The Bannermen: LA Kings Podcast

Episode 26: Scary Moving

Hockey is back, the Kings are back and the boys are back! The second season of the Bannermen podcast is here and it starts with a whimper and we lament the acquisitions made by the San Jose Sharks and Vegas Golden Knights in the form of Erik Karlsson and Max Pacioretty. We break down how terrifying the Pacific Division has suddenly become and how weak the Atlantic Division now is.

Episode 25: 2 List 2 Misérables

The Bannermen are back after a month of having absolutely nothing to talk about. Therefore, we put together a followup to last year’s critical smash hit, List Misérables! In this episode, we each break down ten changes we would make to the NHL product, both on and off the ice. Some are realistic, some will never happen, but they ALL make perfect, beautiful sense. Just like all of you, we are looking for a #BetterNHL. Let’s go!

Episode 24: From Russia with Kov

For what has to be the first time in their history, the Los Angeles Kings have actually landed a big name free agent and we, The Bannermen, have no idea what to do with ourselves. Ilya Kovalchuk is a member of the LAKings eight years after first flirting with the team, ending the longest period of flirting between two eventual lovers that anyone has ever seen.
We break down the signing, the NHL draft, other targets the Kings had and even make a prediction on what Drew Doughty will get on his next contract (SPOILER: We were right!). Also, we try not to get too giggly when creating our possible line combinations for the upcoming season and furthermore, try not to wet ourselves with excitement over the Kings potential top power play unit. It’s Episode 24 and Alex Frolov would be proud!

Episode 23: Desperat-O

The NHL off-season is officially underway and The Bannermen are super pumped because it’s one of the best times of the year to be a hockey fan. The NHL Awards, the NHL Draft and NHL Free Agency are knocking on our doors and we cannot wait to open the door and shower them with the warmest greetings. We discuss rumors surrounding the Los Angeles Kings their desperate search for offense.
Also, we continue rating the forwards from last season and breaking down the good and the bad from each one, except Anze Kopitar because he is incapable of letting us down in any way. It’s Episode 23, so expect a whole lot of love for Dustin Brown!

Episode 22: Raters of the Lost Ark

The Stanley Cup Finals are nearing an end and The Bannermen are delighted by the results thus far. We break down what’s been going right for the Washington Capitals in the series and just why the the Kings couldn’t do in round one what the Caps are doing in round 4. We also talk about a few other developments in the NHL and briefly discuss a few intriguing prospects in the upcoming NHL Draft.
It’s a long time coming, but in this episode, we rate all the LA Kings goaltenders and defensemen using the star system, because we like movies and the Kings have always had a flair for the dramatics. It’s the one-year anniversary of The Bannermen podcast and what better way to celebrate it than with a new episode!

Episode 21: Fright Knight

The Bannermen turn 21 (episodes) and it may be time to hit the bottle because the Vegas Golden Knights continue to roll in the Stanley Cup Playoffs. We break down our irrational fear of seeing them hoist the Cup and decide which team we’re hitching our wagon to.
We also discuss Anze Kopitar’s and Drew Doughty’s chances at major awards while dreaming up ways the Kings can totally rip off the Carolina Hurricanes while they’re completely out of their minds. Finally, will the Edmonton Oilers ever stop living in the past?

Episode 20: Two Angry Men

The Los Angeles Kings’ season is over thanks to a quick four-game sweep at the hands of the Vegas Golden Knights. Naturally, everyone is losing their minds and calling for a complete overhaul of the team, from the coaches to the players to the logo to the jerseys. The Bannermen are here to tell you to relax, kick back and listen to an episode that will bring you back to serenity. Just kidding. We are NOT happy! But for various other reasons.

Episode 19: Ready Playoffs One

Grab your rally towels, put your razors away and monitor your heart rate closely, because the Los Angeles Kings are in the Stanley Cup Playoffs! Their first round opponent? The Vegas Golden Knights… a matchup we all wanted if for nothing else, for the incredible royal and medieval puns that will surely follow after each game. We recap Game 1, why things went the way they did and how the Kings must respond to get back to winning. Also, we discuss Drew Doughty’s hit, his suspension and how it will effect the team in Game 2 and beyond.
In the later part of the episode, we break down all the other series’ in the Playoffs and make our predictions for the entire first round. It’s our first episode in a week, which is a personal best for The Bannermen!

Episode 18: Seeking a Point for the End of the Season

The end of the season in nigh and the Los Angeles Kings are one point away from going to the dance! The Bannermen break down Anze Kopitar's legendary season, Jeff Carter's legendary scoring ability and Rob Blake's legendary mind-control power over college prospects.
Also, we take a look at possible playoff matchups for the Kings while fully admitting that the team could still very well miss the playoffs in spectacular fashion. It's Episode 18 and we recorded like Dave Taylor was listening. Serious Podcasting!

Episode 17: Drew Got Served

In this episode of the Bannermen, we review the Los Angeles Kings moves at the trade deadline and whether or not said moves have worked out for the team. We also welcome back the illustrious Jeff Carter back to the Kings lineup, and thus, the production of Tyler Toffoli and Tanner Pearson back to the lineup.
Also, we talk about Drew Doughty and his life goal of becoming the real world Peter Pan. We discuss his passion, emotion and lack of discipline and how all those things make him the the Toys R Us kid that we know and love. It's the home stretch for the playoffs!