Season 1, Episode 43.
In this episode, we talk about:
Our first guest - introducing DownTown Stephen Brown! (0:00), deep dive on Dryden McKay signing with the Leafs (6:31), Michael Bunting injured (16:51), discussing the Leafs playoff roster (23:52), are the Leafs ready for the Lightning? (49:20), parting words from DownTown Stephen Brown (59:43).
Recorded: Apr 25, 2022
Aired: May 6, 2022
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References:
- DownTown Stephen Brown's Twitter: https://twitter.com/DTSB_98
- DownTown Stephen Brown's YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCQjkptlsT0PkmjFTKGCTOJA
- Dryden McKay's stats: https://www.hockeydb.com/ihdb/stats/pdisplay.php?pid=176516
- Sportsnet article on the Leafs signing Dryden McKay: https://www.sportsnet.ca/nhl/article/hobey-baker-winner-dryden-mckay-will-be-signing-with-maple-leafs/
- Dryden McKay's Twitter thread: https://twitter.com/drydenmckay/status/1516146851430424576
- List of Hobey Baker Memorial Award winners: https://www.collegehockeynews.com/reports/ncaa/hobey.php
- TSN article on Michael Bunting injury: https://www.tsn.ca/michael-bunting-injury-toronto-maple-leafs-florida-panthers-1.1789874
- NHL article on the 8 Eastern Conference playoff teams making history: https://www.nhl.com/news/eight-eastern-conference-nhl-teams-get-100-points/c-333391312
- CapFriendly: https://www.capfriendly.com/
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Season 1, Episode 42.
In this episode, we talk about:
We love the new Heritage Classic jerseys + brief baseball discussion (0:00), breaking down the Detroit Red Wings' 2021-2022 season (5:21), breaking down the Seattle Kraken's 2021-2022 season (24:59), Marc-Andre Fleury wants to play next season (39:13), Arizona Coyotes 2022-23 season ticket prices (40:22), Simon Says: Alex Ovechkin's greatness (52:32).
Recorded: Apr 21, 2022
Aired: May 2, 2022
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References:
- NHL article on Detroit missing the 2022 Playoffs: https://www.nhl.com/news/detroit-red-wings-miss-playoffs-for-sixth-straight-season/c-332811376
- NHL article on Seattle missing the 2022 Playoffs: https://www.nhl.com/news/seattle-eliminated-will-not-make-stanley-cup-playoffs/c-332467402
- Marc-Andre Fleury wants to play at least one more season: https://www.nhl.com/news/minnesota-wild-marc-andre-fleury-nhl-future-status/c-333182848
- Tweet about Arizona Coyotes season ticket prices: https://twitter.com/wyshynski/status/1517206683138904066?ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw
- Alex Ovechkin makes another NHL record: https://www.nhl.com/capitals/news/alex-ovechkin-ties-nhl-record-with-ninth-career-50-goal-season/c-333236178
- CapFriendly (referenced multiple times this ride): https://www.capfriendly.com/
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Season 1, Episode 41.
In this episode, we talk about:
Hyun-jin Ryu is not having the best start (0:00), Auston Matthews is injured (5:02), Leafs player accomplishments this season (12:08), discussing playoff matchups (22:40), goal differentials in the league (38:38), Question of the Day: Carey Price Hall of Fame? (44:39), Simon's new jersey + game predictions (55:20).
Recorded: Apr 19, 2022
Aired: Apr 30, 2022
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References:
- Auston Matthews injured: https://www.cbc.ca/sports/hockey/nhl/auston-matthews-frederik-anderson-nhl-injury-roundup-1.6423377
- Frederik Andersen injured: https://www.nhl.com/news/hurricanes-goalie-frederik-andersen-injury-update/c-333152330
- The Leafs have a +31 all-time goal differential: https://www.pensionplanpuppets.com/2022/4/19/23031612/daily-nhl-news-toronto-maple-leafs-no-longer-a-loser-franchise
- Carey Price returns: https://www.forbes.com/sites/carolschram/2022/04/19/carey-price-is-back-with-the-montreal-canadiens-whats-next/?sh=6413e1351bbd
- CapFriendly (referenced multiple times this ride): https://www.capfriendly.com/
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Season 1, Episode 40.
In this episode, we talk about:
Coming soon - our first guest! (0:00), discussing Matthew Knies and Kyle Dubas (2:56), Evgeni Malkin suspended for 4 games (16:41), Drew Doughty and the LA Kings (27:12), discussing the Edmonton Oilers and the Kane/Hartman situation (33:16), censorship in the NHL (36:50), reviewing Encanto, Batman, Dune and Marvel movies/TV shows (44:23).
Recorded: Apr 14, 2022
Aired: Apr 23, 2022
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References:
- Matthew Knies to meet with Kyle Dubas: https://www.tsn.ca/toronto-maple-leafs-prospect-matthew-knies-kyle-dubas-meet-wednesday-1.1784416
- Evgeni Malkin suspended 4 games: https://www.nhl.com/news/penguins-evgeni-malkin-gets-four-game-suspension/c-332888926
- Drew Doughty out for the season: https://www.nhltraderumor.com/nhl-injury-drew-doughty-out-for-the-season/
- Evander Kane/Ryan Hartman fued: https://www.cbssports.com/nhl/news/evander-kanes-ex-wife-anna-kane-helps-pay-ryan-hartmans-fine-for-giving-him-middle-finger/
- CapFriendly (referenced multiple times this ride): https://www.capfriendly.com/
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Season 1, Episode 39.
In this episode, we talk about:
Alek Manoah and the Blue Jays are the real deal (0:00), Auston Matthews will be the best Toronto Maple Leaf of all time (01:38), Simon's thinking about buying a new jersey (9:00), dissecting the disappointing 2021-22 Buffalo Sabres (12:35), dissecting the disappointing 2021-22 Ottawa Senators (29:56), Owen Power will be a force to behold (47:46), Questions of the Day: Blue Jays vs. Yankees prediction, Nets vs. Cavaliers prediction (54:13).
Recorded: Apr 12, 2022
Aired: Apr 18, 2022
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References:
- Best goal scorers in NHL history: https://www.quanthockey.com/nhl/records/nhl-players-all-time-goals-per-game-leaders.html
- NHL article on the Buffalo Sabres' season: https://www.nhl.com/news/buffalo-sabres-miss-playoffs-for-nhl-record-11th-straight-season/c-332716974
- CapFriendly (referenced multiple times this ride): https://www.capfriendly.com/
- NHL article on the Ottawa Senators' season: https://www.nhl.com/news/ottawa-stanley-cup-playoffs-drought-team-record/c-332716414
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Season 1, Episode 38.
In this episode, we talk about:
Discussing Auston Matthews and the rest of the Leafs lineup (0:00), breaking down the San Jose sharks after Doug Wilson's departure (23:40), teams that made and missed the playoffs this season (50:12).
Recorded: Apr 7, 2022
Aired: Apr 11, 2022
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References:
- Auston Matthews' goals against each team: https://www.statmuse.com/nhl/ask/auston-matthews-stats-against-each-team-career
- CapFriendly (referenced multiple times this ride): https://www.capfriendly.com/
- Doug Wilson steps down as Sharks GM: https://www.nhl.com/news/doug-wilson-steps-down-as-san-jose-gm/c-332731486
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Season 1, Episode 37.
In this episode, we talk about:
Baseball season's back baby! (0:00), is Auston Matthews the best player in the league? (3:15), Mitch Marner is also on an unbelievable run (26:31), Pierre Engvall is helping immensely (32:10), Leafs defence pairings (35:15), other news from around the league (40:16), Simon Says: captains on the Toronto Maple Leafs (47:33), Simon's parlay for tonight (50:25).
Recorded: Apr 5, 2022
Aired: Apr 7, 2022
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References:
- Simon's blog site: https://yuansi.substack.com/
- Marian Hossa retiring: https://www.nhl.com/news/marian-hossa-to-retire-with-chicago-blackhawks-after-signing-one-day-contract/c-332654486
- Sean Monahan out for season: https://www.nhl.com/news/sean-monahan-out-for-season-for-calgary-flames/c-332554382
- Ryan Getzlaf retiring: https://www.nhl.com/news/anaheim-ducks-ryan-getzlaf-to-retire-from-nhl-at-end-of-season/c-332658492
- Clinching scenarios for April 5: https://www.nhl.com/news/stanley-cup-playoffs-clinching-scenarios-for-april-5/c-332657726
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Season 1, Episode 36.
*apologies for the crappy audio - we tried some new settings this time*
In this episode, we talk about:
The Leafs can't afford any more injuries (0:00), Taylor Hall was not suspended for his hit on Ilya Lyubushkin (10:05), Martin St. Louis may be re-hired as head coach of the Montreal Canadiens (18:27), Justin Bieber trolling Montreal (25:21), news from the recent NHL GM meetings (27:25), Question of the Day: NHL trophy winner predictions (38:30).
Recorded: Mar 31, 2022
Aired: Apr 5, 2022
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References:
- Some Martin St. Louis' quotes when he was hired as head coach: https://www.sportsnet.ca/nhl/martin-st-louis-says-canadiens-need-fun/
- NHL GM meeting article 1: https://www.nhl.com/news/nhl-general-managers-return-to-in-person-meetings/c-332366652
- NHL GM meeting article 2: https://www.nhl.com/web/news/nhl-working-with-nhlpa-to-add-no-trade-documentation-to-contract-registry/c-332395514?tid=280748848
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Season 1, Episode 35.
In this episode, we talk about:
Will Smith slapped Chris Rock at the 2022 Oscars (0:00), will one of the Leafs' core four be moved this summer? (5:44), we'll be using our Evolving Hockey subscription in future episodes (28:18), Eugene Melnyk passed away (39:45), Simon Says: Calder Trophy race (43:55).
Recorded: Mar 29, 2022
Aired: Apr 1, 2022
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References:
- HockeyBuzz article on recent Leafs news: https://www.hockeybuzz.com/blog/Mike-Augello/Cap-projections-a-mixed-bag-Abruzzese-joins-club-Leafs-vs-Bruins/120/116781
- CapFriendly (referenced multiple times this ride): https://www.capfriendly.com/
- Evolving Hockey: https://evolving-hockey.com/
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Season 1, Episode 34.
In this episode, we talk about:
The Leafs have new jerseys again! (0:00), update on the Evgenii Dadonov situation (14:21), general updates from around the league (32:32), Question of the Day: our final 2021-22 NHL season standings predictions (34:57).
Recorded: Mar 25, 2022
Aired: Mar 31, 2022
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References:
- NHL article on the new Leafs jerseys: https://www.nhl.com/news/toronto-third-jerseys-designed-by-justin-bieber/c-332087670
- CapFriendly (referenced multiple times this ride): https://www.capfriendly.com/
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Season 1, Episode 33.
In this episode, we talk about:
Claude Giroux traded to the Florida Panthers (0:00), Marc-Andre Fleury traded to the Minnesota Wild (16:50), Andrew Copp traded to the New York Rangers (25:42), Brett Kulak traded to the Edmonton Oilers (31:57), Rickard Rakell traded to the Pittsburgh Penguins (39:35), Max Domi traded to the Hurricanes (48:11), quick standings recap (58:10).
Recorded: Mar 22, 2022
Aired: Mar 30, 2022
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References:
- Claude Giroux trade: https://www.nhl.com/news/claude-giroux-traded-to-panthers-by-flyers/c-331816104?tid=278542340
- Max Domi trade: https://www.nhl.com/news/maxi-domi-traded-to-carolina-hurricanes-by-columbus-blue-jackets-in-three-team-deal/c-332099382?tid=278542340
- Marc-Andre Fleury trade: https://www.nhl.com/news/marc-andre-fleury-traded-to-minnesota-wild-by-chicago-blackhawks/c-331816318?tid=278542340
- Andrew Copp trade: https://www.nhl.com/news/andrew-copp-traded-to-new-york-rangers-from-winnipeg-jets/c-331843468?tid=278542340
- Brett Kulak trade: https://www.nhl.com/news/brett-kulak-traded-to-oilers-by-canadiens/c-331845752?tid=278542340
- Rickard Rakell trade: https://www.nhl.com/news/rickard-rakell-traded-to-pittsburgh-penguins-by-anaheim-ducks/c-331856986?tid=278542340
- Max Domi trade: https://www.nhl.com/news/maxi-domi-traded-to-carolina-hurricanes-by-columbus-blue-jackets-in-three-team-deal/c-332099382?tid=278542340
- CapFriendly (referenced multiple times this ride): https://www.capfriendly.com/
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Season 1, Episode 32.
In this episode, we talk about:
This was a very active trade deadline! (0:00), the most important trade - Alex Biega was traded to the Nashville Predators (5:31), reviewing the Maple Leafs additions and subtractions from the trade deadline - Mark Giordano, Colin Blackwell, Travis Dermott, Petr Mrazek, Harri Säteri (6:51), Brandon Hagel was traded to the Tampa Bay Lightning (36:52), some teams stockpiled on draft picks this trade deadline (43:17), Hampus Lindholm was traded to the Boston Bruins (45:56), Evgenii Dadonov situation (54:03).
Recorded: Mar 22, 2022
Aired: Mar 25, 2022
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References:
- Alex Biega trade: https://www.nhl.com/predators/news/predators-acquire-alex-biega-from-toronto/c-332084208
- Mark Giordano and Colin Blackwell trade: https://www.nhl.com/news/mark-giordano-traded-to-maple-leafs-by-kraken/c-331816932?tid=278542340
- Leafs had Harri Säteri and then they didn't: https://theleafsnation.com/2022/03/21/harri-sateri-claimed-by-arizona-coyotes/
- Travis Dermott trade: https://www.nhl.com/news/toronto-maple-leafs-trade-travis-dermott-to-vancouver-canucks/c-331842946?tid=278542340
- Brandon Hagel trade: https://www.nhl.com/news/brandon-hagel-traded-to-tampa-bay-lightning-by-chicago-blackhawks/c-331979720?tid=278542340
- Hampus Lindholm trade: https://www.nhl.com/news/hampus-lindholm-traded-to-bruins-by-ducks/c-332020338?tid=278542340
- Evgenii Dadonov trade in limbo: https://www.silversevensens.com/2022/3/22/22991379/report-dadonov-trade-in-limbo-because-of-ntc-from-ottawa-contract-nhl-senators-vegas-golden-knights
- CapFriendly (referenced multiple times this ride): https://www.capfriendly.com/
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Season 1, Episode 31.
In this episode, we talk about:
Peter Holland retires (0:00), Josh Manson traded to the Colorado Avalanche (6:00), Tyson Jost traded for Nico Sturm (14:57), Frank Vatrano traded to the New York Rangers (17:25), Ben Chiarot traded to the Florida Panthers (21:06), Mark Giordano wants to play for the Toronto Maple Leafs (34:43), some teams are stockpiling on draft picks (36:08), the oft-overlooked importance of goaltending (39:11), Vegas is plummeting (47:37), Calle Järnkrok traded to the Calgary Flames (53:25).
Recorded: Mar 17, 2022
Aired: Mar 21, 2022
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References:
- Peter Holland's twitter thread retirement: https://twitter.com/PeterHolland13/status/1504095857418854401?s=20&t=qPt_990LkJPEuDwbLx7VAA
- NHL's article on the John Manson trade: https://www.nhl.com/news/josh-manson-traded-to-colorado-avalanche-by-anaheim-ducks/c-331834666
- NHL's article on Tyson Jost/Nico Sturm trade: https://www.nhl.com/news/tyson-jost-traded-to-colorado-for-minnesotas-nico-sturm/c-331853230
- NHL's article on Frank Vatrano trade: https://www.nhl.com/news/frank-vatrano-traded-to-new-york-rangers-by-florida-panthers/c-331903454
- NHL's article on the Ben Chiarot trade: https://www.nhl.com/news/panthers-acquire-ben-chiarot-in-trade-with-canadiens/c-331843040
- Jakob Chychrun injury not as serious as initially thought:https://arizonasports.com/story/3069775/reports-jakob-chychruns-injury-gets-good-news-before-trade-deadline/
- Mark Giordano wants to play in Toronto: https://www.pensionplanpuppets.com/2022/3/17/22983584/report-mark-giordano-wants-to-play-in-toronto-maple-leafs-trade-speculation
- CapFriendly (referenced multiple times this ride): https://www.capfriendly.com/
- Sergei Bobrovsky's NHL career: https://www.nhl.com/player/sergei-bobrovsky-8475683
- NHL's article on the Calle Järnkrok trade: https://www.nhl.com/kraken/news/seattle-kraken-trade-calle-jarnkrok-to-calgary-flames/c-331913754?tid=281165900
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Season 1, Episode 30.
In this episode, we talk about:
We're both going to the 2022 Heritage Classic! (0:00), our top 3 Leafs trade deadline acquisitions - Semyon Varlamov, Anton Forsberg, P.K. Subban, Alexandar Georgiev, Calvin deHaan, Josh Manson, Zdeno Chara, Jakob Chychrun (7:45), our Heritage Classic predictions (01:02:22).
Recorded: Mar 13, 2022
Aired: Mar 19, 2022
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Season 1, Episode 29.
In this (slightly outdated) episode, we talk about:
We break down the Leafs trading Nick Ritchie for Ilya Lyubushkin (0:00), Leafs trade for Carter Hutton (15:36), we discuss Jack Campbell's wild season (18:39), Andrew "the Hamburglar" Hammond briefly makes a comeback (24:37), discussing what went wrong for the Seattle Kraken this year (26:20), sneak peak at Simon's top 3 Leafs trade deadline acquisitions (32:31), Simon was spot-on for his heritage classic jersey prediction (43:32).
Recorded: Mar 8, 2022
Aired: Mar 18, 2022
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References:
- NHL article on the Nick Ritchie for Ilya Lyubushkin trade: https://www.nhl.com/news/maple-leafs-trade-ritchie-to-coyotes-for-dzingel-lyubushkin/c-330995986?tid=278542340
- NHL article on the Carter Hutton trade: https://www.nhl.com/coyotes/news/coyotes-trade-hutton-to-toronto-in-exchange-for-future-considerations/c-331056118?tid=277567764
- Fansided article on Andrew Hammond: https://awinninghabit.com/2022/03/08/andrew-hammond-last-game-canadiens/
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Season 1, Episode 28.
In this (slightly outdated) episode, we talk about:
Where the hell were we?! (0:00), Happy International Women's Day! (7:46), check out our highlights on social (9:30), update on Rodion Amirov's medical condition (10:38), our thoughts are with the people of Ukraine (14:48), reactions from around the world of sports regarding Russia's invasion of Ukraine (22:38), we discuss the MLB lockout (34:31).
Recorded: Mar 8, 2022
Aired: Mar 17, 2022
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References:
- Statement on Rodion Amirov's medical condition: https://www.nhl.com/mapleleafs/news/statement-from-toronto-maple-leafs-general-manager-kyle-dubas-regarding-rodion-amirovs-medical-condition/c-331094092
- ESPN article on Rodion Amirov: https://www.espn.com/nhl/story/_/id/33353950/toronto-maple-leafs-prospect-rodion-amirov-20-diagnosed-brain-tumor
- Article on how you can help the people of Ukraine: https://www.npr.org/2022/02/25/1082992947/ukraine-support-help
- NHL condemns Russia's invasion of Ukraine: https://www.nhl.com/news/nhl-statement-on-russia-invasion-of-ukraine/c-331296136
- Ovechkin's comments: https://www.espn.com/nhl/story/_/id/33370783/washington-capitals-alex-ovechkin-addresses-russia-invasion-ukraine-pleads-peace-no-more-war
- CTV's article on Ovechkin's and Zadorov's comments: https://calgary.ctvnews.ca/players-are-our-players-our-family-sutter-disagrees-that-russian-nhl-players-should-be-suspended-1.5811224
- Dan Milstein's comments on the feelings around the league: https://www.espn.com/nhl/story/_/id/33400401/agent-russian-born-nhl-players-says-clients-dealing-threats-discrimination-invasion-ukraine
- IIHF's decision: https://www.iihf.com/en/news/32301/iihf_council_announces_decisions_over_russia_belar
- FIFA's decision: https://www.sportingnews.com/au/football/news/russia-eliminated-fifa-world-cup-qualifying-ukraine-play-suspended/iviqpippipk4ecr4n4aaf4pa
- EA's decision: https://www.theverge.com/2022/3/2/22958329/ea-sports-fifa-nhl-russia
- Jaromir Jagr holds a game to raise money for Ukraine: https://www.nhl.com/news/jaromir-jagr-raises-money-to-support-refugees-from-ukraine-gets-donation-from-nhl/c-331589330
- Letter from MLB Commissioner Robert Manfred: https://www.mlb.com/news/featured/a-letter-to-baseball-fans
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Season 1, Episode 27.
In this (slightly outdated) episode, we talk about:
The Canadian women's ice hockey team wins gold at the 2022 Olympics! (0:00), Simon's Heritage Classic jersey prediction (6:10), briefly discussing Jack Eichel's return (15:26), Smash or Pass: NHL trade deadline 2022 edition (16:53), Claude Giroux will most likely be traded (44:33).
Recorded: Feb 17, 2022
Aired: Feb 25, 2022
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References:
- Ice hockey results from the 2022 Olympics: https://olympics.com/beijing-2022/olympic-games/en/results/ice-hockey/olympic-daily-schedule.htm
- NHL jersey site that Simon referenced: http://nhluniforms.com/
- ESPN article on Jack Eichel's return: https://www.espn.com/nhl/story/_/id/33309474/jack-eichel-makes-debut-vegas-golden-knights-appears-1st-game-march-2021
- NHL article on Fleury potentially being traded by the trade deadline: https://www.nhl.com/news/marc-andre-fleury-has-not-had-trade-talks-with-chicago-blackhawks/c-330878778?tid=277548856
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Season 1, Episode 26.
In this (slightly outdated) episode, we talk about:
What makes our podcast unique? (0:00), we reflect on Super Bowl LVI (4:20), the Tyler Toffoli trade (9:09), what do the Canadiens do next? (25:59), more on the trade deadline and Tyler Toffoli on the Calgary Flames (30:55), Jack Eichel returns against the Colorado Avalanche (39:09), Simon Says: ice hockey results from the 2022 Olympics (47:53).
Recorded: Feb 15, 2022
Aired: Feb 23, 2022
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References:
- Sportsnet article on the Tyler Toffoli trade: https://www.sportsnet.ca/nhl/article/tyler-toffoli-trade-logical-move-flames-canadiens/
- Ice hockey results from the 2022 Olympics: https://olympics.com/beijing-2022/olympic-games/en/results/ice-hockey/olympic-daily-schedule.htm
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Season 1, Episode 25.
In this episode, we talk about:
Ben Simmonds was traded for James Harden (0:00), Simon thinks Connor McDavid is a bad human being (7:16), Dave Tippett was fired from the Edmonton Oilers (14:37), Dominique Ducharme was fired from the Montreal Canadiens (28:55), Martin St. Louis is the new head coach of the Canadiens (48:26), other news from around the NHL (52:00), Question of the Day: will there be any more coaches fired by the end of the 2021-22 season (53:45)?
Recorded: Feb 10, 2022
Aired: Feb 15, 2022
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References:
- Sportsnet article on Dominique Ducharme firing: https://www.sportsnet.ca/article/montreal-canadiens-fire-head-coach-dominique-ducharme/
- NHL article on Dave Tippett firing: https://www.nhl.com/news/dave-tippett-fired-as-edmonton-oilers-coach/c-330669174
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Season 1, Episode 24.
Trigger warning: sexual assault. In this episode, we talk about:
How important/valuable is hockey in our lives? (0:00), reviewing the 2022 NHL All-Star weekend (11:37), Gary Bettman lets us down once again - this time regarding Rocky Wirtz (32:53), Gary Bettman on capacity constraints in Canada and the World Cup of Hockey (40:03), the Arizona Coyotes' arena problems (41:37), Simon Says: women's ice hockey at the 2022 Winter Olympics (53:06).
Recorded: Feb 8, 2022
Aired: Feb 10, 2022
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References:
- Sportsnet's article on Gary Bettman conference: https://www.sportsnet.ca/nhl/article/bettman-threatens-move-draft-goes-easy-rocky-wirtz/
- TSN article on Gary Bettman conference: https://www.espn.com/nhl/story/_/id/33217976/nhl-commissioner-gary-bettman-says-confrontational-response-chicago-blackhawks-owner-rocky-wirtz-frustration
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