InGoal Radio Podcast

Episode 305 of the InGoal Radio Podcast, presented by The Hockey Shop Source for Sports, features a fun and advice filled interview with 15-year NHL veteran Devan Dubnyk.In the feature interview presented by NHL Sense Arena, Dubnyk catches us up on his post playing days transition to media work, including sharing some fantastic breakdowns from the Stanley Cup Playoffs, as well as life as a goalie parent and how it's fuelled a new venture coaching goalies called Dubnyk Development. Dubnyk shares insights into his own development path in the NHL, and the coaches and philosophies that shaped it, as well as the importance of good mentors, and explains how he plans to being that to goalies all over North America with this new in-season video coaching program.For more on working with Devan Dubnyk: https://www.dubnykdevelopment.comIn the Parent Segment, presented by Stop It Goaltending U the App, we dig into the importance of goalies taking a break in the offseason, borrowing advice from Carey Price, and sharing alternate activities.We also review this week's Pro Reads, presented by Vizual Edge, which features new World Championship gold medal winner Joey Daccord with excellent advice on managing a quick regroup rush attack.And in our weekly gear segment, we go to The Hockey Shop Source for Sports to for a deep dive on the updated features in the new Bauer SV Pro line, a second price point option that combines the best of the Supreme and Vapor lines and includes several top-level features.

Episode 304 of the InGoal Radio Podcast, presented by The Hockey Shop Source for Sports, features a fantastic interview with St. Louis Blues development and AHL goalie coach Dan Stewart.In the feature interview presented by NHL Sense Arena, Stewart shares lessons and advice on the transition from private to junior to professional coaching, working with different styles of goalies on the same AHL team (like Charlie Lindgren and Joel Hofer, who have both since moved up to the NHL), creating confidence in new situations, managing video sessions and so, so so much more. Add in a glimpse into some of his 5 principles of good goaltending, and it really is another can't miss interview.In the Parent Segment, presented by Stop It Goaltending U the App, we pulled an answer from Stewart's interview that included some excellent advice on how to help your goalies learn to read the game and plays better, and some great advice on how parents of any knowledge level can be involved.We also review this week's Pro Reads, presented by Vizual Edge, which features Vizual Edge user Cam Talbot with a great breakdown on decision making facing a 2-on-1 and when to use a "Spread."   And in our weekly gear segment, we go to The Hockey Shop Source for Sports to for a deep dive on the updated features in the new Bauer Vapor FlyLite pads and gloves.

Episode 303 of the InGoal Radio Podcast, presented by The Hockey Shop Source for Sports, features a can't-miss interview with Seattle Kraken AHL and development goalie coach Colin Zulianello.In the feature interview presented by NHL Sense Arena, Zulianello catches us up on the family decisions that took him away from coaching professionals for three seasons and shares insights on his path. We start with the playing days, which include time with Benoit Allaire in the Arizona Coyotes system, to how he got into coaching and the many unique ways that he combines his formal teaching background and education with what he does now on the ice, whether it's with a 9-year-old or a 9th year pro. He shares insights and anecdotes that are sure to benefit every goalie, parent and especially coaches.In the Parent Segment, presented by Stop It Goaltending U the App, we dig into juggling as an offseason addition that parents can do with their young goalies, including great tips on getting started.We also review this week's Pro Reads, presented by Vizual Edge, which features Toronto Maple Leafs goalie Joseph Woll sharing tips for managing breakaways while starting down Alexander Ovechkin.And in our weekly gear segment, we go to The Hockey Shop Source for Sports to look at the first ever goalie pant from True, and how they've combined some of the best features from other brands.Link to the music of Mike Baker, mentioned and played in this episode.

Episode 302 of the InGoal Radio Podcast, presented by The Hockey Shop Source for Sports, features an advice and information-packed interview with Vegas Golden Knights prospect goalie Carl Lindbom.In the feature interview presented by NHL Sense Arena, Lindbom talks about the adjustments to playing in North America for the first time this season with the Henderson Silvery Knights, and what allowed him to make it seem like such a smooth transition. The 21-year-old also shares insights from growing up in Stockholm, Sweden, including the coaching he received from a young age, the impact of older brother Olof, a New York Rangers draft pick now playing pro in Finland, and the importance of active hands in succeeding as a 6-foot-1 goalie in today's game, including how he uses the parts of practice most goalies hate to improve those hands.In the Parent Segment, presented by Stop It Goaltending U the App, we dig into the idea of using sign language to communicate from the stands with a goalie in the net -- and let's just say that if you are shaking your head as you read that, then you really don't want to miss this discussion as we get into both sides.We also review this week's Pro Reads, presented by Vizual Edge, which features more incredible insights on the psychology of reading the play -- and influencing it using baiting -- with Alex Lyon of the Detroit Red Wings.And in our weekly gear segment, we go to The Hockey Shop Source for Sports to look at the new Warrior knee pads, with added padding that can actually make you taller in the butterfly!

Episode 301 of the InGoal Radio Podcast,, presented by The Hockey Shop Source for Sports, features a lesson-filled hour long interview with former NHL goalie and goalie coach Dwayne Roloson.In the feature interview presented by NHL Sense Arena, Roloson shares insights from 18 seasons playing in the NHL and, perhaps more fascinating, how he has since applied those since, first as a goalie coach with the Anaheim Ducks and then, after leaving for family reasons, as a goalie coach and scout as well as player development and skill coach at junior and college levels. Now, as he continues to coach goalies privately and looks at getting back into the NHL, Roloson combines all that experience into one can't miss interview.In the Parent Segment, presented by Stop It Goaltending U the App, we answer a listener question about what to look for when it comes to summer camps and activities for an eight-year-old goalie.We also review this week's Pro Reads, presented by Vizual Edge, which features Devon Levi sharing some great advice on how to manage in-zone turnovers as well as how to balance summer training on the ice.

We're celebrating a huge milestone with Episode 300 of the InGoal Radio Podcast, presented by The Hockey Shop Source for Sports, and a future first ballot Hall of Fame guest in Marc-Andre Fleury.In the feature interview presented by NHL Sense Arena, Fleury shares advice and insights from a 22-season career that began as the No. 1 pick in the 2003 NHL Draft, and finishes second all-time to only Martin Brodeur in games played (1,051) and wins (575), third behind Brodeur and Roberto Luongo in saves (27,188), tied with Ed Belfour and Tony Esposito for 10th in shutouts (76), and as well liked as any goalie to play the game. The three-time Stanley Cup winner has advice for young goalies hoping to follow a path filled with entertaining pokechecks, pad stacks, and the signature smile to match the ones that he put on so the face of so many fans.In the Parent Segment, presented by Stop It Goaltending U the App, we continue the celebratory theme with a look back at some of our favourite advice from past guests, whether it was Roberto Luongo in Episode 1 or Eric Comrie and Connor Hellebuyck making it okay for goalies of all ages to improve their edges at public skates.We also review this week's Pro Reads, presented by Vizual Edge, which features Joey Daccord of the Seattle Kraken breaking down a high tip option and some of the positional and skating keys to best manage it.And in our weekly gear segment, we go to The Hockey Shop Source for Sports to look at the new Warrior Ritual X5 chest protector -- both the Pro and RTL models -- with a new camo-themed look and some exciting new features.

Episode 298 of the InGoal Radio Podcast, presented by The Hockey Shop Source for Sports, features a fun and informative interview with 17-season NHL veteran Olaf Kolzig.In the feature interview presented by NHL Sense Arena, Kolzig shares stories from a career spent almost exclusively with the Washington Capitals, including the arrival of newly crowned NHL goal scoring leader Alex Ovechkin, winning the 2000 Vezina Trophy and the mental breakthrough that helped him reach those heights after battling consistency earlier in his career. Kolzig also shares insights and advice from his current role with the Capitals in goalie and player development, including several valuable lessons for young goalies and parents, as well as a recent meeting organized by Connor Hellebuyck, who wears No. 37 because of Kolzig.In the Parent Segment, presented by Stop It Goaltending U the App, we build on Kolzig's talk about the importance of learning to take care of yourself off the ice with a cooking and nutrition challenge for all young goalies and their parents.We also review this week's Pro Reads, presented by Vizual Edge, which features Cam Talbot of the Detroit Red Wings explaining how to manage a moving (or flash) screen, and how working with the Vizual Edge vision and cognitive training platform has improved his results in traffic.And in our weekly gear segment, we go to The Hockey Shop Source for Sports to look at the new Warrior Ritual X5 pants, with a completely new leg shape and two price point options.

Episode 298 of the InGoal Radio Podcast, presented by The Hockey Shop Source for Sports, features AHL All Star Michael DiPietro of the Providence (and Boston) Bruins.In the feature interview presented by NHL Sense Arena, DiPietro talks about bouncing back from a tough trade from the Vancouver Canucks team that drafted him to Boston, a journey that started with getting lost on the side of a mountain, to the ECHL and then over to Switzerland before bouncing back and beginning his climb to the top of the AHL this season. Of course, we can't tell you how high DiPietro is in the AHL as the season winds down because he does not look at his statistics until the year ends, one of many mental game tips the likeable 25-year-old shares as part of this fascinating, can't miss interview about his still-evolving career.In the Parent Segment, presented by Stop It Goaltending U the App, we talk about the importance of parents listening to -- and living by -- the same advice goalies often hear from InGoal.We also review this week's Pro Reads, presented by Vizual Edge, which features Charlie Lindgren of the Washington Capitals with some great advice on RVH anchor leg placement and depth management while killing penalties.And in our weekly gear segment, we go to The Hockey Shop Source for Sports to look at the fresh influx of Pro Return sticks and equipment from Bauer, which goes on sale on April 11.

Episode 297 of the InGoal Radio Podcast, presented by The Hockey Shop Source for Sports, features an informative interview with Matt Wenninger, goalie coach for the Moose Jaw Warriors of the Western Hockey League and goalie manager for Hockey Alberta.In the feature interview presented by NHL Sense Arena, Wenninger shares some great insights into his transition from playing NCAA hockey to goalie coaching and an often multi-pronged path to working in the WHL. He also provides a lot of great lessons from his work with Hockey Alberta, and how the provincial body has become a leader in Canada with a goalie development program that works from the grassroots with coaching mentorships right up to elite camps and programs.In the Parent Segment, presented by Stop It Goaltending U the App, the InGoal crew conducts a draft of the various tools they'd "put in their bag" to ensure a great summer or training.We also review this week's Pro Reads, presented by Vizual Edge, which features Alex Lyon of the Detroit Red Wings and another great video breakdown, this time looking at low laterals 6-on-5.And in our weekly gear segment, we go to The Hockey Shop Source for Sports to look at the CCM EFLEX 7 Customizer, sharing insights into what's new with the gear and the customizer itself.

Episode 296 of the InGoal Radio Podcast, presented by The Hockey Shop Source for Sports, features an interview with Utah Hockey Club goalie Jaxson Stauber.In the feature interview presented by NHL Sense Arena, Stauber takes us back to his early days growing up the son of a former NHL goalie, Robb Stauber, and his path from the USHL to the NCAA to pro hockey, starting with the Chicago Blackhawks and six impressive games last season before signing with Utah in the summer and posting his first NHL shutout on Nov 30. It's a quick but information and advice packed interview with insights from the early days to now in the NHL.In the Parent Segment, presented by Stop It Goaltending U the App, we talk about the importance of understanding that good goalie coach, school and summer camp experiences are not always about fancy drills or exhausted kids, and knowing that quality reps might look a little different.We also review this week's Pro Reads, presented by Vizual Edge, which features Devon Levi of the Buffalo Sabres with another information packed breakdown from his rookie season in the NHL.And in our weekly gear segment, we go to The Hockey Shop Source for Sports to look at the incredibly light True Project X Smoke stick, with a unique look and just 555 grams for a 25-inch paddle.

Episode 295 of the InGoal Radio Podcast, presented by The Hockey Shop Source for Sports, features a loaded feature interview with Jarod Waimon, goalie scout for the Tampa Bay Lightning.In the feature interview presented by NHL Sense Arena, Waimon takes us on a journey through his path from aspiring college goalie to goalie coach to NHL goalie scout, sharing great advice for anyone aspiring to work at the top levels in either role, and how each job has impacted the way he does the other. This in-depth interview is loaded with great advice and take aways for goalies, goalie parents, goalie coaches and anyone working (or hoping to work) in the scouting world.In the Parent Segment, presented by Stop It Goaltending U the App, we dig into the benefits of working with different coaches in the off-season, and the importance of bringing an open mind to those sessions.We also review this week's Pro Reads, presented by Vizual Edge, which features Joseph Woll of the Toronto Maple Leafs breaking down depth decisions and screen management tips against a 5-on-3.And in our weekly gear segment, we go to The Hockey Shop Source for Sports to dig into the debate about whether to tuck or untuck your chest protector. Can Cam get Woody to switch?

Episode 294 of the InGoal Radio Podcast, presented by The Hockey Shop Source for Sports, features an interview with Filip Gustavsson of the Minnesota Wild.In the feature interview presented by NHL Sense Arena, Gustavsson shares some of the lessons he's learned from playing with Marc-Andre Fleury, including a few old school tricks that he has to be careful not to overdo. It's a great lesson on trying new things but not trying force everything. Gustavsson also talks about his experiences growing up in Sweden as a goalie, including the continuing influence of Lulea goalie coach Linda Blomquist, who many will remember as one of there inventors of RVH from an article we ran years ago, his transition to North America, the ongoing battle to keep his hands more active, and a recent change in how he manages the rush.In the Parent Segment, presented by Stop It Goaltending U the App, we talk about changing the way we talk about goals as hockey observers and the negative affect it has if we don't.We also review this week's Pro Reads, presented by Vizual Edge, which features Devin Cooley of the Calgary Flames with a great look at stance and managing screens on a 4-on-3 power play.And in our weekly gear segment, we go to The Hockey Shop Source for Sports to dig into the debate about whether to tuck or untuck your chest protector. Can Cam get Woody to switch?

Episode 293 of the InGoal Radio Podcast, presented by The Hockey Shop Source for Sports, features a fantastic, information packed interview with pro goalie and coach Connor LaCouvee.In the feature interview presented by NHL Sense Arena, LaCouvee returns three years after his InGoal debut to catch us up on life as a pro in Slovakia, as well as his ongoing transition to doing more goalie coaching, and how the two complement each other. From discussions on Goalie IQ and how to develop it, understanding the difference between how a player sees us as goalies and how we see ourselves, how to bets use a journal to guide your own improvement, what "edge work" really means, and how coaching can help young goalies get better, this thing is loaded.If you want to reach Connor to learn more about his coaching find him on social here:https://facebook.com/lacouveegoaltending/https://instagram.com/lacouveegoaltending/https://x.com/connorlacouveehttps://youtube.com/lacouveegoaltending In the Parent Segment, presented by Stop It Goaltending U the App, we talk about "how much is too much" when it comes to spring and summer plans for your young goalie, what factors should go into those decisions, and why "my goalie want to do it" isn't always a good reason to let them.We also review this week's Pro Reads, presented by Vizual Edge, which features a quick return of Cam Talbot, who has talked about his use of Vizual Edge, and a look at some of the important factors in skate-or-slide decisions on rush chances with lateral pass options.And in our weekly gear segment, we go to The Hockey Shop Source for Sports to look at Warrior's new suspenders, which include enough features to have non-suspender wearing Woody intrigued.

Episode 292 of the InGoal Radio Podcast, presented by The Hockey Shop Source for Sports, features a fun and informative conversation with Matt Zaba, goalie coach of AHL Colorado Eagles.In the feature interview presented by NHL Sense Arena, Zaba shares insights from his playing days, which included time (and 1 NHL game) with Henrik Lundqvist and Benoit Allaire before finishing up in Europe, as well as lessons from the transition to coaching, which includes time in the USHL and NCAA before taking the job with the Colorado Avalanche franchise, and his work on the private side with the Mountain High Hockey Goalie Club (and their entertaining social media accounts). Loaded with advice from all aspects of Zaba's many experiences, this is a can't miss interview.In the Parent Segment, presented by Stop It Goaltending U the App, we talk about scouts, why it's important for goalie parents to understand how it works at various levels, and not chase them.We also review this week's Pro Reads, presented by Vizual Edge, which features Joey Daccord of the Seattle Kraken with another excellent video breakdown session, this time talking net play.And in our weekly gear segment, we go to The Hockey Shop Source for Sports for a look at the Sportmask goalie mask lineup, from mid to high price points, and even an option for ringette.

Episode 291 of the InGoal Radio Podcast, presented by The Hockey Shop Source for Sports, features the return of Calgary Flames AHL and goalie development coach Mackenzie Skapski.In the feature interview presented by NHL Sense Arena, Skapski shares insights from his first two and a half seasons with the Flames, which followed a five-year pro career that included playing two games (with a .978 save percentage) for the New York Rangers, some of the scoring trends he's seeing at the highest levels and how the Flames goalie department has worked guys like Dustin Wolf and Devin Cooley to adapt their tactics to those evolving attacks. It's a fascinating discussion that gets into everything from the special working relationship with Calgary director of goaltending Jordan Sigalet and Flames goalie coach Jason LaBarbera, to finer details of depth management and the need to start thinking of it in east-west terms as well as north-south.In the Parent Segment, presented by Stop It Goaltending U the App, we talk goalie masks, the importance of a good fit, and how those options have changed dramatically in the past decade.We also review this week's Pro Reads, presented by Vizual Edge, which features Charlie Lindgren walking us through a power play and why important "scanning" habits should start at an early age.And in our weekly gear segment, we go to The Hockey Shop Source for Sports for a look at the CCM AXIS F9 Mask, which includes impact-absorbing D3O smart foam in a second price point option.

Episode 290 of the InGoal Radio Podcast, presented by The Hockey Shop Source for Sports, features 12-year NHL veteran Cam Talbot of the Detroit Red Wings.In the feature interview presented by NHL Sense Arena, Talbot shares great advice and insights into working with new voices and incorporating new ideas when you work with a new goalie coach, something he's done a lot with four different teams over the past four seasons. He explains what ideas have stuck and remained a part of his game now during a great starts with the Red Wings, and how his work with Vizual Edge has led to two NHL All Star Game appearances in the past three seasons, as well as how he uses it daily during the season and how specifically it has helped.In the Parent Segment, presented by Stop It Goaltending U the App, we dig a little deeper into finding the right balance when you are trying to be both a goalie coach and parent to your child.We also review this week's Pro Reads, presented by Vizual Edge, which also appropriately features Talbot and a breakdown on the importance of knowing handedness while killing penalties, as well as the keys to a good lateral push when that includes a one-time option on the backdoor.And in our weekly gear segment, we go to The Hockey Shop Source for Sports for a look at the new True Catalyst PX5 gloves and blocker, featuring the all new Opti-Angle.

Episode 289 of the InGoal Radio Podcast, presented by The Hockey Shop Source for Sports, features Washington Capitals goalie and Vezina Trophy candidate Logan Thompson.In the feature interview presented by NHL Sense Arena, Thompson talked to us a day before signing his six-year, $35.1 million contract extension about why his transition to Washington has gone so smoothly, as well as about a tactical adjustment that started late last season with the Vegas Golden Knights, the importance of past relationships to his success now, and more.In the Parent Segment, presented by Stop It Goaltending U the App, we reviewed the top-5 annoying trends for goalie parents and how to manage them.We also review this week's Pro Reads, presented by Vizual Edge, featuring a double dip of goalie video review sessions with both Alex Lyon and Vizual Edge user Joseph Woll.And in our weekly gear segment, we go to The Hockey Shop Source for Sports for a look at the new True Catalyst PX5 pads with diamond glide.

Episode 288 of the InGoal Radio Podcast, presented by The Hockey Shop Source for Sports, features ex-NHL goalie former long-time Dallas Stars goalie coach Mike Valley. In the feature interview presented by NHL Sense Arena, Valley walks us through highlights of his latest book, The Power Within III, co-authored with Justin Goldman of The Goalie Guild, sharing anecdotes and highlights from his interviews with a wide range of goalies and goalie coaches. From Tim Thomas inviting multiple equipment companies to bring him new skates to test three games into his Stanley Cup Championship playoff run, to Mitch Korn working with Dominik Hasek and stories from Bill Ranford, Sean Burke, Brian Elliott, Thomas Magnusson, Alfie Michaud, Jeremy Swayman and Hannu Nykvist, the interview is loaded with great advice and insights. In our Parents Segment, presented by the Stop It Goaltending U app, we talk about drills that can help goalies — and their teammates — get warmed up properly and quickly with a focus on minor hockey where warm up time on ice is so limited.We also review this week's Pro Reads, which is presented by Vizual Edge, featuring freshly minted AHL All Star Devon Levi of the Buffalo Sabres with some great advice on when to use paddle down. And in our weekly gear segment, we go to The Hockey Shop Source for Sports for a look at the new Vaughn VX1 pants and subtle improvements on an already popular pant among NHL goalies.

Episode 287 of the InGoal Radio Podcast, presented by The Hockey Shop Source for Sports, features Stanley Cup-winning goalie Darcy Kuemper of the Los Angeles Kings.In the feature interview presented by NHL Sense Arena,we get quick but information-packed insights into the evolution of a Stanley Cup champion. From technical to tactical, including the benefits of adding "motion" to start a resurgent season with the Kings, Kuemper shares insights into the approach that has allowed him to continue growing as a goalie throughout a 13-year career, as well as what some of the most important changes have been.In our Parents Segment, presented by the Stop It Goaltending U app, we talk about a great off ice training tool that will make you a better goaltender - and just might prevent the odd head shot.We also review this week's Pro Reads, which is presented by Vizual Edge, featuring freshly minted AHL All Star Devin Cooley of the Calgary Flames with some great advice for managing a 2-on-1.And in our weekly gear segment, we go to The Hockey Shop Source for Sports for a look at the new Vaughn VX1 Chest protector, which improves protection and solves an old fitting problem.

Episode 286 of the InGoal Radio Podcast, presented by The Hockey Shop Source for Sports, features two great PWHL interviews: Carly Jackson of the Toronto Sceptres and Sandra Abstreiter of the Montreal Victoire.In the feature interview presented by NHL Sense Arena, we get two different perspectives on -- and paths to -- playing in the PWHL from Abstreiter, who is from Germany and did not start playing goal until she was 15 years old (!!!), and Jackson, who last appeared on InGoal Radio after winning the final PHF championship with the Toronto Six. The interviews are loaded with great stories, anecdotes and advice from both goalies on everything from mindset to technique, including a great discussion with Jackson on how her game -- and in particular, her stance -- has evolved in a season and a half since that championship, and how those changes have been fuelled not only by new coaching voices but also the importance of learning from new playing partners.In our Parents Segment, presented by the Stop It Goaltending U app, we share the often overlooked reality of being traded -- and all that comes with it -- playing junior hockey.We also review this week's Pro Reads, which is presented by Vizual Edge, featuring Joey Daccord of the Seattle Kraken with some great advice on when to skate and when to slide on low-high plays.And in our weekly gear segment, we go to The Hockey Shop Source for Sports for a deep dive into the new Vaughn VX1 pads and gloves, which includes a pretty big departure for a Velocity pad.

Episode 285 of the InGoal Radio Podcast, presented by The Hockey Shop Source for Sports,features PWHL rookie and recent NCAA championship MVP Raygan Kirk.In the feature interview presented by NHL Sense Arena, Kirk shares her experiences and advice on how to handle pressure during a 1-0 NCAA championship victory with Ohio State University last season and in her first season with the Toronto Sceptres this season, including her first PWHL win 2 days before we sat down to record the interview. Kirk, who also backstopped Canada to gold, as MVP of the 2019 IIHF U-18 World Championships, has lots of great stories and tips from a career that is just getting started professionally but already full of big wins and moments. In our Parents Segment, presented by the Stop It Goaltending U app, we discuss what to do when it feels like the referees aren't doing enough to protect your child in the net. We also review this week's Pro Reads, which is presented by Vizual Edge, featuring Charlie Lindgren of the Washington Capitals, who has advice on power play scans and proper reverse-VH execution. And in our weekly gear segment, we go to The Hockey Shop Source for Sports for a deep dive into glove breaks, comparing how various models from different brands close and feel. 

Episode 284 of the InGoal Radio Podcast, presented by The Hockey Shop Source for Sports, features rising college hockey star Kristoffer Eberly of The Ohio State University.In the feature interview presented by NHL Sense Arena, Eberly shares stories from a late-bloomer career that has seen him go from lower tier minor hockey to a .941 in the NCAA as a sophomore, including some of the things he's changed in his game and approach and examples others can follow. Eberly also talks about how his mom being Swedish and a visit from a couple Scandinavian cousins led to him becoming a goalie, getting to work with Connor Hellebuyck, and going to Detroit Red Wings development camp.In our Parents Segment, presented by the Stop It Goaltending U app, we share 5 tips for goalies and their families on how to get the most out of this holiday season and stay sharp over Christmas.We also review this week's Pro Reads, which is presented by Vizual Edge, with Alex Lyon and talk about the importance of "human nature" when it comes to anticipating plays and chasing save selections.And in our weekly gear segment, we go to The Hockey Shop Source for Sports to continue our look at the Brian's Optik3 intermediate chest protector, which brings pro level protection to younger ages.

Episode 283 of the InGoal Radio Podcast, presented by The Hockey Shop Source for Sports, features a great discussion with Andrei Vasilevskiy on why save percentage is dropping in the NHL and an extended interview with the latest Stanley Cup-winning goalie coach, Rob Tallas of the Florida Panthers.In the feature interview presented by NHL Sense Arena, Tallas walks us through the highs and lows of the Panthers two-season path to winning the Stanley Cup, as well as sharing numerous insights from his combined 11 seasons as professional goalie spent mostly with the Boston Bruins in the NHL, and a now 16-season journey as a goalie coach in Florida, including some excellent advice on the very real importance of having fun while working to improve as a goalie or coach.In our Parents Segment, presented by the Stop It Goaltending U app, we answer a parent question from someone wondering what to do when their child's goalie coach is teaching “wrong” and undoing the work of previous coaches, starting by asking - what exactly is “wrong?”We also review this week's Pro Reads, which features Joseph Woll of the Toronto Maple Leaf, and is presented by Vizual Edge, a tool used to enhance tracking, reaction speed, visual stamina, and focus and talk about some of the advice shared by Devon Levi on the importance of early eyes and relaying on past experiences to inform news decisions.And in our weekly gear segment, we go to The Hockey Shop Source for Sports to continue our look at the various options for young goalies, with a focus on the Learn to Goalie equipment from Bauer.

Episode 282 of the InGoal Radio Podcast, presented by The Hockey Shop Source for Sports, features a fantastic discussion with one of North America's leading mental coaches, Dr. Saul Miller who counts several NHL Goaltenders amongst his many clients across multiple professional sports.In the feature interview presented by NHL Sense Arena, presented by Sense Arena, Dr. Mille, whose clients have included sport teams in the NFL, NBA, NHL, CFL, Major League Baseball, in Europe, plus PGA Tour golfers, NCAA athletes, and Olympians in over a  dozen different sports, touches on a number of topics specific to our position that will benefit coaches, goaltenders and goalie parents. We discuss visualization, affirmations, the power of positivity in video review and much more - all guaranteed to help your game.In our Parents Segment, presented by the Stop It Goaltending U app, we lfollow up from last week's discussion on whether it might be better to play on a relatively stronger or weaker team for your development by giving parents and goalies tips for dealing with the mental grind of playing on a weak team - tips that indeed will help goalies regardless of where they play.We also review this week's Pro Reads, which features Joseph Woll of the Toronto Maple Leaf, and is presented by Vizual Edge, a tool used to enhance tracking, reaction speed, visual stamina, and focus. Woll talks about his choice to use RVH in a specific situation, why he would have preferred to stay on his feet and the role those decisions play in a desperation save.And in our weekly gear segment, we go to The Hockey Shop Source for Sports to look at the retro styled Bauer Reactor 5 Sticks - the perfect compliment to any setup, especially the popular Reactor 5 pads and gloves. Links this week:Dr. Saul MillerHockey Tough: https://www.amazon.ca/Hockey-Tough-2nd-Saul-Miller/dp/1492504092/Cycle Psyched : https://www.amazon.ca/Cycle-Psyched-Wisdom-Mental-Training/dp/1950484890/Winning Golf: https://www.amazon.ca/Winning-Golf-Creating-Confidence-Consistently/dp/1770416854Youtube Channel: https://www.youtube.com/@sportpsychologyschool8526Web site : https://www.saulmiller.com/Parents SegmentInner Book of Tennis: https://www.amazon.ca/Inner-Game-Tennis-Classic-Performance/dp/B007CKJNPY

Episode 281 of the InGoal Radio Podcast, presented by The Hockey Shop Source for Sports, features an emotional, inspiring an informative interview with Anaheim Ducks Director of Goaltending Sudarshan "Sudsy" Maharaj on his battle with pancreatic cancer. In the feature interview presented by NHL Sense Arena, presented by Sense Arena, Maharaj catches us up on his incredibly difficult battle after being diagnosed in May 2023 and being given a 20-40 percent chance of survival. From major surgery that removed his gallbladder and parts of his small intestines, pancreas and stomach, as well as 11 rounds of chemotherapy, to having to ask the many goalies he's helped in the NHL to be the pallbearers at his funeral, to announcing he was cancer free in May of this year, and now being back scouting and working with Ducks prospects, Maharaj shares it all in this can't miss interview, including getting back into the goalie development world and how he used lacrosse to help Anaheim goalies improve hand-eye co-ordination. In our Parents Segment, presented by the Stop It Goaltending U app, we look into a common question about whether your child should play on a good team even if it means not facing many shots, or a bad team that will keep them busy and engaged but maybe not win much -- and does the answer change if we're talking about spring hockey instead of winter? We also review this week's Pro Reads, which features Joseph Woll of the Toronto Maple Leafs talking about when to look off the puck, and is presented by Vizual Edge, a tool used to enhance tracking, reaction speed, visual stamina, and focus, and talk about some of the advice shared by Joey Daccord on react-versus-block decisions and pass-or-shoot reads off the rushAnd in our weekly gear segment, we go to The Hockey Shop Source for Sports to continue our look at the various options for young goalies, with a focus on the True Hzrdus junior line.Links:InGoal Black Friday Deals: https://ingoalmag.com/2024/11/22/black-friday-deals-for-goalies-are-here/gear segment video: https://youtu.be/iyA82VSkdsIThis week's ProRead with Joey Daccord: https://ingoalmag.com/2024/11/22/joey-daccord-proread-4/Minnesota Wild segment: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=hRWuJ7boGNQ  

Episode 280 of the InGoal Radio Podcast, presented by The Hockey Shop Source for Sports, features and fascinating and advice-packed interview with Winnipeg Jets goalie Eric ComrieIn the feature interview presented by NHL Sense Arena, Comrie shares advice on everything from mindset to skating drills as well as technical and tactical tips and the evolution of his game over the past three seasons since we last caught up with him. He talks about what works so well in Winnipeg for him and Hellebuyck, the role goalie coach Wade Flaherty plays in that success, and offers great advice on knowing yourself and not trying to be someone else just to fit into the stereotype of what a "serious" goalie should be and the expense of adding tension.In our Parents Segment, presented by the Stop It Goaltending U app, we dig into one of the common phrases we hear about "learning to be a pro" and what that can look like at younger ages.We also review this week's Pro Reads, which features Joseph Woll of the Toronto Maple Leafs talking about when to look off the puck, and is presented by Vizual Edge, a tool used to enhance tracking, reaction speed, visual stamina, and focus, and talk about some of the advice shared by Devin Cooley, who is tearing it up with Calgary in the AHL this season.And in our weekly gear segment, we go to The Hockey Shop Source for Sports to continue our look at the various options for young goalies, with a focus on the Bauer GSX line.

Episode 279 of the InGoal Radio Podcast, presented by The Hockey Shop Source for Sports, features former long-time NHL goalie Cesare Maniago and fantastic stories about the life of a top-level puck stopper from the 1960s through the early 1980s.In the feature interview presented by NHL Sense Arena, Maniago shares his experiences backing up Jacques Plante when he first put on a mask in a game -- and how Plante helped him get fitted for one only to have legendary Canadiens coach Toe Blake scare him off using it. Maniago, now 85, talks about learning to play with catalogues taped to his legs, about starting off with Johnny Bower in Toronto, competing against Ed Giacomin and Don Simmons with the New York Rangers, then playing with and getting coached by Gump Worsley in Minnesota. Maniago's can't miss interview is loaded with great stories and anecdotes that resonate today, including how being tall was a problem back then, how equipment changed the way goalies played, and the importance of having a fellow goalie to help you, which led to him becoming one of the NHL's first goalie coaches.In our Parents Segment, presented by the Stop It Goaltending U app, we dig into the stress that can come with watching our young goalies compete and offer some techniques to help manage it.We also review this week's Pro Reads, which features Joseph Woll of the Toronto Maple Leafs talking about when to look off the puck, and is presented by Vizual Edge, which is fitting because Woll uses their programs to improve his visual skills.And in our weekly gear segment, we go to The Hockey Shop Source for Sports to continue our look at the various options for young goalies, with a focus on the CCM EFlex 6.5 line.

Episode 278 of the InGoal Radio Podcast, presented by The Hockey Shop Source for Sports, features two great guests: retired NHL goalie Eddie Lack and EBUG legend Douglas Melvin, who was a Philadelphia Flyers practice goalie at age 14 and now a 65-year-old EBUG in the ECHL.In the feature interview presented by NHL Sense Arena, Lack first brings us up to speed on the transition from NHL goalie to real estate star in Arizona, while also sharing key lessons from legendary former teammates like Henrik Lundqvist, Roberto Luongo, Ryan Miller, Cory Schneider and Jacob Markstrom. And in the can't miss bonus interview, Melvin shares stories and lessons from 60 years stopping pucks, from those early days of missing classes to help the Flyers out at practice, to having Jacques Plante as a goalie coach at NHL camp, then a break to get a degree in accounting and become a green beret before returning to the position he loves and continuing as a practice goalie into his 60s, including two-a-day training camp skates this fall.In our Parents Segment, presented by the Stop It Goaltending U app, we dig into the importance of not blaming others when we talk about what happened in a game with our young goalies.And in our weekly gear segment, we go to The Hockey Shop Source for Sports for a closer look at the new Brian's OPTIK 4 and a new glove that Jake Allen called the "best in the world."

Episode 277 of the InGoal Radio Podcast, presented by The Hockey Shop Source for Sports, features PWHL Goalie of the Year Kristen Campbell of the Toronto Sceptres.In the feature interview presented by NHL Sense Arena, Campbell shares stories and anecdotes from her first season in the PWHL, including the bring-it-on mindset advice that helped her overcome a slow start and finish with the League's first ever top goalie award. The Team Canada goalie also offers insights and advice from her ongoing evolution on and off the ice, including important tips on how to separate goalie skates from team practice in a way that can help you play better in games, the importance of recovery and tools she uses to optimize it, how her training has changed in recent years, including some articles seen on InGoal, and a lot more.In our Parents Segment, presented by the Stop It Goaltending U app, we have some great advice on how to help your young goalies find and hold onto confidence, with a stick tap to former NHL defenseman Kevin Bieksa and his now Hockey Night in Canada partner, ex NHL goalie Kelly Hrudey.And in our weekly gear segment, we go to The Hockey Shop Source for Sports for a look into a couple of different lines and options from Vaughn for younger goalies.

Episode 276 of the InGoal Radio Podcast, presented by The Hockey Shop Source for Sports, features a can't miss interview with Jake Allen of the New Jersey Devils.In the feature interview presented by NHL Sense Arena, Allen shares advice and anecdotes on everything from switching teams and goalie coaches, to the evolution of the game and his game, as well as the equipment he wears now -- and how it's changed over the years. Allen is as thoughtful and insightful as they come and this conversation is loaded with things that will help young goalies (and goalie parents) get better in their approach to learning and managing a position that is constantly evolving and, perhaps more important, how to improve the way they read, process and anticipate shooters and the play in front of them.In our Parents Segment, presented by the Stop It Goaltending U app, we wrap up a three-part series about the value and downside of keeping statistics for your young goalie with various options that will help add context and value to the way you keep and assess them.And in our weekly gear segment, we go to The Hockey Shop Source for Sports for a look into a couple of different lines and options from Brian's Custom Sports for younger goalies.In this episode we referred to:Brian Daccord in Instagram talking about categorizing goals in a game and how to interpret those.Stop It Goaltending's Gameday appThe Book The Inner Game of Tennis: The Classic Guide to the Mental Side of Peak PerformanceAmazon link in CanadaAmazon Link USA

Episode 275 of the InGoal Radio Podcast, presented by The Hockey Shop Source for Sports, features a fun and informative interview with former NHL goalie Manny Fernandez.In the feature interview presented by NHL Sense Arena, Fernandez shares insights into his 13-year NHL career career that included winning the Jennings Trophy, as well as life as a goalie parent with a child playing in the QMJHL. There are plenty of great lessons on both sides as Fernandez, who recently joined former guest Marco Raimondo to open a new training centre in Montreal, talks about how he improved in an ear without much technical goalie coaching, and how he found a balance for his reactive game as the position began to evolve rapidly in the NHL, including a funny story from working with Francois Allaire during his offseason camps.In our Parents Segment, presented by the Stop It Goaltending U app, we continue our three-part series about the value and downside of keeping statistics for your young goalie, and advice on different ways you can talk to them about their game after it ends.And in our weekly gear segment, we go to The Hockey Shop Source for Sports to learn more about Bauer's all new, limited edition Protocol stick with a 77 flex, a big P28 curve, and the first off-the-rack combination of both the with saving Ergo Spine with their PentaGrip.

Episode 274 of the InGoal Radio Podcast, presented by The Hockey Shop Source for Sports, features the return of performance coach and mental specialist John Stevenson.In the feature interview presented by NHL Sense Arena, we catch up with Stevenson, a registered psychologist and semi-regular guest who last joined InGoal for a webinar alongside long-time client Braden Holtby, to talk about his new project alongside John Haley at highperformancegoalie.com. We get into everything from the real damage being done to goalie performance by screen time and social media, his 3 Rs of moving past a goal against, practices to eliminate tension, and lots more with someone who has quietly worked with more than 15 NHL goalies during his career as a performance coach.In our Parents Segment, presented by the Stop It Goaltending U app, we start a three-part series about the value and downside of keeping statistics for your young goalie.And in our weekly gear segment, we go to The Hockey Shop Source for Sports to learn more about Bauer's Vapor-90 glove with a 580-style break and in-store options to buy it.

Episode 273 of the InGoal Radio Podcast, presented by The Hockey Shop Source for Sports, features a really fun interview with three-time ECHL champion Cam Johnson of the Florida Everblades.In the feature interview presented by NHL Sense Arena,Johnson shares tips from his unprecedented three straight Kelly Cup championship runs and advice on how to handle playoff hockey (he also won a National Championship at the University of North Dakota). The first player ever to win back-to-back playoff MVP awards in the ECHL, the affable Johnson, nicknamed the King of the Coast, has lots of great stories and advice from a pro career that started with the New Jersey Devils and comparisons to Martin Brodeur. It's another can't miss interview.In our Parents Segment, presented by the Stop It Goaltending U app, we answer a question about how to handle things -- and in particular a head coach -- when your child isn't getting any goalie instruction.And in our weekly gear segment, we go to The Hockey Shop Source for Sports to learn about the CCM AXIS F9 lineup, including some Source exclusive pro level features you won't get anywhere else.

Episode 272 of the InGoal Radio Podcast, presented by The Hockey Shop Source for Sports, features Seattle Kraken goalie Joey Daccord.In the feature interview presented by NHL Sense Arena, Daccord shares insights into his offseason preparation and it's evolution, including his game-changing work with the "Postural restoration institute,” and how it's helped. We also talk about everything from technical foundations, to ho he handled a big moment like the Winter Classic, what specific saves he makes that leave him thinking "that was a NHL Sense Arena save," how gear changes work and why specifically he tried a Bauer blocker this summer -- and will he be wearing it in Seattle this season.In our Parents Segment, presented by the Stop It Goaltending U app, we dig into a question a lot of parents face: How do you handle it when your young goalie still seems to love the game but isn't working as hard at it as you think they should be?And in our weekly gear segment, we go to The Hockey Shop Source for Sports to learn about the Bauer MV Pro glove, a new second price option for goalies who want a 600-style closure with X5 Pro graphics.

Episode 271 of the InGoal Radio Podcast, presented by The Hockey Shop Source for Sports, features Washington Capitals puck-stopping prospect Clay Stevenson.In the feature interview presented by NHL Sense Arena, Stevenson brings us up to speed on his first couple of years since turning pro and signing as a free agent out of college (and last talking to the InGoal Radio Podcast), a process that led him to the Capitals despite knowing he'd start in the ECHL while other teams were offering an AHL spot (and recruiting incentives like lunch with a Hall of Fame goalie). He shares lessons and insights from winning back-to-back Calder Cups as AHL champions with the Hershey Bears, and how his game has continued to develop on and off the ice after working and playing with a wide range of new voices.In our Parents Segment, presented by the Stop It Goaltending U app, we check in with sport psychologist Luciano Sommerville for advice on managing parent anxiety, including some breathing exercises that can be helpful at the rink, in the workplace, or anywhere really.And in our weekly gear segment, we go to The Hockey Shop Source for Sports to learn about CCM's new custom AXIS XF mask options, including the scanning process, and its 3D-printed liner.

Episode 269 of the InGoal Radio Podcast, presented by The Hockey Shop Source for Sports, features a fascinating interview with Max Paddock, who went from Memorial Cup All Star at age 17, to playing college volleyball, and is now back in the CHL as a goaltending coach.In the feature interview presented by NHL Sense Arena, Paddock takes us through his unique path back to recently being named the Regina Pats goalie coach more than six years after starting for them at the Memorial Cup, including his break to play volleyball in university while working towards a kinesiology degree he will now finish while coaching. It's a fascinating journey filled with valuable lessons for other goalies and coaches from an athlete whose family is deeply rooted in both sports -- his father, Russ, on the volleyball side at Brandon University and his uncle John having spent 30 years coaching and managing in the WHL, AHL and NHL.In our Parents Segment, presented by the Stop It Goaltending U app, we list all the important elements that will go into having your best season ever as a goalie parent. That segment is a look back at a more in-depth article at InGoal which is unlocked for all to enjoy without an InGoal subscription.And in our weekly gear segment, we go to The Hockey Shop Source for Sports for a look at the True Catalyst 7X3 line, which offers several pro-level features at half the price.

Episode 269 of the InGoal Radio Podcast, presented by The Hockey Shop Source for Sports, features an interview with New Jersey Devils goalie coaches Dave Rogalski and Brian Eklund.In the feature interview presented by NHL Sense Arena, we sat down with Rogalski and Eklund at the USA Hockey National Goaltending Symposium in Minnesota to discuss the state and evolution of the position from youth levels right up to the NHL. Rogalski, who works as the Devils goalie coach, and Eklund, who works with him as their AHL and development goalie coach, discuss everything from how to get more kids playing the position and when they should specialize, to helping them learn to read the game, how to build practices and their work with goalies at the highest level.In our Parents Segment, presented by the Stop It Goaltending U app, we answer a question about whether to wax a goalie stick -- and more important, who should be the one doing it.And in our weekly gear segment, we go to The Hockey Shop Source for Sports for a look at the CCM AXIS XF line, diving a little deeper into what features goalies love after using it all summer.

Episode 268 of the InGoal Radio Podcast, presented by The Hockey Shop Source for Sports, features a fantastic conversation with Mental Coach and author Julia Allain.In the feature interview presented by NHL Sense Arena, Allain shares a lot of the lessons that InGoal first heard her present at the USA Hockey National Goaltending Symposium in Minnesota earlier this summer. It's a wide ranging discussion on things goalies, goalie parents and coaches -- both goalie and head -- can do to develop a mindset that will allow them to be better prepared for the inevitable challenges that come with the position. From how to work on mental skills daily and focus on cognitive skills instead of emotional stress, to how coaches speak to their athletes, this interview is loaded with great takeaways and advice.In our Parents Segment, presented by the Stop It Goaltending U app, we talk how to manage tryouts as a parent, and in a way that will help your goalie approach them with the right mindset.And in our weekly gear segment, we go to The Hockey Shop Source for Sports for a closer look at the Brian's ICONIK X pads and gloves, a lower price point option with plenty of pro features.To purchase Julia's book:Canada: https://amzn.to/4dt7KnEUSA: https://amzn.to/3AsO9FH

Episode 267 of the InGoal Radio Podcast, presented by The Hockey Shop Source for Sports, features an in-person interview with NHL veteran James Reimer. In the feature interview presented by NHL Sense Arena, Reimer shares lessons from a 15-season NHL career that saw him surpass the 500-game milestone last season with the Detroit Red Wings before signing with the Buffalo Sabres for the upcoming season. Reimer talks into how his technique, mindset and offseason approach have all evolved during that time, as well as advice on how to quickly build relationships with goalie coaches and teammates on a new team, and how to find your game and play your best even when you're not playing a lot, something he experienced in Detroit last year. In our Parents Segment, presented by the Stop It Goaltending U app, we talk about how parents can help younger goalies who love the game but may be struggling with their results. And in our weekly gear segment, we go to The Hockey Shop Source for Sports for a closer look at the new CCM AXIS XF pants, with better padding and improved mobility out of the box. 

Episode 266 of the InGoal Radio Podcast, presented by The Hockey Shop Source for Sports, features an in-person interview with trainer Adam Francilia, whose client list features more than a dozen NHL goalies, including two-time Vezina Trophy winner Connor Hellebuyck.In the feature interview presented by NHL Sense Arena, Francilia walks us through some of the unique aspects of a training regiment that has attracted big names like Thatcher Demko, Stuart Skinner and another superstar addition this summer that he reveals in the interview. Francilia shares insights into what a summer with him looks like as goalies transition from one season to the next, and how it varies and is customized depending on when the last season ended, as well as the elements that go into a typical week -- off and on the ice -- as part of those phases.In our Parents Segment, presented by the Stop It Goaltending U app, we look at what parents can help their young goalies focus on the final month of summer leading up to next season.And in our weekly gear segment, we go to The Hockey Shop Source for Sports for a look at Bauer's Reactor R5 gear - stunning digiPrint graphics, off the shelf in a second price point line packed with pro features - at about half the cost.

Episode 265 of the InGoal Radio Podcast, presented by The Hockey Shop Source for Sports, features an in-person sit down with Devon Levi of the Buffalo Sabres. In the feature interview presented by NHL Sense Arena, Levi reflects on his first full season as a pro, including the benefits of -- and lessons learned from -- splitting time between the Sabres in the NHL and their AHL affiliate in Rochester. Levi also talks about how he's learned to manage expectations, the role mediation plays in the his life (off and on the ice), how his use of video review evolves, how he uses a journal to find improvements in his game and daily routines, and (fittingly given the sponsor) specifically how he uses Sense Arena in-season. In our Parents Segment, presented by the Stop It Goaltending U app, we dig into questions about sticks -- specifically choosing the right length and whether it's okay to cut down the shaft.And in our weekly gear segment, we go to The Hockey Shop Source for Sports for a closer look at how much has really changed in the new-and-improved Bauer 960 mask.  

Episode 264 of the InGoal Radio Podcast, presented by The Hockey Shop Source for Sports, features a fantastic and informative interview with Dan De Palma, the long-time coach of the Kamloops Blazers in the WHL.In the feature interview presented by NHL Sense Arena, De Palma shares invaluable insights and lessons on coaching and development from 18 seasons of coaching junior hockey, including the last 15 with the Blazers, where pupils have included Connor Ingram of the Utah Hockey Club, Dylan Garand of the New York Rangers and Dylan Ferguson, who is coming off his first KHL season and playing for the Ottawa Senators two years ago. De Palma also sheds some light on short-format coaching after winning gold with Canada at the under-18 World Championships, and ahead of coaching Canada again at the upcoming Glinka Gretzky Cup, Aug. 5-10 in Edmonton. The interview is loaded with valuable tips and advice that should resonate with goalies, coaches and parents of all ages. In our Parents Segment, presented by the Stop It Goaltending U app, digs into questions from goalie coaches about how to handle the job when their son or daughter starts to play with advice that we hope will also inspire more parents to delve into the world of coaching at some level to help their young goalie. And in our weekly gear segment, we go to The Hockey Shop Source for Sports for a closer look at the new XF Pro stick that has been getting great feedback right up to the NHL for new shaft shape, lightness and improved durability.

Episode 263 of the InGoal Radio Podcast, presented by The Hockey Shop Source for Sports, features two-time USA Olympian and five-time world championship gold-medal winner Alex Cavallini.In the feature interview presented by NHL Sense Arena, we caught up with Cavallini (formerly Alex Rigsby before getting married) at the first ever USA Hockey National Goaltending Symposium in Minnesota and talked about both everything from the state of the women's game (she played 2 seasons in the PWHPA and was the CWHL Goaltender of the Year in his one season with Calgary in that league), as well as in the United States. We also talked about being a still fairly new mom, her work with the St. Louis Blue and Chicago Blackhawks, and her roots in the game in Wisconsin, including parents who didn't want her to be a goalie at first before growing to love being goalie parents -- and the need to educate other parents about those stereotypes -- the evolution of the decision to play versus boys or other girls, and so much more in this can't miss interview.In our Parents Segment, presented by the Stop It Goaltending U app, we enlist the help of four-time Stanley Cup champion Bill Ranford to help goalie parents deal with how to respond when other parents are making negative comments about your young goalie.And in our weekly gear segment, we go to The Hockey Shop Source for Sports for a closer look at the new Bauer KONEKT 2, with a sleek all-black look and plenty of new features and improvements.

Episode 262 of the InGoal Radio Podcast, presented by The Hockey Shop Source for Sports, features Detroit Red Wings goaltender Alex Lyon.In the feature interview presented by NHL Sense Arena, Lyon discusses the balance between being a competitive goaltender who does all they can to stop the puck vs. building a technical structure and how the balance may change as a goaltender gets older. He shares lessons learned working with other goaltenders in the NHL, especially his time with Sergei Bobrovsky in Florida, his own work with young goaltenders like Trey Augustine in Detroit and many lessons of mindset and mental preparation including F1 drivers as inspiration for the focus required throughout a game.In our Parents Segment, presented by the Stop It Goaltending U app, we look at how to help a young goaltender who is frustrated with their teammates, including a response from LA Kings Director of Goaltending Bill Ranford.And in our weekly gear segment, we go to The Hockey Shop Source for Sports for a look at True's Catalyst skates, the off the shelf line from the company well-known for their custom skates.

Episode 261 of the InGoal Radio Podcast, presented by The Hockey Shop Source for Sports, features NHL goalie vision specialist Josh Tucker of True Focus Vision.In the feature interview presented by NHL Sense Arena, Tucker, who has worked with over 30 NHL goalies and 12 teams through his Minnesota-based company True Focus over the past 18 seasons, walks us through some of the tools and methods you can use to improve your vision as it pertains to seeing and stopping puck. From visual system assessments, to the progressive ball drills he does with goalies like Charlie Lindgren and Jake Oettinger, to introducing Marc-Andre Fleury to strobe glasses and how they can be used to improve your goaltending, Tucker shares it all.In our Parents Segment, presented by the Stop It Goaltending U app, we get into the many benefits of having your goalie spend a little time wearing the stripes as a referee.And in our weekly gear segment, we go to The Hockey Shop Source for Sports for a closer look at the new Bauer Shadow Chest Protector and the first ever hybrid tuck/untuck system!

Episode 260 of the InGoal Radio Podcast, presented by The Hockey Shop Source for Sports, features Charlie Lindgren of the Washington Capitals.In the feature interview presented by NHL Sense Arena, Lindgren talks us through some of the keys behind his breakout season in Washington, and the technical and tactical changes that started during his one season with the St. Louis Blues, which includes stopping on the inside skate. Yes, you read that right, in certain situations Lindgren stops a lateral push with his trailing leg rather than his lead leg. Don't worry, he explains it all in detail, as well as several other great tips and advice on everything from vision training to mental approach.In our Parents Segment, presented by the Stop It Goaltending U app, we tie in Lindgren's talk about vision training with a guest segment from his longtime sports vision coach, Josh Tucker of True Focus Vision in Minnesota, who explains what the first step should be for parents looking into adding some extra eye-hand training for their young goalie.We also go to The Hockey Shop Source for Sports for a closer look at the Warrior G7 Pro line, including some gorgeous color options that are exclusive to our friends at The Hockey Shop, and a classic "old man yells at clouds" rant about the names of some lines from Woody.

Episode 259 of the InGoal Radio Podcast, presented by The Hockey Shop Source for Sports, features Detroit Red Wings head of goaltending scouting and development Phil Osaer.In the feature interview presented by NHL Sense Arena, Osaer sat down with InGoal during the USA Hockey National Goaltending Symposium and delivered what is basically a State of the Position address from the youth levels to the NHL, tapping into his experiences since retiring from a 12 year pro career in North America and Europe and moving into the management side of the game. That includes everything from being a director of hockey operations in the NCAA to goalie coaching in the USHL, goalie scouting for the Tampa Bay Lighting, working with the Red Wings since 2019, and perhaps most relevant to this conversation, being USA Hockey's first goaltending development manager and helping to create the first goalie coach development program and 51 in 30 initiative.In our Parents Segment, presented by the Stop It Goaltending U app, we continue with an important theme that came out of our talk with Osaer and share great reasons every kid should try goalie.All that, plus another trip to see Cam at The Hockey Shop Source for Sports for an in-depth look at the hot new Bauer Shadow stick.

Episode 258 of the InGoal Radio Podcast, presented by The Hockey Shop Source for Sports, features a fantastic and informative interview with American-born, now France-based pro Dylan St. Cyr.In the feature interview presented by NHL Sense Arena, St. Cyr shares his roots in the game as the son of Manon Rhéaume, the first woman to play in the NHL, and his path to the US National Team Development program, then college and now overseas playing professionally in France -- all as a 5-foot-8 goalie. St. Cyr talks about he overcame some size stereotypes and other situations where it left him with no margin for error, and the lessons and advice that come from trying to overcome both, including some really important thoughts for college goalies. He also gets into playing style and the foundation that allowed him to excel even in limited minutes at Notre Dame and Quinnipiac before finishing his NCAA career by playing 37 of 38 for Michigan State, and how he applies it all now as a coach working camps this summer with his mom and long-tome coach AJ Walczac at Armour GoaltendingYou can find them at:  @Armour_Elite @Dylanstcyr   @ArmourgoaltendingIn our Parents Segment, presented by the Stop It Goaltending U app, we share 5 great tips for new goaltending parents.We also go to The Hockey Shop Source for Sports to look at the new  Bauer Shadow Pads and Gloves.

Episode 257 of the InGoal Radio Podcast, features a deep dive on all things goalie mindset with Pete Fry, The Goalie Mindset Guy.In the feature interview presented by NHL Sense Arena, we turned to Fry to help goalies, goalie coaches and goalie parents focus on how to work on improving their mindset and approach to the mental game this offseason. With everything from how to manufacture confidence, to understanding and setting your optimum hype level, visualization and the and the importance to resting your mind in game with the three mental zones, Fry shares tips on how to get mentally stronger.In our Parents Segment, presented by the Stop It Goaltending U app, we continue the mindset theme with advice to help parents prepare their mindset to help, not hinder, your young goalie.We also go to The Hockey Shop Source for Sports to look at the new CCM Pro Chest Protector -- the first time that CCM has made their NHL certified model available to the public.

Episode 256 of the InGoal Radio Podcast, presented by The Hockey Shop Source for Sports, features a in-depth interview with two-time NCAA Champion Matt Davis from the University of Denver.In the feature interview presented by NHL Sense Arena, Davis takes us through the highlight -- and one highlight reel save in particular -- of a spectacular run up to and throughout the playoffs that included a .956 save percentage overall and a eye-popping .979 save percentage in the Frozen Four. Davis digs into the mental side of the game and tools he used to manage the spotlight on college hockey's biggest stage, as well as his technical evolution with DU goalie coach Ryan Massa, including advice on controlling rebounds without using your hands. In our Parents Segment, presented by the Stop It Goaltending U app, we talk about wanting your kids work harder, and finding a balance between proper motivation and pushing the wrong way.All that, plus a trip to The Hockey Shop Source for Sports to look at the new Warrior Ritual M3 stick line.

Episode 255 of the InGoal Radio Podcast, presented by The Hockey Shop Source for Sports, features an interview with Edmonton Oilers goalie Calvin Pickard.In the feature interview presented by NHL Sense Arena, Pickard shares some insights into an admittedly surprising return to the NHL this season with the Oilers, and how he was able to make it a successful 23-game run after only playing 12 NHL games over the previous four seasons combined. Pickard shares advice on everything from managing the transition to a new team, to handling long stretches with the play at the other end and low-shot games, two facts of life behind the Oilers, and how he stays sharp in practice facing Connor McDavid.In our Parents Segment, presented by the Stop It Goaltending U app, we are joined by Maria Mountain of Goalie Training Pro for some advice on what age to start off-ice training.All that, plus a trip to The Hockey Shop Source for Sports to look at 3 new CCM kneepad options.