InGoal Radio Podcast

Episode 336 of the InGoal Radio Podcast, presented by The Hockey Shop Source for Sports, celebrates the life of Glenn Hall, the Hockey Hall of Fame goalie who passed away this week at age 94. In the feature interview appropriately presented by NHL Sense Arena, we flash back to 2019, when InGoal had a chance to sit down with one of the greatest to ever strap on the pads, Mr. Goalie himself, in his living room, sharing a few beverages and a lot of great stories. From the well known NHL record 502 consecutive games played and being a butterfly pioneer despite never wearing a mask, to lesser knowns tales and teammates, this can't miss interview with Hall will leave you smiling.In the Parent Segment, presented by Stop it Goaltending U the App, we talk about the importance of preparation through a different lens of when too much -- or the wrong type -- does more harm than good. We also review this week's Pro Reads, presented by Vizual Edge, which features Matt Murray breaking down video of a 2-on-1 and explaining how the bus shot-or-pass read is often based on your own defense. And in our weekly gear segment we go to The Hockey Shop Source for Sports for look at a special NHL chest protector you can only buy from them: A Bauer Pro model worn by Andrei Vasilevskiy and Jacob Fowler. 

Episode 335 of the InGoal Radio Podcast, presented by The Hockey Shop Source for Sports, features a fascinating interview with longtime goalie coach and Engineer Rob Day, and one of his former students, Casey Cox, a former college goalie turned golf coach with a biomechanics phd and interest in goalies. In the feature interview appropriately presented by NHL Sense Arena, Day and Cox introduce themselves and explain their work at Sports Science Solutions, which took advanced motion-capture services Cox discovered while teaching golf and applied it to goaltending and has led to some eyebrow raising discoveries. The include why a hard t-push stop can be worse for some goalies than a butterfly drop, the importance of the pelvis to all things goaltending, and how they been able to predict -- and therefore help prevent -- injuries!In the Parent Segment, presented by Stop it Goaltending U the App, we look at how identity can quietly create pressure for both parents and goalies — and why kids need to see that your world doesn’t rise and fall with their game.We also review this week's Pro Reads, presented by Vizual Edge, which Alex Lyon with some important lessons on preparation and how you manage coming into a game cold can make or break a career. And in our weekly gear segment we go to The Hockey Shop Source for Sports for a look at the TPS Response stick.

Episode 334 of the InGoal Radio Podcast, presented by The Hockey Shop Source for Sports, features a a fantastic interview with Kendra Woodland of the PWHL Ottawa Charge.In the feature interview appropriately presented by NHL Sense Arena, Woodland shares insights into a tough year between graduating from the University of New Brunswick in 2024 after an exceptional USports career that included a .941 career save percentage and three championships, and going a full season before making the Charge on a training camp tryout this season. It's a journey filled with great insights on how she managed that time, how her career and game have evolved, and some of the influences and inspirations along the way, including time with Manon Rheaume in her hometown.In the Parent Segment, presented by Stop it Goaltending U the App, Hutch goes over 5 New Years resolutions for goalie parents - and asks what yours will be.We also review this week's Pro Reads, presented by Vizual Edge, which features Vizual Edge user Cam Talbot walking us through breakaway keys, including why more shooters are aiming for the "triangle" and what you can do to combat it.And in our weekly gear segment we go to The Hockey Shop Source for Sports for a closer look at the youth line options from True for associations or young goalies ready to move into their own gear.

Episode 333 of the InGoal Radio Podcast, presented by The Hockey Shop Source for Sports, features a fantastic interview with top Chicago Blackhawks prospect Drew Commesso.In the feature interview appropriately presented by NHL Sense Arena, we go through a wide range of goalie topics with Commesso (including his use of NHL Sense Arena), from his early inspirations sitting behind the Boston Bruins net watching Tim Thomas and Tuukka Rask as a youngster, to now counting Bruins No.1 Jeremy Swayman as a friend and mentor. The well-spoken Commesso talks openly and insightfully about everything from his time with the USNTDP, to playing in the 2022 Winter Olympics, to his NHL debut last season, as well as an impressive list of coaching influences, and how he uses yoga, breath work and meditation, all in a can't-miss interview.In the Parent Segment, presented by Stop it Goaltending U the App, Hutch shares some great (and less-expensive) Christmas gifts ideas that focus on the value of shared experiences with your young goalie.We also review this week's Pro Reads, presented by Vizual Edge, which features Buffalo Sabres goalie Ukko-Pekka Luukkonen breaking down how best to handle a flash screen off the rush.In our weekly gear segment we go to The Hockey Shop Source for Sports for a quick but detailed look at the first ever goalie-specific suspenders offered by Vaughn.

Episode 332 of the InGoal Radio Podcast, presented by The Hockey Shop Source for Sports, features a "get to know" interview with Kayle Osborne of the PWHL New York Sirens, and a "catch up" with long-time NHL goalie coach Ian Clark.In the feature interview appropriately presented by NHL Sense Arena, we start things off with a great conversation with Osborne, who is in her first year as the Sirens starter in just her second year as a pro after a standout college career at Colgate University, which concluded with a 20–4–1 record, career-best 1.28 goals-against average, .941 save percentage, and six shutouts as a senior. We talk early inspirations and the evolution of her game through college and into pro for a 23-year-old who was already a part of Team Canada during the Rivalry Series. From there we switch gears to catch up with Clark, whose role with the Vancouver Canucks may have shifted to scouting and development, but whose passion for the teaching the position to all levels remains as strong as ever, including an upcoming series of Pro Tips at InGoal.In the Parent Segment, presented by Stop it Goaltending U the App, we share some thoughts on Christmas for goalies and their families - making you to consider what’s best for your family without worrying about pressures to keep up with what others are choosing to do.We also review this week's Pro Reads, presented by Vizual Edge, which features Filip Gustavsson of the Minnesota Wild discussing keys to simplifying back-and-forth plays behind the net. In our weekly gear segment we go to The Hockey Shop Source for Sports for a deep dive into the latest from Brian's Custom Sports, the Iconic 2 pads and gloves.We also review this week's Pro Reads, presented by Vizual Edge, which features Filip Gustavsson of the Minnesota Wild discussing keys to simplifying back-and-forth plays behind the net. In our weekly gear segment we go to The Hockey Shop Source for Sports for a deep dive into the latest from Brian's Custom Spots, the Iconic 2 pads and gloves.

Episode 331 of the InGoal Radio Podcast, presented by The Hockey Shop Source for Sports, features a fantastic information-packed interview with 11th-year pro Kasimir Kaskisuo.In the feature interview appropriately presented by NHL Sense Arena, we catch up with Kaskisuo in person in Montreal as part of a mutual visit to check out the impending new line from Warrior and talk about everything from waiting out a place to play (he signed a contract days later), to how he uses NHL Sense Arena (including a recent first attempt on the ice!), the way he thinks about and modifies his equipment, and the Finnish inspirations for the way he starts his glove motion before the shot is released (you can watch a video on it here)In the Parent Segment, presented by Stop it Goaltending U the App, we talk about downside of getting angry as a goalie -- there are proven links to decreased performance -- and why as parents it's important to think about how we react while watching our young goalies. We also review this week's Pro Reads, presented by Vizual Edge, which featured Eric Comrie breaking down a traffic play and the importance of quieter, less "violent" head movement. In our weekly gear segment we go to The Hockey Shop Source for Sports to some Christmas shopping advice, including goalie-specific gifts that will fit in the stocking. 

Episode 330 of the InGoal Radio Podcast, presented by The Hockey Shop Source for Sports, features an advice-packed interview with Kimberly Newell of the PWHL Vancouver Goldeneyes.In the feature interview appropriately presented by NHL Sense Arena, we catch up with Newell shortly after making the expansion Goldeneyes opening-night roster out of training camp -- despite not playing competitively since the last time we talked to her shortly after the Vancouver native represented China at the 2022 Winter Olympics! If you haven't already, that first interview in Episode 179 is a can't miss conversation, and we pick right back up with lessons on comebacks, mindset advice, an evolving understanding of goalie movement and a whole lot more from one of the truly remarkable stories early in this third PWHL season.In the Parent Segment, presented by Stop it Goaltending U the App, we talk about the dangers of giving advice to a young goalie before a game and even during play no matter how well-intentioned.We also review this week's Pro Reads, presented by Vizual Edge, which featured Dustin Wolf with advice on off-puck awareness, rotational keys and glove projection on a backdoor chance.In our weekly gear segment we go to The Hockey Shop Source for Sports to look at the Bauer Elite and GSX kneepads.

Episode 329 of the InGoal Radio Podcast, presented by The Hockey Shop Source for Sports, features a fun and informative interview with former NHL goalie turned Hall of Fame broadcaster Daryl Reaugh.In the feature interview appropriately presented by NHL Sense Arena, we catch up with Reaugh less than one week after he was honoured by the Hockey Hall of Fame in Toronto as the Foster Hewitt Memorial Award winner for an exceptional broadcasting career. Reaugh, who worked for national broadcasts on ABC, Fox, ESPN, NBC and Hockey Night in Canada before taking his current role as the Dallas Stars color commentator on TV, talked about the evolution of how the game on television, as well as the evolution he has seen in the goaltending position from 15-inch wide pads when he was drafted by the Edmonton Oilers in 1984 and was part of their Stanley Cup victory in 1988, through talking to goalies and coaches now.In this week's Parent Segment, presented by Stop It Goaltending U the App, we answer a question about how to help your young goalie when they excel in goalie practices but struggle in games.We also review this week's Pro Reads, presented by Vizual Edge, which featured Casey DeSmith of the Dallas Stars breaking down depth management on zone entries and his keys to playing long laterals.In our weekly gear segment we go to The Hockey Shop Source for Sports for a look at the True 7X4 "black-out" skate, including a couple ways they could have gone even further with the dark look.

Episode 328 of the InGoal Radio Podcast, presented by The Hockey Shop Source for Sports, features an advice-packed interview with former NHL goalie turned analyst and coach Carter Hutton.In the feature interview appropriately presented by NHL Sense Arena, we catch up with Hutton almost three years after his last InGoal podcast appearance and retiring from a 12-season NHL career to talk about life as a part-time goalie coach, full-time hockey (part-time goalie) parent and working in the media with Nation Network, Daily Face-off and NHL radio. Just as he did while playing, Hutton did not disappoint with some great tips and advice that should resonate with every goalie, coach and parent, touching on everything from technique to mindset to post-game car rides with the kids.In this week's Parent Segment, presented by Stop It Goaltending U the App, we continue with one the themes from Hutton's interview with 5 tips to help the game stay fun for your young goalie.We also review this week's Pro Reads, presented by Vizual Edge, which featured Matt Murray of the Seattle Kraken breaking down video of a power play chance and the importance of managing a tall stance properly.In our weekly gear segment we go to The Hockey Shop Source for Sports for a look at some of the fresh pro return options in stock from CCM, which include great savings on XF Pro and some unique custom options.

Episode 327 of the InGoal Radio Podcast, presented by The Hockey Shop Source for Sports,  features another upbeat and informative interview with PWHL Montreal and soon-to-be Olympic goalie Sandra Abstreiter.In the feature interview appropriately presented by NHL Sense Arena, we catch up with Abstreiter, who did a quick hit on the podcast early last season, to talk about her offseason focus, helping Germany qualify for the upcoming 2026 Olympics with a .967 save percentage, and evolving expectations going into her third PWHL season . We also expanded on some of the stories she shared last time, including starting goalie at 16, being self taught off YouTube, and learning from Ann-Renee Desbiens with the Victoire.In this week's Parent Segment, presented by Stop It Goaltending U the App, we dig into the mailbag to answer questions about gear, technique and dealing with difficult coaches.We also review this week's Pro Reads, presented by Vizual Edge, we try something a little different by sharing a conversation with all three Seattle Kraken goalies about Montréal Canadiens Sam Montembault saying he can identify the handedness and stick tape color of almost every NHL shooter -- how rare is it? Does it help? And what information matters the most when reading a shooter?In our weekly gear segment we go to The Hockey Shop Source for Sports for a deep dive on the all new Bauer Pulse stick, a limited innovation line with an exciting new take on goalie grips.