Clearing The Crease Podcast
Clearing The Crease Podcast is a hockey-focused show featuring former NHL players Mike Commodore and Andrew Raycroft, hosted by sportscaster James Cybulski. The podcast covers hockey news, stories, and insights from the professional game. It offers a mix of analysis and entertaining anecdotes from the guests' careers. The show aims to give listeners a fresh perspective on the sport.
Episodes
Razor and Commie are brutally honest about the Hellebuyck situation... CTC 97
In this episode of CLEARING THE CREASE, Razor, Cball and Commie dive into the biggest headlines across hockey as training camps open up. From Connor Hellebuyck’s trade request drama in Winnipeg and Quinn Hughes’ contract status, to Cale Makar’s record-setting extension and Chris Kreider’s unconditional waivers in Anaheim, the guys break down the madness of NHL contract season. Plus, Commie shares
Glenn Healy on what playing with GRETZKY was REALLY LIKE and MORE... CTC 96
Stanley Cup champion, broadcaster, and current President of the NHL Alumni Association Glenn Healy joins the Clearing the Crease podcast!Heels shares unbelievable, hilarious, and raw stories from across his hockey journey—from being an undrafted goalie out of Western Michigan to landing in LA right as Wayne Gretzky arrived, the legendary 1993 Islanders playoff run, winning the 1994 Stanley Cup wit
Legend DOUG FLUTIE joins CTC for an INCREDIBLE interview... CTC Live
NFL and CFL legend Doug Flutie joined James Cybulski, Andrew Raycroft and Mike Commodore for a very special Clearing the Crease LIVE. Doug talked his time playing in Canada, his experience as a beer league hockey player, and more. Make sure after you watch this, that you check out Doug's podcast with Milt Stegall, Flutie vs Stegall
Tim Hunter shares TERRIFYING Bob Probert stories and more! - CTC 95
In this episode of the Clearing the Crease podcast, NHL legend Tim Hunter joins the show to share incredible stories from his 16-season career. Known as one of the most feared enforcers in hockey history, Hunter dives deep into his experiences with some of the game's toughest characters and most iconic moments.
Commie and Razor talk the most TERRIFYING NHL enforcers... CTC 94
In this episode of the Clearing the Crease Podcast, we’re diving deep into the world of hockey enforcers . Join Razer (Andrew Raycroft), Commie (Mike Commodore), and Cball (James Cybulski) as they debate their top 5 enforcers of all time—from generational legends like Gordie Howe and Dave Semenko to modern-day weapons like Brian McGrattan.We also welcome Johnny Lequasto, the voice of Bare Knuckle
Wendel Clark joins for a LEGENDARY interview - CTC Live
Toronto Maple Leafs legend Wendel Clark joins the boys on CTC Live for an incredible look back at his iconic career.From his hard-hitting style on the ice to his thoughts on the modern NHL, Wendel doesn't hold back. We dive into his favourite stories from the locker room, the grit required to lead the Leafs, and what life has been like since hanging up the skates. Whether you grew up watching
ERIK COLE re-unites with Commie for an AWESOME interview - CTC 93
On this episode of Clearing the Crease, Mike Commodore re-connects with one of his favorite teammates, ERIK COLE, who talks everything from their 2006 Stanley Cup run, where he missed time due to an injury, to his early career in New York, all the way to the current Canes Cup Controversy. All that and more on today's NHL hockey podcast!
Matthew Barnaby joins for a HILARIOUS unfiltered Interview - CTC Live
Clearing the Crease's most viral guest of all time returns, as Matthew Barnaby joins Commie, Mike Commodore, Cball, James Cybulski, and Razor, Andrew Raycroft, to talk his scrappy NHL career.Barnaby touches on his well known dislike of Hasek, what it was like playing for the Rangers and Sabres, and NHL coaches he REALLY did not get along with. We'll cover all that and more on today'
Commie and Razor address Celebrini's INSANE new contract... CTC Ep. 92
On a mini Clearing the Crease episode the boys tackle one of the biggest issues in the NHL today: the massive size of new contracts. The boys will specifically break down Macklin Celebrini's new contract before trading stories of being traded!
NHL Legend GARY ROBERTS gives one of the most INTERESTING Interviews ever - CTC Live
On a very special Clearing the Crease episode, former NHL player and now THE fitness coach of the NHL, GARY ROBERTS, breaks down everything related to his career: from playing over 1,000 games in the NHL to now building up legends like Sidney Crosby and Connor McDavid.
COMMIE responds to the OILERS Cease and Desist... CTC Ep. 91
On today's Clearing the Crease episode Mike Commodore, James Cybulski and Andrew Raycroft continue to cover the NHL offseason - from Connor Bedard's new contract, to Stevie Y out of power in Detroit, the boys take a look at all the breaking news across the hockey world.But... we also have some major news of our own: Mike Commodore received a Cease and Desist related to his commentary of
Habs Champ GARY LEEMAN gives one of the most HONEST interviews ever - CTC LIVE
NHL Legend Gary Leeman joins Andrew Raycroft, James Cybulski, Mike Commodore and Matthew Barnaby to take us inside his career. From being a cornerstone of the "Hound Line" in Toronto to winning the last Stanley Cup for a Canadian team with the 1993 Montreal Canadiens, Gary has seen it all.In this episode, Gary doesn't hold back on:The 1993 Montreal Canadiens: What it was really like
Maple Leafs Broadcasting Legend Joe Bowen tells Leafs stories and CHIRPS Razor
On this very special CTC Live, Mike Commodore, James Cybulski, and Andrew Raycroft are joined by NHL broadcasting legend Joe Bowen who talks everything from his incredible career broadcasting with the Leafs.
Commie and Cball are brutally honest about the Leo Carlsson situation... CTC 90
On today's episode of Clearing the Crease, the boys discuss the Leo Carlsson Offer Sheet, the current rebuild of the flames, and much much more from the world of the NHL and hockey.
Commie, Razor and Cball react to the insane NHL offer sheet drama - CTC 88
On today's episode of Clearing the Crease, Mike Commodore, Andrew Raycroft and James Cybulski take you through another week of the NHL... and while you think that could be boring in the summer, it's anything but. The boys will break down everything from NHL offer sheet drama, to the Oilers and Leafs... the Commie spending an uncomfortable amount of time on a horse.
NHL Legend AL IAFRATE gives one the FUNNIEST interviews ever
In a very special CTC live interview, Al Iafrate joins Mike Commodore, Andrew Raycroft and James Cybulski to talk his great NHL career, how he developed one of the hardest shots in league history, his transition from juniors to the show... and an unfortunate story involving a dog who posed for a picture. All that and more on today's episode powered by Ozoon!
Commie reacts to Babcock's first press conference... CTC 87
On this episode of Clearing the Crease, Andrew Raycroft, Mike Commodore and James Cybulksi tackle the absolutely insane week of NHL action we've had, while also looking at Mike Babcock's first week and more. Make sure you subscribe, as free agency is coming...
Commie Reacts to the NHL clearing Mike Babcock... CTC 86
On this week's episode of Clearing the Crease, the boys catch up after a bit of a Post Stanley Cup break, while talking Rod Brind'Amour, the NHL clearing Mike Babcock, the state of the Toronto Maple Leafs, and more!
Hockey Illuminati GOES OFF on Leafs Management and More - CTC Live
Mike Commodore, Andrew Raycroft, and James Cybulski were joined by The Hockey Illuminati and Matthew Barnaby for a very special LIVE Clearing the Crease Episode all about Leafs fandom. We have special, exclusive interviews dropping on the Ozoon Canada YouTube channel, so make sure you're subscribed!
DARRYL SITTLER and TIGER WILLIAMS share Leafs Secrets, talk the NHL Golden Age, and more - CTC LIVE
Mike Commodore, Andrew Raycroft, and James Cybulski were joined by NHL LEGENDS Darryl Sittler and Tiger Williams on a very special LIVE Clearing the Crease Episode. We have special, exclusive interviews dropping on the Ozoon Canada YouTube channel, so make sure you're subscribed!
MIKE COMMODORE GOES OFF ON MIKE BABCOCK HIRING... CTC 85
On today's CTC episode we address the elephant in the room... Mike Babcock likely being hired by the Edmonton Oilers.
Razor and Commie are brutally honest about the Dylan Larkin situation... CTC 84
On today's episode of Clearing the Crease, Mike Commodore, Andrew Raycroft and James Cybulski prepare for Game 3 of the NHL Stanley Cup Finals, while also recapping all the hottest news across the NHL - from Dylan Larkin asking for a trade, to slapshots off the dome and much much more. All that and more on Clearing the Crease!
Does the NHL have a Vegas / Carolina Problem...? CTC 83
On this week of Clearing the Crease, the boys preview the Stanley Cup, while looking back at the season of the Colorado Avalanche, while finally predicting whether the Vegas Goldenknights or Carolina Hurricanes will win the Stanley Cup!
Razor and Commie are brutally honest about Montreal's chances.... CTC 81
On this week's episode of Clearing the Crease, the boys talk the Conference Finals, crazy KHL stories, and more!
Todd Bertuzzi on how the media HATES him no matter what, and coaching... CTC 80
Todd Bertuzzi joins the boys to talk his time coaching Junior hockey and more, while James Cybulski, Andrew Raycroft and Mike Commodore talk the NHL!
Commie and Razor's honest reaction to the HABS... CTC 79
The boys come together to talk another round of NHL playoffs, the Leafs drafting McKenna, John Chayka... and everything else in the world of the NHL. All that and more on today's hockey video!
Did the NHL absolutely screw the Oilers? - CTC 78
On this episode of the Clearing the Crease podcast the boys catch up with the NHL playoffs, talk retirements across the NHL and more!
The NHL playoffs have been absolutely INSANE... - CTC #77
The boys get together to talk the NHL playoffs and more on this episode of the Clearing the Crease podcast!
Mike Commodore is brutally honest about the Canadiens... CTC #76
Mike Commodore, Andrew Raycroft and James Cybulski break down their choices for the first round of the NHL playoffs, and more! That on today's episode of Clearing the Crease!
This hasn't happened in OVER 30 YEARS... CTC #75
The boys catch up with the NHL in the last full week before the NHL playoffs. We talk Leafs, Canadiens, coaching changes and more!
Commie gives his honest thoughts on John Tortorella... CTC #74
On today's episode of Clearing the Crease, the boys covers everything from John Tortorella as the new Bench Boss in Vegas, Troy Terry's INSANE hits record, Commie's run in with Bryan Murray in Ottawa, and more!
Mike Commodore goes off on AJ Greer’s gross hit... CTC 73
On the newest episode of the Clearing the Crease podcast the boys discuss everything from the AJ Greer suspension, to the woes of the Oilers, and more!
Commie's UNCENSORED take on the Leafs and NHL Player Safety... CTC 72
The boys are joined by David Alter to talk a week of NHL action including the Leafs, Matthews and Radko Gudas situation. That and more on today's NHL hockey podcast episode!
Commie GOES OFF on the Leafs w/ HockeyIlluminati - CTC 71
We talk referees, the Toronto Maple Leafs, the Buffalo Sabres, and more on this episode of the Clearing the Crease Podcast!
Mike Commodore addresses the Hockey Canada Allegations... CTC #70
On today's Episode of Clearing the Crease, Mike Commodore addresses the Allegations regarding Hockey Canada and Wayne Gretzky. All that and more on today's NHL hockey podcast episode!
Commies Corner - Wayne Gretzky - Team Canada
Folks…Hockey 🇨🇦 has some explaining to do... I’ll have more to say about #99 on the next @clearingthecrease podcast.
I Genuinely can't believe Commie told this story.... CTC #69
The boys are BACK to Clearing the Crease after the Olympic break and this is a FUN episode. We talk the Olympics, Mike Commodore's very messy
Commie shares his GREASIEST Dad Trip stories... (+ Olympic Recap) - CTC 68
In episode 68 of Clearing the Crease the boys talk NHL Dad Trips, Olympic recaps, and an INSANE Russian hockey story. That, and more NHL and olympic hockey on today's podcast!
Matthew Barnaby DESTROYS the Canucks / FULL Olympic Predictions - Clearing the Crease 67
In today's Episode of Clearing the Crease, Matthew Barnaby re-joins the boys to talk EVERYTHING Olympic Hockey, while also throwing some shots at the Vancouver Canucks and the Buffalo Sabres... but the Sabres OF OLD! All that and more in today's NHL hockey podcast!
Andrew Raycroft is BRUTALLY honest about Matthews in Toronto... Clearing the Crease 66
The Boys jump into another week of NHL coverage as they talk the Toronto Maple Leafs and the potential departing of Auston Matthews, as well as Crosby and more.
Commie GOES OFF on the Maple Leafs and the Nylander Drama... Clearing the Crease 65
On today's episode of the Clearing the Crease Podcast the boys break down the newest drama with the Toronto Maple Leafs - plus of course another month of NHL hockey. We'll break that down and more on another NHL hockey podcast!
Commie GOES OFF on EMBARRASSING Sens Situation... Clearing the Crease 64
In today's Episode of Clearing the boys talk NHL hockey news, from Ottawa suffering another embarrassing story, to Mitch Marner's return to Toronto. All that and more from around the NHL!
Commie and Raycroft go off on Ottawa's INSANE drama... Clearing the Crease 63
In this episode of the Clearing the Crease podcast the boys take a close look at the Ottawa Senators and the insane drama they've been through. They also take a look at the biggest story of this past NHL week while looking at the main matchups for this coming week.
Mike Commodore DESTROYS Scott Arniel... "Just like Babcock" - Clearing the Crease 62
On today's episode of Clearing The Crease the boys bring in the New Year by looking at the biggest stories in the NHL, including Mike Commodore taking the time to absolutely RIP on Scott Arniel of the Winnipeg Jets, comparing him to his all-time enemy Mike Babcock. That and more on today's video
The IIHF needs to get it together... Clearing the Crease Ep. 61
The boys stop by for one last episode of Clearing the Crease is 2025, to talk everything from World Junior Calls to What Canadian teams need to hope for in 2026! All that and more on today's NHL hockey podcast!
NHLers explain why Buffalo is BROKEN... | Clearing the Crease Ep 60
The boys cover the change in Management for the Buffalo Sabres while also sharing their favorite NHL Christmas stories! All that and more on today's episode of the Clearing the Crease podcast!
The CANUCKS are a FAILED organization... | Clearing the Crease Ep 59
The boys cover the massive QUINN HUGHES trade and look at everything Vancouver on another episode of the Clearing the Crease Podcast!
Canada will DOMINATE smaller Olympic Ice... | Clearing the Crease Ep 58
The boys break down another week of NHL hockey as they take a look at the smaller ice at the 2026 Olympic Hockey Tournament, the seasons of the Toronto Maple Leafs vs the Edmonton Oilers, and of course Commie's adventures as an unpaid caddie!
This is why players avoid playing in Canada.... | Clearing the Crease Ep 57
The boys break down another week of NHL hockey as they take a look at the Edmonton Oilers, the continual struggles of Stuart Skinner, and the Vancouver Canucks. All that and more in Episode 57 of Clearing the Crease.
Alex Ovechkin's Days In The NHL Are Numbered... | Clearing The Crease | EP 56
Lots of talk of Alex Ovechkin going home to play in Russia. Has Ovi accomplished all he set out to do (and more?) in the NHL, or will we see him chase 1000 goals for another year?
What Really Happened To Jack Hughes? | Clearing The Crease | EP 55
The guys talk wild salaries and even crazier injuries. Jack Hughes is out for 2 MONTHS following a...team dinner injury? Hmm.
The Oilers Are A Total Mess | Clearing The Crease | EP 54
The Oilers Are A Total Mess | Clearing The Crease | EP 54
One Of The Greatest Teammates Of All-Time | Clearing The Crease | EP 53
Jumbo Joe left a mark on all of his teammates at every pitstop of his NHL career, and in just a few days, he'll be inducted to the HHOF.
This Is Why The Habs Will Win Their 25th Cup | Clearing The Crease | EP 52
The Habs are for real, and the league knows it. But how close are they to winning Cup number 25?
Stolarz Calls Out The Big Boys | Clearing The Crease | EP 51
Commie's in Salt Lake and doesn't want to leave, Stolarz calls out the Leafs stars and perspective is everything this early in the NHL season.
Are The Maple Leafs A Playoff Team? | Clearing The Crease | EP 50
We're one week into the new NHL season!What are Canada's chances of bringing the Cup home? It might not be the Leafs...
BEST OF CTC: BIZ, IGGY, STROMBO, CUJO & MORE! | Clearing The Crease | EP 48
We've compiled some of our favourite guest moments of the last year, including never-before-heard stories from Paul Bissonnette, Curtis Joseph, Jarome Iginla, George Stroumboulopoulos, Matthew Barnaby, Ed The Sock, Ed Jovanovski and Terry Ryan!
A New Salary Cap Era In Hockey | Clearing The Crease | EP 49
The boys are back! Commie, CBall and Razor look back at a wild summer and ahead at yet another hockey season. Is this the year the Cup comes home?
WHY DOES EVERYONE HATE MITCH MARNER? | Clearing The Crease | EP 47
The Cup is back in Florida and in the hands of a bunch of rats/Panthers!Canadian teams are making moves to bring the Cup home in 2025-26, but will it be enough to put a stop to a potential dynasty in Sunrise?And why do Leafs fans HATE Mitch Marner?!
ONE WIN AWAY | Clearing The Crease | EP 46
The Florida Panthers are one home win away from their second consecutive Stanley Cup...Can the Oilers steal a game in Sunrise and head home for Game 7?Commie, Razor and CBall speculate on what we can expect this offseason and the only certainty is that Brad Marchand and Sam Bennett are going to get PAID!
The Stanley Cup Final Is Now A Best Of Five! | Clearing The Crease | EP 45
The Panthers and Oilers split the first two in Edmonton...Who has the edge down in Sunrise?
The Cup Is Coming Home | Clearing The Crease | EP 44
We have a Stanley Cup Final REMATCH! Is the Stanley Cup finally coming home to Canada? The guys break down the Finals and Commie recounts his encounter with the Leafs captain in Arizona!
Will The Carolina Hurricanes Move On From Rod Brind'Amour? | Clearing The Crease | EP 43
In the midst of the conference finals, Commie is fresh off a Calgary Flames alumni weekend and a chance encounter with Kurtis From Alberta. Are they best friends now?Razor and CBall think it might be time for some tinkering in Carolina once the Panthers send them packing, and Commie doesn't disagree. And the Billion dollar question: Will the Oilers bring the Cup back home to Canada?!
Will The Toronto Maple Leafs Blow Up The Core Four? | Clearing The Crease | EP 42
The sky is blue, ice is cold, grass is green and the Toronto Maple Leafs have lost another game 7.The guys debate who stays and who goes on the Buds, as well as the Jets elimination and the Oilers advancing to the conference finals. Will McDavid bring the Cup home to Canada?
ARE THE EDMONTON OILERS CANADA'S GREAT NORTH HOPE? | Clearing The Crease | EP 41
Can the Oilers bring Lord Stanley home to Canada for the first time in more than 3 decades? The guys break down round two of the NHL playoffs and who has the best shot at a championship.
The Stanley Cup Playoffs Have Been Straight Out Of Scorsese’s Dreams | Clearing The Crease | EP 40
These NHL playoffs kicked off with pure chaos: the Jets and Stars pulled off jaw-dropping comeback wins that flipped series scripts and left some fans in shambles. Meanwhile, the Toronto Maple Leafs finally exorcised their demons and advanced to the second round, setting off street parties. And the guys address today's burning question - Should Sam Bennett have been suspended for his elbow on
The End Of Toronto's Core Four? | Clearing The Crease | EP 39
With the Leafs losing 2 straight to Ottawa, PTSD has sunk in for Leafs Nation. If Toronto manages to blow this series, will it mark the end of the Core Four?
How the Senators Could Break the Maple Leafs (and Toronto) | Clearing The Crease | EP 38
Commie, Razor and Cball are back to break down round 1 of the Stanley Cup playoffs. Can the Sens come back? Are the Habs cooked? Is Tom Wilson a potential Conn Smythe winner? And the biggest question - Can the Oilers and Jets make it out of the first round?#nhl #podcast #bodog #hockey #nhlnews #nhlbetting
The Guys Are Joined By 4x Stanley Cup Champion Ken Holland! | Clearing The Crease | EP 37 PT.1
Commie, Cball and Rayzor chat with former Red Wings and Oilers GM Ken Holland!Ken is one of the most respected executives in hockey, with a career spanning over four decades in the NHL. Best known for his 22-year tenure as GM of the Detroit Red Wings, he built a dynasty that won 3 Stanley Cups and made the playoffs 25 straight seasons. His impact on the game is undeniable, making him one of the mo
Tyler Toffoli Talks Old-School VS. New School NHL | Clearing The Crease | EP 36 PT.2
Commie, Cball and Razor are joined by Stanley Cup champion and current member of the San Jose Sharks, Tyler Toffoli!
Trade Deadline Decisions! | Clearing The Crease | EP 36 PT.1
Commie, Cball and Rayzor are joined by future Hall of Famer, a legend of hockey media - Pierre LeBrun!
HOCKEY ILLUMINATI THNKS THIS IS FINALLY THE LEAFS YEAR | Clearing The Crease | EP 35 PT.2
Commie, Cball and Rayzor welcomed back Hockey Illuminati to the show to talk Leafs heading into the new year. #nhl #podcast #bodog #hockey #nhlnews #nhlbetting
CUJO JOINS THE BOYS FOR HIS 1ST EVER POD APPEARANCE | Clearing The Crease | EP 35 PT.1
THE BOYS ARE BACK! Commie, Cball and Rayzor sat down with NHL legend Curtis Joseph."Cujo," is one of the most beloved goaltenders in Maple Leafs history. Joining the team in '98, he brought his signature acrobatic saves and fierce competitiveness to Toronto, quickly becoming a fan favourite. Over 4 seasons, he led the Leafs to the playoffs every year, including deep runs to the East
A TRIBUTE TO JOHNNY GAUDREAU WITH CRAIG CONROY AND MARK DEPASQUALE | Clearing The Crease | EP 34
In episode thirty four of Bodog’s Clearing the Crease Podcast, Mike Commodore, Andrew Raycroft and host James Cybulski are joined by Calgary Flames general manager, Craig Conroy, to talk about the untimely passing of Johnny Gaudreau. The guys also welcome Falmes head equipment manager, Mark DePasquale, to provide a glimpse into the man Johnny was off the ice, when the cameras were off. RIP Johnny
MARNER TO UTAH?! | Clearing The Crease | EP 33 - PART 2
In part two of episode thirty three of Bodog’s Clearing the Crease Podcast, Mike Commodore, Andrew Raycroft and host James Cybulski talk NHL offseason and look ahead at the 2024=25 season!
THIS CUP CHAMP NEVER NAPPED + PUT KETCHUP ON HIS PASTA | Clearing The Crease | EP 33 - PART 1
In part one of episode thirty three of Bodog’s Clearing the Crease Podcast, Mike Commodore, Andrew Raycroft and host James Cybulski welcome longtime Vancouver Canuck and Stanley Cup Champion, Brent Sopel!
HOSTING HOCKEY NIGHT IN CANADA & A WILD FREE AGENT FRENZY! | Clearing The Crease | EP 32 - PART 1
In part one of episode thirty two of Bodog’s Clearing the Crease Podcast, Mike Commodore, Andrew Raycroft and host James Cybulski welcome former Hockey Night in Canada host and Canadian television icon George Stroumboulopoulos to talk hosting duties and a wild offseason in the NHL.
THE TORONTO MAPLE LEAFS WILL ALWAYS HAVE A SCAPEGOAT | Clearing The Crease | EP 31 - PART 2
In part two of episode thirty one of Bodog’s Clearing the Crease Podcast, Mike Commodore, Andrew Raycroft and host James Cybulski catch up on some post-Cup news!
HE SCORED THE GAME 7 WINNER IN OVERTIME! | Clearing The Crease | EP 31 - PART 1
In part two of episode thirty of Bodog’s Clearing the Crease Podcast, Mike Commodore, Andrew Raycroft and host James Cybulski welcome Martin Gelinas to talk about his playoff success, NHL journey and the Red Mile!
IS THE STANLEY CUP HEADING TO SOUTH FLORIDA? | Clearing The Crease | EP 30 - PART 2
In part two of episode thirty of Bodog’s Clearing the Crease Podcast, Mike Commodore, Andrew Raycroft and host James Cybulski welcome Olympic gold medalist and former 1st overall pick in the 1994 NHL entry draft, Ed Jovanovski!Jovo explains the origins of the rat in sunny Florida, the Panthers current powerhouse and where the Canucks will spend time and money in the offseason.
