This week on the Next Shift Hockey Podcast we are joined by Winchester, Ontario native, former Peterborough Petes defenseman, 2nd round pick of the Montreal Canadiens in the 1999 NHL entry draft, and 15 year Pro who played for the San Jose Sharks, Ottawa Senators, and New York Islanders, Matt Carkner.


Matt chatted with us about his willingness to fight, his development as a young defenseman, the perseverance required to achieve his dream of playing and staying in the NHL, the transition to coaching and much more. Thanks for coming on the show Matt!