Locked On Ducks - Daily Podcast On Th...
Welcome to the "Locked On Anaheim Ducks Podcast," your daily stop for Orange County's favorite hockey team, the Anaheim Ducks. Hosted by Jason "J.D." Hernandez, we are seeing a new age of Ducks hockey with Greg Cronin as the new coach, and a slew of talented prospects ready to take the hockey world by storm. Follow along with special guests, a weekly look into the Ducks' AHL affiliate, the San Diego Gulls, and much more while enjoying some beautiful SoCal weather... and excellent food. Locked On Ducks is part of the Locked On Podcast Network.
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Which NHL Fighter Could Take On Jake Paul? (fea...
We're back! JD catches up with some news about the latest jobs cuts within the Ducks organization. Plus, Taylor Blake Ward joins the program to talk about... NHL enforcers who could take on Jake Paul. Which players could possibly go 8 rounds in the boxing ring?
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Jersey Talk and Forum Blue Education (with Sara...
We have another bonus episode, this time with Sarah Avampato (Locked On LA Kings) to talk about jerseys! We go into our closets to share some of our favorite threads, the jerseys that have eluded us... and a brief history lesson on why the old school Kings (and Lakers) colors were called "Forum Blue and Gold" instead of purple and yellow.
27 min
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Reverse Retro Jersey Talk BONUS! (with Paul Fer...
We're back with a bonus episode talking about the just-released "Reverse Retro" jerseys with jerseyhead, Paul Fernando (borsche28). We talk about the Ducks' Wild Wing remix, and also discuss which jerseys are a hit, and which ones are a miss (and how they could have been improved).
40 min
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At Season's End (For Locked On Ducks)
This is the season finale for the "Locked On Ducks" podcast as JD takes a break from regular programming. A special thank you to fellow hosts on the network, and the continued support from fans and listeners... thank you very much. Be sure to subscribe because before you know it, "Locked On Ducks" will return with regular episodes soon!
14 min
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Delayed Start for the AHL and the Ripple Effects
The new target date for the AHL's return to play is February 5th. How does this affect the Ducks? How does this affect the prospects currently playing overseas? What about the other teams in the division that may be removed from the Pacific Division? Are we now at do-or-die time for the league? Also, how does this affect the 2021-22 season?
29 min
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The Dodgers Are World Series Champions!
The Dodgers won the World Series last night. How did they do it? Who deserved to win the MVP award? Also, HOW did Rob Manfred screw things up with regards to COVID-19? How did he become more hated than... Gary Bettman?!?
17 min
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A Fiery Start to the Week
First, JD talks about the troubles in Arizona and their questionable draft choice, Mitchell Miller. What kind of affect could this have on the league, and will he be safe from the rest of the league? Finally, JD address the very real conditions in Orange County and the Inland Empire. How are the fires affecting someone in the Ducks family?
16 min
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Lukas Dostal and Other Prospects!
It's Saturday Night! JD talks about some of the prospects currently playing either in the USHL or overseas. Finally, the majority of the podcast features some Lukas Dostal talk including some insight from Catherine Silverman (Elite Prospects) and review some of his recent games. How good is this kid going to be? What does he need to work on? How soon should we expect to see him in playing in SoCal?
33 min
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Big NHL Events Postponed, Mailbag Friday!
The NHL announced that the Winter Classic and All-Star Game has been postponed to next year. Why is this the right decision? Also, the mailbag is open... and one of those questions actually has to do with the All-Star Game and which recent expansion city will likely get the ASG first?
24 min
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Ducks, Dostal, and Dodgers!
The Ducks may return to the ice sooner than most other teams, why is that? Also, how is hockey going across the Atlantic with Lukas Dostal? Finally, a brief description of the Dodgers Watch Party at the Ravine.
24 min
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WJC Schedule and Teams Announced!
First, JD talks about another team not participating in the upcoming ECHL season. The big story is the World Junior Championship schedule has been announced! Which Ducks prospects should we expect to see play in the Edmonton WJC bubble?
19 min
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Doc Emrick Retires, and the Dodgers Win the Pen...
JD starts off the program by expressing his joy that the Dodgers won the pennant and are on their way to the World Series! The majority of time is spent on the news that Doc Emrick announced his retirement from announcing after decades of amazing calls. The final portion is about Doc's amazement during Game 5 of the 2007 Cup Final, and a bizarre goal that left Doc speechless.
23 min
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The Case For Ryan Getzlaf, Hall of Famer?
Live from Anaheim, it's another Saturday Night episode! Tonight, JD gives plenty of reasons why Ducks captain, Ryan Getzlaf, should absolutely be a future Hockey Hall of Famer.
20 min
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Tulsa's New Schedule, and Dodger Talk
The Tulsa Oilers have released a schedule for the upcoming ECHL season. Hey, with the AHL and NHL not seeing any action for the rest of the calendar year, this is all Ducks fans have to look forward to the rest of the year, so why not explore the Baby Ducks schedule? Also, the pain of being a Dodger fan is too real, and they are likely on their way out of the playoffs... again.
15 min
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A New Hope for the Ducks Lineup
How should the lines shape up for the Ducks next season? How will the AHL be affected by the NHL's scheduling? Also, what is the best Star Wars film?
28 min
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Which Prospects Could Play in 2020, and Sending...
In this quick episode, JD briefly talks about which Ducks' prospects could see some time in Tulsa this upcoming ECHL season with their season resuming in December. Also, a snippet of the conversation with Ross Levitan and Brandon Piller (Locked On Senators) to discuss where the newly-departed Erik Gudbranson could fit into his new surroundings.
21 min
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Shattenkirk and the Next Generation of Ducks St...
First, JD congratulates the Los Angeles Lakers on winning their 17th NBA championship! Next, he talks about how some Ducks prospects will be able to play competitive hockey this calendar year. Finally, he is joined by Adam Denker (Locked On Lightning) to talk about the Lightning, and how Kevin Shattenkirk could fit perfectly with the Ducks defensive core in the next three years. Could Shatts and Drysdale be a force to be reckoned with soon?
38 min
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Saturday Night Free Agent Frenzy!
On the first weekend of NHL free agency, the Ducks made a big splash by signing a Stanley Cup winning player from Tampa, and a fan favorite player is returning to Anaheim for three years! Who did the Ducks sign? How big are the contracts? How did they manage to get rid of some cap space? How does this affect the San Diego Gulls?
23 min
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Complete Breakdown of Each Ducks 2020 Draft Pick
The 2020 NHL Draft has come and gone. The Anaheim Ducks made several key picks, many of them solid picks. How does the likes of Jamie Drysdale and Jacob Perrault fit into the Ducks' future? What is their upside? What is their ceiling? How about the picks from rounds 2 through 7? Also, what does the Gudbranson trade mean for the Ducks future?
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A Quick 1st Round Draft Breakdown
JD gives a brief breakdown of the two first-round picks from the Anaheim Ducks, Jamie Drysdale and Jacob Perrault. Was this who the Ducks SHOULD have picked, were either of those guys expected to fall to the Ducks, and how could they fit in with the Ducks current team? What role can they possibly serve down the line?
19 min
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Draft Day Preview (feat. Catherine Silverman)
Catherine Silverman (Elite Prospects) comes on the podcast to talk about all things draft, who the Ducks should take with their #6 pick, which other prospects could fall into place, where the top goalie prospect may end up... and we even poke a little good-hearted fun at Corey Perry. Finally, Catherine's daughter makes a special cameo appearance at the very end!
45 min
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More Mock Draft Madness (feat. Locked On NHL ho...
The hosts from the Locked On Podcast Network return to finish our mock draft conversation about why we chose the picks we did. Also, we discuss where the first goaltender drafted may end up.
32 min
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NHL Live Mock Draft (feat. Locked On NHL Hosts)
Various NHL hosts from the Locked On Podcast Network come together to have their own mock draft ahead of Tuesday's actual NHL Entry Draft. Are there any huge surprises in the top 10? Who could possibly land in Anaheim with the Ducks' #6 pick?
30 min
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Friday Mailbag: Bobby Ryan, Mighty Ducks Re-cas...
It's another Friday mailbag episode! Some of the main topics at hand including the possibility of Bobby Ryan returning to the Ducks? Also, is this the Dodgers year, and who would you re-cast in the original "Mighty Ducks" trilogy??
23 min
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A Personal Message for Episode 200, the Lightni...
This is the 200th episode of "Locked On Anaheim Ducks," but instead of leading off with hockey, we break from the norm to address some listener mail to get a message out there. Also, congrats to the Tampa Bay Lightning on winning the 2020 Stanley Cup. So much thanks to give after a tumultuous season.
24 min