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The Sean Avery Show

The New Five-Hole, Dump & Chase + Halloween Costumes

Season 1, Ep. 6
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Sean Avery believes NHL players may have found a new way to score on goaltenders. After discussing the idea with Henrik Lundqvist, Sean breaks down his theory about the NEW five-hole and how changes to goalie skates could be creating new opportunities for shooters.


He also shares his thoughts on NHL coaching, dump-and-chase hockey, and why teams sometimes need to keep things simple. Sean dives into the details of Owen Power’s stick lie, explains why equipment matters, and takes aim at a headline used in coverage of former New York Rangers star Ron Duguay’s passing.


He also reacts to an Idaho Steelheads player shutting down an opponent attempting the Michigan and explains why he loved the response. Plus, Sean discusses Connor Hellebuyck and the New Jersey Devils, reviews NHL Halloween costumes featuring Connor McDavid, Leon Draisaitl, Alex Ovechkin and more, and responds to Matthew Barnaby as their ongoing feud continues.


CHAPTERS


01:00 - The NEW Five-Hole?

04:20 - Choosing the Right Stick

07:20 - Easton Cowan

09:10 - Dump the Puck (The Babcock Files)

16:52 - The Hot Mic

19:10 - Ron Duguay's Legacy

22:25 - Kucherov Makes Lightning History

26:30 - ECHL Player Stops a Michigan

30:00 - Heritage Classic Outfits

32:20 - NHL Halloween Costumes

37:20 - Responding to Matthew Barnaby


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