The Suspendables

She's the greatest women's hockey player of all time, a Hockey Hall of Famer, an author, an Olympic softball player, Leafs executive and, oh yeah, we catch her the day before she begins her medical career and day one of her residency. Hayley Wickenheiser joins us this week! Jim spends a few days outlining Hayley's accomplishments and asks about all the hats she's worn in her career. They discuss d...

We're joined this week by Sportsnet's Ken Reid - sportscaster, author and hockey card aficionado. Ken talks about his journey to landing his dream job. We get the lowdown on what mens league hockey looks like in Ken's hometown in Pictou, Nova Scotia. The guys get into all kinds of hockey talk, including a discussion about characters like Stephane Richer, Harold Ballard and Eddie Shack, who Ken wro...

We're joined by NHL trivia expert Liam Maguire - a hockey historian, a published author, radio host, TV personality and probably the biggest Habs' fan in the world Russ relives some Stanley cup Playoff memories. But Liam probably knows as much about Russ's hockey career as he does. Liam talks about Montreal Canadiens history and why they're regarded as an iconic franchise. An interesting story abo...

The boys offer up some thoughts on the Montreal Canadiens surprising playoff run so far. Russ spills the goods on Patrick Roy's pre-game good luck charm. The time Bob Gainey lost it on his goalie, Jon Casey The best 3 athletes Russ ever saw The time Russ pulled a fast one on teammate Mark Tinordi who tended to be tight with a buck Russ had a great night with the LA Rams...including his neighbour A...

A quick review of the Wendel Clark episode The fellas react after the Leafs' Game 7 loss to Montreal. Why did the Habs win? Who does Russ cheer for when his two former teams face each other? Who does all the talking during intermissions at playoff time and what do they say? The boys talk about tennis star Naomi Osaka who refused to talk to the media this week at The French Open. After round one, s...

We're joined today by former Toronto Maple Leafs captain Wendel Clark! Wendel and Russ reminisce about their days playing together in Toronto. Wendel talks about his childhood in Saskatchewan and why hockey won out over farming! A hilarious story about Bill Derlago Dave Lumley was always tight with a buck Memories of their head coaches Dan Maloney and John Brophy Russ always appreciated having suc...

Russ' daughter is named to the Sports Illustrated swimsuit edition. The Stanley Cup Playoffs are upon us! The boys talk about some of the action so far. Russ, who played for both Toronto and Montreal, thinks the Leafs will win, but also reminds us that anything can happen in the playoffs, especially when you have Carey Price. Why is Toronto in a 54 year Stanley Cup drought? Russ shares some of his...

It's our 100th episode!! Russ talks about the Gretzky interview and how the Great One told some stories he's never told before The boys answer some emails and Jim gives a shoutout to every listener ever Russ talks about the sports autographs business The boys get into the Capitals-Rangers mess, sparked by the suspendable Tom Wilson, along with the unprecedented Rangers' press release and the firin...

Our special guest is Wayne Gretzky! Wayne has zero issues with anyone who wants to wear #99. He talks about how his parents completely wasted their money buying him braces Wayne shares many heartfelt and funny stories about his father, who passed away in March. He talks about why he would sneak home unannounced when he went to visit his parents He updates us on what his family is up to Wayne discu...

This week the guys talk about social media abuse is rampant and how one sport is taking serious action against it. Russ recalls how it felt getting booed by his home crowd in Montreal Then scoring a Game 7 overtime winner vs Hartford! Dealing with a fluke shoulder injury that changed everything in Montreal Jason Spezza led a player initiative to get Leaf players to pool their money to help out les...

The boys talk about the retirement of quarterback Alex Smith and his inspirational comeback from a shattered leg and multiple surgeries. Jim talks about his father's battle with Huntington's Disease. What it meant to Russ to be an NHL player. What Gordie Howe didn't like about the game. They discuss Columbus head coach John Tortorella making Max Domi a healthy scratch. Russ discusses other coaches...

Today we get into our pet peeves, the things that really drive us crazy. Russ's favourite neighbour moves away...he was a Great One We talk about another great edition of The Masters, and how cool and humble Hideki Matsuyama is. Wait, how many hole in ones has Jack Nicklaus had? Our producer, Steve Warne (also a long time sports talk radio host), helps us break down the NHL trade deadline. Taylor...

The boys discuss the Vancouver Canucks COVID outbreak this week and a few of their own thoughts on vaccines. The Texas Rangers home opener is allowed a full house for their home opener. Connor McDavid gets the maximum NHL fine for an elbowing penalty against Montreal. Wait, the maximum is only $5000??!! What's it like for players to live through the NHL trade deadline, whether they're on the block...

Russ has a theory on why Jimmy cannot sell his house in the hottest market ever. Jim talks about his days as a realtor and, during one showing, an embarrassing, painful episode After the Aaron Ekblad injury, Russ remembers some bad injuries he's witnessed, along with some of his own Has Russ ever witnessed a coach telling a player to go out and hurt an opponent? Which skill players in Russ's era w...

Russ talks about a fundraiser for his friend... We discuss Thomas Hickey's incredible battle though adversity to play his first game for the Islanders in almost two years. How do you stay motivated on a hockey team that's already way out of the playoff race? They address Erik Karlsson's recent comments that he doesn't want to go through in San Jose what he went through in Ottawa. Russ's friend "MC...

Our special guest is Russ' former Leaf teammate, Gary Leeman. This week, the guys talk about: The time Pete Mahovlich stepped in to save Jimmy from a beating. What Gary is up to these days and where he's living Jimmy's memory of hanging with Gary in Truro Nova Scotia. Gary and Russ talk about staying involved with charity through NHL and Leafs alumni events The boys talk about their times together...

An emotional show this week as the boys discuss their friend, Walter Gretzky —Canada's Hockey Dad—who passed away last week at the age of 82. They discuss: Russ meeting Walter at the 1991 Canada Cup when he and Wayne played together for Team Canada. Walter had great sympathy at that tournament for 18 year old Eric Lindros. Going for walks and telling stories with Walter and his friend Charlie Henr...

This week the boys relive some great stories and the Edmonton Oilers' dynasty of the 1980's. The time Jim moved in with Kevin. Memories of hitting golf balls off Jim's car Jim takes a week to list off Kevin accomplishments Kevin remembers his final year of playing, signing a 3 year deal with the Oilers, one year to play, two year to coach Kevin doesn't miss dealing with agents Some great memories...

Russ and Jim are joined this week by TSN Hockey host and author, James Duthie. The boys talk about Duthie's latest book Beauties: Hockey's Greatest Untold Stories. They zoom in on some fantastic stories about Luc Robitaille, Marc Bergevin, Gordie Howe, Darcy Tucker, Pat Quinn, Brian Kilrea and others. They discuss how TSN is pulling off hockey with all the safety challenges. Will the NHL be able t...

Today, Jim quizzes Russ about the info his Wikipedia page What was Russ like as a kid? Russ talks about days on the school yard and life playing prep school hockey in Notre Dame in Saskatchewan He remembers his late father's promise Russ also talks about leaving home at 14. Was he homesick? He talked about his Hounds teammates Wendel Clark, Gary Leeman, Gord Kluzak and other ND players who made th...

Jim crushes our producer Steve in NFL betting Russ lost on KC but he's happy for Tom Brady Russ shares Paris' perspective on what's it's like to be married to an NHL player? And what things are like after retirement? The Super Bowl streaker We're got some stories on how to talk your way into great sports tickets Stories of Russ facing off against his brother Geoff Why you can't chirp guys as much...

Our good friend Marty McSorley joins us with some fantastic hockey stories this week: The former Edmonton Oiler, LA King, Boston Bruin, Pittsburgh Penguin, New York Ranger, and San Jose Shark talks about the time he fought his future teammate, Mark Messier and, after their majors, rushed out to wait for him outside the penalty box. Marty says when he was in a bad mood, he would warn opposing winge...

The boys review Kirk McLean's great visit to the show last week Russ is getting ready for his physical for Life Insurance - measuring out his next White Claw Parenting, trying to keep kids clear of trouble and Jim's memories of "the strap" Russ and Jim share facts and memories of former Toronto Maple Leafs' captain George Armstrong who passed away this week Russ is loving the NHL North, the all-Ca...

Former NHL goalie Kirk McLean - Russ' old Canucks' teammate - fills in for Russ as guest co-host today…. He talks about some of the differences in the game today versus his era. Kirk talks about the advancement in goaltending techniques: While today's butterfly technique is superior, he is concerned about injuries. The boys talk about how beautiful the facilities are at Rogers Place in Edmonton Th...

In this episode, some great stories from St Louis Blues analyst Darren Pang. Both Panger and Russ played junior hockey for Brian Kilrea and they swap some great stories about him. The guy's get into Panger's Chicago days, discussing Denis Savard and Doug Wilson, his contentious relationship with Mike Keenan and Panger's very unusual pre-game ritual. Russ gives some love to Neal Broten as a guy who...