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My Little Falls

My Little Falls

By David Warner

My Little Falls is a local media company covering the City of Little Falls, Town of Little Falls, Dolgeville, Salisbury, Herkimer, and the surrounding area. Its mission is to generate interest in those communities and connect residents in a more meaningful way.

It’s about timely local news for the community, keeping citizens informed about important issues, telling stories about the people who live and work here, and giving locally owned businesses the opportunity to reach a very targeted audience of local residents and tourists alike.
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My Little FallsMay 11, 2022

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Tiffany Talk Episode 0021
May 25, 202351:31
315 Hockey Live Episode 035

315 Hockey Live Episode 035

In this episode of 315 Hockey Live, we present our Syracuse Crunch Season End Awards! Who was the best rookie? Who has the best head of hair? Who is the Unsung Hero? What was the best Crunch alternate uniform? What was the Game of the Year? Who is the Fan Favorite? Alexandra Ackerman from the Syracuse Speaks podcast joins us to answer those questions and more!

May 11, 202359:17
315 Hockey Live Episode 034

315 Hockey Live Episode 034

In this episode of 315 Hockey Live, we present our Utica Comets end-of-season awards! Who will be the choice for Team MVP? Unsung Hero? Best Alternate Uniform? Fan Favorite? Game of the Year and much more!

May 09, 202347:16
315 Hockey Live Episode 033

315 Hockey Live Episode 033

In this episode, we take a deep dive into the Utica Comets vs Toronto Marlies AHL North Division Calder Cup Playoffs Semifinals matchup! Then we’ll take a look at the Syracuse Crunch 2-0 lead over the Rochester Americans in the other North Division Semifinals series, and we also get an update on what’s going on in the SPHL with Roy Chambers!

Apr 27, 202355:44
Small Town Life Episode 0004

Small Town Life Episode 0004

In this episode, Dave Warner interviews Tanner Jaquay, Connor Baylor, and Joey Congdon, all students at Little Falls High School, about the impact of Covid during the last four years. How did it affect them individually, what happened when it came to learning, where is the school system now, and what things could help future students?

Apr 23, 202332:01
315 Hockey Live Episode 032

315 Hockey Live Episode 032

Syracuse Crunch forward Daniel Walcott is joining us for this episode of 315 Hockey Live! We’ll discuss the Crunch season, look ahead to the Calder Cup Playoffs, the Crunch involvement in the community, and the youth hockey camp he will be running this summer!

Apr 19, 202335:55
315 Hockey Live Episode 031

315 Hockey Live Episode 031

Armand Klisvitch and Grace Gendron from Inside The Rink will join the show to talk about the Adirondack Thunder and Orlando Solar Bears and give an update on the Utica, Oswego, and Colgate players in the league!

Apr 18, 202351:57
315 Hockey Live Episode 030

315 Hockey Live Episode 030

In this episode of 315 Hockey Live, we go off the ice to take a look at how teams keep their players healthy with Utica Comets Assistant Athletic Trainer Ryan Monaco! We’ll discuss how athletic trainers address various injuries, their role in keeping players healthy and back on the ice, his role with the Comets, and much more!

Apr 06, 202349:57
Hello Herkimer County Episode 022
Apr 05, 202331:35
315 Hockey Live Episode 029

315 Hockey Live Episode 029

In this episode, Colgate Raiders Mens Hockey Head Coach Don Vaughan and forward Ross Mitton join the show! We’ll talk about the Raiders season, the run to becoming ECAC champions, and much more!

Mar 31, 202344:45
315 Hockey Live Episode 028

315 Hockey Live Episode 028

With the Rochester Americans in Central New York this week, Zac Case from the chargingbuffalo.com joins us for an update on what fans can expect to see from the Amerks, including what Sabres prospects could be arriving and who could make an impact, the North Division playoff race and more! Then we’ll preview the Colgate Raiders vs. Michigan Wolverines NCAA Tournament game Friday night, which Utica Pioneers have gone pro and more!

Mar 24, 202354:02
Hello Herkimer County Episode 021
Mar 22, 202320:09
315 Hockey Live Episode 027

315 Hockey Live Episode 027

Joining us in this episode of 315 Hockey Live is the play-by-play voice of University of Wisconsin-Eau Claire athletics and Utica native Scott Montesano! Scott grew up a big Utica Devils, Bulldogs, Blizzard, and Prowlers fan and still follows the Utica hockey scene closely! We’ll talk about Utica hockey in the ’90s and 2000s, the current teams in the region, both Comets and college, his broadcasting career, and much more! 

In segment two, we’ll discuss the Final Four run of the Hamilton College Continentals Women’s Team, the Colgate Men’s Team trip to the Semifinals of the ECAC Tournament, and more!

Mar 15, 202301:18:21
315 Hockey Live Episode 026

315 Hockey Live Episode 026

In this episode of 315 Hockey Live, John Moncovich, Khristian Acosta, Mic Curran, Justin Allen, and Jaxon Rutkowski from the #1 ranked and UCHC Champion Utica Pioneers Men’s Hockey Team join the show! Hear what they say about the UCHC Championship, the NCAA Tournament, and much more!

Mar 10, 202355:57
315 Hockey Live Episode 025

315 Hockey Live Episode 025

Trade season is here, and the NJ Devils' trade for Timo Meier has already affected the rest of the organization! Join us to discuss the Adirondack Thunder and who could be coming to the Utica Comets, the other players coming in from the Meier trade, and more!

In segment 2, we’ll recap a busy weekend of CNY college hockey tournaments and look ahead to this weekend's action!

Mar 01, 202355:48
Tiffany Talk Episode 0020
Feb 28, 202333:15
Hello Herkimer County Episode 020
Feb 24, 202340:15
315 Hockey Live Episode 024

315 Hockey Live Episode 024

In this episode of 315 Hockey Live, Chris Sugar from the D-III Hockey News joins us to preview the UCHC, NESCAC, and SUNYAC men’s and women’s postseason tournaments. Then we’ll take a look at the ECAC women’s tournament and look ahead to all the hockey action coming up in Central New York!

Feb 22, 202301:10:55
315 Hockey Live Episode 023

315 Hockey Live Episode 023

This episode of 315 Hockey Live features Head Coach Rob Kopek and several members of the Clinton Warriors Girls Varsity Hockey Team. The Warriors are heading into the Final Four of the State Championship Tournament this weekend at the Nexus Center. We’ll talk about the team and their run to the Final Four and much more!

In segment two, Barry Shelley from the Rink of Dreams joins us to fill us in on the final plans for this weekend's visit from the New Jersey Warriors, all the items they have to auction off to raise funds for the team, and more.

Feb 17, 202343:03
315 Hockey Live Episode 022

315 Hockey Live Episode 022

Head Coach Gary Heenan of the #1 Utica Pioneers Men’s Hockey Team joins us in the latest episode of 315 Hockey Live! We’ll talk about the Pioneers' rise to the number-one ranking, the upcoming postseason, and more! Afterward, we’ll look ahead to a big weekend of hockey in Central New York!

Feb 10, 202339:24
315 Hockey Live Episode 021

315 Hockey Live Episode 021

In this episode of 315 Hockey Live, the Head Coach of the twelfth-ranked Utica Pioneers Women’s Hockey Team, Dave Clausen, joins us! The show starts at 7 pm EST on the 315 Hockey Live YouTube channel, Facebook, and Twitter, and across the My Little Falls social media channels as well!

Feb 01, 202343:24
315 Hockey Live Episode 020

315 Hockey Live Episode 020

In this episode of 315 Hockey Live, Assistant Coach Andrew Veglucci and forward Chris Mott of the Morrisville Mens Hockey Team join the show to talk some Mustangs hockey!

Jan 27, 202354:50
315 Hockey Live Episode 019

315 Hockey Live Episode 019

In this episode of 315 Hockey Live, Hamilton College Men's Hockey coach Rob Haberbusch joins the show to discuss the Continentals season so far, what’s ahead, and much more! Afterward, we’ll look at the busy weekend in Central New York hockey!

Jan 20, 202345:35
Hello Herkimer County Episode 019
Jan 18, 202335:24
315 Hockey Live Episode 018

315 Hockey Live Episode 018

In this episode of 315 Hockey Live, Zac Case from the Oswegonian and WNYO Sports joins us to preview Tuesday night's big game between the Utica Pioneers and Oswego St Women’s Hockey Teams!

Jan 10, 202301:11:22
315 Hockey Live Episode 017

315 Hockey Live Episode 017

In this episode of 315 Hockey Live, Neil Villapiano from the Devil's State of Mind Podcast joins us to discuss the success of Comets players in New Jersey this season, Alexander Holtz, Simon Nemec, who’s the next call-ups, and much more!

Jan 05, 202359:21
Hello Herkimer County Episode 018
Jan 03, 202347:25
315 Hockey Live Episode 016

315 Hockey Live Episode 016

In this episode of 315 Hockey Live, the creator of the Rink of Dreams, Barry Shelley, will be on to talk about the Rink of Dreams Classic game he will be hosting featuring the NJ Warriors. Barry will discuss who the Warriors are, how the game came to be, and more!

Afterward, Scott, Mike, and Dave will discuss the recent hot streaks of the Utica Comets and Syracuse Crunch and look forward to local college hockey starting back up!

Dec 28, 202259:09
315 Hockey Live Episode 015

315 Hockey Live Episode 015

In this episode of 315 Hockey Live, Chris Sugar from D-III Hockey News joins us to discuss Utica U, Hamilton College, Morrisville, and Oswego Men's and Women’s hockey teams!

Dec 23, 202201:11:53
Hello Herkimer County Episode 017
Dec 08, 202227:26
315 Hockey Live Episode 014

315 Hockey Live Episode 014

In this episode of 315 Hockey Live, the Head Coach of the fifth-ranked Colgate Raiders Women’s Hockey Team makes his return appearance on the show! We’ll talk about the spectacular season the Raiders have put together so far, including their recent win at Yale, take a look at the rest of the season and much more!

Dec 07, 202230:37
315 Hockey Live Episode 013

315 Hockey Live Episode 013

In this episode of 315 Hockey Live the “Voice of the Utica Pioneers” Ray Biggs joins the show to discuss the Men’s and Women’s Pioneers hockey teams, the Thanksgiving Showcase, the upcoming Teddy Bear Toss game against Oswego, and much more!

Dec 02, 202201:05:45
Tiffany Talk Episode 0019
Nov 24, 202224:16
315 Hockey Live Episode 012

315 Hockey Live Episode 012

In this episode of 315 Hockey Live, we have a lot of Central NY hockey news to cover! First, we’ve got the Bahl’s Army coming on to talk about the return of Alexander Holtz and Kevin Bahl to the Comets! Then the Utica Pioneers men's and Women’s teams, along with the Hamilton College Women’s team, have all moved up in the latest USCHO poll. We’ll discuss the upcoming Thanksgiving Classic at the Adirondack Bank Center, and the #6 ranked Colgate Women’s Team showdown with #1 Ohio State!

Nov 23, 202243:36
Tiffany Talk Episode 0018
Nov 21, 202251:31
315 Hockey Live Episode 011

315 Hockey Live Episode 011

In this episode of 315 Hockey Live, we’re doing our Hamilton College hockey preview! Joining us at 7 is Women's head coach Emily McNamara along with players Abby Kuhns and Nancy Loh to discuss the season ahead. Then at 7:30 Men's head coach Rob Haberbusch and forward Nick Hawkins come on to look at their upcoming season!

Nov 16, 202250:38
Hello Herkimer County Episode 016b
Nov 11, 202237:37
315 Hockey Live Episode 010

315 Hockey Live Episode 010

In this episode of 315 Hockey Live, Scott and Jeremy recap the weekend that was for the Utica Pioneers, Colgate Raiders, Utica Comets, and Syracuse Crunch and look ahead to their matchups this weekend. We’ll also discuss the long-awaited opening of the Nexus Center!

Nov 11, 202252:35
Hello Herkimer County Episode 016a
Nov 10, 202208:13
315 Hockey Live Episode 009

315 Hockey Live Episode 009

This episode of 315 Hockey Live features Utica Jr. Comets NCDC Head Coach Louis Educate! We’ll talk about the overall Jr Comets program, Louie’s hockey background, the USPHL, and much more!

Nov 02, 202247:15
Tiffany Talk Episode 0017
Oct 31, 202228:02
Hello Herkimer County Episode 015
Oct 26, 202225:34
315 Hockey Live Episode 008b

315 Hockey Live Episode 008b

In this episode of 315 Hockey Live, we have Zac Case of the Oswegonian join us to preview the Oswego St Lakers men's and women's hockey seasons!

Oct 26, 202230:14
315 Hockey Live Episode 008

315 Hockey Live Episode 008

In this episode of 315 Hockey Live, we have another Central New York hockey discussion! Former Clinton High School standout and current Quinnipiac defender Mia Lopata joins the show! We’ll discuss Mia’s high school career, including winning the 2020 NYS State Championship, her current team, the Quinnipiac Bobcats, and more!

Oct 26, 202220:50
315 Hockey Live Episode 007

315 Hockey Live Episode 007

This episode of 315 Hockey Live is our Utica Pioneers Hockey preview show! Joining us to look at the season ahead for the Men's team is their Head Coach Gary Heenan! After Coach Heenan, Women’s Head Coach Dave Clausen comes on to discuss the season ahead for his Pioneers team!

Oct 20, 202201:09:01
Hello Herkimer County Episode 014
Oct 13, 202257:29
315 Hockey Live Episode 006

315 Hockey Live Episode 006

This episode of 315 Hockey Live is our big Utica Comets/Syracuse Crunch preview show! First up, ahl.com and nhl.com writer Patrick Williams joins the show to preview the Utica Comets. Alexandra Ackerman of Field Pass Hockey and the Syracuse Speaks Podcast comes on the show to discuss the outlook for the 2022-23 Syracuse Crunch!

Oct 12, 202201:03:14
Marty's Illegal Stick Episode 0093
Oct 09, 202201:21:17
315 Hockey Live Episode 005

315 Hockey Live Episode 005

In this episode of 315 Hockey Live, Tatum White of the Syracuse University Women’s Hockey Team joins the show! We’ll discuss her hockey roots, hockey influences, why she chose Syracuse, and a look ahead at this season, balancing hockey and academics, and much more!

Oct 05, 202226:14
Tiffany Talk Episode 0016
Oct 04, 202233:42
Marty's Illegal Stick Episode 0092
Sep 30, 202201:01:16
315 Hockey Live Episode 004

315 Hockey Live Episode 004

In this episode of 315 Hockey Live, Colgate Men's Hockey Head Coach Don Vaughan and goaltender Carter Gylander join the show! We’ll discuss the upcoming Colgate season, Carter being drafted by the Detroit Red Wings, and much more!

Sep 29, 202241:39
Small Town Life Episode 0003
Sep 26, 202228:06
315 Hockey Live Episode 003

315 Hockey Live Episode 003

In this episode of 315 Hockey Live, Head Coach Greg Fargo and Defender Sydney Bard of the number six ranked in the country Colgate Womens Hockey Team join the show! We’ll discuss both the coach and Sydney’s hockey background, the success of their program, and a look ahead to this season!

Sep 21, 202237:36
Hello Herkimer County Episode 013
Sep 21, 202232:44
315 Hockey Live Episode 002

315 Hockey Live Episode 002

In this episode of 315 Hockey Live, the COO of the Syracuse Crunch, Jim Sarosy joins us! We’ll talk about what’s new this season for the Crunch, recap last season, Crunch outreach in the community, the team’s relationship with the Tampa Bay Lightning, and more! Then local hockey player Ed Stefaniak joins the show from Miami, Florida, where he is playing in Amerigol International Hockey Association Latam Cup!

Sep 15, 202258:47
Hello Herkimer County Episode 012
Sep 14, 202233:29
315 Hockey Live Episode 001

315 Hockey Live Episode 001

In our debut episode, Utica Comets Vice President Adam Pawlick joins the show to chat about the Nexus Center, what’s new for the fans for the upcoming Comets season, and more! 315 Hockey Live - the show that’s dedicated to all levels of hockey in central New York!

Sep 08, 202243:38
Hello Herkimer County Episode 011
Aug 31, 202245:44
Marty's Illegal Stick Episode 0091
Aug 31, 202201:31:06
Marty's Illegal Stick Episode 0090
Aug 24, 202201:50:32
Marty's Illegal Stick Episode 0089
Aug 18, 202201:31:56
Hello Herkimer County Episode 010
Aug 17, 202229:06
Tiffany Talk Episode 0015
Aug 15, 202256:59
Marty's Illegal Stick Episode 0088

Marty's Illegal Stick Episode 0088

Episode 88 features long-time Head Athletic Trainer for the LA Kings and Hockey Hall of Famer Pete Demers! We chat with Pete about the early days of his career in the AHL (including a great Eddie Shore story), the hockey scene in Southern California when he arrived in LA in 1972, pre-Gretzky Kings like Rogie Vachon, Marcel Dionne, and Butch Goring among others, the Gretzky trade and the 1993 run to the cup final - including a certain stick incident, how the job of Athletic Trainer had evolved from when he started in the 1960s to when he retired in 2006 and much, much more! 

Be sure to check https://martysillegalstick.com for new daily content!  

Marty's Illegal Stick Hockey Podcast: By the Fans, For the Fans.

Aug 03, 202201:14:36
Hello Herkimer County Episode 009
Aug 03, 202241:34
Marty's Illegal Stick Episode 0087
Jul 27, 202259:34
Marty's Illegal Stick Episode 0086
Jul 21, 202201:34:54
Tiffany Talk Episode 0014
Jul 18, 202246:23
Hello Herkimer County Episode 008
Jul 13, 202235:39
Marty's Illegal Stick Episode 0085
Jul 12, 202257:26
Marty's Illegal Stick Episode 0084
Jul 05, 202201:17:42
Hello Herkimer County Episode 007
Jun 29, 202243:17
Marty's Illegal Stick Episode 0083
Jun 28, 202201:09:11
Hello Herkimer County Episode 006
Jun 23, 202226:51
Marty's Illegal Stick Episode 0082
Jun 22, 202201:09:25
Tiffany Talk Episode 0013
Jun 21, 202254:53
Hello Herkimer County Episode 005
Jun 08, 202228:19
Marty's Illegal Stick Episode 0081

Marty's Illegal Stick Episode 0081

Marty’s Illegal Stick’ spotlights local hockey players in the Mohawk Valley of New York, and people that have connections to the NHL.

In this episode, Connor Green from insidetherink.com joins Scott, Drew, and Dave the Save to discuss  Colorado’s dominance against Edmonton, can the Rangers success against the Lightning, NHL Award winners so far, and recent coaching changes. Plus we get a first-hand view of Dave the Save being delivered some drumsticks?

Subscribe to both Marty's Illegal Stick Hockey Podcast and Making It Reign (under the Hockey Royalty banner) on YouTube, Apple Podcasts, Spotify, and all major podcast platforms! Be sure to check https://martysillegalstick.com for new daily Mohawk Valley hockey content!

Marty's Illegal Stick Hockey Podcast: By the Fans, For the Fans.

Jun 08, 202201:04:10
Marty's Illegal Stick Episode 0080
Jun 04, 202201:07:16
Hello Herkimer County Episode 004
Jun 01, 202223:26
Hello Herkimer County Episode 003
May 25, 202247:25
Marty's Illegal Stick Episode 0079
May 25, 202201:13:06
Marty's Illegal Stick Episode 0078
May 21, 202201:13:36
Sportsbeat with Rob Drumm Episode 0037

Sportsbeat with Rob Drumm Episode 0037

This week we talk to Travis Heiser, owner of the Diamond Dawgs. We talk about the upcoming season and everything Diamond Dawgs.

After the commercial, the press box where we talk local and professional sports.

Sportsbeat with Rob Drumm is a weekly podcast about sports, any kind, and anywhere, with a special focus on the Mohawk Valley and Central New York.

May 19, 202254:40
Marty's Illegal Stick Episode 0077
May 17, 202256:39
Tiffany Talk Episode 0012
May 17, 202243:08
Small Town Life Episode 0002
May 17, 202224:46
Marty's Illegal Stick Episode 0076
May 13, 202201:37:42
Hello Herkimer County Episode 002
May 11, 202233:50
Marty's Illegal Stick Episode 0075
May 05, 202201:29:58
Marty's Illegal Stick Episode 0074
Apr 28, 202201:04:05
Hello Herkimer County Episode 001

Hello Herkimer County Episode 001

Hello Herkimer County is a bimonthly podcast from the Herkimer County Chamber of Commerce, hosted by Michele Hummel. Twice a month she'll talk about area issues, interview the people in the know, and try to keep you informed on what is happening in the County.

The Chamber’s mission is to foster a positive business environment for private and public entities operating in the County to assure the successful continuation of, and growth of, current and new business in our region.

For more information, you can visit them at herkimercountychamber.com.

Apr 27, 202228:18
Marty's Illegal Stick Episode 0073
Apr 22, 202201:33:09
Tiffany Talk Episode 0011
Apr 19, 202243:51
Marty's Illegal Stick Episode 0072
Apr 14, 202201:17:40
Marty's Illegal Stick Episode 0071
Apr 06, 202201:03:43
Marty's Illegal Stick Episode 0070

Marty's Illegal Stick Episode 0070

Marty’s Illegal Stick’ spotlights local hockey players in the Mohawk Valley of New York, and people that have connections to the NHL.

This episode of Marty's Illegal Stick Hockey Podcast features the voice of Utica Pioneers Hockey, Ray Biggs! We'll chat about Ray's career, review the season and look to the future for the Pioneers Men's and Women's Hockey Teams, covering the Division III Frozen Four in Lake Placid, covering the Utica City FC and their similarities to hockey, interesting facts about the state of Maine (?), and much more! 

Later, Scott gives his analysis of the week that was for the Utica Comets.  Subscribe to Marty's Illegal Stick Hockey Podcast on YouTube, Apple Podcasts, Spotify, and wherever you get your podcasts!

Mar 29, 202201:06:19
Tiffany Talk Episode 0010
Mar 22, 202246:06
Marty's Illegal Stick Episode 0068
Mar 16, 202201:23:51
Sportsbeat with Rob Drumm Episode 0036

Sportsbeat with Rob Drumm Episode 0036

This week we talk In a loaded pressbox segment about local high school basketball still in action. We hear about local college and the start of march madness for many in the local area. 

After the commercial, it's all professional with Utica Comets, NFL, MLB, NASCAR, F1, and more. 

Sportsbeat with Rob Drumm is a weekly podcast about sports, any kind, and anywhere, with a special focus on the Mohawk Valley and Central New York.

Mar 16, 202231:46
Sportsbeat with Rob Drumm Episode 0035

Sportsbeat with Rob Drumm Episode 0035

This week we catch up with Ilion Native and friend of the show: Tyler Head, Communications Manager of Atlanta Motor Speedway. We talk about  Atlanta's brand new track, new cars, new season, and so much more.

Special thanks to Tyler for taking the time to drop in ahead of NASCAR coming to Atlanta on March 18-20, 2022. 

In the Pressbox we wrap up local high school basketball, talk about Utica College Hockey, Utica Comets, MLB, NFL, and more. 

Sportsbeat with Rob Drumm is a weekly podcast about sports, any kind, and anywhere, with a special focus on the Mohawk Valley and Central New York.

Mar 10, 202252:00
Marty's Illegal Stick Episode 0067

Marty's Illegal Stick Episode 0067

Marty’s Illegal Stick’ spotlights local hockey players in the Mohawk Valley of New York, and people that have connections to the NHL.

The latest episode of Marty’s Illegal Stick Hockey Podcast will have a championship theme as John Moncovich, Brandon Osmundson, Mic Curran, Justin Allen, and Sean Dickson from the UCHC Champion Utica Pioneers join the show! 

Later on, we’ll find out what it’s like to be the in-house announcer for hockey games from former central New Yorker and current house announcer for the Roanoke Rail Yard Dawgs of the SPHL Roy Chambers!

Mar 09, 202201:57:56
Marty's Illegal Stick Episode 0066

Marty's Illegal Stick Episode 0066

Marty’s Illegal Stick’ spotlights local hockey players in the Mohawk Valley of New York, and people that have connections to the NHL.

This episode of Marty’s Illegal Stick Hockey Podcast features former Utica Pioneer Roman Ammirato! We’ll chat about Roman’s playing days with the Pioneers and the ECHL, the current Utica team, his current golf venture, and much more!

Then Utica Comets reporter for the Rome Daily Sentinel Ben Birnell comes on to talk some Comets hockey! We chat about the season so far, Kevin Dinneen’s impact, potential playoff opponents, New Jersey Devils options for player personnel, and much more!

Marty’s Illegal Stick Hockey Podcast: By the Fans, For the Fans.

Mar 03, 202201:24:40
Sportsbeat with Rob Drumm Episode 0034

Sportsbeat with Rob Drumm Episode 0034

This week on Sportsbeat we talk with Chris Ezzo of the Diamond Dawgs to get a season preview for the summer. We also talk about local high school basketball. 

In the Pressbox we recap high school basketball playoffs in section 3. We recap scores from recent Herkimer College, Syracuse University, and some NCAA news. Over on the Pro side of sports, we hit on the Comets, NFL, MLB, NASCAR, F1, soccer, and more. 

This episode is dedicated to John “Pope” Laurin who passed away unexpectedly last week. 

Also, we here at Sportsbeat stand with the People of Ukraine as they defend their land, way of life, and freedom. 

Sportsbeat with Rob Drumm is a weekly podcast about sports, any kind, anywhere, with a special focus on the Mohawk Valley and Central New York.

Mar 02, 202240:58
Marty's Illegal Stick Episode 0065

Marty's Illegal Stick Episode 0065

Marty’s Illegal Stick’ spotlights local hockey players in the Mohawk Valley of New York, and people that have connections to the NHL.

In this episode "The Voice of the Utica Comets" Jason Shaya joins the crew to talk about the Comets from his perspective as the team's play-by-play announcer! We chat about the keys to the team's success, the unsung heroes, take a behind the scenes look at the preparation involved with doing the play by play of a hockey game, and who Jason thinks are the "best in the business" when it comes to hockey play by play announcers!   

Afterward, the boys will discuss the Utica University Pioneers Men's and Women's hockey teams, news, Sean Avery signing in the ECHL - will we see him in the AHL, JT Miller, Semyon Varlamov, and more!  

Subscribe to Marty's Illegal Stick Hockey Podcast on YouTube, Apple Podcasts, Spotify, and all major podcast platforms! Check out our Facebook and Twitter pages and of course our website www.martysillegalstick.com.

Feb 24, 202201:31:41
Sportsbeat with Rob Drumm Episode 0033

Sportsbeat with Rob Drumm Episode 0033

We are back. After a few months off to deal with some personal matters, Sportsbeat is back. 

This week on Sportsbeat we cover high school basketball in the Pressbox segment. We break down the opening round and look ahead to the next round of sections. 

In college, we hear about Herkimer College, Syracuse University, and some NCAA news. 

Over on the Pro side of sports, we hit on on the NFL, MLB, NASCAR, the Olympics, and much more. 

Sportsbeat with Rob Drumm is a weekly podcast about sports, any kind, anywhere, with a special focus on the Mohawk Valley and Central New York.

Feb 23, 202239:13
Marty's Illegal Stick Episode 0064

Marty's Illegal Stick Episode 0064

Marty’s Illegal Stick’ spotlights local hockey players in the Mohawk Valley of New York, and people that have connections to the NHL.

In this episode, the Henrickson Family will come on to talk about their experience of being invited to Henrik Lundqvist's number retirement ceremony a few weeks ago at Madison Square Garden. They will also talk about previously being a part of a New York Rangers vs Nashville Predators game at the Garden in which they dropped the puck for the ceremonial opening face-off and more!  

Afterward, the boys will discuss the weekend that was for the Utica Comets, Utica College Pioneers, and news from around the NHL and the hockey world.

Feb 17, 202201:01:41
Tiffany Talk Episode 0009
Feb 16, 202255:51
Marty's Illegal Stick Episode 0063

Marty's Illegal Stick Episode 0063

Marty’s Illegal Stick’ spotlights local hockey players in the Mohawk Valley of New York, and people that have connections to the NHL.

Episode #63 features Scott Schuster and Josh Amodio from Bahl's Army! Bahl's Army resides in section 203 of the Adirondack Bank Center for all Utica Comets home games, and has made the "WHO'S OUT, BAHL'S OUT" chant a staple at Comets games! We go over how the Bahl's Army got started, how the Bahl's Out chant began, their experience of meeting Kevin Bahl after his big game against Springfield, our Comets picks for the canceled AHL All-Star Classic based on the article by Patrick Williams, is the Bahl's Army going to be hitting the road, and more! Then, the guys stick around to discuss the NHL All-Star Weekend, the rise of the Utica College Pioneers Men's Hockey Team to number two in the latest USCHO national Division III poll, and outdoor hockey games!  

Follow Bahl's Army on Twitter @BahlsArmy and follow Marty's Illegal Stick Hockey Podcast on Twitter @MartysStick and on Facebook and Instagram at Marty's Illegal Stick Hockey Podcast. You can subscribe to the show on Apple Podcasts, YouTube, Spotify, and all major podcast platforms! Marty's Illegal Stick Hockey Podcast - By the fans, for the fans of Mohawk Valley hockey!

Feb 08, 202201:10:46
Marty's Illegal Stick Episode 0062
Feb 02, 202201:25:48
Marty's Illegal Stick Episode 0061
Jan 28, 202201:10:44
Marty's Illegal Stick Episode 0060

Marty's Illegal Stick Episode 0060

Marty’s Illegal Stick’ spotlights local hockey players in the Mohawk Valley of New York, and people that have connections to the NHL.

Episode #60 features professional football player and big-time hockey enthusiast Brad Jones! Brad has quarterbacked American-style football teams in Poland, Switzerland, and is getting ready to take over as quarterback of the Ostrava Steelers in the Czech Republic! Playing in Europe he has had a good look at European hockey, and we'll discuss the way the game is played in Europe, the differences between European and North American hockey, his favorite hockey team, and players, and learning to skate at a later age than usual!

After Breakaway Trivia, Brad sticks around as we discuss the Utica Comets, the upcoming changes to the NHL testing protocols, potential moves for the New York Rangers, the New Islanders, Willie O'Ree's number getting retired and receiving the Congressional Gold Medal, and much more!

Jan 21, 202201:30:55
Marty's Illegal Stick Episode 0059

Marty's Illegal Stick Episode 0059

Marty’s Illegal Stick’ spotlights local hockey players in the Mohawk Valley of New York, and people that have connections to the NHL.

Episode #59 features the return of Dave "The Save" Warner! Dave has been with the show right from the start but has been gone for a while now while battling a near-fatal illness - he fills us in on what happened and his road ahead! Then, with Dom and Jeremy on the shelf for this episode Scott, Scott's daughter Maddy, and Dave The Save discuss the Utica Comets, the New Jersey Devils goaltending mess, the Evander Kane situation, the Tuukka Rask signing, and viewer comments and questions! 

Subscribe to "Marty's Illegal Stick Hockey Podcast" our YouTube channel, Apple Podcasts, Spotify, and all major podcast platforms under "Marty's Illegal Stick Hockey Podcast"!

Jan 13, 202247:42
Marty's Illegal Stick Episode 0058

Marty's Illegal Stick Episode 0058

Marty’s Illegal Stick’ spotlights local hockey players in the Mohawk Valley of New York, and people that have connections to the NHL.

Episode #58 of Marty's Illegal Stick Hockey Podcast is a "super show" with multiple guests! First, Utica College Pioneers Junior left-wing and team-leading goal scorer John Moncovich joins the show to talk about the hockey scene in his native North Carolina, the UC connection to the Hampton Roads Whalers, the Pioneers season so far, the team. and the season ahead!   

Then at 31:15 mark Neil Villapiano of The Devils State of Mind Podcast and Armand Klisivitch of https://thepuckauthority.com join the show to discuss how injuries and illnesses for the NJ Devils will affect the Utica Comets and Adirondack Thunder! The crew gets pretty animated, you don’t want to miss it!  

Subscribe to Marty’s Illegal Stick Hockey Podcast and The Hockey Podcast Network right here on YouTube! You can catch in-depth coverage of the ECHL at https://thepuckauthority.com!

Jan 06, 202201:43:48
Marty's Illegal Stick Episode 0057
Dec 31, 202101:29:54
Marty's Illegal Stick Episode 0056

Marty's Illegal Stick Episode 0056

‘Marty’s Illegal Stick’ spotlights local hockey players in the Mohawk Valley of New York, and people that have connections to the NHL.

Episode #56 of Marty's Illegal Stick Hockey Podcast features defenseman Jaxon Rutkowski of the number three ranked in the nation Utica College Pioneers men's hockey team! We chat with Jaxon about the season so far, exchanging pleasantries with referees, his time with the Hampton Roads Whalers of the USPHL, being recruited by Utica College and Coach Heenan, the hockey benefits of fishing and working outdoors, which Pioneer is the biggest pro wrestling fan, and so much more!  

Later in the episode, we discuss Utica Comets Head Coach Kevin Dineen and the restless New Jersey Devils fanbase, postponements, the Olympics, and the biggest surprises and disappointments of the NHL season so far!  You can subscribe to Marty's Illegal Stick Hockey Podcast on YouTube, Apple Podcasts, Spotify, and all other major podcast platforms!

Dec 22, 202101:25:03
Marty's Illegal Stick Episode 0055

Marty's Illegal Stick Episode 0055

‘Marty’s Illegal Stick’ spotlights local hockey players in the Mohawk Valley of New York, and people that have connections to the NHL.

Tune in to Episode #55 with our guest Neil Villapiano of the Devils State of Mind Podcast! We'll chat with Neil about the New Jersey Devils, the Jack Hughes contract extension, the Utica Comets, who else in Utica could get a potential call-up as the season goes on, the sudden injury bug hitting the goaltender position throughout the organization and so much more!  The Devils State of Mind Podcast is a part of The Hockey Podcast Network. You can find the Devil's State of Mind Podcast on all major podcast networks.

Dec 16, 202101:38:00
Marty's Illegal Stick Episode 0054
Dec 08, 202101:10:21
Marty's Illegal Stick Episode 0053

Marty's Illegal Stick Episode 0053

‘Marty’s Illegal Stick’ spotlights local hockey players in the Mohawk Valley of New York, and people that have connections to the NHL.

A brand new episode of Marty's Illegal Stick features Andy Derminio of WIBX radio! Andy joins the boys to talk about the Utica Comets' continued dominance and the keys to it, the Utica College Pioneers, and their big Thanksgiving tournament, as well as news and news from around the NHL! Subscribe to Marty's Illegal Stick Hockey Podcast YouTube channel to catch the show as well as clips from past shows!

Dec 01, 202101:26:29
Marty's Illegal Stick Episode 0052

Marty's Illegal Stick Episode 0052

‘Marty’s Illegal Stick’ spotlights local hockey players in the Mohawk Valley of New York, and people that have connections to the NHL.

Episode #52 of Marty's Illegal Stick features Sean O'Brien of the Calder Farmstead: an AHL podcast! We discuss the AHL recording-breaking Utica Comets, the AHL North, and how the Comets stack up against other powerhouses in the AHL! You can find Sean's AHL analytical work at bit.ly/datadumpandchase, and the Calder Farmstead: an AHL Podcast is available on YouTube and all major podcast platforms! 

After Breakaway Trivia, Scott and Jeremy discuss the big upcoming Thanksgiving tournament hosted by the number two nationally ranked Utica College Pioneers men's ice hockey team, new third uniforms for the New Jersey Devils and LA Kings, is it time to panic on Long Island, and more!

Nov 24, 202101:21:59
Marty's Illegal Stick Episode 0051

Marty's Illegal Stick Episode 0051

‘Marty’s Illegal Stick’ spotlights local hockey players in the Mohawk Valley of New York, and people that have connections to the NHL.

In this episode of Marty’s Illegal Stick, we welcome Armand Klisvitch from ThePuckAuthority.com to talk about the Adirondack Thunder of the ECHL! The Thunder are the ECHL affiliate of the Utica Comets, and Armand gives us a look at the team and the league! 

In Hot Takes we discuss the hot starts of the Utica College Pioneers and Utica Comets and a certain Twitter controversy along with our thoughts on the Jack Eichel trade!

Nov 12, 202101:19:09
Marty's Illegal Stick Episode 0050

Marty's Illegal Stick Episode 0050

‘Marty’s Illegal Stick’ spotlights local hockey players in the Mohawk Valley of New York, and people that have connections to the NHL.

This episode of Marty’s Illegal Stick features the President of the Original Hockey Hall of Fame Larry Paquette! Larry discusses how the original hall came to be, its relationship with the Hall of Fame in Toronto, the roots of the game, artifacts at the Original Hall and so much more! 

In Hot Takes the boys talk about the Comets continued hot start, Utica College’s season-opening series against Adrian, and the Adam Fox contract extension! 

The Zamboni Time Machine looks at a goalie who apparently lived several other lives!

Nov 05, 202101:27:55
Sportsbeat with Rob Drumm Episode 0032

Sportsbeat with Rob Drumm Episode 0032

This week on Sportsbeat in the Pressbox segment about high school sports already being in the post season for fall 1 with some local college sports mixed in. We also discuss college football in detail.

Over one the Pro side of sports we do a recap on the NFL midway point, MLB World Series, Formula 1 in Texas, NASCAR  much more.

Sportsbeat with Rob Drumm is a weekly podcast about sports, any kind, and anywhere, with a special focus on the Mohawk Valley and Central New York.

Oct 29, 202132:17
Marty's Illegal Stick Episode 0049

Marty's Illegal Stick Episode 0049

‘Marty’s Illegal Stick’ spotlights local hockey players in the Mohawk Valley of New York, and people that have connections to the NHL.

In this episode of Marty’s Illegal Stick, we do our Utica College Men’s Ice Hockey preview with Coach Gary Heenan! Coach Heenan talks about expectations for the upcoming season as well as recapping what he saw out of the team in the preseason! 

Hot Takes covers the scandal in Chicago, when a start to a season turns into panic mode, and the Utica Comets undefeated start! 

The Zamboni Time Machine looks at a time an autograph snub went terribly wrong!

Oct 29, 202101:05:42
Marty's Illegal Stick Episode 0048

Marty's Illegal Stick Episode 0048

‘Marty’s Illegal Stick’ spotlights local hockey players in the Mohawk Valley of New York, and people that have connections to the NHL.

In this episode of Marty’s Illegal Stick, we bring in Joe Konze from trainwrecksports.com to talk about some Buffalo Sabres hockey! Train Wreck Sports is a Buffalo-based multi-media sports site, and Joe gives his opinions on the current state of the Sabres, Jack Eichel, the Pegulas, prospects and the future of the team, and more! 

In Hot Takes we talk about Nikita Kucherov, Evander Kane, and the Utica Comets opening day win!

Oct 22, 202101:34:48
Tiffany Talk Episode 0008
Oct 19, 202144:28
Sportsbeat with Rob Drumm Episode 0031

Sportsbeat with Rob Drumm Episode 0031

This week on Sportsbeat we talk in the  Pressbox about high school and local college sports in our area. We also discuss college football in detail.

Over one the Pro side of sports we talk MLB Playoffs, NFL news, Formula 1 in Turkey, and NASCAR with the drama from Charolette and much more.

Sportsbeat with Rob Drumm is a weekly podcast about sports, any kind, and anywhere, with a special focus on the Mohawk Valley and Central New York.

Oct 15, 202133:55
Marty's Illegal Stick Episode 0047

Marty's Illegal Stick Episode 0047

‘Marty’s Illegal Stick’ spotlights local hockey players in the Mohawk Valley of New York, and people that have connections to the NHL.

In this episode of Marty’s Illegal Stick, Dom Reile from Reile Talk joins us for our Utica Comets preview show! We discuss everything Comets and their outlook for the season. Then we discuss the start of the NHL season and a lot of Rangers news - all while Jeremy and Dom, both are Rangers fans, provide commentary from the Rangers game on TV as it happens! 

The Zamboni Time Machine takes a look at Utica’s first entry into the AHL!

Oct 15, 202101:15:33
Marty's Illegal Stick Episode 0046

Marty's Illegal Stick Episode 0046

‘Marty’s Illegal Stick’ spotlights local hockey players in the Mohawk Valley of New York, and people that have connections to the NHL.

This episode kicks off season 2 of Marty’s Illegal Stick with the announcement of our first-ever contest and Gump’s story of drinking with the 1972 Boston Bruins! We then preview the upcoming NHL season and discuss the Sabres options with Jack Eichel! 

The Zamboni Time Machine looks at a Hall of Famer who risked everything to play hockey in North America!

Oct 08, 202101:06:08
Sportsbeat with Rob Drumm Episode 0030

Sportsbeat with Rob Drumm Episode 0030

This week on Sportsbeat we are joined by Zach Steele, Asst. Football Coach and Teacher for Herkimer High School. We talk about the season and all-around football. 

In the Pressbox segment, we talk about high school and local college sports in our area. We also discuss college football in detail. 

Over one the Pro side of the house we touch on some NFL news, MLB standings, upcoming Formula 1 in Russia, NASCAR, and much more

Sportsbeat with Rob Drumm is a weekly podcast about sports, any kind, and anywhere, with a special focus on the Mohawk Valley and Central New York.

Oct 01, 202149:45
Marty's Illegal Stick Episode 0045

Marty's Illegal Stick Episode 0045

‘Marty’s Illegal Stick’ spotlights local hockey players in the Mohawk Valley of New York, and people that have connections to the NHL.

In this episode of Marty’s Illegal Stick, we welcome Connor Green of the Puck Lines Podcast! Puck Lines is a Boston Bruins-based podcast and we chat about the outlook for the Bruins, strengths, and weaknesses of the team, will Tukka Rask be back, and more! We then talk about the rest of the NHL including the top ten player list from nhl.com, the Eastern Conference, and more! 

Then The Zamboni Time Machine takes a look at an iconic hockey TV program!

Oct 01, 202101:06:58
Sportsbeat with Rob Drumm Episode 0029

Sportsbeat with Rob Drumm Episode 0029

This week on Sportsbeat we discuss a loaded Pressbox segment again talking about the high school and local college sports in our area. We also discuss college football. 

Over one the Pro side of the house we touch on some NFL news, MLB standings, upcoming Formula 1 in Russia, NASCAR, and much more

We dedicate this episode to Tyler Christman and Congressman Sherwood Boehlert. 

Tyler was a JV football player from Carthage NY, who passed away earlier today after sustaining an injury during a game over the weekend. 

Congressman Boehlert was a 12 term congressman and statesman of the CNY area and respected pillar of the community. 

Sportsbeat with Rob Drumm is a weekly podcast about sports, any kind, and anywhere, with a special focus on the Mohawk Valley and Central New York.

Sep 24, 202137:12
Marty's Illegal Stick Episode 0044

Marty's Illegal Stick Episode 0044

‘Marty’s Illegal Stick’ spotlights local hockey players in the Mohawk Valley of New York, and people that have connections to the NHL.

In this episode of Marty’s Illegal Stick, we talk New Jersey Devils hockey with the host of the Devils State of Mind podcast Neil Villapiano! We chat about Devils prospects and we can expect to see in Utica this season playing for the Comets, as well as the Devils rivalry with the Rangers! We then chat about Zdeno Chara, and our way too early picks for the Stanley Cup Final! 

The Zamboni Time Machine looks at a game that sparked the formation of the “334 Club”?

Sep 24, 202101:34:11
Tiffany Talk Episode 0007
Sep 21, 202140:15
Sportsbeat with Rob Drumm Episode 0028

Sportsbeat with Rob Drumm Episode 0028

This week on Sportsbeat we discuss a loaded Pressbox segment again talking about the high school and local college sports in our area. We also discuss college football. 

Over one the Pro side of the house we touch on some NFL news, MLB standings, Formula 1 in Italy, NASCAR, and much more

We end recapping the 20th Anniversary of 9/11/01.

Sportsbeat with Rob Drumm is a weekly podcast about sports, any kind, and anywhere, with a special focus on the Mohawk Valley and Central New York.

Sep 17, 202144:55
Marty's Illegal Stick Episode 0043

Marty's Illegal Stick Episode 0043

‘Marty’s Illegal Stick’ spotlights local hockey players in the Mohawk Valley of New York, and people that have connections to the NHL.

In this episode of Marty’s Illegal Stick, we welcome back Utica College Men’s Ice Hockey team Head Coach Gary Heenan! Coach Heenan gives us a preview of what to expect for this upcoming season of Pioneers hockey, the preparations that go into a hockey season, how the team got started, and his experience on TV for the Utica Comets! 

Then the panel discusses the season outlooks for the Tampa Bay Lightning and Edmonton Oilers while Dave The Save dreams of space travel, and The Zamboni Time Machine takes a look at a legendary series of tournaments that defined Cold War hockey!

Sep 17, 202101:20:55
Sportsbeat with Rob Drumm Episode 0027

Sportsbeat with Rob Drumm Episode 0027

This week on Sportsbeat we discuss a loaded Pressbox segment again talking about the high school and local college sports that are back in the fall. We also discuss college football week one and the report from Syracuse University from the Women’s Basketball Team. 

Over one the Pro side of the house we touch on some NFL news, HoF inductions and MLB, standings, Formula 1 in the Netherlands, NASCAR, and much more.

We end by discussing the 20th Anniversary of 9/11/01. 

This episode is dedicated to all those we lost that day, and those who died due to 9-11 sickness related to the recovery efforts. 

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Sportsbeat with Rob Drumm is a weekly podcast about sports, any kind, and anywhere, with a special focus on the Mohawk Valley and Central New York.

Sep 10, 202133:29
Marty's Illegal Stick Episode 0042

Marty's Illegal Stick Episode 0042

‘Marty’s Illegal Stick’ spotlights local hockey players in the Mohawk Valley of New York, and people that have connections to the NHL.

In this episode of Marty’s Illegal Stick, we take a shot at building our ideal hockey player. Gump, the Professor, and Scott channel their inner Dr. Frankenstein and piece together their ideal player using the hockey DNA of any player past or present in 12 different categories! 

In Hot Takes, we discuss the Arizona Coyotes potentially getting a new arena and if it is worth it for them to stay in the desert, then The Zamboni Time Machine takes a look at a legendary goaltender who has a trophy named for him!

Sep 10, 202101:03:18
Marty's Illegal Stick Episode 0041

Marty's Illegal Stick Episode 0041

‘Marty’s Illegal Stick’ spotlights local hockey players in the Mohawk Valley of New York, and people that have connections to the NHL.

In this episode of Marty’s Illegal Stick, we chat with co-host of the On Thin Ice podcast and fellow beer leaguer Ed Stefaniak! Ed shares his experience in youth hockey, the Proctor Raiders, and college hockey at MVCC and sticks around to give his unabashed opinions during Hockey Hot Takes!

Then, The Zamboni Time Machine takes a look at the time the Montreal Canadiens bought an entire league just to get one player!

Sep 03, 202101:17:37
Sportsbeat with Rob Drumm Episode 0026

Sportsbeat with Rob Drumm Episode 0026

This week on Sportsbeat we discuss a loaded Pressbox segment talking about the high school sports, Utica Comets, and the passing of the man who designed the AUD, College football, NFL, MLB, Formula 1 fall out from the Hungarian GP, NASCAR, and much more

Sportsbeat with Rob Drumm is a weekly podcast about sports, any kind, and anywhere, with a special focus on the Mohawk Valley and Central New York.

Aug 27, 202132:04
Marty's Illegal Stick Episode 0040

Marty's Illegal Stick Episode 0040

‘Marty’s Illegal Stick’ spotlights local hockey players in the Mohawk Valley of New York, and people that have connections to the NHL.

In this episode of Marty’s Illegal Stick, we chat with New Hartford native and former Mohawk Valley Prowler Mark Kotary! We talk about his early playing days including leaving home early to play prep school hockey and his standout college hockey career. We then talk about his days with the Prowlers, the unique coaching style of Dave “The Hammer” Schultz, and Mark's store Mark Kotary Hockey Supply! 

After talking about news from around the hockey world, the Zamboni Time Machine looks at a short-lived but dominant Coast Guard hockey team!

Aug 27, 202101:47:10
Marty's Illegal Stick Episode 0039

Marty's Illegal Stick Episode 0039

‘Marty’s Illegal Stick’ spotlights local hockey players in the Mohawk Valley of New York, and people that have connections to the NHL.

In this episode of Marty’s Illegal Stick, Jimmy “The Iceman” MacNeil makes his return! Jimmy was the Zamboni Company’s Driver of the Year in 1999 and drove across Canada on a Zamboni during The Drive for Gold in 2001! We chat about the Drive for Gold, analytics in hockey, and his book The Red and White Zamboni Ice Machine! 

In Hot Takes we discuss ads on jerseys and a certain billboard in Buffalo while the Zamboni Time Machine looks at a team owner that changed the game forever but went to prison!

Aug 20, 202101:11:45
Tiffany Talk Episode 0006
Aug 17, 202135:22
Sportsbeat with Rob Drumm Episode 0025

Sportsbeat with Rob Drumm Episode 0025

This week on Sportsbeat we talk to Chris Ezzo who serves as Operations Director and Clubhouse Manager for the Mohawk Valley Diamond Dawgs. He talks about his story, the behind-the-scenes aspects of the team, and some fun stories he has from his 10 years with them. We also talk about local high school sports that he is involved in. 

This week we have a loaded Pressbox segment talking about the Utica Comets, NFL Hall of Fame and preseason, MLB, NBA, Formula 1 fall out from the Hungarian GP, NASCAR at Watkins Glen, Olympics, College Football, and the passing of Bobby Bowden with an interesting historical fact, and more. 

This episode of Sportsbeat is dedicated to Hall of Fame Coach Bobby Bowden. RIP

Sportsbeat with Rob Drumm is a weekly podcast about sports, any kind, and anywhere, with a special focus on the Mohawk Valley and Central New York.

Aug 13, 202137:47
Marty's Illegal Stick Episode 0038

Marty's Illegal Stick Episode 0038

‘Marty’s Illegal Stick’ spotlights local hockey players in the Mohawk Valley of New York, and people that have connections to the NHL.

In this episode of Marty’s Illegal Stick, we chat with former NHLer and Utica Devil Jim Thomson! Jim tells us about the superstar he had to cover in his first game, his time with Utica Devils and Coach Tom McVie, the toll fighting in the game takes on players, gives some incredible insight into the 1993 Stanley Cup final - including certain illegal sticks!

Aug 13, 202101:33:05
Sportsbeat with Rob Drumm Episode 0024

Sportsbeat with Rob Drumm Episode 0024

This week on Sportsbeat we talk to Vani Patel who served as summer staff for the Diamond Dawgs. She talks about her story, the behind-the-scenes aspects of the team, and some lessons she learned along the way. 

In the Pressbox we talk about the Mohawk Valley Diamond Dawgs, MLB season updates, NBA off-season, the Olympics, college football, fall out from Syracuse resignations, and more. 

Sportsbeat with Rob Drumm is a weekly podcast about sports, any kind, and anywhere, with a special focus on the Mohawk Valley and Central New York.

Aug 06, 202148:28
Marty's Illegal Stick Episode 0037

Marty's Illegal Stick Episode 0037

‘Marty’s Illegal Stick’ spotlights local hockey players in the Mohawk Valley of New York, and people that have connections to the NHL.

In this episode of Marty’s Illegal Stick, we welcome Kelly Kalichman of the EmPowerPlay Project! The EmPowerPlay Project is an organization dedicated to the growth of dek hockey by providing an affordable alternative to ice hockey and helping to build rinks all over the country! We also talk about the great Montreal sports scene of the ’60s and ’70s, hockey in Southern California, and how the EmPowerPlay Project is achieving its goals. 

In Hot Takes we chat about the Ryan Reaves trade and John Tortorella’s new job while The Zamboni Time Machine looks at the further adventures of Eddie Shore - this time as a team owner (you won’t believe some of the things he did)!

Aug 06, 202101:32:26
Sportsbeat with Rob Drumm Episode 0023

Sportsbeat with Rob Drumm Episode 0023

This week on Sportsbeat we talk to John Archer, pitcher for the Diamond Dawgs. He talks about his start and win against Watertown, his baseball journey, some thoughts on the season, and some of his local go-to food places. 

In the Pressbox we talk about the diamond dawgs recent game recap, MLB season updates, NBA finals, the Olympics, and more. 

Sportsbeat with Rob Drumm is a weekly podcast about sports, any kind, and anywhere, with a special focus on the Mohawk Valley and Central New York.

Jul 30, 202132:58
Marty's Illegal Stick Episode 0036

Marty's Illegal Stick Episode 0036

‘Marty’s Illegal Stick’ spotlights local hockey players in the Mohawk Valley of New York, and people that have connections to the NHL.

In this episode of Marty’s Illegal Stick, we welcome Gil Martin of the Locked On Islanders Podcast along with the return of the Emmy Award-winning Rich Massucci! We chat all things Islanders and then cover the NHL Expansion Draft, Entry Draft, and the winners and losers from Free Agent Frenzy! 

Then the Zamboni Time Machine looks at a time that a hall of fame defenseman drove through a blizzard with half a windshield to get to a game?

Jul 30, 202101:04:59
Sportsbeat with Rob Drumm Episode 0022

Sportsbeat with Rob Drumm Episode 0022

This week on Sportsbeat we talk to Joey Silen, a pitcher for the Mohawk Valley Diamond Dawgs. He talks about the big win against Amsterdam, his baseball journey, some thoughts on the season, and some of his favorite local food places. 

In the Pressbox we talk about the Diamond Dawgs big MLB signings, some MLB scores, the NBA finals, the Olympics, NASCAR, and more. 

Sportsbeat with Rob Drumm is a weekly podcast about sports, any kind, and anywhere, with a special focus on the Mohawk Valley and Central New York.

Jul 23, 202129:40
Marty's Illegal Stick Episode 0035

Marty's Illegal Stick Episode 0035

‘Marty’s Illegal Stick’ spotlights local hockey players in the Mohawk Valley of New York, and people that have connections to the NHL.

In this episode of Marty’s Illegal Stick, Scott, Gump, the Professor, and Dave the Save discuss the Expansion Draft! We were originally going to do a mock draft but social media leaked the actual picks before our show so we discussed the surprises, the Seattle sports market and we compare/contrast the Vegas entry draft! 

In Hot Takes, we discuss Jack Eichel possibly going to the Rangers, should the number one draft picks turn pro right away, and the NHL in the Olympics, while The Zamboni Time Machine looks at the time Wayne Gretzky almost broke in the NHL in the province of Quebec?

Jul 23, 202101:10:38
Tiffany Talk Episode 0005
Jul 20, 202130:45
Sportsbeat with Rob Drumm Episode 0021

Sportsbeat with Rob Drumm Episode 0021

This week we have special guest TylerHead, Communications Manager of Atlanta Motor Speedway, and Kyle Stephens NASCAR Photographer for TRE & KAS Photography. We talk about all aspects of NASCARs current season, news, the track redesign, next-generation cars, and much more 

Special thanks to Tyler and Kyle for taking the time to talk to us.

Sportsbeat with Rob Drumm is a weekly podcast about sports, any kind, and anywhere, with a special focus on the Mohawk Valley and Central New York.

Jul 16, 202152:56
Marty's Illegal Stick Episode 0034

Marty's Illegal Stick Episode 0034

‘Marty’s Illegal Stick’ spotlights local hockey players in the Mohawk Valley of New York, and people that have connections to the NHL.

This episode of Marty’s Illegal is part 2 of our roundtable discussion of the EHL and old time hockey! Terry Mulvey, Tom Telaar, Rocky Rukavina are back and this time they are joined by former Clinton Comet Pierre Prevost!

Since this episode is one big history lesson, The Zamboni Time Machine gets a break again this week!

Jul 16, 202101:27:06
Sportsbeat with Rob Drumm Episode 0020

Sportsbeat with Rob Drumm Episode 0020

This week in our spotlight series featuring Mohawk Valley Diamond Dawgs we are joined by Chris Palmer. He is a Pitcher for the Dawgs and plays college at St Rose. We get to know a little bit about Chris, his story, what his baseball journey has looked like, and some fun facts. 

Thanks to Chris for taking the time to talk to us while on the road. 

In the Pressbox we go around with some baseball and basketball news, some Olympic fallout, and NASCAR look ahead to the race this week in Atlanta, and much more…

Sportsbeat with Rob Drumm is a weekly podcast about sports, any kind, and anywhere, with a special focus on the Mohawk Valley and Central New York.

Jul 09, 202125:39
Marty's Illegal Stick Episode 0033
Jul 09, 202101:11:47
Sportsbeat with Rob Drumm Episode 0019

Sportsbeat with Rob Drumm Episode 0019

This week the Pressbox we go around with diamond dawgs walk-off win, some big NASCAR news, MLB and NBA updates, Olympic trial updates, and fall out from NCAA Supreme Court Case fall out, and much more…

Sportsbeat with Rob Drumm is a weekly podcast about sports, any kind, and anywhere, with a special focus on the Mohawk Valley and Central New York.

Jul 02, 202115:30
Marty's Illegal Stick Episode 0032

Marty's Illegal Stick Episode 0032

‘Marty’s Illegal Stick’ spotlights local hockey players in the Mohawk Valley of New York, and people that have connections to the NHL.

In this episode of Marty’s Illegal Stick, we chat with the Editorial and Education Facilitator for the Hockey Hall of Fame, Kevin Shea! Kevin has also written 19 hockey books including assisting with the autobiographies of legends Larry Robinson and Derek Sanderson! We also talk about his work with the hall of fame, the Scotiabank Road Hockey to Conquer Cancer, and the Society for International Hockey Research! Kevin also participates in Hot Takes where we cover the state of the league address and the NHL Awards while the Zamboni Time Machine looks at a ten-year-old who used to fly to hockey practice?

Jul 02, 202101:53:23
Sportsbeat with Rob Drumm Episode 0018

Sportsbeat with Rob Drumm Episode 0018

This week starts our spotlight series on players with the Mohawk Valley Diamond Dawgs. Leading off is Mike Becchetti, shortstop for the Dawgs this year. We get to know a little bit about Mike, his story, what his baseball journey has looked like, and some fun facts. 

Thanks to Mike for taking the time to talk to us while on the road for a game. 

In the Pressbox we go around with some high school and college shoutouts, NCAA Supreme Court Case fall out, college football expansion, the upcoming Olympics, and much more…

Sportsbeat with Rob Drumm is a weekly podcast about sports, any kind, and anywhere, with a special focus on the Mohawk Valley and Central New York.

Jun 25, 202133:12
Marty's Illegal Stick Episode 0031

Marty's Illegal Stick Episode 0031

‘Marty’s Illegal Stick’ spotlights local hockey players in the Mohawk Valley of New York, and people that have connections to the NHL.

This episode of Marty’s Illegal Stick features former NHLer and current scout for the Minnesota Wild, Mark Mowers! We chat about Mark’s early influences and rivalries while playing for Whitesboro High School, his standout career at the University of New Hampshire, his career in the NHL, playing in Europe, and what he looks for in a player as a scout! 

Hot takes covers sled hockey and the NHL Playoffs while The Zamboni Time Machine looks at the original clown prince of hockey!


Jun 25, 202101:28:59
Tiffany Talk Episode 0004
Jun 22, 202159:20
Marty's Illegal Stick Episode 0030

Marty's Illegal Stick Episode 0030

‘Marty’s Illegal Stick’ spotlights local hockey players in the Mohawk Valley of New York, and people that have connections to the NHL.

In this episode of Marty’s Illegal Stick, we chat with Eastern Hockey League historian Tom Telaar! Tom runs the Eastern Hockey League Facebook page and www.theehl.com! We talk about how the EHL started, its influence on southern hockey, of course, the Clinton Comets and so much more! 

In Hot Takes we discuss the Gerard Gallant hiring, Owen Power, and the NHL playoffs and The Zamboni Time Machine Takes a look at an arena where teams had to skate uphill?

Jun 18, 202101:38:11
Sportsbeat with Rob Drumm Episode 0017

Sportsbeat with Rob Drumm Episode 0017

This week on Sportsbeat we continue with our very special guest: local legend, Bob Casullo. In part two of our interview, we talk more about his thoughts on the NFL,  some of the league's pitfalls, more college, and a few more life lessons. 

We again thank Bob for taking some time to join us on Sportsbeat. 

Sportsbeat with Rob Drumm is all about sports, any kind, and anywhere, with a special focus on the Mohawk Valley and Central New York.

Jun 11, 202138:53
Marty's Illegal Stick Episode 0029

Marty's Illegal Stick Episode 0029

‘Marty’s Illegal Stick’ spotlights local hockey players in the Mohawk Valley of New York, and people that have connections to the NHL.

In this episode of Marty’s Illegal Stick, we chat with Dom Reile from Reile Talk! Dom is a hockey nut just like us, and we cover all kinds of hockey topics like the unknown hockey hotbed that is Central New York, the NHL playoffs, Rangers, Sabres and so much more! 

Then The Zamboni Time Machine takes a look back at a goalie who was once arrested while naked?

Jun 11, 202101:16:34
Sportsbeat with Rob Drumm Episode 0016

Sportsbeat with Rob Drumm Episode 0016

This week on Sportsbeat we have a special episode with a very special guest: local legend, Bob Casullo. In part one of our interview we catch up with Bob, talk about his thoughts on the NFL, the Aaron Rodgers saga, Al Davis, College, and some life lessons. 

We thank Bob for taking some time to join us on Sportsbeat. 

Sportsbeat with Rob Drumm is all about sports, any kind, and anywhere, with a special focus on the Mohawk Valley and Central New York.

Jun 04, 202133:07
Marty's Illegal Stick Episode 0028

Marty's Illegal Stick Episode 0028

‘Marty’s Illegal Stick’ spotlights local hockey players in the Mohawk Valley of New York, and people that have connections to the NHL.

In this episode of Marty’s Illegal Stick, we play the number game! Who was the best to wear the number 9? The number 10? We go through seven more numbers besides those! 

Hot Takes covers the draft lottery and NHL playoffs and The Zamboni Time Machine takes a look at a goaltender and forward who had mishaps on the ice you simply can’t make up!

Jun 04, 202101:03:24
Sportsbeat with Rob Drumm Episode 0015

Sportsbeat with Rob Drumm Episode 0015

This week in the pressbox we talk with Travis Heiser, owner of the Mohawk Valley Diamond Dawgs about their upcoming season which starts on June 3rd. 

In the press box, we recap area sports scores across high schools, as well as Herkimer and Utica College. 

We also cover Diamond Dawgs news, MLB, NASCAR, recap Formula 1 at the Monaco Grand Prix, and the upcoming Indy500 this weekend. 

Sportsbeat with Rob Drumm is all about sports, any kind, and anywhere, with a special focus on the Mohawk Valley and Central New York.

May 28, 202135:53
Marty's Illegal Stick Episode 0027

Marty's Illegal Stick Episode 0027

‘Marty’s Illegal Stick’ spotlights local hockey players in the Mohawk Valley of New York, and people that have connections to the NHL.  

In this episode of Marty’s Illegal Stick, we talk to former Western Hockey League referee Brian Mack! Brian tells us about his experiences refereeing junior hockey in the ’80s and the future Hall of Famers along the way, and then transitioning to reffing in roller hockey!   

In Hot Takes we cover the NHL playoffs and the Ovechkin post-game shouting incident, then The Zamboni Time Machine takes a look at the Joe Namath of the NHL!

May 28, 202101:03:14
Sportsbeat with Rob Drumm Episode 0014

Sportsbeat with Rob Drumm Episode 0014

This week in the pressbox we recap area sports scores across high schools, Herkimer College, and Utica College, and Syracuse University. 

We also cover Diamond Dawgs, Horse Racing Fallout, Nascar, MLB, and more. 

Sportsbeat with Rob Drumm is all about sports, any kind, and anywhere, with a special focus on the Mohawk Valley and Central New York.

May 21, 202125:10
Marty's Illegal Stick Episode 0026

Marty's Illegal Stick Episode 0026

‘Marty’s Illegal Stick’ spotlights local hockey players in the Mohawk Valley of New York, and people that have connections to the NHL.

In this episode of Marty’s Illegal Stick, we chat with former NHLer Tim Sestito! Tim tells us about his experiences with the Oilers, Devils, in the AHL, and overseas in the KHL! 

In Hot Takes we cover the NHL playoffs and LTIR loopholes, and The Zamboni Time Machine takes a look at Evel Knievel the hockey player?

May 21, 202159:43
Tiffany Talk Episode 0003
May 18, 202141:35
Sportsbeat with Rob Drumm Episode 0013

Sportsbeat with Rob Drumm Episode 0013

This week we only do a  pressbox segment where we recap area sports scores across high schools, Herkimer College, and Utica College, and Syracuse University. 

We also cover Utica Comets, Diamond Dawgs, Kentucky Derby Fallout, Nascar, MLB, NFL, and more 

Sportsbeat with Rob Drumm is all about sports, any kind, and anywhere, with a special focus on the Mohawk Valley and Central New York.

May 14, 202122:17
Marty's Illegal Stick Episode 0025

Marty's Illegal Stick Episode 0025

‘Marty’s Illegal Stick’ spotlights local hockey players in the Mohawk Valley of New York, and people that have connections to the NHL.

In this episode of Marty’s Illegal Stick, the boys do our NHL playoff preview show! Scott, Jeremy, and Rich give their predictions on who gets upset, who advances, and who ultimately lifts Lord Stanley’s hardware! 

In Hot Takes we cover coaches getting fired, the Jack Eichel situation, and Connor McDavid’s season! 

The Zamboni Time Machines takes a look back to a team that a strip club in the basement of its rink?

May 14, 202101:12:55
Sportsbeat with Rob Drumm Episode 0012

Sportsbeat with Rob Drumm Episode 0012

In this episode, we are joined by Jason Rathbun, Head Coach of the Baseball Team at Herkimer College. We talked about all the steps leading into this season, what his team has been able to accomplish, what post-season is going to look like, what 500 wins mean for him, and how he got to the hill. 

In the press box, we recap area sports scores across high schools, Herkimer College, and Utica College, and Syracuse University. 

We also cover the Utica Comets, Indycar, Nascar, MLB, and the NFL draft fallout. 

Sportsbeat with Rob Drumm is all about sports, any kind, and anywhere, with a special focus on the Mohawk Valley and Central New York.

May 07, 202139:03
Marty's Illegal Stick Episode 0024

Marty's Illegal Stick Episode 0024

‘Marty’s Illegal Stick’ spotlights local hockey players in the Mohawk Valley of New York, and people that have connections to the NHL.

In this episode of Marty’s Illegal Stick, it’s part 2 of our interview with former NY Ranger Dale Purinton! This time we talk about his first NHL goal, his career in the AHL and the struggles with alcohol and the law he had post hockey, and how he has overcome them! 

In Hot Takes we cover the Tom Wilson incident, the AHL playoff situation, and will Jaromir Jagr ever stop playing? 

The Zamboni Time Machine takes a look at the time a historic goalie mask was stolen from the Hall of Fame and its mistaken identity!

May 07, 202101:09:28
Sportsbeat with Rob Drumm Episode 0011

Sportsbeat with Rob Drumm Episode 0011

In this episode, we are joined by Josh Lanza, co-head coach of ESports at Herkimer College to recap an amazing first year culminating with a National Championship for the Call of Duty team brought home last weekend. Also, Josh shares breaking news with us that he has accepted a new post at St. Lawerence University as their E-sports coordinator starting next year. Congratulations to the team and to Josh.   

In the press box, we recap area sports scores across high schools, Herkimer College, and Utica College, and Syracuse University. Congratulations to Herkimer College Baseball Coach Jason Rathbun on his 500th Win with the Generals. 

We also cover Utica Comets, Indycar, Nascar, MLB, NFL, and some Scott and Rob losing in the first round of fantasy hockey.

Sportsbeat with Rob Drumm is all about sports, any kind, and anywhere, with a special focus on the Mohawk Valley and Central New York.

Apr 30, 202134:06
Marty's Illegal Stick Episode 0023

Marty's Illegal Stick Episode 0023

‘Marty’s Illegal Stick’ spotlights local hockey players in the Mohawk Valley of New York, and people that have connections to the NHL.

In this episode of Marty’s Illegal Stick, it’s part 1 of our interview with former New York Ranger Dale Purinton! We talk about Dale’s time in Junior Hockey and with the Rangers, fighting in hockey and CTE (after the show we realized there was so much we didn’t get to that he’s coming back)! 

Hot Takes covers what if a Soviet goaltending legend actually played for the Canadiens and the NHL playoff format, and The Zamboni Time Machine takes us back to when Muhammad Ali fought an NHL enforcer!

Apr 30, 202101:12:03
Sportsbeat with Rob Drumm Episode 0010

Sportsbeat with Rob Drumm Episode 0010

In this episode, we talk again with our local sports reporter, Jon Rathbun. He weighs in on winter and fall 2 sports from his perspective of being on the sidelines of basketball, football, volleyball, and soccer. 

In the press box, we recap area sports scores across high schools, Herkimer College, and Utica College recaps. We also discuss Herkimer College Baseball Coach Jason Rathbun's upcoming 500th Win with the Generals. We also highlight some news out of the Utica Comets as well as some action/news in professional sports. 

Sportsbeat with Rob Drumm is all about sports, any kind, and anywhere, with a special focus on the Mohawk Valley and Central New York.

Apr 23, 202154:45
Marty's Illegal Stick Episode 0022

Marty's Illegal Stick Episode 0022

‘Marty’s Illegal Stick’ spotlights local hockey players in the Mohawk Valley of New York, and people that have connections to the NHL.

In this episode of Marty’s Illegal Stick, we chat with Jimmy “The Iceman” MacNeil! Jimmy has been involved with Zambonis for just about his whole life, his father was the first-ever Zamboni repairman in Canada! Jimmy has been named the Zamboni company’s Driver of the Year (wait till you hear this story), toured Canada, and wrote a Zamboni-themed children’s book! 

Then The Zamboni Time Machine takes us back to look at a forgotten NHL trophy!

Apr 23, 202101:11:30
Tiffany Talk Episode 0002
Apr 20, 202129:57
Sportsbeat with Rob Drumm Episode 0009

Sportsbeat with Rob Drumm Episode 0009

In this episode, we talk with Kyle Stephens, a freelance photographer for NASCAR and a racing aficionado. We cover how he got from Ilion to behind the camera, his thoughts on NASCARs current season, and his feelings about the future of the sport. We also talk to him about behind-the-wheel driving on NASCAR circuits. When not behind the camera he serves as a firefighter and paramedic for the Fort Mills Fire Dept. in South Carolina.

In the press box, we recap area sports scores across high schools, Herkimer College, and Utica College. We also highlight some Diamond Dawgs news, as well, as some action/news in professional sports.

Sportsbeat with Rob Drumm is all about sports, any kind, and anywhere, with a special focus on the Mohawk Valley and Central New York.

Apr 16, 202151:00