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Five For Fighting Podcast
by Alec Ohlensehlen
Discussing the hockey players of yesterday. In today’s game where the role of enforcer is extinct these are stories from players who lived the role. Along with other hockey fight fans!
Episodes
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Episode 95: Enforcer Cinema Ft. 4th Line Voice
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...
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Episode 94: Set The Tone ft Stefan Fournier
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...
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Episode 93: Luke Gazdic
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:...
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Episode 92: Walk the Plank
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...
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Episode 91: Kelly Bent
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…
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Episode 90: Kurt W/Hit Club Hockey & More Fight Rules
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:...
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Episode 89: Nico Blachman Part 3
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!...
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Episode 88: Consistently Inconsistent
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...
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Episode 87: Chris Ordoobadi Part 2
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...
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Episode86: Clash Of The Coast Breakdown w/HFL
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...
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Episode 85: Call Me Favre
The podcast wouldn't be back unless something big happened. Well something big happened. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
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Episode 84: Top 10 Greatest Hockey Fights
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!...
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Episode 83: Blame The 4th Line
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:...
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Episode 82: Kerry Toporowski Special
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,...
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Episode 81: The League Responds
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…
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Episode 80: Squaring Off With The ECHL
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:...
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Episode 79: Stop Trying
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...
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Episode 78: ECHL Arms Race?
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...
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Episode 77: Cole Fraser
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...
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Episode 76: NHL Enforcer Jersey Retirement
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…
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Episode 75: Nico Blachman Part II
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…
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Episode 74: Chris Ordoobadi
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…
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Episode 73: Anthony Collins
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,...
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Episode 73: 2022 ECHL Tough Guys ft John Piry
With the ECHL season coming to a close, it was time to talk about the tough guys of the season and what we saw as fans. Who is the ECHL champ? Who surprised us? Who would we like to see more from? Just a couple fight fans drinking beer and talking fights. Do I really need to say more? SixPack:...
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Episode 72: ECHL Year In Review
After being a season ticket holder for the Florida Everblades this year along with following box scores and uploading fights from around the league all season. I thought it would be fun to talk about my first year watching ECHL hockey. From meeting players, becoming friends with other fans, to...
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Episode 71: Justin Schmit
From playing in Huntsville with guys like Mike DeGurse and Luke Phillips. To fighting guys like Mat Goody and Robin Big Snake. Justin Schmit is a warrior and even came out of retirement to play for the Columbus River Dragons in the FPHL. Justin has already taken not only the hockey fight world by...
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Episode 70: Jack Greig Part II
Returning to the pod is head coach of the Junior Islanders, Jack Greig. Jack has told his career story before but now hear what it's like going from tough guy to head coach. Showing his players a few fighting pointers to coaching players who have made it to all levels. ECHL, AHL, and even the…
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Episode 69: Under The Weather
Been trying get out content but I have been bitten by the sick bug! Sorry for the sniffles and mouth breathing this episode. Talking about the Stadium Series game in Nashville between Tampa and the Preds. Pat Maroon fighting in front of almost 70,000 people, country music and bars. I also discuss...
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Episode 68: Matt Barnaby vs Sean Avery?
Two of the biggest pests to ever play in the NHL are some how making headlines despite not playing hockey since the early 2000s! Sean Avery signed a contract with the Orlando Solar Bears of the ECHL this morning but it doesn't end there. Matt Barnaby has come out to challenge Sean Avery! Stating…
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Ep 67: The Panetta and Subban Situation
Shedding light on the Jacob Panetta and Jordan Subban incident that occurred in the ECHL. Some say it was racist, other say it was nothing more than a tough guy gesture. I give my thoughts on it all and hope for the best. Six Pack Coverage: https://www.sixpackcoverage.com/ Six Pack YouTube:...
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Ep 66: Best NHL Enforcers ft 4thLineVoice
Some NHL teams have a rich history of toughness, other teams....not so much. Regardless, throughout the history of the NHL until the late 2010s, all teams have had a tough guy in one way or another. Whether it was King Kong or just a guy willing to throw down when his team needed him to. I…
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Episode 65: They Need Me To Bleed
Fighting has been very misconstrued over the years and many focus on win loss %. Fighting in hockey isn't just about winning but showing up for your team when they need it. Whether it's after a cheap shot or a swing in momentum, fighting can sway games. It's often forgotten that dropping the…
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Episode 64: Top 5 ECHL Fights (2021)
Breaking down the top 5 fights in the ECHL from the year 2021. Whether its a marathon fight, toe to toe, or sweet chin music. I break down video of what in my opinion are the top five ECHL fights so far and include a couple honorable mentions. You can follow along via Six Pack Coverage's Youtube...
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Episode 63: Pre Game Shenanigans
Ending the year by discussing the pre game scuffle between Nico Blachman and Travis Howe that caused hockey twitter to blow up. Also future plans for the podcast and giving my top five current ECHL tough guys! Six Pack Coverage: https://www.sixpackcoverage.com/ Follow the Pod! Youtube:...
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Episode 62: Top 10 Quad City Mallards Tough Guys
Quad City has had a rich history in not only minor pro hockey, but some of the toughest players in minor pro hockey! I sat down with my buddy J out in Iowa to discuss who his top 10 Mallards tough guys of all time are. From the UHL, CHL, ECHL, and the other leagues the team had a stint in, these...
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Episode 61: Top 10 NHL Enforcers
There's a difference in hockey between a good fighter and a good enforcer. These are guys who crossed lines to protect teammates and send a message. The NHL has had many tough guys and enforcers, but these are the best of the best. Sit down and enjoy hearing about the best to ever do it when the...
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Episode 60: Are You Happy NHL?
Enforcers are gone from the NHL and it shows more than ever. Slew foots, biting, and much more go on now that the on ice consequence is no longer around. The NHL made its bed and now it gets to sleep in it. Also I announce the Five For Fighting Podcasts recent signing with Six Pack Coverage! Six...
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Episode 59: Nico Blachman
I sat down with Florida Everblades rookie Nico Blachman to discuss coming through the ranks as a fighter. Nico knows his role and loves every second of fighting. He will do whatever it takes to get the boys going and change a games tide. We also talk how fight rules can actually hurt the game,...
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Episode 58: Fines and Suspensions Don't Work
In this episode I cover how PK Subban is at it again with no repercussion. Fights in hockey that have turned the tide of a game. Along with the cliff notes version of how fighting has changed since John Ferguson. Crack a beer with me, and enjoy. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit...
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Episode 57: NHL vs ECHL
I dive into the differences between ECHL & NHL and how much better the ECHL is. Tom Wilson and Cernak shenanigans from the other night, and the eyerolling social media ran by NHL teams. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
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Episode 56: Everblades Tough Guys, Rob Ray, and More!
Bringing everyone up to speed on where I have been but more importantly some tough hockey talk! Everblades tough guys and opening night fight, the weak suspension for Larkin after punching Joseph, and a case for Rob Ray as one of the best power punchers in the NHL. Learn more about your ad…
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Episode 55: John Searson, Minor League Mayhem, and LNAH Nostalgia
Myself and our friend across the pond John Searson went live to breakdown 4th Line Voice's Minor League Mayhem bracket. Along with discussing LNAH fights and of course some gripes about the game today, it wouldn't be a FFF show without some cloud yelling. Crack a drink with us and enjoy some…
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Episode 54: Does Fighting Grow Hockey?
A question often asked around hockey social media and debated by many fans over and over again. I looked up a few numbers and asked around multiple groups the very question "Does Fighting Grow The Game of Hockey". Its tough to say since there's not much of measurable source for this but I break…
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Episode 53: New WHL Fight Rule
A short breakdown of some fight rules that are in both junior hockey along with NHL hockey. But the main one is the new rule implemented into the WHL about taking your opponents helmet off or even undoing your chin strap. Just another way to make hockey fights ridiculous. Learn more about your ad...
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Episode 52: Jason Bone
From the UHL to the SPHL, and the crazy LNAH, Jasone Bone fought em all. Take a trip through the career of Jason Bone and what it was like as a tough guy in a time where toughness was in every league. Also hear what it was like playing with legends like Theriault and Bosse. We even dive into the...
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Episode 51: Fight Breakdowns ft. Chris Banotai
I sit down with a good friend in Chris Banotai in the enforcer appreciation group to break down some fights. We went live and play some of our favorite fights while talking about them along with other various fight topics. The code ruining hockey fights, Tony Twist on another level, Mirasty being...
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Episode 50: Shaun Peet
From ivy league, to minor pro, to working in NASCAR?! Take a trip through the career of Shaun with some great stories. Link Gaetz at a Christmas party, getting an 18 game suspension, playing with the crazy Corpus Christi team and much more. Some great fights, some great laughs, youre in a for a...
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Episode 49: Howie Rosenblatt
A journey through the career of minor pro tough guy Howie Rosenblatt! This was the first ever live interview in the Enforcer Appreciation group so it was a lot of fun. We talk fighting Mel Angelstad, breakfast with Link Gaetz (also fighting Gaetz), brawls with fans and much more! Sit down and…
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Episode 48: Enforcer Signings
I go live once again in the Enforcer Appreciation Facebook group to discuss recent signings of tough guys in both the NHL and AHL. As usual we also get side tracked as the beers flow and discuss various enforcer topics and enforcer jerseys. crack a beer with us and enjoy some fight talk. Learn…
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Episode 47: Rob Voltera
From fighting in the WHL, to fighting some of the tough customers in the AHL such as Vandermeer, Simpson, Stock, and much more. Take a trip through the career of Rob Voltera with me as we break down his fights and some of his teammates he played with. We also talk about what it was like to play...
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Discussing the hockey players of yesterday. In today’s game where the role of enforcer is extinct these are stories from players who lived the role. Along with other hockey fight fans!
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Five For Fighting Podcast is created and hosted by Alec Ohlensehlen.
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