Live from Stockholm, it's Straight From the Source in Sweden

Kenny Albert, the TNT, Fox, Rangers and Knicks play by play guy, joins SFTS to talk about his new book, A Mic For All Seasons, his career, a life in broadcasting, the Rangers and a look ahead to the Winter Classic in Seattle where the Kraken will host the Vegas Golden Knights.Plus Russo discusses John Hynes impact on the Minnesota Wild, with the team enjoying a 10-3 record since Hynes took over for Dean Evason, with the Wild's Christmas break officially over on Thursday night when they host the Detroit Red Wings.  Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Wild broadcaster and former center Wes Walz talks about the differences he's seeing between the Minnesota Wild of last week and now, the penalty kill changes, why Mats Zuccarello keeps getting better, the evolution of Marco Rossi and the impact old pal Rick Tocchet has had on the Canucks and Brock Boeser.Plus Russo provides an update on Wild prospect Jesper Wallstedt, Calder trophy love for rookies Brock Faber and Rossi and an update on prospect Charlie Stramel was not invited to Team USA camp for the World Juniors. . Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

On the latest Straight From the Source, Mike Russo and Joe Smith take a look back at a tumultuous week for the underachieving Wild, Russo's exit interview with Dean Evason, the John Hynes era, the prospect pipeline which has become a strength for the Wild and if this team can rebound to get back into a playoff spot in the West.Plus, Russo and Smith answer your questions on the team, including Bill Guerin's job security, if Gustavsson and Fleury can find their game, the ceiling for Marco Rossi, Brock Faber and Matt Boldy and if Joel Eriksson Ek will ever win a Selke Trophy? Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

More than 300 Wild fans shows up to O'Leary's Tolv in Stockholm for this special SFTS with Russo and Joe Smith. Lots of questions from fans, plus guests Chris Johnston, our NHL insider from TSN and the Athletic, and Anthony LaPanta, the voice of the Minnesota Wild on television, as the Wild get set to participate in the NHL Global Series. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

On this edition of Straight From the Source, Russo announces a fan meetup and live podcast in Stockholm, and Wild director of team operations and alumni relations Andrew Heydt returns to talk about planning Sweden, other travel adventures, his relationship with the band OAR and potentially another 'Crazy Game of Hockey' next summer, why he has an ATM machine in his office and his secret wrestling career.LinkedIn Jobs helps you find the qualified candidates you want to talk to, faster. Post your job for free at LinkedIn Dot Com slash SOURCE. That’s LinkedIn Dot Com slash SOURCE to post your job for free. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Derek Stepan, who just retired after 1,000-plus regular season and playoff games, joins Russo on SFTS to talk about his career, which included long playoff runs, a trip to the Stanley Cup Final, a hat trick in his first NHL game and world junior stardom. We discuss Carolina's Cup aspirations and ageless Brent Burns, the future of the Arizona Coyotes and his new role with the Minnesota Wild.Plus Russo discusses the Wild's announcement that Kirill Kaprizov will be given an 'A' this season and he takes your questions on the eve of the NHL season for the Minnesota Wild. LinkedIn Jobs helps you find the qualified candidates you want to talk to, faster. Post your job for free at LinkedIn Dot Com slash SOURCE. That’s LinkedIn Dot Com slash SOURCE to post your job for free. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Three-time Stanley Cup champion and new Wild winger Pat Maroon is Russo's guest on this week's Straight from the Source, and colleague Joe Smith joins Russo to dissect every facet of the Wild's training camp thus far. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Matt Boldy, fresh off his Canadian tour exemption and attendance as one of the stars at the NHL media tour, joins Russo on SFTS to talk about his rise to stardom, repeating his 30-goal season, what he learned in the playoffs and expectations for the Wild this upcoming season. Plus, Russo analyzes Bill Daly's press conference from NHL media week in Vegas from Tuesday, and he provides updates on Brock Faber, Marco Rossi, Calen Addison and if the Wild will have enough space to carry an extra forward this season.LinkedIn Jobs helps you find the qualified candidates you want to talk to, faster. Post your job for free at LinkedIn.Com/SOURCE. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Joe Smith and Michael Russo co-host a special summer edition of Straight From the Source, where they review the quiet offseason and preview the upcoming season with training camp opening a month from today. The guys discuss the signing of Filip Gustavsson, the trade for Patrick Maroon, the extension for Brandon Duhaime and a contract update on Calen Addison, Plus the guys discuss the Wild's lack of wiggle room with the salary cap and how the rest of the roster shapes up, leading up to training camp. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Minnesota Wild General Manager Bill Guerin joins the final episode of the season of Straight From the Source to talk about the NHL Draft, selecting Charlie Stramel and trading for Pat Maroon. Plus Billy takes us through the arbitration process with Filip Gustavsson, discusses next season, the timeline of top prospects, the upcoming #CrazyGameofHockey and offers advice to youngsters as to how to get into hockey. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.