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DAN PAILLE, 2011 Stanley Cup Champion with Boston, was a part of arguably the best 4th line in the NHL in the 2010-11 season. Paired with Shawn Thorton and Gregory Campbell, the Merlot line as it was known, played a tough, physical, grinding style that wore teams down, including team's top lines. He was originally drafted 20th overall by the Buffalo Sabres in the 2002 NHL entry draft and played in the NHL with the Sabres, Bruins, and New York Rangers. After retiring from the NHL he played Brynas IF in Sweeden.
This episode has it all. From talk about hitting in today's game to the lack of respect of the game, your opponent and yourself. Sit back an enjoy as Dan gives insight into playing in the NHL, the state of hockey and what it was like to lift the Stanley Cup.
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"DAN PAILLE | Chirping Zebras Podcast | Ep #131" is an episode of Chirping Zebras. Runtime 1 hr 14 min. Published November 12, 2026. Hit play above to stream it here, or open the free Spot Sports app for background play and offline downloads.