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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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Alex Ovechkin's INCREDIBLE return to quest for history, Alex Vlasic joins

Alex Ovechkin returned from a broken leg to continue his hunt for Wayne Gretzky's goal record, the Dallas Stars held an illegal practice and we sit down with Chicago Blackhawks defenseman Alex Vlasic ahead of the Winter Classic! BUY OUR MERCH: https://store.allcitynetwork.com/collections/what-chaos JOIN OUR DISCORD: https://discord.gg/3brHQ2q5V2 Follow us on Twitter: https://twitter.com/WhatChaosShow https://twitter.com/DJ_Bean https://twitter.com/PeteBlackburn https://twitter.com/shawn_depaz PX...

Dec 30, 202451 minEp. 218

Zach Werenski, Blue Jackets are SICK of Patrik Laine

Patrik Laine had some not-so-nice things to say about his time in Columbus and Zach Werenski and his fellow Blue Jackets were not happy about it.. We discuss that beef, the Buffalo Sabres ending their 13-game losing streak and, of course, Christmas. 0:00 Intro 0:45 Welcome to What Chaos! 5:30 Laine's CBJ comments 18:30 Sabres are BACK 27:41 Bruins DOMINATE Caps 31:50 Devils dunk on Rangers 38:10 Sleight Grade BUY OUR MERCH: https://store.allcitynetwork.com/collections/what-chaos JOIN OUR DISCORD...

Dec 24, 202445 minEp. 217

The Vancouver Canucks are MESSY

J.T. Miller and Elias Pettersson have been trying their hardest to squash rumors that they don't get along, The Buffalo Sabres have yet to win a game in December, and Gene Principe put on a Christmas CLINIC on the Edmonton Oilers pregame show. 0:00 Intro 0:45 Welcome to What Chaos! 9:30 Rempe-mania 47:20 Intermission interviews are BACK 53:20 Gene's Christmas bits 1:01:05 Miller-Pettersson drama BUY OUR MERCH: https://store.allcitynetwork.com/collections/what-chaos JOIN OUR DISCORD: https://disc...

Dec 23, 20241 hr 33 minEp. 216

The Kaapo Kakko saga in New York is over

The New York Rangers traded Kaapo Kakko to the Seattle Kraken after a tumultuous start to his career following being drafted second overall in 2019. We're joined by What Chaos! Insider Jonny Lazarus to talk about the trade and where it leaves the Rangers. We discuss that, the San Jose Sharks Christmas video and more from around the league with guest host Sara Civian! 0:00 Intro 0:45 Welcome to What Chaos! 4:24 Holiday Roster Freeze 5:55 Kakko to Kraken 22:56 Barron-Carrier trade 35:30 Jonny Laza...

Dec 19, 20241 hr 15 minEp. 215

Finally, this NHL season is getting crazy

A wild night in the NHL saw the New York Rangers and Buffalo Sabres continue to free fall, Pyotr Kochetkov being crazy and more. We discuss that, give the Tampa Bay Lightning and Ottawa Senators their respect and more. Plus, Sportsnet's Justin Bourne joins the show to discuss the latest in the NHL 0:00 Intro 0:45 Welcome to What Chaos! 5:40 Goalie with a knife 14:31 Luke Schenn LIGHTS UP Rangers 23:44 Guentzel & the Lightning 55:40 The Sens are HOT 1:02:44 Slate Grade BUY OUR MERCH: https://...

Dec 18, 20241 hr 17 minEp. 214

Zach Hyman is tough as nails, Nick Foligno & Taylor Hall join

Zach Hyman broke his face in the Edmonton Oilers 6-5 loss to the Florida Panthers. We're joined by Oilers color commentator Bob Stauffer to discuss if the Oilers are acutally built to win a Stanley Cup. Plus, we're joined by Chicago Blackhawks stars Nick Foligno and Taylor Hall to discuss life under a new head coach, Connor Bedard and much more. 0:00 Intro 0:45 Welcome to What Chaos! 2:30 Oilers highlight A slate 9:43 Bob Stauffer joins 30:55 Foligno & Hall join 57:50 Game Report: Kiefer She...

Dec 17, 20241 hr 19 minEp. 213

The Edmonton Oilers are just as dangerous as ever

Leon Draisaitl, Connor McDavid and the Edmonton Oilers BLEW OUT two of the Western Conference's best teams, reminding the NHL just how good they still are. The Buffalo Sabres have extended their losing streak to TEN games and the New York Rangers are still in a free fall. 0:00 Intro 0:45 Welcome to What Chaos! 2:30 The Oilers are on FIRE 27:30 Western Conference Power Rankings 42:15 The Sabres are DEAD 57:49 Rangers need to do something 1:00:57 3 Three Stars 1:06:45 Slate Grade BUY OUR MERCH: ht...

Dec 16, 20241 hr 17 minEp. 212

The San Jose Sharks have released the greatest Christmas song EVER

Cody Ceci and the San Jose Sharks are coming for Mariah Carey's Christmas throne, releasing a song called "Holiday Inflatables" We're joined by the brains behind the operation, Sharks Director of Content and Entertainment, Dustin Lamendola to discuss how the song came to be. Plus, we discuss Owen Power and the Buffalo Sabres after their 8th straight loss. 0:00 Intro 0:45 Welcome to What Chaos! 5:00 The Sabres have a Power problem 27:00 Shark's new Christmas Song 1:13:30 Hilarious 4 Nations video...

Dec 12, 20241 hr 39 minEp. 211

The New York Rangers and Buffalo Sabres are going THROUGH IT

The Rangers, 2-8-0 over their last ten, and the Sabres, losers of seven straight, faceoff tonight in what feels like a must-win game for both teams. We're joined by What Chaos! insider Jonny Lazarus to discuss the Rangers, Sabres, the state of junior/college hockey and much more! 0:00 Intro 0:45 Welcome to What Chaos! 11:15 Bruins get their butt kicked 18:25 Rangers are stalling 50:45 Avs goalie shakeup 46:25 Junior/NCAA hockey changes 1:15:15 Slate Grade BUY OUR MERCH: https://store.allcitynetw...

Dec 11, 20241 hr 29 minEp. 210

The Los Angeles Kings are DANGEROUS, Lucas Raymond joins

The Los Angeles Kings, led by Anze Kopitar, are proving to be one of the Western Conference's best teams even after Drew Doughty was put on LTIR. We discuss that and more with ALLCITY Sr. Hockey Analyst Steve Peters, and are also joined by Detroit Red Wings and 4 Nations Face-Off Team Sweden forward, Lucas Raymond. BUY OUR MERCH: https://store.allcitynetwork.com/collections/what-chaos JOIN OUR DISCORD: https://discord.gg/3brHQ2q5V2 Follow us on Twitter: https://twitter.com/WhatChaosShow https://...

Dec 10, 20241 hr 2 minEp. 209

Matvei Michkov is proving he is a SUPERSTAR

Philadelphia Flyers rookie Matvei Michkov is has been proving he is one of the NHL's brightest young stars, both on and off the ice. We discuss the young Russian and more behavior from over the weekend, including Igor Shesterkin's huge new contract with the New York Rangers. 0:00 Intro 0:45 Welcome to What Chaos! 6:38 Happy Birthday Matvei Michkov 20:44 The Rangers pay Igor 28:49 Ducks trade for Trouba 40:40 Sabres are free falling 1:04:25 Slate Grade BUY OUR MERCH: https://store.allcitynetwork....

Dec 09, 20241 hr 14 minEp. 208

Four big questions after 4 Nations roster reveals

The rosters for the 4 Nations Face-Off were officially released yesterday, so we discuss them and are joined by Sr. NHL writer for the Athletic Sean McIndoe to ask the biggest question surrounding each of the four rosters. Plus, we talk about an OHL player that went full Grinch mode during a teddy bear toss. 0:00 Intro 0:45 Weclome to What Chaos! 19:30 Sean McIndoe joins! 22:40 Is the Canadian goaltending a problem? 27:41 USA goes experience vs. talent 32:30 Will Erik Karlsson actually play? 35:...

Dec 05, 20241 hr 20 minEp. 207

Oilers, Golden Knights play most boring NHL game EVER?

The Edmonton Oiler and Vegas Golden Knights played a game with no penalties, 44 SOG and only one player recording the point. Meanwhile, the Buffalo Sabres are in the midst of an absolute meltdown, blowing a 4-0 lead to the Colorado Avalanche to lose their 4th straight game. We discuss all that and have some fun ahead of the official release of the 4 Nations Face-Off rosters. 0:00 Intro 0:45 Welcome to What Chaos! 9:30 Spotify Wrapped 17:15 Sabres collapse 42:30 EDM-VGK most uneventful game ever ...

Dec 04, 20241 hr 13 minEp. 206

Jack Hughes BLASTED for playing 'Instagram Hockey', Seth Jarvis joins

New York Rangers color commentator Steve Valiquette blasted New Jersey Devils star Jack Hughes for trying to embarrass Igor Shesterkin by simply trying to score a goal. Plus, we're joined by Carolina Hurricanes star Seth Jarvis to discuss the Canes' great start to the season and buying a new car, and by Columbus Blue Jackets reporter fot The Athletic, Aaron Portzline to discuss the Jiricek trade and more. 0:00 Intro 0:45 Welcome to What Chaos! 5:00 Jack Hughes Instagram Hockey 13:10 Rangers kind...

Dec 03, 20241 hr 27 minEp. 205

Minnesota Wild make BIGGEST trade of the NHL season

The Minnesota Wild made waves by acquiring 2022 6th overall pick David Jiricek from the Columbus Blue Jackets for a haul off pics. We discuss that move, the Boston Bruins incredible Centennial celebration and much more from a long holiday weekend. 0:00 Intro 0:45 Welcome to What Chaos! 1:30 Weekend Behavior 35:15 Wild trade for Jiricek 45:35 Slate Grade BUY OUR MERCH: https://store.allcitynetwork.com/collections/what-chaos JOIN OUR DISCORD: https://discord.gg/3brHQ2q5V2 Follow us on Twitter: htt...

Dec 02, 202446 minEp. 204

The WEIRDEST parts of the NHL season so far

On the day before U.S. Thanksgiving, we have a fun episode discussing what the weirdest things to happen in the NHL are and play some games like 'Guess the Player' and 'Who He Play For?' 0:00 Intro 0:45 Welcome to What Chaos! 15:13 Weirdest things this season 29:20 Who’s that player? 38:08 Who he play for 43:47 Guess 1:00:08 Slate Grade BUY OUR MERCH: https://store.allcitynetwork.com/collections/what-chaos JOIN OUR DISCORD: https://discord.gg/3brHQ2q5V2 Follow us on Twitter: https://twitter.com/...

Nov 27, 20241 hr 10 minEp. 203

Colorado Avalanche and New York Rangers are on the verge a MELTDOWN

We discuss the state of troubled teams like the Avs and Rangers, and U.S. Thanksgiving is just two days away, so we look at the standings and wee which teams are and are not in a playoff position as this important benchmark approaches. Plus, we're joined by ALLCITY Sr. Hockey Analyst Steve "Petey" Peters to discuss the Minnesota Wild, Toronto Maple Leafs and much more! 0:00 Intro 0:45 Welcome to What Chaos! 11:07 Avs are messy 13:45 Canucks locker room issues 24:30 Petey joins! 26:28 Why are the...

Nov 26, 20241 hr 9 minEp. 202

Jim Montgomery IN, Drew Bannister OUT as St. Louis Blues coach

The St. Louis Blues made waves by replacing head coach Drew Bannister with Jim Montgomery who was just fired by the Boston Bruins last week. We discuss that, the Toronto Maple Leafs being absolute dawgs, a potential Rangers shake up and much more. 0:00 Intro 0:45 Welcome to What Chaos! 13:38 Monty in St. Louis 33:15 Leafs are awesome 41:15 NYR trades coming? 50:30 Weekend Behavior 1:00:00 Slate Grade BUY OUR MERCH: https://store.allcitynetwork.com/collections/what-chaos JOIN OUR DISCORD: https:/...

Nov 25, 20241 hr 11 minEp. 201

NHL Standings check-in ONE WEEK before U.S. Thanksgiving

The Colorado Avalanche & Boston Bruins are out, and the Buffalo Sabres & Edmonton Oilers are in the NHL Playoffs if they started today. One week out from U.S. Thanksgiving we look at the standings and are joined by Jeff Marek to discuss that, bad contracts and what coaches are on the hot seat. 0:00 Intro 0:45 Welcome to What Chaos! 2:34 Standing check-in 12:50 Jeff Marek joins! 21:35 Giving up on the Preds? 48:05 Free Agency failures 52:10 Jonathan Toews goes to India 1:03:00 Slate Grade...

Nov 21, 20241 hr 15 minEp. 200

Blackhawks, Blues drop NEW Winter Classic jerseys

The Chicago Blackhawks and St. Louis Blues released their jerseys for the 2025 Winter Classic this morning and we have thoughts! Plus, we wrap up our discussion the Bruins firing Jim Montgomery and are joined by ALLCITY Sr. Hockey Analyst Steve Peters to discuss Evan Bouchard's recent performance and more from around the NHL. 0:00 Intro 0:45 Welcome to What Chaos! 5:15 Winter Classic Jerseys 27:30 Petey joins! 29:25 Evan Bouchard talk 37:25 What's up with Bedard? 43:50 Next coach fired? 51:00 Wh...

Nov 20, 20241 hr 11 minEp. 199

Jim Montgomery FIRED by the Boston Bruins

The Bruins have fired Jim Montgomery after a horrible start to the 2024-25 season, so Pete Blackburn and DJ Bean are joined by Fluto Shinzawa to dissect the coaching change and what's wrong with Boston. Will Don Sweeney and Cam Neely be next to go? BUY OUR MERCH: https://store.allcitynetwork.com/collections/what-chaos JOIN OUR DISCORD: https://discord.gg/3brHQ2q5V2 Follow us on Twitter: https://twitter.com/WhatChaosShow https://twitter.com/DJ_Bean https://twitter.com/PeteBlackburn https://twitte...

Nov 19, 202425 minEp. 198

Are the Boston Bruins going to fire Jim Montgomery? Utah GM Bill Armstrong joins

Jim Montgomery's seat as head coach of the Boston Bruins has never been hotter after a 5-1 blowout loss at home to the Columbus Blue Jackets. We're joined by Bruins beat writer for the Athletic, Fluto Shinzawa to discuss what's gone wrong and if we should expect a coaching change soon. Plus, Utah Hockey Club GM Bill Armstrong joins the show. 0:00 Intro 0:45 Welcome to What Chaos! 2:30 Ovi goes off, then goes off 6:00 Bruins are BAD 6:30 Fluto Shinzawa joins! 25:00 Bruins year-to-year drop off 45...

Nov 19, 20241 hr 33 minEp. 197

Alex Ovechkin's INSANE start threatens Gretzky's goal record

Alex Ovechkin netted a hat trick last night for the Washington Capitals against the Vegas Golden nights, putting him in a tie for the most goals in the NHL this year and making people wonder if he could catch Wayne Gretzky's all-time goals record THIS SEASON. Plus, we talk more about our trip to Utah and are joined by Cam aka "No Sleeves" to discuss NHL 25. 0:00 Intro 0:45 Welcome to What Chaos! 4:55 Our trip to Utah! 31:10 Ovi is cooking! 39:00 No Sleeves joins 1:03:50 Weekend Behavior BUY OUR ...

Nov 18, 20241 hr 35 minEp. 196

Utah Hockey Club's CHAOTIC win, McDavid closing in on history

The Utah Hockey Club had an ELECTRIC win over the Carolina Hurricanes highlighted by Karel Vejmelka's career-best 49 save performance. We were in the building so we discuss the game and our first experience at the Delta Center. Plus, Connor McDavid has a chance to reach 1,000 career points tonight and we discuss the Eastern Conferencing being bad. BUY OUR MERCH: https://store.allcitynetwork.com/collections/what-chaos JOIN OUR DISCORD: https://discord.gg/3brHQ2q5V2 Follow us on Twitter: https://t...

Nov 14, 20241 hr 27 minEp. 195

Which NHL players look the MOST like their teams?

As we head to Utah, we discuss which NHL owners we most want to watch a game with and which players look most like their teams. Plus, Alex DeBrincat sits down with Pete for some small talk. 0:00 Intro 0:45 Welcome to What Chaos! 5:38 Small Talk w/ Alex DeBrincat 12:08 NHLPA merchandise 21:08 Owners we want to watch games with 42:46 Players that look like their team 56:43 Slate Grade BUY OUR MERCH: https://store.allcitynetwork.com/collections/what-chaos JOIN OUR DISCORD: https://discord.gg/3brHQ2...

Nov 13, 20241 hr 10 minEp. 194

The Pittsburgh Penguins are in a VERY bad place, Alex DeBrincat joins

A Sidney Crosby trade out of Pittsburgh is seeming more and more likely as the Penguins season is getting worse and worse. We discuss the state of the Pens, how good the Hurricanes are and check in on the standings as U.S. Thanksgiving nears. Plus, Detroit Red Wings star Alex DeBrincat joins the show! 0:00 Intro 0:45 Welcome to What Chaos! 9:00 Sell the Penguins? 21:25 Hurricanes rock 43:20 Alex DeBrincat joins 1:01:09 Slate Grade BUY OUR MERCH: https://store.allcitynetwork.com/collections/what-...

Nov 12, 20241 hr 8 minEp. 193

Is Nathan MacKinnon having ANOTHER MVP season?

Defending Hart Trophy winner, the Colorado Avalanche's Nathan MacKinnon is lighting the NHL on fire to start the season, scoring 29 points in just 15 games. We discuss his insane year so far, Jim Montgomery's job security and the Sabres' recent hot stretch. 0:00 Intro 0:45 Welcome to What Chaos! 6:14 Sabres are hot 9:50 Bruins' continued struggles 37:12 MacKinnon back to his old ways 41:45 Did You Know? 50:55 Weekend Behavior 1:01:30 Slate Grade BUY OUR MERCH: https://store.allcitynetwork.com/co...

Nov 11, 20241 hr 9 minEp. 192

Vegas Golden Knights are AWESOME, McDavid returns from injury

Connor McDavid's early return from injury was spoiled by Jack Eichel and the Vegas Golden Knights who have proven they are the real deal this year. Plus, we discuss the newly released PWHL jerseys! 0:00 Intro 0:45 Welcome to What Chaos! 5:00 PWHL jersey release 34:15 VGK rocks 46:33 Canada's goalie situation 1:00:00 Torts on hot seat 1:17:14 Slate Grade BUY OUR MERCH: https://store.allcitynetwork.com/collections/what-chaos JOIN OUR DISCORD: https://discord.gg/3brHQ2q5V2 Follow us on Twitter: htt...

Nov 07, 20241 hr 25 minEp. 191

The Nashville Predators are on the verge of a rebuild

After a huge summer that included signing Steven Stamkos and Jonathan Marchessault, and extending star goalie Juuse Saros, the Nashville Predators have gotten off to a terrible start that has got GM Barry Trotz talking about a potential rebuild. ALLCITY Sr. Hockey Analyst Steve Peters joins the show to discuss the Preds, the Wild's hot start and much more. 0:00 Intro 0:45 Welcome to What Chaos! 10:00 Tony D'Angelo-Tim Peel Beef 21:55 Preds' AWFUL start 29:40 The Wild are very good 36:00 Avs' goa...

Nov 06, 20241 hr 12 minEp. 190

Checking in on NHL rookies, Joey Daccord joins

With San Jose Sharks' star Macklin Celebrini set to return from injury, we check in on this year's rookie class and the race for the Calder Trophy. Plus, Seattle Kraken goaltender Joey Daccord joins the show to discuss going viral, Jessica Campbell and his dreams of being a forward. 0:00 Intro 0:45 Welcome to What Chaos! 12:30 Rookie Class check-in 30:50 Joey Daccord joins the show 1:16:05 Trent Frederich trade watch 1:19:50 Gudas' mustache 1:23:25 Slate Grade BUY OUR MERCH: https://store.allcit...

Nov 05, 20241 hr 37 minEp. 189
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