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With the restructuring of the 4 NHL divisions, who are the winners and losers? Boston now has to play NYR, PIT, PHI, and WAS way more. Will the Lightning run away with their division? How will the all-Canadian division pan out? Listen to find out! Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
We chatted with Marcus Foligno, one of the last true power forwards in the league. He shared some awesome stories about being a rookie, what it was like playing some of the down Buffalo years, being traded to Minnesota, and some hilarious memories of John! Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
It's not just the level of hockey that changes - it's an entirely different lifestyle with completely different expectations. John shares some of his "wow" moments when being a young kid called up to the NHL and the adjustments he had to make to his mindset - and his wallet. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
This was one of our most popular episodes ever. After John shared a story about wrestling with Risto when he was a rookie, the story took off. Risto pranked John with his jockstrap to John almost choked him out in the trainer's room. So, Risto called into the show and told his side of the story! Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
Today we have a debate: SHOULD the NHL even play next season? When you look at the financial and health risks, John believes not. What do you think? Let us know on Twitter @dropping_gloves! Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
With all the twitter drama going on this weekend with Evander Kane, Ryan Reaves, and YouTube celebrity Jake Paul, John talks about the role that social media can play for professional athletes and what line needs to be treaded carefully. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
While nobody was paying attention, the NHL just tried to change the terms of the CBA that was just signed FOUR MONTHS AGO! Get the details on the deal here and the players' response, plus: - Debrusk signing - good for the Bruins? - What's keeping Chara from re-signing? - Why haven't Hoffman and Duclair signed yet? - Goalies that John was particularly protective of - And more! Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information....
After planning all year, the move is finally complete! A quick update from the big guy on his move and finally having the move in his rearview mirror. Cribs episode coming up soon? Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
This week's throwback is the hilarious Marty Biron, who shared some awesome stories about breaking into the league at 18, losing money at cards on the plane, playing with legendary net-minders like Hasek, Miller, and Lundqvist, and more. Enjoy! Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
We break down a whole bunch of reverse retro jerseys and grade them A-F, plus a throwback to an awesome interview with the great Denis Savard! Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
No John Today! Mixing it up a little bit, here's a short history of Dropping the Gloves according to Tim. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
John answers more mailbag questions, including the best/worse planes and dressing rooms, which players asked for his stick, why he never watched video, and which teammate looked the LEAST like an athlete. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
This week's throwback episode features John's trip to Scandinavia, traveling Europe with 5 little daughters! Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
We dive into the fan mailbag with awesome questions like: - Which players were way better in practice than in games? - Which rookies impressed John the most? - Which teammate had the worst breath/BO? - Which players take being a professional too seriously? - And more! Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
The controversial OHL rule has us thinking... which NHL players would thrive in a no-checking league? Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
Our throwback this week is with Bryan Bickell, John's roommate for 2 years, who was our very FIRST interview and who had, at the time, recently been diagnosed with MS. Bryan opens up about his diagnosis and shares some great stories from the Blackhawk days. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
When the OHL released news last week that it was banning bodychecking, John released a video on twitter that went viral and was shared by some of the best players in the league. John doubles down on his sentiments here, and calls it one of the worst things that could ever happen to hockey. Agree or disagree? Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
With the passing of Joey Moss and Travis Roy, it was a tough week to see both of these warriors of the game go. We remember the passion they had for the game and the good they did. Also in this episode - how the Coyotes handled the Mitchell Miller situation (hint: a debacle) Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
This week's throwback episode is John's interview with Stu "The Grim Reaper" Grimson who was a legendary enforcer in the game! Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
With some high-end players still not signing a contract several weeks into free agency, it's time they had a reality check. John checks in on Mike Hoffman, Anthony Duclair, and others and points out why they're probably not going to get what they hoped for. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
John goes OFF on a former team of his on embarrassing themselves and giving in to the noise. Plus a quick tribute to Doc and a little sympathy thrown to McDavid. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
We're beginning a new throwback series and re-releasing some old episodes that most new listeners probably haven't heard. Here's the very first episode of Dropping the Gloves - crazy how far we've come! Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
In a move that nobody saw coming, Joe Thornton signed with Toronto. John explains why he thinks this will be HUGE for the young stars on that team. He will instantly change that locker room - this may be the team to beat next season. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
The Canadiens are spending lots of money this offseason: Petry, Anderson, Toffoli, Allen, Gallagher. Is this the last push for Bergevin? Bruins having a dud of an offseason. Why signing Hoffman or trading for Laine is key for their success. And why the Sharks - sentimental value aside - may not be better off for bringing back Patty and Jumbo to the teal. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information....
Goody was one of the most important role players on Tampa's Cup run and shares some awesome insights of being traded at the deadline, fitting in with his new team, life inside the bubble, and what it felt like to raise the Cup. Please excuse the technical difficulties! John's internet was lagging. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
Reviewing the best and worst signings of free agency so far, including the baffling Taylor Hall signing of 1 year, $8M to the Buffalo Sabres. Also a quick call to a surprise guest and John sending some strange texts to a few players... listen through to the end! Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
In maybe the strangest offseason in league history, there are so many questions to be answered. How will the flat salary cap impact teams' FA spending? Where do big names like Hall, OEL, Pietrangelo, and Krug end up? Will we see any blockbuster trades? Also: - Crawford, Khudobin, Schneider hit free agency - Is Lundqvist to Washington a certainty? - Duclair represents himself - Domi and Anderson sign for BIG deals - Murray wants a long term deal in Ottowa - And MUCH more! Hosted on Acast. See aca...
Lots of rumors, but so far it's been a surprisingly quiet week. The Domi/Anderson trade is the only noteworthy one so far, plus a few buyouts (J. Johnson, Alzner, Abdelkader). With two more days until free agency, will we see some big names being moved, like OEL, Hall, T. Johnson, Krug, etc? Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
Lehner and Jarry re-signed, but how do we make sense of the rest of the goaltender chaos? Will Boston really trade Rask? Where does Lundqvist end up? Will Washington move on from Holtby? How much is Khudobin worth? Does Jimmy Howard deserve an NHL contract? We break this all down and more. Sorry in advance for laggy audio in a couple areas. Blame John! Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
If you could be the GM of any team, who would it be? In the first official offseason episode, we break down some of the hottest rumors and possibilities, including: - Lundqvist bought out - Oliver Ekman-Larson rumors - Debrusk and Rask on the trade list - Dubnyk to Sharks? - And more! Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
