Episode 161 of the Sound Of Hockey Podcast is here. Lots to break down for the guys this week, both from the Kraken perspective and from the hockey world in general. First, they dig in a bit on Seattle’s first homestand and what they liked and didn’t like from the team, as well as the experience of attending the games. They also share some updates on what’s coming from the Kraken for the rest of the week.
They then move on to the story that gripped the whole hockey world this past week, which was the Kyle Beach and Chicago Blackhawks situation. Interestingly, John, Andy, and Darren did not go into the show with the intention of talking about it that much, being that it has been discussed so broadly over the last week. But once they got talking about it, it was hard to stop.
We then get an update of what’s happening down on the farm, a Serious Business, Goalie Gear Corner, and Bad Boys. We also hear a Get Off My Lawn from Darren, who is irked that other larger outlets seem to have no issue stealing content.
The show closes with Weekly One-Timers and Tweets of the Week.
Sound Of Hockey is fresh off of an unforgettable opening night at Climate Pledge Arena, and John, Andy, and Darren have lots of recapping to do. From the game itself and analysis of the state of the Seattle Kraken to the game presentation and fans in Crapweasels jerseys, there’s a lot to unpack.
The discussion of Saturday night’s momentous event takes up a good chunk of the episode, but eventually the guys move on to their segbits, which travel all around the NHL and even take a look at what’s happening with some of Seattle’s prospects with the AHL’s Charlotte Checkers.
This week represents the triumphant return of Sound Of Hockey’s Three Stars. You’ll also get another round of Pacific Pulse, a Goalie Gear Corner, Weekly One-Timers, and Tweets of the Week.
A LOT has happened in the hockey world since the last Sound Of Hockey Podcast episode, and the guys are back to bring you up to speed. Specifically, the Seattle Kraken have played five road games since the last show, so there’s a ton to discuss from those games. John and Darren also share their experiences from the game in Vegas and John discusses his experience from Nashville.
The segbits get a little out of control this week.Pacific Pulse (new segbit) Serious Business Bad Boys You Don’t See That Every Day Weekly One-Timers Tweets of the Week
And don’t worry, the guys work in some discussion on the Evander Kane fake vax card.
Also, disclaimer… Darren apologizes for forgetting to turn the volume on his mic down when the guys welcome TIM LEIWEKE, CEO OF OAK VIEW GROUP, THE ORGANIZATION BUILDING CLIMATE PLEDGE ARENA onto the show! The Seattle Kraken never would have happened if it weren’t for Tim, and he’s here to share his story. It’s a good one, so tune in for this. He will get you SO PUMPED for opening night at Climate Pledge Arena.
Plus, plenty of Kraken hockey talk to get you ready for the team’s first game in Vegas, a general (but focused) NHL season preview, and of course news from around the league.
Segments this week include Serious Business, Weekly One-Timers, and Tweets of the Week.
Heavy Kraken talk is becoming the norm on the Sound Of Hockey Podcast, and this episode is no different because the guys have plenty to discuss. After the last two “home” preseason games, played in Everett and Kent, John, Andy, and Darren share their thoughts on what they’re seeing from the team.
Next, Andy gives a WHL update. Then the guys dig into the Robin Lehner situation that arose this week, as he has gotten himself involved in the Jack Eichel saga in an interesting way.
Finally, the guys roll into segments, which feature You Don’t See That Every Day, Serious Business, Weekly One-Timers, and an underwhelming Tweets of the Week.
The Sound Of Hockey guys are riding high for Episode 156, as they’re back in BarrDown Studios to record together for the first time since the start of the pandemic, and the Seattle Kraken are playing real (preseason) hockey.
There’s plenty of Kraken talk in this episode, as John, Andy, and Darren relive their experiences from the first-ever preseason game for the franchise, which was played in Spokane this past week. They discuss their own feelings from the day, the hints at what the Kraken Game Ops Department will do, and how the team looked on the ice.
Also in this episode, Andy and Darren chat with Chris Joswiak, the pro rep for Brian’s Custom Sports, because who doesn’t like a good Brian’s setup? Yes, things get a little heavy on the goalie gear in this conversation, but it’s a fascinating interview from which the guys think all hockey fans will learn.
Segments on this episode include Weekly One-Timers and Tweets of the Week.
