Scrum Culture

Kopi, Quickie and... Ovi? | Scrum Culture

Tue, 14 Apr 2026 17:45:00 -0700

This week we talk about several legends that will be retiring at the end of the season. Is Alex Ovechkin one of those players? Is he going to be a Duck? We hear about Hammer's trip to Vegas for the Frozen Four. And after today's episode we now have real stakes going into the NHL Playoffs.

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Super Macklin | Scrum Culture

Tue, 07 Apr 2026 16:30:00 -0700

This week the Gents are breaking down the latest in the NHL Wild Card Races, we talk about who is most deserving of the Hart Trophy this season and shockingly, we're talking about another late season coach firing and GOALIE FIGHT! Let's Get In The Scrum!

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The Radko Gudas Situation | Scrum Culture

Tue, 31 Mar 2026 16:00:00 -0700

This week we get into the excitement of the NHL Wild Card race, the Pacific Division "Pillow Fight", Radko Gudas vs the entire Maple Leafs Organization and the return of John Tortorella... Let's get in the Scrum.

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NATE-TRADAMUS | SCRUM CULTURE

Tue, 24 Mar 2026 11:30:00 -0700

The NHL Playoffs are just around the corner and by the looks of things it will be mid April before we know who is actually going to make it. Nate let us know months ago that Nashville was going to get it figured out - Brian seems to think that Connor McDavid might be part of the problem in Edmonton and Hammer is right there with him. There are playoff implications every night.

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Emerson Etem Post Career, Jiu Jitsu | Scrum Culture

Tue, 17 Mar 2026 10:30:00 -0700

This week we bring our friend, former teammate and the legend of Long Beach, CA Emerson Etem on to the podcast. We have an awesome conversation about life after professional hockey. Nate shares his experiences and explains how finding Jiu Jitsu has helped him mentally, physically and emotionally. Brian, our resident Black Belt helps steer Emerson to the mats. Just wait until you see Part 2! Let's get in the Scrum!

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SHRINKiNG's MARKUS SILBIGER | Scrum Culture

Mon, 09 Mar 2026 11:30:00 -0700

This week we are joined by our favorite cast member of Apple TV's hit show, SHRINKiNG. The Gents talk with Markus about his love of Jiu Jitsu, Football, Hockey and Acting. How having the community for each of these passions make him in to the man he is today. Nate and Markus have become great friends and now Markus has the support of our whole team. Let's get in the Scrum! Oh and Happy Birthday Markus!

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Trade Deadline Madness | Scrum Culture

Tue, 03 Mar 2026 06:00:00 -0700

This week we put a bow on the USA Double Gold in Olympic Hockey. The SNL moment is one for the books, The Gents loved it! SoCal hockey is all over the news, for drastically different reasons. The Kings RELIEVE Coach Hiller for the wild man DJ Smith and Coach Q has The Ducks rolling. Do we see either team make a move? Who does Nate think will be active this deadline? Get in the Scrum!

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We Outside | Scrum Culture

Tue, 03 Feb 2026 15:30:00 -0700

We start this week's episode by acknowledging the Lady Flyers Girls hockey team from Santa Clarita. We catch up with Nate, who was outside, in Tampa, for the... Greatest Outdoor Hockey Game of ALL TIME! With the Olympics just days away, we announce our Watch Party location... wagers have already been placed. Let's get in the Scrum!

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Beckett Frickin' Sennecke | Scrum Culture

Tue, 27 Jan 2026 15:00:00 -0700

Well, it's just another week right? A Rookie lighting it up, a Goalie fight and of course, the top two American goal scorers are still not on Team USA!? Oh and Hammer is not too pleased. Maybe it is because the Gents spent the week in Las Vegas. Or maybe it's because not taking the best goal scorers to the Olympics is just downright crazy! Tick Tock Bill. Cue the Star Spangled Banner! Let's Get in The Scrum!

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And We Have A Tie!? | Scrum Culture

Tue, 20 Jan 2026 18:00:00 -0700

A Tie!? How is that possible? I mean, Darcy Kuemper has to endure the shootout because WE need a winner, right? I just don't know about this tie business... What do you think? Let's get in the Scrum!

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The Josh Manson Episode | Scrum Culture

Tue, 13 Jan 2026 14:00:00 -0700

We're back after an awesome holiday break! We get caught up with the Gents - we talk Ducks, Kings and the San Jose Celebrini's. Did you all see the near DOUBLE Gordie Howe Hat Trick that Josh Manson had this past week with his Dad in attendance, unreal! And to wrap it up we award our Scrum of the Week! Who is it going to be!?

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Scrum Culture: Best of 2025

Tue, 06 Jan 2026 09:00:00 -0700

The NHL Season has been electric this season and we have a lot of great hockey coming up too! The Olympics, the Wild Card Race and of course the greatest tournament in all of sports, The Stanley Cup Playoffs. Join us in the SCRUM!

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Our Olympic Roster Predictions | Scrum Culture

Sun, 21 Dec 2025 06:00:00 -0700

The Winter Olympics are right around the corner and the speculation of which NHL superstars will be representing their country in Milan is ramping up. Both Canada and The United States are announcing their final rosters on December 31st. In anticipation, the Gents each put on their GM hats and build their Canadian and American Rosters utilizing the best video game on Earth, EA Sports NHL 26.

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The Quinn Hughes Sweepstakes | Scrum Culture

Wed, 10 Dec 2025 10:30:00 -0700

The Gents are still buzzing from our hang with Corey Perry last week! We talk in depth about the potential landing spots for the inevitable Quinn Hughes trade. Anaheim is still holding down first place in the Pacific. Nate is playing in two charity games this weekend - and we have some tickets to give away. And finally, we hear from Brian on the impact Jiu Jitsu has had on his life. It is an awesome story that you're going to want to hear!

Let's get in the Scrum!

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Our FIRST Guest, Corey Perry | Scrum Culture

Tue, 02 Dec 2025 08:30:00 -0700

Ask and you shall receive! The Gents invite future Hall of Famer, the longtime Anaheim Duck and current LA King, Corey Perry into the Scrum! Nate reconnects with an old friend and teammate, Brian shares the joys of being at the rink with a fellow hockey dad and Hammer asks the hard hitting questions like - how are you going to win the fanbase over? We're in El Segundo, CA this week at Kings HQ. Thanks for swinging by, consider staying for a bit, bring a friend next time, it's chill. Let's get in the SCRUM!

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The SOCAL SHOWDOWN | Scrum Culture

Tue, 25 Nov 2025 08:30:00 -0700

This week The Gents talk about the first matchup this season between the Los Angeles Kings and the Pacific Division Leading Anaheim Ducks. We get into who's hot and who's not. What can teams do at this point of the season to turn it around? Is it on the guys? Do you make a coaching change? Oh and have you ever wondered what "a day in the life" of Connor Bedard would be like, yikes. And finally, we hear all about Nate's latest trip to Tampa. Wait, Nate doesn't live in Tampa!? Let's get in the Scrum!

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Scrum In The Garden | Scrum Culture

Wed, 19 Nov 2025 10:45:00 -0700

This week the Gents talk about the Scrum of the Week. It has to be Jonathan Quick and the Rangers, right? We check in on the Kings and Ducks. We celebrate the Adrian Kempe extension. We talk about the heater Denver sports is on right now and we acknowledge Maxx Crosby's pregame fit on Monday Night Football and so much more! Let's get in the Scrum!

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Deck The Halls | Scrum Culture

Tue, 11 Nov 2025 11:45:00 -0700

This week the Gents talk about the man, the myth, the legend, Jumbo Joe Thornton. We talk about his illustrious career, his induction into the Hall of Fame this week and the incredible impact he has had on the game. We also continue to talk about the points leaders - it's the best player in the game right now, Nathan MacKinnon holding the top spot, joined by some of the best young talent the league has ever seen. Macklin, Leo and Connor all continue to roll. The Ducks have looked awesome in the first quarter of the season, who says they can't keep it going? The Kings need to get Kempe locked up, sooner than later. Oh and Corey Perry is the real life Benjamin Button. Let's get in the Scrum!

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Best In The West | Scrum Culture

Tue, 04 Nov 2025 11:15:00 -0700

Is the league upside down? The Ducks, Mammoth, Penguins and Canadiens are all cooking right now... just like we said. It has been fun to watch all of the parody play out early in the season, but we are far from June and that is good news for Jim Montgomery and the St. Louis Blues. I need to start a counter for every mention of the upcoming Olympics - we speculate on potential roster spots and more. We update you on our quest for our first guest. The request lines are still open.

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The Gen Z Takeover | Scrum Culture

Tue, 28 Oct 2025 13:15:00 -0700

Most sports run on the magnitude of it's superstars and the next wave of superstars for the NHL have officially arrived. Maklin Celebrini and Matthew Schaefer look like the definition of Elite. Team Canada locks, right? Also, are we all Kublai Khan fans in waiting? Hammer breaks down the collab they did with the guys last weekend. Sold Out, at the Legendary, Hollywood Palladium, it sounded like one for the books. Listen, you have to be open to new experiences. Let's get in the Scrum.

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Corey Perry to the Rescue | Scrum Culture

Wed, 22 Oct 2025 10:30:00 -0700

The Gents get into the latest in the NHL, like Corey Perry's debut with the LA Kings. Panic Button for Leafs and Rangers? Connor scores his first of the Season. Nate tells a hilarious Coach Tocchet story. Oh and you can't pick your nickname folks. Let's get in the Scrum!

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Check On Your Teammates | Scrum Culture

Wed, 15 Oct 2025 06:00:00 -0700

Welcome to Scrum Culture – your favorite hockey player’s favorite podcast on YouTube. We get deep in the SCRUM with sharp analysis and plenty of laughs. Expect commentary on the players lighting up the league — from youthful phenoms like Connor Bedard to the perennial stars like Nikita Kucherov and Nathan MacKinnon. If you love chirps, cellys and clever banter, you’re in the right place. Subscribe and join the highlights, insights and behind‑the‑scenes tales that celebrate hockey’s culture and the people who make it great.

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The NHL is BACK!

Tue, 07 Oct 2025 12:00:00 -0700

Today is the first day of the NHL Regular Season and Connor McDavid is staying in Edmonton... for now. Not sure if you all have noticed or not, but hockey has never been as heated as it is in Florida right now and we're here for it. Also, our very own Nate Thompson has joined the NHL Network as an analyst, along with former teammate Pat Maroon and we couldn't be more excited! Guaranteed to be must watch TV! And finally for those of you watching this podcast... Brian has a fresh look for the start of the season. The Gents are cooking. Make sure to like, subscribe and tell your friends, we'll be here all season long.

Connor McDavid Joins The Toronto Maple Leafs? | SCRUM CULTURE

Wed, 01 Oct 2025 12:00:00 -0700

Hockey is finally here and if we've learned anything this offseason, it is that FANTASY CAMP beats TRAINING CAMP! Now that I think about it, that's all the Gents did this offseason, CAMP. Brian and his Boys went fishing, Nate and WyWy went to Sequoia and Hammer did Hammer things, like traveling to the UK for the grand return of Oasis at Wembley. We'll get you all caught up. See you in the Scrum.

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The GREATEST Stanley Cup Playoffs Ever | Scrum Culture 013

Tue, 01 Jul 2025 17:00:00 -0700

We've pulled our favorite moments from our first Stanley Cup Playoffs together! Thank you for joining us for the ride! For those that are just finding us, Welcome To The Scrum!

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Back to Back Cats | Scrum Culture 012

Thu, 19 Jun 2025 06:45:00 -0700

The 2024-25 NHL Season has wrapped and in spectacular fashion. The Florida Panthers are Back to Back Stanley Cup Champs! Connor McDavid is the best player in the World and for the second year in a row, that is not enough. Bill Zito, Paul Maurice, Sasha Barkov - that is what leadership looks like. July 1st is right around the corner, will the team come back in full force and take a run at a 3peat? Tune in. we get into it.

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The Stanley Cup Finals, TONIGHT | Scrum Culture 011

Mon, 09 Jun 2025 10:45:00 -0700

Game 3 Tonight! Hammer and Brian head to Florida and The Gents have just one pressing question to answer... Culver's or Skyline Chili 😂

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Let's Shake On It | Scrum Culture #010

Fri, 30 May 2025 10:00:00 -0700

In this week's episode, the Gents talk about Gavin McKenna and the WHL Champions, The Medicine Hat Tigers and the inevitable NHL Final's rematch. Florida's pack of wolves looks to repeat, while the greatest player on earth hopes to fair better than Tampa, Toronto and Carolina.

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And The Conn Smythe Goes To... | Scrum Culture #009

Sun, 25 May 2025 14:45:00 -0700

The Gents talk about our upgrades to the studio, the NHL Conference Finals, COSM Los Angeles and the Free Burger Friday announcement! Oh and Hammer is stepping out on a ledge and is choosing, "The Streaky" Stuart Skinner to take home the Conn Smyth trophy this year!? Maybe not as crazy as it sounds! Tune in, tell a friend!

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MEDICINE HAT MAMMOTH EWOKS | Scrum Culture #008

Thu, 08 May 2025 11:30:00 -0700

In this episode the Gents try and track down their partner in crime, the VERY popular and multifaceted, Nate Thompson. We discuss and wrap the 1st Round of the Stanley Cup Playoffs. Go Dallas!? We share our excitement for the announcement made by the team, formerly known as the Utah Hockey Club. And Ewoks, lots of talk of talk of Ewoks.

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HOCKEY ON THE BEACH!? | Scrum Culture #007

Wed, 30 Apr 2025 16:00:00 -0700

With Nate out of town the Gents invite in one of their own, the one and only Vince Apostol @loudobnoxious and talk the latest VG collab, this time it’s Pro Beach Hockey! #iykyk and if you don’t… wait until you see the documentary!

We get caught up on the NHL Playoffs - are the boys going to be right about the Kings/Oilers matchup? Is it bandwagon time? Any new Stars fans?

Super Hockey Dad Bri takes the boy to Chicago for a tournament, a trip they’ll both remember forever!

Last but not least - there was an epic tilt for a great cause. Hear all about it on this week’s episode.

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Leafs Nation Is All Smiles | Scrum Culture #006

Thu, 24 Apr 2025 07:30:00 -0700

The Playoffs are tough, they can bring a kid to tears, something the Toronto faithful know all too much about, but not this year! The Kings and the Jets both look terrifying in the West, but are we all just sleeping on the defending champs? Let's get in the Scrum!

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Our Stanley Cup Predictions | Scrum Culture #005

Mon, 14 Apr 2025 17:30:00 -0700

The Gents choose their Eastern and Western Conference Champions, with stakes! We might need Haydis to clarify the rules for Brian, but the picks are in and we're all ready for the greatest spectacle in all of sports... The Stanley Cup Playoffs!

WTF Was That Chatfield!? | Scrum Culture #004

Fri, 04 Apr 2025 11:45:00 -0700

In Episode #004 the Gents catch up with Nate after his trip to Tampa and news of his "breakup". Why did we have to hear about this on Tik Tok, Nate? Also, we discuss at length the Jalen Chatfield leg sweep that could have been a lot worse than how it turned out.

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Let Them Know You're Out There | Scrum Culture #003

Tue, 01 Apr 2025 15:15:00 -0700

The Wild Card Race is tightening up or is it loosening up? With Nate out of town and the Ducks out of the Playoff hunt, the Gents talk about all of the arenas they plan on hitting to get their playoff hockey fix (management approval pending).

You Gotta Let Them Know You're Out There!

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Brick By Brick | Scrum Culture #002

Mon, 24 Mar 2025 06:00:00 -0700

After a week in Chicago, straight from the plane, Hammer talks about The Blackhawks New Team Store and his love for Tavern Pizza.

The Gents talk Blackhawks, Sharks, Sabres, and a couple other teams near the bottom of the league.

Nate gets Brian and Hammer to open up about the success of Violent Gentlemen and the hard work and dedication it has taken to build the VG Lifestyle.

Who wins the Jack Adams Award? Does Jim Nill 3-peat the Jim Gregory Award?

Tune in, tell a friend and we'll see you in the SCRUM!

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Chase For The Cup | Scrum Culture #001

Mon, 17 Mar 2025 00:45:00 -0700

We present to you the inaugural episode of Scrum Culture Podcast. We're excited to have you...

The Gents talk all things NHL leading up to this year's Stanley Cup Playoffs and we get the skinny on what Nate Thompson has been up to since retiring from the game after living on the ice for the last 35 years.

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