Blades Uncut

The guys are back with a jam-packed episode featuring two esteemed guests this week. After Mitch and Les recap some recent WHL news, along with the latest on several alumni, they welcome long-time legendary broadcaster Chris Cuthbert onto the pod to chat about the NHL playoffs. Later on, arguably the Blades greatest coach of all-time, Lorne Molleken, is welcomed on to share some of his favourite memories from his 13 years with the team. Mitch and Les also announce a new trivia question winner, and present a new question to the listeners.

Mitch and Les are back this week with a special episode, chatting with former Blades tough guy Kevin "Killer" Kaminski, who racked up 823 penalty minutes in his WHL career. Most of those were dealt with his gloves off, but thanks to his knack of scoring goals at a high pace, Killer earned a 3rd round selection by the Minnesota North Stars. He then went on to play more than 100 NHL games, spent with Minnesota, Quebec, and most notable the Washington Capitals. Killer goes into detail on some of his most memorable fights, and some of his fond memories of playing with the Blades. Mitch and Les also touch on alumni news, declare a winner from last week's trivia question, and present a new question to the listeners.

Les returns from another holiday and catches up with Mitch about his week away from the radio booth. The guys discuss Nolan Kneen's signing in the ECHL, and former Blades captain Mike Green's retirement from the NHL. Later on, Mitch and Les bring captain Chase Wouters onto the podcast to discuss his offseason, heading into September without a hockey season, his leadership traits and answers some fan-submitted questions. After the interview, Mitch takes a deep dive into Les's vast collection of signature goal calls, questioning the origin and reason behind each call. The two finish up the episode by announcing a social media contest winner, and introduce a new trivia question.

He's become one of the NHL's most marketable players, collecting six points in nine playoff games, and becoming a catalyst for the Chicago Blackhawks. Kirby Dach continues to turn heads at just 19-years-old, giving Blades fans plenty of reason to get excited this post-season. The former Blades forward opens up about his uncharacteristic journey to the NHL and how learning from veterans Jonathan Toews and Patrick Kane has helped his development. Kirby also answers several fan-submitted questions, and discusses what life inside the NHL's bubble is like. Mitch and Tyler also welcome Global Saskatoon's Ryan Flaherty onto the podcast for the first time to discuss the local sports landscape and how other sports leagues are overcoming the hardship of the pandemic. 

This week's episode is packed full of NHL playoff content. Mitch welcomes Les back onto the podcast after a week on holidays, and chat with long-time NHL broadcaster and sports aficionado Peter Loubardias about this year's post-season. Loubardias dissects the Calgary Flames vs. Dallas Stars series, and how Calgary has been able to generate early post-season success. Following their chat with Lou, the guys welcome Dallas Stars goaltender and former Blade Anton Khudobin onto Blades Uncut, and chat about life inside the 'bubble', competing in this year's playoffs, and the great times living and playing in Saskatoon. Mitch also recaps last week's trivia question and presents a new question for Blade City!

This week's episode features a special guest host in lue of Les Lazaruk's vacation. Tyler Wawryk makes his Blades Uncut debut alongside Mitch Bach to chat about the league's decision to push the regular season start date to December 4th. The two also recap the NHL's first week of action which includes some spectacular work by former Blade Kirby Dach of the Chicago Blackhawks. Freshly graduated from the WHL, Riley McKay jumps on the pod to talk about farm life in Swan River, MB as well as signing his pro contract with the Rockford IceHogs. Mitch and Ty wrap it up with a new trivia question and some golf talk.

Mitch and Les are back for a special episode of Blades Uncut ahead of the August Long Weekend. The guys discuss the recent NHL exhibition play and recap both of last week's trivia questions (including the winners). Former captain and career Blade Nick Zajac jumps on later to tell some stories of his time in Saskatoon, where his life is at right now, the memories he has playing with the team and where his career took him after playing in the WHL. Mitch and Les wrap it up with a birthday shout-out, and a new trivia question!

Mitch and Les welcome Blades leading scorer Tristen Robins onto the podcast, discussing his surging second half of last season, and his likelihood of hearing his name called in this year's NHL Entry Draft. Robins also fields some questions from listeners, and chats about his off-season training regime. Prior to the chat with Robins, Mitch and Les take a deeper look into the Blades alumni competing for roster spots ahead of the NHL's Return to Play, and some of the other stories in the sports world. Plus, the guys have a new trivia question, giving you a chance to head home with Blades merch!

Welcome to Blades Uncut! A new, digital way for Blade City to connect to their favourite WHL team! In episode 1, host Mitch Bach is joined by voice of the Blades Les Lazaruk to talk the recent developments in the WHL and NHL. Graduated assistant captain Scott Walford also jumps on the pod to discuss his recent commitment to McGill University, the emotional ride involved with saying goodbye to his career under extreme circumstances, and how his off-season has gone so far. Mitch and Les wrap up the episode by looking back on a few recent social media contests, and propose the first trivia question. Stay tuned for episode 2 next week!