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A mix of hockey with a little bit of nonsense. What Chaos! is hosted by hockey insiders and longtime friends Pete Blackburn and DJ Bean. The podcast features interviews with NHL insiders, prominent reporters, and current and former players. The show delivers expert analysis, a good dose of humor, and entertaining conversations about the league’s biggest news, star players, and most intriguing story lines.

Latest episodes

Hot Dogs Are On the Ice, and Teams Are Falling Apart

After making the playoffs last year, the Philadelphia Flyers have been awful to start the season, going 0-5-2 in their first seven games. We try to diagnose what's wrong with Philly and the league's other winless teams. We also take a look at some of the interesting trends from the good teams so far this season, hot dogs on the ice in Montreal, and more from around the NHL. 0:00 Welcome to What Ch

12 Oct 2026 · 1 h 48 min
Stuart Skinner and the Oilers Are Back

The Edmonton Oilers look like they may be back to their offensively dominant ways and may have finally found an answer in net with Devon Levi. Ironically, former Oiler and current Winnipeg Jets goalie Stuart Skinner looks as good as ever and may be proving his haters wrong. Plus, we discuss the freshly released jerseys for the PWHL's four newest teams. 0:00 Welcome to What Chaos! 11:45 Stu & the J

8 Oct 2026 · 1 h 39 min
Dylan Larkin's Big Night in Detroit

After requesting a trade in the offseason, Dylan Larkin made his season debut in front of a hostile Red Wings crowd but still managed to lead Detroit to a crazy win over Ottawa. We discuss the latest chapter in the Larkin drama and Maple Leafs rookie Gavin McKenna finally getting the Toronto media off his back. We also talk about the latest in some massive Panthers injuries, and the release of the

7 Oct 2026 · 1 h 34 min
Bo Byram Joins What Chaos!

Bowen Byram was a central figure off the NHL offseason thanks to his blockbuster trade and massive contract extension. Now, he hopes to reward the Chicago Blackhawks' faith in him by becoming an elite top-pairing defenseman. We sat down with Byram to discuss his path to this point, his belief in himself and where he hopes it will take him. We also discuss media in a post-9/11 world. 0:00 Intro 1:4

7 Oct 2026 · 22 min
'Hot for Hockey' Is No More, and Bowen Byram Joins

The NHL's incredibly confusing and hated new hockey romance audio series has been axed just days after initially being launched. We discuss the death of a marketing ploy that never had much life. Plus, we discuss the new hottest team in hockey and Macklin Celebrini missing his first pro game due to injury. We are also joined by the Chicago Blackhawks biggest offseason addition, Bo Byram to discuss

6 Oct 2026 · 1 h 27 min
Is Igor Shesterkin the New Shohei Ohtani?

The New York Rangers' Igor Shesterkin has been a FORCE to start the season, both in net and offensively. We discuss that and lots more from over the weekend, including Pittsburgh Penguins doing the unthinkable, Sasha Barkov hitting LTIR, Ovi announcing his retirement, and tons more. Plus, locker room player-of-the-game prizes have hit a new level this season. JOIN OUR PATREON: https://www.patreon.

5 Oct 2026 · 2 h 9 min
The Wrath of Nathan MacKinnon

The Colorado Avalanche beat the Los Angeles Kings, and more importantly, Nathan MacKinnon beat up Brandt Clarke. We discuss everything that went into a wild Avs-Kings game and an even wilder fight. Plus, the Pittsburgh Penguins embarrassed the rival Philadelphia Flyers in Philly, and the fans let the Flyers hear it. We also talk about an epidemic amongst captaincies, and are joined by Shayna Goldm

1 Oct 2026 · 2 h 10 min
Connor Bedard Joins What Chaos!

Fresh off being named the Chicago Blackhawks' captain, Connor Bedard once again joins What Chaos! to discuss his NHL ups and downs, his offseason injury and recovery, why he'd love to be hated, and his love for the NBA and "Dance Moms." (0:00) Intro (02:07) Managing anger (04:09) Comfort and confidence (6:58) Injuries and rehab (11:21 )Pop culture knowledge (12:43) NBA talk (15:55) 'Annie' and rea

1 Oct 2026 · 18 min
The NHL Season Has Begun (Endearing and Derogatory)

The NHL regular season started last night, highlighted by the Bruins' JJ Peterka already scoring what is likely to be one of the goals of the year, and the Edmonton Oilers putting on the most Edmonton Oilers performance possible. We discuss last night's games, Brad Marchand on Cameo, the NHL's new "Hot For Hockey" campaign, and more from around the league. 0:00 Welcome to What Chaos! 10:30 Oilers

30 Sep 2026 · 1 h 47 min
The Marchenko-Knies Trade and Connor Bedard Joins!

On the eve of the NHL's opening night, the Toronto Maple Leafs made a massive swing by trading for the Columbus Blue Jackets' Kirill Marchenko in exchange for young star Matthew Knies. We discuss what the trade means for everyone involved and more as we get ready for the return of regular season hockey. Plus, Chicago Blackhawks captain Connor Bedard returns to What Chaos to discuss receiving the C

29 Sep 2026 · 1 h 19 min
The Death of the NHL Jersey Tuck

The NHL has clamped down on players tucking in their jerseys during games, culminating in a penalty on Trevor Zegras in one of the Flyers' preseason games. Thankfully, Philly didn't make a big deal about it AT ALL! We discuss that and more as we get ready for the return of regular-season hockey tomorrow, and we're joined by Steve "Petey" Peters to help us get ready. Plus, Icethetics reveals new de

28 Sep 2026 · 1 h 39 min
2026-27 NHL Season Preview

Days away from the start of a new NHL season, we go division by division and discuss which teams could surprise us and and which teams may be poised for a let down. We also talk about other news from around hockey as the preseason chugs along and celebrate Pete's favorite fast food restaurant's foray into Swiss hockey. 0:00 Welcome to What Chaos! 4:50 Season is here 8:30 Flames throwback 9:15 Capt

23 Sep 2026 · 2 h 57 min
NHL players we are buying stocks in this season

With the start of the NHL regular season just about a week away, we discuss which players from across the league we expect to see big things from this season. We also take a look at some of the awesome goalie gear being worn this year, "bedazzled" jerseys hitting team stores and some news from around the world of hockey, including the latest on a pair of CBJ stars. 0:00 Welcome to What Chaos! 3:10

21 Sep 2026 · 1 h 56 min
September 15 is the new July 1

Ahead of the NHL's new CBA going into effect, teams rushed to sign their young stars to 8-year extensions before the new agreement capped extensions at seven years. We react to what was the busiest day the busiest days NHL offseason has ever seen, and what some of those deals mean for the players and their teams. Plus, Max Van Houtte joins to talk Habs and the Chris Kreider signing. We also discus

16 Sep 2026 · 2 h 3 min
Should Blue Jackets fans be worried about Adam Fantilli?

Adam Fantilli remains an unsigned RFA just days away from the start of the Columbus Blue Jackets' training camp and reportedly skipped an annual team golf outing. Is it officially time to sound the alarm on his future with CBJ? Plus, NHL 27 has been getting DESTROYED online as fans have mocked everything from the game play, to the comically awful player face scans, to the game's use of AI for comm

9 Sep 2026 · 1 h 42 min
Makar got paid & Hellebuyck wants a trade

The Colorado Avalanche's Cale Makar became the highest paid player in NHL history and Connor Hellebuyck went publci with his request for a trade out of Winnipeg. We react to both pieces of massive NHL news and more from across hockey and beyond, including the latest on the Daejon Love saga that has captivated the internet. Plus, were joined by the hosts of The Sports Gossip Show, Madeline Hill & C

2 Sep 2026 · 2 h 17 min
Two new possibilities for Quinn Hughes

As we wait for the NHL to return, we discuss all the random stuff happening in the world of hockey, including the latest on Quinn Hughes' future, updates on NHL expansion, jersey number updates and more. Plus, Shayna Goldman joins the show! 0:00 RIP Dolly 4:50 Expansion updates 23:05 This Week in Jersey Numbers 36:35 Shayna joins 1:45:40 Movie talk 1:56:30 PLL JOIN OUR PATREON: https://www.patreon

26 Aug 2026 · 2 h 14 min
Are the Anaheim Ducks completely cooked?

After essentially being forced to pay Leo Carlsson $18M a year, Pat Verbeek and the Anaheim Ducks find themselves in the unenviable position of having several other young stars to pay, including Cutter Gauthier, who is reportedly holding out for a massive payday of his own. We discuss the latest with Cutter and the Ducks and where this leaves Anaheim. Plus, Josh Samanski is on the search for love,

19 Aug 2026 · 2 h 45 min
The Dallas Stars have done it again

The Dallas Stars released rendering for their new arena and relied on one of their favorite tools: AI. We laugh at some of the crazy mistakes in the renderings and discuss other happenings around the NHL, including the Islanders' 3rd jersey fan vote and potential destinations for Patrik Laine. Plus, DJ is in Maine and Heated Rivalry has revealed new cast members for season 2. 0:00 Welcome 19:45 Is

12 Aug 2026 · 2 h 34 min
The biggest moves yet to be made this NHL offseason

As the NHL offseason nears the halfway point, we discuss what big moves might still get made across the league, including Dylan Larkin's standing trade request and continued rumblings of a potential Connor Hellebuyck move. Plus, Pete is back from his honeymoon so we recap what he's missed over the last week, including MLB falling apart, and Steve "Petey" Peters fills in for DJ as co-host. 0:00 Wel

5 Aug 2026 · 2 h 31 min