Name: Perry Bergson Nov11 by The Pipeline Show in The Pipeline Show: November 18, 2022
Duration: 19 min 2 s
Description: Guest 3 - Perry Bergson from the Brandon Sun shares his thoughts on the WHL's Eastern Conference with the contenders at the top, the weak teams at the bottom and the "Mushy Middle".

The Pipeline Show: November 18, 2022

Guest 1 - Mark Divver writes for the New England Hockey Journal covering the Providence Friars of the NCAA and the Providence Bruins of the AHL. We get updates on both teams.

Mark Divver Nov11

Guest 2 - The 2023 Draft Spotlight finds defenceman Hunter Brzustewicz of the Kitchener Rangers.

Hunter Brzustewicz Nov11

Guest 3 - Perry Bergson from the Brandon Sun shares his thoughts on the WHL's Eastern Conference with the contenders at the top, the weak teams at the bottom and the "Mushy Middle".

Perry Bergson Nov11

First Segment - Guy explains why this week's episode is a mash up from the last two weeks then gets into some news and notes plus comments on the Mitchell Miller fiasco.

First Segment Nov18

Guest 1 - A 2023 Draft Spotlight segment with the BCHL's leading scorer, Bradly Nadeau. A product of Ste. Francois, New Brunswick that is headed to join the Maine Black Bears next year.

Bradly Nadeau Nov18

Coming Down the Pipe...

[0:00] - The intro for Season 18 of The Pipeline Show

[1:26] - Guy explains the mashing together of this week and last week's episodes, recaps some news and notes and comments on the Mitchell Miller fiasco too. 

[15:12] - A 2023 Draft Spotlight segment with the BCHL's leading scorer, Bradly Nadeau. A product of Ste. Francois, New Brunswick that is headed to join the Maine Black Bears next year. 

[34:57] - Mark Divver who writes for the New England Hockey Journal covering the Providence Friars of the NCAA and the Providence Bruins of the AHL. We get updates on both teams.

[57:45] - Another 2023 Draft Spotlight finds defenceman Hunter Brzustewicz of the OHL's Kitchener Rangers.

[1:15:50] - Perry Bergson from the Brandon Sun shares his thoughts on the WHL's Eastern Conference with the contenders at the top, the weak teams at the bottom and the "Mushy Middle".

The Pipeline Show Nov18 2022

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?

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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

Get to know the future superstars of the NHL long before they reach that stage. The Pipeline Show is the premier podcast covering Major Junior, the NCAA, Jr. A and international tournaments like the U20 and U18 WJC, the Hlinka Gretzky Cup and more.

Perry Bergson Nov11

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