On Episode 38 of Beers in The Lot, the guys did whatever everyone else is doing-talk about Washington Capitals forward, Tom Wilson. They also got into some NHL Department of Player Safety critique; an insane conspiracy theory regarding Alex Ovechkin, Tom Wilson, and Artemi Panarin; and reminisced on the days when cold nights in the lot were warmed up by burn barrels. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
On Episode 37 of Beers in The Lot, the guys reviewed and discussed the current NHL standings and playoff races; whether or not coaching in the Stanley Cup Playoffs is that important; and discussed collecting various hockey memorabilia. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
On Episode 36 of Beers in The Lot, the guys discussed some of their disappointment that recent NHL games have been a little boring; whether or not the PGA Tour's new social media and engagement incentive program might work in the NHL; and how no matter what level a hockey player peaks at, they all end up in the beer leagues one day. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
On Episode 35 of Beers in The Lot, the guys discussed three notable moves made at the NHL Trade Deadline that saw the Boston Bruins add Taylor Hall; the Pittsburgh Penguins acquire Jeff Carter; and the Washington Capitals part ways with Jakub Vrana in exchange for Anthony Mantha. The Beers in The Lot crew also reviewed the greatness of Wayne Gretzky and if Alex Ovechkin can still break The Great One's all-time goals record. The guys also shared some embarrassing beer league hockey stories. Learn...
On Episode 34 of Beers in The Lot, the guys were joined by Hilary Hayssen, Shannon Rice, and Stretch Johnston from the Chesapeake Bay Lightning. They discussed their preparations for USA Hockey Nationals in Tampa Bay and the Bay to Bay 2000K fundraising effort the Lightning are running to help offset costs of the trip and tournament. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Episode 33 of Beers in The Lot features Charles Partridge aka CooperGoalie from YouTube. He talked with the guys about his extensive collection of vintage goalie gear and how he uses it in beer league hockey. Charles doesn't use gear produced after the 1990s and can brag that he plays up an age level in the old timers league. This is an episode for the gear and hockey history nerds. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
On Beers in The Lot Episode 32, the guys talked about the hockey playoff season getting started with the NWHL completing the Isobel Cup and the upcoming NCAA Frozen Four tournament; whether or not an NHL prospect should be able to do a single pull-up; which NHL franchises need to perform well to make the league stronger; and a couple firsthand accounts of NHL arena experiences. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
On Episode 31 of Beers in The Lot, the guys gushed over the Minnesota Wild's Kirill Kaprizov; talked about winning and losing cultures on NHL teams like the Buffalo Sabres, Pittsburgh Penguins, and Washington Captials; and declared, the best post beer league game food is tacos. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
On Episode 30 of Beers in The Lot, the guys discussed the NWHL restarting to complete the Isobel Cup semifinals and final at the end of March; the new NHL TV deal with ESPN; and hilarious hockey nicknames like "Cheeks Klapanen" and "Bozo". Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
On Episode 29, the guys talked about some of their pregame music tastes. They discussed what it takes to be a good beer league hockey locker room DJ by reading the room, knowing your audience, and keeping a fun, party atmosphere. The guys also talked a bit about how some hockey players are gifted athletes that are good at everything. Finally, the Beers in The Lot Patreon page (beersinthelot.com/patreon) has been officially launched. Patrons can support the podcast, grab some Beers in The Lot mer...
On Episode 28 of Beers in The Lot, the guys talked about getting rid of power plays in favor of "jailbreak" penalty shots and other ideas to make hockey more exciting; how some NHL and AHL affiliations are strained relationships; and finding your role as a player at any level from the pros to beer league. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
On Episode 27, the guys talked about a bunch of outdoor hockey. They talked about the upcoming NHL outdoor games in Lake Tahoe between the Vegas Golden Knights and Colorado Avalanche, and the Boston Bruins and Philadelphia Flyers; their plans to go live in the "Watching Hockey" channel on the Beers in The Lot Discord server for the Vegas and Colorado outdoor game; and they discussed the extremes of the world's longest hockey game. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
On Episode 26 of Beers in The Lot, the guys discussed some of the listener feedback they received this week. They talked about chirping cages and full face shields in beer league hockey; how nothing good ever happens in the lot after midnight; and beer league try-hards. What's up Tryin' Brian? Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
On Episode 25, the guys are joined by former NWHL defensewoman, Amber Moore. Amber detailed her hockey background and her path to playing for the Metropolitan Riveters. Amber also discussed how her experiences along her hockey journey and career as an education equity advocate, led to her current efforts to show that hockey is for everyone. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
On Episode 24 of Beers in The Lot, the guys reminisced on some of the beer league hockey injuries they have suffered over the years; checked in with the NWHL bubble and how their favorite teams are playing; and provided a quick update on the Beers in The Lot fantasy hockey league. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
On Episode 23, the guys are joined by their goalie friend and teammate, Matt Goodwin. Goodie talked about how to properly warm up your goalie; playing the goaltender position at various levels from high school and college hockey to the lower levels of beer leagues; and meeting and being taught to play hockey by New York Rangers legend, Mike Richter. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
On Episode 22 of Beers in The Lot, the guys made some predictions and picks for the NHL season; gave a quick follow up on the Mathew Barzal contract and the New York Islanders salary cap situation; and talked about the NHL announcing two outdoor games on the shore of Lake Tahoe and the NWHL bubble in Lake Placid. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
On Episode 21 of Beers in the Lot, the guys recapped their NHL fantasy draft rules and some of the picks they made; watched and reacted to the World Junior Championship gold medal game between Canada and Team USA; and looked into the New York Islanders salary cap situation and the potential for general manager Lou Lamoriello to sign Mathew Barzal for the upcoming season. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
On Episode 20 of Beers in The Lot, the guys answer some listener feedback regarding the new off-side rule change in the NHL and what players the Seattle Kraken might take from division and conference rivals in the expansion draft. They also discuss the World Junior Championships so far and the blow out wins by Canada and Team USA over lesser opponents. The guys describe their appreciation for hockey history. Finally, the new year will bring some exciting changes to how Beers in The Lot podcast p...
On Episode 19 of Beers in The Lot, the guys discuss the NHL returning for an abbreviated 2021 season; how an MLB-like schedule should enhance heated NHL rivalries; NHL helmet sticker sponsors being announced for the Washington Capitals, New Jersey Devils, and Nashville Predators; and the big NWHL television broadcast deal with NBC and what that means for women's hockey. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
On this week’s episode of Beers in The Lot, the guys are joined by the host of Blue Line Banter podcast, Michael Lee. Mike responds to some chirping of his beloved Carolina Hurricanes; discusses Andrei Svechnikov's lacrosse-style goals and the outlook for the Canes heading into next season; talks about how he got into playing and coaching hockey; and recognizes the importance of the hockey community. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
In Episode 17 of Beers in The Lot, the guys discuss the NHL returning in mid-January; placing advertising on NHL uniforms and on the ice to make up for lost revenue; and opinions on the recently released Reverse Retro uniforms. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Episode 16 of Beers in The Lot features Mark Breiter, the equipment manager for the Minnesota State University Mavericks women's ice hockey team. Mark gives his hockey backstory and how he got the equipment manager job; goes through his role as the equipment manager on a day-to-day basis; provides an insider look into practice and game day operations; and talks about learning the craft from his mentors and the equipment manager brotherhood. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/ad...
In Episode 15 of Beers in The Lot, the guys are joined by Nick Fleehart aka "Nicky Commish", the commissioner of the Beer League Players Association. Nick talked about the Draft Experience beer league hockey tournaments he runs all over the country; the draft format of the tournaments which values players’ beer drinking prowess over their hockey skill; and the golden rule of beer league, "Don't be a dick". Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Episode 14 features Ryan Minkoff, author of Thin Ice: A Hockey Journey from Unknown to Elite--and the Gift of a Lifetime. The Beers in The Lot podcast crew talked with Ryan about his youth and high school hockey days in Minnesota; playing college club hockey at the University of Washington and the crazy road trips; an opportunity to attend the WHL's Everett Silvertips training camp; Ryan's path to playing professional hockey in Finland and what life was like in a small Finnish town for one of tw...
In Episode 13, the guys discuss late start times for their beer league hockey games that lead to slow and tired mornings; retired NHL enforcer tough guy, Georges Laraque challenging boxing legend Mike Tyson to a match last week; and the NHL Reverse Retro uniforms, creative goalie equipment setups, and NHL player style. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
In Episode 12, the Beers in The Lot crew appeals to the "try hards" in beer league to stop trying so hard; summarizes their theory that Captain Quint murdered Ben Gardner to get the contract to hunt down the shark in the movie Jaws; and the uncertainty around the NHL, major juniors, and college hockey getting started. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Episode 11 features guest and beer league hockey teammate, Branden McGee from Flying Dog Brewery helping the guys tell a couple stories from their recent trip to Johnstown, PA for the Slapshot Cup Tournament; discussing Brando's previous job as an Assistant General Manager for the Frederick Keys minor league baseball team; and his "other job" as the beer man for the Old Fat Bald Guys Hockey League. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Episode 10 of Beers in The Lot features Mark Maradei from Steel City Nation Podcast to talk Pittsburgh Penguins hockey. Mark focuses on Pittsburgh sports but also covers all sports, leagues, and teams around the world. He has had some interesting guests on Steel City Nation including retired NFL player Leon Searcy, Pittsburgh Hockey Now's Dan Kingerski, and the hilarious Pittsburgh Dad actor Curt Wootton. Mark also invited Beers in The Lot's own Jonny and Rigs on to talk hockey before the NHL pl...
This week, the Beers in The Lot crew tell some stories about previous fun at the Slapshot Cup hockey tournament in Johnstown, PA including where "the spot" is each year; the Vegas Golden Knights making moves in free agency; and Taylor Hall signing with the Buffalo Sabres and how their fans deserve some success. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
