Michael Russo and Anthony LaPanta talk Minnesota Wild and the rest of the NHL
The Worst Seats in the House with Michael Russo and Anthony LaPanta is a must-listen podcast for any Minnesota Wild fan. With Russo's unparalleled hockey knowledge and insight, coupled with LaPanta's inside perspective as a broadcaster, this podcast provides listeners with an incredible behind-the-scenes look at the team and the broader league. The hosts have great chemistry together, making for an entertaining and informative show.
One of the best aspects of this podcast is the wealth of insider information that Russo brings to every episode. As a beat writer, his knowledge of the sport is extensive, and he regularly provides in-depth analysis and behind-the-scenes stories that you won't hear anywhere else. Additionally, LaPanta's perspective adds another layer of depth to the show, providing insights from a broadcaster's point of view. Together, they make a great team and offer unique perspectives on all things Wild-related.
Another positive aspect of this podcast is its production quality. The audio is clear, and it is evident that care has been taken to ensure a professional sound. This attention to detail enhances the listening experience and makes it enjoyable.
However, one potential downside to this podcast is the focus on COVID-related topics. While it is understandable that COVID has had a significant impact on sports, some listeners may find it tiring to constantly hear about it during episodes. Although COVID discussions are relevant in terms of how they affect the NHL and its handling of games and protocols, some fans may prefer more emphasis on game analysis or player interviews.
In conclusion, The Worst Seats in the House with Michael Russo and Anthony LaPanta is an exceptional podcast for Minnesota Wild fans. With their deep knowledge of the team combined with their engaging storytelling abilities, Russo and LaPanta provide listeners with unparalleled access to behind-the-scenes information about the team. While there may be slight gripes about COVID-related discussions taking up a significant portion of episodes, overall, this podcast delivers high-quality content and is a must-listen for any Wild fan.

In the latest WSITH, Russo and LaPanta discuss Guerin and Hynes' end-of-year presser, the pursuit of a No. 1 center, Gustavsson's hip surgery, extending Hughes and what free agents could be back.Supported by: Aquarius Home Services (www.aquariushomeservices.com/)OnX Maps (www.onxmaps.com/) StretchLab (stretchlab.com/) Great Clips (www.greatclips.com/) & Find LUCY near you at lucy.co/stores, or save 20% on your first online order at lucy.co/WORSTSEATS with promo code WORSTSEATS.See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

After the most disappointing playoff loss in Wild history, Russo and LaPanta discuss what went wrong down the stretch, how the Wild blew a 3-0 lead in Colorado, the effect of not having Eriksson Ek and Brodin, Kaprizov's performance and how incredible Nathan MacKinnon is.Supported by: Aquarius Home Services (www.aquariushomeservices.com/)OnX Maps (www.onxmaps.com/) StretchLab (stretchlab.com/) Great Clips (www.greatclips.com/) & Find LUCY near you at lucy.co/stores, or save 20% on your first online order at lucy.co/WORSTSEATS with promo code WORSTSEATS.See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

The Avs came to play in Game 4 and the Wild did not. On Game 5's literal "must-win," Hynes' pointed postgame comments, Boldy's tough series, the McCarron-Manson incident, the impact of the Eriksson Ek/Brodin injuries and Bednar's shrewd moves. Supported by: Aquarius Home Services (www.aquariushomeservices.com/)OnX Maps (www.onxmaps.com/) StretchLab (stretchlab.com/) Great Clips (www.greatclips.com/) & Find LUCY near you at lucy.co/stores, or save 20% on your first online order at lucy.co/WORSTSEATS with promo code WORSTSEATS.See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

Russo and LaPanta wax poetic about what a crowd there was inside and outside of Game 3, plus an exciting #mnwild win, sensational performances by Kirill, Quinn, Fabes, Wally, the Folignos, Spurge and more and look ahead to Game 4.Supported by: Aquarius Home Services (www.aquariushomeservices.com/) OnX Maps (www.onxmaps.com/) StretchLab (stretchlab.com/) Great Clips (www.greatclips.com/) & Find LUCY near you at lucy.co/stores, or save 20% on your first online order at lucy.co/WORSTSEATS with promo code WORSTSEATS.See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

In front of a packed house at Tuttle's, LaPanta and Russo talk about the Avs' 2-0 series lead, what the Wild need to fix in order to win Game 3 and take load of questions from the audience.Supported by: Aquarius Home Services (www.aquariushomeservices.com/) OnX Maps (www.onxmaps.com/) StretchLab (stretchlab.com/) Great Clips (www.greatclips.com/) & Find LUCY near you at lucy.co/stores, or save 20% on your first online order at lucy.co/WORSTSEATS with promo code WORSTSEATS.See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

The Wild didn't appear ready for a mindset and style change going from Dallas to Colorado in Game 1, and Russo and LaPanta break down the atypically poor defensive performance, a tough night for Wallstedt and what to expect in Game 2Supported by: Aquarius Home Services (www.aquariushomeservices.com/) OnX Maps (www.onxmaps.com/) StretchLab (stretchlab.com/) Great Clips (www.greatclips.com/) & Find LUCY near you at lucy.co/stores, or save 20% on your first online order at lucy.co/WORSTSEATS with promo code WORSTSEATS.See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

The first-round exit narrative is over and done with, and Russo and LaPanta break down the #mnwild's terrific first-round win over Dallas, look ahead to the Wild-Avs showdown, talk other series' and LaPanta shares thoughts on the end of Fan Duel Sports North.from Aquarius Home Services Studio (www.aquariushomeservices.com)Supported by: Aquarius Home Services (www.aquariushomeservices.com/) OnX Maps (www.onxmaps.com/) StretchLab (stretchlab.com/) & Great Clips (www.greatclips.com/)See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

For the first time since 2015, the Wild have put themselves in position to close out a first-round series on home ice, and after another solid Game 5 performance, Minnesota is oozing with confidence. Russo and LaPanta break down Game 5 and forecast what could be a special Game 6.from Aquarius Home Services Studio (www.aquariushomeservices.com)Supported by: Aquarius Home Services (www.aquariushomeservices.com/) OnX Maps (www.onxmaps.com/) StretchLab (stretchlab.com/) & Great Clips (www.greatclips.com/)See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

In the latest WSITH @talknorthpod, Russo and LaPanta discuss Boldy's Game 4 OT heroics, Wallstedt's steadiness, the lineup if Zuccarello returns for Game 5, Heiskanen's defensive prowess, Dallas' historically good power play and Benn's Oscar worthiness. from Aquarius Home Services Studio (www.aquariushomeservices.com)Supported by: Aquarius Home Services (www.aquariushomeservices.com/) OnX Maps (www.onxmaps.com/) StretchLab (stretchlab.com/) & Great Clips (www.greatclips.com/)See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

Despite giving up 18 shots at even-strength in 4 1/2 minutes, the Wild and their special teams once again flopped on the PP and PK against Dallas. Russo and LaPanta discuss Kaprizov, a lack of discipline and the all-world Miro Heiskanen. A Game 3 double OT heartbreaker leads to a must-win Game 4.from Aquarius Home Services Studio (www.aquariushomeservices.com)Supported by: Aquarius Home Services (www.aquariushomeservices.com/) OnX Maps (www.onxmaps.com/) StretchLab (stretchlab.com/) & Great Clips (www.greatclips.com/)See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

In a bonus WSITH, @russohockey and @anthonylapanta break down a Game 2 loss, talk Game 3 potential lineups, Dallas' physicality and much morefrom Aquarius Home Services Studio (www.aquariushomeservices.com)Supported by: Aquarius Home Services (www.aquariushomeservices.com/) OnX Maps (www.onxmaps.com/) StretchLab (stretchlab.com/) & Great Clips (www.greatclips.com/)See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

In a special Worst Seats in the house @talknorthpod, @russohockey and @anthonylapanta break down a 6-1 blowout of the Stars in Game 1, Wallstedt's performance, Hughes-Faber masterclass, tremendous Eriksson Ek, Kirill, Boldy efforts and what they expect in Game 2from Aquarius Home Services Studio (www.aquariushomeservices.com)Supported by: Aquarius Home Services (www.aquariushomeservices.com/) OnX Maps (www.onxmaps.com/) StretchLab (stretchlab.com/) & Great Clips (www.greatclips.com/)See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

In front of a packed house at Splitrocks, goaltending takes up the majority of the conversation between @anthonylapanta and @russohockey, plus #mnwild lineup chatter, keys to the series and … upgrade list distractions during this WSITH @talknorthpod.from Aquarius Home Services Studio (www.aquariushomeservices.com) Supported by: Aquarius Home Services (www.aquariushomeservices.com/) OnX Maps (www.onxmaps.com/) StretchLab (stretchlab.com/) & Great Clips (www.greatclips.com/)See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

During a live show at Tuttle's, @russohockey and @anthonylapanta discuss the hot streaks by Kaprizov and Boldy, the #mnwild's plans for the final week with home ice advantage suddenly a possibility in the first round and the potential playoff lineup. from Aquarius Home Services Studio (www.aquariushomeservices.com) Supported by: Aquarius Home Services (www.aquariushomeservices.com/) OnX Maps (www.onxmaps.com/) StretchLab (stretchlab.com/)

During this special Worst Seats in the House @talknorthpod, @russohockey and @anthonylapanta talk about the tragic loss of friend and colleague Jessi Pierce and their three kids and then turn to her beloved #mnwild, potential playoff lineup and Jared Spurgeon's 1,000 games. Next live show is April 6 at Tuttle's at 7 pm from Aquarius Home Services Studio (www.aquariushomeservices.com) Supported by: Aquarius Home Services (www.aquariushomeservices.com/) OnX Maps (www.onxmaps.com/) Royal Credit Union (www.rcu.org)

Fireworks erupt when Russo and LaPanta discuss the playoff format, plus the boys discuss Johansson, #mnwild playoff line combinations and Bob Motzko's departure. Next live show is April 6 at Tuttle's from Aquarius Home Services Studio (www.aquariushomeservices.com) Supported by: Aquarius Home Services (www.aquariushomeservices.com/) OnX Maps (www.onxmaps.com/) Royal Credit Union (www.rcu.org)

Live from Elsie's, the boys talk #mnwild deadline, what Guerin meant with his Bobby Brink comment, the playoff format and OT penalty rules and Russo's new, heavily-used LaPanta stress relief puck. from Aquarius Home Services Studio (www.aquariushomeservices.com) Supported by: Aquarius Home Services (www.aquariushomeservices.com/) OnX Maps (www.onxmaps.com/) Royal Credit Union (www.rcu.org)

In this bonus WSITH @talknorthpod, Russo and LaPanta break down the #mnwild's active trade deadline, the additions, subtractions, and much more. Next live pod is Monday at 7 at Elsie's from Aquarius Home Services Studio (www.aquariushomeservices.com) Supported by: Aquarius Home Services (www.aquariushomeservices.com/) OnX Maps (www.onxmaps.com/) Royal Credit Union (www.rcu.org)

In the latest WSITH @talknorthpod, Russo is fresh off the plane from NYC, where he watched Quinn on The Tonight Show. Plus, Russo and LaPanta talk trade deadline and depth scoring. Next live show: March 9, 7 p.m., Elsie's from Aquarius Home Services Studio (www.aquariushomeservices.com) Supported by: Aquarius Home Services (www.aquariushomeservices.com/) OnX Maps (www.onxmaps.com/) Royal Credit Union (www.rcu.org)

In the latest WSITH, Russo and LaPanta discuss the gold medals won by the USA's women's and men's hockey teams, the aftermath and resumption of the #mnwild season. from Aquarius Home Services Studio (www.aquariushomeservices.com) Supported by: Aquarius Home Services (www.aquariushomeservices.com/) OnX Maps (www.onxmaps.com/) Royal Credit Union (www.rcu.org)

In a special WSITH, #mnwild assistant GM and USA Hockey Olympic exec Chris Kelleher joins to show to discuss a stressful quarterfinal, Quinn Hughes' heroics, the Hughes and Tkachuk Bros., Auston Matthews, Chris Drury and Ryan Whitney, being part of a special staff and the upcoming trade deadline from Aquarius Home Services Studio (www.aquariushomeservices.com) Supported by: Aquarius Home Services (www.aquariushomeservices.com/) OnX Maps (www.onxmaps.com/) Royal Credit Union (www.rcu.org)

In the latest WSITH, Russo and LaPanta discuss the #mnwild's propensity for OT, their interest in Trocheck, Russo's time at the Olympics and LaPanta hogging the postgame mic. from Aquarius Home Services Studio (www.aquariushomeservices.com) Supported by: Aquarius Home Services (www.aquariushomeservices.com/) OnX Maps (www.onxmaps.com/), & Royal Credit Union (www.rcu.org/)

In the latest WSITH, @russohockey and @anthonylapanta discuss just how much Quinn Hughes has impacted the #mnwild, talk impressive win over the Oilers, the Olympics and answer X questions. from Aquarius Home Services Studio (www.aquariushomeservices.com) Supported by: Aquarius Home Services (www.aquariushomeservices.com/) OnX Maps (www.onxmaps.com/), & Royal Credit Union (www.rcu.org/)

In front of a full house at Elsie's, @russohockey and @anthonylapanta talk about the joy of Hockey Day Minnesota, #mnwild OT's, answer trade deadline questions and @marklazerus joins to discuss the Hawks, Stars and much more. from Aquarius Home Services Studio (www.aquariushomeservices.com) Supported by: Aquarius Home Services (www.aquariushomeservices.com/) OnX Maps (www.onxmaps.com/)

After a 2-1 road trip, @russohockey and @anthonylapanta preview the 4-game homestand, talk Kaprizov, their NHL Situation Room visit, other fun stuff and discuss potential trades. Not to forget Anthony's MN Hockey Day Scares. Next live show: Monday, Jan. 26, 7 p.m. at Elsie's from Aquarius Home Services Studio (www.aquariushomeservices.com) Supported by: Aquarius Home Services (www.aquariushomeservices.com/) OnX Maps (www.onxmaps.com/)

In the latest WSITH @talknorthpod live at Splitrocks, @russohockey and @anthonylapanta discuss the #mnwild's choppy play of late, gush over Quinn Hughes and discuss Faber's great play, the Olympics, playoff format and trade deadline. Next live show: Jan. 26 at 7 at Elsie's. from Aquarius Home Services Studio (www.aquariushomeservices.com) Supported by: Aquarius Home Services (www.aquariushomeservices.com/) OnX Maps (www.onxmaps.com/)

The #mnwild have points in the first 5 games on this 7-game trip, and Russo and LaPanta talk about Quinn Hughes' impact, plus 8 Olympians, Johansson's omission and the reasons behind the Jason Robertson snubbing. Next live show: Jan. 13 at Splitrocks from Aquarius Home Services Studio (www.aquariushomeservices.com) Supported by: Aquarius Home Services (www.aquariushomeservices.com/) OnX Maps (www.onxmaps.com/)

In a fun Worst Seats in the House @talknorthpod, @russohockey and @anthonylapanta talk about the powerhouse Avs, the #mnwild's schedule, Hughes-Faber, Tarasenko, Boldy, plus the potential USA Olympic hockey roster. from Aquarius Home Services Studio (www.aquariushomeservices.com) Supported by: Aquarius Home Services (www.aquariushomeservices.com/) Royal Credit Union (www.rcu.org/) Twill Edina Galleria OnX Maps (www.onxmaps.com/) Clamshell Beach Resort (www.cottagesonwhitefish.com/)

The latest Worst Seats in the House @talknorthpod in front of a record crowd of exhilarated #mnwild fans at Tuttle's with @russohockey and @anthonylapanta is wall to wall Quinn Hughes talk. Enjoy! from Aquarius Home Services Studio (www.aquariushomeservices.com) Supported by: Aquarius Home Services (www.aquariushomeservices.com/) Royal Credit Union (www.rcu.org/) Twill Edina Galleria OnX Maps (www.onxmaps.com/) Clamshell Beach Resort (www.cottagesonwhitefish.com/)

In the latest WSITH @talknorthpod, @russohockey and @anthonylapanta talk #mnwild (and Russo) travel problems, the Wild's 2-2 road trip, another elite Brodin effort vs. McJesus and producer Davide joins to talk Italian wine. Next live show: Dec. 15 at 7 p.m. at Tuttle's from Aquarius Home Services Studio (www.aquariushomeservices.com) Supported by: Aquarius Home Services (www.aquariushomeservices.com/) Royal Credit Union (www.rcu.org/) Twill Edina Galleria OnX Maps (www.onxmaps.com/) Clamshell Beach Resort (www.cottagesonwhitefish.com/) Stretchlab (www.stretchlab.com)

On the latest WSITH @talknorthpod, Russo and LaPanta talk about the #mnwild 11-1-2 November during a fun podcast with plenty of stories and questions answered. Next live pod: Dec. 15 at 7 pm at Tuttle's from Aquarius Home Services Studio (www.aquariushomeservices.com) Supported by: Aquarius Home Services (www.aquariushomeservices.com/) Royal Credit Union (www.rcu.org/) Twill Edina Galleria OnX Maps (www.onxmaps.com/) Clamshell Beach Resort (www.cottagesonwhitefish.com/) Stretchlab (www.stretchlab.com)

In the latest WSITH @talknorthpod, @russohockey and @anthonylapanta discuss the dynamic duo of Wallstedt and Gustavsson, the flip of the switch between #mnwild in October vs. November, and Margo settles the heated subwoofer debate. Next live show: Dec. 15 at 7 pm at Tuttle's from Aquarius Home Services Studio (www.aquariushomeservices.com) Supported by: Aquarius Home Services (www.aquariushomeservices.com/) Royal Credit Union (www.rcu.org/) Twill Edina Galleria OnX Maps (www.onxmaps.com/) Clamshell Beach Resort (www.cottagesonwhitefish.com/) Stretchlab (www.stretchlab.com)

Live from Splitrocks, Russo can't get over LaPanta not giving him credit for diagnosing a house issue, plus they fight over Buium in 3-on-3 and discuss the #mnwild's got streak, commitment to defense and Yurov on first line. from Aquarius Home Services Studio (www.aquariushomeservices.com) Supported by: Aquarius Home Services (www.aquariushomeservices.com/) Royal Credit Union (www.rcu.org/) Twill Edina Galleria OnX Maps (www.onxmaps.com/) Clamshell Beach Resort (www.cottagesonwhitefish.com/) Stretchlab (www.stretchlab.com)

In the latest WSITH @talknorthpod, @russohockey and @anthonylapanta discuss the #mnwild's poor overtimes, when to unleash Zeev Buium, the solid play of Daemon Hunt and Russo's experience covering the Rivalry Series. Next live show: Nov. 18 at 7 pm at Splitrocks from Aquarius Home Services Studio (www.aquariushomeservices.com) Supported by: Aquarius Home Services (www.aquariushomeservices.com/) Royal Credit Union (www.rcu.org/) Twill Edina Galleria OnX Maps (www.onxmaps.com/) Clamshell Beach Resort (www.cottagesonwhitefish.com/) Stretchlab (www.stretchlab.com)

With the #mnwild reeling on this homestand, @russohockey and @anthonylapanta talk about the win over Vancouver, Spurgeon's meeting, the lines when Zuccarello returns, Johansson's great play and Russo's sitdown with Josh Harding. Next live show: Nov. 18 at 7 pm at Splitrocks from Aquarius Home Services Studio (www.aquariushomeservices.com) Supported by: Aquarius Home Services (www.aquariushomeservices.com/) Royal Credit Union (www.rcu.org/) Twill Edina Galleria OnX Maps (www.onxmaps.com/) Clamshell Beach Resort (www.cottagesonwhitefish.com/) Stretchlab (www.stretchlab.com)

Live at Tuttle's, @anthonylapanta and @russohockey debate the #mnwild's rocky start and roster construction, the struggling vets, the struggling youngsters, Hynes' security, Russo's Guerin sitdown and lots more during this MEATY show. Next live show: Nov. 18 at 7 pm at Splitrocks. from Aquarius Home Services Studio (www.aquariushomeservices.com) Supported by: Aquarius Home Services (www.aquariushomeservices.com/) Royal Credit Union (www.rcu.org/) Twill Edina Galleria OnX Maps (www.onxmaps.com/) Clamshell Beach Resort (www.cottagesonwhitefish.com/) Stretchlab (www.stretchlab.com)

On the latest Worst Seats @talknorthpod, @anthonylapanta and @russohockey talk about Yurov's special MSG goal, gush over Lou Nanne and discuss the good and bad of the #mnwild's start. Next live show: Oct. 27 at 7 pm at Tuttle's. from Aquarius Home Services Studio (www.aquariushomeservices.com) Supported by: Aquarius Home Services (www.aquariushomeservices.com/) Royal Credit Union (www.rcu.org/) Twill Edina Galleria OnX Maps (www.onxmaps.com/) Clamshell Beach Resort (www.cottagesonwhitefish.com/) Stretchlab (www.stretchlab.com)

Under the Love Field flight path, Russo and LaPanta talk about #mnwild's start, 2nd line, scorching power play, Kaprizov-Rossi-Boldy brilliance and Yurov/Jiricek. Next live show: Oct. 27 at Tuttle's at 7 pm from Aquarius Home Services Studio (www.aquariushomeservices.com) Supported by: Aquarius Home Services (www.aquariushomeservices.com/) Royal Credit Union (www.rcu.org/) Twill Edina Galleria OnX Maps (www.onxmaps.com/) Clamshell Beach Resort (www.cottagesonwhitefish.com/) Stretchlab (www.stretchlab.com)

With the #mnwild season on the horizon, Russo and LaPanta look ahead, talk Gus extension, Yurov/Ohgren, the other 97's extension and give a TV tutorial. Next live show: Oct. 27 at 7 pm at Tuttle's from Aquarius Home Services Studio (www.aquariushomeservices.com) Supported by: Aquarius Home Services (www.aquariushomeservices.com/) Royal Credit Union (www.rcu.org/) Twill Edina Galleria OnX Maps (www.onxmaps.com/) Clamshell Beach Resort (www.cottagesonwhitefish.com/) Stretchlab (www.stretchlab.com)

In this bonus Worst Seats @talknorthpod, Russo and LaPanta wonder why the heck everybody was panicking before Kirill Kaprizov signed his record 8-year, $136 million extension. Next live pod: Oct. 6 at Elsie's at 7 pm. from Aquarius Home Services Studio (www.aquariushomeservices.com) Supported by: Aquarius Home Services (www.aquariushomeservices.com/) Royal Credit Union (www.rcu.org/) Twill Edina Galleria OnX Maps (www.onxmaps.com/) Clamshell Beach Resort (www.cottagesonwhitefish.com/) Stretchlab (www.stretchlab.com)

In front of a packed house at Tuttle's, Haight, Yurov, Ohgren and the final 2 preseason games are amongst the topics, plus LaPanta makes Russo

In the latest Worst Seats @talknorthpod, Russo and LaPanta talk about Danila Yurov's chance Thursday night, plus Jiricek, Haight, Sturm, Ohgren and, of course, Kaprizov. Next live show: Sept. 29 at 7 pm at Tuttle's. from Aquarius Home Services Studio (www.aquariushomeservices.com) Supported by: Aquarius Home Services (www.aquariushomeservices.com/) Royal Credit Union (www.rcu.org/) Twill Edina Galleria OnX Maps (www.onxmaps.com/) Clamshell Beach Resort (www.cottagesonwhitefish.com/)