Best Deep in the Heart of Hockey Podcasts (2025)

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NHL SQUAD SHOW: How Important Is Goaltending In The Playoffs? 31:45

7h ago31:45

31:45

Welcome to the NHL Squad Show! Today our hosts Gil Martin (Locked On Islanders), Eddie Garcia (Locked On Kings) and Zach Martin (Locked On Hurricanes) are here to talk about what really matters in the playoffs: goaltending. Also, we discuss how to improve the regular season AND the playoff format, before swinging back to the playoffs to talk about …

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Adam Fantilli Might End Up Being The GREATEST Columbus Blue Jacket Of All Time 30:09

18h ago30:09

30:09

Adam Fantilli is still only 20 years old, but he had 31 goals this season despite having a sophomore slump for the first 40 games. We look at his season of two halves, what he could end up meaning to the Blue Jackets organisation at the end of his career, and what he needs to do this summer to make next season even better than this one! Support Us …

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Columbus Blue Jackets Winger Kent Johnson Was ELECTRIC This Season: What's Next? 28:38

2d ago28:38

28:38

Kent Johnson exploded offensively for the Blue Jackets this season, but what's next for him? We look at his great third full NHL season, what his ceiling could be, whether he can be a point a game player next season, and who the best options for his linemates are! Support Us By Supporting Our Sponsors! Monarch Money Take control of your finances wi…

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Do The Columbus Blue Jackets Need More Middle Six Wingers? 31:42

3d ago31:42

31:42

Instead of spending a third of their cap space on one player, could the Blue Jackets improve their roster by adding some middle six options this summer? We look at LA's Andrei Kuzmenko, a younger, high risk high reward option, and Claude Giroux, a veteran with leadership that can still contribute on both sides of the puck, before trying to decide w…

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How Game Time Watches Went from DIY to NFL Deals – Adam Pennington 47:05

4d ago47:05

47:05

In this episode of the Sports Chasers Podcast – Interview Sessions, host Kevin L. Warren sits down with Adam Pennington, the creative force behind Game Time Watches. From manually programming team schedules into watch chips to landing licensing deals with the NFL, MLB, NHL, WWE, and NASCAR, Adam shares the rollercoaster ride of entrepreneurship, sp…

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The Columbus Blue Jackets SHOULD Bring Vladislav Gavrikov Back 30:57

4d ago30:57

30:57

Vladislav Gavrikov was a great Blue Jacket and a very solid King; he's now a UFA, and the Blue Jackets should seriously think about bringing him back. We discuss his time in Columbus, his excellent underlying numbers, whether he's an upgrade on Provorov, and how likely it is he makes it to July 1 unsigned! Support Us By Supporting Our Sponsors! Mon…

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FREE AGENT FRIDAY: Could Jake Allen Be The New Columbus Blue Jackets Back-up Goalie? 29:03

7d ago29:03

29:03

The Blue Jackets have a question in goal. Could Jake Allen be the answer? We look at whether he'd be willing to leave New Jersey, what his role would be in Columbus, and what a new contract would look like, as well as thinking about whether Jet Greaves is ready to do the heavy lifting in the NHL. Support Us By Supporting Our Sponsors! Monarch Money…

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End of an Era: Maple Leafs’ Playoff Collapse and the Offseason Crossroads 1:25:52

7d ago1:25:52

1:25:52

The Toronto Maple Leafs’ season ends in familiar fashion—a heartbreaking Game 7 loss, this time in humiliating fashion to the Florida Panthers, marking the latest chapter in their long playoff struggles. With the “Core Four” era potentially over, team President Brendan Shanahan out the door, and star forward Mitch Marner likely to test free agency,…

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Knicks COLLAPSE, NFL Tush Push Debate & NHL Mayhem 1:55:29

7d ago1:55:29

1:55:29

' In this episode of the Sports Chasers Podcast, recorded LIVE on May 22, 2025, the crew unpacks a wild week in sports! Topics include: Knicks Game 1 collapse vs Pacers 🏀 NFL Tush Push debate & playoff seeding overhaul 🏈 NHL Playoff breakdown: Leafs & Hurricanes melt down 🏒 MLB rivalry week & Power Rankings 📊 WNBA rising stars 🌟 🎧 PLUS: A preview o…

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NHL SQUAD SHOW: The Conference Finals Are Here: Who Are Our Picks To Make The SCF? 32:12

7d ago32:12

32:12

Welcome to the NHL Squad Show! Today our hosts Gil Martin (Locked On Islanders), Eddie Garcia (Locked On Kings), Haley Taylor Simon (Locked On Blues), Ann Kimmel (Locked On Preds) and Seth Toupal (Locked On Wild) are here to check in on the start of the conference finals, talk through each team’s changes, make some predictions on the Stanley Cup Fi…

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How Well Is The 2020 NHL Draft Turning Out For The Columbus Blue Jackets? 38:50

8d ago38:50

38:50

2020 was the last time the Blue Jackets were not a lottery team, so how was their drafting? We discuss Yegor Chinakhov's untapped potential, Samuel Knazko's future as a depth defenceman, Mikael Pyhhtia's coming out party this year, and what will become of Ole Julian Bjorkvik Holm and Samuel Johannesen! Support Us By Supporting Our Sponsors! Monarch…

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Is Mitch Marner The Elite Winger The Columbus Blue Jackets Need? 37:31

9d ago37:31

37:31

The Blue Jackets need at least one top 6 winger, and Mitch Marner looks ready to get the hell out of Toronto. Can Columbus make a good enough pitch to sign him? Should they? We look at his elite regular season numbers, the Columbus salary cap situation, and finally, we address the elephant in the room: his playoff performance, to see if Don Waddell…

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Is The Columbus Blue Jackets Goalie Prospect Pool Deep Enough Yet? 22:52

10d ago22:52

22:52

Will Scouch is back for one final time to talk about the goalie prospect pool the Blue Jackets are building, as well as what they should do in the upcoming draft with their two first round picks! Support Us By Supporting Our Sponsors! Monarch Money Take control of your finances with Monarch Money. Use code LOCKEDONNHL at monarchmoney.com for 50% of…

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Clark vs. Reese🔥: Real Rivalry or Media Creation? | WNBA Drama! 1:42:53

10d ago1:42:53

1:42:53

Rewind LIVE Monday Night! On this episode of the Sports Chasers Podcast, the crew goes full throttle: Brock Purdy’s $265M Deal 🏈 The NFL’s playoff reseeding proposal & “tush push” ban MLB Rivalry Week ⚾ Brandon Hyde’s firing in Baltimore Caitlin Clark & Angel Reese’s media-fueled rivalry 🏀 Knicks, Thunder, Pacers + NBA playoff updates Preakness Sta…

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Did Key Columbus Blue Jackets Prospects Gavin Brindley, Cayden Lindstrom and William Whitelaw Do Enough This Season? 23:06

11d ago23:06

23:06

Will Scouch is back to talk about some more of our favourite Blue Jackets prospects, as we talk about why we shouldn't worry about Gavin Brindley, what's next for Cayden Lindstrom, and what's up with William Whitelaw entering the transfer portal for the second time in 2 years! Support Us By Supporting Our Sponsors! Monarch Money Take control of you…

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Can One Of Luca Del Bel Belluz, Luca Pinelli OR Luca Marelli Be A Difference Maker For The Columbus Blue Jackets? 26:48

14d ago26:48

26:48

It's a prospect checkin day here at Locked On Blue Jackets, as we take a look at the Lucas in the system in Luca Del Bel Belluz, Luca Pinelli and Luca Marelli with Will Scouch of Scouching! There are holes in the CBJ line-up, can Del Bel Belluz fill one of them? How far away from the NHL is Pinelli? Is Luca Marelli a legit top 4 D option for the Bl…

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The Pete Rose Dilemma & MLB’s Integrity Crisis 1:36:41

14d ago1:36:41

1:36:41

🎙️ Sports Chasers Podcast – Episode 271 Broadcast Date: May 15, 2025 This week, the crew dives into a fiery lineup of sports stories and debates: ⚾ Pete Rose and Shoeless Joe Jackson reinstated in MLB record books 🏈 NFL drops its 2025 schedule — Netflix games, international expansion, and prime-time Dallas Cowboys 🏀 Draymond Green fined for integri…

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NHL SQUAD SHOW: The NHL Playoffs Continue To Surprise And The Coaching Carousel Is Slowing Down 31:49

14d ago31:49

31:49

Welcome to the NHL Squad Show! Today our hosts Gil Martin (Locked On Islanders), Tom Callahan (Locked on Mammoth), Kyle Kjer (Locked On Ducks) and Shukri Wrights (Locked On NHL Game Night) are here to check in on the second round of the playoffs, before talking about some of the newly hired coaches, including Joel Quenneville and Rick Tocchet! Supp…

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🔥 2025 WNBA Season Preview: Full Team-by-Team Breakdown & Bold Predictions! 2:00:47

15d ago2:00:47

2:00:47

🔥 This week on the Sports Chasers Podcast: It’s our exclusive 2025 WNBA Season Preview — an all-in deep dive into the teams, stars, rookies, and storylines you NEED to know before the season tips off! 👑 Will the Liberty repeat? 🔥 Will Caitlin Clark elevate Indiana? 🌪️ Is Paige Bueckers ready to run the league? 🛡️ Are the Lynx built for a title? Joi…

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Cayden Lindstrom Is BACK: Important Columbus Blue Jacket Prospect Returns To The Ice 21:11

15d ago21:11

21:11

After missing almost 400 days of major junior hockey, Blue Jackets prospect Cayden Lindstrom returned to the ice for the Medicine Hat Tigers this week and has recorded 4 points in 3 games. James Tubb of the Medicine Hat News joins the show to discuss Lindstrom's return, and how he's looking out there on the ice! Support Us By Supporting Our Sponsor…

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A Columbus Blue Jackets Season In Review (Part 2) 26:24

16d ago26:24

26:24

Today we're back chatting with @JacketsInsider Jeff Svoboda as we discuss the rise of Adam Fantilli as The Guy for Columbus, Kirill Marchenko making Blue Jackets history, Cole Sillinger's underrated season, and what this team needs to do to take the next step forward! Support Us By Supporting Our Sponsors! Monarch Money Take control of your finance…

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Maple Leafs at a Crossroads: Tied 2-2 with the Panthers, What’s Next for Toronto? 1:06:34

16d ago1:06:34

1:06:34

The Toronto Maple Leafs find themselves in a pivotal moment as their tightly contested series with the Florida Panthers is now deadlocked at 2-2. After being outplayed and shut out 2-0 in Game 4 on the road, the Leafs must regroup and adjust quickly to regain control. We dive into Toronto’s struggles with discipline and offensive execution, the rel…

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A Columbus Blue Jackets Season In Review (Part 1) 27:55

17d ago27:55

27:55

The Blue Jackets were in an impossible situation as the 2024-25 season started, but they finished it only 2 points out of a playoff spot. Jeff Svoboda (@JacketsInsider) is here to talk about how the team defied expectations this season, his thoughts on Don Waddell and Dean Evason's first years in the organisation, and just how important Sean Monaha…

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Mavs Shock NBA Draft Lottery+ Barkley's ESPN Feud Explodes 1:26:28

17d ago1:26:28

1:26:28

🎧 Sports Chasers Podcast – Monday Night Weekend Rewind | May 12, 2025 Join the crew as they tackle: 🗓️ The NFL's 2025 Schedule Release — who has it toughest? (👀 Giants…) 🏀 NBA Draft Lottery chaos — Mavericks shock the world! 🎙️ Charles Barkley calls out ESPN 🧨 🔥 Michael Jordan returns to NBA broadcasting ⚾ The Colorado Rockies fire their manager — …

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FREE AGENCY: Should The Columbus Blue Jackets Target Nikolaj Ehlers? 27:58

18d ago27:58

27:58

The Blue Jackets have cap space to burn this summer, should they spend some on Nikolaj Ehlers? We look at his time in Winnipeg, what his next contract could cost, and where he fits best in the CBJ line-up, before deciding whether the team should target him or not! Support Us By Supporting Our Sponsors! Monarch Money Take control of your finances wi…

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Knicks SHOCK Celtics Again! NBA Playoff Analysis & Full Breakdown 🏀🔥 1:56:07

21d ago1:56:07

1:56:07

In this episode of the Sports Chasers Podcast – Thursday Night LIVE, we unpack the BIGGEST stories in sports: • The Knicks’ wild playoff comeback vs the Celtics 🔥 • Pirates fire manager Derek Shelton — what's next? 🧢 • Manny Pacquiao returns to boxing at 46 — smart move or disaster? 🥊 • NCAA’s NIL confusion — is government regulation coming? 💼 • NH…

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NHL SQUAD SHOW: The NHL Playoffs have EVERYTHING; Draft Lottery Surprises EVERYONE 32:55

21d ago32:55

32:55

Welcome to the NHL Squad Show! Today our hosts Gil Martin (Locked On Islanders), Haley Taylor Simon (Locked On Blues) and Shukri Wrights (Locked On NHL Game Night) are here to talk about the back to back Game 7 comebacks in Round 1 of the NHL playoffs, the Sam Bennett incident vs the Maple Leafs, the upcoming second round series’, and the shock tha…

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Sean Monahan Was The Heart And Soul Of The Columbus Blue Jackets This Season 27:26

22d ago27:26

27:26

Sean Monahan was arguably the most impactful player for the Blue Jackets this season, despite missing almost 30 games with an injury. He was over a point a game, he elevated the games of players like Kirill Marchenko, and was an excellent mentor for young centres like Adam Fantilli. We talk about what brought him to Columbus, what motivated him to …

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Some Columbus Blue Jackets Are Heading To The World Championships! 34:56

22d ago34:56

34:56

As expected, head coach Dean Evason and forwards Kent Johnson and Adam Fantilli will be representing Canada and the Blue Jackets this summer, but surprisingly, team USA will also be welcome a CBJ, as Zach Werenski changes his mind and heads to Europe for the World Championships. We talk about this surprise, as well as some general WC talk, before t…

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It Doesn't Matter That The Columbus Blue Jackets Moved Back In The Draft 29:55

24d ago29:55

29:55

The Blue Jackets didn't win the lottery last night, but in fairness who was expecting them to? We talk about the lottery, about why moving from 13 to 14 OA isn't a big deal, take a quick look at some players who could be available in that ranger, and then pivot to discuss how likely it actually is that the Blue Jackets keep that pick. Support Us By…

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NBA Playoff DRAMA + MLB Power Rankings Update | NHL Overtime CRAZY 1:31:29

24d ago1:31:29

1:31:29

NBA Playoff DRAMA + MLB Power Rankings Update | NHL Overtime CRAZY On this week’s Monday Night Weekend Rewind, the Sports Chasers Podcast dissects the NFL’s biggest headline: Justin Tucker’s release. Was it performance-based, or something deeper? We also discuss Aaron Rodgers possibly influencing the Steelers’ draft plans, preview the upcoming WNBA…

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Columbus Blue Jackets Head Coach Dean Evason SNUBBED For the Jack Adams Award 32:59

25d ago32:59

32:59

Blue Jackets head coach Dean Evason was quietly one of the most influential coaches of the year, but didn't get a nod as a coach of the year award finalist. Why not? First we look at the season the CBJ had under Dean Evason, then we look at the three finalists and what they bring to the table, before wrapping up by talking about if the CBJ were bet…

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Leafs Survive the Battle of Ontario: Panthers Await 1:18:36

26d ago1:18:36

1:18:36

The Maple Leafs have done it-Toronto clinched a hard-fought first-round series over the Ottawa Senators in six games, with Max Pacioretty’s late heroics and William Nylander’s offensive surge sealing the deal in Game 6. But it wasn’t all smooth sailing: after racing out to a 3-0 series lead, the Leafs let Ottawa claw back and force a tense finish, …

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Bill Belichick Controversy EXPOSED + Lakers Meltdown & FALLOUT! 🔥 2:17:44

28d ago2:17:44

2:17:44

On this episode of the Sports Chasers Podcast, the crew delivers raw, unfiltered takes on: Bill Belichick’s controversial relationship with Jordan Hudson and the media fallout The Washington Commanders’ proposed stadium project and its financial implications The Atlanta Falcons' $250k fine over a bizarre draft prank Soaring NBA Playoff ratings vs. …

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NHL SQUAD SHOW: Who makes the second round, ASG cancelled, Canucks coaching vacancy opens 32:14

28d ago32:14

32:14

Welcome to the NHL Squad Show! Today our hosts Gil Martin (Locked On Islanders), Seth Toupal (Locked On Wild), Tom Callahan (Locked On Utah Hockey Club), and Ann Kimmel (Locked On Predators) are here to talk about the biggest surprises of the playoffs so far, plus the 2026 ASG is cancelled, and Vancouver needs a new coach Support Us By Supporting O…

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Has Kirill Marchenko Got An Even Higher Ceiling To Hit For The Columbus Blue Jackets? 31:45

29d ago31:45

31:45

Kirill Marchenko had a 30pt jump in his point total from last season for the Blue Jackets, and hit 30 goals for the first time in his career. Can he do even better next year? We discuss that, as well as who could be the other winger for Sean Monahan come October! Support Us By Supporting Our Sponsors! Monarch Money Take control of your finances wit…

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Zach Werenski Was The MVP Of The Columbus Blue Jackets; Does He Deserve The Norris? 32:45

30d ago32:45

32:45

Zach Werenski was named one of three Norris finalists by the NHL yesterday; does the Blue Jackets D deserve it more? We start by looking at just how good he was for the CBJ this season, matching him up against the other two finalists, and finally asking, is there another gear he can hit? What do the Blue Jackets need to do to make sure he has anoth…

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Which Holes In The Columbus Blue Jackets Roster Could Be Filled By Cleveland Monsters? 33:27

1M ago33:27

33:27

There is always roster turnover in the summer, and the Blue Jackets won't likely look as different this October as they did last fall, but GM Don Waddell wants to fine tune the roster and fill some holes. His starting place should be in the AHL, as Jet Greaves and Denton Mateychuk look to be locks on the opening night roster, but could players like…

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"NFL Draft Fallout, NHL Playoffs Drama & NBA Playoffs Non-Calls | Sports Chasers Podcast LIVE" 1:38:32

1M ago1:38:32

1:38:32

🔥 Welcome to the Sports Chasers Podcast "Thursday Night Live Show"! 🔥 Tonight, the crew breaks down the NFL Draft aftermath (Shedeur Sanders)🏈, discusses the Colorado Rockies’ woes ⚾, addresses disturbing fan behavior in MLB, dives deep into NHL playoff action 🏒, and critiques NBA playoff controversies 🏀. 🎯 Don’t miss our no-holds-barred reactions,…

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The Cleveland Monsters Are Fun Again Thanks To Reinforcements From The Columbus Blue Jackets 33:04

1M ago33:04

33:04

The Cleveland Monsters dispatched the Toronto Marlies in 2 games with a certain amount of ease, thanks to huge performances from Jet Greaves, Denton Mateychuk and Madison Bowey. We talk about how great it is to get guys like 73 and 17 back from the Blue Jackets, and then take a look ahead at the Laval Rocket, and whether they're beatable in a 5 gam…

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🏈 NFL Draft 2025 LIVE Reactions + NBA/NHL Playoffs Breakdown! 1:45:58

1M ago1:45:58

1:45:58

In this LIVE episode of the Sports Chasers Podcast, the crew reacts in real-time to the NFL Draft 2025, breaks down the latest MLB Power Rankings, and gives in-depth coverage of the NBA and NHL Playoffs. With insights from Dan K (The Hockey Dude) and Ryan (NBA Insider), this episode is your one-stop shop for elite-level sports talk. 🧠 Key Topics: N…

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The Real Reason The Columbus Blue Jackets Didn't Make The Playoffs 36:53

1M ago36:53

36:53

A lot has been said about goaltending not being good enough for the Blue Jackets this year, but not enough is being said about the miserable special teams. The power play improved but is still below average, and the penalty kill was basically stagnant. We look at what went wrong, how to improve them, and, of course, touch on goaltending in today's …

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NHL SQUAD SHOW: Playoff surprises, playoff rivalries, and newly fired coaches! 33:48

1M ago33:48

33:48

Welcome to the NHL Squad Show! Today our hosts Gil Martin (Locked On Islanders), Shukri Wrights (Locked On NHL Game Night), Erica L Ayala (Locked On Kraken), Ann Kimmel (Locked On Predators), Kyle Kjer (Locked On Ducks) and Haley Taylor Simon (Locked On Blues) are here to talk about the biggest surprises of the playoffs so far and which playoff riv…

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Were The Columbus Blue Jackets The Most Improved NHL Team This Season? 35:07

1M ago35:07

35:07

It seems fair to say that the Blue Jackets were miserable to watch last season. This season, though they didn't make the playoffs, no one expected them to, and they responded to an offseason tragedy by improving in basically every metric of the game, as well as having several players with career high seasons, including Zach Werenski's record breaki…

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Leafs Light Up the Battle: Toronto Dominates Senators in Playoff Opener 26:50

1M ago26:50

26:50

The Battle of Ontario is back—and the Toronto Maple Leafs made a statement in Game 1. On this episode, we break down the Leafs’ emphatic 6-2 victory over the Ottawa Senators in their first-round playoff clash. Mitch Marner led the charge with a goal and two assists, while William Nylander and John Tavares each tallied a goal and an assist of their …

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Sports Chasers & East Gridiron, NFL Mock Draft Round 1 Breakdown 2:28:37

1M ago2:28:37

2:28:37

NFL Draft Special: Sports Chasers x East Coast Gridiron | Full 1st Round Breakdown, Team Draft Strategies, and CFB Talk In this episode of the Sports Chasers Podcast, we dive headfirst into the 2025 NFL Draft! Alongside our guests from East Coast Gridiron, we break down every first-round pick, analyze team needs, and discuss the long-term developme…

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What Could The Columbus Blue Jackets Do At The 2025 NHL Entry Draft? 43:09

1M ago43:09

43:09

The Blue Jackets have two first round picks in the upcoming draft, what are some players they could draft, if they kepe both picks? We have Tony Ferrari here to talk about players like Malcolm Spence (F) and Blake Fiddler (D) who are excellent options to fill the gaps in the CBJ line-up, as well as getting his thoughts on Denton Mateychuk's rookie …

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Winning Outside the Ring: Cam F. Awesome's Life Game Plan 1:12:16

1M ago1:12:16

1:12:16

In this episode of the Sports Chasers Podcast – Interview Sessions, we sit down with five-time USA Boxing National Champion Cam F. Awesome 🎙️. From being bullied as a kid to becoming one of the most decorated amateur boxers in history, Cam’s story is one of resilience, self-belief, and reinvention. Topics Covered: 🥊 How boxing gave Cam purpose & co…

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🔥 Travis Hunter's NFL Ultimatum | Aaron Rodgers Blasts Jets | NBA Playoff Matches Talk 1:45:58

1M ago1:45:58

1:45:58

🎙️ In this loaded episode of the Sports Chasers Podcast: Thursday Night Live, Kevin L. Warren and the crew dissect Travis Hunter’s bold NFL Draft demand to play both ways, plus Colorado’s jersey retirement drama featuring Hunter and Shedeur Sanders. Other topics: Juan Soto vs. the media: Was he out of line? Luka Dončić traded: Is Adam Silver hiding…

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The Columbus Blue Jackets Can Finish The Season Strong Despite Late Playoff Disappointment 34:37

1M ago34:37

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The Blue Jackets' playoff destiny was out of their hands and it didn't work out for them, but they still have one more game to play before it's the summer. We sit down with Gil Martin of Locked On Islanders to discuss how their season has gone, how the CBJ have defied all expectations, and what needs to happen for either team to finish the season w…

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