Dropping the Gloves

I break down why Connor McDavid should and shouldn't resign with the Oilers, we also talk about why the Oilers should pass on McDavid and build a more balanced roster. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

I talk to Cal about his NHL career, being the NHL all-time hits leader, playing on arguably the best 4th line ever and much more. Sign up to become a Friend of the Show to access a Slack community, behind the scenes content, discounts on merch, and more: https://www.patreon.com/dropping_glovesFollow the Show:MerchPatreonFacebookInstagramTwitter / XYouTube Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

I give you the final answer on who the toughest heavy weight and middle weights are of all time. We break down the different generations and how possibly my generation ruined fighting forever in the game of hockey... This and is Connor McDavid actually going to leave Edmonton??? Sign up to become a Friend of the Show to access a Slack community, behind the scenes content, discounts on merch, and more: https://www.patreon.com/dropping_glovesFollow the Show:MerchPatreonFacebookInstagramTwitter / XYouTube Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

William and I talk about his career, how it is playing with all the young studs in San Jose, his terrible car, his epic fights and much more. Sign up to become a Friend of the Show to access a Slack community, behind the scenes content, discounts on merch, and more: https://www.patreon.com/dropping_glovesFollow the Show:MerchPatreonFacebookInstagramTwitter / XYouTube Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

We dig into the Chris Drury led New York Rangers and figure out why this team can't get their act together and if they ever will. Sign up to become a Friend of the Show to access a Slack community, behind the scenes content, discounts on merch, and more: https://www.patreon.com/dropping_glovesFollow the Show:MerchPatreonFacebookInstagramTwitter / XYouTube Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

I had a great interview with 3 time all star and all time great Al Iafrate. He was in a league of his own when he played and he wasn't affraid to do things his own way. Al and I touch on his career and a lot more. Sign up to become a Friend of the Show to access a Slack community, behind the scenes content, discounts on merch, and more: https://www.patreon.com/dropping_glovesFollow the Show:MerchPatreonFacebookInstagramTwitter / XYouTube Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

In this episode I dive into the Boston Bruins, one of the best franchises in the league, a model for all teams. Or so we thought, we dig into how they won the 2011 cup, how they sustained their dominance and how Don Sweeney has potentially ruined this team for the next decade. Sign up to become a Friend of the Show to access a Slack community, behind the scenes content, discounts on merch, and more: https://www.patreon.com/dropping_glovesFollow the Show:MerchPatreonFacebookInstagramTwitter / XYouTube Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

I talk which Canadian teams did enough to make a run at the cup this year, I also comment on the Hockey Canada Trial that just wrapped up this past week. Sign up to become a Friend of the Show to access a Slack community, behind the scenes content, discounts on merch, and more: https://www.patreon.com/dropping_glovesFollow the Show:MerchPatreonFacebookInstagramTwitter / XYouTube Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

I got the chance to talk to NHL Legend Marty McSorley. We went over everything, fighting, winning, what the Oilers need to do to win the cup, rule changes, what it was like protecting Wayne Gretzky for so long and so much more. Enjoy this as much as I did taping it, it's a great one. Sign up to become a Friend of the Show to access a Slack community, behind the scenes content, discounts on merch, and more: https://www.patreon.com/dropping_glovesFollow the Show:MerchPatreonFacebookInstagramTwitter / XYouTube Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Disclaimer *** - There are a few curse words (4-5) in this episode, I don't think they are too bad but if you have kids listening maybe have the mute button ready or skip this one for the kids. I catch up with Andre Roy and talk his stanley cup run, playing with legends and of course commiserating about our times with Torts. Sign up to become a Friend of the Show to access a Slack community, behind the scenes content, discounts on merch, and more: https://www.patreon.com/dropping_glovesFollow the Show:MerchPatreonFacebookInstagramTwitter / XYouTube Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

I talk about the new CBA deal between the NHL and NHLPA, my experience going through the lockout in 2012-13 and a few tidbits at the end of the show. Cheers!Sign up to become a Friend of the Show to access a Slack community, behind the scenes content, discounts on merch, and more: https://www.patreon.com/dropping_glovesFollow the Show:MerchPatreonFacebookInstagramTwitter / XYouTube Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Mike talks about his NHL career and breaks down the epic Islander/Penguin brawl. We also talk life in the minors, hockey mentality and what it takes to succeed in hockey.Sign up to become a Friend of the Show to access a Slack community, behind the scenes content, discounts on merch, and more: https://www.patreon.com/dropping_glovesFollow the Show:MerchPatreonFacebookInstagramTwitter / XYouTube Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

I look at how the Sharks went from Stanley Cup contender, basement dweller with a terrible future to one of the most exciting young teams to look forward to in the NHL. Sign up to become a Friend of the Show to access a Slack community, behind the scenes content, discounts on merch, and more: https://www.patreon.com/dropping_glovesFollow the Show:MerchPatreonFacebookInstagramTwitter / XYouTube Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

I talk to Connor about his time with the Bruins, heartbreaking game 7 loses, what happened in Buffalo and his next stop in Pittsburgh. Sign up to become a Friend of the Show to access a Slack community, behind the scenes content, discounts on merch, and more: https://www.patreon.com/dropping_glovesFollow the Show:MerchPatreonFacebookInstagramTwitter / XYouTube Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

I issue a mea culpa to the Carolina Hurricanes, kinda... Sign up to become a Friend of the Show to access a Slack community, behind the scenes content, discounts on merch, and more: https://www.patreon.com/dropping_glovesFollow the Show:MerchPatreonFacebookInstagramTwitter / XYouTube Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Marner comments, Ken Holland flops, and life after Tim.Sign up to become a Friend of the Show to access a Slack community, behind the scenes content, discounts on merch, and more: https://www.patreon.com/dropping_gloves Follow the Show:MerchPatreonFacebookInstagramTwitter / XYouTube Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Recapping the NHL draft, previewing free agency starting on July 1, and some parting words for Tim's last episode of DtG.Sign up to become a Friend of the Show to access a Slack community, behind the scenes content, discounts on merch, and more: https://www.patreon.com/dropping_gloves Follow the Show:MerchPatreonFacebookInstagramTwitter / XYouTube Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Jumbo and others elected to HHOF, Kane and Peterka traded, and Tim shares a major personal announcement.Sign up to become a Friend of the Show to access a Slack community, behind the scenes content, discounts on merch, and more: https://www.patreon.com/dropping_gloves Follow the Show:MerchPatreonFacebookInstagramTwitter / XYouTube Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Zegras to Philly, Toews to Winnipeg, and a whole bunch of rumors about trades and free agency.Sign up to become a Friend of the Show to access a Slack community, behind the scenes content, discounts on merch, and more: https://www.patreon.com/dropping_gloves Follow the Show:MerchPatreonFacebookInstagramTwitter / XYouTube Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

The Panthers repeat. Are they set up to start and dynasty? And where do the Oilers go from here?Sign up to become a Friend of the Show to access a Slack community, behind the scenes content, discounts on merch, and more: https://www.patreon.com/dropping_gloves Follow the Show:MerchPatreonFacebookInstagramTwitter / XYouTube Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Panthers take a 3-2 series lead off a 2-goal performance from Brad Marchand. Plus: Marner, Zibanejad, Predators, Tavares, and more.Sign up to become a Friend of the Show to access a Slack community, behind the scenes content, discounts on merch, and more: https://www.patreon.com/dropping_gloves Follow the Show:MerchPatreonFacebookInstagramTwitter / XYouTube Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

The Oilers made an incredible comeback in Game 4 and we are all tied up. What comes next?Sign up to become a Friend of the Show to access a Slack community, behind the scenes content, discounts on merch, and more: https://www.patreon.com/dropping_gloves Follow the Show:MerchPatreonFacebookInstagramTwitter / XYouTube Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

The Oilers are playing right into Florida's hands... how do they get back in this series?Sign up to become a Friend of the Show to access a Slack community, behind the scenes content, discounts on merch, and more: https://www.patreon.com/dropping_gloves Follow the Show:MerchPatreonFacebookInstagramTwitter / XYouTube Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

McDavid to Draisaitl and Edmonton takes Game 1. How will Florida respond? Plus, some offseason rumors coming in already.Sign up to become a Friend of the Show to access a Slack community, behind the scenes content, discounts on merch, and more: https://www.patreon.com/dropping_gloves Follow the Show:MerchPatreonFacebookInstagramTwitter / XYouTube Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

The official preview of the 2025 Stanley Cup Finals. This is from our live stream on Bleacher Report.Sign up to become a Friend of the Show to access a Slack community, behind the scenes content, discounts on merch, and more: https://www.patreon.com/dropping_gloves Follow the Show:MerchPatreonFacebookInstagramTwitter / XYouTube Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Looking at teams that have disappointed in the playoffs: CAR, WPG, DAL, NYR, and more.Sign up to become a Friend of the Show to access a Slack community, behind the scenes content, discounts on merch, and more: https://www.patreon.com/dropping_gloves Follow the Show:MerchPatreonFacebookInstagramTwitter / XYouTube Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Both the Oilers and Panthers are up 3-1... who do you like in a rematch?Sign up to become a Friend of the Show to access a Slack community, behind the scenes content, discounts on merch, and more: https://www.patreon.com/dropping_gloves Follow the Show:MerchPatreonFacebookInstagramTwitter / XYouTube Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Are the Panthers destined to repeat their Cup run of last year? So far, they are looking unbeatable...Sign up to become a Friend of the Show to access a Slack community, behind the scenes content, discounts on merch, and more: https://www.patreon.com/dropping_gloves Follow the Show:MerchPatreonFacebookInstagramTwitter / XYouTube Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Matchup previews, what to expect, key factors, and more. This is from our live stream on Bleacher Report.Sign up to become a Friend of the Show to access a Slack community, behind the scenes content, discounts on merch, and more: https://www.patreon.com/dropping_gloves Follow the Show:MerchPatreonFacebookInstagramTwitter / XYouTube Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

The Leafs lose Game 7 in embarrassing fashion. What's next? Where do we go from here? Credit to Florida. Let's break it down.Sign up to become a Friend of the Show to access a Slack community, behind the scenes content, discounts on merch, and more: https://www.patreon.com/dropping_gloves Follow the Show:MerchPatreonFacebookInstagramTwitter / XYouTube Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Toronto gets booed out of their own building... again. Is this it for this group (finally)?Sign up to become a Friend of the Show to access a Slack community, behind the scenes content, discounts on merch, and more: https://www.patreon.com/dropping_gloves Follow the Show:MerchPatreonFacebookInstagramTwitter / XYouTube Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

It's becoming clear who the serious Cup contenders are.Sign up to become a Friend of the Show to access a Slack community, behind the scenes content, discounts on merch, and more: https://www.patreon.com/dropping_gloves Follow the Show:MerchPatreonFacebookInstagramTwitter / XYouTube Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

John admits he was wrong about a couple of teams... can you guess who?Sign up to become a Friend of the Show to access a Slack community, behind the scenes content, discounts on merch, and more: https://www.patreon.com/dropping_gloves Follow the Show:MerchPatreonFacebookInstagramTwitter / XYouTube Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Previewing all four 2nd round matchups, plus recapping Leafs/Panthers Game 1.Sign up to become a Friend of the Show to access a Slack community, behind the scenes content, discounts on merch, and more: https://www.patreon.com/dropping_gloves Follow the Show:MerchPatreonFacebookInstagramTwitter / XYouTube Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

What if players, coaches, and GMs were more accountable? Plus, can the Leafs close this series out?Sign up to become a Friend of the Show to access a Slack community, behind the scenes content, discounts on merch, and more: https://www.patreon.com/dropping_gloves Follow the Show:MerchPatreonFacebookInstagramTwitter / XYouTube Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

5 teams are on the brink of elimination... who extends the series? Which players need to step up?Sign up to become a Friend of the Show to access a Slack community, behind the scenes content, discounts on merch, and more: https://www.patreon.com/dropping_gloves Follow the Show:MerchPatreonFacebookInstagramTwitter / XYouTube Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

There are 5 series at 2-0... how many of them will turn out to be a sweep?Sign up to become a Friend of the Show to access a Slack community, behind the scenes content, discounts on merch, and more: https://www.patreon.com/dropping_gloves Follow the Show:MerchPatreonFacebookInstagramTwitter / XYouTube Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

What a start to the postseason! Let's talk about what's happened so far.Sign up to become a Friend of the Show to access a Slack community, behind the scenes content, discounts on merch, and more: https://www.patreon.com/dropping_gloves Follow the Show:MerchPatreonFacebookInstagramTwitter / XYouTube Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

We break down the first round matchups in the Western Conference.Sign up to become a Friend of the Show to access a Slack community, behind the scenes content, discounts on merch, and more: https://www.patreon.com/dropping_gloves Follow the Show:MerchPatreonFacebookInstagramTwitter / XYouTube Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Breaking down the first round matchups for the Easter Conference.Sign up to become a Friend of the Show to access a Slack community, behind the scenes content, discounts on merch, and more: https://www.patreon.com/dropping_gloves Follow the Show:MerchPatreonFacebookInstagramTwitter / XYouTube Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Demidov debut, dirty hits from Nurse, Trenin, and Cotter, and Columbus keeps their playoff chances alive.Sign up to become a Friend of the Show to access a Slack community, behind the scenes content, discounts on merch, and more: https://www.patreon.com/dropping_gloves Follow the Show:MerchPatreonFacebookInstagramTwitter / XYouTube Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

John's trip to Buffalo. Plus, with the playoff matchups all but finalized, we review the latest NHL news and playoff implications.Sign up to become a Friend of the Show to access a Slack community, behind the scenes content, discounts on merch, and more: https://www.patreon.com/dropping_gloves Follow the Show:MerchPatreonFacebookInstagramTwitter / XYouTube Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Ovy breaks Gretzky's record... and are the Panthers tanking to face the Leafs?Sign up to become a Friend of the Show to access a Slack community, behind the scenes content, discounts on merch, and more: https://www.patreon.com/dropping_gloves Follow the Show:MerchPatreonFacebookInstagramTwitter / XYouTube Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

John has had a nightmare of a week. Plus, playoff race continues, Hutson and Michkov lead the Calder race, and a dirty move by Chatfield.Sign up to become a Friend of the Show to access a Slack community, behind the scenes content, discounts on merch, and more: https://www.patreon.com/dropping_gloves Follow the Show:MerchPatreonFacebookInstagramTwitter / XYouTube Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

We talked to Ward about being drafted 5th overall, winning 3 Cups, playing in Boston with Chara, and the current state of the Carolina Hurricanes.Sign up to become a Friend of the Show to access a Slack community, behind the scenes content, discounts on merch, and more: https://www.patreon.com/dropping_gloves Follow the Show:MerchPatreonFacebookInstagramTwitter / XYouTube Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Torts is OUT in Philly... what's next? Plus John ranks the toughest fighters in the NHL today.Sign up to become a Friend of the Show to access a Slack community, behind the scenes content, discounts on merch, and more: https://www.patreon.com/dropping_gloves Follow the Show:MerchPatreonFacebookInstagramTwitter / XYouTube Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Who deserves more attention for the season they're having? (We did 9 instead of 10 because John could only think of 4)Sign up to become a Friend of the Show to access a Slack community, behind the scenes content, discounts on merch, and more: https://www.patreon.com/dropping_gloves Follow the Show:MerchPatreonFacebookInstagramTwitter / XYouTube Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

John catches up with MAF about the final season of his career, playing with Sid/Geno/Letang, how the game has changed, and more.Sign up to become a Friend of the Show to access a Slack community, behind the scenes content, discounts on merch, and more: https://www.patreon.com/dropping_gloves Follow the Show:MerchPatreonFacebookInstagramTwitter / XYouTube Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Is this the best rookie class we've had in years? Plus, Sens and Habs have suddenly become playoff favorites.Sign up to become a Friend of the Show to access a Slack community, behind the scenes content, discounts on merch, and more: https://www.patreon.com/dropping_gloves Follow the Show:MerchPatreonFacebookInstagramTwitter / XYouTube Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

A different type of episode. We had a lot of fun answering your questions about hockey, life, and more. Thanks to all who submitted their questions online!Sign up to become a Friend of the Show to access a Slack community, behind the scenes content, discounts on merch, and more: https://www.patreon.com/dropping_gloves Follow the Show:MerchPatreonFacebookInstagramTwitter / XYouTube Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.