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InGoal Radio: ep 254 with recently retired Stanley Cup-winning goalie Pavel Francouz

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Episode 254 of the InGoal Radio Podcast, presented byThe Hockey Shop Source for Sports, features recently retired Stanley Cup-winning goalie Pavel Francouz.In the feature interview presented by NHL Sense Arena, Francouz explains the knee injury and thought process that led to his retirement after missing all season with the Colorado Avalanche, then walks us through his unique path from the Czech Republic to the KHL and finally to the NHL with the Avalanche. It was a windy path, with plenty of twists, turns and tough decisions along the way, including the choice to come to North America despite lucrative KHL offers and having to totally rebuild key parts of his game once he arrived. But it paid off with a Stanley Cup in 2022, which he also talks about, and a career .919 save percentage in the NHL.The interview is loaded with great insights into the mindset, technical and tactical evolution of goalie who came over late but quickly gained many admirers among NHL goalie coaches.In our Parents Segment, presented by the Stop It Goaltending U app, we talk about whether your young goalie should play other sports in the summer, with plenty of NHL goalie examples.All that, plus a trip to The Hockey Shop Source for Sports to look at a new Warrior G7 line.

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InGoal Radio: ep 253 with San Jose Sharks goalie Devin Cooley

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Episode 253 of the InGoal Radio Podcast, presented byThe Hockey Shop Source for Sports, features an energetic, informative interview with San Jose Sharks goalie Devin Cooley.In the feature interview presented by NHL Sense Arena, Cooley takes us behind the scenes of his late-season trade to his hometown team, NHL debut and first win in front of family for the team he grew up cheering. He also shares insights into the mindset tools that helped him manage the emotions and the now infamous "nobody cares, nothing's really gonna matter. We're all gonna die," quote after a memorable 49-save win in Seattle. He walks us through his path as a late bloomer technically, and the key role Seattle goalie Joey Daccord and his dad, Brian at Stop It Goaltending, played in his development, and a key change made with Thomas Speer in San Jose.In our Parents Segment, presented by the Stop It Goaltending U app, we talk about what to say -- and what not to say -- to your son or daughter after a tough game.All that, plus a trip to The Hockey Shop Source for Sports to look at a new Warrior wheel bag.

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InGoal Radio: ep 252 with San Jose Sharks goalie Devin Cooley

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Episode 253 of the InGoal Radio Podcast, presented byThe Hockey Shop Source for Sports, features an energetic, informative interview with San Jose Sharks goalie Devin Cooley.In the feature interview presented by NHL Sense Arena, Cooley takes us behind the scenes of his late-season trade to his hometown team, NHL debut and first win in front of family for the team he grew up cheering. He also shares insights into the mindset tools that helped him manage the emotions and the now infamous "nobody cares, nothing's really gonna matter. We're all gonna die," quote after a memorable 49-save win in Seattle. He walks us through his path as a late bloomer technically, and the key role Seattle goalie Joey Daccord and his dad, Brian at Stop It Goaltending, played in his development, and a key change made with Thomas Speer in San Jose.In our Parents Segment, presented by the Stop It Goaltending U app, we talk about what to say -- and what not to say -- to your son or daughter after a tough game.All that, plus a trip to The Hockey Shop Source for Sports to look at a new Warrior wheel bag.

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InGoal Radio: ep 252 with Jiri Patera

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Episode 252 of the InGoal Radio Podcast, presented byThe Hockey Shop Source for Sports, features a fun and informative conversation with Vegas Golden Knights goalie Jiri Patera.In the feature interviews presented by NHL Sense Arena, Patera, who has play time between Vegas and the AHL Henderson Silver Knights this season and last, shares stories and insights on his path from the Czech Republic, the key role his dad played despite not wanting him to be a goalie at first, why his dad still paints his NHL masks, and what it's like to make your NHL debut with one of your goaltending idols, Jonathan Quick, watching from the bench.In our Parents Segment, presented by the Stop It Goaltending U app, we answer a popular question: when should my young goalie get an agent (or family advisor for those wanting to play NCAA), with help from special guest Ray Petkau of Alpha Sports.All that, plus a trip to The Hockey Shop Source for Sports for a look at the ever-evolving and expanding options for neck protection, including some options built into an undershirt.

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InGoal Radio: ep 251 with Corinne Schroeder

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Episode 251 of the InGoal Radio Podcast, presented byThe Hockey Shop Source for Sports, features a fantastic goaltending conversation with Corinne Schroeder of PWHL New York.In the feature interviews presented by NHL Sense Arena Schroeder shares great insights and advice from her experiences so far in the first PWHL season, including how she overcame nerves in her debut to become the first goalie in league history to post a shutout. Schroeder, who counts a psychology degree among three degrees from a NCAA career that included four years at Boston University and one more at Quinnipiac University, also shares a unique tip to keep yourself engaged when the play is in the other end for long periods, plus some great development stories from her time growing up on a huge farm in rural Manitoba, and so much more.In our Parents Segment, presented by the Stop It Goaltending U app, we chat about tryouts and how parents can approach them in a way that will help their kids perform at their best.All that, plus a trip to The Hockey Shop Source for Sports for an overview of the new CCM AXIS XF pads and gloves, which feature significant upgrades to sliding and rebounds, and a walk through on how to use their customizer that launched last week to order your set now!

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InGoal Radio: ep 250 with Cam Talbot and Kasimir Kaskisuo

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Episode 250 of the InGoal Radio Podcast, presented byThe Hockey Shop Source for Sports, features a double hit of returning guests and great goalie knowledge with Cam Talbot of the Los Angeles Kings and Kasimir Kaskisuo of the Laval Rocket.In the feature interviews presented by NHL Sense Arena Talbot shares his insights into the Kings new use of "motion," a slight retreat even on in-zone shots that came to Los Angeles with new goalie coach Mike Buckley but has long been a part of Talbot'e game. And in our second interview, Kaskisuo returns for the first time since Episode 6 -- and record for gaps between appearances that we promise not to repeat with such a popular goalie -- to catch us up on his evolution during two years in Sweden, his return to North America after a half season wait (and how he stayed sharp during that half-season gap), some surprising in-season gear switches between Bauer and True pads this year, and how he uses Sense Arena to stay sharp.In our Parents Segment, presented by the Stop It Goaltending U app, we look at a tip to help parents support their goalies independence off the ice from a young age - making your life a lot easier while preparing them to take the next step in their goaltending careers.All that, plus a trip to The Hockey Shop Source for Sports for some shockingly good sale deals on Bauer gear including 25% off the 960 mask, a rarity when it comes to being on sale!

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InGoal Radio: ep 249 with Scott Wedgewood

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Episode 249 of the InGoal Radio Podcast, presented byThe Hockey Shop Source for Sports, features the informative return of Dallas Stars goalie Scott Wedgewood.In the feature interviews presented by NHL Sense Arena Wedgewood shares invaluable advice on everything from being a good goalie partner (in his case to Jake Oettinger), the importance of looking off the puck, or "head checks," when to do it and what specifically to look for, as well as invaluable hydration tips to help you avoid excessive weight loss and post game fatigue. Much like his first appearance two summers ago, Wedgewood is an open book as he digs into the details that matter to goalies everywhere in an informative and entertaining manner.In our Parents Segment, presented by GDI USA, we discuss a big question faced by hockey families at this time of year: Should my goalie play Spring Hockey?All that, plus a trip to The Hockey Shop Source for Sports for a look at an increasing list of certified cat eye cage options, including some that a few goalie coaches are sending their students in specifically to buy.__________________________In our feature interview Scott Wedgwood mentions nutritionist Angie Asche who he works with and her book Fuel Your Body: How to Cook and Eat for Peak Performance: 77 Simple, Nutritious, Whole-Food Recipes for Every Athletewhich can be found here:Canada: https://amzn.to/3xoJLWwUSA: https://amzn.to/3J0iv3mHe also refers to Dallas EBUG Chris Dudo posting a video of Wedgwoods head checks - count them for yourself!https://www.tiktok.com/@chrisxdudo/video/7342584041071250730

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InGoal Radio: ep 248 with Cayden Primeau and Ukko-Pekka Luukonen

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Episode 248 of the InGoal Radio Podcast, presented byThe Hockey Shop Source for Sports, features two great NHL guests: Cayden Primeau of the Montreal Canadiens and Ukko-Pekka Luukonen of the Buffalo Sabres.In the feature interviews presented by NHL Sense Arena Primeau gives us a glimpse into his first full season with the famed Canadiens, including the great job goalie coach Eric Raymond did balancing a three-goalie rotation for much of the season, some great lessons from Jake Allen as a mentor, and the huge impact Pete Fry has had on his mindset as a goalie over the past year. In our second interview, Luukonen, who ironically was drafted the same year and faced Primeau in the World Junior Championship gold-medal game in 2019, shares insights into his fantastic season and rise to being the Sabres No. 1 goalie with top-10 numbers in the NHL, and how he used a 33-game opportunity to identify the changes he needed to make in his body and style that have led to this success.Our Parents Segment responds to a question we get often as parents want to know, Should I send my goalie to that try out camp a Junior team is holding?All that, plus a trip to The Hockey Shop Source for Sports for a look at the incredibly light True Project X stick, with innovative shapes and flex points designed to help goalies pass the puck as well as they stop it.

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InGoal Radio: ep 247 with Steve Thompson, Director of Goaltending for USA Hockey

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Episode 247 of the InGoal Radio Podcast, presented byThe Hockey Shop Source for Sports, features a great discussion with Steve Thompson, Director of Goaltending for USA Hockey.In that feature interview presented by NHL Sense Arena Thompson talks about the upcoming USA Hockey Goaltending Summit May 30-June 2 in St. Paul Minnesota - which everyone welcome to attend. Visit this link to register - there are only about 50 places left. In addition we cover the US model of goaltending development which is sure to inspire a lot of great discussion amongst parents and coaches.https://www.usahockey.com/page/show/8408881-national-goaltending-symposiumIn our recurring Parents Segment we discuss methods of recording shots on goal for parents - and more importantly our thoughts on why it may not be the best way to go - and what we think you should focus on.All that, plus an in-person trip to The Hockey Shop Source for Sports for a closer look at the TRUE PX4 Hzrdus pads and gloves.

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InGoal Radio: Parent Segment 3: The Net Pegs Keep Coming Off!

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Weve all been there before. The net pegs wont hold. The other team gets angry. The opposing coaches yell and yes, even the fans start pointing finger, once again forgetting these are kids.The referee may try squirting some water on the pegs which makes no difference. After the net is dislodged a few more times, as the frustration in the building increases, the referee warns the goalie - one more time and I have to give you a penalty. Nevermind that it wasnt intentional, the referee succumbs to the pressure and takes it out on your kid.That happened 20 years ago and it happens even more today as goalies using modern post-integration techniques like the RVH are constantly pushing off the posts, controlling slides with them and even trying to use them for leverage to push up and elevate to cover the top of the net on sharp angle plays.Nobody likes to see their kid the centre of so much negative attention. We all see our young goalies are just trying to do their job.So what can you do?This week Woody and Hutch tackle this question from different angles.Woody, who is prone to the occasional bit of frustration, takes a preventative approach - there are peg systems that do a better job. Associations need to invest in them to let their goalies develop, playing the way the game is played.Hutch turns it into a mindset lesson for parents and goalies.While Woodys solution is a good one - it wont help you in the moment.There is nothing your anger and frustration can help. There is nothing you can do to stop fans from complaining, coaches from yelling or players from pointing fingers. And even if the referee is in the wrong on how they deal with your kid - again, there is nothing you can do that will help.So Hutch suggests that we all smile and move on. Its more than ignoring a problem, its turning that problem into an opportunity and knowing that your response will give you an advantage - and thats worth smiling about!He describes it as a goalie superpower for so many situations.If you get angry as a goalie then the others gain an advantage. Your focus moves from the puck and the play to the problem. And that is of no help when its time to make a save.BUT if you smile and see this as your opportunity then you gain the advantage. As the opposition gets upset they lose focus. As they see you smiling they will often respond by becoming more upset. And when you see that happening - youve got the edge. So enjoy it.And as a parent, while it takes a long time for you and your goalie to learn this important skill, you can start to smile because you know as others around you are growing impatient and angry - your goalie is smiling and loving the moment and the opportunity that they have.Its not easy to develop this skill. There will be times the net comes off and far too many seconds later it will go in and be called a good goal. Indeed Hutch mentions in this episode one such occasion where a net was off a full 14 seconds before what was called a good goal. And while its hard to smile and move on there - anger does nothing but hurt. But if you can put the problem behind you its a bit more reinforcement that your mental strength will set you apart from others and help you make the next save.Give it a try next time things feel like they are going sideways.Make smile and move on your goalie superpower.Have a listen and let us know your thoughts below. If you have a question youd like to hear us discuss, hit us up at parents@ingoalmag.com.

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InGoal Radio: ep 246 with Emerance Maschmeyer of PWHL Ottawa and the Canadian National Team plus Vaughn SLR4 Gear

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Episode 246 of the InGoal Radio Podcast, presented byThe Hockey Shop Source for Sports, features a fantastic interview with Emerance Maschmeyer of PWHL Ottawa and the Canadian National Team.In that feature interview presented by NHL Sense Arena, Maschmeyer shares insights into the inaugural PWHL season, including getting into some of the specific changes she's made already working with her new goalie coach Pierre Groulx. The Canadian National Team veteran also gets into her roots in the position, and evolution from playing on the ponds of Alberta with her brothers, building a relationship with Shannon Szabados while following her path by playing at the famous Brick Tournament, to choosing to play with and against boys right up to junior in the AJHL, the decision to attend -- and adjustment to life at -- Harvard, and her experiences and evolution playing for Canada on the international stage.Our Goalie Parent segment shares some advice for helping your goalies deal with pegs that wont stay on and the upset it can cause with pressures from fans and referees.All that, plus an in-person trip to The Hockey Shop Source for Sports for a closer look at the Vaughn SLR4 pads and gloves, a perfect follow up to previous overviews of the pants and chest protector.

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InGoal Radio: ep 245 with Colorado Avalanche goalie Ivan Prosvetov plus Bauer X5 Pro in Custom Colors

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Episode 245 of the InGoal Radio Podcast, presented byThe Hockey Shop Source for Sports, features a fun, insightful interview with Colorado Avalanche goalie Ivan Prosvetov.In that feature interview presented by NHL Sense Arena, Prosvetov shares his experiences growing up a goalie in Russia, why he came to North America to play junior, and his evolution throughout, including the "system" he learned from goalie coach Oleg Romashko, an Ian Clark disciple, and how his game has continued to grow in the AHL and NHL with coaches like Zac Bierk and Corey Schwab with the Arizona Coyotes and now Jussi Parkilla and Peter Budaj in Colorado. It's an energetic and entertaining conversation loaded with lessons and take aways that should benefit goalies of all ages.In the second edition of our new Parent Segment we chat about how minor hockey teams split games between two goaltenders.All that, plus an in-person trip to The Hockey Shop Source for Sports for a closer look at the exclusive new colors they've secured in the extremely popular Bauer X5 Pro line.

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InGoal Radio: ep 244 with Erik Portillo plus CCM’s All-Out Custom Graphics

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Episode 244 of the InGoal Radio Podcast, presented byThe Hockey Shop Source for Sports, features an in-depth interview with Los Angeles Kings prospect Erik Portillo.In that feature interview presented by NHL Sense Arena, Portillo shares his roots in the position growing up in Sweden, including the influence of goalie coaching from an early age and the impact (and a personal interaction) that Henrik Lundqvist had on him as a young goalie in the Frolunda system. Portillo walks us through his decision to come to North America as a teenager, how he ended up at the University of Michigan, and the unique challenges -- and personal benefits -- of balancing the demands of NCAA hockey with the desire to also push himself academically in a tough program, and how it's made his first year as a pro easier in some ways despite making some significant changes to his tactical and technical approach (which he also discusses in detail) since joining the Kings.We also introduce a new segment for parents, answering your questions. This week - what mask to I buy for my son or daughter? (hint: we don't name a specific brand).All that, plus an in-person trip to The Hockey Shop Source for Sports for a closer look at the CCM All Out custom graphics program, and how to plan and order your own personalized set.

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InGoal Radio: ep 243 with Maddie Rooney plus the Vaughn SL4 Pants

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Episode 243 of the InGoal Radio Podcast, presented byThe Hockey Shop Source for Sports, features an informative interview with two-time USA Olympian Maddie Rooney of PWHL Minnesota.In that feature interview presented by NHL Sense Arena, Rooney shares lessons from her early experiences in the all new PWHL, and what separates it from past options for women's hockey players, as well as some of the adjustments that come from a busier schedule with more travel. Rooney also walks you through the keys to her success, and how her game has evolved (and continues to evolve even now) through high school and college, including medals at the 2018 and 2022 Olympics, 2017, 2019 and 2022 World Championships, and a stint helping her alma mater UMD as a remote goalie coach.

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InGoal Radio: ep 242 with Nicole Hensley plus the Vaughn SL4 Chest Protector

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Episode 242 of the InGoal Radio Podcast, presented byThe Hockey Shop Source for Sports, features an informative interview with Nicole Hensley of PWHL Minnesota. In that feature interview presented by NHL Sense Arena, Hensley brings us up to speed on a busy first month for the Professional Women's Hockey League, including some record-setting crowds for her Minnesota team at the XCEL Energy Center and how some of the less obvious changes in the new league are making a huge difference for the athletes. Hensley also shares valuable insights into her preparation and mindset for dealing with crowds that big, as if being a two-time Olympic medal winner with Team USA wasn't enough, the keys to her game and how it's evolved over the years, the importance of play reading (and how to improve yours), what she expects from her upcoming appearance at this weeks NHL All Star Game in Toronto, and memorable encounters with her favourite goalie, Marc-Andre Fleury. It's a can't miss interview loaded with insights sure to help goalies of all ages. All that, plus an in-person trip to The Hockey Shop Source for Sports for a look at the all new Vaughn SL4 Chest Protector, and some teases on the rest off the upcoming line.

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InGoal Radio: ep 241 with Trey Augustine plus Brians’s Eclipse gloves

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Episode 241 of the InGoal Radio Podcast, presented byThe Hockey Shop Source for Sports, features a deep dive with Team USA's World Junior Championship gold-medal winner Trey Augustine.In that feature interview presented by NHL Sense Arena, Augustine, who was already back at Michigan State University to continue his fantastic freshman campaign as the youngest goalie in college hockey, talks about managing pressure under the bright lights of the World Juniors in Sweden. Picked by his home state Detroit Red Wings in the second round (No. 41) of the NHL Draft last season after winning bronze at the WJC as a 17-year-old, Augustine shares insights into his early influences, and the work that has gone into his early success, including how much -- and specifically how -- he watches hockey to get better at reading plays, and what he's learned by playing at practicing against older players over the years, and training in the offseason with NHL goalies like Alex Nedeljkovic and Scott Wedgewood. Nicknamed "Gramps" and "Buckets" at USNTDP, Augustine also gets into his competitive roots playing other spots, including pickle ball and basketball.All that, plus a trip to The Hockey Shop Source for Sports for a look at the all new Brian's Eclipse gloves, which includes their first "580-style" glove break and new options for the blocker.

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InGoal Radio: ep 240 with Brian Daccord plus Brians’s Optik 3 pants

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Episode 240 of the InGoal Radio Podcast, presented byThe Hockey Shop Source for Sports, features a great conversation with Brian Daccord coming off the Winter Classic his son, Joey, starred in.In that feature interview presented by NHL Sense Arena, Daccord takes us back through a magical day surrounded by family and friends watching Joey pitch the first shutout in Winter Classic history for the Seattle Kraken, and offers advice on watching big games that will resonate with every goalie parent. Daccord also took the time after the big game to reflect on his son's path to the NHL, where he is now getting his first chance to carry a starter's workload and thriving in the role, and all the ups and downs that come with choosing a different route at various points along the path, including second guessing some of those decisions made and lessons that will also hit home for a lot of goalie parents, goalies from youth league through minor pro, and hopefully some coaches too.All that, plus an in-person trip to The Hockey Shop Source for Sports for a look at the Brian's Optik 3 pants, a perfect follow up to our last segment on their Optik 3 chest protector.

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InGoal Radio: ep 239 with Hunter Sheppard plus Brians’s Optik 3 chest protector

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Episode 239 of the InGoal Radio Podcast, presented byThe Hockey Shop Source for Sports, features a great conversation with Hunter Sheppard of the Washington Capitals and Hershey Bears.In that feature interviews presented by NHL Sense Arena, Sheppard shares an at-times winding path that has required an element of "prove it" at every level despite winning championships at each stop, including the Calder Cup and playoff MVP with Hershey in the American Hockey League last season. Sheppard shares insights into a somewhat unique style modelled in part after Henrik Lundqvist, and how it allows him to better access the hands that almost led him to play baseball in college instead of hockey, as well as managing the push back it received from various coaches along the way.It's a can't miss interview loaded with great lessons and take aways that should resonate with goalies, goalie coaches, and goalie parents at every level of the game.All that, plus an in-person trip to The Hockey Shop Source for Sports for a look at the Brianss Optik 3 chest protector, which offers NHL-level protection with the rich finish we've come to expect from Brian's.

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InGoal Radio: ep 238 with Matt Tompkins plus the Warrior Ritual F2 mask

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Episode 238 of the InGoal Radio Podcast, presented byThe Hockey Shop Source for Sports, features a great conversation with Matt Tomkins, who made his NHL debut and recorded his first NHL win with the Tampa Bay Lightning earlier this season, more than 11 years after being drafted into the NHL.In that feature interviews presented by NHL Sense Arena, Tomkins walks us through a memorable start to the season, including getting to soak in a chance to play in Montreal before picking up his first NHL win in the Mecca of goaltending. We then rewind things to go through a sometimes winding and unique path to that first NHL opportunity, from being drafted by the Blackhawks, choosing college hockey over the CHL and why that became so important for him, to deciding to go overseas to Sweden for two years, the decision to come back, and an important summer in Kelowna with "friends of the program" Lyle Mast and James Wendland that helped prepare him for the season's opportunity with the Lightning.All that, plus an in-person trip to The Hockey Shop Source for Sports for a look at the Warrior Ritual F2 mask -- and some incredible savings on the F1 mask that preceded it.

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InGoal Radio: ep 237 with Casey Desmith plus Brians ICONIK pads and gloves

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Episode 237 of the InGoal Radio Podcast, presented byThe Hockey Shop Source for Sports, features a multi-part sit down with Vancouver Canucks goalie Casey Desmith.In that feature interviews presented by NHL Sense Arena, DeSmith shares some great insights into his learning curve since coming to the Canucks after training camp had already started and some of the adjustments under new goalie coach Ian Clark, as well as the importance of finding a balance between trying new things and sticking to your personal foundations with a new team. DeSmith talks about what made his very short time with the Montreal Canadiens so special, including a secret note from Carey Price and a shared love with his dad for Ken Dryden, as well as his time in Pittsburgh and the secrets to playing well even when you don't play a lot.All that, plus an in-person trip to The Hockey Shop Source for Sports for a look at the new Brian's ICONIK pads and gloves, and the creation of a new word from Cam: "Hybrid-y"

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