Name: Austin Draude Sept15 by The Pipeline Show in The Pipeline Show: September 15, 2023
Duration: 21 min 3 s
Description: Guest 4 - The WHL's western conference is a little more crowded and a bunch more competitive too as the Wenatchee Wild are about to enter the fray. Play caller Austin Draude is my guest.

The Pipeline Show: September 15, 2023

Guest 1 - Jeff Hollick sits in the colour analyst chair during Calgary Hitmen broadcasts. Here he fills in for Brad Curle to handle the preview of the southern Alberta team.

Jeff Hollick Sept15

Guest 2 - Nick Marek takes a break from being a brand new father in order to deliver a terrific preview of the Portland Winterhawks ahead of the coming season.

Nick Marek Sept15

Guest 3 - There is a new radio broadcaster in Swift Current and his name is Mat Barrett. He is also our guide during the Broncos season preview.

Mat Barrett Sept15

Guest 4 - The WHL's western conference is a little more crowded and a bunch more competitive too as the Wenatchee Wild are about to enter the fray. Play caller Austin Draude is my guest.

Austin Draude Sept15

First Segment - Guy begins the episode off with some brief updates from pre-season action in the WHL, OHL, QMJHL, AJHL, USHL and NAHL before getting to the guest list.

First Segment Sept15 2023

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[0:00] - Intro for Season 19 of The Pipeline Show

[1:13] - First Segment - Guy begins the episode off with some brief updates from pre-season action in the WHL, OHL, QMJHL, AJHL, USHL and NAHL before getting to the guest list.

[11:52] - Jeff Hollick sits in the colour analyst chair during Calgary Hitmen broadcasts. Here he fills in for Brad Curle to handle the preview of the southern Alberta team.

[32:29] - Nick Marek takes a break from being a brand new father in order to deliver a terrific preview of the Portland Winterhawks ahead of the coming season.

[1:00:49] - There is a new radio broadcaster in Swift Current and his name is Mat Barrett. He is also our guide during the Broncos season preview.

[1:19:52] - The WHL's western conference is a little more crowded and a bunch more competitive too as the Wenatchee Wild are about to enter the fray. Play caller Austin Draude is my guest.

[1:40:56] - The General Manager of the Tri-City Americans is Bob Tory and he takes over the team perspective for this season preview of the team from Kennewick, WA

[2:00:23] - The final team in the season preview spotlight: the Prince Albert Raiders. New broadcaster Nolan Kowal shares his thoughts on what he has learned so far through training camp and some exhibition games.

The Pipeline Show Sept15 2023

First Segment - Guy begins with thoughts on the reports that CHL team may not offer free passes to NCAA programs that want to scout and recruit players, then it's the Listener Question of the Week and the Guest List. 

First Segment Sept 12 2025

Coming Down the Pipe...

[0:00] - The intro for Season 21 of The Pipeline Show 

[1:14] - Guy begins with thoughts on the reports that CHL team may not offer free passes to NCAA programs that want to scout and recruit players, then it's the Listener Question of the Week and the Guest List.

[18:02] - I'm not sure if any CHL team was affected more by the NCAA rule change than the Victoria Royals. General Manager Jake Heisinger previews this year's team and discusses navigating the new landscape of junior hockey moving forward. 

[50:00] - In contrast to Victoria, the Saskatoon Blades lost very little from last spring and in fact, they've added to the roster that was in contention for a division title. GM Colin Priestner looks closer at his club and share insight on the team for Blades fans. 

[1:25:36] - Plenty of changes in Calgary, some expected and some less so, and yet there are reasons to have a positive outlook this year if you are a fan of the Hitmen. General Manager Garry Davidson shares his thoughts on turning the page and starting a new era in Cowtown. 

[1:50:51] - Lastly this week, the Spokane Chiefs made it to the finals last year and have a large number of returning players from that team. However, the few players who aren't back were significant pieces to the puzzle. Can the Chiefs realistic contend once again? General Manager Matt Bardsley says YES and tells us why. Also...Berkly Catton?

The Pipeline Show Sept 12 2025

First Segment - Guy tees up the finale of the WHL Team Previews, has some news and notes, the Listener Question of the Week and the guest list. 

First Segment Sept 19 2025

Guest 1 - Edmonton Oil Kings GM Kirt Hill takes a deep dive on his 2025-26 roster, one that begins the new campaign 6th in the CHL national rankings. Can this team live up to those expectations?

Kirt Hill Sept 19

Guest 2 - The Kamloops Blazers are trending up once again and General Manager Shaun Clouston has lots of reasons for optimism this season and shares a number of them with us. 

Shaun Clouston Sept 19

Guest 3 - There is a buzz around the Regina Pats as the team turns the page and begins a new era of WHL hockey. GM Dale Derkatch is the club's new GM and offers his perspective on the team he oversees. 

Dale Derkatch Sept 19

Guest 4 - Are the Everett Silvertips the team to beat in the WHL? Solid netminding, terrific forward depth and the best defenceman his age on the planet would suggest YES. GM Mike Fraser takes us through his roster. 

Mike Fraser Sept 12

Coming Down the Pipe....

[0:00] - The intro for Season 21 of The Pipeline Show

[1:14] - Guy tees up the finale of the WHL Team Previews, has some news and notes, the Listener Question of the Week and the guest list. 

[13:07] - Guest 1 - Edmonton Oil Kings GM Kirt Hill takes a deep dive on his 2025-26 roster, one that begins the new campaign 6th in the CHL national rankings. Can this team live up to those expectations?

[47:25] - The Kamloops Blazers are trending up once again and General Manager Shaun Clouston has lots of reasons for optimism this season and shares a number of them with us. 

[1:21:01] - There is a buzz around the Regina Pats as the team turns the page and begins a new era of WHL hockey. GM Dale Derkatch is the club's new GM and offers his perspective on the team he oversees. 

[1:44:25] - Are the Everett Silvertips the team to beat in the WHL? Solid netminding, terrific forward depth and the best defenceman his age on the planet would suggest YES. GM Mike Fraser takes us through his roster. 

The Pipeline Show Sept 19 2025

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