Episode 242 – Featuring Joey Daccord

The Sound Of Hockey Podcast is thrilled to welcome back Joey Daccord for his third appearance on the show, as he prepares for the AHL Calder Cup Final with the Coachella Valley Firebirds. The always affable Daccord shares his memories from his stints with the Kraken this season and talks about how exciting this run through the AHL playoffs has been. You won’t want to miss this interview.

Aside from the conversation with Joey, John and Darren welcome Curtis back to the studio for the remainder of the show. The trio meanders through various topics on this episode, from the Thunderbirds and their exciting trip to the Memorial Cup to what’s happening in the Stanley Cup Final. Plus, talk about coach hirings, the recent Gary Bettman presser, and more.

Segments on this episode include:

• Goalie Gear Corner
• Shame On Us (new segment)
• Weekly One-Timers
• Tweets of the Week
• Three Stars

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Episode 238 – Buffer of Anxiety

The Kraken have gotten off to a good start in Round 2 against the Dallas Stars, and John and Darren are back for another Sound Of Hockey Podcast, bringing you up to speed on all the details. 

Aside from oodles of Kraken talk, you’ll also get a Coachella Valley Firebirds update and some Thunderbirds talk. Plus, a look around the NHL as a whole, and some discussion on the Blackhawks winning the Draft Lottery.

Segments include:

• Weekly One-Timers
• Tweets of the Week
• Three Stars

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Episode 237 – Who’s Next?

The Seattle Kraken shocked the world in Round 1 of the Stanley Cup Playoffs by knocking off the defending champion Colorado Avalanche in Game 7. Darren was in the building for the game, and John was home having heart palpitations, so both give their thoughts on that thrilling experience.

They then shift their focus to the second round, where the Kraken will take on the Dallas Stars.

Next, the guys go Down on the Farm to chat about Jagger Firkus joining the Coachella Valley Firebirds and to give an update on the Firebirds’ playoff run. They also do a quick WHL Update to talk about the Seattle Thunderbirds, then take a trip around the NHL.

Finally, they shift to segments, which include:

• Weekly One-Timers
• Tweets of the Week
• Three Stars

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Episode 235 – For Andy

It’s been a hard week for Sound Of Hockey. Our good friend, Andy Eide, one third of the Sound Of Hockey Podcast, passed away Friday after suffering a stroke on March 18. In this episode, Darren and John pay tribute to their friend.

Andy would want the show to go on, and he would want the guys to talk about the Kraken and their upcoming playoff run, so that’s what happens next.

On this show, SOH also has interviews with Alex Wennberg and Seattle Thunderbirds coach Matt O’Dette.

If you can get through the sad parts at the beginning, it’s a pretty great episode.

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Episode 234 – Too Much Alison Lukan??

The best friend of the pod is back, and she may even be getting promoted to “super friend” after this episode, on which she acts as a guest host for the entire episode.

It’s a really fun episode that starts with a lot of bickering, then EXTENSIVE Kraken talk. As is tradition with Alison, this episode does have a little more numerical/statistical data to back up and/or shoot down John and Darren’s takes, which adds an interesting layer.

On this show, you’ll also get a WHL/OHL update, and then some segments. Segments this week include:

• Down on the Farm
• You Don’t See That Every Day
• Weekly One-Timers
• Tweets of the Week
• Three Stars

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Episode 233 – Playoff Matchups?

It’s been an up-and-down week for the Kraken, but they are still in a good spot for making the Stanley Cup Playoffs. So, on the latest Sound Of Hockey Podcast episode, John and Darren discuss the postseason landscape and where the Kraken might fit into it.

They start the show with a breakdown of the latest Kraken games, then give some updates from around the Western Conference.

Next, they go over to the WHL for some info about the upcoming playoffs, then to the PHF for a recap of their Isobel Cup championship game, and finally to the NCAA for a quick preview of the upcoming Men’s Frozen Four.

Once they’ve gotten through all that stuff, they shift to segments, which this week include:

• Bad Boys
• Weekly One-Timers
• Tweets of the Week
• Three Stars
• Games on the Radar

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Episode 229 – Deadline Mania, Featuring Eddie Olczyk

It’s been a bonkers week around the NHL, and the Sound Of Hockey welcomes Eddie Olczyk back this week to talk about it. With Edzo, who is checking in from Las Vegas, the guys talk about his whirlwind season, and he gives his thoughts on what has been going on in the lead-up to the NHL Trade Deadline. It’s a fun convo. 

The interview is just a small piece of a supersized episode, though. John and Darren (no Andy this week) go deep into what has been happening with the Kraken and their expectations for what the team will do before Friday’s deadline. 

After the Olczyk interview, the guys jump to a robust “Interesting or Carry On” to get through all of the big trades around the NHL. They then shift to segments, which this week include: 

• Bad Boys
• Weekly One-Timers
• Tweets of the Week
• Two Stars

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Episode 228 – Cozies Only™

The latest episode of the Sound Of Hockey Podcast starts on a strange note, as Darren pitches his idea of a new dating app to John and Andy. John is immediately sold on the idea, but Andy is skeptical. 

After that, the guys get things on the rails a bit more, and they talk about the latest Kraken games, which featured two nice wins and one dud of a loss. John also goes on a couple tangents about Seattle’s recent “Hero of the Deep” honorees, to whom he has personal connections. 

Eventually, the show shifts to general NHL talk, where trade season is in full swing. Ryan O’Reilly was traded to the Maple Leafs, and Tyler Motte was traded to the Rangers, so the guys give their opinions on those deals.

Up next, it’s segments, which feature: 

• You Don’t See That Every Day
• Weekly One-Timers
• Three Stars
• Tweets of the Week

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Episode 227 – Blame the Intern

The Kraken are back in town for the first time in forever, and a lot has happened around the NHL since they were last home. Seattle took its lumps on a five-game road trip through New York, New Jersey, Philadelphia, and Winnipeg, so the Sound Of Hockey breaks down that trip, and Darren shares some of his memories from the road. 

Next, the guys discuss John’s recent goalie breakdown on soundofhockey.com that argued the Kraken should use Philipp Grubauer more. 

Once they’ve finished most of their Kraken talk, John, Andy, and Darren talk about the blockbuster trade that sent Vladimir Tarasenko to the Rangers, as well as some names that seem to be getting bandied about before the Trade Deadline. 

Finally, the show meanders to segments, which this week include: 

• Goalie Gear Corner
• You Don’t See That Every Day
• Weekly One-Timers
• Tweets of the Week
• Three Stars

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Episode 226 – Mailbag Part II

The Seattle Kraken returned to play after a nine-day layoff this week, but started with a stinker of a game against the Islanders. In that game, Andre Burakovsky got injured in the first minute and has since been placed on injured reserve. John, Andy, and Darren break down what that means for the team and recap a tough game on Long Island. 

After that, they move on to general Kraken talk, including reaction to the Jaycob Megna trade and the introduction of the Kraken youth AAA program. 

Next, Andy gives a W- er, CHL Update before the guys shift to Part II of the Mailbag questions that got asked last week. 

Finally, the show moves to segments, which this week include Weekly One-Timers, Goalie Gear Corner, Tweets of the Week, and Three Stars. 

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Episode 225 – All-Star Mailbag

The Seattle Kraken have hit the NHL All-Star break in first place in the Pacific Division. On this episode of the Sound Of Hockey Podcast, John, Andy, and Darren answer oodles of your Mailbag questions as the primary focus of the show. 

Before the Mailbag, they break down Seattle’s last two games before the break, discuss Matty Beniers having to miss the All-Star Game due to injury, and take a trip Down on the Farm. 

After the Mailbag, the show shifts to segments, which this week include: 

• Goalie Gear Corner
• Bad Boys
• Weekly One-Timers
• Tweets of the Week
• Three Stars

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Episode 221 – Winter (Classic) Is Coming

It’s been a down-and-up week for the Kraken, who hit perhaps the low point of their season at home against the Oilers last week, but bounced back for wins agains the Islanders and revenge on those same Oilers. 

Aside from the games, enormous news got announced, as T-Mobile Park will host the Kraken and Golden Knights for next year’s Winter Classic in Seattle. John, Andy, and Darren give their hot takes on how that event will look and what it will mean for the city. 

After that, the guys shift to segbits, which this week include: 

• Down on the Farm
• Goalie Gear Corner
• Weekly One-Timers
• Tweets of the Week
• Three Stars

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Episode 220 – Recency Bias

Just one week after John Barr failed to show up for the episode named after him, Andy Eide pulls a similar stunt in Episode 220. Thankfully, this show has Darren Brown to hold everything together. Phew! 

It is a fun one, though, as Darren and John get together to discuss all things Kraken, despite both having endured some difficult weather elements in recent days. 

First, the guys break down Seattle’s losses to Vancouver and Calgary, then consider how things are looking on the whole for the team, which actually has a pretty bad record now over its last 10 games. 

Next, they go Down on the Farm to discuss the World Junior Championship before shifting to segments, which this week include: 

• Goalie Gear Corner
• Bad Boys
• Weekly One-Timers
• Three Stars

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Episode 214 – Pick a Lane

Episode 213 – The Shortcomings of Darren (Also, the Kraken Are Streaking!)

On the latest episode of the Sound Of Hockey Podcast, the guys consider an important rhetorical question, wondering which of the three hosts–John, Andy, or Darren–you, the listener dislikes. Once they’re done waxing poetic, they jump into Kraken talk, recapping Seattle’s last three games and discussing this current five-game win streak. 

That talk leads to an interesting Hype-o-thetical about the Trade Deadline and how the Kraken might approach that. 

Once they’re done with Kraken talk, the guys to a WHL Update, then dive into segments. 

Segments this week feature Goalie Gear Corner, Bad Boys, Weekly One-Timers, and Tweets of the Week.

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Episode 212 – The Kraken Are Above .500 (We Hope This Title Ages Well)!

It’s a new episode of the Sound Of Hockey Podcast, and the vibes for the Seattle Kraken are quite high right now (hopefully those vibes persist for a while). John, Andy, and Darren talk first about Darren’s Halloween costume, which was quite funny, then dive right into a breakdown of all of Seattle’s most recent games, including a stunning 5-4 comeback win over the Calgary Flames. 

Down on the Farm, the Coachella Valley Firebirds have finished their Seattle “residency,” and Jesper Froden has been named the AHL’s Player of the Month. 

Next, Andy leads an interesting WHL Update that covers the Thunderbirds, Silvertips, and a unique record for the Red Deer Rebels. 

The show then shifts to segbits, which this week features You Don’t See That Every Day, Bad Boys, Weekly One-Timers, and Tweets of the Week.

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Episode 211 – Are Things Trending Up? Maybe?

It’s a new Sound Of Hockey Podcast Episode! This one has *lots* of Seattle Kraken coverage, as the team has had a few highs and lows over the past week, with highs being the wins against Colorado and Buffalo, and the low being a painful loss in Chicago. 

The guys also discuss the new Reverse Retro jerseys from across the NHL and give their favorites and least favorites. They also share their reactions to the Kraken Reverse Retro jersey. 

Next, the show talks about the recent Coachella Valley Firebirds games that were played in Seattle and Andy gives a WHL Update. 

Segments include Goalie Gear Corner, You Don’t See That Every Day, Weekly One-Timers, and Tweets of the Week.

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Episode 210 – The Vibes Are Weird

On this latest Sound Of Hockey episode, the guys take a temperature check on the Seattle Kraken after four games and determine that the vibes are, in fact, weird. 

Not sure what to make of the team that looked dominant in the first two games and dismal in the next two, John, Andy, and Darren dig into the good and the bad of what they’ve seen so far. They also discuss what’s been happening with Shane Wright and his limited minutes, as well as the goaltending. 

From there, it becomes a rather segbit-heavy show, as the guys dive right into Down on the Farm to discuss the first two Coachella Valley Firebirds games. They then shift to Bad Boys, You Don’t See That Every Day, Weekly One-Timers, and Tweets of the Week.

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Episode 209 – The Season Is Here! Plus, Digging Into New Kraken Gameday Experience

It’s here! It’s here! It’s finally here! 

The second season in the history of the Seattle Kraken has arrived, and the Sound Of Hockey Podcast is thrilled about it. With Andy absent for this episode, John and Darren manage to talk listeners through the 23-man roster that will open the season Wednesday in Anaheim. They also review the last preseason game, project forward lines, and give thanks that Joey Daccord is still in the organization. 

Additionally, John and Darren got the goods from Kraken VP of Marketing, Katie Townsend, about all of the exciting changes fans can expect for the gameday experience at Climate Pledge Arena. Darren wrote about this on soundofhockey.com, in case you’re looking for more info on this topic. Spoiler: there are a LOT of changes coming this season. 

After talking about the in-arena updates, the show shifts to segments. Segments for this episode include Goalie Gear Corner, Weekly One-Timers, and TWEET of the Week. 

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Episode 208 – Featuring Chris Driedger and a Robust Mailbag

This is a fun episode of the Sound Of Hockey Podcast, featuring another big-time guest. Kraken goalie Chris Driedger stops by for a relatively short interview to talk about his new charity, Driedger’s Keepers, as well as how he’s feeling after his offseason knee injury and his expectations for the Kraken this season. 

Aside from the Driedger interview, John, Andy, and Darren answered a whole bunch of questions from the Mailbag, which got plenty of great participation this week and leads to some spirited conversation. 

Before getting to those parts of the show, though, you’ll get a breakdown of the three Kraken preseason games that have been played since the last episode, a discussion on who got sent down and/or waived by Seattle, and thoughts on who will make the opening night roster. 

After the Driedger interview, the show shifts to segments, which this week include Goalie Gear Corner, Weekly One-Timers, and Tweets of the Week.

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Episode 207 – Wright Debuts, Tanev Returns

Seattle Kraken training camp is in full swing, and the guys are grinding to bring you top-notch coverage of the team. This week, John, Andy, and Darren spend lots of time talking about the Kraken and what they’ve seen and heard from the players in the first week of camp and first two preseason games. 

Discussion highlights include Brandon Tanev’s return to game action, Shane Wright’s debut in Kraken colors, and the curious case of Daniel Sprong, who is competing for a contract. 

John also shares some of his thoughts on the upgraded Kraken TV broadcast, and Andy gives a WHL Update. 

Next, the guys shift into segments, starting with Goalie Gear Corner, then a Kraken-centric Bad Boys, then Weekly One-Timers, and finally Tweets of the Week. 

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Episode 206 – Featuring Nick Olczyk AND Eddie Olczyk

Seattle Kraken training camp is here, so the timing is right for a SUPER-SIZED episode of the Sound Of Hockey Podcast, featuring two outstanding guests. This week, the guys talk to father/son dynamic duo Eddie and Nick Olczyk simultaneously, live and in person from Kraken Community Iceplex. During the very unique interview, the guys get the lowdown on how Eddie landed with the Kraken, Nick’s memories from his jump to broadcasting for the Blackhawks, and some very fun stories along the way. You will LOVE this interview. 

The show doesn’t stop with the interview, though, as this is a great episode from top to bottom. Get a report from Kraken rookie camp, a recap of a fun on-ice media hockey clinic, and an update on the latest Kraken news. John, Andy, and Darren also discuss this recent training camp preview from soundofhockey.com and predict how the roster might shake out. 

After the interview with Eddie and Nick, the episode shifts to Goalie Gear Corner, Weekly One-Timers, and Tweets of the Week. 

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Episode 205 – Featuring Alex Mandrycky

Seattle Kraken Training Camp is almost here, and who better to talk to in the waning days of the offseason than Kraken assistant general manager Alex Mandrycky?! 

John, Andy, and Darren interviewed Alex at Kraken Community Iceplex on the same morning the news of her promotion to AGM got announced. So, it’s a bit of a celebratory conversation, but it also has plenty of substance. From offseason moves to the future of Mandrycky’s role, it’s a conversation that you will enjoy. 

Aside from the interview, there’s some Kraken news to discuss, as the guys get you ready for the new season. Plus, a WHL update and signings around the NHL.

After the Mandrycky interview, the guys shift to segments, which this week feature Goalie Gear Corner, Weekly One-Timers, and a surprise Let’s Get Quizzical. 

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Episode 204 – Featuring Chris Peters

Episode 203 – Featuring Yanni Gourde

Episode 202 – A Quick Late-Summer Jaunt

This week’s episode of the Sound Of Hockey Podcast is a quick one but a fun one. With minimal Kraken news to discuss, John, Andy, and Darren focus on the hockey world as a whole. 

They start with a brief World Junior Championship discussion, then move to a WHL Update, which focuses on Portland’s completion of its re-brand, which many folks have argued looks quite similar to Kraken colors. 

Next, they move on to segments, which this week features Bad Boys, Goalie Gear Corner, Weekly One-Timers, and Tweets of the Week.

FYI, the next couple weeks will be a little different, with interviews being the focus, but there will still be content coming over that time. 

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Episode 201 – A New Era

The new era of the Sound Of Hockey Podcast has arrived. Nothing has changed, really, but now the guys are beyond Episode 200 and into a new realm of numbers. On this episode, the guys start (as they typically do) with Kraken news, focused around the Eddie Olczyk announcement, the Firebirds’ full Seattle schedule, and the upcoming “SeaHac” conference.

John, Andy, and Darren then have a nice conversation to further break down this article on soundofhockey.com, which considered some possible line combinations the Kraken could deploy this season. 

After Kraken talk, the show shifts to World Juniors, Women’s Worlds, and NHL talk, specifically Nazem Kadri landing in Calgary. Then it goes to segments, which features the triumphant return of Goalie Gear Corner, Weekly One-Timers, and Tweets of the Week. 

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Episode 200 – Featuring Alison Lukan and Robert Kron

Episode 199 – More Mailbag Fun

Episode 198 – Feeling Hot Hot Hot… About the Kraken’s Latest Moves

We’re having a heat wave in the Pacific Northwest, and the weather warmed just as the Kraken made some hot offseason moves. Coincidence? Probably. 

Seattle pulled an unexpected and slick trade for Oliver Bjorkstrand, signed Michal Kempny, and re-signed Morgan Geekie and Ryan Donato. On this episode of the Sound Of Hockey Podcast, John, Andy, and Darren breakdown these moves and more. 

Once the talk of these recent dealings subsides, the guys shift to answering questions from their mailbag, which got plenty of participation this week.

Next, they discuss recent trades and signings made around the league, especially the Matthew Tkachuk/Johnathan Huberdeau blockbuster. 

Finally, the hosts close out the show with Weekly One-Timers and Tweets of the Week.

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Episode 197 – Are the Kraken Mostly Done with Offseason Moves?

It has been a very busy week around the hockey world and for the Seattle Kraken. Now that the dust has settled, John, Andy, and Darren have a lot to recap and consider, and they do just that on this week’s episode of the Sound Of Hockey Podcast. 

The guys start with a breakdown of Seattle’s biggest free agent signings and give their thoughts on what the team did as a whole. They also discuss Ron Francis’s closing press conference on free agency day and the reports that Eddie Olczyk could be joining the Kraken organization. 

After lots of Kraken talk, the guys shift their attention to the NHL as a whole, giving time to the Matthew Tkachuk situation in Calgary and Johnny Gaudreau’s departure from that team. They also do an “Interesting or Carry On” for free-agent signings and trades throughout the league. 

They close the show with Weekly One-Timers and Tweets of the Week.

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Episode 196 – Donato Likely Out / Prospects Here / Free Agency Prep

Episode 195 – The Draft Is Here! Featuring Ryker Evans

These are exciting times for Kraken fans, as the NHL Draft is here, and the team is expected to make some significant changes to its roster in the coming weeks. Seattle made two big hires this week in Steve Briere and Jessica Campbell, and Ron Francis gave a pre-draft press conference on Tuesday, so on this episode of the Sound Of Hockey, you will get lots of Kraken updates. 

Also on this show, the guys welcome Kraken defenseman Ryker Evans for a fun chat about his draft experience, his first trip to Seattle’s training camp, and much more. 

After the interview with Ryker, the show shifts to segments, which feature the triumphant return of Goalie Gear Corner, followed by Weekly One-Timers and Tweets of the Week.

Episode 194 – Hockey Season Is Over

And just like that, the 2022-23 hockey season has all but ended, as the Stanley Cup was awarded this week to the Colorado Avalanche after they knocked off the two-time defending champion Tampa Bay Lightning. The Sound Of Hockey Podcast guys recap that fun series and share some of their favorite moments from the Cup celebration to date. 

After Cup talk, John, Andy, and Darren shift their focus to Kraken talk, then Hockey Hall of Fame induction talk.

Next, we get a couple quick junior-related updates and an AHL update before segments, which this week include Bad Boys, You Don’t See That Every Day, Weekly One-Timers, and Tweets of the Week. 

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Episode 193 – Featuring Dave Tomlinson

It’s a fun episode this week with a fun guest. On Episode 193, the Sound Of Hockey Podcast welcomes Dave Tomlinson, radio color commentator for the Seattle Kraken. Dave is fresh off of grinding out 30 games in 14 days at the IIHF World Championship, so John, Andy, and Darren ask about that experience before diving into Dave’s long and winding road as a professional player and eventually a broadcaster.

Aside from the interview with Dave, the guys also discuss the news that Dan Bylsma was hired as the first coach of the Coachella Valley Firebirds and share some additional Kraken-related tidbits before updating you on the Stanley Cup Final.

After the interview with Dave, the guys shift to segments, which this week include Let’s Get Quizzical, Weekly One-Timers, and Tweets of the Week.

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Episode 192 – Chasing Waterfalls

On this week’s Sound Of Hockey Podcast, the guys give a couple quick Seattle Kraken updates, revolving around the signing of Finnish free agent Ville Petman and the re-signing of Jeremy Lauzon with the Nashville Predators. They then shift their focus to junior hockey, where they discuss the Seattle Thunderbirds falling just short against the Edmonton Oil Kings and Kraken prospect Ryan Winterton reaching the Memorial Cup. 

Eventually, John, Andy, and Darren circle back around to NHL talk, discussing the opening of the Stanley Cup Final, Bruce Cassidy and John Tortorella getting hired by NHL teams, and Gary Bettman’s latest presser. 

Segments this week include Bad Boys, Weekly One-Timers, Tweets of the Week, and Three Stars. 

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Episode 191 – Championship Blues

For Seattle hockey fans, things haven’t gone their way recently. The Seattle Thunderbirds are now down 3-1 in the WHL Championship Series after losing two straight at home this week to the Edmonton Oil Kings, and Kraken goalie Chris Driedger tore his ACL playing in the IIHF World Championship. 

On this episode, the Sound Of Hockey Podcast breaks down those WHL games and discusses what options the Kraken have to backfill Driedger’s position. 

Also discussed on this show, USA Hockey has released its latest data, and Washington State has predictably seen quite an uptick. 

You’ll then ge a HYPE-o-thetical, Weekly One-Timers, and Three Stars.

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Episode 190 – No Hot Beverages

This is a very listener-centric episode of the Sound Of Hockey Podcast, as John, Andy, and Darren spend a significant portion of the show interacting with Mailbag questions and five-star reviews. Hilarity ensues, as does some thoughtful debate. 

Meanwhile, the Seattle Thunderbirds have advanced to the WHL Championship Series, which gets plenty of attention, and the Stanley Cup Playoffs are down to just four teams remaining.

Other topics this week Charlotte being eliminated from the AHL playoffs and John being enthralled by Tempe, AZ City Council meetings. 

Segments this week include Weekly One-Timers, Tweets of the Week, and Three Stars.

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Episode 189 – No-Pants Paranoia

There’s been a lot happening in the hockey world this past week, and the Sound Of Hockey Podcast is here to bring you up to speed. From the Seattle Thunderbirds continuing their run deep in the WHL playoffs to the three remaining second-round NHL playoff series, John, Andy, and Darren will fill you in on all that has transpired. 

NHL topics discussed include, but are not limited to: The Kraken reportedly (but unofficially) signing Samuel Bucek. The Flames and Oilers both giving up hilarious goals. The Panthers getting swept Name Kadri turning from villain to hero.

Segments this week include Hype-o-theticals, Weekly One-Timers, Tweets of the Week, and Three Stars.

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Episode 188 – Fun Times in the AHL, WHL, and NHL

Episode 188 is here, and there are conversations to be had about all levels of hockey, from the WHL to the AHL to the NHL. 

At the AHL level, the Charlotte Checkers are alive and well and are heading into the second… er… third round of the Calder Cup playoffs. In the WHL, the Seattle Thunderbirds have reached the Western Conference Championship Series and will take on the Kamloops Blazers. And at the NHL level, the second round of the playoffs is now underway. 

Looking back on the first round of the Stanley Cup Playoffs, the Sound Of Hockey Podcast discusses the onslaught of Game 7’s that happened last week and the many wonders of Jake Oettinger (among other topics).

Eventually, John, Andy, and Darren will shift to segments, which this week include Weekly One-Timers, Tweets of the Week, and Three Stars. 

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Episode 187 – The No. 4 Pick

The NHL Draft Lottery has passed, and the Seattle Kraken will pick No. 4 overall. It’s not the outcome Kraken fans wanted, but the Sound Of Hockey Podcast is convinced the team will get a good player. They break down some of the options and talk about how they think the top of the draft will shake out. 

John, Andy, and Darren also give some thoughts on other Kraken news, like the signing of free agent Peetro Seppälä, before updating on the AHL and WHL playoffs. 

They then shift their focus to the Stanley Cup Playoffs, which are in full swing, and talk about what each of their respective favorite series has been in the first round. 

After plenty of playoff talk, the guys move to segments, which this week include Bad Boys, You Don’t See That Every Day, Weekly One-Timers, and Tweets of the Week.

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Episode 186 – The Spicy Pork and Broccoli Episode

The Seattle Kraken season is now officially over. The games have been played, the lockers have been cleaned out, and the end-of-conference press conferences have been had. On this episode of the Sound Of Hockey Podcast, John, Andy, and Darren will bring you up to date on all the last tidbits of the franchise’s inaugural season. 

Meanwhile, the Stanley Cup Playoffs are also now in full swing, which means this show moving toward the offseason is going to shift back to its roots as a general hockey podcast. The biggest piece of general hockey news from this past week just so happened to be Louie Domingue’s in-game meal for Game 1 of Pittsburgh’s series against the Rangers, so that gets plenty of discussion. 

After diving into Domingue’s culinary choices, the guys shift to a Mailbag from listeners, which covers several different Kraken-related topics. 

Finally, the show moves to segments, which this week include You Don’t See That Every Day, Weekly One-Timers, and Tweets of the Week.

Episode 185 – Please Don’t Kale My Car

The NHL regular season is winding down, and the Seattle Kraken are closing in on a top-five pick in the NHL Draft, thanks to several recent organic losses. In this episode of the Sound Of Hockey Podcast, John, Andy, and Darren recap the last few Kraken games up through Tuesday’s loss to the Vancouver Canucks. In fact, they began recording this episode just minutes after that game ended. 

After plenty of Kraken talk, you’ll get a WHL Update from WHL correspondent, Andy Eide. Then you’ll get a Western Conference playoff picture update from John. 

After that, Darren surprises the guys with an unexpected “Let’s Get Quizzical.” 

Following Quizzical, the guys transition to Weekly One-Timers, Then Tweets of the Week and SOH’s Three Stars.

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Episode 184 – Featuring Vaughan Rody

This is a fun one, folks! The Sound Of Hockey Podcast couldn’t have timed its interview guest any better, as NHL linesman Vaughan Rody will hang up his stripes after 22 years in the league following Wednesday’s game between the Seattle Kraken and the Colorado Avalanche. Rody has an incredible story to tell, and he lives locally in the Seattle area, so his connections to the Pacific Northwest run deep. He will definitely make you laugh a few times, too, so tune in for this one. 

Also in this episode, John, Andy, and Darren do some more gushing over Matty Beniers, who now has two goals in as many home games, and they recap those two Kraken games in full. 

After the interview with Vaughan Rody, the guys shift to their regular segments, which are plentiful this week, and cover such topics as fans covering Ryan Hartman’s fine for flipping the bird to Evander Kane and Dryden McKay accepting a six-month suspension for a banned substance.

Segments include Goalie Gear Corner, Bad Boys, You Don’t See That Every Day, and more! 

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Episode 183 – Matty Mania

It’s been an eventful week for the Seattle Kraken and their fans, as No. 2 overall draft pick Matty Beniers signed his entry-level contract and made his NHL debut against the Calgary Flames. The news generated a ton of buzz around Seattle, and Beniers lived up to the hype in his first official showing. The Kraken have also played four games since the last episode, so John, Andy, and Darren break down those contests before moving to a rare “Mail Bag” segment, which got some great participation from listeners. 

After closing the mail bag, Darren discusses the NCAA Frozen Four, which ended with Denver University as national champion. He also talks about the outcome of the Hobey Baker Award and what is happening with players leaving college to sign in the NHL. 

Eventually, the guys shift to segments, which this week feature Bad Boys, You Don’t See That Every Day, Weekly One-Timers, and Tweets of the Week.

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Episode 182 – Joey Daccord Returns! 

The good news… correction, the GREAT news is that Joey Daccord is back on Sound Of Hockey for his second appearance, and he is once again electrifying! The bad news is that Darren has COVID. But that’s ok, because he has a great time talking to Joey (via Zoom, obvi), and that makes everything better. 

The boys are confident that you will love this second interview with Daccord, who shares some awesome stories about playing in Charlotte, getting called up to Seattle, and being part of the Kraken’s home opener. 

Before the interview, John, Andy, and Darren recap the Kraken games against Los Angeles, Vegas, and Dallas, then give some general NHL news. After the interview, they shift the show into segments, with the first being an NCAA Frozen Four edition of Games on the Radar. They then move to Goalie Gear Corner, Weekly One-Timers, Tweets of the Week, and Three Stars. 

It’s a battle this week, but this show is a very fun one. 

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Episode 181 – Beniers to the Frozen Four, Dadonov Fiasco

The guys record Episode 181 of the Sound Of Hockey Podcast fresh off a win for Matty Beniers and Michigan, sending that team to the NCAA Frozen Four. The win over Quinnipiac means Beniers watch has been delayed for another week. 

In the interim, there’s plenty of Kraken hockey to watch and talk about (though there were only two games to discuss prior to this episode). One thing worth noting is a hot start by Daniel Sprong after he was acquired at the NHL Trade Deadline. 

After a hearty dose of Kraken and NCAA talk, John, Andy, and Darren shift to break down the Evgenii Dadonov fiasco in Vegas. They then move into their segments, which this week include Weekly One-Timers, Tweets of the Week, and Three Stars.

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Episode 180 – All the Draft Picks

The first NHL Trade Deadline in the history of the Seattle Kraken is now in the rearview, and the Sound Of Hockey Podcast has a LOT to discuss this week. General manager Ron Francis moved Calle Jarnkrok, Mark Giordano, Colin Blackwell, Jeremy Lauzon, Mason Appleton, and Marcus Johansson, and collected a boatload of draft picks. On this episode, hear all about what this means for the future of the franchise and how the team performed in general during this chaotic period. 

Aside from plenty of deadline talk about the Kraken, the guys also discuss what happened around the rest of the league by way of “Interesting or Carry On?” Before all that, they break down the two recent Kraken games against the Lightning and Red Wings and chat about what’s happening down on the farm. 

The Men’s NCAA Tournament is getting underway this week, so there’s also a fair dose of college hockey talk, plus some Serious Business, Weekly One-Timers, and Three Stars.

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Episode 179 – Trade Deadline Heating Up

The Trade Deadline is almost upon us, and the Sound Of Hockey Podcast is here to discuss how the first couple transactions of this busy time in the NHL impact the values of potential Kraken trades. 

Before they get to that, John, Andy, and Darren recap the two Kraken games played since the last episode. They also give some other quick Seattle-related hits and a “Down on the Farm” update about Matty Beniers. 

Other topics touched on this week include Jack Eichel’s salty comments in his return to Buffalo and the MN State High School Hockey Tournament (which Darren loves). 

Eventually, the show shifts to segments, which include Bad Boys, Weekly One-Timers, You Don’t See That Every Day, and Sound Of Hockey’s Three Stars.

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Episode 178 – Russell Wilson Hour

Just kidding. We promise the guys don’t *actually* talk about Russell Wilson that much on this latest episode of the Sound Of Hockey Podcast… but they do mention it. Of course, the Wilson news was overshadowed by Jared McCann’s five-year contract extension, which John, Andy, and Darren *do* breakdown at length after discussing the last four Kraken games. 

They also discuss some of the other recent roster moves and the Ron Francis presser. That leads nicely into the return of “Translating Ron Francis,” which is always a good time, as well as some trade deadline predictions and praise for Alison Lukan. 

Once the Kraken talk dies down, the guys transition into segments, which include You Don’t See That Every Day, Weekly One-Timers, and Three Stars.

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Episode 177 – Featuring Jared McCann

BIG-TIME GUEST ALERT! 

On the latest Sound Of Hockey Podcast, the guys welcome Seattle Kraken leading scorer, Jared McCann. John and Darren have a fantastic conversation with Jared about his journey to the Kraken, his experiences with the team in its inaugural season, the Trade Deadline, and so much more. Whether you’re a Kraken fan or just a hockey fan in general, you won’t want to miss this one. 

Also on this episode, the guys break down the two most recent Kraken games, and Andy shares his thoughts on the Battle of the Sound game between the Thunderbirds and the Silvertips. 

Before they get to the interview with McCann, the guys shift gears and discuss how the hockey world is responding to the crisis in Ukraine. 

After the interview, the show transitions into its segments, which this week feature Goalie Gear Corner, Weekly One-Timers, and Three Stars.

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Episode 176 – Featuring Dennis Williams and Matt O’Dette

It’s a long episode, but a fantastic one. This week, the Sound Of Hockey welcomes the coaches of both local WHL teams, as those teams prepare to play one another in the Battle of the Sound at Climate Pledge Arena on Saturday. With Dennis Williams of the Everett Silvertips, the guys discuss the continued success of that organization, the high-end prospects that have played for them, and the many hats that Williams wears as both the GM and head coach. Then O’Dette expresses his excitement to finally be a friend of the pod and shares the differences between coaching in the ECHL versus the WHL. He also talks about the skill on his current team and the impact that some new additions have made this season. 

Both interviews are great. 

Aside from those interviews, you’ll also hear some Kraken talk, as John, Andy, and Darren discuss Seattle’s recent fruitless Canadian road trip and a strange home game against the New York Islanders. John also shares some tidbits from a recent presentation made by Tod and Tim Leiweke about the state of the franchise. 

After the interviews, the guys shift to segments, which feature You Don’t See That Every Day, Weekly One-Timers, and Three Stars. 

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Episode 175 – Mea Culpa (But Not Really)

The guys start the latest episode of the Sound Of Hockey Podcast by falling on the… spear (sort of)… for a mishap on their last show. They then dive right into Kraken talk, recapping an eventful week for the team, which sandwich a nice win and a skills exhibition between two rather stinky losses. 

John, Andy, and Darren then shift their focus to the NHL as a whole, which had some big stories over the past week like coach firings, Jack Eichel returning, and Tyler Toffoli getting traded. 

They then move into segments, which cover a lot of ground this week. Segments include Bad Boys, Goalie Gear Corner, You Don’t See That Every Day, and Weekly One-Timers. 

Oh, and all of this got recorded while the USA men were playing against Slovakia, so you get some real-time reactions from the boys. 

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Episode 174 – On a High Note

The Sound Of Hockey Podcast is back from the All-Star break, and the guys start this episode out on an extremely high note.

With no Kraken games to talk about (this show was recorded on Wednesday before Seattle faced Arizona), John, Andy, and Darren instead spend time breaking down the women’s game between Team USA and Team Canada at the Winter Olympics. 

They then shift to some general Kraken talk, including taking a look back at the first half and making some predictions for the second half. 

Next, the guys recap some of the All-Star Game festivities and Gary Bettman’s press conference at that event, before moving onto their segments. 

Segments this week include Serious Business, Goalie Gear Corner, Weekly One-Timers, and Three Stars. 

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Episode 173 – The One Where Joonas Donskoi Scores a Goal 

The boys are back in BarrDown Studios for Episode 173 of the Sound Of Hockey Podcast, recording fresh off Philipp Grubauer pitching the first shutout in the history of the Kraken. Seattle had a decent road trip in general, and John, Andy, and Darren have full analysis of what went right and what went wrong. 

They then move into general NHL news, including the All-Star Game and its festivities, the latest PR catastrophy for the Chicago Blackhawks, the Coyotes playing at the ASU arena next year, and Evander Kane becoming an Edmonton Oiler. 

After all that, they move into segments, which this week include Goalie Gear Corner, You Don’t See That Every Day, Bad Boys, and Weekly One-Timers. 

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BONUS EPISODE – Featuring John Forslund

BONUS EPISODE WITH A BIG-TIME GUEST ALERT! John Forslund deserves his own episode of the Sound Of Hockey Podcast, so John Forslund gets his own episode of the Sound Of Hockey Podcast. 

Darren and Andy spoke with the TV voice of the Seattle Kraken at Climate Pledge Arena prior to Kraken morning skate last week. John does not disappoint. He tells fantastic stories that range from the beginning of Desert Storm to punching mascots, and he takes you through the journey that led him to becoming the legendary broadcaster that he is today. 

This conversation will make you laugh and feel inspired all at once. When it’s done, you’ll think you’ve known John personally for years. 

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Episode 172 – Featuring Karson Kuhlman

The guys cover a LOT in this episode of the Sound Of Hockey Podcast, and in the process, they introduce you to the newest member of the Seattle Kraken, Karson Kuhlman. Kuhlman was claimed off waivers from the Boston Bruins last week, so he talks about the whirlwind it has been to get to Seattle and get acclimated to his new team and city. He also shares some thoughts on playing for the UMD Bulldogs and the Bruins and explains why Darren is wrong about Duck, Duck, Grey Duck. 

Aside from the chat with Karson, the guys also dig into the last three Kraken games since the previous episode, in which Seattle won two out of three against the Sharks, Blues, and Panthers. John, Andy, and Darren are especially amped up about the outcome of the Florida game. They also talk about the Coachella Valley Firebirds jersey and Darren defends Jeremy Lauzon again. 

Before getting to the Kuhlman interview, they dig into the very difficult topic of racism in hockey, hoping that the conversation can fuel even the smallest change in a few folks out there. 

After the Kuhlman interview, the guys move on to their segments, which this week include Goalie Gear Corner, Weekly One-Timers, and Three Stars.

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Episode 171 – Featuring Jasper Weatherby

It’s a big-time episode this week with a big-time guest! As the Seattle Kraken prepare to take on the San Jose Sharks, the guys welcome Sharks rookie center Jasper Weatherby (read about him here) onto the Sound Of Hockey Podcast. Jasper is an awesome guy who surprised the hockey world by making the Sharks out of training camp this season. Off the ice, he has been a leader in the hockey world on social justice issues and has plenty of ties to the Pacific Northwest. It’s a fun interview. 

Also on this episode, John, Andy, and Darren start by giving their commentary on the current media-related train wreck in Edmonton, where Leon Draisaitl recently got into a tiff with Jim Matheson.

They then shift to the latest Kraken news including the team finally breaking its nine-game losing streak with a win over an outstanding Marc-Andre Fleury and the Chicago Blackhawks. 

Darren of course gives his thoughts on the Kraken revealing a team puppy, and after that the guys move onto general hockey news. 

Segbits this week include Goalie Gear Corner, Weekly One-Timers, Three Stars, and Tweets of the Week.

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Episode 170 – Feeling for the Boys

The guys are back in BarrDown Studios for Episode 170 of the Sound Of Hockey Podcast, which brings the shenanigans up a notch! 

The Seattle Kraken are in the midst of an eight-game losing streak, and John, Andy, and Darren are recording fresh off of Thursday’s loss to the St. Louis Blues. But despite the miserable spiral of the Kraken, the guys are feeling surprisingly optimistic about the future of the team. So, if you’re a Kraken fan needing a lift, this is the podcast for you! 

This episode starts with some Wes McCauley silliness, followed by discussion about Kodak Black taking the hockey world by… storm. It then shifts to the outlook of the Kraken for quite a while, before turning to the hockey world as a whole. 

Plenty of discussion about the Team USA Olympic roster (which includes Matty Beniers), Tuukka Rask returning to the Bruins, and Evander Kane somehow still being pursued. 

Segbits include Goalie Gear Corner, Serious Business, Bad Boys, Weekly One-Timers, and MORE! 

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Episode 169 – Lady of Spain

FINALLY hockey is (sort of) back, and so is the Sound Of Hockey Podcast! The long layoff led the guys to take an unexpected break from recording, but they are happy to be back in your speakers for this new episode.

On this podcast, the guys talk through the three losses the Seattle Kraken have suffered since the Christmas holiday, as well as the latest injury and COVID news from the team. They also discuss some of the very cool off-ice developments that happened at Climate Pledge Arena during the Kraken game against the Vancouver Canucks.

Once they’ve given plenty of attention to the Kraken, John, Andy, and Darren go outside of Seattle to share their thoughts on the cancellations of the IIHF World Junior Championship and the Women’s U18 tournament. They also touch on the Winter Classic before moving on to segments.

Segments this week include Bad Boys, Goalie Gear Corner, and Three Stars.

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Episode 168 – A Tough Week for Johnny Calendar

A quick disclaimer, the guys recorded on Sunday night, and lots of COVID-related news broke on Monday, so some of what’s said in this show has already changed. In line with that, Darren opens this episode of Sound Of Hockey by calling it Episode 186, but he’s just trying keep you on your toes (it’s actually Episode 168). 

Though it had only been a few days since the last episode and only one game had passed for the Kraken, there was still a fair amount of Kraken news to report, as Jamie Oleksiak and Carson Soucy went into COVID protocol and Brandon Tanev got injured. So, John, Andy, and Darren discuss the Edmonton game at length and break down how those pieces of news broke. 

They then discuss what is happening in the hockey world as a whole from a COVID perspective and get into some conspiracy theories about why Paul Maurice resigned as head coach of the Winnipeg Jets.

Next, Andy gives a WHL Update, which leads nicely into a World Junior Championship primer. That tournament gets underway later this week. 

Segments this week include Goalie Gear Corner, You Don’t See That Every Day, Bad Boys, and Three Stars.

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Episode 167 – The One Where the Guys Forget Weekly One-Timers

Thrilled to be back in BarrDown Studios, things go a bit haywire on this latest episode of the Sound Of Hockey Podcast. Darren, John, and Andy start off well, exuberant about being back in the same room. But the show hits the fan toward the end, when Andy notices that a certain important weekly segbit has been completely skipped. Hilarity ensues. 

The guys start this episode by discussing the Kraken’s controversial foray into NFT’s, before meticulously breaking down the games that have passed since the last show. 

When they’ve gotten through all the Kraken news, the guys discuss the firestorm of COVID around the NHL and what it means. They then give a WHL Update before some World Junior Championship discussion. They eventually move on to segbits, and that’s where things go sideways. 

Segbits this week include (sort of) Get Off My Lawn, Goalie Gear Corner, Three Stars, and eventually Weekly One-Timers.

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Episode 166 – Future Considerations

The Sound Of Hockey Podcast has a LOT to discuss this week, after the Seattle Kraken experienced significant ups and downs over the course of a week, and the hockey world at large had some big-time stories. There’s plenty of Kraken talk in the early going here, as the guys break down the Detroit, Edmonton, and Pittsburgh games before expanding outside of Seattle. 

Even before all that, John, Andy, and Darren open the show by discussing a dog doing its business on the center ice logo for the Philadelphia Flyers, which ironically came right around the time of that team firing its head coach. And speaking of coaches being fired, the Vancouver Canucks cleaned house and brought in one of Darren’s favorite coaches ever in Bruce Boudreau. 

Other stories that get touched on in this episode are the Jason Spezza suspension for kneeing Neal Pionk, who was coincidentally also suspended for kneeing in the same game. And of course, the guys do not miss the unbelievable Trevor Zegras to Sonny Milano goal or Sergei Federov pulling his goalie in overtime.

Segbits this week include Serious Business, Bad Boys, Weekly One-Timers, Three Stars, and Tweets of the Week. 

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Episode 165 – Skew Footing 

Don’t look now, but the Seattle Kraken are suddenly cruising, having won four of their last five games, and the Sound Of Hockey Podcast is here to talk about it (because of course it is)! 

This episode starts with Darren needing to get something off his chest, so he dives right into a Get Off My Lawn, while Andy and John desperately try to calm him down. Then they get to their Kraken talk, which is plentiful. 

After beating Washington and Carolina at home, Seattle has been on the road, where it has beaten the Florida Panthers and Buffalo Sabres, but lost to the two-time defending champion Tampa Bay Lightning. There’s lots to unpack from these victories, including an injury and an illness, impressive play by Will Borgen, and improved goaltending. 

Once the Kraken talk dies down, the guys tour around the NHL via Serious Business, where they discuss the waiving of Matt Murray and Evander Kane and the firing of Marc Bergevin and… well… pretty much everyone else in Montreal. 

Segments this week include Weekly One-Timers, Goalie Gear Corner, and Three Stars. 

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Episode 164 – The Losing Streak Is Over!

Things were bad… then they were really bad… then they were good! The Seattle Kraken snapped a miserable six-game losing streak with an impressive win over the Washington Capitals on Sunday, and the Sound Of Hockey Podcast is here to break down the roller coaster ride that has been this past week. 

Within the Kraken section that starts the show, the guys really get into what the fan reaction was during the very tough stretch and what it meant to the team, as well as some mascot news. John, Andy, and Darren then look ahead at upcoming matchups for Seattle, before diving into their usual segbits. 

You will get plenty of Kraken talk from this one, folks! 

The segbits this week include Three Stars, Weekly One-Timers, and Tweets of the Week.

You are warned, this thing gets really off the rails toward the end to the show, as Darren and Andy try to force in a late addition “Down on the Farm.” 

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Episode 163 – Alison Lukan Returns to Calm Down Kraken Fans

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.

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Episode 162 – We Named the Dog Indiana

The Sound Of Hockey Podcast is back with a new chuckle-inducing episode that the guys think you will really enjoy. As always, it’s heavy on the segbits, as John, Andy, and Darren meander through the world of hockey, both at the NHL level and beyond. Plenty of Seattle Kraken talk to start the show, like what happened on a painful road trip and how much of the recent struggles have been due to goaltending.

But then the guys shift their focus to discuss:

The Jack Eichel trade The Bob Murray resignation The quality of Indiana Jones and the Last Crusade

Segments this week include Sound Of Hockey’s Three Stars, Down on the Farm, Goalie Gear Corner, Weekly One-Timers, and Tweets of the Week.

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Episode 161 – Get Off My Lawn Big Media Outlets

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.

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Episode 160 – Memoirs from a Historic Home Opener

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.

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Episode 156 – Preseason Pomp

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.

Episode 155 – Sound Of Hockey After Dark

Ok, so the thing about this latest episode of the Sound Of Hockey Podcast is that it was recorded after 10PM on the first day of the first-ever Seattle Kraken training camp. Andy and Darren had been plugging away at content pretty much all day long, so by the time they got to record this show with John, things were bound to go off the rails.

And off the rails they went.

The result is multiple moments that should make you audibly giggle, as the guys bring you up to speed on what has been happening at the Kraken Community Iceplex and beyond in the Kraken hockeysphere.

Here are some of the topics covered this week:

• Yanni Gourde is ahead of schedule for returning to play
• The team is 100% vaccinated
• EBUG tryouts
• Kirill Kaprizov cloak-and-dagger contract signing
• Jack Eichel losing captaincy

Segments this week include Goalie Gear Corner, You Don’t See That Every Day, Weekly One-Timers, and Tweets of the Week.

We aren’t promising that this will happen every week, but for Slapsh0t11, here are the three tweets referenced: Andy’s tweet, John’s tweet, Darren’s tweet.

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BONUS EPISODE – Outstanding Interview with Joey Daccord

This very special BONUS EPISODE of the Sound Of Hockey Podcast is an instant classic. John, Andy, and Darren agree that Seattle Kraken netminder Joey Daccord is truly one of their favorite guests to ever appear on the show, so they hope you’ll feel the same after listening.

This episode is dedicated entirely to that interview, which runs longer than most guest segments, as the guys first dig into Joey’s viral interview after his first-ever NHL win, then get into his hockey journey, his experiences at Arizona State, and his first impressions of playing for the Seattle Kraken. Darren can’t help himself but to ask goalie-to-goalie about Joey’s mental processes that he uses to perform consistently, and… of course… his gear.

Here is the link to view Joey’s mask, which he discusses in detail during the interview. If you’re wondering, the hidden “Sparky” image he discusses appears behind the holes where Daccord’s left ear would go. A tentacle is pointing at the small, subtle caricature.

Episode 154 – Training Camp Is Coming and the Iceplex Is Awesome

On the latest Sound Of Hockey, John and Andy recap their day at the grand opening of the Kraken Community Iceplex, then John and Darren share their experiences of playing at the arena. Then there’s plenty of other Kraken news to cover, including:

• Ryan Donato signs one-year UFA contract
• Helmet stickers revealed
• ROOT Sports has a streaming partner

After Kraken news, Andy gives a WHL Update. Then John hits Andy and Darren with a tough but fun Let’s Get Quizzical.

Other segments on this week’s episode include Goalie Gear Corner, You Don’t See That Every Day, Weekly One-Timers, and Tweets of the Week.

Episode 153 – You Can’t Out-Pizza the Hut – with Morgan Geekie

Wow, what an episode, and what an interview with Seattle Kraken center, Morgan Geekie! You’ll laugh along with the young pivot who shares pretty much everything in his conversation with the Sound Of Hockey guys, from winning the Calder Cup to cracking up the entire hockey world with a puzzling and hilarious press conference. Geekie has experienced a lot in his young NHL career, and now he’s ready to become a member of the Kraken and take on a bigger role than he has before. Hear all about it on this week’s episode of the Sound Of Hockey Podcast.

Also on this show, there’s a fair amount of general Kraken news, like the team signing Riley Sheahan and Gustav Olofsson and jerseys slowly becoming available.

John, Andy, and Darren then methodically roll through a variety of topics, including but not limited to:

• University of Alaska Anchorage hockey program saved \\
• Arizona Coyotes make bid for Tempe arena
• IIHF Women’s World Championship complete
• NHL players going to Olympics

The show is rounded out by a dazzling Goalie Gear Corner, then Weekly One-Timers and Tweets of the Week.

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It’s another (mostly) fun episode of Sound Of Hockey, filled with interesting factoids (but also some very sad discussion) and terrible puns. This week, Darren starts the show with a quick update on his goaltending-related mental state, which was discussed at length in Episode 151. Then the guys delve into the latest Seattle news, such as Matty Beniers returning to the University of Michigan and Antoine Bibeau being signed by the Kraken.

Later, John, Andy, and Darren discuss the ongoing situation with the Arizona Coyotes, who are effectively being kicked out of Gila River Arena by the City of Glendale. What does this mean for the franchise? Will they actually stay in the Phoenix area or be forced to find a new home?

John gives a quick update on the IIHF Women’s World Championship, which is in full swing, before the gang moves on to this week’s segments.

The first segment is everyone’s favorite segment… GOALIE GEAR CORNER!!! It’s officially Goalie Gear Corner season, and this week, the guys break down three different items, specifically Aaron Dell’s setup, an incredible Ohio State setup, and Adin Hill’s new Sharks mask.

Other segments include Weekly One-Timers and Tweets of the Week.

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On this episode of the Sound Of Hockey Podcast, Darren reveals that he’s in a pretty terrible slump as a beer league goalie, and he just needs to talk about it. John and Andy provide some not-so-helpful suggestions, but hopefully just getting it out in the world is enough to help Darren turn it around. No breakthroughs happen in this session, but stay tuned to future episodes.

After the therapy session, the guys discuss some of the minor Kraken signings from this week and the revelation of finalized NHL schedules, with times now solidified. We also get a brief WHL Update from our WHL correspondent Andy Eide.

Darren then shares some info about the University of Alaska Anchorage hockey program. He spoke with the chairperson from Save Seawolf Hockey this week and wrote a story about their drive to rescue the program from extinction (you can donate at saveseawolfhockey.com). The deadline and goal are both very much in sight.

Finally, the guys hold a robust discussion on jersey advertisements before moving on to segments, which include Goalie Gear Corner, Weekly One-Timers, and Tweets of the Week.

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Episode 150 – Featuring Kraken defenseman Cale Fleury

In this episode of the Sound Of Hockey Podcast, we learn about “the stank of the Sabre” and what that means for players and coaches. We also hear from Cale Fleury, who was the youngest player selected in the Seattle Kraken Expansion Draft. Get his side of the story that his brother had told about sending him home in tears at times when they were kids. Plus, hear about his offseason training plans and his expectations for where he slots in with the Kraken.

Also on this show, plenty of Kraken news, including the hirings of Andrew Allen as goalie coach and Dan Bylsma as an assistant with the AHL Charlotte Checkers.

Andy gives a WHL Update about Stu Barnes (former Kraken pro scout) becoming the head coach of the Tri-City Americans, the team he also coincidentally co-owns.

John and Darren give Weekly One-Timers, then the guys wrap up with Tweets of the Week.

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Episode 149 – Signings, Trades, and Hijinks

On this week’s Sound Of Hockey Podcast, the guys have a lot to get through from around the NHL and specifically within the Seattle Kraken organization, where three big-time free agents joined the ranks last week.

So, John, Andy, and Darren break that down first and consider what those additions mean for the inaugural roster. They also share their thoughts on what the Kraken have put together in general, before moving on to the rest of the league.

In talking about the rest of the NHL, with so many players on the move over the past couple weeks, the hosts take an approach of discussing only those teams and players who have created the most intrigue with their respective moves. It’s like a pre-filtered version of “Interesting or Carry On.”

Segments on this episode include Weekly One-Timers and Tweets of the Week.

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Episode 148 – Featuring Seattle Kraken Head Coach Dave Hakstol

BIG-TIME GUEST ALERT!

This week, John and Darren talk to the first head coach in Seattle Kraken history, Dave Hakstol. The focus of the conversation is to get Dave’s thoughts on what has transpired over the last week, with the Kraken completing their Expansion Draft, then selecting seven prospects in the NHL Entry Draft, including No. 2 overall pick, Matty Beniers. This is a good insider’s look on what’s happening with the team right now.

Aside from the Hakstol interview, John, Andy, and Darren give their own takes on what has been happening around the Kraken and the rest of the league, including their thoughts on where the Seattle roster stands and where it might end up before opening night. Plus, plenty of general NHL trade talk, signing talk, schedule talk, and free agency talk.

Segments include Goalie Gear Corner, Weekly One-Timers, and Tweets of the Week.

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Episode 147 – Behind the Ropes at the Expansion Draft

Well, Kraken fans, it has been a WILD week, and there’s more to come! This episode of Sound Of Hockey is quite unique, as Darren is mostly driving the bus and doing the heavy lifting on this one without his usual wingmen. Andy does make a couple of appearances, though, as he and Darren take you behind the ropes at the Expansion Draft event to give you commentary from all of the players that were in attendance – Chris Driedger, Jordan Eberle, Brandon Tanev, Jamie Oleksiak, Mark Giordano, and Haydn Fleury – plus Seattle Kraken head coach Dave Hakstol and general manager Ron Francis and Ryan Clark from The Athletic.

Aside from the very fun audio clips from the Expansion Draft, Darren gives his reaction to the selections and lack of side deals associated. He also shares the latest Seattle news including the NHL schedule release and the details of the NHL Entry Draft.

This is a short, unique, and fun episode.

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BONUS EPISODE – Expansion Draft Protected List Reactions

What, you thought the Sound Of Hockey Podcast was going to wait until AFTER the Seattle Kraken Expansion Draft to publish its next episode? Well, with the entire hockey world abuzz with discussion about the Expansion Draft protected lists that got released on Sunday, there was just no way that John, Andy, and Darren could have waited that long to bring you their reactions.

This episode is a little more “from the hip” than regular episodes of the show, but the hosts do everything they can to touch on all of the big Seattle Kraken news from the past few days. Topics covered include the very chaotic pre-draft trade frenzy that closed Saturday, Ron Francis’s latest media availability, and of course the protection lists.

The review of the Expansion Draft protected lists largely comes by way of a game of “Interesting or Carry-On,” but the guys are very careful to touch on all the biggest-named players that have been exposed for Wednesday’s Expansion Draft. This show should bring you fully up to speed for that event.

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Episode 146 – The Expansion Draft Has Arrived

It’s here, folks. The Seattle Kraken Expansion Draft has arrived, and the Sound Of Hockey Podcast is here to bring you up to speed on everything you should expect going into the big July 21 event at Gas Works Park in Seattle.

TONS of Seattle news is discussed in this week’s episode, from player rumors and (massive) buyouts to the pre-season schedule and much more. Andy and Darren also visited Climate Pledge Arena on Monday, so they give some fun tidbits learned on that tour.

Once the Kraken talk finally dwindles, Andy gives a robust WHL update before the gang moves on to close out the Stanley Cup Final that was Lightning versus Habs. Other topics discussed before moving into segments include the Duncan Keith trade and the Vlad Teresenko trade request.

Goalie Gear Corner makes a triumphant and somewhat surprising return. Other segments include Weekly One-Timers and Tweets of the Week.

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Episode 145- The Skatium

Episode 145 of Sound Of Hockey probably won’t age quite as well as others, since the guys recorded before Game 5 of the Stanley Cup Final (sorry). BUT, there’s some great content in this one, as always.

This week, the guys start by sharing their feelings on the Matiss Kivlenieks tragedy, which hit very close to home for so many in the hockey world. They then lighten things up by chatting about the Seattle Kraken assistant coach hirings, as well as the naming of the Kraken Community Iceplex, which begs the question, “What’s an iceplex?”

Next, the final Sound Of Hockey Three Stars of the season is presented before John leads Andy and Darren in a challenging game of Let’s Get Quizzical.

Other segments this week include Weekly One-Timers and Tweets of the Week.

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Episode 144 – Featuring JT Brown, Seattle Kraken TV Color Analyst

BIG-TIME GUEST ALERT! On this week’s Sound Of Hockey Podcast, the guys welcome recently retired player and newly hired TV color analyst for the Seattle Kraken, JT Brown. This is a very fun interview that you won’t want to miss, featuring discussion about Brown’s story, his audition to join the Kraken, and his exceptional gaming skills. John, Andy, and Darren also give him a few ideas for catch phrases and new ways that he can do in-game analysis.

Also in this episode, the guys talk about the big Seattle Kraken news from the past week, like the hiring of Dave Hakstol and the naming of the Charlotte Checkers as Seattle’s temporary AHL affiliate. They also break down the ugly situation happening with the Chicago Blackhawks.

Bits include Sound Of Hockey’s Three Stars. Segments include Weekly One-Timers and Tweets of the Week.

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Episode 143 – The Flu Game

On this episode of the Sound Of Hockey Podcast, one of the hosts is playing hurt. Darren is dealing with a bit of what he believes is food poisoning, so whether or not he makes it through the recording is a bit touch and go. This is his Michael Jordan flu game.

When they aren’t talking about food poisoning, the guys share the latest scuttlebutt on the Seattle coaching front and what Rod Brind’Amour’s re-signing in Carolina means for the Kraken (spoiler: they aren’t hiring Rod). Also on the Kraken topic, John, Andy, and Darren react to the team’s hiring of JT Brown as its first TV color analyst.

Next, the show moves into a unique listener-initiated Get Off My Lawn, before a healthy dose of #Minnutiae to talk through the concerning (for Darren) Kirill Kaprizov contract situation.

Bits include Sound Of Hockey’s Three Stars. Segments include Weekly One-Timers and Tweets of the Week.

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Episode 142 – Kraken Coach Convo

With a couple head coach hirings happening around the NHL this week, the Sound Of Hockey guys are left pondering Seattle’s plan for filling that position. This week’s episode of the Sound Of Hockey Podcast really digs into that topic, with John giving the hot take that he believes Rod Brind’Amour coming to the Kraken is more likely than people may think.

If you’ve been on the edge of your seat waiting to find out what happened in John and Darren’s beer league championship, you’ll get a recap here. You’ll also get a fair dose of discussion about the opening games of the Stanley Cup Playoff Semifinal rounds, which are well underway.

Other topics this week include the concerning decline in USA Hockey membership, Owen Power potentially returning to college, and some general Kraken tidbits.

Bits include Sound Of Hockey’s Three Stars. Segments include Weekly One-Timers and Tweets of the Week.

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Episode 141 – The Sound Of Hockey Cup

Yes, the Sound Of Hockey Podcast guys know you already are aware that the Maple Leafs lost in Game 7 of the first round of the NHL Stanley Cup Playoffs, but they still need to give you their takes on the situation. Spoiler: they collectively have a general feeling of disbeLEAF.

Plenty of Seattle Kraken discussion on this episode as well, as the team prepares for its first NHL Draft Lottery.

John, Andy, and Darren then give their general thoughts from the first round of the playoffs, and also share their expectations for round two, which is already underway with some early fireworks.

Bits include Sound Of Hockey’s Three Stars.

Segments include Bad Boys, Weekly One-Timers, and Tweets of the Week.

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Episode 140 – An UnbeLEAFable Moonlight Graham Situation

Yes, the Sound Of Hockey Podcast guys know you already are aware that the Maple Leafs lost in Game 7 of the first round of the NHL Stanley Cup Playoffs, but they still need to give you their takes on the situation. Spoiler: they collectively have a general feeling of disbeLEAF.

Plenty of Seattle Kraken discussion on this episode as well, as the team prepares for its first NHL Draft Lottery.

John, Andy, and Darren then give their general thoughts from the first round of the playoffs, and also share their expectations for round two, which is already underway with some early fireworks.

Bits include Sound Of Hockey’s Three Stars.

Segments include Bad Boys, Weekly One-Timers, and Tweets of the Week.

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Episode 139 – The Speculators – Featuring Ben Guerrero

With the playoffs in full swing, the guys are in a good mood this week, and they are willing to make completely speculative guesses at a few items. Will they be right? Tune in every week for the next few months to find out! Oh, and on this Sound Of Hockey Podcast the guys welcome an awesome guest this week in Ben Guerrero, Director, Media Relations for the Seattle Kraken!

Ben previously worked for the San Jose Sharks and Washington Capitals and has some great stories to share from those days. It’s a fun and informative chat with Ben that gives a peek behind the curtain for hockey fans.

This week, you’ll also get a fair amount of Kraken potential head coach discussion, as well as general NHL Playoff banter and – as always – plenty of chuckles along the way.

Segments include Bad Boys, Weekly One-Timers, and Tweets of the Week.

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Episode 138 – The NHL Playoffs Have Arrived!

Folks, the time has come! The NHL Playoffs are here and so far they are spectacular.

John, Andy, and Darren intentionally keep this episode of the Sound Of Hockey Podcast a bit shorter than usual to try to keep things more current, but they hope you get some good chuckles out of it along the way.

The guys break down the Seattle Kraken’s first signing in Luke Henman, then dive right into two Gets Offs My Lawns (they still don’t know how to pluralize the name of that bit).

The show is rounded out with Sound Of Hockey’s Three Stars, Weekly One-Timers, and Tweets of the Week, with additional chatter about the Lightning going way over what would be the salary cap and some compliments for the good people of Sunrise, Florida.

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The Seattle Kraken are officially the 32nd NHL team, now that they have submitted the final payment of their $650 million expansion fee to the league. The Sound Of Hockey Podcast is quite excited about this, and the guys react accordingly in this episode.

John, Andy, and Darren give an update on a couple of news items from the women’s hockey world, then stroll around the NHL to look at how the divisions are shaping up with playoffs on the horizon.

Things then get bit- and segment-heavy, as the guys go from Three Stars to HYPEotheticals to Goalie Gear Corner to Weekly One-Timers to Tweets of the Week.

Within those bits and segments, you’ll hear about Ryan Miller retiring, Tom Wilson being a dick, Kirill Kaprizov being amazing, and much more.

Lots of bits. Lots of segments. Good episode.

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