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Fellowship of the Rink

Fellowship of the Rink
Minnesota Wild
NHL
Kirill Kaprizov
Gopher Hockey
Marco Rossi
Dallas Stars
Minnesota Golden Gophers
World Juniors
NHL Trade Deadline
NCAA
NHL Draft
World Junior Championship
Gophers
Minnesota 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

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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 BONUS NHL 2026 Draft Preview

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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 120

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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 118

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Fellowship of the Rink Ep 118

Show Outline: Athletic Beat Writer Joe Smith talks with New Minnesota Gophers Coach Brett Larson

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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
Bill Guerin
General Manager, 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
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
Rieger Lorenz
Professional hockey player, interviewee
University of Denver alumnus (Denver Pioneers) / Minnesota Wild prospect
Episode: BONUS Ep - Feat. Rieger Lorenz | Dallas Stars vs Minnesota Wild TIED | Jamie Benn saga | Line Combos with(out) Zuccarello and Trenin | Fellowship of the Rink and Juddz Budz
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
Max Veech
Host/analyst (regular on show)
Fellowship of the Rink
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

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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 States8 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.

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    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

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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.

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Recent interactions between the hosts and their guests.

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.
Ep 87 - Feat. Max Veech | Minnesota Wild Mailbag | Fans Doom & Gloom | Uncertainty looming for Gopher Hockey | Fellowship of the Rink a Minnesota Wild & Gophers Show
Q: What did Max see as the key differences between this Gophers' year and UMD's performance, and how did injuries or depth affect both teams?
Max emphasizes that UMD benefited from a healthier roster and solid goaltending, while the Gophers struggled with injuries, depth questions, and line identity. The discussion highlights goaltender stability, defensive structure, and how line shuffles impacted chemistry, suggesting gradual adjustments rather than wholesale changes.
Ep 89 - Feat. Alex Stalock | 97 + 36 | Jumbo Joe Thornton Hall of Fame Induction | Minnesota Wild News | Fellowship of the Rink - Minnesota Wild and Gophers Podcast
Q: How does he view the Wild's goaltending situation this season?
He discusses the importance of two solid goalies in development and how a fresh start for players like Wallstead can provide stability and competition to keep the team competitive.
Ep 89 - Feat. Alex Stalock | 97 + 36 | Jumbo Joe Thornton Hall of Fame Induction | Minnesota Wild News | Fellowship of the Rink - Minnesota Wild and Gophers Podcast
Q: What has Alex found most enjoyable about transitioning to broadcasting?
He notes being able to see the game from a different angle, learning from veteran broadcasters, and appreciating the depth of preparation and on-air clarity that makes games more engaging for fans.

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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.

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1. Bruce Boudreau
2. Bill Guerin
3. John Hynes
4. Kevin Gorg
5. Rieger Lorenz
6. Matthew Wood
7. Seth Toupal
8. Scott Wheeler

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