OverDrive - June 10, 2026 - Hour 1 - Ashton McCulloch
Ashton McCullough, a Kingston-born golfer and former Michigan State standout, officially launched his professional career at the RBC Canadian Open, where he shot a stunning 59 on Cataraqui Golf and Country Club — an unofficial course record. The episode captures the electric atmosphere of the tournament, blending golf commentary with sharp hockey analysis, as host Josie Dye and guest Ashton dissect the pressures of pro play, the physical grind of a full day on the course, and the mental edge that separates elite athletes. Ashton reveals his unique perspective: while he avoids watching amateur putts to stay focused, he studies Tommy Fleetwood’s swing when struggling — a testament to the mental discipline required in high-stakes competition. The conversation pivots to the Stanley Cup Final, where both goalies, Freddie Anderson and Bussie, have faltered under pressure, sparking debate over whether the series is being defined by mental breakdowns rather than skill. The hosts argue that the chaos, with four-goal games and goaltenders turning into 'pumpkins,' has made it one of the most unpredictable and entertaining finals in years — a spectacle driven not by dominance, but by collapse and resilience. As the episode closes, the focus shifts to the NHL offseason, with deep dives into the Mike Babcock controversy, the Leafs' coaching search, and Buffalo’s tough decisions around Alex Tuck’s $11.
Shoot a 59 on an unofficial course record at Cataraqui Golf and Country Club, but only after missing the front nine in a Pro-Am.
Avoid watching amateur putts to maintain mental focus, but study top pros like Tommy Fleetwood’s swing when struggling.
Pro golf is a full-day grind — chipping, putting, and range work dominate the schedule, not just tournament play.
The Stanley Cup Final has seen four-goal games nightly, with both goalies allowing poor goals despite making key saves.
Freddie Anderson has been benched in Game 5, a move seen as protecting his dignity rather than a tactical decision.
…and 5 more takeaways available in PodZeus
FanDuel Powers the Show
The episode opens with a sponsor read for FanDuel, setting the stage for live coverage of the RBC Canadian Open at TPC Toronto.
Ashton McCullough Turns Pro
“I shot 59 the other day. But it's an unofficial course record because you're saying it's got to be during a tournament.”
The Pro-Am Experience
Ashton reflects on his first pro-level Pro-Am, describing the pressure of playing alongside top players like Victor Hovland and Tommy Fleetwood.
The Mental Game of Golf
“I don't want to be swayed. Maybe he hit a bad putt. I don't want to, you know. Yeah, yeah. You know what I'm saying?”
From 59 to Tournament Pressure
“It's just like the pressure it's just everything is on a bigger stage what happens from because I lived in South Florida a lot and there was a bunch of guys there every day I was like There's no way that this tournament that these guys are going to, they're all not winning it because it was 65 every day.”
“It's still pro sports. You've got to be ruthless. You didn't win a Stanley Cup. No. You got to the second round. That's what they have to weigh.”
“And it's almost like they're both turning into pumpkins. And if one of the keys is if Carolina, this bussy kid could get hot.”
“like the pressure it's just everything is a is on a bigger stage what happens from because I lived in South Florida a lot and there was a bunch of guys there every day I was like There's no way that this tournament that these guys are going to, they're all not winning it because it was 65 every day.”
Host
Guest
RBC Canadian Open
other
Ashton McCullough
person
Josie Dye
person
Bussie
person
Mike Babcock
person
Carter Hart
person
Freddie Anderson
person
TPC Toronto
place
Alex Tuck
person
Bruce Cassidy
person
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