Dropping the Gloves
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. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
Interview w/ Ryan VandenBussche
Ryan and I had a great time talking about his playing days. Playing with some all time greats in Gretzky/Crosby. Rooming with Probert on the road and life as a tough guy in the minors and a lot more. Enjoy.
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Fight Night ?!? and Deperate Knights
I dig into tonight's game between the Leafs and Ducks and talk about possible outcomes for the hit on Matthews a few weeks back. I also touch on the firing of Bruce Cassidy and how it i could be a huge mistake for them. Enjoy!
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Interview w/ Behn Wilson
Had a great talk with Behn Wilson, we talked about his new book, playing with the Flyers, fighting all the greats and a lot more. Enjoy!
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Interview w/ Wayne Primeau
Wayne and I had a great talk about him getting dealt 6 times, getting a cup stolen in Buffalo and playing with some all-time greats. Enjoy.
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The Leafs aren't going to do a thing, McDavid is a dead man walking and the Wings are done
Pretty quick one this weekend, I dig into the Matthews hit and brutal leafs response, talk about how sad McDavid is and how the Wings are toast this season.
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Sabres/Lightning beautiful chaos + these GM's should be fired
I talk about the Sabres and how they took a hold of the Eastern Conference with their game versus the Lightning. I also discuss the deadline and which GM's dropped the ball.
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The Biggest Losers
I dig into how terrible the leafs have been, the dysfunction of the Oilers and the goalie situation and how Max Domi needs a reckoning.
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Interview w/ Olympic Legend Ryan Miller
I talked to Ryan about this years gold medal run, the play of Connor Hellebuyck, the pressure of playing in the gold medal game in OT and a lot more. Enjoy.
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Interview w/ Conor Garland of the Vancouver Canucks
I talk to Conor about what is going on in Vancouver, the big Quinn Hughes trade, the Olympics and plenty more, Enjoy.
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USA wins toughest gold medal ever and Canada's gift
I dig into the Olympics, how we need to talk about a new format moving forward, I also talk USA's path to a gold, breakout performances and more. Enjoy.
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Interview w/ Troy Crowder
I had a chance to talk to Troy about his unique career of firsts; his first game, fight etc. He talked about quitting at 21 at the peak of his career, butting heads with coaches and fighting the likes of Probert. Enjoy.
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Drury is dealing, groundhog day in Edmonton, Mckenna and the woodshed!
I dig into the Panarin trade, the woes of being a goalie in Edmonton, Mckenna taking someone behind the woodshed and lots more. Enjoy!
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The Heartless Leafs and an interview w/ Olympic hero Jack O'Callahan
I got the chance to talk with Jack O'Callahan of the 1980 US Men's gold medal Olympic team, I also had to talk about the state of the Toronto Maple Leafs and why they suck so bad. Enjoy.
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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.
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Trade season is here! Why 1st rounders are uselss and the Rangers are so pathetic
I dig into trade season with the Sharks and Knights kicking off the trades with some solid upgrades. I also talk about how pathetic the statement Chris Drury released was. Enjoy
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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.
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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.
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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.
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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.
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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.
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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.
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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.
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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.
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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.
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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.
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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.
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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.
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#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
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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!
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Toronto Maple Leafs - The most pathetic 'dynasty' is over!
I dig into the leafs and how this so called dynasty is over, the cracks are already showing only 7 games into the season.
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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.
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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.
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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.
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Two types of players, screwing mishaps, boilers and more!!
I cover 97's deal, my disaster of a life and a lot more.
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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.
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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.
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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.
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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.
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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.
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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.
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