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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 GlovesThanksgiving Playoff Outlook: Real vs. Mirage
Which teams will stay in a playoff spot? Who drops out? Who fights their way back in? Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
Dropping the GlovesWhat the Heck do the Leafs do with Nylander?
Talking Global Series, disappointing fights, Laine's struggles, and can the Leafs can possibly sign Nylander? Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more…
Dropping the GlovesInterview with Dale Arnold, Author of Tough Guys
We caught up with Bruins broadcaster Dale Arnold about his new book, what he learned about toughness in the NHL, and how the Bruins can avoid the same…
Dropping the GlovesWhere Will Patrick Kane Sign?
Best/worst teams, where does Kane land, Tage Thompson injury, and Alex Iaffalo puts up numbers. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
Dropping the GlovesWoodcroft Out, Rookie Watch, and are the Caps Good?
Can the Oilers resurrect their season? How are the rookies performing? Are the Capitals actually a playoff team? Plus a whole lot more. Hosted on Acast. See…
Dropping the GlovesWhere Do the Oilers Go From Here?
Edmonton hits rock bottom, Flames trade imminent, Patrick Kane rumors, Rangers surging, and more. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
Dropping the Gloves8 Players Having Great Starts to the Season
We run through some under-discussed players having great starts to the season. Plus, John stays positive for (almost) the whole episode! Hosted on Acast. See…
Dropping the GlovesWeekend Recap: Ducks, Wild, Oilers + Injury News
We caught up on some of the major news of the weekend, buying into the Ducks, the Oilers continue to slide, and some questionable calls from the DoPS. Hosted…
Dropping the GlovesSenators Debacle, Marchand vs. Leafs, Sharks Historically Bad
We talk about the Senators situation with Dadonov and Michael Andlauer's comments, Marchand's hit on Liljegren and the Leaf's response, and the Sharks vs…
Dropping the GlovesMcAvoy Suspension and John's Least Favorite Player
Charlie McAvoy gets 4 games, Rangers win 5 straights, Slafkovsky still isn't performing, and John shares a story about a player he does not like. Hosted on…
Dropping the GlovesWhich Slow Starts are Worth Panicking About?
We look at the Sabres, Senators, Penguins, and more... plus the NHL's marketing problem. Thanks to Manscaped for sponsoring today's video! Get 20% OFF + Free…
Dropping the GlovesZadorov Scorches, Zegras Benched, and Jack Hughes Surging
Zadorov goes to the press with his frustrations, Zegras is benched, the draft will be decentralized, and Hughes climbs the rankings. Hosted on Acast. See…
Dropping the GlovesJohn Was Wrong, Panic Time, Hot or Not, and More
One hot start has John thinking he was completely wrong about a particular team. Plus, which slow starts should be initiating panic mode? Hosted on Acast. See…
Dropping the GlovesBuy or Sell: Early Season Overreactions
We catch up on some hot and slow starts around the league and ask ourselves the question: are you buying or selling this start? Hosted on Acast. See…
Dropping the GlovesJohn's TV Debut + Opening Week Reactions
John talks about his first NBC broadcast covering the Hawks and we talk about reactions from the first games around the league. Hosted on Acast. See…
Dropping the GlovesInterview with Derek Stepan
We caught up with John's former teammate about his road to the NHL, the Rangers' deep cup runs, and what he has planned for retirement. Hosted on Acast. See…
Dropping the GlovesThe NHL Season is Finally Here
We talk about Bedard's debut plus some huge signings: Schiefele, Hellebuyck, Dahlin, Hartman, and more. Twitter: @dropping_gloves -…
Dropping the GlovesThe NHL Might Expand. But Should It?
We catch up on the latest news on the NHL expansion talk, the salary cap, why players care about escrow, and more. Twitter: @dropping_gloves -…
Dropping the Gloves10 Bold Predictions for the NHL Season
John and Tim bring their annual bold predictions for the upcoming year. Who's gonna get more correct? Twitter: @dropping_gloves -…
Dropping the GlovesBedard Debut + Which Teams are Under the Most Pressure?
Bedard dazzles in his preseason debut, Mark Stone is angry, Vasilevskiy is hurt, and the teams facing the most pressure.Twitter: @dropping_gloves -…
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Interview with Jordan Nolan from Shoresy
Jordan Nolan, aka Jim from Shoresy, joins the show to talk about his journey in the NHL, winning multiple Stanley Cups, and transitioning to acting.Twitter…
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Here's Who Will Win Every Award This Year
John and Tim share their predictions for the Norris, Vezina, Hart, and other NHL awards.Twitter: @dropping_gloves -…
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Pacific Division Preview and Stamkos/Zegras Contract Talks
We cover the 4th and final division. Can the Knights repeat? Will Edmonton finally break through? How good at the Kings, really? Plus, drama around Stamkos and…
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Central Division Preview and Bedard Hype
We cover the main stories for the teams in the Central, talk about Bedard's sizzling weekend, and touch on Babcock resigning from the Bluejackets.Twitter…
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Metro Division Preview and Predictions
John and Tim talk about the biggest questions, storylines, and X-factors for the teams in the Metropolitan Division.Twitter: @dropping_gloves -…
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Babcock Drama + Atlantic Division Preview
We catch up on the drama surrounding Babcock and Columbus and do a deep dive into the Atlantic Division and make our predictions.Twitter: @dropping_gloves -…
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Which Teams Would be On Your No-Trade List?
We recap the Yakupov interview, talk about the Sanderson contract, and share our NTC lists.Twitter: @dropping_gloves -…
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Interview with Nail Yakupov
Listen for an honest and illuminating discussion about his journey to to being the #1 pick, why things didn't work out in the NHL, and how he looks back on his…
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Over/Unders, ESPN, and the Ideal Coach
Tim and John do over/under predictions for the coming season as well as cover the latest news including Keefe, Kessel, Buffalo's ticket sales, and…
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Matthews Signs, John Admits He Was Wrong
AM34 surprised a lot of people by signing in Toronto. Talking the extension and what that means, plus Hagel/Lafreniere/Bouchard and more.Twitter…
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Interview with Brady Tkachuk, Ottawa Senators
We caught up with Brady on his wedding, the recent personnel changes on the Sens, and their expectations for the coming year.Twitter: @dropping_gloves -…
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John vs. Tim: Drafting The Best Defensemen
John and Tim do a life draft of building the best possible defensive corps while keeping the salary under $26M... who did it better?Twitter: @dropping_gloves -…
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Fighter Superlatives and NHLPA Frustrations
John and Tim list the superlatives of John's fights and John shares some of his frustrations when he was a player rep for the NHLPA.Twitter: @dropping_gloves -…
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Interview with Sheldon Souray
We caught up with retired defenseman Sheldon Souray about his All-Star career, coming up with the Devils, the drama with the Oilers, and recovering from…
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Who's the Most Feared Player on Each Team?
And does every team even have a feared player? John and Tim go down the list for every team in the league.Twitter: @dropping_gloves -…
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Who Wins the Karlsson Trade?
Breaking down how all 3 teams did in the Karlsson trade, plus the Dumba signing, Tom Wilson extension, and more.Twitter: @dropping_gloves -…
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Which Contracts Will Age Poorly?
Talking through the Troy Terry and Swayman signings, and looking at all the recent deals to see which ones will age will and which guys may have gotten…
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Would Your Rather, Arbitrations, Tarasenko to OTT
John plays "Would You Rather?" hockey-style, the latest on arbitrations for Frederic, McBain, Swayman, and Terry, and the impact of Tarasenko on Ottawa's…
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Bergeron Retires, Aho Signs, John Does Puckdoku
Tim reacts to the Bergeron news, Aho signs a new deal, Leafs circumventing the cap (?) and John tries Puckdoku for the first time.Twitter: @dropping_gloves -…
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Signings and Rumors: Samsonov, DeAngelo, Dunn, Aho, and More
Catching up on the recent arbitration filings, signings, trade rumors, and other big news around the league. John also comes to the defense of a Friend of the…
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Dad Rants, Bad Trades, and Listener Voicemails
Wrapping up some loose ends for the week, John goes on a few rants about parenting and GMs getting close to making some bad trades. Plus a few fan…
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FOMO and Fear of Fighting
A player who left North America to avoid fighting, an NHL event we've love to attend, and a lot more.Twitter: @dropping_gloves -…
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Updates on Galchenyuk, Nylander, DeBrincat, Tarasenko, & More
John and Tim recap the Lucic interview and touch on all the news of the week, including the Galchenyuk arrest, signings, trades, rumors, and more.Twitter…
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Interview with Milan Lucic, Boston Bruins
Looch joined us again to talk about signing with the B's, what he brings to the team, and what it means to wear the Spoked B again.Twitter: @dropping_gloves -…
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Nylander, DeBrincat, Arbitration Hearings, and Voicemails
John and Tim catch up the latest news, rumors, and transaction as well as a couple of listener voicemails to kick off the weekend.Twitter: @dropping_gloves -…
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Interview with Ryan Reaves, Toronto Maple Leafs
We caught up with an old friend of the show to talk about his new contract with the Leafs (and what it was like to watch Vegas win the Cup).Twitter…
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Free Agency Recap and Reactions
John and Tim touch on the major signings from the first few days of free agency and react to some surprising contracts.Twitter: @dropping_gloves -…
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Draft Recap and Major Trade Reactions
The boys recap some of the big stories from game night as well as the trades, including PLD, Hall, Perry, Smith, and more.Twitter: @dropping_gloves -…
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We're Back! Trades, Signings, Rumors, and More
John and Tim return from their break to talk about the major trades, contact extensions, trade rumors, and more as we head into a packed week for hockey…
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Vegas Wins: Stats, Quotes Injuries, and Playoff Takeaways
The boys recap the dominant Game 5 win for Vegas to earn their franchise' first Cup, plus highlights of the series, quotes, injuries, and more.Twitter…
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The Cup is Now in the Building
Does Vegas close it out at home? Who's the Conn Smythe favorite? Who does Stone pass the Cup to first? Predictions for Game 5.Twitter: @dropping_gloves -…
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Cats Strike Back and Major Trade Rumor Update
Tkachuk leads Florida's late comeback once again. Rumor update on DeBrincat, PLD, Hart, and more. And listener voicemails.Twitter: @dropping_gloves -…
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2-0 Vegas, Provorov Traded, DeBrincat on the Market
Vegas dominated in Game 2 and suddenly the Cats are in the hole. Provorov trade, DeBrincat rumors. Also LIV golf merger reaction.Twitter: @dropping_gloves -…
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Vegas Takes Game 1, Caufield Signs, and Babcock is Returning (?)
Adin Hill and Mark Stone put on a strong performance in Game 1, John and Tim break down the game. Caufield signs a great contact. And is Mike Babcock taking a…
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GM Changes, Cup Finals Preview, and Mike Mallot Interview
We catch up on the Dubas/Treliving news, make our predictions for the Cup finals, and talk to rising UFC Mike Mallot about his fight next week!Twitter…
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Panthers Deep-Dive with George Richards, Florida Hockey Now
We caught up with George Richards, who covers the Panthers, about their incredible run, how this team compares to previous years, and their chances against…
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Return of the Knights + Coaching Changes
Vegas is heading back to the Cup Final for the 2nd time, Dallas lays an egg, and a carousel of coaching changes over the long weekend.Twitter: @dropping_gloves…
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Canes Need a Superstar, Stars Stay Alive, Drama in Pittsburgh
John talks about the missing ingredient for Carolina, Dallas' potential to keep extending the series, and the offseason drama between Malkin, Hextall, and the…
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Dirty Plays and On the Verge of Sweeps
Dirty plays from Benn and Domi, Canes and Stars on the verge of being swept, and John gets a really exciting announcement.Twitter: @dropping_gloves -…
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Perception vs. Reality: Canes, Stars, and Kyle Dubas
John and Tim recap the weekend as Florida and Vegas both lead 2-0 in their series. Dubas is out in Toronto. Coyotes players are filing grievances. On and on it…