Pucklandia

First, we'd like to thank everyone at DUBNetwork - past and present - for the opportunity to have these two podcasts on the network over the years.  WHL Unfiltered was actually Paul Figler's idea, recruiting Jeff Hollick & myself to host. Best of luck to Darren Dupont moving forward, as we see what's next for DUBNetwork. Attached is the 1st episode of the new version of the show, featuring Oil Kings GM Kirt Hill. It was time for WHL Unfiltered & Pucklandia to go independent.  We hope you'll join us. -Chad https://soundcloud.com/whlpodcast

Longtime PXP voice of the Thunderbirds, Thom Beuning, joined us looking at the upcoming Seattle vs Portland series, and how we got here.

Josh Critzer of PNW Hockey Talk gave us some of his time recapping the Portland vs Prince George series.  We talked about the bright future of the Cougars, some of the injuries / suspensions, the goaltending duel, and a little bit of looking forward to the next series.  We wrapped up with a little talk about Chaz Lucius & his potential to sign with Portland next season.

The voice of the Prince George Cougars, Fraser Rodgers, gave us some of his time looking at how PG has been playing this year, the youth movement currently underway, Mark Lamb's long record as a coach (and player), the travel in the series, calling his first WHL Playoff game, and beyond

We were fortunate enough to get Josh Critzer on the line looking at the Winterhawks down the stretch, talking playoffs, looking at some of the key contributors on this team, and more www.pnwhockeytalk.com

We caught up with Winterhawks PXP voice Nick Marek looking at the remarkable turnaround Portland has experienced since American Thanksgiving, the veteran presence behind the bench, having a World Junior goaltender, getting back to having real crowds, the US Division Pennant race, and beyond

Kevin Dudley joined us looking at the Spokane Chiefs overall, the clash with Portland we just witnessed, what to expect in this stretch of 5 consecutive games between the two clubs, the changes in the Chiefs front office over the last few years, and much more Subscribe to your local paper

Longtime friend of the show Josh Critzer joined us "recapping half the season" - we talked trade deadline, Portland's long point-streak, their goaltending situation, strong showings from their forward group, some NCAA vs WHL talk, and much more www.pnwhockeytalk.com www.bucktoughoutfitters.com

We spoke with Portland Winterhawks forward Kishaun Gervais (in July of 2020) about growing up on the reserve, playing in places as different as Yorkton and Portland, his clothing line (Teddywear) and its connection to mental health awareness, what Black Lives Matter means to him, and more https://www.instagram.com/teddywearclothing/

Kris Mallette joined us on a rough day in BC.  We spoke about the flooding, the Rockets success so far this season, Kris' pathway to the HC job in Kelowna, winning the 2015 WHL Championship, playing in the minors for 9 years, his time playing for the Rockets, learning from Peter Anholt, and much more

We had a fun conversation over lunch with Taylor Peters, back in 2016, about his time with the Winterhawks We spoke about the 2013 Memorial Cup, saving someone from drowning, The Taylor Peters Hockey School, & much more

We look at the Winterhawks 9 games in with Joshua Critzer, as well as his journey establishing PNW Hockey Talk, Portland icing a shorthanded lineup all season, struggling vs Everett, and we finish with a look at Kyle Beach as a WHL'er and a man

Portland native Kyle Gustafson paid his dues in the WHL - 17 years as an assistant coach with the Winterhawks.  We spoke about his new gig with the Vancouver Canucks, what its like to work for your hometown team, and beyond

DUBNetworks own Lizz Child was in the building for both of Portlands games,  offering a unique perspective.  We spoke about Cross Hanas strong start, Dwayne Jean Jr scoring a shootout game winner, a critical goal called off on a crease violation,  having crowds back, looking forward to EVT/SEA next weekend, and more

Lizz Child has big shoes to fill, covering the Winterhawks for DUBNetwork, but she's been up to the task.  We spoke about Neely Cup, preseason, Seth Jarvis with the Hurricanes, Mike Johnston potentially employing a more defensive scheme,  the unusual experiment of sending 4 WHL regulars to Lincoln last season, expectations around the rest of the US Division, Dante Giannuzzi, and a little on how Lizz came to DUBNetwork

We checked in with Nick Marek to see how the Winterhawks have been handling the truncated season, how this years experience will benefit them in the future, riding the bus with hockey minds like Mike Johnston and Don Hay, dealing with the uncertainty Marek faced during the long offseason, and […]

We kick off Season 7 of Pucklandia with Andy Eide, who called the last two Portland games for TV, & has been covering the US Division for close to a decade.  We talked about the return to play, the current youth movement in the WHL, & more

We spoke with Logan Boulet’s father, Toby Boulet, about organ donation, Green Shirt Day, dealing with tragedy, what kind of hockey player Logan was, & beyond www.greenshirtday.ca

We spoke with the Head of Western Canadian scouting for Future Considerations, Justin Froese, about some of the WHL talent getting picked this draft, as well as digging down into the scouting process, and how it’s changed over the years https://nhlentrydraft.com/

We spoke with Portland Winterhawks forward Kishaun Gervais about growing up on the reserve, playing in places as different as Yorkton and Portland, his clothing line (Teddywear) and its connection to mental health awarness, what Black Lives Matter means to him, and more   https://www.instagram.com/teddywearclothing/

Adam Purner wears many hats:  Events Manager in Portland’s business office, Video Coordinator working with the on-ice coaching staff, & Goaltender Development Coordinator for USA Hockey for the state of Oregon.  He joined Josh & Chad to break down some of his duties in each role

We were joined by Rich Franklin: Vice President, Sponsorship for the Portland Winterhawks.  We took a look at the team on the ice, but more in depth behind the scenes in regards to business partnerships, selling seats, how the WHL teams work together, & more. We experienced technical difficulties & […]

We’re joined by Nic Corbett, director of NHL relations for Adidas Hockey, discussing the NHL Black Hockey History Tour coming to Portland (and Seattle) this week.  We also talked about Adidas Hockey in a greater sense, diversity in hockey, the beauty of the hockey jersey, & more    

Josh Critzer brings us bonus audio with Josh Horton with the Everett Hearld, but first we look at the .500 streak the Winterhawks are on, contrast that with the long hot streak they enjoyed, & opine on what Portland may look like down the stretch & into the playoffs

Our normal host, Chad Balcom, was out with an upper-body injury, but is day-to-day and should be good to go for the weekend. Therefore, Brandon Rivers and Josh Critzer recapped Portland’s three-in-three from last weekend (Spokane, Everett, Moose Jaw) and also took a look ahead to another three-in-three for the […]

Brandon Rivers and Josh Critzer recap Portland’s two wins in Kelowna over the weekend. Kevin Dudley of the The Spokesman Review joined Josh to preview the Winterhawks and Chiefs game on Friday night as well as what he has seen from Spokane so far this season. Kevin’s segment begins at 29:41. […]

The Portland Winterhawks haven’t added to the loss column since November – we caught up with the PXP voice of the ‘Hawks to look at the season to date as well as looking down the stretch + towards playoffs

Portland is in the midst of a long undefeated streak, we look at how they’ve been getting the job done, how they’ve done vs early expectations, and look ahead at the upcoming weekend

Glen Erickson, DUBNetwork contributor with a focus on Kelowna and Medicine Hat, joined Josh Critzer to preview the upcoming weekend series between the Portland Winterhawks and Kelowna Rockets. Glen recaps the season so far for the Rockets, breaks down their trade deadline, discusses the injury bug faced by the team, […]

We spoke with Larry Fisher – with The Hockey Writers and Future Considerations – about the Kelowna Rockets, as well as the rest of the BC Division, and the WHL at large

Brandon Rivers and Josh Critzer recap the four game series Portland played against Prince George, the three Winterhawks away at World Juniors, previewed the upcoming three-in-three for the weekend of December 13, as well other Winterhawks news. Josh Horton of the Everett Herald joins (28:22) Josh Critzer to catch up on the Silvertips as well as preview the one vs two in the U.S. Division showdown on Friday. If you are not already, follow Josh Horton's on twitter, read his work for the Everett Herald, and make sure you are subscribed to his Tips Talk podcast wherever you listen to podcasts.

Josh Critzer joined Portland Winterhawks play-by-play announcer Nick Marek from the radio booth in Tri-City to recap the team's first five preseason games. Nick and Josh were joined by Greg Wallace who will be alongside Nick for the call of Portland's home games this season. The guys discussed who stood out in the preseason prior to the final preseason game,  the progression of some of the younger Winterhawks, and a quick breakdown of the projected roster for the home opener.