Evan and Pat reflect on the recently concluded boys prep hockey season, discussing standout teams, surprising performances, and key players. They highlight teams like Deerfield, St. Mark's, Dexter, Rivers, and more for their unexpected success. They delve into the contributions of standout players such as Carter Meyer, Joe Salandra, Billy McCaslin, and others. Additionally, they discuss the potential impact of the CHL on the future of prep hockey and look ahead to how teams might shape up next season. The episode concludes with an 'overrated or underrated' segment, adding a fun twist to the in-depth hockey analysis.

Topics

00:00 Introduction and Casual Banter

00:34 Reflecting on the Bruins' Season

01:34 Prep Hockey Season Recap

02:21 Surprising Teams of the Season

12:59 Standout Players and Performances

17:42 NTDP Evaluation Camp Insights

21:48 Analyzing Pandolfo's Potential

22:22 Lessons from Sears' Development Path

24:14 Impact of CHL on Prep Hockey

27:50 Teams to Watch Next Season

29:52 NHL Draft Prospects

33:28 Overtime: Underrated or Overrated

39:46 Wrapping Up the Prep Season

Evan and Pat reunite in the studio to discuss the end of the girls' hockey season. They reflect on the exciting season, highlighting standout teams like Loomis Chaffee and Nobles. The discussion covers how various teams performed, their top players, and expectations for the next season. Goal-tending performances and uncommitted prospects are also spotlighted. The episode concludes with a fun 'overrated or underrated' segment featuring items like wearing jerseys to games and bubble hockey.

Topics

00:37 Reflecting on the Girls Season

01:18 Loomis Chaffee's Dominant Performance

03:14 Nobles and Andover: Season Highlights

05:29 Rivers and Exeter: Rising Teams

06:26 New Hampton's Elite Eight Aspirations

07:50 Dexter and BB&N's Strong Seasons

09:29 Thayer and St. Mark's: Surprising Runs

11:25 Tabor's Competitive Season

12:46 Deerfield's Adaptable Strategy

13:46 Standout Players of the Season

17:17 Williston's Unexpected Playoff Exit

19:06 Top Goalies of the Year

21:38 The Lone Goalie's Journey

22:07 Uncommitted Standouts to Watch

25:17 Prep Transfers and Future Prospects

26:52 Teams to Watch Next Season

30:18 Overtime: Overrated or Underrated?

38:18 Wrapping Up and Future Coverage

Evan and Pat preview the MIAA State Championships, scheduled for Sunday. They discuss the format of the preview, likening it to their 'Rinkwise' podcast, and emphasize the appeal of concise and direct coverage. The preview covers multiple divisions, starting with the Division 4 boys' matchup between Winthrop and Dedham, analyzing their paths to the final. They move on to the Division 1 girls' game, highlighting the journey of top-seeded Hingham and underdog Bishop Stang, and consider the potential for an upset. The Division 1 boys' final between St. John Shrewsbury and Catholic Memorial (CM) presents a similar narrative of an unexpected finalist versus a dominant favorite. Division 2 boys see Billerica facing Canton, both teams with impressive seasons, followed by Division 3 boys' clash between Nauset and Medfield, illustrating Nauset's dominance. Finally, they preview the Division 2 girls' game between Milton and Medfield, noting Medfield's impressive run as a lower seed. Throughout, the hosts reflect on past tournament experiences, the impact of team momentum, and the excitement of unexpected matchups in the championship.

Topics

00:43 MIAA State Championships Preview

02:02 Division 4 Boys Championship Preview

03:36 Division 1 Girls Championship Preview

07:07 Division 1 Boys Championship Preview

13:11 Division 2 Boys Championship Preview

15:17 Division 3 Boys Championship Preview

18:09 Division 2 Girls Championship Preview

21:21 Conclusion and Final Thoughts