Postgame Show: The Hockey Show's Favorite Hockey Movies
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The podcast begins with a discussion about the recent news in the hockey world, specifically the hiring of Stan Bowman as the general manager of the Edmonton Oilers. The hosts discuss the controversy surrounding Bowman's past involvement in mishandling sexual assault allegations and the potential impact on the Oilers organization. Next, the hosts reveal their top 5 hockey movies based on a scoring system that considers storytelling, acting, hockey accuracy, and cinematography. They discuss their reasoning for each movie's ranking, highlighting their favorite aspects and criticisms. The movies they discuss include Slap Shot, Miracle, Mystery Alaska, Goon, and Youngblood. Finally, the podcast features an advertisement for Miller Light beer, emphasizing its light taste and low calorie count, making it a perfect pairing for barbecue and summer gatherings.
Outlines
Hockey News and Top 5 Hockey Movies
The podcast begins with a discussion about the controversy surrounding Stan Bowman's hiring by the Edmonton Oilers. The hosts then reveal their top 5 hockey movies based on a scoring system that considers storytelling, acting, hockey accuracy, and cinematography.
Miller Light Advertisement
This segment is an advertisement for Miller Light beer, emphasizing its light taste and low calorie count, making it a perfect pairing for barbecue and summer gatherings.
Keywords
Stan Bowman
Stan Bowman is a former NHL general manager who was recently hired by the Edmonton Oilers. He was previously suspended for his role in mishandling sexual assault allegations during his time with the Chicago Blackhawks.
Edmonton Oilers
The Edmonton Oilers are a professional hockey team in the NHL. They are currently considered one of the top teams in the Western Conference and are looking to win the Stanley Cup.
Hockey Movies
Hockey movies are films that feature ice hockey as a central theme. They often depict the sport's competitive nature, camaraderie, and cultural significance.
Slap Shot
Slap Shot is a classic hockey movie from 1977 that follows a struggling minor league hockey team that resorts to violence and brawling to attract fans.
Miracle
Miracle is a 2004 sports drama film that tells the true story of the 1980 U.S. Olympic hockey team's improbable victory over the Soviet Union.
Mystery Alaska
Mystery Alaska is a 1999 sports comedy film that follows a small-town hockey team that gets the chance to play the New York Rangers in a televised exhibition game.
Goon
Goon is a 2011 sports comedy film that follows a bouncer who becomes a professional hockey enforcer.
Miller Light
Miller Light is a light beer known for its crisp taste and low calorie count. It is often marketed as a refreshing and easy-drinking option for casual beer drinkers.
Q&A
What is the controversy surrounding Stan Bowman's hiring by the Edmonton Oilers?
Bowman was previously suspended for his role in mishandling sexual assault allegations during his time with the Chicago Blackhawks. This has raised concerns about his character and leadership abilities, leading to criticism from some Oilers fans.
What are the hosts' top 5 hockey movies and why?
The hosts' top 5 hockey movies are Slap Shot, Miracle, Mystery Alaska, Goon, and Youngblood. They chose these movies based on their storytelling, acting, hockey accuracy, and cinematography, highlighting their favorite aspects and criticisms of each film.
What is the advertisement for in this podcast?
The advertisement is for Miller Light beer, emphasizing its light taste and low calorie count, making it a perfect pairing for barbecue and summer gatherings.
Show Notes
The Oilers hired Stan Bowman as their General Manager and Executive Vice President of Hockey Operations. Roy and David dive into why that could be a problem. Plus, the duo each delivers their Top 5 Hockey Movies of All-Time!
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