The Rink Shrinks

The Rink Shrinks, Bleav

The Rink Shrinks features special guests from the hockey world. They're keeping it real in the rink, helping our listeners navigate their way through it in a humorous and educational format.

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#299
Today · 58 min
National Coach-in-Chief of USA Hockey: Mike MacMillan
Brian Yandle and Mike Mottau are back this week with an interview with the National Coach-In-Chief for USA Hockey Mike MacMillan! Before the interview the guys recap their week around the rinks, share their thoughts on Nikita Kucherov wanting out of Tampa Bay, and give their reactions to the NHL hometown remix jerseys that just dropped. Then the boys welcome in Mike MacMillan a long time hockey coach and educator for over 40 years. Mike shares tons of knowledge from his coaching days which includes coaching the USA Hockey National Sled Hockey team, Minnesota hockey programs, and what he does now for USA Hockey. BY & Motts wrap up the show answering the My Hockey Rankings question of the week and Motts gives his Motts’ moment lock of the week presented by FanDuel. Thanks for listening and don’t forget to hit subscribe, leave a 5-star rating and write a review. You can find us on Apple Podcasts, Spotify, Amazon Music, YouTube, or wherever you get your podcasts. This episode was presented by FanDuel! Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.
#298
October 30 · 45 min
Mailbag +Becoming a Better Coach
Brian Yandle and Mike Mottau are back with a mailbag episode this week! Before getting to your questions the guys recap their weekends including Motts attending the Patriots & Bears game in Chicago and the Steel taking on Youngstown and BY talks about his trip out to Madison WI to see his son play. The boys also hit on Connor Hellbuyck getting traded to New Jersey. Then the guys dip into the mailbag to answer all of your questions about improving as a coach and a free learn to play program in New Hampshire in a wonderful honor. BY & Motts wrap up the show answering the My Hockey Rankings question of the week and Motts gives his Motts’ moment lock of the week presented by FanDuel. Thanks for listening and don’t forget to hit subscribe, leave a 5-star rating and write a review. You can find us on Apple Podcasts, Spotify, Amazon Music, YouTube, or wherever you get your podcasts. Check us out on YouTube! : Bleav Hockey - YouTube Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.
#297
October 23 · 1 hr 10 min
AHL PIMS Leader: Dennis Bonvie
Brian Yandle and Mike Mottau are back this week with an interview with the all time AHL penalty minutes leader and current Assistant GM of player personnel for the Boston Bruins, Dennis Bonvie! Before Dennis joins the show the guys recap BY’s son lacing them up against Motts’ team last weekend and some NHL news. Then the boys welcome in Nova Scotia native and longtime tough guy Dennis Bonvie to talk about his career and more including being a good teammate, knocking guys out left and right, and his love for the game! BY & Motts wrap up the show answering the My Hockey Rankings question of the week and Motts gives his Motts’ moment lock of the week presented by FanDuel. This show was presented to you by FANDUEL. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.
#296
October 16 · 54 min
Mailbag + Too Many Jerseys
Brian Yandle and Mike Mottau are back this week with a fresh mailbag episode! Before getting to all of your questions the guys recap their week around the rinks and chat about the state of the NHL. Then the boys dip into the mailbag to answer your questions about what it takes to be a prolific goalscorer and how to get a coach to check back into their season. BY & Motts wrap up the show answering the My Hockey Rankings question of the week and Motts gives his lock of the week presented by FanDuel. This show was presented to you by FANDUEL. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.
#295
October 9 · 57 min
Jayden Kurtz: Chicago Steel D-Man & Anaheim Ducks 2nd Rd Draft Pick
Brian Yandle and Mike Mottau are back this week with an interview with second round pick of the Anaheim Ducks and current Chicago Steel defenseman, Jayden Kurtz! Before Jayden joins the guys, they catch up on what’s been going on around the rinks, the USA development league, and some NHL news. Then the boys welcome Kurtzy who talks about what it was like growing up in “the State of Hockey”, playing in the main training camp during the preseason for the Ducks, and making a commitment to the University of Wisconsin for next season. BY & Motts wrap up the show answering the My Hockey Rankings question of the week and Motts provides his Motts’ moment lock of the week presented by FanDuel. Thanks for listening and don’t forget to hit subscribe, leave a 5-star rating and write a review. You can find us on Apple Podcasts, Spotify, Amazon Music, YouTube, or wherever you get your podcasts. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.
#294
September 25 · 1 hr 6 min
Colby Cohen: VP of Hockey and Players Experience for the USHL
Brian Yandle and Mike Mottau are back this week with an interview with former 2nd round pick and current VP of hockey and player experience for the USHL, Colby Cohen! Before Colby joins the show the guys break down what went on over the weekend, the NHL preseason and some other hockey news. Then, BY & Colby sat down to chat about his hockey career and what his role entails working for the USHL. BY & Motts wrap up the show answering the My Hockey Rankings question of the week. Thanks for listening and don’t forget to hit subscribe, leave a 5-star rating and write a review. You can find us on Apple Podcasts, Spotify, Amazon Music, YouTube, or wherever you get your podcasts. This show was presented to you by FANDUEL. Check us out on YouTube! : Bleav Hockey - YouTube Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.
#293
September 18 · 35 min
USHL Regular Season is Here + NHL Notes
Brian Yandle and Mike Mottau are back this week to chat about the Chicago Steel’s preseason wrapping up as they get ready for the regular season to start this week. The guys also hit on some NHL news that includes the passing of hockey legend, Barry Melrose, and Ryan Leonard getting a nice new contract with the Washington Capitals. BY & Motts wrap up the show answering the My Hockey Rankings question of the week. Check us out on YouTube! : Bleav Hockey - YouTube This show was presented to you by FANDUEL. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.
#292
September 11 · 45 min
Preseason Hockey + Ian & Neil Lodin of My Hockey Rankings
Brian Yandle and Mike Mottau are back this week with our friends Ian and Neil Lodin of My Hockey Rankings! Ian and Neil join the guys to discuss where they currently are keeping up with the standings and teams, some expectations when it comes to tournaments, and what changes they have made over the years. The guys also breakdown some news across the NHL and wrap up the show with the Motts’ Moment Lock of the Week presented by FanDuel. Thanks for listening and don’t forget to hit subscribe, leave a 5-star rating and write a review. You can find us on Apple Podcasts, Spotify, Amazon Music, YouTube, or wherever you get your podcasts. Check us out on YouTube! : Bleav Hockey - YouTube This show was presented to you by FANDUEL. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.
#291
September 4 · 44 min
College Time for The Kids; Hockey Season Is Here
Brian Yandle and Mike Mottau are finally back! The guys catch up on what’s been going on the last few weeks with their kids moving out to school and Motts settling into training camp with the Chicago Steel as their preseason schedule is about to begin. The boys also breakdown some of the latest news in the NHL and wrap up the show with the My Hockey Rankings question of the week. Thanks for listening and don’t forget to hit subscribe, leave a 5-star rating and write a review. You can find us on Apple Podcasts, Spotify, Amazon Music, YouTube, or wherever you get your podcasts. Check us out on YouTube! : Bleav Hockey - YouTube Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.
#290
August 16 · 46 min
Mailbag + Puck Play & Gearing Up For Next Season
Brian Yandle and Mike Mottau are back this week with a mailbag episode where the guys break down another question from Grumpy Hockey Dad who is wondering about ways to improve away from the puck at higher levels. Another question includes mindset evolution and team goals vs personal goals. The guys wrap up the show answering the My Hockey Rankings question of the week and give you the Motts’ moment lock of the week presented by FanDuel. Thanks for listening and don’t forget to hit subscribe, leave a 5-star rating and write a review. You can find us on Apple Podcasts, Spotify, Amazon Music, YouTube, or wherever you get your podcasts. Check us out on YouTube! : Bleav Hockey - YouTube This show was presented to you by FANDUEL. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.
#289
August 7 · 1 hr 4 min
Former BC Eagle, Mike Hardman
Brian Yandle and Mike Mottau are back this week with an interview with Hanover, MA native and former BC Eagle, Mike Hardman! Mike joins the boys after being a long time follower on the gram to chat about his days in college, going pro, and what his offseason has been like as he looks to make an NHL club this fall. The boys wrap up the show with the Motts’ moment lock of the week. Thanks for listening and don’t forget to hit subscribe, leave a 5-star rating and write a review. You can find us on Apple Podcasts, Spotify, Amazon Music, YouTube, or wherever you get your podcasts. This show was presented to you by FANDUEL. Check us out on YouTube! : Bleav Hockey - YouTube Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.
#288
July 31 · 37 min
Mailbag + Summer Time Rink Atmospheres
Brian Yandle and Mike Mottau are back this week with a mailbag episode where the guys break down another question from Worried Hockey Mom who is wondering if the current Massachusetts split season model is on borrowed time. Another question includes the USHL expanding out west and what it may mean for local kids in New England. The guys wrap up the show answering the My Hockey Rankings question of the week and give you the Motts’ moment lock of the week presented by FanDuel. Thanks for listening and don’t forget to hit subscribe, leave a 5-star rating and write a review. You can find us on Apple Podcasts, Spotify, Amazon Music, YouTube, or wherever you get your podcasts. Check us out on YouTube! : Bleav Hockey - YouTube This show was presented to you by FANDUEL. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.
July 24 · 1 hr 1 min
Ryan Shea on his excitement to play with the Oilers
Brian Yandle and Mike Mottau are back this week and are joined by Edmonton Oiler Ryan Shea! Ryan and the guys talk about his time in the minors and in Pittsburgh since our last interview with him and his new contract with the Oilers and BY & Motts also give their takes on Patrick Kane returning to the Blackhawks and Ryan Getzlaf getting into coaching and give the Motts’ moment lock of the weekend presented by FanDuel. Thank you for listening! Please rate, review, and subscribe! Check us out on
#286
July 17 · 52 min
Catching Up on a Busy Summer
Brian Yandle and Mike Mottau are back this week to chat about a very busy summer in the NHL which includes an 84 game season, the Anaheim Ducks matching the Philadelphia Flyers offer sheet for Leo Carlsson, and Steve Yzerman stepping down from the GM role in Detroit. The boys wrap up the show answering the My Hockey Rankings question of the week and Motts gives out his Motts’ moment lock of the week. Thanks for listening and don’t forget to hit subscribe, leave a 5-star rating and write a review. You can find us on Apple Podcasts, Spotify, Amazon Music, YouTube, or wherever you get your podcasts. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.
#285
July 10 · 37 min
Benefits of Soccer, Avoiding Burnout, & Offer Sheets
Brian Yandle and Mike Mottau are back with a mailbag episode this week! BY comes to us live from Nantucket during the Y3K hockey camp and gives us a breakdown of how the camp has gone thus far. The guys dip into the mailbag to answer your questions which include the benefits of playing soccer and what hockey families can do to avoid burnout. BY & Motts wrap up the show answering the My Hockey Rankings question of the week. Thanks for listening and don’t forget to hit subscribe, leave a 5-star rating and write a review. You can find us on Apple Podcasts, Spotify, Amazon Music, YouTube, or wherever you get your podcasts. This show was presented to you by FANDUEL. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.
#284
July 2 · 1 hr 27 min
NHL Draft & Free Agency + Rob Concannon
Brian Yandle and Mike Mottau are back this week with a recap of the NHL Draft, free agency, and an interview with now two-time guest, Rob Concannon! Before the interview BY & Motts chat about what they have been up to off the ice and all the wild moves that have happened across the NHL draft and free agency. Then, the boys welcomed in the President of the South Carolina Stingrays of the ECHL, Rob Concannon. Rob and the guys discuss the growth of hockey in the Carolina's, coaching his own son, and some personal accomplishments. BY & Motts wrap up the show with the My Hockey Rankings question of the week. Thank you for listening! Please rate, review, and subscribe! Check us out on YouTube! : Bleav Hockey - YouTube Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.
#283
June 19 · 1 hr 6 min
Carolina Are Champions with Brian Boyle
Brian Yandle and Mike Mottau are back and are joined by former 16 year NHL veteran, current analyst for the NHL Network, and our first guest of the Rink Shrinks podcast, Brian Boyle! Bri and the guys talk about the Stanley Cup Final and the impacts some of the players had on the series and what it took to win the series. Boyler also jumps into working the game by being an analyst and what it’s like coaching his son now. BY & Motts also give their takes on the Carolina Hurricanes winning the Cup and give the Motts’ moment lock of the weekend presented by FanDuel. Thank you for listening! Please rate, review, and subscribe! Check us out on YouTube! : Bleav Hockey - YouTube Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.
#282
June 12 · 49 min
Ketchup? No, Catch Up: Cup Finals, World Cup, High School Drama
Brian Yandle and Mike Mottau breakdown everything that has gone down in this epic Stanley Cup Final between Vegas and Carolina which features multiple goal comebacks and a goalie change! The guys also give their thoughts on the latest award winners in the NHL which included the Selke Trophy, Vezina Trophy, and Lady Byng Award. BY & Motts wrap up the show answering the My Hockey Rankings question of the week which features a ton of controversy in the state of Massachusetts. Thank you for listening! Please rate, review, and subscribe! Check us out on YouTube! : Bleav Hockey - YouTube Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.
#281
June 5 · 47 min
Stanley Cup Final + A Novel By Grumpy Hockey Dad
Brian Yandle and Mike Mottau are back this week with a fresh mailbag episode! Before answering all of your questions the guys recap Motts’ week on the golf course and the Chicago Wolves development camp. Then they jump into some NHL awards that were handed out to some of the top names across the league and touch on the loss of Claude Lemieux. BY & Motts wrap up the show answering your questions and the My Hockey Rankings question of the week. Thank you for listening! Please rate, review, and subscribe! Check us out on YouTube! : Bleav Hockey - YouTube Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.
#280
May 29 · 42 min
Chicago Steel Rookie Camp, NHL Playoffs, and More D on the PK
Brian Yandle and Mike Mottau are back this week and kick things off chatting about Motts’ weekend in Chicago for rookie camp with the Chicago Steel. Then the boys pivot into the NHL with Vegas already locking up the Western Conference, they discuss who they think will come out of the Eastern Conference. BY & Motts wrap up the show hitting on the PWHL championship, World Championships, the Calder Cup playoffs in the AHL, and answer the My Hockey Rankings question of the week. Thank you for listening! Please rate, review, and subscribe! Check us out on YouTube! : Bleav Hockey - YouTube Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

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