Steve and The Blue Line

For almost fifty years, the most dangerous job in hockey came with no protection at all. This is the story of the goalie mask: the men who tried it first, the men who paid for going bare faced, and the night Jacques Plante finally refused to go back out without one. From Clint Benedict's five games in 1930, to Gerry Cheevers painting a stitch on his mask for every puck that would have cut him, to Andy Brown, the last man to play goal bare faced in the NHL, on April 7, 1974. From Steve And The Blue Line, Kansas City's hockey podcast.

The NHL is officially BACK — and opening week gave us plenty to talk about.The first fight of the 2026–27 NHL season is already in the books, our first-ever Blue Line Fantasy Hockey League is underway, and Steve already has bragging rights over Matt — although his goalies deserve most of the credit.On Episode 27 of Steve & The Blue Line, we break down:🏒 The biggest stories from NHL opening week🥊 The season’s first fight: Imama vs. Deslauriers🏆 Our first Blue Line Fantasy Hockey League — and the early trash talk🐻 An unbelievable and tragic Freak of the Week involving Andrei Kuzmenko’s family💰 Our latest Blue Line Bets🥅 The Kansas City Mavericks’ new goalie, Henry Wilder🔥 What we’re watching as the NHL season gets rollingThe Mavericks are also preparing for another run at the Kelly Cup, with training camp opening and a new face joining the competition in net. Blue_Line_Episode_27_2026_27_Op…Who impressed you most during NHL opening week — and who are you already worried about? Drop it in the comments.Subscribe for NHL talk, Kansas City Mavericks coverage, hockey stories, fantasy hockey, fights and Blue Line Bets.

KC'S #1 Hockey PodcastThe NHL is BACK — and things are already getting interesting.Preseason hockey is underway, roster spots are on the line, massive contracts are changing expectations, and one 7-foot-1, nearly 280-pound Sharks prospect is getting everybody's attention.On this episode of Blue Line KC, Matt and Steve break down the biggest NHL storylines heading into the 2026–27 season.🏒 In this episode:What actually matters during NHL preseasonThe roster battles worth watchingCutter Gauthier's massive 6-year extensionJustin Sourdif's 8-year, $50.8 million dealWhat's happening with the San Jose Sharks rebuildMacklin Celebrini, Will Smith and the Sharks' young coreJacob Trouba's arrival in San JoseThe Islanders' unusual three-goalie situationAlexander Karmanov — 7'1", roughly 280 poundsKarmanov DROPPING THE GLOVES at the Rookie FaceoffFreak of the Week + Fight of the WeekKarmanov may be the tallest player ever drafted into the NHL — but is he a legitimate future NHL defenseman, or is his enormous size the reason everyone is paying attention?And with preseason underway, which young player or bubble player do YOU think forces his way onto an NHL roster?👇 Drop your pick in the comments.👍 Like the video🔔 Subscribe to Blue Line KC🏒 More NHL, Kansas City Mavericks, hockey stories, fights and straight-up hockey talk every week.#NHL #Hockey #NHLPreseason #SanJoseSharks #BlueLineKC #AlexanderKarmanov #HockeyFights

KC'S #1 Hockey Podcast🏒 An NHL player. The Stanley Cup Playoffs. The FBI. And an alleged murder-for-hire plot.This is one of the craziest true stories in hockey history.In 2004, Mike Danton was a 23-year-old forward playing for the St. Louis Blues. While his team was battling the San Jose Sharks in the Stanley Cup Playoffs, something unbelievable was happening away from the rink.Danton became the target of an FBI investigation involving an alleged $10,000 murder-for-hire plot.But that’s only the beginning.In this episode of Steve & The Blue Line, we dig into:🚨 How Danton went from the NHL to federal custody💰 The alleged $10,000 murder-for-hire arrangement🏒 What was happening during the Blues’ playoff series👤 Danton’s unusual relationship with agent and mentor David Frost❓ The mystery surrounding who the intended victim actually was⚖️ Danton’s guilty plea and 7½-year prison sentence🔓 His eventual release from prison🏒 And the remarkable second chapter of his hockey lifeThe deeper you get into this story, the stranger it becomes.Was David Frost actually the intended target? Danton later told a very different story.And after serving his sentence, did Mike Danton deserve a second chance?Steve gives his reaction as we work through the story from beginning to end.👇 After watching, tell us: What was the CRAZIEST part of the Mike Danton story?🍺 Steve & The Blue Line — hockey, stories, opinions and the side of the game you don’t always hear about.#MikeDanton #NHL #Hockey #StLouisBlues #HockeyStories #TrueCrime #HockeyPodcast #SteveAndTheBlueLine

KC'S #1 Hockey PodcastSteve finally experiences smelling salts for the very first time, and his reaction is exactly what you'd expect.In this episode of Steve & The Blue Line, we break down:🏒 Steve's first smelling salts experience🧪 What smelling salts actually are📜 The surprising history dating back hundreds of years💪 Why NHL players, NFL players, and powerlifters use them🧠 Do they actually improve performance?⚠️ Are they safe, or are they just a placebo?🤯 The science behind the intense reactionFrom Victorian England to today's NHL locker rooms, smelling salts have one of the most interesting histories in sports. Whether you've used them before or have always wondered what they feel like, this episode covers everything.👇 Have you ever tried smelling salts?Tell us what sport you use them for and what your reaction was!👍 If you enjoy hockey, sports science, NHL stories, and behind-the-scenes discussions, don't forget to Like, Subscribe, and turn on notifications.#NHL #Hockey #SmellingSalts #SportsScience #SteveAndTheBlueLine

Welcome to Episode 20 of Steve & The Blue Line, Kansas City's #1 hockey podcast!This week, we break down one of the biggest offseason shakeups the Kansas City Mavericks have faced in years. Jack LaFontaine, Jackson Jutting, Ryan Jones, Dylan Wells, and veteran Bobo Carpenter are all gone—but what does that mean for the Mavericks' chances next season?We also dive into:🏒 The biggest NHL free agency signings and overpayments🌍 Why Europe is luring top ECHL talent with bigger salaries and a different lifestyle⚽ Team USA's disappointing World Cup exit and the tournament's biggest upsets📈 Is the FIFA World Cup actually benefiting Kansas City?💰 How much more Mavericks players will earn overseas🔥 Early outlook for the 2026–27 Mavericks rosterWhether you're a die-hard Mavericks fan, an NHL follower, or just love great sports debate, this episode has something for you.👍 Like the video if you enjoy hockey content.💬 Tell us in the comments:Which Mavericks departure hurts the team the most?🔔 Subscribe so you don't miss future episodes, player interviews, and weekly hockey discussions.

KC'S #1 Hockey PodcastThe NHL offseason is officially underway, and the biggest stories are just getting started.In Episode 19 of **Steve & The Blue Line**, Steve and Matt break down the biggest winners and losers from the 2026 NHL Draft, debate which teams helped—or hurt—their future, and preview the free agency moves that could reshape the Stanley Cup race.We also shift our focus to the Kansas City Mavericks as they begin the offseason. Which players should return? What changes need to be made? Can the Mavericks make another Kelly Cup run next season?Plus:* Biggest NHL Draft steals and surprises* Teams that crushed the draft—and those that missed badly* Early Stanley Cup contenders* Steve's best NHL futures betting picks* Kansas City World Cup atmosphere and Blue Line updates👇 Join the conversation in the comments:Who won the NHL Draft?What should the Mavericks do this offseason?Which team will make the biggest splash in free agency?If you enjoy hockey talk, NHL analysis, KC Mavericks coverage, and betting insights, be sure to like the video, subscribe, and hit the notification bell so you never miss an episode of Steve & The Blue Line.

KC'S #1 Hockey PodcastThe 2025-26 hockey season comes to an end as the Kansas City Mavericks fall to the Florida Everblades in the Kelly Cup Finals. Was this still the greatest season in Mavericks history? We break down what went wrong, Marcus Crawford's MVP season, Jack LaFontaine's playoff run, and what's next for KC.We also react to the Carolina Hurricanes winning the Stanley Cup, discuss Rod Brind'Amour's growing legacy, and examine what ultimately cost Vegas a championship.Plus, the FIFA World Cup has officially arrived in Kansas City. Lionel Messi made history in KC, the city is buzzing with international fans, and Steve gives his perspective on how the tournament is impacting The Blue Line Hockey Bar.🏒 Mavericks Season Review🏆 Stanley Cup Final Reaction⚽ World Cup KC Update🍺 Blue Line Bar Report💰 Steve's Betting CornerWhat was the biggest story of the week?#KansasCityMavericks #StanleyCup #CarolinaHurricanes #VegasGoldenKnights #WorldCup2026 #Messi #KansasCity #ECHL #NHL #SteveAndTheBlueLine

KC'S #1 Hockey PodcastThe Stanley Cup Final has officially gone off the rails.This week on Steve & The Blue Line, we break down Carolina's incredible comeback in Game 2, Mitch Marner's historic four-goal performance, controversial goalie interference calls, and one of the strangest double-overtime winners you'll ever see.We also dive into the Kelly Cup Finals as the Kansas City Mavericks continue their quest for a championship against the Florida Everblades. Is this the greatest Mavericks team ever assembled? Can Florida fight their way back into the series?Plus:🏒 Stanley Cup Final Analysis🏒 Carolina vs Vegas Debate🏒 Mitch Marner's Historic Performance🏒 Dylan Larkin Trade Rumors🏒 NHL Awards Controversy🏒 Kansas City Mavericks Kelly Cup Finals🏒 Steve's NHL & MLB Betting Picks🏒 World Cup Kansas City DiscussionSubscribe for weekly hockey talk, NHL news, betting insights, Kansas City Mavericks coverage, and everything happening around the hockey world.#NHL #StanleyCup #VegasGoldenKnights #CarolinaHurricanes #KansasCityMavericks #ECHL #HockeyPodcast #SteveAndTheBlueLine

The Kelly Cup is here, and there's no better place to watch the action than The Blue Line Hockey Bar in Kansas City!The Kansas City Mavericks are chasing hockey history, and the atmosphere at The Blue Line is electric. In this episode, we talk Kelly Cup Finals matchups, key players, predictions, biggest storylines, and what this championship run means for Kansas City hockey.Will the Mavericks bring the Kelly Cup home?Drop your prediction in the comments!🏒 Kansas City Mavericks Coverage🏆 Kelly Cup Finals Discussion🍻 The Blue Line Hockey Bar🎙️ Steve & The Blue LineSubscribe for weekly hockey talk, NHL news, KC Mavericks coverage, playoff analysis, sports debates, and Steve's picks.#KellyCup #KansasCityMavericks #ECHL #TheBlueLine #HockeyPodcast #KellyCupFinals #KansasCity #PlayoffHockey #SteveAndTheBlueLine #KellyCup#KansasCityMavericks