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2022 Free Agency Preview
11 Jul 2022
Contributed by Lukas
Steven Ellis and Ryan Kennedy look at everything related to the start of the NHL's free agency period, including: 1. The futures of: - Gaudreau - Ka...
The Winners and Losers of the 2022 NHL Draft
08 Jul 2022
Contributed by Lukas
Ryan Kennedy and Steven Ellis take a look back at the 2022 NHL draft from Montreal, looking at the winners and losers from the first in-person selecti...
NHL Draft: Day 1 Recap
08 Jul 2022
Contributed by Lukas
Ryan Kennedy and Steven Ellis recap a wild first day of the 2022 NHL draft, discussing the craziness that kicked the day off and look at which teams c...
The NHL Draft from a Scout's Perspective
06 Jul 2022
Contributed by Lukas
Prospect expert Ryan Kennedy chats with Los Angeles Kings scout Eric Weissman about the duties of a scout, some of his favorite draft experiences and ...
2022 NHL Draft Preview
05 Jul 2022
Contributed by Lukas
Ryan Kennedy and Steven Ellis look at the 2022 NHL draft, including profiles on 20 of the top prospects and favorite draft day memories. Learn more ab...
Stanley Cup Final Recap: Looking Back
27 Jun 2022
Contributed by Lukas
Steven Ellis and Mike Stephens look back at the conclusion of the Stanley Cup final and look at what made the Colorado Avalanche so dangerous en route...
Stanley Cup Final Recap: What Happened in Game 4
23 Jun 2022
Contributed by Lukas
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Stanley Cup Final Recap: Game 3
21 Jun 2022
Contributed by Lukas
Steven Ellis and Mike Stephens discuss Tampa Bay's comeback effort in Game 3 and what the Avalanche need to do to regain control of the Stanley Cup fi...
Stanley Cup Final: Game 2 Recap
19 Jun 2022
Contributed by Lukas
Steven Ellis and Mike Stephens take a look at what transpired in Game 2 and what the Tampa Bay Lightning need to do to bounce back in Game 3. Learn mo...
Stanley Cup Final Recap: Game 1
16 Jun 2022
Contributed by Lukas
Steven Ellis and Mike Stephens break down a crazy first game in Colorado, with the Avalanche taking a 4-3 overtime win. What went right for the Avs, a...
The Hockey News Podcast: Stanley Cup Final Preview
15 Jun 2022
Contributed by Lukas
Ryan Kennedy and Steven Ellis preview the Stanley Cup final from Denver, looking at each team's strengths and weaknesses and who they think will come ...
One Team Down, One to Go
07 Jun 2022
Contributed by Lukas
This week on The Hockey News Podcast with Ryan Kennedy and Steven Ellis: - What's next for the Edmonton Oilers - Can the Avalanche be slowed down? - ...
2022 NHL Draft Combine Interviews: Wright, Slafkovsky, Cooley and More
05 Jun 2022
Contributed by Lukas
Hear from some of the top prospects for the 2022 NHL draft, including: 00:00 - Shane Wright 04:12 - Juraj Slafkovsky 10:03 - Logan Cooley 19:42 - Jac...
Stanley Cup Playoff Conference Finals Preview
31 May 2022
Contributed by Lukas
This week on The Hockey News Podcast with Steven Ellis and Ryan Kennedy: - What happened to Calgary, St. Louis and Carolina - Previews for the two th...
Prospect Podcast: And the Biggest Draft Riser Is...
27 May 2022
Contributed by Lukas
This week on the Prospect Podcast with Ryan Kennedy: - Who is the biggest NHL draft riser of 2022? - Should Seattle look to trade its first pick? -...
Stanley Cup Playoff Jambalaya
25 May 2022
Contributed by Lukas
This week on The Hockey News Podcast with Steven Ellis and Ryan Kennedy: - Would John Tortorella be a fit in Philadelphia? - The Calgary Flames' str...
Second-Round Stanley Cup Playoff Preview
16 May 2022
Contributed by Lukas
Ryan Kennedy and Steven Ellis look at the stars of the first round of the Stanley Cup playoffs, recent coaching changes and look ahead to what should ...
The Hockey News Podcast: All Aboard the Playoff Hype Train
10 May 2022
Contributed by Lukas
This week on The Hockey News Podcast with Ryan Kennedy and Steven Ellis: - Have the playoffs been exciting enough, despite the blowouts? - Will Colo...
The Hockey News Prospect Podcast: U-18 Roundup
04 May 2022
Contributed by Lukas
This week on the Prospect Podcast with Ryan Kennedy - The standouts from the U-18 World Championship - Who helped their draft stock the most - Should...
Stanley Cup Playoff Preview: First-Round Edition
02 May 2022
Contributed by Lukas
Ryan Kennedy and Steven Ellis take a look at the eight first-round playoff matches, giving predictions and looking at the x-factors for the top conten...
The NHL's Stretch Run
26 Apr 2022
Contributed by Lukas
This week on The Hockey News Podcast with Ryan Kennedy and Steven Ellis: - Which lower-ranked team would you NOT want to face in the playoffs? - Who ...
The Hockey News Podcast: This is Where Things Get Interesting
19 Apr 2022
Contributed by Lukas
This week on The Hockey News Podcast with Ryan Kennedy and Steven Ellis: - Who has been the best trade deadline acquisition? - Who won college free ...
Prospect Podcast: College Fun
13 Apr 2022
Contributed by Lukas
This week on The Hockey News Prospect Podcast with Ryan Kennedy: - Looking back at the NCAA Frozen Four - The future ahead of Owen Power and Bobby Br...
The Fight for the Hart Trophy
12 Apr 2022
Contributed by Lukas
- So much talk about MVP candidates this season, namely Matthews and McDavid. But with how dominant Josi has been, are we overlooking him? - Is Ryan ...
Lacrosse Goals for Everyone
05 Apr 2022
Contributed by Lukas
This week on The Hockey News Podcast with Ryan Kennedy and Steven Ellis: - Let the kids show their skill - The Keith Yandle situation - Josh Norris' ...
The Great Norris Debate
29 Mar 2022
Contributed by Lukas
This week on The Hockey News Podcast with Ryan Kennedy and Steven Ellis - Eugene Melnyk's legacy - Could Giroux be a fit for Ottawa? - Which NHL te...
2022 NHL Trade Deadline Recap
21 Mar 2022
Contributed by Lukas
Ryan Kennedy and Steven Ellis break down the NHL trade deadline, looking at some of the top moves and which teams made the best moves from one of the ...
Prospect Podcast: Get Excited About the 2023 NHL Draft
16 Mar 2022
Contributed by Lukas
Ryan Kennedy returns for this week's Prospect Podcast to talk about: - The strength of the 2023 NHL draft - Ty Nelson - Brad Lambert - How early N...
2022 NHL Trade Deadline Preview
15 Mar 2022
Contributed by Lukas
Ryan Kennedy and Steven Ellis break down the biggest names and storylines leading up to the NHL trade deadline, including where some fits for some of ...
What Would it Take for a Goalie to be the NHL MVP?
07 Mar 2022
Contributed by Lukas
This week on The Hockey News Podcast with Ryan Kennedy and Steven Ellis: - What will Patrik Laine's next contract look like? - The top landing spots ...
Playoff Race is Heating Up
01 Mar 2022
Contributed by Lukas
- Sanctions have been placed against Russia and Belarus – what to make of it. - Who should host the 2023 WJC? - The Vancouver Canucks have had a w...
Prospect Podcast: Wright, Slafkovsky, Goaltenders and More
23 Feb 2022
Contributed by Lukas
This week on The Hockey News Prospect Podcast with Ryan Kennedy: - Is Shane Wright still the No. 1 prospect? - Which prospects stood out in Beijing?...
A Message from Matt Larkin
23 Feb 2022
Contributed by Lukas
Matt Larkin shares a message for listeners of The Hockey News Podcast. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Are the Flames Elite Cup Contenders Now?
15 Feb 2022
Contributed by Lukas
This week on The Hockey News Podcast, with senior writers Ryan Kennedy and Matt Larkin: - Previewing the 2022 Olympic women's gold-medal game between...
2022 Men's Olympic Tournament Preview
08 Feb 2022
Contributed by Lukas
This week on The Hockey News Podcast, with senior writers Ryan Kennedy and Matt Larkin: We preview the 2022 men's Olympic hockey tournament in Beijin...
Fantasy Podcast: Team Husso or Team Binnington?
02 Feb 2022
Contributed by Lukas
This week on The Hockey News Fantasy Podcast, with senior writer Matt Larkin: - Recommended pickups for shallow, medium and deep leagues. Is it time ...
The Hockey News Mid-Season Mailbag 2021-22
01 Feb 2022
Contributed by Lukas
This week on The Hockey News Podcast, with senior writers Ryan Kennedy and Matt Larkin: It's the special mid-season mailbag edition! Our listener-gen...
Will Hockey Ever Really be 'For Everyone'?
25 Jan 2022
Contributed by Lukas
This week on The Hockey News Podcast, with senior writers Ryan Kennedy and Matt Larkin: - In light of incidents involving the use of racist gestures ...
Fantasy Podcast: the Elias Pettersson Problem
19 Jan 2022
Contributed by Lukas
This week on The Hockey News Fantasy Podcast, with senior writer Matt Larkin: - Recommended pickups for shallow, medium and deep leagues - Fantasy t...
What Will Kent Hughes Bring as Habs GM?
18 Jan 2022
Contributed by Lukas
This week on The Hockey News Podcast with senior writers Matt Larkin and Ryan Kennedy: - The Montreal Canadiens name Kent Hughes GM. What will the lo...
Which Team Will Take a Risk on Evander Kane?
11 Jan 2022
Contributed by Lukas
- After the San Jose Sharks terminate his contract, Evander Kane hits the open market. Which teams might take a chance on him? Should any teams take a...
Storytellers with Ian Pulver: Denny Lambert
02 Jan 2022
Contributed by Lukas
Denny Lambert is a First Nations police officer with the Anishinabek Police Service and an area scout for the Sudbury Wolves. But before that, Lambert...
Reacting to the Cancellation of the World Junior Championship
29 Dec 2021
Contributed by Lukas
Steven Ellis and Tony Ferrari break down the news of the cancellation of the World Junior Championship and what happens next. Learn more about your ad...
Storytellers with Ian Pulver: Aaron Sims' Love for the Game of Hockey
23 Dec 2021
Contributed by Lukas
Ian Pulver caught up with Aaron Sims, the radio voice of the Milwaukee Admirals, to talk about his career, the sport he loves why the city of Milwauke...
The Hockey News Prospect Podcast: 2022 World Junior Championship Preview
18 Dec 2021
Contributed by Lukas
This week on the Prospect Podcast, Ryan Kennedy and Steven Ellis will break down the upcoming World Junior Championship, previewing every team and who...
Should the NHL Declare a COVID-19 Crisis?
14 Dec 2021
Contributed by Lukas
This week on The Hockey News Podcast, with senior writers Ryan Kennedy and Matt Larkin: - Roughly 17 percent of the NHL player population has contrac...
Storytellers Featuring Ian Pulver: Joe Birch, from the Ice to Front Office
11 Dec 2021
Contributed by Lukas
Joe Birch started as an OHL player with the Kitchener Rangers in 1995 and now acts as the team's COO. From the ice to the board room, Birch shares ins...
Prospect Podcast: It's Zegras Fever, Baby
08 Dec 2021
Contributed by Lukas
This week on the Prospect Podcast with senior writer Ryan Kennedy: - Trevor Zegras is amazing - Ukko-Pekka Luukkonen still has good potential - Tho...
Big Changes in Vancouver and Philly
07 Dec 2021
Contributed by Lukas
This week on The Hockey News Podcast, with senior writers Ryan Kennedy and Matt Larkin: - Will new Vancouver Canucks coach Bruce Boudreau get them ba...
The Hockey News Fantasy Podcast: Cash Out on Nazem Kadri?
01 Dec 2021
Contributed by Lukas
This week on The Hockey News Fantasy Podcast, with senior writer Matt Larkin: - Recommended pickups for shallow, medium and deep leagues - Fantasy t...
How Do You Fix the Montreal Canadiens?
30 Nov 2021
Contributed by Lukas
This week on The Hockey News Podcast, with senior writers Ryan Kennedy and Matt Larkin: - How would we fix the Montreal Canadiens, and whom should th...
Storytellers with Ian Pulver: James Boyd on Building a Great Junior Hockey Team
25 Nov 2021
Contributed by Lukas
Ian Pulver met up with Ottawa 67s GM James Boyd to talk about turning his junior hockey career into a university degree, coaching in the Ontario Hocke...
The Hockey News Prospect Podcast: Early World Junior Thoughts
17 Nov 2021
Contributed by Lukas
Senior writer Ryan Kennedy returns with the prospect podcast, tackling topics such as: - Connor Bedard - Early World Junior Championship favorites ...
Can the Vancouver Canucks be Saved?
16 Nov 2021
Contributed by Lukas
This week on The Hockey News Podcast, with senior writers Ryan Kennedy and Matt Larkin: - The Vancouver Canucks sit seventh in the Pacific Division a...
Storytellers Featuring Ian Pulver: Olli Jokinen's Journey to Coaching
12 Nov 2021
Contributed by Lukas
In this edition of Storytellers, Ian Pulver caught up with Olli Jokinen in Jukurit, Fin. where Jokinen currently coaches in the top Finnish league. ...
Fantasy Podcast: Should You Sell High on Lucas Raymond?
10 Nov 2021
Contributed by Lukas
This week on The Hockey News Fantasy Podcast, with senior writer Matt Larkin: - Top waiver-wire pickups for shallow, medium and deep leagues - Strat...
Who Replaces Jack Eichel on the Trade Block?
09 Nov 2021
Contributed by Lukas
- Grading the Jack Eichel trade for the Vegas Golden Knights and the Buffalo Sabres - With Eichel dealt, who takes over as the hottest name in the tr...
Will Hockey Learn from its Failure to Support Kyle Beach?
03 Nov 2021
Contributed by Lukas
This week on The Hockey News Podcast, with senior writers Ryan Kennedy and Matt Larkin: - Following a presser in which the NHL addressed Kyle Beach's...
Is it Time for the Maple Leafs to Panic?
26 Oct 2021
Contributed by Lukas
This week on The Hockey News Podcast, with senior writers Ryan Kennedy and Matt Larkin: - The Chicago Blackhawks are the first team in 40-plus years ...
Will Tampa Pull Another Salary-Cap Stunt?
19 Oct 2021
Contributed by Lukas
This week on The Hockey News Podcast, with senior writers Ryan Kennedy and Matt Larkin: - One week into the NHL season, what early overreaction story...
Fantasy Podcast: This Year's League-Winning Pickup Is…
14 Oct 2021
Contributed by Lukas
Disclaimer: Matt's mic had some issues to begin, but was fixed after the initial segment. This week on The Hockey News Fantasy Podcast, with senior w...
How to Solve the Brady Tkachuk Dilemma
12 Oct 2021
Contributed by Lukas
This week on The Hockey News Podcast, with senior writers Ryan Kennedy and Matt Larkin: - The Ottawa Senators are on the verge of starting their seas...
Is Robin Lehner the Hero Hockey Needs?
05 Oct 2021
Contributed by Lukas
This week on The Hockey News Podcast, with senior writers Ryan Kennedy and Matt Larkin: - Vegas Golden Knights goaltender Robin Lehner calls out the ...
2021-22 Pacific Division Preview
28 Sep 2021
Contributed by Lukas
This week on The Hockey News Podcast, with senior writers Ryan Kennedy and Matt Larkin: It's our 2021-22 Pacific Division Preview. We break down the ...
2021-22 Metropolitan Division Preview
21 Sep 2021
Contributed by Lukas
This week on The Hockey News Podcast, with senior writers Ryan Kennedy and Matt Larkin: It's our 2021-22 Metropolitan Division Preview. We break down...
2021-22 Central Division Preview
14 Sep 2021
Contributed by Lukas
This week on The Hockey News Podcast, with senior writers Ryan Kennedy and Matt Larkin: It's our 2021-22 Central Division Preview. We break down the ...
2021-22 NHL Atlantic Division Preview
09 Sep 2021
Contributed by Lukas
Senior writers Ryan Kennedy and Matt Larkin break down all eight teams from the Atlantic Division and answer questions from listeners. Learn more abou...
Will Jack Eichel's Agent Switch Bring a Trade?
31 Aug 2021
Contributed by Lukas
This week on The Hockey News Podcast, with senior writers Ryan Kennedy and Matt Larkin: - The Montreal Canadiens have until Saturday to match the Car...
Sami Jo's Podcast: Episode 12 – Kim St-Pierre
30 Aug 2021
Contributed by Lukas
Kim St-Pierre is the first female goaltender inducted into the Hockey Hall of Fame. She is a three-time Olympic gold medalist and is most remembered f...
Was Returning to Michigan the Right Move for Owen Power?
25 Aug 2021
Contributed by Lukas
This week on The Hockey News Podcast, with senior writers Ryan Kennedy and Matt Larkin: - Henrik Lundqvist retires. Where does he rank among the best...
The Hockey News Podcast: Summer Mailbag Edition (Part 2)
17 Aug 2021
Contributed by Lukas
This week on The Hockey News Podcast, with senior writer Ryan Kennedy: It's a special all-mailbag edition for the dog days of summer! Listener questi...
Summer Mailbag Edition
10 Aug 2021
Contributed by Lukas
This week on The Hockey News Podcast, with senior writer Matt Larkin: It's a special all-mailbag edition for the dog days of summer! Listener questio...
Seth and Caleb Jones on Becoming NHL Teammates and More
09 Aug 2021
Contributed by Lukas
On a special episode of The Hockey News Podcast, Chicago Blackhawks defensemen and brothers Seth and Caleb Jones join senior writer Matt Larkin to dis...
The Hockey News Podcast: What Happens to Evander Kane if Gambling Accusations Prove True?
03 Aug 2021
Contributed by Lukas
This week on The Hockey News Podcast, with senior writers Ryan Kennedy and Matt Larkin? - Evander Kane's wife Anna Kane accuses him of gambling on hi...
The Hockey News Podcast: Early 2021 Free Agency Winners and Losers
28 Jul 2021
Contributed by Lukas
On the latest Hockey News Podcast, with senior writers Ryan Kennedy and Matt Larkin: - We run down the winners and losers as Day 1 of 2021 NHL free ...
The Hockey News Podcast: 2021 Free Agency Preview
27 Jul 2021
Contributed by Lukas
This week on The Hockey News Podcast, with senior writers Ryan Kennedy and Matt Larkin: It's a special preview episode on the eve of unrestricted fre...
Winners and Losers of the 2021 NHL Draft
24 Jul 2021
Contributed by Lukas
Which teams came out looking like geniuses? Which teams missed the mark? Ryan Kennedy and Steven Ellis break down the winners and losers from the 2021...
Reacting to Day 1 of the NHL Draft
24 Jul 2021
Contributed by Lukas
Ryan Kennedy and Steven Ellis react to Day 1 of the NHL draft, including the winners on Friday, the Logan Mailloux pick and the trades that proceeded ...
Reacting to the Seattle Kraken's Expansion Draft Roster
22 Jul 2021
Contributed by Lukas
How did the Seattle Kraken do at the NHL expansion draft? What's next for the league's newest franchise? Steven Ellis, Avry Lewis-McDougall, Nick Eman...
The Hockey News Podcast: 2021 NHL Entry Draft Preview
20 Jul 2021
Contributed by Lukas
This week on The Hockey News Podcast, with senior writers Ryan Kennedy and Matt Larkin: It's a special preview episode for the 2021 NHL entry draft, ...
The Hockey News Podcast: Seattle Expansion Draft Preview
13 Jul 2021
Contributed by Lukas
This week on The Hockey News Podcast with senior writers Ryan Kennedy and Matt Larkin: We preview the Seattle Kraken expansion draft, which takes pla...
Sami Jo's Podcast: Episode 11 – LaToya Clarke
11 Jul 2021
Contributed by Lukas
LaToya Clarke is one of the first elite Black players to make it far in the women's game. She captained the University of Minnesota to a national cham...
Breaking Down the Stanley Cup Final
08 Jul 2021
Contributed by Lukas
The Tampa Bay Lightning are Stanley Cup champions for the second consecutive season. Steven Ellis, Nick Emanuelli, Avry Lewis-McDougall and David Alte...
The Hockey News Podcast: 2020-21 Stanley Cup Final Preview
28 Jun 2021
Contributed by Lukas
This week on The Hockey News Podcast, with senior writers Ryan Kennedy and Matt Larkin and feature writer Ken Campbell: We preview the Stanley Cup fi...
Inside Brock McGillis' Massive LGBTQ+ Inclusivity Project
24 Jun 2021
Contributed by Lukas
It started with a call for interview subjects. It led to dozens and eventually snowballed to more than a hundred people from the LGBTQ+ community eage...
Answering All Your Prospect Questions
23 Jun 2021
Contributed by Lukas
This week on the Prospect Podcast with Steven Ellis and Ryan Kennedy: - How good has Cole Caufield been in his first Stanley Cup playoffs? - Vasili ...
Does Officiating in the NHL Need a Total Reset?
22 Jun 2021
Contributed by Lukas
This week on The Hockey News Podcast, with senior writers Ryan Kennedy and Matt Larkin and feature writer Ken Campbell: - Have officials jumped the s...
The Hockey News Podcast: Will Gerard Gallant Lead the Rangers to the Playoffs?
15 Jun 2021
Contributed by Lukas
This week on The Hockey News Podcast, with senior writers Ken Campbell, Ryan Kennedy and Matt Larkin: - The New York Rangers name Gerard Gallant as t...
The Hockey News Podcast: How Good Are the Montreal Canadiens?
08 Jun 2021
Contributed by Lukas
This week on The Hockey News Podcast with Ryan Kennedy and Ken Campbell: - How good are the Montreal Canadiens? - Vegas has squared its series with ...
Sami Jo's Podcast: Episode 9 – Cassie Campbell-Pascall
06 Jun 2021
Contributed by Lukas
Cassie Campbell-Pascall was the captain of two gold medal-winning hockey teams and currently works as an analyst for Hockey Night in Canada. She tal...
Prospect Podcast: Early 2021 Mock Draft Edition
04 Jun 2021
Contributed by Lukas
The draft lottery was held earlier this week, with the Buffalo Sabres taking the No. 1 spot. Steven Ellis and Ryan Kennedy do a mock draft for the top...
NHL Draft Lottery: Post-Lottery Reactions
02 Jun 2021
Contributed by Lukas
Who will the Buffalo Sabres pick first overall at the 2021 NHL draft? Steven Ellis and Ryan Kennedy break down what happened at the draft lottery and ...
Playoff Preview: Montreal Canadiens vs. Winnipeg Jets
02 Jun 2021
Contributed by Lukas
The Winnipeg Jets swept Edmonton in round one. The Montreal Canadiens took Toronto to seven. One team is rested, one team is fully involved still. Who...
The Hockey News Podcast: How on Earth do You Fix the Maple Leafs?
01 Jun 2021
Contributed by Lukas
This week on The Hockey News Podcast, with senior writers Ken Campbell, Ryan Kennedy and Matt Larkin: - The Toronto Maple Leafs choke again, lose in ...
The Top Storylines to Watch in the Golden Knights, Avalanche Playoff Series
31 May 2021
Contributed by Lukas
The Avalanche struck first in Game 1, but there's still so much hockey to be played in what should be an intense series. Ryan Kennedy and Matt Larkin ...
Playoff Preview: Carolina Hurricanes vs. Tampa Bay Lightning
30 May 2021
Contributed by Lukas
One team is hot off of a Stanley Cup run. The other wants to become the next big powerhouse. Who'll win between Tampa Bay and Carolina? Ryan Kennedy a...
Storytellers with Ian Pulver: Jon Morosi Hits it Out of the Park
29 May 2021
Contributed by Lukas
This week on the podcast, NHL and MLB Network analyst Jon Morosi joined host Ian Pulver to chat about his dual career, which NHLers would be great and...
Playoff Preview: Boston Bruins vs. New York Islanders
29 May 2021
Contributed by Lukas
The Bruins and Islanders are two hard-nosed teams coming off of strong first-round performances. Who has the edge in the second round? Ryan Kennedy an...
How do the Edmonton Oilers Get Over the Hump?
25 May 2021
Contributed by Lukas
This week on The Hockey News Podcast, with senior writers Ken Campbell, Ryan Kennedy and Matt Larkin: - The Edmonton Oilers are stunningly swept by t...
Sami Jo's Podcast: Episode 8 – Wally Kozak
24 May 2021
Contributed by Lukas
Wally Kozak coached Canada’s 2002 Olympic gold medal-winning team. More than that, he’s spent a lifetime in hockey, teaching, mentoring and growin...