Hockey Knights in Vegas

Week 2 of the Stanley Cup Playoffs is almost done. 
2 sweeps in the books. 
Favorites are on the brink of elimination.
And the VGK are in a fight for their playoff lives against the upstart Utah Mammoth. 
Do they have what it takes to make it out of the first round?
Eddie and Sarina quickly recap the other 7 first-round series and get down to brass tacks about the VGK Utah series.
 

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The Stanley Cup playoffs are in full swing, with every series being 2 or 3 games in.

Sarina and Eddie take a tour around the league to break down every series before doing and indepth dive into the first two games between the VGK and Utah.

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I know, I know it's a couple of days late... 

BUT when you get the opportunity to have the Host of The Point on ESPN and the voice of the NHL on ESPN, John Buccigross, as a guest on your podcast to talk about the 1st round of the Stanley Cup Playoffs, it's more than worth the wait.

So we waited!!!

Here you go... Enjoy!

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FINALLY... The regular season is over for the VGK.
5th Pacific Division title in 9 years!
So everything was A OK with the season, right?
Well, not so fast VGK fans...
Eddie & Sarina dive deep into why the VGK season was not nearly up to expectations.

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Welcome to Hockey Knights in Vegas! Hosted by Eddie Rivkin & Sarina Taylor.

It took 74 games and a coaching change, but the VGK seems to have found its identity under new coach John Tortorella.

Eddie and Sarina deep dive into what changed and what the new expectations are.

Stay til the end and watch Eddie tear up after a really special surprise from Sarina for his birthday on Thursday!

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The VGK once again made a huge personnel move on Sunday, replacing Stanley Cup Champion coach Bruce Cassidy with another Stanley Cup Champion coach, John Tortorella.
There were 8 games to go when Torts took over the VGK.
So much to unwrap, and Eddie and Sarina dig deep!

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9 Games to go and the Vegas Golden Knights are in danger of both their worst regular season in franchise history and missing the playoffs for only the second time.

What's gone wrong? What's the Fix? Who is to blame?

Eddie and Sarina do a deep dive to see if the season can be saved!

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Eddie & Sarina sit down with Vegas Golden Knights defenseman Jeremy Lauzon for a fast-moving 15-minute chat at City National Arena!

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After a rough restart following the Olympic break, the VGK are showing signs they are the team we have been waiting for since September.
What changed, and is it real or a mirage?
Eddie & Sarina dig deep into what has been going right for the VGK over the last 10 days and if it is sustainable.

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17 Games to go, and Eddie and Sarina have officially sounded the alarm.
Not the full 5 Alarm Special, but with no margin of error and time running out, the season is uncomfortably up in the air.

We have a winner, part 2! CONGRATS to TammyBarton-w5e! You've won the Grand Prize!

And what is an HKV episode without a contest!
The Prize? I beautiful Limited Edition Hockey Knights in Vegas Water Bottle.
How do you win? 
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Going into the Olympic break, the VGK were feeling good about themselves with two wins in a row.

The good feeling continued in the first game back when the VGK, without 5 Olympians, dominated the Los Angeles Kings.

And then, out of nowhere, the VGK put together its WORST 2 games in the season against Washington and Pittsburgh. 

Mind-boggling is an understatement.

The VGK have 20 games left and no room for any prolonged slump.

Eddie and Sarina break down the VGK's sudden struggles and what they could mean as we head i...

After what seemed like forever, the Olympics are in the rear mirror, and the underdog Team USA brought home GOLD for the first time in 46 years.

Complete coverage, the way only Eddie & Sarina can do, spicy and spirited to say the least.

Last chance to WIN TICKETS and some funny behind-the-scenes footage finish the episode.

THANKFULLY we can return to the VGK for the Stanley Cup run!

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With not much going on in VGK land, Eddie and Sarina focus on the Olympics.

The joke of the week is the French Olympic Committee for banning their player for bad behavior after being ejected from the game vs Canada (while losing 10-2 by the way)

But the real story of the incident is how a rare, I mean RARE, show of restraint by Washington Capitals' Tom Wilson, possibly avoided the first murder that would have been shown live on TV.

This episode is a wild roller coaster all over the landscape of...

While we wait impatiently for the Olympic Men's Hockey Tournament to get underway, there is a lot to catch up on.

Presumptive #1 draft pick Gavin McKenna broke a guy's jaw after a pigeon chirped his Mother in a bar. What started out as a potential 20-year prison sentence has quickly become a non-story and cements McKenna as the #1 pick in next year's draft.

Punch-drunk George Parros is at it again! Eddie has been critical of him for months, and now it's reached a breaking point. Watch the video, hear the commentary, and share whether you...

It's just a couple of days before the Olympic break, and there is a lot of news around the league. Trades injuries and more.

The VGK are back to scuffling after the best run of the season, and according to the fans, it's Adin Hill's fault LOL

Wait til you see Sarina share how she feels!!!

And there is a chance Kelly McCrimmon will have over $8,000,000 in his wallet to go shopping at the trade deadline, March 7th. Somethings percolating!!!

All that and how to win tickets to an upcoming VGK...

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Lots of news this week in the NHL, and Eddie is in a foul mood over a couple of former NHL players' high-and-mighty attitude.

The  VGK followed a fantastic win streak with some inexplicable performances and said goodbye to Zach Whitecloud in another Kelly McCrimmon blockbuster trade, acquiring Sasmus Andersson from Calgary.

All this and muc,h much m...

Before Eddie and Sarina get the VGK segment of this episode, Eddie announced a brand new segment, "The Hit List."

Every week, Eddie and Sarina will take a few minutes to get something off their chest that is pissing them off. 

Since this was a total surprise to Sarina, Eddie goes first. 

In the cross hairs, Chris Kerber, the radio play-by-play voice of the St. Louis Blues. You are just going to have to listen...

On to the VGK...

Why Mark Stone is the best Captain in the NHL.

The VGK are exactly 1/2 way through the 25-26 season.

It's been surprising on many fronts, most certainly.

Eddie & Sarina delved deep into the 1st half of the season and assigned grades.

Send us a comment and let us know YOUR grades!

Welcome to Hockey Knights in Vegas! Hosted by Eddie Rivkin & Sarina Taylor. 

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MAYBE THE WILDEST EPISODE IN THE HISTORY OF THE POD!

There is too much going on to write in this box.

Trust me, it's the click of the year!

Welcome to Hockey Knights in Vegas! Hosted by Eddie Rivkin & Sarina Taylor. 

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WARNING!!! This episode is not suitable for viewing or listening to in public.

Eddie & Sarina are in a lively mood this week, and as always, the episode begins with a joke.
EXCEPT, this week the joke is: yes, hockey-related, but also XXX.
And from there it's off to the races!

Eddie finally delivers Sarina's birthday gift, and it's absolute podcast GOLD.
Please wish her Happy Birthday in the comments!

How do you celebrate Festivus, the Airing of Grievances?
Sarina and Eddie share what's bothering them.

All that...

The VGK are back from an incredible East Coast road trip where they took 9 out of 10 points!

It took nearly 30 games, but we are finally beginning to see the identity of this year's team.

Two big trades happened this week, and Eddie and Sarina pour a whole bunch of water on why they are not nearly as good as they're hyped to be.

And if you like Eddie's rants, he aims and unloads both barrels at a "woke" keyboard warrior with Sarina's full support!

Join us for all that and so...

Welcome to Hockey Knights in Vegas! Hosted by Eddie Rivkin & Sarina Taylor.

With the hockey world eagerly anticipating the return of NHL superstars to the Olympics, there is one teeny tiny MASSIVE PROBLEM. 
The rink isn't ready, and no one is sure it will be safe to play on.
Eddie thinks this whole thing is a shit show, and the NHL won't be sending its players.

On a happier note, the VGK are 2-0-1 on the current 5-game road trip and starting to look like the VGK we have been expecting.

Welcome to Hockey Knights in Vegas! Hosted by Eddie Rivkin & Sarina Taylor.

So the big news of the week is VGK land is the return to the NHL of Carter Hart.
Just when you think you have heard everything, Eddie, in his own unique way, gets it all off his chest. Sarina shares her opinion too, and a lot of you might be surprised!

Talk of the VGK, Wayne Gretzky, and the NHL Asshole of the Month round out this VERY COLORFUL episode of Hockey Knights in Vegas.

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Week two of the Braeden Bowman watch and Sarina's professional crush.

It's American Thanksgiving, and teams not currently in the playoffs have traditionally found the road tough to get in.

Who's out?

Who's in?

Who's real and who is fake?

And a TARPS OFF WATCH PARTY? You gotta hear this!!! 

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A 22-year-old undrafted (3 times) is taking the VGK by storm.
Braeden Bowman has 3 goals and one assist in his first 5 NHL games!
Oh, and wait til you see how Sarina reacts when Eddie says his name!!!

The VGK have reached the 20-game mark of the season, and Eddie and Sarina break down surprises in the league and everything VGK.

Do you agree or disagree with their grades?

Drop a comment and get a reply!

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Today's fast-paced episode looks back on the first month of the NHL, with Eddie and Sarina discussing their biggest surprises and disappointments.

There has been a rash of players knocking the goal off the mooring to save a goal. It's a bad look for the NHL, and Sarina and Eddie both have strong opinions!

The VGK suddenly has a crowded goalie room. Carl Lindblom has been great in his first two NHL starts. Akira Schmid has been a pleasant surprise, and Carter Hart will be eligible to play in 3 weeks. When Adin Hill returns from...

Back after a week off, Eddie & Sarina hit the ground running!

The VGK are on the way home after a 1-1-1 difficult road trip through Florida and Carolina.

Was 3 points out of 6 good enough?

Injuries and the Olympics get the deep dive next. While representing your country is VERY IMPORTANT to the players, what if a superstar gets injured and wrecks a team's season? IT gets a little heated—it's a must-see!

Finally, Eddie and Sarina discuss what a superstar is. 

How many true Superstars are there in the...

The greatest export ever from Canada, Sarina Taylor, joins the podcast as the cohost, and you are all in for a treat!

New for this season, all episodes will be streamed LIVE ON YOUTUBE!

Next episode October 7, 2025, 3 pm Pacific TIME.

Join us on YouTube! Chat is live, so feel free to ask us anything! 

As for today, FINALLY after 3 1/2 months of nothing newsworthy, we are in action.

The Flower is properly retiring in Pittsburgh.

The highest-paid player in NHL History. What does that mean for Jack Eichel?

Welcome to Hockey Knights in Vegas! Hosted by Eddie Rivkin & Sarina Taylor. 

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After 3 months of basically nothing to talk about, Eddie & Sarina get to dig into the first week of the regular season.

And dig they did. Everything from the first team was eliminated from the playoffs after three games (hello Buffalo LOL), to everything VGK, this fast-moving episode covers it all.

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Eddie and Sarina continue to work on their chemistry and record episodes live on YouTube. 

Unfortunately, the off-season and the preseason (so far) don't offer a lot of juicy content. 

Watch closely, you can see the beginnings of what will be an incredible year on the Hockey Knights in Vegas Podcast

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Hockey Knights in Vegas is BACK for the 2025-26 with a new home and a fantastic new cohost, Sarina Taylor!

Like all things new, there are some bumps and learning curve moments in the first-ever LIVE on YOUTUBE episode.

Sarina comes to you from the highly successful Cats & Bolts podcast in Florida.

Their loss will be your gain absolutely.

So, bear with us as we work our way through a new studio, new technology, and a brand-new fantastic co-host! 

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The VGK were facing elimination when this episode was recorded. 
Last night their season came to an end.
There is a lot of analysis leading up to last night's game. 
How much do you think Eddie & Chris got right?
 

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The VGK dispatched of the Minnesota Wild in 6 games, and it's on to Round 2 vs the Edmonton Oilers.

Eddie & Chris break down all the series in Round 1, make predictions for Round 2, and offer an in-depth analysis of what it will take for the VGK to move on to the Western Conference Finals.

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Ten days into the Stanley Cup Playoffs, and the first-round series are starting to take shape.

 Eddie & Chris offer a complete rundown of all eight series in a way only they can.
 
 Which teams are playing to form?
 Which are on upset watch?
 Which teams are already dead and don’t know it?
 
 If you are a fan of impressions. Eddie offers up a couple of classics sure to get a laugh!
 
 All that and an in-depth analysis of the VGK Wild series on Episode 108 of Hockey Knights in Vegas!<...

That's a wrap! The regualr season is in the books and the VGK are once again PACIFIC DIVISION CHAMPIONS! 
Eddie & Chris wrap up the regualr season and hand out a couple of awards.

And then it's on to predictions and your chance to win dinner with us!

We've put our first round picks and number of games on this episode.
All you have to do is comment with YOUR PICKS for all 8 opening round series and the number of games.
Pick the most winners, win the dinner, simple as that!!!

There is less than a week to go in the regular season and the VGK are one win away from clinching the Pacific Division and home ice in the first round.
 
 Eddie & Chris look back at the week that was and preview the last 4 games of the regular season.
 
 There are multiple playoff scenarios still in play. Which ones give the VGK the best chance for a deep run? Tell us what you think! 

Eddie has a new favorite VGK player! I bet you can’t guess who it is!!!

All that an...

The Vegas Golden Knights locked up a playoff spot the seventh time in eight seasons. 
 
 On this fast-moving episode, Eddie and Chris dig deep into what it's going to take to win the Pacific Division, the Western Conference, and their second Stanley Cup in franchise history. 
 
 Tomas Hertl apparently dodged a significant injury and was seen at practice the last couple of days in a non-contact jersey. 
 
 
 Why isn't Jack Eichel being considered for the Hart or the Selke? We’re stumped. What do you think? 
 
 Episode 105 closes with a discussion of T...

The beautiful thing about doing a podcast vs being in traditional media is that there is no need to mince words, be politically correct, or tap dance around hard truths. Eddie takes full advantage of that to open Episode 104.

 WARNING! This episode begins with an extended profanity-laden rant about Tampa Bay Lightning defenseman Emil Lilleberg and his blatantly dirty hit that knocked Tomas Hertl out of the game and out of the lineup for an undetermined length.

 With Hertl, arguably the hottest player in the NHL and the VGK’s leading goal scorer side...

After watching the Buffalo and Detroit games, Eddie is seeing (and wearing) red. No punches are pulled, he calls it as he sees it. 
 (WARNING: Lots of cussing in this segment, LOL) 
 
 Adin Hill signed a six-year, $6.25 million AAV contract. Is that a good deal for the VGK? We want to know what you think!
 
 But the biggest news is that William Karlsson is back, and Shea Theodore is close. 
 Eddie and Chris discuss the effect Wild Bill’s return will have on the VGK as they enter the home stretch, with just 15 games remai...