Episodes

  • Alex DeBrincat: Everything happens for a reason
    Jan 8 2025
    Daniella Bruce and Ken Kal are joined by Red Wings right winger Alex DeBrincat this week. The Michigan native goes back to his days in Farmington Hills and Traverse City and talks about playing for the team he grew up rooting for. Which former Red Wings player did he try to model his game after? Also in this episode, DeBrincat shares his thoughts on what it's like to be booed as a visiting player. Presented by Fieger Law.
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    22 mins
  • Jason Benetti & Dan Dickerson: On the Call
    Jan 2 2025

    Ken Daniels is joined by the television and radio voices of the Detroit Tigers, Jason Benetti and Dan Dickerson, respectively, this week to share broadcasting memories from the various booths they've called games from. How did they each find an affinity for the art of play-by-play? The trio also preview the upcoming "Hot Stove Stories! Rounding the Bases with Mike Tirico" event which will feature engaging sports discussions hosted by seasoned broadcasting pros.

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    46 mins
  • Patrick Kane: It's Showtime
    Dec 18 2024

    Daniella Bruce and Ken Daniels are joined by three-time Stanley Cup champion Patrick Kane this week. Now in his 19th season in the NHL, Kane is still able to remember the details of his 474 (and counting) career goals and reveals which individual trophy means the most to him. What happened to the infamous puck shot by Kane that clinched the 2010 Stanley Cup? Also in this episode, the former first-overall pick talks about his experience being welcomed to Chicago as an 18-year-old.

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    36 mins
  • Shawn Horcoff: You can't ask for a better situation
    Dec 11 2024

    Daniella Bruce and Ken Kal are joined by Detroit Red Wings assistant GM / Grand Rapids Griffins GM Shawn Horcoff this week to talk hockey development and management. The trio discuss the difficulty jumping from the AHL to the NHL. How did Horcoff go from competing against Steve Yzerman to working alongside him? Also in this episode, Horcoff shares his thoughts on some up-and-coming rookies like Sebastian Cossa. Presented by Fieger Law.

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    22 mins
  • Simon Edvinsson: A special atmosphere here
    Dec 4 2024

    Daniella Bruce and Ken Kal sit down with Red Wings defenseman Simon Edvinsson this week to talk about his childhood memories growing up near Gothenburg, Sweden - from fishing with family to playing in competitive soccer tournaments all over Europe. Which Red Wings teammate is the best soccer player? Also in this episode, Edvinsson shares his thoughts on goalie communication, chemistry with Mo Seider, and the infamous Swedish dish of Surströmming. Presented by Fieger Law.

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    28 mins
  • Cam Talbot: Every day is a good day
    Nov 27 2024

    Daniella Bruce and Ken Kal sit down with Red Wings goalie, Cam Talbot this week as he approaches a career milestone. With 498 career games under his belt, what will number 500 mean to him? From a small town in Ontario to the University of Alabama in Huntsville, Talbot explains when the possibility of playing in the NHL sank in. Also in this episode, we learn the origins behind Cam’s Ghostbusters goalie masks, his take on the 4 Nations Face-Off, and what it’s like balancing hockey with dad life.

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    25 mins
  • Pavel Datsyuk: Don't forget to tip me
    Nov 21 2024

    Daniella Bruce and Ken Daniels are joined by newly minted Red Wings Hall of Famer, Pavel Datsyuk. As Datsyuk reflects on his impressive 14-year NHL career, what stands out the most to him? Daniels recounts some of his favorite Pavel memories, including moments with Brett Hull, Brendan Shanahan, and Igor Larionov. For Pavel, what was it like to play one season with Dylan Larkin? Also in this episode, we learn about Datsyuk’s memorable Hall of Fame week, life after retirement, and what it’s like to watch his son play hockey.

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    22 mins
  • Brady Munger & John Remejes: Behind the gear
    Nov 13 2024

    Daniella Bruce and Ken Daniels sit down with Red Wings equipment managers Brady Munger and John Remejes, as the duo share their unique behind-the-bench perspective. Does a broken stick really make a distinct sound? How long does it take to pack all team gear post-game? Also in this episode, the story of one NHL goalie accidentally locking himself in a locker room closet. Presented by Fieger Law.

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    35 mins