Sound Of Hockey - Seattle Kraken Hockey Podcast (Sound Of Hockey)

Darren checks in with Kraken radio play-by-play voice Everett Fitzhugh from morning skate in St. Paul, Minnesota. They chat from morning skate at Xcel Energy Center. It's a fun chat, as always.

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With the Stanley Cup Final on the horizon, and Game of Thrones now controversially over, Sound of Hockey comes through with another solid episode.

This week, the guys give you some non-NHL news (Seattle stuff, Memorial Cup update, IIHF World Championships chatter, AHL Calder Cup conversation), before diving headlong into the Conference Finals. 

Naturally, the overlooked handpass that led to a Sharks overtime game-winning goal gets plenty of discussion, as John predictably defends his beloved San Jose squad. Meanwhile, Andy and Darren attack the necessity of expanded video review, and try to come up with ways to solve this newfound problem, without being too knee-jerk reactionary. The guys also discuss the shocking rumblings out of Ottawa that Patrick Roy is being considered for their coaching job. 

Finally, the show moves into its segments, with the triumphant return of Goalie Gear Corner, You Don't See That Every Day, Tweets of the Week, and John gets HILARIOUSLY duped in Weekly One-Timers. 

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Andy has been Wally Pipped again by Wade, who makes his triumphant return to Sound of Hockey for Episode 72, which is an enjoyable listen, if we do say so ourselves. 

Lots of Seattle talk in this one, with recaps of Krakengate, NHL Seattle's Science of Scouting event, and more.

Plus, plenty of fun banter about the Battle of Alberta and how glorious it has been, Alex Ovechkin continuing to climb the scoring ranks, and the Sutter family taking over the "family" scoring race. 

Segments this week include You Don't See That Every Day, Goalie Gear Corner, Bad Boys, and Weekly One-Timers. 

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HUMONGOUS EPISODE ALERT! 

This week, the guys have the pleasure of speaking with none other than Ray Ferraro, superstar analyst for TSN and NBCSN, and also an 18-year NHL veteran. With Ray, the guys dive pretty deep into his takes on what to watch out for when Seattle's franchise gets up and running. Plus, plenty of discussion about his career as a broadcaster and some of his best moments behind the mic. The interview with Ray is very much worth the price of admission.

Also in this episode, lots of fun banter between John, Andy, and Darren about such topics as youthful skill, NHL Seattle news (that isn't really news this time), and David Pastrnak getting into a minor car accident, then posing for a picture with the other driver. 

Segments this week include Goalie Gear Corner, Bad Boys, Let's Get Quizzical, and Weekly One-Timers.

It's a fun episode! 

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The Seattle Kraken news machine is starting to slow down, but there were plenty of odds and ends to tie up on the Sound Of Hockey Podcast this week.

To start the show, John gives Darren a very thoughtful gift.

Then, the guys drift to Kraken news for quite a while, before hitting their interview with forward prospect Oscar Fisker Mølgaard. The promising and affable Dane returns for his second appearance on the show, and he does not disappoint.

Plus, Weekly One-Timers and Goalie Gear Corner.

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On this week's Sound Of Hockey Podcast, John and Darren break down the latest Kraken news through their overtime win in Detroit on Tuesday.

While it seems Seattle is getting close to breaking out, the Ranger game left a sour taste and a key player with a long-term injury.

Segments this week include:

• Goalie Gear Corner
• You Don't See That Every Day
• Bad Boys
• Weekly One-Timers

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On this week's episode of the Sound Of Hockey Podcast, Chris Peters returns to give his expectations for the upcoming NHL Entry Draft and to talk through the Kraken prospect pool. As always, tons of great insights from Chris, a *very good* friend of the pod.

Aside from the interview with Chris Peters, there's plenty of great conversation on this show between John and Darren, who open the episode by breaking down William Karlsson's phenomenal Stanley Cup parade performance, before shifting into Kraken news.

They then go Down on the Farm, give a robust WHL Update, and eventually give some tidbits about the Stanley Cup Final.

Segments this week include:

• Shame On Us
• Weekly One-Timers
• Tweets of the Week
• Three Stars

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Episode 188 is here, and there are conversations to be had about all levels of hockey, from the WHL to the AHL to the NHL. 

At the AHL level, the Charlotte Checkers are alive and well and are heading into the second... er... third round of the Calder Cup playoffs. In the WHL, the Seattle Thunderbirds have reached the Western Conference Championship Series and will take on the Kamloops Blazers. And at the NHL level, the second round of the playoffs is now underway. 

Looking back on the first round of the Stanley Cup Playoffs, the Sound Of Hockey Podcast discusses the onslaught of Game 7's that happened last week and the many wonders of Jake Oettinger (among other topics).

Eventually, John, Andy, and Darren will shift to segments, which this week include Weekly One-Timers, Tweets of the Week, and Three Stars. 

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It's the holiday season, and the Sound Of Hockey guys have gripes. So, in the spirit of Festivus, they air their grievances with one another and beyond on this episode of the SOH Podcast.

Thankfully, the mood around the Seattle Kraken has improved a bit since the team's eight-game losing streak ended. Plenty of talk about the team's trade for Tomas Tatar, plus a breakdown of the many injuries Seattle has faced lately.

Segments include Goalie Gear Corner, Weekly One-Timers, and Tweets of the Week.

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This week's episode of the Sound Of Hockey Podcast is a quick one but a fun one. With minimal Kraken news to discuss, John, Andy, and Darren focus on the hockey world as a whole. 

They start with a brief World Junior Championship discussion, then move to a WHL Update, which focuses on Portland's completion of its re-brand, which many folks have argued looks quite similar to Kraken colors. 

Next, they move on to segments, which this week features Bad Boys, Goalie Gear Corner, Weekly One-Timers, and Tweets of the Week.

FYI, the next couple weeks will be a little different, with interviews being the focus, but there will still be content coming over that time. 

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The circus has arrived! The Winter Classic is just a few days away, and the Seattle Kraken are cruising at just the right time, with three straight wins and a seven-game point streak.

The guys break it all down and share what has been working for the team lately.

Also in this episode, John and Darren chatted with Shifty, the goalie mask painter who has been painting Joey Daccord's masks for years. It's a super fun and informative conversation.

Segments this week include:

• Weekly One-Timers
• Tweets of the Week

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Episode 56 of Sound of Hockey is here, and it's a fun one.

In this episode, we get a brief Seattle update from John, before diving into a myriad of NHL topics. Within those topics, John, Andy, and Darren discuss the Sharks' signing of ageless wonder Patrick Marleau and his immediate impact, the positive early impressions of some of the league's youngest players, and whether or not the Edmonton Oilers are for real.

Also in this episode, a rousing round of Buy, Sell, or Hold, a solid set of Weekly One-Timers, and everyone's favorite segment, Goalie Gear Corner (featuring this beautiful Linus Ullmark setup).

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For Seattle hockey fans, things haven't gone their way recently. The Seattle Thunderbirds are now down 3-1 in the WHL Championship Series after losing two straight at home this week to the Edmonton Oil Kings, and Kraken goalie Chris Driedger tore his ACL playing in the IIHF World Championship. 

On this episode, the Sound Of Hockey Podcast breaks down those WHL games and discusses what options the Kraken have to backfill Driedger's position. 

Also discussed on this show, USA Hockey has released its latest data, and Washington State has predictably seen quite an uptick. 

We then have a HYPE-o-thetical, Weekly One-Timers, and Three Stars.

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Recognizing all that's happening in the world right now, the guys get a bit emotional on this week's episode of Sound of Hockey. It's been quite the week, as you know, and John, Andy, and Darren certainly did not want to avoid the topics at hand. Nonetheless, they hope that you get a bit of a mental break while listening to this episode, as there's some fun to be had as well. 

The guys interviewed Stu Barnes before things really escalated locally in Seattle, and it is a fantastic interview. Stu talks about his long and very successful NHL career, being a pro scout for NHL Seattle, and much more. You will definitely enjoy this interview. 

Segments this week include Let's Get Quizzical and Weekly One-Timers.

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The third episode of Sound of Hockey is a fun one!

With the ENORMOUS NEWS of the Seattle City Council officially voting 8-0 in favor of the KeyArena project, the guys are in a particularly chipper mood for this one. Helping that mood even more is the Philadelphia Flyers' revelation of their new mascot, Gritty, which has taken the hockey world by storm. Together, John, Andy, and Darren break down both topics in detail.

Additionally, the guys "enjoy" a little pre-season hockey talk and discuss the prospects that they're each keeping their eyes on during this otherwise meaningless stage of the current campaign.

Finally, each host gives his own opinion of which under-the-radar NHL team is most likely to make an unexpected run this season, which quickly deteriorates into unintentional season previewing for the Atlantic and Pacific Divisions. 

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Just when the Sound Of Hockey guys thought they were low on content, the listeners came through with plenty of questions for a robust Mailbag on this week's episode.

This one gets a little off the rails, as John and Darren get a little silly in the Mailbag segment, but it's fun stuff, so give it a listen.

Also on this episode, the guys discuss several Kraken signings made in the past week, then move on to segments.

Segments this week include:

• Weekly One-Timers
• Tweets of the Week

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It's probably stated almost weekly, but seriously, super fun episode this week! 

John, Andy, and Darren have a lot to talk about, as there's been some great recent content on NHLtoSeattle.com, and hockey is inching ever closer to a return to play. 

Andy and John give a quick Seattle update, and Darren shares some "Breaking Minn-news-tiae." 

Also, John leads another thrilling round of Would You Rather?, the gameshow where there are no correct answers (though this week, there are definitely correct and incorrect answers). 

Other segments this week include Weekly One-Timers and Tweets of the Week, which leads us to our new proposed team name of the Seattle Planets.

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The latest Sound Of Hockey Podcast is here, and John is fed up with the Central Time Zone. 

Things get off the rails pretty quickly on this one, as the guys discuss Jordan Binnington's bizarre display this past week against the San Jose Sharks. They then move on to Kraken news, specifically the announcement that the team is pitching in to save the University of Alaska Anchorage hockey program. 

You'll also get a pretty robust WHL Update from WHL correspondent Andy Eide and a recap of the PWHPA Dream Gap game. That recap leads to a rare Get Off My Lawn segment led by John. 

The guys also discuss John's Mock Expansion Draft, Claude Julien's firing by the Canadiens, and much more. 

Bits this week include Three Stars. Segments include Goalie Gear Corner, Weekly One-Timers, and Tweets of the Week.

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With the Stanley Cup awarded to the Florida Panthers and the Coachella Valley Firebirds having lost in the Calder Cup Finals in devastating fashion, the offseason is OFFICIALLY here.

But, things will take off very quickly over the next few days for the Seattle Kraken and the rest of the NHL, as the Draft hits, then free agency and development camps.

John and Darren bring you up to speed on everything you need to know on this episode of the SOH Podcast. Segments include Weekly One-Timers and Tweets of the Week.

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It's a lengthy and very fun episode of the Sound Of Hockey Podcast this week.

On this one, John, Curtis, and Darren welcome Evan Pivnick, the voice of the AHL Coachella Valley Firebirds, to the show. Evan has some great stories about his time as a broadcaster and firsthand insight about the Firebirds current playoff run.

Meanwhile, the guys are becoming more and more convinced about who the next Seattle Kraken head coach will be.

Segments include Rooting Interests and Weekly One-Timers.

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On this week's Sound Of Hockey Podcast, the guys give a couple quick Seattle Kraken updates, revolving around the signing of Finnish free agent Ville Petman and the re-signing of Jeremy Lauzon with the Nashville Predators. They then shift their focus to junior hockey, where they discuss the Seattle Thunderbirds falling just short against the Edmonton Oil Kings and Kraken prospect Ryan Winterton reaching the Memorial Cup. 

Eventually, John, Andy, and Darren circle back around to NHL talk, discussing the opening of the Stanley Cup Final, Bruce Cassidy and John Tortorella getting hired by NHL teams, and Gary Bettman's latest presser. 

Segments this week include Bad Boys, Weekly One-Timers, Tweets of the Week, and Three Stars. 

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The Kraken are back in town for the first time in forever, and a lot has happened around the NHL since they were last home. Seattle took its lumps on a five-game road trip through New York, New Jersey, Philadelphia, and Winnipeg, so the Sound Of Hockey breaks down that trip, and Darren shares some of his memories from the road. 

Next, the guys discuss John's recent goalie breakdown on soundofhockey.com that argued the Kraken should use Philipp Grubauer more. 

Once they've finished most of their Kraken talk, John, Andy, and Darren talk about the blockbuster trade that sent Vladimir Tarasenko to the Rangers, as well as some names that seem to be getting bandied about before the Trade Deadline. 

Finally, the show meanders to segments, which this week include: 

• Goalie Gear Corner
• You Don't See That Every Day
• Weekly One-Timers
• Tweets of the Week
• Three Stars

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HUMONGOUS EPISODE THIS WEEK! 

The first ever guest on Sound of Hockey is Dave Tippett, former NHL player, head coach, Jack Adams Award winner, and current advisor for NHL Seattle. Trust us, you won’t want to miss this one whether you’re a Seattle-based hockey fan or not.

With Dave, the guys - John, Andy, and Darren - talk extensively about Tippett's experience working on the Seattle project, but they also get into some pretty good hockey talk in general. Tippett shares some awesome stories from his time coaching the Dallas Stars and Arizona Coyotes, explains his metrics for evaluating players, and even tells us what the Dave Tippett blow-up looks like. Oh, and he explains the context of this beautiful video.

Also in this episode, a recap of Peter Laviolette’s press scrum in which he donned a life-like bull mask, a riveting update on where the trees around KeyArena are being moved to (oh yes, it’s riveting), a check-in on some of the former WHL players that have reached the NHL.

The guys also debate whether the Colorado Avalanche and Carolina Hurricanes are for real, unravel the irony of the Kenya Ice Lions story, and consider the impact of a possible merger between the CWHL and NWHL. 

Plus Weekly One-Timers, Get Off My Lawn, and Games On the Radar. 

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The doldrums of summer are very much upon us, as very little has happened in the hockey world over the past couple weeks, especially for the Seattle Kraken.

BUT, John and Darren are joined by Curtis once again, and together, the trio manage to stitch together a pretty great show.

On this one, the guys break down "Kraken adjacent" news regarding players that were rumored to be fits for Seattle but moved elsewhere. They also do a Kraken roundtable that sparks some interesting discussion.

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This is a fun ".5" episode, featuring a one-on-one chat between Darren and BEST friend of the pod, Alison Lukan. It's a very Kraken-centric discussion that really digs into what has been happening with the team lately. 

Topics covered include the win streak, the loss to Minnesota, and what Jamie Oleksiak's injury means for the defense corps. Additionally, Alison shares her thoughts on Seattle's special teams, what the organization might need to do at the trade deadline, and who is her least favorite Sound Of Hockey host. 

Finally, she shares opines on Buoy and talks about her own experiences of being a mascot. 

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BONUS EPISODE!

The guys realized that it was going to be about a week and a half between episodes, and decided that was way too long to make you all wait. As such, they decided to give you a little something extra this week, with a SECOND EPISODE! 

On this bonus episode, John, Andy, and Darren break down NHL Commissioner Gary Bettman’s recent press conference that was held right here in Seattle, and they discuss some of the highlights of that event.

They also react to the news tidbits that were released (either intentionally or unintentionally) by the head of the league, and share their opinions on a few of the questionable questions from the peanut gallery that day. They even... for the first time ever on Sound of Hockey... discuss the topic of a potential team name at length (spoiler: the team will most likely still be called Crapweasels). 

Also in this episode, a review of the new All-Star Game uniforms, a Blue-Jackets-centric version of Buy, Sell, or Hold, Goalie Gear Corner, Bi-Weekly One-Timers, and much more.

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The Kraken are back! They've now played a split-squad pre-season game against the Calgary Flames, which revealed plenty of new information about Seattle's prospects. In this episode, John and Darren break down what they saw from those prospects.

They also welcome two big-time guests in Adam Larsson (31:28- 37:40) and Kailer Yamamoto (37:40-45:52) for brief but very fun interviews.

After the interviews, they shift to segments, which this week include:

• Goalie Gear Corner
• You Don't See That Every Day
• Weekly One-Timers
• Tweets of the Week

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The guys are back in BarrDown Studios for Episode 170 of the Sound Of Hockey Podcast, which brings the shenanigans up a notch! 

The Seattle Kraken are in the midst of an eight-game losing streak, and John, Andy, and Darren are recording fresh off of Thursday's loss to the St. Louis Blues. But despite the miserable spiral of the Kraken, the guys are feeling surprisingly optimistic about the future of the team. So, if you're a Kraken fan needing a lift, this is the podcast for you! 

This episode starts with some Wes McCauley silliness, followed by discussion about Kodak Black taking the hockey world by... storm. It then shifts to the outlook of the Kraken for quite a while, before turning to the hockey world as a whole. 

Plenty of discussion about the Team USA Olympic roster (which includes Matty Beniers), Tuukka Rask returning to the Bruins, and Evander Kane somehow still being pursued. 

Segbits include Goalie Gear Corner, Serious Business, Bad Boys, Weekly One-Timers, and MORE! 

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The boys got the band back together (sort of) by having Chris Peters on for his record fourth SOH Podcast interview. It's another wonky format for this show, as the episode revolves almost entirely around the interview, but there's lots of good stuff from Chris here. 

Peters, the prospect guru for FloHockey.tv, gives his opinions on the Kraken prospect pool and his outlook for guys like Matty Beniers and Shane Wright. He has an interesting take on where he thinks Wright should play this coming season, which you may find controversial. But, he does give good reasoning to support his argument, which should provide good food for thought. 

Sound Of Hockey will be back to its regular format for next week's show, but the guys think you'll really enjoy the interview with their good pal on this one. 

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WE GOT A GM!

…And it’s none other than Ron Francis, AKA Ronnie Franchise, who comes to NHL Seattle with actual GM experience, two Stanley Cups, and a Hall of Fame playing career on his resume. 

In this episode of Sound of Hockey, aside from tons of reactionary discussion from Andy, John, and Darren about the hiring, Francis himself actually makes a brief cameo, as Andy had a few minutes to chat with him one-on-one following his introductory press conference. 

Aside from all the GM talk, of which there is plenty, the guys also discuss an interesting beer league incident that occurred this past week in an effort to determine whether or not Darren was in the wrong. Plus, Darren gives John a big guilt trip, and Andy shares about a major off-season snafu that happened in the AHL. 

Segments this week include Get Off My Lawn, Weekly One-Timers, and Tweets of the Week.

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It’s another monster episode of Sound of Hockey, as Alexandra Mandrycky—NHL Seattle’s Director of Hockey Administration—joins the podcast for a fantastic interview. 

Alex is currently one third of NHL Seattle’s Hockey Operations Department (she was one half at the time of the interview), and after getting her start with War-On-Ice and spending four seasons in the Minnesota Wild Analytics Department, she has now been tasked with building Seattle’s Analytics Department from scratch. Her meteoric rise to working in the NHL is a fascinating story, and one that you won’t want to miss. 

Also in this episode, John, Andy, and Darren discuss what they are watching most intently in NHL Training Camps, which are either under way or just around the corner. They also discuss the latest RFA and free agent signings around the league.

Segments in this episode include a WHL-focused “You Don’t See That Every Day,” a robust mask-focused “Goalie Gear Corner,” and a solid set of Weekly One-Timers.

This is a solid episode, and you will like it. 

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With a couple head coach hirings happening around the NHL this week, the Sound Of Hockey guys are left pondering Seattle's plan for filling that position. This week's episode of the Sound Of Hockey Podcast really digs into that topic, with John giving the hot take that he believes Rod Brind'Amour coming to the Kraken is more likely than people may think.

If you've been on the edge of your seat waiting to find out what happened in John and Darren's beer league championship, you'll get a recap here. You'll also get a fair dose of discussion about the opening games of the Stanley Cup Playoff Semifinal rounds, which are well underway.

Other topics this week include the concerning decline in USA Hockey membership, Owen Power potentially returning to college, and some general Kraken tidbits.

Bits include Sound Of Hockey's Three Stars. Segments include Weekly One-Timers and Tweets of the Week.

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In this episode of the Sound Of Hockey Podcast, we learn about "the stank of the Sabre" and what that means for players and coaches. We also hear from Cale Fleury, who was the youngest player selected in the Seattle Kraken Expansion Draft. Get his side of the story that his brother had told about sending him home in tears at times when they were kids. Plus, hear about his offseason training plans and his expectations for where he slots in with the Kraken. 

Also on this show, plenty of Kraken news, including the hirings of Andrew Allen as goalie coach and Dan Bylsma as an assistant with the AHL Charlotte Checkers. 

Andy gives a WHL Update about Stu Barnes (former Kraken pro scout) becoming the head coach of the Tri-City Americans, the team he also coincidentally co-owns. 

John and Darren give Weekly One-Timers, then the guys wrap up with Tweets of the Week.

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**DISCLAIMER: Sound Of Hockey recorded this episode on the morning of Wednesday, January 6th, before the events that transpired at the United States Capitol. So, the guys don't comment on that, and this is the reason.**

TEAM USA WON THE WORLD JUNIOR CHAMPIONSHIP! 

The guys record this episode fresh off the high of that momentous victory over Canada, and they have plenty of thoughts and analysis to share from Tuesday's incredible gold medal game. 

Aside from the WJC, the NHL is just a week away from getting its protracted season under way, so there's plenty of news to share on that topic as well. Seattle notwithstanding, the Kraken made some big hires this week, which John, Andy, and Darren of course break down on this show. 

Andy gives  a WHL update and an AHL update.

Segments this week include Goalie Gear Corner (covering these pads specifically), a rousing game of Let's Get Quizzical, and of course Weekly One-Timers and Tweets of the Week.

Oh, and Darren tells one of his classic stories. 

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It's a two-for-one special, and that means it's... exactly the same as any other Sound Of Hockey episode. But, you'll get some good chuckles and get brought up to speed on what's been happening with the Seattle Thunderbirds in the Memorial Cup, as well as the Coachella Valley Firebirds in the AHL playoffs. John and Darren also discuss Kraken GM Ron Francis's contract extension.

Once they've finished their local hockey talk, the guys shift to the Stanley Cup Final, for a conversation in which Darren professes his disdain for the Golden Knights.

Next they discuss the magic of Latvia winning the bronze medal in the IIHF World Championships.

Segments include:

• Weekly One-Timers
• Three Stars
• Tweets of the Week

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On this week's Sound of Hockey, Darren is quite frustrated by his experience buying his first car through a car dealership, and he gives his two cents via a show-opening "Get Off My Lawn" segment. 

John, Andy, and Darren also break down a recent NHLtoSeattle.com story about potential goalies that NHL Seattle may select in the 2021 Expansion Draft.

Other segments this week include Weekly One-Timers and Tweets of the Week.

It's a short but sweet episode that's worth a listen.

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On the latest Sound of Hockey, the guys start with a solid breakdown of the Mark Borowiecki "Borocop" incident, in which the Senators' defenseman stopped a robbery from happening during an Ottawa road trip to Vancouver. Lots of chuckles to be had there.

Next, we get a WHL update from Andy about some of the huge trades that happened locally last week, as well as a discussion with John and Darren about training camps opening for the World Junior Championship, starting December 26th. 

Finally, perhaps the biggest Seattle news to date gets announced on this podcast, which is that Seattle Crapweasels shirts are finally available for purchase! Those can be found here. 

Segments this week include Let's Get Quizzical, Weekly One-Timers, and Games on the Radar.

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The Sound Of Hockey Podcast is here for a short but sweet episode this week. 

First, John, Andy, and Darren discuss the latest on the NHL's return to play plan, which is suddenly gaining momentum after appearing to be stalled just last week. 

WHL Correspondent, Andy Eide, then gives a WHL Update on the Portland Winterhawks and that league's plans for this season. While on the topic of Junior Hockey, the guys talk about the challenges that the World Junior Championship is currently facing. 

Segments include a WJC-focused Goalie Gear Corner, a Vegas- and college-hockey focused Weekly One-Timers, and Tweets of the Week.

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The guys get a little bit ranty in Episode 22, in which they discuss a variety of hot-button issues (specifically Pierre McGuire’s cringeworthy introduction of Kendall Coyle Schofield on NBC Sports and a lack of current hockey coverage by mainstream media in the Seattle market). Don't worry, they do manage to keep their pants on, unlike a certain hockey player that wore #22 and a certain cartoon duck. 

John, Andy, and Darren break down some of the latest news from NHL Seattle, with the most noteworthy item being the naming of an AHL affiliate franchise apparently on the near horizon. They also analyze the blockbuster trades that sent Jake Muzzin to the Toronto Maple Leafs and Nick Bjugstad to the Pittsburgh Penguins, and share some of the chatter regarding additional high-profile trade targets at the upcoming deadline. 

Segments in this episode include Get Off My Lawn, Weekly One-Timers, and Games on the Radar. 

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It's been one of those very difficult weeks in the hockey world, after the tragic passing of Johnny and Matthew Gaudreau. The guys start and end the episode by sharing their reactions to that devastating news.

They also share some brief Seattle Kraken news, go Down on the Farm, and dig into the massive Leon Draisaitl contract extension.

After that, they shift to segments, which include Goalie Gear Corner, Weekly One-Timers, and What's Good.

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The guys are recovering from a brutal few days of Kraken hockey, in which they lost three straight to the Ducks and Sharks but then bounced back for an impressive win over the Carolina Hurricanes.

Plenty of Seattle Kraken storylines to discuss this week as well, with Ryker Evans getting hurt, Andre Burakovsky getting scratched, and the lines getting shaken up.

Plus, NHL trades, and segments featuring Weekly One-Timers, You Don't See That Every Day, and What's Good?

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It's been an up-and-down week for the Kraken, but they are still in a good spot for making the Stanley Cup Playoffs. So, on the latest Sound Of Hockey Podcast episode, John and Darren discuss the postseason landscape and where the Kraken might fit into it.

They start the show with a breakdown of the latest Kraken games, then give some updates from around the Western Conference.

Next, they go over to the WHL for some info about the upcoming playoffs, then to the PHF for a recap of their Isobel Cup championship game, and finally to the NCAA for a quick preview of the upcoming Men's Frozen Four.

Once they've gotten through all that stuff, they shift to segments, which this week include:

• Bad Boys
• Weekly One-Timers
• Tweets of the Week
• Three Stars
• Games on the Radar

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On this episode of the Sound Of Hockey Podcasts, one of the hosts isn't feeling too enthusiastic at first, but then he turns that frown upside down when games and hijinks ensue.

The guys try out a new game called "Read Into It?" before heading Down on the Farm and even Way Down on the Farm.

Next they discuss the upcoming Stanley Cup Final and play a rousing game of Kraken-centric Let's Get Quizzical.

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DISCLAIMER: We had some weird crackling in the audio on this one, which we didn't realize while recording. We hope to have that fixed for next week. SORRY!

It's cold in Seattle right now, but the guys at Sound of Hockey have you covered, because they give some of the hottest takes around regarding the early season returns of several teams and players around the NHL. Oh, it gets spicy! 

Also in this episode, John, Andy, and Darren take an in-depth and scientific look at a couple of not-so-scientific fan polls, before jumping into some regular segments.

Segments this week include Goalie Gear Corner, You Don't See That Every Day, Weekly One-Timers, and the triumphant return of "Let's Get Quizzical." 

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The title of this week's episode may spoil this, but... Sound of Hockey welcomes Emily Kaplan to Episode 10! 

John, Andy, and Darren have a great chat with ESPN's National Hockey Reporter and co-host of ESPN On Ice with Wyshynski and Kaplan about her experiences so far in her role.

Plus, plenty of hockey talk with Emily about such topics as the Joel Quenneville firing, Seattle's hockey culture, and which host should be most excited about his team. Emily even helps the guys do this week's Buy, Sell, or Hold.

Aside from the interview, there's lots of Seattle discussion, a breakdown of the Senators talking s*** about their coaches, Weekly One-Timers, Get Off My Lawn, and much more! 

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With the hockey news cycle slowing down a bit, the Sound of Hockey guys are thrilled to welcome Jesse Granger, the Vegas Golden Knights beat writer for The Athletic. They have an awesome chat with Jesse, who gives some insider knowledge on what it's like to go through expansion, what Vegas has become as a hockey town since the VGK's were born, and who are the best personalities to cover on that team. Vegas fan or not, you will DEFINITELY enjoy this interview with Jesse. 

Also in this episode, John, Andy, and Darren break down some of the storylines to watch out for this summer, and plenty more! 

As discussed in this episode, please consider donating to the Pucks for a Cure Hockey Marathon, with all proceeds going to the Fred Hutchinson Cancer Research Center. The donation page can be found here. 

Segments in this episode include Weekly One-Timers, an underwhelming version of Tweets of the Week, an impromptu Goalie Gear Corner. 

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The new era of the Sound Of Hockey Podcast has arrived. Nothing has changed, really, but now the guys are beyond Episode 200 and into a new realm of numbers. On this episode, the guys start (as they typically do) with Kraken news, focused around the Eddie Olczyk announcement, the Firebirds' full Seattle schedule, and the upcoming "SeaHac" conference.

John, Andy, and Darren then have a nice conversation to further break down this article on soundofhockey.com, which considered some possible line combinations the Kraken could deploy this season. 

After Kraken talk, the show shifts to World Juniors, Women's Worlds, and NHL talk, specifically Nazem Kadri landing in Calgary. Then it goes to segments, which features the triumphant return of Goalie Gear Corner, Weekly One-Timers, and Tweets of the Week. 

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We are THRILLED to announce Sound Of Hockey Fest, which will be held Saturday, Sept. 7. Learn all about it on this episode of the Sound Of Hockey Podcast and RSVP for the event here.

Also on this episode, VERY GOOD friend of the pod, Chris Peters returns for a fantastic chat (as always) about Matty Beniers' new contract and the prospects in the Seattle Kraken pipeline.

Outside of the interview, plenty more Matty talk, plus Weekly One-Timers, Goalie Gear Corner, and Tweets of the Week.

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It's a fun new episode of the Sound Of Hockey Podcast, which dives right into a disappointing Seattle Kraken loss to the Winnipeg Jets this past Sunday. John, Andy, and Darren break down that game that ended in frustrating fashion after Carson Soucy took a bad retaliation penalty with 25 seconds left. 

After moaning about that game for a bit, the guys consider what has been happening for the club in overtime, where it has been highly unsuccessful. They also consider Magnus Hellberg returning to the team, Gustav Olofsson swapping in for Cale Fleury, and the first live action of Seattle's Reverse Retro jerseys. 

The rest of the show is segbit heavy.

Segbits include: 

• Get Off My Lawn
• Re: Torts
• Goalie Gear Corner
• Weekly One-Timers
• Tweets of the Week

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The guys cover a LOT in this episode of the Sound Of Hockey Podcast, and in the process, they introduce you to the newest member of the Seattle Kraken, Karson Kuhlman. Kuhlman was claimed off waivers from the Boston Bruins last week, so he talks about the whirlwind it has been to get to Seattle and get acclimated to his new team and city. He also shares some thoughts on playing for the UMD Bulldogs and the Bruins and explains why Darren is wrong about Duck, Duck, Grey Duck. 

Aside from the chat with Karson, the guys also dig into the last three Kraken games since the previous episode, in which Seattle won two out of three against the Sharks, Blues, and Panthers. John, Andy, and Darren are especially amped up about the outcome of the Florida game. They also talk about the Coachella Valley Firebirds jersey and Darren defends Jeremy Lauzon again. 

Before getting to the Kuhlman interview, they dig into the very difficult topic of racism in hockey, hoping that the conversation can fuel even the smallest change in a few folks out there. 

After the Kuhlman interview, the guys move on to their segments, which this week include Goalie Gear Corner, Weekly One-Timers, and Three Stars.

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HUMONGOUS episode of Sound of Hockey this week, as the guys welcome Julie Stewart-Binks, host of the Fubo Sports Network’s “Call it a Night with Julie Stewart-Binks” and “Drinks with Binks.” 

With Julie, the guys discuss her very unique career covering MLB, MLS, and (of course) the NHL, where she spent several seasons reporting on the Ducks and Kings, among others. Also with Julie, lots of chatter about her beloved Maple Leafs and her thoughts on Seattle as a sports market. 

Aside from the very fun interview with Julie, there’s just generally good banter this week, with some Seattle updates, another coach getting fired and quickly replaced, memories from the KHL All-Star Game, and some serious consideration about whether Alex Ovechkin is the best goal scorer of all time. John also forces Darren to talk about the Blackhawks for some reason.

Segments this week include Goalie Gear Corner, Weekly One-Timers, and Games on the Radar. 

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Despite Darren being halfway around the world for this episode, he and John managed to get a new Sound Of Hockey Podcast out for the people.

While the Kraken are out of the playoffs, there's plenty to discuss, with the Seattle Thunderbirds winning the WHL and advancing to the Memorial Cup and the Coachella Valley Firebirds into the AHL Western Conference Finals.

Plus, the guys recap Ron Francis and Dave Hakstol's end-of-season press conference before discussing the NHL Conference Finals.

Eventually the show shifts to segments which this week include:

• Bad Boys
• Weekly One-Timers
• Tweets of the Week
• Three Stars

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It's a PACKED mega episode of the Sound Of Hockey Podcast this week, with Kraken radio play-by-play voice Everett Fitzhugh in studio for the entirety of the episode.

Also featured in this episode is two fantastic interviews with Kraken prospects Shane Wright and Ryan Winterton.

The mood is bad after a terrible week for Seattle, but there's some incredible conversation in this one.

Segments include Weekly One-Timers and Tweets of the Week.

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The NHL trade deadline is fast approaching, and the Seattle Kraken front office will have decisions to make. Will the team win enough in the next two weeks to convince Ron Francis to keep the group together?

In this episode, the guys discuss that, plus the past week of play for the Kraken. Also, some discussion of Darren's University of Washington story on soundofhockey.com and plenty of hijinks.

Segments include Goalie Gear Corner, Weekly One-Timers, and Tweets of the Week.

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WHOA! This is a BIG episode!

Not only is this one of the longest episodes Sound Of Hockey has ever done, it also features one of the biggest-named guests the guys have ever welcomed in ESPN's Linda Cohn. With Linda, the guys discuss everything from her upbringing as a goalie to her favorite TV commercial from the NHL playoffs. Tons of fun to be had in this interview. You will NOT want to miss this one.

Also in this episode, John, Andy, and Darren break down the first two games of the Stanley Cup Final, give a couple of Seattle/Palm Springs updates, and discuss some other random NHL topics like the league's very uncertain plans for the 2020-2021 season.

Segments this week include You Don't See That Every Day, Goalie Gear Corner, Weekly One-Timers, and Tweets of the Week.

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It's been a hard week for Sound Of Hockey. Our good friend, Andy Eide, one third of the Sound Of Hockey Podcast, passed away Friday after suffering a stroke on March 18. In this episode, Darren and John pay tribute to their friend.

Andy would want the show to go on, and he would want the guys to talk about the Kraken and their upcoming playoff run, so that's what happens next.

On this show, SOH also has interviews with Alex Wennberg and Seattle Thunderbirds coach Matt O'Dette.

If you can get through the sad parts at the beginning, it's a pretty great episode.

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Ok, so here's the thing about this latest episode of the Sound Of Hockey Podcast... It was recorded after 10PM on the first day of the first-ever Seattle Kraken training camp. Andy and Darren had been plugging away at content pretty much all day long, so by the time they got to record this show, things were bound to go off the rails. 

And off the rails they went.

The result is multiple moments that should make you audibly giggle, as the guys bring you up to speed on what has been happening at the Kraken Community Iceplex and beyond in the Kraken hockeysphere.

Here are some of the topics covered this week: 

• Yanni Gourde is ahead of schedule for returning to play
• The team is 100% vaccinated
• EBUG tryouts
• Kirill Kaprizov cloak-and-dagger contract signing
• Jack Eichel losing captaincy

Segments this week include Goalie Gear Corner, You Don't See That Every Day, Weekly One-Timers, and Tweets of the Week.

We aren't promising that this will happen every week, but for Slapsh0t11, here are the three tweets referenced: Andy's tweet, John's tweet, Darren's tweet.

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It's a gigantic (and slightly tipsy) episode of Sound of Hockey this week, as the guys ended up recording the bulk of the episode following some post-SeaHAC college sodas... See if you can figure out who had the most! 

Featured on this episode is Alison Lukan, an outstanding writer for TheAthletic who covers the Columbus Blue Jackets with an analytical flair. From Alison, John and Darren learn how she uses that analytical approach to tell her story, while still connecting with a broad hockey audience, and even how she uses her knowledge to connect with John Tortorella. She also gives tons of great Torts anecdotes and gives her opinions on the CBJ trades, so you won't want to miss this interview.

Also in this episode, the guys give a thorough review of the fantastic event that was the Seattle Hockey Analytics Conference and what they took away from that, before eventually diving into such segments as "You Don't See That Every Day," "Weekly One-Timers," and "Games On the Radar." Plus plenty of general NHL talk, as always. 

This is a fun episode filled with chuckles.

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The Seattle Kraken shocked the world in Round 1 of the Stanley Cup Playoffs by knocking off the defending champion Colorado Avalanche in Game 7. Darren was in the building for the game, and John was home having heart palpitations, so both give their thoughts on that thrilling experience.

They then shift their focus to the second round, where the Kraken will take on the Dallas Stars.

Next, the guys go Down on the Farm to chat about Jagger Firkus joining the Coachella Valley Firebirds and to give an update on the Firebirds' playoff run. They also do a quick WHL Update to talk about the Seattle Thunderbirds, then take a trip around the NHL.

Finally, they shift to segments, which include:

• Weekly One-Timers
• Tweets of the Week
• Three Stars

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Seattle Kraken training camp is underway! To celebrate, the Sound Of Hockey welcomes not one, but TWO of Seattle's top prospects for very fun interviews. Check in with Carson Rehkopf and Ty Nelson on this episode.

Also in this episode, the guys give their takeaways from the first few days of camp, plus fill you in on the latest Kraken news.

After the interviews with Rehkopf and Nelson, the guys shift to general NHL news, then segments.

Segments this week include:

• Goalie Gear Corner
• You Don't See That Every Day
• Weekly One-Timers

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Don't look now, but the Seattle Kraken are suddenly cruising, having won four of their last five games, and the Sound Of Hockey Podcast is here to talk about it (because of course it is)! 

This episode starts with Darren needing to get something off his chest, so he dives right into a Get Off My Lawn, while Andy and John desperately try to calm him down. Then they get to their Kraken talk, which is plentiful. 

After beating Washington and Carolina at home, Seattle has been on the road, where it has beaten the Florida Panthers and Buffalo Sabres, but lost to the two-time defending champion Tampa Bay Lightning. There's lots to unpack from these victories, including an injury and an illness, impressive play by Will Borgen, and improved goaltending. 

Once the Kraken talk dies down, the guys tour around the NHL via Serious Business, where they discuss the waiving of Matt Murray and Evander Kane and the firing of Marc Bergevin and... well... pretty much everyone else in Montreal. 

Segments this week include Weekly One-Timers, Goalie Gear Corner, and Three Stars. 

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For an offseason episode during a period of almost zero Seattle Kraken news, this one may go down in the books as one of the all-time greats.

Kraken organist Benny Drawbars joins John, Curtis, and Darren in BarrDown Studios, and he comes well equipped with musical instruments that get put to good use.

The guys also do a little Kraken talk, interview Benny about all things organ playing, and hit segments like Weekly One-Timers, Goalie Gear Corner, and Tweets of the Week.

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Just one week after John Barr failed to show up for the episode named after him, Andy Eide pulls a similar stunt in Episode 220. Thankfully, this show has Darren Brown to hold everything together. Phew! 

It is a fun one, though, as Darren and John get together to discuss all things Kraken, despite both having endured some difficult weather elements in recent days. 

First, the guys break down Seattle's losses to Vancouver and Calgary, then consider how things are looking on the whole for the team, which actually has a pretty bad record now over its last 10 games. 

Next, they go Down on the Farm to discuss the World Junior Championship before shifting to segments, which this week include: 

• Goalie Gear Corner
• Bad Boys
• Weekly One-Timers
• Three Stars

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John and Darren are back in BarrDown Studios for the first show of 2025.

The vibes this week were a bit higher than the Festivus episode a couple weeks ago, after the Kraken finally strung a couple wins together, including the shocking 5-4 overtime comeback win against the Canucks.

After lots of Kraken talk, they move into plenty of World Junior Championship discussion and then shift to segments, which include Down on the Farm, Bad Boys, Weekly One-Timers, and What's Good?

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It's Episode 18, which means we're of legal age to... I guess... like... vote, and stuff. Get excited! 

In the latest edition of Sound of Hockey, the guys give some tough love to their neighbors to the north, but specifically to Canadians that don't listen to the show (Canadians that listen to the show or are considering listening to the show are of course all wonderful, perfect humans). 

To kick off the episode, John has a quick and "riveting" NHL Seattle update. Then Andy rants about Elias Pettersson's latest injury and the play that caused it, before Darren leads a pretty lengthy and poignant discussion on the World Junior Championship, which wrapped up over the weekend with Team USA taking silver. 

Plenty of general NHL talk regarding teams that are streaking right now, plus Weekly One-Timers, Goalie Gear Corner, Get Off My Lawn, and of course, Games On Our Radar.

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On this week's Sound of Hockey, John, Andy, and Darren welcome 14-year NHL veteran and former coach of the Seattle Thunderbirds, Steve Konowalchuk. Steve has some fantastic stories to share, from prank wars to developing elite players, and he manages to battle off wild birds and geckos while recording the interview. This is a fun one that you definitely won't want to miss.

Also on this episode, Darren's brother - a frequent listener of the show - makes a brief surprise cameo to be wished a Happy 40th Birthday, John gives a quick NHL Seattle update, and Andy shares the latest on what the NHL brass is considering for returning to play. 

Segments this week include Let's Get Quizzical, Weekly One-Timers, and Tweets of the Week.

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The guys are fresh off a trip to Vegas, Arizona, and Coachella Valley, and Darren road the Zamboni, so all things considered, they're quite chipper for this episode of the Sound Of Hockey Podcast. Plus, the Kraken finally broke their miserable eight-game losing streak, which brought back some semblance of positivity.

Lots of fun trip recapping and prospect talk on this episode, and segments include:

• Down on the Farm
• Bad Boys
• Weekly One-Timers
• Tweets of the Week

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FINALLY hockey is (sort of) back, and so is the Sound Of Hockey Podcast! The long layoff led the guys to take an unexpected break from recording, but they are happy to be back in your speakers for this new episode. 

On this podcast, the guys talk through the three losses the Seattle Kraken have suffered since the Christmas holiday, as well as the latest injury and COVID news from the team. They also discuss some of the very cool off-ice developments that happened at Climate Pledge Arena during the Kraken game against the Vancouver Canucks. 

Once they've given plenty of attention to the Kraken, John, Andy, and Darren go outside of Seattle to share their thoughts on the cancellations of the IIHF World Junior Championship and the Women's U18 tournament. They also touch on the Winter Classic before moving on to segments.

Segments this week include Bad Boys, Goalie Gear Corner, and Three Stars.

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This episode of the Sound Of Hockey Podcast is a little different than most in terms of its structure.

After some discussion about the disputed report from ESPN about the nature of Dave Hakstol's firing, the guys discuss some general hockey headlines before diving into a Kraken "Post-Mortem."

That makes up the bulk of the episode, with topics ranging from what went wrong to how the team can improve.

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This is a very listener-centric episode of the Sound Of Hockey Podcast, as John, Andy, and Darren spend a significant portion of the show interacting with Mailbag questions and five-star reviews. Hilarity ensues, as does some thoughtful debate. 

Meanwhile, the Seattle Thunderbirds have advanced to the WHL Championship Series, which gets plenty of attention, and the Stanley Cup Playoffs are down to just four teams remaining.

Other topics this week Charlotte being eliminated from the AHL playoffs and John being enthralled by Tempe, AZ City Council meetings. 

Segments this week include Weekly One-Timers, Tweets of the Week, and Three Stars.

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It's been an eventful week for the Seattle Kraken and their fans, as No. 2 overall draft pick Matty Beniers signed his entry-level contract and made his NHL debut against the Calgary Flames. The news generated a ton of buzz around Seattle, and Beniers lived up to the hype in his first official showing. The Kraken have also played four games since the last episode, so John, Andy, and Darren break down those contests before moving to a rare "Mail Bag" segment, which got some great participation from listeners. 

After closing the mail bag, Darren discusses the NCAA Frozen Four, which ended with Denver University as national champion. He also talks about the outcome of the Hobey Baker Award and what is happening with players leaving college to sign in the NHL. 

Eventually, the guys shift to segments, which this week feature Bad Boys, You Don't See That Every Day, Weekly One-Timers, and Tweets of the Week.

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The boys recorded this one on Friday night, which meant cracking open a couple cold ones and chopping it up before Kraken training camp kicks off this week.

Lots of giggles are to be had in this one, as the guys play a challenging game of Let's Get Quizzical and discuss some of the storylines entering camp.

Also on this episode, John, Curtis, and Darren give their takes on the Mike Babcock situation in Columbus (which more recently resulted in him resigning from the team), and they discuss NHL rule changes.

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With the Kraken now officially in the playoffs for the first time, John and Darren got together to record what they thought would be a half episode, but they got carried away and ended up recording a full episode. So, it's kind of a ".5" episode, but there's a lot of content here.

This one starts with plenty of Kraken talk and what the playoff berth means for Seattle. It then goes Down on the Farm, to the WHL, and eventually to Weekly One-Timers.

The guys then spend the remainder of the show answer questions from the Mailbag.

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FULL DISCLOSURE - Sound of Hockey recorded this episode on Monday night, before the extra crazy and scary coronavirus news started hitting about leagues canceling, travel being banned, etc., so please take that into account when listening. That said, this is a good opportunity to mostly escape from the COVID19 talk, though it has to at least be briefly discussed.

On Episode 77, John, Andy, and Darren welcome Mike Snee, Executive Director of College Hockey Inc., to learn about his organization and talk all things college hockey. With Mike, the guys discuss such topics as what College Hockey Inc. does, the feasibility of adding additional Division I NCAA programs, and the famed Minnesota Moose SPAMboni. 

Segments this week include (but are not limited to) Goalie Gear Corner, You Don't See That Every Day, Let's Get Quizzical, and  Weekly One-Timers. 

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There are lots of chuckles to be had on Episode 26 of Sound of Hockey!

This week, Sound of Hockey breaks down a few big stories from around the NHL, including Jarome Iginla’s jersey being retired, which sparks a roaring debate about who will be the first Crapweasel with his number in the rafters. Also discussed is the Senators’ firing of Guy Boucher because… why not?… and also the less-than-triumphant return of John Tavares to Long Island. 

Plus, you will hear John’s breakdown of his fun hockey-centric trip to Boston, Andy’s recap of the latest Seattle-area WHL action, and lots of great segments, including (but not limited to) Goalie Gear Corner, You Don’t See That Every Day, and Weekly One-Timers. 

Oh, and the guys (sort of) introduce a new segment at the top of the show, which you won’t want to miss.

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The vibes around the Seattle Kraken are notably better this week, after they strung a couple wins together to bring down the temperature.

So, plenty of talk on those games, plus some meaty conversation topics like the Kaapo/Beniers/Schwartz line, Joey Daccord carrying the load, and some contract extension discussion.

Segments include Bad Boys, Weekly One-Timers, and What's Good?

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The latest episode of the Sound Of Hockey Podcast starts on a strange note, as Darren pitches his idea of a new dating app to John and Andy. John is immediately sold on the idea, but Andy is skeptical. 

After that, the guys get things on the rails a bit more, and they talk about the latest Kraken games, which featured two nice wins and one dud of a loss. John also goes on a couple tangents about Seattle's recent "Hero of the Deep" honorees, to whom he has personal connections. 

Eventually, the show shifts to general NHL talk, where trade season is in full swing. Ryan O'Reilly was traded to the Maple Leafs, and Tyler Motte was traded to the Rangers, so the guys give their opinions on those deals.

Up next, it's segments, which feature: 

• You Don't See That Every Day
• Weekly One-Timers
• Three Stars
• Tweets of the Week

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What a fun conversation with Steve Mayer, the Chief Content Officer for the National Hockey League. Darren and John sat down with Steve, who oversees all of the league's tentpole events, at T-Mobile Park in advance of the 2024 Discover NHL Winter Classic.

You will enjoy this!

Seattle Kraken training camp is in full swing, and the guys are grinding to bring you top-notch coverage of the team. This week, John, Andy, and Darren spend lots of time talking about the Kraken and what they've seen and heard from the players in the first week of camp and first two preseason games. 

Discussion highlights include Brandon Tanev's return to game action, Shane Wright's debut in Kraken colors, and the curious case of Daniel Sprong, who is competing for a contract. 

John also shares some of his thoughts on the upgraded Kraken TV broadcast, and Andy gives a WHL Update. 

Next, the guys shift into segments, starting with Goalie Gear Corner, then a Kraken-centric Bad Boys, then Weekly One-Timers, and finally Tweets of the Week. 

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Man, the big-time guests just keep on rolling in during this quarantine period. This week, Sound of Hockey welcomes an incredibly well-respected and genuinely kind hockey man in Scott Burnside, National Hockey Writer for The Athletic and co-host of the Two Man Advantage podcast. 

With Burnside, the guys finally stroll into the COVID-related weeds a bit, as they start to consider what hockey could actually look like if it returns this season and beyond. It's a fun and interesting conversation with the former ESPN and Dallas Stars reporter, who gives a very real and well-connected look at how this thing can actually proceed, assuming it's safe to do so.

Also in this episode, John and Darren respond to some listener questions, and Andy gives a WHL Update. 

Segments this week include Goalie Gear Corner, Weekly One-Timers, and TWEETS OF THE WEEK, making its triumphant return to the pod!

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The Kraken have gotten off to a good start in Round 2 against the Dallas Stars, and John and Darren are back for another Sound Of Hockey Podcast, bringing you up to speed on all the details. 

Aside from oodles of Kraken talk, you’ll also get a Coachella Valley Firebirds update and some Thunderbirds talk. Plus, a look around the NHL as a whole, and some discussion on the Blackhawks winning the Draft Lottery.

Segments include:

• Weekly One-Timers
• Tweets of the Week
• Three Stars

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Vibes are good again, folks! The Kraken bounced back from two straight losses with two straight overtime wins, and things are trending back in the right direction for them. The Sound Of Hockey Podcast has a full breakdown of those most recent games, as well as discussion about everything that has been happening with the team behind the scenes. 

Aside from the Kraken rolling, John, Andy, and Darren are still buzzing from Sunday's USA versus Canada Rivalry Series game at Climate Pledge Arena. Hilary Knight played a big role, and Seattle set an attendance record for women's hockey. 

Segments this week include: 

• Goalie Gear Corner
• You Don't See That Every Day
• Weekly One-Timers
• Sound Of Hockey's Tweet or Star

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The Kraken lost this week in Game 7 of Round 2 against the Dallas Stars, ending their season. But what a magical run it was, as the team went way beyond what anyone expected, bringing in countless new hockey fans in the process.

John, Darren, and (this week) Curtis break down what they saw from the fanbase and how sentiment seemed to be positive, despite the loss. They also dig deep into Games 6 and 7 and consider some roundtable questions that address the future of the team.

Next, they go Down on the Farm, where the Coachella Valley Firebirds are in a great spot in their Calder Cup Playoff series, and check in on the Seattle Thunderbirds, who are in the WHL Championship Series.

After lots of Kraken talk, they shift to segments, which include:

• Bad Boys
• Weekly One-Timers
• Three Stars
• Tweets of the Week

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On the latest Sound of Hockey episode, John goes back to the "quiz show" well and challenges Andy and Darren with a much harder quiz than last time. Fortunately Darren is ready with the perfect name for this apparent new segment. 

And since they're already in the mood for new segments, the guys decide to unveil yet another new addition to the show with "Bad Boys."

Also in this episode, some classic segments (it's a segment-heavy episode) like Goalie Gear Corner, Weekly One-Timers, and You Don't See That Every Day. 

And don't worry, there's also Seattle updates and a fair dose of #Minnutiae. 

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On the latest episode of the Sound Of Hockey Podcast, the guys consider an important rhetorical question, wondering which of the three hosts--John, Andy, or Darren--you, the listener dislikes. Once they're done waxing poetic, they jump into Kraken talk, recapping Seattle's last three games and discussing this current five-game win streak. 

That talk leads to an interesting Hype-o-thetical about the Trade Deadline and how the Kraken might approach that. 

Once they're done with Kraken talk, the guys to a WHL Update, then dive into segments. 

Segments this week feature Goalie Gear Corner, Bad Boys, Weekly One-Timers, and Tweets of the Week.

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In Episode 6, John is back from New York - where he watched his Sharks get smoked by the Islanders with 8,000 of his closest friends - so he once again joins Andy and Darren in BarrDown Studios.

Together, the guys revisit Seattle's practice facility now that the news is official, and give a riveting update on the construction of KeyArena.

Also in Seattle hockey news, they analyze the "heated" exchange between the Governor of Washington and the Premier of BC, and Andy gives an update on the WHL.

Next, the guys examine the increased scoring in the NHL and what may be contributing to the higher numbers, before they get downright buried in Weekly One-Timers. One-Timer topics include:

-Auston Matthews/Patrick Kane celebration trolling

-Hurricanes' new stick salute

-Rick Nash retiring, but also totally not retiring

-Nashville's excessive banners

-Red Wings changing the color of their seats to hide the emptiness

They wrap the show up with a GREAT "Get Off My Lawn" rant from John (about basketball). 

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A LOT has happened in the hockey world since the last Sound Of Hockey Podcast episode, and the guys are back to bring you up to speed. Specifically, the Seattle Kraken have played five road games since the last show, so there’s a ton to discuss from those games. John and Darren also share their experiences from the game in Vegas and John discusses his experience from Nashville.

The segbits get a little out of control this week.

• Pacific Pulse (new segbit)
• Serious Business
• Bad Boys
• You Don’t See That Every Day
• Weekly One-Timers
• Tweets of the Week

And don’t worry, the guys work in some discussion on the Evander Kane fake vax card.

It’s a lively and fun episode this week.

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BIG-TIME GUEST ALERT! 

On the latest Sound Of Hockey Podcast, the guys welcome Seattle Kraken leading scorer, Jared McCann. John and Darren have a fantastic conversation with Jared about his journey to the Kraken, his experiences with the team in its inaugural season, the Trade Deadline, and so much more. Whether you're a Kraken fan or just a hockey fan in general, you won't want to miss this one. 

Also on this episode, the guys break down the two most recent Kraken games, and Andy shares his thoughts on the Battle of the Sound game between the Thunderbirds and the Silvertips. 

Before they get to the interview with McCann, the guys shift gears and discuss how the hockey world is responding to the crisis in Ukraine. 

After the interview, the show transitions into its segments, which this week feature Goalie Gear Corner, Weekly One-Timers, and Three Stars.

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Seattle Kraken training camp is here, so the timing is right for a SUPER-SIZED episode of the Sound Of Hockey Podcast, featuring two outstanding guests. This week, the guys talk to father/son dynamic duo Eddie and Nick Olczyk simultaneously, live and in person from Kraken Community Iceplex. During the very unique interview, the guys get the lowdown on how Eddie landed with the Kraken, Nick's memories from his jump to broadcasting for the Blackhawks, and some very fun stories along the way. You will LOVE this interview. 

The show doesn't stop with the interview, though, as this is a great episode from top to bottom. Get a report from Kraken rookie camp, a recap of a fun on-ice media hockey clinic, and an update on the latest Kraken news. John, Andy, and Darren also discuss this recent training camp preview from soundofhockey.com and predict how the roster might shake out. 

After the interview with Eddie and Nick, the episode shifts to Goalie Gear Corner, Weekly One-Timers, and Tweets of the Week. 

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On the latest Sound of Hockey, the guys have opted to simply keep the ECHL's Kelly Cup... Oh, wait, that's the Colorado Eagles, who have actually made the calculated decision to not return the championship trophy. 

Lots of Seattle talk in this episode as well, as John breaks down Tod Leiweke's recent AMA session, and gives a review of a packed NHLtoSeattle watch party and a reaction to Dave Tippett's official hiring as head coach of the Edmonton Oilers.

In this episode, you'll also get a nice dose of #Cupdates, from AHL to NHL, multiple "Get Off My Lawns," and a solid Goalie Gear Corner.

Plus, the regular segments like Weekly One-Timers and Tweets of the Week.

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It's a long episode, but a fantastic one. This week, the Sound Of Hockey welcomes the coaches of both local WHL teams, as those teams prepare to play one another in the Battle of the Sound at Climate Pledge Arena on Saturday. With Dennis Williams of the Everett Silvertips, the guys discuss the continued success of that organization, the high-end prospects that have played for them, and the many hats that Williams wears as both the GM and head coach. Then O'Dette expresses his excitement to finally be a friend of the pod and shares the differences between coaching in the ECHL versus the WHL. He also talks about the skill on his current team and the impact that some new additions have made this season. 

Both interviews are great. 

Aside from those interviews, you'll also hear some Kraken talk, as John, Andy, and Darren discuss Seattle's recent fruitless Canadian road trip and a strange home game against the New York Islanders. John also shares some tidbits from a recent presentation made by Tod and Tim Leiweke about the state of the franchise. 

After the interviews, the guys shift to segments, which feature You Don't See That Every Day, Weekly One-Timers, and Three Stars. 

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Sound of Hockey gets back to its roots this week, with a more straight-forward episode to appease the die-hard SOH listeners. Lots of banter about the NHL's return to play plans, which gets the idea mill churning a bit for John, Andy, and Darren.

The guys also do a fun exercise in this episode of determining which NHL teams have the most nonsensical names. 

Segments this week include Goalie Gear Corner, Weekly One-Timers, and Tweets of the Week.

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With the Seattle Kraken season coming to a close, the guys decided to answer YOUR questions for this latest episode of the Sound Of Hockey Podcast.

Aside from the Mailbag portion of the show, which is the bulk of the episode, the guys also go Down on the Farm and discuss Alex Ovechkin's incredible milestone.

Finally, Weekly One-Timers.

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The Seattle Kraken relieved the only head coach in franchise history, Dave Hakstol, of his duties on Monday. John, Curtis, and Darren decided to get together to give their quick takes and try to figure out where general manager Ron Francis will look next.

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The legend herself, Linda Cohn, returns for her second appearance on Sound Of Hockey, and she gives the guys a hard time for taking so long to invite her back.

Cohn, recently hired as a host for the Seattle Kraken broadcast, gives the background for how she ended up with the organization and why she's so excited about it. It's unsurprisingly a fantastic conversation.

Aside from the interview, there's a ton of Kraken talk in this episode, as Seattle whittles its roster down to (almost) regular-season ready.

Segments include Weekly One-Timers, Goalie Gear Corner, and What's Good?

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Sound of Hockey can now legally drink in Canada, because it’s Episode 19! 

This week, John, Andy, and Darren analyze the analysis given by Snoop Dogg on the Kings broadcast, where he recently filled in as a play-by-play announcer for LA’s game against the Pittsburgh Penguins (and it was awesome). 

In Seattle hockey news, John discusses an exciting opportunity for female hockey fans in the Puget Sound area, Andy gives a brief WHL update, and Darren shares his revelation for the perfect goal song for the new team… which quickly gets vetoed by John. 

Also in this episode, plenty of trade talk focusing on the Ducks, Stars, and Wild, a look at why there have been so many hat tricks, and a riveting labor negotiation update. 

Segments include You Don’t See That Every Day, Weekly One-Timers, and Games On The Radar.

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It's been a tough season for the Seattle Kraken, who seem to be closing it out with a whimper. One this episode of the Sound Of Hockey Podcast, John, Curtis, and Darren are trying to find reasons to be positive, even as this team has gotten them down.

Lots more prospect talk on this one and consideration of what we can look forward to for next season.

Segments include:

• Down on the Farm
• Weekly One-Timers
• Tweets of the Week

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Episode 209.5 is a fun one. Darren opens the show from LAX Airport after a successful two-game Kraken road trip. He quickly runs through Seattle’s two games against Anaheim and Los Angeles, then gets to a short interview with Kraken radio play-by-play man, Everett Fitzhugh.

Darren and Everett had a fun chat waiting for Kraken morning skate to begin at the Honda Center. Together, they make some bold predictions for the season and set expectations for Shane Wright and Matty Beniers. Along the way, Darren and Everett have a lot of good laughs.

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The vibes have been a bit tough lately for the Seattle Kraken, but that doesn't stop the Best Friend of the Pod from bringing some great perspective on the state of the team.

Sound Of Hockey is excited to welcome back Alison Lukan for another fantastic conversation.

Lots of discussion on goalie interference and what has been going on with the Kraken in general.

Segments this week include Bad Boys, Weekly One-Timers, and What's Good?

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If you were looking for a smoothly flowing episode of Sound of Hockey, you've come to the wrong place with this one. But, if you're looking for a super fun listen where the guys jump from topic to topic and make each other giggle throughout, then this is the episode for you! 

On the latest installment, John, Andy, and Darren talk about a wide variety of hockey-related topics, from a certain famed NHL coach being on the hot seat to a college player eating too many chicken wings. En route to those discussions, Andy and Darren make up some new segment names on the fly, which irks John.

Segments this week include You Don't See That Every Day, Bad Boys, and Weekly One-Timers.

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