A hockey podcast by four beer league players who share hockey opinions, stories, and laughs over beers in ice rink parking lots after their games. They thought others might enjoy their entertaining conversations and the post game atmosphere. They cover professional hockey, junior hockey, college hockey, youth hockey, their local beer leagues, and everything in between. New episodes drop on Wednesdays. Come join, Aaron Michaels aka "A A Ron", Danny Liverette aka "Danny Who?", Eric Rigsby aka ...
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Celebrating 4 Years with Mikey Beast
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Episode 210 was recorded on the 4th Anniversary of the first episode of Beers in The Lot. The BITL crew celebrated with special guest, Mikey "Beast" Meyer while he visited from his native home, Germany. The guys and Mikey shared some of their stories and nostalgia from his time living, working, and playing hockey in the United States. Mikey explain…
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On Episode 209 of Beers in The Lot, the guys talked about the good old days when they used to play hockey together. Rigs talked a bit about the youth hockey season starting back up as a coach. The BITL crew also described what it means to rawdog an NHL career like the recent rawdogging a long flight trend. Beers in The Lot is partnered with The Hoc…
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On Episode 208, the BITL crew talked about the few Olympics highlights they have seen in the last week. The guys also lamented about the lack of beer league hockey being played this summer. Rigs and Jonny discussed hockey player development from individual skill and tactics to statistically-based strategies for team play. Beers in The Lot is partne…
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Counting Down the Days Until the Start of Hockey Season
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On Episode 207 of Beers in The Lot, it was pointed out by Jonny that there are less than 80 days until the start of the NHL season. The guys discussed how they are passing the time over the summer. Jonny talked about seeing Creed and some other 90s bands in concert. Rigs joined the BITL crew live from Maine and talked about his trip up north. Beers…
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Episode 206 started with a shocking confession from one of the Beers in The Lot members. The BITL crew also talked about some highly recommended movies and whether or not they should be required viewing. The guys discussed the Columbus Blue Jackets hiring Dean Evason as their next head coach. They finished the episode with some of their plans for t…
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On Episode 205 of Beer in The Lot, fresh off of the Frederick Keys Hockey Night, the guys talked about some of the similarities and differences in attending baseball and hockey games. The BITL crew laid down some of their rules for fan behavior when attending games. They also discussed how they're dealing with the lack of hockey-both playing and wa…
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As is tradition, the Beers in The Lot crew watched one of their favorite movies during the hockey off season. This year, they watched Stripes. The guys watched the movie and provided commentary. Beers in The Lot is partnered with The Hockey Podcast Network (https://www.thehockeypodcastnetwork.com) and a member of the Listen Frederick (https://liste…
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This week's episode would have normally been the annual BITL movie night episode but it was recorded the same day as NHL free agency opening up. There were a ton of NHL player signings and trades to talk about. So, Episode 203 is all about the NHL off season moves so far with some focus on the Washington Capitals, Pittsburgh Penguins, Florida Panth…
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While recording Episode 202, Danny, Rigs, and Jonny were watching game 7 of the Stanley Cup Final between the Edmonton Oilers and Florida Panthers, and game 6 of the Calder Cup Final between the Coachella Valley Firebirds and Hershey Bears. Most of the talk centered around the Oilers and Panthers and their futures. They also talked a bit about NHL …
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On Episode 201 of Beers in The Lot, the crew talked about the Stanley Cup Final through game four between the Edmonton Oilers and Florida Panthers (recorded Monday night before game five). The guys also talked about the poorly attended Old Bald Guys Hockey League summer season playoff games this week. Jonny introduced a new segment-Close Shave of t…
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The BITL crew assembled on Jonny's pool deck to record milestone Episode 200 live, in-person. As it usually does when they are all together, the conversation touched on a diverse set of topics. The guys watched a bit of game two of the Stanley Cup Final between the Edmonton Oilers and Florida Panthers. They talked about the Washington Capitals purc…
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On Episode 199, the BITL crew sans Danny was getting geared up for the Stanley Cup Final between the Edmonton Oilers and Florida Panthers. The guys talked a little Hershey Bears and Calder Cup Playoffs as well as the Saginaw Spirit winning the Memorial Cup. There was also some discussion about a return visit of the baby fox and a racoon during the …
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On Episode 198 of Beers in The Lot, the guys discussed Disco Dan Bylsma's promotion from AHL Coachella Valley to the Seattle Kraken head coach gig. The BITL crew thinks New York Rangers defenseman Jacob Trouba is the worst. They also described how frightening Hunter the Edmonton Oilers mascot is. Beers in The Lot is partnered with The Hockey Podcas…
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On Episode 197, Jonny returned from his recent travels with a few public service announcements regarding being a good member of society. The BITL crew was watching game 7 of the Edmonton Oilers and Vancouver Canucks series. So, they talked about which of the remaining Stanley Cup Playoffs teams had the best chances to win The Cup. The guys also tal…
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On Episode 196 of Beers in The Lot, the BITL crew took a tour around the Stanley Cup Playoffs second round. Following recent events in the Florida Panthers and Boston Bruins series they asked, what is goalie interference anyway? The guys also relived some of their favorite moments in the best overtime in sports-Stanley Cup Playoffs overtime. Beers …
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On Episode 195, the BITL crew gave their recap and thoughts on the Boston Bruins and Toronto Maple Leafs first round Stanley Cup Playoffs series. The guys talked about a special visitor in the lot after the Old Fat Bald Guys Hockey League games this week. They also discussed the potential for a rematch of the 1994 Stanley Cup Final between the Vanc…
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On Episode 194 of Beers in The Lot, the guys gave their thoughts on the Stanley Cup Playoffs so far, focusing on the continued troubles with the Toronto Maple Leafs. Jonny recapped the ECHL to Frederick Launch Party hosted by Pro Hockey Maryland (https://www.prohockeymd.com) at Attaboy Beer in Frederick, MD. The BITL crew also discussed the low att…
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On Episode 193 of Beers in The Lot, Aaron, Danny, and Rigs talked about a possible new beer league pregame ritual for the Kings in the Old Fat Bald Guys Hockey League. The rest of the episode was all about the Stanley Cup Playoffs. The guys mentioned something about almost all of the first round series. Beers in The Lot is partnered with The Hockey…
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One More Beer- 2024 Stanley Cup Playoffs Preview
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Join Rigs and Jonny for One More Beer as they discuss their thoughts on the upcoming 2024 Stanley Cup Playoffs. They recorded this bonus episode on the eve of the playoffs and gave their first round and Stanley Cup Final predictions. Beers in The Lot is partnered with The Hockey Podcast Network (https://www.thehockeypodcastnetwork.com) and a member…
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On Episode 192, the BITL crew talked about the start of the spring Old Fat Bald Guys Hockey League season. The guys also talked about the final games of the NHL season in the Eastern Conference and how they affect the upcoming Stanley Cup Playoffs. They also could not help it and dunked on the Arizona Coyotes for the last time as they become a new …
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On Episode 191, the guys recapped the Old Fat Bald Guys Hockey League season XL championship game. The BITL crew discussed the NHL Eastern Conference playoff race, The Masters, and Frozen Four making an epic sports weekend. The guys also started to get hyped up for the OFBG Summer Ice Hockey Tournament and the various summer activities surrounding …
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Episode 190 of Beers in The Lot had a heavy focus on the Pittsburgh Penguins and Washington Capitals. The guys talked about the declines and false hopes of Stanley Cup Playoffs success for both teams. The BITL crew also discussed the Frozen Four and some of the standout players in the NCAA Men's Ice Hockey tournament. Beers in The Lot is partnered …
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On Episode 189 of Beers in The Lot, the guys minus Jonny, talked about the highlights from the first round of the Old Fat Bald Guys Hockey League season XL playoffs. They discussed the legitimacy of Edmonton Oilers forward, Zach Hyman's 50-goal season. The BITL crew also talked about Alex Ovechkin rebooting his scoring pace and subsequently the Was…
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Getting Beer League Subs from Salusa Secundus
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Episode 188 of Beers in The Lot started sans Danny. The balance of the BITL crew talked about the highs and lows of beer league hockey on St. Patrick's Day. There was a short debate on early season yard work. The guys also discussed the behind the scenes Amazon series following NHL players, that came out of the NHL GM meetings held this week. Danny…
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The Matt Rempe elbow to Jonas Siegenthaler in the New York Rangers and New Jersey Devils game had occurred shortly before Episode 187 was recorded. The guys talked about that incident and Rempe's debut as an NHL player to that point. The BITL crew also talked about Philadelphia Flyers head coach, John Tortorella's initial refusal to leave the bench…
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The Creative Adult is the Child Who Has Survived Featuring Robert Greeley
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On Episode 186, the BITL crew was joined by digital storyteller, Robert Greeley. He talked about his path from local Newfoundland media to the University of Ottawa and now traveling the world telling hockey stories via his YouTube channel (https://www.youtube.com/@RobertGreeley). Robert's work sheds light on interesting stories that might otherwise…
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On Episode 185 of Beers in The Lot, the guys recounted a story from their trip to Wally Ice Fest. The BITL crew talked about some of the highlights from the Old Fat Bald Guys Hockey League games this week. The guys provided a PSA about maximizing your experience at Buffalo Wild Wings and Sheetz. They also discussed some potential rule changes to ma…
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On Episode 184, Jonny recounted his trip to Pittsburgh for the Penguins' retirement of Jaromir Jagr's number 68. Rigs returned from Philadelphia with new evidence in the case against Wawa. The BITL crew also talked about another high scoring night in the Old Fat Bald Guys Hockey League including whether or not substitute players should take over lo…
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Making The Late Game Featuring Jeff Tyner
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On Episode 183 of Beers in The Lot, the guys were joined by Jeff Tyner, writer and director of the beer league hockey movie, The Late Game. They talked with Tyner about how the movie was made and some of the beer league hockey stories that influenced it. Check out The Late Game at www.thelategame.com. Beers in The Lot is partnered with The Hockey P…
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LIVE from the Cabin at Lake Wallenpaupack
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On Episode 182, the BITL crew was joined by Field Reporter Ross and Team BITL member Brando at their Airbnb cabin for the Wally Ice Fest weekend. The guys talked about the breweries and other establishments they visited in the Lake Wallenpaupack region. They also gave their ideas on how to fix some of the NHL All Star festivities. That led to discu…
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The BITL crew is headed to the Wally Ice Fest (www.wallyicefest.com), this weekend! Episode 181 started out with some talk about the trip. The guys went over some of the highlights and low lights from beer league games this week. They also discussed the USA Hockey neck laceration protection mandate that will take affect in youth hockey next season …
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Saint Patrick on the Isle and Outdoor Hockey
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On Episode 180, the BITL crew talked about Patrick Roy getting hired as the new head coach of the New York Islanders. They discussed a 30 goal, hockey night in Frederick during the Old Fat Bald Guys Hockey League games this week. The guys were also hyped up about local outdoor hockey this week and the Wally Ice Fest (www.wallyicefest.com) coming up…
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On Episode 179 of Beers in The Lot, the crew discussed week two of the Old Fat Bald Guys Hockey League "season XL for extra large", including pocket subs as the new lot thing. The BITL pond hockey tourney team for Wally Ice Fest made a team building trip to see Tool in concert at the old Baltimore Arena. The guys also talked about the New York Isla…
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On Episode 178 of Beers in The Lot, the guys had just played the first games of season "extra large" in the Old Fat Bald Guys Hockey League the night before. They talked about the highlights from week one of season 40. The BITL crew gave their thoughts on Willy Nylander's contract extension with the Toronto Maple Leafs. The guys also talked about T…
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On Episode 177, the BITL crew talked about new hockey starting the new year as they recorded on New Year's Day. The guys discussed the latest Winter Classic featuring new-to-the-outdoors NHL teams, the Vegas Golden Knights and Seattle Kraken. They gave their thoughts on some of the unique rules in the PWHL. The guys also talked about the World Juni…
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On Episode 176, the BITL crew closed out calendar year 2023 and looked ahead to 2024. The guys reviewed their progress against the hockey goals they set for themselves in 2023. They also discussed their goals and outlook for hockey in 2024. Happy Holidays everyone! Beers in The Lot is partnered with The Hockey Podcast Network (www.thehockeypodcastn…
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On Episode 175 of Beers in The Lot, the guys sans Danny lamented a poor turn out to the last Old Fat Bald Guys hockey pickup skate of the year. The BITL crew was getting hyped up and prepared for the Wally Ice Fest pond hockey tournament coming up in 6 weeks (www.wallyicefest.com). They also talked about the historic goal scoring slump for Alexande…
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On Episode 174, the BITL crew wrapped up the Old Fat Bald Guys Hockey League championship game for the fall season. The guys gave their thoughts on the coaching situation with the Pittsburgh Penguins. They also talked about the recent rise in violence in the NHL. Beers in The Lot is partnered with The Hockey Podcast Network (www.thehockeypodcastnet…
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On Episode 173 of Beers in The Lot, the crew recapped the first week of the Old Fat Bald Guys Hockey League playoffs for the fall season. They talked about how Rigs and Jonny don't care and care too much about their favorite NHL teams, respectively. The guys also tried to decipher current slang terminology. Beers in The Lot is partnered with The Ho…
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On Episode 172 of Beers in The Lot, the guys returned from the Thanksgiving holiday with some NHL topics. The BITL crew talked about the firing of Dean Evason and hiring of John Hynes, as the head coach of the Minnesota Wild. They discussed the latest Tkachuk sibling rivalry game between with Florida Panthers and Ottawa Senators. The guys also gave…
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On Episode 171 of Beers in The Lot, the crew took a holiday break from NHL talk. Jonny brought a list of holiday related questions to answer in preparation for Thanksgiving and the upcoming holiday season. The guys talked about their favorite holiday meal side dishes and holiday traditions. They also discussed what they are thankful for in the game…
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On Episode 170, the BITL crew talked about the Edmonton Oilers replacing head coach Jay Woodcroft with Kris Knoblauch. The guys discussed how replacement goaltenders sometimes come out of the woodwork and catch fire. They also expressed their excitement for the retirement of Jaromir Jagr's number 68 in Pittsburgh. Beers in The Lot is partnered with…
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Episode 169 of Beers in The Lot is the Slapshot Cup 2023 trip recap. The guys talked about their favorite Johnstown, PA watering hole, Scott's By Dam. The BITL crew was able to hear some stories from Bruce Boudreau while he was hanging out at the tournament. Team Maryland had a long but perfect weekend, not making the late afternoon championship ga…
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On Episode 168 of Beers in The Lot, the guys spent most of the episode discussing Adam Johnson's tragic passing while playing in the Elite Ice Hockey League in England. They talked about neck protection mandates and other potential efforts to prevent catastrophic injuries in hockey. The BITL crew also went over the 41 game suspension handed out to …
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Breaking the Cost Barrier to Entry in Hockey
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On Episode 167, the BITL crew was only one week away from Johnstown week and they were getting hype for the Slapshot Cup hockey tournament in the western Pennsylvania town. The guys also gave their thoughts on Trevor Zegras' recent sarcasm regarding playing NHL hockey in Mullett Arena and other NHL teams' social media posts about subpar practice fa…
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Growing the Game by Making it Impossible to Watch
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On Episode 166 of Beers in The Lot, the guys were hot little potatoes about the current state of the NHL app and streaming broadcasts. They spent most of the episode on NHL games being blacked out or not depending on what television and streaming services a fan might have, and possible solutions to this problem. The BITL crew also recapped the Old …
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On Episode 165 of Beers in The Lot, the crew put together a little NHL 2023-2024 season preview. The guys answered some questions that Jonny prepared, about the upcoming NHL season. That led to discussion about half the teams in the league and many NHL players that the BITL crew is excited to see play this season. The guys ended the episode talking…
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Episode 164 starts with the BITL crew sans Jonny talking about Rigs' recent hockey coaching weekend in the Philadelphia area. The guys gave their thoughts on the recent signing of Trevor Zegras by the Anaheim Ducks. They finished the episode with some excitement for the Slap Shot Cup hockey tournament in Johnstown, PA (yes, the home of the movie an…
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On Episode 163, the BITL crew recapped the Old Fat Bald Guys Hockey League game between Aaron's, Rigs', and Jonny's OFBG Caps and Danny's OFBG Kings. The guys discussed analyzing hockey players' habits through video coaching. They finished the episode talking a little NHL, focusing on the Vancouver Canucks. Beers in The Lot is partnered with The Ho…
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On Episode 162 of Beers in The Lot, the guys couldn't not talk about the resignation of former Columbus Blue Jackets head coach, Mike Babcock. The BITL crew touched on the first week of the new Old Fat Bald Guys Hockey League season. The guys also shared their impressions of Connor Bedard and Adam Fantilli in NHL prospects tournament action over th…
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