Dudes On Hockey

DOH 413 – Pavs is a Star

11 Jul 2019

Contributed by Lukas

The Sharks say goodbye to their captain, Joe Pavelski, who signs a multi-year deal with the Dallas Stars. The post DOH 413 – Pavs is a Star first ap...

DOH 412 – EK65 4eva

20 Jun 2019

Contributed by Lukas

The Sharks sign Erik Karlsson to an 8 year deal, and the Dudes break it all down, including the ongoing challenges with Pavs, Meier, Lebanc, and other...

DOH 411 – Erik Karlsson Sweepstakes

05 Jun 2019

Contributed by Lukas

Recent reports have the Sharks still involved with Erik Karlsson. Will he stay, and will Pavelski be able to stay too? The post DOH 411 – Erik Karls...

DOH 410 – Blues and Out

22 May 2019

Contributed by Lukas

The Sharks’ run came to an end against the St. Louis Blues, where the luck ran dry, the injuries caught up, and a hot team with a well executed game...

DOH 409 – Avs and Blues

11 May 2019

Contributed by Lukas

The Sharks squeaked by the Avalanche in seven games, and face the Blues in the Conference Final. The post DOH 409 – Avs and Blues first appeared on ...

DOH 408 – #DoItForPavs

25 Apr 2019

Contributed by Lukas

In the most unbelievable fashion, the Sharks come back from a 3-0 deficit in Game 7 to beat the Vegas Golden Knights. The post DOH 408 – #DoItForPav...

DOH 407 – It’s Right to Be Wrong

23 Apr 2019

Contributed by Lukas

Doug and Mike were as accurate as ever when they said the Sharks would lose the series quickly, and Martin Jones should be pulled, since the Sharks ha...

DOH 406 – Disaster!

18 Apr 2019

Contributed by Lukas

The Sharks won game 1 in impressive fashion, but then it all fell apart. The post DOH 406 – Disaster! first appeared on Dudes On Hockey.

DOH 405 – Playoffs 2019

09 Apr 2019

Contributed by Lukas

Not a matchup we were hoping for- the Vegas Golden Knights. The Dudes break down that series and all the others in the first round The post DOH 405 –...

DOH 404 – The Gloom and Doom Show

28 Mar 2019

Contributed by Lukas

The Sharks have now dropped 6th straight, in 2nd place in the division, and are ravaged by injury. The post DOH 404 – The Gloom and Doom Show first ...

DOH 403 – The Team to Beat In the West?

14 Mar 2019

Contributed by Lukas

The Sharks have rattled off another 6-game winning streak, and it certainly looks like they are real cup contenders going into the last month of the s...

DOH 402 – Gustav Nyquist

26 Feb 2019

Contributed by Lukas

The Sharks did make a splash at the trade deadline, surprising many, when acquiring Gustav Nyquist from Detroit.  The Dudes cover that and all the ot...

DOH 401- First Place

14 Feb 2019

Contributed by Lukas

The Sharks have gone on another winning streak, enough for them to pass Calgary and take first place in the Pacific. The post DOH 401- First Place fir...

DOH 400 – Flying High

16 Jan 2019

Contributed by Lukas

The Sharks have won seven straight, and are beating the best teams in the NHL. The post DOH 400 – Flying High first appeared on Dudes On Hockey.

DOH 399 – Big Win Against Tampa

07 Jan 2019

Contributed by Lukas

The Sharks had some disappointing results before Christmas, but beat the best team in the NHL to start off 2019. The post DOH 399 – Big Win Against ...

DOH 398 – Slowly Improving

14 Dec 2018

Contributed by Lukas

After a putrid road trip, the Sharks win four of five, but team defense is still spotty. The post DOH 398 – Slowly Improving first appeared on Dudes...

DOH 397 – Questions, Yet First Place

14 Nov 2018

Contributed by Lukas

Not all cylinders are firing for the Sharks yet, but they have beaten Nashville twice and are in first place. The post DOH 397 – Questions, Yet Firs...

DOH 396 – Starting to Settle In

22 Oct 2018

Contributed by Lukas

After a bit of a rough start, the Sharks have won the last two games handily.  What are the best and worst aspects of this young season? The post DOH...

DOH 395 – 2018-2019 Season Preview

01 Oct 2018

Contributed by Lukas

The Dudes perform their annual pre-season preview, and draft teams for the Vegas Cup. The post DOH 395 – 2018-2019 Season Preview first appeared on ...

DOH 394 – Preseason with Karlsson

23 Sep 2018

Contributed by Lukas

After the monster Ek65 trade, the Dudes explore the aftermath, and the roster questions surrounding the preseason. The post DOH 394 – Preseason with...

DOH 393 – Oh, hello there ERIK KARLSSON

13 Sep 2018

Contributed by Lukas

In the biggest trade of the year, the Sharks land another gigantic fish, defenseman Erik Karlsson from the Senators. The Dudes are as surprised and ha...

DOH 392 – Prospects Review

23 Aug 2018

Contributed by Lukas

The Dudes live stream yet again, and talk mostly about a Sharks prospects evaluation done by Corey Pronman at The Athletic. The post DOH 392 – Prosp...

DOH 390 – Happy Anniversary to Us

26 Jun 2018

Contributed by Lukas

It’s been ten years on the dot since the Dudes started podcasting, back when the internet was scrawled on stone tablets.  In this special episode, ...

DOH 389 – Boedker Gone, Livestream Test

22 Jun 2018

Contributed by Lukas

The Sharks have pulled a rabbit out of the hat and traded Mikkel Boedker to the Sens, and the Dudes try out livestreaming on YouTube.   The post DOH ...

DOH 388 – The Impossible Happens

06 Jun 2018

Contributed by Lukas

The Caps and Knights make the finals, and Mike wins the Vegas bet for the first time in history.  The Dudes also talk about the Kane signing and the ...

DOH 387 – Sharks Crap Out

10 May 2018

Contributed by Lukas

The Sharks lose to Vegas in six games, and the Dudes recap the series and the season. The post DOH 387 – Sharks Crap Out first appeared on Dudes On ...

DOH 386 – Sharks Sweep Ducks

26 Apr 2018

Contributed by Lukas

In very satisfying fashion, the Sharks sweep the Ducks, and will face Vegas in the second round. The post DOH 386 – Sharks Sweep Ducks first appeare...

DOH 385 – Playoff Preview 2018

10 Apr 2018

Contributed by Lukas

The Sharks skid into the playoff as the third seed against the Ducks.  The Dudes preview that and all other series in the first round. The post DOH 3...

DOH 384 – Rawhide

28 Mar 2018

Contributed by Lukas

The Sharks are rolling, winning 8 out of 9.  How this will carry forward, and who will the Sharks face in the first round? The post DOH 384 – Rawhi...

DOH 383 – Breathing Room

19 Mar 2018

Contributed by Lukas

The Sharks are solidly in second place, with Vegas slumping and five points up on LA and Anaheim.  How will the last 10 games turn out? The post DOH ...

DOH 382 – Welcome Evander and Eric

04 Mar 2018

Contributed by Lukas

The Sharks were big players on trade deadline day, adding Evander Kane and Eric Fehr. The post DOH 382 – Welcome Evander and Eric first appeared on ...

DOH 381 – For the Lovers

14 Feb 2018

Contributed by Lukas

Sharks not getting any love on Valentine’s Day, as Tomas Hertl is the latest Shark to be injured. The post DOH 381 – For the Lovers first appeared...

DOH 380 – No Jumbo

05 Feb 2018

Contributed by Lukas

Jumbo is out, and the Sharks have found their footing again, and remain in playoff position.  Will it last? The post DOH 380 – No Jumbo first appea...

DOH 379 – HNY

08 Jan 2018

Contributed by Lukas

The Sharks drop some games on the road trip, but maintain playoff position. The post DOH 379 – HNY first appeared on Dudes On Hockey.

DOH 377 – Offense Gone, Defense Maintains

06 Dec 2017

Contributed by Lukas

The Sharks have sunk to 30th in the NHL in scoring, but their defense is 1st. The post DOH 377 – Offense Gone, Defense Maintains first appeared on D...

DOH 376 – Goals Amongst Injuries

30 Nov 2017

Contributed by Lukas

With Jones, Martin, Pavs, and Jumbo still banged up, the Sharks managed to right themselves and win some games. The post DOH 376 – Goals Amongst Inj...

DOH 375 – Back In It

16 Nov 2017

Contributed by Lukas

The Sharks have quickly rebounded to over .500, and are the third best team in the Pacific, and gaining. The post DOH 375 – Back In It first appeare...

DOH 374 – Sharks Spoil Marleau’s Return

07 Nov 2017

Contributed by Lukas

The Sharks are on a winning streak, including beating Patrick Marleau’s Maple Leafs. The post DOH 374 – Sharks Spoil Marleau’s Return first appe...

DOH 373 – Sharks Find Some Wins

20 Oct 2017

Contributed by Lukas

Sharks rebound with a win against Buffalo, a good outing against the Islanders, and a strong win against Montreal. The post DOH 373 – Sharks Find So...

DOH 372 – Losses to Flyers and Kings

12 Oct 2017

Contributed by Lukas

Sharks start the season with a thud. The post DOH 372 – Losses to Flyers and Kings first appeared on Dudes On Hockey.

DOH 371 – Season Preview 2017-2018

02 Oct 2017

Contributed by Lukas

The Sharks still have a lot of questions entering the season, and the Dudes try to put that in context with the rest of the NHL in their season previe...

DOH 370 – The Forward Conundrum

20 Sep 2017

Contributed by Lukas

The Sharks have a lot of forwards in training camp, and not much clarity as to who will make the opening night roster.  Will some veterans get left b...

DOH 369 – D & G

06 Sep 2017

Contributed by Lukas

The Dudes preview the defensive and goaltending corps this week, and discuss the recent Kevin Kurz article. The post DOH 369 – D & G first appeared ...

DOH 368 – Hello Again

23 Aug 2017

Contributed by Lukas

The dudes are back after a long summer absence, with, honestly, not a lot to talk about Sharks-wise.  Which generally makes for an entertaining episo...

DOH 367 – Farewell Patty

07 Jul 2017

Contributed by Lukas

Between the expansion draft, the entry draft, and free agency, many interesting things have happened in the NHL, and the Sharks are right in the thick...

DOH 366 – Expansion Draft Preview

16 Jun 2017

Contributed by Lukas

The expansion draft is next week- who will the Vegas Golden Knights take from the Sharks? The post DOH 366 – Expansion Draft Preview first appeared ...

DOH 365 – Roster Review – Forwards

29 May 2017

Contributed by Lukas

The dudes review the forward corps, and make some crazy trade proposals. The post DOH 365 – Roster Review – Forwards first appeared on Dudes On Ho...

DOH 364 – Roster Review – D and G

11 May 2017

Contributed by Lukas

The navel-gazing shall begin with a review of the Sharks’ defense and goaltending. The post DOH 364 – Roster Review – D and G first appeared on ...

DOH 363 – Sharks Out, Questions Loom

26 Apr 2017

Contributed by Lukas

The Sharks were eliminated by the Edmonton Oilers in six games, and the injury report was released. Over the next couple of months, the Dudes and Shar...

DOH 362 – One Good, One Bad

15 Apr 2017

Contributed by Lukas

The Sharks win one in Edmonton, which is cause for celebration, but lose game 2 in an embarrassing fashion, which is cause for concern. The post DOH 3...

DOH 361 – Edmonton Away

11 Apr 2017

Contributed by Lukas

The Sharks slide into the playoffs as a 3 seed, playing the young Oilers and Connor McDavid in the first round. The post DOH 361 – Edmonton Away fir...

DOH 360 – From Bad to Worse

03 Apr 2017

Contributed by Lukas

The Sharks have lost 8 of 10 in regulation, and now they’re missing Joe Thornton and Logan Couture. The post DOH 360 – From Bad to Worse first app...

DOH 359 – Skid

23 Mar 2017

Contributed by Lukas

The Sharks, after a great run where they gathered points in almost every game, now have lost four straight in regulation.  What ails them, and what d...

DOH 358 – Trade Deadline Day, Welcome Jannik Hansen

03 Mar 2017

Contributed by Lukas

Another trade deadline day has come and gone, and the Sharks say goodbye to Nikolai Goldobin, but hello to Jannik Hansen. The post DOH 358 – Trade D...

DOH 357 – Deadline Coming

25 Feb 2017

Contributed by Lukas

The trade deadline is March 1st- will the Sharks be buyers? The post DOH 357 – Deadline Coming first appeared on Dudes On Hockey.

DOH 356 – Marleau’s 500th

09 Feb 2017

Contributed by Lukas

Patrick Marleau scored his 500th NHL regular season goal, and the dudes tackle the eternal question- is he bound for the Hall of Fame? The post DOH 35...

DOH 355 – 2017 All Star Break

28 Jan 2017

Contributed by Lukas

The Sharks were unable to extend their winning streak to 7 to enter the All-Star break, but there are still plenty of things to be happy about. The po...

DOH 354 – Scoring Skid

16 Jan 2017

Contributed by Lukas

The Sharks aren’t scoring a lot of goals, and have recently lost 5 of 7.  Is it time to be concerned? The post DOH 354 – Scoring Skid first appea...

DOH 353 – Happy New 2017

03 Jan 2017

Contributed by Lukas

Even though the Sharks dropped the last game of 2016 to the Kings, the Dudes are upbeat.  The young guys are playing well, and there are positive upd...

DOH 352 – Good Problems

21 Dec 2016

Contributed by Lukas

The Sharks have a surplus of forwards, such that they can scratch Joel Ward and still beat Calgary badly.  But questions loom on the horizon. The pos...

DOH 351 – Hiatus

06 Dec 2016

Contributed by Lukas

The Dudes are back from a hiatus, and the Sharks are rolling, winning six of seven.  Mike and Doug cover the streak, Burns’ new contract, Hertl, Bo...

DOH 350 – Rebound Week

11 Nov 2016

Contributed by Lukas

After a terrible week at home, the Sharks go on the road and win against two playoff teams. The post DOH 350 – Rebound Week first appeared on Dudes ...

DOH 349 – Home Record Still Perfect

31 Oct 2016

Contributed by Lukas

The Sharks go 3-0 this week at home with satisfying wins against the Ducks, Blue Jackets, and Predators.  Can they keep it up, especially next Saturd...

DOH 348 – SCF Rematch Not As Expected

24 Oct 2016

Contributed by Lukas

The Sharks don’t get the job done on the road trip with a disappointing collapse in Pittsburgh, but the season is still very young. The post DOH 348...

DOH 347 – Kings, Blue Jackets Go Down

17 Oct 2016

Contributed by Lukas

The Sharks are 2-0 in this young season, with Jonathan Quick going out with an injury early in the Sharks’ opener. Both new Sharks are playing well,...

DOH 346 – Preseason Megastravaganza

12 Oct 2016

Contributed by Lukas

The season is only a day away, and the Dudes manage to cover the Sharks and everything else in the league in preparation for the regular season. The p...

DOH 345 – World Cup & Preseason

27 Sep 2016

Contributed by Lukas

The World Cup is almost over, but the Dudes are most excited for training camp and the preseason.  There are plenty of players looking to make the te...

DOH 344 – Who Are We Again?

13 Sep 2016

Contributed by Lukas

After an extended break, the Dudes are back, ready to talk hockey again.  It’s been such a quiet summer, so it will take a little while to get the ...

DOH 343 – Nieto and Backup Goaltending

22 Jul 2016

Contributed by Lukas

The Sharks did sign Matt Nieto, but they still need another goalie.  Where will Nieto slot, and what’s available on the market in net? The post DOH...

DOH 342 – Free Agent Day- Hello Boedker

01 Jul 2016

Contributed by Lukas

The Sharks are again active on the first day of free agency, signing both Mikkel Boedker and David Schlemko to contracts.  The Dudes break it all dow...

DOH 341 – Post-Stanley Cup Hangover

17 Jun 2016

Contributed by Lukas

Although the hockey is over, and San Jose was not triumphant, the Dudes are thrilled the Sharks did so well. The post DOH 341 – Post-Stanley Cup Han...

DOH 340 – Why Not Us?

10 Jun 2016

Contributed by Lukas

The Sharks have managed to win two of the last three games, which bring the Stanley Cup Final back to the Tank for Game 6.  Although the Sharks have ...

DOH 339 – No Answer For the Pens

02 Jun 2016

Contributed by Lukas

The Sharks drop the first two games of the Stanley Cup Final against the Pens, and seem outmanned for much of both games.  Yet, they were in both, an...

DOH 338 – Tears of David Backes

27 May 2016

Contributed by Lukas

The Sharks rebound again after a bad game, this time winning games 5 and 6, and clinching a berth in the Stanley Cup Final for the first time in hist...

DOH 337 – Confidence??

21 May 2016

Contributed by Lukas

The Sharks after a tough Game 1 loss, have been totally dominant in games 2 and 3.  Is it time for confidence that the Sharks will make it to the Sta...

DOH 336 – Catharsis

15 May 2016

Contributed by Lukas

The Sharks, after a disappointing effort in Game 6, roar back at home to win Game 7 in a dominating fashion.  The Dudes recap, and look forward to th...

DOH 335 – Sharks up 3-2

08 May 2016

Contributed by Lukas

After two tough losses in Nashville, the Sharks right the ship with a decisive win at home.  The Dudes talk about all of it, including the controvers...

DOH 334 – Two On Nashville

03 May 2016

Contributed by Lukas

The Sharks continue their postseason roll by winning the first two against the Predators- at home no less. The Dudes break down those games and try to...

DOH 333 – Redemption

26 Apr 2016

Contributed by Lukas

The Sharks do what they couldn’t do two years ago- close out the LA Kings. After losing game 3 in OT at home, the Sharks dusted themselves off and w...

DOH 332 – Two and Uh-Oh

18 Apr 2016

Contributed by Lukas

The Sharks win the first two games of round 1 in Los Angeles, but the Dudes can’t help but draw parallels to the terrible series only two years ago....

DOH 331 – Playoff Preview 2016

11 Apr 2016

Contributed by Lukas

The Sharks will face the dreaded Kings in the first round, and the Dudes are trying to avoid the flashbacks of two years ago. The post DOH 331 – Pla...

DOH 330 – Clinch

31 Mar 2016

Contributed by Lukas

With the playoffs clinched with a good win against the Kings, the Dudes look at possible playoff matchups, and the likelihood of the Sharks moving up ...

DOH 329 – DB22 Farewell

24 Mar 2016

Contributed by Lukas

The Sharks handily beat the Rangers in what was likely Dan Boyle’s last game in San Jose.  Of course he scored. And the Sharks continue to nip at t...

DOH 328 – Who Else Ya Got?

17 Mar 2016

Contributed by Lukas

The Sharks beat the best team in the NHL, the Caps, and a division leader, the Bruins, this week.  They show they are capable of being the best, but ...

DOH 327 – Sharks Active At the Deadline

07 Mar 2016

Contributed by Lukas

The Sharks added James Reimer and Roman Polak at the deadline, with Raffi Torres, Alex Stalock, and Ben Smith exiting stage left.  What does this mea...

DOH 326 – Sharks Should Make the Playoffs, Now What?

22 Feb 2016

Contributed by Lukas

The Sharks, due to their recent good play and the demise of Vancouver and Arizona, should make the playoffs.  What should they do now, with the deadl...

DOH 325 – Wins Against the Central

11 Feb 2016

Contributed by Lukas

The Sharks go only 2-2 on the road trip, but they beat both St. Louis and Chicago.  With all the activity elsewhere in the NHL, what might the Sharks...

DOH 324 – Roll Before the All-Star Break

03 Feb 2016

Contributed by Lukas

The Sharks go 8-0-2 in their last ten, and turn it around before the All-Star break.  Can they keep it up in February against tougher competition? Th...

DOH 323 – Healthy Again

17 Jan 2016

Contributed by Lukas

With Logan Couture back in the lineup, and Raffi Torres on a conditioning assignment in the AHL, the Sharks are basically a healthy team again, and ha...

DOH 322 – Rebound In a Weak Pacific

28 Dec 2015

Contributed by Lukas

The Sharks now have the best road record in the NHL, which is just good enough to put them in playoff position in the worst division in hockey.  Can ...

DOH 321 – Off A Cliff

14 Dec 2015

Contributed by Lukas

The Sharks have followed up their perfect road trip by losing 7 of 8, and the last six in a row.  Are there any positives for this team? The post DOH...

DOH 320 – Hope For the Best

03 Dec 2015

Contributed by Lukas

The Sharks only win one at home, but they are still in second place in the division.  With some very winnable games coming, and the possible return o...

DOH 319 – Six in a Row??

24 Nov 2015

Contributed by Lukas

The Sharks were perfect on the recent road trip, winning all six games in various fashion.  Some were come-from-behind, others low scoring; all were ...

DOH 318 – Road Trip

16 Nov 2015

Contributed by Lukas

The Sharks drop a home game against the Isles, but start the road trip off with two wins against Detroit and Buffalo. The post DOH 318 – Road Trip f...

DOH 317 – The Fourth Line is Ludicrous

10 Nov 2015

Contributed by Lukas

The Sharks fall to two struggling teams this week, and the Dudes are looking for answers. The post DOH 317 – The Fourth Line is Ludicrous first appe...

DOH 316 – Rocky Without Couture

02 Nov 2015

Contributed by Lukas

The Sharks lost to two pretty good teams this week before beating the terrible Avs – barely.  Will they rebound and win more against some bad to me...

DOH 315 – The Healing Power of Paul Martin

28 Oct 2015

Contributed by Lukas

The Sharks dropped two more games, but when Paul Martin comes back, they win.  Plus, Joel Ward gets a hat trick! The post DOH 315 – The Healing Pow...

DOH 314 – First Week

19 Oct 2015

Contributed by Lukas

The Sharks looked great in the first week of the season, with all the new players contributing.  However, with a few injuries already taking their to...

DOH 313 – Season Preview + Periscope

05 Oct 2015

Contributed by Lukas

The Dudes Periscope this year’s season preview and draft for the Vegas Cup.  Who’s the best team?  Where will the Sharks finish?  Who will make...

DOH 312 – Hope Springs Eternal

23 Sep 2015

Contributed by Lukas

Training camp begins again, and with new players and a new coach, anticipation is in the air. The post DOH 312 – Hope Springs Eternal first appeared...