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What Chaos!

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Mostly hockey, a little bit of nonsense. What Chaos! is an ALLCITY Network NHL podcast hosted by hockey insiders and longtime friends Pete Blackburn (formerly Bally Sports, Fox Sports) and DJ Bean (formerly Boston Bruins reporter, NHL analyst). Featuring exclusive interviews with NHL insiders, prominent reporters, and current and former players, the show delivers expert analysis, humor, and entertaining conversations about the league’s biggest news, star players, and most intriguing storylines.
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Episodes

Avs, Preds get HUGE bouncebacks from Georgiev, Saros

After performances in game 1 that left their fans searching for answers, Colorado Avalanche's Alexandar Georgiev and Nashville's Juuse Saros had massive games to help tie their respective series 1-1. Meanwhile, Alexander Ovechkin continues to struggle for the Caps as the New York Rangers took at 2-0 lead, and Sergei Bobrovsky potentially made the save of the year, helping the Panthers go up 2-0 on the Lightning as well. Join DJ Bean and Pete Blackburn for all that and more on another episode of ...

Apr 24, 20241 hr 22 minEp. 98

Does Buffalo hiring Lindy Ruff AGAIN make any sense?

The Buffalo Sabres made waves yesterday, announcing that they hired Lindy Ruff to be their head coach again, after he served that same roll from 1997-2013. Reactions to the news were mixed, but does the move actually make sense? Plus, we recap another wild night of the NHL Playoffs that included a Zach Hyman hat trick for the Edmonton Oilers and an "upset" win for Mark Stone and the Vegas Golden Knights! Join DJ Bean and Pete Blackburn for all that and more on another episode of What Chaos! pres...

Apr 23, 20241 hr 39 minEp. 97

Georgiev, Hellebuyck DISAPPEAR in wild Avs-Jets Game 1

The Winnipeg Jets and Colorado Avalanche combined for 13 goals in a chaotic series opener highlighted the first weekend of the NHL Playoffs. Who should be more concerned by their poor goaltending? Plus, we look back at all the other Game 1s from over the weekend, and look ahead to tonight's series openers for Edmonton-Los Angeles and Dallas-Vegas! Join DJ Bean and Pete Blackburn for all that and more on another episode of What Chaos! presented by the ALLCITY Network! 0:00 Intro 0:45 Welcome to W...

Apr 22, 20241 hrEp. 96

Auston Matthews FAILS to reach 70 goals

Auston Matthews quest for a historic 70-goal season came up short, with the Maple Leafs star finishing with 69 goals. Steve Dangle joins the show to discuss Matthews' season and the upcoming opening round series of the Stanley Cup playoffs agains the Boston Bruins. Long time Arizona Coyotes video coach, PHNX's Steve Peters, joins the show to discuss the Yotes final game in Arizona before their move to Utah and his memories from over two decades with the franchise. Join DJ Bean and Pete Blackburn...

Apr 18, 20241 hr 30 minEp. 95

Washington Capitals clinch playoff berth in DRAMATIC fashion

In a chaotic night of NHL games, the Washington Capitals secured the final playoff spot in the Eastern Conference on an empty net goal in Philadelphia that should never have happened, ending the seasons of the Penguins, Flyers and Red Wings. Plus, Vampire Weekend's Chris Baio joins the show to talk his New York Rangers fandom, and legendary Bruins PxP announcer Jack Edwards announced his retirement. Join DJ Bean and Pete Blackburn for all that and more on another episode of What Chaos! presented...

Apr 17, 20241 hr 25 minEp. 94

Don Granato is OUT as head coach of the Buffalo Sabres

After a disappointing season that saw the Buffalo Sabres fail to meet expectations and miss the NHL playoffs for a 13th straight season, Don Granato has been fired by the Buffalo Sabres. Where do they go from here? Plus, Carolina Hurricanes star Sebastian Aho joins the show to talk their quest for the Stanley Cup and his friendship with Seth Jarvis, and Connor McDavid hit the 100 assist mark. Join DJ Bean and Pete Blackburn for all that and more on another episode of What Chaos! presented by the...

Apr 16, 20241 hr 6 minEp. 93

Cutter Gauthier, Frank Nazar sign ELCs in final week of NHL season

After Denver beat Boston College in the NCAA hockey championship, a number of college prospects signed entry level contracts with NHL teams, including Frank Nazar with the Blackhawks and Cutter Gauthier with the Ducks. Plus, we discuss the latest on the Coyotes' relocation to Salt Lake City and the state of the NHL standings as the regular season comes to a close. Join DJ Bean and Pete Blackburn for all that and more on another episode of What Chaos! presented by the ALLCITY Network! 0:00 Intro ...

Apr 15, 20241 hr 27 minEp. 92

The latest on the Arizona Coyotes relocating to Salt Lake City

Reports broke yesterday that the framework for the Arizona Coyotes to be sold and relocated to Salt Lake City, Utah is in place. We're joined by PHNX Coyotes reporter, Craig Morgan, to break down the recent developments! Plus, if this is a new chapter for the Coyotes franchise, who is going to take the throne as the NHL's most embarrassing organization? Join DJ Bean and Pete Blackburn for all that and more on another episode of What Chaos! presented by the ALLCITY Network! 0:00 Intro 0:45 Welcom...

Apr 11, 20241 hr 5 minEp. 91

Was the Flyers season ended by BLOWOUT loss to Montreal Canadiens?

The Philadelphia Flyers have lost 9 of their last 10 games, including last night's 9-3 loss to the Montreal Canadiens which was met with a surprisingly calm John Tortorella. Can we officially write the Flyers off? Plus, we got some interesting answers from an NHLPA player survey and we talk about the Arizona Coyotes future. Join DJ Bean and Pete Blackburn for all that and more on another episode of What Chaos! presented by the ALLCITY Network! 0:00 Intro 0:45 Welcome to What Chaos! 1:45 Flyers a...

Apr 10, 20241 hr 14 minEp. 90

Vegas Golden Knights blow HUGE lead to Canucks, sit in final wild card spot

As the Vegas Golden Knights continue to jockey for playoff positioning in the West, they blew a 2-0 lead to the Vancouver Canucks en route to a 4-3 loss forcing us to wonder if Jack Eichel and company are actually any good. Plus, the Penguins got another point in an OT loss to the Toronto Maple Leafs and we check back in on the race for the Hart Trophy. Join DJ Bean and Pete Blackburn for all that and more on another episode of What Chaos! presented by the ALLCITY Network! 0:00 Intro 0:45 Welcom...

Apr 09, 20241 hr 13 minEp. 89

The Pittsburgh Penguins are ON FIRE as NHL Playoffs approach

Sidney Crosby and the Pittsburgh Penguins have won four straight games and have reinserted themselves firmly in the Eastern Conference wild card race, and the legendary Dave Dameshek joins the show to talk the Pens and more! Plus, the Hurricanes are the current favorite for the Stanley Cup and it's Monday, and people are pissed... Join DJ Bean and Pete Blackburn for all that and more on another episode of What Chaos! presented by the ALLCITY Network! 0:00 Intro 0:45 Welcome to What Chaos! 5:15 T...

Apr 08, 20241 hr 12 minEp. 88

MASSIVE line brawl kicks off wild Rangers-Devils matchup

A new chapter was written in the New York Rangers-New Jersey Devils rivalry was written as a line brawl ensued at puck drop last night to start a back and forth game. Plus, the Dallas Stars DESTROYED the Edmonton Oilers and John Tortorella delievered another all-time press conference. Join DJ Bean and Pete Blackburn for all that and more on another episode of What Chaos! presented by the ALLCITY Network! 0:00 Intro 0:45 Welcome to What Chaos! 5:40 Dallas Stars are adults 21:10 McDavid slows in A...

Apr 04, 20241 hr 20 minEp. 87

Jeff Skinner and the wild 1000th game celebrations in the NHL

The Buffalo Sabres held a crazy 1000th game celebration for Jeff Skinner that featured a jet ski and fried chicken. We revel in the chaos and take a look at the other 1000th game celebrations across the league this year. Plus, we check in on the teams on the playoff bubble, and more from last night in the NHL. Join DJ Bean and Pete Blackburn for all that and more on another episode of What Chaos! presented by the ALLCITY Network! 0:00 Intro 0:45 Welcome to What Chaos! 1:30 Jeff Skinner & 100...

Apr 03, 20241 hr 22 minEp. 86

Are the St. Louis Blues and New York Islanders playoff teams?

The New York Islanders and St. Louis Blues are still threatening to push for a playoff spot, but can they get the job done? Plus, John Tortorella gave another all-time presser where he called his team soft and praised the debut of Russian goalie Ivan Fedotov. Join DJ Bean and Pete Blackburn for all that and more on another episode of What Chaos! presented by the ALLCITY Network! 0:00 Intro 0:45 Welcome to What Chaos! 15:00 Torts RIPS Flyers 29:42 The Isles!! 46:33 The Blues!! 52:15 Zegras = Dats...

Apr 02, 20241 hr 21 minEp. 85

Should Connor McDavid be the Hart Trophy favorite?

After a slow start to the year, Connor McDavid has arrived at the top of the Hart Trophy race with fellow contenders Nathan MacKinnon and Nikita Kucherov. We make our arguments for who should win. Plus, it's Monday and people (like Trevor Zegras) are pissed! Join DJ Bean and Pete Blackburn for all that and more on another episode of What Chaos! presented by the ALLCITY Network! 0:00 Intro 0:45 Welcome to What Chaos! 12:42 Hart/Art Ross Race 33:25 It's Monday... 45:25 The Kings are screwing DJ 48...

Apr 01, 20241 hr 20 minEp. 84

Who should win the 2024 Jack Adams award?

Spencer Carbery has forced his way into the Jack Adams conversation with names like Rick Tocchet and Peter Laviolette, but who should actually win the award? PlusnLast night's embarrassing loss for the Buffalo Sabres may have put the final nail in the coffin for Don Granato's tenure in Buffalo, Alex Ovechkin likes Flamin' Hot Cheetos, and it's MLB opening day! Join DJ Bean and Pete Blackburn for all that and more on another episode of What Chaos! presented by the ALLCITY Network! 0:00 Intro 0:45...

Mar 28, 20241 hrEp. 83

Are the Washington Capitals a SERIOUS NHL playoff threat?

Despite being written off by many, the Washington Capitals have forced their way to the top of the NHL's Eastern Conference wild card race, but does that mean we need to take Alex Ovechkin and company seriously? Plus, nepo babies had a huge night as Zack Hyman scored an OT winner for his 51st goal of the year and Josh Doan scored 2 goals in his NHL debut with the Arizona Coyotes! Join DJ Bean and Pete Blackburn for all that and more on another episode of What Chaos! presented by the ALLCITY Netw...

Mar 27, 20241 hr 9 minEp. 82

CHAOS ensues in the Golden Knights' crucial OT win over St. Louis

The Vegas Golden Knights won a big game in OT over potential wild card competitor St. Louis that included a late game-tying goal and a wild Logan Thompson save. Plus, the world discovered that Bruins goalie is Jewish and a Cameo superstar. We also discuss the Brock Faber for Calder discourse. Join DJ Bean and Pete Blackburn for all that and more on another episode of What Chaos! presented by the ALLCITY Network! 0:00 Intro 0:45 Welcome to What Chaos! 4:15 Golden Knights-Blues 16:51 Faber vs. Bed...

Mar 26, 20241 hr 1 minEp. 81

Is Zach Hyman the best FA signing in the salary cap era?

Massive offseason signing, Zach Hyman, and pending free agent, Sam Reinhart, both scored their 50th goals of the season over the weekend. We take a deeper look at the their years and discuss the some of the biggest NHL free agents in the cap era. Plus, we check back in on some potential contenders and potential wildcard teams, including the surging Washington Capitals. Join DJ Bean and Pete Blackburn for all that and more on another episode of What Chaos! presented by the ALLCITY Network! 0:00 I...

Mar 25, 20241 hr 4 minEp. 80

Did Auston Matthews get his nickname 'Papi' and number from David Ortiz?

We get to the bottom of the origins of Toronto Maple Leafs star Auston Matthews wearing the number 34 and his 'Papi' nickname. Do they actually have Boston roots? Plus, Dallas Stars player development coordinator and former Atlanta Thrasher Rich Peverley joins the show to talk the Stars and the potential of an NHL return to Atlanta. Join DJ Bean and Pete Blackburn for all that and more on another episode of What Chaos! presented by the ALLCITY Network! 0:00 Intro 0:45 Welcome to What Chaos! 7:20...

Mar 21, 20241 hr 10 minEp. 79

Response to Torts healthy scratching Flyers captain Sean Couturier

In a classic John Tortorella move, the Phildaelphia Flyers head coach healthy scratched captain Sean Couturier--a decision that was met with questions and harsh criticism. Plus, we've got updates from the NHL GM meetings, and David Pastrnak scored a hat trick and someone threw a bear on the ice! Join DJ Bean and Pete Blackburn for all that and more on another episode of What Chaos! presented by the ALLCITY Network! 0:00 Intro 0:45 Welcome to What Chaos! 5:10 Torts scratches Couturier 29:20 GM Me...

Mar 20, 20241 hr 2 minEp. 78

Are the Boston Bruins being slept on, despite their record?

The Boston Bruins currently lead the NHL in points, but hockey fans in Boston and nationally still seem to doubt if they're a legit contender... are they? Plus, we check back in on the Capitals, Sabres and the East's ever-changing wild card race! Join DJ Bean and Pete Blackburn for all that and more on another episode of What Chaos! presented by the ALLCITY Network! 0:00 Intro 0:45 Welcome to What Chaos! 6:15 We're a Caps pod 12:57 Sabres hold onto playoff hopes 26:14 No one believes in the Brui...

Mar 19, 20241 hr 9 minEp. 77

Checking in on CHAOTIC NHL Eastern Conference wild card race

After the Buffalo Sabres became the darling of the East's wild card race last week, the race was shaken up over the weekend, with the Buffalo losing to the Detroit Red Wings, and Washington Capitals and Pittsburgh Penguins showing that neither are quite out of the race yet. Plus, the NHL GM Meetings are here, so we take a look at what could (and should) get changed. Join DJ Bean and Pete Blackburn for all that and more on another episode of What Chaos! presented by the ALLCITY Network! 0:00 Intr...

Mar 18, 20241 hr 17 minEp. 76

Jaromir Jagr bobbleheads STOLEN from Pittsburgh Penguins!

The Pittsburgh Penguins announced that their Jaromir Jagr bobblehead giveaway will be postponed after the shipment was stolen en route to the arena! Plus, Stuart Skinner robbed Alex Ovechkin and Zach Hyman netted a hat trick in the Edmonton Oilers blowout of the Washington Capitals, and NHL refs had a big night while miked up. Join DJ Bean and Pete Blackburn for all that and more on another episode of What Chaos! presented by the ALLCITY Network! 0:00 Intro 0:45 Welcome to What Chaos! 2:45 Jagr ...

Mar 14, 20241 hr 18 minEp. 75

The Buffalo Sabres, Detroit Red Wings and the biggest frauds in the NHL

Last night, a handful of teams revealed they might just not be who we thought they were. The Buffalo Sabres BLEW OUT wildcard competitor Detroit, the Chicago Blackhawks scored 7 goals in a win (again) that included a line brawl. Who are the biggest frauds in the NHL now? Join DJ Bean and Pete Blackburn for all that and more on another episode of What Chaos! presented by the ALLCITY Network! 0:00 Intro 0:45 Welcome to What Chaos! 5:05 Sabres are back! 26:38 Wings are frauds 37:00 Blackhawks are g...

Mar 13, 20241 hr 23 minEp. 74

Matt Rempe strikes again, faces suspension after hit on Jonas Siegenthaler

The Matt Rempe story continues to grow, after the New York Rangers enforcer received a game misconuduct for elbowing New Jersey Devil Jonas Siegenthaler and now faces a suspension. Is Rempe-mania over? Plus, the NHL Global Series is set to head to Germany, Prague and Finland! Join DJ Bean and Pete Blackburn for all that and more on another episode of What Chaos! presented by the ALLCITY Network! 0:00 Intro 0:45 Welcome to What Chaos! 4:15 Rempe-mania 23:17 Global Series 37:12 Bruins TOO happy? 1...

Mar 12, 20241 hr 12 minEp. 73

Resetting NHL landscape after the trade deadline!

Now that the dust from the NHL Trade Deadline has settled, we take a look at the league and which teams are made the biggest leap forward. John Tortorella was ejected from the Phialdephia Flyers bench and, in classic fashion, refused to leave. Plus, our guy Seth Jones had a massive 4-assist night in the Blackhawks win over the Arizona Coyotes! Join DJ Bean and Pete Blackburn for all that and more on another episode of What Chaos! presented by the ALLCITY Network! 0:00 Intro 0:45 Welcome to What ...

Mar 11, 20241 hr 18 minEp. 72

Hanifin to VGK, Mittelstadt to Colorado & rumors one day before NHL Trade Deadline

NHL Trade Deadline chaps is well underway, with Hanifin to Vegas and Mittelstadt to Colorado being two massive moves that have already gone down. Who else could and should be moved, and what are the insiders hearing as we close in on the deadline? Join DJ Bean and Pete Blackburn for all that and more on another episode of What Chaos! presented by the ALLCITY Network! 0:00 Intro 0:45 Welcome to What Chaos! 10:00 Chris Johnston joins! 34:18 Colorado's big trades 39:15 What's up with the Bruins? 56...

Mar 07, 20241 hr 3 minEp. 71

Florida Panthers trade for Vladimir Tarasenko, Oilers down Bruins in CRAZY OT win

The Edmonton Oilers won a wild game against the Boston Bruins, scoring the game-tying goal with less than 2 minutes remaining, before a an OT winner from Leon Draisaitl, and the What Chaos! boys were in the building for the game! Plus, the Florida Panthers have reportedly completed a trade to acquire Vladimir Tarasenko from the Ottawa Senators! Join DJ Bean and Pete Blackburn for all that and more on another episode of What Chaos! presented by the ALLCITY Network! 0:00 Intro 0:45 Welcome to What...

Mar 06, 20241 hr 8 minEp. 70

Lindy Ruff OUT in New Jersey! Alex Nylander's first career hat trick lead CBJ over Golden Knights

Lindy Ruff's was fired as the Devils remain on the outside looking in to the player picture. Where does New Jersey go from here? Alex Nylander nets his first career hat trick, helping the Columbus Blue Jackets drop the Vegas Golden Knights to 2-7-1 over their last 10. Plus, reports suggest the Bruins return for a Linus Ullmark trade may not be that big. Join DJ Bean and Pete Blackburn for all that and more on another episode of What Chaos! presented by the ALLCITY Network! 0:00 Intro 0:45 Welcom...

Mar 05, 20241 hr 9 minEp. 69
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