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Dropping the Gloves
I'm John Scott, a retired NHL enforcer. Follow Dropping the Gloves for insights on the latest news around the league, interviews with NHL players, and a few jokes along the way.
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Episodes
Dropping the GlovesSabres & Wings, are they legit??
I dig into the two Atlantic teams and figure out if they have finally jumped into the contender category. I also touch on the Barzal situation and some more…
Dropping the GlovesInterview with TJ Oshie
I had a great talk with TJ, we touched on his days at North Dakota, playing in St Louis with that great group and of course his Olympic drama and winning a cup…
Dropping the GlovesHughes & Skinner, why some teams get it and others don't.
I do a dive into the trades this past week and talk about why some GM's understand what it takes and others seem to always miss the mark. I touch on the plight…
Dropping the GlovesInterview w/ Cody Hodgson
I talked to Cody about his time in the show, his rare disease that cut his career short and his gig now of training the best players on the planet, and how the…
Dropping the GlovesInterview w/ Dave Brown
I got to sit down with the legendary Dave Brown and talk about winning the up with the oilers, fighting every tough guy in his era, rooming with a rookie named…
Dropping the GlovesIs the Metro Division for real?!? Also, Frank, the Cup contenders floundering and more.
I dig into the Metro division, talk about whats going on with the two cup contenders from the past two seasons and touch on why the hell frank seravalli is…
Dropping the GlovesInterview w/ Craig Coxe
I had a great talk with Craig about his time in the league, he had some great stories about his battles and dealing with the business side of the game. Hosted…
Dropping the GlovesLeafs & Oilers
I dig into the topic of the week and put all the questions to rest, I finally let everyone know which team should show a little patience and which team should…
Dropping the GlovesInterview w/ Derian Hatcher
I got a chance to sit down with Derian and we talked his dust ups with Roenick, Ciccerelli, and Crosby. We covered his stanley cup, usa hockey and playing with…
Dropping the GlovesEdmonton Oilers - The worst group in years, sorry Connor....
I break down the Oilers on this show, how even though they got the hometown discount from Connor they are still in a bad spot to compete in the next few years…
Dropping the Gloves#1 pick overall, gets traded, loses an eye, and hated Canada too?? Interview w/ Bryan Berard
Had a great talk with Bryan about his career, which I had no clue how interesting it was. I highly recommend this one, its a good listen. Enjoy Sign up to…
Dropping the GlovesMilan Lucic of the St. Louis Blues Interview
I got to talk to Milan this week about this season, where he stands with his injury, and when he will be back on the ice! Sign up to become a Friend of the…
Dropping the GlovesToronto Maple Leafs - The most pathetic 'dynasty' is over!
I dig into the leafs and how this so called dynasty is over, the cracks are already showing only 7 games into the season. Hosted on Acast. See…
Dropping the GlovesThe NHL's toughest guy no one knows! Interview w/ Dylan McIlrath of the Washington Capitals
I got the chance to sit down with Dylan, we talked about his 3 Calder Championships, getting taken in the 1st round, battling every tough guy there is and…
Dropping the GlovesInterview w/ Joey Kocur
I got the honor to have a great talk with arguably one of the toughest guys ever, apart of 4 Stanley Cup teams, part of the bruise brothers with his best…
Dropping the GlovesDo Heavy weight fights and NY State both suck this bad!?!?
Had some fun talking Buffalo and if it's time for the Pegula's to step away from the team, also dug into the stars, lane Hutson deal and more. Sign up to…
Dropping the GlovesTwo types of players, screwing mishaps, boilers and more!!
I cover 97's deal, my disaster of a life and a lot more. Sign up to become a Friend of the Show to access a Slack community, behind the scenes content…
Dropping the GlovesInterview with Tage Thompson of the Buffalo Sabres
I got to sit down with Tage and talk about the Sabres year, their struggles and how the leadership group is looking to change the narrative of Buffalo. We got…
Dropping the GlovesHow to Ruin a Franchise with One Signing.
Karill has signed and what a signing it was!! I break down the money and the long lasting effects the contract will have. Sign up to become a Friend of the…
Dropping the GlovesInterview with Chicago Blackhawk Connor Murphy
Connor and I talk about the Hawks rebuild, his thoughts on Bedard, trying to get over the hump and his impending Free Agency. He also busts my balls the entire…
Dropping the GlovesRandy McKay Interview
Randy and I have an awesome discussion about the New Jersey Devils cup runs, playing with legends like Scott Stevens and Scott Niedermayer, having to fight the…
Dropping the GlovesPut up or Shut up; Bedard, Robertson, Kaprizov and more!
I break down some noteworthy RFA's and discuss their worth and their situations. I also get into why Kaprizov didn't sign that record breaking deal with the…
Dropping the GlovesInterview w/ Sharks Captain Logan Couture
I got the honor of talking to Logan about his retirement, the injury that kept him off the ice, his rivalries, clutch playoff performances, HOF teammates and a…
Dropping the GlovesMcDavid and the Oilers, why it's good for both to split.
I break down why Connor McDavid should and shouldn't resign with the Oilers, we also talk about why the Oilers should pass on McDavid and build a more balanced…
Dropping the GlovesInterview w/ Cal Clutterbuck
I talk to Cal about his NHL career, being the NHL all-time hits leader, playing on arguably the best 4th line ever and much more. Sign up to become a Friend of…
Dropping the GlovesWho is the toughest of all time?
I give you the final answer on who the toughest heavy weight and middle weights are of all time. We break down the different generations and how possibly my…
Dropping the GlovesInterview w/ San Jose Shark star William Eklund
William and I talk about his career, how it is playing with all the young studs in San Jose, his terrible car, his epic fights and much more. Sign up to become…
Dropping the GlovesWill the real NY Rangers please stand up!?!
We dig into the Chris Drury led New York Rangers and figure out why this team can't get their act together and if they ever will. Sign up to become a Friend of…
Dropping the GlovesBirthday Suit Cigarettes, Skullets, Hardest Shot & More, Interview w/ Al Iafrate
I had a great interview with 3 time all star and all time great Al Iafrate. He was in a league of his own when he played and he wasn't affraid to do things his…
Dropping the GlovesBoston how did we get here?!?
In this episode I dive into the Boston Bruins, one of the best franchises in the league, a model for all teams. Or so we thought, we dig into how they won the…
Dropping the GlovesOh Canada! + Whoa Canada
I talk which Canadian teams did enough to make a run at the cup this year, I also comment on the Hockey Canada Trial that just wrapped up this past week. Sign…
Dropping the GlovesInterview with Marty McSorley
I got the chance to talk to NHL Legend Marty McSorley. We went over everything, fighting, winning, what the Oilers need to do to win the cup, rule changes…
Dropping the GlovesInterview w/ Stanley Cup Champion Andre Roy
Disclaimer *** - There are a few curse words (4-5) in this episode, I don't think they are too bad but if you have kids listening maybe have the mute button…
Dropping the GlovesCBA Breakdown, not repeating history!
I talk about the new CBA deal between the NHL and NHLPA, my experience going through the lockout in 2012-13 and a few tidbits at the end of the show. Cheers!…
Dropping the GlovesInterview w/ Micheal Haley
Mike talks about his NHL career and breaks down the epic Islander/Penguin brawl. We also talk life in the minors, hockey mentality and what it takes to succeed…
Dropping the GlovesSan Jose Sharks - How'd we get here...
I look at how the Sharks went from Stanley Cup contender, basement dweller with a terrible future to one of the most exciting young teams to look forward to in…
Dropping the GlovesInterview w/ Connor Clifton of the Pittsburgh Penguins
I talk to Connor about his time with the Bruins, heartbreaking game 7 loses, what happened in Buffalo and his next stop in Pittsburgh. Sign up to become a…
Dropping the GlovesCarolina, I'm Sorry...
I issue a mea culpa to the Carolina Hurricanes, kinda... Sign up to become a Friend of the Show to access a Slack community, behind the scenes content…
Dropping the GlovesMitch, Kenny, and Me!
Marner comments, Ken Holland flops, and life after Tim. Sign up to become a Friend of the Show to access a Slack community, behind the scenes content…
Dropping the GlovesDraft, Free Agency, and Tim's Last Episode
Recapping the NHL draft, previewing free agency starting on July 1, and some parting words for Tim's last episode of DtG. Sign up to become a Friend of the…
Dropping the GlovesHHOF, Evander, Peterka, and Free Agency Rumors
Jumbo and others elected to HHOF, Kane and Peterka traded, and Tim shares a major personal announcement. Sign up to become a Friend of the Show to access a…
Dropping the GlovesZegras, Toews, and Every Trade Rumor We've Heard
Zegras to Philly, Toews to Winnipeg, and a whole bunch of rumors about trades and free agency. Sign up to become a Friend of the Show to access a Slack…
Dropping the GlovesThe Panthers Have Done it Again
The Panthers repeat. Are they set up to start and dynasty? And where do the Oilers go from here? Sign up to become a Friend of the Show to access a Slack…
Dropping the GlovesGame 5 Recap + Free Agency/Trade Rumors
Panthers take a 3-2 series lead off a 2-goal performance from Brad Marchand. Plus: Marner, Zibanejad, Predators, Tavares, and more. Sign up to become a Friend…
Dropping the GlovesIt's a Best of 3 Now
The Oilers made an incredible comeback in Game 4 and we are all tied up. What comes next? Sign up to become a Friend of the Show to access a Slack community…
Dropping the GlovesOilers Need to Get Out of the Mud
The Oilers are playing right into Florida's hands... how do they get back in this series? Sign up to become a Friend of the Show to access a Slack community…
Dropping the GlovesOilers Take Game 1 + Early Offseason Rumors
McDavid to Draisaitl and Edmonton takes Game 1. How will Florida respond? Plus, some offseason rumors coming in already. Sign up to become a Friend of the Show…
Dropping the Gloves7 Predictions for the Stanley Cup Finals
The official preview of the 2025 Stanley Cup Finals. This is from our live stream on Bleacher Report. Sign up to become a Friend of the Show to access a Slack…
Dropping the GlovesSo Close, Yet So Far
Looking at teams that have disappointed in the playoffs: CAR, WPG, DAL, NYR, and more. Sign up to become a Friend of the Show to access a Slack community…
Dropping the GlovesIs a Panthers/Oilers Rematch Inevitable?
Both the Oilers and Panthers are up 3-1... who do you like in a rematch? Sign up to become a Friend of the Show to access a Slack community, behind the scenes…
Dropping the GlovesAre the Florida Panthers Unbeatable?
Are the Panthers destined to repeat their Cup run of last year? So far, they are looking unbeatable... Sign up to become a Friend of the Show to access a Slack…
Dropping the GlovesThe Official Conference Finals Preview
Matchup previews, what to expect, key factors, and more. This is from our live stream on Bleacher Report. Sign up to become a Friend of the Show to access a…
Dropping the GlovesThe End of an Era in Toronto
The Leafs lose Game 7 in embarrassing fashion. What's next? Where do we go from here? Credit to Florida. Let's break it down. Sign up to become a Friend of the…
Dropping the GlovesThe Leafs Fall in the Spring
Toronto gets booed out of their own building... again. Is this it for this group (finally)? Sign up to become a Friend of the Show to access a Slack community…
Dropping the GlovesThe Leaders are Separating from the Pack
It's becoming clear who the serious Cup contenders are. Sign up to become a Friend of the Show to access a Slack community, behind the scenes content…
Dropping the GlovesIt's Time to Eat Crow
John admits he was wrong about a couple of teams... can you guess who? Sign up to become a Friend of the Show to access a Slack community, behind the scenes…
Dropping the GlovesWe're On to Round 2
Previewing all four 2nd round matchups, plus recapping Leafs/Panthers Game 1. Sign up to become a Friend of the Show to access a Slack community, behind the…
Dropping the GlovesThe Power of Accountability
What if players, coaches, and GMs were more accountable? Plus, can the Leafs close this series out? Sign up to become a Friend of the Show to access a Slack…
Dropping the GlovesOn the Brink of Elimination
5 teams are on the brink of elimination... who extends the series? Which players need to step up? Sign up to become a Friend of the Show to access a Slack…
Dropping the GlovesAre We About to See Some Sweeps?
There are 5 series at 2-0... how many of them will turn out to be a sweep? Sign up to become a Friend of the Show to access a Slack community, behind the…