John Ott
Hopeless Sports Guy
The Hopeless Sports Guy contains written and play-by-play coverage of the NHL, NBA, MLB and college affiliates. On this podcast you'll find the direct transcripts of game action that is found on various audio apps and YouTube. I will often include special guests throughout the season, previews, documentaries and will mention that in the description. If you want more coverage you can follow my YouTube channel (@JohnRyanOtt) which also includes video games and reviews.
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Jun 15, 2026
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Episodes
"Defensive Masterclass" Stanley Cup Finals Game 6: Carolina Hurricanes (53-22-7, 15-3) vs. Vegas Golden Knights (39-26-17, 14-7) 15.06.2026 3:20:54
When it comes to being one win away from the Stanley Cup, you'd expect the effort and intensity to ratchet up a notch. This game was one-sided, but did have an epic conclusion.
"On The Front Foot" SC Finals Game 5 Instant Classic: Vegas Golden Knights (39-26-17, 14-6) vs. Carolina Hurricanes (53-22-7, 14-3) w/John Ott & Alec Nava 6-11-26 12.06.2026 2:48:30
This is one of the best performances I have ever seen in a second period from any team in Stanley Cup Finals history. Join in with Alec Nava and I on this electric call.
"Make An Adjustment" SC Playoffs Game 4: Carolina Hurricanes (53-22-7, 13-3) vs. Vegas Golden Knights (39-26-17, 14-5) w/John Ott, Alec Nava 6-9-26 10.06.2026 2:48:39
The Carolina Hurricanes needed to make an adjustment in net, and also needed to keep the second period in front of them. Could they do it? Check out the drama of Game 4 here.
"Don't Let Up" Stanley Cup Finals Game 3 Instant Classic: Hurricanes (53-22-7, 13-2) vs. Golden Knights (39-26-17, 13-5) w/John Ott, Alec Nava & Ian Genge 6-6-26 07.06.2026 4:07:52
Let this be a lesson in the 2026 Stanley Cup Finals that you never take your foot off the gas. This game was epic, and this series is reaching legendary heights. Some stuff needs to be cleaned up, but you can't deny what we are seeing. Join the trio (and more) for the call!
"Needed Response" Stanley Cup Finals Game 2: Vegas Golden Knights (39-26-17, 13-4) vs. Carolina Hurricanes (53-22-7, 12-2) w/John Ott, Alec Nava, & Ian Genge 6-4-26 05.06.2026 3:01:45
It was an "UNO Reverse!" of a game. Join the trio as we bring you the exciting call.
"Offensive Onslaught" Stanley Cup Finals Game 1: Vegas Golden Knights (39-26-17, 12-4) vs. Carolina Hurricanes (53-22-7, 12-1) w/John Ott, Alec Nava & Ian Genge 6-2-26 03.06.2026 2:55:44
That was a pretty good opener to the 2026 Stanley Cup Finals. Listen in to all of the action with the trio.
“2026 SC Finals Preview Show” (CAR-VGK) Stats, Breakdowns, Predictions w/Alec Nava 6-1-26 01.06.2026 41:29
Getting you set for the 2026 Stanley Cup Finals between the Carolina Hurricanes and the Vegas Golden Knights!
WCF Game 6: Oklahoma City Thunder (64-18, 11-2) vs. San Antonio Spurs (62-20, 10-6) (OKC Leads 3-2) 🏀🎙️🎨 5-28-26 29.05.2026 1:20:45
It's an NBA Western Conference Finals look at Game 6 between the Thunder and Spurs. Either way the New York Knicks await, and a riding an 11-game winning streak.
“Anticipation” WCF Game 4: Colorado Avalanche (55-16-11, 8-4) vs. Vegas Golden Knights (39-26-17, 11-4) (VGK Leads 3-0) 🏒🎙️🎨 5-26-26 w/Cooper Hopkins 27.05.2026 1:41:05
Will the Colorado Avalanche find a way to save their season? Listen to the action of Game 4 here. Cooper Hopkins joined in the third period to take in the call and provide some closing thoughts that has been on all of our minds.
"Statement" Stanley Cup Playoffs ECF Game 1: Montreal Canadiens (48-24-10, 8-6) vs. Carolina Hurricanes (53-22-7, 8-0) 5-21-26 22.05.2026 1:23:17
I had said that upsets could be 2-for-2 in respective conference finals. This was a phenomenal first period between Carolina and Montreal. What took place at the end of the game was shocking. But MTL is becoming quickly one of my favorite teams to watch.
Stanley Cup Playoffs WCF Game 1: Vegas Golden Knights (39-26-17, 8-4) vs. Colorado Avalanche (55-16-11, 8-1) 🏒🎙️🎨 5-20-26 21.05.2026 1:30:09
This was a heck of a Game 1 on the road at Ball Arena. No Cale Makar or Mark Stone. Maybe we will get the series that everyone was hoping for.
Eastern Conference Semis Game 7: Montreal Canadiens (48-24-10, 7-6) vs. Buffalo Sabres 50-23-9, 7-5) 🏒🎨🎙️ 5-18-26 19.05.2026 1:44:41
This started off in one direction and ended up being a game in which a team tried to nurse a lead a bit too quickly. Still... this contest was worth the wait! Enjoy, and see you Wednesday for the start of the conference finals.
"Superstar Takeover" Stanley Cup Playoffs Game 6: Vegas Golden Knights (7-4) vs. Anaheim Ducks (6-5) 🏒🎙️🎨 5-14-26 15.05.2026 1:28:33
When you have the horses, it probably means you have the advantage over a young team. Vegas showcased supreme skill and their experience was too much for Anaheim to handle. Still a fun broadcast... and now it's going to be a Avalanche and Golden Knights next week.
SC Playoffs East Semis G2: Montreal Canadiens (48-24-10, 4-4) vs. Buffalo Sabres 50-23-9, 5-2)🏒🎙️🎨 5-8-26 09.05.2026 1:22:17
This supposed to be a very dynamic series, and in my first look (alongside many) to see Buffalo in the playoffs... they just didn't have it tonight.
SC Playoffs West Semis Game 2: Anaheim Ducks (4-3) vs. Vegas Golden Knights (5-2) 🏒🎙️🎨 5-6-26 07.05.2026 1:27:12
I think from what I've seen from the Anaheim Ducks for the first time this season... they look to be a legitimate threat to make the Western Conference Finals. This was a responsible and very impressive defensive game against the Vegas Golden Knights.
"It's an Avalanche" SC Playoffs West Semis: MIN (4-3) vs. COL (5-0) 5-5-26 (COL Leads 1-0) 06.05.2026 2:41:17
The Colorado Avalanche have been rolling, and I'm on record saying that this team is giving me the same vibes from 2022. If the Minnesota Wild can't win this game after dropping that 9-6 opener... then they are in serious trouble. Join Alec Nava, Ian Genge and I for the call.
SC Playoffs R1, G5: Canadiens (48-24-10, 2-2) vs. Lightning (50-26-6, 2-2) P-B-P 4-29-26 30.04.2026 1:29:00
Will this be yet another one-goal game? It's been a crazy series. Join in. Series Recap: Game 1: MTL wins 4-3 (OT) Ten total powerplays as teams combine 5-for-10! The shots were just 23-19 for TB. Juraj Slafkovsky lands a powerplay hat trick and that is the game-winner. Branson Hagel scores twice for TB. Dobes gets the win stopping just 20 of 23 while Vasilevskiy has a rough outing in the 15...
“Homecoming” Colorado Avalanche (53-16-11) vs. Calgary Flames (33-38-9) 4-14-26 15.04.2026 1:56:50
This ended up being a very good, near end of season game and broadcast. Join in.
2026 NCAA Men’s 🏒 Championship: Wisconsin (24-12-2, 14-10-0) vs. Denver (28-11-3, 17-6-1)🎙️🎨 4-11-26 12.04.2026 1:50:27
Can the counter attacking style of Denver be enough to hold off Wisconsin?
2026 NCAA Men's Ice Hockey Frozen Four Instant Classic: Michigan Wolverines (31-7-1, 17-6-1) vs. Denver Pioneers (27-11-3, 17-6-1) w/ John Ott, Alec Nava & Ian Genge 4-9-26 10.04.2026 2:41:56
This was one of the better college hockey games that you will ever see. The winner of this game faces the Wisconsin Badgers on Saturday.
2026 Opening Day: Cleveland Guardians vs. Seattle Mariners ⚾️🎙️🎨 3-26-26 27.03.2026 2:02:30
Two teams that should be playoff participants in 2026. Lots of homeruns to speak of tonight. Thank you to Ian Genge for joining in.
2026 WBC Final Instant Classic: Team Venezuela (5-1) vs. Team USA (5-1) P-B-P/Color 3-17-26 18.03.2026 1:56:03
Venezuela was looking for their first ever World Baseball Classic title in their first ever appearance. Team USA is looking to avoid a second-straight loss on the grandest stage. Feel the emotions and listen to the call here.
“Winning Time” Calgary Flames (26-33-7) vs. Detroit Red Wings (36-23-8) 🏒🎙️🎨 3-16-25 17.03.2026 1:48:26
The Calgary Flames didn't make this easy for the heavily-injured Detroit Red Wings... but a vintage performance turned out to prove the difference. I outline alongside Ian Genge, what's ahead for the "Winged Wheel."
“No Excuses” Detroit Red Wings (36-22-7) vs. Tampa Bay Lightning (39-20-4) 🏒🎙️🎨 3-12-26 13.03.2026 1:24:12
These are two teams in the Atlantic that needs points badly. But Detroit is entering the month of March... and on the mend.
"Show Stopper" NCAAM Horizon League Tournament First Round: Northern Kentucky Norse (18-13, 10-10) vs. Oakland Golden Grizzlies (16-15, 12-8) P-B-P 3-4-26 05.03.2026 1:17:54
This game ended up being very fun, it went down to the wire... and better yet is a lesson that the game is never over!
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