Dynes Sports Podcast: Recent Episodes
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Bringing you the best in sports news and entertainment. With a rotating crew of coaches, athletes, sports execs, members of the media and more, we break down the latest happenings in the world of sports.
Anthony Wootton, author of "The Greatest American Football Story that has Never Been Told: How Gridiron Stopped the War" and Thomas Aiello, author of "White Ice: Race and the Making of Atlanta Hockey" stop by to discuss their recently released books.
Staff writer Devon Gallant drops by to talk all things Fantasy Football following the 2024 NFL Draft.
The boys break down the big game, and the multitude of storylines that came from Super Bowl LVIII.
The boys break down the full slate of games and offer up their predictions for Wild Card Weekend.
Fantasy football staff writer Devon Gallant joins the pod to hand out awards for the good, the bad, and the ugly of the 2023 fantasy football season.
Author Mike Commito stops by to talk about his new book "Leafs 365" as we go back through some of the most memorable moments in franchise history.
Buffalo Bills historian and author Budd Bailey drops by to talk about his new book, while Irvin Muchnick proposes radical changes to how we view football moving forward in his recent release.
Authors Jonathan Mayo (Smart, Wrong, and Lucky: The Origin Stories of Baseball's Unexpected Stars) and J. Daniel (Suds Series: Baseball, Beer Wars, and the Summer of '82) stop by to talk all things baseball.
All isn't well in Minnesota these days. The team is 1-4, Justin Jefferson just hit the IR, and Kirk Cousins could be dangled as trade bait. The boys also break down their winners and losers through 5 weeks in the NFL.
It's the homestretch of the MLB season, so we brought on authors Tim Brown (The Tao of the Backup Catcher) and Erik Sherman (Daybreak at Chavez Ravine) to sit down and talk about their recently released books.
John Bouchard, Devon Gallant, Craig Anich, and Eric Long drop by the pod to help us run our mock 2023 Fantasy Football draft.
Former CFL players Kyle Kirkwood and Brendan Gillanders join us to talk "state of the Running Back market" across professional football.
We break down each division in the NFL and offer our predictions on how things will play out in 2023.
We joined by former Green Bay Packers OL Andy Phillips whose new book "Round Zero" is available everywhere to break down the NFL Draft process. Then Theresa Runstedtler, author of "Black Ball" joins us to talk about 1970's basketball and how Kareem Adbul-Jabbar and Spencer Haywood helped lay the foundation for the modern NBA.
Craig Anich stops by to help break down the Alex DeBrincat trade out of Ottawa. Then we're joined by author Stephen Lane, who's new book "Long Run to Glory: The story of the greatest marathon in Olympic history, and the women who made it happen" will be released later this year.
Kyle Kirkwood from the Front Office Podcast swings by to break down the Richard Williams biopic, King Richard, which earned Will Smith the Oscar for best actor in 2022.
We break down the picks from Round 1 of the NHL draft and run through the home runs, whiffs, and reaches.
Devon Gallant from DynesPressBox.com joins us to break down a wild night at the NBA Draft
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The NBA dropped several huge stories today, with a franchise up for sale and superstar receiving a lengthy suspension. Plus, we sit down with NYU professor, and author of "How Basketball Can Save The World" David Hollander.
Jack Richardson from the Everyday Sens podcast stops by to talk all things Ottawa Senators hockey.
Matt Robinson from Tall Can Audio joins us to break down the latest developments with his beloved Toronto Maple Leafs, and what fans can expect over the next few weeks.
We break down the latest developments in the Ja Morant off-court saga. Then we sit down with author of "Alphonso Davies: A New Hope" Farhan Devji.
Devon Gallant swings by to help break down a wild couple of days at the NFL Draft. Who went where, what were the value picks, and who left their fanbases as confused as ever when all was said and done.
We sit down with former MLB manager John Gibbons to talk all things baseball and his new book which will be out soon.
Devon joins the podcast to help breakdown the Chiefs win, the horrible field conditions, and "the call" from Super Bowl LVII.
After a 4 month hiatus, Kyle and Kyle are back to break down Super Bowl LVII between the Philadelphia Eagles and the Kansas City Chiefs.
We sit down with Fansided & Jays Journal editor Tyson Shushkewich to talk all things Toronto Blue Jays as the season begins to wind down.
We sit down with former CFL player Kyle Kirkwood to discuss how to improve the CFL moving forward, as well as address the early season struggles for the Ottawa REDBLACKS.
We sit down with TSN's Michaela Schreiter to run through a wild 2022 WNBA season, and preview the playoffs which kick off next week.
We sit down with Matt Robinson from Tall Can Audio to discuss a wild 48hrs of NHL free agency including the trades that went down over the last week as well.
Derek Lee and Brennan Detzler from Future Watch join us to break down the 2022 NHL Entry Draft, as run a full first round mock for all 32 picks.
We sit down with Wes Brown from the Monday Morning Scouting Report to breakdown the skill sets for the 2022 NBA draft players. Then we're joined by father of MLB players Dalton & Tristan Pompey, Ken who alongside Rishi founded PomSports to help shape the future of coaching in North America.
We run through every division from top to bottom and predict the over/under win totals for each of the league's 32 franchises.
We sit down with CEBL Commissioner Mike Morreale to discuss the upcoming 2022 CEBL season, future of the league, and more.
We sit down with Derek Lee from Future Watch to break down some of the storylines surrounding the 2022 NHL Entry Draft, the Ottawa Senators ownership, and more.
Eric Long and Craig Anich from the Dynesty League Podcast stop by to dissect the NFL Draft, hand out grades, and talk fantasy football heading into 2022.
We talk about the Athletic article regarding former Senators owner Eugene Melnyk, and then sit down with new Sens prospect Zach Senyshyn for a wide ranging interview.
We're joined by soccer broadcaster Graeme Ivory to breakdown the World Cup Draw, toughest groups, and predictions for the tournament. Then Thomas Hall swings by to talk all things MLB Opening Day along with a Jays season preview.
NFL journalist Bobby Thompson joins us to assign grades to some of the biggest offseason NFL moves. Then the World Elite Podcast crew stops by to help us preview Wrestlemania which goes down this weekend.
Brandon and Ross from the Locked on Senators Podcast stop by to help analyze a unique Ottawa Senators NHL Trade Deadline this year.
Hip Hop artist Ali Soulful joins the show to help breakdown the 2022 Men's March Madness tournament bracket. Complete with upset predictions, sleeper picks, and players to watch.
Former CFL player and friend of the show Kyle Kirkwood joins us to complete a marathon 1st round NFL draft. We break down positional needs, and likely homes for every prospect heading into the start of the NFL combine.
Basketball writer and author Jake Fischer swings by to talk about his new book, then the boys from the Dynesty League podcast drop in to help breakdown Super Bowl LVI.
Josh Miller from the Backrow Cincinnati Bengals Show joins us to break down Joe Burrow & Co., then Mike from the Locked on Bengals Podcast swings by to give his predictions for Super Bowl 56.
We break down the baseball hall of fame's recent inductions and snubs, then author Evan F. Moore swings by to discuss the latest on ice incidents as well as his new book "Game Misconduct: Hockey's Toxic Culture and How To Fix It". Finally, the boys from the World Elite Podcast sit down to preview this weekend's Royal Rumble.
Matt from Tall Can Audio swings by to help us breakdown the UFC's first PPV of the year as UFC270 goes down this weekend with 2 belts on the line.
Jake from Downtown Rams joins us to preview the first playoff Monday Night Football game of the new Super Wildcard weekend format between the Rams and Cardinals.
Former CFL lineman Kyle Kirkwood drops by to dissect the CFP semi finals and preview the upcoming Georgia vs. Alabama national championship.
We break down the 108th Grey Cup from this weekend as well as where the CFL goes from here. Then we're joined by hockey historian and Habs super fan Liam Maguire to discuss what's wrong in Montreal.
Steve Warne drops by the podcast to go over the latest Senators rumours including whether Melnyk could be looking at selling the team, DJ Smith's future, and whether Dorion should be on the hot seat.
Friend of the show Kyle Kirkwood swings by to breakdown "The Game" as #6 ranked Michigan clashes with #2 Ohio State this weekend. Then Ish from Capital Physio & Athletic Performance drops in to talk about the recovery process for athletes as they try to come back from significant injuries such as the ones Derrick Henry and Collin Sexton recently suffered.
Ottawa RedBlacks running back Brendan Gillanders stops by to talk about his new contract, the 2021 season and life as a professional athlete with a newborn at home. Then author of Hockey 365 & Hockey 365: The Second Period, Mike Commito joins us to talk hockey history and the Toronto Maple Leafs. Finally, Brad Wilson sits down to talk all things sports cards, the market, shipping/grading delays and more.
We're joined by Matt from Tall Can Audio to go through an absolutely stacked UFC 268 card this weekend at Madison Square Garden. Fight by fight analysis, predictions, and more.
It's our 100th episode spectacular. We're joined by friend of the show, and host of the Wally & Methot show, Brent Wallace. Then NHL draft & prospect guru Tony Ferrari stops by to talk about the Blackhawks saga, and the best hockey players on the planet outside of the NHL.
We're joined by host of the Future Sickos podcast Derek Lee to breakdown all the latest news around the Ottawa Senators busy start to the year. Then Bo Brack from Locked on Cardinals stops by to chat about the team's hot start, and where they go from here.
We sit down with Michel Anderson from Eyes on Isles to talk about the New York Islanders season outlook. Then we're joined by Kyle Hall from the Broadway Hat podcast to go over the new look Rangers team that will be hitting the ice at MSG this year.
We sit down with SportsNet's Lukas Weese to talk all things MLB baseball and the AL Wildcard race that's going to come down to the wire. Can the Blue Jays make the playoffs? Or will New York, Boston, or Seattle sneak into the post season?
TSN1200's Michaela Schreiter stops by to break down the WNBA playoffs which kick off tonight. Then Jake Ellenbogen from Downtown Rams joins us to go over the new look Rams and how far they could go this NFL season.
New York Times best selling author and tennis correspondent Chris Clarey stops by to talk about the US Open, and his new book "The Master: The Long Run and Beautiful Game of Roger Federer". Then we sit down with Jacksonville Jaguars reporter John Shipley to unpack what's going on with Trevor Lawrence and Co. in Florida.
We're back after a two week vacation! Former CFL player and host of the Front Office Podcast Kyle Kirkwood drops by to help us preview the 2021 NFL season.
We sit down with Colts reporter Cody Felger to go over the latest updates from pre-season and training camp in Indy. Then performance coach John Haime drops by to talk about the mental side of sports that often gets overlooked.
We sit down with SB Nation writer Jacob Infante to breakdown the Justin Fields hype train in Chicago. Then Matt O'Leary updates us on Jets camp, Zach Wilson, and Robert Saleh's system. Finally Marcus, Jordan, and Dylan are back to give you everything you need to know ahead of Summer Slam this weekend.
Canada's women's soccer team wins gold at the Tokyo Olympics, and Ross & Brandon from the Locked on Sens Podcast join us to review a critical offseason for the Ottawa Senators. NHL Entry Draft, RFAs, FA targets and more, we touch on all things Senators hockey.
We sit down with NCAA/NBA scout Wes Brown to talk about the upcoming NBA draft. Then we're joined by Sportsnet's Hayley McGoldrick to talk all things Olympic basketball and Team Canada's quest to bring home women's gold.
We break down game 6 of the NBA Finals, and what his latest performance does for Giannis' legacy amongst the games all time greats. Then we're joined by NFL Insider Bobby Thompson to talk Deshaun Watson rumours, Patriots QB battle, and Bill vs. Tom.
We recap the first 4 games of the NBA Finals, and highlight trends we've seen heading into game 5 in Phoenix. Then Brennan Detzler from the Future Sickos podcast joins us to talk all things Ottawa Senators. From the Pierre McGuire hire, to the NHL draft, Tkachuk extension talks and more.
We sit down with Lightning Insider Erik Erlendsson to talk all things Tampa Bay, Stanley Cup Finals, and more. Then we're joined by members of the Capital Rebel, who will be joining the CCWFL in 2022 to talk about their program and training during a pandemic.
Sports Illustrated's Executive Director Jon Wertheim stops by to talk about his new book "Glory Days: The Summer of 1984 and the 90 Days That Changed Sports and Culture Forever", Wimbledon updates and more. Then we're joined by Matt from Tallcan Audio to dissect another Leafs playoff exit, the offseason, and Dubas/Shanahan's future with the organization.
We just celebrated Father's Day, so what better time to bring on former CFL lineman, and host of the Front Office Podcast Kyle Kirkwood to talk about some of the most famous sports dads out there. The good, the bad, the ugly, we run the gamut of fatherhood when it comes to professional athletes.
We break down KD's unbelievable playoff performance in game 5, and then sit down with Philadelphia 76ers beat writer and NBA correspondent Austin Krell to talk about the other series going on in the Eastern Conference.
We sit down with commissioner of the Canadian Elite Basketball League Mike Morreale to talk about the CEBL's upcoming 3rd season. Then Nets Daily & SB Nation correspondent Billy Reinhardt drops in to go over a pivotal game 5 between the Nets and Bucks and what Brooklyn needs to do if they want to get past Milwaukee.
Former Ottawa Senators social media guru Craig Medaglia, who created some of the most memorable content in the NHL stops by to talk about his new role as producer for the Wally and Methot show. Then founder of the 12 Because charity Alex Dorward drops in to talk about the athletic feats he's doing each month to try to raise funds for some very worthy causes.
Stanley Cup champion, and 9th all time on the NHL's career PIMs list Chris Nilan stops by to talk Habs vs. Leafs ahead of a pivotal game 6. We also talk about "the code" in hockey, the Foligno/Perry fight, and the Tom Wilson incident. Then author of "Doc: The Life of Roy Halladay", and Philadelphia Phillies beat writer for MLB.com Todd Zolecki joins us to talk all things Roy Halladay and his career in Toronto and Philly.
MMA legend Nate Marquardt joins us to talk about his UFC days, what's next for him, and gives his take on whether judging is getting better or worse. Then Michaela Schreiter stops by to talk about the WNBA's 25th anniversary, and who to keep an eye on this year. Finally, basketball scout Nik Zefi sits down with us to analyze each round 1 matchup for the NBA Playoffs.
A wild NHL season is nearly in the books. We sit down with the walking hockey encyclopedia known as Liam Maguire to talk all things Canadian division, the Buffalo Sabres, what to do with Jack Eichel, and who he thinks will be hoisting the Stanley Cup when all is said and done.
Sportsnet analyst and MLB insider Shi Davidi sits down with us to discuss the early returns on the Blue Jays and the rest of the AL East. Then author of "Lou Gehrig: The Lost Memoir" Alan D. Gaff joins us to talk about the Yankees legend and his new book. Finally, Alex Lenschau talks about the controversy regarding Nike's latest maternity wear ads, and what she discovered in speaking with some of the Olympians at the heart of the issue.
We sit down with member of the 2018 Humboldt Broncos Kaleb Dahlgren whose new book "Crossroads" is now available everywhere. Then we break down a wild night 1 at the NFL Draft with host of the "Just Another Football Show" podcast, Ryan Stubbs.
We sit down with UFC welterweight fighter Jon Fitch to discuss weight cuts, fight camps, and his experiences as a Div 1 wrestler, UFC fighter and World Series of Fighting Champion. Then we're joined by our UFC insider John Bouchard to break down a triple belt PPV card coming up this weekend.
Friend of the show Kyle Kirkwood stops by help us with some bold predictions ahead of the 2021 NFL draft. We each come up with 5 bold predictions which we think will actually happen on draft night, and discuss where Jerry Jones will draft from, how the Eagles will screw up the draft, and more.
We breakdown a busy trade deadline for the Sens and Canadiens. Up first, we discuss the Habs with Sportsnet analyst Eric Engels. We talk deals, Ducharme's future, Caufield, and more. Then the boys from Locked on Sens Ross and Brandon swing by to talk about the Senators deadline deals. Which goalie has the brightest future in Ottawa? What kind of a deal is Tkachuk in for in the offseason? Jam packed episode, enjoy!
Writer Julie DiCaro joins us to talk about her new book "Sidelined: Sports, Culture & Being A Woman in America" which is available everywhere now. We discuss online harassment and the oftentimes toxic culture in sports media. Then, fresh off a trip to the Elite Eight with her Louisville basketball team, Merissah Russell joins us to share her experience at the big dance, the weight room set up, and what to expect with a reloaded Louisville team for 2021-22.
In a jam packed episode we sit down with NHL Network Analyst Mike Kelly to talk Taylor Hall, the rise of analytics, trade deadline and more. Then GM for the Ottawa Aces professional rugby team joins us to update fans on the RFL season as well as the launch of The North American Rugby League. Finally we end the show with the boys from World Elite Podcast to preview Wrestlemania 37 in Tampa Bay.
Former head coach of the Washington Capitals, Anaheim Ducks, and Minnesota Wild Bruce Boudreau joins us to to talk about his time behind the bench in both the minor leagues as well as the NHL ranks. What was it like working with a young Ovie & Backstrom, playoff heartbreak, and his new project in Hershey, PA.
We sit down with MLB.com writer Keegan Matheson to dissect the injuries that have plagued the Blue Jays leading up to opening day, as well as which prospects from the team's farm system could have an impact this year. Then we're joined by Shaun Doyle from Jays From The Couch to talk about the AL East outlook, and play some over/under for the 2021 season.
We sit down with hosts of the "B1G Thoughts" podcast Markus & Spencer to breakdown what went wrong with the Big Ten teams at March Madness this year. After sending the most teams from any conference to the tournament, only Michigan is left standing. Find out how far they'll go, Gonzaga's future, and more.
We sit down with former NFL Defensive End Christo Bilukidi to talk about what it's like from a player perspective during free agency. A behind the scenes look at negotiations, learning a new playbook, different organizational philosophies and more. Then we're joined by former U-Sports host and current Eastlink play by play announcer Kenzie Lalonde who just became the first woman in QMJHL history to do PxP commentary on television for the league.
We sit down with former Sports Illustrated reporter and author of "Astro Ball" Ben Reiter to discuss the Houston Astros cheating scandal, their 2017 World Series Title and where the team goes from here. Then we're joined by Daily Hive lead baseball writer Ian Hunter to preview the upcoming Blue Jays season and the outlook of the AL East. Finally, Canadian author Brock Greenhalgh joins us to talk about his new book "Hard Road to Victory: The Chatham All-Stars Story" and why he believes the team deserves a spot in the Canadian Baseball HOF.
We sit down with former CFL player Ken Evraire to discuss the breaking XFL / CFL News, and his career. Then we're joined by NCAA/NBA scout Wes Brown to preview Selection Sunday, March Madness, which players will breakout and more.
We sit down with former TSN anchor, and now co-host of the "Wally & Methot" podcast which premieres March 5th, Brent Wallace. We discuss how the podcast came about, what fans can expect, and his favourite interview moments over the years. Then we're joined by our UFC insider John Bouchard to breakdown the main card, betting lines, and undercard fights of interest ahead of UFC 259 this weekend.
We bring in University Professor of Russian Studies Dr. J Paul Goode to help us unpack the Artemi Panarin situation and what's going on between him and the Russian government. Then we have Jon Chik from Locked on Rangers join us to discuss Artemi's absence, Lafreniere's slow start, the Tony DeAngelo saga and more.
We sit down with former NHL enforcer Brantt Myhres to talk about life in the NHL, and his new book "Pain Killer" which is in stores now. Then former TSN 1200 host, and founder of the Sens Nation Podcast & Steve Warne Project, Steve Warne joins us to talk about the Lake Tahoe games, Tkachuk vs. Kotkaniemi, and more.
Former pro tennis player and USTA President Katrina Adams joins us to talk about her experience at the helm of one of the most important organizations in all of tennis, and the upcoming release of her new book "Own the Arena". Then, former CFL player and host of the "Front Office Podcast" Kyle Kirkwood joins us to break down the Carson Wentz trade and Ben Roethlisberger's future in Pittsburgh.
We sit down with The Athletic's Ian Mendes to unpack a wild Battle of Ontario in the NHL last night, the direction the two teams seem to be headed in, Hockey Day in Canada & more. Then TSN's Rod Black joins us to give his take on the return to sport we might see for leagues like the CFL, and MLB in Canada, and talks about what he saw on the fateful night where Masai Ujiri had his run in with police when the Raptors won the NBA championship.
Veteran NHL defenseman turned hockey analyst Jason York stops by to talk about the latest NHL news and what's caught his eye up to this point of the season. Then PostMedia journalist Tim Baines joins us to talk about CFL free agency, league updates and more.
We sit down with Sr. Journalist at the Ottawa Citizen Ken Warren to talk all things hockey, potential Art Ross winners, and more. Then we're joined by Michaela Schreiter who co-hosts "That's What She Said" on TSN1200, and has written for ESPNW, SB Nation & others to talk about the recent news from NWHL.
We sit down with media for both the Kansas City Chiefs and Tampa Bay Buccaneers to break down the key matchups, injury updates, and gameplays you're likely to see on Superbowl Sunday. James Yarcho is the host of Locked on Bucs and the SB Nation Bucs team and will walk us through why he thinks Tampa Bay will be hoisting the Lombardi trophy this weekend. Then, Marcus Baker & Jordan Anderson from the KC Tailgators show give us the other side of the ball and why they believe Patrick Mahomes will be repeating as a Superbowl Champ.
We sit down with the hugely successful coach of the Orangeville Prep basketball team Coach Tony McIntyre. Last year, Tony's team went undefeated and won the OSBA championship with a CBC documentary crew in tow. Now, you can catch the action on the CBC doc "Anyone's Game" airing weekly on TV. Then we sit down with Mental Performance Specialist Anthony Seed to talk about mental health in athletes, and what can be done to keep the momentum from Bell Let's Talk day going.
We sit down with the Sports Director for TSN 1200 John Rodenburg to dissect the first few weeks of the NHL season. We also discuss Stanley Cup favourites, the Pierre-Luc Dubois saga and more. Then we bring in host of the Ridin' Pine Show Podcast Darcy Whyte to analyze the blockbuster deal between Winnipeg and Columbus.
New York Times best selling author, and longtime editor of ESPN the Magazine Jon Pessah joins us to talk about his new book "Yogi: A Life Behind the Mask" and all things MLB for the upcoming season. Then friend of the show, Kyle Kirkwood sits down to analyze the NFC/AFC championship games this weekend, recent NFL coaching hires, and where you might see Justin Fields next season.
We sit down with former NFL & CFL player Pat Woodcock to discuss his playing career, winning a Grey Cup, and his tips for strength and conditioning to keep your New Year's resolutions in tact. Then we're joined by Jeffrey Gould who is a member of the Canadian Olympic Committee to talk about the 2021 Games and all the protocols that will be in place when the Olympics kick off this summer.
Graeme Nichols has been covering the Sens for the Athletic, and via his popular Twitter account @6thSens at a high level for a long time. He stops by to talk all things NHL, the all Canadian division, Tim Stutzle and more. Then we're joined by author Del Jones, whose new book "At the bat: The Strikeout That Shamed America" is available everywhere now, to talk baseball.
You may know him from his years on the radio, or recognize his voice as the Senators in game announcer. Stuntman Stu Schwartz joins us to talk about his journeys in the sports industry, how he got involved with the NHL, and more. Then, registered dietician and NFL Nutritionist Blair Solberger gives us the inside scoop on what goes on in an NFL lunchroom, differences in diets for different positions, and how to keep your New Years resolutions to lose weight & get fit.
Former CFL player Kyle Kirkwood joins us to breakdown every NFL matchup ahead of wildcard weekend. We also discuss the Eagles vs. Washington debacle, coaching vacancies, and Super Bowl favourites. Everything you need to know ahead of round one.
Our final episode of 2020 is here. Darcy Whyte from the Ridin Pine Show Podcast joins us to breakdown Canada's first two games at the World Junior Championships. We talk about which countries and players have impressed us the most so far, some players who need to find another gear, medal hopefuls and more.
Bruce Firestone was part of the original ownership group that brought the Senators back to the NHL in the early 90's. He sits down to talk with us about the bidding process, building the Palladium (now the CTC), and the early years of the franchise. Then Mike Cunningham from the Gill Athletics Podcast (and a former NCAA D1 track and field coach for Mississippi State, Ball State, and Troy University) talks about what it takes to excel at a sport where hundredths of a second is usually all that separates athletes.
Veteran NHL defenseman (Columbus, Ottawa, Dallas) Marc Methot sits down with us to talk about his career in hockey, NHL playoff runs, a Memorial Cup title and more. Then longtime basketball coach turned author Chris Dooley joins us to talk about his book "Can't Miss: The Kevin Pangos Story", and the evolution of basketball in Canada.
Award winning TSN analyst James Duthie joins us to talk about the "pandemic edition" of the Masters, World Juniors hockey, NHL return to play and his new book "Beauties". Then Regan Katz from Ottawa's new professional baseball franchise the Ottawa Titans sits down to talk about building a program during COVID, the roster, and what fans can expect in the 2021 season.
TSN analyst Bob McKenzie joins us to talk about the NHL's return to play plans, the 2020 playoff bubble, and the upcoming world junior tournament. We also discuss his newest book Everyday Hockey Heroes Vol. 2. Then, veteran of over 1000 NHL games played and the first captain in Senators franchise history Laurie Boschman sits down to recap his playing days, what it was like skating alongside Gretzky, Messier, Coffey and the rest of the 80's Oilers, and life after hockey.
Toronto Maple Leafs franchise record holder for most goals in a season (54) Rick Vaive joins us to talk about his playing days, life after the NHL, and his newest book "Catch-22". Then, we sit down with the newest General Manager of a CEBL franchise, the Ottawa Blackjacks' Jevohn Shepherd to talk all things hoops, what fans can expect out of the 2021 season and more.
We sit down with Ottawa 67's GM James Boyd to discuss the upcoming 2021 OHL season. We talk about the NHL Draft, their OHL priority selections, outlook for the year ahead and more.
Nate Behar is a decorated USport athlete with some of the most memorable moments in Ravens Football history. He was drafted by the Edmonton Eskimos and currently plays for the Ottawa Red Blacks. Cameron Hughes is an "in game energizer" that professional sports teams across the world seek out to enhance the game day experience for fans. He's been to over 1500 events in a professional capacity including the Olympics, US Open, and more.
We sit down with Wes Brown from the Monday Morning Scouting Report to talk about the upcoming 2020 NBA Entry draft. Who will go number one, who trades out of their spot, dark horse picks, and more. Then we're joined by James Fitzgerald, the commissioner of the OPSE (Ontario Post Secondary E-Sports) league to talk about the rise of E-sports and what the future holds for it at the university/college level.
Friend of the show Darcy Whyte from the Ridin' Pine Show Podcast joins us to go over one of the most loaded draft classes in recent memory. If you were a GM today and had the hindsight of how each of these player's careers would pan out over the next 17 years how would the draft play out.
Brent Sopel had a nearly 700 game NHL career capped off by a 2010 Stanley Cup Championship as a member of the Chicago Blackhawks. He's also had an extremely impactful career off the ice as well with the Brent Sopel Foundation which aims to help families living with Dyslexia. We talk about his time in the NHL, what the KHL is really like, and the challenges that Dyslexic people face in day to day life.
We sit down with legendary sports reporter Doug Smith who has covered every Toronto Raptors season since their inception to talk all things NBA. We also discuss his newest book " We the North" now available everywhere books are sold.
We speak with Gareth Reid who is the GM of Ottawa's newest pro sports franchise, the Ottawa Aces Rugby Club about what goes into creating an expansion team, recruiting, and the challenges of doing all this during a pandemic. We also sit down with Ryan Hill to talk about mid season NFL awards, predictions for the remainder of the year, and who will be hoisting the Lombardi trophy when all is said and done.
1988 Calgary Winter Games Silver medallist Elizabeth Manley (Women's Figure Skating) joins us to talk about her journey in sports, the Olympic experience, and why high performing athletes often struggle with mental health when preparing for elite level competition.
We sit down with New York Times best selling author Jeff Benedict to talk about his newest book "The Dynasty" which chronicles the unparalleled run of success that the New England Patriots have had over the last 20 years.
We sit down with Darcy Whyte from the Ridin Pine Show podcast to discuss the biggest winners & losers from draft night. We also breakdown sleeper picks, reaches, unintentional comedy moments and more.
We sit down with Founder & CEO of North Pole Hoops Tariq Sbiet to discuss the advances in Canadian basketball, the birth of North Pole Hoops, how the pandemic has affected the sport and more.
We sit down with Sens super fan Craig Anich once again to go over one of the most pivotal drafts in franchise history for the Ottawa Senators. With more draft capital than ever before, the Sens have decisions to make on who to target, what Free Agents to potentially bring in, and what to do with existing prospects in the system.
We sit down with hockey insider Liam Maguire to breakdown the good, the bad, and the ugly from the wildest Stanley Cup playoffs in recent memory. We also look ahead to what moves we might see teams make between now and the 2020 Entry Draft.
We sit down with Michelle Hard of the Ottawa Swans Aussie Rules Football Club to learn more about the sport, what goes into running a performance team during a pandemic, and what the future holds for AFL in Canada.
We sit down with New York Times best selling author, and former Sports Illustrated/ESPN.com columnist Jeff Pearlman to discuss the Lakers, Kobe, Shaq, and most importantly his newest book "Three-Ring Circus: Kobe, Shaq, Phil and the Crazy Years of the Lakers Dynasty" available for pre-order and digital download now.
Matt Bennett has worked in a variety of roles in the sports industry, beginning as an intern with the Senators and working his way up to his current position as Director of Corporate Partnerships with OSEG. In his current role he oversees OHL brands, CFL brands, and more. Learn what he sees as the future of sports, and what the viewing experience could be like in 2021.
Head coach of the Brock University Men's Basketball team Willy Manigat sits down to talk hoops and his career in basketball. A former U-Sport national champion as a player, Willy went on to have a 4 year pro career overseas before beginning his coaching journey as an assistant with the Carleton Ravens. After winning another two national championships, he took on the role of Head Coach of Brock University where he is now entering his 2nd year with the program.
We sit down with NCAA (Georgetown) track star Ruach Padhal to discuss his recruiting journey, the sports landscape in Canada vs. America, and recovering from an injury and how to get back to the top of your game.
We sit down with 2018 U-Sports women's national champion JenJen Abella to discuss her Ravens' undefeated season, her journey in basketball, and what changes still need to be made to better promote the women's game moving forward.
We sit down with Spoken Word/Hip Hop/R&B artist Ali "The Soulful Poet" to discuss round 1 playoff matchups for the NBA. Find out how he thinks the playoffs will shake out in the bubble.
We sit down with NHL super fan Craig Anich to breakdown the NHL Draft Lottery phase 2 results, hold a WAY too early version of a mock draft, and preview round 1 of the NHL Playoffs, complete with predictions and more.
The OPS Hoopstars are members of the Ottawa Police Services who use the sport of basketball to form connections, open up dialogue, and interact with the communities they serve. They can usually be found playing with children and youth in at risk neighbourhoods, elementary & high schools, and at a wide variety of community events.
Fabienne is one of the most respected names in Canadian basketball. Following a stellar USport career she transitioned into coaching. She has coached & won at every level from grassroots to National teams. She's currently the HC at Capital Courts Academy
Evan is a former 5 year Junior hockey player who has now transitioned into coaching with Next Generation HKY where he is the COO and Director of Player Development. NGH works with close to 10,000 players annually, and also works with NHL, CHL, and USport level athletes.
Manock is a former USport (U. PEI) and Pro basketball player, who currently coaches La Cite's Men's Basketball team in OCAA play. He is also the CEO of Prezdential Basketball which is a social enterprise dedicated to bridging the gap faced by disadvantaged youth in Ottawa.
Vikta Paulo also known as "The Voice" has been announcing, and doing colour commentary on sporting events for nearly a decade. He has announced everything from local amateur all star games, all the way up to the Pan Am games, NBA All Star weekend and more. Most recently he was announced as the MC for the CEBL's newest expansion franchise the Ottawa Blackjacks.
Ryan is a former NCAA Div 2 golfer at Queens U. in Charlotte, NC. He currently holds 2 course records, and has represented Canada in numerous international Jr. events. Last year he won both the City championship & Ottawa Sport award for golf.
Garry is a former USport (St. FX) and professional basketball player. Following his playing career, he founded the Trench Life Apparel company where he is currently the CEO. Garry also devotes large portions of his time to community building efforts through basketball.
Sheila is a graduate of the Humber College Professional Golf Management program. While there, she was captain of the women's golf team, and won both a National & Provincial championship. She is currently the 6x in a row Women's Champion at the Royal Ottawa GC.
Matt Methot is a former OHL (Barrie Colts & Ottawa 67's) and U-Sport (Ottawa U.) hockey player. He also represented Canada at the World University Games where he took home a bronze in his final year of Sport hockey. We discuss his hockey journey, how to balance a student-athlete lifestyle, and tips and tricks for getting your game to the next level.
Darcy Whyte of the Ridin' Pine Show Podcast joins us to break down a wild night in the NHL. We review the lottery itself, where we see players going, and dark horse picks for the upcoming 2020 draft.
Mary is a USport Athlete (Brock University, Women's Basketball) who is also Capital Courts Academy (Prep School) Alum, now playing in the OUA. She also helped Brock capture a silver medal at Nationals this past year. We talk about women in sport, hoops, and how to transition from the high school level to USport competition.
Abbie is the founder of A.Bailey Photos which specializes in sports photography and action shots. She is currently the team photographer for Algonquin College's men's & women's varsity teams. We discuss the process into how to capture the perfect action shot, editing, getting started in photography and more.
Terry Cowan is a CPGA professional golfer who is based out of Eagle Creek Golf & Country Club in Ottawa, ON. He works with clients of all ages on swing mechanics, instructional lessons, and runs a variety of on site events at the club week in week out. When not at the course, Terry has begun ramping up his competition both locally and abroad, earning several top 5 finishes and a few tournament victories over the past 2 seasons.
Saeed is a high level basketball official based out of Ottawa, ON. He has now done several OFSAA championships, and recently was promoted to officiate college and university level basketball games as well. He talks about the life of a referee, what goes into becoming a high level official, and why it is becoming increasingly difficult to recruit and retain officials across a variety of sports.
E.L. is a former Usport athlete (St. FX) who now specializes in clinical and educational psychology. He also works with athletes in the areas of sport performance and player development. We unpack what goes into making a mentally tough athlete and to overcome mental blocks when preparing for big moments in life.
When not helping to build his tech companies (Ruckify & The Better Software Co.), Paul can found on a football field working with at risk youth in underserved communities. His work with the Heron Gate community, Strong Orange, and more earned him the NFL Youth Coach of the Year award for his impact in the south of Ottawa. He has also helped to relaunch the St. Pat's HS football program, and continues to work with children & youth in sport to this day. We talk about all things football, community, and capacity building in this episode.
Drew Ebanks is a Canadian basketball pioneer whose influence on the game has been felt from coast to coast. He is the CEO and Founder of On Point Basketball which has evolved from just basketball to media, apparel, lifestyle and more. Drew shares his journey as well as what he sees as the future of the sport in Canada.
Kyle Kirkwood is a former Usport (football) athlete from the University of Ottawa. He would go on to be drafted into the CFL by the BC Lions, and ultimately made the jump from Pro-Sports to the sports industry after suffering a career ending injury. Kyle has held positions with the Ottawa Senators, Ottawa Redblacks, Ottawa 67's and more. We also discuss what a "post-COVID" fan experience might look like at sporting events moving forward.
Joining us today is former U-Sport player (Bishops U), Pro Basketball (Lebanon Div 1), Founder of Next Level Media, Next Level Fitness, and Team BELIEVE, Global Basketball Trainer, and UnderArmour Ambassador Jamil Abiad. Jamil has several startups on the go in the sports industry and talks about how he juggles them, and continues to scale up.
David Gourlay is the former Co-Owner & Team President of the Ottawa Champions professional baseball team. He has also worked with the Ottawa Sports & Entertainment Group (OSEG) as Sr. Manager of Major Gifts for the OSEG Foundation. He currently sits on the board of directors for the Ottawa Sport Council, and helps to chair the Miracle League of Ottawa.
Tony is a former U-Sport basketball player (University of Manitoba), and Team Canada Olympic camp invitee. He is also the founder of the Canada Topflight Academy basketball prep school in Ottawa, ON which has won 2 of the last 3 NPA High School National Championships. He is the founder of the National Senior and National Junior basketball circuits which boast over 60+ HS & Prep teams, co-owns a restaurant in Ottawa, and has raised hundreds of thousands of dollars for philanthropic causes over the last 10+ years.
CEO & Founder of Unsung Hero Inc. joins us to talk about his unique journey from small town kid, to making a huge impact in the community and clothing industry.
Former U-Sports National Champion, Professional Basketball player, coach & skills trainer, and founder of Capital Courts Academy Merrick Palmer joins us to discuss sports, life, basketball, and business.