The BLPA Big Show

Get ready for a jam-packed episode full of laughs, debates, and all things hockey! 🍂🏒 

**Thanksgiving Traditions & Food Debates:** - *Gravy Showdown*: Brown vs. White—who’s the real MVP?   - *Top Sides*: From deviled eggs to mac and cheese, we rank our faves and share the stories behind them.   - *Canadian vs. American Thanksgiving*: The key differences and why leftovers are non-negotiable.  

**Hockey Talk:** - *Goalie Drama*: Guest co-host Mike shares his unique journey in net and the quirks of being a beer league goalie.   - *Should Goalies Pay Team Fees?* We tackle this fiery topic with humor and insight.   - *Upcoming Tournaments*: Learn about the Puck Ten Project and how it's helping aspiring hockey players.  

**Humorous Highlights:** - *Locker Room Struggles*: Ever changed in a rink lobby? We’ve got hilarious stories and clever solutions.   - *Travel Plans*: Dreaming of hockey games in Italy, Japan, and beyond.   - *Doctor Reed Segment*: Guest co-host Dr. Reed hilariously diagnoses ailments—laughs guaranteed!  

**Why Tune In?** - Relatable and engaging discussions for hockey fans and players alike.   - Insights into upcoming events and how you can get involved.   - A celebration of the camaraderie that makes hockey special.  

**Join the Conversation:** - Follow us @THEBLPA on social media for updates and memes (yes, maybe even Pinterest!).   - Share your thoughts or leave us a voicemail at 443-The-BLPA—tell us your Thanksgiving food opinions or goalie fee takes!  

**Special Thanks:**   A huge thank you to guest co-hosts Mike and Reed for their humor and insight, and to you—our listeners—for your amazing support. Wishing everyone a fantastic Thanksgiving filled with food, fun, and hockey. Cheers! 🎙️  

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Nick and Jason share hilarious stories about surviving the freezing temps in Calgary and Nashville, while reflecting on beer league triumphs and struggles—like winning championships or barely surviving on the ice!

Jason laments the lack of a team in Calgary, while Nick juggles two teams with mixed success. They also laugh about missing gaming nights thanks to “adulting” highlights like quiet dinners and solo time.

Vegas and Philly tournaments are heating up—register now! Plus, teasers for epic BLPA trips to Savannah and Alaska have everyone hyped.

Nick and Jason reveal their top five hockey sticks, sparking debates and nostalgia. Want to know the #1 pick? You'll have to tune in!

From nightmare teammates to beer league drama, Nick and Jason dish out hilarious horror stories. They also encourage listeners to share their own tales and keep the beer league camaraderie strong.

Subscribe for laughs, hockey insights, and everything beer league!

Nick shares his hockey team’s experiences in Italy, highlighting cultural exploration, team bonding, and future travel plans. Highlights 🇮🇹 Italy trip was an amazing cultural experience. 🏒 Hockey played against Italian teams, showcasing skill disparities. 🍽️ Enjoyed group meals, strengthening team camaraderie. ⭐ Dined at a Michelin star restaurant, highlighting culinary delights. 🌍 Upcoming trips planned for Scandinavia, Japan, and Greenville. 💬 Transitioning communication to Discord for real-time interaction. 💰 Fundraising initiative for Puck 10, aiming to raise $10,000.

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Put on the foil with us for an actual good episode featuring the legendary Dave Hanson from Slap Shot! He shares the unforgettable story of meeting Paul Newman in his underwear, gives us the benefit of doubt with an absolute mess of a "Real or Fake Quote" mini-game, and reveals some lesser-known tales from filming the iconic movie. We’ll also break down the latest in Fantasy Football, as Jason jumps in to discuss their moneyline ventures while Jillian takes the opportunity to do her daily Wordle—what's your starting word? Nick recaps the Charleston tournament, spills on the XXX tours he took, and teases the upcoming Hershey tournament—complete with a...salacious moment involving Hershey’s syrup. We chat about the best beer league team names we’ve come across, the new t-shirt trend sweeping BLPA tournaments, and debate the pros and cons of having us on your team. We also hear from our Facebook group about where they’d want to be when things heat up on the ice. And don’t miss this episode’s special announcement: it’s the farewell tour (one stop only!) for our pregnant podcast star, so we’re on the lookout for a new suuuuuuuuuuuuper cool girl to join the crew! If you think you’ve got what it takes, message Nick and let him know you’re a fan of his calves. You get a link! You get a link! https://beerleagueplayers.com/  https://www.patreon.com/theblpa Send us your beer league drama: [email protected]or [email protected] Brought to you by https://BLPA.com

"For the people" - Nicky Commish This week, we dove into the charming chaos of the Lake Placid DEX, where the stunning scenery is only rivaled by the drama that unfolded at the after-party. How many cops showed up before Nick a swift exit? While Jason bailed out this episode, Anna toook the reins to get a taste of what she may be gettin into. We did some real or fake Lake Placid facts and randomly grabbed one lucky listener to win a tshirt for correct answers. We also got a video feature from the unforgettable pit-viper-wearing man who could easily be the BLPA mascot. By the end of the show...Nick was filming himself in bed. Find out why. Click these for a good time: https://beerleagueplayers.com/  https://www.patreon.com/theblpa Send us your beer league drama: [email protected] or [email protected] Brought to you by https://blpa.com

Let us be your fantasy...football league champs. We check in on how our teams did this past weekend and find out what Jason ended up naming his. Hint: it has to do with 💩 We also catch up on Jason and Nick’s moneyliners and explore whether they’ve finally mastered the art knowing when to fold em and walk away. Until we get real cool companies and real cool ads, we decided to make Nick read an AI-generated one for our made-up goalie pads: Puck me harder. Mmmhmmmm. We’re also diving into the beer league archetypes you know and love. From the guy who helicopters in the shower to the guy who’s not that great but suuuuure knows how to coach (and complain), we’ve got ‘em all covered. Plus, hear Nick ramble way too long about Jeff Peck’s wife scurrying around scantily clad in an Airbnb. No, we’re not sure how he made that into a story either. Finally, we’ll share our bets for the weekend, so you can either ride our coattails or be ear-witness to the downfall. Help Jason keep buying shirts that he can rip the sleeves off of: https://beerleagueplayers.com/

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Fantasy drafts, beer league tryouts (?!) and dog poop dilemmas... It's fantasy draft time, which also means it's ""pick the punishment"" time. The BLPA has skin in the game and so far, the loser has to write and perform jingles for the podcast, carry Nick & Jason's gear at a tourney, or get a BLPA tattoo. Got any better (worse) ideas? In other news of bet failures...shoutout to @321nole, who boldly promised to eat ""dog s–t out of a red solo cup with a spoon"" if Florida State lost to Boston College. His social accounts were MIA by halftime. Ever wondered what happens when an adult league takes beer league tryouts to the extreme? Spoiler alert: it involves some kids who were probably picked last for dodgeball and need to feel powerful behind a microphone. And wait til you hear Jason’s plan to turn these beer league shenanigans into a full-blown reality show. We also close the chapter on anti-goalie-gate...listen to hear how it ends. Annnnd to no one's suprise, our conversation occasionally dives into the NSFW realm, leaving some poor soul's coworker questioning their life choices after overhearing our explicit antics Fund the reality show: https://beerleagueplayers.com/ https://www.patreon.com/theblpa Send us your beer league drama: [email protected]or [email protected] Brought to you by https://BLPA.com