Welcome back to another episode of Heels & Hat-Tricks Podcast hosted by Lucas Critelli! This week, chaos hit the hockey world as the Toronto Maple Leafs won the NHL Draft Lottery, and we give our full live reaction and instant breakdown on what this means for the future of the franchise. We also dive into the Leafs’ newest front office changes and debate whether this is finally the start of a new era in Toronto.

Plus, the Stanley Cup Playoffs Round 2 are officially underway, and we break down all the biggest matchups, storylines, X-factors, and predictions as the road to the Cup heats up.

Then we step into the wrestling world with a full WWE Backlash Preview, covering the biggest matches, rivalries, and what could shake up WWE after WrestleMania season.

Joined this week by special guest Peter Berce, it’s another loaded episode of hockey talk, wrestling chaos, and nonstop takes you don’t want to miss.

Episode 12 of Heels and Hattricks is here with a loaded lineup! We break down all the biggest stories from the first round of the NHL Playoffs, including key matchups, surprises, and who looks ready for a deep Stanley Cup run.

On the wrestling side, we discuss whether the OG Bloodline is truly back now that Roman Reigns is champion again, and what that could mean for the future of WWE.

Plus, is Bron Breakker vs. Seth Rollins the next blockbuster match set for Backlash? We give our thoughts on how this feud could unfold.

Sports, wrestling, hot takes, and more—tap in for Episode 12!

Episode 11 is here! We break down all the action from Round 1 of the NHL Playoffs so far — biggest surprises, standout performances, key matchups, and who looks ready to make a deep run.

Then we dive into WrestleMania 42 with a full review of both nights, covering the good, the bad, and the ugly. We give complete breakdowns of the main events, biggest moments, and what delivered on the grandest stage of them all.

Plus, we look ahead to the future with our reaction to the Raw after WrestleMania and what it revealed about WWE’s direction heading into 2026.

It is a Hat-Trick for special guest Peter Berce as he joins the show for all the debate and analysis!

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Heels & Hat-Tricks Podcast is back and it’s a loaded one, joined once again by the Final Boss of SiriusXM NHL Network Radio and Fellow wrestling fan Peter Berce. With the NHL Playoffs officially soon be underway, we break down every Eastern and Western Conference matchup, debate whether Buffalo’s momentum is real, if Carolina can finally get over the hump, and who’s truly coming out of the East. Plus, we dive into the chaos out West—can Edmonton make another Finals run, and is there a surprise team lurking in the Pacific? We also hit the latest NHL news, including Rick Bowness’ comments and the big question around Ovi’s future. Then we switch gears to WrestleMania week so that means a full WrestleMania Preview! We’re going match-by-match across both nights, giving bold predictions, calling potential upsets, and debating who walks out with gold. From Cody Rhodes vs. Randy Orton to CM Punk vs. Roman Reigns, plus stacked title matches and wild multi-man chaos, we cover it all. It’s playoff intensity meets WrestleMania spectacle—don’t miss this one.Follow @heels_hattrickspodcast on Instagram

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In Episode 9 of Heels & Hat-Tricks, we cover the latest NHL coaches and GM changes, break down the impact across the league, and shift gears into WWE with CM Punk and Cody Rhodes’ pipe bomb moments. Plus, special guest, the final boss of Sirius XM NHL Network Radio and fellow wrestling fan Peter Berce joins the show to add his perspective. Hockey, wrestling, and everything in between.

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In Episode 8 of Heels & Hat-Tricks, we debate Kucherov’s MVP case, highlight Mr. Saturday Night Cole Caufield, and break down Connor McDavid’s latest milestones.

We also dive into the intense East & West playoff races as teams fight for position heading into the postseason.

On the wrestling side, we react to Roman Reigns taking out CM Punk and break down everything happening on RAW & SmackDown as the road to WrestleMania 42 heats up.

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Episode 7 of Heels and Hat Tricks brings the heat from both the ice and the ring. We break down the growing trouble in Leaf Land and what it means moving forward, dive into Randy Orton’s shocking heel turn, and preview a potential powerhouse clash between Oba Femi and Brock Lesnar.

All that and more—don’t miss it.
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The trade deadline has come and gone — I break down the biggest trades, what teams made the right moves, and how these deals will impact the playoff race.

Plus, Cody Rhodes wins back the WWE Championship, we recap CM Punk's main event promo and everything from Monday Night Raw, and look ahead as the Road to WrestleMania continues to heat

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