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.<hr /><p style="color: grey; font-size: 0.75em;"> Hosted on Acast. See <a href="https://acast.com/privacy" rel="noopener noreferrer" style="color: grey;" target="_blank">acast.com/privacy</a> for more information.</p>

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. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

01-06
45:08

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. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

12-31
35:06

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. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

12-23
01:05:10

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. Sign up to become a Friend of the Show to access a Slack community, behind the scenes content, discounts on merch, and more: https://www.patreon.com/dropping_glovesFollow the Show:MerchPatreonFacebookInstagramTwitter / XYouTube Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

12-18
50:00

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. Sign up to become a Friend of the Show to access a Slack community, behind the scenes content, discounts on merch, and more: https://www.patreon.com/dropping_glovesFollow the Show:MerchPatreonFacebookInstagramTwitter / XYouTube Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

12-16
54:23

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. Sign up to become a Friend of the Show to access a Slack community, behind the scenes content, discounts on merch, and more: https://www.patreon.com/dropping_glovesFollow the Show:MerchPatreonFacebookInstagramTwitter / XYouTube Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

12-09
50:23

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.Sign up to become a Friend of the Show to access a Slack community, behind the scenes content, discounts on merch, and more: https://www.patreon.com/dropping_glovesFollow the Show:MerchPatreonFacebookInstagramTwitter / XYouTube Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

12-03
42:20

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. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

11-21
48:49

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. Sign up to become a Friend of the Show to access a Slack community, behind the scenes content, discounts on merch, and more: https://www.patreon.com/dropping_glovesFollow the Show:MerchPatreonFacebookInstagramTwitter / XYouTube Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

11-19
41:51

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. Sign up to become a Friend of the Show to access a Slack community, behind the scenes content, discounts on merch, and more: https://www.patreon.com/dropping_glovesFollow the Show:MerchPatreonFacebookInstagramTwitter / XYouTube Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

11-12
51:16

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. Sign up to become a Friend of the Show to access a Slack community, behind the scenes content, discounts on merch, and more: https://www.patreon.com/dropping_glovesFollow the Show:MerchPatreonFacebookInstagramTwitter / XYouTube Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

11-06
41:24

#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. EnjoySign up to become a Friend of the Show to access a Slack community, behind the scenes content, discounts on merch, and more: https://www.patreon.com/dropping_glovesFollow the Show:MerchPatreonFacebookInstagramTwitter / XYouTube Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

11-04
46:46

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!Sign up to become a Friend of the Show to access a Slack community, behind the scenes content, discounts on merch, and more: https://www.patreon.com/dropping_glovesFollow the Show:MerchPatreonFacebookInstagramTwitter / XYouTube Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

10-27
42:10

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. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

10-24
41:29

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. Sign up to become a Friend of the Show to access a Slack community, behind the scenes content, discounts on merch, and more: https://www.patreon.com/dropping_glovesFollow the Show:MerchPatreonFacebookInstagramTwitter / XYouTube Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

10-23
55:14

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. Sign up to become a Friend of the Show to access a Slack community, behind the scenes content, discounts on merch, and more: https://www.patreon.com/dropping_glovesFollow the Show:MerchPatreonFacebookInstagramTwitter / XYouTube Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

10-17
52:02

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. Sign up to become a Friend of the Show to access a Slack community, behind the scenes content, discounts on merch, and more: https://www.patreon.com/dropping_glovesFollow the Show:MerchPatreonFacebookInstagramTwitter / XYouTube Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

10-15
39:00

Two types of players, screwing mishaps, boilers and more!!

I cover 97's deal, my disaster of a life and a lot more. Sign up to become a Friend of the Show to access a Slack community, behind the scenes content, discounts on merch, and more: https://www.patreon.com/dropping_glovesFollow the Show:MerchPatreonFacebookInstagramTwitter / XYouTube Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

10-10
38:30

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. Sign up to become a Friend of the Show to access a Slack community, behind the scenes content, discounts on merch, and more: https://www.patreon.com/dropping_glovesFollow the Show:MerchPatreonFacebookInstagramTwitter / XYouTube Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

10-08
43:17

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. Sign up to become a Friend of the Show to access a Slack community, behind the scenes content, discounts on merch, and more: https://www.patreon.com/dropping_glovesFollow the Show:MerchPatreonFacebookInstagramTwitter / XYouTube Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

09-30
40:03

M R

Excellent interview. One of your best.

02-08 Reply

yoter

A nice podcast but John surprisingly doesn't know the NHL that well, the players or the rules.

06-01 Reply

JON Swift

it is not the rule to have to get off the ice. you have the option to put your helmet back on. which is what Patterson should've done instead of whining.

05-17 Reply

DJ Dar

Hey John, Have a listen to Friedmans interview with the surgeon who can do this surgery......just sayin....more facts than your disclosing.....luv your pod! DjDar from Calgary

08-04 Reply

yoter

John is a nice guy, but really doesn't know what's going on in the game nowadays.

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