KOTP Ep. 201 with guest Jim Thomson

In Episode 201: 

• The guys discuss the success of their recent episode and the positive response from fans.
• They share insights into the production work behind the scenes of their podcast.
• The Mayor goes 1-on-1 with Jim Thomson, who provides interesting stories and perspectives from a former LA King.
• The Berlin Ice Bears team and their arena are highlighted, showcasing the team's success and the unique backstory of the arena.
• The hosts briefly discuss Red Bull and its various sports ventures.
• The Ontario Rain's opening game is scheduled for October 12th against San Jose, with a doubleheader weekend including a game on Sunday as well.
• The LA Kings have two contracts that need to be finalized before the start of the season, including that of Arthur Kaliyev, a restricted free agent.
• Eric Portillo, a promising goaltender, is expected to sign a two-year contract with the Kings. He has three more years of waiver exemption, which gives the team flexibility in managing his development.
• The television rights landscape is rapidly changing, with streaming and over-the-air options becoming more prevalent. However, the Kings' situation is unlikely to change significantly in terms of content delivery.
• Cord-cutting may not necessarily save money for sports fans, as they often need multiple subscriptions to access all the sports content they want.
• The future of sports broadcasting is likely to involve diversification and shorter-term deals to adapt to the evolving landscape.

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