Dropping the Gloves

I'm John Scott, a retired NHL enforcer. Follow Dropping the Gloves for insights on the latest news around the league, interviews with NHL players, and a few jokes along the way.

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NHL Heavy Weight Champ Steve MacIntyre Interview 08/14/2026

NHL Heavy Weight Champ Steve MacIntyre Interview I had a great talk with Steve about his fights, his career and everything in between. Enjoy. /episode/index/show/85322ba9-3f7e-41fb-b2c4-2e6f1e25162c/id/42429210

The Curse of the Dallas Stars 08/12/2026

The Curse of the Dallas Stars I dig into the Dallas Stars roster and why they have a self induced nightmare scenario where there is no good way out. Enjoy! /episode/index/show/85322ba9-3f7e-41fb-b2c4-2e6f1e25162c/id/42399930

The Best Team Money Can Buy, showing GM's how to build a team! 08/06/2026

The Best Team Money Can Buy, showing GM's how to build a team! I played GM for a day and built the best team possible for the upcoming season. Try and find a weakness. Enjoy. /episode/index/show/85322ba9-3f7e-41fb-b2c4-2e6f1e25162c/id/42333120

Stanley Cup/Heavyweight Champ Nicolas Deslauriers Interview! 07/31/2026

Stanley Cup/Heavyweight Champ Nicolas Deslauriers Interview! Stanley Cup champ Nic Deslauriers joins me in the episode, we talk the amazing culture in Carolina, winning the cup, playing for torts, fighting all the heavy weights and more. Enjoy. /episode/index/show/85322ba9-3f7e-41fb-b2c4-2e6f1e25162c/id/42269210

The NCAA evolution, why the future of the NHL isn't the CHL anymore. 07/28/2026

The NCAA evolution, why the future of the NHL isn't the CHL anymore. I got the pleasure of talking to assistant coach of the MTU Huskies Benton Maass as well as Left Winger Teydon Trembecky. We dig into the lifting of the CHL ban and how players and programs are adapting. Enjoy. /episode/index/show/85322ba9-3f7e-41fb-b2c4-2e6f1e25162c/id/42235065

The Prodigal Son Returns, Kaner is Back!! 07/23/2026

The Prodigal Son Returns, Kaner is Back!! Big news, Patrick Kane is coming home, I dig into the news of Kaner coming back to Chicago. Also Jason Robertson signing and the Flyers locking up some core pieces. Enjoy. /episode/index/show/85322ba9-3f7e-41fb-b2c4-2e6f1e25162c/id/42197315

Yzerman cowardly steps down and Detroit rejoices!! 07/21/2026

Yzerman cowardly steps down and Detroit rejoices!! I dig into the much anticipated failing of the Yzerplan, why it didn't work and how disappointing the ending was. Enjoy. Sign up to become a Friend of the Show to access a Slack community, behind the scenes content, discounts on merch, and more: Follow the Show: /episode/index/show/85322ba9-3f7e-41fb-b2c4-2e6f1e25162c/id/42158485

Why the Leafs or Capitals will win the cup this season! 07/14/2026

Why the Leafs or Capitals will win the cup this season! I dig into the huge additions to some cup contenders in the Eastern Conference and talk about why the Capitals and Leafs are poised for a huge bounce back season.

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The NHL will never be the same again 07/10/2026

The NHL will never be the same again

I discuss the offer sheet and how this specific incident has changed how GM's and players do business and will forever altar the player movement landscape. Enjoy.

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Davidson ruined the Blackhawks and needs to go! 07/07/2026

Davidson ruined the Blackhawks and needs to go! We are back from vacation and wow a lot has happened, I dig into the Hawks, Ducks and Sharks. Enjoy.

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Chayka and the Leafs are cooking!!! 06/20/2026

Chayka and the Leafs are cooking!!! It's all Toronto in this one, I dig into the moves so far with the Toronto Maple Leafs and why Chayka is killing it so far.

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Canes are champs !?!? Leafs next w/ Hiller? 06/18/2026

Canes are champs !?!? Leafs next w/ Hiller?

I eat crow and talk how the Hurricanes won the cup and if they will repeat. Leafs/Knights new coaches and some trades happened. Enjoy

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Detroit is burning and I love it + greatest series ever? 06/09/2026

Detroit is burning and I love it + greatest series ever? I am loving the drama in Detroit, I talk about the mess and why Larkin might be valuing his talents a little more then he should, I also talk Stanley Cup and Mike Babcock.

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Canes survive, did Torts blow it?!? 06/05/2026

Canes survive, did Torts blow it?!? What a series, I discuss the first two games and the adjustments both teams should make for game 3. Enjoy

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Knights vs Canes for Lord Stanley 06/02/2026

Knights vs Canes for Lord Stanley

It's time, I talk all things Stanley Cup finals, which team has the edge and why they will win the Cup!

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Colorado's fatal flaw, Marner and the Knights Dominate 05/27/2026

Colorado's fatal flaw, Marner and the Knights Dominate I dig into the domination of the Vegas Golden Knights and why the Avalanche lost this series so badly. Enjoy.

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How each team can make the Cup! 05/20/2026

How each team can make the Cup! I discuss the conference finals and how each team can win the series.

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A series for the ages, MTL v BUF breakdown. 05/19/2026

A series for the ages, MTL v BUF breakdown. I talk about the masterpiece that was the Sabres v Canadiens, after a lack luster second round this series lived up to the hype and Game 7 was the cherry on top. I dig into why the Sabres lost and what they need to do moving forward, and why the Canadiens will continue to roll this postseason. Enjoy

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Interview w/ Guy Carbonneau 05/13/2026

Interview w/ Guy Carbonneau

I interview Hall of Famer, 3 time Stanley Cup Champ and Montreal Canadien legend Guy Carbonneau! We talked Cole Caufield and his struggles, how the Canadiens stay focused and a lot more. Enjoy.

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Oui Oui Oui Montreal, time to panic Sabres? 05/11/2026

Oui Oui Oui Montreal, time to panic Sabres? Round two action, we talk sabres/canadiens and ducks/knights. Enjoy

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Leafs still suck, who is legit Avs or Canes? 05/09/2026

Leafs still suck, who is legit Avs or Canes?

I talk draft lottery, playoffs, and why Carolina is a fraud and Colorado is a beast. Enjoy

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Toronto's new GM(haha), NHL Goalies & Round 2! 05/05/2026

Toronto's new GM(haha), NHL Goalies & Round 2!

Great episode talking about the goalies remaining in the playoffs and what they have in common, toronto's terrible gm pick and much more, Enjoy!

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Edmonton's window is closed & Tampa is back 04/27/2026

Edmonton's window is closed & Tampa is back

I had a good time talking about how the Oilers are a trainwreck, I also dug into the Lightning clawing their way back and touch on the other series.

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Edmonton still sucks, poor crosby and more 04/23/2026

Edmonton still sucks, poor crosby and more I dig into the first round match ups, talk about the importance of having a trustworthy line, how edmonton is back to their old tricks and sticking a fork in the penguins. enjoy

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NHL Playoff Preview w/ Milan Lucic 04/18/2026

NHL Playoff Preview w/ Milan Lucic

Milan stopped by to talk 2026 NHL Playoff Hockey, we dig into the Eastern Conference and give our predictions as well as keys for each series. Enjoy.

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Interview w/ Bill Ranford 04/17/2026

Interview w/ Bill Ranford

I had a great talk with Bill about his time with the Oilers, winning two cups, and a conn smythe. What happened with Stuart Skinner, playing with all time greats and alot more. Enjoy.

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The Yzerplan is dead right?? 04/14/2026

The Yzerplan is dead right??

I had some fun talking about the demise of the Red Wings, where it went wrong and if there is any hope for the Red Wing faithful. I also dug into the Central Division and the work the GM's put in to build those rosters.

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Wild Card Drama, who gets in? 04/07/2026

Wild Card Drama, who gets in?

I get into the wild card mess, why no one wants to win in the east and the mad dash in the west. I also talk yzerman miscues and getting scammed. Enjoy!

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Interview w/ Ryan VandenBussche 04/02/2026

Interview w/ Ryan VandenBussche

Ryan and I had a great time talking about his playing days. Playing with some all time greats in Gretzky/Crosby. Rooming with Probert on the road and life as a tough guy in the minors and a lot more. Enjoy.

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Fight Night ?!? and Deperate Knights 03/30/2026

Fight Night ?!? and Deperate Knights I dig into tonight's game between the Leafs and Ducks and talk about possible outcomes for the hit on Matthews a few weeks back. I also touch on the firing of Bruce Cassidy and how it i could be a huge mistake for them. Enjoy!

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