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On The Sly w/ Jim Fox | LA Kings

46 episodes - English - Latest episode: almost 2 years ago - ★★★★★ - 42 ratings

Join Jim Fox as he dives deep into the NHL to share his thoughts on the Kings, hockey culture, broadcast journalism, life away from the rink and everything between.

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Episodes

On The Sly On The Playoffs

May 26, 2022 12:00 - 57 minutes - 65.3 MB

Jim Fox reflects back on the LA Kings first round playoff series against Connor McDavid and the Edmonton Oilers and gives his thoughts on the ongoing Stanley Cup Playoffs. The veteran broadcaster also weighs in on officiating and the impressive exploits of the Tampa Bay Lightning.

Eastern Conference Playoff Primer

April 24, 2022 12:00 - 45 minutes - 41.8 MB

The NHL playoffs are almost upon us but the top 8 teams in the Eastern Conference have been known for months. LA Kings broadcaster Jim Fox takes a look at the biggest questions looming for the contenders in the East on the latest episode of On The Sly.

GM Meetings Reaction

April 07, 2022 12:00 - 1 hour - 56.3 MB

Jim Fox weighs in on the latest news coming out of the NHL's annual GMs meetings. The meetings were held in in person for the first time in two years in Florida. As a former player and active NHL broadcaster, Jim Fox reveals details about the game and the league that shed light on some of the biggest issues in the game today.

How Players See The Trade Deadline

March 13, 2022 12:00 - 36 minutes - 33.4 MB

The NHL Trade Deadline is right around the corner! Every fan base and media outlet is talking about buyers and sellers but it's rare that anyone focuses on the mental toll the trade deadline can exact on the players. Jim Fox shares his memories of trade deadlines past and talks about the ever changing attitude of hockey executives towards one of the most exciting days of the season. Jim also walks us through a moment he considers the biggest "faux pas" of his broadcasting career.

International Hockey Memories (Part 1)

February 17, 2022 13:00 - 46 minutes - 42.9 MB

Jim Fox briefly joined the Peterborough Petes in Helsinki to represent Canada at the 1980 World Junior Championships. Fox shares his memories of the unusual event and the talented opponents he faced with Rob Brender in a fascinating look back into hockey history.

Half Season Report Card

February 03, 2022 13:00 - 48 minutes - 44.7 MB

Jim Fox takes a look at the first half of the NHL season as the league pauses for the 2022 NHL All-Star break. Who has been the most surprising team and which team has been the biggest disappointment? Who are the MVPs and who are the rookies of the year? How have the Kings measured up to preseason expectations? Jim Fox has the answers to those questions and more on this episode of On The Sly!

Hockey vs The Media

January 20, 2022 13:00 - 31 minutes - 28.9 MB

Jim Fox has experienced the media vs hockey player relationship from both sides of the ice! In this episode of On The Sly, the LA Kings broadcaster shares his thoughts about the latest scuffle between an NHL player and a beat writer, this time in Edmonton. Jim Matheson and Leon Draisaitl had an awkward interaction that may have more to do with the format than the individuals!

Tortorella vs Zegras & What's "Good For The Game"

December 16, 2021 13:00 - 43 minutes - 39.8 MB

Jim Fox weighs in on the goal that turned the hockey world on its head. Trevor Zegras flipped the puck over the net and Sonny Milano knocked it out of mid air to score a never before seen goal against the Buffalo Sabres. Most fans and commentators raved about the goal but John Tortorella suggested it might not be "good for the game". Jim Fox and Rob Brender break down Tortorella's comments in the latest episode of On The Sly.

The Impact Of Teammates

December 07, 2021 13:00 - 40 minutes - 36.7 MB

LA Kings broadcaster Jim Fox returns for another episode of On The Sly. Fox finds parallels between Brendan Lemieux and Marty McSorely as he and Rob Brender break down some of the bigger stories from recent LA Kings headlines.

The Kick Rule, Missing Stars & Coaching Decisions

November 23, 2021 13:00 - 44 minutes - 40.6 MB

In the first full episode of On The Sly, Jim Fox takes a look at the ever changing definition of "a distinct kicking motion". Fox also discusses the challenges and opportunities a team faces when a star is out of the lineup. Finally, Rob Brender asks Jim to evaluate a disappointing situation for a young player in Minnesota.

On The Sly

November 03, 2021 12:00 - 11 minutes - 10.5 MB

The LA Kings are proud to present On The Sly w/ Jim Fox. Rob Brender will join Jim Fox as they dive deep into the world of organized hockey to share Jim's thoughts and experiences from his time in the NHL, as a broadcaster and everything in between.

Playoff Preview and Post Season Awards

May 14, 2021 19:24 - 1 hour - 69.5 MB

Jim Fox and Alex Faust take a look at the playoff teams at the conclusion of the 2021 NHL Season. Our broadcasting duo also discuss leading candidates for post season awards. Jim Fox also makes his argument for separating the awards by division due to the temporary divisional format used during the 2021 season.

Revisiting Preseason Predictions

May 01, 2021 00:25 - 58 minutes - 53.6 MB

With the end of the season nearing, our broadcasting duo revisit their preseason predictions. How did the schedule impact the season? What new players made the biggest impact? Jim Fox and Alex Faust take a look back at the 2021 season and what they thought might happen then open up the listener mailbag. Never miss an episode by subscribing today at LAKings.com/podcast.

Peter Millar

April 23, 2021 21:18 - 1 hour - 66.1 MB

Fox & Faust are back and there's plenty to talk about. Our broadcasting duo break down the trade deadline and its impact on the competitive balance of the NHL. Jim and Alex also take a moment to acknowledge Patrick Marleau's recent achievement. Finally, former (1989-2006) LA Kings Equipment Manager Peter Millar talks about the evolution of hockey equipment, his career path through the hockey world and his long standing connection with the Fox family. Never miss an episode by subscribing to...

Mike Murphy (Part 2)

April 03, 2021 17:17 - 1 hour - 59.9 MB

Jim Fox returns to the podcast and addresses the recent controversy involving NHL refs that Alex Faust and Deputy Commissioner Bill Daly touched on in the previous episode. The Kings broadcasters also anticipate what the trade deadline might look like as a result of the lifting of some quarantine restrictions as well as the reality of the flat cap and Jim has some suggestions for post-season award balloting. Finally, former captain of the LA Kings, Mike Murphy talks about his time as a King, ...

Bill Daly

March 29, 2021 18:12 - 17 minutes - 16.1 MB

Bill Daly joins Alex Faust for a conversation about the current state of the NHL. The NHL deputy commissioner updates Faust on next seasons schedule, the recent reffing controversy and the status of fans returning to NHL arenas. Never miss an episode by subscribing today at LAKings.com/podcast.

Mike Murphy (Part 1)

March 17, 2021 18:09 - 52 minutes - 48.2 MB

In the first part of a two part conversation, former Kings captain and current Senior Vice President of Hockey Operations, Mike Murphy joins Jim Fox and Alex Faust for an inside look at the NHL situation room. Murphy reveals the origins of a number of mechanisms the NHL has for "getting it right" and discusses some of the philosophy behind the leagues current structure. Part two will focus on Murphy's tenure as captain of the LA Kings and will be available next week. Never miss an episode by...

Feat. Garry Galley, Darryl Sutter memories & listener mailbag

March 12, 2021 14:00 - 1 hour - 73.2 MB

Darryl Sutter is back in the NHL, power plays are more potent than ever and the women's game is making strides. Jim Fox and Alex Faust muse about the return of one of hockey's most enigmatic personalities behind the bench (00:25), examine the status of professional women's hockey (19:55) and theorize about the sudden surge of power play goals across the league (36:40). Former King Garry Galley joins Jim for a one-on-one conversation (44:35) about Tom Wilson, hitting in the modern game and ...

Rob Blake

February 24, 2021 15:21 - 52 minutes - 48.3 MB

General Manager Rob Blake joins Jim Fox and Alex Faust for an incredibly revealing discussion about the current state of the LA Kings. The Hall of Famer addresses the current roster, the prospects and details of the organization that even the our broadcasters were unaware of. After talking to the GM, our broadcasting duo also address the NHL Outdoor Games in Lake Tahoe, more drama in New York and Ken Dryden's call to expand the nets. Never miss an episode by subscribing today at LAKings.com...

Feat. Ray Ferraro, Mystery Alaska memories & more fan mailbag

February 20, 2021 22:37 - 1 hour - 56.8 MB

Jim Fox and Alex Faust explore possible explanations for teams strong play coming out of extended Covid-19 shutdowns and the importance of rest on the mind and body. Then Alex leads Jim on a trip down memory lane as they discuss Jim's participation in the 1999 film Mystery, Alaska. Ray Ferraro weighs in on his thoughts about the modern game and his memories of 2012 and our broadcasting duo revisits the fan mailbag. Never miss an episode by subscribing today at LAKings.com/podcast

Feat. Kelly Hrudey & Fan Mailbag

February 05, 2021 15:53 - 58 minutes - 53.5 MB

Alex Faust and Jim Fox address the growing impact Covid-19 is having on the 2021 NHL season. From Vegas to New Jersey more and more games are being postponed and new protocols are being enacted. The broadcasting duo also takes a look at the situation in New York as they muse about locker room chemistry and the avenues for change the modern player has available to them. Former LA Kings netminder Kelly Hrudey hops on for a quick conversation with Jim about the current state of goaltending aroun...

On Road Trips in 2021 w/ Trevor Moore

January 29, 2021 19:04 - 59 minutes - 54.4 MB

The 2021 NHL Season will be unlike any before it and with any luck unlike any that follows. New restrictions on socializing and travel are designed to ensure the safety of the players and staff and even in flight behavior has been impacted. Trevor Moore joins Jim Fox and Alex Faust from Minnesota to talk about the challenges of playing amidst the new protocols as well as his path from Southern California to the NHL. Jim and Alex also take a look around the league and touch on some of the majo...

On The New Normal

January 21, 2021 09:03 - 1 hour - 59.6 MB

The LA Kings are back on the ice and Jim and Alex are back on the air. In this episode of Fox & Faust, the Kings broadcasters talk about the new game day routine in and outside of STAPLES Center. Despite a lack of fans, shifting rosters and unfortunate postponements, the 2021 NHL is underway and some of the changes implemented this season may extend to seasons beyond. Fox and Faust explore the current state of the league early in the 2021 season and revisit the fan mailbag for the first time...

On A Brand New Season

January 09, 2021 14:11 - 1 hour - 67.7 MB

Fox and Faust is back for the start of the 2021 LA Kings Season! Jim Fox and Alex Faust share their thoughts on everything from the Stanley Cup Final to the newly formed Western Division to kick off a brand new season. Will Drew Doughty return to form? Will the Kings make the playoffs? Listen to find out the answers to these questions and more! Never miss an episode by subscribing today at LAKings.com/podcast.

On The End Of A Season

June 12, 2020 23:14 - 1 hour - 65 MB

The NHL is entering phase three of the Return To Play plan but the season is over for the LA Kings. Jim Fox and Alex Faust reflect back on tumultuous season for the LA Kings and look forward to the qualifying rounds of the NHL's return to play plan. The pair of broadcasters also open the mailbag one last time this season and thank all of you for your continued support. To hear other podcasts from the LAKings, visit LAKings.com/podcast.

On A Possible Return To Play w/ Kings COO, Kelly Cheeseman

May 22, 2020 15:01 - 59 minutes - 54.1 MB

With the NHL exploring options for a return to action, Jim Fox and Alex Faust spoke with LA Kings COO, Kelly Cheeseman. The Kings broadcasters had plenty of questions for the executive and the conversation covered a wide array of topics. The Kings are in constant communication with local governments, league executives and player representatives as well as season ticket holders and media rights holders to ensure that when the Kings ultimately return to the ice it will be done as safely and suc...

On The Past, Present and Future of Hockey

May 07, 2020 09:12 - 1 hour - 61.7 MB

The NHL is facing a number of difficult questions regarding it's postponed season. Jim Fox and Alex Faust attempt to make sense of the complicated issues surrounding the possibility of a June draft, a new salary cap and trades completed before the shutdown. The broadcasting duo also wonder which hockey teams of the past would make the most compelling documentary and look to other sports for inspiration moving forward. Never miss an episode by subscribing to the podcast at LAKings.com/podcast

On The Suspended Season, Drew Doughty's Comments & The Listener Mailbag

April 25, 2020 22:18 - 1 hour - 61.7 MB

Jim Fox and Alex Faust tackle a number of issues the NHL is facing as a result of the postponed 2019-20 season. The pair of broadcasters discuss a few of Drew Doughty's comments to the media, the salary cap, the NHLPA and a host of other complicating matters before returning to the listener mailbag. Never miss an episode by subscribing at LAKings.com/podcast

On Top Kings Prospects, World Juniors & The 2020 Draft (w/ Mark Masters)

April 09, 2020 14:43 - 1 hour - 62.5 MB

This is the time of year when the hockey world usually is buzzing about playoff matchups and draft prospects and the Fox & Faust Podcast is no different. Our broadcasting duo was joined by TSN's Mark Masters in March to talk about the top Kings prospects and the upcoming 2020 NHL Draft and we bring you that conversation now. After hearing from Mark, Jim & Alex go back to the mailbag and answer some listener questions. Never miss an episode by subscribing today @ LAKings.com/podcast

On The '93 Campbell Conference Final, More Postseason Awards & Mailbag Questions

April 02, 2020 14:00 - 51 minutes - 46.9 MB

Jim Fox and Alex Faust take a break from the New York Times Sunday Crossword puzzle to bring you another episode of Fox & Faust! The Kings broadcasting team finish handing out their postseason awards then take a look back at the recently re-aired 1993 Campbell Conference Final between the LA Kings and the Toronto Maple Leafs. As if that wasn't enough show, Alex opens up the listener mailbag too! Never miss an episode by subscribing at LAKings.com/podcast

On The 2014 WCF, Top 5 TV Shows & Post Season Awards

March 26, 2020 14:09 - 56 minutes - 52 MB

Jim Fox and Alex Faust share their Top 5 All Time TV Shows on a new episode of Fox and Faust. The pair also revisit the 2014 Western Conference Finals between the LA Kings and Chicago Blackhawks and hand out some post-some awards before getting into the listener mailbag. To stream or subscribe visit the Fox & Faust archive at LAKings.com/podcast.

On Postponed Games & Possible Outcomes

March 20, 2020 14:23 - 38 minutes - 34.8 MB

Jim Fox and Alex Faust are back! The broadcasting duo share their experiences from last weeks game against the Ottawa Senators and compare notes on how to pass the time with the season postponed. Never miss an episode by subscribing at LAKings.com/podcast

Listener Mailbag

March 07, 2020 11:51 - 52 minutes - 47.7 MB

Jim Fox and Alex Faust have devoted an entire episode to the mailbag. From books to makeup to their spectacular hair, our broadcasting duo take you behind the scenes and answer all your questions.

On Deadlines, EBUGs & Miracles

February 26, 2020 06:18 - 48 minutes - 44.8 MB

There were a record 32 trades completed at the NHL Trade Deadline and it might not have been the most interesting story of the past week. Jim Fox and Alex Faust are back for another episode to explore the new terrain of the post-deadline NHL. The pair weigh in on the growing debate about whether the EBUG (Emergency Back Up Goalie) rule is the best or worst thing in hockey. The 40th Anniversary of the Miracle On Ice is also a topic of conversation and our broadcasters take a trip to the twitte...

On Trade Deadlines and Media Confrontations

February 12, 2020 15:50 - 46 minutes - 42.2 MB

In the aftermath of the Kyle Clifford trade and with the NHL Trade Deadline looming, Alex Faust and Jim Fox explore the challenges of a last place team expecting to lose more players. The pair also address the delicate balance hockey journalists have to strike between earnest criticism and maintaining healthy relationships with players and management. The subject of Olympic participation returns as does the mailbag,

On Coaching Changes, The Battle of Alberta & "The Code"

January 18, 2020 09:02 - 30 minutes - 28 MB

Alex Faust and Jim Fox try to make sense of a league turned upside down. Coaching turnover, divisional rivalries and players openly questioning the Department of Player Safety. Our broadcasting duo tackle all the big questions and then answer some from the fans!

On International Hockey, All-Star Games & Saluting The Fans

January 09, 2020 12:09 - 46 minutes - 42.9 MB

It's a New Year and a new episode, Jim Fox and Alex Faust are back! In this episode the broadcasting duo dig into the history and the current state of international hockey. They also explore options for improving the All-Star Game as well as answer questions from the fans.

On Missed Calls and Offside Review

December 15, 2019 19:18 - 47 minutes - 43.5 MB

Jim Fox and Alex Faust discuss the finer points of NHL policy including how the league chooses to mete out punishment for dangerous checks and the offside review process. Then it's time to satisfy the curiosity of some listeners as the pair answer questions from the fans.

On Hockey Culture & The Future Of Coaching

December 04, 2019 09:41 - 28 minutes - 25.7 MB

Alex Faust and Jim Fox share their perspectives on the multiple stories unfolding involving alleged improper behavior by well known coaches.

On Coaches, Suspensions & Stuffing

November 27, 2019 13:10 - 56 minutes - 51.3 MB

Alex Faust and Jim Fox navigate a controversial week in the hockey world.

On Kovalchuk, Underdogs & More

November 21, 2019 00:40 - 54 minutes - 50.2 MB

Alex Faust and Jim Fox open the episode by sharing their thoughts on the Kovalchuk rumors that popped up last week. Then Alex asks why Jim prefers rooting for the favorite over an underdog. The pair also dive into some of the biggest stories from around the league. Stream or subscribe today at LAKings.com/podcast.

Fox & Faust on Kovalchuk, Underdogs & More

November 21, 2019 00:40 - 54 minutes - 50.2 MB

Alex Faust and Jim Fox open the episode by sharing their thoughts on the Kovalchuk rumors that popped up last week. Then Alex asks why Jim prefers rooting for the favorite over an underdog. The pair also dive into some of the biggest stories from around the league. Stream or subscribe today at LAKings.com/podcast.

On Broadcasting w/ Kelly Hrudey & Ray Ferraro

November 09, 2019 12:36 - 23 minutes - 21.6 MB

With the LA Kings on a Canadian road trip, Alex Faust shares his conversations with Kelly Hrudey and Ray Ferraro. The pair of former Kings explain how they went from playing in the NHL to calling the games on television. Then Jim Fox joins Alex to share his own perspective on transitioning from a player to a broadcaster.

O Canada w/ Kelly Hrudey & Ray Ferraro

November 09, 2019 12:36 - 23 minutes - 21.6 MB

With the LA Kings on a Canadian road trip, Alex Faust shares his conversations with Kelly Hrudey and Ray Ferraro. The pair of former Kings explain how they went from playing in the NHL to calling the games on television. Then Jim Fox joins Alex to share his own perspective on transitioning from a player to a broadcaster.

Coaches Say The Darndest Things

October 30, 2019 07:05 - 56 minutes - 51.7 MB

The LA Kings broadcast team of Alex Faust and Jim Fox share their thoughts on a multitude of subjects. How hard is the travel of an NHL schedule? Are coaches helping when they go to the media? What's the ice cream like at STAPLES Center? The answer to these burning questions and more on the latest episode of Fox & Faust The Podcast!

Pilot

October 19, 2019 00:20 - 38 minutes - 35 MB

The First episode of Fox & Faust as heard on All The Kings Men