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Clearing The Crease Podcast

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NHL
Toronto Maple Leafs
Edmonton Oilers
Florida Panthers
Stanley Cup
Vancouver Canucks
NHL Playoffs
Montreal Canadiens
Stanley Cup Playoffs
Mitch Marner
Buffalo Sabres
Ottawa Senators
Winnipeg Jets
Carolina Hurricanes
Olympics
Calgary Flames
Pittsburgh Penguins
Vegas Golden Knights
Detroit Red Wings
Anthony Stolarz

Hockey’s best podcast featuring Mike Commodore Andrew Raycroft and hosted by James Cybulski.

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On this week's episode of Clearing the Crease, the boys catch up after a bit of a Post Stanley Cup break, while talking Rod Brind'Amour, the NHL clearing Mike Babcock, the state of the Toronto Maple Leafs, and more!

Mike Commodore, Andrew Raycroft, and James Cybulski were joined by The Hockey Illuminati and Matthew Barnaby for a very special LIVE Clearing the Crease Episode all about Leafs fandom. We have special, exclusive interviews dropping on the Ozoon Canad... more

Mike Commodore, Andrew Raycroft, and James Cybulski were joined by NHL LEGENDS Darryl Sittler and Tiger Williams on a very special LIVE Clearing the Crease Episode. We have special, exclusive interviews dropping on the Ozoon Canada YouTube channel, s... more

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On today's CTC episode we address the elephant in the room... Mike Babcock likely being hired by the Edmonton Oilers.

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Recent Guests

Todd Bertuzzi
Former NHL player, coach of Cambridge Redhawks (special guest)
Cambridge Redhawks
Episode: Todd Bertuzzi on how the media HATES him no matter what, and coaching... CTC 80
Rick Rowley
Comedian, guest on the show
Episode: Mike Commodore goes off on AJ Greer’s gross hit... CTC 73
David Alter
Leafs reporter, long-time contributor
Sports Media (Leafs coverage)
Episode: Commie's UNCENSORED take on the Leafs and NHL Player Safety... CTC 72
Frank Krupi
Hockey Illuminati insider, guest on the show
Hockey Illuminati
Episode: Commie GOES OFF on the Leafs w/ HockeyIlluminati - CTC 71
Mike Commodore
Former NHL player, called “Commie” on the show
NHL Player (retired)
Episode: Mike Commodore addresses the Hockey Canada Allegations... CTC #70
Matthew Barnaby
Former NHL player with 2,500 penalty minutes in over 800 career games
Former NHL player
Episode: Matthew Barnaby DESTROYS the Canucks / FULL Olympic Predictions - Clearing the Crease 67
Andrew Raycroft
Former NHL goalie, guest on the episode
NHL / former teammate contexts mentioned
Episode: Andrew Raycroft is BRUTALLY honest about Matthews in Toronto... Clearing the Crease 66
Ken Holland
4x Stanley Cup Champion and experienced NHL executive and general manager.
Edmonton Oilers, Detroit Red Wings
Episode: The Guys Are Joined By 4x Stanley Cup Champion Ken Holland! | Clearing The Crease | EP 37 PT.1
Tyler Toffoli
NHL player for the San Jose Sharks
San Jose Sharks
Episode: Tyler Toffoli Talks Old-School VS. New School NHL | Clearing The Crease | EP 36 PT.2

Host

James Cybulski
Host of Clearing The Crease Podcast; seasoned hockey broadcaster with deep league knowledge

Reviews

4.5 out of 5 stars from 13 ratings
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    Commie is a beautician.

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    Chickenandwaffles09
    United States3 months ago
  • Omar

    From the wire, I can tell you that photo sure all these guys are doing drugs on this podcast and I love it

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    OmarFromTheWire
    United States4 months ago

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Some episodes tackle controversy with skepticism and demand for clarity.
Guests bring strong anecdotes from their careers and locker-room stories.
Listeners value candid, humorous hockey banter and insider perspectives.
Audience engagement with live questions and recurring segments adds variety.

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#86
Canada/Sports
Apple Podcasts
#64
Russia/Sports
Apple Podcasts
#181
Norway/Sports

Talking Points

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Razor and Commie are brutally honest about the Dylan Larkin situation... CTC 84
Q: Razor, one of the top five hardest shots you've ever faced. Who shot the puck and did you make those saves?
Razor lists Sheldon Souray, Zdeno Chara, Rob Blake, Shea Weber, and later Matt Sundin as among the hardest shooters he faced, detailing the difficulty and accuracy of those blasts while recalling specific saves and moments from games.
Todd Bertuzzi on how the media HATES him no matter what, and coaching... CTC 80
Q: What were the biggest challenges in reshaping the team culture and decisions around players?
He explained needing to bring in the GM and others to handle tough calls, including trading players and healthily scratching players, while maintaining relationships with the kids.
Todd Bertuzzi on how the media HATES him no matter what, and coaching... CTC 80
Q: How did you originally get into the head coaching gig with the Cambridge Redhawks?
He described an opportunity that arose during a 24-hour drive, leading to trying coaching for a year and ultimately embracing the role as a culture-setting leader.
Mike Commodore goes off on AJ Greer’s gross hit... CTC 73
Q: Rick, as a comedian, what was the sharper line this weekend: Connor McDavid calling the Pacific division race a pillow fight, or the Senators fans chanting at Leafs fans in Ottawa?
Rick weighs in with a humorous take, acknowledging both moments but focusing on the broader culture of fan engagement and competitiveness in hockey towns.
The NHL playoffs have been absolutely INSANE... - CTC #77
Q: Have you guys ever had memorable fan experiences while playing?
Yes. The guests recount several stories of fans and interactions, including a famous incident with the Green Guys in Vancouver and a more humorous encounter in Montreal where a bench moment turned into a running joke with fans.

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Recent guests on Clearing The Crease Podcast include:

1. Todd Bertuzzi
2. Rick Rowley
3. David Alter
4. Frank Krupi
5. Mike Commodore
6. Matthew Barnaby
7. Andrew Raycroft
8. Ken Holland

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