Rephonic
Artwork for Fellowship of the Rink

Fellowship of the Rink

Fellowship of the Rink
Minnesota Wild
NHL
Kirill Kaprizov
Gopher Hockey
Marco Rossi
NHL Draft
Dallas Stars
Minnesota Golden Gophers
World Juniors
NHL Trade Deadline
Minnesota Gophers
NCAA
World Junior Championship
Gophers
NHL Playoffs
Frozen Four
Bob Motzko
Colorado Avalanche
Vegas Golden Knights
Gophers Hockey

NHL, Minnesota Wild, & NCAA Golden Gophers Podcast hosted by Joe Smith of The Athletic Minnesota

PublishesWeeklyEpisodes126Founded2 years ago
Number of ListenersCategory
Sports

Listen to this Podcast

Artwork for Fellowship of the Rink

Latest Episodes

Michael Russo joins the show to talk about Dylan Larkin potentially still in play for the Minnesota Wild, Contract talks with Quinn Hughes, Russo's Relationship with New Jersey Devils fans and potential Line Combos for the Wild next season.

Fellowsh... more

Joe Smith interviews new Head Coach of the Iowa Wild, Stu Bickel. We also cover the Minnesota Wild offseason, focusing on Quinn Hughes contract extension and the recent shakeup in the Dylan Larkin saga after the Detroit Red Wings moved on from Steve ... more

YouTube

Joe Smith talks with Scott Wheeler, NHL Draft and national prospect coverage for The Athletic. Joe also addresses the latest Minnesota Wild offseason topics

Fellowship of the Rink Ep 122

Show Outline: Athletic Beat Writer Joe Smith talks with David ... more

LIVE to break down all of the Free Agent Frenzy activity from Day 1 PLUS Charlie Stramel joins us again to talk about his rehab, and plans for Minnesota Wild Training Camp

Show Outline: LIVE to break down all of the Free Agent Frenzy activity from D... more

Key Facts

Accepts Guests
Accepts Sponsors
Contact Information
Podcast Host
Number of Listeners
Find out how many people listen to this podcast per episode and each month.

Similar Podcasts

People also subscribe to these shows.

Dan Barreiro
Dan BarreiroiHeartRadio and KFAN FM 100.3
Paul Allen
Paul AlleniHeartRadio and KFAN FM 100.3

Recent Guests

Max Bultman
NHL writer, main guest
The Athletic
Episode: 2026 NHL Draft Preview feat. Scott Wheeler, Max Bultman, Spoked Z | Fellowship of the Rink | BONUS Episode
Spoked Z
In-house prospect expert for the SodaPod
SodaPod
Episode: 2026 NHL Draft Preview feat. Scott Wheeler, Max Bultman, Spoked Z | Fellowship of the Rink | BONUS Episode
Brett Larson
Head coach of the Minnesota Gophers men's hockey team
University of Minnesota, Gophers
Episode: Ep118 | feat. Brett Larson | Gophers, CHL, NIL, etc. | Minnesota Wild UFAs + replacing Brackett
Bruce Boudreau
Former NHL coach for the Ducks, Capitals, Canucks, and Minnesota Wild; TSNHL network personality and analyst
Former NHL Teams; TSNHL network
Episode: Ep 117 | Feat. Bruce Boudreau | Stanley Cup Playoffs | Minnesota Wild | 1C Trade Target | Managing Stars | Fellowship of the Rink | Minnesota Wild and Gophers Podcast
John Hynes
Head Coach, Minnesota Wild
Minnesota Wild
Episode: Ep 116 | Minnesota Wild Season-Ending Media Availability | Guerin and Hynes | Gustavsson Surgery Fellowship of the Rink | Minnesota Wild and Gophers Podcast
Kevin Gorg
Sports broadcaster and analyst
FanDuel Sports North
Episode: Ep 113 - feat. Kevin Gorg | Zuccarello + Kaprizov | DAL-MIN Series | Wallstedt vs Gustavsson | Fellowship of the Rink | Minnesota Wild and Gophers Podcast
Matthew Wood
Former Minnesota Gopher, now Nashville Predators player
Nashville Predators
Episode: Ep111 - Feat. Matthew Wood | Dallas Stars vs Minnesota Wild | Seth Toupal of Locked On Wild | Jesper Wallstedt has arrived | Fellowship of the Rink | Minnesota Wild and Gophers Podcast
Seth Toupal
Host of Locked On Wild
Locked On Wild
Episode: Ep111 - Feat. Matthew Wood | Dallas Stars vs Minnesota Wild | Seth Toupal of Locked On Wild | Jesper Wallstedt has arrived | Fellowship of the Rink | Minnesota Wild and Gophers Podcast
Scott Wheeler
Prospect Extraordinaire, The Athletic
The Athletic
Episode: Ep109 - Feat. Scott Wheeler and Max Veech | Frozen Four + CHL to NCAA | Minnesota Wild and Max Plante | Fellowship of the Rink | Minnesota Wild and Gophers Podcast

Host

Joe Smith
Host of the podcast, affiliated with The Athletic Minnesota

Reviews

4.0 out of 5 stars from 23 ratings
  • Hire an editor

    Terrible

    Apple Podcasts
    1
    MN Kidd in CO
    United States9 months ago
  • Great topics, bad sound

    I want as much Wild talk as I can get and I appreciate the efforts here very much. But the sound quality needs to improve. I would enjoy it much more if the co-host’s sniffling, throat clearing and other background noise was addressed. It has been a factor in every episode I’ve listened to and makes the show almost unlistenable.

    Apple Podcasts
    3
    sharkie74
    United Statesa year ago
  • Wild News & Interviews

    Great weekly updates on Minnesota Wild (and Gophers for those that follow) and cool interviews. Personal favorites are Declan Chisholm and Judd Brackett, but they’re all legit. Not a factor in my rating, but the local sponsors all rock.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Dirty Romi
    United States2 years ago

Listeners Say

Key themes from listener reviews, highlighting what works and what could be improved about the show.

Listeners appreciate weekly updates and thoughtful guest interviews, especially around Wild and Gophers topics.
Sponsors are well-received and add value to the show for local hockey fans.
Sound quality is a recurring gripe among listeners, with calls for improved audio consistency.

Top Sports Podcasts

Talking Points

Recent interactions between the hosts and their guests.

Ep 119 | feat. Scott Wheeler | Wild Prospects & NHL Draft | Dylan Larkin trade & McCarron extension
Q: What makes Dylan Larkin a realistic fit for Minnesota if a trade materializes?
The discussion centers on Larkin's high-end production, leadership, and the fit within Minnesota's need for top-line center depth, balanced by the realities of cap space and what assets would need to be offered.
Ep118 | feat. Brett Larson | Gophers, CHL, NIL, etc. | Minnesota Wild UFAs + replacing Brackett
Q: What will the identity of Gopher Hockey look like moving forward?
The identity will be built around hard skill and relentless puck pursuit, combining skilled players who are taught to play hard, pressure the puck, and compete aggressively, supported by a robust development program and a balanced roster strategy.
Ep118 | feat. Brett Larson | Gophers, CHL, NIL, etc. | Minnesota Wild UFAs + replacing Brackett
Q: What is Matt Colin's role?
Matt Colin serves as Director of Player Development, overseeing strength, nutrition, sports psychology, on-ice skill development, and creating development plans for players, while helping coach and support staff implement the program's development model.
Ep88 - feat. Michael Russo | Marcus Johansson extension? | Minnesota Wild need the Lizard King back | Fellowship of the Rink - Fellowship of the Rink a Minnesota Wild and Gophers Show
Q: What were the takeaways from the leadership meeting and how could that affect the team's trajectory going forward?
The meeting had substance, driven by leadership, and set a plan for productive discussions and actions; it signaled a shift toward accountability and a focused game plan rather than airing frustration.
Ep88 - feat. Michael Russo | Marcus Johansson extension? | Minnesota Wild need the Lizard King back | Fellowship of the Rink - Fellowship of the Rink a Minnesota Wild and Gophers Show
Q: So I guess the question is, and we'll find out, I mean, this will be posting Wednesday after Tuesday's game, but do you think that the Wild are on the cusp of breaking out of this early season slump, or is this kind of like a little bit of a blip on the radar where they'll be going through some kind of either growing pains or struggles as we start this next month or so?
It's too early to tell beyond noting a recent win against a depleted opponent; the team has shown elements of progress, but the overall pattern depends on health, depth, and how quickly key players return to form.

Audience Metrics

Listeners, social reach, demographics and more for this podcast.

Listeners per Episode
Gender Skew
Location
Interests
Professions
Age Range
Household Income
Social Media Reach

Frequently Asked Questions About Fellowship of the Rink

What is Fellowship of the Rink about and what kind of topics does it cover?

Intensely focused on Minnesota hockey, this show blends deep dives into the Minnesota Wild, college hockey, and related NCAA storylines with insider-style analysis and guest interviews. Episodes routinely explore playoff contention, roster moves, coaching strategies, and development pipelines, often tying in college hockey perspectives and NIL-era considerations. A standout is the mix of veteran hockey analysis with on-the-ground reporting from The Athletic Minnesota, plus guest voices ranging from former players to coaches and up-and-coming prospects. Listeners likely value candid, tactical breakdowns, local hockey culture, and timely updates on teams they care about.

Where can I find podcast stats for Fellowship of the Rink?

Rephonic provides a wide range of podcast stats for Fellowship of the Rink. We scanned the web and collated all of the information that we could find in our comprehensive podcast database. See how many people listen to Fellowship of the Rink and access YouTube viewership numbers, download stats, audience demographics, chart rankings, ratings, reviews and more.

How many listeners does Fellowship of the Rink get?

Rephonic provides a full set of podcast information for three million podcasts, including the number of listeners. View further listenership figures for Fellowship of the Rink, including podcast download numbers and subscriber numbers, so you can make better decisions about which podcasts to sponsor or be a guest on. You will need to upgrade your account to access this premium data.

What are the audience demographics for Fellowship of the Rink?

Rephonic provides comprehensive predictive audience data for Fellowship of the Rink, including gender skew, age, country, political leaning, income, professions, education level, and interests. You can access these listener demographics by upgrading your account.

How many subscribers and views does Fellowship of the Rink have?

To see how many followers or subscribers Fellowship of the Rink has on Spotify and other platforms such as Castbox and Podcast Addict, simply upgrade your account. You'll also find viewership figures for their YouTube channel if they have one.

Which podcasts are similar to Fellowship of the Rink?

These podcasts share a similar audience with Fellowship of the Rink:

1. Worst Seats in the House w/ Michael Russo & Anthony LaPanta - Minnesota Wild Podcast
2. Judd's Hockey Show - A Minnesota Wild Podcast
3. Dan Barreiro
4. Paul Allen
5. Minnesota Wild Audio Network

How many episodes of Fellowship of the Rink are there?

Fellowship of the Rink launched 2 years ago and published 126 episodes to date. You can find more information about this podcast including rankings, audience demographics and engagement in our podcast database.

How do I contact Fellowship of the Rink?

Our systems regularly scour the web to find email addresses and social media links for this podcast. We scanned the web and collated all of the contact information that we could find in our podcast database. But in the unlikely event that you can't find what you're looking for, our concierge service lets you request our research team to source better contacts for you.

Where can I see ratings and reviews for Fellowship of the Rink?

Rephonic pulls ratings and reviews for Fellowship of the Rink from multiple sources, including Spotify, Apple Podcasts, Castbox, and Podcast Addict.

View all the reviews in one place instead of visiting each platform individually and use this information to decide if a show is worth pitching or not.

How do I access podcast episode transcripts for Fellowship of the Rink?

Rephonic provides full transcripts for episodes of Fellowship of the Rink. Search within each transcript for your keywords, whether they be topics, brands or people, and figure out if it's worth pitching as a guest or sponsor. You can even set-up alerts to get notified when your keywords are mentioned.

What guests have appeared on Fellowship of the Rink?

Recent guests on Fellowship of the Rink include:

1. Max Bultman
2. Spoked Z
3. Brett Larson
4. Bruce Boudreau
5. John Hynes
6. Kevin Gorg
7. Matthew Wood
8. Seth Toupal

To view more recent guests and their details, simply upgrade your Rephonic account. You'll also get access to a typical guest profile to help you decide if the show is worth pitching.

Find and pitch the right podcasts

We help savvy brands, marketers and PR professionals to find the right podcasts for any topic or niche. Get the data and contacts you need to pitch podcasts at scale and turn listeners into customers.
Try it free for 7 days