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Up My Hockey with Jason Podollan

224 episodes - English - Latest episode: 2 days ago - ★★★★★ - 29 ratings

Up My Hockey is a podcast that pulls back the curtain on how to make a career out of hockey and the high performance habits required. Your host, ex-NHL'er and mindset coach, Jason Podollan, has candid conversations with NHL players, coaches, scouts, and agents, about the hockey journey and living your dream. If you are an aspiring hockey player, a hockey parent, or a hockey fan who wants to hear the inside scoop, this podcast is for you.

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Episodes

133 - London Hoilett - WHL Vancouver Giants Winger

April 24, 2024 17:00 - 1 hour - 55.6 MB

On this episode of Up My Hockey London Hoilett opens up about his adversities & challenges on & off the ice. A mindset client of host, Jason Podollan, the two discuss how they came to work together and how the relationship has supported London and career. London, a dynamic 18-year-old winger hailing from Winnipeg, Manitoba, Canada, electrifies the ice as a key player for the Vancouver Giants in the WHL. Hoilett's prowess lies in his off-puck mastery, utilizing his exceptional positioning, r...

EP.132 - Glenn Carnegie - Pro Skills Coach

April 02, 2024 13:00 - 1 hour - 80.1 MB

In the 132rd episode of Up My Hockey Podcast, we're thrilled to host Glenn Carnegie, a distinguished skills coach and head coach for the JPHL. Hailing from Manitoba, Carnegie's journey saw him refine his craft with the Moose in the AHL before a remarkable 11-season stint with the NHL's Canucks. His philosophy? Excellence knows no bounds. Carnegie emphasizes the importance of maximizing potential wherever you play. With firsthand experience molding talents like Jonathan Toews, he underscores ...

EP.131 - Sven Butenschon - Head coach of the UBC Thunderbirds

March 12, 2024 13:00 - 1 hour - 57.8 MB

Sven Butenschon is a highly accomplished hockey coach and former professional player with an impressive career spanning various hockey leagues. Born in Itzehoe, Germany, Butenschon's journey in the hockey world has left a lasting impact both as a player and as a coach. As a player, Butenschon showcased his skills as a defenseman with a left-hand shot. His talent did not go unnoticed, leading to his selection by the Pittsburgh Penguins in the third round, 57th overall, during the 1994 NHL En...

EP.130 - Jarrett Bousquet - NHL Agent with Titan Sports Management

March 02, 2024 16:00 - 1 hour - 79.3 MB

In this episode of the "Up My Hockey" podcast with host Jason Podollan, Jarrett Bousquet, a key figure at Titan Sports Management, delved into the intricacies of the hockey world. Bousquet, based in Dallas, wears multiple hats at Titan, contributing his diverse expertise in talent evaluation, player development, and contract negotiations. The conversation touched upon the concept of "million dollar plays" and dissected the grid of hockey, emphasizing the strategic elements that contribute t...

EP.129 - Valeri Bure - 400 point NHL Career

February 06, 2024 14:00 - 1 hour - 64.6 MB

From Valeri's early days with the Spokane Chiefs where Jason & Val first met, to a stellar 10-year career in the NHL, Valeri shares his journey & brilliant strategies in this captivating episode.  Born on June 13, 1974, in Moscow, Bure made history as the first Russian player in the WHL. A two-time WHL All-Star, he sniped 68 goals in his second season with the Chiefs in 92-93, which remains the franchise record.  After his second round selection by the Montreal Canadiens, Valeri impressed ...

EP.128 - James Wendland - Manual Osteopath, Sports Scientist, & Kinesiologist

January 18, 2024 18:00 - 2 hours - 106 MB

We're thrilled to host James Wendland, a seasoned professional in the field of kinesiology, sports performance, and injury management. He shares an abundance of knowledge around concussions which, as we know, is a delicate & tricky subject these days.  James embarked on his journey with the human body through childhood sports, excelling in soccer, baseball, swimming, and rugby. His passion for maximizing performance and aiding in injury rehabilitation led him to found Kinesiologists.ca in 2...

EP. 127 - Conor Geekie - Team Canada and Becoming a Pro

January 08, 2024 15:00 - 1 hour - 65.3 MB

Conor Geekie has had a crazy 12 months - a deep playoff run with the Winnipeg Ice, a sudden franchise relocation to Wenatchee with a change of coaching staff, Coyotes Development Camp and Main Camp , a terrific start to his third WHL season and a selection to Team Canada and a ticket to Sweden for the World Junior Championships.  Geekie got a lot of attention in Sweden. Whether it was hanging and joking with his new best friend Macklin Celebrini, the size of the tape knob on his stick, his ...

EP.126 - Andre Myrvold - 1st Norwegian player to make it to the NHL & former Red Wing

December 12, 2023 14:00 - 1 hour - 69.3 MB

Former hockey player Andre Myrvold engages in an intimate & raw conversation with Jason Podollan where the two discuss the highs & lows of Andre's career. His rocky journey has taught him valuable lessons that he loves to pass on to the younger players he now mentors. Jason & Andre first crossed paths while playing together in Mannheim, Germany. Myrvold, born on August 12, 1975, boasts an impressive career, including his NHL debut with the Colorado Avalanche in 1995. Throughout his career, h...

EP.126 - Anders Myrvold - 1st Norwegian player to make it to the NHL & former Red Wing

December 12, 2023 14:00 - 1 hour - 69.3 MB

Former hockey player Anders Myrvold engages in an intimate & raw conversation with Jason Podollan where the two discuss the highs & lows of Anders career. His rocky journey has taught him valuable lessons that he loves to pass on to the younger players he now mentors. Jason & Anders first crossed paths while playing together in Mannheim, Germany. Myrvold, born on August 12, 1975, boasts an impressive career, including his NHL debut with the Colorado Avalanche in 1995. Throughout his career, ...

EP.125 - Derek Plante - Chicago Blackhawks Assistant Coach

December 05, 2023 14:00 - 1 hour - 46.3 MB

In the landmark 125th episode of "Up My Hockey Podcast," host Jason Podollan engages in a compelling dialogue with Chicago Blackhawks assistant coach Derek Plante. Dive into the intricacies of an assistant coach's daily grind, the nuances of power play strategies, and the experience of mentoring hockey prodigy Connor Badard. Plante shares insights on balancing coaching duties with the challenges and joys of being a high-level hockey dad to his three boys. This special episode offers a captiv...

EP.124 - Dr. Cassidy Preston - Mental Performance Coach, Author, & Speaker

November 28, 2023 14:00 - 1 hour - 68 MB

Dr. Cassidy Preston, a former hockey player turned Mental Performance Coach, tackles the mental game for professional athletes, surgeons, hedge fund managers, and CEOs. Driven by his own challenges in hockey, he founded CEP Mindset, a leading global coaching firm. With a PhD in hand, Cassidy authored "Mindset First," a groundbreaking book offering practical strategies from over 20 years of personal and professional experience. His coaching team has impacted thousands, emphasizing overcoming ...

EP.123 - Jeff LoVecchio - former pro hockey player, peak performance coach & co-host of the podcast Hockey Think Tank

November 14, 2023 14:00 - 1 hour - 79.1 MB

Host Jason Podollan sits down with the inspiring Jeff LoVecchio to delve into the raw realities of overcoming injuries, boosting confidence through muscle gain, and unlocking the secrets of effective hockey training. In this episode, Jeff shares his challenging journey, emphasizing the importance of understanding the mechanics of hockey training. This empowering conversation transcends the rink and offers valuable insights into resilience, physical transformation, and the strategic appro...

EP.123 - Jeff LoVecchio - former pro hockey play, peak performance coach & co-host of the podcast Hockey Think Tank

November 14, 2023 14:00 - 1 hour - 79.1 MB

Host Jason Podollan sits down with the inspiring Jeff LoVecchio to delve into the raw realities of overcoming injuries, boosting confidence through muscle gain, and unlocking the secrets of effective hockey training. In this episode, Jeff shares his challenging journey, emphasizing the importance of understanding the mechanics of hockey training. This empowering conversation transcends the rink and offers valuable insights into resilience, physical transformation, and the strategic appro...

EP.122 - Shane Doan - 21-season NHL career with the Coyotes

October 31, 2023 10:00 - 1 hour - 48.4 MB

Shane Doan, a prominent Canadian hockey executive and former player who etched his legacy by spending his entire 21-season NHL career with the Coyotes franchise.  1540 NHL games, 402 goals, 570 assists, 972 points, 1353 PIMs Beyond the statistics and accolades, the podcast takes a poignant turn as Doan and Podollan explore themes of adversity, failure, and humility.  The intimate conversation provides listeners with insights into the challenges Doan faced throughout his career and the inv...

EP.121 - Patrick Marleau - 1,779 NHL games played

October 17, 2023 16:00 - 1 hour - 51.9 MB

Patrick Marleau's remarkable hockey career is awe-inspiring. Marleau's journey is a testament to longevity and dedication, a narrative we can all draw inspiration from.  From his debut in 1997 with the San Jose Sharks to becoming the NHL's all-time leader in consecutive games played, Marleau's resilience is unparalleled. His skill, speed, and sportsmanship have left an indelible mark on the game.  Whether representing the Sharks, Maple Leafs, or Penguins, Marleau's impact transcends statis...

EP.120 - Dustin Wolf - Calgary Flames Top Goalie Prospect

October 03, 2023 19:00 - 1 hour - 50.7 MB

Despite being a seventh-round pick, Dustin Wolf has certainly proven himself on the ice. Wolf played for the Everett Silvertips in the WHL for 4 seasons, consistently putting up remarkable numbers. He was able to continue this trend during his first 2 seasons in the AHL. Wolf has been so dominant in his position, he was won the Best Goaltender Award 4 seasons in a row - 2 in the WHL and twice more in the AHL. Dustin, although not short at 6'0" tall, has had to overcome the towering goalie tr...

EP.119 - Brett Howden - 2023 Stanley Cup Champion

September 19, 2023 18:00 - 1 hour - 57.2 MB

Brett Howden can now call himself a Stanley Cup Champion. Howden, a key contributor in the Las Vegas Golden Knights Stanley Cup playoff run, shares his professional journey to this milestone during our 60 minute conversation. A western Canadian kid, Howden was originally drafted 5th overall to the Moose Jaw Warriors of the WHL and played 4 seasons with the team.  After his second WHL season, where Howden produced 64 points in 68 games, Howden was selected by the Tampa Bay Lightning 27th o...

EP. 118 - Matt Bardsley - GM of the Spokane Chiefs

September 06, 2023 21:00 - 1 hour - 57.1 MB

Matt Bardsley took a very different route to WHL management, than most GM's.  He enjoyed the sport of hockey as a spectator, then zamboni driver, minor hockey coach, and scout for several years with the Portland Winterhawks, before becoming Director of Player Personnel, and finally, AGM in 2013. During his time as AGM of the Winterhawks, Bardsley helped lead the team to a WHL Championship in 2013, during their third of four consecutive trips to the league finals. Bardsley discusses with J...

EP. 117 Noah Babin - Florida Roller Hockey to HHOF

August 22, 2023 16:00 - 2 hours - 86.5 MB

A star-struck roller hockey player from Florida went to a practice in Michigan and caught the eye of the coach of one of the top AAA teams in the US, even to this day. Noah moved to Michigan at the age of 14 and began his hockey career with Compuware, which led him to a spot on the USNTP. Winning Gold with Team USA at the Gretzky/Hlinka Cup, and having his stick in the Hockey Hall Of Fame, are just two of his major accomplishments. Babin battled through depression and earned a contract wit...

EP. 116 - Petri Karjalainen - Head Coach Kalpa - Finnish Elite League

August 09, 2023 02:00 - 1 hour - 67.6 MB

Petri Karjalainen quit playing when he was 15 and  started coaching right away. He startted helping out around the arenas as he knew he wanted to be involved in the game and  since 2005 he has been professional coaching. Petri was recently hired as the head coach of Kalpa in the Finnish Elite League.  Petri's coaching journey enjoyed stops with various Finnish Jr. National teams. He has been to the U20 WJC on 3 occasions as an assistant coach, helping lead Finland to a gold medal in 2014. ...

EP 115 Luke Toporowski - Not Getting Drafted (3 times), But Earning That NHL Contract

July 25, 2023 17:00 - 1 hour - 72.2 MB

A Spokane Chief through and through, Toporowski said "playing in the WHL was the only thing he wanted to do" as a young hockey player.  His Dad was a Chief, his older brother was a Chief, so for this USA/Canada dual citizen playing for the Chicago Mission, his goals went against the typical American hockey player's goal of playing in the USHL as a pathway to the NCAA. Luke's dream came true when he was signed by the Spokane Chiefs and moved out to Spokane where is grandparents lived, and w...

EP. 114 - Billy McCreary - Head Coach - Danbury Hat Tricks

July 11, 2023 19:00 - 1 hour - 63.4 MB

Billy McCreary is the President of Hockey Operations, Head Coach, and General Manager of the Commissioner's Cup Champion's, Danbury Hat Tricks. He sits down with Jason to discuss growing up in a hockey family and his dad being the player who knocked out Wayne Gretzky. Billy discusses the characteristics and qualities he looks for when building a championship team, with respect, passion, and hard work being more valuable than skill alone. Billy and Jason also talk about adversity, and how ...

EP 114 Billy McCreary

July 11, 2023 19:00 - 1 hour - 63.3 MB

Billy McCreary is the President of Hockey Operations, Head Coach, and General Manager of the Commissioner's Cup Champion's, Danbury Hat Tricks. He sits down with Jason to discuss growing up in a hockey family and his dad being the player who knocked out Wayne Gretzky. Billy discusses the characteristics and qualities he looks for when building a championship team, with respect, passion, and hard work being more valuable than skill alone. Billy and Jason also talk about adversity, and how ...

EP 113 Brian Leavold - Everything Scouts Are Looking At

June 27, 2023 19:00 - 1 hour - 57.7 MB

Leavold is a senior scout with the Everett Silvertips, of the WHL. He has decades of scouting experience for the Swift Current Broncos from 1998 to 2018, where he helped construct the Broncos squad that won the WHL's Ed Cynowith Cup in 2018, before moving on to help the Saskatoon Blades until being hired by Everett in 2022. Before becoming a scout, Leavold was a coach for many years, and is the proud father of former NHL prospect, and Mental Health Advocate, Brady Leavold. In this episode ...

EP. 113 Brian Leavold - Everything Scouts Are Looking At

June 27, 2023 19:00 - 1 hour - 57.7 MB

Leavold is a senior scout with the Everett Silvertips, of the WHL. He has decades of scouting experience for the Swift Current Broncos from 1998 to 2018, where he helped construct the Broncos squad that won the WHL's Ed Cynowith Cup in 2018, before moving on to help the Saskatoon Blades until being hired by Everett in 2022. Before becoming a scout, Leavold was a coach for many years, and is the proud father of former NHL prospect, and Mental Health Advocate, Brady Leavold. In this episode ...

EP. 112 - Dennis Williams - Every Player Has His Own Path

June 06, 2023 18:00 - 2 hours - 89.7 MB

Dennis Williams has coached in the NCAA, NAHL, USHL, WHL, led Canada to a Gold Medal at the 2023 World Junior Championships in 2023. Dennis and Jason discuss coaching philosophies, the importance of making each and every player feel valuable, and what it was like to coach a generational player like Connor Bedard. Dennis explains what it was that made him want to become a coach, and how he attributes his coaching success to understanding that "every player has his own path".

EP 112 - Dennis Williams - Every Player Has His Own Path

June 06, 2023 18:00 - 2 hours - 89.7 MB

Dennis Williams has coached in the NCAA, NAHL, USHL, WHL, led Canada to a Gold Medal at the 2023 World Junior Championships in 2023. Dennis and Jason discuss coaching philosophies, the importance of making each and every player feel valuable, and what it was like to coach a generational player like Connor Bedard. Dennis explains what it was that made him want to become a coach, and how he attributes his coaching success to understanding that "every player has his own path".

EP 112 Dennis Williams - Every Player Has His Own Path

June 06, 2023 18:00 - 2 hours - 89.7 MB

Dennis Williams has coached in the NCAA, NAHL, USHL, WHL, led Canada to a Gold Medal at the 2023 World Junior Championships in 2023. Dennis and Jason discuss coaching philosophies, the importance of making each and every player feel valuable, and what it was like to coach a generational player like Connor Bedard. Dennis explains what it was that made him want to become a coach, and how he attributes his coaching success to understanding that "every player has his own path".

EP. 111 - Ryan Reaves - Always Work As Hard As You Can

May 23, 2023 16:00 - 1 hour - 65.1 MB

Ryan Reaves is entering his 19th season as a professional hockey player. Drafted in the 5th round in 2005, Reaves talks about his days in the AHL and what it took for him to make the jump from the AHL to the NHL. Growing  up in a very competitive family, with his father, CHL Hall Of Famer, Willard Reaves, and his brother Jordan, who also became a professional football player, Ryan said his dad never let him win and all his victories were definitely earned. Ryan said there were no participa...

EP. 111 Ryan Reaves - Always Work As Hard As You Can

May 23, 2023 16:00 - 1 hour - 65.1 MB

Ryan Reaves is entering his 19th season as a professional hockey player. Drafted in the 5th round in 2005, Reaves talks about his days in the AHL and what it took for him to make the jump from the AHL to the NHL. Growing  up in a very competitive family, with his father, CHL Hall Of Famer, Willard Reaves, and his brother Jordan, who also became a professional football player, Ryan said his dad never let him win and all his victories were definitely earned. Ryan said there were no participa...

EP.110 - Bill Lindsay - What Teamwork Really Means

May 20, 2023 14:00 - 45 minutes - 31 MB

777 game NHLer and NHL Analyst, Bill Lindsay, talks about his 1996 run for the Stanley Cup as a member of the Florida Panthers, and why he thinks this current team has what it takes to win the Cup. Bill discusses the importance of teamwork, and how each and every person on a team is responsible for their teammates jobs. He says when you have that mentality, you work harder, knowing your are responsible for your teammate being able to provide for their family.

EP 110 - Bill Lindsay - What Teamwork Really Means

May 20, 2023 14:00 - 45 minutes - 31 MB

777 game NHLer and NHL Analyst, Bill Lindsay, talks about his 1996 run for the Stanley Cup as a member of the Florida Panthers, and why he thinks this current team has what it takes to win the Cup. Bill discusses the importance of teamwork, and how each and every person on a team is responsible for their teammates jobs. He says when you have that mentality, you work harder, knowing your are responsible for your teammate being able to provide for their family.

EP 110 Bill Lindsay - What Teamwork Really Means

May 20, 2023 14:00 - 45 minutes - 31 MB

777 game NHLer and NHL Analyst, Bill Lindsay, talks about his 1996 run for the Stanley Cup as a member of the Florida Panthers, and why he thinks this current team has what it takes to win the Cup. Bill discusses the importance of teamwork, and how each and every person on a team is responsible for their teammates jobs. He says when you have that mentality, you work harder, knowing your are responsible for your teammate being able to provide for their family.

EP. 109 - Raising Resilient Kids

April 11, 2023 16:00 - 1 hour - 58.3 MB

CFL Hall of Famer, and father of two professional athletes, Willard Reaves, talks to Jason about raising resilient kids, and the mindset he instilled in his boys, CFL player Jordan, and NHL player Ryan.  Willard says he was never easy on his boys, and said it didn't matter how big he was, he wasn't going to let them win against him, and they were going to have to earn their victories, because in life, "nobody is going to let you win". Willard talks about his service to his community, as a...

EP. 109 Raising Resilient Kids

April 11, 2023 16:00 - 1 hour - 58.3 MB

CFL Hall of Famer, and father of two professional athletes, Willard Reaves, talks to Jason about raising resilient kids, and the mindset he instilled in his boys, CFL player Jordan, and NHL player Ryan.  Willard says he was never easy on his boys, and said it didn't matter how big he was, he wasn't going to let them win against him, and they were going to have to earn their victories, because in life, "nobody is going to let you win". Willard talks about his service to his community, as a...

EP. 108 - Cory Sarich - Creating a Winning Culture

March 28, 2023 15:00 - 2 hours - 83.6 MB

In this episode, former NHL player of 969 games, Cory Sarich, discusses with Jason how being traded from Buffalo, a team in a traditional hockey market, to the Tampa Bay Lightning, a team not on ANYONE'S radar, actually turned out to be a blessing in disguise. Cory talks to Jason about what it took to go from, in his words, a "bottom feeder" team, to winning the Stanley Cup in just 4 years.  He explains how changing the "Culture" was absolutely essential, not just within the locker room, bu...

EP. 108 Cory Sarich - Creating a Winning Culture

March 28, 2023 15:00 - 2 hours - 83.6 MB

In this episode, former NHL player of 969 games, Cory Sarich, discusses with Jason how being traded from Buffalo, a team in a traditional hockey market, to the Tampa Bay Lightning, a team not on ANYONE'S radar, actually turned out to be a blessing in disguise. Cory talks to Jason about what it took to go from, in his words, a "bottom feeder" team, to winning the Stanley Cup in just 4 years.  He explains how changing the "Culture" was absolutely essential, not just within the locker room, bu...

EP. 107 - Dean McAmmond - Harnessing Your Engine

March 21, 2023 16:00 - 2 hours - 94.4 MB

In today's game, size is not a limiting factor like it once was. Everyone has their strengths and weaknesses, with most people identifying and working to improve that weak area in their game.  But what if your weakness is something you can't control, like your height?  Your mindset becomes the most important part of your game. Dean McAmmond was listed with the Prince Albert Raiders as a 13 year old, and after playing 4 years in the WHL he was drafted in the first round, 22nd overall, by the...

EP.106 - Brady Leavold - From Hockey to Hell and Back

March 14, 2023 14:00 - 2 hours - 87.7 MB

Hockey to Hell and Back is the title of Brady Leavold's aptly named podcast. He's been there done that. Seen things and done things most of us only see in movies.  Brady isn't proud of his choices, or his history, but he wouldn't change it for anything - not even Jaime Benn's career, as he says in this episode. Leavold's journey is HIS journey and because he literally HAS been to hell and back, he is now using his recovery and his message to help others. There is grace, humility and guil...

Bonus Episode - Reflections on 100 - Episodes 51-60

March 11, 2023 15:00 - 11 minutes - 8.28 MB

In this bonus episode I get to go deep on my discussions Nathan Mackie EP.57, Chris Joseph EP.59  and Cristobal Huet EP.53. Mackie is the current captain of the Salmon Arm Silverbacks and committed to Michigan State, but was 16 at the time of the interview and was looking forward to his rookie season in Salmon Arm. We speak about our work together during the interview. Chris Joseph was a teammate of mine in Mannhiem, and one of the best people you could meet.  Tragically he is also the fat...

EP.105 - Trevor Gillies - 18 year Professional and over 3000 PIM's

March 07, 2023 14:00 - 2 hours - 87.7 MB

If you know the name, Trevor Gillies, then you probably instantly think "handlebars". While in the NHL with the New York Islanders, Gillies was famous for his thick, black handlebar moustache. Trevor was also famous for his willingness to get involved in the rough stuff.  Gillies worked his way from juniors in the OHL, to the ECHL, to the AHL, and then to the NHL, because of his left hand and how he took care of his teammates. He rarely said no to a fight, and always had a clear understa...

Bonus Episode - Reflections on 100 - 41-50

March 04, 2023 13:00 - 23 minutes - 15.9 MB

Big time heavy hitters in this group of 10 to reflect on!  Check it out...

EP. 104 - Tyler Shattock - Head Coach of the Salmon Arm Silverbacks

February 28, 2023 14:00 - 1 hour - 66.5 MB

Tyler Shattock is now the head coach of a premier BCHL organization, but he was once a professional hockey player - and it wasn't too long ago. Drafted 5th overall in the 2005 WHL draft to the Kamloops Blazers - Tyler Shattock was a prized prospect that earned himself a 4th round selection in the 2009 NHL Entry draft to the St. Louis Blues. Shattock was never able to find his way to the NHL as a player and spent is pro career between the AHL and ECHL. Although Shattock's career should be r...

Bonus Episode - Reflections on 100 - Episodes 31-40

February 26, 2023 01:00 - 8 minutes - 6.09 MB

In this episode I break down my favorite episodes from 31-40. So many excellent episodes to choose from in this group. I decide to highlight: Nathan Lafayette Dave Scatchard Jerred Smithson

EP.103 - Brent Gilchrist - A Warrior, a Great Teammate and a Stanley Cup Champion

February 21, 2023 14:00 - 1 hour - 64.3 MB

Brent Gilchrist is best remembered by his teammates. Before I go any further, the above statement is a HUGE honor, When you have earned the respect of your locker room you have succeeded as a hockey player. Ask Brendan Shanahan or Steve Yzerman, or Chris Osgood about what Brent Gilchrist provided the Detroit Red Wings during their run to become Stanley Cup Champions in 1998 and they will tell you... Guts... Character... Sacrifice... Brent Gilchrist put the team first and played throug...

Bonus Episode - Reflections on 100 - Episodes 21-30

February 17, 2023 21:00 - 20 minutes - 13.9 MB

In this episode I discuss the lack of confidence in today's players and also break down my favorite episodes from 21-30. I highlight: Nathan Dempsey from episode 27! Also, Stacy Roest, AGM of the Tampa Bay Lightning in Episode 21.

EP. 102 - Mike Needham - Stanley Cup Champion and Dir. of Development for OHA Okanagan

February 14, 2023 14:00 - 1 hour - 81.2 MB

Mike Needham grew up playing his minor hockey in Fort Saskatchewan, but ended up getting listed by the Kamloops Blazers. And the Blazers were lucky to have him as he turned into a WHL star, scoring 59 goals and 125 points in only 60 games during his final season. Needham also won the gold medal while representing Canada at the World Junior Championships that same season in 1990. Mike Needham played in parts of two NHL seasons with the Pittsburgh Penguins and Dallas Stars from 1992 to 199...

EP.102 - Mike Needham - Stanley Cup Champion and Dir. of Development for OHA Okanagan

February 14, 2023 14:00 - 1 hour - 81.2 MB

Mike Needham grew up playing his minor hockey in Fort Saskatchewan, but ended up getting listed by the Kamloops Blazers. And the Blazers were lucky to have him as he turned into a WHL star, scoring 59 goals and 125 points in only 60 games during his final season. Needham also won the gold medal while representing Canada at the World Junior Championships that same season in 1990. Mike Needham played in parts of two NHL seasons with the Pittsburgh Penguins and Dallas Stars from 1992 to 199...

Bonus Segment #2 - Reflections on 100 - Episodes 11-20

February 10, 2023 15:00 - 26 minutes - 17.9 MB

Reflections on Episodes 11-20 EP.11 Dave Oliver - A former NHL'er, a Director of Player Dev. for the Avalanche, an Assistant coach for the Rangers and a hockey dad... Dave has a lot of experience! A great interview EP.12 - David Michaud - President of the BCHL Alberni Valley Bulldogs EP.13 Wade Redden - NHL All-Star Defenseman EP.14 - Ryan Guenter - WHL Scout and author EP.15 - Scot Nichol - Nashville's Director of Player Dev. and former NHL'er - AMAZING story EP.16 - Joe Oliver - Pla...

EP. 101 - Pierre Turgeon - 1327 Career NHL Points

February 07, 2023 14:00 - 2 hours - 83 MB

Pierre Turgeon's career was amazing. 154 points in 58 games for the Granby Bisons in 86-87 1st overall in the 1987 NHL Entry Draft Gold medal with Team Canada at the World Junior Championships in 1987 during the "Punch-up in Piestany" NHL All-Star 5 times Lady Byng Trophy winner 515 Career Goals 1327 Career Points 97 Career Playoff Points Captain of the Montreal Canadiens Asst. Captain of the St. Louis Blues We talk hockey, we talk about development, the mindset of goal scoring, w...