Episode 126 – “You Go to the Box!”: Yvon Barrette on SLAP SHOT, Fame, and Denis Lemieux’s Legacy 🏒🎬🔥* Get ready for the wildest, most quotable, and hilarious episode yet of the 1973 Podcast! We sit down with Yvon Barrette, the legendary actor behind Denis Lemieux, the French-Canadian goalie who stole every scene in the iconic hockey film SLAP SHOT — and became a cult hero in the process. 🎙️ In this exclusive interview: Yvon shares never-before-heard behind-the-scenes stories from the set The truth about working with Paul Newman and the Hanson Brothers The origin of his famous "you go to the box..." line What Denis Lemieux would be doing today (spoiler: still yelling about penalties!) Why Slap Shot still crushes every hockey movie ever made Whether you’re a die-hard hockey fan or just love movie magic, this episode is packed with laughs, nostalgia, and unforgettable moments that will leave you shouting, “Two minutes for slashing!” 📺 Hit play, subscribe, and SHARE this with every Slap Shot fan you know! This one’s going viral — just like Lemieux’s legendary line. Check out Denislemiuex.com for merchandise #SlapShot #DenisLemieux #PaulNewman #HockeyMovies #1973Podcast #YvonBarrette #HockeyHistory #ClassicMovies #YouGoToTheBox #FeelShame #CultClassic

🎧 Episode 125: Bill Clement – From Broad Street Battles to the Broadcast Booth! In this unforgettable episode of the 1973 Podcast, we sit down with two-time Stanley Cup Champion Bill Clement — a legendary center from the Philadelphia Flyers’ Broad Street Bullies era and one of hockey’s most respected voices in broadcasting. Bill shares raw, behind-the-scenes stories from the Flyers' dynasty days, his transition to the Atlanta Flames and Washington Capitals, and what it was like going toe-to-toe with the NHL’s toughest competitors in the 70s. He opens up about leadership in the locker room, life after hockey, and the powerful mindset that carried him from the ice to ESPN and NBC studios. 🟠 What really happened inside those Flyers locker rooms? 🎙️ How did he make the leap from player to national broadcaster? 🔥 What does Bill think of today’s NHL vs. his era? Whether you're a die-hard Flyers fan, an old-school hockey lover, or just chasing inspiration, this episode is packed with insight, humor, and heart. 👉 Hit play, subscribe, and get ready for the wisdom, wit, and war stories of Bill Clement – one of the greats of the game!

🔥 EPISODE 124: “The Can't-Miss Kid” – Bobby Carpenter Tells All! 🔥 First American to Score 50 Goals | Stanley Cup Champion | NHL Icon What REALLY happened behind the scenes in the NHL during the ‘80s and ‘90s? In this explosive episode of the 1973 Podcast, we sit down with Bobby Carpenter, the legendary forward who made history as the first American-born player to score 50 goals in a season. From being a teenage phenom on the cover of Sports Illustrated to hoisting the Stanley Cup with the New Jersey Devils, Bobby opens up like never before: 🏒 The insane pressure of being dubbed “The Can’t-Miss Kid” 🇺🇸 Breaking barriers for American players in a Canadian-dominated league 🥶 Brutal battles on the ice with legends like Lemieux and Bourque 🎖️ What it really felt like to lift the Cup after 15 hard-fought seasons 👨‍👧 His daughter’s Olympic hockey legacy—and how she may be tougher than he ever was Whether you're a die-hard hockey fan or just love a story of grit, transformation, and triumph—this is an episode you can't afford to miss. 👉 Smash that LIKE button 👉 SUBSCRIBE for more legends of the game 👉 Drop a comment with your favorite Bobby Carpenter moment! #NHL #BobbyCarpenter #HockeyHistory #StanleyCup #USA #1973Podcast #SportsIcons