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Do Not Draft List 06/19/2025

Do Not Draft List As if we needed more proof that the BLPA community really is the 🐐...you guys SHOWED OUT this week. We wanted to see some pictures of your favorite beer league drip (on or off ice) and boy were we not disappointed. Above and beyond in ways only a lime green Borat-style thong can demonstrate. And it did. If you were hoping for a burly man on a treadmill in said thong...your wish is granted. We showed pics of some of our faves, got video explanations from the wearers themselves, and cracked up multiple times. We even had guest host Sue the goalie join for some things that would put you on the DND (do not draft) list. Finally an episode you don't wanna miss ;) Come skate with us: https://blpa.com/ Merch: https://beerleagueplayers.com/ Send us your beer league drama: [email protected] or [email protected] /episode/index/show/beerleagueco/id/37065715

Death, Drama & Drafts: How Nick Escaped an Icelandic Hospital 06/12/2025

Death, Drama & Drafts: How Nick Escaped an Icelandic Hospital NICK. IS. ALIVE!!! We hear the harrowing tale of his nearish-death experience in Iceland. Was it a mirage or were there really attractive Icelandic nurses pumping his IVs and leaving him in the hallway for hours on end? Was it a hallucination or did he in fact rip out his own tubes and walk out of the hospital unsupervised? Plus, a new take on whether ring/cup culture is ruinning how we talk about athletes, testing Nick's hockey vocab knowledge, and why you need to show up to a tournament (becuase it's not every day that Nick gets a second chance at life) Come skate with us: Merch: Send us your beer league drama: or /episode/index/show/beerleagueco/id/36978690

Bangers, Blunders, and the Dumbest Beer League Moments Ever 06/04/2025

Bangers, Blunders, and the Dumbest Beer League Moments Ever Holy hot hits...Mike is back with another absolute banger and it almost brought a tear to our eye. In other hot hits, we answered some hard-hitting questions including the dumbest thing to happen on ice, worst parts about the BLPA, and building our dream team. We talk all things Salt Lake, upcoming France & Italy DEX, and watched a video of a squirrel falling onto the ice during a game (it's ok!). Thanks for being here!!! Especially you, Mike! Come skate with us: https://blpa.com/ Merch: https://beerleagueplayers.com/ Send us your beer league drama: [email protected] or [email protected] /episode/index/show/beerleagueco/id/36853135

Is the Mommy Milker Church Real? 06/04/2025

Is the Mommy Milker Church Real? HR shows up again...and it has to do with something a fan sent in about a suspiscious church in Minnesota. We may have been slightly off our rockers today, but that just means we got weird with would you rather, discussed a hot take, and vibed out on a fellow beer leaguer's absolute banger of a country song. Thanks for being live! Send Tony the HR guy a cannoli. Come skate with us: https://blpa.com/ Merch: https://beerleagueplayers.com/ Send us your beer league drama: [email protected] or [email protected] /episode/index/show/beerleagueco/id/36853100

HR IS THE WORST 05/13/2025

HR IS THE WORST It's about time we got an HR department...and we had to make a few calls during the show. We also tested our police sketch artist skills again. It went. Plus a massive beer league hockey brawl that started with one guy drinking another guy's water bottle 😬 we talked hot takes that included being able to cut players from your team for any reason with no reprecussions. Valid or nahhh?? Annyyyyyway! Thanks for being here. /episode/index/show/beerleagueco/id/36544430

BEER COOLER CAM 05/08/2025

BEER COOLER CAM Columbus was legendary. The beers were flowin, the food was...foodin. Nick followed through on his beer cooler live stream and is hungry for 8 more camera angles. This week, we had an ~actual~ hot take that was polarizing, we unearthed some beer league memes Nick made years ago, and tried our hand at being a police sketch artist. And a 💩 situation in the rink... Come skate with us: https://blpa.com/ Merch: https://beerleagueplayers.com/ Send us your beer league drama: [email protected] or [email protected] /episode/index/show/beerleagueco/id/36487115

Lets Have a Quickie 05/08/2025

Lets Have a Quickie Everybody loves a quickie! Can you believe we didn't get distracted and talk about Nick trying out to become the Pope or something? Oh... BUT! We also had a new hot take (confirmed by a goalie), heard about Nicke's run in with the police in Columbus, and discussed every NHL mascot ranked by how likely they'd be to win a bar fight (very controversial, possible rage bait). Thanks for being live with us we live for it (isn't english a weird language?) Come skate with us: https://blpa.com/ Merch: https://beerleagueplayers.com/ Send us your beer league drama: [email protected] or [email protected] /episode/index/show/beerleagueco/id/36487065

Locker Room Boobies 04/21/2025

Locker Room Boobies Inquiring minds want to know...why did these things come up? Balls out for Mickey. The potential salary of a happy ending masseuse. Swedish candy mukbang. Who knows... but we were LIIIIIVE baby. And that's the biz. We also chatted females in the lockerroom at tournaments (and avoiding the "Captain Morgan" of the crew if ya know what we mean), a live feed of the beer cooler at the biggest DEX of the year, and a potential hot take about goalies. Thanks for being here! xoxoxoxoxoxo Come skate with us: Merch: Send us your beer league drama: [email protected] or [email protected] /episode/index/show/beerleagueco/id/36239550

This Is Not Investment Advice 04/03/2025

This Is Not Investment Advice /episode/index/show/beerleagueco/id/35993735

Polar Plunging w/ Norway Nick 04/02/2025

Polar Plunging w/ Norway Nick /episode/index/show/beerleagueco/id/35980640

Jet Lagged in Norway 03/31/2025

Jet Lagged in Norway Here is it - Boston Recap Lets Talk about Norway and Nick's Twin Bed. BLPA.com /episode/index/show/beerleagueco/id/35935285

OMOTENASHI - おもてなし 03/12/2025

OMOTENASHI - おもてなし Listen. Things don't always go as planned and this week's episode is one of those things. But that's why you're here right?! Cause ya never know what ya gonna get. Like in a BLPA VIP box, the best part is the mystery. We digress...we got into some BLPA after dark content that got a lil raunchy and overused the word "panties", Jillian brought 2 more NHL logos/mascots that should be renamed (with pictures), and Nick chatted with Chris Ludgate, who's currently playing hockey in Japan. Hear why Japan is living in the year 3000, his biggest "don't do this" advice to North American beer leaguers playing in Japan, and the best/worst parts about playing hockey there. If you're here, we love you. Come skate with us: Merch: Send us your beer league drama: or /episode/index/show/beerleagueco/id/35661080

JILLYYYYYYYYY-FIED 03/07/2025

JILLYYYYYYYYY-FIED We kinda popped off this epiosode...talk about production value. We had some Jilly-fied NHL teams aka Jillian's opinions on 3 teams' logos and what they SHOULD be instead (with pictures!), a preview of the ultimate curated-by-BLPAers pregame hype music playlist, some C-level beer league drama video (who do you think is at fault??), and another one of Jillian's tepid takes which are essentially just sentences at this point apparently. Nick sent out the hot hot poll of the week: what everyone is wearing for face protection these days on the ice (reflective visor wasn't an option) Thanks for listening liiiiiive! We (mostly) love your commentary ;) Here are the links you seek: Come skate with us: https://blpa.com/ Merch: https://beerleagueplayers.com/ Moolah: https://www.patreon.com/theblpa Send us your beer league drama: [email protected] or [email protected] /episode/index/show/beerleagueco/id/35576520

65 year old Instagram Lurker 02/28/2025

65 year old Instagram Lurker We give our sports analysis on what the frigggg happened with the 4 Nations game, discuss beer leaguers and their tendency to over protect the goalie, and debate if guys jump to the defense of girl players too often. Plus a few lukewarm takes about babies in first class, guys who "are happily married for 36 years and love their 3 grandchildren" commenting weird things on girls' instagrams, and when (if ever) it's time to hang up your hockey skates. Skinnamarinkie dinkie link: https://beerleagueplayers.com/ https://www.patreon.com/theblpa Send us your beer league drama: [email protected] or [email protected] /episode/index/show/beerleagueco/id/35488085

BOOOOOOOOOOOOOO 02/21/2025

BOOOOOOOOOOOOOO Not to get political but...how bout that USA vs Canada game?! Booing the anthem is one thing but we also dive into fighting in sports, yah or nah? We also had double the beer league drama this week, with a question about dating someone on your team and a face-to-face run-in with a Karen at a tournament. And Nick has updates about Beer League Worldwiiiiiide! Guess where we're going? You should come! Thank you to our sponsor, Tucker Hockey! Linker dinks: https://beerleagueplayers.com/ https://www.patreon.com/theblpa Send us your beer league drama: [email protected] or [email protected] /episode/index/show/beerleagueco/id/35374795

What a Crappy Episode 02/12/2025

What a Crappy Episode Where complaining about the halftime show, streaking, and 💩 stories come together...AND it was all live! We love talking with you guys while recording. Speking of love, we talk about Valentine's day plans (which happen to include a gently used erotic massage book), and why you should gift your lover a DEX. Our beer league drama story took a crappy turn and we ended up learning too much about a story involving Nick, the blame he threw on his wife, and hotel sheets in a garbage bag. We also asked you guys for some of the best/worst chirps you've said or received and you didn't disappoint. And we're still waiting for Pit Viper to respond back to our NSFW dm. Thank you to our sponsor, Tucker Hockey! Linkities: https://beerleagueplayers.com/ https://www.patreon.com/theblpa Send us your beer league drama: [email protected] or [email protected] Brought to you by BLPA.com /episode/index/show/beerleagueco/id/35261065

Hay Soakers - You Missed! 02/07/2025

Hay Soakers - You Missed! The only podcast where beer league hockey, bad driving, and financial scandals collide in the most entertaining way possible. Buckle up—especially if you’re Nick in a Tim Hortons parking lot.  We kick things off with the latest on upcoming DEX / BLPA Bash Tournaments, including how many spots are left, new announcements, and whether Jason has found a new way to profit off the chaos. Because he’s also out here stacking BLPA coins like a beer league version of Scrooge McDuck. Will someone finally put a stop to his virtual empire, or will he continue his reign of financial terror? Nick vs. a Canadian driver—a battle for the ages. Nick was minding his business, soaking in the post-Tim Hortons bliss, when BAM! A driver absolutely smoked him head-on. Was it an accident? A hit job? A rival beer league commissioner making power moves?  Will Utah’s new team name be legendary or a crime against graphic design? We give our incredibly valuable opinions. We’re also diving into the hottest, coldest, and just plain weirdest takes from the beer league world and giving you alllll the beer league drama. And we gotta know, do $300 NHL tickets mean an automatic “de-briefing”? Thank you to our sponsor, Tucker Hockey. Linkities: https://beerleagueplayers.com/ https://www.patreon.com/theblpa Send us your beer league drama: [email protected] or [email protected] Brought to you by BLPA.com /episode/index/show/beerleagueco/id/35186930

Pucks & Privates 01/31/2025

Pucks & Privates From Disney-obsessed to Beer League confessions - this episode is WILD. 🎢 Brought to you by - Our proudly Disney-loving host Nick (fight him on this after you've tried the churros) takes us through an absolutely chaotic beer league tale featuring an, um, 'casual' shower room encounter. Join Nick and Jillian as they uncover the naked truth of beer league hockey Breaking News: Utah's NHL dreams are crushed - no Yeti, and definitely no 'cooler' for a rink name. Sorry not sorry! ❄️ Plus, we're serving up the juiciest beer league cut stories that'll make you cringe and laugh. 🏒 MAJOR HOMEWORK ALERT: Nick's got a spicy challenge - sliding into 10 random company DMs with BLPA cue cards. Next week's episode is gonna be 🔥 P.S. Hey ticket winner, claim your prize already! We're dying over here! ttyoti (because 'talk to you on the ice' is too mainstream) 🎯" Sponsors - Tucker Hockey BardownSports Co Links para ti: Send us your beer league drama: [email protected] or [email protected] Brought to you by BLPA.com /episode/index/show/beerleagueco/id/35091960

My Eyes Are Up Here 01/23/2025

My Eyes Are Up Here What's in and out for 2025? And what does that have to do with you coming to a DEX? Hint: do it scared! This week, we also debated the Connor McDavid hit and suspension and an AITA story about putting too-big-for-their-britches teens in their place on the ice. Last week's random draw number didn't come forward so it's double babyyyyyy—is it you this week? Plus all the upcoming tournaments and why you should be there—even if you're nowhere close to good. Thank you to our sponsors and . Linkity links: Send us your beer league drama: [email protected] or [email protected] Brought to you by /episode/index/show/beerleagueco/id/34965025

FREEHAND BUSH 01/15/2025

FREEHAND BUSH We're back and we're...not live. And this episode you'll see why 🥲 we hit up one of our past beer leaguer drama guys for a little update and heard a new story that involved pee-filled jeans in a beer cooler. We also looked back on the results of our BLPA Fantasy Football results to share what the ultimate loser has to do...and it's not spend 24 hours in a Wafflehouse, because Nick is totally into that. Which, by the way, we might have to coordinate a trip to do. Wait and see how we might make it happen... We also give details on a couple upcoming tournaments and the ONE spot left for Japan (and how you can get the deposit for freeeeeee). And bush stencils came up. No more info needed on that. Thank you to our sponsors: Annnnd some links you need: Send us your beer league drama: [email protected] or [email protected] Brought to you by BLPA.com /episode/index/show/beerleagueco/id/34861670

New Year - Same Ol' Sh*t From Us 01/08/2025

New Year - Same Ol' Sh*t From Us - New Year - Same Ol' Sh*t From Us Brought to you by 🎙️ Welcome to the first episode of the new year! We're back with the same chaotic energy and wild banter you've come to expect. In this episode, we dive into: 🛷 Holiday Recap Who’s still recovering from holiday hangovers? The best (and worst) gifts from our festive season. 🎂 Nick's New Birthday Idea A quick tease of Nick’s latest quirky birthday brainstorm. 🎯 Personal New Year Resolutions We share our 2025 goals—on and off the ice. Listener resolutions make their debut—thanks for sending them in! What’s in store for the podcast and the beer league scene this year? 🏒 Beer League Drama This week’s juiciest hockey drama: The saga of Billy Funday continues. Hilarious fights, absurd controversies, and the kind of nonsense that makes beer league hockey legendary. 🌍 Upcoming BLPA Events Iceland Draft Experience (May 30 - June 1): Registration is live! Use code ishokki for $100 off. BLPA Worldwide Tours: Tokyo/Osaka in October, Munich/Salzburg in December. Regional Bash Tournaments coming to Jacksonville, Vermont, Philly, Columbus, and more! 📰 Hockey NEWS Headlines From the beer league trenches to the tipping dealers, we’re covering the latest buzz and community updates. 🎉 Wrap-Up Thanks for sticking with us into 2025! Shoutouts to beer leaguers and community members who deserve the spotlight. Don’t forget to visit our sponsors: and Tucker Hockey. 📢 Call to Action: Subscribe, leave us a review, and share the podcast with your hockey crew. Let’s make this year one for the beer league books! Listen now on YouTube, Libsyn, or wherever you get your podcasts. 🏒🍻 /episode/index/show/beerleagueco/id/34778600

DEX TALES - Vegas Draft Experience Post - Draft Predictions 12/14/2024

DEX TALES - Vegas Draft Experience Post - Draft Predictions In this episode of DEX Tales, we dive into the wild world of the Vegas Draft Experience! With the draft now complete, we break down the teams, analyze player picks, and make bold predictions about who will dominate on the ice and who might struggle to find their groove. From surprise picks to seasoned veterans, this video captures all the excitement and strategy that make the Draft Experience one-of-a-kind. Ok listen.... the analysis isn't this deep but the Commish and friends do tell you who they think is gonna win. Whether you're a hockey enthusiast or just love the unpredictability of draft events, join us as we explore what’s in store for the teams in Sin City. Let the trash talk, camaraderie, and beer league magic begin—it's going to be an unforgettable tournament! #VegasDraftExperience #DEXTales #BLPA /episode/index/show/beerleagueco/id/34444745

We Listen But We Don't Judge 12/11/2024

We Listen But We Don't Judge brought to you by & 2 guys - D service BLPA Beer League Hockey Podcast This week’s episode was packed with laughs, judgment-free advice, and some truly outrageous stories from the rink! Recap of Last Week: We revisited tales of glory and shame from the ice and teased some juicy details about our new Vegas segment. Vegas Chatter: It started with a $100 bet that spiraled into a wild brainstorming session for new content ideas. Spoiler: Vegas doesn’t disappoint when it comes to inspiration. We Listen but We Don’t Judge: This segment reminded listeners that all stories—no matter how questionable—are welcome here. The Main Event: 7 Deadly Sins of Beer League Hockey #1: Co-ed Locker Room Etiquette: Pro tip: A glance is okay; more than that? You’re officially “that guy” (or gal). #2: Vegas Showers: Pony walls are perfect for the “meat gazers” among us—apparently, it’s a whole thing. #3: Bench Beer Theft: A crime so heinous it should require league intervention. Seriously, don’t mess with another player’s brew. Tune in for the other “sins,” along with more wild locker-room banter and some unsolicited (but spot-on) beer league wisdom. /episode/index/show/beerleagueco/id/34402380

Passin to the D 11/28/2024

Passin to the D Get ready for a jam-packed episode full of laughs, debates, and all things hockey! 🍂🏒 **Thanksgiving Traditions & Food Debates:** - *Gravy Showdown*: Brown vs. White—who’s the real MVP? - *Top Sides*: From deviled eggs to mac and cheese, we rank our faves and share the stories behind them. - *Canadian vs. American Thanksgiving*: The key differences and why leftovers are non-negotiable. **Hockey Talk:** - *Goalie Drama*: Guest co-host Mike shares his unique journey in net and the quirks of being a beer league goalie. - *Should Goalies Pay Team Fees?* We tackle this fiery topic with humor and insight. - *Upcoming Tournaments*: Learn about the Puck Ten Project and how it's helping aspiring hockey players. **Humorous Highlights:** - *Locker Room Struggles*: Ever changed in a rink lobby? We’ve got hilarious stories and clever solutions. - *Travel Plans*: Dreaming of hockey games in Italy, Japan, and beyond. - *Doctor Reed Segment*: Guest co-host Dr. Reed hilariously diagnoses ailments—laughs guaranteed! **Why Tune In?** - Relatable and engaging discussions for hockey fans and players alike. - Insights into upcoming events and how you can get involved. - A celebration of the camaraderie that makes hockey special. **Join the Conversation:** - Follow us @THEBLPA on social media for updates and memes (yes, maybe even Pinterest!). - Share your thoughts or leave us a voicemail at 443-The-BLPA—tell us your Thanksgiving food opinions or goalie fee takes! **Special Thanks:** A huge thank you to guest co-hosts Mike and Reed for their humor and insight, and to you—our listeners—for your amazing support. Wishing everyone a fantastic Thanksgiving filled with food, fun, and hockey. Cheers! 🎙️ --- *Don’t miss out—hit play now!* 🎧 /episode/index/show/beerleagueco/id/34189350

Top Twigs and Hockey Horrors 11/23/2024

Top Twigs and Hockey Horrors ❄️ Cold Weather & Hockey Life Nick and Jason share hilarious stories about surviving the freezing temps in Calgary and Nashville, while reflecting on beer league triumphs and struggles—like winning championships or barely surviving on the ice! 🏒 Beer League Blues & Adulting Wins Jason laments the lack of a team in Calgary, while Nick juggles two teams with mixed success. They also laugh about missing gaming nights thanks to “adulting” highlights like quiet dinners and solo time. 📅 Tournaments & Adventures Ahead Vegas and Philly tournaments are heating up—register now! Plus, teasers for epic BLPA trips to Savannah and Alaska have everyone hyped. 🏆 Top 5 Hockey Sticks Nick and Jason reveal their top five hockey sticks, sparking debates and nostalgia. Want to know the #1 pick? You'll have to tune in! 👻 Hockey Horror Stories & Community Love From nightmare teammates to beer league drama, Nick and Jason dish out hilarious horror stories. They also encourage listeners to share their own tales and keep the beer league camaraderie strong. Subscribe for laughs, hockey insights, and everything beer league! /episode/index/show/beerleagueco/id/34121701

Electrifyingly Electric 11/14/2024

Electrifyingly Electric /episode/index/show/beerleagueco/id/33925652

CIAO - HOCKEY TRIP OF A LIFETIME in Italy! 11/01/2024

CIAO - HOCKEY TRIP OF A LIFETIME in Italy! Nick shares his hockey team’s experiences in Italy, highlighting cultural exploration, team bonding, and future travel plans. Highlights 🇮🇹 Italy trip was an amazing cultural experience. 🏒 Hockey played against Italian teams, showcasing skill disparities. 🍽️ Enjoyed group meals, strengthening team camaraderie. ⭐ Dined at a Michelin star restaurant, highlighting culinary delights. 🌍 Upcoming trips planned for Scandinavia, Japan, and Greenville. 💬 Transitioning communication to Discord for real-time interaction. 💰 Fundraising initiative for Puck 10, aiming to raise $10,000. /episode/index/show/beerleagueco/id/33736537

Pyongyang Puck - The North Korea Hockey Episode 10/10/2024

Pyongyang Puck - The North Korea Hockey Episode Brought to you by BLPA.com /episode/index/show/beerleagueco/id/33409647

Jillian-less 10/06/2024

Jillian-less /episode/index/show/beerleagueco/id/33348892

Putting On The Foil - Featuring Dave Hanson from Slapshot 09/26/2024

Putting On The Foil - Featuring Dave Hanson from Slapshot Put on the foil with us for an actual good episode featuring the legendary Dave Hanson from Slap Shot! He shares the unforgettable story of meeting Paul Newman in his underwear, gives us the benefit of doubt with an absolute mess of a "Real or Fake Quote" mini-game, and reveals some lesser-known tales from filming the iconic movie. We’ll also break down the latest in Fantasy Football, as Jason jumps in to discuss their moneyline ventures while Jillian takes the opportunity to do her daily Wordle—what's your starting word? Nick recaps the Charleston tournament, spills on the XXX tours he took, and teases the upcoming Hershey tournament—complete with a...salacious moment involving Hershey’s syrup. We chat about the best beer league team names we’ve come across, the new t-shirt trend sweeping BLPA tournaments, and debate the pros and cons of having us on your team. We also hear from our Facebook group about where they’d want to be when things heat up on the ice. And don’t miss this episode’s special announcement: it’s the farewell tour (one stop only!) for our pregnant podcast star, so we’re on the lookout for a new suuuuuuuuuuuuper cool girl to join the crew! If you think you’ve got what it takes, message Nick and let him know you’re a fan of his calves. You get a link! You get a link! Send us your beer league drama: or Brought to you by /episode/index/show/beerleagueco/id/33212522

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