There are plenty of hockey movies out there. Slapshot, Miracle, The Mighty Ducks. But what about about a true look into the most thankless job in hockey. The toughest guys in toughest job in sports. Darren from the 4th Line Voice joins the show and we break down which ones we feel not only every hockey fan should see, but every sports fan. When it comes to an inside look at fighting in hockey these are the go to flicks. We also toss a couple wild cards in there that may no be specifically...

Sitting Down with ECHL veteran Stefan Fournier to discuss who may be dropping the mitts opening night!!! PODCAST MERCH: https://hitclubhockey.com/collections/five-for-fighting-collection DRAFT KINGS CODE: THPN Gambling problem? Call 1-800-Gambler. In Massachusetts, call (800) 327-5050 or visit gambling help line m a dot org, In New York, call 877-8-HOPENY or text HOPENY (467369). In Kansas, call 1-800-522-4700. On behalf of Boot Hill Casino & Resort (KS). 21+ in most eligible states...

Former NHL enforcer Luke Gazdic gives an inside look into the enforcer role. Fighting his way up in the AHL taking on guys like Jon Mirasty and Frank Lessard. To making the NHL and dropping the gloves with Brian McGrattan, Milan Lucic, and much more. PODCAST MERCH: https://hitclubhockey.com/collections/five-for-fighting-collection DRAFT KINGS CODE: THPN Gambling problem? Call 1-800-Gambler. In Massachusetts, call (800) 327-5050 or visit gambling help line m a dot org, In New York, call...

The pod is back to talk about tough guy signings around the ECHL. Specifically a set of ghouls out in Savannah. Also who fans think the top 5 toughest guys currently in the ECHL! PODCAST MERCH: https://hitclubhockey.com/collections/five-for-fighting-collection DRAFT KINGS CODE: THPN Gambling problem? Call 1-800-Gambler. In Massachusetts, call (800) 327-5050 or visit gambling help line m a dot org, In New York, call 877-8-HOPENY or text HOPENY (467369). In Kansas, call 1-800-522-4700. On...

I sat down with Wichita Thunder Forward Kelly Bent to discuss what it's like to play in the ECHL. Hear about how Kelly grinded his way up through the QMJHL and had to answer to Boko Imama for going after his teammate. Also hear what its like fighting guys such as Garrett Klotz, Sean Allen, and more stories! PODCAST MERCH: https://hitclubhockey.com/collections/five-for-fighting-collection DRAFT KINGS CODE: THPN Gambling problem? Call 1-800-Gambler. In Massachusetts, call (800) 327-5050 or...

Sitting down with the head honcho behind Hit Club hockey Supply! How Kurt got into hockey, the goal of minor pro hockey domination and much more! Also I give my thoughts on the ECHL's new fight rules that were approved as of today. PODCAST MERCH: https://hitclubhockey.com/collections/five-for-fighting-collection DRAFT KINGS CODE: THPN Gambling problem? Call 1-800-Gambler. In Massachusetts, call (800) 327-5050 or visit gambling help line m a dot org, In New York, call 877-8-HOPENY or text...

Nico Blachman is back to complete his hatrick on the show! Sitting down with one of the ECHL most polarizing characters to discuss the recent season he had. Breaking down the tilts, finding his scoring touch, and of course the infamous incident in Maine. Hear it all in this episode and then some! DRAFT KINGS CODE: THPN Gambling problem? Call 1-800-Gambler. In Massachusetts, call (800) 327-5050 or visit gambling help line m a dot org, In New York, call 877-8-HOPENY or text HOPENY (467369)....

My first episode as a member of The Hockey Podcast Network! I'm looking forward to getting back in the saddle and discussing the toughest players in hockey. this episode was more so an update as to where I have been and the look ahead for the pod. DRAFT KINGS CODE: THPN Gambling problem? Call 1-800-Gambler. In Massachusetts, call (800) 327-5050 or visit gambling help line m a dot org, In New York, call 877-8-HOPENY or text HOPENY (467369). In Kansas, call 1-800-522-4700. On behalf of Boot...

Sitting back down with not just anybody, Chris Ordoobadi! Chris is back on the show to discuss this past season he had in the ECHL with the Solar Bears and the Railers. Discussing things such as fighting Kyle Neuber, playing under former NHL tough guy Matt Carkner, as well as the role of enforcer in 2023. Thank you Chris for coming on the show! FOLLOW THE POD! Twitter: https://twitter.com/5ForFightingPod Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/FiveForFightingPod Instagram:...

With the clash of the coast tournament wrapped up I brought in the big guns in John from the Hockey Fight League instagram account! Discussing how we think the match ups would have gone and which competitors we would have chosen!  FOLLOW THE POD! Twitter: https://twitter.com/5ForFightingPod Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/FiveForFightingPod Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/fiveforfightingpod/?hl=en

The podcast wouldn't be back unless something big happened. Well something big happened.

To everyone who has listened to this podcast over the years. Thank you. To every single guest I've had on. Thank You. It's been fun.

After asking through multiple platforms and fight groups. These are what most call the top 10 fights of all time. I may or may have not added my own pick but that's all part of the fun. Sit back and enjoy what fight fans call the greatest hockey fights of all time....objectively.  FOLLOW THE POD! Twitter: https://twitter.com/5ForFightingPod Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/FiveForFightingPod Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/fiveforfightingpod/?hl=en

Finally back after battling a sinus infection. I discuss what's in store for the pod this new year, clueless fans blaming the fourth line for team woes, and even do some Q & A with some fan submissions from a couple weeks ago! FOLLOW THE POD! Twitter: https://twitter.com/5ForFightingPod Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/FiveForFightingPod Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/fiveforfightingpod/?hl=en

In terms of enforcers, not many get more legendary than Kerry Toporowski! The first Quad City Mallard to have his number retired, WHL single season PIM record holder, Memorial and Colonial Cup champion. Just a few of his accolades in a legendary career. I bring in the big guns for this one, 4thlinevoice covering his junior career, J out in Iowa to talk about seeing him play on Quad City, and Mark McFarlane who played with him in the Quad! Many different perspectives to cover the legend and...

After many tries I finally got a response from the ECHL regarding the YouTube channel...kind of. Thanks to great fans like Mike Bower the podcast made sports center social media! Now with the new YouTube channel I will need more help than ever from hockey fans around the ECHL. With your help we can bnuild the new YouTube channel up to where it used to be! FOLLOW THE POD AND SIXPACK! SixPack: https://www.sixpackcoverage.com/ SixPack Youtube:...

After nearly 400 videos the ECHL has told me to remove all the fights from the podcasts Youtube channel. More hockey history and ECHL history being erased for what exactly?   FOLLOW THE POD AND SIXPACK! SixPack: https://www.sixpackcoverage.com/ SixPack Youtube: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCCBqG8-6EZm3_lpRaxfLwvw FOLLOW THE POD! Youtube: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCJc2KZ2MF68_cm0Zuv7L8Nw Twitter: https://twitter.com/5ForFightingPod Facebook:...

In this weeks pod I discuss how todays hockey fan treats pre season like it's supposed to be pee wee level rules. Regarding fights players " shouldn't do that in pre season" when in fact they should. Pre Season hockey should actually involve trying even harder for fringe guys but not according to todays fans. Also an inclusion of a fight class which drove hockey twitter up a wall but what else is new?   FOLLOW THE POD AND SIXPACK! SixPack: https://www.sixpackcoverage.com/ SixPack...

We saw last year the ECHL contains some pretty tough customers and we were treated to some great fights. But teams this season have doubled down especially in the south division. Enforcers and tough guys have been re-signing to teams and it seems like there is still more to come. Here are your up to date tough guy signings in the ECHL with names like Thrower, Howe, Collins and much more! Should be a great season! FOLLOW THE POD AND SIXPACK! SixPack: https://www.sixpackcoverage.com/ SixPack...

Sitting down with current Toledo Walleye player Cole Fraser to discuss playing in the ECHL. Cole was drafted by Detroit and is currently fighting his way through the league in front of the Toledo faithful. From fighting guys like Klotz, Skeoch, and Mckay, to Toledo fans throwing actual walleye on the ice! Sit back and enjoy the journey with Cole Fraser. FOLLOW THE POD AND SIXPACK! SixPack: https://www.sixpackcoverage.com/ SixPack...

Many players in different organizations get their numbers retired for various reasons, goals, championships, points etc. But what about the players who protected them? Gave them room on the ice to make plays or came to their defense if liberties were taken. The often over looked importance of tough guys happens far to often especially in the year 2022 where the role of enforcer is pretty much a dodo bird now. This list was made to appreciate those franchise players who bled for the crest and...

Nico Blachman is back on the pod to talk about his first year pro in the ECHL. Leading the league in fights tied with Josh Thrower, Nico took on anyone and everyone. Fighting top heavyweights such as Howe, Neuber, Thrower, Marino and much more. We go over each fight along with the pre game scuffle with Howe, pointing to the Florida bench mid fight vs Russell Jordan, and coming off the bench to defend a teammate. Nico may not be the biggest guy in the league but that doesnt stop him from...

From playing vs Josh Gratton, fight training with Anthony Collins, and fighting NIco Blachman. Chris Ordoobadi is just getting his feet wet in the ECHL but looking to keep some tough hockey around in the process. In his first year with the league we review his season and how he got into playing the beautiful game. Sit back and enjoy some fight talk, great laughs, and a genuine dude. Best of luck in this offseason and the upcoming season to Chris Ordoobadi!  FOLLOW THE POD AND SIXPACK!...

As mentioned in previous episodes, Anthony Collins is in contention for holding the heavyweight champ title of the ECHL. From the BCHL, SPHL to currently playing in the ECHL. Anthony does not stray from dropping the gloves and has taken on some great fighters to include Howe, Crunk, Hand, Hunt, Neuber, and even NHLer Darryl Bootland! Take a stroll through the career of Anthony Collins and see what the future holds for where he may end up next year! FOLLOW THE POD AND SIXPACK! SixPack:...