Pierre Lebrun, Mike Johnson & Ryan Rishaug dig into all things NHL - and welcome some of the biggest names in the sport to talk puck and share their Got Yer' Back stories.
Your boy, Struddy is here to get you Up to Speed on the Oilers game 5 win in Los Angeles and look ahead to game 6 on Thursday evening in what will surely be a rockin' barn in Edmonton. Ryan Rishaug and Darren Dreger join to offer their expertise and viewpoints on the Oilers, Leafs, Sens, Habs, Jets and more! Then, Struddy and Zubie play the field and in Get Off the Fence, Struddy identifies this offseason's coaching job with the biggest upside!See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
2 big shakeups in the lineup ahead of Game 2! Struddy's World will get you up to speed! Jason Strudwick welcomes Ryan Rishaug, Jack Michaels and co-host Zubie to set up Game 2 between the Edmonton Oilers and LA Kings tonight at crypto.com arena in La La Land. Plus, checking in on Leafs/Sens, Lou Lamoriello's exit from NYI and Zubie's statistical deep dive on the importance of finishing your first round series as quickly as possible! See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Jason Strudwick gets you up to speed on the Edmonton Oilers with guests Jack Michaels and Jamie McLennan. Injury updates, line combos, goaltending and more! Plus, playing the field with co-host Zubie and Get Off the Fence looks at the Darnell Nurse suspension.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Jason Strudwick welcomes his all-star panel of Ryan Rishaug, Darren Dreger and co-host Chris Szabunia to get you up to the minute with Edmonton Oilers injury updates and what aspects of the team's game will benefit most from the squad being rested and healthy for game 83. Plus we check in on the Canucks, Avs, Blue Jays, the Masters and more!See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Welcome to Struddy's World! Today Jason Strudwick welcomes Jack Michaels, Darren Dreger and, of course, his co-host Zubie to talk about the Oilers win in Las Vegas, the statuses of Evander Kane, Trent Frederic and others dealing with injuries with the playoffs looming. Plus, Yay or nay to Nuge playing centre? Time to get off the fence! Also, paying tribute to Bruce McCurdy.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Join Jason Strudwick as he welcomes Jamie McLennan, Ryan Rishaug and co-host Zubie to talk about the Edmonton Oilers and a whole lot more! Injury updates from Kris Knoblauch on Connor, Leon, Frederic and Evander Kane. Discussing the team's positional depth without their 2 top stars in the lineup. Plus, getting the hair right for picture day, another Gretz record (a different one) about to fall... and Zubie goes after the Oilers' goal song.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Get up to speed with Jason Strudwick and Ryan Rishaug, as he joins us from Oilers practice. Plus, Darren Dreger LIVE from the GM meetings in Florida. Then, March Madness, Mookie Betts goes bowling, and Struddy thinks teams should steer clear from Aaron Rodgers. Also, Ask Us Anything! Join the Official Struddy's World March Madness Bracket Challenge here: https://tournament.fantasysports.yahoo.com/mens-basketball-bracket/group/105525/invitation?key=6709cb5ffdd97a99See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Jason Strudwick is joined by Jamie "Noodles" McLennan and Jack Michaels to discuss what the Oilers need to prioritize moving forward.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Struddy, Shaugger, Noodles and Zubie on the Oilers loss to Anaheim, trade deadline rumblings, Mavericks decline, Cena turns heel, Steph Curry dunks, Pete Rose and more!See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Struddy is joined by Ryan Rishaug and Darren Dreger to discuss the Oilers woes and whole lot more. Then, he and Zubie Play the Field to talk about the Tush Push and facial hair. Plus, Get of the Fence looks at MLB's potential adoption of the Automated Ball/Strike system.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Jason Strudwick welcomes Cam Moon & Jamie McLennan to talk Oilers, 4 Nations, Leafs and much more! Then, Struds and Zubie Play the Field as they dive into MLB, NFL, and the NBA. Plus, the debut of Get Off the Fence as Struddy has some pointed words for one Toronto sports franchise's front office.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Ryan Rishaug, Jason Strudwick and Chris Szabunia announce the newest addition to the GYB podcast family: Struddy's World!New episodes drop every Wednesday:https://podcasts.apple.com/ca/podcast/got-yer-back-lebrun-rishaug/id1645790063 https://open.spotify.com/show/0KDk5vNmpTQJprAcR4IWww?si=cf5f946d099a467d See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Pierre LeBrun and Ryan Rishaug look at team needs and trade rumours with 9 days to go until the trade deadline. Steve Staios joins to talk about landing with the Sens, what his trade deadline might look like and Ottawa's forthcoming coaching search.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Pierre LeBrun and Ryan Rishaug speak with Florida Panthers GM Bill Zito, go around the league to discuss Matthews' incredible goal run, the latest on the Oilers trade targets, what the Flames will do with Hanifin, and much more! Ā See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Pierre LeBrun, Mike Johnson and Ryan Rishaug go around the league to talk about McDavid's 6 apple night, aftermath of the Morgan Rielly suspension and trade chatter surrounding the Flames and Flyers. Then, Montreal Canadiens GM Kent Hughes joins us to talk about Slafkovsky's development, their 3-goalie situation, the Monahan trade, 2024 draft class and more!See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Back from All-Star break... Pierre, MJ and Shaugger dig into goings-on past, present and future. A discussion about the charges laid against 5 hockey players in London, Ontario. Vegas halts the Oilers win streak just short of history, are there still positives for Edmonton to come out of last night's game? Was Hill vs. Skinner a preview of Team Canada teammates? Canucks and Flames both see immediate returns on their trade from last week. Flames might not be done dealing. Jets stumbling a little, Avs could be adding from within and the Leafs performance over the next week or so might affect their deadline strategy.Ā See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Shaugger on the IR so MJ and Pierre get to take off the training wheels. Oilers win their 14th in a row and have impressed the guys by winning in different ways. Foegele filling a need in the top 6 and Corey Perry on the way. Nathan MacKinnon and Nikita Kucherov are running away with the NHL points lead. Which one will take the Art Ross trophy and what are their individual cases for the league MVP? Ottawa finding some success and the Flames suddenly struggling. What does either mean to these teams at the trade deadline and beyond. NHL execs feeling like this is one of the most wide-open years in history to challenge for the Stanley Cup... does that make for a busier or quieter trade deadline? Patrick Roy and Adin Hill are 2 goalies returning to the league in much different circumstances but both have already made an impact. RC/YC/NC on the Penguins disastrous own goal and the comments made by players afterwards.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
LeBrun, Johnson and Rishaug break down last night's Leafs/Oilers tilt in Edmonton which leaves the guys feeling like these 2 teams are on very different trajectories. Flames recent success creating a dilemma for Craig Conroy, Sens underwhelming under Jacques Martin and are Jets the cream of the Canadian crop? Plus, possible landing spots for Marc-Andre Fleury and Corey Perry.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Happy New Year! Deep dive on the William Nylander extension in Toronto. Did his laid-back personality inadvertently help his negotiating position? Could the Leafs had landed a better deal in the summer? The Winnipeg Jets are soaring to the top of the standings and defying expectations when looking back to the time of the 2023 draft in Nashville. The Oilers seem to have righted the ship... how much credit should Kris Knoblauch be getting? Hats off to another milestone for the ageless Marc-Andre Fleury. RC/YC/NC looks at the Cole Perfetti/Ryan Hartman saga.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
LeBrun, Johnson & Rishaug award grades for each Canadian team and make a request to Santa to improve each one as well.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Pierre LeBrun, Mike Johnson & Ryan Rishaug go araound the league: McDavid helps tweak All-Star Skills + a $1M individual prize. Could Bedard and McDavid be teammates/linemates in the next best-on-best tournament and will Team USA be the prohibitive favourites. Which team is Canada's best hope to ending the 30+ year Stanley Cup drought... and who has the easiest path? Hitting from behind continues to be a hot-button issue and Johnny thinks Ovie can still break the goal-scoring record.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
LeBrun, Strudwick, McLennan & Rishaug break down the Leafs goaltending situation after the Joseph Woll injury. A few notable d-men available on the trade market and a number of suitors are lining up. The upstart LA Kings set a record for road wins to start a season.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Lebrun, Johnson and Rishaug check in on the Oilers and their suddenly-resurgent captain. Kyle Davidson and a tough situation for the Blackhawks, The LA Kings are quietly dominant. Point projections for Patrick Kane in Detroit.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Pierre LeBrun, Mike Johnson and Ryan Rishaug examine the big stories in teh NHL this week. Then Pierre and Ryan interview Vegas Golden Knights head coach and Stanley Cup Champion, Bruce Cassidy.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Pierre LeBrun & Ryan Rishaug are joined by Mike Johnson from Sweden in advance of the upcoming NHL games to be played there. GM Meetings yield some chatter about the future of 3 on 3 overtime and the fellas have some suggestions that are met with (very) mixed feelings. Flames GM Craig Conroy has a dilemma on his hands as a number of players on expiring contracts could be on the trade block. Breaking down the Oilers coaching change and looking ahead to 29 and 97's long term futures with the team.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Mike Johnson, Pierre LeBrun and Ryan Rishaug on benchings, the Oilers waiving Campbell, the latest on Patrick Kane, improving inclusivity in hockey, and much more.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Mike Johnson, Pierre LeBrun and Ryan Rishaug discuss an eventful day for the Ottawa Senators and a look at other big stories from around the NHL. Then, LA Kings defenceman Drew Doughty joins Pierre and Ryan to discuss his long & storied career, what has motivated an offensive resurgence this year and what challenges he looks forward to on the ice.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Mike Johnson, Pierre LeBrun & Ryan Rishaug on an eventful news week in the NHL. Jesper Bratt interview around 42:10See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
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The fellas are back for Season 2 of Got Yer' back NHL Edition. The clock is ticking down to puck drop and some high-profile RFA's are still unsigned. Checking in on Drysdale and Zegras in Anaheim, Pinto in Ottawa and some high-profile coaches on expiring deals. Red Card / Yellow Card / No Card revisits a crosswalk conundrum and our colleague, Jason Strudwick's lack of hustle. Then, Taylor Hall joins us in conversation to talk about his new home in Chicago and his unique perspective when it comes to mentoring Connor Bedard.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Wrapping up season 1 of the pod with a recap on free agency Ā - all 7 Canadian teams and some notables from around the league. Ā Pierre and MJ join from cottage country - and a restaurant related Red Card/Yellow Card/No Card!See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
"Mystic" Mike Johnson, Pierre LeBrun and Ryan Rishaug discuss a number of "POI"s league-wide.Jets GM Kevin Cheveldayoff: Dubois/Scheifele/Hellebuyck (7:00)UFA Dimitry Orlov (18:00)Consensus #1 Connor Bedard (21:53)Draft Wildcard Matvei Michkov (29:08)Steve Staios (33:37)Red Card/Yellow Card/No Card on Stanley Cup parade etiquette. (41:08)See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Darren Dreger, Jason Strudwick, Pierre Lebrun and Ryan Rishaug with some spirited discussion on:How teams might try to emulate Vegas next year.Were the Oilers the Golden Knights toughest test?Players to keep an eye in trade talks as the draft approaches.Rapid fire on parades, coaches, injuries and Conn Smythe voting.Red Card/Yellow Card/No Card on a dinner party faux pas.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Mike Johnson, Pierre LeBrun and Ryan Rishaug dig into:Trade Season starting early. Danny Briere makes a splash with a 3-way deal.Implications and ripple effect for CBJ, Philly, others. (12:14)Debrincat on the block? Does completing the sale of the team factor in? (19:18)More dominos to fall? Winnipeg to factor in to the market (23:00)Patrick Roy to return to the NHL? (24:00)Caufield extension in MTL (27:00)SCF breakdown (35:35)See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Mike Johnson, Pierre LeBrun and Ryan Rishaug examine the likelihood that Brad Treliving with be the Maple Leafs next GM.What does it mean for Auston Matthews and Head Coach Sheldon Keefe?Stanley Cup Finals preview and predictions.Conn Smythe speculation, touching trophies and bulletin board material.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Mike Johnson joins Pierre LeBrun and Ryan Rishaug all the way from Riga, Latvia to discuss Jamie Benn's violent outburst, the leafs GM situation and to play matchmaker for NHL teams who need GM's and head coaches next season.Then, newly minted Flames GM Craig Conroy is in conversation to talk about the process that landed him the job, creating a positive workplace and a Got Yer' Back story about a teammate saving his hide after an ill-advised cross-check.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Jamie McLennan joins LeBrun and Rishaug to discuss a wide range of topics including-Struds heavy chirp on noodles: 3:00-Dressing room thieves: 8:15-Dubas Future:18:23-Oilers future GM plans:24:47-Technical train wreck : 31:42-Quick hitters around the horn:33:38See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Darren Dreger, Pierre LeBrun and Ryan Rishaug with detailed previews of pivotal game 4s in round 2.Leafs/Panthers deep dive: (5:30)Oilers/Golden Knights sneak peak (30:30)See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Rough start to the pod. Rishaug forgets an important birthday and also what state he is in. But Johnny and Pierre pick up the slack and get things back on the rails to discuss:Pavelski turns back the clock (4:45)Kraken continue to roll (9:20)Panthers take game 1 versus Leafs (13:55)Tkachuk is a beast (16:50)Previewing Oilers/Golden Knights (30:20)Quizmaster's 3 Questions (38:02)See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
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Mike Johnson & Pierre LeBrun join Ryan Rishaug to break down everything that went wrong for the Toronto Maple Leafs in game 1 of their 1st round series against the Tampa Bay Lightning. Yes, EVERYTHING! (It's a long segment beginning at 2:40)Jets knock off Vegas in Game 1: (21:45)Pressure on McDavid: (24:00)Red Card, Yellow Card, No Card on Rishaug's proposed NHL rule change with ultimate arbiter Terry Ryan joining us LIVE to render his verdict! (30:20)See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Stanley Cup predictions (lots of Canadian content in the final?) - Round one series predictions with Mike Johnson, Pierre LeBrun and Ryan RishaugSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Struddy on the panel of the "National" show for the first time with Pierre LeBrun and Ryan Rishaug to discuss:Isles/Pens battle for final playoff berth (4:15)Jets clinch, the battle boils over to the coaches (10:10)Flames post-mortem (15:50)Leafs all-in, Struds chirps their fans (19:20)Stu Skinner now the Calder favourite? (24:50)Red Card/Yellow Card/No Card - Gene Principe's shirtless pic (32:10)Brady Tkachuk in conversation on personal milestones, the leadership of Claude Giroux, competing with his brother and a former teammate who had his back. (42:40)See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Mike Johnson, Pierre LeBrun and Ryan Rishaug talk about this week in the NHL.Then, Bayne Pettinger and Brock McGillis join Pierre and Ryan for a very candid discussion about inclusion, Pride Nights and other initiatives around the league this season. (39:05) Superb "Who's Got Your Back" stories at (1:20:38)Flames drop a tough one to Chicago: (6:03)Best destination for Bedard: (11:15)Matthew Tkachuk getting Hart Trophy votes? (18:23)Stu Skinner's Calder Trophy push: (26:28)Can you "read" an audiobook? Red Card/Yellow Card/No Card: (29:03)See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Jamie McLennan's first time on the pod is eventful as he, Pierre LeBrun and Ryan Rishaug break down:Oilers vs. Kings - A possible playoff preview?Jets & Flames - Who will qualify for the tournament?Deadpool in the Building - Senators exciting ownership situationAnd in our Who's Got Your Back segment...Noodles shares an outstanding story about a late night at a rock star's house... and a race against time!See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Mike Johnson, Pierre LeBrun and Ryan Rishaug go around the league to check in on playoff races and implications for the teams who might miss out on the tournament this year.Montreal Canadiens GM Kent Hughes joins Pierre and Ryan to discuss all things Habs and the immediate future of his team. (46:00)Check ins:Sens (8:10)Panthers/Pens (13:40)Flames (18:02)Oilers (21:00)Deadline Revisited (28:50)Red Card/Yellow Card/No Card - Kuznetzov's 10 second shootout attempt (37:20)See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Pierre LeBrun, Mike Johnson & Ryan Rishaug discuss-Mackinnons confidence in the AvsĀ -Jets benching stars-Flames and Sens struggles-Draisaitl's brilliance - where is he in the discussion of next best?-Scraps after clean hits - the discussionSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Mike Johnson & Pierre Lebrun join host Ryan Rishaug in the trade deadline aftermath to discuss:Pre-game coffee or beer: (6:00)McDavid lighting the lamp: (10:52)Matthews decreased goal pace: (22:27)Turbulence in Tampa (28:00)Flames still in the fight? (33:45)DeAngelo sticks Perry in the pills: (36:44)Carolina Hurricanes President & GM Don Waddell joins Pierre & Ryan to discuss trade deadline aftermath, his team heading toward the playoffs and share a Got Yer' Back story: (44:20)See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Darren Dreger and Pierre LeBrun check in to debrief deadline day, talk winners and losers & run down all 7 Canadian teams.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.