This week on Enjoying Orange Slices with Jeff & Ian 🍊🏒

It's 2026 and the boys are back—Jeff's fresh off some travel (and snow stories), Bagg's got a classic "only in Long Beach" moment, and the show leans right into what it does best: hockey + life + a whole lot of laughs.

This week's guest is a beauty: Captain Rod Buskus returns—14-year pro (500+ games) who spent 25 years with Hawaiian Airlines—and the conversation turns into an awesome hockey-to-aviation deep dive, including his retirement flight and what comes next.

In This Episode:

• New year kickoff + a quick "beach day" story that gets awkward fast 🌴😅

Travel chaos from the North: snow, flights, and why the Q400 is a beast (but not exactly comfy) ✈️❄️

Rod's retirement flight recap + the wave of messages from the hockey world 🌺🏒

Hockey ↔ aviation parallels: why being a team player matters in both locker rooms and cockpits 🤝

The biggest shift in flying over the years: how 9/11 changed security and the whole feel of air travel 🛫

Rod's NHL road: Pittsburgh/LA/Chicago stories, including the Hollywood Kings era and how Gretzky changed the vibe 🎬

• Plus: the hilarious reason Rod ended up with #77 in LA 😄

⚠️ Content note: strong language + a bit of adult humor in the opener.

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This week on Enjoying Orange Slices with Jeff & Ian 🍊🏒

Part 2 picks up right as Darren Millard crashes the party and immediately starts chirping—turning this episode into a full-on "monumentary." With Doug MacLean in storyteller mode, Jeff and Ian get more behind-the-curtain GM life, classic hockey-lifer tales, and the kind of banter that only gets better as the episode rolls on.

In This Episode: • Darren Millard drops in with the roasts, the questions, and a few perfectly-timed one-liners 🎙️ • Doug's new book update—and why this one's going to be must-read for hockey fans 📚 • The never-ending Brule over Kopitar chirp (and why it still follows Doug around) 😅 • "Strummer" stories: Vegas hockey roots, old-school scouting, and a wild tale of accountability that changed a life 🏒 • The real origin of the Columbus cannon—plus the funniest "did anyone…?" question Ian could ask 💥 • Comedy meets hockey: front-row heckling scenarios, what makes a great show, and a few classic digs at each other 🎭

Another episode packed with laughs, legend stories, and real talk. Don't forget to like, comment, and subscribe for your weekly hockey fix!

This week on Enjoying Orange Slices with Jeff & Ian 🍊🏒

Jeff's in Vegas, Ian's holding it down from Long Beach, and the boys welcome Doug MacLean (ex-NHL coach, ex-NHL GM, and all-time hockey character) for what quickly turns into an absolute monumentary of stories, laughs, and behind-the-scenes truth.

In This Episode:

• Doug explains the real meaning of "Orange Slices"… including the time a coach literally threw oranges at him between periods 🍊😂

Junior hockey realities: leaving home young, billets, pressure, and what's changed for players today

The NCAA eligibility shift + NIL ripple effects—how major junior, college, and development paths could get reshaped 🏫📈

Draft-day chaos: the Brulé vs. Kopitar debate, the Carey Price curveball, and why Doug says one decision cost him "about $30 million" 😳

Plus: Doug's new book update (Simon & Schuster), a quick Darren Millard cameo, and plenty of chirps along the way 📚🎙️

If this is the last one before Christmas (or "maybe ever" 🤣), it's a good one—like, comment, and subscribe for your weekly hockey fix!

This week on Enjoying Orange Slices with Jeff & Ian 🍊🏒

Ian's got a wild travel story (shoutout to the Dayton airport's "meal options" 😅), Jeff's got the hockey brain switched all the way on, and the boys break down a viewing experience that felt like watching hockey on IMAX — because… it basically was.

In This Episode:

• The COSM experience: a 3-story immersive screen where the puck looked "6 feet by 6 feet" and you feel in the game 🎥🏒

Why this kind of mega-view could change how teams review mistakes (and how fans follow the play) 📊

Kings vs Kraken impressions: LA's "functional" vibe vs Seattle's defend-first identity under Lane Lambert 🌊👑

Canucks Minute: clicks, distractions, and the constant daily chatter around names like Quinn Hughes 🇨🇦

Patience with Florida + Edmonton early: "let them get their oil changed" after all those playoff miles 🛠️

Dallas injuries and why Colorado is just… stupid good (plus goaltending talk) 🏥❄️

Pickup truck talk + a River Kings shout-out 🚚🏆

Drop a comment: Would you watch a full game at COSM — yes or no?

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This week on Enjoying Orange Slices with Jeff & Ian 🍊🏒 Ian's back from the road, Jeff's deep in the Golden Knights' season, and the guys are ready to roll. From goalies getting in their groove to teams trying to find their spark, Jeff and Ian deliver sharp takes with their usual side of banter and behind-the-scenes insight.

In This Episode:

• Golden Knights updates: what's clicking and where there's work to do 🎰

• Why timing is everything for goalies—and how confidence can change everything 🥅

• Ian's comedy travels, fan encounters, and a few unexpected run-ins 🎤

• Jeff on the rhythm of a team finding itself mid-season

• Thoughts on rivalries, fan pressure, and the realities of being "the defending champ"

Plus: shoutouts to the broadcast teams, a little chirping about warmups, and the age-old debate—suit and tie or hoodie?

Another episode filled with honest takes, great stories, and plenty of laughs. Don't forget to like, comment, and subscribe for your weekly hockey fix!

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This week on Enjoying Orange Slices with Jeff & Ian 🍊🏒

The NHL season is in full swing, and Jeff and Ian are here to break down the trends, the trouble spots, and the top performers. From coaching changes to inconsistent goalies and emerging stars, the guys cover it all with their signature mix of hockey wisdom and off-the-cuff humor.

In This Episode:

• Edmonton's coaching change: Does Knoblauch bring the right energy? 🛢️

• The Golden Knights hit a tough patch—Jeff weighs in from the inside 🎙️

• Vancouver's rising confidence and Demko's solid performance 🧤

• Teams riding goaltending highs—and others crashing on defensive lapses

• Plus: Ian's thoughts on locker room culture, press pressure, and preseason conditioning

Packed with sharp analysis and chirps you won't hear anywhere else, it's another must-watch episode of Orange Slices.

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This week on Enjoying Orange Slices with Jeff & Ian 🍊🏒

Jeff and Ian return with another candid, fun, and hockey-filled episode. With more NHL games under everyone's belt, the guys talk goaltending, struggling Canadian teams, and coaching seat temperatures (looking at you, Edmonton). Ian also recaps his travels, and Jeff gets into the rhythm of the hockey season.

In This Episode:

• The Oilers' ongoing struggles: What's working, what's not 🛢️

• Merzlikins, Demko, and the impact of a great goalie 🥅

• Coaching pressure and when the seat gets hot 🔥

• Ian's travel recap: cornfields, comedy, and Canadian misfires ✈️

• Vegas, Vancouver, and Florida: Which teams are building the right way? 🏒

From sharp analysis to laughs and unexpected tangents, this episode serves up a full plate of hockey talk with a side of chirping.

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This week on Enjoying Orange Slices with Jeff & Ian 🍊🏒 Jeff and Ian are on a roll—and so are some of the teams in the NHL. From goaltending surprises to team slumps, the guys talk about what's heating up, what's going wrong, and who's quietly dominating.

As always, expect chirps, laughs, and a few storytelling detours along the way.

In This Episode:

• Elvis Merzlikins' solid stretch in Columbus 🎸🥅

• The Golden Knights keep rolling—how long can they hold the top spot?

• Jeff calls out teams that look… well, a little "lost" 🧭

• Thoughts on team chemistry, coaching pressure, and pre-game preparation

• Plus: shoutouts to broadcasters and behind-the-scenes heroes in the league 🎙️

Whether you're here for sharp analysis or just the locker room vibes, Jeff and Ian have you covered.

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This week on Enjoying Orange Slices with Jeff & Ian 🍊🏒 The boys dig into the good, the bad, and the still-finding-their-skates teams across the NHL. Jeff and Ian tackle everything from Edmonton's coaching woes to Vegas' strong start, and the mix of veteran leadership and young blood across the league.

From chirping coaches to celebrating the chaos of October hockey, the guys keep it sharp, honest, and always entertaining.

In This Episode:

• What's going on in Edmonton? Coaching issues, player reactions, and more 🔥🛢️

• Early surprises: Who's looking strong, and who needs a reset?

• Vegas continues to dominate—can anyone match their depth? 🥇

• Jeff's view on player development and expectations 🧠

• Shoutouts to the broadcast teams and the forgotten art of pre-game shows 🎙️

Whether you're here for the hockey analysis or the legendary chirps, Jeff and Ian bring the heat. Like, comment, and subscribe to keep enjoying those slices! 🥅🚨

Jeff and Ian are back for another episode of Enjoying Orange Slices! 🍊🏒 This week, they dive into all the early action around the NHL, including surprising starts, slow burns, and the ever-entertaining chaos of the league. As always, the guys deliver their mix of sharp takes, behind-the-scenes insight, and a healthy serving of chirps.

In This Episode:

• A breakdown of the hot and cold starts across the NHL 🧊🔥

• The struggles of Calgary and Edmonton—what's going wrong in Alberta? 🐎🛢️

• Vegas keeps rolling—can they repeat? 🥇

• The Canucks, the Bruins, and the question: Are they for real? 🧐

• Plus: Elvis Merzlikins, rookies making waves, and more goalie chatter 🥅

The boys also touch on the human side of the game—how family, mindset, and locker room vibes can shape a season.

Whether you're a hockey die-hard or just here for the chirps, this episode is full of laughs, insight, and classic Orange Slices energy.

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