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Dropping the Gloves

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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

Interview w/ Devin Setoguchi

I had a really great and honest talk with Devin, he discusses his early success with the Sharks, the betrayal by GM Doug Wilson and his struggles to deal with that for the rest of his career. This was a fantastic and very honest interview about the difficulties young players face in the NHL. I hope you enjoy. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Jan 23, 202641 min

Reaves vs Olivier & an Interview w/ Zenon Konopka

Zenon and I talk the big heavy weight tilt this week and how hard it is to be a fighter these days. We also talk about hockey canada, his career and a ton more. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Jan 09, 202657 min

Hockey Canada, it's time for a change...

I dig into the problems with Hockey Canada and how we fix it after the recent loss at the 2026 WJC. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Jan 06, 202645 min

Sabres & 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 recent news. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Dec 31, 202534 min

Interview 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 with Ovi and the Caps in 2018. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Dec 23, 20251 hr 1 min

Hughes & 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 of the Buffalo Sabres and a few other things. Sign up to become a Friend of the Show to access a Slack community, behind the scenes content, discounts on merch, and more: https://www.patreon.com/dropping_gloves Follow the Show: Merch Patreon Facebook Instagram Twitter / X YouTube Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information...

Dec 18, 202545 min

Interview 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 hell he owns a pro pickle-ball team. Sign up to become a Friend of the Show to access a Slack community, behind the scenes content, discounts on merch, and more: https://www.patreon.com/dropping_gloves Follow the Show: Merch Patreon Facebook Instagram Twitter / X YouTube Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information....

Dec 16, 202549 min

Interview 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 Eric Lindros and a lot more. Sign up to become a Friend of the Show to access a Slack community, behind the scenes content, discounts on merch, and more: https://www.patreon.com/dropping_gloves Follow the Show: Merch Patreon Facebook Instagram Twitter / X YouTube Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information....

Dec 09, 202545 min

Is 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 talking about buble. Sign up to become a Friend of the Show to access a Slack community, behind the scenes content, discounts on merch, and more: https://www.patreon.com/dropping_gloves Follow the Show: Merch Patreon Facebook Instagram Twitter / X YouTube Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information....

Dec 03, 202537 min

Interview 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 on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Nov 21, 202544 min

Leafs & 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 think about blowing it up. Sign up to become a Friend of the Show to access a Slack community, behind the scenes content, discounts on merch, and more: https://www.patreon.com/dropping_gloves Follow the Show: Merch Patreon Facebook Instagram Twitter / X YouTube Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information....

Nov 19, 202538 min

Interview 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 his brother along with a bunch more. enjoy. Sign up to become a Friend of the Show to access a Slack community, behind the scenes content, discounts on merch, and more: https://www.patreon.com/dropping_gloves Follow the Show: Merch Patreon Facebook Instagram Twitter / X YouTube Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information....

Nov 12, 202547 min

Edmonton 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. Sign up to become a Friend of the Show to access a Slack community, behind the scenes content, discounts on merch, and more: https://www.patreon.com/dropping_gloves Follow the Show: Merch Patreon Facebook Instagram Twitter / X YouTube Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information....

Nov 06, 202538 min

#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 become a Friend of the Show to access a Slack community, behind the scenes content, discounts on merch, and more: https://www.patreon.com/dropping_gloves Follow the Show: Merch Patreon Facebook Instagram Twitter / X YouTube Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information....

Nov 04, 202543 min

Milan 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 Show to access a Slack community, behind the scenes content, discounts on merch, and more: https://www.patreon.com/dropping_gloves Follow the Show: Merch Patreon Facebook Instagram Twitter / X YouTube Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information....

Oct 27, 202538 min

The 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 finally making his way to a full time one way deal after over a decade in hockey. Sign up to become a Friend of the Show to access a Slack community, behind the scenes content, discounts on merch, and more: https://www.patreon.com/dropping_gloves Follow the Show: Merch Patreon Facebook Instagram Twitter / X YouTube Hosted on Acast. See acast.c...

Oct 23, 202551 min

Interview 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 friend Bob Probert. I got to talk to Joe about his playing days, winning cups, fighting with Probie, his take on fighting these days and a whole lot more. Sign up to become a Friend of the Show to access a Slack community, behind the scenes content, discounts on merch, and more: https://www.patreon.com/dropping_gloves Follow the Show: Merch Pat...

Oct 17, 202548 min

Do 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 become a Friend of the Show to access a Slack community, behind the scenes content, discounts on merch, and more: https://www.patreon.com/dropping_gloves Follow the Show: Merch Patreon Facebook Instagram Twitter / X YouTube Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information....

Oct 15, 202534 min

Two 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, discounts on merch, and more: https://www.patreon.com/dropping_gloves Follow the Show: Merch Patreon Facebook Instagram Twitter / X YouTube Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information....

Oct 10, 202534 min

Interview 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 into the toughness of the team and a lot more. Sign up to become a Friend of the Show to access a Slack community, behind the scenes content, discounts on merch, and more: https://www.patreon.com/dropping_gloves Follow the Show: Merch Patreon Facebook Instagram Twitter / X YouTube Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information...

Oct 08, 202540 min

How 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 Show to access a Slack community, behind the scenes content, discounts on merch, and more: https://www.patreon.com/dropping_gloves Follow the Show: Merch Patreon Facebook Instagram Twitter / X YouTube Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information....

Sep 30, 202537 min

Interview 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 episode which was really uncalled for. Sign up to become a Friend of the Show to access a Slack community, behind the scenes content, discounts on merch, and more: https://www.patreon.com/dropping_gloves Follow the Show: Merch Patreon Facebook Instagram Twitter / X YouTube Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information....

Sep 25, 202551 min

Randy 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 toughest guys alive and matching up against the big dogs in his day. We also talk about our alma mater MTU. Sign up to become a Friend of the Show to access a Slack community, behind the scenes content, discounts on merch, and more: https://www.patreon.com/dropping_gloves Follow the Show: Merch Patreon Facebook Instagram Twitter / X YouTu...

Sep 19, 202557 min

Put 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 Wild. Sign up to become a Friend of the Show to access a Slack community, behind the scenes content, discounts on merch, and more: https://www.patreon.com/dropping_gloves Follow the Show: Merch Patreon Facebook Instagram Twitter / X YouTube Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information....

Sep 16, 202545 min

Interview 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 lot more. Sign up to become a Friend of the Show to access a Slack community, behind the scenes content, discounts on merch, and more: https://www.patreon.com/dropping_gloves Follow the Show: Merch Patreon Facebook Instagram Twitter / X YouTube Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information....

Sep 11, 202539 min

McDavid 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 roster. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Sep 09, 202547 min

Interview 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 the Show to access a Slack community, behind the scenes content, discounts on merch, and more: https://www.patreon.com/dropping_gloves Follow the Show: Merch Patreon Facebook Instagram Twitter / X YouTube Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information....

Aug 29, 202557 min

Who 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 generation ruined fighting forever in the game of hockey... This and is Connor McDavid actually going to leave Edmonton??? Sign up to become a Friend of the Show to access a Slack community, behind the scenes content, discounts on merch, and more: https://www.patreon.com/dropping_gloves Follow the Show: Merch Patreon Facebook Instagram Twitt...

Aug 28, 202554 min
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