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Bottle Rocket with Alena Sycheva

Alena Sycheva

15 episodes

6 days ago

On Episode 16 of Bottle Rocket, we are honoured to have Neil Smith, one of the most influential general managers in modern NHL history and the architect of the 1994 New York Rangers, who ended a 54-year Stanley Cup drought. Neil takes us inside the mindset behind his legendary “Big Deal Neil” reputation, explaining why blockbuster trades worked then and what really separates contenders from pretenders. 🎧 Subscribe for weekly episodes! 📍 New shows drop every Tuesday 📩 Got a question or gue...

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On Episode 16 of Bottle Rocket, we are honoured to have Neil Smith, one of the most influential general managers in modern NHL history and the architect of the 1994 New York Rangers, who ended a 54-year Stanley Cup drought. Neil takes us inside the mindset behind his legendary “Big Deal Neil” reputation, explaining why blockbuster trades worked then and what really separates contenders from pretenders. 🎧 Subscribe for weekly episodes! 📍 New shows drop every Tuesday 📩 Got a question or gue...

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Episodes (15/15)

Bottle Rocket with Alena Sycheva

Bottle Rocket with Alena Sycheva Episode 17: Joe Dionisio on a Life in the Game - Hockey, Hollywood & Zambonis

Joe shares unforgettable hockey stories, from covering Islanders dynasty teams and legendary Rangers–Islanders rivalries to breaking the news of the Florida Panthers’ expansion, learning to drive a Zamboni and reflecting on how the NHL has changed over the years. Packed with history, laughs, and behind-the-scenes insight — this is a must-listen for hockey fans. 🎧 Subscribe for weekly episodes! 📍 New shows drop every Tuesday 📩 Got a question or guest suggestion? DM us or email: alenasychevam...

3 days ago

57 minutes

Bottle Rocket with Alena Sycheva

Bottle Rocket with Alena Sycheva Episode 16: Neil Smith on Blockbuster Trades, Leafs Trouble & NHL Reality.

On Episode 16 of Bottle Rocket, we are honoured to have Neil Smith, one of the most influential general managers in modern NHL history and the architect of the 1994 New York Rangers, who ended a 54-year Stanley Cup drought. Neil takes us inside the mindset behind his legendary “Big Deal Neil” reputation, explaining why blockbuster trades worked then and what really separates contenders from pretenders. 🎧 Subscribe for weekly episodes! 📍 New shows drop every Tuesday 📩 Got a question or gue...

1 week ago

1 hour 1 minute

Bottle Rocket with Alena Sycheva

Bottle Rocket with Alena Sycheva Episode 15: Steve Simmons — Sunday Sun Journalist on the NHL, the Leafs & Hockey Media

In Episode 15 of Bottle Rocket, we are joined by Steve Simmons, longtime Toronto sports columnist and one of the most well-known voices covering the Maple Leafs. Steve shares his perspective on where this Leafs team stands, what’s really holding them back, whether they’re playing to win or playing not to lose and how much responsibility falls on coaching versus the core players. Beyond Toronto, Steve shares his thoughts on the wider NHL picture, including why he believes the Colorado Av...

2 weeks ago

1 hour 3 minutes

Bottle Rocket with Alena Sycheva

Bottle Rocket with Alena Sycheva Episode14: Matthew Blittner — One of Hockey’s Leading Authors on the NHL Today

In this episode of Bottle Rocket with Alena Sycheva, we are joined by Matthew Blittner, one of the most prolific hockey authors and historians of our era. A five-time hockey author, Devils writer for Sportsology.com and co-host of the Blue Line Blast Podcast, Blittner brings decades of insight into the NHL. We discuss the state of the league, parity, the challenges facing the Rangers, Devils and Islanders, the impact of injuries, media evolution, and what fans often miss when watching the g...

2 weeks ago

59 minutes

Bottle Rocket with Alena Sycheva

Bottle Rocket with Alena Sycheva Episode 13: History, Storytelling & Today’s NHL with Paul Patskou & George Falkowski

In Episode 13 of Bottle Rocket, we’re joined by award-winning sports historian and archivist Paul Patskou and four-time New York Emmy Award winner George Falkowski. We break down the latest hockey news, talk media coverage and storytelling in the game. 🎧 Subscribe for weekly episodes! 📍 New shows drop every Tuesday 📩 Got a question or guest suggestion? DM us or email: alenasychevamedia@gmail.com 📱 Follow us : https://linktr.ee/alenasycheva

3 weeks ago

1 hour 1 minute

Bottle Rocket with Alena Sycheva

Bottle Rocket with Alena Sycheva Episode 12: Sean Avery: From MSG to Hollywood — Reinventing the Game

From MSG to movie sets, Sean Avery has never been afraid to bet on himself. In this episode, he breaks down his journey from one of the NHL’s most polarizing Rangers to a dedicated actor building a new path in film. Avery talks preparation, discipline, storytelling, and the surprising ways hockey shaped his work in front of the camera. 🎧 Subscribe for weekly episodes! 📍 New shows drop every Tuesday 📩 Got a question or guest suggestion? DM us or email: alenasychevamedia@gmail.com 📱 Follow u...

1 month ago

51 minutes

Bottle Rocket with Alena Sycheva

Bottle Rocket with Alena Sycheva Episode 11: Two-Time Cup Champion Bobby Holik Joins Bottle Rocket.

Two-time Stanley Cup champion Bobby Holík joins us for a really honest, down-to-earth conversation about his career, the Devils days, coaching influences, and what it actually takes to win. A smart, thoughtful episode with one of the most interesting voices in the game. 🎧 Subscribe for weekly episodes! 📍 New shows drop every Tuesday 📩 Got a question or guest suggestion? DM us or email: alenasychevamedia@gmail.com 📱 Follow us : https://linktr.ee/alenasycheva

1 month ago

1 hour

Bottle Rocket with Alena Sycheva

Bottle Rocket with Alena Sycheva Episode 10: Greg Prato on the Glory, Chaos & Legends of the Islanders

In Episode 10, we sit down with bestselling author Greg Prato, the mind behind Dynasty and Hapless, to dive into the wild, chaotic, and legendary history of the New York Islanders. From Cup-winning glory to the league’s most lovable disasters, Greg brings insights, humour and stories you won’t hear anywhere else. This is a must-listen for hockey historians, Islanders fans and anyone who loves the game’s hidden chapters. 🎧 Subscribe for weekly episodes! 📍 New shows drop every Tuesday 📩 Got...

1 month ago

1 hour 2 minutes

Bottle Rocket with Alena Sycheva

Bottle Rocket with Alena Sycheva Episode 9: Exclusive Access with Len Gould - The Rarest Hockey Footage on Earth

This week on Bottle Rocket, we sit down with the one-and-only Len Gould — the man preserving hockey history one impossible-to-find clip at a time. Len has been tracking down rare hockey footage since 1987, helping 120+ families, players, and legends recover moments they thought were lost forever. From 1939 Garden crowd explosions to long-lost Stan Fischler interviews, Len shares how he finds these treasures, the families he’s helped, and the stories behind the footage. In this episode, we...

1 month ago

1 hour 3 minutes

Bottle Rocket with Alena Sycheva

Bottle Rocket with Alena Sycheva Episode 8: From ESPN to NHL Wraparound: Vic Morren’s Ride Through Hockey Media.

In Episode 8 of Bottle Rocket, Alena, Mave, and Jerry sit down with hockey broadcasting veteran Vic Morren — producer, storyteller, and co-host of NHL Wraparound with Neil Smith. Vic opens up about his experiences working alongside Neil, interviewing legends like Wayne Gretzky and Mark Messier, and witnessing the evolution of hockey media from ESPN to today’s digital era. Not your typical hockey podcast — it’s laughs, insight and pure passion for the game. 🎧 Subscribe for weekly episodes! 📍 ...

1 month ago

57 minutes

Bottle Rocket with Alena Sycheva

Bottle Rocket with Alena Sycheva Episode 7: Mark Nussbaum on Being the #1 Leafs Fan & Blue Jays World Series Woes

In this episode of Bottle Rocket, Alena, Mave, and Jerry are joined by the self-proclaimed biggest Leafs fan—Mark Nussbaum. We dive into all things Toronto Maple Leafs: current struggles, flashes of brilliance, goaltending talk, physicality (or lack thereof), and where this team’s headed. From Stolie’s New Jersey roots to Nylander’s day-to-day status, we leave no puck unturned. Mark brings the passion, the chirps and a whole lot of Leaf love. 🎧 Subscribe for weekly episodes! 📍 New shows drop...

2 months ago

1 hour

Bottle Rocket with Alena Sycheva

Bottle Rocket with Alena Sycheva Episode 6: Joe Rossi Breaks Down Hockey Like You’ve Never Heard

In this episode of Bottle Rocket, Alena, Jerry, Stan, and special guest Joe Rossi dive deep into Long Island hockey history and drama. Talking about John Tavares and the fallout of his exit from the Islanders, then shift gears to talk about UBS Arena — from its design to its fan experience. Plus, personal memories, behind-the-scenes stories, and a healthy dose of New York sports energy. 🎧 Subscribe for weekly episodes! 📍 New shows drop every Tuesday 📩 Got a question or guest suggestion? DM ...

2 months ago

51 minutes

Bottle Rocket with Alena Sycheva

Bottle Rocket with Alena Sycheva Episode 5: This Episode Might Get Us Canceled – George Falkowski Unfiltered

Alena, Mave, and Jerry welcome 4× Emmy winner George Falkowski for a fast, funny, and heartfelt hour on sports storytelling — from Yankee Stadium memories to the human side of hockey. Featuring George’s books Meet Me at the Bat and Baseball Therapy. 🎧 Subscribe for weekly episodes! 📍 New shows drop every Tuesday 📩 Got a question or guest suggestion? DM us or email: alenasychevamedia@gmail.com 📱 Follow us : https://linktr.ee/alenasycheva

2 months ago

58 minutes

Bottle Rocket with Alena Sycheva

Bottle Rocket with Alena Sycheva Episode 4: Inside Rangers History with Bryan Reilly

In this episode of Bottle Rocket, Alena Sycheva, Stan “The Maven” Fischler and Jerry Hack sit down with author Bryan Reilly, whose novel When the Rangers Were Young reimagines the team’s earliest days with humor, heart, and historical depth. Bryan takes us on a journey through the origins of the New York Rangers — from the team’s formation in the 1920s to the unsung heroes who built its legacy. Hear the stories of the real people behind the game, the inspiration for his writing, and the inc...

2 months ago

50 minutes

Bottle Rocket with Alena Sycheva

Bottle Rocket with Alena Sycheva Episode 3: Stan Fischler’s Tales of Brooklyn — The Book, The Stories, The Legend

This week on Bottle Rocket, Alena, Jerry, and The Maven dive into the stories behind Mave’s legendary book Tales of Brooklyn — from vintage hockey memories to what it really took to make it in the sport back in the day. We also break down the wildest moments of the week around the NHL: from goalie drama to the early-season chaos no one saw coming. It’s hockey, history, and a little bit of heart — all in one episode. 🎧 Subscribe for weekly episodes! 📍 New shows drop every Tuesday 📩 Got a q...

2 months ago

49 minutes