NHL Unscripted with Virk and Demers

With the Colorado Avalanche on an absolute tear heading into the playoffs, we discuss the fact that team captain Gabriel Landeskog has been a regular participant in practice lately. And we all agree that he should be back in time for the postseason to play his first games since hoisting the Stanley Cup in 2022. To hear this episode in its entirety, check out our most recent show with Florida Panth...

After marveling at Quinn Hughes' on-ice wizardry, Jason Demers and Adnan Virk predict a Gabriel Landeskog return for the playoffs and break down how the Bruins firing and the Blues hiring Jim Montgomery affected both teams (spoiler: it was better for the Blues). Then Florida defenseman Seth Jones stops by to discuss his big trade to the Panthers, practicing with Roberto Luongo and the Luka Doncic...

The National Hockey League is hotter than ever right now. But Jason Demers has an idea to make 3-on-3 overtime just a little bit better. Naturally, Adnan Virk is pretty skeptical. To hear this episode in its entirety, check out this week's show featuring Dylan Strome of the Washington Capitals. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Adnan Virk's trip to Toronto has him and Jason Demers talking Maple Leafs, as well as the streaking Devils and potential playoff matchups. Then Dylan Strome stops by to discuss Alexander Ovechkin's Gr8 Chase, the surging Capitals and who is the favorite Strome brother. Finally, Adnan and Jason list their favorite Irish films before JD offers an idea to fix overtime. See omnystudio.com/listener for...

In a special segment from our most recent episode, Jason Demers breaks down the bizarre Mikko Rantanen drama following the NHL Trade Deadline and explains why he thinks Mitch Marner should leave the Toronto Maple Leafs this summer and go somewhere he's appreciated. To hear this episode in its entirely, check out Episode 15 with actor Michael Rosenbaum. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy infor...

Jason Demers takes a break from a special golf trip to join Adnan Virk and break down every aspect of the recent Trade Deadline, including some sudden Mikko Rantanen drama and how it could spell Mitch Marner's exit from Toronto. Then actor Michael Rosenbaum shares his favorite stories from the recent star-studded LAFD charity hockey game. Finally, the guys pay tribute to the late Gene Hackman befo...

Adnan Virk and Jason Demers have some thoughts to share about Hollywood's biggest night. The pair break down the winners and losers, with Jason taking issue with a certain actor who refused to get off the damn stage.  To hear this episode in its entirety, check out Episode 14 with Paul Bissonnette. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Jason Demers filmed a commercial with Macklin Celebrini but still found time to join Adnan Virk and break down every angle of the upcoming NHL Trade Deadline. Paul Bissonnette then stops by to give his own take on the Deadline, chart his incredible rise in sports media and remember the time he charged almost $20,000 to the Los Angeles Kings. Finally, Adnan recaps the Academy Awards before Jason sh...

Jason Demers and Adnan Virk get in a heated exchange about proper texting etiquette, enlisting Producer Tal to help settle their argument. It all goes down in the latest installment of our beloved "Am I Wrong?" series. To enjoy this episode in its entirety, check out Episode 13 featuring Alex Goligoski and Devan Dubnyk. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Adnan Virk returns from Winnipeg and asks Jason Demers if the Jets are for real. Then Jason's former teammate, Alex Goligoski, stops by to remember Marc-Andre Fleury's pranks and Phil Kessel's weight room exploits. After breaking down Timothee Chalamet's big speech at the SAG Awards, the guys then welcome Devan Dubnyk, who discusses Jordan Binnington's 4 Nations performance along with the highs an...

While the 4 Nations Face-Off had even the most casual sports fans jumping out of their seats, NBA All-Star weekend proved to be pretty uninspiring. In our latest bonus clip, Jason Demers wades into the discussion to break down the differences between these two events and why the NHL is so different from the NBA. To hear the entire episode, check out Thursday's show with actor Jeremy Piven. See omn...

Jason Demers shares a memorable encounter at Whole Foods before he and Adnan Virk get into the big Canada-U.S.A. championship game and all the highlights from the 4 Nations Face-Off. Actor Jeremy Piven then joins them to discuss Chris Chelios, his late mother and his upcoming film, The Performance. The guys also reflect on Guy Pearce's comments about Kevin Spacey and Chris Russo's 4 Nations hot ta...

With the 4 Nations Face-Off in full swing, Jason Demers offers his breakdown of Sidney Crosby's performance in Team Canada's tournament-opening win. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

After witnessing a child's all-out tantrum at the airport, Jason Demers has some parenting questions for Adnan Virk before breaking down an electric first night of the 4 Nations Face-Off. They're then joined by legendary broadcaster Sean McDonough, who shares his favorite call, unique upbringing and interaction with Team Canada coach Jon Cooper immediately after the 4 Nations opener. Finally, the...

Adnan Virk raves about his trip to Smashville before getting into it with Jason Demers about the playoff-hungry Senators, a slew of NHL trades and the rising salary cap. Then Columbus Blue Jackets star Zach Werenski stops by to talk about the upcoming 4 Nations Face-Off and share amazing stories about Auston Matthews, John Tortorella and Johnny Gaudreau. Producer Tal also hops on to talk about the...

Adnan Virk and Jason Demers are both a little baffled by Emilia Perez's 13 (13?!) nominations at this year's Academy Awards. And after weeks of Jason and Adnan arguing back and forth, Producer Tal chimes in to finally settle the debate: Is Anora a masterpiece or is it just soft-core porn? See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

There's almost TOO much show this week! Jason Demers and Adnan Virk get all up in the shocking Mikko Rantanen blockbuster and what it means for the upcoming trade deadline as well as how teams at the Four Nations Face-Off will deal with some sudden roster shakeups. Then Chicago Cubs outfielder Ian Happ joins us to talk Winter Classic, coffee and Eddie Vedder. Finally, we go all in on the Academy A...

Jason Demers may be a little jealous about Adnan Virk's cinema-loving fans, but he's pretty optimistic about the Toronto Maple Leafs this season. Jason and Adnan also break down the Connor McDavid suspension, the J.T. Miller trade rumors and a potential Pittsburgh Penguins fire sale. Then Carolina Hurricanes forward Jordan Martinook stops by with his young son, Chase, to share some memories from a...

Adnan Virk is back talking films instead of sports. In an excerpt from the most recent episode of NHL Unscripted, Adnan dives deep into the Screen Actors Guild Awards nominations and predicts what the upcoming Academy Award nominations will look like. Will Demi Moore finally get a statue or will this be young Mikey Madison's big night? Is Kieran Culkin going to add an Oscar to the Emmy on his mant...

Adnan Virk returns from Chicago, where people continue to mistake him for local legend Chris Chelios. Then Jason Demers offers his perspective on the mid-point of the season, including the impressive Columbus Blue Jackets and what could happen with the Boston Bruins. Vegas Golden Knights Spanish-language broadcaster Jesus Lopez (20:44) then shares his incredible story before Nick Alberga (36:15) o...

Following an eventful trip to Montreal during which one of them realized their cousin might be a drug dealer, Jason Demers and Adnan Virk take a look at the resurgent Montreal Canadiens. They then get into the divergent performances of Canada and the United States at the World Junior Championships before sports media personality Frank "the Tank" Fleming (21:30) and comedian Ian Bagg (44:25) join t...

In the first episode of the new year, Jason Demers and Adnan Virk share their favorite hockey moments, music and movies of 2024. Producer Tal even drops in to share his thoughts on A Complete Unknown. Jason then breaks down why Canada's struggles at the World Junior Championships could represent a bigger problem for Hockey Canada and shares a special conversation he had with former Blackhawks capt...

On a special holiday episode, Virk and Demers admit the impossible: they were both wrong about something. They also discuss the ongoing soap opera in Vancouver as well as what's the deal with the recently suspended (again) Matt Rempe. Then heavy metal legend Brian Slagel (22:11) stops by to talk about the colliding worlds of hockey and hard rock, not to mention the time he hung out with Metallica...

With the holiday season in full swing, Adnan Virk and Jason Demers discuss a great night in Edmonton, the theory behind all these drones in New Jersey and why the NBA Cup is ridiculous. Then former NHL player Nate Thompson (21:30) shares his powerful message about mental health as well as his connection to the Jewish faith. Naturally, Adnan weighs in on the recent Academy Awards shortlist announce...

In a very special second episode, Adnan Virk and Jason Demers take a moment to appreciate their new podcast. From there, they evaluate a big week for the New York Rangers’ ongoing soap opera and figure out what will become of the Vancouver Canucks. Former Buffalo Sabres head coach Don Granato (18:12) then joins us to give his take on the NHL’s coaching carousel and his time mentoring s...