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The Bitter Rivals PodcastBitter Rivals Episode 115: The André Rausch Tribute EpisodeOn this weeks episode of The Bitter Rivals Podcast, powered by 91Network, Avery and Gitano pay tribute to the late André Rausch.
The boys also discuss the Leafs and Habs last few weeks and the upcoming NHL All Star Game
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https://thegamesportsshow.com/2024-01-2932 minThe Bitter Rivals PodcastBitter Rivals Episode 101: NHL Draft and Free Agency!On this weeks episode of The Bitter Rivals Podcast, powered by The Game Media and Entertainment,
Avery and Gitano discuss the NHL Entry Draft and the Habs and Leafs first round picks, as well as the other top picks in the draft!
The boys also analyze the top free agent signings so far, and tee up the remaining free agents!2023-07-0336 minThe Bitter Rivals PodcastBitter Rivals Episode 100: Vegas Is Golden!!On this weeks episode of The Bitter Rivals Podcast, powered by The Game Media and Entertainment,
Avery and Gitano react to the Vegas Golden Knights winning their first ever Stanley Cup, after beating the Florida Panthers in 5 games!
The boys also discuss some buyout rumors heading into the NHL Draft and celebrate the 100th episode of the Bitter Rivals Podcast!
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2023-06-2038 minThe Bitter Rivals PodcastBitter Rivals Episode 99: Vegas On The Verge Of Glory!!On this weeks episode of The Bitter Rivals Podcast, powered by The Game Media and Entertainment, Avery and Gitano break down the first 4 games of the Stanley Cup Final between Vegas and Florida as well as the news of Cole Caufield signing an 8 year extension in Montreal!
The boys also discuss Mike Babcock potentially coaching in Colombus and some signings and trades around the league!
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https://thegamesportsshow.com/2023-06-1227 minThe Bitter Rivals PodcastBitter Rivals Episode 98: Treliving Hired In Toronto!!On this weeks episode of The Bitter Rivals Podcast, powered by The Game Media and Entertainment, Avery and Gitano react to the Toronto Maple Leafs hiring Brad Treliving as their new General Manager and what comes next in Toronto!!
The boys also discuss the hiring of Kyle Dubas in Pittsburgh and Mike Babcock in Columbus, as well as Canada winning the IIHF World Championship!!
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https://thegamesportsshow.com/2023-06-0538 minThe Bitter Rivals PodcastBitter Rivals Episode 97: Dubas Out In Toronto!!On this weeks episode of The Bitter Rivals Podcast, powered by The Game Media and Entertainment, Avery and Gitano react to the news of the Toronto Maple Leafs firing GM Kyle Dubas and discuss the implications and his potential replacements!
The boys also review the rest of the second round of the NHL playoffs, including some overtime heroics by Matthew Tkachuk!!2023-05-2246 minThe Bitter Rivals PodcastBitter Rivals Episode 96: Leafs Post Mortem 2023On this weeks episode of The Bitter Rivals Podcast, powered by The Game Media and Entertainment, Avery comes to terms with the Leafs second round elimination by the Florida Panthers in 5 games, while Gitano guides him through the analysis of what went wrong and where the Leafs go from here!
The boys also review the rest of the second round of the NHL playoffs, including some absolutely ridiculous clownery by the Edmonton Oilers and Vegas Golden Knights, and a good old fashioned ref rant!
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2023-05-1559 minThe Bitter Rivals PodcastBitter Rivals Episode 95: Bobrovsky Stars As Leafs Go Down 2!!On this weeks episode of The Bitter Rivals Podcast, powered by The Game Media and Entertainment, Avery and Gitano break down the first 2 games of the Leafs second round series against the Florida Panthers, including the horrific officiating and the injury to rookie sensation Matthew Knies!
The boys also review the rest of the first round game 7s and discuss the opening games of the rest of the second round of the NHL playoffs!
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The boys also review the rest of the first round results and preview the remaining game sevens across the bracket!
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https://thegamesportsshow.com/2023-05-0140 minThe Bitter Rivals PodcastBitter Rivals Episode 93: Leafs Lead Lightning After 3!On this weeks episode of The Bitter Rivals Podcast, powered by The Game Media and Entertainment, Avery and Gitano analyze and discuss the first 3 games of the Toronto v Tampa series in which the Leafs lead 2-1!
The boys also run down the other playoff series across the NHL!
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https://thegamesportsshow.com/2023-04-2455 minThe Bitter Rivals PodcastBitter Rivals Episode 92: Season Review and Playoff Preview!On this weeks episode of The Bitter Rivals Podcast, powered by The Game Media and Entertainment, Avery and Gitano give their reviews of the Leafs and Habs regular seasons, as well as taking a look back at some predictions from the beginning of the season!
The boys also discuss the upcoming Stanley Cup Playoffs and make their predictions!
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https://thegamesportsshow.com/2023-04-1759 minThe Bitter Rivals PodcastBitter Rivals Episode 91: Leafs v Lightning Is Officially Official!On this weeks episode of The Bitter Rivals Podcast, powered by The Game Media and Entertainment, Gitano lists off even more Habs who are injured fir the season while Avery gets far too confident with the Leafs playoff chances.
The boys also discuss the NHL refs targeting certain players like Michael Bunting, Mike Pezzetta having the best celebration of the season, and give an early preview of the Leafs and Lightning playoff matchup.
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The boys also discuss the the return of the World Cup Of Hockey and more players refusing to participate in Pride Night across the league.
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https://thegamesportsshow.c...2023-03-2727 minThe Bitter Rivals PodcastBitter Rivals Episode 89: Goalies Making Weird DecisionsOn this weeks episode of The Bitter Rivals Podcast, powered by The Game Media and Entertainment, Avery reacts to a tough week for the Leafs while Gitano breaks down a wild week of losing for the Habs
The boys also discuss the QMJHL banning fighting, the insigator rule, and Pride Night in San Jose!
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2023-03-2034 minThe Bitter Rivals PodcastBitter Rivals Episode 88: Competitive LosingOn this weeks episode of The Bitter Rivals Podcast, powered by The Game Media and Entertainment, Avery reacts to two massive wins for the Leafs over the Devils and Oilers while Gitano makes peace with the Habs piling on the losses in the race for Connor Bedard!
The boys also discuss the Flyers firing GM Chuck Fletcher and replacing him with Daniel Briere, as well as a small ref rant!
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2023-03-1329 minThe Bitter Rivals PodcastBitter Rivals Episode 87: Trade Deadline ReviewOn this weeks episode of The Bitter Rivals Podcast, powered by The Game Media and Entertainment, Avery breaks down a successful deadline for the Leafs while Gitano analyzes a quiet deadline for the Habs!
The boys also discuss the winners and losers from the Trade Deadline including the Bruins, Canucks, and Senators!
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2023-03-0634 minThe Bitter Rivals PodcastBitter Rivals Episode 86: Ryan O'Reilly Makes Quite The ImpressionOn this weeks episode of The Bitter Rivals Podcast, powered by The Game Media and Entertainment, Avery breaks down the Leafs new look with Ryan O'Reilly in the lineup while Gitano reacts the the Habs trading for Denis Gurianov from the Dallas Stars!
The boys also discuss the upcoming trade deadline and the possible destinations of some of the high end trade targets!
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2023-02-2738 minThe Bitter Rivals PodcastBitter Rivals Episode 85: Leafs Land O'Reilly!On this weeks episode of The Bitter Rivals Podcast, powered by The Game Media and Entertainment, Avery celebrates the Leafs beating the Habs on Saturday night as well as the aquisition of Ryan O'Reilly from the St Louis Blues while Gitano manages his expectations for the Habs heading into the Trade Deadline!
The boys also discuss the futures of Timo Meier, Patrick Kane, and Jakob Chychrun!
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2023-02-2131 minThe Bitter Rivals PodcastBitter Rivals Episode 84: Tarasenko Ends Up In New YorkOn this weeks episode of The Bitter Rivals Podcast, powered by The Game Media and Entertainment, Avery breaks down the Leafs home and home against the Blue Jackets while Gitano celebrates the Habs snapping their Reverse Retro curse with an OT win against the Islanders!
The boys also discuss Vladamir Tarasenko being traded to the New York Rangers and the potential trades of Jakob Chychrun, Timo Meier, and Patrick Kane!
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2023-02-1324 minThe Bitter Rivals PodcastBitter Rivals Episode 83: Special Guest Andrew Stuetz!!On this weeks episode of The Bitter Rivals Podcast, powered by The Game Media and Entertainment, Avery and Gitano are joined by the Founder of Untapped North Andrew Stuetz to talk everything Habs and Leafs!
The boys also discuss the All-Star Game + skills competition and preview the upcoming trade deadline!
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Twitter...2023-02-061h 09The Bitter Rivals PodcastBitter Rivals Episode 82: Bo Horvat Is An Islander!On this weeks episode of The Bitter Rivals Podcast, powered by The Game Media and Entertainment, Avery reacts to John Tavares playing his 1000th NHL game and the news of Auston Matthews knee injury, while Gitano breaks down some solid preformances from the Habs and Owen Becks NHL debut!
The boys also discuss the blockbuster trade sending Bo horvat to the New York Islanders and the NHL All-Star game!
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2023-01-3129 minThe Bitter Rivals PodcastBitter Rivals Episode 81: Injured Habs Beat Leafs!On this weeks episode of The Bitter Rivals Podcast, powered by The Game Media and Entertainment, Avery and Gitano break down the Habs big OT win over the Leafs on Saturday night, while also discussing Cole Caufields season ending injury and the rest of the Habs injury woes.
The boys also discuss the Ivan Provorov, the horrific treatment of Bruce Boudreau and the dumpster fire that is the Vancouver Canucks organization.
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2023-01-2338 minThe Bitter Rivals PodcastBitter Rivals Episode 80: Leafs Beaten In BostonOn this weeks episode of The Bitter Rivals Podcast, powered by The Game Media and Entertainment, Avery analyzes the Leafs massive game against the Boston Bruins and Auston Matthews health, while Gitano reacts to the Habs honoring PK Subban and their continuing injury struggles!
The boys also discuss the U18 Women's World Championship and the standout performance by 14 year old Slovakian prodigy Nela Lopusanova!
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2023-01-1640 minThe Bitter Rivals PodcastBitter Rivals Episode 79: Canada Strikes World Junior Gold!!On this weeks episode of The Bitter Rivals Podcast, powered by The Game Media and Entertainment, Avery and Gitano break down Canada winning conescutive World Junior Gold medals for the first time in over a decade and the stand-out Candian performers from the tournament, the Leafs finally getting some stable goaltending again, and the Habs draft lottery chances!
The boys also discuss the Seattle Krakens impressive season and Shane Wright being sent back to the OHL!
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2023-01-0946 minThe Bitter Rivals PodcastBitter Rivals Episode 78: Connor Bedard Is Utterly RidiculousOn this weeks episode of The Bitter Rivals Podcast, powered by The Game Media and Entertainment, Avery and Gitano discuss Connor Bedard and his absolutely ridiculous production at the World Junior Championships, while also touching on the Leafs getting healthy again while the Habs are decimated by injuries.
The boys also discuss the Winter Classic between the Boston Bruins and the Pittsburgh Penguins at Fenway Park!
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2023-01-0334 minThe Bitter Rivals PodcastBitter Rivals Episode 77: World Junior PreviewOn this weeks episode of The Bitter Rivals Podcast, powered by The Game Media and Entertainment, Avery and Gitano briefly discuss the Leafs and Habs holiday schedules before analyzing the Canada v Czechia game and preview the tournament!
The boys also discuss the Habs and Leafs prospects at the World Juniors and create their All-Time WJC Theme Teams!
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2022-12-2824 minThe Bitter Rivals PodcastBitter Rivals Episode 76: Ovi On The Verge Of HistoryOn this weeks episode of The Bitter Rivals Podcast, powered by The Game Media and Entertainment, Avery breaks down the end of Mitch Marners incredible point streak while Gitano analyzes the Habs injury woes.
The boys also discuss Tage Thompson's ridiculous season and Alexander Ovechkins journey to 800 NHL goals!
2022-12-2031 minThe Bitter Rivals PodcastBitter Rivals Episode 75: Can Mitch Marner Be StoppedOn this weeks episode of The Bitter Rivals Podcast, powered by The Game Media and Entertainment, Avery runs out of superlatives to describe the play of Mitch Marner as he extends his franchise record point streak while Gitano breaks down a tough week for the Habs which also saw the first NHL meeting between Juraj Slafkovsky and Shane Wright!
The boys also discuss Jack Campbells poor play in Edmonton and Avery goes on a ref rant!
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2022-12-121h 02The Bitter Rivals PodcastBitter Rivals Episode 74: Mitch Marner Makes HistoryOn this weeks episode of The Bitter Rivals Podcast, powered by The Game Media and Entertainment, Avery celebrates Mitch Marner breaking the Leafs point-streak record while Gitano explains the struggles of the Habs veterans this season
The boys also discuss just how impressive both Tage Thompson and Jason Robertson are, and debut the new Theme Team segment!
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2022-12-0533 minThe Bitter Rivals PodcastBitter Rivals Episode 73: Injured Leafs Keep WinningOn this weeks episode of The Bitter Rivals Podcast, powered by The Game Media and Entertainment, Avery dissects the Leafs impressive results in the midst of an injury crisis while Gitano celebrates ex-Hawk Kirby Dach silencing the Chicago crowd with a shootout winner for the Habs!
The boys also discuss just how ridiculously good Wayne Gretzky really was.
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2022-11-2933 minThe Bitter Rivals PodcastBitter Rivals Episode 72: Caufield and Suzuki Are ElectricOn this weeks episode of The Bitter Rivals Podcast, powered by The Game Media and Entertainment, Avery basks in the return of Matt Murray as he lead the Leafs to a pair of important wins while Gitano is electrified by the play of Cole Caufield and Nick Suzuki in Montreal!
The boys also discuss the ownership situation in Ottawa and the league leading New Jersey Devils tear through the NHL.
2022-11-2137 minThe Bitter Rivals PodcastBitter Rivals Episode 71: Leafs Pay Tribute To SalmingOn this weeks episode of The Bitter Rivals Podcast, powered by The Game Media and Entertainment, Gitano eats his words as veteran Habs forward Mike Hoffman scores 4 goals last week, while Avery joins the rest of the hockey world in celebrating the career of Leafs legend Borje Salming!
The boys also discuss the freak injury suffered by Evander Kane and the Bruins situation with Mitchell Miller.
2022-11-1442 minThe Bitter Rivals PodcastBitter Rivals Episode 70: Tendy Trouble In TorontoOn this weeks episode of The Bitter Rivals Podcast, powered by The Game Media and Entertainment, Avery enjoys some hard fought wins by the Leafs over the Bruins and Flyers, even with the loss of goaltender Ilya Samsonov to injury, while Gitano analyzes the Habs forward situation including Kirby Dach's promotion to the 1st line and the trade rumors surrounding some veterans.
The boys also discuss Phil Kessel becoming the new NHL Iron Man and the Boston Bruins absolutely ridiculous decision to sign Mitchell Miller.
2022-11-071h 03The Bitter Rivals PodcastBitter Rivals Episode 69: Are The Leafs In Trouble?On this weeks episode of The Bitter Rivals Podcast, powered by The Game Media and Entertainment, Avery and Gitano are joined by special guest Trevor Edgar as they dissect what is going on in Toronto and how the Leafs can turn around this terrible start to the season!2022-10-311h 16The Bitter Rivals PodcastBitter Rivals Episode 68: The Leafs Get GrittierOn this weeks episode of The Bitter Rivals Podcast, powered by The Game Media and Entertainment, Avery analyzes a couple of big wins for the Leafs against Dallas and Winnipeg after a disappointing loss to Arizona while Gitano revels in rookie Habs defenseman Arber Xhekaj announcing himself to the NHL with a goal and an incredible fight!
The boys also discuss the newly released NHL Reverse Retro jerseys and the slow start by the reigning Stanley Cup champions the Colorado Avalanche!
2022-10-2452 minThe Bitter Rivals PodcastBitter Rivals Episode 67: Hockey Is BACK!!On this weeks episode of The Bitter Rivals Podcast, powered by The Game Media and Entertainment, Avery and Gitano break down the first games of the NHL season, including a heated Habs vs Leafs game on opening night!
The boys also discuss the injuries in net for the Leafs and the battle at the bottom of the league for Connor Bedard!
2022-10-1757 minThe Bitter Rivals PodcastBitter Rivals Episode 66: Pre-Season Part 2On this weeks episode of The Bitter Rivals Podcast, powered by The Game Media and Entertainment, Avery and Gitano make their predictions for the upcoming NHL season including who they think will win the Stanley Cup!
The boys also discuss the Oilers chances at making the playoffs and debate over Habs 1st overall pick Juraj Slafkovsy!
2022-10-031h 00The Bitter Rivals PodcastBitter Rivals Episode 65: Pre-Season Part 1On this weeks episode of The Bitter Rivals Podcast, powered by The Game Media and Entertainment, Avery and Gitano prepare for the upcoming NHL season by looking back at what both the Leafs and Habs have done over the summer and the pre-season!2022-09-2649 minThe Bitter Rivals PodcastBitter Rivals Episode 64: Madness At The NHL DraftOn this weeks episode of The Bitter Rivals Podcast, powered by The Game Media and Entertainment, Avery and Gitano react to the NHL Entry Draft, including the Montreal Canadiens drafting Juraj Slafkovsky with the #1 pick and Shane Wright dropping to #4!
The boys also discuss the upcoming free agent frenzy and the uncertainty of the goaltending situation in Toronto
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The Bitter Rivals PodcastBitter Rivals Episode 63: An Incredible Season Comes To An EndOn this weeks episode of The Bitter Rivals Podcast, powered by The Game Media and Entertainment, Avery and Gitano discuss the end of yet another incredible NHL season, capped with the Colorado Avalanche winning the Stanley Cup!!
The boys also discuss the upcoming NHL Entry Draft and the free agent landscape heading into the offseason, including the Leafs issues in net!
2022-07-0440 minThe Bitter Rivals PodcastBitter Rivals Episode 62: Colorado Avalanche Are RollingOn this weeks episode of The Bitter Rivals Podcast, powered by The Game Media and Entertainment, Avery and Gitano react to the first 2 games of the Stanley Cup Final which saw the Avalanche absolutely dominate the Lightning and have shifted predictions!
The boys also discuss the Habs trading injured captain Shea Weber to the Vegas Golden Knights for Evgenii Dadonov and celebrate the Candian U-18 Women winning gold!!
2022-06-2027 minThe Bitter Rivals PodcastBitter Rivals Episode 61: The Stanley Cup Final Is Here!On this weeks episode of The Bitter Rivals Podcast, powered by The Game Media and Entertainment, Avery and Gitano discuss the Eastern and Western Conference Finals, and tee up an incredible Stanley Cup Final as the Colorado Avalanche face off against the 2 time defending Stanley Cup champion Tampa Bay Lightning!
The boys also react to the Department Of Player Safety continuing to be useless and the Habs addition of Marie Phillip Poulin to their development staff!!
2022-06-1343 minThe Bitter Rivals PodcastBitter Rivals Episode 60: Playoff Chaos!!On this weeks episode of The Bitter Rivals Podcast, powered by The Game Media and Entertainment, Avery and Gitano discuss the Leafs first move of the offseason, signing Mark Giordano to an extension, while also paying tribute to the career of newly retired Jason Spezza.
The boys also react to the insanity that has been the 2nd round of the playoffs, including the fallout from the Battle of Alberta and the near historic runs by Connor McDavid and Andrei Vasilevskiy!
2022-05-3051 minThe Bitter Rivals PodcastBitter Rivals Episode 59: Leafs Post MortemOn this weeks episode of The Bitter Rivals Podcast, powered by The Game Media and Entertainment, Avery dissects the Leafs loss in the first round to the Tampa Bay Lightning and sets up the future of the organization while Gitano celebrates the Habs securing the 1st overall pick in the upcoming NHL Entry Draft.
The boys also analyze the other first round playoff results and react to the ongoing second round, including the Battle Of Alberta!2022-05-2347 minThe Bitter Rivals PodcastBitter Rivals Episode 58: ITS PLAYOFF SEASON BABYOn this weeks episode of The Bitter Rivals Podcast, powered by The Game Media and Entertainment, Avery breaks down the absolutely wild first 4 games of the Toronto Tampa series while Gitano sits idly by because the Habs are not playing.
The boys also discuss the other playoff series so far and how incredibly unpredictable they have been!
2022-05-1039 minThe Bitter Rivals PodcastBitter Rivals Episode 57: Season Review and Playoff PreviewOn this weeks episode of The Bitter Rivals Podcast, powered by The Game Media and Entertainment, Avery and Gitano review the regular seasons of both the Habs and Leafs, while also checking in on their predictions from the beginning of the season!
The boys also discuss the playoff matchups and build their Stanley Cup playoff brackets
2022-05-0253 minThe Bitter Rivals PodcastBitter Rivals Episode 56: RIP Guy LafleurOn this weeks episode of The Bitter Rivals Podcast, powered by The Game Media and Entertainment, Avery preps for the Leafs playoff run and contemplates how some injuries might affect the Buds while Gitano and the Habs community mourns the loss of one of the greatest Habs of all time, Guy Lafleur
The boys also discuss the Western Conference playoff picture and the touchy situation in Vegas between the Golden Knights and Robin Lehner
2022-04-2528 minThe Bitter Rivals PodcastBitter Rivals Episode 55: Carey Price ReturnsOn this weeks episode of The Bitter Rivals Podcast, powered by The Game Media and Entertainment, Gitano revels in the return of the Habs superstar goalie Carey Price while Avery heaps praise on the recent play of Mitch Marner!
The boys also discuss some disciplinary issues with Evgeni Malkin and Evander Kane, as well as tee up some potential playoff matchups!
2022-04-1840 minThe Bitter Rivals PodcastBitter Rivals Episode 54: Auston Matthews Record BreakerOn this weeks episode of The Bitter Rivals Podcast, powered by The Game Media and Entertainment, Avery gloats after the Leafs beat the Habs in their final meeting of the season while Gitano discusses Cole Caufield's resurgence under MSL and the hope of potentially seeing Carey Price play next week.
The boys also discuss Ryan Getzlafs retirement announcement and tee up a potential Leafs v Bruins playoff matchup
2022-04-1138 minThe Bitter Rivals PodcastBitter Rivals Episode 53: AM34 Is The Best Goal Scorer In The NHLOn this weeks episode of The Bitter Rivals Podcast, powered by The Game Media and Entertainment, Avery breaks down a couple of huge wins for the Leafs against some Cup contenders, while Gitano discusses the Habs tough road trip and injection of youth
The boys also discuss the state of officiating (again) and the discussion around the end of Keith Yandles iron-man streak
2022-04-0453 minThe Bitter Rivals PodcastBitter Rivals Episode 52: A Leafs/Habs Saturday NightOn this weeks episode of The Bitter Rivals Podcast, powered by The Game Media and Entertainment, Gitano enjoys the Habs beating the Leafs on Saturday night while Avery loses his cool with the referees again!
The boys also review the NHL Trade Deadline which saw the Leafs acquire Mark Giordano and the Habs collect a ton of picks and prospects!2022-03-281h 00The Bitter Rivals PodcastBitter Rivals Episode 51: 2022 Trade Deadline PreviewOn this weeks episode of The Bitter Rivals Podcast, powered by The Game Media and Entertainment, Avery breaks down the Leafs Heritage Classic loss to Buffalo and the Auston Matthews suspension while Gitano pays tribute to Ben Chiarot following his trade to Florida.
The boys also discuss the upcoming trade deadline, settting up potential trades and analyzing the biggest trades of the week, including Giroux to Florida and Hagel to Tampa Bay!
2022-03-211h 01The Bitter Rivals PodcastBitter Rivals Episode 50: Leafs Heritage Classic ft. Trevor EdgarOn this weeks episode of The Bitter Rivals Podcast, powered by The Game Media and Entertainment, Avery and Gitano are joined by the one and only Trevor Edgar to discuss the Leafs goaltending situation heading into the trade deadline and set up the Heritage Classic against the Buffalo Sabres!
The boys also discuss the state of referees in the league and reflect on the first 49 episodes of the Bitter Rivals Podcast!
2022-03-141h 02The Bitter Rivals PodcastBitter Rivals Episode 49: Martin St Louis Has The Habs RollingOn this weeks episode of The Bitter Rivals Podcast, powered by The Game Media and Entertainment, Avery dissects the Leafs continuing struggles while Gitano celebrates the Habs turnaround under interim head coach Martin St Louis!
The boys also discuss the Calgary Flames incredible season thus far and their playoff potential, and take an in depth look at the Hart race
2022-03-0742 minThe Bitter Rivals PodcastBitter Rivals Episode 48: Habs Beat The Leafs!On this weeks episode of The Bitter Rivals Podcast, powered by The Game Media and Entertainment, Avery loses his mind over the Leafs recent results and goaltending struggles while Gitano revels in the Habs 5 game winning streak
The boys also discuss the race for the Calder and the future of outdoor NHL games!
2022-02-2846 minThe Bitter Rivals PodcastBitter Rivals Episode 47: Trade Season In Toronto and MontrealOn this weeks episode of The Bitter Rivals Podcast, powered by The Game Media and Entertainment, Avery and Gitano analyze the trades made by both the Leafs and Habs this week as well as the weeks results.
The boys also discuss Auston Matthews Hart Trophy case and the Canadian Women winning Olympic Gold!!
2022-02-2147 minThe Bitter Rivals PodcastBitter Rivals Episode 46: Habs Fire Ducharme, Hire St Louis!!!On this weeks episode of The Bitter Rivals Podcast, powered by The Game Media and Entertainment, Avery deals with the Leafs getting goalied twice while Gitano reacts to the Habs coaching changes and continuing struggles.
The boys also discuss the roots of the Habs historically bad season and the Canadian men's and women's Olympic hockey tournaments so far
2022-02-1446 minThe Bitter Rivals PodcastBitter Rivals Episode 45: NHL All Star WeekendOn this weeks episode of The Bitter Rivals Podcast, powered by The Game Media and Entertainment, All Star fever hits the show s Avery and Gitano break down the Skill Competition winners and Trevor Zegras getting absolutely robbed by the League.
The boys also discuss Canada's Women's Hockey Teams dominance in their first 2 games of the Olympics and the continued issues in and around the Chicago Blackhawks organization. 2022-02-0734 minThe Bitter Rivals PodcastBitter Rivals Episode 44: The Carey Price DebateOn this weeks episode of The Bitter Rivals Podcast, powered by The Game Media and Entertainment, the Leafs big comeback leaves Avery in a great mood while Gitano clings to the news of Carey Price continuing his rehab during the Habs tailspin at the bottom of the league.
The boys also discuss the Olympic roster announced by Hockey Canada and react to Evander Kanes Oilers debut against the Habs.2022-01-3148 minThe Bitter Rivals PodcastBitter Rivals Episode 43: New Beginnings All Around!On this weeks episode of The Bitter Rivals Podcast, powered by The Game Media and Entertainment, Avery analyzes the Leafs recent struggles with injuries and their on-ice impact while Gitano sets up the Habs future under new GM Kent Hughes!
The boys also discuss how the Edmonton Oilers tailspin will affect Connor McDavid and condemn the incidents that took place in the AHL and ECHL this week. 2022-01-2453 minThe Bitter Rivals PodcastBitter Rivals Episode 42: Trouble in Toronto??On this weeks episode Avery dissects the Leaf collapse against the Blues and their baffling loss to the Coyotes while Gitano is all aboard the Mike Pezzetta hype train in Montreal!
With the NHL announcing the first round of All Stars for the upcoming All Star Game in Vegas, the boys discuss the biggest snubs and debate the format of the game itself. 2022-01-171h 01The Bitter Rivals PodcastBitter Rivals Episode 41: Who Is The 2nd Best Player In The NHL?On this weeks episode Avery analyzes the first few Leafs games of the new year, including a blown lead against the Avalanche, while Gitano discusses the Habs slowly getting healthy.
The boys also debut a Fill In The Blanks segment, leading to discussions about the 2nd best player in the NHL, the Oilers and Canucks playoff hopes, and the crop of quality defensemen in the league today!2022-01-1052 minThe Bitter Rivals PodcastBitter Rivals Episode 40: World Juniors Cancelled!On this weeks episode the boys have lot of news to catch up on after the Christmas break, including the IIHF cancelling tournaments, NHL teams playing behind closed doors, and some controversy out of the OHL.
Also this week, Avery sets up the Leafs second half of the season while Gitano is left nearly speechless with the state of the Habs injuries.2022-01-031h 06The Bitter Rivals PodcastBitter Rivals Episode 39: The COVID Episode (Again)With COVID running wild through the NHL right now, Avery and Gitano aren't left with much hockey to talk about so they ramble on about plenty of other sports around the world including the NBA, NFL, MLS, and boxing!
The boys do however discuss the Olympic participation by the NHL, Jason Spezza's suspension being reduced, Torts continuing to make himself irrelevant, and the Leafs Holl situation. 2021-12-2052 minThe Bitter Rivals PodcastBitter Rivals Episode 38: NHL Olympics In DoubtOn this weeks episode Gitano continues to be amazed by the severity of the Habs injury crisis, while Avery loses his head over the Sandin injury and Spezza suspension.
The boys also discuss the shitshows in Vancouver and Arizona, as well as the upcoming Olympic Games and NHL participation. 2021-12-131h 08The Bitter Rivals PodcastBitter Rivals Episode 37: Habs Fire Bergevin!This weeks episode is a big one, as Avery and the Leafs keep rolling while Gitano discusses the news of the Habs firing Marc Bergevin and hiring Jeff Gorton.
The boys also break down some projected Olympic rosters and Alexander Ovechkins historic goal scoring!!2021-12-061h 20The Bitter Rivals PodcastBitter Rivals Episode 36: Are The Leafs The Best Team In The League?On this weeks episode the boys are back after a brief hiatus and discuss the polar opposite situations in Montreal and Toronto. Avery revels in the Leafs current form and winning run, while Gitano breaks down the upcoming shakedown of the Habs Front Office.
The boys also discuss Brendan Lemieux biting Brady Tkachuk, the Panarin/Marchand beef, Matt Murray getting waived and much much more!2021-11-291h 07The Bitter Rivals PodcastBitter Rivals Episode 35: COVID Strikes the SensOn this weeks episode Avery keeps the Leafs hype train rolling as their wins keep coming, while Gitano breaks down (the Habs current crisis).
The boys also discuss John Torterellas brainless comments about Connor McDavid and we get our first ref rant of the year!!2021-11-1753 minThe Bitter Rivals PodcastBitter Rivals Episode 34: The Leafs Are RollingOn this weeks episode Avery is in a great mood as the Leafs keep on winning with all the big guns firing, while Gitano is left looking for answers as the Habs continue to play like absolute trash on a consistent basis.
The boys also discuss the massive Jack Eichel trade and the continuing fallout from the Kyle Beach investigation.2021-11-081h 01The Bitter Rivals PodcastBitter Rivals Episode 33: Halloween Horror for the HabsOn this weeks episode the boys discuss the Kyle Beach case and the fallout from it, and Avery declares the Maple Leafs crisis over while Gitano is left feeling let down by the Habs.
The boys also discuss the Soo Greyhounds hot start to the season!2021-11-0154 minThe Bitter Rivals PodcastBitter Rivals Episode 32: Rough Starts For The Leafs And HabsOn this weeks episode Avery and Gitano break down the slow starts for both the Habs and Leafs, including the Leafs embarrassing 7-1 loss to the Penguins. The boys also get in to a spirited debate over the Nick Suzuki contract and preview the week ahead!2021-10-2558 minThe Bitter Rivals PodcastBitter Rivals Episode 31: Season PreviewIt's almost time for the NHL season to begin so Avery and Gitano break down the 4 divisions and gear up for what may be the most competitive NHL season we've ever seen!! 2021-10-1137 minThe Bitter Rivals PodcastBitter Rivals Episode 30: The Boys Are Back!!On this weeks episode Avery and Gitano get set for another NHL season by breaking down the offseason moves made by the Habs and Leafs! The boys also talk Robin Lehner and his explosive allegations against NHL teams and their managment!2021-10-041h 18The Bitter Rivals PodcastBitter Rivals Episode 29 : Expansion Draft, Entry Draft, and a Whole Lot Of CrazinessOn this weeks episode, Avery and Gitano have their hands full as they deal with the fallout of the Seattle Kraken Expansion Draft, the NHL Entry Draft, and what can only be described as every NHL GM taking massive amounts of drugs.2021-07-271h 09The Bitter Rivals PodcastBitter Rivals Episode 28 : Expansion Draft PreviewOn this weeks episode, Avery and Gitano tee up the Seattle Krakens upcoming expansion draft, including their projected roster and react to the newly released Protected Lists from 30 NHL teams!2021-07-1952 minThe Bitter Rivals PodcastBitter Rivals Episode 27 : Champa Bay LightningWell the season is over and the Tampa Bay Lightning are back to back Stanley Cup Champions. Avery breaks down the Final while Gitano just breaks down.
The boys also discuss the upcoming offseason, including the Expansion Draft and free agency.2021-07-121h 20The Bitter Rivals PodcastBitter Rivals Episode 26 : Congrats Tampa Bay LightningOn this weeks episode Avery and Gitano discuss the Stanley Cup Final, where the Montreal Canadiens currently trail the Tampa Bay Lightning 0-3. The boys also take a look at NHL Free Agency and have some debate over what a true 1C is. 2021-07-0541 minThe Bitter Rivals PodcastBitter Rivals Episode 25 : Habs vs Lightning For The Cup!On this weeks episode Avery and Gitano react to the Habs defeating the Vegas Golden Knights and advancing to the Stanley Cup Finals for the first time in 28 years!! The boys also break down the Habs opponent, the Tampa Bay Lightning, and their win over the New York Islanders in the semi-finals.
Also on this weeks episode, Avery and Gitano talk about the horrific accusations against the Chicago Blackhawks.2021-06-281h 02The Bitter Rivals PodcastBitter Rivals Episode 24 : NHL Semi-FinalsOn this weeks episode of The Bitter Rivals Podcast, Avery and Gitano analyze the first 4 games of each Stanley Cup semi-final matchup and make their predictions for the remaining games! The boys also discuss the winners of NHL awards and Gitano rants about the refs in the NHL (again)!2021-06-2256 minThe Bitter Rivals PodcastBitter Rivals Episode 23 : Habs in the Semi-Finals!!On this weeks episode, Avery and Gitano discuss the Montreal Canadiens winning the North Division and facing the Vegas Golden Knights in the Stanley Cup Semi Finals, as well as previewing the Lightning vs Islanders in the other Semi Final matchup! 2021-06-1459 minThe Bitter Rivals PodcastBitter Rivals Episode 22 : Habs Eliminate Leafs!!The moment you've all been waiting for, Avery and Gitano discuss the end of the Montreal vs Toronto playoff series which saw the Leafs blow a 3-1 series lead and the Habs move on to round 2 against the Winnipeg Jets! Avery does a post mortem of the Leafs and takes a look at what went wrong, while Gitano breaks down the Habs vs Jets series.
The hosts also debate the Mark Schiefele hit on Jake Evans and take a look around the rest of the playoffs.2021-06-071h 13The Bitter Rivals PodcastBitter Rivals Episode 21 : Game 7 PreviewShort, sweet, and right to the point. Avery and Gitano get set for a monumental Game 7 between the Leafs and Habs, with neither host feeling any confidence in their team.2021-06-0129 minThe Bitter Rivals PodcastBitter Rivals Episode 20 : Leafs 1-1 HabsWe are in the thick of the playoffs and things are already heated between Avery and Gitano! The boys analyze the opening two games of the Leafs/Habs series, including a tribute to Leafs Captain John Tavares after his horrific injury in game 1. Things are taken up a notch when game 2 gets discussed and the refs get involved.
Avery and Gitano also recap the other playoff series going on around the league and tee up the next few games of the Leafs/Habs series!2021-05-241h 15The Bitter Rivals PodcastBitter Rivals Episode 18 : Fuck Tom WilsonThis week, Avery and Gitano break down all three Montreal v Toronto games and the Leafs capturing their first divisional title in 21 years.
The boys also take the time to analyze the Tom Wilson situation, including a full breakdown of what happened and the implications of the outcome.2021-05-101h 12The Bitter Rivals PodcastBitter Rivals Episode 17 : The Cole Caufield ShowThis weeks episode kicks off with the hosts both in a great mood, with the Habs and Leafs both coming off massive wins! Avery raves about Auston Matthews and Mitch Marners mouth-watering play together while Gitano celebrates Cole Caufields first NHL goal against the Sens!
Also in this episode, the boys look forward to the potential playoff matchups and set the scene for the last 6 games of the season!2021-05-0359 minThe Bitter Rivals PodcastBitter Rivals Episode 15: Trade Deadline ReviewThe boys are back to break down all the big moves from the NHL Trade Deadline and provide their winners and losers from the deadline.
Also on this episode, Avery dissects the Leafs power play struggles and Gitano explains his thoughts on the Cole Caufield situation.2021-04-1958 minThe Bitter Rivals PodcastBitter Rivals Episode 14 : Trade Deadline PreviewAvery and Gitano are back to discuss and preview the upcoming NHL trade deadline, exploring what both the Habs and Leafs should look to do before Mondays deadline.
Avery also dives deep into the Leafs recent success while Gitano leads the Cole Caufield hype train!2021-04-121h 16The Bitter Rivals PodcastBitter Rivals Episode 13 : Is The Leafs Goalie Debate Over?On this weeks episode, Avery finally accepts Jack Campbell as the Leafs number one goalie while Gitano furiously rants about Connor McDavids $5k fine for his elbow to the head of Habs forward Jesperi Kotkaniemi.
The boys also discuss the Vancouver Canucks COVID situation and the NHLs inability to market their star players.2021-04-051h 02The Bitter Rivals PodcastBitter Rivals Episode 12 : The Roast Of The Buffalo SabresOn this weeks episode, Avery and Gitano absolutely rip the Buffalo Sabres to shreds, diving deep into the organizations history of failure, current 17 game winless streak, and future of their star players. The boys also dissect the scandal involving (now) former NHL referee Tim Peel getting caught on a hot mic.
2021-03-2952 minThe Bitter Rivals PodcastBitter Rivals Episode 11 : Leafs Goaltending IssuesAvery and Gitano are back and take on all the biggest talking points of the week, including the Leafs goaltender situation and the Habs finally winning their first shootout of the year.
The boys also discuss a range of topics including Erik Karlsson and the Sharks disastrous situation and Gitano rants on Habs prospect Cole Caufield. 2021-03-221h 07The Bitter Rivals PodcastBitter Rivals Episode 10 : Saturday Of DisappointmentsAvery and Gitano are back to break down a Saturday night to forget for both the Habs and Leafs, with both teams losing important games. The boys also analyze Jeff Petrys fantastic season so far and rookie sensation Kirill Kaprizovs emergence as a top player in the League.
Also discussed in this episode are changes to the overtime format and ESPNs new TV deal with the NHL.2021-03-1556 minThe Bitter Rivals PodcastBitter Rivals Episode 9: Leafs On A RollOn this weeks episode Avery and Gitano discuss the Habs big Saturday night win, the Leafs great series against the Oilers and awful series against the Canucks.
The boys also break down the dumpster fire that is the Buffalo Sabres, the race for the Norris trophy is heating up and react to some UFC results!2021-03-0847 minThe Bitter Rivals PodcastBitter Rivals Episode 8: Habs Fire Claude Julien!Avery and Gitano are back to discuss the massive news that the Montreal Canadiens fired head coach Claude Julien amid a 5 game losing streak! The boys break down what lead to the firing and what comes next for interim head coach Dominique Ducharme, along with Carey Prices struggles so far this season.
Also this week, Avery and Gitano rank their all time top 10 NHL players and discuss the NHL dress code.2021-03-011h 06The Bitter Rivals PodcastBitter Rivals Episode 7: Leafs Beat The Habs (Again)Avery and Gitano break down the latest Habs vs Leafs game, including Toronto acquiring Alex Galchenyuk and a serious mess made by the refs. The boys also discuss the outdoor game at Lake Tahoe between the Avalanche and Golden Knights and debate if Sidney Crosby is a top 5 player of all time!2021-02-221h 05The Bitter Rivals PodcastBitter Rivals Episode 6: Trevor EdgarAvery and Gitano welcome their first guest to the podcast, diehard Leafs fan Trevor Edgar! The boys break down the two Habs vs Leafs games that happened last week, and do a deep dive on the Toronto Maple Leafs defense and goaltending.
There are laughs aplenty as Trevor and the hosts discuss such topics as Kevin Bieksas love for Ryan Kesler and the blockbuster trade between the Senators and Hurricanes! 2021-02-151h 21The Bitter Rivals PodcastBitter Rivals Episode 5: Super Bowl Sunday SpecialThis week on the Bitter Rivals Podcast, Avery and Gitano debate which team in the North Division is worse, Canucks or Senators. They also continue their rant against poor officiating and react to Hockey Canada naming the Olympic GM and staff. The boys also make their predictions for the Super Bowl!2021-02-0849 minThe Bitter Rivals PodcastBitter Rivals Episode 4: Connor McDavid Is Good At HockeyAvery and Gitano discuss the Habs and Leafs Saturday night loses, compare the teams responses to Matt Tkachuk and his antics, as well as debate the Calder trophy and its nomination system.2021-02-0157 min
The Bitter Rivals PodcastBitter Rivals Episode 3: The Habs Are On FireAvery and Gitano discuss the Habs hot start to the season, two big injuries for the Leafs, and the blockbuster Laine/Dubois trade2021-01-2554 min
The Bitter Rivals PodcastBitter Rivals Episode 2: Hockey Is Back!!The NHL season has finally started and Avery and Gitano are ready to go! We've got a breakdown and analysis of the first of 10 Toronto versus Montreal games, along with plenty of other news and notes from around the NHL.2021-01-181h 08
The Bitter Rivals PodcastBitter Rivals Episode 1: NHL Season PreviewWelcome to the 1st episode of the Bitter Rivals Podcast! In todays episode Avery and Gitano break down every teams offseason moves and rank each team in their new divisions2021-01-111h 51