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Joe and Zack discuss the World Cup, Christmas Decoration social norms and other topics. The fellas get into the unbelievable and historic streaks of the Boston Bruins and New Jersey Devils as well as Evgeni Malkin's epic 1,000th game and how great players have "hollywood moments" in their career milestone games. The boys discuss the current 7 game win streak the Blues are on and how well they have been going lately, and if the Blues are for real or not going further. The boys end the episode with their Hall of Fame Thanksgiving Dishes! --- Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/talkinbluenote/support

The boys are back and better than ever. The fellas discuss the premier of Yellowstone, golfing in the cold, and the LU Lions next test up in Madison Wisconsin this weekend. The boys then go over some significant NHL injuries and the impact of the LTIR on teams when decided to be used, The Blues are all the way back with a win streak in progress and the boys are here to discuss the fallout of the losing streak and how to keep the winning ways alive. The fellas bring back the Hall of Fame segment this week with their picks for the best St. Louis sports figures/icons in history. --- Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/talkinbluenote/support

It's a somber time to be a Blues fan right now, so Joe and Zack took to the mic to address the circus in the locker room, the media and the fans alike. The boys address what the issue could be, the possible solutions and whether or not Chief Berube's message has gone stale in the locker room. The guys end the episode previewing the game Thursday against the Islanders, which is proving more and more to be a must win situation to avoid the downward spiral continuing. --- Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/talkinbluenote/support

Zack and Joe are back for another one! The boys start by going over some local news and then review the weekend that was for the Lindenwood Lions hockey team getting another W. The fellas then review the 4 game losing streak the Blues are on and try to assess the problem and what may happen if the losing doesn't stop soon. The guys end the show with their Hall of Fame cities to go see a hockey game in, the all in dump and change and then their weekly shoutouts as well their NFL weekly picks! Facebook: Talkin Blue Notes Hockey Podcast Instagram: @talkin_blue_notes @j_trav42 @zackdegrande  --- Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/talkinbluenote/support

The boys are back and discussing the Blues last 2 games where they shutout Edmonton on Saturday and then follow it up with an absolute dud in Winnipeg. The guys give their Hall Of Fame picks for Halloween Candy and end with their All-in/Dump and Change segment followed by their weekly shoutouts. --- Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/talkinbluenote/support

The boys are back! Joe and Zack preview Wednesday's game in Seattle and then end the episode with a breakdown of the Blues' 4-3 win in OT over the Seattle Kraken! Instagrams: @talkin_blue_notes, @j_trav42, @zackdegrande Facebook: Talkin Blue Notes Hockey Podcast --- Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/talkinbluenote/support

The boys are back and have a game to review finally. Joe and Zack open up with dedicating some time to the passing of Cardinals legendary pitcher Bruce Sutter, followed by some NHL news and notes. The guys review game 1 of the regular season for the Blues and give a detailed breakdown of the night that was their home opener. The fellas end the episode with their Hall of Fame Blues golf foursome, all in or dump and change and then end it off with their NFL pick 'em and the weekly shoutouts! Instagrams: @talkin_blue_notes, @zackdegrande, @j_trav42 Facebook: Talkin Blue Notes Hockey Podcast --- Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/talkinbluenote/support

Joe and Zack are back for another, and this one finally involves the Blues! The boys start off with their new Hall of Fame segment where they each give their inductees to the STL restaurant Hall of Fame! The fellas give a detailed breakdown of the Blues from last season, and how they will transition into the start of the 2022-2023 season. Weekly shoutouts and "All in or Dump and Change" to end the episode, where the guys have some bones to pick with home openers, NHL pageantry and Tom Brady. --- Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/talkinbluenote/support

Hockey is back tonight, and the boys are previewing the Western Conference. The fellas begin with the Pacific division breakdown and then move to the Central division to give their opinions on each team. Joe and Zack preview who makes the playoffs from each division and then end the episode with their predictions for who wins the major NHL awards! --- Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/talkinbluenote/support

Joe and Zack give their detailed breakdowns of the Eastern conference. The fellas start in the Atlantic division and then move on to the Metropolitan. The boys give their playoff team picks at the end of each divisional breakdown so stick around for some surprising takes! --- Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/talkinbluenote/support

Joe and Zach review the week that was for the Blues preseason, discuss the soon-to-be unveiled Blues Hall Of Fame inductions and give their personal picks. The boys give their take on the legendary trio of Wainright, Pujols and Molina coming to an end in STL. The fellas end the show with their All in or Dump and change segment and discuss their weekly shoutouts. --- Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/talkinbluenote/support

Joe and Zack present the table for the 2022-2023 season. The fellas begin with some local STL history being made by Albert Pujols, talk some golf and then begin their weekly segment of "All In, or Dump and Change." The boys talk some big retirements in the NHL that have come down the pike the last week. The boys then talk the preseason start for the Blues and how they see the roster coming into shape as October approaches. Stick around to the end for our weekly shoutout segment and see who has been impactful in our life over the last week! --- Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/talkinbluenote/support

PJ is missing this week, so Zack has good friend and listener Joe Travers on to fill in! The fellas dive into 4th of July plans, spotify playlists and weird Tinder encounters. The guys take some time to discuss the newly crowned Stanley Cup Champion Colorado Avalanche and who they had a soft spot for watching them win, then discuss Stanley Cup Parade and Celebration best-of's. The boys end the episode with rummaging through the NHL rumor mill and what may happen in free agency this summer! --- Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/no-pucks-given/support

PJ and Zack start the episode off hot with some more golf talk. They discuss the US Open won by Matthew Fitzpatrick, then move on to how they feel given the recent news of more PGA players leaving for the LIV Golf Tour. The boys chat about the game of musical chairs that is NHL coaching jobs and who has been hired the last few days. The guys talk about the future absence of Nicklas Backstrom and then talk about who the best passer of their lifetime is. The NHL Awards were handed out Tuesday night and the fellas have some harsh words for the award voting system and the NHL "All-Star Teams" that were announced. PJ and Zack talk the Stanley Cup Finals, how Tampa and Colorado fair through the rest of the series and who takes it. The boys end the episode with an interesting idea from a random tweet regarding the NHL's Original Six teams and they give their opinion on how it could help the game! --- Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/no-pucks-given/support

After a long hiatus, the boys are all the way back! PJ and Zack discuss the Blues post loss to the Colorado Avalanche and where they go from here this summer. Coaching change in Boston could be a domino effect for other issues underlying in the organization. The fellas end the episode by previewing the Stanley Cup Final between Colorado and Tampa and give their picks! --- Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/no-pucks-given/support

PJ and Zack are back after a weeks worth of drama in the NHL playoffs. The guys talk Tampa's clean sweep of the Florida panthers. There's drama in the Big Apple between Galant and the Hurricanes players which the boys take a minute to dissect and reminisce on the enforcer role in the NHL. PJ and Zack discuss Connor McDavid's unhuman performance so far and how it can get better as the playoffs go on. Finally, the boys are reeling in St. Louis and the fellas dive into the Kadri incident and what the Blues are doing wrong, or what Colorado is doing right to shut the Blues down as they face elimination Wednesday night. --- Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/no-pucks-given/support

PJ and Zack review the weekend's game 7 action. The guys then discuss the upcoming second round series starting tonight! The boys reveal their first round bracket winner and are running it back for you the listener, another 2nd round bracket contest! --- Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/no-pucks-given/support

The guys are back for another one. PJ and Zack start off talking Max Homa and his importance to the PGA Tour, Tom Brady getting the bag and how sports media is changing to show player personalities. PJ and Zack review the series at hand and how the referees are doing....sub par at best. The guys review the Blues' game 5 performance and look ahead to how they can close it out Thursday night. The boys end the show with their picks for Wednesday night's games and look to keep riding the gambling hot hand! --- Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/no-pucks-given/support

The boys review some of the NHL news and notes form the week that was. Review of playoff series so far, more predictions and some gambling picks for Monday night's game 4's. --- Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/no-pucks-given/support

PJ and Zack discuss the first two nights of NHL playoff action. Toronto putting the screws to Tampa, Florida losing to Washington and more! What do the Blues need to do to keep up the success after a strong game 1? The boys also give their gambling picks and discuss a new listener contest so be sure to stay tuned! Intro Song: "Horizons" - Surfaces Facebook - https://www.facebook.com/NPGPodcast Instagram - @ngp_pod @zackdegrande @sportsdad38 --- Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/no-pucks-given/support

PJ and Zack preview the first round of the 2022 NHL Playoffs and give their predictions in their inaugural episode. The boys also talk about the rise in scoring in the league and talk some 2021-2022 disappointments. Why does everybody hate the Vegas Golden Knights? Find that out in more in todays episode! --- Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/no-pucks-given/support

Zack brings on Chandler for episode 1 as they get into some hockey talk. Tom Wilson finds himself in hot water again after his actions in New York. Cole Caufield is lighting the league on fire in his first two appearances! Connor McDavid is just doing Connor McDavid things and we need to appreciate it. The guys talk the Blues' recent play and how they matchup against potential opponents as they look to punch their playoff ticket for the 9th time in 10 seasons. Is David Perron a Blues Ring Of Honor member? Find out in episode 1! --- Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/blues-otf-i70/support

Introduction to the pod and what to expect! --- Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/blues-otf-i70/support

Zack and Nugs review the WJC and preview the NHL ready prospects. The boys talk RFA's requesting trades and the NHL squeezing money out of their advertisers. --- Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/the-game-plan-podcast/support

The guys discuss the recent retirement of Mike "Doc" Emrick, the rebuild being real in Chicago and also their favorite gear. The guys bring on two local roller hockey beauties, Cody and Cory Kettler. Cody and Cory both play professionally for Alkali and get into some great stories! --- Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/the-game-plan-podcast/support

Free agent frenzy is upon us and it has been WILD! The boys discuss the big deals made and see where it will lead the player or team. Some real hot, steamy and half cocked hot takes come out in this discussion. Alex Pietrangelo is now Vegas bound, Zack has some parting words for him...but it's a business in the NHL! Intro Song - Sunday Best by Surfaces --- Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/the-game-plan-podcast/support

The boys start the episode off with some updates on the goings-on at TGP Sports. The guys then dive into some of the NHL News including the Blues front office and coaching staff seeing some changes. Erick and Zack discuss the NHL awards, and they have a gripe to pick with some of the criteria used to pick some winners. Zack goes on a rant about Alex Pietrangelo, given recent news about his contract dispute. The guys end the pod with some heart felt explanations about sports, coaching and how it can mold young people into better people in life. Enjoy! Intro Song: "Sunday Best" - Surfaces --- Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/the-game-plan-podcast/support

The guys are back after round 1 of the playoffs and are dissecting teams piece by piece. The boys also provide each team with a grade based on thei "expert" criteria. Erick and Zack end the episode by giving updates on TGP sports and how the brand is really growing! --- Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/the-game-plan-podcast/support

Erick and Zack tackle the ongoing Qualifier series. There have been some surprising series so far, and some teams the guys had counted out, deserve an apology from the boys. (10:18) Western Qualifier Series (41:58) Eastern Qualifier Series (1:21:06) State Wars & Men's League Talk Intro Song: "Sunday Best" - Surfaces --- Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/the-game-plan-podcast/support

HOCKEY IS OFFICIALLY BACK! Erick and Zack give their takes on the exhibition games taking place over the last few days. The boys then give their opinions on who has the edge in the Eastern Conference Play-In series! We are all glad to have hockey back and hope everyone enjoys the upcoming playoff series starting this weekend! Intro Song - "Sunday Best" - Surfaces --- Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/the-game-plan-podcast/support

Erick and Zack are all-in this episode. The guys discuss one man's bravery to keep minor hockey going in St. Louis and how that could play out. The boys then talk more salary cap woes for some big name teams and how they address it this off-season. The guys conclude with previewing the Wester Conference Play-In series! Introduction Song - "Sunday Best" by Surfaces. Check them out! --- Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/the-game-plan-podcast/support

Erick and Zack discuss the NHL's new tentative CBA enacted on Monday. Zack goes on a rant about escrow and the reason the NHL has a hard salary cap. The guys make a tier list of players for new fans asking who to watch when they go to games! Finally the boys build their prototypical NHL player from the ground up! Enjoy! --- Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/the-game-plan-podcast/support

Erick and Zack tackle the recent NHL Draft Lottery and how it went down last Friday night. Erick gives us a piece of his mind about why Detroit keeps getting bent over by the NHL Draft Lottery. The guys talk NHL's possible bump in the road with coming back to play, TORHS hockey tournament starting this week and also what July 1st means to sports as a collective group! Enjoy! --- Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/the-game-plan-podcast/support

The guys have Mike Pilcher on to talk all things hockey! Mike is the owner and operator of Hotbox Hockey Clothing and Pilch Films. You can find his links to the links below! Hotbox Hockey - https://www.instagram.com/hotboxhockey/ Pilch Films - https://www.instagram.com/pilch_films/ --- Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/the-game-plan-podcast/support

The whole crew is back at it! Greg, PJ, Erick and Zack are joined by Joel Herr. Joel is current hockey coach for the Carshield Hockey Program, Lindenwood Alum, and tells us some great stories. whether it's from playing growing up, learning from his dad coaching him, or his coaching style today, you will not be disappointed with this great insight from great dude! --- Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/the-game-plan-podcast/support

Erick and Zack discuss the testing protocol for the NHL. The guys discuss the Jack Eichel situation, could he possibly want out of Buffalo? The guys talk teams without captains and who the next best candidate would be for those clubs. The show finishes off with a bang, the guys tackle their USA and Canadian Olympic roster projections for 2022!  --- Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/the-game-plan-podcast/support

The guys discuss their recent quarantine activities and how they are keeping from going insane. Zack and Erick give their opinion on the popular Michael Jordan documentary "The Last Dance". Gary Bettman announced the NHL's "Return-To-Play" initiative, so the boys talk how it will affect the draft, free agency, and then finish off by giving their playoff predictions for the 24 team playoff tree! --- Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/the-game-plan-podcast/support

Erick and Zack interview Sam Eichenlaub. Sam is a former Fort Zumwalt and SCCC hockey player. He gives us a breakdown of his playing career then the boys decide to talk a little golf. Sam is an incredible golfer and has some great insight on the sport! --- Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/the-game-plan-podcast/support

The guys interview Kyle "Crazy" Kraemer. Crazy has been all over the world playing professional ice and roller hockey. The guys get right into Kyle's story and talk about his playing career, transition into coaching for Carshield 05's and talk all the crazy stories that abound his long career. Kyle provides some great insight into coaching tactics that everybody can learn from! The guys end the episode with news of Joel Ward's retirement, Chicago firing their President John Mcdonough and then talk some old school RHI stories! Enjoy --- Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/the-game-plan-podcast/support

Erick, Zack and PJ sit down with professional roller and ice hockey player Matt White. Matt has been all over the world playing in more than 4 professsional leagues including the AHL, EBEL, KHL and DEL. Matt discusses growing up in California and becoming a stand out prospect, playing roller hockey and opens up about some crazy stories that happened along the way!  --- Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/the-game-plan-podcast/support

Heavy hearts start the podcast as the boys reflect on the loss of Edmonton Oilers/Boston Bruins forward Colby Cave. The boys discuss Sammy Blais’ new contract and the NHL possibly playing into the summer. The guys then bring on Jeff Wear, an absolute character with no shortage of stories. Jeff is a Lindenwood University alum and current minor hockey coach. --- Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/the-game-plan-podcast/support

Strap up and get ready for the TGP boys’ most compelling interview yet. The guys sit down with current MOIHA and College Hockey referee Terry Ferrar. Terry gives some info about how he got into reffing, being best friends with Greg and even delves into some stories about his professional baseball career (you’ll definitely want to hear some of these incredible encounters he had along the way). Terry has a truly incredible memory and recalls vivid facts about his life leading up to where is now, you don’t want to miss this one! --- Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/the-game-plan-podcast/support

This one is special. The guys sit down with fellow hockey guy PJ Tallo. The boys start by asking some rapid fire questions, then move into PJ’s unique story in the roller hockey world. From McCluer High School, to UMSL and then to the pro’s in Europe PJ tells us all about it. PJ turns the tables near the end and asks Erick and Zack to share opinions on each other while Zack played under Ericks reign, which leads the guys to discussing how the game and attitudes are different today than from when they played. This one will have you laughing until it hurts at some points! Enjoy --- Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/the-game-plan-podcast/support

The TGP family gets together (remotely of course) and tells stories. The guys talk a little about their hockey background and how they ended up with TGP. The guys have so many stories that came up that made us laugh our asses off, but also some that warmed our hearts! Hope you guys enjoy! --- Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/the-game-plan-podcast/support

The guys give you their own little spin on the NHL Awards, TGP style! Each major award is listed with 3 nominees and the guys try to confer and give their opinion on who should win! Erick and Zack then give their 2020 “All-NHL Team” rosters. Lastly, the boys get a little generous in this crazy time, and also give some updates on the store operations and what is to come! Enjoy! --- Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/the-game-plan-podcast/support

The boys at TGP have fallen on hard times along with the rest of the country following major shutdowns due to COVID-19. Saying that, the guys are still hard at work getting some great content out. Today the guys dive right in with The Godfather of TGP and the genesis of where this podcast started, Mr. Greg Royer. Greg is a former Professional Roller Hockey player, coach and current principal owner of TGP Sports. We talk to Greg on how he got involved in hockey and what lead him to becoming the legend he is today in the world of hockey. Some old stories get brought up about his coaching days and the guys just have a blast hearing his tales! Enjoy! --- Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/the-game-plan-podcast/support

Erick and Zack talk NHL news including injury updates and the trade deadline. Ovechkin hits his 700th goal and it's very likely he breaks Gretzky's record of 894. David Ayres is a story for the ages, the boys also tackle the debacle that is the Toronto Maple Leafs. The guys finish up with some store updates, fantasy news and also the eventful weekend up at Centene Community Ice Center! --- Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/the-game-plan-podcast/support

Erick and Zack are back with more hockey content. The guys over at TGP Sports are making big moves with some big vendors. Then the boys try to fathom exactly what happened to Jay Bouwmeester on Tuesday Night against Anaheim as he had a cardiac episode, very scary situation for all. The boys discuss the conference playoff races and who will finish where. Some big trades are already falling and it's not even trade deadline day yet, one of them being a key piece over in Pittsburgh. Zack discusses what exactly is wrong with Alex Galchenyuk, can he still play in the league? The boys finish off the discussion with some big news out of the roller hockey world and are keeping their eye on the prize which is the NRHL (National Roller Hockey League). NRHL Website - https://www.thenationalrollerhockeyleague.com/home TGP Sports Links - "Game Plan Sports" on facebook (Website Coming Soon!) --- Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/the-game-plan-podcast/support

The TGP boys are back after the extended ASG Weekend Break, and with no shortage of content. The guys first take time to acknowledge the loss of a legend over the weekend, Kobe "Black Mamba" Bryant and pay their respects. The guys review the ASG Skills Comp which was highlighted with the Women's 3v3 game! Is the All-Star Game needing some new flair? Later on the guys take on a story that is still yet to be finished, David Backes and where he goes from here after being put on waivers. Erick gives his fantasy sleepers and streamers for you to maximize your fantasy stats!  Follow the guys on Twitter: @T_Rexarms19 or @zackdegrande --- Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/the-game-plan-podcast/support

After a break for the holidays, the guys have a lot to discuss. Erick gives his possible trade bait players for the deadline. Zack and Erick have a healthy debate about current players who may be Hall of Fame worthy! Then the show is ended with a bang as the guys discuss their All-Decade team. --- Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/the-game-plan-podcast/support

In this episode the guys dive into how TGP Sports has been doing as a whole in their first 2 weeks in the new store. Taylor Hall has a new place to call home. Jack Eichel is a monster, but is he ELITE? The guys tackle the Ilya Kovalchuck situation, then end it with some 2019 surprises and disappointments so far! --- Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/the-game-plan-podcast/support