Guerilla Sports Off Ice

Guerilla Sports, Jesse Montano

Jesse Montano JJ Jerez, and Meghan Angley talk all things hockey, NHL, and Colorado Avalanche in this fun, entertaining, and access-driven podcast hosted by the most trusted names covering the Colorado Avalanche.

  1. 3D AGO

    Brindley Reassigned as Avs Depth Returns | Evan Rawal Joins the Show | GS Off Ice

    The Colorado Avalanche are rolling into the final stretch of the season, and there’s a LOT to unpack. Jesse Montano is joined by Denver Gazette’s Evan Rawal to break down the Avs’ recent road trip, the growing goaltending conversation between Scott Wedgewood and Mackenzie Blackwood, and how Colorado’s depth is shaping their playoff push.   Plus, we dive into Logan O’Connor’s return, Ross Colton’s role, Sam Malinski’s emergence, and what the Western Conference playoff picture looks like right now.   Are the Avs peaking at the right time? And who should be “the guy” in net come playoff time?   00:00 Intro + Welcome 00:20 Show overview & guest intro (Evan Rawal) 01:24 Sponsor reads (Furniture Row & RefiJet) 02:12 Avs road trip recap & homestand preview 05:06 Key takeaways from recent stretch 06:03 Goaltending debate: Scott Wedgewood vs Mackenzie Blackwood 08:41 Who will start in the playoffs? 10:36 Avs positioning in the Central Division 12:50 Western Conference playoff landscape 16:50 Injury returns: impact of getting healthy 19:04 Ross Colton’s role & lineup fit 21:57 Logan O’Connor returns to lineup 24:13 Bottom-six impact & depth production 26:22 Sam Malinski breakout discussion 31:21 Gavin Brindley development & roster decisions 35:46 Avs roster construction & trade reflections 39:14 Marty Necas impact & playoff expectations   📢 Presented by:   FurnitureRow.com – Real Furniture. Real Value. RefiJet.com/sports – The faster, easier way to refinance your auto loan   #ColoradoAvalanche #GoAvsGo #NHL #Avalanche #NHLPlayoffs #HockeyTalk #DenverSports #NathanMacKinnon #Avs #HockeyPodcast #StanleyCup #NHLAnalysis #GuerillaSports

    58 min
  2. MAR 16

    Parker Kelly Talks Penalty Kill, and Jared Bednar Weighs in on Avs Goalies | GS Off Ice

    The Colorado Avalanche are back at Ball Arena after a bizarre road trip that included a big win in Seattle, a frustrating loss in Winnipeg, and travel issues that left the team stuck on a plane for 10 hours. Jesse Montano and Meghan Angley break down everything from the Avs’ weekend, the team’s ongoing penalty kill and goaltending conversations, and what comes next with Pittsburgh and Dallas on deck.   They also react to Jared Bednar’s comments on the goalie rotation, discuss whether there’s been a subtle shift in tone around Mackenzie Blackwood and Scott Wedgewood, and dive into the importance of bottom-six production down the stretch. Plus, Jesse and Meghan catch up with Parker Kelly  to talk about the penalty kill reset, his own game, the new-look lineup, and how the Avalanche are starting to gel after the deadline.   If you’re looking for Colorado Avalanche analysis, Avs news, Jared Bednar reaction, and insight on the team’s playoff push, this episode of Guerilla Sports Off Ice has you covered.   Chapters: 0:00 Intro from Ball Arena 0:46 Furniture Row + RefiJet 2:27 Sam Girard update and Ball Arena setup 4:00 Weather and the Avs’ brutal travel issues 5:00 Avalanche vs. Kraken recap 7:18 Nazem Kadri’s impact and timely scoring 9:27 Avalanche vs. Jets recap 11:04 Winnipeg’s goals and defensive breakdowns 14:44 How teams defend the Avs when protecting a lead 18:29 Bottom-six frustrations and lineup context 20:02 Defensive pair usage and Brant Burns discussion 22:49 Parker Kelly interview begins 23:12 PK frustration and recent reset 24:08 Creating offense and simplifying his game 25:31 Working with assistant coach Dave Hakstol 26:43 Chemistry with linemates 27:35 Thoughts on Nikola and the new-look lineup 28:45 Adjusting to 11 forwards, 7 defensemen 29:54 Johnson Auto Plaza shoutout 31:17 Avalanche penalty kill discussion 36:12 What the Avs need from the bottom of the lineup 41:56 Jared Bednar on the goaltending situation 42:29 Blackwood vs. Wedgewood conversation 47:12 Why Bednar’s tone feels different now 49:35 Final thoughts and sign-off

    50 min
  3. MAR 16

    Brent Burns, Devon Toews, and the Importance of the Avalanche Defense | GS Off Ice

    The Colorado Avalanche wrapped up their road trip with a big win over the Seattle Kraken, but the bigger conversation on today’s Guerilla Sports Off Ice centers around the Avs’ blue line heading into the postseason. Jesse Montano and Megan Angley break down the current state of Colorado’s defense corps, including recent play from Cale Makar and Devon Toews, the value of Josh Manson, the concerns around Brent Burns, and the continued rise of Sam Malinski. They also discuss what Brett Kulak has brought since arriving in Colorado and give their first impressions of new Avalanche defenseman Nick Blankenburg. Before diving into the defense, the show also unpacks the controversy surrounding Nathan MacKinnon’s ejection for goalie interference against the Oilers, the NHL’s decision to rescind the major and game misconduct, and what the league’s handling of the situation says about consistency and protecting goaltenders. If you’re looking for Colorado Avalanche analysis, NHL trade deadline reaction, playoff outlook discussion, and in-depth Avs defense talk, this episode has you covered. Chapters: 0:00 Welcome in / Friday edition of Guerilla Sports Off Ice 1:14 Furniture Row sponsor read 2:19 RefiJet sponsor read 3:17 Jesse and Megan open the show 4:20 Avs vs Kraken thoughts and Scott Wedgewood praise 7:21 Nathan MacKinnon goalie interference controversy begins 11:05 Breaking down the Darnell Nurse contact 18:11 NHL review, precedent, and officiating inconsistency 26:43 Comparing league discipline and dangerous plays 29:46 MacKinnon, Martin Necas, and growing chemistry 33:07 Colorado Avalanche defense corps discussion begins 34:09 Cale Makar and Devon Toews evaluation 47:17 Brent Burns and Josh Manson pairing concerns 59:20 Brett Kulak’s impact on the Avs blue line 1:02:10 Sam Malinski’s continued growth 1:07:03 First impressions of Nick Blankenburg 1:13:33 Final thoughts, Colorado wind/fire safety reminder, and weekend sign-off #ColoradoAvalanche #Avs #NathanMacKinnon #CaleMakar #DevonToews #SamMalinski #BrentBurns #JoshManson #NickBlankenburg #BrettKulak #MartinNecas #ScottWedgewood #NHL #HockeyPodcast #GuerillaSports #OffIce

    1h 15m
  4. MAR 10

    What a Week for the Colorado Avalanche | Conor McGahey Joins the Show | GS Off Ice

    Nazem Kadri is back, the Colorado Avalanche are rolling, and the vibes around this team have completely shifted. Jesse Montano and Meghan Angley break down a huge week for the Avs after four massive wins, a statement trade deadline, and an emotional reunion with Nazem Kadri in Colorado.   The show dives into what Kadri’s return means both on the ice and inside the locker room, why the Avalanche suddenly look like one of the deepest teams in hockey again, and how Chris MacFarland’s deadline work continues to reshape this roster in a major way. Jesse and Meghan also discuss Colorado’s back-to-back wins over Dallas and Minnesota, the importance of center depth, the Avs’ goaltending stability, and why this team may be even more dangerous than people realize.   Plus, Connor McGahey, the voice of the Colorado Avalanche, joins the show to share his perspective on the trade deadline chaos, the reaction inside the room to Kadri’s return, the fit of new additions like Nick Waugh and Brett Kulak, and why this Avalanche team might be one of the deepest he’s ever seen.   The episode also takes a close look at the Avs’ still-inconsistent power play, how Kadri may help unlock a more dangerous man advantage, and why Colorado’s flexibility down the middle could become a defining factor heading into the Stanley Cup Playoffs.   Presented by Furniture Row, RefiJet, and Johnson Auto Plaza.   If you enjoyed the episode, make sure to like, comment, and subscribe for more Colorado Avalanche coverage, NHL trade deadline analysis, postgame breakdowns, interviews, and playoff talk from Guerilla Sports.   Timestamps: 0:00 Intro 2:58 Opening thoughts on the Avs’ huge week 5:07 Central Division playoff race and first-round bloodbath talk 8:43 What Kadri’s return means to the team and fan base 16:28 Connor McGahey joins the show 17:52 Reaction inside the room to Kadri coming back 19:27 Deadline expectations vs. what the Avs actually did 22:32 Is this one of the deepest Avalanche teams ever? 25:03 Nick Waugh’s fit with Colorado 27:26 Locker room chemistry, character, and Kadri’s impact 30:09 Why the Avs’ goaltending situation feels different now 35:50 Brett Kulak and Colorado benefiting from Edmonton’s moves 40:30 How the Kadri trade came together behind the scenes 43:26 Power play talk and why Kadri could help 56:10 Nazem Kadri postgame comments 1:03:34 Avalanche power play concerns continue 1:12:19 Final thoughts and what’s next   #ColoradoAvalanche #Avs #NazemKadri #NHL #ConnorMcGahey #AvsNation #TradeDeadline #StanleyCup #NathanMacKinnon #CaleMakar #GuerillaSports #HockeyPodcast

    1h 14m
4.9
out of 5
26 Ratings

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Jesse Montano JJ Jerez, and Meghan Angley talk all things hockey, NHL, and Colorado Avalanche in this fun, entertaining, and access-driven podcast hosted by the most trusted names covering the Colorado Avalanche.

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