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Thx Bud Podcast140: New Year, Same KingsThe LA Kings are still stuck at the bottom of the league, but at least their front office isn't roasting them in the news? We can only go up from here!
2019-01-1400 minThx Bud Podcast130: Put a Little Luff In Your HeartThe Kings' 2018-19 season isn't getting any better. Time to talk about who we'd miss the most if traded and gush over the few bright spots in the last month.
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Thx Bud Podcast138: Kings Ain't It, ChiefBottom of the league, new coach, goalie injuries. There's no way to sugarcoat it: The Kings are in trouble this season. LA's players seem to have taken an extended preseason, so hopefully, no one noticed that Thx Bud did too. But we're back!
2018-11-1356 minThx Bud Podcast138: Kings Ain't It, ChiefBottom of the league, new coach, goalie injuries. There's no way to sugarcoat it: The Kings are in trouble this season. LA's players seem to have taken an extended preseason, so hopefully, no one noticed that Thx Bud did too. But we're back!
2018-11-1300 minThx Bud Podcast137: Playoffs Are Go!The 2018 playoffs have begun! Chanelle and Diane dig into the good, the bad and the ridiculous about all the Game 1s around the NHL.
2018-04-1300 minThx Bud Podcast136: That's Dustin Brown's Music!The Kings make the 2018 Stanley Cup Playoffs, and then Dustin Brown scores four goals?! Fans have nothing but reasons to celebrate right now. Chanelle and Diane dive into the wealth of highlights from the past couple weeks and look ahead to the most exciting teams and matchups entering the postseason. ALSO, bonus question for the Harry Potter nerds: Is Luc Robitaille a veela?
2018-04-0600 minThx Bud Podcast135: Literally the Best Anze Kopitar Has Ever BeenThough the Kings refuse to give themselves any cushion in the Pacific Division, individual players are still making Chanelle and Diane's hearts soar by exceeding all expectations. Yes, mainly, KOPITAR.
2018-03-2200 minThx Bud Podcast134: Young Ovi Is Our Favorite HBO ShowIn just 3 games since the last pod, the Kings have managed to implode, dominate and also wreck fans with a near-perfect comeback. Jack Campbell got very real about his past pro struggles this week, and Jeff Carter proved he's a superhero. Also, Alex Ovechkin scored his 600th goal and responded to media in the Ovi-est way possible.
2018-03-1500 minThx Bud Podcast133: Thanks For The Roller CoasterAfter a brutal, late loss to the Chicago Blackhawks, the Kings turned things around with a big win over Washington. Trevor Lewis is also back in the lineup and back on the score sheet! Chanelle and Diane dig into what's going on with the Kings heading into the home stretch, and then bask in players around the league showing the Kings' top guys major respect.
2018-03-0900 minThx Bud PodcastWelcome Back CarterChanelle and Diane celebrate the return of Jeff Carter, and then eat their words on Dion Phaneuf just a little bit. Then saying goodbye to goalie Darcy Kuemper stings, but at least new addition Tobias Rieder has already scored. Plus, it's important to finally get a chance to shout about Olympic hockey (gold! yes!) and some of the funny ups and downs around the league.
2018-03-0100 minThx Bud Podcast131: Dion Phaneuf Is a KingDion Phaneuf gets older but that Phaneuf to the Kings rumor never aged. And now it's real! Chanelle and Diane try to come to terms with this new, Lombardi-esque trade. On the bright side, at least Darcy Kuemper still brings true joy.
2018-02-1500 minThx Bud Podcast130: Dads and College GradsHeading out of All Star weekend, the Kings nab a commanding win AND there's Jeff Carter news. Rejoice! Plus, fans get to celebrate Alec Martinez being man with a degree in addition to being funny, cute and a scorer of important goals. However, WHY IS MIKE FISHER COMING OUT OF RETIREMENT?!
2018-02-0100 minThx Bud Podcast129: Dinner TheaterWell, the Kings did exactly what we told them not to do and lost 6 games in a row. AND Jonathan Quick has a nagging injury. They finally managed to pull out a couple wins, but it's tough to trust in a turnaround. At least Darcy Kuemper and Christian Folin are adorable roommates?
2018-01-2500 minThx Bud Podcast128: All-Star FriendsThe LA Kings have three all stars! Unfortunately, it's hard to tell they have any when they're on a 4-game losing streak. Chanelle and Diane dive into the ways the roster is being shaken up to spark offense. On the brightest side, Jeff Carter's skating again! Praise tall, blond and handsome silver linings.
2018-01-1800 minThx Bud Podcast127: Entering The Fun ZoneNearly halfway through the season, the LA Kings are 2nd in the West! Jonathan Quick has earned his 47th career shutout, there may finally be light at the end of this Jeff Carter-less tunnel, and most importantly: John Stevens wants the Kings to have fun. Celebrate, dammit! Plus, USA Hockey makes history with their Olympic roster.
2018-01-0400 minThx Bud Podcast126: Toasting to the UnexpectedThey've battled through some awesome highs and inexplicable lows, but the Kings have made it through 2018! Chanelle and Diane celebrate milestones for Dustin Brown and Marian Gaborik while gazing cautiously into the unknown for the rest of the season. Also, what the heck is up with Kyle Clifford?! And can Jeff Carter send fans proof of life? Anything!
2017-12-2800 minThx Bud Podcast125: Burn NoticeOne month since our last recording... the Kings are back to winning! Anze Kopitar looks more and more confident, Dustin Brown is feeling free, and the return of Marian Gaborik and Kyle Clifford mean the team has also started tinkering with the roster. Chanelle and Diane get caught up on trades and that 8-game win streak. Outside of LA, the NHL starts bgeins down the long road toward putting a team in Seattle.
2017-12-1200 minThx Bud Podcast124: Dad Power DynamicsTwo losses in the same week... Is this what being average feels like?! The Kings have faced a little more adversity recently, but Chanelle Berlin and Diane Phan focus on the bright side. Oscar Fantanberg scored his first NHL, Dustin Brown is still tearing it up, and Jonathan Quick still hates Corey Perry deeply! All is right in the world.
2017-11-1400 minThx Bud Podcast123: The Unbearable Thirstiness of Dean LombardiWhile the Kings continue their best start in franchise history, their old buddy Dean Lombardi is back in the news, talking about his former team. LA's last general manager still has quite a few feelings, mostly about Mike Richards. Obviously Chanelle Berlin and Diane Phan couldn't resist diving into that.
2017-11-0700 minThx Bud Podcast122: Young Gunning ItThe LA Kings are currently 3rd in the NHL, which DOESN'T MAKE SENSE, but Chanelle Berlin and Diane Phan love riding the wave. Adrian Kempe is the first rookie to score a hat trick, Kurtis MacDermid has scored his first NHL goal and Jonathan Quick earns a shutout in his 500th game! It's a beautiful time for Kings fans. We're so happy to not cheer for, let's say, the Arizona Coyotes, who finally earned their first win of the season this week. Yikes.
2017-10-3100 minThx Bud Podcast121: Dustin, You're Doing Amazing, SweetieThe best 5-game start in Kings history! Week 2 of the season still has Chanelle Berlin and Diane Phan basking in that winning feeling. LA's sitting pretty at the top of the Pacific division thanks to hard work from Anze Kopitar, That 70s Line, and the resurgence of Dustin Brown. Kuemper also gets his first start while young guys are buzzing for their first goals. Around the league, things turn emotional in Tampa and Boston has a rookie to absolutely watch.
2017-10-1700 minThx Bud Podcast120: Even StevensSeason 5 is live! The LA Kings are back in action and off to a promising start under new head coach John Stevens. Jonathan Quick didn't get injured after game 1, Anze Kopitar has already scored multiple goals, and That '70s Line is here to dazzle us again. Chanelle Berlin and Diane Phan dive into what's changed, what's the same, and who has them the most excited as the NHL begins its new season with an absurd amount of goal-scoring.
2017-10-1100 minThx Bud Podcast119: Fire Sale!It’s officially the end of an era. The LA Kings fired Dean Lombardi and Darryl Sutter right after saying #ThankYouBob over the weekend to celebrate Bob Miller’s retirement. It’s going to be an offseason of many changes, folks.
2017-04-1100 minThx Bud Podcast118: Rest in Peace in PiecesThe LA Kings have officially been eliminated from the 2017 playoffs. Despite that, we look at some silver linings in the organization and a couple of in-game highlights worth smiling about. And at least the Kings didn't bungle this week as badly as Gary Bettman announcing the NHL won't participate in the 2018 Winter Olympics.
2017-04-0400 minThx Bud Podcast117: The Kings Are Actually SadThe Kings need to win a lot to make the playoffs. To help this, they are... losing. More. Great plan! Plus, we dive into USA Hockey vs. the women on the national team and look ahead to who we're supporting in the playoffs.
2017-03-2200 minThx Bud Podcast116: Time For Some Kings Game TheoryThe LA Kings’ loss to the Blues put them in more playoff danger. At least Adrian Kempe scored his first goal to bring some light to the past week! Meanwhile, the Calgary Flames can’t stop winning and the New Jersey Devils can’t stop taking Ls. Plus, we get to contemplate a future where PK Subban is the most handsome NHL commissioner ever.
2017-03-1500 minThx Bud Podcast115: Do Whatever You WantThe trade deadline has passed! The Kings made some unexpected moves, though one of them we all should have predicted. Meanwhile, Jonathan Quick has returned and is already hilariously confusing the new guys on the team.
2017-03-0700 minThx Bud Podcast114: Welcome Back to FiredtownRight after we talked about Claude Julien being fired, he got hired! But another guy was fired. In the west, the LA Kings came back from time off stale. At least Adrian Kempe's ridiculous and charming shenanigans have made their NHL debut. Plus, Henrik Zetterberg is thinking a lot about retirement and horses.
2017-02-2200 minThx Bud Podcast113: Get in Loser, We're Going GolfingThe LA Kings may be on a break, but we still have plenty to say! From Paul LaDue’s debut to Dustin Brown’s involvement in You Can Play — there’s a lot going on. Somehow it all devolves into us deciding which players we’d like to mistake us for Uber/Lyft drivers.
2017-02-1500 minThx Bud Podcast112: Activated From IRAaand we're back! After time away, we figure out what the heck has been up in hockey. We dig into highlights we missed, where the LA Kings are now, which teams are hot heading toward the trade deadline and which teams are surprisingly cold. Oh, and Chanelle makes amends with the Blue Jackets.
2017-02-0600 minThx Bud Podcast111: Death Eater Due DiligenceThe LA Kings are still more of a rollercoaster than a joyride. Oh, and a quick update: we're checking out for a while.
2016-11-1500 minThx Bud Podcast110: So, Not as Bad to the BoneTo celebrate franchise history, the LA Kings decided to get shut out three times in a row. Luckily fans didn't have to stay in the gutter. American hero Trevor Lewis reignited the offense, and somehow one of our Twitter followers predicted the whole thing. On the bright side, the Kings also didn't get shut out 10-0 last week like the Canadiens. It could always be worse, guys.
2016-11-0800 minThx Bud Podcast109: Injury Nightmare Before ChristmasHappy Halloween! More Kings players have sustained injuries and the team got shut out in back-to-back games. It's all tricks for Kings fans so far this year. Meanwhile, LA's locker room culture is changing, unlikely Canadian teams are doing far too well, and there's a player in the league writing stories for your kids.
2016-10-3100 minThx Bud Podcast108: Jonathan Bernier, Once and Future King?Wow! Wins! For the third year in a row, the LA Kings took three games to warm up and then earned some Ws. Tanner Pearson’s on fire, and Dustin Brown ruined the Canucks again. The biggest question is still what to do about the goaltending. Names are already circulating, including one familiar face and French-Canadian accent...
2016-10-2400 minThx Bud Podcast107: The Rise and Fall of Rowdy AmericansHockey is officially back, and the LA Kings are already making life difficult. (Yay! ...Wait.) Injuries to Jonathan Quick and Marian Gaborik coupled with poor performances in their first two games have fans getting nervous. Is a disastrous Greene-Forbort pairing really what people in LA have to look forward to this year?
Don't worry. Everyone can all console themselves with Auston Matthews highlights. Or maybe that's just what Chanelle and Diane are going to do.
2016-10-1700 minThx Bud Podcast106: Played Right Off the StageRemember when the Kings were in the playoffs? It was a brief, not very inspiring run. Chanelle and Diane wrap up a season that started high and ends with bizarre lows. And yet! Somehow! The Kings are still in the news for getting award nominations. There's still plenty of playoff hockey elsewhere too, luckily. Find out which teams get Thx Bud's west coast allegiance and which team just inspires an unexpected amount of guilt.
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Thx Bud Podcast106: Played Right Off the StageRemember when the Kings were in the playoffs? It was a brief, not very inspiring run. Chanelle and Diane wrap up a season that started high and ends with bizarre lows. And yet! Somehow! The Kings are still in the news for getting award nominations. There's still plenty of playoff hockey elsewhere too, luckily. Find out which teams get Thx Bud's west coast allegiance and which team just inspires an unexpected amount of guilt.
2016-05-021h 10Thx Bud Podcast105: Highlight Death Knell ScuderiKings vs Sharks, Game 4: Well, well, the Sharks have once again put the Kings' backs against the wall. Being down 3-1 in a playoff series isn't as dire as 3-0, but there's real cause for worry.
2016-04-2200 minThx Bud Podcast104: The Narrative Is Dead, Long Live The NarrativeKings vs Sharks, Game 2: Kings win 2-1 to make the series 2-1! Hope in Los Angeles. Cling to it. Protect it. Thank Dustin Brown and Tanner Pearson for reminding us what it's like to feel alive.
2016-04-1900 minThx Bud Podcast103: LA, You In Danger, BoysKings vs Sharks, Game 2: Well, that was uninspiring. The Kings dropping both games at home means everyone now has to worry about repeating 2014 with a less cool outcome. But, hey! At least they got Marian Gaborik back.
2016-04-1800 minThx Bud Podcast102: Not Great, BobKings vs Sharks: Game 1 of the 2016 Stanley Cup Playoffs was about weird bounces, special teams and one amazing Trevor Lewis shorthanded goal.
2016-04-1500 minThx Bud Podcast101: Playoff Deja VuPlayoffs are here! The LA Kings are playing the San Jose Sharks in the first round! Again. We grumble about how the season ended for LA, figure out what to expect from their first round series, and try to name the Kings' biggest challenge this postseason. Then we get bold and try to make picks for the rest of the NHL. SPOILER: Neither of us thinks the Washington Capitals are making it to the Final.
2016-04-1300 minThx Bud Podcast100: World Cup of Hockey Players Loving KopitarOne week 'til playoffs! The Kings have done a frustrating amount of losing lately, but there's still time to make Tyler Toffoli a 30-goal scorer. Anze Kopitar is already celebrating another 70-point season! We review the disappointments but find all of the silver linings. (NOTE: This was recorded before last night's games ended, so the Kings are no longer 1st in the Pacific for the moment.)
2016-04-0400 minThx Bud Podcast099: Back At It Again With The PlayoffsThe Kings are back in the playoffs!!! Now that the postseason is officially happening for LA, Chanelle and Diane focus on the milestones they want individuals Kings to hit before the regular season ends. (Toffoli! 30 goals! Please!) Plus, the nonsense to look forward to come mid-April and why Darryl Sutter made it weird with Dustin Brown and Anze Kopitar.
2016-03-2300 minThx Bud Podcast098: Deadline Dread DanceAs the trade deadline approaches, the Kings may either have to give up their best prospect or stand pat. A bunch of 2-1 games right before the cut off leaves them with an interesting dilemma. On the brightest side, Anze Kopitar is not injured long term. Hurray! Oh, and Jeff Carter is alive and scoring. ?
2016-02-2600 minThx Bud Podcast097: What Rhymes With Ovechkin?The Kings aren't totally skidding yet, but going 4-6-0 in their last 10 isn't inspiring either. Injuries to Jonathan Quick and Marian Gaborik caused some shakeup in the lineup, and Tyler Toffoli and Jeff Carter aren't scoring as much. Luckily, Anze Kopitar continues to dominate (hello, hat trick!) while Dustin Brown has been quietly collecting points! Besides, even when the Kings are slightly disappointing, there's enough gossip-y drama around the NHL to keep us entertained.
2016-02-1700 minThx Bud Podcast096: Willy Wonka and the Kings FactoryChanelle and Diane are back after a winter break! We catch up on the Kings' recent inconsistent play and what they may be looking for heading toward the trade deadline. We also take time to gush about top players on other teams, including Sidney Crosby's offensive outburst, the return of Connor McDavid and why Chanelle's salty about the rookie race.
2016-02-0800 minThx Bud Podcast095: Waiting at the Altar for AnzeAnze Kopitar has regained the scoring leads on the Kings! Tyler Toffoli has scored 20 goals! Jonathan Quick is an all star! Several Kings are killing it right now, and we just want to love on everyone. Now, if only Lombardi could get that deal done for LA's best center.
2016-01-1300 minThx Bud Podcast094: End of Year Cheer!After a short slip, the LA Kings are back on track! They've won three in a row and have a chance to close out the year strong. Tyler Toffoli gets his second career hat trick, Dustin Brown's picking up points now, and we've got a little more insight into what the Kings are rumored to be looking for on defense.
2015-12-3000 minThx Bud Podcast093: Pastries That Look Like Tyler Toffoli1-3-1 in their last five games? Yikes. The Kings are sliding at the end of December, but there's still a chance to finish 2015 off as heroes. That '70s Line has been reunited, Trevor Lewis is healthy, and we even have a new ideal worst cast scenario for Dustin Brown!
2015-12-2300 minThx Bud Podcast092: Expensive ShovingThough the Kings have finally lost in regulation again, they've still got a 9-point lead on second in the Pacific Division. Michael Mersch makes his NHL debut, Lewis and Clifford go on IR, and -- hey -- remember that one time Phil Kessel twirl tackled Anze Kopitar?
2015-12-1600 minThx Bud Podcast091: Crush GrooveThe Kings aren't just winning, they're creating significant separation between themselves and the rest of the Pacific Division. Chanelle and Diane are flying high on the smell of success. Anze Kopitar's still stellar, defensemen are scoring goals, and Jordan Weal finally gets to play in multiple games. Everything's coming up Thx Bud!
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Thx Bud Podcast091: Crush GrooveThe Kings aren't just winning, they're creating significant separation between themselves and the rest of the Pacific Division. Chanelle and Diane are flying high on the smell of success. Anze Kopitar's still stellar, defensemen are scoring goals, and Jordan Weal finally gets to play in multiple games. Everything's coming up Thx Bud!
2015-12-0849 minThx Bud Podcast090: A Little Drunk, A Little StrangeThe San Jose Sharks' six-game winning streak means they're now challenging the Kings for the top spot! Ahh, the return of California rivalry. LA's finishing up a road trip that has had its ups and bizarre own-goal downs. Meanwhile, the NHL prepares to switch up the All-Star Game format (3! on! 3!) and players will get more time off next season.
2015-11-2400 minThx Bud Podcast089: The Disappearing, Reappearing Nick ShoreAhh, the air continues to smell nice atop the Pacific Division. While other teams around the NHL are starting to express frustration, things are chill in LA. Meanwhile, what's up with Jonathan Quick's dark magic?
2015-11-1700 minThx Bud Podcast088: Grimm FairytalesThe LA Kings break their win streak but bounce back to lift the spirits quickly. Anze Kopitar may have been a casualty, joining a couple other players in a weird rash of big injuries hitting all at once. Meanwhile, more sad news about Mike Richards.
2015-11-0400 minThx Bud Podcast087: Unconditional CarterKings of the Pacific! After a rocky start, the LA Kings are now on a six-game win streak. Jonathan Quick has rebounded, including earning a shutout against the Hurricanes, and with the help of inconclusive video review, he's also done a number on new NHL phenom Connor McDavid. Meanwhile, Jeff Carter and Tyler Toffoli make us believe in magic.
2015-10-2800 minThx Bud Podcast086: That Winning FeelingFinally! Wins! The LA Kings managed to avoid starting the season with four straight losses, which would've set a franchise record, so Chanelle and Diane are celebrating. By the way, have you heard about Tyler Toffoli and Anze Kopitar?
2015-10-2100 minThx Bud Podcast085: Coldplay Party ThemeThis is definitely not the start to the season that anyone wanted from the LA Kings. At least they worked out a settlement with Mike Richards, and that was all good... until Dean Lombardi made it weird. AGAIN.
2015-10-1200 minThx Bud Podcast084: Junior Year MagicNew year, new Kings! Sort of. The Kings have seen a little more roster shake-up than fans are used to seeing the last few seasons. They're also trying to rebuild trust after a slew off-ice missteps. Chanelle and Diane are back to evaluate the fresh faces, dig into the questions we still haven't seen asked about off-ice initiatives, and get stoked for the regular season. Hockey's back!
2015-10-0600 minThx Bud Podcast083: Too Pressed To Be BlessedShana Naomi Krochmal joins Chanelle and Diane to help vent all frustrations with Dean Lombardi and the Kings organization for the 2014-15 season. But after knocking 'em down, it's still fun to bask in the reasons it seems worthwhile to continue to have hope for LA's team.
2015-06-2900 minThx Bud Podcast037: Kings vs Ducks - Game 3Diane calls from the road to talk about the end of the LA Kings' playoff win streak. Thursday night, the Kings lost 3-2 at home to the Anaheim Ducks. They won't sweep round two, but Chanelle and Diane still think they can win it.
2015-05-0900 minThx Bud Podcast082: Just Call It 'Trash Can'The King is dead! Long live the King! Despite earning the exact same record as 2011-12, the Kings miss the playoffs this year instead of sneaking in. Diane and Chanelle talk about why fans can still be excited, ponder that silly NY Post story, and then uncover which Kings player is secretly a superhero. Summer's here! But don't be sad.
2015-04-1300 minThx Bud Podcast081: DevastationThe Kings played two great games, taking full advantage of weaker teams the way they should have. With one week left in the NHL's regular season, we start to examine which players have been awesome in 2014-15 and look ahead to whether the Kings will be part of the postseason.
2015-04-0600 minThx Bud Podcast080: The UnicornA 3-2-0 record on their latest road trip means the Kings absolutely need to win most of their last six games. The week wasn't without highlights, though. Nick Shore scored his first NHL goal, Anze Kopitar hit 60 points, and Tyler Toffoli did what he does best when shorthanded. Also, some top prospects in this year's draft compare themselves to Kings players!
2015-03-3100 minThx Bud Podcast079: Hello, Jeff Carter's Old FriendHe's baaaaaack. Mike Richards returns from the AHL, and the Kings promptly win a game. (These two things may not actually be related.) Andrej Sekera scores his first as a King, Anze Kopitar makes dominance look easy, and Tyler Toffoli reaches his terrible twos.
2015-03-2400 minThx Bud Podcast078: Cute Mischief AbilitiesEnding the week with a loss that put the Kings back outside of the playoff picture seemed to sour what was really a fine week. The Kings are only a couple points away from jumping back into the Pacific Division's top three. Highlights last week included: a new Kopitar is born! Brayden McNabb's growing confidence! Oh, and Tyler Toffoli scored 20 goals and is a Pokemon.
2015-03-1600 minThx Bud Podcast077: Finding Some Chill With Darryl SutterNot a perfect week from the Kings, but they earned a majority of possible points. Diane and Chanelle praise the biggest producers and lament the week's lows. Plus, Pearson and Martinez have starting doing light skating, Darryl Sutter drops some knowledge, and learning which Kings skater could be an emergency goaltender.
2015-03-0900 minThx Bud Podcast076: Losing Actually Is An OptionAfter an amazing 8-game win streak, the Kings have gone a little cold. Three straight losses puts them outside of the playoff picture again, but the week wasn't without its highlights. Lombardi re-signed depth players and then traded for defenseman Andrej Sekera!
2015-03-0200 minThx Bud Podcast075: Here Come the KingsWinning seven games in a row doesn't make us feel too cocky just yet, but it's been on hell of a ride. Diane and Chanelle bask in that successful feeling, dig into what's most devastating about first star of the week Jonathan Quick, and discuss how important depth scoring is in the push to the playoffs.
2015-02-2400 minThx Bud Podcast074: Second Star to the Right-WingAwwwww, yeah, the Kings have gotten back to wining lately. Chanelle and Diane are also excited about Tyler Toffoli's first NHL hat trick, love on Trevor Lewis setting a new goals record for himself, and give some praise to Dwight King's career-best streak. Plus, trade rumors involving LA trying to get Andrej Sekera.
2015-02-1600 minThx Bud Podcast073: Managing ExpectationsThe Kings have one of the worst records in the Western Conference. Chanelle and Diane do everything they can to mostly not talk about that, including focusing on the struggles of the Toronto Maple Leafs and the drama surrounding the Winnipeg Jets.
2015-02-0900 minThx Bud Podcast072: Skinsuit vs EyelinerA regular season win versus Chicago felt so good to see, but the Kings still can't put together a win streak. Instead of focusing on that too much, we decide to look into Mike Richards' future, foretelling how he'll make his return to Los Angeles as an unexpected champion.
2015-02-0200 minThx Bud Podcast071: Designers, Make It WorkIt turns out that the LA Kings couldn't overcome their usual winter slump. Chanelle and Diane sound off on some frustrations. The good news is that Anze Kopitar is still everything we could ever want in a hockey player. Plus, Nick Shore makes his NHL debut, Rob Blake's jersey retirement gives fans emotions, and by the way, people are still talking about trading Mike Richards.
2015-01-1900 minThx Bud Podcast070: Final Destination, All-Star GameIt was the best of times. It was the worst of times. Of course, Chanelle and Diane mean Kings players being selected for the 2015 All-Star Game and then somehow getting hurt one-by-one. Plus, Martin Jones earns his 7th career shutout, meaning the Kings have actually won another game instead of losing in overtime! Huzzah.
2015-01-1300 minThx Bud Podcast069: Classic Bodyswap MovieHappy new year! It's been two weeks, but Chanelle and Diane are back to revel in the always inexplicable regular season on-ice shenanigans from the LA Kings. Despite outplaying everyone these days, they're still not putting together a win streak. And what the hell was that 7-6 game against Nashville? Whoa.
2015-01-0500 minThx Bud Podcast068: Return of the KingsThe JAM line? The 100 line? No matter what people want to call them, Jeff Carter, Marian Gaborik, and Anze Kopitar have been on fire the last few days. Chanelle and Diane bask in Kopitar's return to glory, laugh at Martin Brodeur, and then celebrate another Sutter anniversary.
2014-12-2200 minThx Bud Podcast067: Justin Williams Still Regularly Gets ItThough the Kings haven't been getting the results that they want lately, Chanelle and Diane dig into the details and cherish the positive trends. Justin Williams is playing like he wants to re-sign, Jake Muzzin keeps hopes high, and finally, finally rooting hard for Trevor Lewis is paying off in some numbers.
2014-12-1600 minThx Bud Podcast066: Martin Jones vs the Sorting HatThe Kings are hitting the road and looking good doing it. Chanelle and Diane bask in the Kings' underlying numbers moving on up plus reflect on awesome efforts by Martin Jones, Dustin Brown, and Mike Richards last week. There's also always time to make fun of the San Jose Sharks.
2014-12-0900 minThx Bud Podcast065: Do A Barrel Roll!Not the best Kings week on ice and not the worst, but Chanelle and Diane try to pick out all the most promising parts. Also, who cares about in-game rules changes when the NHL could be focusing on fun things like getting players a team-wide intercom system?
2014-12-0100 minThx Bud Podcast064: A Guide To Recognizing Your Kings**CORRECTION: We accidentally call Filip Forsberg, and he's definitely not. Sorry, rookie!**
ESPN rankings are finally out! An almost surprising number of Kings get recognition. Also, despite a 5-4 loss to the Dallas Stars on Saturday, the Kings seem to finally be finding a groove and turning around their possession performance.
2014-11-2400 minThx Bud Podcast063: Control Your ThirstThe LA Kings' play continues to be up and down, but at least this week brought goals from Anze Kopitar, Marian Gaborik, Trevor Lewis, and another shorty for Tyler Toffoli. That guy can't be stopped! Chanelle and Diane also give props to Jarret Stoll against the Ducks' and question Wayne Gretzky saying Kopitar is third best in the league. Plus, some brief updates on Slava Voynov.
2014-11-1600 minThx Bud Podcast062: Snack Times with Mike RichardsIs it panic time yet? Chanelle and Diane debate whether it's time to start thinking about making roster changes, get into the importance of Mike Richards' candy addiction, how to make ads on jerseys work, discuss NHL team surprises so far, and revisit Bernier vs Quick.
2014-11-0900 minThx Bud Podcast061: Messiah FlowA slump? Already? Sort of. The Kings have gone 0-4 on their road trip thanks to uncharacteristic play. Jordan Nolan also decided to get suspended. On the bride side, both Anze Kopitar and Marian Gaborik are back and looking real good.
2014-11-0300 minThx Bud Podcast060: Love Songs About Tanner PearsonThe LA Kings have won every game they've played this week, closing out their home stand 6-0. Diane and Chanelle are still praising the magic of Tanner Pearson, Jeff Carter, Tyler Toffoli, and Jonathan Quick. It also doesn't hurt that the whole team's getting their possession game together finally. Oh, then it's time to get weird and talk about being adopted by Kings players.
2014-10-2700 minThx Bud Podcast059: Slava Voynov and Domestic ViolenceTRIGGER WARNING: This entire episode discussess domestic violence and includes both the police statement on the details of the Voynov case so far as well as a brief personal account of experience of family violence. Like all of Kings and NHL fandom, we’ve followed the news today and wanted to talk acknowledge and talk about domestic violence both in US sports and globally.
If you or someone you know is suffering from domestic violence, call the National Domestic Violence Hotline at 1−800−799−7233 or TTY 1−800−787−3224. Counselors are also available to chat via thehotline.org. Safety Alert: Computer use can be monitored and is impossi...
2014-10-2100 minThx Bud Podcast058: Dream LombardiWins! The Kings have accomplished some wins, even though a lot of their play is still looking pretty rough. Chanelle and Diane celebrate the bright spots, question the power play, and then cheer about Lombardi bagging Jake Muzzin for 5 more years.
2014-10-1900 minThx Bud Podcast057: False StartSame old LA Kings doing the same old things. After a heart-warming banner ceremony to celebrate being the 2014 Stanley Cup Champions one final time, the Kings got off to a lackluster start to their season. Chanelle and Diane wallow in the good and the annoying, and then take time to show love to former Kings-related players around the league, including Panthers captain Willie Mitchell and Toronto Maple Leafs rookie Brandon Kozun.
2014-10-1200 minThx Bud Podcast056: The New HotnessDiane and Chanelle are back from Frozen Fury and ready to talk about the new LA Kings season! After going 5-0-2 in preseason games, the team looks ready to take on the Western Conference much healthier than a lot of other teams. Chanelle and Diane run through who's hurt (guys like Jordan Staal) and who's looking good (Jamie Benn), laugh at the Sharks, and determine how the Kings stack up against competition.
NOTE: Diane's mic is a little wonky to start, but that gets corrected about 4 minutes in.
2014-10-0600 minThx Bud Podcast055: AEG Lost Our ResumesSummer's almost over! And instead of starting up with regular episodes, Chanelle and Diane reunite for a late summer catch-up session before things get crazy in October.
Anze Kopitar and Drew Doughty have been getting a lot of praise around the league for their work last season, and Jake Muzzin's still generating some buzz, too. Yet, Mike Richards remains the King under the most pressure heading into 2014-15. If he stays in a bottom six role, can a prospect like Andy Andreoff really crack the lineup this year? Oh, and the rapid disappearance of hockey bloggers was the most unexpected...
2014-09-0600 minThx Bud Podcast054: The Kings of SummerWe're closing in on a month since the LA Kings became the 2014 Stanley Cup Champions. Since then, the NHL Entry Draft has come and gone. Teams have also snatched up free agents. Chanelle and Diane check in on a hot desert day to talk losing Willie Mitchell and Linden Vey, signing Marian Gaborik and Matt Greene, and reveal how the Kings scored on the New York Rangers one more time. Plus, with the playoffs over, they have more time to praise great moves by other teams and laugh at the Washington Capitals.
2014-07-0700 minThx Bud Podcast053: Stanley Cup Final - Game 52014 Stanley Cup Champions!! It took 26 postseason games, but the LA Kings have survived the two-month battle. Martinez scores the game-winner in double overtime, defeating the New York Rangers and earning Los Angeles their second Cup in three seasons. It's good to a King. Chanelle and Diane celebrate the win, the season, and wax all kinds of affectionate about the team and fellows fans. KINGS WIN.
2014-06-1400 minThx Bud Podcast052: Stanley Cup Final - Game 4Womp, womp -- not a sweep. The LA Kings outshoot the New York Rangers 41-19, but Lundqvist decides to take his turn to steal a game, keeping the Rangers hopes alive. Back to LA for Game 5 everybody goes.
2014-06-1200 minThx Bud Podcast051: Stanley Cup Final - Game 3One! Win! Away! The LA Kings beat the New York Rangers to take a 3-0 series lead, this time on the back of goaltender Jonathan Quick. Rangers skaters outshot the Kings, but Quick shut the door. Kyle Clifford picked up his third point of the series, and Mike Richards even found the back of the net. Nothing but happiness from Chanelle and Diane.
2014-06-1000 minThx Bud Podcast050: Stanley Cup Final - Game 2LA Kings win, 5-4 in double overtime! They take a 2-0 series lead against the New York Rangers. This game had a little of everything: another comeback, some goal controversy, some big saves, and of course, just over 30 extra minutes of playing time. Chanelle and Diane talk about the effectiveness of Ryan McDonagh vs Anton Stralman, Jeff Carter's defensive game, goaltender interference, and whether the Kings should be worried about not earning any regulation leads.
2014-06-0900 minThx Bud Podcast049: Stanley Cup Final - Game 1So it begins! The LA Kings take the first game against the New York Rangers and give themselves a 1-0 series lead in the Stanley Cup Final. Kyle Clifford finally, surprisingly, manages to finish on a scoring opportunity, and then Mr. Game 7 pulls out a little magic early.
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2014-05-1718 minThx Bud Podcast001: The Frozen Fury HangoverIn the very first (and very informal) episode of “Thx Bud,” we dig into our first-timers’ experience at Frozen Fury XV, how the Kings look heading into the regular season, and why we both might have to stop hating on Jordan Nolan for the time being.
You can tell we’re still working out the kinks of this whole thing, because one of us can’t stop fidgeting with the microphone and we didn’t even talk about the best thing about Frozen Fury — that one picture of Daryl Evans getting spanked.
2013-09-2900 min
Thx Bud Podcast001: The Frozen Fury HangoverIn the very first (and very informal) episode of “Thx Bud,” we dig into our first-timers’ experience at Frozen Fury XV, how the Kings look heading into the regular season, and why we both might have to stop hating on Jordan Nolan for the time being.
You can tell we’re still working out the kinks of this whole thing, because one of us can’t stop fidgeting with the microphone and we didn’t even talk about the best thing about Frozen Fury — that one picture of Daryl Evans getting spanked.
2013-09-2926 min