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Inside the Game with Pierre McGuire

Pierre McGuire
Pittsburgh Penguins
Montreal Canadiens
1980 Miracle On Ice
Miracle On Ice
Herb Brooks
Mike Richter
National Hockey League
Lake Placid
Boston University
Olympics
Mike Eruzione
New York Rangers
New York Islanders
Pittsburgh Steelers
Detroit Red Wings
Addiction / Recovery
Lou Lamoriello
1TEAM Media
World Cup Of Hockey
NHL

Inside the Game with Pierre McGuire goes beyond scores and hot takes to reveal how great hockey teams are truly built through culture, leadership, character, and the decisions made long before the puck ever drops. Hosted by Pierre McGuire, the show delivers elite hockey insight shaped by decades inside the game as a coach, executive, scout, broadcaster, and historian. Pierre translates greatness f... more

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Welcome to another episode of Inside The Game with Pierre McGuire. In this conversation, Pierre sits down with Dan Muse, Head Coach of the Pittsburgh Penguins, for a wide-ranging discussion on leadership, coaching, player relationships, and the peopl... more

Jason Spezza joins Pierre McGuire on Inside The Game for a wide ranging conversation about life after playing, joining the Pittsburgh Penguins organization, and the lessons that shaped his hockey journey.

Spezza reflects on breaking into junior hoc... more

Welcome to another episode of Inside the Game with Pierre McGuire. In this conversation, Pierre sits down with Jeff Gorton, Executive Vice President of Hockey Operations for the Montreal Canadiens and one of the most respected team builders in the NH... more

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In this episode of Inside the Game with Pierre McGuire, Pierre sits down with Kevin Colbert, former General Manager of the Pittsburgh Steelers and one of the most respected team builders in NFL history.

Kevin takes listeners inside nearly five deca... more

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Dan Muse
Head coach of the Pittsburgh Penguins
Pittsburgh Penguins
Episode: EP 13: Dan Muse on Coaching Sidney Crosby & Building Trust | Inside The Game with Pierre McGuire
Jason Spezza
Professional hockey player, notable for time with Ottawa Senators and later Penguins
Pittsburgh Penguins
Episode: EP 12: Jason Spezza on Penguins Life & Ottawa Memories | Inside The Game with Pierre McGuire
Jeff Gorton
Senior Vice President of Hockey Operations for the Montreal Canadiens
Montreal Canadiens
Episode: EP 11: Jeff Gorton on Rebuilding the Canadiens | Inside The Game with Pierre McGuire
Kevin Colbert
Longtime Pittsburgh Steelers executive, General Manager Emeritus
Pittsburgh Steelers
Episode: EP 10: Kevin Colbert on Building the Steelers | Inside the Game with Pierre McGuire
Caroline Harvey
Elite women's hockey player, Olympic gold medalist
Episode: EP 09: Caroline Harvey on Olympic Gold & Women's Hockey Growth | Inside the Game with Pierre McGuire
Lou Lamoriello
NHL executive; longtime general manager and president of hockey operations
New Jersey Devils (former); Team USA (GM); Providence College (former administrator)
Episode: EP 08: Lou Lamoriello on Leadership, Standards, and Building Champions | Inside The Game with Pierre McGuire
Matt Martin
NHL player and Special Assistant to the General Manager, New York Islanders
New York Islanders
Episode: EP 07: Matt Martin on NHL Longevity & Identity Line Culture | Inside The Game with Pierre McGuire
Mike Richter
Legendary Ranger goalie
New York Rangers
Episode: EP 06: Mike Richter on Messier, the 1994 Cup, and Rangers Leadership | Inside The Game with Pierre McGuire
Kevin Stevens
Pittsburgh Penguins legend, four-time Stanley Cup winner with Penguins (1990s)
Pittsburgh Penguins (former player)
Episode: EP 05: Kevin Stevens on Penguins Championships, Leadership, Recovery and Mario Lemieux | Inside The Game with Pierre McGuire

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Pierre McGuire
Host of Inside the Game with Pierre McGuire; hockey analyst and former coach/executive

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Apple Podcasts
#175
Canada/Sports/Hockey
Apple Podcasts
#76
France/Sports/Hockey
Apple Podcasts
#173
Australia/Sports/Hockey
Apple Podcasts
#42
Russia/Sports/Hockey
Apple Podcasts
#122
New Zealand/Sports/Hockey
Apple Podcasts
#183
Norway/Sports/Hockey

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EP 07: Matt Martin on NHL Longevity & Identity Line Culture | Inside The Game with Pierre McGuire
Q: What has the journey been like balancing professional hockey with family, and how has it influenced your career?
He discusses the importance of family support, how kids provide perspective, and how being a husband and father helped him stay grounded and focused on long-term goals.
EP 07: Matt Martin on NHL Longevity & Identity Line Culture | Inside The Game with Pierre McGuire
Q: What is your actual title with the New York Islanders and how did you get into that role?
He explains that his official title is Special Assistant to the General Manager, a role that lets him learn the ins and outs of the front office while staying connected to hockey operations and scouting.
EP 02: Bill Daly on NHL Olympics Return, Expansion, and Player Safety | Inside The Game with Pierre McGuire
Q: How has collective bargaining influenced players' participation in the Olympics and safety initiatives like neck guards?
Labor negotiations revealed that players prize the chance to represent their countries, which helped secure commitments to Olympic participation; safety measures such as neck guards were advanced through collective bargaining to balance player safety with personal choice.
EP 02: Bill Daly on NHL Olympics Return, Expansion, and Player Safety | Inside The Game with Pierre McGuire
Q: What was your vision to get NHL players to Nagano in 1998 and beyond?
The driving force was Gary Bettman's vision to bring NHL players to the Olympics, recognizing the Olympics as the sport's biggest stage and a massive opportunity for exposure and growth, even as it required navigating scheduling and league constraints.
EP 05: Kevin Stevens on Penguins Championships, Leadership, Recovery and Mario Lemieux | Inside The Game with Pierre McGuire
Q: You've been very open about your addiction and recovery. What message would you give to someone listening who is struggling right now?
Tell someone you're struggling before it's too late; seek help, reach out to friends and family, and consider structured support like rehab followed by stable sober housing; recovery is possible with support and commitment.

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This show centers on how elite hockey teams are built, with a strong emphasis on culture, leadership, and long-range strategic decisions. Conversations routinely explore how locker-room dynamics, mentorship, and organizational standards shape performance, from talent evaluation and player development to coaching hires and front-office philosophy. Across episodes, guests range from top executives and legendary players to broadcasters, offering insider perspectives on rebuilding franchises, leadership through adversity, and the evolving landscape of hockey—from Olympic moments to league governance and the growth of the women's game. A standout throughline is the belief that durable success comes from relationships, accountability, and a clear... more

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Recent guests on Inside the Game include:

1. Dan Muse
2. Jason Spezza
3. Jeff Gorton
4. Kevin Colbert
5. Caroline Harvey
6. Lou Lamoriello
7. Matt Martin
8. Mike Richter

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