KINGS OF THE PODCAST Dennis Bernstein and The Mayor John Hoven
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John Hoven of Mayor's Manor (http://www.mayorsmanor.com) and Dennis Bernstein of The Fourth Period (http://www.thefourthperiod.com) cover the NHL from their home base in Los Angeles. Known as both influencers and insiders, the duo are weekly staples on satellite and terrestrial radio. Dennis is the Los Angeles Chapter Chair of the Professional Hockey Writers Association and John's Mayor Manor is a go-to source for LA hockey news and views for over a decade. Not affiliated with the Los Angeles Kings, Sacramento Kings or Kings of Leon.
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KOTP Ep. 192 - Mark Yannetti from the NHL Scouting Combine
The #1 KOTP guest -- LAK Director of Amateur Scouting Mark Yannetti makes his return. In this episode, John and DB discuss various topics including their experiences attending sporting events, the upcoming NHL draft, recent additions to the LA Kings coaching staff, contract updates for players, and the excitement surrounding prospect Andre Lee. They also touch on the upcoming Stanley Cup Final and their travel plans. Mark Yannetti joins them in the second period to discuss the NHL draft ...
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KOTP Ep. 191 - Welcome to Summer 2024
The guys discuss potential LAK changes after another first round elimination at the hands of the Edmonton Oilers. Show notes:The Kings' offseason plans, including potential trades and signings, will become clearer in the coming months.The goaltending situation for the LA Kings is evaluated.Possible roster changes for the Kings are speculated upon.The performance of the Ontario Reign in the AHL playoffs is analyzedThe possibility of Marco Sturm joining the Kings coaching staff is consider...
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KOTP Ep. 190 - Fork in the Game 5 Road
With the LA Kings on the brink of elimination, the guys discuss short and long term implications facing the organization and look ahead to Game 5 Kings-Oilers. Also in the conversation:Kyle Clifford handshake line incident.A spin around the other Stanley Cup Playoffs including the Leafs drama and Jets quick elimination. Ontario Reign update You can find us on X/Twitter at @kingsofthepod
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KOTP Ep. 189 - Prepping for Game 2 in Edmonton
DB in Edmonton, The Mayor home in LA....They discuss the LA Kings' performance in game one of the playoffs against the Edmonton Oilers. They analyze the Kings' defensive struggles, lack of physicality, and the need for a change in the goaltending. They also touch on the upcoming AHL Calder Cup playoffs and the Ontario Reign's chances. The conversation includes a discussion on the Kings' overage amount for next year and the bonuses earned by Quinton Byfield. Also covered are various ...
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KOTP Ep. 188 -- LAK Media Awards
The last regular season game brings the last regular season episode of KOTP! The guys discuss:Eastern Conference SC Playoffs matchupsThe usage of Carl Grundstrom. Akil Thomas and Alex Turcotte for the post-seasonThe annual LAK media awards A farewell to Jeff Carter You can find us on X/Twitter at @kingsofthepod
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KOTP Ep, 187 with guest @ryan_conmy
As the final four games of the LAK regular season approaches, prospect Ryan Conmy joins the Mayor for a 1-on-1.Some nights they're Kings, others Kongs. DB and The Mayor discuss LAK's inconsistent play down the stretch. Also:Speculation about the Arizona Coyotes potentially relocating to Utah, but the situation is still uncertain.Talk of a second NHL team in Toronto, but the details are unclear.Importance for the Kings to win games and build momentum heading into the playoffs.Concerns abo...