Bottle Rocket with Alena Sycheva

In Episode 26 of Bottle Rocket, we are joined by self-proclaimed biggest Leafs fan Mark Nussbaum to break down the current state of the Toronto Maple Leafs — are they still in it or is this season slipping away?

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In Episode 25 of Bottle Rocket, four-time New York Emmy Award winner George Falkowski joins us for a fun hockey conversation — from the funniest player names in the game to the Hughes brothers.

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Bobby joins us for a thoughtful conversation about what winning really takes beyond talent and statistics. From team identity and locker-room accountability to leadership without the spotlight, pressure in the playoffs, and the mental side of the game, Bobby shares honest insights shaped by experience.

We also dive into coaching, role clarity and what fans often misunderstand about championships — plus reflections on legacy and what keeps hockey meaningful long after retirement.

This is a candid, perspective-driven conversation with one of the most complete forwards of his era.

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In Episode 23 of Bottle Rocket, we sit down with Chico Resch to talk goaltending, pressure and what it really takes to win at the highest level. We get into the mental side of the position, the current state of the Toronto Maple Leafs and New York Rangers and the influence of Russian hockey legends like Vladislav Tretiak. Chico also shares what winning the Stanley Cup actually feels like and how the game has evolved over time.

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Under Gordon’s leadership, Shattuck-St. Mary’s has captured 17 national championships, helping shape generations of elite female hockey players who have gone on to compete at the collegiate and professional levels.

We dive into the evolution of women’s hockey, what separates top prospects from the rest and how the growth of visibility, recruiting, and professional opportunities has changed the game. Gordon shares insight into player development, confidence, coaching and what young athletes should focus on in today’s rapidly changing hockey landscape.

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Glenn has had a rare front-row seat to two NHL expansion eras — witnessing the birth of the Washington Capitals in the 1970s and later the Seattle Kraken decades later. From early expansion struggles to how the league learned (and evolved), Glenn shares stories that most fans have never heard.

He’s also the author of The Legends of Landover: Long-Lost Stories of the Washington Capitals, a book dedicated to preserving forgotten players, moments, and narratives from hockey’s past.

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In Episode 20 of Bottle Rocket, we’re joined by Jason Helman, a nationally recognized PGA of Canada professional with over 25 years of coaching experience.

While Jason is best known as a golf instructor, he’s followed hockey closely for decades and his great-uncle, Harry Helman, played for the Ottawa Senators in 1923.

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On this episode, we’re joined by Bruce Bennett — one of the most influential figures in hockey photography and visual storytelling.

For nearly five decades, Bruce has documented the game at the highest level, covering over 5,800 NHL games, six Olympic Games, and shaping how hockey is seen around the world through his leadership at Getty Images.

Bruce takes us behind the lens to talk about capturing iconic moments, the pressure of photographing history as it unfolds, how the game and the craft have evolved, and what truly separates a good hockey photo from an unforgettable one.

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Ronnie Shuker joins Bottle Rocket for a wide-ranging conversation about hockey far beyond the box score.

An author and Editor-at-Large at The Hockey News, Ronnie has taken the game to some of the most unexpected places on Earth — from North Korea and Chernobyl to the Himalayas, where he played in a Guinness World Record-setting high-altitude hockey game.

We talk hockey as culture, storytelling in the age of hot takes, media responsibility, and the pressure of covering teams like the Maple Leafs. Ronnie also shares insight on Morgan Rielly, leadership, fan narratives and what still excites him about the game after decades around it.

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Joe shares unforgettable hockey stories, from covering Islanders dynasty teams and legendary Rangers–Islanders rivalries to breaking the news of the Florida Panthers’ expansion, learning to drive a Zamboni and reflecting on how the NHL has changed over the years.

Packed with history, laughs, and behind-the-scenes insight — this is a must-listen for hockey fans.

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