InGoal Radio Podcast – Details, episodes & analysis

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 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 170 of the InGoal Radio Podcast, presented by The Hockey Shop Source for Sports, features the return of Michael Lawrence, goalie coach for HC Lugano in Switzerland's top pro league, the NLA, and owner of Pro Goaltending Schools in Ontario.

In that feature interview, presented by Sense Arena, Lawrence peels back the layers on how to balance in-season and long-term development in the win-now environment of pro hockey, a process he went through with Elvis Merzlikins in Lugano, and one that is increasingly important in the NHL after a record 119 different goalies got into a game this season (and 27 and counting in the first round of the playoffs already). Lawrence, who spent time in the OHL and KHL before moving to the Swiss League eight seasons ago, also touches on some biomechanics and the importance of what he calls a "pinch" in a goalie's set up; teaching a multiple stance system with a narrow, or "perimeter feet" set up when the puck is on the perimeter; some of the key development differences he sees between Europe's club system and the private models in Canada; and how he uses new goalie analytics to not only scout goalies, but also to help his goalies get better with targeted work in season.

All that, plus a trip to The Hockey Shop Source for Sports for some options to keep your gear from smelling as bad as Woody's game, including a spray he swears saved his marriage.

Episode 169 of the InGoal Radio Podcast, presented by The Hockey Shop Source for Sports, features the return of our fearless leader Daren Millard and a fun, fascinating conversation with Vancouver Canucks puck-stopping icon Kirk McLean.

In that feature interview, presented by Sense Arena, McLean takes us through a 16-season NHL career that included 11 memorable seasons with the Canucks, including a spectacular run to Game 7 of the 1994 Stanley Cup Final. Labeled by many as one of the last of the stand-up goalies by the end of his career in 2001, McLean shares stories on his early inspirations and coaching, talks about style, both in terms of eschewing the butterfly and perhaps not coincidentally never sustaining a groin or knee injury, and the iconic look he brought back for the Canucks 50th Anniversary celebrations, and having Thatcher Demko reach out last summer to make sure it was okay to do a tribute set this season.

All that, plus a trip to The Hockey Shop Source for Sports for a look at the new Brian's G-Netik X5 line, a second price point option with plenty of pro level features. 

Episode 168 of the InGoal Radio Podcast, presented by The Hockey Shop Source for Sports, features a fantastic interview with Honey Baker Trophy Winner Dryden McKay.

In that feature interview, presented by Sense Arena, McKay goes into detail about the changes he’s made moving up through junior and college hockey, adapting as a smaller goaltender to eventually become the top player in NCAA Hockey this season, breaking the shutout record and posting “video game” numbers for Minnesota State this year. His season concluded by signing with the AHL’s Toronto Marlies as he embarks on his pro career. As so often happens with young goaltenders on the podcast, McKay shares so many great details and insights from his young career that we know goalies of all ages will find lots in this chat to enjoy and even add to their games.

All that, plus a trip to The Hockey Shop Source for Sports as body and Cam look at True’s new L20.2 line with some important new changes you’ll want to hear about.

Episode 167 of the InGoal Radio Podcast, presented by The Hockey Shop Source for Sports, features a fascinating in-depth interview with US Olympian and newly signed San Jose Sharks goalie Strauss Mann.

In that feature interview, presented by Sense Arena, Mann takes us through a career path defined by perseverance: from not getting to start in high school until his senior year, then leading his team to the U18 National Championship, going from a partial scholarship at the University of Michigan to being the first goalie named captain in 78 years and posting consecutive .930+ seasons, to leaving that powerhouse early to turn pro and play in Sweden this season and earning the recent contract with the Sharks -- not to mention the chance to represent his country (and beat Canada) at the Beijing Olympics. It's a path forged in Mann's self belief, even when others couldn't see it, a growth mindset in everything he does, and leave-no-stone-unturned approach to the position that the 23-year-old graciously shares several elements of with us in this can't miss interview.

All that, plus a trip to The Hockey Shop Source for Sports for a first in-depth look at the innovative new Warrior G6 line, which will get a lot of attention for a removable plastic slide plate over the knee stack that could make these the fastest pads on the market, but also includes several other exciting new features, and new options for the blocker and glove.

Episode 166 of the InGoal Radio Podcast, presented by The Hockey Shop Source for Sports, features an interview with Olympic Gold Medal winner and now Arizona Coyote Harri Säteri.

In that feature interview, presented by Sense Arena, Säteri talks about his Olympic experience helping Finland to their first ever Olympic Gold, his career and playing lyle and a look at the challenges adjusting to the NHL after his time on the bigger ice surface of the KHL.

All that, plus a trip to The Hockey Shop Source for Sports for a pa look t the now- available Bauer Pro Return sticks - with wide variety of styles, custom specs and colors, and of course pro curves not available at retail.  If you want to own a stick made for your favourite NHL goaltender - today cold be your lucky day!

Episode 165 of the InGoal Radio Podcast, presented by The Hockey Shop Source for Sports, features a lengthy interview with Katie Burt fresh off her Isobel Cup championship win with the Boston Pride of the Premier Hockey Federation (formerly NWHL).

In that feature interview, presented by Sense Arena, Burt talks about the switch from playing in the PWHPA back to the PHF, where she was originally drafted first overall by the Pride after a record-setting NCAA career at Boston College, and a championship run on ESPN. Burt shares some fascinating insights into how her game has evolved in the two years since her last appearance on the InGoal Radio Podcast, including how her work as a coach at Stop It Goaltending has helped her think and talk about -- and even play -- the position differently, and why she finally abandoned her unique no toe ties philosophy.

All that, plus a trip to The Hockey Shop Source for Sports for a preview of the upcoming Bauer Pro Return Sale, featuring exclusive offers on pads, blockers, gloves and sticks from top NHL goalies including Andrei Vasilevskiy and Linus Ullmark.

Video version of the gear segment available here: https://youtu.be/7ITprFyfalI

Episode 164 of the InGoal Radio Podcast, presented by The Hockey Shop Source for Sports, features a conversation with 12-year pro Kevin Poulin of the Laval Rocket and we check in with Taylor Joseph who went from EBUG to AHL starter and his first professional win last week.

In that feature interview, presented by Sense Arena, Poulin talks with us about his career, including in the NHL with the New York Islanders, the KHL and other European stops. We hear about his Spengler Cup Championship, a 2018 Olympic Bronze with Canada and his recent return to North America where he continues to evolve his game with lessons applicable for all InGoal listeners.

Joseph also tells us about a remarkable week the many of us can only dream of. With his season over, the Canadian University goaltender had been off the ice for six weeks when he got the call as an EBUG with the AHL’s Toronto Marlies and just hours before the game was informed he was getting the start.

All that, plus a trip to The Hockey Shop Source for Sports to look at the new Vaughn SLR3 which includes a number of significant enhancements to pads, glove and blocker that are well worth looking at if you are shopping for your next set of gear.