by Darren Brown | May 6, 2019 | Uncategorized
Episode 35 of Sound of Hockey is a long one because, well, the guys have a LOT to talk about right now.
This episode starts with what will be the final “in-season” Re:Torts of the year, being that the CBJ’s have been eliminated since this one was recorded. The guys also break down Don Cherry’s latest comments about the Carolina Hurricanes and their jerk-ish ways. SPOILER: Don still doesn’t like them.
Next, you’ll get a beefy Seattle update and a review of the WHL draft (plus the chaos that ensued), before a spirited discussion of the latest groundbreaking news in women’s hockey.
When the guys finally dig in to the NHL Playoffs, you’ll hear about some of the intriguing gamesmanship that has been happening in Round 2, before getting your dose of Weekly One-Timers and even an introduction to a couple new segments.
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by Darren Brown | Apr 17, 2019 | Uncategorized
Sound of Hockey just couldn’t sit on this awesome interview with Sean McIndoe of TheAthletic, Puck Soup, Biscuits (a Hockey Podcast), and “The Down Goes Brown History of the NHL” fame, so the guys decided to do a special bonus episode!
With Sean, the guys discuss why he loves taking such a historically-driven approach to writing about hockey. They also go in depth on the Columbus Blue Jackets’ sweep of the Tampa Bay Lightning and where those teams go from here.
Plus, plenty of discussion about Sean’s life as a Maple Leafs fan in a world where that team is suddenly competitive, what happens next in the NHL Playoffs, and just how rigged the NHL Draft Lottery actually is.
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by Darren Brown | Apr 9, 2019 | Uncategorized
It’s the most wonderful time of the year, and the Sound of Hockey is giddy with excitement. That’s right, the NHL Playoffs have officially arrived, and your favorite podcast hosts are here to talk about it.
In Episode 31, we get a solid breakdown of which first-round series should be watched, which teams (other than Tampa Bay) could be favorites, and which teams could be darkhorses.
Plus, lots of talk about the latest twirl of the NHL coaching carousel, as Joel Quenneville was officially hired by the Florida Panthers in a somewhat shocking move in the past few days. A few other coaches were meanwhile relieved of their posts, so the guys consider which options may be out there to fill vacancies.
John also gives us the latest on the CWHL/NWHL saga, as well as some interesting Seattle tidbits, Andy gives a WHL playoff update, and Darren leads a robust round of Weekly One-Timers.
Other segments include “You Don’t See That Every Day” and “Games on the Radar.”
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by Darren Brown | Apr 2, 2019 | Uncategorized
Another fun show!
Episode 30 features a very interesting interview with Devan McConnell, who is the Head of Hockey Performance and Sport Science at UMass Lowell. Devan shares some fascinating insight on what it takes to help high-level athletes reach peak performance, and some of the technologies and philosophies that go into it. You will definitely enjoy this interview.
Also in this episode, with John away at Miracle On Ice Fantasy Camp in Lake Placid, Andy and Darren are left to their own devices for a lot of the show (which John will OBVIOUSLY regret). Fortunately for John, Andy and Darren are nice enough to loop him in for a phone call, on which they discuss John’s experiences at Camp, and the recent news that the CWHL will be disbanding.
Plus, Darren recaps his visit to hockey hotbed Montreal, plenty of conversation about the clarifying NHL playoff race, a WHL playoff update, and a NCAA Tournament update.
Segments on Episode 30 include Goalie Gear Fighting Corner/You Don’t See That Every Day (combined), Weekly One-Timers (which is a struggle without John’s sound effects), and Games On the Radar.
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by Darren Brown | Mar 27, 2019 | Uncategorized
This… is… a… BIG one!
On Episode 29 of Sound of Hockey, Greg Wyshynski of ESPN, ESPN On Ice, Puck Soup, Marek Versus Wyshynski, and Puck Daddy fame stops by the pod, and he’s predictably AWESOME!
With Greg, the guys discuss all things sports media and his expectations for the Seattle franchise, and he even does one of his infamous impressions, which you certainly won’t want to miss. It’s a very fun interview, so prepare for some chuckles.
Also in this episode, Andy gives a quick update on WHL playoffs, which are happening now, John gives a recap of the CWHL’s Clarkson Cup Final and the Women’s Frozen Four, and Darren breaks down the upcoming NCAA Men’s Hockey Tournament (the TRUE March Madness!). Oh, and don’t worry, there’s plenty of general NHL talk in this one as well, with the layoffs just around the corner.
Segments on this show include the long-awaited return of Get Off My Lawn, plus Weekly One-Timers, Games on the Radar, and a new… well… pseudo… segment.
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by Darren Brown | Mar 17, 2019 | Uncategorized
The latest Sound of Hockey is a fun one! The guys reveal who was the tipsy host on last week’s episode, and the answer might surprise you!
Next, they dive into a WHL playoff primer, then a NHL playoff debate over who will be the last teams to qualify, and they even give a NWHL Final recap.
John also shares some of the hilarious backlash he received from fans of opposing teams online for daring to indicate that Seattle might be able to actually get good players in the 2021 Expansion Draft.
Later, the guys partake in a special St. Patrick’s Day edition of Goalie Gear Corner, before moving onto other great segments like “You Don’t See That Every Day,” Weekly One-Timers, and Games on the Radar.
Oh, and they make fun of Don Cherry quite a bit.
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by Darren Brown | Mar 12, 2019 | Uncategorized
It’s a gigantic (and slightly tipsy) episode of Sound of Hockey this week, as the guys ended up recording the bulk of the episode following some post-SeaHAC college sodas… See if you can figure out who had the most!
Featured on this episode is Alison Lukan, an outstanding writer for TheAthletic who covers the Columbus Blue Jackets with an analytical flair. From Alison, John and Darren learn how she uses that analytical approach to tell her story, while still connecting with a broad hockey audience, and even how she uses her knowledge to connect with John Tortorella. She also gives tons of great Torts anecdotes and gives her opinions on the CBJ trades, so you won’t want to miss this interview.
Also in this episode, the guys give a thorough review of the fantastic event that was the Seattle Hockey Analytics Conference and what they took away from that, before eventually diving into such segments as “You Don’t See That Every Day,” “Weekly One-Timers,” and “Games On the Radar.” Plus plenty of general NHL talk, as always.
This is a fun episode filled with chuckles.
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by Darren Brown | Mar 4, 2019 | Uncategorized
There are lots of chuckles to be had on Episode 26 of Sound of Hockey!
This week, Sound of Hockey breaks down a few big stories from around the NHL, including Jarome Iginla’s jersey being retired, which sparks a roaring debate about who will be the first Crapweasel with his number in the rafters. Also discussed is the Senators’ firing of Guy Boucher because… why not?… and also the less-than-triumphant return of John Tavares to Long Island.
Plus, you will hear John’s breakdown of his fun hockey-centric trip to Boston, Andy’s recap of the latest Seattle-area WHL action, and lots of great segments, including (but not limited to) Goalie Gear Corner, You Don’t See That Every Day, and Weekly One-Timers.
Oh, and the guys (sort of) introduce a new segment at the top of the show, which you won’t want to miss.
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by Darren Brown | Feb 26, 2019 | Uncategorized
GIGANTIC EPISODE this week!
Dave Christian, gold medalist from the 1980 Miracle on Ice team, 15-year NHL veteran, and member of the US Hockey Hall of Fame joins Sound of Hockey for a super fun interview.
With Dave, the guys discuss his very successful – but sometimes overshadowed – NHL career, how Team USA prepped for the final game after beating the Soviets, and even about his experiences playing for the Minnesota Moose. Dave shares some fantastic stories from his long hockey career that you won’t want to miss.
Also in this episode, lots of fantastic post-trade-deadline banter, a WHL update, more John Tortorella zaniness, and Darren gets put in his place by a couple of listeners.
And of course, segments like Weekly One-Timers, Games on the Radar, and Goalie Gear Corner.
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by Darren Brown | Feb 19, 2019 | Uncategorized
It happened again! Don Cherry is really mad that the Carolina Hurricanes are having fun, and Sound of Hockey is here to analyze his antiquated analysis.
In Episode 24, Andy gives a robust update on the WHL, where everybody is kung fu fighting these days. John also shares some recent speculation about how the Maple Leafs’ roster in 2021 could factor into the Seattle expansion draft, and pulls some data on American-born hockey players and how their numbers are trending in the NHL. Darren shares some of the latest NHL trades, and together, the guys break down those deals.
Plus, our lovable hosts play a very literal game of Buy, Sell, or Hold (in which they determine if certain teams should be buyers at the upcoming trade deadline), before moving into Weekly One-Timers, featuring some interesting news out of Edmonton and Cory Schneider finally winning a game.
They close out the show with “You Don’t See That Every Day” and “Games on the Radar.”
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