GullsCast: Recent Episodes
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GullsCast is the official podcast of the San Diego Gulls, and American Hockey League (AHL) team. The podcast is hosted by the Gulls announcers Andy Zilch, and B.J. MacPherson. New episodes will be posted throughout the season.
Andy Zilch gets to know Gulls defenseman Luka Profaca. The 20-year-old shares his experience at the professional level and how his offseason as a free agent looked like.
Andy Zilch and B.J. MacPherson look at the organization’s depth chart and analyze the blueliners. Forward Danny O’Regan recaps his summer events and how his preparation for this season mapped out. Lastly, San Jose Barracuda broadcaster Nick Nollenberger discusses the freshly built Tech CU Arena, the 2022 Rookie Faceoff and what Gulls fans can expect from head coach Roy Sommer.
Andy Zilch and B.J. MacPherson share their experiences on being hired by the Gulls and what they are looking forward to this season. Former Gulls’ goaltender, Kevin Boyle, discusses his decision to retire and what his plans are following his hockey career.
Andy Zilch and B.J. MacPherson analyze the recent player signings. Former Gull, Luke Gazdic, talks about his recent endeavor and reflects on his career.
Andy Zilch and B.J. MacPherson review the Ducks draft and offseason signings plus share their thoughts about Roy Sommer as the new Gulls head coach. Forward Chase De Leo joins to talk about re-signing with the organization and discusses his previous season on the east coast.
Andy Zilch talks about the NHL and AHL championships with B.J. MacPherson. The two also chat about the importance of the Gulls offseason. Gulls Assistant General Manager, Bob Ferguson, gives perspective on the vision of the organization this summer plus shares his interactions with Anaheim Ducks General Manager, Pat Verbeek.
Andy Zilch interviews Sam Carrick who looks ahead to the home opener and the anticipation for not only himself, but his teammates who have never played in San Diego. The duo also talks about the newcomers on the team and Carrick gives his insight on Head Coach Joel Bouchard.
Andy and B.J. review some newer names to the Gulls that were acquired in the off-season and what expectations are for some returning players. Gulls General Manager Bob Ferguson gives light to what he has seen since development camp began and how he views the season for the Gulls, specifically against the Pacific Division.
Andy and B.J. look forward to the Rookie Face-off tournament and talk about favorite promotional nights. Matt Savant, Gulls President of Business Operations, also joins to elaborate on the newly released promo schedule and the planning process of each night.
Andy Zilch talks about the recent Gulls news including the third jersey announcement. He also speaks with returning forwards Greg Printz and Alex Limoges following the signing of their one-year contracts.
Andy and B.J. talk about the schedule release, the new assistant coaches and the Ducks recent free agent signings. Sam Cosentino of Sportsnet joins to discuss the 2021 NHL Draft and the prospects in the Ducks pipeline.
In a podcast focused around the newest head coach, Andy and B.J. also discuss the signings of the Carrick brothers and Vinni Lettieri. Joel Bouchard joins as an introduction as the newest bench boss for the Gulls.
Andy Zilch and B.J. MacPherson talk about the two assistant coaches moving on and review the hockey news since the AHL season concluded. Henderson Silver Knights broadcaster Brian McCormack also joins to discuss the news around the Vegas organization and a construction update of the Henderson arena.
Andy and B.J. relive the first three games and break down how the team began 3-0. Colorado Eagles broadcaster Kevin McGlue joins to preview the opponent this weekend and recent news regarding the Colorado Eagles.
Andy and B.J. get you set for Opening Night! They speak with Bakersfield’s play-by-play broadcaster, Ryan Holt, to scout the opposition. Also joining the Gullscast is the AHL President and CEO, Scott Howson to review what obstacles the league has overcome to begin the 85th season.
Andy and B.J. talk about the recent acquisition of defenseman Trevor Carrick and how the organization’s depth is panning out. The two also examine the abbreviated schedule and how the rivalries will intensify.
Andy and B.J. lend their opinions from the first preseason game and look at the Ducks first three games. Forward Andrew Agozzino gets an introduction to the Gulls fanbase and reviews about his pro hockey experience that began nine years ago.
Andy and B.J. discuss how the roster is taking shape as camp is underway. Newly signed defenseman Keegan Lowe joins the podcast to talk about his life and hockey experiences.
Andy and B.J. talk about the return of Gulls hockey beginning on February 5th. Matt Savant, the President of Business Operations and Head Coach Kevin Dineen also express their thoughts on returning to action and the excitement around the team returning.
This episode features an in-depth look of the San Diego Gulls Inaugural Season of Giving Event. Andy Zilch has discussions with Melissa Werman, the Gulls’ Director of Community Relations, and the President and CEO of the San Diego Food Bank, Jim Floros.
Andy Zilch reviews the Anaheim Ducks free agency signings and talks with Gulls head coach Kevin Dineen on the extended offseason, viewpoints of Ducks recent activity and what his coaching tasks are leading up to the season.
Andy and B.J. review the Anaheim Ducks activity in the 2020 NHL Entry Draft. We hear clips from the newest members of the organization and Assistant General Manager Martin Madden gives an overview of the players selected.
Andy and B.J. review the first three games of the Cup Final between Dallas and Tampa who each have a former Gull. The two also reminisce about the very first home game in Gulls AHL history. Former President of Business Operations Ari Segal adds his stories from that night and gives insight on how the problems arose from a business perspective.
Andy and B.J. review the NHL playoffs and discuss the key dates the NHL recently announced. Forward Sam Carrick returns to discuss how his summer was and gives insight on the Carrick Bros. Maple Syrup business.
Andy Zilch revisits the first AHL season in San Diego and the move from Norfolk, Virginia with former Gull Jaycob Megna and General Manager Bob Ferguson. In addition, Andy gets into detail with the former Gulls Captain about his previous year with the Vegas Golden Knights organization, his first season away from the Anaheim Ducks.
Andy and B.J. talk over the return of the NHL and the recent AHL news regarding the start of the next season. In addition, the Southern California rivalry between the Ducks and Kings organizations are featured on this episode. Gulls Assistant Coach David Urquhart gives his insight and Ontario Reign General Manager Richard Seeley also speaks to the topic.
Andy Zilch has a discussion with the new President and CEO of the American Hockey League, Scott Howson. In addition, Gulls President of Business Operations, Matt Savant, looks back at the community efforts this past season and talks about the Return to Play Committee.
Andy Zilch talks the 2020 NHL Entry Draft with the Anaheim Ducks Assistant General Manager and former Director of Amateur Scouting, Martin Madden. In lieu of the ECHL affiliation agreement, Rob Murray discusses his partnership with the Ducks and role of grooming players as the head coach of the Tulsa Oilers.
Andy and B.J. discuss the NHL’s resumption of play on the Father’s Day edition of the GullsCast. Head Coach Kevin Dineen reflects on Father’s Day and what it means to him as a parent and growing up under his dad who had a major impact in the hockey world. In addition, Ducks TV play-by-play broadcaster John Ahlers discusses Anaheim’s upcoming draft and reviews the past season.
Andy Zilch and B.J. MacPherson review the 2019-20 season and give recognition to significant moments of the season. The two also send out their farewells to the Gulls fans.
Andy Zilch interviews David Andrews, the President and CEO of the AHL, about his 26 year career and retirement. The two also talk about the decision to cancel the remainder of the 2019-20 season. Goaltender Jeff Glass also joins to share his experience in the past year playing in Austria and reflects on his time in San Diego.
Andy Zilch and B.J. MacPherson talk with Troy Hirsch of Fox 5 San Diego to get a look at life as a Sports Director without sporting events. Forward Chris Mueller also joins the Gullscast and discusses the recent birth of his daughter and returning to San Diego.
Andy Zilch talks with former Gull, Adam Cracknell, about his first year playing in China and his first-hand experiences regarding the pandemic. Andrew Poturalski also joins the GullsCast with reflection on his season thus far and gives us insight on the culture in Buffalo, New York.
Andy Zilch talks with Kevin Boyle about departing to the other side of country and his life in quarantine as an avid video gamer. The Anaheim Ducks Director of Player Development, Todd Marchant, gives insight on the new pool of prospects and what can be expected of them.
Andy Zilch interviews Kevin Dineen and Sam Carrick during their time in quarantine. The Gulls broadcaster also provides organizational updates during the season’s hold.
Andy and B.J. reflect on the sporting world’s status and give first-hand accounts of their experiences during the announcements of the NHL of the AHL. Andy reflects on his experience following the final game in Tucson.
Andy and B.J. review the San Jose weekend and look at, what could be, the biggest stretch of games so far this season for the team. Forward Kyle Criscuolo discusses the trade that brought him to San Diego and we get to know one of the newest members of the Gulls.
Andy and B.J. review the team’s previous road trip success and look forward to the next four road games. Gulls General Manager, Bob Ferguson, also discusses constructing the AHL team in the offseason, the trade deadline and the importance of how a playoff run impacts the growth of the Ducks prospects.
Andy and B.J. and are joined with Luke Gazdic once again as the three talk about the deadline and the impact of the team and players involved. The trio also dives into the longest road the Gulls have seen in their five-year history.
Andy and B.J. reflect on the Gulls overcoming the Heat on Wednesday to the take the victory and how the Pacific Division standings align. The two also speak regarding the trade deadline, the NHL standings and how the crucial the road trips will be for the Gulls over the next three weeks.
Andy and BJ take a look back at the hot streak and look forward to a crucial weekend in Des Moines. The Iowa Wild play-by-play broadcaster, Joe O’Donnell, gives insight on the hottest team in the AHL. Forward Justin Kloos reflects on his time in Iowa and speaks to the season has had.
Andy and BJ are joined with a third host, Gulls forward Luke Gazdic. The three dive into how hockey fights have progressed over the years and how it has impact Gazdic. A locker room prospective is brought to the table and the trio gets in-depth with how Southern California hockey has grown over the past 25 years.
Andy and B.J. review the team’s play since the Holiday Break and look ahead to the schedule that remains. The duo expresses the important of the series against Iowa and give their mid-season reviews. Defenseman Ryan Johnston is featured in the player profile and forward Sam Carrick discusses his stint in the NHL.
Andy and B.J. review the start to the season and what the team will need to do to obtain the first win of the season. Anthony Stolarz joins the podcast to discuss his past and becoming a goaltender. Chris Wideman is also featured to discuss the Wideman’s Warriors program.
Sam Carrick named third captain in team history is reviewed by Andy and B.J. We hear from the new leader and how the team will overcome the 0-4-0 start.
Andy and B.J. welcome fans into the new season. The duo recaps the off-season and the early start to the season.
Andy and B.J. talk about the nine goal explosion against San Jose and what has worked for the team after the slow start. Sam Carrick is featured in the player profile discussing the captaincy and playing against his brother.