The Block Party
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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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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.
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.
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.
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 information.
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.
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.
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 preparations, reflections on past outdoor games and the evolution of NHL outdoor events.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
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.
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.
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 representing Team Canada and the dynamics of working with current players now that he's in management.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
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.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
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 for privacy information.
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.
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 information.
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.
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.
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 guitar and more.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
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 privacy information.
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.
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 privacy information.
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