About this episode
On Episode 523 of Spittin’ Chiclets, the guys are joined by Pat Verbeek to talk about his rise in hockey and where his work ethic came from, being inspired by Bobby Clarke, and messing around with Ed Belfour. But first, the Pacific Division preview is underway as Colby Armstrong, Bob Stauffer, and Gary Lawless join in to figure out who’s the beast of the division and who’s set to make playoffs this year. Biz is hurt again and with Chiclets cup right around the corner, he’s doing everything to stay healthy after filming a new episode of Road Warriors with Scott Gomez. Sidney Crosby signs a team friendly deal; Could this be what Pittsburgh needs to make a run at the cup? Luke Hughes is injured, the Leafs make some great signings, and will anyone… ANYONE sign Phil Kessel to a PTO? All this and more on this weeks episode. You don’t want to miss it. 00:00:00 - START 00:00:41 - Biz filmed a new Road Warriors episode with Scott Gomez 00:18:43 - Sidney Crosby signs a team friendly deal in hopes of making another cup run. 00:26:01 - The New Jersey Devils face more injuries with Luke Hughes out for the beginning of the season 00:30:01 - the Toronto Maple Leafs Sign veteran free agent Winger Max Pacioretty to a PTO and Nick Robertson re-signs for a 1 year $875K deal 00:41:07 - will anyone sign Phil Kessel to a PTO? 00:53:55 - Vancouver Canucks Preview 01:06:54 - Seattle Kraken Preview 01:17:05 - Colby Armstrong Joins the Show to discuss the San Jose Sharks 01:36:55 - Anaheim Ducks Preview with Colby Armstrong 01:49:39 - Pat Verbeek Interview 02:56:13 - Bob Stauffer joins the show to discuss the Edmonton Oilers 03:20:04 - Calgary Flames Preview 03:25:39 - Gary Lawless joins the show to discuss the Vegas Golden Knights 03:45:59 - Los Angeles Kings preview with Gary Lawless 04:02:10 - Braxton Whitehead of the Western Hockey League's Regina Pats received a verbal commitment for the 2025-26 season from Arizona State University's Division I program despite NCAA eligibility rules that prevent any player who has appeared in a major junior hockey game from playing college hockey Support the Show: PINK WHITNEY: Take Your Shot with Pink Whitney SPORTCLIPS: Sport Clips. It’s a Game Changer. https://sportclips.com MEN’S LEAGUE SWEATERS: Visit https://mensleaguesweaters.com/chiclets and save an average of 500 bucks Instagram @mensleaguesweaters Twitter @MensLeaguers Tik tok @mensleaguesweaters VIATOR: Download the Viator app now to use code VIATOR10 for 10% off your first booking in the app. LABATT BLUE: Find Labatt Blue Light at labattusa.com/finder JACKPOCKET: New customers, get your first ticket FREE using code: “PUCK” ($2) https://jackpocket.onelink.me/sY17/CHICLETS GAMBLING PROBLEM? CALL 1-800-GAMBLER, NY Call 877-8-HOPENY or text HOPENY. 18 or older (19+ in Nebraska, 21+ in Arizona). Void where prohibited. Promo code required for $2 non-withdrawable credit. Prize amount may differ at time of drawing. Terms jackpocket.com/tos/free-ticket-promo/ You can find every episode of this show on Apple Podcasts, Spotify or YouTube. Prime Members can listen ad-free on Amazon Music. For more, visit barstool.link/schiclets