The Suspendables

257: Upgrades, Hangovers, and Other Veteran Moves

Thu, 04 Dec 2025 16:51:58 GMT

This episode features beer smuggling, ankle-ice scams, airline scheming, and Rusty nearly dying in warm-up because he plays like a golden retriever chasing a ball. Jim keeps derailing the show with stand-up routines no one asked for. Hockey analysis happens, but mostly by accident.

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256: Back from the ‘Summer’ Off...and Probably Getting Cancelled

Thu, 30 Oct 2025 01:49:20 GMT

The guys are back after a long “summer break," and honestly, they might get cancelled after this one.

Jimmy’s skinnier than ever (thanks to exercise & a little Mounjaro magic), Russ is still chirping like it’s game seven, and the boys dive headfirst into everything from mental health in the sports world to the wildest stories from the old NHL days!

Editor's Note: Thanks for sticking with us during our six-month hiatus! We ran into some technical difficulties with Russ’s audio on this episode. We did our best to clean it up, but please excuse any sound quality issues.

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255: Playoffs, Turkey Necks, and Real Toughness

Fri, 18 Apr 2025 04:36:54 GMT

This week: the playoffs are here! The boys are fired up.

Chaser’s battle with cancer and how he’s an absolute inspiration.

Jungle's turkey neck gets roasted.

Gobble Gobble!

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254: The Day That Changed Everything - A 9/11 Survivor’s Story

Wed, 09 Apr 2025 01:53:58 GMT

In this powerful solo episode, Jim takes the mic without his usual cohost Russ to bring you a conversation that hits close to home. He’s joined by a longtime friend and 9/11 survivor who shares their gripping, firsthand account of surviving one of the most tragic days in modern history. Together, they explore the moments of chaos, courage, and resilience that followed, offering a deeply personal perspective on an event that changed the world.

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253: Another One for the Books

Sat, 29 Mar 2025 00:47:09 GMT

The boys are finally back with another show!

Sorry for the wait! Let’s just say their rigorous schedule of napping, procrastinating, and pretending to be busy really got in the way. But hey, they’re here now with more stories, hot takes, and the usual nonsense you didn’t ask for but secretly love.

Buckle up—it’s another episode of The Suspendables!

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252: RUSS WAS SO WELL BEHAVED UNTIL…

Thu, 13 Mar 2025 00:54:49 GMT

Jungle almost came away unscathed…after lots of great talk!

Jungles lesson on how to buy a car...NOT!

And then the hammer falls from Russ

Great to be back!!

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251: Salary Caps, Night Caps

Fri, 31 Jan 2025 04:49:21 GMT

Jim’s on the road, freezing his tail off, while Russ is dealing with an emotional milestone as his last baby heads off. From college sports updates to team dynamics, the guys cover it all—including a classic story about Jim getting roasted by his dad while working for Molson at 23.

Plus, a dive into the NHL salary cap and what it means for teams moving forward. Tune in for laughs, insight, and the usual Suspendables banter!

Our hearts go out to the family and friends of Shawn Simpson, who passed away this week. A great guy and a respected voice in hockey, he will be deeply missed.

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250: Fire & Ice

Wed, 22 Jan 2025 00:40:39 GMT

Rusty and Jimmy discuss the LA fires and how the disaster has affected Russ and his family's life living within the affected areas. Our thoughts are with those affected by the disaster.

But it's not all serious - as usual, jokes were made, laughs were had, and the good listener was appreciated!

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249: The Life of Young Rusty Boy!!

Wed, 08 Jan 2025 02:08:50 GMT

Hilarious stories of Russ's younger life!!

Jim got Syd to help him with hockey topics and she blew it...

The boys do their best not to talk politics in light of recent Canadian political news.

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248: I GOTTA GUY!!!!!

Fri, 03 Jan 2025 21:33:53 GMT

This is the most powerful hour Rusty and Jungle have done !!

Kelly Chase joins us from his hospital bed at the cancer centre in St Louis...

Completely riveting listening to his long battle.

He’s utterly selfless...an outstanding humanitarian…and man oh man does he have game!!

If you listen to the interview, we bet your problems will go away for at least a while.

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247: TO FIGHT OR NOT TO FIGHT!

Fri, 20 Dec 2024 01:11:50 GMT

Some of the toughest barroom brawlers we know!

Big big news in the Courtnall household!

What!!?! You’re gonna gulp when you hear the value of the richest team in sports!

And your best viable option for a ticket to a live sporting event!

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246: ABSOLUTELY NO POLITICS!!!

Tue, 03 Dec 2024 23:57:31 GMT

Whoops...Jimmy tried to stop Rusty boy from going bananas about his love for Trump...

Then his wife Paris jumped on the show to straighten him out!

Great take about how you can last as coach.

Russ’s ride with a couple of drug dealers.

He loses his mind when he got benched!

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245: ABSOLUTE KILLER!!

Fri, 08 Nov 2024 03:27:15 GMT

One of the most successful coaches in all of sports!!

42 yrs as a head coach for the same team!!

90-year-old Brian Kilrea joins us and lights it up!

Fabulous interview!

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244: Coaches, Comedy, and Classic Roasts!

Sat, 02 Nov 2024 21:33:37 GMT

Russ is back this week with a lively discussion on legendary NHL coaches, sharing his favourites and how the best leaders shape the game.

Jim’s got a wild story about getting cut from an MC gig for his “risky” humour, plus a memorable roast session where Paul Coffey gave Russ a taste of his own medicine.

Rusty shares insight on real estate investing before the fellas wrap up with a little tribute to 90-year-old hockey icon, Brian Kilrea...they hope to bring him on the show soon!

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243: BACK BY POPULAR DEMAND…LARRY ROBINSON!!!

Wed, 23 Oct 2024 21:37:18 GMT

Great chat with Jimbo about his young life growing up on the farm.

He got recruited to play football...

And much, much more!

Enjoy!

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242: AND WE’RE OFF AND RUNNING…

Wed, 16 Oct 2024 00:02:18 GMT

Ya Man!!! Hockeys back and Russ stepped up and brought on this show !

No more draft ? Whaaaaaat!! Well kinda...

How about the Rangers goalie (I don’t know how to spell Shysterkin) turning down $88 mill)?

John Tortorella and the heartwarming side of him.

Rusty has something to say about Patrick Roy.

As always, our hearts go out to the Gaudreau family and we are thinking of them through this difficult time.

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241: A COACH LIKE NONE OTHER!!

Tue, 08 Oct 2024 00:27:10 GMT

Mike Keenan joins Jim this week…let’s figure out what makes him tick !

He was great!! Enjoy!!

His new book, Iron Mike, will be out October 10th. Check it out on Amazon here.

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240: AM I GOOD ENOUGH??

Mon, 30 Sep 2024 20:18:35 GMT

Rusty tells us how to know if your kid actually dies have enough talent...

...and how good was he growing up playing hockey as a kid himself!

How to handle your cash...Is Russ a millionaire?

Nice gesture by the league to remember the Gaudreau brothers.

Did you like The Presidents Cup?

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239: HOW DO YOU SPELL SUCCESS?

Fri, 20 Sep 2024 23:27:04 GMT

With our guest!

He owns one of the biggest restaurant companies in Canada.

Was on the highly rated show Dragon's Den for 15 years.

The architect and owner of two different hockey leagues.

He even served his country as a member of the RCMP.

And he’s super cool!

Jim Treliving opens up about his unmatched journey!

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238: WHAT A CAREER!! WHAT A GUY!!

Sat, 14 Sep 2024 22:10:54 GMT

CLIFF RONNING...long time NHL’er with unpredictable answers to Jungle’s riveting questions...

The guy should be a motivational speaker...so many great takes !!

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237: BACK IN THE SADDLE!!

Sun, 08 Sep 2024 22:40:00 GMT

First show of the season and there’s no rust on us!

Rusty takes us through he’s days of training camps...(good ones and bad ones) and reveals the secret to being the fastest guy in the league in his day...Ok it’s not that big of a secret!

Huge mistakes by rookies when they wanna make their mark...Really? You wanna take on Wendel Clark?

Jungle doesn’t know how to read a menu.

A tribute to The Gaudreau brothers...sports fans have the biggest hearts <3

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236: No Rusty, No Problem!

Thu, 20 Jun 2024 02:54:00 GMT

Rusty's away so Jungle's at play!

Jim hits the mic solo this week to share a few passages from his favourite books, all authored by NHL superstars.

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235: Two Dads One Stanley Cup

Thu, 06 Jun 2024 21:25:00 GMT

Jungle's Oilers are going for the cup!! To say he's excited is an understatement.

The dads gush about the unrivalled pinnacle of their pride & joy...the very essence of their happiness...the paramount treasure of their hearts – the Stanley Cup Finals, of course!

Their kids get a mention too, somewhere between power plays and penalty kills.

Playoff reels are going viral, but it's not just McNasty's insane goals lighting up the views – some unexpected 'highlights' are stealing the spotlight.

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234: Coaches on THIN ICE!

Thu, 30 May 2024 19:57:00 GMT

The fellas talk NHL coaches from Babcock to Bylsma. Playoff talk lives on with Jungle's Oilers still going strong in the third round this week!

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233: IF YOU LIKE THE PLAYOFFS...!!!

Sat, 11 May 2024 19:15:00 GMT

You gotta be lovin' what's gone on so far...even Rusty watched. He breaks it down for us!

Jungle hit the town of Metcalfe and what a time...he may have pissed some people off, but they knocked it out of the park!!

Shoutouts!! You just might hear your name.

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232: FINALLY! RUSS TALKS HOCKEY...KINDA...

Tue, 30 Apr 2024 00:24:00 GMT

Ya man! Rusty breaks down the playoffs.

Stories of Bob Cole...he gave Jungle shit!

It's your guess what Russ said (the most out of bounds ever!) after a wonderful Mr. Cole story...

I bet your kid never did what my kid did...Jungle almost barfed.

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231: What Rhymes With Heaven?

Sun, 21 Apr 2024 02:34:00 GMT

PLAYOFFS! PLAYOFFS! PLAYOFFS!

Jungle and Russ are betting on the playoffs...we make our picks.

*Please excuse any audio quality issues, we had network connection issues.

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230: PUCK THE STIGMA!

Fri, 05 Apr 2024 22:37:00 GMT

Things get serious while the fellas talk about mental health in pro hockey... Then Russ gives us his opinion on referees in the NFL. Jungle shares some funny stories & life updates. Producers Note: Thanks for bearing with us while we wait for a new mic for Russ!!

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229: If you're gonna miss it by a minute, miss it by a day!

Mon, 01 Apr 2024 23:42:00 GMT

The fellas talk LTIR issues, player suspensions, and of course, golf! They also address the tragic passing of former NHL player Chris Simon. Our thoughts are with his loved ones during this extremely difficult time.

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228: WHAT'S LEFT TO PLAY FOR?

Tue, 19 Mar 2024 00:30:00 GMT

What do you do as a player when you’re not gonna make the playoffs and there’s 15 games to go?

LIV golf??? What’s up with the latest?

Russ has lost his manhood! For sure?

And much more…really? You decide.

Producer's note: Sorry for any poor audio quality, Russ's mic broke.

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227: Trading Spades

Tue, 05 Mar 2024 02:41:00 GMT

The boys talk golf courses, vacations, & going drink for drink.

Rusty gives us some insight into NHL trades and takes a quick break to yell at his neighbour!

*Note from producer: Syd’s mic couldn’t be turned on for this episode so please excuse any silence when she is talked to/referenced.

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226: College or NO College!

Fri, 16 Feb 2024 01:41:00 GMT

Russ answers the questions of how does one know if they should skip school and stay in Junior?

The now viral slap shot into the empty net...not sure I like Cournall's take on this...

Do we like Corey Perry?

And we go inside Rusty's life...

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225: SO I’M WAITING FOR THE PUNCHLINE...AND…NOTHING!

Fri, 09 Feb 2024 04:49:00 GMT

Cuz Rusty tells us he goes to church…I fear we’ve lost him...

Not on your life folks…I’ll get him back to the dark side in no time. The problem is he knows they serve wine so he goes back to communion 9 times.

Also…Check out the skills competition from 30 years ago to what happened this past weekend…You’re gonna be very very surprised

Courts gives us a good look into who perhaps has the biggest effect on changing the the game…it ain’t who or what you think it is.

And our second instalment on “IS RUSS’s life story worth telling?”

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224: Rinks, Risks, & Reminiscences

Fri, 02 Feb 2024 00:42:00 GMT

Russ has returned!

He shares some stories from his week off...cigars were involved...go figure!

Jungle plugs his latest endeabour, offering some insight into Rusty's early years, his family, and his career.

Email us at: thesuspendables@yahoo.com

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223: NICE GUYS FINISH...FIRST?!

Thu, 25 Jan 2024 08:34:00 GMT

What a refreshing take this athlete has on life and how to do things…Darcy Hordichuk was our guest and he made Jimmy cry!

He was one of the toughest guys to ever play the game and he knew his role, but some of his answers about fighting are going to surprise you!

Darcy joins us to share his life lessons, stories from his NHL career, and to discuss his latest endeavour, Canada to USA.The company offers expert cross border services exclusively for Canadians in the United States.

Check out their website, Canada to USA, if you're a Canadian looking for a stellar resource to find everything you need in the United States!

Producers note: Apologies for any poor audio quality. I did my best to enhance the files to improve listening experience. Thank you for bearing with us!

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222: Let's break it down!

Fri, 19 Jan 2024 04:15:00 GMT

Oilers vs Sens and the complete opposite happening with new head coaches.

Russ’s take on the All Star game.

Getting traded is tough especially when it comes to the personal side...Courtnall went through it 5 times.

Theyre starting to compare McDavid to you know who...Is that really fair?

The saga of daughter Sydney’s rental in Phoenix continues and it’s hilarious!

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221: CAREFUL WHAT YOU ASK, JIMMY!

Fri, 12 Jan 2024 02:55:00 GMT

Jim goes rogue and strays from the usual hockey talk to call up his ol' buddy Rusty for some advice...

AND Russ's wife, the wonderful Paris, jumps on to offer some truly valuable insight on how she's put up with Rusty for more than THREE DECADES!

(wait a second...a bald dude, life advice...what the hell is this...Dr. Phil?!)

*Note from producer - We have moved to a new recording platform for improved sound quality, which has unfortunately led to difficulties when separating audio tracks. We apologize in advance for any skewed audio quality!

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220: The Crystal Ball

Sat, 06 Jan 2024 20:51:00 GMT

The fellas take a look at what’s gonna happen in 2024...

The newly formed womens pro league

Ticket prices...going up or down?

Russ’s take on a new culture at Hockey Canada...

What’s next for Pickleball? Who cares!

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219: RUSTY AND JIMMY UP TO NO GOOD...

Tue, 26 Dec 2023 22:13:00 GMT

Jungle's Xmas party prank should have put him in jail

Geoff pulled off a better prank!!

Ovechkin chasing the goal record ain’t gonna happen!

The boys are gonna bet on a few Canadian teams to win the cup...this is our year!!

Did Russ’s buddy really go into someone’s laundry hamper at a party? He sure did!!! So gross!

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218: MONEY MONEY MONEY!

Sun, 17 Dec 2023 00:18:00 GMT

What the hell is happening with contracts?!!!?

Russ tells us what were crazy contracts in his day!

Did Russ make a crack that would get him fired?

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217: WAS COREY PERRY IN THE NEWS THIS WEEK?

Sun, 03 Dec 2023 00:42:00 GMT

Ya ya…we have to talk about it...

Even after the death of the “skate across the neck“ incident Russ will surprise you with his take on equipment.

Top 50 sports stories of the year are out…really? I mean really?? ...that’s the best we can do?

Guess how much 3 days at Pebble Beach costs? Or as Syd calls it “Rock Stone.”

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216: HELLO, IT'S ME!

Wed, 29 Nov 2023 05:58:00 GMT

Lots to be discussed this week but the fellas mostly roasted Jim's kid for her poor travel plans...

Jay Woodcroft is no more and Jimmy is sad :(

Plus charges laid in the NHL...

P.S. Syd's audio wasn't working after getting bud bugs at the beautiful Motel 6 this week, so apologies in advance for any weirdness with this track!

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215: SHORT AND NOT SO SWEET...

Sat, 04 Nov 2023 00:07:00 GMT

Rusty weighs in on the tragic on ice accident.

The absolute irony of suspending an NHL player for gambling.

Sen's owner makes his first big move…You’re Fired!

*The wifi did us dirty so we had to cut this show short...thanks for listening and bearing with us :)

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214: Rusty says cheating is OK!

Sun, 22 Oct 2023 00:46:00 GMT

Tricky little move...Russ’s trainer had to figure out opponents next moves.

Mike Keenan gave Ted Nolan some sage advice…and how did that go for you Ted?

What to do with your bottom 6 performers?!

Tough day for Jake Debrusk.

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213: IT'S HOCKEY SEASON BABY!!!

Sat, 14 Oct 2023 22:55:00 GMT

What Rusty likes and dislikes when he played…

A few picks for the season by the man himself...he sure wouldn’t want to try and coach todays brand of player.

…oh ya! And Jimmy takes a hard stand about shit he shouldn’t be talking about…

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212: Let's Start Again!

Fri, 29 Sep 2023 21:07:00 GMT

The Ottawa Senators have new found faith in a cool owner…we like him and so does our guest...

Speaking of a cool customer Cyril Leeder joins us. He was there at the start when the team came into the league and tells us it was over a pickup hockey game…Cyril is back as the new CEO and President of the team!

Rusty really behaved himself with this…you’re gonna have to hear to believe it!!

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211: You are FIRED!!!!

Sun, 24 Sep 2023 18:26:00 GMT

You know what rhymes with just hired? Fired!

Mike Babcock acts his way out of a job. Rusty spoke to some players involved in this saga.

Courtnall talks about some hilarious stories when it comes to picking a captain.

Thoughts on this whole analytics deal teams are looking at now.

Pickleball…Records…and Jungle apparently will leave the house not giving a damn what he’s wearing.

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210: OUT OF THE MOUTHS OF BABES….

Mon, 18 Sep 2023 20:15:00 GMT

Jungle brings on his daughter and her 2 friends…Dad loses his mind with what they said…God help us all!!

The rest of the show definitely took a back seat but Rusty continues his standup comedy routine!!

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209: WHAT ARE YOU PREPARED TO SACRIFICE...?

Fri, 08 Sep 2023 20:41:00 GMT

What would Russ give up to win a Stanley Cup?

Amazing what he was prepared to do to be traded to Detroit!

There’s always a big divide in training camp that didn’t suit Courtnall at all.

The fellas break down how they think the womens pro league will go...it’s not all positive…!!

Jimmy tells an old joke that would get him fired today!

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208: Rusty's Tall Tales

Sat, 02 Sep 2023 05:02:00 GMT

Gino Odjick knocks it out of the park on the bus one day!

Courtnall’s take on the new womens league.

Sheldon Keefe must have something special going on.

And it’s back to school…Did Jungle really bring beer his lunchpail in grade 4? Take a guess!!

How he also bootlegged vodka out of his high school locker!

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207: Courtnall ON FIRE!!!

Tue, 29 Aug 2023 22:56:00 GMT

Rusty pulls out his standup comedy routine and it’s…well…AWARD WINNING !!! Jim was blowing bubbles.

The days of Daryl Sutter style coaching is over…but why ? Courtnall says the new player is too sensitive...

Jimmy with probably an unpopular take on the Spanish World Cup soccer team…Thank God it’s a podcast otherwise we’d be cancelled.

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206: BACK IN THE SADDLE!

Sun, 13 Aug 2023 01:06:00 GMT

Russ and Jungle are back at it...

Rusty’s member guest! The Who’s who of America...winners and losers...

The Quebec Junior League is banning fighting next year...Courtnall is not sure if it’s a good idea?

What the hell is going to happen with betting on sports? It’s a quandary!

Halloween party stories…Two of the very best!!

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205: Small Town Boy Makes The Show!

Sun, 30 Jul 2023 23:51:00 GMT

Jungle brings on Brian Savage from his hometown and they talk about his incredible athletic talent and the choices he had but why he picked hockey.

Drafted by Montreal and how he made it onto the team.

Interesting advice from teammate Vincent Damphousse about playing for the Habs.

And watch out for his son!!

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204: THE BOYS ARE BACK IN TOWN!

Fri, 14 Jul 2023 20:35:00 GMT

After 2 weeks off Russ and Jungle tee it up again!!

Russ witnessed a very first for Carey Price!

A message from Sean Payton to Jungle.

Does Russ feel sorry for The Leafs?

Big mistake by Russ’s teammates...going to the media with this one

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203: YEAR IN REVIEW A LA RUSS COURTNALL…

Fri, 23 Jun 2023 01:25:00 GMT

Does he like Bettman ?

What would make today according to his ranking from his hockey days?

His take on the draft...he would change things.

What happened in a couple of closed meetings with players only?

How high are the salaries going to go?

How no trade contracts work when the team wants to trade for you

How Bob Gainey handled calling out a player when Russ was in Montreal...

Wait till you hear about his buddies house…INCREDIBLE!

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202: OHHH CANADA!!

Thu, 15 Jun 2023 18:59:00 GMT

We had to talk about Canadian golfer Nick Taylor winning the Canadian Open and Russ explains what it’s like to compete for your country.

There is a really bad side of coaches that continues to be in the game and Russ says it will never change!

Worst ratings in a long time for a Stanley Cup final but what does that win mean for Vegas and why did Florida lose...

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201: On the Road Again!!

Fri, 09 Jun 2023 23:03:00 GMT

Another trip, another show coming at you from the road!! Rusty joins from Gozzer, Jungle's in Ontario, and Syd from Russ's favourite bar, the Bard & Banker, in Victoria, B.C.(any audio issues can be blamed on the sangrias Syd knocked back during the recording) Russ tries a new drink! And then gets political...what else is new? Russ weighs in young players entering the NHL...and offers up some priceless marriage advice...or maybe it was a joke? You can be the judge. And then the boys talk NHL playoffs...AGAIN....imagine that?!

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200: Name Dropping!

Sun, 04 Jun 2023 01:59:00 GMT

...And you thought Jungle could lay down some names!! Rusty slaughters him.

Babcock is getting a job again!

Stanley cup final…meh!

Russ gets political...drags Jimmy down.

And you will not believe what happened to Jungle during the eulogy he was giving his Godmother…never before!!

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199: DOES RUSS HAVE A HEART?

Thu, 25 May 2023 07:42:00 GMT

Maple Leafs GM gets fired but maybe has something up his sleeve...says it’s stressful on his family…Russ says walk it off!

The Blackhawks 2010 Kyle Beach scandal rears its ugly head this week.

How the hell are the Panthers pulling this off?

The biggest Real estate russ has ever done…staggering!!

And why is Courtnall the only guy who wants to stay in California when everyone else is bolting?

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198: SOMETIMES THE SHOW JUST ISN’T THAT GOOD

Sat, 20 May 2023 03:39:00 GMT

Tune in and listen how Jungle struggles his way through questions for Russ.

If Courtnall had a choice of teams to play on right now, which one would it be?

Playoffs final 4 might not interest anyone…Russ has a different take.

What happened to Jungle's oilers and how would Russ do if he played on the big line?

Did we have a show where Russ was nice?…Absolutely not!!

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197: AND THE HAMMER SHOW CONTINUES…

Sun, 14 May 2023 09:47:00 GMT

Russ goes after Jungle again pounding him like a post!

Nick Kypreos crushing a head coach with the best one liner

Jungles greed shows up and he pays dearly for it...

Rusty makes some sense of it all with the sale of the Ottawa Senators

Jerome did something he swore he would never ever do!

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196: ONE OF THESE THINGS IS NOT LIKE THE OTHER...

Sat, 06 May 2023 00:47:00 GMT

Oh oh!!…Rusty steps out and tells us which player should not be allowed to continue playing .. like isn’t good enough to be in the NHL and he’s playing in the 2nd round

So this’ll make you feel old…Russ is now a grandfather !

Edmonton keeps chopping away at Mark Stones back .. literally .. everyone knows he had surgery in January...are the Oil out of bounds?

Rusty boy ate a “brownie”.. not a good time ! But a better time than Jungle had eating a bag of Magic Mushrooms.

See what Russ does when guys say they’re mailing him a card to sign but send 5 instead... Might be Courtnall’s best move ever!

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195: THE DOG ATE MY HOMEWORK…OR MY POT?!

Fri, 28 Apr 2023 20:37:00 GMT

Absolutely crazy ass story about Russ’s dog …. Oh no he didn’t!!! Yes he did!

What are the dirtiest hits Russ says should be deep suspensions ?

The boys compare pranks …but Ray Ferraro takes the cake!

Rusty’s picks from his days...

Best stick handler

Best wrist shot

Best slap shot

Best skater

Best dangler

Best dressing room guy

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194: Bet ya didn't think we were going to say PLAYOFFS!!!

Thu, 20 Apr 2023 20:09:00 GMT

SURPRISE! Russ & Jungle talk....PLAYOFFS...Imagine that!

Russ gives his hot take on why playing to not get hurt is always a bad call...

Some stories from the good old days...

...and let us not forget....THE PLAYOFFS!

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193: YEAH!!! A Politically Incorrect Show!!!

Thu, 13 Apr 2023 08:26:00 GMT

Russ and Jungle delve into places maybe they shouldn’t have...oh well!

Is Russia being banned from the 2024 Olympics unfair to the athletes?

Russ has a better idea for picking the Norris trophy winner...

The redline is taking away the skill of defence men!

Rehash a great story of Lenny Dykstra and an ankle bracelet.

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192: BROTHER HOW ART THOU

Thu, 30 Mar 2023 22:27:00 GMT

Bruce Courtnall, the other brother, joins us on the show!

Great stories from breaking his hand on Russ’s face to firing pucks and breaking windows to stepping in and cleaning up Russ’s problem.

Tells us that brother Geoff actually quit playing for the Boston Bruins.

Plus a few other pranks the boys pulled...

And a heartfelt take from Bruce thinking he was never good enough.

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191: KNOCK KNOCK!!

Fri, 24 Mar 2023 00:33:00 GMT

Rusty kicks a door in and breaks he’s goalie’s nose!

What’s it like when a team has no shot at making the playoffs?

Bob Gainey? Not quite as calm or nice as you think...

Courtnall wouldn’t pay a dime to go see a sporting event...WHAT!!!!?

Oh! ...and Russ has a thing for pregnant women...why...?

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190: Don’t be RIDICULOUS!!

Fri, 17 Mar 2023 03:41:00 GMT

*We apologize for the lowered audio quality of this episode. We encountered a network issue during recording. Thank you for listening!

The Quebec junior league is going to ban fighting next year…Russ says it might be the most dangerous move ever…

Gary Bettman holds a press conference and says…nothing!

This coach has had enough of his own players antics.

Russ was right on point about how teams can help players who don’t want to admit they need help…great stuff !

AND Courtnall gets a letter in the mail from his golf club about another member who apparently got up to no good…WTF!!

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189: JUST AROUND THE CORNER…

Thu, 09 Mar 2023 05:58:00 GMT

Oh ya! Starting to talk playoffs!

Russ’s interesting take on the trades... he’s confused.

“The Eastern Conference is gonna win the cup!” says Courtnall.

What would you do with the cup if you had it for the day?

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188: YOU NEED TO BE STRAIGHTENED OUT ABOUT HOCKEY!

Sat, 04 Mar 2023 08:53:00 GMT

Marty McSorley joins Jungle and opens up about how the game was, how it is, and what changes should be made...

...and how our day snowmobiling took out Craig MacTavish!

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187: For The Right Price I Would!

Thu, 23 Feb 2023 21:18:00 GMT

The LIV golf tour is underway…would Russ defect from the NHL for cash...? He sure would!

Chris Neil has his jersey retired to the rafters...not everyone agrees with it…what does Courtnall say about it ?

Are trades done strictly to improve your team or to save money?

What about trade related scratches…just give me a straight answer Russ!

Jungle gets into it with his ex wife’s husband…for real!

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186: Is Jungle Really That Dumb? YOU BET HE IS!

Fri, 17 Feb 2023 01:48:00 GMT

Russ tried to explain the 15 minute city… nice try

Why is Erik Karlsson playing out of his mind?

Sew me up coach! Russ taking the needle before games…ouch!!

Rusty’s advice on making the right business deal

Booze, Buying, and Bullshit!

Oh yeah…the Jungle dumb thing…

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185: Never Too Young...I Guess?

Thu, 09 Feb 2023 21:53:00 GMT

New York Mets come awfully close to making a $300 million dollar offer to a 12 yr old...

Rusty breaks down Commissioner Gary Bettman's press conference on the future of the elague and changes players want.

Courtnall played in an all-star game...it's the only one he's ever liked...go figure!!

And a bunch of other shit I can't remember.

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184: ASK AND YOU SHALL RECEIVE!

Thu, 02 Feb 2023 09:51:00 GMT

So many have asked for this guest and he did not disappoint… Russ has always said this is his number one mentor in the game of hockey and the guy he respects the most.

CAM NEELY !!!!

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183: Russ Courtnall This is Your Life!!

Thu, 26 Jan 2023 07:51:00 GMT

Advice from Russ about life...oh God, help us all!!

Why ownership doesn't work sometimes...hmmm?

Russ was really upset...yes, genuinely upset about a trip to the store...

As a coach one said (and this makes him brilliant): "Lead...follow...or.......???????

What could possibly go wrong when Russ stuck 25K cash into his suit jacket?!

Jimmy gets Rusty to open up about some stuff.

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182: Man, Coaches Can Be Mean!

Sat, 21 Jan 2023 23:26:00 GMT

Is Babcock the cruelest guy ever? Maybe not...

A John Brophy story that does not disappoint!

Russ says they've got to fix the refereeing.

RIP Gino Odjick...one of the toughest players ever, but there was much more to him than that.

And a guy bets 1.4 millioin on a sure thing...Oops!!!

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181: GREAT MEMORIES!

Sun, 15 Jan 2023 09:49:00 GMT

But Jim doesn't remember what we talked about...

Some hockey...some not

Things you didn't know about Russ and...

Jungle's daughter, Sydney, takes him down!

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180: BEST GIFT EVER!!!!

Thu, 05 Jan 2023 23:55:00 GMT

Merry Christmas Canada… !!!

Open up that gift right there under the tree …it’s…

Connor Bedard!!!!

Russ loves the kid for sure but says he made a mistake..

Do teams really tank games?

What do you do if you’re so far in front in the standings about resting players for the rest of the year ?

Buffalo Bills Damar Hamlin injury has rocked everybody’s world … Russ takes us inside on the fear of being a pro athlete

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179: The Nice Side of Russ Courtnall

Fri, 23 Dec 2022 23:14:00 GMT

The nice side of Russ... certainly didn't come out on this show! One listener wasn’t happy with Russ. Courtnall gives us his best fans. You’ll be surprised. Jimmy gives his best Xmas gift ideas. How can one coach be liked so much and hated so much at the same time?

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178: Our Special Guest...Former NHL Enforcer Troy Crowder!

Fri, 16 Dec 2022 04:00:00 GMT

Former NHL enforcer Troy Crowder joins us this week. Crowder was one of the toughest guys of his era, even getting the better of Bob Probert. He tells a hilarious story about missing a bunch of time due to injury and what Probie said to him in their first fight in his return. Troy talks about his time playing with Russ. They get into stories about some of his crazy coaches over the years, many hidden talents including boxing, golf and entrepreneurship. He also gives us his take on the game today and even some conversation about mental health.

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177: How Much is Too Much?

Fri, 09 Dec 2022 02:35:00 GMT

The boys try and figure out what’s gonna happen with teams and crazy salaries. Wait til you hear what team Russ had a chance to have a piece of… you’ve got to be kidding me!!!! Jungle tells Russ that NHL players should not have a pension… How’d that go for you jungle? A team plane leaving before the coaches got on board? You call BS? You’d be wrong! And... How many Jeromes can one podcast take?

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176: Bruins Announcer Fat Shames Tampa Player

Fri, 02 Dec 2022 04:56:00 GMT

Russ discusses his mental health intiatives. Russ talks about getting booed by his home fan in Montreal. Boston announcer Jack Edwards goes after Pat Maroon for his weight. Will Alex Ovechkin break Wayne Gretzky's goal scoring record? We discuss rebuilds and expansion construction. Russ talks about the toughest thing about being a captain. Did he ever cover for a teammate who was in trouble with the coach?

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175: Rusty Breakin it Down!

Thu, 24 Nov 2022 21:17:00 GMT

In a rare move this week on the show the boys end up talking about… Hockey!! Everyone says fire the coach in Ottawa… Russ has a different take. What’s it like to play in Minnesota? To coach or not to coach? Courtnall says there may be a shelf life. A shirt and tie means you should be going to work or… Russ’s team thought they should go skiing!! Okay, Russ is just weird with superstitions.

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174: Then You Better Walk the Walk!

Thu, 17 Nov 2022 00:07:00 GMT

We talk about the Hockey Hall of Fame honouree’s but Rusty is not at all pleased with Daniel Alfredsson. His take on the best goalies he’s faced. Paris, Russ’s wife, did something that will surprise you. He’s not really not happy with his daughter's new family member. And some fantastic advice about parenting

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173: Flames' Coach Darryl Sutter Will Just Say Anything

Thu, 03 Nov 2022 14:00:00 GMT

Flames head coach Darryl Sutter gives a candid response when asked about a player's health status and why he briefly disappeared from a recent game. Players being called out in the press. How long until The Ottawa Senators are for sale. Sports gambling and reporting player injuries. And we read your emails!

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172: Not All Shows are Good

Thu, 27 Oct 2022 19:06:00 GMT

This might be Jimmy’s worst performance as a host. You be the judge. Some records in hockey should have an asterisk beside it. Should there be more offence in hockey? Russ doesn’t think so. What to do about John Tortorella. He’s becoming annoying. Another prank by Courtnall and his roommate. Jimmy says hello to many listeners. Your name may have been mentioned

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171: To Rip or Not to Rip?

Wed, 19 Oct 2022 04:00:00 GMT

Rusty talks about the timing of chewing out a player because when he had a go at it he made the guy cry… Not good! Every team seems to pick a captain differently… We find out what really drives Russ crazy about wearing the C. It’s not just players who feel crippling pressure if you suit up for the Canadians. And Russ says sure we’ll help but you gotta put up the cash! What the hell is he talking about?

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170: The Boys are Back!

Fri, 14 Oct 2022 03:16:00 GMT

After a couple of weeks off Russ and Jimmy are in fine form. Russ goes half way around the world to drink a famous martini and meet the most iconic bartender on earth. Guys beating up each other in training camp! They break down the best Canadian teams to watch this year. Russ takes the wind out of Jimmy talking about his 100 yr old aunt and it might be grounds for suspension!

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169: Our Special Guest...Former Calgary Flame JIM PEPLINSKI!

Wed, 21 Sep 2022 16:00:00 GMT

The boys sit down with Jim Peplinski this week. Peplinski had a 10-year NHL career with the Calgary Flames, a Stanley Cup champion in 1989; 1988 Olympic team; Jungle had a lot of questions: Why did he quit after 10 yrs? How come he said no to coaching and a front office job? Why, when you had the choice to stay, did you give up the broadcasting gig? He also takes us inside on how the Calgary Flames dealt with Wayne Gretzky and the Edmonton Oilers dynasty. Does he think it was the greatest rivalry in sports ? He’s got strong opinions on player salaries. What he would do with a team if it’s going bad? His answer will surprise you. And he would make a lot of changes when it comes to the game today. Of course, there’s plenty of hilarity as well (his nicknames for guys is award winning) in the journey of Pepper !!

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168: The Habs Name The Youngest Captain in Their History

Thu, 15 Sep 2022 13:00:00 GMT

In this one, the boys discuss the Montreal Canadiens' choice for new captain and the commentary swirling around the selection. Russ reveals who his favourite NHL coach was. John Tortorella is already making headlines in Philly before camp even starts. Some hilarious stories about NHL player turned broadcaster Ray Ferraro who was Russ's roommate on the road. And Russ is pretty excited for his son-in-law, linebacker Eric Kendricks, as his Minnesota Vikings beat up Green Bay in week one.

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167: Russ Schools Jim on Canada-Soviet Union Summit Series

Thu, 08 Sep 2022 03:00:00 GMT

In this week's show, Russ has an amazing answer when Jim rips the Canada-Soviet Union Summit Series. Russ talks about what it's like for an NHL player in September, getting ready for an NHL training camp. Russ has some family stories, how he settled in LA and how former DJ Rick Dees taught him to play golf. We touch on the growth of women's hockey and the slow build.

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166: Jim Is Out Here Messing Everything Up

Wed, 31 Aug 2022 23:00:00 GMT

What drives a guy like Sidney Crosby, who's done absolutely everything in the game, to keep playing? We talk about some of the great NHL single game points records in both the regular season and playoffs. Jim had a small glitch when interviewing Darryl Sittler about his 10 point night. Jim gets a used car and the transaction may not have gone as well as he hoped. And the topper, Jim almost deleted our entire podcast listenership. We discuss the Tour Championship and Rory's $18 million win. Russ isn't really a Rory guy, to say the least. We also get into the LIV Golf tour.

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165: World Junior Gold for Canada!

Wed, 24 Aug 2022 14:00:00 GMT

In this one, we talk about the wild finish as Team Canada wins gold in overtime at the World Junior Hockey Tournament. Russ updates us on his trip last week to Costa Rica as his daughter Brooklyn played for Team Canada at the Women's U20 World Cup of Soccer. Russ isn't getting involved with Jim's current cold shoulder from the Great One. The 50th anniversary of Team Canada vs the Soviet Union Hockey series is coming up. We've got some hilarious golf stories. Russ talks about his pal PGA Patrick Cantley who has a great shot at the big $18 million prize in this weekend's Tour Championship. We've got stories on Bobby Orr, Jim McKenney and even a little something for fans of TV's "Yellowstone." Wait. Who's Riff?

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164: Our Special Guest...Hall of Famer KEVIN LOWE!

Wed, 17 Aug 2022 14:00:00 GMT

We're joined in this one by former Edmonton Oilers defenceman Kevin Lowe. Since we last had Kevin on, he's entered the Hockey Hall of Fame and last week retired from the role of Oilers' Vice Chair and Alternate Governor. Kevin and Jimmy relive some great old NHL memories. We talk to Kevin about his long, stellar career as a player, coach and manager and what full retirement the game now has in store for him. We discuss growing up in Lachute. He chimes in on the Hockey Canada scandal, the excellence of Cale Makar and what he thinks about the debate over who's better? Gretzky or McDavid?

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163: What Are You Gonna Do With Your Life?

Wed, 10 Aug 2022 07:00:00 GMT

After the firing at the University of Michigan, we talk about hockey coaches gone wild. On that note, Russ has some stories about John Brophy and Tom Renney. We discuss how easy it is to choke in golf. We get into the pressures of youth and the frequently asked question, "What are you gonna do with your life?" We get into a little more on the LIV golf tour. Jim has yet another unsuccessful date. And we give away our hockey jersey in our "Roasting Russ" contest.

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#162: Revenge of the Nerd

Thu, 04 Aug 2022 03:43:00 GMT

With Russ away this week, Jim unburdens himself in a big way, attempting to get even with Russ for three years of chirping. Today we discuss Kevin Lowe retiring from the NHL; legendary broadcaster Vin Scully passes away; we talk Hlinka/Gretzky Cup and the upcoming world juniors; White Sox manager Tony La Russa briefly falls asleep during a game; and allegations of toxic coaching at Michigan.

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#161 The Big Tkachuk Trade and Rooting for Bobby Ryan

Thu, 28 Jul 2022 02:30:00 GMT

In this one, former NHL'er and friend of the show, Bobby Ryan, has a very public relapse and the boys discuss how hard that battle can be; we try to figure out why Charles Barkley may be heading for the LIV Golf Tour to broadcast there: Russ is heading for Gozzer for a couple of weeks then off to Costa Rica to watch his daughter play for Team Canada in the U20 Womens' World Cup of Soccer; Jim encounters some new young listeners on a tourney in Sudbury, accidentally takes out some squirrels and reunites with an old crush who makes a startling confession to him; Jonathan Toews ponders his future as Chicago begins a rebuild; the Flames make the best of a bad situation dealing Matt Tkachuk to Florida for a deal involving Jonathan Huberdeau and Mackenzie Weegar.

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#160 Johnny Hockey Bails on Calgary

Wed, 20 Jul 2022 14:45:00 GMT

In this one, the boys wonder about why long time Flames star Johnny Gaudreau would leave a good team in Calgary and as much as $12 million on the table to sign with Columbus. Did Darryl Sutter's style and tactics play a role in the decision? The boys touch on the Hockey Canada scandal and the alleged sexual assault in 2018. They get into free agency and arbitration. They dig into the email bag and answer some savvy listener questions. They swap a couple of great Gretzky stories, talk British Open, Brett Hull and much more.

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#159: James Caan's Personal Scoreboard

Wed, 13 Jul 2022 19:30:00 GMT

In this one, we discuss how minor hockey parents sometimes need a reality check in those early years; some excellent stories about hall of famer Paul Coffey; Montreal throws a curve ball to start the NHL Draft while Shane Wright looked like he wanted to throw a punch; the Leafs get goalie Matt Murray and the Senators acquire Alex DeBrincat. Russ remembers his early days in hockey after being drafted and he has an amazing story about his time with actor James Caan, who passed away this week.

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#158 Russ Returns After His Daughter's Lavish Wedding

Wed, 06 Jul 2022 16:05:00 GMT

In this one Russ describes his daughter's grand wedding a few days ago. We look back at the Stanley Cup Final, some diverse hirings in the NHL and we're joined by Craig Styles, the Chairman of the Brick Hockey Tournament in Edmonton, which is on right now. It provokes some good minor hockey discussions.

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#157: Our Special Guest...Former NHL Defenceman JASON YORK!

Wed, 29 Jun 2022 07:00:00 GMT

We're joined in this one by former NHL defenceman Jason York. Yorky talks about owning and coaching a junior hockey team and the difference in today's players. He discusses his own junior OHL career which started out badly due to the toxic environment fostered by former coach Bill LaForge. He talks about getting passed over in the NHL draft twice...and then almost a third time! Yorky chimes in on Colorado's Stanley Cup victory over Tampa. He reacts to his former teammate Daniel Alfredsson who makes the Hall of Fame and Luke Richardson getting the head coaching gig in Chicago.

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#156: The Game Today is Like Pond Hockey

Wed, 22 Jun 2022 13:00:00 GMT

In this one, we discuss the Stanley Cup Finals so far. What happened to Tampa in Game 2. We talk about why Jon Cooper's son now has the Honda bike Russ bought for one of his daughters. The Memorial Cup is underway and just like the Stanley Cup, Russ also has some regrets from his Victoria Cougar days about not winning that trophy. Russ says the game today is like pond hockey, at least compared to the old days. We touch on the US Open, get a great email from an amazing listener, and Russ tells us what his buddies had to pay this week to fix his golf cart after they totalled it at the Sherwood member-guest. Plus much, much more!

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#155: "The Hockey This Spring Has Been the Best I've Ever Seen"

Wed, 15 Jun 2022 13:20:00 GMT

In this one, Russ tells a hilarious story of last week's member-guest event at Sherwood that went very, very wrong. We discuss the Stanley cup Final matchup between Colorado and Tampa and how this year's playoffs have been fantastic. There are a lot of players putting in Conn Smythe level performances so far. Will Brayden Point and Nazem Kadri be able to play? Russ thinks Kadri might be able to play, even with a bad thumb. Should Joel Quenneville get another NHL head coaching job? Russ has never watched video of himself, playing in the Stanley Cup Final??? Hockey and rugby guys get along the best. And LIV golf continues to dominate sports headlines. The boys wonder why golfers are getting such a hard time when so many companies out there get a pass on their deep Saudi business interests.

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#154 Rocky Mountain High: Colorado Wins the West

Wed, 08 Jun 2022 12:25:00 GMT

Jim had a tough week, dealing with insurance after his big car accident. The boys talk abut the Avalanche sweeping the Oilers. They get into some of their experiences with the Stanley Cup, including Russ and his brother Geoff having a day with the Cup in Victoria to celebrate the City's 1925 Stanley Cup title. Yes, the Victoria Cougars actually won it all. Russ thinks the Oilers need to upgrade their goaltending. In the East, Russ says Tampa looked out of sorts in the first two games. But they're awake now and it's going to be tough for the Rangers or Avalanche to dethrone the kings. Jim recalls the 80s Oilers who lost the 1983 Cup to the New York Islanders and how that team inspired them. Jimmy's pal Dustin Johnson quits the PGA Tour to play in the LIV golf league. Wayne Gretzky says the closest defenceman we've seen to Cale Makar is Bobby Orr. Jim wonders how that will go over with his longtime hall of fame teammate, Paul Coffey. Russ is pumped for his member guest event.

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#153: Russ's Mouth Sometimes Got Him in Trouble

Wed, 01 Jun 2022 14:15:00 GMT

In this one, Jim describes his bad car accident this week. We discuss the Stanley Cup playoffs, with only four teams remaining and the excitement level this time of year. Russ gets into his days in Montreal that included a screaming match with Habs coach Pat Burns. There was definitely no love lost there. He also relays the story of tequila shots with Jyrki Lumme. Minnesota tough guy Shayne Churla was the ultimate "chirping wingman" for his teammates. Russ has a great take on why the retiring Jason Spezza is an outstanding hire for the Leafs. The Manson family are on opposite sides in the Edmonton-Colorado series. Russ had dinner with members of the LA Rams this week and Bones McKay, Phil Mickelson's longtime caddy who left NBC to work for Justin Thomas and immediately wins a PGA Championship.

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#152: Our Special Guest...Hockey Night in Canada's KELLY HRUDEY!

Wed, 25 May 2022 07:00:00 GMT

We're joined in this one by former NHL goalie Kelly Hrudey, now an analyst on Hockey Night in Canada. Kelly talks about life behind the scenes on the broadcast, his journey to the NHL, how he became a goalie, and how he was cut from every top team until he turned 17. We discuss his scrappy days in the Western Hockey League, he provides some great advice for young goalies, and how he when he knew it was time to retire. We also get into how honoured Kelly was when Patrick Marleau recently gave him a shout out on his way out the NHL door. Darryl Sutter's ability to turn the Flames around has been a big story but Kelly definitely isn't running Sutter's fan club.

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#151 Leafs Dumped Early Again; Jim's Dumped Early Again

Wed, 18 May 2022 07:00:00 GMT

In this one, Jimmy talks about messing up another opportunity for romance. The Leafs messed up another first round Game 7. Regardless, the NHL playoffs are better and more interesting when the Leafs are in it. Russ went 6-2 in his first round predictions. We give our round 2 predictions. We get into the excellence of Jake Oettinger who was elite in a losing cause for Dallas. We preview the Battle of Alberta. How chemistry matters on an NHL team, especially at playoff time. And Russ talks about some difficult days in the NHL, including his time with the Minnesota North Stars.

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#150: The Time Mike Myers Burned Gretzky

Tue, 10 May 2022 17:00:00 GMT

In this one, we discuss what's happening in the Stanley cup Playoffs. Russ says his one big surprise so far has been the New York Rangers falling behind 3-1 to Pittsburgh. The boys discuss their fondness for the NHL on TNT and Darryl Sutter's post game press conferences. They get into officiating so far in the playoffs; a moment of surrender from William Nylander; the NHL draft lottery; whether multiple overtimes are a good idea; what happens in the intermission of NHL playoff games; a great line Harold Ballard got off about Russ in his rookie year; the time actor Mike Myers burned Wayne Gretzky after he'd gotten him Kings tickets; and Jim attends a James Taylor concert.

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#149 Russ is ALL IN on Leafs 2022 Playoff Run!

Tue, 03 May 2022 17:00:00 GMT

In this one, the boys discuss the Montreal farewell for Guy Lafleur. Russ relays some great advice he received from Hall of Famer Borje Salming, a beloved mentor and Leaf teammate. Russ attended a funeral this week and talks about a tragic story of a young Wisconsin athlete. Russ remembers his first playoff series win, helping the Leafs upset Chicago in the first round of the 1986 NHL playoffs. He talks a little about the present days Leafs who got off to such a great starts vs Tampa Bay. Russ also talks about what it takes to win in the NHL playoffs. Losing the Stanley Cup Final is worse than losing in the first round. The longer you go in the playoffs, the harder it is to sleep. Russ says Mark Messier took playoff eliminations harder than anyone. The boys disagree whether Toronto's Kyle Clifford should be suspended for his hit from behind in Game one. They talk about the Oilers-Kings series and how the refs called everything. And Russ gives his first round playoff predictions.

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#148 Remembering Guy Lafleur With Our Special Guest...LIAM MAGUIRE!

Wed, 27 Apr 2022 07:00:00 GMT

In this one, we remember the great Guy Lafleur who recently passed away at age 70. We're joined by hockey historian Liam Maguire who knew Guy and knows absolutely everything about Guy and the Habs of that era. To give you an idea of how big a Habs fan Liam is, he proposed to his wife at the Montreal Forum, the only person ever to do so. Liam and the boys remember the life and times of "The Flower," share some awesome stories and talk about the great ceremony Saturday night at the Bell Centre. Liam has an amazing story of the time Guy came and pick him up in his helicopter to visit a dying fan in Shawville. Russ and Jim get into a discussion about mental health, therapy and how no one is immune to having mental issues. The boys discuss their mutual admiration of Flames head coach Darryl Sutter who says hockey fans just want honesty and hard work from their teams. Russ remembers when the Habs played an exhibition game at Moscow vs Central Red Army. Russ played in this game and says the fans threw vodka bottles at them. He tells us why it was the only game he actually hoped his team would lose!

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#147: Our Special Guest...Former NHL Defenceman JAMIE MACOUN!

Wed, 20 Apr 2022 13:05:00 GMT

We're joined in this one by former NHL defenceman Jamie Macoun, who has some amazing stories from his NHL days, particularly with the Calgary Flames and Toronto Maple Leafs. Russ never enjoyed going into the corner to battle with Macoun. Jamie talks about some colourful general managers he had in the past like Doug Risebrough who didn't exactly treat Doug Gilmour fairly. He had zero love for Toronto's associate GM duo of Ken Dryden and Mike Smith. Former teammate Mike Bullard felt a little too welcome at Jamie's house, even using his bathroom in the middle of the night. Lanny McDonald was always late for everything. Things got a little tense in Toronto when the Leafs acquired so many former Flames and Oilers and Jamie was NOT going to share a room with Glen Anderson. Toronto definitely wasn't an easy place to play when things weren't going well. And what happened in Jamie's post-NHL career that saw him get not one but two bank deposits for $16 million??? All that and more in this episode of the Suspendables!

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#146: Our Special Guest...Former NHLer THEO FLEURY!

Wed, 13 Apr 2022 07:00:00 GMT

Theo Fleury joins us in this episode. He and Russ swap memories of battling in the 1989 Stanley Cup (Theo's Flames beat Russ's Habs) then being teammates two years later in the Canada Cup. Theo talks a little about the Hall of Fame, saying being asked about it is one of his least favourite questions. He discusses how he had to create room for himself on the ice by getting creative. Some opponents would get his stick work, while others would get flattery. Theo and Russ are no fans of former referee Kerry Fraser. We discuss the game today versus the game in the 90s. An amazing story about the time Alan Eagleson came out of the stands, calling a timeout and then asking the American bench to help Canada. Theo talks about how his career might be different if a star teammate hadn't gotten injured. He also gets into his love of baseball and the Blue Jays. And finally he talks candidly about his youth and the all-too-common cycle of trauma, mental health and addiction, a cycle that came incredibly close to Theo taking his own life.

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#145: "Slash What You Can't Catch" - Our Special Guest...Former NHL Tough Guy CHRIS NILAN!

Wed, 06 Apr 2022 07:00:00 GMT

We're joined in this one by former NHL'er Chris Nilan, one of the most feared fighters of the 1980s. "Knuckles" (or Knux" for short) has a million great stories of his life in the NHL. He talks about the Montreal Canadiens only drafting him out of Northeastern as a favour to some guy. In his rookie AHL season, Nilan remembers the one fight in the American Hockey League that won him an NHL contract the next day. He also gets into having to hold down a construction job in his first two years in the NHL. Chris wasn't Jean Perron's biggest fan but he and Russ both loved Serge Savard. He remembers his time playing with Bob Gainey and Guy Carbonneau, one of the best checking lines in the league at the time. Nux shares his difficult journey in overcoming alcohol and drug addictions, his rise and fall in Montreal radio and what he thinks of today's game.

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#144 NHL Refs are Doing Auston Matthews NO Favours!

Wed, 30 Mar 2022 07:00:00 GMT

In this one, the boys get into the Will Smith slap at the Oscars. They talk about the passing this week of Ottawa Senators owner Eugene Melnyk. Russ is asked about the toughest part about being an NHL owner. Leafs GM Kyle Dubas talks about NHL officiating and how Auston Matthews draws almost five times fewer penalties than Connor McDavid. The boys admire the work that Sheldon Kennedy is doing; Russ shares a story of his son being called the "N" word and how he regrets not doing more after it happened. Team Canada finally qualifies for the men's World Cup again – the first time in 37 years. Jim tells some stories of getting his ass kicked.

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#143 Our Special Guest...Edmonton Oilers Analyst BOB STAUFFER!

Wed, 23 Mar 2022 07:00:00 GMT

We're joined in this one by Edmonton broadcaster Bob Stauffer. We discuss the NHL trade deadline. We get into fighting in the NHL and how the game cannot be policed by the referees alone. The boys swap some junior hockey stories from Russ' time in Victoria. Bob is adamant about not offering commentary on NHL players OFF the ice. What are the biggest changes Bob has seen in the game over the past 30 years? The time Wendel Clark took the wind out of Russ' sails. Cale Makar reminds Bob of Paul Coffey. The fellas tell some great Darryl Sutter stories. Bob tells us about the time Georges Laraque ran him over in pickup hockey. And we make some fearless Stanley Cup predictions.

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#142 Our Special Guest...Former NHL Tough Guy P.J. STOCK!

Wed, 16 Mar 2022 07:00:00 GMT

Russ meets his match in this one as he and PJ Stock get some serious chirping going. So many great stories and laughs in this one, like the hilarious story of PJ being told not to celebrate is annual NHL goal. He also tells the story of his first shift with Wayne Gretzky and the funny way that he signs off on his texts with Gretzky. They touch on the trade deadline; competing with each other in the Battle of the Blades; coaches they liked and didn't like; and PJ's hilarious stories about making his own fun as he rode the NHL pines.

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#141: Our Special Guest...Long Time Saints Head Coach SEAN PAYTON!

Wed, 09 Mar 2022 08:00:00 GMT

Who knew that former NFL head coach Sean Payton was such a big hockey fan? He talks about his love of the Broadstreet Bullies - the Philadelphia Flyers of the mid-1970s – and even fondly remembers their exhibition game against the Soviet Red Army. He tells a tale about his friend, Tampa Bay Lightning Head Coach Jon Cooper, and how the the student surpassed the master. He talks about the decision to step away as head coach of the New Orleans Saints and what's next for him. More coaching or a spot in an NFL broadcast booth? Sean remembers his brief time as a quarterback in Canada and we asked him if the Canadian league should consider going to NFL rules. He talks about his coaching career, the places he's been and the coaches who influenced him.

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#140: Jim is in Gretzky's Doghouse...Big Time!

Wed, 02 Mar 2022 15:10:00 GMT

This week, at Michael Jordan's super exclusive golf course, you won't believe what Jim did. He did something that Gretzky specifically asked him not to do and...it didn't go very well for our boy. They also talk about Martin St. Louis taking over as head coach of the Montreal Canadiens. They get into what life is like heading into the annual NHL trade deadline. We touch on the awful situation with Russia invading Ukraine. Russ's daughter is off to a fine start with Team Canada's U20 Soccer team as they attempt to qualify for the World Cup. All that, and much more!

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#139: Our Special Guest, From CBC TV's Heartland: CHRIS POTTER!

Wed, 16 Feb 2022 08:00:00 GMT

In this episode, we're joined by renowned Canadian actor Chris Potter, who plays the role of Tim Fleming on the CBC TV series "Heartland." Chris is a massive sports and has a ton of great stories in this one. He talks about his childhood, trying to decide between hockey and theatre. He remembers the conversation with his dad – a former Toronto Argonaut – that helped push him toward a career in acting. Chris talks about some of the former NHL players and actors he's played charity hockey with. He has some great memories about co-starring on the TV reboot of Kung Fu and what actor David Carradine was like. He remembers auditioning for a role, competing against an actor who's now as big as they get in Hollywood. The guys discuss the Winter Olympics, the LA Rams wining the Super Bowl and much more.

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#138 Rusty's Kids Just Can't Catch a Break!

Wed, 09 Feb 2022 08:00:00 GMT

With the Winter Olympics and NHL all-star weekend in full swing, Russ shares his experiences and how special it was to be chosen for both events. Postmedia's Doni Brennan joins us again this week. While he loved being an all-star, he can't remember the last time he watched all-star weekend. Meanwhile, his youngest daughter has been chosen for Team Canada's U20 Soccer club. Russ identifies the NHL superstar who took out Russ's front two teeth out and took him down for 18 stitches. Who's the most successful pro hockey player following his playing career? Doni cannot see Claude Giroux waiving his no-trade clause to join Ottawa, even though he makes his off-season home there. Bobby Ryan didn't make Team USA's Olympic hockey team...nor did he recognize half the squad.

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#137 Your Best Player Isn't Always Your Best Choice For Captain

Wed, 02 Feb 2022 08:00:00 GMT

We're joined by longtime sportswriter Doni Brennan from Postmedia, based in Ottawa. We discuss how the Evander Kane signing hasn't been a hit with every Oiler fan. We get a sports writer view of Leon's Draisatil heated exchange with an Edmonton media guy. Connor McDavid is the best player in the world, but is he truly Edmonton's best choice for captain? We ask Doni about not seeing eye to eye with the NHL team and some of the fans in his market. We discuss a little Team Canada soccer. The LA Rams are off to the Super and Russ was at Sunday's game. Steve Yzerman lets his hair down. The joke Jim played on his very wealthy buddy. Russ remembers his old Leafs head coach MIke Nykoluk, who passed away this week.

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#136 Will Evander Kane Find a New NHL Home?

Wed, 26 Jan 2022 08:00:00 GMT

This week, the guys discuss the awkwardness in Edmonton between Leon Draisaitl and a reporter who accused the superstar of being "Pissy" toward him. They talk a little about last week's guest, Mark Messier. They address the racism accusations over the weekend during a game in the East Coast Hockey League involving P.K. Subban's brother Jordan, a teammate of Russ's son Laughton. In fact, Laughton was on the ice when it happened. They get into the future of Evander Kane as the NHL looks into his contract situation and his COVID-19 protocol violation. Is it a good idea for someone to sign Kane or more trouble than it's worth? Russ had encounters this week involving actor Adam Sander and Amazon founder Jeff Bezos. And they talk about the most exciting weekend of NFL football anyone's seen in a very long time.

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#135 Our Special Guest: Hockey Hall of Famer MARK MESSIER!

Wed, 19 Jan 2022 08:00:00 GMT

We're joined in this one by six-time Stanley Cup winner Mark Messier. We talk about his new hockey analyst job with ESPN. We discuss his new book, No One Wins Alone. Mess gets into family and team lessons he learned from his dad; the importance of "glue" guys on championship teams; how the real game of hockey is between the ears. Mark shares the one big regret in his hockey career; they discuss his charity foundation; and he and Jimmy remember those Oiler dynasty years in Edmonton when they were roommates for a few weeks and how Mark intervened on Jimmy's decision to marry his girlfriend.

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#134: Our Special Guest, Former New Jersey Devil KEN DANEYKO!

Wed, 12 Jan 2022 08:00:00 GMT

Tons of laughs in this one as we're joined by three-time Stanley Cup winner Ken Daneyko. Ken is easy with a laugh and a force of nature in this one, bringing some great NHL stories! We discuss the game where Russ accidentally took out Ken's teeth. Ken has a great story about Devils' GM Lou Lamoriello and the day he helped him accept his role in the league. He discusses how the Devils' Cup winning teams were misunderstood as being boring "trap" teams. Ken remembers the day he was surprisingly drafted in round one – before the Devils even had a name yet – and the scout who put his job on the line for him that day. Ken and Russ have some stories about Bill Watters, the agent for both of them. What is was like being a top fighter in the NHL and sticking up for teammates. He remembers the game in Toronto when Lou gave him a little somethin-somethin' for defending a teammate. And Ken opens up about being one of the first NHL players ever to go public with entering the league's player assistance program. Some great stories about the excellence of Alex Mogilny, a mutual teammate. And Ken and Jim remember their party days together in Edmonton.

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#133: Edmonton Turns Cold...in More Ways Than One

Wed, 05 Jan 2022 23:30:00 GMT

This week, we review some of our famous hockey guests we had on the show in 2021. They were all fantastic! The boys also talk about a great story about the Canucks equipment guy who averted a cancer battle, thanks to a keen-eyed Seattle Kraken fan. We're inside a month away from the start of the Winter Olympics. Should the games be cancelled or should they go ahead? After an amazing start, the Edmonton Oilers have hit the skids and coach Dave Tippett is on the hot seat and his goalie isn't happy with him or the team's offensive support he's getting. Russ feels like Connor McDavid has had some selfish moments lately. A great story about a survivor from the Humboldt bus crash. That time Esa Tikkanen's wife completely messed up Jimmy's free taxi plan for the 1980's Oilers. And Jim's winter struggles with getting parts of his body frozen stuck on metal things.

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#132 Our Special Guest: Sportsnet Broadcaster ROB FAULDS!

Wed, 29 Dec 2021 15:05:00 GMT

Rob has some great stories from his days covering the Montreal Canadiens during the 80's and 90's – the years Russ was there. They talk about the Habs' 1990 "Friendship Tour" of the Soviet Union, including the infamous final game against the Red Army when an ugly brawl broke out. Rob also gets into what it was like being a member of the insatiable Montreal media and the work that went into it. He remembers some of his other career highlights also has some great advice for aspiring young broadcasters. Jim has a funny story about Harry Neale's prank on fellow broadcaster Don Wittman. The OHL's Sudbury Wolves actually had a stuffed, mangy Sudbury wolf to help them celebrate goals? Rob not only covered the Habs but he's still a pretty big Habs' fan today. Russ talks about the good work he and his brothers are doing with the Courtnall Society for Mental Health. Rob is asked about recent allegations that some media members infringe on athlete mental health. The fellas also look at some of the top sports moments in 2021, including Montreal's surprise run to the Cup Final. Russ' daughters are carrying on the Team Canada tradition!

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#131 Classic Stories from Wayne Gretzky's Personal Caddy

Wed, 22 Dec 2021 08:00:00 GMT

Russ and Jungle are joined this week by Jimmy Melton, Wayne Gretzky's personal caddy at Sherwood Country Club for over 20 years. The boys discuss how he became a caddy, and how he became Gretzky's caddy. Melton has some great stories about caddying for the Great One, along with actors Sean Connery and Joe Pesci and the great Tiger Woods. Why didn't Jimmy, who's spent his life in golf, recognize Tiger at first? What did Pesci tell him that calmed Jimmy down? What did one caddy do to Connery, who was apparently notoriously cheap? Jimmy has run into a little trouble at customs over the years, trying to cross the border with things he shouldn't have. Jungle remembers how emotional he got when he and Jimmy arrived at Augusta and how Jimmy was having none of it. Jungle has some interesting facts about hockey's Spengler Cup.

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#130 Will NHL Players Choose to Stay Home From Olympics?

Wed, 15 Dec 2021 08:00:00 GMT

In this episode, the boys discuss the Olympics and whether NHL players will participate, given they could end up quarantined for up to 5 weeks. They get into the trick play known as The "Michigan" and whether plays like that, including the one Trevor Zegras pulled off this week are good for the game or not. John Tortorella didn't think so this week on ESPN. They touch on the Grey Cup game, They also get into some memorable scams they've been part of or heard about over the years. Russ tells some stories about his old Leafs' teammate Tiger Williams, the most penalized player in NHL history. Would you rather play hockey in a pressure-packed NHL market or a low key one where most people don't care about hockey that much? Is it a good idea to give the captaincy to a young NHL player? Russ has a golf game this week with former NHLer Dany Heatley. And much more!!

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#129 Our Special Guest: Karaoke Legend/Former NHLer DOUG BODGER!

Wed, 08 Dec 2021 08:00:00 GMT

This week we're joined by former NHL defenceman Doug Bodger, who played over 1000 games in the league. Doug has some fantastic stories. He and Russ talk about the long and winding road that led to their friendship and what was supposed to be their farewell NHL tour as teammates in LA. The boys talk about Mario Lemieux, Doug's old teammate in Pittsburgh. He and Mario were drafted by the Pens 7 picks apart in the 1984 NHL draft. Apparently Mario didn't make the best first impression on the franchise or his Penguins teammates. But that lasted about 5 seconds. Doug has some great stories about life on the road - karaoke, curfews, measuring belly buttons and a classic story about former Canucks head coach Marc Crawford at a Montreal steakhouse that signalled the end of Doug's career. Doug remembers golfing with Tiger...Tiger Williams, that is, and something called neighbourhood golf. And the two former Canucks also discuss this week's firing of head coach Travis Green and GM Jim Benning, Russ's former Leafs' teammate.

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#128 Hey! There's No Biting in Hockey!

Wed, 01 Dec 2021 08:00:00 GMT

This week we discuss the wages of NHL sins, including Brendan Lemieux's suspension for biting Brady Tkachuk and Brad Marchand's 3 gamer for slew footing Oliver Ekman-Larsson. Can Alex Ovechkin truly beat Wayne Gretzky's career goal scoring record? We get into the Marc Bergevin firing in Montreal or perhaps he was leaving anyway? Will Patrick Roy replace him? He sure wants to. We discuss fighting in the NHL and how staged fighting is a joke. The Leafs abandoned their dress code and they're winning again. Coincidence? Will COVID interrupt NHLers going to the Olympics. And oh yes, you'll never think about public hot tubs the same way again...

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#127 Three Things That Always Tell the Truth

Wed, 24 Nov 2021 08:00:00 GMT

In this week's show, it's safe to say money comes pretty easy to the Great One. Russ discusses balancing NHL life and a young family and how his daughter and her fiance – NFL star Eric Kendricks – are helping raise money and awareness on Instagram for mental health (https://www.instagram.com/wearedualcitizen). Russ has the best punch line about 3 things that always tell the truth. The boys swap some stories about pot, brownies and guzzling wine with Cheech from Cheech and Chong. Russ remembers some of the best NHL tough guys, best mentors and best rivalries during his career. The time Markus Naslund drunk dialled Russ. Jim has a fun story about having Bobby Hull on as a radio guest after a hard night of drinking.

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#126 Standin' in the Hall of Fame

Wed, 17 Nov 2021 08:00:00 GMT

In this episode, the boys discuss this week's latest inductions into the Hockey Hall of Fame - former Calgary Flames captain Jarome Iginla, three-time Stanley Cup champion Marian Hossa, defencemen Kevin Lowe and Doug Wilson — and Canadian women's national team goalie Kim St-Pierre. Edmonton Oilers general manager Ken Holland goes in as a builder. They discuss COVID shutting down the Ottawa Senators, with 10 players going into COVID protocol. John Tortorella has some unsolicited advice on ESPN for Connor McDavid. Also, Russ recalls his days in prep school at Notre Dame in Saskatchewan, including the hazards of Hall Sliding, a food called Icky Krafty (or something like that) and the school nurse that he and most of his teammates were smitten with.

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#125 Our Special Guest: NHL Winger BOBBY RYAN!

Wed, 10 Nov 2021 08:00:00 GMT

A great conversation today with free agent NHL forward Bobby Ryan. We discuss Bobby's unusual NHL draft day in 2005 when he was drafted 2nd overall right behind Sidney Crosby. Bobby recalls his first pro hockey game where things got a little out of hand. He talks about what it was like to play in Anaheim and then Ottawa and how different the hockey spotlight was in each city. We ask him about the pressure of effectively replacing Daniel Alfredsson, the most beloved player in Ottawa Senators history. A funny story about Kevin Dineen – Bobby's favourite coach – who once jumped in a boat and hit him with a surprise training session. We also get into some alternative uses for peanut butter and a funny story about the time Bobby went golfing with our producer Steve. And some serious discussion as well as Bobby talks candidly about this time in the NHL player assistance program for alcohol issues. And the incredible story of Bobby's childhood, including his father's issues that led to Bobby moving around and even changing his surname.

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#124 Halloween and Montreal's Scary Start

Wed, 03 Nov 2021 07:00:00 GMT

In this one, the boys discuss their respective Halloweens and get into the Montreal Canadiens early season struggles. They take more listener emails, such as how each of the guys got their nicknames; What would Russ tell his younger self? They get into how tricky it is to balance NHL hockey with having a new family. What NHL legend showed up four hours before game time? You'll want to hear about the unique pre-game meal he and Russ shared in their Montreal days. Russ remembers the time that teammate Glen Healy stopped him in his tracks when he tried to make a dressing room fashion statement. Some memories and stories about Petr Nedved; current TV shows the boys are watching and who was faster? Russ or Mike Modano? Will Jim ever remember our show's email address?

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#123 The Leafs are Strrrruggling Out of the Gate

Wed, 27 Oct 2021 07:00:00 GMT

This week, Russ just got home from a cross country trek to South Carolina to see his son play in the East Coast League. He talks about a chance encounter with a listener. Jim tells his favourite joke of all time. The boys talk about the brutal honesty and wit of Brett Hull. Mark Messier has a new book and Russ shares a few memories of playing with Mess in New York. The Leafs are off to a very poor start. Russ believes strongly in road ice advantage. The boys disagree about Alex Ovechkin's ugly hit from behind on Ottawa forward Nick Paul. And they discuss the fan who gave back Tom Brady's record setting game ball that, had he kept it, could have been worth over half a million bucks!

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#122 Gretzky and Messier Debut as Regular TV Analysts

Wed, 20 Oct 2021 07:00:00 GMT

This week the boys review their recent interview with Dan Quinn. Listenership continues to skyrocket! Russ tells a great story about a classic burn from Paul Coffey. The guys get into the times Russ got suspended – once from The Keg and once from his 6th grade playground. They discuss whether coaches or managers actually ask their players to cross the line. Lenny Dykstra made how much money from his car wash business? The guys review how their pals – Wayne Gretzky, Mark Messier, Chris Chelios, Rick Tocchet and others – made out in their new TV debuts. Imagine being on a 2 on 1 with Gretzky and setting him up perfectly. Russ did just that in New York. Russ talks about his trade to Montreal, why he chose #6 and how he wished he'd been able to learn French. And they take listener emails, one of which set Russ on an emotional road, talking in detail about the tragic story of his father.

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#121 Our Special Guest: Former NHL'er DAN QUINN!

Wed, 13 Oct 2021 07:00:00 GMT

This week we're joined by Russ' old teammate and fellow 1983 NHL first rounder Dan Quinn. Dan talks about his dad, a former Ottawa Rough Rider; He discusses a little golf – being one of the top players on the celebrity golf tour, caddying for PGA star Ernie Els and how Bubba Watson repeatedly snubbed him. Dan recalls how intimidated he was when a 20 on 20 pre-game brawl broke out in warm up before in his first road game in junior. The boys discuss how some players used to scout other teams for information they could use to chirp opponents. Russ remembers the time Dan got off a great line about the bald guys on their team. Dan recounts his days playing with Mario Lemieux in Pittsburgh, how shy Mario was, and the night Mario was stuck at 199 points on the final night of the regular season. Russ tells an amazing story about how some players used to help out other players – even opponents – when they were close to bonuses. Referee Denis Morel was in no mood for shenanigans the night Russ returned to Montreal to face his old team. More tales of NHL initiation. And much more!

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#120: Russ Remembers When NHL Rookie Hazing Was Still a Thing

Wed, 06 Oct 2021 07:01:00 GMT

This week's the boys discuss the amazing feedback from last week's emotional interview with Corey Hirsch. Russ talks about his friendship with former Today host Billy Bush, the invitation to his 50th birthday and the infamous recording on Donald Trump's bus. The guys discuss fame and celebrity which definitely has its down side.With the NHL preseason underway, Russ remembers his NHL rookie camp in Toronto when hazing was definitely still a thing. He also recalls how his game had to change when he was traded to the Montreal Canadiens. They discuss Brady Tkachuk, the NHL's last remaining RFA holdout and what's going on in Ottawa. They get into why Paul Henderson should be in the Hall of Fame and Robin Lehner's serious accusations about how some NHL organizations dole out pain medication.

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#119: Our Special Guest: Former NHL Goalie COREY HIRSCH!

Wed, 29 Sep 2021 07:00:00 GMT

In this episode, we're joined by Canucks broadcaster Corey Hirsch, former NHL goalie, Russ's former teammate and 1994 Olympic silver medalist. The boys tell some great stories in this one – stories about former NHL coach Mike Keenan and Marc Crawford; golfing with actor Jason Bateman; an incredible story about Russ' wife and an awkward dinner invitation from Bill Cosby; the time Russ and Corey almost got lost at sea; their time at the Playboy mansion; some very expensive IOU's from team card games; how drinking out of the Stanley Cup is kind of gross; the hilarious line that Hirsch uses to deal with hecklers from Sweden; and finally, an emotional conversation about Hirsch's mental health struggles, nearly taking his own life and his incredible, harrowing and inspiring road back.

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#118 Nobody Does Retirement Better Than Russ!

Wed, 22 Sep 2021 04:16:00 GMT

This week, we learn that Russ isn't real strong at appropriately responding to Jim's texts. Some great news on some high calibre, upcoming guests. The boys swap some great stories about Chris Chelios, who's coming on the show soon. They talk about Zdeno Chara signing with the Islanders and how retiring from the game is never easy. They get into Matthew Tkachuk chiming in on his brother Brady's contract talks in Ottawa. Russ has some stories about Harold Ballard who was often controversial but was always good to Russ. And the fellas remember Canadian stand-up comedy great Norm MacDonald who passed away this week at the age of 61.

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#117 That's the Prime Minister on the Phone!!

Wed, 15 Sep 2021 04:00:00 GMT

The NFL is back and Russ was at the LA Rams home opener on Sunday night. He watched Aaron Donald's father almost as much as the actual game. He also shares his discussion with Minnesota Vikings star linebacker Eric Kendricks, his soon-to-be son-in-law. They get into the fun of tailgating and Jim remembers his hilarious failed attempt to sneak a bunch of booze into his university's big annual football game versus their cross-town rivals. They discuss the amazing run of Leylah Fernandez at the US Open and the intense media pressure the young players face. Russ remembers the time he almost ran for politics and why his wife was super embarrassed after a call from the Prime Minister. The boys get into some advice for young athletes. And they talk about their podcast growth plans with Eddy from Elite Digital Marketing.

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#116 Carolina Gets Revenge on the Habs

Wed, 08 Sep 2021 04:00:00 GMT

In this episode:

The boys talk about the new documentary on a 1990's United Hockey League team run by an alleged gangster who gave the team to his 17 year old son to run.
The boys swap some old car stories, although Russ says he's not really a car guy...sure you're not, Russ.
It's no fun playing for a team after they announce they're about to relocate to another city.
Reaction to the PGA clamping down on fans chirping Bryson DeChambeau
The night the Habs brawled with the Soviets
They discuss the Habs decision not to match Carolina's offer sheet to Jesperi Kotkaniemi and tell a great story from 2007 - the last time an NHL team didn't match an offer sheet.
The incredible story of the time Russ almost died in an Italian cycling crash
Would Russ like to get into hockey management?
Russ' old teammate Todd Harvey didn't lack for confidence as a rookie

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#115 Our Special Guest: Former Edmonton Oilers' Captain RON CHIPPERFIELD!

Wed, 01 Sep 2021 04:00:00 GMT

This week we're joined by Ron Chipperfield, who was Wayne Gretzky's captain in his early days with the Oilers. Russ talks about almost getting into a recent scrap with his "little" brother and the time he and his wife booked the suite from the movie "Pretty Woman.". Ron discusses what Wayne was like as he entered the league and reveals one of Wayne's odd dressing room superstitions. The boys swap some stories about Ace Bailey who perished in the 911 attack and also played with the Oilers in those days. Ron talks about his time in pro hockey in Italy where he put up over 4 points per game' what is was like running a player agency for a long time and why a single comment from his client caused him to stop playing golf for 20 years. That and much, MUCH more on this week's episode!

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#114: What It's Like to Play for the Montreal Canadiens

Wed, 25 Aug 2021 04:00:00 GMT

In this episode, we read your emails and give a few listener shoutouts. The boys discuss the difficult hockey news from the past week. Russ describes what it was like to play for the Montreal Canadiens and then, later, be around their Hall of Fame alumni. He talks about his pickup hockey games with some of Hollywood's biggest names. Who taught Russ how to fight? Russ gives us some BBQ tips and much, MUCH more!!

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#113: Our Special Guest: Hockey Night in Canada's RON MACLEAN!

Wed, 18 Aug 2021 04:00:00 GMT

We're joined today by Hockey Night in Canada's Ron MacLean. They discuss Kevin Bieksa's rising star in broadcasting and how Wayne Gretzky will fare as he jumps into the hockey media. Ron talks about how Hockey Night in Canada handled things after Don Cherry. Speaking of his old partner, Ron tells some classic Grapes stories. Early in his career, Ron suffered from panic attacks and anxiety. The boys discuss Ron's preparation for each broadcast. The time Alex Burrows and his fan base weren't real happy with him.

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#112 Russ is the Best Guy to Play Blackjack With

Wed, 11 Aug 2021 04:00:00 GMT

Russ talks about his pal, Jon Cooper, who was named as Canada's Olympic hockey coach. Is it tough to coach a team of strangers at a short hockey tournament, even though it's a team of all stars? We talk about the summer Olympics that just wrapped up, how Canada did and which sports are being dropped from the next games. They also get into proper etiquette at the blackjack tables. And Mikey from Frameworth Sports Marketing jumps on with us to discuss a great new contest on The Suspendables and how/what you can win.

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#111: Our Special Guest: Former NHL'er RAY WHITNEY!

Wed, 04 Aug 2021 04:00:00 GMT

We're joined today by Ray Whitney, the 65th best scorer in NHL history. Today, Ray is golfing his face off and also part of the NHL Department of Player Safety team. Ray discusses how DOPS makes its decisions and his role in them. Ray talks about how he was robbed of his one career NHL fight and also the hardest hit ever received. Hint: the hitter was a Hall of Famer. The guys discuss fighting in the NHL and how it still has a role in the game. They talk about the time Ray got on the wrong side of Zdeno Chara. They also discuss:

Ray's days with the 80's Oilers when he was their stick boy and his Dad was their practice goalie
Some hilarious pranks Ray pulled on teammates
A classic story of revenge on teammate Aaron Ward
How Ray didn't get along so well with most of his coaches
memories of winning the 2006 Stanley Cup
and the player Ray thinks needs to be in the Hall of Fame before they even think of looking at him

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#110: Our Special Guest: Hall of Famer BRIAN LEETCH!

Thu, 22 Jul 2021 02:05:00 GMT

On this week's show, the boys welcome Brian Leetch - Hall of Famer, two-time Norris Trophy winner, first American-born winner of the Conn Smythe Trophy, one of only five NHL defensemen to score 100 points in a season, Calder Trophy winner, and the guy that Mark Messier once referred to as the "Greatest New York Ranger of All Time." Brian talks about the game today and how it's changed; his time in NHL player safety, some amazing stories about former head coach Mike Keenan, who he didn't always see eye to eye with...to put it mildly. They get into discussions about Stanley Cup celebrations, Brian's baseball career, the importance of playing multiple sports, what it's like to play in big cities like New York and Toronto...and much more!

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#109 Lightning Strikes Twice!!

Wed, 14 Jul 2021 04:00:00 GMT

Tampa Bay wins the cup! Russ talks about his buddy, Lightning head coach Jon Cooper, and the hilarious video Cooper sent him after the big victory. They talk about Nikita Kucherov's antics, swagger and comments as well and the big Tampa Bay Stanley Cup boat parade. Who and what would Russ think about if he had won the Cup? What's it like to not be protected in an expansion draft, to hear that your team deems you to be expendable? Will the NHL one day expand to Europe? The boys talk a little EURO 2020. Russ hates deciding games on penalties. And some great emails from the good listener.

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#108 Only the Champs Get to Hoist the Stanley Cup

Wed, 07 Jul 2021 04:00:00 GMT

With the Cup being awarded this week, Russ and Jim talk about childhood hockey dreams along with their fun experiences and crazy stories with Lord Stanley's mug. They talk about their pals, Wayne Gretzky, Mark Messier, and Chris Chelios, all getting into the NHL broadcasting business this fall. Russ gets a shoutout from Ron MacLean. The boys get into the high cost of minor hockey...$400 for a stick??!! Russ talks about how he effectively dealt with a hockey dad who was screaming up in the stands. They talk about some of Russ' mental health fundraisers. Russ has some barbecue tips, outlining how he prepares both steak and salmon. And the difficult news about Matīss Kivlenieks, the Columbus Blue Jackets goalie who died this week after being struck by a 4th of July firework.

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#107 Our Special Guest: The Amazing HAYLEY WICKENHEISER!

Wed, 30 Jun 2021 12:45:00 GMT

She's the greatest women's hockey player of all time, a Hockey Hall of Famer, an author, an Olympic softball player, Leafs executive and, oh yeah, we catch her the day before she begins her medical career and day one of her residency. Hayley Wickenheiser joins us this week! Jim spends a few days outlining Hayley's accomplishments and asks about all the hats she's worn in her career. They discuss different kinds of leadership. She and Russ get into their Olympic hockey memories, including the crazy parties in the village and which Olympic athletes could you always count on to have beer in their rooms. You won't believe what the Russian players would do for free beer. Hayley discussed the state of women's professional hockey and where she'd like to see it go. She talks about the books she's written and "This is Our Shot," the campaign she's involved in to crush COVID-19 vaccine hesitancy. Plus much, much more!

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#106: Our Special Guest: Sportsnet's KEN REID!

Wed, 23 Jun 2021 04:00:00 GMT

We're joined this week by Sportsnet's Ken Reid - sportscaster, author and hockey card aficionado. Ken talks about his journey to landing his dream job. We get the lowdown on what mens league hockey looks like in Ken's hometown in Pictou, Nova Scotia. The guys get into all kinds of hockey talk, including a discussion about characters like Stephane Richer, Harold Ballard and Eddie Shack, who Ken wrote a recent book about. They talk about their personal TV bloopers over the years. Ken discusses his books about the NHL's one goal wonders and one game wonders. They also get into a discussion about their experiences with mental health issues. And the time, when he was a kid, that Ken bumped into Russ's mom.

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#105 Our Special Guest: Hockey Trivia Legend LIAM MAGUIRE!

Wed, 16 Jun 2021 04:00:00 GMT

We're joined by NHL trivia expert Liam Maguire - a hockey historian, a published author, radio host, TV personality and probably the biggest Habs' fan in the world Russ relives some Stanley cup Playoff memories. But Liam probably knows as much about Russ's hockey career as he does. Liam talks about Montreal Canadiens history and why they're regarded as an iconic franchise. An interesting story about Larry Robinson when he was just starting out. He also discusses the time he met Russ for the first time when the Leafs were in Montreal. Borje Salming saved Russ from getting into trouble that night. Liam did something special at the Montreal Forum that no one else ever did. And, back in the day, Russ spent a bit too much money on a fun night in a hotel room...and cheeseburgers.

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#104: The Habs Won the North? Seriously?

Wed, 09 Jun 2021 04:00:00 GMT

The boys offer up some thoughts on the Montreal Canadiens surprising playoff run so far. Russ spills the goods on Patrick Roy's pre-game good luck charm. The time Bob Gainey lost it on his goalie, Jon Casey The best 3 athletes Russ ever saw The time Russ pulled a fast one on teammate Mark Tinordi who tended to be tight with a buck Russ had a great night with the LA Rams...including his neighbour Andrew Whitworth along with Matthew Stafford and Cooper Kupp. Talking about the workout regimen of Russ's soon-to-be son-in-law Eric Kendricks, an all-pro with the Minnesota Vikings. Some further thoughts on Naomi Osaka withdrawing from another tournament. Russ feuded with Pat Burns but liked that he allowed the boys to have a couple of beers in the hotel the night before a game. Some classic stories of players breaking curfew

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#103 Leafs Eliminated in Round One...Again!

Wed, 02 Jun 2021 05:00:00 GMT

A quick review of the Wendel Clark episode The fellas react after the Leafs' Game 7 loss to Montreal. Why did the Habs win? Who does Russ cheer for when his two former teams face each other? Who does all the talking during intermissions at playoff time and what do they say? The boys talk about tennis star Naomi Osaka who refused to talk to the media this week at The French Open. After round one, she gets fined and then withdraws. Russ talks about his bad experience with the Montreal media, some of whom turned on him after he missed 41 games due to injury. He also talks about his regret in going to the media with a trade demand. The playoffs are great for Canada because 1 of the final four will be a Canadian team Russ got #InOne over the weekend during/after a golf round with Mike Commodore The time that Jimmy played Russ' feisty voice mail over and over on his radio show The boys react to their pal, Wayne Gretzky, leaving the Oilers and going to the broadcast world.

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#102 Our Special Guest: Former Leaf Captain WENDEL CLARK!

Wed, 26 May 2021 04:01:00 GMT

We're joined today by former Toronto Maple Leafs captain Wendel Clark! Wendel and Russ reminisce about their days playing together in Toronto. Wendel talks about his childhood in Saskatchewan and why hockey won out over farming! A hilarious story about Bill Derlago Dave Lumley was always tight with a buck Memories of their head coaches Dan Maloney and John Brophy Russ always appreciated having such a talented linemate who was always the best bodyguard What made Gary Leeman one of the best athletes the boys have ever seen Why Wendel and Russ never minded the pressure of playing in Toronto Wendel has a hilarious response about the classic 1993 Western Final vs LA Clarkie had a good fighting history with Marty McSorley Why was Wendel so late to fighting in hockey? They discuss recent lawsuits by former junior hockey players who complain they were pushed into being fighters Wendel and Russ swap minor hockey coaching stories and Russ talks about Auston Matthews early greatness. The unique way that Wendel found out he was traded from Toronto after 9 years there. What Wendel thinks about the Leafs' playoff chances this spring Some high accolades for construction of the Winnipeg Jets

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#101 Is This Finally the Leafs' Year?

Wed, 19 May 2021 04:01:00 GMT

Russ' daughter is named to the Sports Illustrated swimsuit edition. The Stanley Cup Playoffs are upon us! The boys talk about some of the action so far. Russ, who played for both Toronto and Montreal, thinks the Leafs will win, but also reminds us that anything can happen in the playoffs, especially when you have Carey Price. Why is Toronto in a 54 year Stanley Cup drought? Russ shares some of his playoff memories. The time an NHL owner put $100,000 dollars on a table in his team's dressing room, saying the players can have it if they win. He feels like the young Leafs team of the 80s would have been a contender if the club hadn't been so impatient. Russ thinks Florida and Tampa Bay is going to be the best series of the entire playoffs. The boys discuss Sam Bennett's suspension for hitting from behind. If Russ were a coach, what would he be telling his team this time of year? Why is the Stanley Cup the hardest to win? Maybe too gruelling?

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#100 It's Our 100th Episode!!!

Wed, 12 May 2021 04:01:00 GMT

It's our 100th episode!! Russ talks about the Gretzky interview and how the Great One told some stories he's never told before The boys answer some emails and Jim gives a shoutout to every listener ever Russ talks about the sports autographs business The boys get into the Capitals-Rangers mess, sparked by the suspendable Tom Wilson, along with the unprecedented Rangers' press release and the firing of top Ranger executives John Davidson and Jeff Gorton. Do NHL teams need to restore the enforcer role? The Seattle Kraken and their expansion draft The guys marvel at Connor McDavid's 100 points in 53 games Two NHL coaches — John Tortorella and Rick Tocchet — part company with their teams. Could one be Seattle-bound?

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#99 Our Special Guest: WAYNE GRETZKY!

Wed, 05 May 2021 06:00:00 GMT

Our special guest is Wayne Gretzky! Wayne has zero issues with anyone who wants to wear #99. He talks about how his parents completely wasted their money buying him braces Wayne shares many heartfelt and funny stories about his father, who passed away in March. He talks about why he would sneak home unannounced when he went to visit his parents He updates us on what his family is up to Wayne discusses how close he was to actually playing for Winnipeg instead of Edmonton And he vividly remembers the final game he played in Canada, a game in Ottawa

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#98 The Highs and Lows of Playing in Montreal

Wed, 28 Apr 2021 12:26:00 GMT

This week the guys talk about social media abuse is rampant and how one sport is taking serious action against it. Russ recalls how it felt getting booed by his home crowd in Montreal Then scoring a Game 7 overtime winner vs Hartford! Dealing with a fluke shoulder injury that changed everything in Montreal Jason Spezza led a player initiative to get Leaf players to pool their money to help out lesser paid AHL players in their organization. Russ remembers an amazing act of giving from an unlikely source Russ' old teammate, Patrick Roy wants back in the NHL...

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#97 Breaking Gordie Howe's Record!

Wed, 21 Apr 2021 04:01:00 GMT

The boys talk about the retirement of quarterback Alex Smith and his inspirational comeback from a shattered leg and multiple surgeries. Jim talks about his father's battle with Huntington's Disease. What it meant to Russ to be an NHL player. What Gordie Howe didn't like about the game. They discuss Columbus head coach John Tortorella making Max Domi a healthy scratch. Russ discusses other coaches, the coaching styles that most helped him and the styles that bothered him. The boys also discuss the amazing charity work Tortorella does. Russ used to write down his personal goals as an NHL player and shares a few of them with us. Patrick Marleau breaking Gordie Howe's NHL record for most games played Russ talks about his embarrassing moment with Patrick Marleau A little golf talk...Jim's story about billeting LPGA star Danielle Kang And Russ's club wouldn't let this superstar become an honorary member?

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#96 Reviewing the Masters and the Trade Deadline

Wed, 14 Apr 2021 07:00:00 GMT

Today we get into our pet peeves, the things that really drive us crazy. Russ's favourite neighbour moves away...he was a Great One We talk about another great edition of The Masters, and how cool and humble Hideki Matsuyama is. Wait, how many hole in ones has Jack Nicklaus had? Our producer, Steve Warne (also a long time sports talk radio host), helps us break down the NHL trade deadline. Taylor Hall is traded to Boston. Why did he sign a one year deal with Buffalo in the first place? Toronto brings in Nick Foligno. A nice acquisition but was a first rounder too much? Red Wings GM Steve Yzerman pulls off an incredible deal that will really help their rebuild.

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#95 The NHL Trade Deadline and Our Adventures with Tony Danza

Wed, 07 Apr 2021 07:00:00 GMT

The boys discuss the Vancouver Canucks COVID outbreak this week and a few of their own thoughts on vaccines. The Texas Rangers home opener is allowed a full house for their home opener. Connor McDavid gets the maximum NHL fine for an elbowing penalty against Montreal. Wait, the maximum is only $5000??!! What's it like for players to live through the NHL trade deadline, whether they're on the block or not? Jim asks Russ to share some memories about his NHL draft day, going 7th overall to the Leafs in 1983. The early, crusty days of Darryl Sutter's return to Calgary The fun of playing NHL hockey in Los Angeles The boys both have great personal anecdotes about hanging with actor Tony Danza from “Taxi” and “Who's the Boss?” fame. The legend of Ray Ferraro and "Booze Can," the hilarious fictional character he played when he and Russ were teammates and roommates. Jim grills Russ on who the top 25 NHL players of all time are Possible list... 1. Gordie Howe 2. Wayne Gretzky 3. Bobby Orr 4. Mario Lemieux 5. Maurice “Rocket” Richard 6. Bobby Hull 7. Jean Beliveau 8. Mark Messier 9. Guy Lafleur 10. Doug Harvey 11. Martin Brodeur 12. Patrick Roy 13. Nicklas Lidstrom 14. Sidney Crosby 15. Terry Sawchuk 16. Ray Bourque 17. Steve Yzerman 18. Mike Bossy 19. Eddie Shore 20. Stan Mikita 21. Alex Ovechkin 22. Jaromir Jagr 23. Howie Morenz 24. Denis Potvin 25. Phil Esposito

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#94 Dirty Deeds

Wed, 31 Mar 2021 07:00:00 GMT

Russ has a theory on why Jimmy cannot sell his house in the hottest market ever. Jim talks about his days as a realtor and, during one showing, an embarrassing, painful episode After the Aaron Ekblad injury, Russ remembers some bad injuries he's witnessed, along with some of his own Has Russ ever witnessed a coach telling a player to go out and hurt an opponent? Which skill players in Russ's era were hardest to contain? Chris Chelios's story about constantly getting burned by Mario Lemieux Jim's mom's run-in with Mario Lemieux Dirty hits by guys like Tom Wilson and Milan Lucic Why did Russ lose his mind watching minor hockey in LA? The boys give their take on the NHL's dismissal of referee Tim Peel

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#93 Wild Golf Trip Stories!

Wed, 24 Mar 2021 12:15:00 GMT

Russ talks about a fundraiser for his friend... We discuss Thomas Hickey's incredible battle though adversity to play his first game for the Islanders in almost two years. How do you stay motivated on a hockey team that's already way out of the playoff race? They address Erik Karlsson's recent comments that he doesn't want to go through in San Jose what he went through in Ottawa. Russ's friend "MC" joins us to talk about a wild, and we mean WILD golf story with Russ at Pebble Beach that had a $200K calcutta and an incident that led to an arrest

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#92 Our Special Guest: Former Leaf GARY LEEMAN!

Wed, 17 Mar 2021 07:01:00 GMT

Our special guest is Russ' former Leaf teammate, Gary Leeman. This week, the guys talk about: The time Pete Mahovlich stepped in to save Jimmy from a beating. What Gary is up to these days and where he's living Jimmy's memory of hanging with Gary in Truro Nova Scotia. Gary and Russ talk about staying involved with charity through NHL and Leafs alumni events The boys talk about their times together at Notre Dame And the decision to leave home to play prep school at Notre Dame Riding shotgun with Bryan Fogarty Memories, stories and impressions of former Leafs coach John Brophy Gary talks about Russ being traded for John Kordic and how that deal shouldn't have been allowed by the league. He talks about the Leafs deal to acquire two future hall of famers completely disrupted their rebuild Wait, HOW many Leafs players were smokers when Russ and Gary played??? Dark days in Calgary after Gary got hit in the head with a deflected Al MacInnis slap shot Why Gary switched his agent and orchestrated a trade out of Calgary

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#91 Farewell, Walter...

Wed, 10 Mar 2021 08:00:00 GMT

An emotional show this week as the boys discuss their friend, Walter Gretzky —Canada's Hockey Dad—who passed away last week at the age of 82. They discuss:

Russ meeting Walter at the 1991 Canada Cup when he and Wayne played together for Team Canada. Walter had great sympathy at that tournament for 18 year old Eric Lindros.
Going for walks and telling stories with Walter and his friend Charlie Henry.
They discuss Wayne's amazing, emotional eulogy.
How Walter was always inquisitive and genuinely wanted to get to know everyone.
A great story of Walter's awkward encounter with another passenger while flying first-class and being excited to go see Wayne break Gordie Howe's all-time scoring record.
How Walter wasn't really a fan of the time Wayne bought him a brand new Cadillac.
How he loved to take photos...and present them to people
Emails from people touched by Walter's life.
How Russ' wife, Paris, basically learned the rules of hockey from Walter's wife, Phyllis.

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#90 Our Special Guest: Oilers Great KEVIN LOWE!

Wed, 03 Mar 2021 08:00:00 GMT

This week the boys relive some great stories and the Edmonton Oilers' dynasty of the 1980's. The time Jim moved in with Kevin. Memories of hitting golf balls off Jim's car Jim takes a week to list off Kevin accomplishments Kevin remembers his final year of playing, signing a 3 year deal with the Oilers, one year to play, two year to coach Kevin doesn't miss dealing with agents Some great memories about the Winter Olympic Hockey Tournament 2002 when Canada broke its 50 year gold medal drought.

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#89 Our Special Guest: TSN Host JAMES DUTHIE!

Wed, 24 Feb 2021 08:00:00 GMT

Russ and Jim are joined this week by TSN Hockey host and author, James Duthie. The boys talk about Duthie's latest book Beauties: Hockey's Greatest Untold Stories. They zoom in on some fantastic stories about Luc Robitaille, Marc Bergevin, Gordie Howe, Darcy Tucker, Pat Quinn, Brian Kilrea and others. They discuss how TSN is pulling off hockey with all the safety challenges. Will the NHL be able to get all 56 games in this year? The night James dropped his lapel microphone on air and the hilarious scene when the camera went back to him. Why James probably won't get to be at Augusta for the Masters this year.

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#88 Digging into Russ' Past

Wed, 17 Feb 2021 08:00:00 GMT

Today, Jim quizzes Russ about the info his Wikipedia page What was Russ like as a kid? Russ talks about days on the school yard and life playing prep school hockey in Notre Dame in Saskatchewan He remembers his late father's promise Russ also talks about leaving home at 14. Was he homesick? He talked about his Hounds teammates Wendel Clark, Gary Leeman, Gord Kluzak and other ND players who made the NHL Russ tells a great story of when he realized he had at a chance to get to the show The unusual way Russ found out he'd made the 1991 Canada Cup…and he made it ahead of two NHL superstars. He remembers playing for Canada at the 1984 World Juniors and then heading straight to play at Olympics. So why were his older Team Canada teammates initially annoyed with him? Why did playing in a city like New York have advantages over playing in Montreal and Toronto? Russ tells a very emotional story about his dear friend Ron who recently passed away…and you won't believe the incredible thing Wayne Gretzky did for him. Is the NHL's intense schedule affecting the quality of the performances? Wait, Russ' dream foursome includes Winston Churchill?

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#87 Russ' Brother Saved Him from the Wrath of Dale Hunter

Wed, 10 Feb 2021 08:00:00 GMT

Jim crushes our producer Steve in NFL betting Russ lost on KC but he's happy for Tom Brady Russ shares Paris' perspective on what's it's like to be married to an NHL player? And what things are like after retirement? The Super Bowl streaker We're got some stories on how to talk your way into great sports tickets Stories of Russ facing off against his brother Geoff Why you can't chirp guys as much anymore Advice for young players before they enter the NHL Russ has a great story his brother tells about a run-in with last week's guest Marty McSorley and another where Dale Hunter wanted to kill Russ.

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#86 Our Special Guest: Former NHL Enforcer MARTY MCSORLEY!

Wed, 03 Feb 2021 08:00:00 GMT

Our good friend Marty McSorley joins us with some fantastic hockey stories this week: The former Edmonton Oiler, LA King, Boston Bruin, Pittsburgh Penguin, New York Ranger, and San Jose Shark talks about the time he fought his future teammate, Mark Messier and, after their majors, rushed out to wait for him outside the penalty box. Marty says when he was in a bad mood, he would warn opposing wingers - like Russ - that they probably shouldn't come flying up his side of the ice. The Oilers were a dynasty but they were also on the same page, on and off the ice. He discusses some of the wisdom he got from his former teammate and roommate Dave Semenko. Marty has a good (and hilarious) reason why he never minded when his coaches asked him to out and fight, even back in junior hockey. The fellas discuss how some players slide into long NHL careers because they were willing to adapt to different roles than they're used to. Russ has a funny story about his ill-fated decision to punch tough guy Behn Wilson in the face. Wilson was one of those tough guys that even the tough guys preferred not to face. Marty talks candidly about the infamous suspension. And when Russ gives Jimmy a hard time, Marty becomes a protector again and hits Russ with a hilarious chirp.

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#85 Russ Had Tougher Coaches Than Tortorella!

Wed, 27 Jan 2021 06:00:00 GMT

The boys review Kirk McLean's great visit to the show last week Russ is getting ready for his physical for Life Insurance - measuring out his next White Claw Parenting, trying to keep kids clear of trouble and Jim's memories of "the strap" Russ and Jim share facts and memories of former Toronto Maple Leafs' captain George Armstrong who passed away this week Russ is loving the NHL North, the all-Canadian division Blockbuster trade Patrik Laine for Pierre-Luc Dubois John Tortorella? Russ feels like he's played for tougher coaches How are NHL players different today in the area of respect? Russ tells us that NHL fame comes with a price The Packers strange call at the end of the NFC Championship Game Chirping guys can be fun but not everyone is on board with it

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#84 Our Special Guest: Former Canucks' Goalie KIRK McLEAN!

Thu, 21 Jan 2021 00:29:00 GMT

Former NHL goalie Kirk McLean - Russ' old Canucks' teammate - fills in for Russ as guest co-host today….
He talks about some of the differences in the game today versus his era.
Kirk talks about the advancement in goaltending techniques: While today's butterfly technique is superior, he is concerned about injuries.
The boys talk about how beautiful the facilities are at Rogers Place in Edmonton
The guys get into the Tiger Woods Documentary on HBO.
Kirk discusses the Courtnall family, their charity initiatives and which Courtnall brother had the best one-liners.
Kirk has a story about jetting with Russ to a Vegas casino where Russ hit it big in blackjack
They get into minor hockey memories and the madness of hardcore parents
Kirk discusses his path to the NHL, draft day and when his NHL dream started to become real
Kirk helped the Canucks get to Game 7 of the Stanley cup final in 1994 and talks about the experience
Kirk is a member of the famous Portrush Golf Club in Northern Ireland and his horse won the Queens Plate

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#83 Our Special Guest: Former Chicago Goalie DARREN PANG!

Wed, 13 Jan 2021 08:00:00 GMT

In this episode, some great stories from St Louis Blues analyst Darren Pang. Both Panger and Russ played junior hockey for Brian Kilrea and they swap some great stories about him. The guy's get into Panger's Chicago days, discussing Denis Savard and Doug Wilson, his contentious relationship with Mike Keenan and Panger's very unusual pre-game ritual. Russ gives some love to Neal Broten as a guy who should be in the Hall of Fame. Hear what Darren has to say when Russ declares what a great GM Panger would make. And you can't beat on-air bloopers...

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#82 Skrewy Did WHAT to the Soviet Coach?

Wed, 06 Jan 2021 08:00:00 GMT

With the World Juniors wrapping up, this week the boys discuss the Canada-Russia hockey rivalry. You won't believe what happened when Russ and the Montreal Canadiens when they travelled to Russia for an exhibition game. Things got a little out of hand and what Brian Skrudland did to the Russian coach is absolutely wild! Russ isn't a big fan of Mike Milbury and he tells us why. The guys get into Russ' biggest NHL regret; a funny story about Pat Burns and a planned bag skate; Do players have more respect for coaches now or back when Russ played? Also James Duthie's new book, and what they did over the holidays.

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#81 Team Canada Shows No Mercy

Wed, 30 Dec 2020 10:00:00 GMT

This week we discuss Canada's beat down of lesser hockey countries so far at the World Juniors. We look back at the amusing comments by the Swiss head coach a few years ago, knowing his squad had no shot when they faced Canada. We get into the emotional post-game speech this week by Houston Texans defensive end JJ Watt, who's worried about his teammates not seeing a tough season through with full effort. Russ talks about his golf round with Billy Bush. As the year draws to a close, we look at the NHL's best. By the way, what separates the true elite players from very good players? We also talk COVID and the Black Lives Matters movement and their dramatic effect on sports this year. Happy New Year, everyone! It doesn't exactly have a tough act to follow.

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#80: You Always Remember Your First

Tue, 22 Dec 2020 06:04:00 GMT

Russ remembers some of his old coaches: the best, the worst, the one with the best motivational speech he ever heard and the one Russ believes put more players into the NHL than any other amateur coach. Jimmy tells a hilarious story about getting burned by former Hockey Night in Canada host Brian McFarlane. The boys talk about Russ' son Lawton who got his first professional goal on the weekend. Russ recalls his first goal and whether he keeps any NHL mementos. They get into the recent memorabilia theft at Walter Gretzky's home. Was Islander goalie Billy Smith as crazy as they say? What two games in his career made Russ most nervous beforehand? What was the key to Russ' high end skating speed? The boys also discuss Christmas during this weird time.

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#79 Has Russ Turned His Back on White Claws??

Wed, 16 Dec 2020 06:00:00 GMT

In this week's episode, the boys discuss reports that the NHL plans to go with a 56 game schedule and an all-Canadian division. They get into life as a hockey parent, with an update on Russ' son as he breaks into pro hockey. The guys have some positive thoughts about Paul Coffey, who became the first defenceman to get 1000 assists, 25 years ago this week. They have some fun drinking stories and (look out, White Claw), Russ has a new go-to drink. The time Jim had Mario Lemieux over to his house where Jim's mom was quite taken with him. How does a hockey coach "lose the room?" Russ gives a specific NHL example he lived through.

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#78 When Russ was Canada's Captain at World Juniors

Wed, 09 Dec 2020 05:21:00 GMT

Russ talks about another former Montreal Canadiens forward - enforcer Chris Nilan and his battles. The guys discuss the many negative temptations that are offered to pro athletes. The story of former Oiler Esa Tikkanen and his love of vodka. What's the toughest part about being a pro athlete? Wayne Gretzky's rookie card may be worth $1 million. The boys swap cool stories about former Canadian Prime Minister Pierre Trudeau. Russ recalls the night Team Canada head coach Brian Kilrea gave him the captaincy at the World Juniors. He also says the Leafs had a chance to hire Kilrea, the former Ottawa 67's coach - and he says they should have - but they didn't. They discuss all these celebrity, exhibition boxing matches. Russ has some interesting stories about John McEnroe and Caitlyn Jenner.

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#77 They Paid HOW Much For the Broadcast Rights??

Thu, 03 Dec 2020 04:51:00 GMT

Today we're joined by media consultant and longtime broadcast executive Mark Maheu. We discuss the evolution of the sports media landscape and where advertisers are spending their money. We get into the NHL's very lucrative TV deal with Rogers and whether the deal has been worth it so far. Russ tell a great story about radio legends Howard Stern and Rick Dees. They guys get into the story of Sarah Fuller who became the first woman to play in a Power Five conference football game. They also discuss the charity matches in golf and boxing from last weekend. Boxing: Mike Tyson vs Roy Jones Junior. Golf: Phil Mickelson and Charles Barkley vs Peyton Manning and Steph Curry. Russ remembers his days competing in the Battle of the Blades celebrity figure skating and what judge Brett Hull said to him when he eliminated him.

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#76 Hockey Cards! Got 'Em, Got 'Em, Need 'Em

Wed, 25 Nov 2020 05:34:00 GMT

The boys remember the fun (and the cold) at the first NHL Heritage Classic. Russ was playing on Montreal's alumni team and Jim was doing his standard Oiler gravy training. Not all NHL players love the soap operas, but Wayne Gretzky always did. Russ gives Jimmy the gears for getting dumped and his new obsession with online blackjack. A cool story - with a Leafs' connection - about how Russ got started in real estate. With people stuck at home during the pandemic, people are renewing old hobbies. So hockey cards and other sports collectibles are making a huge comeback. Joining us to talk about it is Mark Rubin, owner of American Legends Sports Collectibles in New York. www.amerlegends.com Mark even gives us the updated value of the 1986-87 O-Pee-Chee Russ Courtnall rookie card.

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#75 Golf, Wine and Cigars, Boys!

Wed, 18 Nov 2020 05:30:00 GMT

Russ has the house to himself and enjoys a lively Masters weekend of wine and cigars with former NHL players Shane O'Brien, Scottie Upshall. Russ and Jim discuss their pal, Dustin Johnson, winning his first Masters. What's the toughest sports championship to win? Cha-Ching! The NHL unveils new reverse retro jerseys. What's Russ' favourite all time NHL jersey and logo? Russ thinks players should never be blocks from participating in the World Juniors or Olympics. The importance of giving people second chances.

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#74 Our Special Guest: Hall of Famer LARRY ROBINSON

Wed, 11 Nov 2020 06:16:00 GMT

Russ and Jimmy are joined in this episode by 10 time Stanley Cup winner Larry Robinson! The boys discuss: Larry's grass roots in hockey growing up just outside Ottawa. The time Larry CRUSHED Russ in a game. What is was like playing for Scotty Bowman? The 3 on 3 overtimes and the one rule change that would make the NHL better and safer! Some of the best fights and bench clearing brawls Larry was ever involved in Having a second job to make ends meet...WHILE PLAYING FOR THE MONTREAL CANADIENS!! The Montreal teammate who was, by far, the biggest prankster. Who was Montreal's greatest rival during Larry's time there? Why winning a Cup as a head coach was as satisfying as winning as a player. He also gives us an update on his friend and teammate Guy LaFleur, who's battling cancer.

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#73 Why Can't We All Just Get Along?

Wed, 04 Nov 2020 05:07:00 GMT

Russ' wife surprises him by building him a new bar. Russ actually helped choose Team Canada's head coach for the 2002 Salt Lake City Winter Olympics. Jim has an awesome story about Wayne Gretzky who was the general manager of that squad. The boys chime in on Bobby Orr who took some serious flak this week for his strong support of Donald Trump. They talk about the NHL player who had a cannon of a shot and how he got it? The OHL is toying with the idea of banning bodychecking next season. What's up with that? You won't believe what pitcher Jon Lester did for Cubs' fans. Would an NHL 3 on 3 format be a good temporary format during COVID? Some nice stories about Joey Moss, Wayne Gretzky's pal and the longtime Oilers' dressing room attendant, who passed away this week.

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#72 Russ' Backyard PGA Party: WHAT HAPPENED??

Wed, 28 Oct 2020 05:31:00 GMT

On today's episode, Russ talks about the PGA's Zozo Championship and the 4 day party in his backyard right on the 4th hole.
The guys get into the story of Mitchell Miller, an 18 year old draft Arizona Coyotes draft pick. He and the Coyotes are under fire after news broke this week about Miller's horrible, violent, and racist behaviour toward a developmentally-delayed black classmate back in Grade 8.
Jim has a hilarious tale of revenge involving sports owner Bill Comrie, founder of The Brick Furniture chain.
Russ hates to see a good cigar wasted
The boys talk about the possibility of the NHL going with an all-Canadian division to get them through COVID.
Russ tells us which NHL goalie got burned with "The Credit Card Game."
He also gets into what it's like to be traded and the emotions that go with that.
and he briefly reveals his frustration with current California state politics.

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#71 Harold Ballard Saved Tim Horton's?

Wed, 21 Oct 2020 05:24:00 GMT

Russ is hosting a party at his place while a PGA event is going on just a few feet away. With NHL Free agency in full swing, Russ talks about his experiences as a free agent. Russ was at a family dinner at a high end restaurant when the champion Lakers walked in. This week is the 25th anniversary of the Montreal Canadiens firing GM Serge Savard and Coach Jacques Demers. They brought in Rejean Houle as GM and Mario Tremblay as Head Coach. How much did all that change the course of history for the Montreal Canadiens? TV Ratings are down in all sports, even though COVID is keeping more people home. Russ' daughter Ally is a model in SI's Swim Search. Russ gives some examples of crazy hockey parents, including one who probably felt terrible after his son paid for his actions. Why there might not be a Tim Horton's coffee shop chain if not for Harold Ballard.

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#70 Our Special Guest: Arizona Head Coach RICK TOCCHET!

Wed, 14 Oct 2020 05:45:00 GMT

Arizona Coyotes head coach Rick Tocchet joins us and crushes it with some amazing stories.

The time he and Cam Neely drank with actor Dennis Leary and got an amazing, unique souvenir out of it
How Craig Berube, when he was still an enforcer, had an amazing strategy for slowing down opponents who started running around
How Rick got a MAJOR surprise when he tried to console Paul Coffey
Memories of Dale Hawerchuk and playing in the 1987 Canada Cup
Rick played with AND coached with Wayne Gretzky. He talks about what he was like as a coach and how one of Gretzky's fun, motivational techniques went very, very wrong

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#69 It's Our First Listener Appreciation Day!

Wed, 07 Oct 2020 07:00:00 GMT

On this week's episode, Both Jim and Russ have hilarious stories about encounters with NHL Commissioner Garry Bettman. Russ has a guy in mind who should be actually handing out the Stanley Cup instead of Bettman. With the NHL draft being held this week, Russ looks back on his NHL draft memories when he was taken 7th overall. The Quebec Major Junior Hockey League is adding much harsher penalties to players who fight. Russ says there might be consequences if the NHL ever goes that direction and those pushing for it should be careful what they wish for. And it's listener appreciation day with lots of emails. Uh, Jim finally checked the show email account.

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#68 You Name Dropper!

Wed, 30 Sep 2020 05:12:00 GMT

What do Pat Flatley, Shane Churla, Ryan Walter, Gary Bettman, Bill Gates, Joe Montana, and Rick Bowness all have in common? They all made their way into the podcast ! Russ made Churla cry. Jimmy got man handled by Mariah Carey’s security team. Pound for pound Kenny Linesman was the toughest guy out there. Wait til you hear Jon Coopers background. What are all those coaches doing behind the bench and upstairs? Russ says there are too many of them. Jerome doesn’t know how to gamble.

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#67 Revenge Pranks

Wed, 23 Sep 2020 04:18:00 GMT

Today, Jim and Russ look back at Canada's incredible roster the 1987 Canada Cup. Russ has a hilarious story about a buddy who pranked him making him think he'd been invited to play for that team. Russ' Revenge was sweet. Russ is not very programming or computer savvy. Not much for meetings either. Alex Ovechkin likes the celly maybe a little too much? Pat Maroon is a great guy with a great goal celebration. Russ isn't a fan of those Carolina Hurricane post game cellys. Russ has some great memories of making 1991 Team Canada and found out he'd made the team from an unlikely source. The guy he beat out! Jimmy keeps the prank stories coming with some beauties between Gord Miller and Chris Cuthbert. We discuss the NHL's Soviet invasion. Why does Russ think the conditions at the US Open are a joke?

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#66 The Fat Lady is Singing

Wed, 16 Sep 2020 04:00:00 GMT

Rusty may have a dilemma. He played for Dallas and Tampa coach Jon Cooper is a friend but what an interesting story he is. What are guys like come playoffs? Russ used to hang with a First Lady. Tampa Bay Buccaneers coach Bruce Arians blames Tom Brady for some mistakes during their opening game loss… Did he do the right thing? Serge Savard had something to say about behaviour during the anthem. How is the NHL going to handle social injustice in months and years to come. There are lap dances that happened in the locker room? What!!!!

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#65 Papa Needs New Shoes!

Wed, 09 Sep 2020 04:10:00 GMT

A guy wins $15 million this week! Let’s talk about that ! Jimmy says the money just keeps going up and up and up in the sports world and will keep going. Russ says, "Not so fast, partner." A lot of people say Courtnall’s friend Steve Nash getting the NBA head job in Brooklyn is unfair. Rusty absolutely disagrees The head coach of the Dallas Stars says nobody has any idea how absolutely difficult it is to play with Covid restrictions. A drop dead funny interview with an old timer and the crazy stuff they did back in the old days of being a pro hockey player. If Russ knows anything’s, it’s this...Ray Whitney should be the next GM in Phoenix

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#64 I Got Your Back, Pal

Wed, 02 Sep 2020 12:11:00 GMT

The boys talk about the impenetrable bond that hockey players have and when the chips are down they’ll do anything for a guy. Russ read his own press clippings one day and then took on the the poor reporter who wrote the story. There are 2 days in Courtnall’s life that completely changed the course of his future. If you could pick, what sport would you want your kid to play? What’s the hardest thing a pro athlete has to deal with when he makes the big leagues ? A bar...a pool table...lots of drinks...what could possibly go wrong ? Rusty weighs in on dirty hits...you’ll learn something here. Jimmy tries to high roll it at a bar in LA. Other names that come up on the show...Wayne Gretzky, Wendel Clark, Kevin Lowe, Edmonton Oilers, White Claw, Matthew Tkachuk, Johnny Gaudreau, Sean Monahan, Calgary Flames, LA Kings, Pat Burns, Mackenzie Hughes, Fed Ex Cup, PGA Golf, Guy Carbonneau, Montreal Canadiens

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#63 About as Close as We'll Ever Get to the PGA

Wed, 26 Aug 2020 06:08:00 GMT

Rusty has a friend! Steve Lowery drops in and talks about his days on the tour, winning 3 times - all playoff victories! He still loves the game but thinks there should be some changes. Some hilarious antics by Payne Stewart and the best mispronunciation of a name ever! You’re gonna love the rule he has with the regular foursome he plays with. Playing in the days of Tiger Woods.

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#62 Oh, Yeah? You Wanna Bet on That?

Wed, 19 Aug 2020 05:22:00 GMT

Playoffs baby! Russ gives us his thoughts and picks. Is Covid going to change Russ’s life after things calm down? What’s it like watching hockey with guys who played in the NHL? What lengths have people gone to trying to meet their favourite player and...what have players done beyond the call of duty to surprise fans? Russ will get you tickets for any game you want! Russ had a chat with Shaquille O’Neal about fighting. Jimmy out for a stroll late one night...more like early one morning...with longtime New Jersey Devil defenceman Ken Daneyko.

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#61 Just Do Your Job!

Wed, 05 Aug 2020 04:17:00 GMT

What’s with all the coaches behind the bench? Russ isn’t sure what they do. What happens inside the room when a player is off his game? Slow down rookie or it’ll cost you! Playoffs aren’t quite up to speed yet with enough grit. Russ talks about growing up without a father. Jimmy and Russ both think sports shouldn’t be used as a platform for social injustice.

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#60 Clear the Track!

Wed, 29 Jul 2020 04:25:00 GMT

Former Leaf Eddie Shack passes away. Russ tell some stories about him. Russ talks about his first NHL fight and it was against a superstar What will the level of play be like in the Stanley Cup Playoffs? Why goalies are all different but some are a little "out there". NHL players tend to invest in restaurant and horses. New Orleans Saints head coach Sean Payton is a big hit with Russ who shares a hilarious story Russ has some interesting thoughts on John Tortorella and Scotty Bowman

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#59 Guess Who's Coming For Dinner?

Wed, 22 Jul 2020 04:08:00 GMT

Russ shows up with a surprise guest. Former MLB star and 2 time World Series Champion Pat Burrell. Burrell tells us stuff he’s never told anyone before. The boys tackle many questions from listeners. Which ump/ref did you hate? The fights they had. Trouble they got in breaking curfew. Why did they retire? Drinking during games! How they handled members of the media they didn’t like. Endorsement deals. Would you rather have a championship ring or be in The Hall of Fame ? And tons of other stuff!

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#58 NHL Coaches Gone Wild

Wed, 15 Jul 2020 06:00:00 GMT

Russ describes an incredible story about a Habs teammate who showed to practice badly hungover. You won't believe what Pat Burns did about it.
The boys talk NHL coaching and Russ tells some great stories about run-ins with 3 of his former NHL head coaches, saying that one of them was a jerk to him. Another one actually slashed his players when they were slacking at practice.
Russ remembers the feeling of being just 2 victories away winning the Stanley Cup.
Why Russ wasn't exactly at his best when he played his first NHL game
A great, hilarious add-on to Russ' story about the family having a picnic on the 13th green at his home course.

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#57 Got the Contracts?

Wed, 08 Jul 2020 03:34:00 GMT

Russ gives us the ins and outs of negotiating contracts and how some bad luck left a lot of money on the table ..how much he made and advice for young NHL’ers An absolutely riveting story about retired player Gary Nylund and how he put his own life on the line to safe someone else’s Did players really smoke in the dressing room during games? He loved his linemate Kostopolous. The Pat Mahomes contract The NHL's Return to Play plan All this and much ! Much more !!

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#56 The Jury Is In...Russ is Crazy!

Tue, 30 Jun 2020 14:24:00 GMT

You do not want to room with Russ on the road. Just ask Brian Skrudland or Ray Ferraro. Yes, Courtnall got thrown in jail and should’ve again for the golf cart stunt. What’s up with the draft lottery? It’s stupid! Russ has so many remarkable experiences from hockey but probably his favourite happened when he was 10 years old. Which 3 cities have the craziest fans ? Kevin Lowe gets into the Hall of Fame but certainly not for this move he pulled on our boy Rusty. Jimmy finally with a fresh joke !

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#55 Silence is Not Golden

Tue, 23 Jun 2020 05:34:00 GMT

We tackle the very disturbing story about abusive hazing that happened with Daniel Carcillo in his junior days in 2002 What’s the role of the coach with players away from the game ? These are tough days but Russ tells a hilarious story from a party he was at What does Tony Robbins have to do with Lars Eller's Stanley cup winning goal? Jimmys going on a date! At least he thinks it’s a date

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#54 Oh Yeah? Do You Wanna Bet on That?

Tue, 16 Jun 2020 04:43:00 GMT

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#53 Our Special Guest: Former NHL'er (Russ' Brother) GEOFF COURTNALL!

Tue, 09 Jun 2020 04:23:00 GMT

The boys sit down with Russ’s brother Geoff Courtnall and he covers it all .. His life and hockey career...a Stanley Cup champ. The brothers rise to NHL’ers. A coach with his own kids on the team. Suspensions What knocked him out of the game. His battle with some very dark days. Philanthropy And some absolute hilarity

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#52 He Will Not Be Silenced...

Wed, 03 Jun 2020 04:35:00 GMT

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#51 It's Not What You Know, It's Who You Know

Wed, 27 May 2020 04:19:00 GMT

Russ plays golf with a couple of mega stars and has dinner with another one. Yes, there’s going to be a 3 on 3 professional hockey league. Think it’ll work ? The NHL is going to have some sort of season this year. Lessons Courtnall learned from the greats of the game. Some pro players are happy with average.

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#50 Our Special Guest: WAYNE GRETZKY...Like You've Never Heard Him!

Tue, 19 May 2020 03:42:00 GMT

It's our 50th show and WAYNE GRETZKY joins Russ and Jim this week! The Great One talks candidly about:

What makes him nervous
Advice for parents with kids
The stunt he pulled on Mike Weir
His dad Walter
Brett Hull
Paul Henderson
Dustin Johnson
His kids
Janet Gretzky
The Prime Minister
Kid Rock

And much, much more...!

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#49 And How Did That Go For You?

Tue, 12 May 2020 21:17:00 GMT

Russ gives us a list of the best trips he's been on. NHL’er Brendan Leipsic carves up a bunch of players and wives on social media...not good. Jimmy’s mother was priceless. Rick Tocchet is the brunt of merciless jokes. Russ gives us his stand up comic routine. And the answer to: Which team is going to be in trouble when the NHL fires back up?

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#48 Older and Dumber

Tue, 05 May 2020 13:45:00 GMT

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#47 Who's On First?

Tue, 28 Apr 2020 04:39:00 GMT

I ask Rusty to tell us a bunch of “firsts “ that happened for him A hilarious story about a fight this player was not supposed to lose but got annihilated People can’t get enough of Courtnall running Mike Vernon during the Stanley Cup final How to get people off your golf course A great interview with 6 time Stanley Cup champ Kevin Lowe

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#46 C'mon! Get Serious.

Tue, 21 Apr 2020 03:18:00 GMT

Get Serious? We tried but it didn't last. Who in the NHL just walked away from 17mil ? The league is floating plans about saving the season..and players think it will be the toughest Cup to win Some of the fallout from COVID-19 has more than a few fans saying they won’t attend games even after things get back to normal Thoughts on NHL expansion Russ had a summer job!! And you’ll be puzzled how he’s passing time these days Jungle gets drunk while in the hospital

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#45 Now That's Funny!

Tue, 14 Apr 2020 04:05:00 GMT

Russ and Jim get former NHL enforcer Kelly Chase on the line and give him the floor for 90 minutes. You’re about to get speed-bagged by absolute hilarity from start to finish: An incredible story about meeting Gordie Howe. Rooming with Bobby Hull one evening after a night out. Dressing room gags and so much more. Enjoy!

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#44 Time to Hand Out Some Awards

Tue, 07 Apr 2020 04:48:00 GMT

Marty McSorley gets the award for taking down Russ Oprah! Donation Boom Kelly Chase and Chris Chelios tie for the Ripper award. Humboldt Broncos Russ's streak of 44 consecutive shows with this in his hand. Jimmy gets the best effort award. It was never gonna work.

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#43 Oh, To Be Young...

Mon, 30 Mar 2020 23:36:00 GMT

Life of a college hockey player. Lawton Courtnall stops by and got in some trouble in his sophomore year and...well, Russ was a crazy coach !! Habs' player Jeff Petry and his wife step up and do a wonderful thing for frontline workers. Remember annoying flamboyant Larry Ryckman, owner of the Calgary Stampeders? Jimmy put him in his place. A hilarious gag Marty McSorley pulled on a loudmouth dude. Russ tells us how the Russians kept beating teams for 4 years straight. Russ hates trivia so we did some.

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#42 Bonus Episode: An Hour With Ty Gretzky

Mon, 30 Mar 2020 06:18:00 GMT

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#41 It's All About the Love...Or Not!

Tue, 24 Mar 2020 05:20:00 GMT

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#40 Like a Great Magician...Distraction!

Tue, 17 Mar 2020 02:44:00 GMT

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#39 How Was Your Trip?

Wed, 11 Mar 2020 01:50:00 GMT

How did Russ end up at The Masters and meet the people he did? And he got into Butler cabin! All Hail the Women! An NHL team takes a break and goes to Banff...lock up everything and everybody you know!! Russ’s angle on what the NHL should do about the Coronavirus. A new category for the Hall of Fame?

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#38 Get Serious!

Wed, 04 Mar 2020 05:04:00 GMT

The boys kinda play it straight this week with talk of NHL rule changes. Guys poppin' off in the media... An NHL head coach who could’ve gotten a scholarship in a different sport. Ok, not that serious Russ was seconds away, literally, from becoming a Detroit Red Wing. How long would it take you to drink a case of beer? Russ has insight on his friend Bobby Ryan, who came back from the NHLPA assistance program and had an incredible night on the ice. Why Russ regularly chirps former NBA star Steve Nash. Dustin Johnson skips the Olympics.

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#37 Don't Answer That Phone!

Tue, 25 Feb 2020 05:14:00 GMT

The NHL Trade deadline is an awful time for players but teammates can be cruel. Bobby Ryan speaks out about his problem with alcohol and Russ talked to him the whole way through it. It ain’t bragging if you can back it up. An athlete so hated but so good. Rusty was put on the ice to run over a goaltender. Yes, on purpose. Hilarious speech by Mike Richter and an even funnier one by Kevin Bieksa.

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#36 Everybody's Getting Ripped

Tue, 18 Feb 2020 04:58:00 GMT

When Russ played you got away with saying anything you wanted to the refs. Kerry Fraser, for one, didn't do him any favours. Geoff Courtnall almost sets a bar on fire with this gag. Zack Kassian gets suspended 7 games for kicking a guy. Russ was ready to criticize him, until he remembered the time that he too kicked a guy.. How do you know if you have a good agent? The boys talk about Jeremy Roenick's termination on NBC Former great Peter Mahovlich comes to Jerome's defence, ready to fight a dude on the golf course.

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#35 It's Not All About the Hockey

Wed, 12 Feb 2020 05:00:00 GMT

The Arizona Coyotes may be in trouble with off ice issues. Head coaches of dynasties - do they get the respect they deserve? Are you sure you’d like to be a celebrity in the limelight? Rusty had dinner with a guy whose job it is to ruin people‘s lives. A former NFL player wins an Oscar. Hockey players with exceptional other talents. Yes, there are some! Jerome thought it would be a good idea to go sit in a booth with Mariah Carey. Bad idea Bruce Springsteen, in a bar without an entourage, joins Russ' teammates for a few pints This may be the deepest fight ever to get into the NHL playoffs.

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#34 Show Me The Money

Wed, 05 Feb 2020 04:21:00 GMT

Find out what the guys think about players who hold out for more cash on a contract. How much bonus money did Russ make when he won a playoff series and how did he try and spend it? Everybody’s talking sports rivalries these days. Did Russ ever really hate an opposing player? Yes! And if he saw him today he’d fight him! Find out who it is. Rusty takes us inside on tipping team trainers and which player hogged all the game tickets. Russ earned a bad nickname for this. After watching the halftime show at the Super Bowl, Courtnall thinks Jerome is like Jennifer Lopez. WTF? The time Jimmy fell asleep live on the air, while he was talking. For real!

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#33 You Think Russ Has a Potty Mouth?

Tue, 28 Jan 2020 23:29:00 GMT

The biggest thing Rusty noticed when he got into the NHL. An absolutely over-the-top rant by Bob Gainey that turned a series around for Montreal. A hilarious and has to be one of the best stories from Russ: A reporter thought he was Luc Robitaille so Russ went ahead and did the interview…as Luc! Pure gold!! The length Jungle will go to for a shot with the ladies...

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#32 Sure! You Can Drive My New Car!

Wed, 22 Jan 2020 05:54:00 GMT

How did Russ become so successful as a business man ? Why Cam Neely is the best manager in hockey - maybe in all sports !! We’ve both had experiences with actor Tom Arnold - not good experiences but totally hilarious ones! Why was Russ more well known than his brother Geoff...Interesting Don’t feel bad...even Russ got taken by a car dealer. Jim had to lie down in a bunker for five minutes on the golf course. Russ knew King Clancy!

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#31 Small, But Man Are They Tough!

Tue, 14 Jan 2020 22:22:00 GMT

Rusty picks his toughest guys but they’re also the softest...what??...you’ll be surprised. Great strategy on how to avoid fighting the killer goon when you’re supposed to take him on. Jimmy thinks he has his best take...Russ says it’s his worst. You wanna run a guy ? Fine, but you better be prepared for what comes next. Goalies are weird. Gretzky’s son can get into places Wayne can’t. Players who have embarrassed themselves.

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#30 We Didn't Watch the Game!

Tue, 07 Jan 2020 06:39:00 GMT

What it’s like in Russ’ house, watching an NFL game his daughter's boyfriend is playing in? No fun! The Canadian kids bring home gold...and Russ and Jim both missed it! Should NHL players be in the Olympics? A kid's father forgets to bring him to practice and the coach benches the kid! Really? Former Habs' coach Scotty Bowman is not as nice as you think. How 2 NHL GM’s (we give names!) fooled former North Stars' GM Lou Nanne into drafting Brian Lawton first overall. And much more...

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#29 I'm Not Crying, You're Crying

Sun, 29 Dec 2019 02:54:00 GMT

The beautiful side of professional hockey players… More hilarity about John Brophy.. Geoff Courtnal absolutely ripping Mark Crawford on the bench.. How Rusty transitioned from fame to every day life.. Always the one drunk guy at every Christmas party… Pranks galore!!

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#28 Russ Says Don't Tell Me What To Do

Thu, 19 Dec 2019 23:01:00 GMT

A great discussion about defining moments in athletes careers .. Rusty went tailgating this week for an NFL game.. no fun there right ? Patriots are being accused of videoing coach’s giving signs while Courtnall tells us they had a spy on the bench. Autograph seekers making money off players… Is that fair? Plus, who wants more fighting in the NHL? I do !!

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#27 Everyone Stop Whining

Tue, 10 Dec 2019 22:00:00 GMT

More players have come forward to complain about abuse from their coaches… What does Russ have to say about that… Who can afford to go to hockey games anymore… Ovechkin says I’m going to play until I break Gretzky‘s record… If he can break it… Russ and his brother were in a huge bar fight and the best bar fight that Russ has ever seen....more

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#26 All In The Family

Tue, 03 Dec 2019 22:00:00 GMT

Russ’s daughter Brooklyn pops on the show and gives us the lowdown on Russ Amazing story about NFL’er Eric Kendricks....Ally Courtnall’s boyfriend from tough times to superstar. Rusty is very outspoken about the Bill Peters firing in Calgary.. And advice for parents who think their kid should be in the NHL. Plus, you think you spent a lot on a bottle of wine!!!

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#25 Quit Beating Around The Bush Russ

Wed, 27 Nov 2019 02:31:00 GMT

Mike Babcock gets fired and there is some fallout from players… Should they be saying anything ..well according to Russ…? What’s the solution for intent to injure penalties? Is Russ too harsh on this? How Geoff Courtnall saved a big suspension by picking up the phone.. Rusty says he’s a bad poker player .. There’s a guy who thinks he isn’t…

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#24 Who Would Ever Say That To Their Coach?

Wed, 20 Nov 2019 08:33:00 GMT

One of the best stories on our show so far… Russ gets in a fight with his coach Pat Burns… Award-winning ..He was involved in one of the most lopsided trades in hockey .... the demise of the leafs… And some final thoughts on the Don Cherry firing.. plus tons more !

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#23 Pick A Side

Wed, 13 Nov 2019 03:32:00 GMT

Don Cherry gets fired after 37 Yrs doing Coaches Corner, Russ is unpredictable on this... A topic not discussed often - Should athletes get contract bonuses for personal achievements? The Hound line rears it’s ugly head..Rusty played when the Montreal / Quebec rivalry was alive! Do you think your member guest golf tournament is good? Wait until you hear about the one rusty played in!

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#22 Guess Who's Coming To Dinner

Tue, 05 Nov 2019 22:00:00 GMT

Russ hosts a ripping party and we get the celebs who attended..If you want to join Russell’s golf club they’ve got a special on… Really! How the hell did a Grammy and an Emmy award end up in Courtnall’s house for good? The manager of the World Series champs… Dave Martinez… Lived at Russ' place in Montreal… Crazy! And ... Rusty boy tunes up coaches in the NHL

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#21 Trick or Treat... Tequila!!!

Thu, 31 Oct 2019 04:16:00 GMT

Rusty hits Beverly Hills for a wicked party Jungle loves to bet .. craziest wager we’ve ever seen.. Russ was invited to play golf with Tiger Woods… He said no!!!! The Courtnall brothers owned a bar in Vancouver… How’d that go for ya? ..and .. RC is not a big fan of LeBron

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#20 Oh No! Parenting 101!

Thu, 24 Oct 2019 08:17:00 GMT

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#19 Russ For Prime Minister

Tue, 15 Oct 2019 23:44:00 GMT

That's right! Rusty almost threw his name in the hat to be a member of Parliament. Hear a fantastic story about Mark Messier taking over from the coach in the dressing room, hear the best answer Jim's ever heard on why superstar players don't make good coaches, and a record that will never fall (it's not what you think!) Russ blows his top about a former player.. plug your ears!

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#18 Nobody Said That Was In The Rules

Wed, 09 Oct 2019 04:29:00 GMT

Coach John Brophy’s famous rant retold ..priceless ! Remember Todd Bertuzzi and the crazy incident with Steve Moore?? Rusty has his take on that and you might be shocked. An Outstanding prank that Jeff Courtnall laid down during a skills competition, the real story on Marty Mcsorley and the measured blade infraction and you will not believe what an opposing player did to Michel Goulet’s helmet...

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#17 What Criminal Charges?

Tue, 01 Oct 2019 23:00:00 GMT

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#16 There Will Be Some Changes Made

Wed, 25 Sep 2019 04:54:00 GMT

Packed show! Would Russ take less money to play in a certain city? He would change the players age limit in the minors .. what?? His thoughts on teams tanking a season on purpose, and is 3 on 3 and the shootout a good way to settle overtime? We’ve come up with alternative ! And...Jim is an absolute sucker!!

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#15 You Need To Have Your Teeth Kicked In

Wed, 18 Sep 2019 00:47:00 GMT

Russ tunes up Jim on his sports takes .. again ! What’s with multiple captains on a team ?? Should a player be allowed to play with charges pending and Russ’s take on hitting in hockey with lethal shoulder/elbow pads .. Russ talks about his defining moment as pro hockey player and sage advice for young players coming into the league .. NHL owner bounces cheque’s at a casino and a hilarious story of him and another player comparing paycheques

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#14 This Thing Should Be A Reality Show

Tue, 10 Sep 2019 06:15:00 GMT

Russ without hesitation tells us his #1 Canadian sports story...rookie’s have to buy dinner but that much ?? Yikes! ...a great moment where Gordie Howe helped a new guy, and whether you should call out players on your own team? Russ did it and he’s been called out ... guys breaking team curfew and .. what were your first pair of skates ? Wait til you hear what Russ’s were ... all that and much more

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#13 Team Owners Beware!!!

Wed, 04 Sep 2019 07:17:00 GMT

Russ doesn’t hold back with his opinion on owners , guaranteed contracts and why players should make the rules. They chat about some hilarious chirps heard on the ice and share an absolutely amazing story of 3 players coming to the rescue of 2 women in trouble outside of a bar

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#12 Brutal Honesty

Tue, 27 Aug 2019 05:48:00 GMT

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#11 Old Gags Are The Best Ones

Tue, 20 Aug 2019 05:08:00 GMT

Russ talks about a professional athlete protesting at a game during the national anthem like Colin Kaepernick did in the NFL, whether professional athletes have to live to a different standard in their private lives, Russ and his teammates protesting when a strip joint burnt down

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#10 - Oh, Canada!

Thu, 04 Jul 2019 06:50:00 GMT

The boys talk about the greatest Canadian sporting moments, Russ completely shuts down Jim on his idea for the Hockey Hall of Fame 2019 Inductees, Jim talks about the time he pulled the pin at the altar, and the offside nickname that Marty Mcsorley gave to a guy.

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#9 - The Real Russ Courtnall

Tue, 25 Jun 2019 07:07:00 GMT

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#8 - We Gonna Party Like It's...

Thu, 20 Jun 2019 07:49:00 GMT

St Louis Blues win the cup! The boys hit us with crazy Championship celebrations, Jimmy posing for all to see in his ‘birthday suit ‘, Brett Hull’s victory speech (burp!), a punch up with our brothers, and a tender moment from the newly crowned US Open Golf Champion.

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#7 - You've Got To Be Kidding Me!

Wed, 12 Jun 2019 15:12:00 GMT

Russ is gonna tell us there’s a special kinda of athlete who knows how to win, out take on the Stanley Cup Final, fans throw dildos onto the ice at a hockey game in Sweden (WTF?!) and how a friend of Russ’s convinced women to sleep with him despite wearing a court ordered ankle tracking bracelet!

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#6 - The Grass Is Greener

Mon, 03 Jun 2019 22:01:00 GMT

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#5 - Oh Ya! Your Momma!

Mon, 03 Jun 2019 21:57:00 GMT

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#4 - Strippers...Coaches...WTF!

Mon, 03 Jun 2019 21:53:00 GMT

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#3 - Consequences...OUCH!

Fri, 31 May 2019 07:08:00 GMT

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#2 - Players Can Be Assholes

Fri, 31 May 2019 06:59:00 GMT

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#1 - Don't Mess With Us

Wed, 29 May 2019 09:39:00 GMT

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