The Next Shift Hockey Podcast
121 episodes - English - Latest episode: almost 2 years ago -A hockey podcast realized by former players, tailored for the players of the past, present and future...The Next Shift uncovers the untold stories of triumph and tribulation within the game as well as in the arena of life after hockey. We aim to bring on guests that share a common denominator, in that, the lessons they learned and the adversity they faced as players molded their character as people - - enabling them to reach their post-hockey goals and dreams as innovators, entrepreneurs, and leaders. These shared experiences of defining moments inspire us, our guests, and listeners to conquer each opportunity we are presented...The Game Never Ends, This is Just Your Next Shift.
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Episode #66 - Featuring Nick Petrecki and Matt McIlvane
July 25, 2021 23:04 - 1 hour - 218 MBIn this episode of the Next Shift Hockey Podcast, we are bringing you not just one, but two interviews. In our first, we welcome back to the show 2007 1st Round Draft Pick of the San Jose Sharks, 2008 NCAA hockey national champion with Boston College and former NHL/AHL defenseman, Nick Petrecki. We chatted with Nick about the NHL draft and his memories of being selected in the 1st round + Nick offers some great insights on how he was able to make a successful transition to medical device sa...
Episode #65 - Andy Sutton x 2
July 19, 2021 01:30 - 45 minutes - 52.6 MBThis week we were excited to bring back former guest and CEO/Owner of Verbero Hockey, Andy Sutton. This time around, we focused on his path and day to day process as an Entrepreneur, what it takes to manage a team, how to keep his mind and body right to get the most out of himself each day and more. We are fortunate for Andy and his team to support our podcast and have joined the Verbero mission as part of their Rep Force. We will be testing gear ourselves and keeping our listeners up to d...
Episode #64 - Tyson Nash
July 11, 2021 23:00 - 57 minutes - 131 MBIn this week’s episode we are joined by one of the best personalities in hockey – three time memorial cup champion with the Kamloops Blazers, a top 10 NHL agitator of all time with the St. Louis Blues and Arizona Coyotes and veteran TV color analyst, Tyson Nash. We chatted with Tyson about reinventing yourself after hanging up the skates, how winning three memorial cups created a winning mindset for life, doing whatever it takes to make the NHL, how he handled the end of his career and his ...
Episode #63 - Sean ”The Sheriff” McMorrow
July 05, 2021 01:15 - 1 hour - 88.9 MBThis week we bring on Sean "The Sheriff" McMorrow - who played in the OHL, NHL, AHL, EIHL and LNAH. Sean holds the record for most fighting majors ever handed out in any league in the regular season and faced 1 MAJOR setback serving 20 months in federal prison having to plead guilty on conspiracy marijuana charges in the middle of his career. In addition to hearing his story of redemption, gratitude and perspective, we got the chance to hear his opinion on fighting in hockey, setting new g...
Episode #63 - Sean"The Sherrif" McMorrow
July 05, 2021 01:15 - 1 hour - 59.4 MBThis week we bring on Sean The Sherrif McMorrow - who played in the OHL, NHL, AHL, EIHL and LNAH. Sean holds the record for most fighting majors ever handed out in any league in the regular season and faced 1 MAJOR setback serving 20 months in federal prison having to plead guilty on conspiracy marijuana charges in the middle of his career. In addition to hearing his story of redemption, gratitude and perspective, we got the chance to hear his opinion on fighting in hockey, setting new goa...
Episode #63 - Sean "The Sheriff" McMorrow
July 05, 2021 01:15 - 1 hour - 59.4 MBThis week we bring on Sean "The Sheriff" McMorrow - who played in the OHL, NHL, AHL, EIHL and LNAH. Sean holds the record for most fighting majors ever handed out in any league in the regular season and faced 1 MAJOR setback serving 20 months in federal prison having to plead guilty on conspiracy marijuana charges in the middle of his career. In addition to hearing his story of redemption, gratitude and perspective, we got the chance to hear his opinion on fighting in hockey, setting new g...
Episode #62 - Featuring Blaine Holcomb and Clint Malarchuk
June 27, 2021 23:00 - 1 hour - 181 MBWe’ve gone country in this episode featuring – Country Music Singer Blaine Holcomb and former NHL Goaltender, Coach, Podcast Host of "Warriors Unmasked", Author, Professional Speaker and Mental Health advocate “The Cowboy Goalie", Clint Malarchuk. We chatted with Blaine about his new hit single “I Drink, She Drives”, his journey within the Country Music world and lastly Blaine tells some classic Joe Marsh stories. We talked with Clint about the goaltending in the Stanley Cup Playoffs, his ...
Episode #61 - Theo Fleury
June 21, 2021 01:17 - 1 hour - 172 MBIn this episode we were joined by yet another legend of the game – 1989 Stanley Cup Champion and 2002 Olympic Gold medalist with Team Canada, Theo Fleury. Fleury a 7 time All- Star played in over 1000 NHL games and amassed over 1000 points between 1989 and 2003 with the Calgary Flames, Colorado Avalanche, New York Rangers and Chicago Blackhawks. Theo talks about his upbringing and how hockey became an escape at an early age, the new purpose he found after writing his book “Playing with Fire...
Episode #60 - John Buccigross
June 14, 2021 00:00 - 53 minutes - 123 MBWe have an all-time episode for you this week with veteran SportsCenter anchor, ESPN broadcasting legend and one of the great ambassadors of the game, none other than John Buccigross. In this interview, we chatted with Bucci about how his romantic relationship with the game of hockey began, grinding his way to land his dream job as an anchor on SportsCenter, ESPN winning the TV rights to air the NHL and the future of the sport and lastly we have some fun chatting fitness and chicken parm! T...
Episode #59 - Brian Ferlin
June 07, 2021 01:37 - 46 minutes - 85.6 MBThis week we are joined by the first Jacksonville, Florida native to play in the National Hockey League, former USHL and College Hockey star with the Indiana Ice and Cornell Big Red, Brian Ferlin. In this interview we chatted with Brian about his unlikely path from Florida to the NHL with the Boston Bruins and how his family and the adversity he faced as a young player helped him reach his goals, his experience and the defining moments of his playing career while in the USHL, NCAA, and the ...
Episode #58 - Jared DeMichiel
May 31, 2021 00:12 - 1 hour - 224 MBThis week we are thrilled to be joined by RIT Hockey legend, former St. Lawrence assistant coach, current associate head coach and reigning NCAA national champion with UMASS Amherst, Jared DeMichiel. In this interview, we chatted with Coach DeMike about his personal playing story and transition to coaching, learning from loss and fighting through the hard times, the art of recruiting, the power of culture and finally we talk about his experience of winning an NCAA national championship.
Episode #57 - Chris Gragnano - Owner of Total Hockey Development
May 24, 2021 00:04 - 1 hour - 153 MBWe wound back the clock this week and brought (back) on the first ever guest of the Next Shift Hockey Podcast in Chris Gragnano – Owner of Total Hockey Development. Chris has been a skills instructor in the CT area for over 10 years and trains players at the youth, prep school, junior, college, professional, and NHL level. Chris is also the assistant coach at the Gunnery School as well as the head coach for various teams with Mid-Fairfield Youth Hockey. In this one, we chatted with Coach Gr...
Ep #56 - Peter Russo: The Philosopher/Coach
May 16, 2021 22:57 - 1 hour - 140 MBWe went philosophical this week and for good reason! We're really excited to drop this conversation Sean Coffey had with Peter Russo. As a coach, Peter has experience at the Prep level with Buckingham Brown and Nichols as well assisting with Providence and Babson College. Recently he transitioned to working 1 on 1 with players. Peter is more than just a skills coach, he helps clients at various levels navigate the limiting beliefs that we all carry, shift the perception of their identity a...
Episode #55 - Joe Marsh
May 09, 2021 23:00 - 1 hour - 187 MBThis week we are honored to be joined by St. Lawrence Skating Saints coaching legend Joe Marsh. Coach Marsh spent 26 years behind the St. Lawrence University bench and forged one of the most successful coaching careers in U.S. college history. Not only was he successful with wins and championships, but he was also one of the most revered and admired coaches of his generation. He coached twelve of the fourteen 20+ win seasons in St. Lawrence history, produced ECAC championship teams in 1988, ...
Episode #54 - JR, Bobby & Al Butler
May 03, 2021 03:12 - 58 minutes - 109 MBThis week we are pleased to bring on the Butler brothers from Marlboro MA. Many of our listeners are probably familiar with Bobby - the middle brother - who starred at UNH, played in over 800 pro games and capped off his career competing in the Olympics for team USA. It was great to hear the experiences from three brothers of differing skill levels and paths in the game and how they now are in the same spot - navigating life after hockey and drawing on the lessons learned and what made the...
Episode #53 - A Year in Review
April 26, 2021 01:23 - 58 minutes - 133 MBWith year one of the Next Shift Hockey Podcast in the books, this week your co-hosts Sean Coffey and George Hughes couldn't help but share some of their thoughts on their favorite moments and messages from the incredible guests over the past year and 52 episodes. We truly believe the stories, life lessons, and wisdom they have shared with us and our great community are invaluable. We cannot thank our guests, friends, family, and supporters enough...you are the reason we keep moving forward a...
Episode #52 - Barstool Chief
April 18, 2021 23:01 - 49 minutes - 113 MBWe had a fun one this week with former New England Prep grinder and spark plug for the Berkshire Bears - current Barstool Chicago media personality and host of Red Line Radio, Barstool Chief. In this interview, we chatted what it took for Chief to win the first ever Pink Whitney Cup Championship, his path as a hockey player from the Chicago AAA circuit to New England Prep School Hockey, how his interest and love for the game of hockey and writing led to his dream job with Barstool + we go b...
Episode #51 - Steve Dubinsky
April 12, 2021 01:40 - 1 hour - 142 MBThis week we had a fun conversation with former NHL'er Steve Dubinsky. Steve was a walk on at Clarkson University, 11th Rd NHL draft pick and was able to carve out a decade plus long career as a pro. Steve is now involved in a number of different business ventures in the game and has a great perspective on the state of the sport at the minor hockey levels throughout North America. Thanks for coming on Steve!
Episode #50 - Mike O'Connell
April 04, 2021 23:04 - 48 minutes - 110 MBThis week we were honored to be joined by another Boston Bruins legend, a man who has dedicated his life to the game of hockey, Mike O'Connell. Mike played over 800 games in the NHL between 1977 and 1990 with the Chicago Blackhawks, Boston Bruins, and Detroit Red Wings. After his playing days ended, Mike took up coaching and then transitioned to the management side of the game and became the GM of the Boston Bruins in 2000. Currently, Mike is the director of professional player development w...
Episode #50 - Mike O’Connell
April 04, 2021 23:04 - 48 minutes - 110 MBThis week we were honored to be joined by another Boston Bruins legend, a man who has dedicated his life to the game of hockey, Mike O'Connell. Mike played over 800 games in the NHL between 1977 and 1990 with the Chicago Blackhawks, Boston Bruins, and Detroit Red Wings. After his playing days ended, Mike took up coaching and then transitioned to the management side of the game and became the GM of the Boston Bruins in 2000. Currently, Mike is the director of professional player development w...
Episode #49 - Blake Bolden
March 29, 2021 00:05 - 33 minutes - 40.1 MBThis week we were lucky enough to be joined by Blake Bolden - Pro Scout for the LA Kings, Player, Verbero Ambassador, Broadcaster, Coach & Mentor. Her resume is loaded with firsts and we are super thankful that she agreed to be the first women player we interviewed on this podcast. We really enjoyed hearing more about the trajectory of the women's game, Saying YES to opportunities that come your way, taking pride in being a role-model and much more. Thanks BB!
Episode #48 - Topher Scott & Jeff LoVecchio of The Hockey Think Tank
March 21, 2021 23:02 - 1 hour - 150 MBThis week, we are thrilled to be joined by both hosts of The Hockey Think Tank Podcast, former Cornell University Hockey captain, NCAA Division-One coach and founder of the Hockey Think Tank, Topher Scott and former Western Michigan University standout, longtime pro and owner of RIPT Hockey, Jeff LoVecchio. In this interview, we chat the story behind how and why Topher and Jeff started the Hockey Think Tank, their journeys as players and their transitions to the real world, the power of bui...
Episode #47 - Paul Cohen - Founder of Ultimate Hockey Fans
March 14, 2021 23:30 - 44 minutes - 101 MBThis week, we are joined by Toronto, Ontario native, former goaltender for the St. Lawrence Skating Saints and longtime pro, one of the few goalies ever to score a goal...Founder of Ultimate Hockey Fans, Paul Cohen. In this interview, we chat about goalie goals, how Paul founded his company and his journey as a hockey player and as an entrepreneur and some of the life lessons the game has taught us. Thank you for coming on the show Paul!!
Episode #46 - Adam Nicholas
March 08, 2021 02:06 - 1 hour - 60.7 MBThis week, we are joined by Springvale, Maine native, player development and skills coach at the NHL, NCAA and Junior levels - Owner of Stride Envy Hockey, Adam Nicholas. In this episode, we chat about how Adam's journey and experiences as a player shaped his core values as a coach and have a long chat on the details of player development and coaching. Thanks for coming on the show Adam!!
Episode #45 - Chris Pronger
March 01, 2021 00:00 - 1 hour - 65.9 MBThis week, we are again honored to be joined (14:00) by another legend of the game and one of the best defensemen ever to lace up the skates...2007 Stanley Cup winner with the Anaheim Ducks, 2015 Hockey Hall of Famer, and Triple Gold Club member - current Co-Owner of Well Inspired Travels, Chris Pronger. We hope you enjoy this one and thanks for coming on the show Chris!!
Episode #44 - Jeremy Roenick
February 22, 2021 00:03 - 42 minutes - 96.7 MBThis week, we are honored to be joined (8:15) by Boston, Massachusetts native, USA Hockey icon and National Hockey League legend, where he played in 9 NHL All-Star games, scored 513 goals, the 3rd most ever by a USA born player right behind Keith Tkachuk (538) and Mike Modano (561), USA Hockey Hall of Fame member - former on air and larger than life media personality and current Host of Hits Hard on the No Filter network, Jeremy Roenick. In this interview, we chatted with JR about cancel cu...
Episode #43 - Eric Gryba
February 14, 2021 23:00 - 1 hour - 70.6 MBThis week, we are joined (6:45) by former Green Bay Gambler, 2009 NCAA National Champion with the Boston University Terriers, 3rd Round NHL draft pick, 7 year NHL veteran defenseman with the Ottawa Senators, Edmonton Oilers, and New Jersey Devils, Eric Gryba. We had a blast in this episode and chatted Eric's hockey journey - from his decision to play in the USHL to winning a NCAA Championship to playing with Connor McDavid + the importance of building a brand while still playing, the details...
Episode #42 - Tommy Smith - Founder of Just Cure Paralysis
February 08, 2021 03:48 - 1 hour - 65.6 MBThis week, we are joined (@3:45) by current founder of Just Cure Paralysis, Tommy Smith. Just Cure Paralysis/ The Thomas E. Smith Foundation is a non-profit organization whose mission is to better the lives of those affected by and living with paralysis through finacial and emotional support, as well as supporting preventative innovations that decrease the risk of spinal cord injuries. Huge thank you to Tommy for coming on the show to share his incredible story! To learn more or donate pleas...
Episode #41 - Freddy Meyer
January 31, 2021 22:21 - 1 hour - 92.9 MBThis week, we are joined (@7:50) by former Boston University Terrier and NHL Defenseman for the Philadelphia Flyers, New York Islanders, Arizona Coyotes, and Atlanta Thrashers where he amassed 281 NHL Games - current Head Ice Hockey Coach of the Rivers School and Owner of Dream Big Hockey, Freddy Meyer. Thanks for coming on Freddy!
Episode #40 - Doug Brown
January 24, 2021 22:58 - 1 hour - 184 MBThis week, we are honored to be joined (@ 3:15) by Southborough, Massachusetts native, former St. Mark's School star and NCAA Hockey All-American with Boston College, NHL veteran forward with over 850 games played and two time ('97,'98) Stanley Cup Champion with the Detroit Redwings - current founder and owner of Trinity Global Partners, Doug Brown. Thanks for coming on the show Doug!
Episode #39 - Cam Janssen
January 17, 2021 23:13 - 43 minutes - 48.5 MBThis week, we are pumped to be joined by fellow Cannadips ambassador, St. Louis, Missouri native, former NHL enforcer for the New Jersey Devils and St. Louis Blues and widely regarded as one of the toughest players to lace up the skates - current host of the Cam & Strick Podcast, Cam Janssen. Thanks for coming on the show Cam!!
Episode #38 - Mike Richter
January 10, 2021 22:17 - 1 hour - 74.4 MBThis week, we are honored to be joined (@ 17:55) by Flourtown, Pennsylvania native, USA Hockey legend and Stanley Cup Champion with the New York Rangers - a man who truly needs no introduction - Mike Richter! This one was special...Thanks for coming on Mike!
Episode #37 - Ryan Hughes
January 03, 2021 23:06 - 1 hour - 70.1 MBThis week, we are joined (@ 13:30) by the younger brother of our previous guest, Montreal, Quebec native, former WJC Team Canada member, the 22nd overall pick of the 1990 NHL draft by the Quebec Nordiques, Cornell Men's Hockey standout, and NHL forward for the Boston Bruins, Ryan Hughes. Thanks for coming on Ryan!
Episode #36 - Kent Hughes
December 27, 2020 23:18 - 1 hour - 53.3 MBThis week, we are joined (@ 8:30) by Montreal, Quebec native, former Middlebury College star, current NHL Player Agent and Managing Director of Quartexx Hockey, Kent Hughes. Thanks for coming on Kent!!
Episode #35 - Ryan Murphy
December 21, 2020 02:12 - 1 hour - 64.8 MBThis week, we are joined (@ 7:25) by Rumson, New Jersey native, 2004 Beanpot overtime hero with Boston College and current skill development coach for the New Jersey Devils, Ryan Murphy. Thanks for coming on Murph!
Episode #34 - Matt Fornataro
December 13, 2020 23:13 - 1 hour - 65.3 MBThis week, we are joined by Calgary, Alberta native, former USHL standout and Clark Cup Champion with the Waterloo Blackhawks, All-American Forward with UNH Men’s Hockey and long time Pro - current Founder/CEO of Kompany39, Matt Fornataro. In this interview, (begins @ 8:35) Matt shares the defining moments of his early hockey career including what influenced his decision to chase the USHL and NCAA path, his “life after hockey” advice for current and former players + how his hockey journey l...
Episode #33 - Bruce Cassidy
December 07, 2020 00:42 - 1 hour - 61.9 MBThis Week, we are honored to be joined by Ottawa, Ontario native, former Ottawa 67’s star and Memorial Cup Champ, 1st Round Draft Pick and NHL defenseman for the Chicago Blackhawks - current Head Coach of the Boston Bruins and 2020 NHL Coach of the Year, Bruce Cassidy. In this interview, (Begins @9:00 ) we had to play hurt as we are in the middle of our 60 Day Dump and Change Quit Dip Challenge with Cannadips CBD - - Coach Cassidy shares what really sets him off as a coach, how his upbring...
Episode #32 - Mark Mowers
November 29, 2020 22:40 - 57 minutes - 49.9 MBThis week, we are joined by Whitesboro, New York product, former All-American and Hobey Baker Finalist with UNH Men's Hockey, NHL forward with the Nashville Predators, Detroit Red Wings, Boston Bruins, and Anaheim Ducks - current Pro Scout for the Minnesota Wild and real estate agent, Mark Mowers. In this interview, (begins at 9:15) Mark shares the story behind his rise to the NHL, the adversity and challenges he faced within the pro ranks and lessons learned reflecting back on his playing...
Episode #31 - Andy Sutton
November 22, 2020 22:58 - 1 hour - 54.9 MBThis week, we are joined by Kingston, Ontario native, St. Michaels Buzzers alumni, former Michigan Tech Hockey star and environmental engineering major, 15 year National Hockey League veteran force where he combined a total of over 600 games played with the San Jose Sharks, Minnesota Wild, Atlanta Thrashers, New York Islanders, Ottawa Senators, Anaheim Ducks, and Edmonton Oilers...Current hockey equipment innovator and serial entrepreneur, Owner/CEO of Verbero Hockey, Andy Sutton who dominat...
Episode #30 - Mike McKenzie
November 16, 2020 01:44 - 1 hour - 55 MBThis week, we are joined by Whitby, Ontario native, former St. Lawrence University Men's Hockey Captain and current General Manager and Head Coach of the Kitchener Rangers of the Ontario Hockey League, Mike McKenzie. In this interview, we chat the path of Mike's playing career, his transition to and climb through the coaching and management ranks + his favorite parts and the challenges of his current role, what culture in an organization really means, the habits of successful people and how ...
Episode #29 - Brian Strait
November 08, 2020 23:38 - 1 hour - 53 MBThis week, we are joined by former US National Team Development Program Captain, 2009 NCAA National Champion with the Boston University Terriers, NHL defenseman with the Pittsburgh Penguins, New York Islanders, and Winnipeg Jets - current player development coach, NHL scout with the New Jersey Devils and fantasy football podcast host - Brian Strait. In this interview we chat, Brian’s rise to the NHL, how he handled the unexpected end of his playing career, the keys to player development, and...
Episode #28 - Angelo Esposito
November 01, 2020 23:55 - 53 minutes - 42.1 MBThis week we are joined by former Quebec Remparts sensation and CHL Memorial Cup Champion, 2007 1st Round NHL Draft Pick, 2009 World Junior gold medalist with Team Canada, 9 Year Pro and current real estate investor, hockey player development specialist and dabbling Canadian Politician, a man of the people...Angelo Espositio - Takes on His Next Shift - "Listen, there was a lot of disappointment in my career and there were a lot of hard times, but like I said, I Can't Look Back." Hope you enj...
Episode #27 - Keith McCullough
October 25, 2020 22:49 - 52 minutes - 47.5 MBThis week, we are joined by Thunder Bay, Ontario native, Former Yale Hockey Captain and current founder and CEO of Hedgeye Risk Management, In this interview (8:30) Keith shares his take on what Dave Portnoy AKA “Davey Day Trader” has done to stir up the trading game, how the ups and downs of his junior hockey experience prepared him for the challenges he would face later in life, why he chose to play in the NCAA with Yale instead of taking the OHL route and how his team evolved into a winne...
Episode #26 - Curt Brackenbury
October 19, 2020 00:15 - 1 hour - 76.7 MBThis week, we are joined by Kapuskasing, Ontario native, 11 year Pro, former WHA and NHL forward for the Quebec Nordiques, Edmonton Oilers, and St. Louis Blues -Curt Brackenbury- In this interview, Curt shares how his upbringing centered around working in order to survive shaped his character and mindset, the defining moments of his hockey career - how his willingness and want to always compete and often fight sparked a wild journey from the minors to the WHA all the way to NHL where he woul...
Episode #25 - Ray Bourque
October 12, 2020 00:41 - 55 minutes - 57.6 MBThis week, we are thrilled to be joined by one of the greatest players to ever lace up the skates, a man that truly needs no introduction...Boston Bruins legend, 2001 Stanley Cup Winner with the Colorado Avalanche, and Hockey Hall of Famer, Ray Bourque. In this interview, Ray talks about the special bond he shared with his teammate and our former guest Rick "Nifty" Middleton and what they taught eachother about leadership, the hockey heroes he looked up to as a young player and his own devel...
Episode #24 - Jack O'Callahan
October 05, 2020 00:28 - 1 hour - 59.3 MBThis week, we are PUMPED for Next Shift Nation to be joined by an American Icon and USA Hockey Hero...Charlestown native, former Boston University Hockey NCAA national champion, 1980 "Miracle on Ice" US Olympic Team Gold Medal Winner, NHL Veteran Defenseman with the Chicago Blackhawks and New Jersey Devils, and current Sr. Managing Director for Ziegler Capital... JACK O'CALLAHAN who was gracious enough to share his perspective on what champions are made of, how the gritty environment and u...
Episode #24 - Jack O‘Callahan
October 05, 2020 00:28 - 1 hour - 76.5 MBThis week, we are PUMPED for Next Shift Nation to be joined by an American Icon and USA Hockey Hero...Charlestown native, former Boston University Hockey NCAA national champion, 1980 "Miracle on Ice" US Olympic Team Gold Medal Winner, NHL Veteran Defenseman with the Chicago Blackhawks and New Jersey Devils, and current Sr. Managing Director for Ziegler Capital... JACK O'CALLAHAN who was gracious enough to share his perspective on what champions are made of, how the gritty environment and u...
Episode #23 - Martin St. Louis
September 28, 2020 12:30 - 1 hour - 64.5 MBThis week, we are honored to be joined by legend of the game, former Calgary Flame, Tampa Bay Lightning, New York Ranger, and Hockey Hall of Famer Martin St. Louis. In this episode, Marty shares the crucial values his parents instilled in him at a young age, what led to his decision to attend UVM, the adversity he faced in his first couple years of pro hockey, how a mindset change and the influence of John Tortorella led to the ultimate prize in Tampa...lifting the Stanley Cup + the difficul...
Episode #22 - Rick Middleton
September 21, 2020 01:50 - 1 hour - 67.7 MBThis week we were honored to be joined by former New York Ranger and Boston Bruin - Rick Middleton. We reminisce about old time hockey, hear about his passion for coaching adaptive athletes and overseeing the Bruins Alumni Foundation and learn about how an old golfing buddy gave him his break in finding his next gig when he hung up his skates. Thanks, Nifty!
Episode #21 - Patrick Foley
September 14, 2020 00:07 - 1 hour - 70.5 MBThis Week, Former St. Sebastians star, USA Hockey National Team Development Program player and coach, UNH 3x Captain, Harvard Hockey and Northeastern Hockey coach, NESN on air college hockey analyst and current Boston Police Officer - Patrick Foley shares his incredible story - how playing multiple sports accelerated his player development - his decision to “go all in” and leave a historic prep program in St. Sebs for the newly founded USNTDP where his teams would pave the way for the future...