Hockey Unfiltered With Todd Lewis
55 episodes - English - Latest episode: almost 4 years ago - ★★★★★ - 1 ratingTodd was one of the original hosts of the NHL Network signature program “NHL on the Fly” when the network began in Canada in 2001. Hosting a nightly show that hustled to highlights and key moments of every game one the schedule he demonstrated his knowledge and talent. Also hosting the nightly wrap up show with highlights, analysis and interviews.
When the NHL Channel began programming on Satellite Radio Todd was one of the first hired. Since then he’s hosting programs with NHL legend Phil Esposito and also “Hockey Unfiltered with Todd Lewis”. A program of discussion, ideas and suggestions that often stirs lively and animated debate and reactions. It’s no punches pulled, brutal honesty.
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Episodes
Congratulations, now what
September 29, 2020 21:27 - 23 minutes - 32.7 MBWe look at the Stanley Cup Final, how the Bolts succeeded, where Dallas fell short and what lies ahead for the NHL.
Cup Final Thoughts
September 23, 2020 02:45 - 22 minutes - 30.7 MBLooking at the first games of the Stanley Cup Final with the Tampa Bay Lightning and the Dallas Stars, when will Steven Stamkos return and what to watch for in the off season.
Keys to Success
September 15, 2020 23:24 - 22 minutes - 30.8 MBA look at the success of the Stars, a preview of the Stanley Cup Final, coaching news and more.
Who's Left?
September 08, 2020 20:12 - 21 minutes - 29.8 MBWe look at the four remaining teams in the Stanley Cup playoffs, what to watch for in the conference finals and what some teams might be thinking about for the off season.
Be A Leader
September 02, 2020 01:46 - 21 minutes - 30 MBDiving into the NHL & racial equality, the Stanley Cup playoffs and fun profanity!
Excitement & Drama
August 26, 2020 00:58 - 22 minutes - 30.5 MBA look inside the bubble at the Stanley Cup playoffs. There’s lots of electrifying hockey, except during Islander games. Plus a look at changes eliminated teams like the Leafs, Pens & Caps are making.
The Hunger
August 18, 2020 23:16 - 21 minutes - 29.9 MBLooking at the opening round of the NHL playoffs, leaving the bubble and the round robin teams rounding into form.
Welcome to the playoffs
August 11, 2020 17:14 - 22 minutes - 30.6 MBA quick look back on the qualification round, keys to success in round one of the post season, and some part two of the NHL Drafter lottery observations.
What are we seeing?
August 05, 2020 00:38 - 24 minutes - 33.7 MBLooking at what's taken place in the first few days of the NHL return, lots of goalie talk and a new drinking game.
Let The Games Begin
July 28, 2020 21:06 - 19 minutes - 26.7 MBOn this week’s show we look at what kind of hockey we’ll see as the NHL resumes play, how it looks on TV, and also suggest a drinking game for the qualification round.
Too Close To Call
July 22, 2020 02:45 - 22 minutes - 30.4 MBThis week’s podcast “Too close to call” looks at the NHL play in round favorites Award nominees and much more as we get closer to summer hockey kicking off.
Hockey Stay-cation
July 15, 2020 20:56 - 20 minutes - 28.4 MBThe opening of NHL training camps, coaching news and the excitement as hockey’s summer season gets closer.
It's Happening!
July 07, 2020 20:43 - 20 minutes - 27.8 MBWe take a look at the logistics and implications of the return of NHL hockey, how the game will be presented for your consumption and the landscape for next year and beyond.
Fear of Commitment
June 30, 2020 21:05 - 22 minutes - 30.8 MBWhy hasn’t the #NHL chosen cities to play in, and what are the CBA implications for return?
Who makes the cut
June 23, 2020 18:57 - 22 minutes - 30.6 MBA look at which NHL cities will host the return to play and which players will be admitted to the Hockey Hall of Fame.
Where are we Playing
June 17, 2020 20:37 - 22 minutes - 30.5 MBWe’ll talk about the GM change in Buffalo, news with the Isles arena and the latest on the NHL return to play plan.
Come in, we’re open
June 10, 2020 10:00 - 21 minutes - 30 MBOn this edition we talk about the NHL opening facilities to players, the new CEO for the Coyotes and the Hockey Diversity Alliance.
Your actions are what matter
June 03, 2020 10:00 - 24 minutes - 33.1 MBDiving into the latest NHL stories and how it’s all taking a backseat to protests, police actions, and how we move forward in racial equality.
It’s what we’ve got
May 27, 2020 19:55 - 21 minutes - 29.3 MBRunning down the #NHL plan for a return to game action and how the solution effects fans and teams.
Still Waiting
May 19, 2020 22:05 - 20 minutes - 28.5 MBWe’ll look at some of the reported scenarios for the NHL season resuming, what goes into the decision making process and a few thoughts on Akim Aliu and his goal to make Hockey for everyone
Memories
May 13, 2020 00:10 - 22 minutes - 31.4 MBAn update on where we are with the potential NHL restart, the 50th anniversary of the Bruins Cup win in St. Louis and personal reflections of the Habs vs Nordiques.
Bring on the Drama
May 05, 2020 21:36 - 22 minutes - 31.1 MBSure it’s a bit unconventional, but there’s plenty of good reasons to have the NHL Entry Draft in June. We run them down and show why the detractors are being short sighted
Reason to Return
April 29, 2020 02:31 - 23 minutes - 32.4 MBA look at the big changes in the Chicago Black Hawks organization, the NHL has masks for everyone and why the league must return to the ice this summer & delay the start of next season.
The Way Forward
April 21, 2020 20:46 - 22 minutes - 31 MBAs we feel a greater sense of optimism the game will return, we look at the NHL what’s ahead for the players and the league.
Glimmer of Hope
April 14, 2020 20:22 - 21 minutes - 29.8 MBPK Subban’s game show, McDavid fitness video, plus the reality of what the NHL and world are facing attempting to return to something resembling our previous lives before we all paused.
Staying Strong
April 08, 2020 23:36 - 21 minutes - 29.9 MBThis week we focus on assessing some of the ideas for returning the NHL and how things may look if the league is able to return to the ice at some point this year.
Too Soon To Cancel
April 01, 2020 02:57 - 22 minutes - 30.4 MBSome suggested the NHL should just cancel the year, we’ll look at reasons why that’s a premature choice and reasons for optimism.
These are the facts
March 24, 2020 23:52 - 22 minutes - 31.1 MBThis week looking at the many logistics the league will have to navigate whenever the all clear is given to resume NHL action.
It’s all speculation
March 19, 2020 12:34 - 23 minutes - 31.8 MBAn overview of where we are in the upside down world we’re living in and how the NHL is dealing with Covid-19 and the possibilities of when hockey may return
How's That Gonna Work?
March 11, 2020 01:06 - 22 minutes - 30.9 MBA closer look at the playoff races in both conferences and how they’re different. Plus lots on the possibility of playing NHL games in empty arenas.
One Month To Go
March 04, 2020 19:57 - 21 minutes - 29.9 MB“One month to go” looks at the widespread injuries to star players this year, the NHL GM Meetings and the recommendations. Plus as International Women’s Day approaches, a serious look at what’s being done to grow the game.
Winners, losers & a little fun
February 27, 2020 03:17 - 22 minutes - 31 MB"Winners, losers & a little fun” looks at teams that helped themselves leading up to the NHL Trade deadline, those that didn’t and some emergency goalie fun.
That’s just dumb
February 20, 2020 04:50 - 23 minutes - 31.7 MBA close look at the fast approaching trade deadline. What will teams like Colorado, Boston, NY Rangers and others do. Also, suspensions, fines and a radical idea for the NHL schedule.
Paying The Price
February 12, 2020 01:41 - 24 minutes - 33.1 MBPlenty of NHL Trade deadline talk, what really needs to happen for NHL players to participate in the Olympics, and a simple way to protect the players.
Rational Observations
February 04, 2020 22:22 - 23 minutes - 32.5 MBTodd puts a bow on the Battle of Alberta, examines the goalie market and provides some logical thoughts heading into the NHL Trade Deadline.
On The Bubble
January 30, 2020 01:02 - 24 minutes - 33.7 MBA look at the teams fighting for playoff spots and a wrap up from NHL All Star weekend.
We were on a break
January 23, 2020 13:31 - 21 minutes - 29.3 MBLooking at Ovechkin’s goal scoring, teams like Columbus, Vegas and others to keep an eye on plus some All Star talk.
Everyone Is To Blame
January 14, 2020 20:19 - 25 minutes - 35.7 MBTodd Lewis looks at the Battle of Alberta Soap Opera between Kassian, Tkachuk and the NHL. Plus, a reminder to be wary of those stupid trade suggestions six weeks before the actual deadline that happen every year. Subscribe to the show for weekly updates.
Long Term Thinking
January 09, 2020 02:01 - 23 minutes - 32.3 MBWhat happens to the Nashville Predators after making the coaching change, huge props to NBCSN for televising the Oilers/Leafs in the US and some other TV talk and second half excitement.
Kicking off 2020
January 01, 2020 17:41 - 22 minutes - 31.2 MBIt's what to watch for in the second half of the NHL season, All Star stuff, Winterclassic suggestions and much more.
Year in Review
December 26, 2019 17:14 - 20 minutes - 27.5 MBLooking at some of the great stories of the past year, but more importantly focusing on the reckoning that's occurred in the NHL and moving forward to make the game more inclusive.
Was it worth it?
December 17, 2019 21:46 - 23 minutes - 32.3 MBThis week we look at the Taylor Hall deal to Arizona, what it means for the Yotes & the Devils. Coaching news with San Jose and Marc Crawford plus the Blue Jackets now seeing the reality of last year’s decision to go all in.
Code of Conduct
December 11, 2019 04:52 - 21 minutes - 28.9 MBOn this week's show we look at the new code of conduct introduced by the NHL and another coach fired. Also, surprise seasons for the NY Islander, Arizona Coyotes, and other teams to watch as the holidays approach.
Plenty of Questions to Answer
December 03, 2019 22:15 - 23 minutes - 32.4 MBOn this week's show Todd looks at the effect after Bill Peters resignation, Babock's firing and what else is to come. All that and what's going to happen with the NJ Devils & Taylor Hall, the surprising Central Division and when will the Tampa Bay Lightning snap out of it?
So Much Happening
November 27, 2019 03:00 - 21 minutes - 30.1 MBIn this week's podcast we look at the Bill Peters situation in Calgary, plus some teams to watch as we reach the US Thanksgiving holiday. They include the Lightning, Sharks, Oilers and Stars.
What We've Learned
November 20, 2019 01:17 - 23 minutes - 31.8 MBThis week Todd looks at the pleasant surprises of the first 1/4 of the season, the NHL's best team & what to watch for moving forward. And obligatory Maple Leaf hysteria.
It's Over
November 13, 2019 14:00 - 25 minutes - 35 MBOn this week's episode we'll cover all the NHL news and of course, a look at Don Cherry's downfall.
Cultural Questions
November 06, 2019 11:00 - 24 minutes - 34.3 MBThis week we look at teams with unusual schedules, which should be genuinely concerned and also look at a couple of unique suggestions for your consideration.
Realistic Expectations
October 30, 2019 11:00 - 24 minutes - 32.9 MBThis week's episode, "Realistic Expectations" is available now. This week Todd looks at where NHL teams like the Blues, Bolts, Hawks and where they're headed. Along with the hysterical nonsense surrounding the Toronto Maple Leafs. Plus coaches holding players accountable.
A new way forward
October 23, 2019 19:33 - 25 minutes - 34.8 MBThis week's episode "A New Way Forward" looks at ways to grow the game. Some might seem obvious, others not so much. A few bold and outside the we've always done it this way thinking. And also some special games and events coming up that you want to enjoy.