Spittin Chiclets Spittin' Chiclets Episode 612 Featuring: Barret Jackman
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Jan 16, 2026 
Barret Jackman, former NHL defenseman and Calder Trophy winner, shares his journey from small-town Trail, BC, to the NHL. He recalls wild WHL stories filled with chaos and fan antics, revealing the tough love he received early in his career. Jackman reflects on his time with the Blues, the influence of veteran players, and mentoring Ryan Reaves. He discusses the challenges of modern youth hockey, advocating for varied sports over early specialization. With anecdotes about rivalry and camaraderie, Jackman brings a mix of nostalgia and wisdom to hockey culture.
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Choose Between Studio And Live Sideline Roles
- Bissonnette recommended doing between‑the‑benches segments only occasionally because of the extra cognitive load during live games.
- He advised valuing studio chair work while respecting full-time game broadcasters' skillset.
Get Ice-Level Experience Before TV Work
- Paul Bissonnette advised retiring players try between‑the‑benches work at lower levels to get experience before doing TV game work.
- He recommended current players try a few in‑game assignments to learn live broadcast demands.
Active Defensemen Create Five‑Man Offense
- Biz praised Buffalo's defensemen joining rushes, creating five-man, confusing attacks that force opponent adjustments.
- He noted teams often switch to strict man coverage to neutralize Buffalo's unpredictable multi-man attacks.