Episode 148- BY & Motts are back with a weekend round up episode! The guys chat about BY’s team winning the Exposure Cup, the Heritage Classic, & the retirement of a long time NHL centerman. At the end of the show we dedicate a moment of silence to Adam Johnson following his tragic death that took place over the weekend. Our thoughts & prayers are with his family, friends, and current & former teammates at this extremely difficult time. Thank you for listening! Please rate, revie...
Oct 31, 2023•32 min•Ep. 148
Episode 147- BY & Motts are back with an interview with former Detroit Red Wings goaltender, Jimmy Howard! Jimmy joins the guys to talk about his hockey journey which includes: Becoming a goalie at a young age “I was a rink rat” Deciding to play college hockey Epic Dominik Hasek stories Being a hockey dad + more! BY & Motts wrap up the show with the My Hockey Rankings question of the week. Thank you for listening! Please rate, review, and subscribe! If you're interested in sponsoring the...
Oct 27, 2023•2 hr 12 min•Ep. 147
Episode 146- BY & Motts are back with a recap from their times at the rinks last weekend. On top of the recap the guys catch up on what’s been going on around the NHL and Motts’ time in the broadcast booth for Boston College. Thank you for listening! Please rate, review, and subscribe! If you're interested in sponsoring the show, please reach out to us by email or DM us on Instagram! Leave us a voicemail: 347-6-SHRINK Email: RinkShrinks@gmail.com Instagram: @TheRinkShrinks Twitter: @RinkShri...
Oct 24, 2023•31 min•Ep. 146
Episode 145- BY & Motts are back with a new mailbag episode this week. The boys catch up on their weekends around the rinks, chat about the NHL and Connor Bedard, & then dip into the mailbag to answer all of your questions which include: Sibling stories across hockey Setting up practices for different skill levels Defining the word “elite” in youth hockey Individual sports vs. team sports +more! BY & Motts wrap up the show answering the My Hockey Rankings question of the week. Thank ...
Oct 20, 2023•1 hr 7 min•Ep. 145
Episode 144- BY & Motts are back with a fresh episode full of catching up on their tournaments last weekend and hitting on some topics across the NHL. Topics included: Patrice Bergeron reactions CEO/BY on remote for tournaments Connor Bedard NHL news A new hockey policy in Canada + more BY & Motts wrap up the show answering the My Hockey Rankings question of the week! Thank you for listening! Please rate, review, and subscribe! If you're interested in sponsoring the show, please reach ou...
Oct 13, 2023•1 hr 4 min•Ep. 144
Episode 143- BY & Motts are thrilled to bring you this episode featuring an interview with Stanley Cup Champion, Six-Time Selke Award winner, & recently retired Boston Bruin: Patrice Bergeron! Sit back, relax, and listen to this future Hockey Hall of Famer talk about his career & how he became such a good player & leader for 20 years. Thank you for listening! Please rate, review, and subscribe! If you're interested in sponsoring the show, please reach out to us by email or DM us ...
Oct 10, 2023•1 hr 36 min•Ep. 143
BY & Motts are back with a mailbag episode this week! Before answering all of your questions & reacting to your stories the guys chat about the weekend, a couple losses in the sports world, and some recent NHL news. Then the guys dip into the mailbag to answer your questions about: Gotta have a goalie Navigating the “alternate” player mentality Dealing with some higher competition A coach constantly being late + more! BY & Motts wrap up the show answering the My Hockey Rankings quest...
Oct 06, 2023•1 hr 9 min•Ep. 142
BY & Motts are back with a special guest & current Vancouver Canucks rookie, Aidan McDonough! Before Aidan joins the show, the guys catch up on how their games have gone this season plus they catch up on some of the latest NHL news across the league. Then the guys welcome in Aidan McDonough who is entering his first NHL training camp with the Vancouver Canucks! Aidan and the boys talk about a bunch of different things including: Growing up playing baseball Getting down to the rink should...
Sep 29, 2023•1 hr 37 min•Ep. 141
Episode 140- BY & Motts are back with a conversation with our friends over at My Hockey Rankings! Ian & Neil Lodin join the guys ahead of the first hockey rankings release of the season! Thank you for listening! Please rate, review, and subscribe! If you're interested in sponsoring the show, please reach out to us by email or DM us on Instagram! Leave us a voicemail: 347-6-SHRINK Email: RinkShrinks@gmail.com Instagram: @TheRinkShrinks Twitter: @RinkShrinks Website: www.therinkshrinks.com...
Sep 27, 2023•32 min•Ep. 140
Episode 139- BY & Motts are back with a brand new mailbag episode this week! Before the guys get to all of your stories & questions they catch up on what’s been going on around the rinks and react to the recent Mike Babcock resignation. Then BY & Motts dip into the mailbag to answer all of your questions including: Weighing out options for teams Managing team social media accounts How to suggest coaching tips to a coach (if you have a coaching background) Best time to jump from tier ...
Sep 22, 2023•1 hr 4 min•Ep. 138
Episode 138- BY & Motts are back with an interview with Stryd. OS Power Skating Coach, Katy Jo West! Before Katy joins the podcast, the guys catch up on what’s been going on around the rinks and the current Mike Babcock situation. Then Katy Jo jumps on with the guys to discuss her power skating company and tons more including: Using social media to stay real to her coaching Pink Overalls Hockey skating coach Having success in teaching Having fun with the skaters and chirping STRYD. OS The gu...
Sep 15, 2023•1 hr 36 min•Ep. 138
Episode 137- BY & Motts are back with a fresh mailbag this week. Before dipping into the mailbag, the guys catch up on what went on as they got back into the rinks and back on to the ice. Then the guys read all your stories and answer your questions which include: Centers vs. Wingers A new coach & hockey player learning drills There’s nothing wrong with playing defense + so much more! The guys wrap up the show answering a few questions presented by My Hockey Rankings. Thank you for liste...
Sep 08, 2023•1 hr 5 min•Ep. 137
Episode 136- BY & Motts are back with an outstanding interview with Athlete Mindset Coach, Danielle McDonough! Before Danielle joins us the guys chat about Motts’ garage set up, a friend of the program’s son winning the Little League World Series, & hockey season getting started. Then the guys welcome in former professional hockey player and current Athlete Mindset Coach, Danielle McDonough! Danielle joins the guys to talk about her career and profession and hit on topics which includes:...
Sep 01, 2023•1 hr 39 min•Ep. 136
Episode 135- BY & Motts are back with a fresh mailbag episode for you this week. Prior to reading and reacting to your questions & stories the guys chat about the Hold The Line game that BY played in this week. Then the guys dip into the mailbag and cover all of your questions including: Size as a defenseman House hockey versus club A New England Sports Center observation Men’s league goalies + more! BY & Motts wrap up the show answering the My Hockey Rankings question of the week. T...
Aug 25, 2023•53 min•Ep. 135
Episode 134- BY & Motts are back with an interview with 16 year NHL veteran & Motts’ former teammate Andy Greene! Before Andy joins, the guys catch up on some recent concerts they’ve attended, some roller hockey tournaments, and the recent retirement announcement from David Krejci. Then, Greener joins the boys to discuss tons of topics including: Being the best person on & off the ice Decision to attend the University of Miami Ohio Going undrafted and deciding to sign with New Jersey...
Aug 20, 2023•1 hr 29 min•Ep. 134
Episode 133- BY & Motts are back with a fresh mailbag episode this week! Before answering all of your questions the guys talk about a local baseball team that is making headway for the Little League World Series. Then BY & Motts dip into the mailbag to read and react to your questions and stories which include: Does size matter with certain positions More ice time or playing for a higher level team with less ice time Choosing the right stick + much more! BY & Motts wrap up the show a...
Aug 11, 2023•51 min•Ep. 133
Episode 132- BY & Motts are back with an interview with Dr. Stephen Durant of Massachusetts General Hospital! First, BY & Motts catch up on the last week which includes the guys getting together and Motts throwing out the first pitch at the Brockton Rox game! Then, Steve, who has worked with both the Boston Bruins & Boston Red Sox, sits down with the guys to share his stories and experiences which include: Good sleep, good nutrition, good attitude Do not suffer alone Red & Blue b...
Aug 04, 2023•2 hr 13 min•Ep. 132
Episode 131- BY & Motts are back with a fresh mailbag this week. Prior to reading and reacting to your questions and stories the boys open up the show talking about BY’s return from Nantucket, Patrice Bergeron’s retirement, & craziness at some younger players' tournaments. Then the guy's dip into the mailbag to answer all of your questions including: Advice for a first time coach Parent done with travel hockey Is an old adage true? A tough pickle for a goalie + more! BY & Motts wrap ...
Jul 28, 2023•58 min•Ep. 131
Episode 130- BY & Motts are back with an interview with lead singer of O.A.R. Marc Roberge! Before Marc joins the show BY talks about his time down in Nantucket & Motts talks about getting back on to the ice. Then hockey dad, player, and of course lead singer, Marc Roberge joins for an awesome chat about: Getting to know KY The team aspect of a band Attending hockey games as a kid with his father Learning how to enjoy hockey again to connect with his son Building a charity game & so ...
Jul 21, 2023•1 hr 17 min•Ep. 130
Episode 129- BY & Motts are back and ready to read your stories and answer your questions during this week's mailbag episode! Before the guys dip into the mailbag they catch up on how they spent their Fourth of July then the boys open up the mailbag and answer all of your questions & comments on: Breaking down scenarios Working on your deficiencies and enhancing skills Handling expectations and having fun Helmet demonstration Team gear being a money grab BY & Motts wrap up the show a...
Jul 14, 2023•1 hr 15 min•Ep. 129
Episode 128- BY & Motts are back with an interview with former first round pick, fourteen-year NHL veteran, & Motts’ teammate from BC & the Islanders Marty Reasoner! Before Marty joins, the guys catch up on the weekend including BY’s surprise birthday party as well as Motts’ new lunch strategy. Then the guys bring in Marty Reasoner for an awesome chat about his career and much more including: Dealing with shorter attention spans in sports Decision to go to BC and playing right away L...
Jun 30, 2023•1 hr 51 min•Ep. 128
Episode 127- BY & Motts are back with a fresh mailbag episode this week and answer all of your questions and react to your stories. Before the guys get to the mailbag, they catch up on what went on last week and inform all of our listeners about an upcoming contest with our friends over at Franklin Sports! Then the guys get into your questions about: A poor set of coaches Worries of missing school for hockey Coaches forfeiting a game with little time left A shoutout to the Tkachuk family! + ...
Jun 23, 2023•1 hr•Ep. 127
Episode 126- BY & Motts are back with an interview with former Boston Bruins, Columbus Blue Jackets, & New York Rangers defenseman & Stanley Cup Champion Adam McQuaid! Before Quaider jumps on the guys recap the Stanley Cup Finals, Motts getting in the mix in the Hero’s Cup, & they talk about an incredible story involving an NFL player. Then Adam McQuiad joins BY & Motts for an awesome chat about his career & so much more including: Conducting yourself politely off the ice...
Jun 16, 2023•1 hr 59 min•Ep. 126
Episode 125- BY & Motts are back and ready to answer all of your questions and comments on this week’s mailbag episode! Developing and coaching the team throughout the year Coaches making “fool’s gold promises” Getting those reps in and seeing growth in player development The My Hockey Rankings question of the week + much more! The guys wrap up the show talking about Motts' latest feature on NESN & some professional golf drama. Thank you for listening! Please rate, review, and subscribe!...
Jun 09, 2023•1 hr 11 min•Ep. 125
Episode 124- BY & Motts are back with an unreal interview with the captain of the Ottawa Senators, Brady Tkachuk! Before Brady joins the guys, they catch up on what went on over Memorial Day weekend, talk about the Stanley Cup Finals matchup, and have a laugh over some hockey celebrations on the baseball field. Then the youngest of the two Tkachuk boys joins for an awesome chat about: Learning to play the game with his brother Matthew His sister being the best athlete in the family Growing u...
Jun 02, 2023•1 hr 49 min•Ep. 124
Episode 123- BY & Motts are back with a fresh mailbag full of all of your questions & comments this week! Before the mailbag the guys catch up on what went on over the weekend, talk about the NHL Conference Finals, & BY shares a quote. Then we dip into the mailbag to answer all of your questions, some topics included: Advancing in hockey as a “role” player Specific coaches for specific positions Let your kid be a kid The My Hockey Rankings questions of the week + much more! BY & ...
May 26, 2023•1 hr 11 min•Ep. 123
Episode 122- BY & Motts are back with an awesome interview with former BC Eagle, Motts’ teammate & 16 year NHL veteran, Brian Gionta! Before Gio joins us, the guys catch up on the weekend and talk some NHL playoffs then Brian jumps on with the guys to talk about his career and share some great stories including: Being the middle of two brothers, couple brawls were had Choosing to attend Boston College over other schools The famous Gionta van Adapting to the checking line role + much more...
May 19, 2023•2 hr 7 min•Ep. 122
Episode 121- BY & Motts are back with a fresh mailbag this week! Before the guys dig into the mailbag they catch up on the weekend and talk about their appearance at the Kentucky Derby party. Then BY & Motts dip into the mailbag to answer all of your questions about: Worrying about being the best kid on the team at a young age Lack of confidence & ice time Volunteer coaches versus paid coaches The My Hockey Rankings question of the week + tons more! BY & Motts wrap up the show ta...
May 12, 2023•1 hr 8 min•Ep. 121
Episode 120- BY & Motts are back this week with local guy and former NHL vet, Tony Amonte! Before Tony joins us the guys catch up on the playoffs, a former guest having success for USA hockey, & their time over at the Shamrock Shootout. Tony Amonte then joins the fellas to talk about his playing and post playing career and much more which included: Making his decision to attend BU during spring break his senior year First time suiting up for the Rangers at MSG 1996 World Cup of Hockey Bo...
May 05, 2023•1 hr 37 min•Ep. 120
Episode 119- BY & Motts are back with a fresh mailbag episode this week! Before answering all of your questions the guys catch up on the weekend, BY breaks one of his own rules, and Motts talks about his performance in the Bruins Alumni game. Then the guys dip into the mailbag to read your stories and answer your questions on: A high school season versus a tier one season Leaving town hockey for club hockey Some rink steak talk Playing for multiple “select” teams Lack of communication from a...
Apr 28, 2023•58 min•Ep. 119
