Reaction To Bubbles on Hockey Night in Canada

[@chrisbudberg8769]

Hockey night is such a part of our culture that during the 2010 Winter Olympics in Vancouver they played the theme music during the closing ceremony (it’s since been changed unfortunately). And the crowd went nuts.

[@newfiescreech7328]

If you play the first 5 notes of the old HNIC theme every Canadian of age will turn their head to the nearest TV.

[@joelmacdonald6994]

I feel sad for the young ones who will never know that sound. CBC letting it go was an absolute travesty.

[@colejarvis666]

Road hockey. "CAR!" 😂

[@jasompinard4576]

Fighting Tie Domi in a bar hahaha Tabarnak. That's hilarious.

[@TheScottdavis86]

Lahey and Randy performed at Rumor's comedy club in Winnipeg and bunch of us went to see them, and besides being an amazing set they had a sort of intermission which I understand they used to do where they ask the audience if anyone wanted to come up on stage and put on the Bubbles glasses and riff with Randy while Lahey had break. We nominated our one buddy to go up and they gave a shot at it and he absolutely knocked it outta the park for about what seemed like 10 minutes straight. Audience loved it. Got huge praise from Randy and Lahey, rest in peace. One of my fondest memories.

[@alfiesmullet1311]

Back in the 90s pretty much every street in the Canadian suburbs had kids playing hockey on the road.. when some wanted to drive through, we would yell CAR and everyone would move out of the way

[@gailhubbard7102]

Same here in Ontario. When there was no snow or ice on the roads, we used a ball. So much fun we had, back in the day 😊

[@rogerfurlong1535]

I'm actually impressed Mike Smith managed to not swear during this whole bit😆

[@bengagnon6947]

Yeah Saturday night Canadian teams play. I'm 45 and can remember getting popcorn and snacks for the big game every Saturday night with my brother's and Dad it's been around forever!

[@NanetteMersereau]

Hockey night in Canada…what everyone watched on Saturday night. I haven’t seen Bubbles. For ages. Great! Check out Don Cherry sometime. His outfits are worth seeing!

[@AndoC29]

Growing up in the 70s and having only 2 TV stations Hockey Night in Canada every Saturday was a big deal. The only hockey game you could see all week. Now with cable packages you call watch all the hockey you want..

[@trevorcesarone-rs5gf]

At one time this nation gathered round on Saturday Night. A symbol of strength our national right Flash of stars larger than life who would capture the moment and shoot out the lights. With names like The Rocket Mr Hockey and Bobby Orr You could hear the thunder.!!! He Shoots He Scores.

[@paulpalmer873]

Reminder`Check out Stompin Tom Connors. Canadian musical legend. "The Good Old Hockey Came, Sudbury Saturday NIght and more.

[@BostonShovinstuff]

"I just kept FEEDIN em , beat him almost to death" 😂😂😂

[@colindmac78]

Mike Smith (Bubbles) is a great guitar player and good singer. He has up on stage with Rush when they were in Halifax. Also I think Bubbles lives in or around Cole Harbor Nova scotia the same place where Sydney Crosby grew up.

[@TheIslandDivision]

I remember his old band had a video on MuchMusic. "Curious" by Sandbox.

[@actarus8564]

He is also on Spotify. Look for "Bubbles & the S💩t Rockers".👍

[@watson956]

Mert - Hockey Night in Canada started as a radio program on the CBC back in the 1930s(?), and migrated to television in the 1950s. It's a television institution up here. It's still on every Saturday night on the CBC during the NHL season, normally with multiple games each week, for different markets and the different timezones (ie there will be at least one game in the east and one in the west of Canada).

[@bluebear1985]

I think the 1930s sounds about accurate. They got a regular weekly broadcast started around the time Maple Leaf Gardens first opened. I think it was around 1952 that they made the transition to television.

[@rboisvert2175]

I saw Bubbles playing hockey against the NHL Oldtimers. He’s a solid hockey player!

[@Pausenton]

he learnd from the Hanson Brothers

[@O_Towne_Bear]

Foster Hewitt: "Hello, Canada, and hockey fans in the United States and Newfoundland.”

[@TheBozoleum]

The actor was originally the sound guy for the pilot. Before shooting he was doing a character with an accent, and the producers loved it and asked him to be in the show.

[@davidshawn1608]

I loved that Hip video! Can’t get more Canadian than that! 🇨🇦

[@gill4371]

Don Cherrys rock,em sock,em hockey videos was always a great watch

[@valwhelan3533]

Yes - and those suits. J. Peterson took a page from Don Cherry.....

[@andreab5356]

Yes he is a musician amongst his many talents

[@jBownz]

"did you play something like road hockey in Canada?" you've watched Canadian videos for how long now? ya, we play a bit of road hockey.

[@susanbender6029]

Hockey games broadcast on CBC TV STATION every Saturday night during winter.

[@tjmcguire9417]

Dave Schutlz is THE HAMMER. Born in Waldheim Saskatchewan, he was the enforcer for the Philadelphia Flyers. Some called him The Goon. Hence the movie.

[@iangiles3360]

Funny clip. Check out The Kittyman Sea Shanty song by them. btw Wayne Gretsky's brother played hockey in Ayr Scotland. My mom's home toon.

[@-R.Gray-]

If you've ever come across Canadian born singer Neil Young in your reactions, I remember when his father, sports columnist Scott Young, was a regular commentator on Hockey Night In Canada. He was fired in 1962 for writing unflattering things about the Toronto Maple Leaf's chairman, who also was a major shareholder of Maple Leaf Gardens (where the show was produced). The exclamation "He shoots !! He Scores !!!" was the trademark of play by play broadcaster Foster Hewitt, and later his son Bill from 1952 until 1981.

[@Ultra54able]

Awesome story, never knew that.

[@xXDoUbLeDDXx38]

I got to meet bubbles in and out of character, he's a super chill guy. He came to cold lake RCAF base to view all the jets and hangers and stuff so we gave him a tour around and got to take a bunch of pictures with him. This was mid 2000's I'd assume the picture with the whole squadron and him are still hung up there though.

[@rschrader]

If there are any Rock Em, Sock Em videos on KZbin, you might want to react to them. Don Cherry would put together and narrate a compilation of the biggest physical hits (fights, body checks, etc) and some goals, from the previous NHL season. They were made from the 1992 season to 2007.

[@hermanmelville2840]

A true Canadian institution - Saturday nights in hockey season has meant Hockey Night in Canada for generations in Canada, radio in the 1930’s, then onto TV in the modern era. Two games, one in the East starting at 7pm Eastern time, one in the West three hours later at 7pm Pacific. Between period features, a panel of commentators in the studio away from the rinks, and followed by “After Hours” nowadays, a long format interview with a player or coach. Look up Jerry Toth Orchestra Hickey Night in Canada Theme (on KZbin) - every kid knew that theme until the network got in a dispute about royalties and dumped it in the early 2000’s. A classic. Any Canadian who loves hockey knows the tune. Still gives me shivers like when I was a kid and so excited for the games.

[@111oooo]

Real "Road Hockey" in Canada is played in running shoes on a not busy road behind one of the kid's houses. Hockey sticks, tennis ball (better a well used one so not overly bouncy). Nice to have a couple of nets but not required (four stones can work). Then of course the familiar call "CAR" requiring the interruption of the then resumption when the car passes. Great to have a couple of guys with a goalie stick but not required

[@aced33]

Gotta love bubbles, lol.

[@bl_leafkid4322]

Playing road hockey as a kid in the 70s the puck was usually a hairless tennis ball.

[@timcasey7368]

Exactly, Hairless or any tennis ball would do. Never used any plastic/rubber pucks though. They would wear down on pavement after time

[@Progressive_Canadian]

Hockey Night in Canada (HNIC) is a long-standing and cherished Canadian television program that broadcasts live hockey games, primarily focusing on the National Hockey League (NHL). It’s similar to how people in Scotland might gather to watch a big football match, but instead of football, it’s ice hockey, the most popular sport in Canada. The show first aired in 1952, making it one of the oldest sports television programs in the world. It's a cultural institution in Canada, and for many, watching Hockey Night in Canada on Saturday evenings is a beloved tradition, almost like a weekly ritual. The format typically includes pre-game analysis, live coverage of at least one NHL game (often featuring the Toronto Maple Leafs, Montreal Canadiens, or another Canadian team), and post-game discussions. The show’s iconic theme music is instantly recognizable to Canadians and is often associated with the excitement of the game. One of the most famous segments on HNIC was "Coach's Corner," which featured Don Cherry, a colorful and controversial hockey commentator known for his outspoken opinions and flamboyant suits. Though Cherry is no longer part of the program, his legacy remains a significant part of the show's history. For Canadians, HNIC is more than just a sports broadcast; it’s a way of connecting with the national identity and celebrating the sport that is so deeply ingrained in the country's culture.

[@billwolfe3207]

love bubbles and the trailer park boys and your channel!

[@northerngurl6178]

I've been watching hockey since I was a little kid sitting on shag carpet in our living room in Northern Ontario, my dad yelling at the tv, hockey season is the best, NHL, world juniors, Olympic hockey, love it all, live in Toronto now and go to a few games every year, can't wait for October

[@obelisk21]

With regards to Hockey Night in Canada, imagine if the English Premier League was actually nearly 100 years old. Back in the days before television, when there was only radio, the BBC broadcasted one game a week on a Saturday afternoon. Eventually, once there were televisions the program moved from radio to TV but still maintained everything that it was. That is the historical context of Hockey Night in Canada but it meant even more in Canada because there was only a team in Toronto and a team in Montreal originally so given the size of the country, Hockey Night in Canada was the only access most people had to the NHL game. With Canadian winters being what they are, Saturday nights with Hockey Night in Canada has been a staple for most Canadian families going back many decades.

[@adrianmcgrath1984]

Hockey Night in Canada was essentially a production team and crew. Much like Match of the Day in the UK. Hockey teams play a number of games a week - average of 3 (?) and travel means they could be playing anywhere. Midweek hockey could be awkward for televising, especially as you have 6 time zones and two countries. Usually a local station would carry the midweek games - or TSN. Hockey Night in Canada was a show that started at a set time and although broadcast "nationally" might show two games an eastern and a western one - with the time difference, a Habs home game can be wrapped up before a Canucks home game begins. At other times they might cause furore by sticking with a Maple Leafs game nationally, even when a Flames or Oilers game has started and Westerners get upset. Or it may cut away early and western Leafs or Habs supporters living in the West get upset. Basically, its Match of the Day, except in two countries and several time zones, further plagued by the fact that Canadians tend to be pretty mobile, so lots of fans are displaced - and then on top of that there is the historical fact that in the early league, the Leafs and Habs were the two Canadian teams, so many people support them because their family always has, even if they themselves were born and raised somewhere else. A side effect of this scattered scheduling means that most hockey fans have a whole internal framework of who they do or don't support. If your team isn't playing, it's easier to watch a game that you have another team to root for. - this framework can be dismantled during the playoffs because if your team goes out, you will need another - except criteria change as you will want the cup to stay in your own country - and in some cases your own province . Calgary and Edmonton and even Vancouver fans might well support each others teams, if it means the cup goes to Alberta - or at least in the West

[@joannebonin5757]

lol I love the trailer park boy's . I met Bubbles Dad at the Superstore and what a nice guy. They always filmed here in Bible Hill Nova Scotia . I even met Ricky and Julian down at Keith's gas bar one day . What a bunch of nice guy's JS haha

[@craignelson882]

Sidney going in to this season asked for the same wage on his contract to benefit his team. He isn't in the top 25 salaries. Sid is a legend. Pure class.

[@StephenAndrew777]

Street hockey is playing in the road or the driveway in between two hockey nets in the summer wearing sneakers and using a tennis ball as a puck. Crosby is older now but he was similar to McDavid.

[@pattaccone]

Bubbles 😂. I love trailer park boys 8:22 the Tie Domi story is funny even though it’s not true 😅

[@Kiera_Jackson74]

Sidney Crosby made the gold metal winning goal against the USA at the 2010 Olympics

[@trappenweisseguy27]

Road hockey; played on the street with 1 or hopefully 2 nets and a tennis ball.

[@davidedwards3838]

Bubbles is a real musician.

[@Kiera_Jackson74]

Road hockey was a big part of growing up CAR!!!

[@slake9727]

GAME ON!!

[@Progressive_Canadian]

Bubbles, a beloved character from the Canadian television show Trailer Park Boys, is known for his thick glasses, love for cats, and quirky yet endearing personality. Played by actor Mike Smith, Bubbles quickly became a fan favorite due to his unique blend of innocence and street smarts, often providing comic relief with his misadventures in the Sunnyvale Trailer Park. Mike Smith, who initially joined the show as a sound engineer, was convinced by the show's creators to play Bubbles, a character he had developed as a joke during jam sessions with his band. The oversized glasses Bubbles wears, which give him his distinctive look, were actually found at a flea market. Smith has mentioned in interviews that while the glasses contribute to Bubbles' iconic appearance, they are extremely uncomfortable to wear. The thick lenses significantly impair his vision, making it challenging for him to see clearly while filming. Despite this discomfort, Smith embraced the role, knowing that the glasses were crucial to bringing Bubbles to life. Smith's portrayal of Bubbles has earned him widespread acclaim, and he has spoken fondly of the character in various interviews, often discussing how the glasses, despite being a literal pain, are essential to capturing Bubbles' unique charm and perspective.

[@fluttergirl75]

I remember as far back as Peter Puck.

[@eibbor171]

yes been requesting this for awhile haha

[@harveyburrows5121]

I am 65 and I watched hockey night in Canada when I was 4 yrs old and still look forward to Saturday and Hockey Night InCanada it’s an institution and part of our heritage

[@pamelalindsay1433]

Aired after Bugs Bunny Roadrunner hour, to my recollection.

[@jeeper2371]

Bubbles looks like you. He must be from Scotland too, LOL

[@KendrickMan]

How Crosby compares to McDavid: Crosby was basically known as the best player since Wayne Gretzky (2857pts) retired, he may go on to be about #5-6 (1750-1850pts) in scoring all time, maybe lower or higher depending on how many more seasons he plays, but his career is just winding down. McDavid is just getting into his prime, and is on pace to surpass Crosby shortly after he retires. I don't think he'll pass Gretzky unless he keeps this pace up until he's 40, but #2 in points all time (1922+pts) is not out of the question the way his trajectory is going. The real questions are if he can hit 2000 points, or how much beyond 2000 will he get to.

[@maegangrenier5229]

Canadian here, please review trailer park boys season 4 episode 5 - conky It is the absolute best episode 🙌 thank you for the laughs 😃

[@petemcfeet28]

Mike Smith (aka Bubbles) is a pretty good hockey player and an excellent musician.

[@aryall]

Bubbles ( Mike Smith ) use to play guitar in a fairly popular Canadian band during the 90's "SandBox" kzbin.info/www/bejne/mX2TiJiEqdiGlZY

[@NicholasPellow]

"putting a 40 down' refers to finishing off an entire 40 ounce bottle of hard liquor, hahaha. That's 1.18L of the hard stuff.

[@scottmaclean8198]

bubbles, Mike Smith is a real musician, he was a guitarist in a band before he was a trailer park boy. I saw him play at JJ Rossie’s in Halifax in the 90’s

[@jonhamilton5789]

The band was Sandbox, saw them myself.

[@hogback100]

The municipal civic center in my town has 3 ice surfaces.There is hockey year round...

[@Ottawajames]

You should definitely do a video about Don Cherry....

[@hogback100]

No, Guy Lafleur did not smoke on the bench,but in the dressing room between periods..

[@jethro1963]

The Flower loved his Craven A's. In Tretiak's book he couldn't believe Gerry Cheevers smoked between periods.

[@karenpower1643]

Marty McSorley was a beast!

[@ursanator]

Bubbles plays and sings with Alex from Rush "Closer To The Heart" kzbin.info/www/bejne/ZonCqIicoaZ3d5ofeature=shared Bubbles plays Closer To The Heart with Rush kzbin.info/www/bejne/qKSXoqGVl62Eh5Ifeature=shared Bubbles - Liquor and Whores kzbin.info/www/bejne/hmKWlZl7gLBplbsfeature=shared Who's Got Yer Belly? (feat. Alex Lifeson of Rush) kzbin.info/www/bejne/aqevkoJtndSHrq8feature=shared Bubbles does David Bowie "The Man Who Sold The World" kzbin.info/www/bejne/amG0hJdsj9mNnM0feature=shared Trailer Park Boys - The Kittyman Sea Shanty kzbin.info/www/bejne/mn-WqHiagMSprtkfeature=shared

[@cpaton1284]

Yes you have to.look up some of bubbles music videos ,

[@Kiera_Jackson74]

Bubbles was a professional musician before he started acting in TPB

[@curlyb]

It's "road hockey" not "street hockey" and i'm glad Bubbles said it!

[@artharrison9586]

For some reason we called road hockey, “shinny” (sounds like skinny), I have no idea why. It was a major activity when we were growing up.

[@aishaaa3774]

Haha Bubbles is the best. You should watch NHL refs mic'd up next

[@Panushkin]

My grandparents were married the same year hockey night in Canada went to television im 48

[@cyclops-king-crap-music-videos]

tie domi--"who are you?"

[@MikePurdue-ky9pm]

Don Cherry with Ricky, Bubbles and Julien is such a Canada proud moment. What episode was that?? Or was it a music video?

[@Sid-gu5qk]

Sean Avery rifled a puck off Bubbles' jaw, just to be an arsehole. 😂😂😂

[@grumben123]

That sounds like something he would do.

[@Logan69420]

Please react to the whole series. There's 12 seasons so it will keep you busy awhile

[@aerialarboreal9005]

Hockey Night in Canada is as Canadian as Canada is Canadian!!! Eh...

[@ChristinaBagg-q6w]

My friend in canada we call it hockey game!!!!!not a match

[@shawnahomefree2894]

I dont think rollerblades were invented when i played road hockey

[@rboisvert2175]

Sounds like indoor floor hockey.

[@gregkral4467]

Look up 'Getting learnt with Ricky'. Ricky trying to do those 'educational' videos and life hacks we see so often on ytube.. Hilarious stuff.

[@TheDopekitty]

Liquor and whores is the only bubbles song I know, but it's a gooder

[@cameronpickard7456]

what a goofball

[@samspade4050]

Yes you certainly are

[@braddrover6769]

go to "sidney crosby top 10 career highlights"

[@JoannDavi]

McDavid, you say? I think he's still weeping somewhere in Florida....

[@Thunderstruck773]

Car 🚘🏒

[@tjmcguire9417]

Love you lad. This is the dummest thing you have ever done. Stop. We ALL know Trailer Park and Bubbles. We need no briefing from you.

[@kimm3480]

Trailer park Boys are great. I'm a fan. This is not one of the funnier bits maybe.

[@ChristinaBagg-q6w]

Oh my gosh hockey night in canada your not canadian if you don't know that!!!!

[@acidheadzzz]

You don’t know what hockey night in Canada is. I wasn’t expecting to hear you say that. You don’t know anything about Canada prior to the millennial trudope world you’re visiting online now.

[@acidheadzzz]

Mert, what’s your story man? What are you all about? You ask a lot of questions but you tell nothing about yourself. You’re from Scotland. Why do you give a shyte about our country Canada and why do you ask so many questions?

[@heidimueller1039]

I think he lives in Malaysia, but where?