Roenick Life Podcast With Jr And Jaffe

Toronto Maple Leafs GM Lou Lamoriello joins the guys for an in depth discussion about the future plans of the Leafs. Having secured the Number 1 pick in the upcoming NHL Draft, Lamoriello talks about the culture and outlook for the Toronto maple Leafs. Will they take Auston Matthews? Will a leader be acquired this offseason? It remains to be seen. The guys also break down the NHL Playoffs and give their thoughts on the second round.

Tampa Bay Lightning head coach Jon Cooper joins the podcast this week for an in depth discussion about the Lightning finding their identity this season and the grind of the regular season after making if to the Stanley Cup Final. Coop also talks candidly about how he hates cutting players and how a friendship with Charles Barkley has developed over the years. The boys also give their playoff thoughts of Round 1. Don't miss it.

500 goal scorer Keith Tkachuk joins the boys for an in depth interview about what he is doing, now that his playing days are behind him. Walt, as he is known in hockey circles, reminisces about his time as a college player and making his way to Winnipeg, Phoenix, St Louis and Atlanta in the NHL.

Dallas Stars superstar Tyler Seguin joins JR and Jaffe for a candid discussion about his days as a Bruin, what he learned from his Boston years that he hopes leads the Stars to The Cup and how he found success in Dallas. The guys also give their Stanley Cup Playoff predictions for Round 1. Don't miss it.

San Jose Sharks star Joe Thornton joins the boys for this week's episode. In a candid discussion Jumbo talks about his life and legacy in the NHL. In a surprise move Joe passes the phone to one of his high scoring teammates, Joe Pavelski, and Pavs lights the lamp with an interview of his own. They guys also discuss the latest news from the NHL, including the loss of Steven Stamkos in Tampa and Duncan Keith's suspension.

This week, Philadelphia Flyers star rookie Shayne Gostisbehere joins the guys for a candid interview. Shayne, who grew up in Florida, talks about his early days growing up in Florida and how his grandfather put him on skates at an early age. We also learn about his nickname, The Ghost, where it came from and who gave it to him. The guys put The Ghost to the test with this week's 6-Pack Pop Quiz. Does the kid Know his Ghost's? We will find out.

Former NHL Goalie and current NHL Network Analyst Kevin Weekes joins the boys this week. Kevin talks about the ongoing discussions in the NHL about changes to goaltender's equipment and gives his thoughts on the current playoff positions. Will your team be on the outside looking in?

The great Darren Pang joins the boys this week to talk about his career as one of the first small guys to break into the league. The 5 foot 4 inch former goalie has a big personality and this candid interview with the guys proves that. Hear how a knee injury forced Panger into early retirement, how he got set up in the broadcast world and how he became one of the more well-known hockey analysts around.

JR's buddy, and star of the popular FOX show BONES, David Boreanaz stops by to hang with JR and Jaffe. JR, who will be a guest star on an upcoming episode of BONES talks to David about how he was discovered and where his love of hockey comes from. The guys also test David's knowledge in this week's 6 Pack Pop Quiz.

Linda Cohn of ESPN stops by to talk all things hockey with JR and Jaffe. Linda talks about her days as a goalie playing against 8 year old boys as a 14 year old and how she played, as the only girl, on her High School's ice hockey team, as well as, getting a chance to drink from The Cup after her beloved New York Rangers won it all in 1994. . The guys, also, try to stump her with this week's 6 Pack Pop Quiz. EDITOR'S NOTE: This episode was recorded BEFORE the NHL Trade Deadline on Monday February 29th. We will post a trade deadline recap podcast later this week.

Hockey Hall of Famer and Stanley Cup winner Mike Modano joins JR & Jaffe this week to recap the alumni game between the Minnesota North Stars/Wild & the Chicago Blackhawks, look back on the early days of his career and how games against JR's Chicago Blackhawks were some of the toughest he has ever played in.

Keith Jones, of the NHL on NBC, stops by the podcast to talk about his career and how he became a TV analyst. Always great at telling a story, Jonesy, doesn't disappoint in this interview with JR and Jaffe. Hear about being drafted, his disappointment of being sent down by the Washington Capitals, why he fired his agent and decided to represent himself and how he became a well known instigator in the league. The guys also touch on the latest surrounding the Rangers retribution for Ryan McDonagh's injury caused by a punch from Wayne Simmonds of the Philadelphia Flyers.

One of the best hockey insiders in the business, Darren Dreger joins JR and Billy. Darren talks about some of his earlier days and the first big news item he broke. He also tells a funny story about a tongue lashing he received from Brian Burke. The boys also address Super Bowl 50 and what Peyton Manning must have been feeling after last night's win and how Cam Newton, who has a great future, needs to mature just a bit.

The NHL All-Star Game was a memorable one. John Scott walked away with the MVP and even spoke to JR while on the bench. It was quite a TV moment. All-Star Aaron Ekblad of the Florida Panthers joins the pod this week to talk about his All-Star experience and we take some more calls from the fans.

Former New Jersey Devils defenseman Ken Daneyko is this week's guest. Ken discusses with JR and Jaffe what it was like getting the call on Draft Day morning and finding out what team drafted him, playing for Lou Lamoriello and how Lamoriello was a big influence on Kenny getting clean and sober and head butting Tie Domi at a club in NYC . Plus, the boys have some fun with Kenny and quiz hm on a few New Jersey centric questions. This is an interview you don't want to miss.

The NHL has made a decision on John Scott and he will now be allowed to play in the NHL All-Star Game in Nashville. JR & Jaffe give their take on the decision. The boys will also comment on the brutal KO of former NHL'er Brian McGrattan in an AHL game.

After a trade John Scott appears to be ineligible for the NHL All-Star Game and JR gives his reaction. Justin Williams of the Washington Capitals stops by fresh off of his hat trick against the New York Rangers and the boys discuss Anze Kopitar's new deal with the Los Angeles Kings and JR gives his best Bob Probert story. Don't miss it.

A MAJOR trade went down in the NHL last week between the Columbus Bluejackets & Nashville Predators. Ryan Johansen was traded for Seth Jones and JR & Jaffe give their thoughts on it. The St. Louis Blues have been struggling and the boys have their ideas on what the problem is. Plus, a RoenickLife first. You the fans get to have your say. JR & Jaffe took some calls from fans to talk hockey.

In this episode, JR vents his frustration with John Scott being selected as a captain of one of the NHL All-Star teams. The Florida Panthers are streaking and JR & Jaffe tell you why. Plus, Hockey Hall of Famer Chris Chelios joins the show from Finland where he is an assistant coach for team USA during the World Junior Championships.

NBA Legend & Basketball Hall of Famer, Charles Barkley, stops by the podcast to talk about how he and JR became friends, his love of hockey and how he became a fan of the sport. He'll also talk about why NBA players feelings get hurt when he talks about them on TV, why he is not a fan or user of social media and why it was worth getting arrested for throwing an abusive heckler through a window.