Episode 208- BY & Motts are back with an interview with current co-host of the Spittin’ Chiclets Podcast and friend of the program, Ryan Whitney! Before Whit joins, the guys catch up on the weekend and discuss the latest firing in Boston. Then Whit sits down with the guys to chat about a ton of things including: Whit getting into the youth hockey coaching scene The Four Nations Faceoff The latest news around the NHL BY’s viral video + more! BY & Motts wrap up the show by answering the My...
Nov 29, 2024•1 hr 38 min•Ep. 208
Episode 207- BY & Motts are back with a pre Thanksgiving mailbag episode for you all! Before the guys dip into the mailbag they catch up on the weekend, BY making his goalie serve a penalty, and discuss the latest happenings across the NHL including the Bruins firing head coach, Jim Montgomery. Then the boys answer all of your questions from the mailbag which included: Team versus coach failure Chaotic times in the BCHL How to climb the ladder as a coach + more BY & Motts wrap up the sho...
Nov 22, 2024•58 min•Ep. 207
Episode 206- BY & Motts are back with a couple of interviews this week with the General Manager of the Moncton Wildcats, Taylor MacDougall as well as the commissioner of Hockey East, Steve Metcalf! Before the interviews the guys recap the weekend around the rinks, state tournament results, and some changes coming to the CHL & NCAA. Then BY sits down with the General Manager of the Moncton Wildcats of the QMJHL to discuss all things Junior hockey. Following the interview with Taylor the g...
Nov 15, 2024•1 hr 49 min•Ep. 206
BY & Motts are joined by current Surrey Eagles forward, Miles Burgin, for the mailbag this week! After catching up on the weekend and what has been happening across the NHL, the guys react to all of your questions and stories which include: The Brick Tournament Coaches want to see you play, not your social media highlights “Alternate” players Motts’ cousin chimes in from Cape Breton! BY, Motts, & Miles wrap up the show by answering the My Hockey Rankings question of the week. Thank you f...
Nov 08, 2024•1 hr 13 min•Ep. 205
Episode 204- BY & Motts are back with an interview with former BC Eagle & NHL defenseman, Andrew Alberts! Before Alby joins, BY & Motts discuss their weekend around the rinks and the latest happenings across the NHL. Then the guys sit down with Andrew and discuss his upbringing, career, and more including: Wasn’t pressured to play by his parents Failure leading to success How much of a battle Hockey East was Scoring his first goal Hockey Sense Arena BY & Motts wrap up the show by...
Nov 01, 2024•1 hr 40 min•Ep. 204
Episode 203- BY & Motts are back with a new mailbag episode this week. Before getting to all of your questions the guys catch up on the weekend and what has been happening around the rinks and the NHL’s Frozen Frenzy hosted by former guest, John Buccigross which took place on Tuesday night. Then the boys read and react to all of your questions and stories in the mailbag which include: Some sandbagging going on in a tournament Parents yelling from the stands (again) Getting reviews on shifts ...
Oct 25, 2024•46 min•Ep. 203
Episode 202- BY & Motts are back and joined by former first round pick (12th overall) in 1990 by the Montreal Canadiens and Stanley Cup Champion, Turner Stevenson! Before Turner sits down with the guys they catch up what has been going on around the rinks and what has been happening across the NHL after being back in full swing for a week. Then the boys welcome in Turner Stevenson for a great conversation about his career and more which includes: Having Barry Melrose as a coach Enjoying play...
Oct 18, 2024•1 hr 20 min•Ep. 202
Episode 201- BY & Motts are back with a fresh mailbag episode this week! Before the guys get to all of your questions they catch up on the first week of the NHL beginning, how hockey season is going for each of their teams, and some recent signings across the league. Then the boys answer all of your questions and react to your stories which included: Working at the same level or moving up to work at a higher level The effects of CHL players being able to commit to NCAA Meeting the standards ...
Oct 11, 2024•1 hr 18 min•Ep. 201
Episode 200- BY & Motts welcome John Buccigross for episode 200! We would like to thank all of our listeners and sponsors for all of the support along this crazy ride. 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 out to us by email or DM us on Instagram! Leave us a voicemail: 347-6-SHRINK Email: RinkShrinks@gmail.com Instagram: @TheR...
Oct 06, 2024•1 hr 19 min•Ep. 200
Episode 199- BY & Motts are back with a fresh mailbag episode this week! Before the guys get to all of your questions and stories they catch up on their weekends at the rink including the Surrey Eagles home opener, plus the NHL being back in preseason form. Then the boys open up the mailbag to answer all of your questions which included: Picking up the game later in life Skate profiles Loving the game despite some tough losses + more! BY & Motts wrap up the show answering the My Hockey R...
Sep 27, 2024•56 min•Ep. 199
Episode 198- BY & Motts are back with a fresh mailbag episode this week! Before the guys get to all of your questions and stories they catch up on their respective hockey seasons, rookie camps across the NHL, and Sidney Crosby signing an extension with the Penguins. Then the boys answer your questions and react to your stories which included: Advice for wanting to stay in hockey after high school When playing up with an older age group is a good idea The pressure of having two goalies for pe...
Sep 20, 2024•1 hr 13 min•Ep. 198
Episode 197- BY & Motts are back with former guest as well as former teammate and now fellow coach of the Surrey Eagles, Scott Gomez! The guys get together and talk about their team and how its rounding out, Roberto Luongo making his men’s league debut, and much more! BY, Motts, & Gomer 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 out to us by ...
Sep 13, 2024•1 hr 5 min•Ep. 197
Episode 196- The entire Rink Shrinks family would like to pass on our deepest condolences to the entire Gaudreau family, friends, and teammates of Johnny & Matty. This mailbag episode is dedicated to them. BY & Motts wrap up the show by 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 out to us by email or DM us on Instagram! Leave us a voicemail: 347-6-SHRINK Emai...
Sep 06, 2024•54 min•Ep. 196
Episode 195- BY & Motts are joined by former NHL Captain and current Surrey Eagle scout, Jim Dowd! Jimmy sits down with the boys to discuss his career in the game and so much more including: All it takes is one person to change your life in the game Unstructured hockey Being a good teammate Winning the Stanley Cup + much more! BY & Motts wrap up the show by answering the My Hockey Rankings question of the week. Thank you for listening! Please rate, review, and subscribe! If you're intere...
Aug 30, 2024•1 hr 11 min•Ep. 195
Episode 194- BY & Motts are back with an interview with long time sponsor and friend of the show, Neil Lodin of My Hockey Rankings! Before Neil joins the show the guys catch up on the weekend, a bunch of NHL news including a local kid signing a nice extension, and some advice for new hockey parents ahead of the season getting started. Then Neil joins the guys to discuss what MHR is all about and answers the My Hockey Rankings question of the week to wrap up the show! Thank you for listening!...
Aug 23, 2024•54 min•Ep. 194
Episode 193- BY & Motts are back with a new mailbag episode this week! Prior to answering all of your questions the guys catch up on the weekend and some recent NHL news. Then BY & Motts dip into the mailbag to answer all of your questions which include: Learning to change lines correctly Greedy teammates When is the right time for showcases for juniors + more! BY & Motts wrap up the show answering the My Hockey Rankings question of the week. Thank you for listening! Please rate, rev...
Aug 16, 2024•41 min•Ep. 193
Episode 192- BY & Motts are back with Motts being stateside for the first time in a while and bring you a fun “ketchup” episode! The guys shoot the breeze over a variety of topics including: The New Jersey Devils adding to their front office Olympics Red Sox heating up Expectations for the upcoming season +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...
Aug 09, 2024•50 min•Ep. 192
Episode 191- BY & Motts are back with a new mailbag episode this week. Before the guys get to all of your questions they catch up on BY’s weekend on Nantucket, Motts’ time in Alaska, and some NHL news. Then the boys dip into the mailbag to answer your questions which included: Learning how to increase speed Where does Division II hockey stand? You don’t need a letter to be a leader + more BY & Motts wrap up the show answering the My Hockey Rankings question of the week. Thank you for lis...
Aug 02, 2024•39 min•Ep. 191
Episode 190- BY & Motts are back with a great interview with former NHL tough guy and now professional scout for the Vegas Golden Knights, Jim McKenzie! Jim sat down with the boys to talk about his playing days and what he’s up to now which included: Rivalries in the game today Moving away at 14 years old Playing for the Hartford Whalers Winning a Stanley Cup + more! BY & Motts wrap up the show answering the My Hockey Rankings question of the week. Thank you for listening! Please rate, r...
Jul 26, 2024•1 hr 26 min•Ep. 190
Episode 189- BY & Motts are back with a fresh mailbag episode for you this week! The guys catch up on the weekend, Motts gives an update on his team up in Canada, and the guys congratulate a recently retired NHL veteran. BY & Motts then dip into the mailbag and answer all of your questions which included: Transitioning from forward to defense Advice on moving to Massachusetts and its youth hockey programs Finding the same hockey intensity in other sports + more! BY & Motts wrap up th...
Jul 19, 2024•38 min•Ep. 189
Episode 188- BY & Motts are back and are joined by former guest and friend of the program, Keith Yandle! The guys catch up on how they spent their Fourth of July, Motts getting acclimated to his new coaching job, and some NHL news. Then BY & Motts sit down with San Jose Sharks defenseman, Henry Thrun to discuss his young career and more including: Getting more reps with a shorter bench in youth hockey Navigating the prep high school hockey route Playing alongside some San Jose Sharks leg...
Jul 12, 2024•1 hr 28 min•Ep. 188
Episode 187- BY & Motts are back with a fresh mailbag episode for you this week! Before answering all of your questions and reacting to your stories, the guys recap game 7 of the Stanley Cup Finals, Motts shares some exciting personal news, and the 2024 Hockey Hall of Fame inductees were announced. Then BY & Motts dip into the mailbag to answer all of your questions including: High school hockey or juniors? Wingers defensive positioning Advice on coaching a new team + more! BY & Mott...
Jun 28, 2024•52 min•Ep. 187
Episode 186- BY & Motts are back with an interview with Charlestown native and Boston Bruins defenseman Matt Grzelcyk! Before Matt joins the guys they catch up on the Stanley Cup Finals and some other news around the hockey world. Then Grz sits down with the boys to discuss his career so far and much more including: Modeling his game after smaller defensemen Transitioning from Charlestown to Ann Arbor for NTDP A ton of firsts in Pittsburgh Playing for his hometown team + more! BY & Motts...
Jun 21, 2024•1 hr 12 min•Ep. 168
Episode 185- BY & Motts are back with a fresh mailbag episode this week! But before the boys dip into the mailbag they catch up on the weekend, the Stanley Cup Finals, and some other hockey news. Then BY & Motts open up the mailbag to answer all of your questions and react to your stories which included: A player getting recruited from Sweden Finding the right curve for your stick Kids not passing the puck + more! BY & Motts wrap up the show answering the My Hockey Rankings question ...
Jun 14, 2024•1 hr 3 min
Episode 184- BY & Motts are back with an interview with former New York Rangers draft pick and newly named Cushing Academy Head Coach, Ryan Bourque! Before Ryan joins the guys catch up on the weekend and look forward to the Stanley Cup Finals starting up this week. Then Ryan Bourque sits down with the boys to discuss his career and much more including: Growing up in NHL locker rooms with his father Making strong relationships while playing Attending the NTDP program Transitioning from playin...
Jun 07, 2024•1 hr 33 min•Ep. 184
Episode 183- BY & Motts are back with a fresh mailbag episode for you this week. Before answering all of your questions the guys catch up on the weekend, the NHL, and some news across the league. Then they dip into the mailbag to read and react to all of your questions & stories which include: Coach participation in practice Using skills in other sports to translate to the ice Funny business after the whistle + more BY & Motts wrap up the show answering the My Hockey Rankings questio...
May 31, 2024•1 hr 1 min•Ep. 183
Episode 182- BY & Motts are joined by longtime Tufts University Head Coach and now Director of US Scouting for NeutralZone.net, Brian Murphy! Before Brian joins the show the guys catch up on the weekend, the conference finals in the NHL, and some other NHL news. Then Murph sits down with the guys to discuss everything scouting and more including: Valuing ice time at a public high school versus private If you’re a good player, you will be found What differentiates D1 & D3 players NeutralZ...
May 24, 2024•1 hr 8 min•Ep. 182
Episode 181- BY & Motts are back with a fresh mailbag episode this week! Before getting to all of your questions the guys catch up on their D skills sessions that just wrapped up last week, Mother’s Day weekend, and what has been going on in the NHL playoffs. Then BY & Motts dip into the mailbag to answer all of your questions which include: Does the playing level of a coach matter? Introducing weight training at the right age Having impactful conversations with players/coaches + more! B...
May 17, 2024•1 hr 5 min•Ep. 181
Episode 180- BY & Motts are back with an interview with current Anaheim Ducks forward and NHL All-Star, Frank Vatrano! Before Franky joins, the boys catch up on the weekend, the Bruins winning game 7 against Toronto, and some other NHL news. Then Springfield’s own, Frank Vatrano joins the show to discuss his career and upbringing which includes: Helping the younger guys in Anaheim Paying attention to detail Shooting street hockey balls instead of pucks Making his NHL debut + more! BY & M...
May 10, 2024•1 hr 34 min•Ep. 180
Episode 179- BY & Motts are back with a new mailbag episode this week! Before the guys get to all of your questions they catch up on BY’s time in Michigan for a tournament, the latest in the NHL playoffs, plus Doug Smith the real “goon”. Then BY & Motts open up the mailbag to answer all of your questions which included: Transparency from coaches What coaches enjoy about tryouts How to skate “low” + more! BY & Motts wrap up the show answering the My Hockey Rankings question of the wee...
May 03, 2024•1 hr 15 min•Ep. 179
