Catching Up With Boro: We're Joined By Former Ottawa Senators Defenceman Mark Borowiecki
Description
In this episode of the SENS Nation podcast, former Ottawa Senator Mark Borowiecki discusses his transition to development coaching with the Nashville Predators, reflecting on his experiences in the NHL, the evolution of fighting in hockey, and the challenges faced by young athletes today. He shares insights on the Ottawa Senators' recent seasons, the leadership of Brady Tkachuk, and the coaching styles of Guy Boucher and DJ Smith. Mark also opens up about his health post-career and answers fun questions about the game.
00:00 Introduction and Personal Updates
02:49 Development Coaching Insights
05:52 The Evolution of Fighting in Hockey
09:04 Challenges Facing Young Athletes Today
12:09 Reflections on the Nashville Predators' Season
14:59 Ottawa Senators' Playoff Journey
17:58 Brady Tkachuk's Leadership and Impact
20:53 Memories of the 2017 Playoff Run
22:34 The Struggles of Recovery
23:35 Health and Well-Being Post-Career
25:40 Reflections on Coaching Styles
30:26 Transitioning from Boucher to Smith
33:41 Navigating Controversial Situations
36:17 Greatest Goal Scorers and Toughest Opponents
39:14 The Copycat Nature of the NHL
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