In this episode AJ sits down with special guest co-host and 2024 NHL

All-Star Frank Vatrano. The guys talk about their similar upbringings in

an Italian household, the bumps in the road on his way to the NHL,

becoming a veteran leader on the Anaheim Ducks, and what his future may

hold. You don't want to miss this one!

Connect with Frank Vatrano:

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Visit Frank's family restaurant: Antonio's Grinders in Springfield,

Mass!

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Connect with AJ Galante:

https://www.instagram.com/official_ajgalante/?hl=en

Connect with 'Diamond Hands' Daniel Amesbury:

https://www.instagram.com/ames2bury/?hl=en

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Chapters:

00:00:00 - Family Sacrifices and Success

00:03:40 - Growing up with older brothers

00:07:05 - Shooting Techniques and Skill Development

00:10:34 - College Admissions and Cheating Scandal

00:14:22 - Importance of a Support System in Sports

00:17:49 - The Emotional Journey of Being a Parent

00:21:25 - Carb-loading before a game

00:24:55 - Embracing a Defensive Role

00:28:21 - Being Mic'd Up in Hockey Games

00:31:48 - Madison Square Garden Experience and Scoring Goals

00:35:19 - Developing Young Players

00:38:46 - Mason MacTavish and the Chemistry

00:42:20 - The All-Star Game and Playing in Toronto

00:45:57 - Dallas as the Team to Beat

00:49:46 - Pressure to Win and Creating Dynasties

00:53:14 - Favorite Tattoos and Teammates

00:56:54 - Split Opinions on Grinders vs. Heroes

Produced by Creative Evolution Studios:

https://www.creativeevolutionstudios.com

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