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Jeff Marek hosts The Hockey Lifers, which breaks down happenings across the NHL and delivers exclusive interviews from some of the biggest names both in and around the sport.
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- 2 weeks ago46 min
What the Connor Hellebuyck Trade Means for the Devils With Kristy Flannery & Alex Tuch plays Sabres
Jeff Marek and Devante Smith-Pelly are back to react to Connor Hellebuyck getting traded to the New Jersey Devils and get more thoughts on the deal with Devils reporter Kristy Flannery. Jeff and DSP also cover the latest on the Washington Capitals, including Alex Tuch's return to Buffalo as well as strong play from Jordan Kyrou and Dylan Strome.See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.
- 3 weeks ago52 min
Early season takeaways from the Capitals and the rest of the NHL with Devante Smith-Pelly
Devante Smith-Pelly is back with Jeff Marek on the latest Hockey Lifers to discuss early-season takeaways from the Washington Capitals and their new-look roster as well as the league as a whole. See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.
- Oct 12, 20261h 5m
New age of NHL offer sheets, no-trade clauses & player empowerment with former Rangers GM Neil Smith
Jeff Marek is joined by one of The Hockey Lifers' newest co-hosts, Karl Alzner share early thoughts on the Washington Capitals' season, featuring some statement wins over elite competition. Then, they're joined by former Rangers general manager Neil Smith to talk about the state of trades and player empowerment in the NHL.See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.
- Oct 5, 202655 min
Alex Ovechkin announces final NHL season + Ovi vs. Crosby memories with Doc Emrick
It's a loaded episode of The Hockey Lifers, as Jeff Marek and Tarik El-Bashir react to breaking news that the 2026-27 season will be Alex Ovechkin's last in the NHL. Then, Jeff is joined by legendary play-by-play broadcaster Doc Emrick to reflect on some of the greatest moments of Ovechkin's rivalry with Sidney Crosby and the Penguins. See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.
- Sep 28, 20261h 0m
Ted Leonsis on Alex Ovechkin's return, the Capitals' culture & what it means to be a Hockey Lifer
Washington Capitals owner Ted Leonsis joins Jeff Marek for a wide-ranging discussion about the state of hockey fandom and how it's grown, Alex Ovechkin's legacy and the era of one-team players in the NHL, as well as his return to the Capitals for the 2026-27 season. Later, they talk about Washington's front office structure and what makes their group special compared to other organizations. See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.
- Sep 21, 202649 min
Karl Alzner reacts to a new era of player empowerment in the NHL & previews the 2026-27 season
Former Capitals defenseman Karl Alzner stops by The Hockey LIfers to talk about all the big-money extensions going to young players in the NHL, takes a look at the 2026-27 Capitals and gives his Stanley Cup prediciton before the regular season begins. See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.
- Sep 14, 202657 min
Previewing the 2026-27 Capitals with Spencer Carbery and Vincent Desharnais
It's a Capitals-centric episode of The Hockey Lifers, as Jeff Marek is joined by head coach Spencer Carbery and free-agent acquisition Vincent Desharnais to get fans ready for the 2026-27 season. See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.
- Aug 31, 202658 min
Aaron Ward talks Zdeno Chara's final game & shares stories from a 15-year NHL career
Jeff Marek talks to two-time Stanley Cup champion Aaron Ward, sharing stories from his 15-year career playing with legendary players like Zdeno Chara, Marian Hossa and Jaromir Jagr, and talks about the state of hockey today and whether he'd be able to adapt to the modern game. See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.
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