With NHL training camp approaching, Joe O'Donnell talks with Wild center Nico Sturm. They discuss Sturm's decision to sign with the organization this summer, his experience as part of 2 Stanley Cup winning teams, playing with some of the greatest players in the world, his German heritage, and more.
Joe O'Donnell talks with Scott Burt, the first-ever head coach of the ECHL's Greensboro Gargoyles. They talk about starting up the league's newest franchise, Burt's recent cancer diagnosis and road to recovery as well as his minor league playing career.
Joe O'Donnell talks with Aaron Bogosian, Minnesota Wild Human Performance Specialist. They discuss his role within the Wild's hockey operations department, the importance of building relationships with players and prospects, Bogosian's minor league playing days, his younger brother, Zach, and more.
Joe O'Donnell chats with Jack Michaels, a TV and radio broadcaster for the Edmonton Oilers. They talk about the Stanley Cup Final, the superstar duo of Connor McDavid and Leon Draisaitl, the vibe in Edmonton during the playoffs and more.
Joe O'Donnell chats with Richard Park, a former NHL forward who spent time with the Minnesota Wild. They discuss his current career as a pro scout, his time in the NHL as a player, his youth hockey experiences and more.
Joe O'Donnell talks about the Wild's first round playoff series against the Vegas Golden Knights with Jesse Granger from The Athletic. They also discuss Granger's focus on NHL goaltenders, his start in journalism, and more.
Joe O'Donnell talks with Matt Harder, the Strength and Conditioning Coach for the Minnesota Wild. They talk about the ever-changing strength / sports science industry, the technology used to help get players to their peak performance, player workouts and routines, his career path to the NHL and more.
Joe O'Donnell talks with Ryan "Bugsy" Malone about the "4 Nations Face-Off", the 2010 Olympics, his NHL playing career, his current initiatives with the Malone Family Foundation and more!
Joe O'Donnell chats with Darren Pang, a long-time TV analyst for the NHL, who currently works for TNT and the Chicago Blackhawks. Pang gives his insights into the legacy of Wild goaltender Marc-Andre Fleury, the Wild's season thus far, Connor Bedard's development his early broadcasting days and much more.
Joe O'Donnell talks with former NHL'er Matthew Barnaby about the state of today's NHL, the legendary teammates he played with, dropping the gloves on a regular basis and much more!
Joe O'Donnell catches up with Minnesota Wild Assistant GM, Chris Kelleher. They discuss the David Jirichek trade, the Wild's great start to the season, the importance of player development in the AHL and Kelleher's path from a player into scouting / management.
Joe O'Donnell chats with Manitoba native and former Minnesota Wild draft pick, Justin Falk, who is currently a pro scout for the Buffalo Sabres. They talk about his transition to pro scouting, his time in the NHL and with the Wild, playing with Jared Spurgeon and more.
Joe O'Donnell sits down with Mat Sells, one of the newly appointed Minnesota Wild Assistant GM's. They talk about the Wild's off-season additions through the draft and free agency, as well as the growing role analytics have in the NHL. They also talk about Sells' time with Hockey Canada.
Joe O'Donnell chats with Cody McLeod about his role in the Wild's player development department, his playing career from the WHL to the NHL, and his transition from playing into hockey operations.
Joe O'Donnell chats with Jonny Lazarus, a former college hockey player turned NHL content creator & on-air host / analyst. They discuss the latest in the Stanley Cup Playoffs as well as as the current state of hockey at the NCAA level. They also talk about "Morning Cuppa Hockey" a show that Lazarus co-hosts on Daily Faceoff as well as Lazarus' start into the media world.
Joe O'Donnell catches up with Iowa Wild Goalie Coach, Richard Bachman to talk about the Iowa Wild's season, goaltending prospect Jesper Wallstedt, Bachman's playing career and more.
Joe O'Donnell chats with Ray Shero about his duties with the Minnesota Wild and his experiences as an NHL GM, including previous trade deadlines. Shero also talks about John Hynes' strengths as a coach, the Wild's recent improved play and winning the Stanley Cup back in 2009.
Joe O'Donnell chats with Minnesota PWHL Head Coach Ken Klee, a former NHL defenseman. Recently hired by the new franchise, Klee talks about his coaching philosophies, some players to watch on the Minnesota roster and the excitement surrounding the new women's league. They also discuss his initial introduction and involvement in women's hockey, his long playing career and his time as an assistant coach in the AHL.
Joe O'Donnell catches up with Kevin Gorg, who has covered the Minnesota Wild as a television rink side reporter since 2006. They discuss the Wild's improved play under new head coach John Hynes as well as the final days around the team just prior to the coaching change. They also dive into Gorg's job as a TV reporter, his role at Canterbury Park as a track analyst, his playing days as a goaltender and more.
Joe O'Donnell is joined by Wes Walz to talk all things Minnesota Wild as the 2023-24 season has arrived. Topics include: Kirill Kaprizov's leadership, the next step for Marco Rossi, Brock Faber's hockey IQ, and more. Walz also shares some stories from his playing days with the Wild and his broadcasting work at Bally Sports North.