NHL Unscripted with Virk and Demers

NHL Unscripted with Virk and Demers

Longtime broadcaster Adnan Virk and former NHL player Jason Demers team up to offer the latest and greatest from the world of hockey and beyond. Way beyond! The spirited talk will occasionally stray from the game and venture into topics ranging from food to movies to comedy to wrestling. An array of guests will also be dropping in to join the soiree. It’s all fair game when these two get together every week.

Episodes

November 13, 2025 55 mins

Jason Demers takes a break from playing golf at Pinehurst to talk with Adnan Virk about the trio of Bedard, Carlsson and Celebrini going off, the Anaheim Ducks taking flight and whether or not the Bruins are for real. Then Avalanche defenseman Sam Malinski shares his favorite Brent Burns stories, Nathan MacKinnon's food bullying and why he never thought he'd play in the NHL. Finally, Adnan reviews Yorgos Lanthimos' latest film and ...

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With former teammate Joe Thornton being inducted into the Hockey Hall of Fame, Jason Demers shares his favorite Jumbo Joe stories. He and Adnan Virk also discuss the struggling Capitals, Dan Muse's work in Pittsburgh and the Calder Trophy race between Matthew Schaefer and Ivan Demidov. Then Andi Petrillo shares her favorite on-air moments, the challenges female broadcasters face and the time Brian Burke yelled at her in Afghanistan...

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With most NHL teams at least 10 games into their season, Adnan Virk and Jason Demers discuss if the streaking Mammoth and Devils are legit and what teams might be early-season impostors. Then Bryan Berard shares stories about his early days on Long Island, his devastating eye injury and the time Theo Fleury stole his car. Finally, Producer Tal talks about the new film Pro Beach Hockey and the guys break down why Zemgus Girgensons h...

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Jason Demers and Adnan Virk dive into the Edmonton Oilers' early-season slump, Maple Leafs drama and the impressive Matthew Schaefer. Then filmmaker Gabe Polsky talks about his latest film (The Man Who Saved the World?), his college hockey days and his favorite Nicolas Cage stories. Finally, Adnan and Producer Tal talk about the new epic Martin Scorsese documentary before Jason explains why he hates Colorado's Quebec Nordiques trib...

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After enjoying Canadian Thanksgiving, Adnan Virk and Jason Demers discuss the new-look Maple Leafs, Lane Hutson's new deal in Montreal and the Sabres' encouraging response to their brutal start. Then John Buccigross stops by to talk about the history of the Bucci Overtime Challenge, Ray Ferraro's legendary nickname and his favorite moments at ESPN. Finally, Adnan and Producer Tal review the new John Candy documentary, I Like Me, be...

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With the 2025-26 NHL season finally here, Jason Demers and Adnan Virk wade into Connor McDavid's shocking contract extension, opening night action and their predictions for the season. Then legendary broadcaster Chris Berman discusses his passion for the Canadian Football League, his beloved Hartford Whalers and his favorite sports nicknames. Finally, the guys discuss Tim Robinson's Friendship and Boston's big Zdeno Chara announcem...

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Despite losing his passport, Adnan Virk makes it home in time to talk to Jason Demers about some big new contracts (Kaprizov, McTavish, Hughes) and some brutal injuries (Barkov, Samberg, Hoglander). Then Jets star Josh Morrissey talks about Winnipeg's upcoming season, new teammate Jonathan Toews and his 4 Nations Face-Off experience. Finally, Adnan and Producer Tal gush over One Battle After Another before Jason shares his favorite...

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Jason Demers finally meets Producer Tal and can't wait to tell Adnan Virk all about it. They then analyze the early preseason action, discuss Anze Kopitar's big announcement and pay tribute to a Flyers icon. Then the legendary Chris Pronger talks about the art of the cross-check, his historic Stanley Cup moment and how he really is a nice guy. Finally, the guys discuss the late Robert Redford, the trailer for the latest season of A...

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Jason Demers showers Adnan Virk with praise for his new book before the pair discuss Kirill Kaprizov's contract drama, the New York Rangers' new captain and Ivan Demidov's big night. Then Todd McFarlane comes by to talk about creating Venom and Spawn, bidding on Mark McGwire's historic home-run ball and his time as an NHL minority owner. Finally, the guys look back on the Emmys and their favorite Shane Gillis jokes.

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Jason Demers and Adnan Virk wade deep into the Connor McDavid contract drama before bidding farewell to the legendary Ken Dryden and speculating about what the Canadiens do after trading Carey Price to San Jose. Then Chris and Dan Powers from the Empty Netters podcast stop by to discuss their meteoric rise in hockey media, making enemies in the league and their favorite hockey movies. Finally, Adnan talks about the new John Candy d...

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Jason Demers brings back "Am I Wrong?" with a startling take on Labor Day Weekend. He and Adnan Virk then discuss JD's awkward shoot with Jason Robertson, young players getting monster extensions and the Sharks' creative new bobblehead. Tyson Barrie then swings by to discuss his recent retirement, mentoring a young Nathan MacKinnon and almost getting drafted by his dad. Finally, Adnan talks F1 and Highest 2 Lowest before JD shares ...

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It may be the dog days of summer but Adnan Virk and Jason Demers still find something to talk about, including the Gaudreau brothers' new foundation, a standout performance from a Hextall and Travis Hamonic signing with Detroit (not a ton of hockey news this time of year, folks). Then former NHL player and longtime coach Danton Cole discusses playing for Ron Mason, coaching a young Jack Eichel and where Michigan stands on the hocke...

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After returning from his long-delayed honeymoon, Jason Demers shares his Italian adventures with Adnan Virk. The pair then get into their way-too-early predictions for the upcoming season before welcoming TJ Oshie, who talks about retirement, his legendary 2014 Olympic performance and watching Alex Ovechkin smash the all-time goals record. Finally, the guys discuss the summer's biggest movies, including Superman, Naked Gun and Happ...

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What better way to spend the dog days of summer than to share our favorite moments with our guests from the very first season of NHL Unscripted? Plus, Mike Knuble talked with Jason Demers and Adnan Virk about playing with Wayne Gretzky, Alex Ovechkin and a Stanley Cup-winning Detroit Red Wings team stacked with legends.

Here are the guest clips we selected:
Kid Mero on Dominicans betting on hockey
Conor Garland on Team USA's ...

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Before Jason Demers heads out on his much-delayed honeymoon, he sits down with Adnan Virk to discuss Nikolaj Ehlers and the new-look Carolina Hurricanes, Jonathan Toews' arrival in Winnipeg and Gavin McKenna's huge announcement. Then legendary photographer Bruce Bennett joins the guys to talk about his illustrious career and his all-time favorite photograph. Finally, Adnan shamelessly promotes his upcoming book and the guys talk ab...

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After a break following the Stanley Cup Final, Jason Demers and Adnan Virk reunite to go over the winners and losers of free agency so far, with major kuddos being awarded to the Florida Panthers and Vegas Golden Knights. The guys also take a moment to look back at the recent NHL Draft and how the Boston Bruins got a great pick in James Hagens before immediately fumbling free agency. Finally, the guys discuss if F1 is really the gr...

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After two weeks on the road Jason Demers is back home, ladies and gentlemen! He joins Adnan Virk to break down the Florida Panthers' dominating Cup Final win and where the Edmonton Oilers go from here. Then Blake Wheeler talks about Brad Marchand, Zdeno Chara and the Winnipeg Jets. Finally, the guys reminisce about Good Will Hunting and look at the Canadian and American Olympic roster announcements (spoiler: JD doesn't really care)...

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Jason Demers made it back to Southern Florida from Edmonton ... but it took a while, folks. After a hellacious trip down South, Jason and Adnan Virk discussed Florida's dominant performance in Game 5, the Edmonton Oilers' potential adjustments for Game 6 and the European Olympic roster announcements. We also share JD's interview alongside Alexa Landestoy with former Oilers captain Kelly Buchberger. Finally, Adnan discusses the Robi...

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After getting back to Edmonton from Florida, Jason Demers joins Adnan Virk to talk about an epic Game 4, Leon Draisaitl's incredible run in OT and why Nikita Kucherov should have had more Hart Trophy votes. We also feature Jason's great interview with Bill Lindsay before Game 4 in Florida. Then the guys discuss elite prospect Gavin McKenna, bid farewell to legendary Maple Leafs broadcaster Joe Bowen and break down the New York Rang...

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Jason Demers and Adnan Virk break down a lopsided Florida Panthers win in Game 3 of the Stanley Cup Final and look at what the Edmonton Oilers need to do in Game 4 to even the series. Then Kelly Chase checks in to provide an update on his courageous cancer battle and tell great stories about Brett Hull and Jon Hamm. Finally, Adnan honors the 25th anniversary of The Talented Mr. Ripley and Jason gets some time with Panthers general ...

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