Wingmen with Matthew & Brady Tkachuk

In this episode of Wingmen, Matthew and Brady look back on an emotional return to Ottawa, including the roar of the crowd, the boos, and what it felt like to score against a former home team. They recap a demanding road trip, the team’s recovery routines, and the unexpected Chicago police-car ride that left their teammates stunned. Plus, they celebrate a 200-assist milestone, get excited for Hall of Fame weekend, and react to a memorable UConn hockey celly. Chapters: 00:00 Intro 08:35 Emotional Ottawa Return and Sandy Norris Trophy Potential 16:45 Team Travel Amenities and Chicago Squad Car Story 24:50 Keith Tkachuk Hall of Fame Family Bet Predictions 33:10 NCAA Fighting Rules Debate and Tyler Thorpe Center Ice Tilt 41:15 Florida Youth Hockey Jersey Blind Rankings 48:30 Bridesmaid and Outro Merch is on https://wingmenshop.com What to do now: 1. Smash that LIKE button 2. Hit SUBSCRIBE so you never miss a Wingmen moment 3. Drop a comment with who YOU want to see on Wingmen next! Subscribe for more: @Wingmenpod • • • • Welcome to Wingmen, hosted by NHL brothers Matthew & Brady Tkachuk. Your all-access pass into the world of hockey, brotherhood, and behind-the-scenes stories you won’t hear anywhere else. New Episodes every Wednesday. 2 Brothers, 1 mic, Zero Filter Follow along on all platforms: Listen to the pod on your morning commute or wherever it finds you: APPLE: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast... SPOTIFY: https://open.spotify.com/show/0phWiah... Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

In this episode of Wingman, Matthew and Brady Tkachuk dive into a ranking of college hockey jerseys before welcoming 11-time NHL All-Star and three-time Stanley Cup champion Chris Chelios to the show. Chelios reflects on his iconic career, shares stories from his time playing for Wisconsin, Montreal, Chicago, and Detroit, and recalls his favorite moments representing Team USA. The episode wraps up with the hosts sharing their weekly "bridesmaid" and "wingman" moments on and off the ice. Chapters: 00:00 Intro 05:48 Chris Chelios Joins the Show & Career Highlights 14:15 Favorite Teammates & Top Defensemen 22:36 Wisconsin Days & First Stanley Cup Run 30:52 Olympics, Four Nations & Chelios' USA Hockey Legacy 38:35 World Juniors Coaching Memories 42:21 Bridesmaid and Wingman of the Week Merch is on https://wingmenshop.com What to do now: 1. Smash that LIKE button 2. Hit SUBSCRIBE so you never miss a Wingmen moment 3. Drop a comment with who YOU want to see on Wingmen next! Subscribe for more: @Wingmenpod • • • • Welcome to Wingmen, hosted by NHL brothers Matthew & Brady Tkachuk. Your all-access pass into the world of hockey, brotherhood, and behind-the-scenes stories you won’t hear anywhere else. New Episodes every Wednesday. 2 Brothers, 1 mic, Zero Filter Follow along on all platforms: Listen to the pod on your morning commute or wherever it finds you: APPLE: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast... SPOTIFY: https://open.spotify.com/show/0phWiah... Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

In this episode of Wingmen, hosts Matthew and Brady Tkachuk break down a historic week on the ice, including their combined Wingman of the Week honors for Sam Bennett and Brady’s upcoming return to Ottawa. The brothers are joined by USA Sled Hockey legend Declan Farmer to chat about his record-breaking career, Team USA's recent gold medal victory, and the physical demands of sled hockey. To wrap up the show, the hosts share their weekly "Bridesmaid" grievances before taking a hilarious look back at past summer off-seasons. Chapters: 00:00 Intro 08:48 Playing on the Same Line Under Paul Maurice 16:24 Reflecting on Playing Hockey in Canada 24:00 Declan Farmer's Historic Career Stats 32:00 Tkachuk Triple Threat: Best Road Trip Stories 40:00 Declan's Sled Hockey Beginnings & Rapid Rise 48:00 Declan's Advice to Young Sled Hockey Players 56:00 Looking Back at Off-Season Fitness & Memories Merch is on https://wingmenshop.com What to do now: 1. Smash that LIKE button 2. Hit SUBSCRIBE so you never miss a Wingmen moment 3. Drop a comment with who YOU want to see on Wingmen next! Subscribe for more: @Wingmenpod • • • • Welcome to Wingmen, hosted by NHL brothers Matthew & Brady Tkachuk. Your all-access pass into the world of hockey, brotherhood, and behind-the-scenes stories you won’t hear anywhere else. New Episodes every Wednesday. 2 Brothers, 1 mic, Zero Filter Follow along on all platforms: Listen to the pod on your morning commute or wherever it finds you: APPLE: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast... SPOTIFY: https://open.spotify.com/show/0phWiah... Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

In this episode of Wingmen, Matthew and Brady Tkatchuk blind rank Florida club hockey and Florida Panthers jerseys during Florida Fundamentals. They also break down recent AHL fight footage in the Scrap Science segment before being joined by 16-year NHL veteran Keith Yandle. Yandle shares stories from his career, including his favorite teammates, playing with Shane Doan, his Iron Man streak, and his time with the Florida Panthers. Chapters: 00:00 Florida Fundamentals: Blind Ranking Florida Jerseys 05:40 Scrap Science: Analyzing NHL Fights 08:22 Keith Yandle Interview 14:24 Top 3 Teammates, Cities & Underrated Players 26:22 Keith Yandle on His Career, Iron Man Streak & Pranks 53:22 Bridesmaid and Wingman of the Week Merch is on https://wingmenshop.com What to do now: 1. Smash that LIKE button 2. Hit SUBSCRIBE so you never miss a Wingmen moment 3. Drop a comment with who YOU want to see on Wingmen next! Subscribe for more: @Wingmenpod • • • • Welcome to Wingmen, hosted by NHL brothers Matthew & Brady Tkachuk. Your all-access pass into the world of hockey, brotherhood, and behind-the-scenes stories you won’t hear anywhere else. New Episodes every Wednesday. 2 Brothers, 1 mic, Zero Filter Follow along on all platforms: Listen to the pod on your morning commute or wherever it finds you: APPLE: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast... SPOTIFY: https://open.spotify.com/show/0phWiah... Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Matthew and Brady Tkachuk break down the start of their NHL season, covering their game preparation routines, on-ice moments, and life on the road. Special guest and 12-year NHL veteran Kevin Hayes joins to reflect on his career, share stories about playing with Johnny Gaudreau, and describe his experiences with head coach John Tortorella. Finally, the hosts choose their "Wingman of the Week" and draft their favorite aspects of South Florida. Chapters: 00:00 Intro 01:18 Opening Night Recaps 08:16 Road Trip Highlights: Sharks & Ducks Games 14:31 Alex Ovechkin's Farewell Tour 19:10 Florida Fundamentals 25:41 Kevin Hayes Interview 36:45 Kevin Hayes on Boston College & Johnny Gaudreau 44:53 Kevin Hayes' Stories on Coach John Tortorella 49:52 Kevin Hayes on Playing in Russia & Retirement 53:44 Kevin Hayes on Evgeni Malkin & Rick Nash's Inner Circle 01:02:30 Kevin Hayes' Ultimate Wingman of the Week 01:08:50 Bridesmaid of the Week 01:17:00 Outro Merch is on https://wingmenshop.com What to do now: 1. Smash that LIKE button 2. Hit SUBSCRIBE so you never miss a Wingmen moment 3. Drop a comment with who YOU want to see on Wingmen next! Subscribe for more: @Wingmenpod • • • • Welcome to Wingmen, hosted by NHL brothers Matthew & Brady Tkachuk. Your all-access pass into the world of hockey, brotherhood, and behind-the-scenes stories you won’t hear anywhere else. New Episodes every Wednesday. 2 Brothers, 1 mic, Zero Filter Follow along on all platforms: Listen to the pod on your morning commute or wherever it finds you: APPLE: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast... SPOTIFY: https://open.spotify.com/show/0phWiah... Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Matthew and Brady Tkachuk break down the upcoming NHL season, discussing their pre-game mindsets, opening night schedules, and plane travel dynamics. Former NHL linesman Derek Amell joins the show to share insights on officiating game seven of the Stanley Cup Final, the rowdiest arenas, and the story behind his career-ending finger injury. Brady tests Matthews knowledge in "Florida Fundamentals," dive into the Hard Rock Bet Survivor Pool, and reveal their weekly "Wingman of the Week" picks. Chapters: 00:00 Intro 05:35 Game Day Schedules & Travel Differences 11:43 Plane Card Games & Rule Changes 16:34 Florida Fundamentals & Hard Rock Bet Survivor Pool 22:37 Interview with Former NHL Linesman Derek Amell 23:40 Tkachuk Triple Threat: Iconic Officiating Moments 29:48 Best Arenas, Personalities, & Biggest Pressure Moments 36:03 Player Questions & Officiating Huddles 46:16 Derek Amell’s Career-Ending Injury 48:39 Derek Amell’s Wingman of the Week 52:33 Bridesmaid & Wingman of the Week Picks Merch is on https://wingmenshop.com What to do now: 1. Smash that LIKE button 2. Hit SUBSCRIBE so you never miss a Wingmen moment 3. Drop a comment with who YOU want to see on Wingmen next! Subscribe for more: @Wingmenpod • • • • Welcome to Wingmen, hosted by NHL brothers Matthew & Brady Tkachuk. Your all-access pass into the world of hockey, brotherhood, and behind-the-scenes stories you won’t hear anywhere else. New Episodes every Wednesday. 2 Brothers, 1 mic, Zero Filter Follow along on all platforms: Listen to the pod on your morning commute or wherever it finds you: APPLE: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast... SPOTIFY: https://open.spotify.com/show/0phWiah... Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Matthew and Brady Kachuk open Season 2 by breaking down training camp, preseason hockey, and what it takes to earn a spot on a new team. Then, Brady faces Florida Fundamentals before the brothers welcome Charles Barkley for a wide-ranging conversation about hockey, basketball, the Dream Team, golf, rest management, and the people who shaped his career. The episode closes with a fan voicemail, Bridesmaid of the Week, and Wingman of the Week. Chapters: 00:00 Intro 01:24 League Lowdown: Training Camp 10:00 Training Camp Recovery and Team Pranks 21:59 Preseason Games and Rookie-Camp Mindset 30:00 Preseason Mindset and Earning Your Spot 43:14 Florida Fundamentals 52:07 Sponsor Break 56:08 Charles Barkley Joins Wingmen 1:01:21 Chuck Triple Threat: Top 3 Hockey Moments 1:11:58 Chuck's Favorite Teammates and NBA Cities 1:21:10 Rest Management and Playing for the Fans 1:30:06 Golf, Lake Tahoe, and the American Century Championship 1:38:09 Why Charles Barkley Loves Hockey 1:48:18 Fan Voicemail: Accidental Panthers Fans 1:50:50 Bridesmaid of the Week 1:58:51 Outro Merch is on https://wingmenshop.com What to do now: 1. Smash that LIKE button 2. Hit SUBSCRIBE so you never miss a Wingmen moment 3. Drop a comment with who YOU want to see on Wingmen next! Subscribe for more: @Wingmenpod • • • • Welcome to Wingmen, hosted by NHL brothers Matthew & Brady Tkachuk. Your all-access pass into the world of hockey, brotherhood, and behind-the-scenes stories you won’t hear anywhere else. New Episodes every Wednesday. 2 Brothers, 1 mic, Zero Filter Follow along on all platforms: Listen to the pod on your morning commute or wherever it finds you: APPLE: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast... SPOTIFY: https://open.spotify.com/show/0phWiah... Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

In this season finale episode of Wingmen, Matthew and Brady Tkachuk are joined by five-time sports Emmy award winner and legendary ESPN college football analyst Kirk Herbstreit. Kirk breaks down his passion for hockey, shares what it was like watching Team USA's thrilling Olympic run, and reflects on his own journey from being a standout multi-sport athlete to landing on the desk of College GameDay at just 26 years old. The guys wrap up the episode with a special rapid-fire Tkachuk Triple Threat segment detailing their favorite moments of the summer, along with their final bridesmaids and wingmen of the week Don’t wait to stock up on your favorites at https://www.gnc.com/sale the sale won’t last long Merch is on https://wingmenshop.com Chapters: 00:00 Introduction 01:29 Kirk Reflects on Team USA's Olympic Experience 05:15 How Kirk Got Hooked on Hockey 08:04 The Outdoor Game at the Big House 12:37 Old-School Hockey Fights and Setting the Tone 16:41 Kirk's High School Multi-Sport Career 18:42 The Recruiting Process 23:02 Landing the College GameDay Job at 26 26:18 Kirk's Insane Wednesday to Sunday Travel Schedule 31:09 Tkachuk Triple Threat: College Football Rapid Fire 38:51 Memorable GameDay Host Sites 41:11 The Future of College Football and the Transfer Portal 46:16 Kirk's Ultimate Wingman of His Career 50:28 Reviewing Kirk's Episode and Looking Forward to the Season 52:19 Top Moments of the Summer 58:06 Bridesmaid of the Week 01:00:39 Wingman of the Week 01:06:15 Outro and Season 2 Return Date What to do now: 1. Smash that LIKE button 2. Hit SUBSCRIBE so you never miss a Wingmen moment 3. Drop a comment with who YOU want to see on Wingmen next! Subscribe for more: @Wingmenpod • • • • Welcome to Wingmen, hosted by NHL brothers Matthew & Brady Tkachuk. Your all-access pass into the world of hockey, brotherhood, and behind-the-scenes stories you won’t hear anywhere else. New Episodes every Wednesday. 2 Brothers, 1 mic, Zero Filter Follow along on all platforms: Listen to the pod on your morning commute or wherever it finds you: APPLE: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast... SPOTIFY: https://open.spotify.com/show/0phWiah... Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

n this episode of Wingmen, Matthew and Brady Tkachuk sit down with the second overall pick in the 2026 PWHL draft, Olympic gold medalist Abbey Murphy. Abbey shares details about her daily offseason training routine, her unique path as the first hockey player in her family, and growing up with a Marine father. She also recounts her journey with the Chicago Mission, her experiences representing Team USA, and the unforgettable gold medal celebration in the Olympic dining hall. Finally, the guys break down their weekly bridesmaids and wingmen, covering everything from neighborhood ding-dong ditching to member-guest golf tournament highlights Chapters: 00:00 Introduction 02:04 Abbey's Summer Training Routine 07:42 Playing for the Chicago Mission 11:44 Choosing the University of Minnesota 14:00 Redshirting and Making the 2022 Olympic Team 17:40 Comparing the 2022 and 2026 Olympic Experiences 21:10 Post-Gold Medal Dining Hall Celebrations 24:48 Dominating the Olympic Tournament 26:22 The Overtime Golden Goal vs. Canada 27:56 Attending Edmonton Oilers Development Camp 32:00 Abbey's Wingman of the Week 38:13 Bridesmaids of the Week 43:23 Brady's Epic Ding-Dong Ditch Story 48:38 Wingman of the Week 53:39 Outro Merch is on https://wingmenshop.com What to do now: 1. Smash that LIKE button 2. Hit SUBSCRIBE so you never miss a Wingmen moment 3. Drop a comment with who YOU want to see on Wingmen next! Subscribe for more: @Wingmenpod • • • • Welcome to Wingmen, hosted by NHL brothers Matthew & Brady Tkachuk. Your all-access pass into the world of hockey, brotherhood, and behind-the-scenes stories you won’t hear anywhere else. New Episodes every Wednesday. 2 Brothers, 1 mic, Zero Filter Follow along on all platforms: Listen to the pod on your morning commute or wherever it finds you: APPLE: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast... SPOTIFY: https://open.spotify.com/show/0phWiah... Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

n this episode of Wingmen, Matthew and Brady Tkachuk dive into their contrasting summer training routines, including Brady’s boxing experience near UFC legends and Matthew's high-altitude workouts in Colorado. They also discuss the NHL's top villains, break down major recent contract details, and answer listener voicemails about team chemistry and celebrity boxing. Chapters: 00:00 Introduction 00:15 Summer Training Updates 10:24 Training With UFC Legends 16:23 Favorite On-Ice Drills 20:37 Crazy Past Hockey Stories 26:40 The NHL's On-Ice Villains 36:00 Fluid Hydration and Nutrition 39:46 Contract Breakdown 44:24 Fan Voicemails 56:47 Weekly Bridesmaids 59:50 Weekly Wingmen 01:03:56 Outro Merch is on https://wingmenshop.com What to do now: 1. Smash that LIKE button 2. Hit SUBSCRIBE so you never miss a Wingmen moment 3. Drop a comment with who YOU want to see on Wingmen next! Subscribe for more: @Wingmenpod • • • • Welcome to Wingmen, hosted by NHL brothers Matthew & Brady Tkachuk. Your all-access pass into the world of hockey, brotherhood, and behind-the-scenes stories you won’t hear anywhere else. New Episodes every Wednesday. 2 Brothers, 1 mic, Zero Filter Follow along on all platforms: Listen to the pod on your morning commute or wherever it finds you: APPLE: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast... SPOTIFY: https://open.spotify.com/show/0phWiah... Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices