 Thomas Harley's Potential 39:42 Top 10 Defensemen 48:22 Rasmus Dahlin's High Ranking 56:24 Final Thoughts and Wrap-Up

Ranking Top 20 NHL Goalies for 2025-26 NHL Season

Ranking NHL Goalies: Top 20 Breakdown We dive into their offseason rankings of the top 20 goaltenders in the NHL. We review past rankings from 2019 and discuss the significant shifts in their evaluations. We share our methods for determining their rankings, considering factors like team defense changes, individual performance, and fantasy implications. Key debates include the performances and potential of goalies like John Gibson, Juuse Saros, and Ilya Sorokin. We also highlight the influence of team dynamics and playoff performances on their rankings. 00:00 Introduction and Hosts 01:14 Ranking NHL Goalies: Methodology 03:38 Fantasy Impact and Team Dynamics 06:37 Just Missed the List 09:28 Top 20 Goalies: 20-17 19:28 Top 20 Goalies: 16-13 26:41 Top 20 Goalies: 12-11 34:45 Top 10 Goalies: Number 10 35:53 Top 10 Goalies Discussion 36:28 Boston Bruins' Performance and Hopes 37:22 Ottawa Senators' Goalie Analysis 38:53 Vegas Golden Knights' Goalie Prospects 40:54 New York Islanders' Goalie Outlook 45:43 San Jose Sharks' Goalie Transition 48:20 Tampa Bay Lightning's Goalie Performance 51:10 Top 5 Goalies and Playoff Performances 57:36 Pittsburgh Penguins' Future Prospects 01:00:28 Top 3 Goalies and Final Rankings 01:09:36 Conclusion and Next Episode Teaser