Dropping the Gloves

Toews and Anderson get send-offs from the fans, college players make an immediate impact, and most of the first round matchups are officially setTwitter: @dropping_gloves - https://twitter.com/dropping_gloves?s=20Instagram: @dropping_gloves John's Twitter: @johnscott_32 - https://twitter.com/johnscott_32?s=20Website: https://www.hockeyfights.com/Follow: @dropping_glovesSubscribe: youtube.com/johnscotthockey Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

With Crosby and Ovechkin out of the playoffs for the first time in many years, the league is officially ushering in the next potential powerhouse teams.Twitter: @dropping_gloves - https://twitter.com/dropping_gloves?s=20Instagram: @dropping_gloves John's Twitter: @johnscott_32 - https://twitter.com/johnscott_32?s=20Website: https://www.hockeyfights.com/Follow: @dropping_glovesSubscribe: youtube.com/johnscotthockey Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Calgary has been eliminated from playoff contention while the race gets tighter in both East and West.Twitter: @dropping_gloves - https://twitter.com/dropping_gloves?s=20Instagram: @dropping_gloves John's Twitter: @johnscott_32 - https://twitter.com/johnscott_32?s=20Website: https://www.hockeyfights.com/Follow: @dropping_glovesSubscribe: youtube.com/johnscotthockey Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Tim with a quick update on the standings and the 4 games with the biggest playoff implications this weekend.Twitter: @dropping_gloves - https://twitter.com/dropping_gloves?s=20Instagram: @dropping_gloves John's Twitter: @johnscott_32 - https://twitter.com/johnscott_32?s=20Website: https://www.hockeyfights.com/Follow: @dropping_glovesSubscribe: youtube.com/johnscotthockey Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

With the season on the line, a few teams came up short on Tuesday. What does this mean for their playoff chances?Twitter: @dropping_gloves - https://twitter.com/dropping_gloves?s=20Instagram: @dropping_gloves John's Twitter: @johnscott_32 - https://twitter.com/johnscott_32?s=20Website: https://www.hockeyfights.com/Follow: @dropping_glovesSubscribe: youtube.com/johnscotthockey Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Must-watch games include CGY/WPG, BUF/FLA, EDM/LAK, and more. Featuring special guest Michał Kolasiński.Twitter: @dropping_gloves - https://twitter.com/dropping_gloves?s=20Instagram: @dropping_gloves John's Twitter: @johnscott_32 - https://twitter.com/johnscott_32?s=20Website: https://www.hockeyfights.com/Follow: @dropping_glovesSubscribe: youtube.com/johnscotthockey Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Tons of scraps, the Bruins clinch, Phoenix sues Tempe, and Torts watches from the press box.Twitter: @dropping_gloves - https://twitter.com/dropping_gloves?s=20Instagram: @dropping_gloves John's Twitter: @johnscott_32 - https://twitter.com/johnscott_32?s=20Website: https://www.hockeyfights.com/Follow: @dropping_glovesSubscribe: youtube.com/johnscotthockey Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Twitter: @dropping_gloves - https://twitter.com/dropping_gloves?s=20Instagram: @dropping_gloves John's Twitter: @johnscott_32 - https://twitter.com/johnscott_32?s=20Website: https://www.hockeyfights.com/Follow: @dropping_glovesSubscribe: youtube.com/johnscotthockey Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Twitter: @dropping_gloves - https://twitter.com/dropping_gloves?s=20Instagram: @dropping_gloves John's Twitter: @johnscott_32 - https://twitter.com/johnscott_32?s=20Website: https://www.hockeyfights.com/Follow: @dropping_glovesSubscribe: youtube.com/johnscotthockey Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

John talks with Kevin Bieksa about everything from fights to rivalries, superman punches, why he didn't want to get traded anywhere and more.Twitter: @dropping_gloves - https://twitter.com/dropping_gloves?s=20Instagram: @dropping_gloves John's Twitter: @johnscott_32 - https://twitter.com/johnscott_32?s=20Website: https://www.hockeyfights.com/Follow: @dropping_glovesSubscribe: youtube.com/johnscotthockey Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

John looks back on his career to share some stories of teammates being generous with their time and money. Some of the names might surprise you!Twitter: @dropping_gloves - https://twitter.com/dropping_gloves?s=20Instagram: @dropping_gloves John's Twitter: @johnscott_32 - https://twitter.com/johnscott_32?s=20Website: https://www.hockeyfights.com/Follow: @dropping_glovesSubscribe: youtube.com/johnscotthockey Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

With just a few games left in the season, here are the major stories to keep an eye on in the standings.Twitter: @dropping_gloves - https://twitter.com/dropping_gloves?s=20Instagram: @dropping_gloves John's Twitter: @johnscott_32 - https://twitter.com/johnscott_32?s=20Website: https://www.hockeyfights.com/Follow: @dropping_glovesSubscribe: youtube.com/johnscotthockey Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

John goes off on the latest antics from the Blues netminder. Also: is the news out of the QMJHL the beginning of the end of fighting?Twitter: @dropping_gloves - https://twitter.com/dropping_gloves?s=20Instagram: @dropping_gloves John's Twitter: @johnscott_32 - https://twitter.com/johnscott_32?s=20Website: https://www.hockeyfights.com/Follow: @dropping_glovesSubscribe: youtube.com/johnscotthockey Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

We regroup on some stats that may surprise you and John shares his take on some recent player news. His message: don't forget to have fun."Twitter: @dropping_gloves - https://twitter.com/dropping_gloves?s=20Instagram: @dropping_gloves John's Twitter: @johnscott_32 - https://twitter.com/johnscott_32?s=20Website: https://www.hockeyfights.com/Follow: @dropping_glovesSubscribe: youtube.com/johnscotthockey Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

John recaps one of the worst fights in league history and we break down some of the common reasons for so many bad contracts for defensemen.Twitter: @dropping_gloves - https://twitter.com/dropping_gloves?s=20Instagram: @dropping_gloves John's Twitter: @johnscott_32 - https://twitter.com/johnscott_32?s=20Website: https://www.hockeyfights.com/Follow: @dropping_glovesSubscribe: youtube.com/johnscotthockey Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

John shares his perspective as an enforcer on The Code and when it should be followed and when it's okay to break it.Twitter: @dropping_gloves - https://twitter.com/dropping_gloves?s=20Instagram: @dropping_gloves John's Twitter: @johnscott_32 - https://twitter.com/johnscott_32?s=20Website: https://www.hockeyfights.com/Follow: @dropping_glovesSubscribe: youtube.com/johnscotthockey Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

John and Tim each give their picks behind the best lines in the NHL... and why. Who did we leave out?Twitter: @dropping_gloves - https://twitter.com/dropping_gloves?s=20Instagram: @dropping_gloves John's Twitter: @johnscott_32 - https://twitter.com/johnscott_32?s=20Website: https://www.hockeyfights.com/Follow: @dropping_glovesSubscribe: youtube.com/johnscotthockey Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Who did well at the deadline and who failed? John and Tim share their winners and losers.Twitter: @dropping_gloves - https://twitter.com/dropping_gloves?s=20Instagram: @dropping_gloves John's Twitter: @johnscott_32 - https://twitter.com/johnscott_32?s=20Website: https://www.hockeyfights.com/Follow: @dropping_glovesSubscribe: youtube.com/johnscotthockey Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

We talked through a few more of the major trades that have come through and caught up with return guest Dylan Cozens about the strong season the Sabres are having.Twitter: @dropping_gloves - https://twitter.com/dropping_gloves?s=20Instagram: @dropping_gloves John's Twitter: @johnscott_32 - https://twitter.com/johnscott_32?s=20Website: https://www.hockeyfights.com/Follow: @dropping_glovesSubscribe: youtube.com/johnscotthockey Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

While John was in Rome, about a dozen major trades happened. We break down each of them as we inch closer toward Friday's deadline.Twitter: @dropping_gloves - https://twitter.com/dropping_gloves?s=20Instagram: @dropping_gloves John's Twitter: @johnscott_32 - https://twitter.com/johnscott_32?s=20Website: https://www.hockeyfights.com/Follow: @dropping_glovesSubscribe: youtube.com/johnscotthockey Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

John calls in from Rome (spotty connection) but we catch up on the Ryan O'Reilly trade, Zaitsev trade, and other rumors from around the league.Twitter: @dropping_gloves - https://twitter.com/dropping_gloves?s=20Instagram: @dropping_gloves John's Twitter: @johnscott_32 - https://twitter.com/johnscott_32?s=20Website: https://www.hockeyfights.com/Follow: @dropping_glovesSubscribe: youtube.com/johnscotthockey Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Allan Walsh has been on the Twitter machine and the wild card race in the East will be electric.Twitter: @dropping_gloves - https://twitter.com/dropping_gloves?s=20Instagram: @dropping_gloves John's Twitter: @johnscott_32 - https://twitter.com/johnscott_32?s=20Website: https://www.hockeyfights.com/Follow: @dropping_glovesSubscribe: youtube.com/johnscotthockey Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

We dive into the latest rumors on Meier, Kane, Karlsson, Chychrun, and Gavrikov - plus, what each of these teams should do at the deadline.Twitter: @dropping_gloves - https://twitter.com/dropping_gloves?s=20Instagram: @dropping_gloves John's Twitter: @johnscott_32 - https://twitter.com/johnscott_32?s=20Website: https://www.hockeyfights.com/Follow: @dropping_glovesSubscribe: youtube.com/johnscotthockey Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

We look through recent NHL history to see which teams have gone all-in at the deadline, and how that's worked out for them.Twitter: @dropping_gloves - https://twitter.com/dropping_gloves?s=20Instagram: @dropping_gloves John's Twitter: @johnscott_32 - https://twitter.com/johnscott_32?s=20Website: https://www.hockeyfights.com/Follow: @dropping_glovesSubscribe: youtube.com/johnscotthockey Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Who wins the Tarasenko trade? Plus more comments from Torts, Karlsson leaves the ice, and VGK looks like a different team without Mark Stone.Twitter: @dropping_gloves - https://twitter.com/dropping_gloves?s=20Instagram: @dropping_gloves John's Twitter: @johnscott_32 - https://twitter.com/johnscott_32?s=20Website: https://www.hockeyfights.com/Follow: @dropping_glovesSubscribe: youtube.com/johnscotthockey Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

A little bit of everything as the league returns for the second half of the season.Twitter: @dropping_gloves - https://twitter.com/dropping_gloves?s=20Instagram: @dropping_gloves John's Twitter: @johnscott_32 - https://twitter.com/johnscott_32?s=20Website: https://www.hockeyfights.com/Follow: @dropping_glovesSubscribe: youtube.com/johnscotthockey Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

We talk about the All Star Game weekend, Horvat deal in NY, and what the playoff picture could look like, particularly in the East.Twitter: @dropping_gloves - https://twitter.com/dropping_gloves?s=20Instagram: @dropping_gloves John's Twitter: @johnscott_32 - https://twitter.com/johnscott_32?s=20Website: https://www.hockeyfights.com/Follow: @dropping_glovesSubscribe: youtube.com/johnscotthockey Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

With the concerning report that viewership is down 22%, we break down the reasons behind it and what the league can do about it.Twitter: @dropping_gloves - https://twitter.com/dropping_gloves?s=20Instagram: @dropping_gloves John's Twitter: @johnscott_32 - https://twitter.com/johnscott_32?s=20Website: https://www.hockeyfights.com/Follow: @dropping_glovesSubscribe: youtube.com/johnscotthockey Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Looch shares about his early days in Boston, winning a cup, how he has approached fighting, and tons of insider stories you won't want to miss.Twitter: @dropping_gloves - https://twitter.com/dropping_gloves?s=20Instagram: @dropping_gloves John's Twitter: @johnscott_32 - https://twitter.com/johnscott_32?s=20Website: https://www.hockeyfights.com/Follow: @dropping_glovesSubscribe: youtube.com/johnscotthockey Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

We cover the latest rumors on Kane to the Rangers, Timo Meier to the Devils, Ryan O'Rielly on the block, Dylan Larkin negotiations, plus a few thoughts on what Trevor Zegras has allegedly said to Troy Stecher.Twitter: @dropping_gloves - https://twitter.com/dropping_gloves?s=20Instagram: @dropping_gloves John's Twitter: @johnscott_32 - https://twitter.com/johnscott_32?s=20Website: https://www.hockeyfights.com/Follow: @dropping_glovesSubscribe: youtube.com/johnscotthockey Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

We recapped the big fights from last night's games and then John shared his list of top 5 scrappers in today's leagues.Twitter: @dropping_gloves - https://twitter.com/dropping_gloves?s=20Instagram: @dropping_gloves John's Twitter: @johnscott_32 - https://twitter.com/johnscott_32?s=20Website: https://www.hockeyfights.com/Follow: @dropping_glovesSubscribe: youtube.com/johnscotthockey Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

We wrap up our regret carousel and touch on Lucic's fight and Tocchet's first game in Vancouver.Twitter: @dropping_gloves - https://twitter.com/dropping_gloves?s=20Instagram: @dropping_gloves John's Twitter: @johnscott_32 - https://twitter.com/johnscott_32?s=20Website: https://www.hockeyfights.com/Follow: @dropping_glovesSubscribe: youtube.com/johnscotthockey Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Talking about the Canucks coaching fiasco and whether or not Bruce was the problem for the Canucks. Where do they go from here?Twitter: @dropping_gloves - https://twitter.com/dropping_gloves?s=20Instagram: @dropping_gloves John's Twitter: @johnscott_32 - https://twitter.com/johnscott_32?s=20Website: https://www.hockeyfights.com/Follow: @dropping_glovesSubscribe: youtube.com/johnscotthockey Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

We got to talk to Greg, who's the one who started John's all star campaign in 2016, about his point of view and experience with the whole campaign.Twitter: @dropping_gloves - https://twitter.com/dropping_gloves?s=20Instagram: @dropping_gloves John's Twitter: @johnscott_32 - https://twitter.com/johnscott_32?s=20Website: https://www.hockeyfights.com/Follow: @dropping_glovesSubscribe: youtube.com/johnscotthockey Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

John and Tim run through the teams around the league and which decisions, contracts, trades, and signings they might look back on and regret.Twitter: @dropping_gloves - https://twitter.com/dropping_gloves?s=20Instagram: @dropping_gloves John's Twitter: @johnscott_32 - https://twitter.com/johnscott_32?s=20Website: https://www.hockeyfights.com/Follow: @dropping_glovesSubscribe: youtube.com/johnscotthockey Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

The Canucks had quite the whirlwind long weekend - here's the full breakdown. Plus Top and Bottom 3 teams, the change up out west, and more.Twitter: @dropping_gloves - https://twitter.com/dropping_gloves?s=20Instagram: @dropping_gloves John's Twitter: @johnscott_32 - https://twitter.com/johnscott_32?s=20Website: https://www.hockeyfights.com/Follow: @dropping_glovesSubscribe: youtube.com/johnscotthockey Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

We brought Elmer on, all 6'8" of him, and got to chat about his experience so far in the NHL and playing hockey as a tall guy.Twitter: @dropping_gloves - https://twitter.com/dropping_gloves?s=20Instagram: @dropping_gloves John's Twitter: @johnscott_32 - https://twitter.com/johnscott_32?s=20Website: https://www.hockeyfights.com/Follow: @dropping_glovesSubscribe: youtube.com/johnscotthockey Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

With the season halfway done, John and Tim select their picks for midseason awards and make some bold predictions for the second half.Twitter: @dropping_gloves - https://twitter.com/dropping_gloves?s=20Instagram: @dropping_gloves John's Twitter: @johnscott_32 - https://twitter.com/johnscott_32?s=20Website: https://www.hockeyfights.com/Follow: @dropping_glovesSubscribe: youtube.com/johnscotthockey Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

The Sabres are working their way toward a playoff spot, should they be buyers at the deadline? And look at how the Capitals have quietly turned their way back into serious contention.Twitter: @dropping_gloves - https://twitter.com/dropping_gloves?s=20Instagram: @dropping_gloves John's Twitter: @johnscott_32 - https://twitter.com/johnscott_32?s=20Website: https://www.hockeyfights.com/Follow: @dropping_glovesSubscribe: youtube.com/johnscotthockey Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

We review the picks for the All Star game, talk about Canada winning WJC Gold, and how John's ASG in 2016 is still relevant years later.Twitter: @dropping_gloves - https://twitter.com/dropping_gloves?s=20Instagram: @dropping_gloves John's Twitter: @johnscott_32 - https://twitter.com/johnscott_32?s=20Website: https://www.hockeyfights.com/Follow: @dropping_glovesSubscribe: youtube.com/johnscotthockey Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Seth Jarvis joins the show to talk about his road to the NHL, being coached by Rod the Bod, and expectations for the postseason.Twitter: @dropping_gloves - https://twitter.com/dropping_gloves?s=20Instagram: @dropping_gloves John's Twitter: @johnscott_32 - https://twitter.com/johnscott_32?s=20Website: https://www.hockeyfights.com/Follow: @dropping_glovesSubscribe: youtube.com/johnscotthockey Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

John dug up some numbers on how the good teams are able to stay consistent and why that matters in the postseason.Twitter: @dropping_gloves - https://twitter.com/dropping_gloves?s=20Instagram: @dropping_gloves John's Twitter: @johnscott_32 - https://twitter.com/johnscott_32?s=20Website: https://www.hockeyfights.com/Follow: @dropping_glovesSubscribe: youtube.com/johnscotthockey Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

We touch on Team Canada at the WJC, how Rantanen has kept the Avs in contention, and some possible trade candidates in the West.Twitter: @dropping_gloves - https://twitter.com/dropping_gloves?s=20Instagram: @dropping_gloves John's Twitter: @johnscott_32 - https://twitter.com/johnscott_32?s=20Website: https://www.hockeyfights.com/Follow: @dropping_glovesSubscribe: youtube.com/johnscotthockey Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

John and Tim record live from the Great Lakes Invitational in Grand Rapids, MI. John also catches up with Michigan Tech Athletic Director Suzanne Sanregret about the growth of MTU's athletics program.Twitter: @dropping_gloves - https://twitter.com/dropping_gloves?s=20Instagram: @dropping_gloves John's Twitter: @johnscott_32 - https://twitter.com/johnscott_32?s=20Website: https://www.hockeyfights.com/Follow: @dropping_glovesSubscribe: youtube.com/johnscotthockey Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

John and Tim touch base on the holidays and which teams are falling out of the playoff picture at 30 games in.Twitter: @dropping_gloves - https://twitter.com/dropping_gloves?s=20Instagram: @dropping_gloves John's Twitter: @johnscott_32 - https://twitter.com/johnscott_32?s=20Website: https://www.hockeyfights.com/Follow: @dropping_glovesSubscribe: youtube.com/johnscotthockey Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

John catches up with Oesterle, who played for Western Michigan before an NHL team that has seen him in Edmonton, Chicago, Arizona, and Detroit.Twitter: @dropping_gloves - https://twitter.com/dropping_gloves?s=20Instagram: @dropping_gloves John's Twitter: @johnscott_32 - https://twitter.com/johnscott_32?s=20Website: https://www.hockeyfights.com/Follow: @dropping_glovesSubscribe: youtube.com/johnscotthockey Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

We talked about some of the teams that SHOULD be playing a lot better than they are. Is it time to hit the panic button?Twitter: @dropping_gloves - https://twitter.com/dropping_gloves?s=20Instagram: @dropping_gloves John's Twitter: @johnscott_32 - https://twitter.com/johnscott_32?s=20Website: https://www.hockeyfights.com/Follow: @dropping_glovesSubscribe: youtube.com/johnscotthockey Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

John catches up with former team Ryan Miller about playing college hockey, what he's up to now, and some thoughts on what's happening in the league today.Twitter: @dropping_gloves - https://twitter.com/dropping_gloves?s=20Instagram: @dropping_gloves John's Twitter: @johnscott_32 - https://twitter.com/johnscott_32?s=20Website: https://www.hockeyfights.com/Follow: @dropping_glovesSubscribe: youtube.com/johnscotthockey Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

We caught up with Josh who's having a career year in Winnipeg about his journey to the show, how he prepares, and the strong start the Jets have had.Twitter: @dropping_gloves - https://twitter.com/dropping_gloves?s=20Instagram: @dropping_gloves John's Twitter: @johnscott_32 - https://twitter.com/johnscott_32?s=20Website: https://www.hockeyfights.com/Follow: @dropping_glovesSubscribe: youtube.com/johnscotthockey Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

How Wolverine almost played John in a movie, analyzing the Reaves hit, and why Bettman's comments on the salary cap is bad for the league.Twitter: @dropping_gloves - https://twitter.com/dropping_gloves?s=20Instagram: @dropping_gloves John's Twitter: @johnscott_32 - https://twitter.com/johnscott_32?s=20Website: https://www.hockeyfights.com/Follow: @dropping_glovesSubscribe: youtube.com/johnscotthockey Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.