Gregory Balloch

📻 @Sportsnet650’s ‘Laddie’ on Halford & Brough and @WHLGiants Host · 🎙️ Play-by-play for the @DeltaIceHawks · 🥅 Goaltending coach/scout/analyst.

[Gregory Balloch @GregBalloch]

I have a lot of fun doing play-by-play, and 2025 was very enjoyable

I was privileged to call another Stonehouse Cup final at the end of the PJHL season, as well as some JPHL action (including eventual 3rd overall WHL pick Liam Pue). Also some bonus UBC Baseball in the summer!

[Gregory Balloch @GregBalloch]

So sad. Nick was the loveable heart of the Surrey Eagles 😢

When I worked there, my "office" was basically in the equipment room. I never had to do any research when Nick was around, because he knew every detail about every player from every season. RIP Big Nick.

[Surrey Eagles @SurreyEagles]

It is with profound sadness that the Surrey Eagles announce the sudden passing of Nick Johnston, known by so many as ‘Big Nick.’

Nick was a cherished member of the Surrey Eagles family and, to many, the heart and soul of the Surrey Eagles. His impact extended far beyond the rink. His unwavering dedication, generous spirit, and larger-than-life personality touched countless players, coaches, staff, volunteers, and fans throughout the years. Whether offering support, sharing a laugh, or lending a helping hand, Nick made everyone around him feel valued and welcomed.

The loss of Big Nick leaves a void that cannot be filled, but his legacy will live on through the countless lives he influenced and the memories he helped create within our organization and community.

Our thoughts and deepest condolences are with Nick’s family, friends, and all those mourning this heartbreaking loss. We are grateful for the time we shared with him and for the lasting mark he leaves on the Surrey Eagles.

Rest easy, Big Nick. You will always be a part of the Surrey Eagles family and will never be forgotten.

[KB @Yogi_Bear17]

I can’t stop thinking about this

[Gregory Balloch @GregBalloch]

@JoshuaHowsam They only deal with starter's lines

[Gregory Balloch @GregBalloch]

Big time NHL 08 “create a team” vibes

[Sportsnet @Sportsnet]

The New York Islanders' new AHL affiliate in Hamilton will be named the Hamilton Hammers 🔨

[Gregory Balloch @GregBalloch]

This happened in a Jays game last week and everyone was similarly as confused. A ball that bounces then hits the netting is apparently live and in-play.

[Talkin' Baseball @TalkinBaseball_]

HOW was this not ruled a ground rule double for Ohtani?

[Gregory Balloch @GregBalloch]

The reason people like this kind of stuff (fun t-shirts honouring them) is because it takes time and effort to pull off. That's what makes it meaningful and endearing.

Slapping something together by typing a prompt + uploading an existing pic is the antithesis of this.

[Gregory Balloch @GregBalloch]

Thanks for the 20 years, here's an AI-designed shirt (Check out how bad the rings look)

[Chris Johnston @reporterchris]

The 🇨🇦 players came to the rink today wearing shirts honoring massage therapist Andy Hüppi -- a beloved figure inside the Canadian program.

Hüppi is working his 20th world championship for Canada and plans to retire afterwards.

[Gregory Balloch @GregBalloch]

@LachInTheCrease Over 7M people in the GTA, man. That's almost 20% of the population of the entire country centralized in one area. Ottawa is a nonfactor, their market doesn't overlap.

[Gregory Balloch @GregBalloch]

@mayaxeverysport Goalies changing on the fly needs to happen more in general IMO https://t.co/tPUnLn7WdH

[IW Magazine @IWmag]

Per IW sources, Hamilton is finalizing a deal with the PWHL to become one of its next expansion franchises. San Jose and Las Vegas are among the other potential cities in the race. https://t.co/kK2GkQmgLa

[Gregory Balloch @GregBalloch]

@samanthacp_ They shut down the Oak st bridge at 9:30 am on a weekday last week for one of these 🤦‍♂️

[Gregory Balloch @GregBalloch]

@JoshuaHowsam @DinoRoiati .242/.294/.332 in his last ~400 PAs. 86 hits but only 20 extra base hits. Just completely zapped of power, sad to see.

[Gregory Balloch @GregBalloch]

“Today is the first time I’ve uttered the word ‘Cheech’ and not smiled”

- John Shorthouse on @Sportsnet650 relaying the words he received from Chris Cuthbert after hearing about John Garrett’s passing

[Sportsnet PR @SportsnetPR]

A statement on the passing of John Garrett:

[Gregory Balloch @GregBalloch]

Classic Ottawa: Vezina-level goaltending, but lifeless offence.

Wait a minute

[Everyday Sens @EverydaySens]

Linus Ullmark's playoff performance:

Game 1 | .933 SV%, 2.94 GSAx
Game 2 | .939 SV%, 2.11 GSAx
Game 3 | .926 SV%, 2.14 GSAx
Game 4 | .929 SV%, 0.97 GSAx

Sens scored 5 total goals and got swept. I'm not even sure how that's possible with this level of goaltending.

[Gregory Balloch @GregBalloch]

One more for the Goldies

@PWHL__Vancouver

[Gregory Balloch @GregBalloch]

@ElliottWolfeJ Here’s an option if you felt like adding 3-4 hours of biking to your daily routine:

[Gregory Balloch @GregBalloch]

@blashdril But have you considered:

[Gregory Balloch @GregBalloch]

The Flyers should straighten their logo out

[Gregory Balloch @GregBalloch]

@jmoss16 @ElliottWolfeJ Why would a franchise that would create 10x the revenue and have 10x the popularity be the backup plan

[Gregory Balloch @GregBalloch]

@Tomas_TDE Death by 1000 paper cuts, way cooler