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Dropping the Gloves

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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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Round One Predictions pt. 2 18.04.2023 43:18

A quick recap of the first night of games then sharing predictions for NJD/NYR, TOR/TBL, COL/SEA, VGK/WPG. Twitter: @dropping_gloves -  https://twitter.com/dropping_gloves?s=20 Instagram: @dropping_gloves  John's Twitter: @johnscott_32 -  https://twitter.com/johnscott_32?s=20 Website:  https://www.hockeyfights.com/ Follow: @dropping_gloves Subscribe:  youtube.com/johnscott...

Round One Predictions pt. 1 17.04.2023 40:48

John and Tim break down their picks for the first slew of games: BOS/FLA, CAR/NYI, DAL/MIN, EDM/LAK. Twitter: @dropping_gloves -  https://twitter.com/dropping_gloves?s=20 Instagram: @dropping_gloves  John's Twitter: @johnscott_32 -  https://twitter.com/johnscott_32?s=20 Website:  https://www.hockeyfights.com/ Follow: @dropping_gloves Subscribe:  youtube.com/johnscotthockey...

Standing Ovations and First Round Matchups 14.04.2023 44:19

Toews and Anderson get send-offs from the fans, college players make an immediate impact, and most of the first round matchups are officially set Twitter: @dropping_gloves -  https://twitter.com/dropping_gloves?s=20 Instagram: @dropping_gloves  John's Twitter: @johnscott_32 -  https://twitter.com/johnscott_32?s=20 Website:  https://www.hockeyfights.com/ Follow: @dropping_gloves...

Changing of the Guard in the NHL 13.04.2023 43:57

With Crosby and Ovechkin out of the playoffs for the first time in many years, the league is officially ushering in the next potential powerhouse teams. Twitter: @dropping_gloves -  https://twitter.com/dropping_gloves?s=20 Instagram: @dropping_gloves  John's Twitter: @johnscott_32 -  https://twitter.com/johnscott_32?s=20 Website:  https://www.hockeyfights.com/ Follow: @dropping...

Flames Falter, East and West Get Tighter 11.04.2023 42:51

Calgary has been eliminated from playoff contention while the race gets tighter in both East and West. Twitter: @dropping_gloves -  https://twitter.com/dropping_gloves?s=20 Instagram: @dropping_gloves  John's Twitter: @johnscott_32 -  https://twitter.com/johnscott_32?s=20 Website:  https://www.hockeyfights.com/ Follow: @dropping_gloves Subscribe:  youtube.com/johnscotthock...

4 Key Games to Watch This Weekend 07.04.2023 12:38

Tim with a quick update on the standings and the 4 games with the biggest playoff implications this weekend. Twitter: @dropping_gloves -  https://twitter.com/dropping_gloves?s=20 Instagram: @dropping_gloves  John's Twitter: @johnscott_32 -  https://twitter.com/johnscott_32?s=20 Website:  https://www.hockeyfights.com/ Follow: @dropping_gloves Subscribe:  youtube.com/johnsco...

Major Losses for Sabres, Penguins, and Flames 05.04.2023 47:10

With the season on the line, a few teams came up short on Tuesday. What does this mean for their playoff chances? Twitter: @dropping_gloves -  https://twitter.com/dropping_gloves?s=20 Instagram: @dropping_gloves  John's Twitter: @johnscott_32 -  https://twitter.com/johnscott_32?s=20 Website:  https://www.hockeyfights.com/ Follow: @dropping_gloves Subscribe:  youtube.com/jo...

Teams Fighting for their Playoff Lives 03.04.2023 49:38

Must-watch games include CGY/WPG, BUF/FLA, EDM/LAK, and more. Featuring special guest Michał Kolasiński. Twitter: @dropping_gloves -  https://twitter.com/dropping_gloves?s=20 Instagram: @dropping_gloves  John's Twitter: @johnscott_32 -  https://twitter.com/johnscott_32?s=20 Website:  https://www.hockeyfights.com/ Follow: @dropping_gloves Subscribe:  youtube.com/johnscottho...

Fight Night: Deslauriers, DeBrincat, Frederic, and More 31.03.2023 47:50

Tons of scraps, the Bruins clinch, Phoenix sues Tempe, and Torts watches from the press box. Twitter: @dropping_gloves -  https://twitter.com/dropping_gloves?s=20 Instagram: @dropping_gloves  John's Twitter: @johnscott_32 -  https://twitter.com/johnscott_32?s=20 Website:  https://www.hockeyfights.com/ Follow: @dropping_gloves Subscribe:  youtube.com/johnscotthockey Hosted...

East vs. West Wild Card Race + Contract Trends 29.03.2023 44:15

Twitter: @dropping_gloves -  https://twitter.com/dropping_gloves?s=20 Instagram: @dropping_gloves  John's Twitter: @johnscott_32 -  https://twitter.com/johnscott_32?s=20 Website:  https://www.hockeyfights.com/ Follow: @dropping_gloves Subscribe:  youtube.com/johnscotthockey Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

10 Surprising Stats and What They Mean 27.03.2023 47:18

Interview with Kevin Bieksa 24.03.2023 36:04

John talks with Kevin Bieksa about everything from fights to rivalries, superman punches, why he didn't want to get traded anywhere and more. Twitter: @dropping_gloves -  https://twitter.com/dropping_gloves?s=20 Instagram: @dropping_gloves  John's Twitter: @johnscott_32 -  https://twitter.com/johnscott_32?s=20 Website:  https://www.hockeyfights.com/ Follow: @dropping_glove...

John Scott's Top 5 Most Generous Teammates 22.03.2023 50:35

John looks back on his career to share some stories of teammates being generous with their time and money. Some of the names might surprise you! Twitter: @dropping_gloves -  https://twitter.com/dropping_gloves?s=20 Instagram: @dropping_gloves  John's Twitter: @johnscott_32 -  https://twitter.com/johnscott_32?s=20 Website:  https://www.hockeyfights.com/ Follow: @dropping_gloves...

Wildcard Watch: Entering the Final Stretch 20.03.2023 45:21

With just a few games left in the season, here are the major stories to keep an eye on in the standings. Twitter: @dropping_gloves -  https://twitter.com/dropping_gloves?s=20 Instagram: @dropping_gloves  John's Twitter: @johnscott_32 -  https://twitter.com/johnscott_32?s=20 Website:  https://www.hockeyfights.com/ Follow: @dropping_gloves Subscribe:  youtube.com/johnscottho...

It's Time for Jordan Binnington to Go Away 17.03.2023 43:23

John goes off on the latest antics from the Blues netminder. Also: is the news out of the QMJHL the beginning of the end of fighting? Twitter: @dropping_gloves -  https://twitter.com/dropping_gloves?s=20 Instagram: @dropping_gloves  John's Twitter: @johnscott_32 -  https://twitter.com/johnscott_32?s=20 Website:  https://www.hockeyfights.com/ Follow: @dropping_gloves Subscribe:&...

6 Surprising Stats and John's Message to NHL Players 15.03.2023 52:42

We regroup on some stats that may surprise you and John shares his take on some recent player news. His message: don't forget to have fun." Twitter: @dropping_gloves -  https://twitter.com/dropping_gloves?s=20 Instagram: @dropping_gloves  John's Twitter: @johnscott_32 -  https://twitter.com/johnscott_32?s=20 Website:  https://www.hockeyfights.com/ Follow: @dropping_gloves Subsc...

Worst NHL Fight Ever + Bad Defenseman Contracts 13.03.2023 53:28

John recaps one of the worst fights in league history and we break down some of the common reasons for so many bad contracts for defensemen. Twitter: @dropping_gloves -  https://twitter.com/dropping_gloves?s=20 Instagram: @dropping_gloves  John's Twitter: @johnscott_32 -  https://twitter.com/johnscott_32?s=20 Website:  https://www.hockeyfights.com/ Follow: @dropping_gloves Subs...

The Code: Unwritten Rules You Shouldn't Break 10.03.2023 56:07

John shares his perspective as an enforcer on The Code and when it should be followed and when it's okay to break it. Twitter: @dropping_gloves -  https://twitter.com/dropping_gloves?s=20 Instagram: @dropping_gloves  John's Twitter: @johnscott_32 -  https://twitter.com/johnscott_32?s=20 Website:  https://www.hockeyfights.com/ Follow: @dropping_gloves Subscribe:  youtube.co...

The Top 3 First Lines in the NHL 08.03.2023 44:53

John and Tim each give their picks behind the best lines in the NHL... and why. Who did we leave out? Twitter: @dropping_gloves -  https://twitter.com/dropping_gloves?s=20 Instagram: @dropping_gloves  John's Twitter: @johnscott_32 -  https://twitter.com/johnscott_32?s=20 Website:  https://www.hockeyfights.com/ Follow: @dropping_gloves Subscribe:  youtube.com/johnscotthocke...

Winners and Losers of the Trade Deadline 06.03.2023 41:37

Who did well at the deadline and who failed? John and Tim share their winners and losers. Twitter: @dropping_gloves -  https://twitter.com/dropping_gloves?s=20 Instagram: @dropping_gloves  John's Twitter: @johnscott_32 -  https://twitter.com/johnscott_32?s=20 Website:  https://www.hockeyfights.com/ Follow: @dropping_gloves Subscribe:  youtube.com/johnscotthockey Hosted on...

Trade Recaps and Interview with Dylan Cozens 03.03.2023 53:50

We talked through a few more of the major trades that have come through and caught up with return guest Dylan Cozens about the strong season the Sabres are having. Twitter: @dropping_gloves -  https://twitter.com/dropping_gloves?s=20 Instagram: @dropping_gloves  John's Twitter: @johnscott_32 -  https://twitter.com/johnscott_32?s=20 Website:  https://www.hockeyfights.com/ Follow...

John's Back... Let's Talk About Some Trades 01.03.2023 59:41

While John was in Rome, about a dozen major trades happened. We break down each of them as we inch closer toward Friday's deadline. Twitter: @dropping_gloves -  https://twitter.com/dropping_gloves?s=20 Instagram: @dropping_gloves  John's Twitter: @johnscott_32 -  https://twitter.com/johnscott_32?s=20 Website:  https://www.hockeyfights.com/ Follow: @dropping_gloves Subscribe:&nb...

ROR Trade Reaction, Rumors + John in Rome 23.02.2023 30:48

John calls in from Rome (spotty connection) but we catch up on the Ryan O'Reilly trade, Zaitsev trade, and other rumors from around the league. Twitter: @dropping_gloves -  https://twitter.com/dropping_gloves?s=20 Instagram: @dropping_gloves  John's Twitter: @johnscott_32 -  https://twitter.com/johnscott_32?s=20 Website:  https://www.hockeyfights.com/ Follow: @dropping_gloves S...

Beasts of the East and Flames Flounder Yet Again 17.02.2023 52:12

Allan Walsh has been on the Twitter machine and the wild card race in the East will be electric. Twitter: @dropping_gloves -  https://twitter.com/dropping_gloves?s=20 Instagram: @dropping_gloves  John's Twitter: @johnscott_32 -  https://twitter.com/johnscott_32?s=20 Website:  https://www.hockeyfights.com/ Follow: @dropping_gloves Subscribe:  youtube.com/johnscotthockey Hos...

5 Big Trade Rumors and Updates 15.02.2023 40:44

We dive into the latest rumors on Meier, Kane, Karlsson, Chychrun, and Gavrikov - plus, what each of these teams should do at the deadline. Twitter: @dropping_gloves -  https://twitter.com/dropping_gloves?s=20 Instagram: @dropping_gloves  John's Twitter: @johnscott_32 -  https://twitter.com/johnscott_32?s=20 Website:  https://www.hockeyfights.com/ Follow: @dropping_gloves Subsc...