Behind the Bench

Anaheim Ducks Assistant Coach Brent Thompson joins Alexis Downie to talk about his professional hockey career, the transition to coaching, his shared love for the sport with his sons and coming to Orange County this season!

Anaheim Ducks head coach Greg Cronin joined Alexis Downie in the Kariya studio for the first time to share an in-depth look at his life journey. From growing up in a working class family in Boston, to traveling to a sheep farm in New Zealand and now bringing 36 years of coaching experience to Anaheim. Cronin opens up about the obstacles and challenges he's faced while shedding light on the lessons he's carried with him in each chapter of life.

Alexis Downie is joined by Anaheim Ducks Assistant General Manager and Director of Amateur Scouting, Martin Madden, ahead of the NHL Draft in Nashville next week. Madden shares a look at the scouting process, the impact of data on the process and excitement in having the number two overall pick in the 2023 NHL Entry Draft.

Kent French and Guy Hebert are joined by Anaheim Ducks head coach, Greg Cronin. The interview followed Cronin's introductory press conference as the 11th head coach in franchise history. Cronin discussed his surfing hobby, coaching philosophies, importance of connecting with players and much more!

Alexis Downie and Anaheim Ducks head coach, Dallas Eakins, sit down to talk about Eakins' childhood, playing career and some of his favorite hockey memories.

Go behind the bench and hear from the Anaheim Ducks coaching staff as they chat with Alexis Downie throughout the season.