John Ott

Hopeless Sports Guy

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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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Episodes

The Wild West: Dallas Stars (37-19-13) vs. Calgary Flames (31-21-14) 3-18-23 19.03.2023 1:41:19

With the season series already containing an 11-9 split in goals, it is time for the season finale. Buckle up!

A Glimmer of Hope: Calgary Flames (30-24-14) vs. Vegas Golden Knights (42-20-6) w/John Ott (P-B-P) &Cooper Hopkins (Color) 3-16-23 17.03.2023 1:43:25

The Calgary Flames are 0-7-1 all-time at T-Mobile Arena. The Vegas Golden Knights have won four-straight games. If the Flames win tonight, not only can they make a statement.... but they can pull within three points of the last Wild Card spot. Cooper Hopkins joined me to take in this game late. 

Winnipeg Jets (38-26-3) vs. Carolina Hurricanes (43-14-8) 3-14-23 15.03.2023 1:28:51

It may be getting closer to the playoffs, but these two teams aren't exactly firing on all cylinders. What will give between Carolina and Winnipeg? Find out here. 

Dallas Stars (36-17-13) vs. Seattle Kraken (37-22-7) w/John Ott (P-B-P) & Alec Nava (Color) 3-13-23 14.03.2023 2:31:12

The Dallas Stars have been on some kind of goal scoring run lately. They looked to continue that against the Seattle Kraken at Climate Pledge Arena.

Nazem Kadri Interview (After Hours w/Scott Oake, CBC/Sportsnet 3-4-23 05.03.2023 19:34

This is property of Sportsnet and CBC so if I have to take it down I will. This was a great interview... and a great addition to the broadcast so listen while you can!

Minnesota Wild (35-21-6) vs. Calgary Flames (27-22-13) (w/Cooper Hopkins and John Ott) 3-4-23 05.03.2023 2:43:40

The Wild have been closing down games. The Flames need points to keep playoff hopes alive. John Ott takes on the first period, while Cooper Hopkins closes out the game. We went through some big time results in the first period intermission as well as some trades (of deadline day). In the second intermission we discussed some quotes, critical questions and a gaff from ESPN programming.  

Toronto Maple Leafs (37-16-8) vs. Calgary Flames (27-21-13) w/ Cooper Hopkins & John Ott 3-2-23 03.03.2023 2:39:07

It's trade deadline eve. Join Cooper Hopkins and I as we take you through the game and the moves. John Ott has the first half call and Cooper Hopkins closes out another nail-biting game. 

Goal Scoring Show: New Jersey Devils (39-15-5) vs. Colorado Avalanche (34-19-5) w/John Ott (P-B-P) & Alec Nava (Color) 3-1-23 02.03.2023 2:41:15

When you get a battle between inter-conference teams like the Devils and the Avalanche... the potential for something special is tangible.  Join Alec Nava and myself as we take you through this wild contest.    

Record Books: Los Angeles Lakers (29-32) vs. Memphis Grizzlies (36-23) 2-28-23 01.03.2023 1:24:56

This was an excellent game that had some serious highlights in the second half. Morant exploded and the Lakers bench was excellent. A memorable dunk for the 2022-23 season included. 

Milestone Game: Boston Bruins (45-8-5) vs. Edmonton Oilers (32-20-8) 2-27-23 28.02.2023 1:34:07

It's the first meeting of the season between the Bruins and the Oilers. Trade acquisitions and milestones in a memorable call. 

Calgary Flames (27-20-12) vs. Colorado Avalanche (32-19-5) w/Cooper Hopkins & John Ott 2-25-23 26.02.2023 2:48:56

This was a game coming in that both the Flames and Avalanche needed badly. There were some electric goals and heavyweight bouts. Don't miss this contest as Cooper Hopkins and I take you through it.

Calgary Flames (27-10-11) vs. Vegas Golden Knights (34-18-5) w/ Cooper Hopkins (P-B-P) & John Ott (Color) 2-23-23 24.02.2023 2:42:49

This was a giant game for both the Calgary Flames and the Vegas Golden Knights. Plenty of ebb and flow. We take you through the game and include a lively intermission and postgame show per usual! 

Los Angeles Kings (32-18-7) vs. Minnesota Wild (30-21-5) 2-21-23 22.02.2023 1:27:06

The Kings were looking to sweep the season series at Xcel Energy Center. 

Ottawa Senators (27-24-4) vs. Boston Bruins (42-8-5) 20.02.2023 1:37:04

Coming into the contest the Ottawa Senators are one of only two teams that have beaten Boston Bruins twice this season. Enjoy the matinee contest on an early Monday.   

New York Rangers (33-14-8) vs. Calgary Flames (25-19-11) 2-18-23 19.02.2023 1:32:42

The Rangers are currently riding a seven-game win streak. The Flames need points badly, and are heading into the most difficult part of the schedule to date. The last game on FEB 6 was the best game of the season. Would Round 2 be just as good? In short, yes. 

Detroit Red Wings (25-20-8) vs. Calgary Flames (25-18-11) w/Cooper Hopkins (P-B-P) and John Ott (Color) 2-16-23 17.02.2023 2:38:59

It's the last meeting of the regular season between these two teams. Detroit has been on fire. Calgary is trying to improve playoff positioning. It was a lively call... and a strong intermission discussion per usual. 

Tampa Bay Lightning (34-16-2) vs. Colorado Avalanche (28-19-4) 2-14-23 15.02.2023 1:37:07

This game was just as good as another of the other games in the Stanley Cup Finals last season. I'm glad to be on the call with all of you!  

Battle of New York: Nets (33-23) vs. Knicks (31-27) 14.02.2023 1:31:54

Both teams look different since the trade deadline... but this game had provided a lot of positive feedback and a great atmosphere.

Dallas Mavericks-Sacramento Kings (w/John Ott (P-B-P) & Dustin Hall (Color) 2-11-23 12.02.2023 1:40:22

It was the first time that Luka Doncic and Kyrie Irving were on the floor together. This game was exciting the whole way through! 

Friendly Rivalry and Bonus Content: Calgary Flames vs. Detroit Red Wings (w/Cooper Hopkins & John Ott) 2-9-23 10.02.2023 2:43:35

It's the first time this season that our favorite teams (Cooper: Calgary Flames; John: Detroit Red Wings) get to play head-to-head. Lets have some fun with a spilt broadcast, go around the league with us during intermission and stick around for some bonus hockey a Super Bowl prediction! 

The King: LeBron Breaks NBA Scoring Record w/Griffin Kass (P-B-P) & John Ott (Color) 2-8-23 08.02.2023 2:24:15

The Oklahoma City Thunder and the Los Angeles Lakers played a close game, and alongside Griffin Kass on P-B-P we included the audio from the ceremony. 

Instant Classic: Calgary Flames (24-17-9) vs. New York Rangers (27-14-8) w/John Ott (P-B-P) & Cooper Hopkins (Color) 07.02.2023 2:37:09

Hands down the best game of the 2022-2023 season!

Courtside Report: Wolverines Hand Buckeyes Fourth-Straight Loss, My Schedule and More! 2-5-23 05.02.2023 13:20

A little bit of everything from the weekend!

Bruins-Lightning "Beasts of the East" w/John Ott (P-B-P) & Alec Nava (Color) 1-26-23 27.01.2023 2:51:45

In a recent stretch of mind-blowing games during this week... here is another one! It would be great to watch these two in the playoffs. Here's hoping!  

Poole Party: Memphis Grizzlies vs. Golden State Warriors 1-25-23 26.01.2023 1:50:32

It is always something when these two teams get together. A game that started off slow... finished with a flourish!