Dropping the Gloves

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By: The Nation Network

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.

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Is Canada soft now? And Chicago is a joke!
Today at 10:00 AM

Connor Hellebuyck returns home and everyone loses their mind when he doesn't play, and the Hawks are doubling down on how terrible they are. 

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Is Julien BriseBois a Mad Man or a Genius??
11/03/2026

The reigning Hart Trophy winner has asked for a trade, is this all the GM's fault? Or is there a method to his mayhem?

 

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The Devils get their guy, and Seider for MVP?
10/29/2026

I had a great time talking the big trade, why both teams could win this deal and and if Mo Seider is the best player on planet earth! 

 

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New Coaches w/different results, why Toronto is a wreck and Edmonton is flying.
10/20/2026

I look into the big offseason coaching changes and what impact they are having so far in the season. 

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This Guy Sucks! These teams are all disasters, but one can salvage their season
10/14/2026

I talk about the slow starts of some franchises, why they are starting so bad and if they can turn it around. 

 

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Glue Guys! Who are they and what do they do?
10/08/2026

I break away from all the negative stuff to talk about glue guys, every team needs them.  I talk about what they do, who they are, and what superstars are glue guys as well.  

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Déjà vu in Edmonton & Toronto
09/30/2026

The first night is in the books and a few teams needed to make a good first impression, one did and the other left alot of unanswered questions. Enjoy. 


Marchenko saves the day? Not quite, another disaster for Toronto!
09/28/2026

Chyaka has a meltdown and trades Matthews Knies for Kiril Marchenko in a blockbuster hours before the season.  I breakdown the trade, the result and more.  Enjoy. 


The Wild are in trouble and the kids are elite!
09/24/2026

I dig into the problem facing the Minnesota Wild this season, a damned if you do damned if you don't situation with Quinn Hughes, I also talk the exciting outlook of some promising rookies entering the league.  Enjoy 

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Can the Oilers bounceback? Interview w/Connor Murphy. And Hellebuyck a no-show!
09/18/2026

I had a great talk with Connor about the Oilers' playoffs last year, what to look forward to this year, playing with Bedard vs McDavid and more.  I also dig into the messy situation in Winnipeg. Enjoy 


Detroit is embarrassing and has money ruined the game?
09/16/2026

I have a nice talk about the big money going to players who haven't earned it, I also talk about the disasters within the Winnipeg and Detroit locker rooms now that camp is about to start. 


Interview w/ Jay Miller, bodyguard to the NHL stars.
09/11/2026

I had a great chat with Jay about protecting his teammates, playing in LA with Gretzky, going to the cup finals in 88 and a lot more, Enjoy. 


Meet the new look Leafs, this is the year, right?!?
09/10/2026

I talk about the massive roster upheaval of the Toronto Maple Leafs this offseason, and if it is enough to get back on track. 


Clowns in the NHL, Hellebuyck is out for blood and Makar ruins the Avs
09/04/2026

I discuss the big Makar contract, Hellebuyck trying to force his way out and a few other things. Enjoy 


Interview w/ Sandy McCarthy
09/02/2026

I had a great talk with NHL Legend Sandy McCarthy about his career, fighting in the toughest era ever and a lot more, Enjoy. 


Hockey is Broken and needs to be fixed now
08/24/2026

I talk what is wrong with hockey, I had a great trip to Minnesota for Da Beauty League and discovered a big problem with our game.  Enjoy 


Is Montreal the next dynasty? Interview w/ Mathieau Dandenault
08/18/2026

I got to catch up with Mathieau and talk the Red Wings and why it didn't work with Yzerman, we also talked about why the Canadiens might be headed for greatness if they continue on their path.  We also talked his career and playing with greats like Hasek, Lidstrom, Yzerman and more.  Enjoy 


NHL Heavy Weight Champ Steve MacIntyre Interview
08/14/2026

I had a great talk with Steve about his fights, his career and everything in between.  Enjoy. 


The Curse of the Dallas Stars
08/12/2026

I dig into the Dallas Stars roster and why they have a self induced nightmare scenario where there is no good way out. Enjoy!


The Best Team Money Can Buy, showing GM's how to build a team!
08/06/2026

I played GM for a day and built the best team possible for the upcoming season.  Try and find a weakness. 

 

Enjoy. 


Stanley Cup/Heavyweight Champ Nicolas Deslauriers Interview!
07/31/2026

Stanley Cup champ Nic Deslauriers joins me in the episode, we talk the amazing culture in Carolina, winning the cup, playing for torts, fighting all the heavy weights and more.  Enjoy. 


The NCAA evolution, why the future of the NHL isn't the CHL anymore.
07/28/2026

I got the pleasure of talking to assistant coach of the MTU Huskies Benton Maass as well as Left Winger Teydon Trembecky.  We dig into the lifting of the CHL ban and how players and programs are adapting.  Enjoy. 


The Prodigal Son Returns, Kaner is Back!!
07/23/2026

Big news, Patrick Kane is coming home, I dig into the news of Kaner coming back to Chicago. Also Jason Robertson signing and the Flyers locking up some core pieces.  Enjoy. 

 

 


Yzerman cowardly steps down and Detroit rejoices!!
07/21/2026

I dig into the much anticipated failing of the Yzerplan, why it didn't work and how disappointing the ending was.  Enjoy. 

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Why the Leafs or Capitals will win the cup this season!
Why the Leafs or Capitals will win the cup this season! episode artwork
07/14/2026

I dig into the huge additions to some cup contenders in the Eastern Conference and talk about why the Capitals and Leafs are poised for a huge bounce back season.

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The NHL will never be the same again
The NHL will never be the same again episode artwork
07/10/2026

I discuss the offer sheet and how this specific incident has changed how GM's and players do business and will forever altar the player movement landscape. Enjoy.


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Davidson ruined the Blackhawks and needs to go!
Davidson ruined the Blackhawks and needs to go! episode artwork
07/07/2026

We are back from vacation and wow a lot has happened, I dig into the Hawks, Ducks and Sharks. Enjoy.

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Chayka and the Leafs are cooking!!!
Chayka and the Leafs are cooking!!! episode artwork
06/20/2026

It's all Toronto in this one, I dig into the moves so far with the Toronto Maple Leafs and why Chayka is killing it so far.

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Canes are champs !?!? Leafs next w/ Hiller?
Canes are champs !?!?  Leafs next w/ Hiller? episode artwork
06/18/2026

I eat crow and talk how the Hurricanes won the cup and if they will repeat. Leafs/Knights new coaches and some trades happened. Enjoy


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Detroit is burning and I love it + greatest series ever?
Detroit is burning and I love it + greatest series ever? episode artwork
06/09/2026

I am loving the drama in Detroit, I talk about the mess and why Larkin might be valuing his talents a little more then he should, I also talk Stanley Cup and Mike Babcock.

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Canes survive, did Torts blow it?!?
Canes survive, did Torts blow it?!? episode artwork
06/05/2026

What a series, I discuss the first two games and the adjustments both teams should make for game 3. Enjoy

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Knights vs Canes for Lord Stanley
Knights vs Canes for Lord Stanley episode artwork
06/02/2026

It's time, I talk all things Stanley Cup finals, which team has the edge and why they will win the Cup!


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Colorado's fatal flaw, Marner and the Knights Dominate
Colorado's fatal flaw, Marner and the Knights Dominate episode artwork
05/27/2026

I dig into the domination of the Vegas Golden Knights and why the Avalanche lost this series so badly. Enjoy.

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How each team can make the Cup!
How each team can make the Cup! episode artwork
05/20/2026

I discuss the conference finals and how each team can win the series.

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A series for the ages, MTL v BUF breakdown.
A series for the ages, MTL v BUF breakdown. episode artwork
05/19/2026

I talk about the masterpiece that was the Sabres v Canadiens, after a lack luster second round this series lived up to the hype and Game 7 was the cherry on top. I dig into why the Sabres lost and what they need to do moving forward, and why the Canadiens will continue to roll this postseason. Enjoy

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Interview w/ Guy Carbonneau
Interview w/ Guy Carbonneau episode artwork
05/13/2026

I interview Hall of Famer, 3 time Stanley Cup Champ and Montreal Canadien legend Guy Carbonneau! We talked Cole Caufield and his struggles, how the Canadiens stay focused and a lot more. Enjoy.


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Oui Oui Oui Montreal, time to panic Sabres?
Oui Oui Oui Montreal, time to panic Sabres? episode artwork
05/11/2026

Round two action, we talk sabres/canadiens and ducks/knights. Enjoy

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Leafs still suck, who is legit Avs or Canes?
Leafs still suck, who is legit Avs or Canes? episode artwork
05/09/2026

I talk draft lottery, playoffs, and why Carolina is a fraud and Colorado is a beast. Enjoy


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Toronto's new GM(haha), NHL Goalies & Round 2!
Toronto's new GM(haha), NHL Goalies & Round 2! episode artwork
05/05/2026

Great episode talking about the goalies remaining in the playoffs and what they have in common, toronto's terrible gm pick and much more, Enjoy!


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Edmonton's window is closed & Tampa is back
Edmonton's window is closed & Tampa is back episode artwork
04/27/2026

I had a good time talking about how the Oilers are a trainwreck, I also dug into the Lightning clawing their way back and touch on the other series.


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