Hockey Heroes: A Podcast for Kids

In this episode of Hockey Heroes for Kids, we dive into the story of Connor Bedard—one of the NHL’s youngest and brightest stars. From dominating junior hockey with the Regina Pats to overcoming a broken jaw in his rookie season, Bedard has shown heart, hustle, and highlight-reel skill. Now in his third season, he’s tearing it up and proving why he’s already considered one of the league’s most exciting players. Tune in to hear how Bedard became a superstar and what makes him a true Hockey Hero for Kids!

In the Season 2 premiere of Hockey Heroes for Kids, we dive into the story of Macklin Celebrini, the 2024 first overall draft pick who’s already making waves in the NHL! From growing up in Vancouver to recovering from a tough injury in college, to currently leading the league in points alongside Connor McDavid (as of the date of this recording), Macklin’s journey is one of resilience, focus, and all-out passion for the game. Hear how he stayed humble, trained hard, and became a leader at just 19 years old.

In this episode, we explore the fiery and fearless career of Brad Marchand, who currently plays for the Florida Panthers. From his early days in Nova Scotia to winning the Stanley Cup and becoming one of the NHL’s most unforgettable stars. Known for mixing skill with spark, Marchand proves that being tough, talented, and a little bit bold can take you all the way.

In this episode of Hockey Heroes for Kids, Louis and Remy dive into the incredible story of Alexander Ovechkin, the electrifying Russian forward who became the NHL’s all-time leading goal scorer. From his energetic childhood in Moscow to lifting the Stanley Cup with the Washington Capitals, Ovi’s journey is one of pure passion, power, and perseverance. Kids will learn how he battled through early career delays, playoff heartbreaks, and decades of doubters to break Wayne Gretzky’s legendary record. With fun facts, trivia, and a few laughs along the way, this episode shows how Ovechkin turned a love of scoring goals into hockey history.

Jack Eichel’s journey to hockey greatness wasn’t easy—but it’s one of determination, big dreams, and even bigger comebacks. In this episode, Louis and Remy dive into how Jack rose from a hockey-loving kid in Massachusetts to a Stanley Cup-winning star with the Vegas Golden Knights. From college MVP to injury struggles and a bold surgery choice, Eichel proves that with heart and hustle, you can achieve anything.

In this episode of Hockey Heroes for Kids, we dive into the story of one of the NHL’s most creative and exciting players—Mitch Marner of the Toronto Maple Leafs! Our host Louis and his 7-year-old co-host, Remy, explore Mitch’s journey from a hockey-loving kid in Markham, Ontario, to a top NHL draft pick and one of the league’s best playmakers. Discover how Mitch used his smarts, speed, and incredible passing to outplay bigger opponents, what made his junior career with the London Knights so amazing, and how he became a fan-favourite in Toronto. Plus, we reveal the answer to last episode’s trivia question—and share a new one for next time! Perfect for young hockey fans and families who love the game!

In the very first episode of Hockey Heroes for Kids, we’re talking about one of the fastest and most exciting players in the NHL—Connor McDavid!