Today on the show, we connect with the wonderful Audra Martin from Twins TV and Fan Duel Sports Network. We cover college days at Central Florida, her Chicago roots and our favorite hockey team.... the Minnesota Wild Thanks to Minnesota Masonic Charities ( mnmasoniccharities.org/ ), OnX Maps ( onxmaps.com/ ), Lexus of Wayzata ( lexusofwayzata.com/ ), & Lexus of Maplewood ( lexusofmaplewood.com/ )...
Aug 22, 2025•52 min•Ep. 71
Today on the show, we have College Hockey Guru and former NHL scribe Dan Myers. NIL, Transfer Portal and all the player movement will be discussed. Plus, we tackle the summer that was for the Minnesota Wild and what to watch for this season in St. Paul. Thanks to Minnesota Masonic Charities ( mnmasoniccharities.org/ ), OnX Maps ( onxmaps.com/ ), Lexus of Wayzata ( lexusofwayzata.com/ ), & Lexus of Maplewood ( lexusofmaplewood.com/ )...
Aug 15, 2025•55 min•Ep. 70
Today on the show, Chief Revenue Officer from the Minnesota Wild, Mitch Helgerson. The business of hockey is always booming in St. Paul, and Mitch has some great insight on the season ahead. Hockey Day Minnesota and the World Juniors Tournament are among the fun topics we cover. Thanks to Minnesota Masonic Charities ( mnmasoniccharities.org/ ), OnX Maps ( onxmaps.com/ ), Lexus of Wayzata ( lexusofwayzata.com/ ), & Lexus of Maplewood ( lexusofmaplewood.com/ )...
Aug 08, 2025•35 min•Ep. 69
College Hockey fans get paid today on the show as Garret Raboin joins us. Garret is building a tremendous program at Augustana. Garret was a stud defenseman in his playing days at St. Cloud State, where he was a 2X Captain. He will also be on Bob Motzko's Team USA staff for the World Juniors this winter. Great hockey chatter ahead. Thanks to Minnesota Masonic Charities ( mnmasoniccharities.org/ ), OnX Maps ( onxmaps.com/ ), Lexus of Wayzata ( lexusofwayzata.com/ ), & Lexus of Maplewood ( lex...
Aug 01, 2025•59 min•Ep. 68
From his love of the outdoors to his passion for Minnesota hockey, Bill Sherck is a local legend. We chat North Stars and hammering big bass today on Wooden Sticks. Thanks to Minnesota Masonic Charities ( mnmasoniccharities.org/ ), OnX Maps ( onxmaps.com/ ), Lexus of Wayzata ( lexusofwayzata.com/ ), & Lexus of Maplewood ( lexusofmaplewood.com/ )...
Jul 25, 2025•52 min•Ep. 67
Today on the show, Minnesota's own Rachel Herzog, who just finished her first year covering the New Jersey Devils on MSG. Rachel was a part of 2 State Championship teams at Hill Murray and also played Division 1 hockey at St. Cloud State. Energetic, knowledgeable, and incredibly fun, Rachel Herzog, today on Wooden Sticks. Thanks to Minnesota Masonic Charities ( mnmasoniccharities.org/ ), OnX Maps ( onxmaps.com/ ), Lexus of Wayzata ( lexusofwayzata.com/ ), & Lexus of Maplewood ( lexusofmaplew...
Jul 18, 2025•1 hr 2 min•Ep. 66
Today on the show, we welcome back the great Tony Granato. Tony covers the league on the NHL Network and also works on TV with the Chicago Blackhawks. We are both involved with The Ranch - Teammates for Life program. Great perspective here on all fronts Thanks to Minnesota Masonic Charities ( mnmasoniccharities.org/ ), OnX Maps ( onxmaps.com/ ), Lexus of Wayzata ( lexusofwayzata.com/ ), & Lexus of Maplewood ( lexusofmaplewood.com/ )...
Jul 11, 2025•55 min•Ep. 65
Today on the show, we focus on college hockey and welcome St. Thomas Men's Coach Rico Blasi. A brand-new, state-of-the-art arena and a move ahead into the NCHA are discussed, plus much more. Thanks to Minnesota Masonic Charities ( mnmasoniccharities.org/ ), OnX Maps ( onxmaps.com/ ), Lexus of Wayzata ( lexusofwayzata.com/ ), Lexus of Maplewood ( lexusofmaplewood.com/ ), & 10k Construction ( 10kconstruction.com )...
Jun 27, 2025•58 min•Ep. 64
Today on the show, we explore the great hockey mind, Pat Micheletti. We break down the Stanley Cup repeat of the Florida Panthers and dive deep into the big summer ahead for the Minnesota Wild. Thanks to Minnesota Masonic Charities ( mnmasoniccharities.org/ ), OnX Maps ( onxmaps.com/ ), Lexus of Wayzata ( lexusofwayzata.com/ ), Lexus of Maplewood ( lexusofmaplewood.com/ ), & 10k Construction ( 10kconstruction.com )...
Jun 20, 2025•1 hr 2 min•Ep. 63
A homegrown hockey hero on the show today. Goaltender Steve Janaszak played his high school hockey for the Pioneers of Hill Murray. Recruited by the legendary Herb Brooks, it was on to Minnesota for 4 amazing years before making the 1980 Olympic Team and being a part of the Miracle on Ice at Lake Placid. Thanks to Minnesota Masonic Charities ( mnmasoniccharities.org/ ), OnX Maps ( onxmaps.com/ ), Lexus of Wayzata ( lexusofwayzata.com/ ), Lexus of Maplewood ( lexusofmaplewood.com/ ), & 10k Co...
Jun 10, 2025•1 hr 3 min•Ep. 62
Today on the show, we dive deep into the off-season moves ahead for our favorite NHL team. Seth Toupal hosts Locked on Wild and is plugged in and passionate about the Minnesota Wild. Fun hockey conversation lies ahead. Thanks to Minnesota Masonic Charities ( mnmasoniccharities.org/ ), OnX Maps ( onxmaps.com/ ), Lexus of Wayzata ( lexusofwayzata.com/ ), Lexus of Maplewood ( lexusofmaplewood.com/ ), & 10k Construction ( 10kconstruction.com )...
Jun 06, 2025•53 min•Ep. 61
Basketball legend Trent Tucker is now a very busy hockey dad. Today on the show, we discuss the many amazing lessons he learned on the court and how they are impacting his very talented sons around the rink. Thanks to Minnesota Masonic Charities ( mnmasoniccharities.org/ ), OnX Maps ( onxmaps.com/ ), Lexus of Wayzata ( lexusofwayzata.com/ ), Lexus of Maplewood ( lexusofmaplewood.com/ ), & 10k Construction ( 10kconstruction.com )...
May 30, 2025•1 hr 5 min•Ep. 60
A young lady from Minnesota who went to Champlin Park High School and made it to big time in broadcasting. Twins and Wild games locally and later in life, MLB and NHL Network. Today on the show, the great Jamie Hersch Thanks to Minnesota Masonic Charities ( mnmasoniccharities.org/ ), OnX Maps ( onxmaps.com/ ), Lexus of Wayzata ( lexusofwayzata.com/ ) & Lexus of Maplewood ( lexusofmaplewood.com/ )...
May 16, 2025•59 min•Ep. 59
Today on the show, we connect with Hill Murray boys hockey coach Bill Lechner. This legendary coach has been on a high school hockey bench for over 4 decades. He has multiple State Championships and has developed some amazing players. Fun hockey conversation here Thanks to Minnesota Masonic Charities ( mnmasoniccharities.org/ ), OnX Maps ( onxmaps.com/ ), Lexus of Wayzata ( lexusofwayzata.com/ ) & Lexus of Maplewood ( lexusofmaplewood.com/ )...
May 09, 2025•56 min•Ep. 58
Today on Wooden Sticks, we chat pucks with a look at the Stanley Cup Playoffs. We also talk ponies with a detailed preview of the 151st Kentucky Derby. Thanks to Minnesota Masonic Charities ( mnmasoniccharities.org/ ), OnX Maps ( onxmaps.com/ ), Lexus of Wayzata ( lexusofwayzata.com/ ) & Lexus of Maplewood ( lexusofmaplewood.com/ )...
May 02, 2025•38 min•Ep. 57
If you love hockey, then it doesn't get much better than Stanley Cup Playoff season. Today on the show, Alexis Pearson joins us to handicap the Wild and Golden Knights series. We make predictions on some possible under-the-radar heroes that might emerge. Thanks to Minnesota Masonic Charities ( mnmasoniccharities.org/ ), OnX Maps ( onxmaps.com/ ), Lexus of Wayzata ( lexusofwayzata.com/ ) & Lexus of Maplewood ( lexusofmaplewood.com/ )...
Apr 25, 2025•1 hr•Ep. 56
Today on the show, we connect with former Wild goaltender Devan Dubnyk. We revisit that amazing 2015 season for the Wild when Duby was traded from Arizona to Minnesota in January and helped the Wild rally in crazy fashion to make the postseason. Plus, we cover his amazing hockey journey, all with a live audience at Insight Brewing. ' Thanks to Minnesota Masonic Charities ( https://mnmasoniccharities.org/ ), OnX Maps ( www.onxmaps.com/fish ), & Insight Brewing ( https://www.insightbrewing.com...
Apr 18, 2025•54 min•Ep. 55
This week on the show, we have a Minnesota treasure in John King. He cultivated the All Hockey Hair Team, created numerous amazing Not Weird Wild commercials and has a hockey journey that dates back to the Dino Ciccarelli days in Bloomington. Thanks to Minnesota Masonic Charities ( https://mnmasoniccharities.org/ ), OnX Maps ( www.onxmaps.com/fish ), & Insight Brewing ( https://www.insightbrewing.com/ )...
Apr 11, 2025•59 min•Ep. 54
College Hockey fans get paid today on the show. Brad Schlossman from the Grand Forks Herald is the man when it comes to College Pucks. From the Portal to the Zeev Factor, we have you covered today. Thanks to Minnesota Masonic Charities ( https://mnmasoniccharities.org/ ), OnX Maps ( www.onxmaps.com/fish ), & Insight Brewing ( https://www.insightbrewing.com/ )...
Apr 04, 2025•1 hr 2 min•Ep. 53
As LeBron James tweeted, Paul Allen is a national treasure. Today on the show, we chat JJ McCarthy and old school puck from the late 1970s with the great PA from KFAN. Thanks to Minnesota Masonic Charities ( https://mnmasoniccharities.org/ ), OnX Maps ( www.onxmaps.com/fish ), & Insight Brewing ( https://www.insightbrewing.com/ )...
Mar 28, 2025•1 hr 3 min•Ep. 52
Live show this week from Insight Brewing. Our special guest was Michael Russo from The Athletic. Wild Playoff hopes along with injury updates. We tackle future roster options for the Wild and dive into possible playoff matchups. Thanks to Minnesota Masonic Charities ( https://mnmasoniccharities.org/ ), OnX Maps ( www.onxmaps.com/fish ), & Insight Brewing ( https://www.insightbrewing.com/ )...
Mar 21, 2025•1 hr 4 min•Ep. 51
Today on the show, we have the guy we all call Halvy - Zach Halverson. A fixture on The Power Trip Morning Show and a big part of the Wild Radio Network, too. Zach is now a rising local star doing play-by-play of some of Minnesota's biggest high school games. We connect with Halvy today on Wooden Sticks. Thanks to Minnesota Masonic Charities ( https://mnmasoniccharities.org/ ), OnX Maps ( www.onxmaps.com/fish ), & Insight Brewing ( https://www.insightbrewing.com/ )...
Mar 14, 2025•1 hr 8 min•Ep. 50
Today on the show we are joined by Mike Snee of the Minnesota Wild. Mike is the VP of the Minnesota Wild Foundation and is heading up a cool new initiative called Skate It Forward. Childhood memories of the North Stars, growing up in Duluth, and Stanley Cup dreams on today's Wooden Sticks. Thanks to Minnesota Masonic Charities ( https://mnmasoniccharities.org/ ), OnX Maps ( www.onxmaps.com/fish ), & Insight Brewing ( https://www.insightbrewing.com/ )...
Mar 07, 2025•1 hr 5 min•Ep. 49
Today on the show, we once again get the man on the mural at Mariucci Arena, The great Pat Micheletti. We tackle Wild hockey with a 4 Nations twist. Also, College Hockey with some pairwise predictions. Thanks to Minnesota Masonic Charities ( https://mnmasoniccharities.org/ ), OnX Maps ( www.onxmaps.com/fish ), & Insight Brewing ( https://www.insightbrewing.com/ )...
Feb 28, 2025•41 min•Ep. 48
Our first live edition of Wooden Sticks, recorded on Saturday at Insight Brewing. Our special guest was Alex Stalock. We discuss 4 Nations Faceoff and dive deep into the Wild as they prepare for a playoff push. We also go inside the mask of the always entertaining tender from South St. Paul. Thanks to Minnesota Masonic Charities ( https://mnmasoniccharities.org/ ), OnX Maps ( www.onxmaps.com/fish ), & Insight Brewing ( https://www.insightbrewing.com/ )...
Feb 24, 2025•1 hr 4 min•Ep. 47
Today on the show we visit with long time sports anchor at KARE11, Dave Schwartz. From New York to Bemidji to Louisiana and back to the Twin Cities, our Schwartzy has seen it all. Dave has covered multiple Olympic Games and now works for the Minnesota Wild. Lots of fun sports chatter today on Wooden Sticks. Thanks to Minnesota Masonic Charities ( https://mnmasoniccharities.org/ ), OnX Maps ( www.onxmaps.com/fish ), & Insight Brewing ( https://www.insightbrewing.com/ )...
Feb 14, 2025•1 hr 3 min•Ep. 46
Today on the show we offer up a dual threat. The Head Coach of the Northfield Raiders boy’s hockey team and head Golf Professional at The Meadows at Mystic Lake, Mr. Mike Luckraft. Lucky as he is affectionately called by all that know him was an All-State Defenseman and State Champion at Burnsville. We dive deep into the history of the High School Hockey Tourney and get to know one of the top Class A teams in Minnesota Thanks to Minnesota Masonic Charities ( https://mnmasoniccharities.org/ ), On...
Feb 07, 2025•52 min•Ep. 45
Today on the show we celebrate the life of John Gilbert. We also dive into the next 4 to 6 weeks for the Wild without Kaprizov. We also celebrate Hockey Day Minnesota, past and present, then give you 5 NHL rinks that are a must for Wild fans to visit. Thanks to Minnesota Masonic Charities ( https://mnmasoniccharities.org/ ) & OnX Maps ( www.onxmaps.com/fish )...
Jan 31, 2025•54 min•Ep. 44
Today on the show is Coordinator of Hockey partnerships for the Minnesota Wild, Gabby Billing. Gabby has a tremendous passion for hockey and is so talented in her role. She played 3 sports at Breck before committing to play D1 hockey at Dartmouth. Smart, funny, and incredible at her job...a perfect guest for Wooden Sticks. Thanks to Minnesota Masonic Charities ( https://mnmasoniccharities.org/ ) & OnX Maps ( www.onxmaps.com/fish )...
Jan 24, 2025•1 hr 2 min•Ep. 43
Today on the show, High School Hockey fans get paid as we walk down memory lane with Mike Schwartz. The 1996 Section Semi-Final featured White Bear Lake and Hill Murray who was the top ranked team in the State. The legend of the "Giant Killer" starts right here. Thanks to Minnesota Masonic Charities ( https://mnmasoniccharities.org/ ) & OnX Maps ( www.onxmaps.com/fish )...
Jan 17, 2025•57 min•Ep. 42