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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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Mitch, Kenny, and Me! 03.07.2025 44:06

Marner comments, Ken Holland flops, and life after Tim. 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_gloves Follow the Show: Merch Patreon Facebook Instagram Twitter / X YouTube Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Draft, Free Agency, and Tim's Last Episode 30.06.2025 43:19

Recapping the NHL draft, previewing free agency starting on July 1, and some parting words for Tim's last episode of DtG. 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_gloves Follow the Show: Merch Patreon Facebook Instagram Twitter / X YouTube Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for...

HHOF, Evander, Peterka, and Free Agency Rumors 26.06.2025 49:22

Jumbo and others elected to HHOF, Kane and Peterka traded, and Tim shares a major personal announcement. 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_gloves Follow the Show: Merch Patreon Facebook Instagram Twitter / X YouTube Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Zegras, Toews, and Every Trade Rumor We've Heard 24.06.2025 53:31

Zegras to Philly, Toews to Winnipeg, and a whole bunch of rumors about trades and free agency. 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_gloves Follow the Show: Merch Patreon Facebook Instagram Twitter / X YouTube Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

The Panthers Have Done it Again 18.06.2025 50:48

The Panthers repeat. Are they set up to start and dynasty? And where do the Oilers go from here? 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_gloves Follow the Show: Merch Patreon Facebook Instagram Twitter / X YouTube Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Game 5 Recap + Free Agency/Trade Rumors 16.06.2025 39:05

Panthers take a 3-2 series lead off a 2-goal performance from Brad Marchand. Plus: Marner, Zibanejad, Predators, Tavares, 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_gloves Follow the Show: Merch Patreon Facebook Instagram Twitter / X YouTube Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/pr...

It's a Best of 3 Now 13.06.2025 50:05

The Oilers made an incredible comeback in Game 4 and we are all tied up. What comes next? 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_gloves Follow the Show: Merch Patreon Facebook Instagram Twitter / X YouTube Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Oilers Need to Get Out of the Mud 10.06.2025 40:50

The Oilers are playing right into Florida's hands... how do they get back in this series? 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_gloves Follow the Show: Merch Patreon Facebook Instagram Twitter / X YouTube Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Oilers Take Game 1 + Early Offseason Rumors 05.06.2025 38:26

McDavid to Draisaitl and Edmonton takes Game 1. How will Florida respond? Plus, some offseason rumors coming in already. 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_gloves Follow the Show: Merch Patreon Facebook Instagram Twitter / X YouTube Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for m...

7 Predictions for the Stanley Cup Finals 03.06.2025 28:16

The official preview of the 2025 Stanley Cup Finals. This is from our live stream on Bleacher Report. 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_gloves Follow the Show: Merch Patreon Facebook Instagram Twitter / X YouTube Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

So Close, Yet So Far 29.05.2025 49:02

Looking at teams that have disappointed in the playoffs: CAR, WPG, DAL, NYR, 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_gloves Follow the Show: Merch Patreon Facebook Instagram Twitter / X YouTube Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Is a Panthers/Oilers Rematch Inevitable? 28.05.2025 44:26

Both the Oilers and Panthers are up 3-1... who do you like in a rematch? 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_gloves Follow the Show: Merch Patreon Facebook Instagram Twitter / X YouTube Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Are the Florida Panthers Unbeatable? 23.05.2025 46:15

Are the Panthers destined to repeat their Cup run of last year? So far, they are looking unbeatable... 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_gloves Follow the Show: Merch Patreon Facebook Instagram Twitter / X YouTube Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

The Official Conference Finals Preview 20.05.2025 30:25

Matchup previews, what to expect, key factors, and more. This is from our live stream on Bleacher Report. 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_gloves Follow the Show: Merch Patreon Facebook Instagram Twitter / X YouTube Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information...

The End of an Era in Toronto 19.05.2025 46:29

The Leafs lose Game 7 in embarrassing fashion. What's next? Where do we go from here? Credit to Florida. Let's break it down. 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_gloves Follow the Show: Merch Patreon Facebook Instagram Twitter / X YouTube Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy...

The Leafs Fall in the Spring 15.05.2025 41:22

Toronto gets booed out of their own building... again. Is this it for this group (finally)? 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_gloves Follow the Show: Merch Patreon Facebook Instagram Twitter / X YouTube Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

The Leaders are Separating from the Pack 13.05.2025 49:48

It's becoming clear who the serious Cup contenders are. 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_gloves Follow the Show: Merch Patreon Facebook Instagram Twitter / X YouTube Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

It's Time to Eat Crow 09.05.2025 43:26

John admits he was wrong about a couple of teams... can you guess who? 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_gloves Follow the Show: Merch Patreon Facebook Instagram Twitter / X YouTube Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

We're On to Round 2 06.05.2025 44:56

Previewing all four 2nd round matchups, plus recapping Leafs/Panthers Game 1. 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_gloves Follow the Show: Merch Patreon Facebook Instagram Twitter / X YouTube Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

The Power of Accountability 01.05.2025 51:14

What if players, coaches, and GMs were more accountable? Plus, can the Leafs close this series out? 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_gloves Follow the Show: Merch Patreon Facebook Instagram Twitter / X YouTube Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

On the Brink of Elimination 29.04.2025 41:49

5 teams are on the brink of elimination... who extends the series? Which players need to step 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_gloves Follow the Show: Merch Patreon Facebook Instagram Twitter / X YouTube Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Are We About to See Some Sweeps? 24.04.2025 50:17

There are 5 series at 2-0... how many of them will turn out to be a sweep? 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_gloves Follow the Show: Merch Patreon Facebook Instagram Twitter / X YouTube Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

It’s Been a Crazy Start to the Playoffs 22.04.2025 50:30

What a start to the postseason! Let's talk about what's happened so far. 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_gloves Follow the Show: Merch Patreon Facebook Instagram Twitter / X YouTube Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Playoff Preview Part 2: Western Conference 18.04.2025 31:49

We break down the first round matchups in the Western Conference. 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_gloves Follow the Show: Merch Patreon Facebook Instagram Twitter / X YouTube Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Playoff Preview Part 1: Eastern Conference 17.04.2025 45:19

Breaking down the first round matchups for the Easter Conference. 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_gloves Follow the Show: Merch Patreon Facebook Instagram Twitter / X YouTube Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.