Aaron Ekblad on The Cam & Strick Podcast

On this episode, the boys are joined by long-time Maple Leaf and Calgary Flame, Matt Stajan. After 7 seasons playing for his hometown team of Toronto, Stajan was traded with teammates Niklas Hagman, Jamal Mayers and Ian White in a blockbuster deal for the Leafs to acquire Dion Phaneuf, Fredrik Sjostrom and Keith Aulie. He talks about young Johnny Gaudreau coming into the NHL, and playing with legends like Mats Sundin, Tie Domi, Jarome Iginla, and more. Before the interview the boys get into the recent Jason Kelce slur situation, Alex Ovechkin cooking to start, the coolest players in the NHL. Interview Start: 1:44:30Check out our Sponsors! 🤝- Bench Clearers: https://benchclearers.com/   (https://www.instagram.com/benchclearers/)- 1st Phorm: https://1stphorm.com/camandstrick   (https://www.instagram.com/1stphorm/)- Belhmann Automotive: https://www.behlmann.com- Sparx: https://rb.gy/x3rqcu use promocode "CamandStrick" (https://www.instagram.com/sparxhockey/)- Illinois Recovery Center: https://www.illinoisrecoverycenter.com (https://www.instagram.com/illinoisrecoverycenter.us/)- HatLaunch: https://hatlaunch.com/  (https://www.instagram.com/hatlaunch/)Follow the Pod! 🎙️- Twitter: https://twitter.com/CamandStrick- Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/camandstrick/- Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/camandstrick- TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@camandstrick- Website/Shop: https://www.camandstrick.com/Follow the Boys!  🏒- Andy: https://twitter.com/andystrickland- Cam: https://twitter.com/camjanssen25

On this episode, the boys are joined by Scott Nichol, a long-time NHLer and current Director of Player Development for the Nashville Predators. He talks about Nashville's slow start, adding Steven Stamkos, trading top goalie prospect Yaroslav Askarov, his nine-game suspension, and much more. Before the interview, the boys get into the Radko Gudas hit, Kyle Connor going off, and some interesting team payrolls. Check out our Sponsors! 🤝- Bench Clearers: https://benchclearers.com/   (https://www.instagram.com/benchclearers/)- 1st Phorm: https://1stphorm.com/camandstrick   (https://www.instagram.com/1stphorm/)- Belhmann Automotive: https://www.behlmann.com- Sparx: https://rb.gy/x3rqcu use promocode "CamandStrick" (https://www.instagram.com/sparxhockey/)- Illinois Recovery Center: https://www.illinoisrecoverycenter.com (https://www.instagram.com/illinoisrecoverycenter.us/)- HatLaunch: https://hatlaunch.com/  (https://www.instagram.com/hatlaunch/)Follow the Pod! 🎙️- Twitter: https://twitter.com/CamandStrick- Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/camandstrick/- Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/camandstrick- TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@camandstrick- Website/Shop: https://www.camandstrick.com/Follow the Boys!  🏒- Andy: https://twitter.com/andystrickland- Cam: https://twitter.com/camjanssen25

On this episode, the boys are joined by the most entertaining man in hockey, co-host of Spittin' Chiclets, and former NHL tough guy Paul Bissonnette AKA Biznasty. He breaks down how he balances his work with the podcast and his big role as a studio analyst at TNT, his fandom of the Toronto Maple Leafs, and his distain for the New York Rangers. Second to Shane Doan, Biz is among the most famous Phoenix/Arizona Coyotes, and his love for the franchise is well-known. He talks about his feelings about the team moving to Utah and more. Before the interview, the boys get into the Nashville Predators falling on their faces out of the gate, Brad Marchand getting an earful from Jim Montgomery, and much more. Interview Start ▶️ 1:49:10Check out our Sponsors! 🤝- Bench Clearers: https://benchclearers.com/   (https://instagram.com/benchclearers/)- 1st Phorm: https://1stphorm.com/camandstrick   (https://instagram.com/1stphorm/)- Belhmann Automotive: https://behlmann.com- Sparx: https://rb.gy/x3rqcu use promocode "CamandStrick" (https://instagram.com/sparxhockey/)- Illinois Recovery Center: https://illinoisrecoverycenter.com (https://instagram.com/illinoisrecoverycenter.us/)- HatLaunch: https://hatlaunch.com/  (https://instagram.com/hatlaunch/)Follow the Pod! 🎙️- Twitter: https://twitter.com/CamandStrick- Instagram: https://instagram.com/camandstrick/- Facebook: https://facebook.com/camandstrick- TikTok: https://tiktok.com/@camandstrick- Website/Shop: https://camandstrick.com/Follow the Boys!  🏒- Andy: https://twitter.com/andystrickland- Cam: https://twitter.com/camjanssen25

On this episode the boys are joined by, first the second time, Iron Mike Keenan. One of the most infamous people in the game of hockey, Mike Keenan stories have been told a million times, but it’s very rare that we get his perspective. He talks to us about what really happened with Wayne Gretzky meeting Micheal Jordan when Chicago was buzzing, some insane stories we were told about him by NHL legends, the iconic Sergey Kovalev shift, the Pronger/Shanahan trade and much more. Before the interview the boys discuss the Oilers slow start, why in the world Shesterkin is turning down this offer, the new Utah movement and much more. Interview Start ▶️ 1:45:30Check out our Sponsors! 🤝- Bench Clearers: https://benchclearers.com/   (https://www.instagram.com/benchclearers/)- 1st Phorm: https://1stphorm.com/camandstrick   (https://www.instagram.com/1stphorm/)- Belhmann Automotive: https://www.behlmann.com- Sparx: https://rb.gy/x3rqcu use promocode "CamandStrick" (https://www.instagram.com/sparxhockey/)- Illinois Recovery Center: https://www.illinoisrecoverycenter.com (https://www.instagram.com/illinoisrecoverycenter.us/)- HatLaunch: https://hatlaunch.com/  (https://www.instagram.com/hatlaunch/)Follow the Pod! 🎙️- Twitter: https://twitter.com/CamandStrick- Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/camandstrick/- Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/camandstrick- TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@camandstrick- Website/Shop: https://www.camandstrick.com/Follow the Boys!  🏒- Andy: https://twitter.com/andystrickland- Cam: https://twitter.com/camjanssen25

On this episode, the boys are joined by one of the best goalies of the last decade and St. Louis native Ben Bishop. He talks about the most skilled goalie he’s ever seen, playing with LA Kings and Tampa Bay Lightning legends, losing to the Blues in Game 7 with the Dallas Stars and more. Before the interview, the boys get into the Jeremy Swayman ordeal, Connor McDavid's legacy, and much more. Check out our Sponsors! 🤝- Bench Clearers: https://benchclearers.com/   (https://www.instagram.com/benchclearers/)- 1st Phorm: https://1stphorm.com/camandstrick   (https://www.instagram.com/1stphorm/)- Belhmann Automotive: https://www.behlmann.com- Sparx: https://rb.gy/x3rqcu use promocode "CamandStrick" (https://www.instagram.com/sparxhockey/)- Illinois Recovery Center: https://www.illinoisrecoverycenter.com (https://www.instagram.com/illinoisrecoverycenter.us/)- HatLaunch: https://hatlaunch.com/  (https://www.instagram.com/hatlaunch/)Follow the Pod! 🎙️- Twitter: https://twitter.com/CamandStrick- Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/camandstrick/- Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/camandstrick- TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@camandstrick- Website/Shop: https://www.camandstrick.com/Follow the Boys!  🏒- Andy: https://twitter.com/andystrickland- Cam: https://twitter.com/camjanssen25

On this episode, the boys are joined by former NBCSN and TNT analyst, 500-game NHL vet and current President of Hockey Operations for the Philadelphia Flyers, Keith Jones. One of the most iconic hockey voices of the 2000's joins us to talk about Torts, getting Matvei Michkov over to the US, trading Cutter Gauthier, the Carter Hart situation and much more. Before the interview, the boys break down the Laine hit, how useless the pre-season is, some bold season predictions and much more. Interview Start: 1:36:04Check out our Sponsors! 🤝- Bench Clearers: https://benchclearers.com/   (https://www.instagram.com/benchclearers/)- 1st Phorm: https://1stphorm.com/camandstrick   (https://www.instagram.com/1stphorm/)- Belhmann Automotive: https://www.behlmann.com- Sparx: https://rb.gy/x3rqcu use promocode "CamandStrick" (https://www.instagram.com/sparxhockey/)- Illinois Recovery Center: https://www.illinoisrecoverycenter.com (https://www.instagram.com/illinoisrecoverycenter.us/)- HatLaunch: https://hatlaunch.com/  (https://www.instagram.com/hatlaunch/)Follow the Pod! 🎙️- Twitter: https://twitter.com/CamandStrick- Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/camandstrick/- Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/camandstrick- TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@camandstrick- Website/Shop: https://www.camandstrick.com/Follow the Boys!  🏒- Andy: https://twitter.com/andystrickland- Cam: https://twitter.com/camjanssen25

On this episode, the guys are joined by 2024 Stanley Cup-winning head coach Paul Maurice. After a long stint in Winnipeg, leading them to their most successful seasons ever, Maurice went to Florida where he immediately went to the Cup Final in back-to-back years, finally winning it all this past season. He talks about changing his view on Matthew Tkachuk, his comments on Winnipeg winning the Cup in the future, coaching guys like Dustin Byfuglien, Sam Reinhart and more. Before the interview the boys get into the Diddy news, what expansion could look like in the NHL, and more.  Interview start: Check out our Sponsors! 🤝- Bench Clearers: https://benchclearers.com/   (https://www.instagram.com/benchclearers/)- 1st Phorm: https://1stphorm.com/camandstrick   (https://www.instagram.com/1stphorm/)- Belhmann Automotive: https://www.behlmann.com- Sparx: https://rb.gy/x3rqcu use promocode "CamandStrick" (https://www.instagram.com/sparxhockey/)- Illinois Recovery Center: https://www.illinoisrecoverycenter.com (https://www.instagram.com/illinoisrecoverycenter.us/)- HatLaunch: https://hatlaunch.com/  (https://www.instagram.com/hatlaunch/)Follow the Pod! 🎙️- Twitter: https://twitter.com/CamandStrick- Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/camandstrick/- Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/camandstrick- TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@camandstrick- Website/Shop: https://www.camandstrick.com/Follow the Boys!  🏒- Andy: https://twitter.com/andystrickland- Cam: https://twitter.com/camjanssen25

On this episode, the guys are joined by former Buffalo Sabres tough guy and podcast host of “After the Whistle” Andrew Peters. He joins us to talk about the lack of leadership from Buffalo ownership, how Jack Eichel and Ryan O'Reilly were treated, fighting goaltender Ray Emery, and much more. Before the interview, the boys get into TJ Oshie's career, Crosby’s recent extension, and much more. Enjoy our chat with someone Cam fought in the past, Andrew Peters!Interview start: 1:28:40Check out our Sponsors! 🤝- Bench Clearers: https://benchclearers.com/   (https://www.instagram.com/benchclearers/)- 1st Phorm: https://1stphorm.com/camandstrick   (https://www.instagram.com/1stphorm/)- Belhmann Automotive: https://www.behlmann.com- Sparx: https://rb.gy/x3rqcu use promocode "CamandStrick" (https://www.instagram.com/sparxhockey/)- Illinois Recovery Center: https://www.illinoisrecoverycenter.com (https://www.instagram.com/illinoisrecoverycenter.us/)- HatLaunch: https://hatlaunch.com/  (https://www.instagram.com/hatlaunch/)Follow the Pod! 🎙️- Twitter: https://twitter.com/CamandStrick- Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/camandstrick/- Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/camandstrick- TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@camandstrick- Website/Shop: https://www.camandstrick.com/Follow the Boys!  🏒- Andy: https://twitter.com/andystrickland- Cam: https://twitter.com/camjanssen25

On this episode, the boys are joined by Stanley Cup Champion and Conn Smythe winner Jonathan Marchessault. After scoring 30 goals with Florida, the UNDRAFTED stud went on to become an “original misfit” with the Vegas Golden Knights during their magical inaugural run. He’s now joining the scary-looking Nashville Predators along with Steven Stamkos and more reinforcements. He talks about the feeling of being left unprotected by Florida in the Expansion Draft, the notorious lack of loyalty in the Vegas organization, joining an exciting Nashville Predators team and much more. Interview start: 1:24:20Check out our Sponsors! 🤝- Bench Clearers: https://benchclearers.com/   (https://www.instagram.com/benchclearers/)- 1st Phorm: https://1stphorm.com/camandstrick   (https://www.instagram.com/1stphorm/)- Belhmann Automotive: https://www.behlmann.com- Sparx: https://rb.gy/x3rqcu use promocode "CamandStrick" (https://www.instagram.com/sparxhockey/)- Illinois Recovery Center: https://www.illinoisrecoverycenter.com (https://www.instagram.com/illinoisrecoverycenter.us/)- HatLaunch: https://hatlaunch.com/  (https://www.instagram.com/hatlaunch/)Follow the Pod! 🎙️- Twitter: https://twitter.com/CamandStrick- Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/camandstrick/- Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/camandstrick- TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@camandstrick- Website/Shop: https://www.camandstrick.com/Follow the Boys!  🏒- Andy: https://twitter.com/andystrickland- Cam: https://twitter.com/camjanssen25

On this episode, the boys are joined LIVE in-studio by one of the best general managers in hockey, Blues GM Doug Armstong. He talks about the recent, rare, and incredibly savvy offer sheets on 2 of Edmonton's young players, having to fire Cup-winning coach Craig Berube, deciding to make Alex Steen the future GM in St. Louis and much more. Check out our Sponsors! 🤝- Bench Clearers: https://benchclearers.com/   (https://www.instagram.com/benchclearers/)- 1st Phorm: https://1stphorm.com/camandstrick   (https://www.instagram.com/1stphorm/)- Belhmann Automotive: https://www.behlmann.com- Sparx: https://rb.gy/x3rqcu use promocode "CamandStrick" (https://www.instagram.com/sparxhockey/)- Illinois Recovery Center: https://www.illinoisrecoverycenter.com (https://www.instagram.com/illinoisrecoverycenter.us/)- HatLaunch: https://hatlaunch.com/  (https://www.instagram.com/hatlaunch/)Follow the Pod! 🎙️- Twitter: https://twitter.com/CamandStrick- Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/camandstrick/- Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/camandstrick- TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@camandstrick- Website/Shop: https://www.camandstrick.com/Follow the Boys!  🏒- Andy: https://twitter.com/andystrickland- Cam: https://twitter.com/camjanssen25