Macklin Celebrini and Connor Bedard Battle in Chicago + 2026 Beanpot Tournament Talk

Hello guys. Welcome back to another episode of the Hockey Talk with TG Podcast. In this episode, I start with heartbreaking news from the Southern Alberta Mustangs, where three junior hockey players tragically lost their lives in a car accident on the way to practice. We honor JJ Wright, Cameron Casorso, and Caden Fine, share statements from the Mustangs, the USPHL, and the Birmingham Jr Bulls and reflect on the impact this loss has on the hockey community. My thoughts and prayers are with the families, teammates, and everyone affected by this tragedy.We then break down Monday night’s NHL action, including the Nashville Predators’ incredible 6-5 comeback win against the St. Louis Blues, the Tampa Bay Lightning’s Stadium Series victory, and other notable games around the league. I highlight standout performances from Steven Stamkos, Roman Josi, Ryan O’Reilly, Kirill Kaprizov, Connor Bedard, and Macklin Celebrini, including milestones and point streak updates. We also cover team trends leading into the Olympic break, playoff races, and storylines to watch as the season progresses.Finally, we dive into the 2026 College Hockey Beanpot Tournament, where Boston College and Boston University advanced to the championship game. I recap thrilling semifinal matchups, standout players like James Hagens and Cole Hutson, and preview Monday’s championship clash between BC Eagles and BU Terriers. Expect analysis, insights, and predictions as we look ahead to one of college hockey’s most exciting events.So sit back, relax, and enjoy the episode. DON'T FORGET to FOLLOW the Hockey Talk with TG Podcast on Spotify, Apple Podcasts, iHeartRadio, and SUBSCRIBE to the YouTube Channel. We're with you EVERY Tuesday and Thursday from 1:00 p.m. - 1:30 p.m. CST, so make sure to give this podcast a follow. Your No. 1 podcast for ALL things hockey.