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Hockey Press Pass

By: Chris Botta
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  • Hosted by longtime NHL and NWHL PR executive and New York Times Hockey writer Chris Botta, the Hockey Press Pass Podcast shines a light on the hockey media like never before. Each week, Chris speaks with leading broadcasters, writers and executives around the NHL and all areas of hockey. We will learn about how they got here, their process, their triumphs and challenges. And every so often at the end of the show, Chris shares some of his experiences as Communications VP of the New York Islanders, and from his days and nights on the hockey beat. Whether you’re a dedicated and knowledgeable fan, interested in a career in sports or even just in what goes on behind the curtain, Hockey Press Pass is for you. Presented by InStat Hockey.
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Episodes
  • The Season One Finale with John Buccigross of the NHL on ESPN

    The Season One Finale with John Buccigross of the NHL on ESPN
    Apr 6 2022

    For the Season One finale of Hockey Press Pass, we were proud to be joined by John Buccigross for this discussion on the NHL's return to ESPN, his approach to play-by-play, the work of colleagues John Tortorella, A.J. Mleczko Griswold, Kevin Weekes and Ryan Callahan, the next steps for women's hockey, his approach to nutrition, and so much more. On behalf of the Hockey Press Pass and Islanders Forecheck team, thanks to all of our guests this season and also to the listeners for the fantastic response to the show. We'll see you down the road.

    Host: Chris Botta

    Executive Producer: Dani Rylan Kearney

    Guest Producer: Lou Pellegrino

    Producer: Pat Boyle

    Presented by: HelloFresh, InStat Hockey, Main Street Board Game Café in Huntington Village

    Go to HelloFresh.com/presspass16 and use code: presspass16 for up to 16 free meals AND 3 free gifts!
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    30 mins
  • Ex-NHL Referee Tim Peel on Accountability, the Dangers of the Job, State of Officiating, What to Expect in the Playoffs, and Potential for Historic Hires Next Season

    Ex-NHL Referee Tim Peel on Accountability, the Dangers of the Job, State of Officiating, What to Expect in the Playoffs, and Potential for Historic Hires Next Season
    Apr 4 2022

    Should referees be made available to answer questions from reporters after controversial calls? How have the refs enforced the new standard for crosschecking? What should fans expect from the refs in the upcoming playoffs? Will the success of female officials in the AHL this season result in history being made in the NHL in 2022-23? Former NHL ref turned Daily Faceoff rules analyst Tim Peel tackles every question, tells us about his love of the job, favorite colleagues, and advice to officiating prospects, and surprises us with a revelation about his childhood in this candid conversation.

    Host: Chris Botta

    Executive Producer: Dani Rylan Kearney

    Guest Producer: Lou Pellegrino

    Producer: Pat Boyle

    Presented by: HelloFresh, InStat Hockey, Main Street Board Game Café in Huntington Village

    Go to HelloFresh.com/presspass16 and use code: presspass16 for up to 16 free meals AND 3 free gifts!
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    37 mins
  • Your Questions, Part 2: On Garth Snow, Women's Hockey, the Gluckstern-Milstein Era and Budget Cuts, Favorite Players, and More

    Your Questions, Part 2: On Garth Snow, Women's Hockey, the Gluckstern-Milstein Era and Budget Cuts, Favorite Players, and More
    Apr 1 2022

    This episode is the finale of a two-parter in which Chris answers some of the questions you've sent during the season about his time in the media and as a PR executive with the Islanders and in the National Women's Hockey League.

    Host: Chris Botta

    Executive Producer: Dani Rylan Kearney

    Guest Producer/co-host: Lou Pellegrino

    Producer: Pat Boyle

    Presented by: HelloFresh, InStat Hockey, Main Street Board Game Café in Huntington Village

    Go to HelloFresh.com/presspass16 and use code: presspass16 for up to 16 free meals AND 3 free gifts!
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    58 mins
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