Double Digit Hockey: Recent Episodes
John Easthope
A hockey podcast covering the Western Canadian team of the NHL and other NHL headlines, WHL/CHL headlines, and major international hockey events.
Show host John Easthope is back to chat hockey. With lots to chew on John dives right in with the latest on Elias Lindholm and the Calgary Flames, Looking ahead to the season in Edmonton, and has a frank conversation around the Lethbridge Hurricanes controversy with Bill Peters announced as the team's new head coach. All this and a bit more on the latest episode of the show.
Friend of the show Jonathan Hodgson jumps on the chat about the upcoming WHL season. What should we expect?
Chat about the Flames' headed goaltending question, Coaching changes, and more. Also, Hodgy's thoughts on the Okotoks Dawgs winning yet another title.
Host John Easthope jumps on the mic for a season finale of chatter. Lots of Questions remain, Team's uncertainty and looking forward. Plenty to dive into this week on the show.
Show host John Easthope is joined by special guest Theo Tutkaluk this week to chat about what is happening with the Winnipeg Jets this offseason. Plenty of questions around the teams.
The guys are also gonna dive into the draft and Free agency giving their thoughts and reactions to what they witnessed. Lots to get into this weeks on the DDH show.
The NHL draft is fast approaching special guest Byron Bader joins show Host John Easthope to chat about the draft. Bedard a no doubt number 1 but who follows? Who rounds out the top 5? What about Michov? and more.
Also the latest from the Flames who once again become the leagues talking point. Lots to get into on this episode of the show.
Show host John Easthope chats Stanley Cup champions. Vegas gets the job done, Praise for the stars, and Conn Smythe winner. Also, a look inside the Panthers' failures, and other NHL news.
The Calgary Flames are back at it in the news cycle, This time announcing their new Head Coach. The Flames hire Ryan Huska. Reaction to the hire, thoughts on his press conference, and more on this live recorded special. Also, plenty of other news on the Flames while looking ahead through to the draft for the team.
The Stanley Cup final is underway with a bang, Knights and Panthers do battle for the cup. Conn Smythe updated with a new name to consider. Coaching Carousel sees a couple more hires, the Flames search continues and more from around the NHL. Memorial Cup Champions are crowned and Ask Johnny returns. All this and more on the latest episode of the show.
Host John Easthope jumps on the mic and wraps up the conference finals before previewing the SCF between the Panthers and Knights. What to watch, Who to keep an eye on, and predicting the winner. A spin around the league for the latest on GM and COaching searching and the Memorial Cup continues.
A busy week that was. Panthers dominate Hurricanes and Stars stave off elimination vs the Knights. Preview game 5 in Vegas and looking ahead to the cup final, Can Florida be beaten? News from around the NHL including GM and Coaching searches. Also, Memorial Cup drops the puck Friday night Host Kamloops vs Quebec, Can the Blazers hang with the league champions?
Calgary Flames hit the news cycle again, Naming Craig Conroy the team's new General Manager. Host John Easthope is joined by Flamesnations Robert Munnich to break down all down and react to the news.
Also, What is next for the team and what it means for the next head coach, pending UFAs, and more.
Host John Easthope jumps on the mic for a quick spin around the playoffs in the NHL, CHL, and more. Early Conn Smythe conversation too.
The next day debuts with chatter from the seven period marathon between Cats and Canes. Also a preview for the west conference final and reaction to Dubas out in Toronto.
Host John Easthope looks at the end of round 2 in the NHL playoffs and previews the conference finals ahead. Down to the final four. Predictions and more.
Also, what is the latest on the Calgary Flames GM search has the draft meeting draw near. We also check in on the CHL Championship series.
Introducing a new segment "The Next Day", tune in for details. Find this and more on this episode of the show.
Host John Easthope rides solo this week again but lots to get into. Draft lottery results are in, Who wins and what does it mean for the rest. After Bedard the consolation prize is pretty good too.
Round 2 of the NHL playoffs have been something else thus far, Each series through three games and taking on their own life. What's wrong in Toronto? Kraken unbeatable? and more.
CHL Championship series are set, what our host sees. All this and more on this weeks episode of the show.
More breaking news from the Calgary Flames. The team announced Monday they have fired Head Coach Darryl Sutter and the search beings for a replacement.
Show host John Easthope reacts to the news, What does that mean and what is next for the Flames? Also which is more pressing the GM or the Coach? John looks back at round one of the NHL playoffs, Shocks, upset, and then looks ahead to round 2. Picking winners
All this and more this week on the show.
The fellas from the DubDudes drop by the show this week to join Host John Easthope to chat about all things WHL.
JayD and Jared share their thoughts on the WHL playoffs thus far, including surprises, disappointment, and more. The fellas also preview final conference matchups and give their pick for who will win each series.
A conversation about the memorial cup, Can the host Blazer stand with the big dawgs? and teams the potential watch out for in the tournament. All this and more
Host John Easthope is joined by Flames nation's Robert Munnich to chat about the breaking news around the Calgary Flames.
Brad Treliving parts ways with the team, and Don Maloney prompted to President of hockey ops and interim GM, will lead the search for a new GM.
Guys react to the news, what, if anything learned from the press conference and what is next for the Flames. Diving into who could be the next GM, What to do with the coaching staff, what is missing from the coaching staff, and how big of a job this deep dive Maloney is undertaking.
All this and more reaction on this episode of the show.
Host John Easthope dives into his reaction to the Calgary Flames locker room cleanout. His thoughts and views on what we saw and heard, including opinions on Mikael Backlund, Elias Lindholm, Jonathan Huberdeau, and others.
It's also playoff time in the NHL. Means time for predictions and more. John shares his breakdown of each series, see who he likes.
John ends the show by chatting a little Women's World Championship, chatting thoughts on the gold medal game and how he saw it finishing. this and more on the show this week.
Fellow podcaster Nate Thomas joins the show to chat about the season that was with the Calgary Flames, his thoughts on the ups and downs.
Nate and show host John Easthope also look ahead to some potential playoff storylines and give a pick for who will win it all.
We also take a moment for Nate to break down the Anaheim Ducks and how hopeful they are to land that number one pick. All this and more this week on the show
Host John Easthope chats this week about the Calgary Flames and the run of late, Playoff chances, and what we are seeing from the team.
Praise for players and encouragement for others, John's x-factors, and more around the team.
Ask Johnny is back, answering various questions from listeners and followers. Find this and more this week on the show.
Robert Munnich of Flames nation joins Host John Easthope to chat all things hockey. They discuss the latest from around the Calgary Flames on their roadtrip, what they have seen, and just how possible are the playoffs.
We get Robert's thoughts on what lies ahead for the team offseason-wise and just what he believes should happen with GM and coach. Lots of Darryl Sutter conversation. Also, we answer a few listener questions on the show. Find this and more this week on the DDH Show
Host John Easthope jumps on the mic to chat playoffs!!!
Not just in the NHL but across the WHL the playoff race and chase are on, matchups are being set, and Connor Bedard is on the edge of his first real WHL playoffs. Chatting who is the team to beat and more.
Before jumping around the WHL John chats about what he has seen around the Calgary Flames, trying to put a positive spin on the last week. Western Conference playoff picture and more are all covered this week on the show.
Host John Easthope welcomes Adrain Horvath to the show to chat Flames, Oilers, Trade deadline, and more.
Host John Easthope is back with news, notes, and some rants.
John shares thoughts on the latest from the Calgary Flames and how he reads the news around Sutter & Pelletier. How he views the Kids vs Vets debate.
Also chatting the Edmonton Oilers who have figured it out before ending the show ranting on just what he saw and how he reads all things Vancouver Canucks, including a message for the front office. This and more this week on the show.
Host John Easthope shares some thoughts on Team Canada's World Jr Gold Medal win, What does he see with the Flames and Oilers the last few weeks and finishes with some Ask Johnny, answering listener questions.
Host John Easthope gives his honest assessment on where he sees the Flames coming off the 6 game road trip and ahead of the 5 game home stand. Changes to make and who needs to show more.
Host John Easthope dives into all things Calgary Flames. From Coaching decisions to Backup goalie and more.
Also, "Ask Johnny" returns, answering all your questions.
Author Sean Mitton Joins the show to chat about the book "When Canada Shut Down" 50th ANniversary of the '72 Summit Series. Sean shares background on how the book came to be, Stories and more.
Peter Klein of Couch Potato Dairies drops by the show this week to chat about some NHL action. Flames, Oilers, and Canucks are all on tap.
Peter shares his thoughts on Markstrom early, D-core up north, and just what is the issue on the coast. All this and more this week on DDH Show.
Jay-D and Jared aka the Dub Dudes jump on the show to chat about the WHL. Early season thoughts including Jay-D on the Warriors and Jared on the Broncos, Can anyone challenge the Ice, Seattle vs Portland debate, Thoughts on the central division, and just what have we seen from Connor Bedard during his WHL career.
Jeromy Corrigan who is the media manager for the SJHL stops by the show to chat about the league. Early season impressions, Teams to watch and players to keep an eye on.
This, his thoughts on his Vancouver Canucks, and more on this week's episode of the show.
Once again the fellas from the Bleacher Connection stop by the show again as we get set for another NHL season to help host John Easthope preview the league.
Division breakdowns, Winners, surprises, Cup picks, and more on this week's episode.
Joe Whitbread joins the show this week has we kick off a special series of off-ice conversations and tackle issues and important conversations around the game. Joe shares his thoughts on the responsibilities and social media use in hockey and the effects on mental health for all athletes, managers, coaches, parents, and fans.
Also, get Joe's thoughts on the upcoming season and his excitement level around his favorite teams. This is part one in the off-ice series and I'm pleased to share these talks and conversations, hope everyone can learn, grow and help others do the same.
Founder of PNW Hockey Talk and long-time WHL writer Josh Critzer stops in as the junior hockey conversation continues on the show. This week we preview the WHL with a special focus on the US division of the league, players to watch and we ask Josh who the team to beat this season.
Josh covers Portland and we ask him about the magic of Mike Johnston and dive into the success the Winterhawks have had and what is the expectation of the club in 2022-23.
We go back to back this week on the show with a double dip into the junior hockey scene. First up Jason Blanke from the Drumheller Dragons broadcasts joins the show to chat about the upcoming AJHL season. Who to watch, where do the Dragons stack up and can anyone hang with the defending champion Bandits? This and more with Jason.
In the second half of the show, the fellas from the Wildcast Podcast join to share wisdom on all things QMJHL. Teams to watch, the defending Champions Seasdogs, and of course checking in on Moncton.
All this and some NHL thoughts too this week on the DDH Show.
Radio color voice of the Calgary Flames and long-time broadcaster Peter Loubardias joins the show to chat about the summer of hockey. Team Canada takes on the Hlinka Gretzky, World Jrs reset, and Women's World Championship.
Peter also shares his thoughts on the Flames offseason, The job of Brad Treliving, and the beginning of the junior hockey season. This and more this week on the DDH Show.
Host John Easthope checks in from the NEW STUDIO to chat in his mid-August show. Start with the Calgary Flames hockey, this team keeps giving up free content. The signing of Kadri, Shape of the top six< depth, and more all around the team.
Also, results are in from the Twitter polls, John chats about the results and shares thoughts on the Gold for Canada at the World Jr. Championship.
Stay tuned to the show for a big guest announcement. This and more of the latest from the show.
Follow podcaster Jeff Ade drops by the show for a great chat on the NHL offseason with a focus on the Edmonton Oilers and Calgary Flames.
Joining Host John Easthope they chat about the Offseason moves in both cities, trades, and look ahead to next season. The guys make sure to cover Gaudreau, Tkachuk, Huberdeau, and more on this episode of the show.
They also park a little time for long time Sabres fan Jeff to chat about what he is seeing in Buffalo.
This week's show is all about the reaction to the NHL draft, trades, and the opening of the NHL Free Agent period.
Host John Easthope goes through the shock of the NHL draft and what made the Canadiens a winner, The fall of Shane Wright, why that is actually a good thing for the young player, and more on the draft.
In the second half of the show John chats about the moves in Edmonton, did they improve? and then his thoughts on Calgary, Gaudreau, and what's next. All this and more this week on the show..
Host of Locked on Avalanche Kyle Sullivan stops by the show this week to gloat a bit about the Stanley Cup win. We dive into what made Colorado successful during the run, Cale Makar's development, Nathan MacKinnon finally winning, and what the win means for long-serving Avs in Landeskog and Johnson.
Also on the show, we chat about what's next for the Avs and other news and highlights from around the NHL including his thoughts on Johnny Gaudreau. All this and more on the show.
In this episode of the show Host, John Easthope looks back at the Stanley Cup final. Give his thoughts on how dominant the Avalanche are, the masterful coaching of Jared Bednar, and What to make of the run from the Tampa Bay Lightning.
John also dives into the Calgary Flames and Johnny Gaudreau situation, What is the holdup? Is the 8th year really important and money vs fit. Also the HHOF class of 2022. All this and more on the latest from the show.
Host John Easthope dives into the Stanlery Cup Final with his preview and predictions, Johnny Gaudreau's situation and answers a few listener questions on this episode of the show.
Shane Stevenson of Flamesnation drops by the show to help dive into what we saw this season from the Calgary Flames, Playoff reaction, and why the team came up short. Also looking ahead, a busy offseason awaits Brad Treliving.
We also get Shane's thoughts on what turned for Edmonton in round three and just how good are the Colorado Avalanche. This and more this week on the show.
Host John Easthope is back on the mic!!! John dives into what we saw in the Battle of Alberta, What went wrong for the Flames, and Why was Edmonton successful. Then he takes a look into both Western and Eastern conference finals, who wins, and why.
The post moredom starts on the Calgary Flames with early thoughts on what is next for Calgary moving forward and the show ends with a quick prediction on the WHL final. All this and more on the newest episode of the DDH show.
This week we are joined by the Producer of one of the top hockey podcasts, 32 Thoughts, Amil Delic. Go behind the scenes of the podcast and get a small look inside. We get his thoughts on what it's like working with Elliott, Jeff, Stephen Brunt, and other high profile sports broadcasters.
Amil also shares his journey into sports media and some thoughts about what he is seeing around the NHL including his Hart trophy leader, playoff races, His pick for Canada's best chance at the Stanley Cup, and more this week on the show.
Squadcast's own Producer Clark stops by the show for a chat. Bring his viewpoints on just what we are seeing from the NHL's Atlantic division including Leafs chances & trying to exorcise playoff demons, Battle of Flordia, and are the Bruins for real?
Host John Easthope and Clark also get into the Hart chatter, Is it Matthews to lose?, Huberdeau?. Also, ask about what he is seeing out West with the Flames and Johnny Gaudreau. All this and more on this episode of the show.
Jonathan returns to the show to catch up with show host John Easthope. The guys dive into the NHL trade deadline and how that could help shape the playoff picture, Other news, and notes from the league.
The guys also park some time to chat WHL has that season speeds towards the playoffs, Who is best out west? and more on this episode of the show.
Bleacher Connection's Trevor Roberts joins the show this week with host John Easthope to chat all things Calgary Flames.
With the success of the season thus far and ever changing expectations Trevor and John take the time to gush over the team, individuals, and team play.
It's not all roses around the team the guys take the time to chat about the team's needs and the future outlook for the club. All this and more on this episode of the show.
Sandra Prusina afternoon sportscaster for City news and SN 960 contributor drops by to chat women's hockey including a recap of the Olympic gold medal win for Canada, the rivalry vs the USA, Surprise storylines of the games, what did she made of team Switzerland, and more.
Sandra also shares her passionate thoughts on what is next for the women's game and just how awesome it is to see women in front offices around the NHL.
Formerly of Flamesnation Kent Wilson joins the show to chat all things Calgary Flames.
Kent shares his thoughts on the season thus far, How much credit does Sutter get, Expectations going forward, and more.
Radio voice of the Calgary Flames on Sportsnet 960 the fan stops by the show to chat all things Flames. From the recent success to the Sutter effect and a dive into certain players. Lindholm, Backlund, Andersson and more discussed.
HNIC and SN host Dabid Amber joins to chat about hockey, David shares thoughts on the Canadian performance at the Olympics both men's and women's, How good was Marie-Philip Poulin, Crosby's 500 goals, Breaking down the playoffs in the east, and more.
Also, being Black History Month Host John Easthope goes back to when the Bruins honored Willie O'Ree, gathering David's thoughts and message on the conversation around players of color.
Sportsnet Radio personality and co-host of Flames talk Matt Rose joined the show this week to chat yes you got it Flames. In the wake of the Flames making a big splash on the trade market bring in Tyler Toffoli Matt shares his thoughts on the trade, the fit, and what that could mean for the Flames.
Matt and show host John Easthope also dive into the WHL world with thoughts on the Hitmen, Luke Prokop and Connor Bedard. Find all this and more on this week's episode.
A quickie one this week has John gives his thoughts on the Flames, Oilers, Gaudreau, Kane, and more. Also, stay tuned as John announces the return of a fan favorite DDH Live set to comeback in February.
This week on the show Host John Easthope rides solo. Giving his thoughts on Willie O'Ree, a look at the Flames and Oilers ups & downs of the season, also what lays ahead for both teams.
With Johnny Gaudreau's on tap to be a UFA where do things sit and WHL trade deadline. Also, The new segment Ask Johnny debuts at the end the show, answering all listeners questions. Tune in for all this and more.
Joe Whitbread of Joe Social Media joined host John Easthope to tackle some off ice conversations about mental health, Social media in sports and how the effect all of us.
Guys also dive into some World Jr. conversations before sharing some thoughts on the Calgary Flames. All this and more on this episode of the DDH Show.
This week on the show host John Easthope chats Flames game day vs the Jet. What is Winnipeg? Kyle Connor's heater, Game thoughts.
also John looks back to his preseason predictions, After asking about the "What If's" for both Flames and Canucks and how it has gone in two different ways. All this and more this week on DDH Live.
On this episode of the show host John Easthope goes solo, but he still has you all covered with news, notes and reaction from around the NHL.
John chats Ovi's chase of greatness, Trouble on Long island, Panthers & Lighting both with injury concerns and more. Has always we take a spin around the Pacific Division of the league including how good actually are the Ducks, Kraken just another expansion team and Flames road warriors.
John also parks time to highlight what to watch in the WHL and more this week on the Double Digit Hockey Show
Welcome to another episode, This week on the Shutdown Pair co-host John and Az take on a hard topic but a much needed discussion on mental health in hockey.
Also on the show the segment VS's makes its return. All this and more in episode 4.
This week on the show Host John Easthope takes a look at the Flames last few games and what he see's on the current road trip. Praise for Vladar, Kylington, and Mangipane.
Does the team need more from the top line? Sutter's thinking and John wonders about player development with Valimaki.
Johnny's Rant segment of the show John looks at the situation with Bob Murray and the Ducks, All this and more on this weeks episode.
Host John Easthope spends some time talking Flames, Oilers and Canucks. Sharing his insight and thoughts on the first few weeks of the season, his takes on the highs and lows for each team.
With no shortage in topics around the league John takes a break from all the off ice issues to share a short on ice approach to this episode of the show.
This week on the show Host John Easthope chat about the Calgary Flames five game road trip and what he saw that helped the team win all five games, Who stood out and why this is different from last season.
Andrew Mangipane, Oliver Kylington, Jack Eichel all topics part of the chat today.
On the Johnny Rant segment John gives his views and concerns around the Blackhawks situation, what changes need to happen and shows his support of Kyle Beach.
Co-Host of the Squadcast Max Ritz joins the show, Being a big Predators guys we have him jump on and help us spin around the NHL's central division.
Max gives us his thoughts on the offseason moves, Early season action and whether or not Nashville or Chicago have enough to be a playoff team in the tight race. All this and more on this episode.
This week on the show Flames training camp and preseason come to a close so what did we see? what did we like/dislike? D-Core questions still remain and are we counting to much on Chris Tanev?.
Johnny's Rant today takes a look into the NHL substance programs and the education the league provides.
Also on the show a potential trade partner, another way to shake up the core?
Show ends with some big time blizzard chatter.
On this episode of the show the boys come in hot talking hypothetical trades and moves we could see this coming NHL season. Along with training camps opening, preseason chatter and the role of a PTO.
VS' makes another appearance has the boys chat about young players and the role the AHL plays. All this and more on episode 3 of the Shutdown pair.
The fellas from the Bleacher Connection join the show to preview the new NHL season. We chat division winners, wild card, Trophy winners and make our Stanley Cup predictions.
This week on the DDH Show: Flames color voice on the Fan 960 Peter Loubardias joins the program.
Lou and show host chat all things Calgary Flames from new players to returning players, along with which rookies could surprise. Lots of questions around the team this season and Peter shares his thoughts.
John also takes some time to have Lou share his thought son the Women's game, WHL standout Connor Bedard. We also learn why Lou choose sports media.
This and more on the DDH show.
In the debut reboot of the show formerly just "Johnny's Rant" host John Easthope bring his show Double Digit Hockey brand in to headline. Still a great live show that feature " The Big Rant" that is now known has Johnny's Rant. This debut episode John brings the show back close to home with a full hour on the Calgary Flames. The conversations tackles what are the Flames? What can they be, and are they better than it looks on paper?. Tkachuk, Monahan, Coleman headline players front and center. Also listen to how excited John is about the return of hockey & what he makes of the prospects games on the weekend vs Edmonton. Also setting up next weeks double dip on the DDH Podcast
This week host John Easthope talks Defenceman. Both the Flames and Oilers have question marks on the backend but which group would you rather have?. Recent signings, slotting and expectations.
The big rant this week takes on Women's Hockey, How come no one has come to the aid of the sport and how can we have a pro Women's league in North America.
This week Host John Easthope welcomes one of his favorite play by play voices. Former long time voice of the Red Deer Rebel and current radio voice of the NHL's Edmonton Oilers. The legendary Cam Moon.
Cam stops by to share his journey from WHL goalie to WHL broadcaster, His call to the show and sharing stories that includes what its like to work for the Brent Sutter in Red Deer.
Cam also takes time to go over his thoughts on the Oilers and what may lay ahead this season.
John and Az bring the energy in this episode, The boys chat about what they call the "The Joe Thronton Rule" meaning is there a place or need for the "old guy" on an NHL roster?
Then cue the debate, Who really is the worst Buffalo and their mismanagement or the dumpster fire that is Arizona? Find out on episode two of the Shutdown Pair.
This week on the Double Digit Hockey Show host John Easthope welcomes special guests Sandra Prusina from Calgary radio.
This week women’s hockey takes centre stage on the show. John and Sandra chat all about the Women’s world hockey championship including diving into more than just Team Canada. Is Marie-Philp Poulin the best women’s player? And just how good can other nations programs be?
This week John talks getting Jack Eichel vs going to plan B, Is it time?. Also chatted Flames defense, signings, fit and what to expect from Jusso Valimaki this season.
This weeks big rant takes aim at the situation in Arizona with the Coyotes and the continued failure it is on and off the ice. Time to move?
This week on DDH the play by play voice of the Drumheller Dragons Auddie James drops by to join host John Easthope to chat about the Dragons, The up coming 2021-22 AJHL season, as well as a look around the league.
The guys also get into some NHL chatter including Seattle, Edmonton, Vancouver and of course Calgary.
Co-Hosts John and Az introduce the new podcast "The Shutdown Pair" just two guys chatting hockey.
Episode one the guys go division by division and react to the offseason thus far as well as looking ahead to the season. Hitting on headlines, new worthy topics and some interesting takes.
No new is safe and no topic off limits for these two.
This week on Johnny's Rant its the Jack Eichel conversations, What is he?. What does he bring? and what can you expect post surgery?. Also the fall out that the Flames roster could expect from it, are the Flames a front runner? and Who else is in the mix?.
This weeks big rant John tee's off on the NHL about a grey area that should have been fix long ago and possibly help avoid recent situations around the league with Montreal, Chicago and Carolina.
This week on the show Peter Klein returns to be the first repeat guest on the show, Peter joins host John Easthope to break down what is a busy couple weeks in the hockey calendar with both the expansion draft and entry draft. The guys dive in to the newest NHL team the Seattle Kraken and what they see them doing in picking their team an the effects on the rest of the NHL, with a closer look at the rest of the Pacific division teams. They also look ahead to free agency and take some time to answer a few listener questions.
In this episode its all about the drafts, Both expansion and entry drafts. Host John Easthope talks various topics from both drafts and his thoughts on the Flames, Oilers and more. Complete with listeners questions including the uncomfortable topics surrounding Montreal's first round selection.
The big rant today, John defends the GM position around the league and put the hate on blast calling for "the fun to come back". This and more on Johnny's Rant episode 10
Host John Easthope goes solo this week breaking down all things around the hockey world including the Stanley Cup final, NHL awards, WHL news and more.
On today's show host John Easthope chats Stanley cup finals, What happened to the Canadiens? Why is Tampa so goods?. Also chat about the conn smythe and did your choice change through the first 3 games?.
Today's Big Rant John blast the asterisk talk and saying the Lighting haven't won a legitimate cup. He explains why the Lighting are a well run organization.
That and more this week on the show.
This week John chats Stanley Cup Finals. Montreal v Tampa Bay. Also explores why Vegas fell short and the importance of the center position in the NHL. Also on the show award winners, Seattle and expansion talk.
The big rant John takes aim at the Vegas Golden Knights, the moves, trade and why they didn't address their biggest hole.
Host John Easthope takes to the air today to Flames coaching moves and what that means for the team. Possible defensive setup.
Also on the Show what happened to the Avalanche and his biggest snub in the Hart Trophy (MVP) conversation.
Todays Big Rant, Why do networks have to show major injuries?
Host John Easthope Praises Andrew Mangiapane has he leads Team Canada into the World Championship Gold Medal game, His role heading into next season and fit. Other various Flames topics on tap too.
NHL playoff headlines also on the show before the Big Rant takes aim at the Maple Leafs "pathetic" games 6 and 7 vs the Habs. John takes special aim at the jersey burning type "fans".
This weeks show Host John Easthope talks NHL playoffs and what went wrong in Edmonton
This weeks big rant John take aim at how Dave Tippett used his bench or lack there of.
This weeks show is a fiery one.
Host John Eastbope talks about the Flames exit interviews, Johnny Gaudreau and what direction the Flames should go, including trade names.
The show had not one but two Big rants as John takes aim at "Ref Shamers' and the "Lip service" from the exit interviews.
Also some great listener questions and comments
On this week's Rant John tee's off on Flames owner's, Team culture and then gives his take on a way to fix the direction of the team.
Also on the show the Jack Eichel conversation along with some great listener questions and comments.
Host John Easthope chats end of the Flames season and what he sees with the final four games. His thoughts on moving forward this offseason expansion draft.
The big Rant this week, Where did Mikael Backlund go? Leadership?
Plus many viewer questions.
John Easthope is proud to bring a new show to the DDH family, A live Twitter show. A one hour long show where John talks about the game of hockey, Flames, Oilers and more. The show is highlighted by "The Rant" one topic a show where it is no hold bar, hot takes and more.
This is the inaugural episode, John chats Flames and in the The Rant hear John take on the Matthew Tkachuk conversation.
Legendary play-by-play voice Chris Cuthbert of HNIC joins John Easthope to chat about his time in the bubble, Calling games in a pandemic and they take a spin around the North Division.
Host John Easthope is back for a solo show, Talking about the return of the NHL, His thoughts on what we have seen so far, headlines, and answering some listener questions.
Former NHL centermen Matt Stajan joined John Easthope for a chat about his thoughts on the NHL, Flames offseason, and start to the year, Also go down memory lane as Matt shares thoughts on his career and captains.
Jets Color Analyst Jamie Thomas joins show host John Easthope to chat about their connection to Lethbridge, NHL season, and a break down of the Winnipeg Jets heading into 2021.
The Co-Host and producer of the Quack Report Podcast Nate Thomas joins show host John Easthope to chat about The Anaheim Ducks and the California teams, as well as a quick look around the North Division.
Double Digit Hockey Podcast host John Easthope is joined by Trevor and Ken of the Bleacher Connection along with Noah of the Blasty cast in a three-show collaboration in Previewing the NHL's North Divison.
Former 1st round NHL draft pick Brent Krahn joins host John Easthope in Talking goaltending around the North Division including a look at the Flames, Oilers, and Canucks.
Jonathan Hodgson host of Behind the mic joins John Easthope to chat about junior hockey and the World Junior Championships.
The host of Flames radio and afternoon Sports radio personality Pat Steinberg join show host John Easthope to catch up, Chat Flames, Oilers, Canucks, and more with just one week until NHL training camp gets underway.
The Bleacher Connection joins the show to talk the offseason storylines between the Flames and Canucks
The host of Flames hockey on Sportsnet Ryan Leslie joins show host John Easthope to chat Valimaki, Flames, Oilers, and a surprising take on the World Jrs.
On a special episode of the show, Peter Loubardias who is one half of the broadcast duo of the Calgary Flames on Sportnet 960 the fan joins host John Easthope to chat Flames, Oilers and some World Jr Hockey Championships.
Host John Easthope welcomes the co-host of the Blasy cast Noah Adler and Mike Gould for a chat on the reverse retro jersey series. The guys run through the Canadian teams then pick their favorite and lest favorite.
Host John Easthope talks in part 2 of the show about possible players for Team USA at the World Jrs, Looks at the final two teams in his pacific division offseason lookout, and answers some listener questions.
Host John Easthope starts the two-part show with some NHL talk including an x-factor for each western Canada team ahead of a new season.
Host John Easthope continues his Pacific Divison offseason outlook this time looking at the Kings and Duck, Previews Team Canada WJC roster, and answers some listener questions.
Host John Easthope continues his look around the Pacific division this time around he focuses on the Caucks and Golden Knight. Also talks Flames, WHL, and World Jrs, before answering the latest round of listener questions.
Host John Easthope reacts to NHL free agency, trades & Begins his offseason look at Pacific division teams starting with Edmonton and Calgary. Also the return of listener question before closing the podcast with WHL news.
Host John Easthope reacts to rounds one and two of the entry draft along with some news and notes from around the NHL
Host John Easthope dives into the offseason with the NHL draft and NHL Free agency Talk including listener questions.
Host John Easthope talk news, notes, and more around the NHL and WHL. He covers the Flames, the Pacific division, and gives his Cup final prediction. Also, listener questions end the show.
Host John Easthope talks an hour of hockey including news & notes from around the NHL & WHL. He also breaks down the Calgary Flames and gives his honest assessment and offers a few answers.
Host John Easthope makes his Western Conference picks, Talks WHL and answers some listener question
Host John Easthope breaks down and picks his winners in each of the NHL play-in round matchups!!! and more
With NHL camps open John talks about the return to play, adds in some FLames topics and gives some WHL updates
Miscellaneous topics!!! Host John Easthope hits on a few different NHL news and notes and then revisits a listeners question
Host John Easthope dives into the NHL and talks about the return to play, his take on Buffalo, and other NHL news. Listener questions to John round out the episode as he shares his thoughts on Flames, Jets and some WHL news
Due to technical issues episode, 18 was cut off, John takes the time to fix it. His thoughts and message of hope, BLM movement.
Host John Easthope talks about the latest NHL news and notes, Shares some personal news relating to the podcast and blog and ends with some thoughts on the current situation in North America
Host John Easthope breaks down the NHL's plan to return to play, gives his thoughts on the plan and the Flames matchup. Also some special shoutouts.
you asked for it we did it another snack off play by play this time the boys go head to head with jell-o in the raw and uncut audio
John talks Flames, coaches and touches on a variety of other topics, Yes hockey talk!!!
30 mins of just random hockey talk with John Easthope who gives a special shoutout at the end
Host John Easthope talks trade deadline and heading down the stretch, Pacific division, Flames talk where he defends BT and Mony and he finished with a quick look at the WHL playoff picture
John talks Flames, trade talk, trade targets, What would he do and how to handle the team heading into the Monday deadline
Merry Christmas!!! John Talks Flames including Janko and Czarnik, Looks ahead to game vs Montreal. Another look around the Pacific division and a shoutout to the CofDead.ca
Host John Easthope talks about Hockey culture and gives his final thoughts on this situation around the Flames last week, Talk Brad Treliving than back to talking about the on-ice part, New Flames Lines and answers listeners questions
Flames talk, Pinder's pairs that John steals and more on all things around the team including defending the coach.
John talks Don Cherry, TJ Brodie, Flames issues along with Johnny and Mony. Also trying something new a look around the Pacific division with some Lethbridge Hurricanes talk to wrap up
John talks Flames, What's wrong, how would he fix it and answers a few questions. Also, John gives some big opinions
Flames first 3 games, review and highlights. Players that stand out. Other NHL headlines, WHL Talk, Hitmen off to a roaring start, Hurricanes talk
John talks Flames, RFAs, Trade bait, Cap Space and sets up the WHL and Lethbridge hurricanes segment that is coming to the Podcast