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The Block Party

Tampa Bay Lightningtampabaylightning.com
Greg Wolf and Braydon Coburn host the Block Party, presented by Jai Alai IPA, to talk Tampa Bay Lightning Hockey, the NHL and life in general with great guests from all aspects of hockey. New episodes drop every Wednesday during hockey season.
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Episodes

Scott Sabourin On Fighting, Defying Stereotypes & Coming To The Lightning

On this week’s Block Party podcast, presented by Jai Alai IPA, Greg Wolf, Braydon Coburn and Pat Maroon are joined by Tampa Bay Lightning forward Scott Sabourin. They discuss his long journey to the NHL, defying stereotypes, his fighting style, why he likes the Lightning, staying engaged when not on the ice much and our game “Are you an enforcer or an instigator?” See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Apr 02, 202642 minSeason 7Ep. 22

Max Crozier on Lightning's Development Program, Going From College to Pro & Dealing With Injuries

On this week’s Block Party Podcast, presented by Jai Alai IPA, Greg Wolf and Braydon Coburn are joined by Tampa Bay Lightning defenseman Max Crozier. They discuss dealing with injuries this season, studying the game while rehabbing, being drafted by the Lightning, transitioning from college to pro hockey, the development program in Syracuse and his friendship with Parker Wares. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Mar 25, 202635 minSeason 7Ep. 21

Julie Stewart-Binks on Covering The Lightning & Behind The Scene Stories

On this week’s Block Party Podcast, presented by Jai Alai IPA, Greg Wolf and Braydon Coburn are joined by Lightning reporter Julie Stewart-Binks. They discuss her journey from sports lover to reporter, saying yes to every opportunity, filling in for Gabby Shirley on Lightning broadcasts, behind the scenes stories from locker rooms, the evolution of hockey media and more. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Mar 18, 202657 minSeason 7Ep. 20

Ryan McDonagh on Injuries, This Year's Team and Why He Wanted To Come Back to Tampa Bay

On this week’s Block Party podcast, presented by Jai Alai IPA, Greg Wolf and Braydon Coburn are joined by Tampa Bay Lightning defenseman Ryan McDonagh. They discuss why he wanted to come back to Tampa Bay, watching the Olympic hockey tournament, how his game has evolved over time, his post-career plans, dealing with injuries and this year’s Lightning team. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Mar 11, 202642 minSeason 7Ep. 19

Yanni Gourde On The 'Backpack' Line, The Stadium Series Game & How He's Matured In His Game

On this week’s Block Party podcast, presented by Jai Alai IPA, Greg Wolf and Braydon Coburn were joined by Yanni Gourde live in the Cigar City Taproom. They discuss his Bolts Beginning episode taking him back to where he grew up, returning to Tampa Bay last season at the trade deadline, the ‘backpack’ line he now centers, how he’s matured throughout his career, his love of building things and playing in the Stadium Series game. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information....

Mar 04, 202645 minSeason 7Ep. 18

Gage Goncalves on Watching His Teammates In The Olympics, This Lightning Season & The Stadium Series Game

On this week’s Block Party podcast, presented by Jai Alai IPA, Greg Wolf and Braydon Coburn are joined by Tampa Bay Lightning forward Gage Goncalves LIVE at the Cigar City Taproom. They discuss watching the Olympics and his teammates playing in it, the Stadium Series game, this Lightning season, his role models, how has the best hair on the team, favorite foods and more. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Feb 25, 202644 minSeason 7Ep. 17

Nick Paul On Coming Back From Injury, His Foundation and Why He's Not A Pizza Guy

On this week’s Block Party Podcast, presented by Jai Alai IPA, Greg Wolf and Braydon Coburn are joined by Tampa Bay Lightning forward Nick Paul. They discuss his journey with the Lightning, his recent injury and comeback to start the season, the excitement surrounding the Stadium Series game and Gasparilla, how the team has stepped up this year through injuries, why mental health is so important to him and he answers questions from the audience. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy informatio...

Feb 18, 202634 minSeason 7Ep. 16

Elliotte Friedman on Lightning's Season, Nikita Kucherov's Respect & Jon Cooper's Jack Adams Chances

On this week’s Block Party podcast, presented by Jai Alai IPA, Greg Wolf and Braydon Coburn are joined by SportsNet’s Elliotte Friedman as they discuss the upcoming NHL trade deadline, the Tampa Bay Lightning’s season, the respect Nikita Kucherov has around the league, why Jon Cooper could win the Jack Adams trophy this season and the upcoming Olympic games. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Feb 04, 202651 minSeason 7Ep. 15

Jake Guentzel on Nikita Kucherov, Signing in Tampa Bay & Playing For Team USA

On this week’s Block Party podcast, presented by Jai Alai IPA, Greg Wolf and Braydon Coburn are joined by Tampa Bay Lightning forward Jake Guentzel. They discuss his first 2 seasons in Tampa, playing with both Sidney Crosby and Nikita Kucherov, Stadium Series games, the NHL playoff format and representing Team USA in next month’s Olympics. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Jan 28, 202632 minSeason 7Ep. 14

Derek King On Building An Outdoor Rink In Tampa, Planning For The Weather & The Importance Of The Stadium Series

On this week’s Block Party podcast, presented by Jai Alai IPA, Greg Wolf and Braydon Coburn are joined by NHL VP of Hockey Operations Derek King to discuss the logistics of setting up the 2026 NHL Stadium Series Game at Raymond James Stadium on February 1st, 2026. From the challenges of preparing for an outdoor hockey game in Florida, the significance of the game for the Tampa Bay Lightning and the NHL, how they plan to pull this off, the impact of weather on ice conditions and game day preparat...

Jan 21, 202636 minSeason 7Ep. 13

Jonas Johansson on Swedish Goaltenders, Backing Up Vasilevskiy & Next Month's Stadium Series Game

On this week’s Block Party Podcast, presented by Jai Alai IPA, Greg Wolf and Brayden Coburn are joined by Tampa Bay Lightning goaltender Jonas Johansson. They discuss the rise of Swedish goaltenders in the NHL, having to start when Andrei Vasilevskiy has been hurt, the excitement of the upcoming Stadium Series game, how he mentally prepares for games, talking with the media and his love for Tampa Bay and the Lightning. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information....

Jan 14, 202634 minSeason 7Ep. 12

Declan Carlile on His NHL Journey, Being Undrafted & Playing Against His Idols

On this week’s Block Party podcast, presented by Jai Alai IPA, Greg Wolf and Braydon Coburn are joined by Tampa Bay Lightning defenseman Declan Carlile. They discuss his journey to the NHL as a undrafted player, the transition from College to pro, adjustments he’s had to make along the way and his idols growing up, playing against those guys and the camaraderie amongst his teammates. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Jan 07, 202632 minSeason 7Ep. 11

Jeff Tambellini on His Family's Hockey Legacy, His New Role & Going From Player To Management

On this week's Block Party podcast, presented by Jai Alai IPA, Greg Wolf and Braydon Coburn are joined by Tampa Bay Lightning Assistant General Manager and Director of Hockey Operations, Jeff Tambellini. They discuss his family's rich hockey legacy, his journey through the sport and his transition from player to management. He discusses the importance of player development, the role of analytics in decision-making, and the challenges of navigating the NHL's salary cap. Jeff reflects on represent...

Dec 17, 202542 minSeason 7Ep. 10

Jack Finley on His NHL Journey, Overcoming Injuries & His Love Of Tampa's Sunshine

On this week’s Block Party podcast, presented by Jai Alai IPA, Greg Wolf and Braydon Coburn are joined by Tampa Bay Lightning forward Jack Finley. They discuss his journey to the NHL, the challenges he’s faced including injuries and the rehab process, plus the mental toughness required to succeed at the professional level. He shares insights into his training routines, favorite cities for food, and his thoughts on the future of the NHL, his love of sunshine in Tampa, players he admires and more....

Dec 10, 202536 minSeason 7Ep. 9

Victor Hedman on Stadium Series Commercial, Upcoming Olympics & His Dog Harry's Lasting Impact

On this week’s Block Party Podcast, presented by Jai Alai IPA, Greg Wolf and Braydon Coburn are joined live at the Cigar City Taproom by Tampa Bay Lightning captain Victor Hedman. They discuss his time as captain of the team, his commercial for the Stadium Series with Baker Mayfield, helping Anthony Cirelli through a hurricane, the upcoming Olympics, winning the Conn Smythe Trophy, and the lasting impact that his dog Harry has made throughout the Tampa Bay community. See omnystudio.com/listener ...

Dec 03, 202538 minSeason 7Ep. 8

Dominic James On Taking A Puck To The Face, His NHL Journey and Scoring His First Goal

On this week’s Block Party Podcast, presented by Jai Alai IPA, Greg Wolf and Braydon Coburn are joined by Tampa Bay Lightning forward Dominic James. They discuss his injury after he took a puck to the face, his journey from Michigan to the NHL, why he signed in Tampa, scoring his first NHL goal, adjusting to pro life, what he’s learned from veterans like Nikita Kucherov, his friendship with Charle-Édouard D’Astous and more. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information....

Nov 26, 202535 minSeason 7Ep. 7

Dan Hinote on Coming To Tampa Bay, Why He's A Coach & Lightning-Panthers Rivalry

On this week’s Block Party Podcast, presented by Jai Alai IPA, Greg Wolf and Braydon Coburn are joined by new Tampa Bay Lightning Assistant Coach Dan Hinote. They discuss his journey from West Point to the NHL, why he became a coach and how he landed in Tampa Bay. Plus he discusses becoming a stock trader, selling AT&T door to door, his family history and how the Red Wings-Avalanche rivalry from a generation ago compares to the Lightning-Panthers. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy info...

Nov 19, 202543 minSeason 7Ep. 6

Charle-Édouard D’Astous on His NHL Journey, Why He Chose Tampa Bay & His First Fight

On this week’s Block Party Podcast, presented by Jai Alai IPA, Greg Wolf and Braydon Coburn are joined by Tampa Bay Lightning rookie defenseman Charle-Édouard D’Astous. They discuss his long journey to the NHL with stops in the AHL, ECHL and in Europe, how he describes his game, why he chose to sign with Tampa Bay, his first fight with Gabriel Landeskog, giving back to the community and his favorite players growing up. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information....

Nov 12, 202532 minSeason 7Ep. 5

Zemgus Girgensons on His First Season in Tampa Bay, Playing For Latvia & the Panthers Rivalry

On this week’s Block Party Podcast presented by Jai Alai IPA, Greg Wolf and Braydon Coburn are joined by Tampa Bay Lightning forward Zemgus Girgensons… They discuss what he worked on this offseason, his first full season in Tampa Bay, the rivalry with the Panthers, representing Latvia in International hockey, the ups and downs of professional hockey players and more. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Nov 05, 202532 minSeason 7Ep. 4

Curtis Douglas on Coming To Tampa Bay, His NHL Debut and Being 6'9"

On this week’s Block Party, presented by Jai Alai IPA, Greg Wolf and Braydon Coburn are joined by Tampa Bay Lightning forward Curtis Douglas who is one of only 3 players in NHL history to be 6’ 9” tall. They discuss his journey to the NHL and his crazy journey to get to Tampa including ditching his car in Las Vegas. Plus making his NHL debut in front of family and friends, his rookie lap, acclimating to the Tampa Bay locker room, his parents appearance on the Lightning TV broadcast, playing guit...

Oct 29, 202532 minSeason 7Ep. 3

JJ Moser on Fashion, Swiss Culture and His First Season In Tampa Bay

On this week’s Block Party podcast, presented by Jai Alai IPA, Greg Wolf and Braydon Coburn are joined by Tampa Bay Lightning defenseman JJ Moser. They discuss JJ's fashion sense, his summer travels, cultural insights from Switzerland, experiences at the NHLPA European Media Day, and aspirations for the upcoming Olympic games. They also touch on JJ's reflections on his first year with the Lightning and concludes with lighthearted hot takes and personal anecdotes. See omnystudio.com/listener for ...

Oct 22, 202539 minSeason 7Ep. 2

Tyler Johnson on Retirement, the 'Triplet' line and His Love For Tampa Bay

On this week’s Block Party Podcast, presented by Jai Alai IPA, Greg Wolf and Braydon Coburn are joined by Stanley Cup Champion Tyler Johnson. They discuss his remarkable career, his beloved status in Tampa Bay, the evolution of Coach Jon Cooper and the ‘Triplet’ line. Plus they discuss what he’s doing in retirement, memories of ‘The Bubble’ and he reflects on his career and the relationships he’s built along the way. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information....

Oct 15, 202537 minSeason 7Ep. 1

Julien BriseBois On This Past Season, International Competition & What's To Come For The Lightning

On this week’s Block Party Podcast, presented by Jai Alai IPA, Greg Wolf and Braydon Coburn are joined by Tampa Bay Lightning General Manager Julien BriseBois. They discuss the season that saw the team accomplish a lot in the regular season but lose in the 1st round of the playoffs. They talk about the 4 Nations Face-Off and the upcoming Olympics next season, what the offseason is like for the front office, player development and his excitement for next season. See omnystudio.com/listener for pr...

May 14, 202541 minSeason 6Ep. 30

Pat Maroon on His Career, Retirement Plans and Nikita Kucherov

On this week’s Block Party presented by Jai Alai IPA, Greg Wolf and Braydon Coburn are joined by former Tampa Bay Lightning forward Pat Maroon. They discuss his emotional journey through the NHL, memorable moments from his playoff experiences, the significance of bonding with teammates, and the need for adaptation in a player's career. Maroon's insights provide a deeper understanding of what it takes to succeed in professional hockey and the personal growth that comes from overcoming challenges....

May 07, 20251 hr 4 minSeason 6Ep. 29

Brian Boucher On Playing With Braydon Coburn, His Shutout Streak & Becoming A Broadcaster

On this week’s Block Party Podcast, presented by Jai Alai IPA, Greg Wolf and Braydon Coburn are joined by TNT analyst Brian Boucher. They discuss his playing career including being teammates with Braydon, his record-setting shutout streak, the pressure of goaltending, becoming a broadcaster and more. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Apr 30, 202543 minSeason 6Ep. 28

Brian Engblom On His Playing Career and His Transition To Broadcasting

On this week's Block Party Podcast, presented by Jai Alai IPA, Greg Wolf and Braydon Coburn are joined by FanDuel Sports Network's Brian Engblom to discuss his NHL journey including being a part of 3 Stanley Cup Champions, his transition to the broadcast booth and of course he has plenty of funny stories from both. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Apr 23, 20251 hr 2 minSeason 6Ep. 27

John Tucker on Playing For Expansion Lightning, Youth Hockey Development & Rooming With Dave Andreychuk

On this week’s Block Party Podcast, presented by Jai Alai IPA, Greg Wolf and Braydon Coburn are joined by former Lightning forward John Tucker. They discuss his journey through the NHL, playing in Italy and Japan, his commitment to youth hockey development and the challenges and excitement of playing on an expansion franchise. Former Lightning captain Dave Andreychuk makes a surprise appearance as well. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information....

Apr 16, 202548 minSeason 6Ep. 26

Nate Thompson On Playing in Tampa Bay , Being From Alaska & His Fight For Sobriety

On this week’s Block Party Podcast, presented by Jai Alai IPA, Greg Wolf and Braydon Coburn are joined by former Tampa Bay Lightning forward Nate Thompson. They discuss his journey through the NHL, the impact injuries had on his and his personal struggles with sobriety. Plus they talk about being from Alaska, some funny coaching anecdotes, a great Steve Yzerman story and playing in Tampa Bay. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information....

Apr 09, 202545 minSeason 6Ep. 25

Erik Cernak on Playing For Country, Ryan McDonagh and Being Traded To Tampa Bay

On this week’s Block Party podcast, presented by Jai Alai IPA, Greg Wolf and Braydon Coburn are joined live in the Cigar City Taproom by Tampa Bay Lightning defenseman Erik Cernak. They discuss his journey from Slovakia to the NHL, making Bolts Beginnings, his experiences in junior hockey and the trade that brought him to the Lightning. They also talk about his partnership with Ryan McDonagh, the mental and physical challenges of playing hockey, fan engagement and the aspirations of playing in t...

Apr 02, 202547 minSeason 6Ep. 24

Kelley Steadman on Women's Hockey Growth and Teaching The Next Generation

On this week’s Block Party Podcast, presented by Jai Alai IPA, Greg Wolf and Braydon Coburn are joined by Lightning Girls Hockey Coordinator Kelley Steadman. She shares her journey from a multi-sport athlete to a prominent figure in women's hockey, the challenges of transitioning to professional leagues, and the evolution of women's hockey. They discuss the importance of development programs for young girls, highlight the increasing opportunities for female athletes and her hopes for the future ...

Mar 26, 202538 minSeason 6Ep. 23
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