YHH Hockey Podcasts

Edmonton Oil Kings' General Manager Kirt Hill joins Tony to talk: -Growing up playing vs. Jonathan Toews-Playing against the Minnesota 88's-Playing Youth, WHL, USHL and Canadian University-Memorial Cup-His professional track in hockey-WHL Draft, John Novak-The perfect formula for a WHL team-Top 5 he played with in the WHL Great guest with some fresh insights on Major Junior hockey.

Three time Olympian, two time NCAA champ Natalie Darwitz joins Tony to talk: -Playing with boys (Zach Parise)-Olympic Residency -Krissy Wendell-Meeting Gretzky-Coaching career-Building a D3 power-MN girls hockey talk Great podcast with a lot of fun stories and info about her game and those around her in the early days of girls/womens hockey.

Bemidji State head coach Tom Serratore joins Tony to discuss: -Growing up in Coleraine-Starting out in coaching-Bob Peters-Great Beaver teams/players-His influence as a coach-His dream golf foursome

Matt Cullen joins Tony for a fun talk about: -His move from Virginia to Moorhead-The glorious Centennial rink-State tournament glory and defeats-1,500 games pro-Playing in Italy-Winning Cups-Dennis Bushy-Cully's Kids

Delano BHS coach joins Tony to discuss the growth of the game in Delano - some of the hard times and good times. He pays tribute to his mom and Steve Brown and many others throughout the show.

Tony and Danny sit down with EP HS coach Lee Smith. Lee talks about growing up in the game and his rise in the coaching ranks. They talk: -Growing the program-Tough losses -Big Wins-Recruiting-Daily Routine-Dealing with Parents-Legend Coaches We also have a make Mt. Rushmore Draft to round out the show.

Tony sits down with former pro Ian Moran who now is an NHL draft scout for Neutral Zone Hockey. Ian had great information on local draft eligibles, his experience with Minnesota born players in World Juniors and pro. Great guy, whose wicked smart and a great story teller.

Tony sits down with Dan Brooks, the son of legend Herb Brooks to hear about his lens on life both as son of Herb, his hockey and coaching career and more on the Herb Brooks Foundation and the HB award.

Cloquet-Esko-Carlton GHS coach Courtney Olin joins Tony to talk: -Her career (playing/coaching)-Her Dad (Dave Esse)-Growing the game-Taylor Nelson

Former Jefferson and Gopher star recounts his playing days. -Great Players he played with and against.-Today's game as a player and parent.-Hockey superstitions-Great Minnesota defenseman

Long time Edina PeeWee AA coach joins the Pizza Pod. We go over his favorite players he's coached for and against, his biggest wins and toughest losses. We hear about his dad Larry and his playing days and involvement in USA Hockey. Many great memories...

Moorhead Youth Hockey Godfather joins Tony to talk: -His service in Vietnam-Benson hockey-Moorhead hockey history-Unsung coaches-Great Spud players-Covid 19's effect on hockey

Chicago Steel General Manager Ryan Hardy joins the Pizza Pod to discuss his rise through the front office ranks, dealing with a record-breaking Steel season being cut short, and what individual skills translate from level to level.

St. Cloud Cathedral Head Coach Derrick Brown joins the Pizza Pod to discuss position fluidity in hockey and how defenders have evolved from big, bruising tough guys to puck-moving facilitators.

Tony sits down with Stanley Cup champion Shjon Podein and talks about his life in hockey - youth, high school, college, pro - his role today as father, coach and role model.

Tony and Brad talk Youth and HS memories from 2019-20, their favorite players, teams and players.

Tony and Matt talk Books, Rinks and How hockey shapes the community.

Todd and Peter recap the state championship games, roll through a couple of mitt-bumps, discuss Ms. Hocket and Senior Goalie Award, and say goodbye to the 2019-2020 season.

Roseau Head Coach Steve Huglen joins Todd and Peter to chat about his team's upcoming appearance in the Class 2A State Tournament.

Farmington Head Coach Jon Holmes joins Todd and Peter to chat about his team's upcoming appearance in the Class 2A State Tournament.

Breck Head Coach Steve Persian joins Todd and Peter to chat about his team's upcoming appearance in the Class 1A State Tournament.

Warroad Head Coach Izzy Marvin joins Todd and Peter to chat about his team's upcoming appearance in the Class 1A State Tournament.

Willmar Head Coach Eric Setrum joins Todd and Peter to chat about his team's upcoming appearance in the Class 1A State Tournament.

Rochester Lourdes Head Coach Jeff True joins Todd and Peter to chat about his team's upcoming appearance in the Class 1A State Tournament.