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The Rink Shrinks

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NHL
Youth Hockey
Hockey
Player Development
NHL Playoffs
USA Hockey
Stanley Cup
College Hockey
Youth Hockey Development
Youth Sports
Junior Hockey
Olympics
NHL Draft
Hockey Development
Neutral Zone
Boston Bruins
Fanduel
NCAA
Coaching
Parenting In Sports

The Rink Shrinks features special guests from the hockey world. They're keeping it real in the rink, helping our listeners navigate their way through it in a humorous and educational format.

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Brian Yandle and Mike Mottau are back this week with an interview with the National Coach-In-Chief for USA Hockey Mike MacMillan! Before the interview the guys recap their week around the rinks, share their thoughts on Nikita Kucherov wanting out of ... more

Brian Yandle and Mike Mottau are back with a mailbag episode this week! Before getting to your questions the guys recap their weekends including Motts attending the Patriots & Bears game in Chicago and the Steel taking on Youngstown and BY talks abou... more

Brian Yandle and Mike Mottau are back this week with an interview with the all time AHL penalty minutes leader and current Assistant GM of player personnel for the Boston Bruins, Dennis Bonvie! Before Dennis joins the show the guys recap BY’s son lac... more

Brian Yandle and Mike Mottau are back this week with a fresh mailbag episode! Before getting to all of your questions the guys recap their week around the rinks and chat about the state of the NHL. Then the boys dip into the mailbag to answer your qu... more

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Recent Guests

Mike MacMillan
USA Hockey National Coach-in-Chief and Minnesota player development leader with over 40 years in hockey coaching and education
USA Hockey
Episode: National Coach-in-Chief of USA Hockey: Mike MacMillan
Dennis Bonvie
Former professional hockey player and assistant general manager of player personnel for the Boston Bruins
Boston Bruins
Episode: AHL PIMS Leader: Dennis Bonvie
Jayden Kurtz
Chicago Steel defenseman and Anaheim Ducks 2026 second-round draft pick
Anaheim Ducks
Episode: Jayden Kurtz: Chicago Steel D-Man & Anaheim Ducks 2nd Rd Draft Pick
Neil Lodin
Guest from MyHockeyRankings
MyHockeyRankings
Episode: Preseason Hockey + Ian & Neil Lodin of My Hockey Rankings
Ian Lodin
Guest from MyHockeyRankings
MyHockeyRankings
Episode: Preseason Hockey + Ian & Neil Lodin of My Hockey Rankings
Mike Hardman
Former hockey player, Hanover, MA native
NHL player (Chicago Blackhawks, New Jersey Devils)
Episode: Former BC Eagle, Mike Hardman
Ryan Shea
Professional hockey player, Edmonton Oilers
Edmonton Oilers
Episode: Ryan Shea on his excitement to play with the Oilers
Colin White
Former hockey player, guest on episode
NHL/Collegiate hockey
Episode: Catching Up on a Busy Summer
Robby Concannon
Dorchester, MA native; president of the South Carolina Stingrays; former ECHL player
South Carolina Stingrays
Episode: NHL Draft & Free Agency + Rob Concannon

Hosts

Brian Yandle
Former professional hockey defenseman and hockey coach
Mike Mottau
Former NHL defenseman and hockey coach

Reviews

4.9 out of 5 stars from 559 ratings
  • best rink shrinks

    love it best podcast

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    frank jim kevin
    United States6 months ago
  • Great resource

    The pods are always interesting and informative and Matts and BY are a fun listen (even for a non New Englander). The mailbags are especially helpful for hockey parents.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Midwest hockey dad
    United Statesa year ago
  • Hockey Parents

    This is a must listen!!!! Love this show for all sports parents!

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    EricLouis5
    United Statesa year ago
  • Ad Takeover

    Loved the pod and have been an OG listener since Ep.1 but seems like recently it’s more of an AM radio style of ads everywhere with content blended throughout. Worst is right in the middle of an interview, an ad kicks in.

    Apple Podcasts
    3
    D Mac 52
    United States3 years ago
  • Best Pod out in the game today!

    Best pod in the game today!

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    shoulder slasher 91
    United States3 years ago

Listeners Say

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

One listener objects to frequent ad breaks, particularly when an advertisement interrupts an interview.
Listeners value the practical guidance for hockey parents, especially advice on youth development and navigating competitive sports.
The hosts' humor, chemistry and storytelling make hockey insights entertaining and easy to follow.
Listeners appreciate the range of guests and perspectives from across the hockey world.

Chart Rankings

How this podcast ranks in the Apple Podcasts, Spotify and YouTube charts.

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#83
United States/Sports/Hockey
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#131
Canada/Sports/Hockey
Apple Podcasts
#219
United Kingdom/Sports/Hockey
Apple Podcasts
#204
Australia/Sports/Hockey
Apple Podcasts
#57
Japan/Sports/Hockey
Apple Podcasts
#105
New Zealand/Sports/Hockey

Talking Points

Recent interactions between the hosts and their guests.

National Coach-in-Chief of USA Hockey: Mike MacMillan
Q: Can you talk about what Minnesota is and how you're reacting to the Development League?
MacMillan explains that Minnesota chose to create its own development structure to preserve the community-based high school model. The plan includes centralized 15U and 17U teams, regional Tier 1 teams, and additional tiers intended to serve more players while letting them continue playing for their local youth and high school teams.
National Coach-in-Chief of USA Hockey: Mike MacMillan
Q: Can you talk about some of the things that have evolved in development, whether it be on ice, off ice, and the different pieces that go into it?
MacMillan says coach education has become more age-specific and progressive, with greater attention to how coaches teach as well as what they teach. Coaches should explain the purpose of instruction and make sure players understand why they are learning it.
Jayden Kurtz: Chicago Steel D-Man & Anaheim Ducks 2nd Rd Draft Pick
Q: What was the experience like for you going into the draft and just kind of going through it?
Kurtz says he tried not to fixate on rankings and stayed focused on the present with help from his high school coach. He watched the draft with friends and family and called hearing his name selected by Anaheim a dream come true.
Jayden Kurtz: Chicago Steel D-Man & Anaheim Ducks 2nd Rd Draft Pick
Q: Being a Minnesota kid, what was the youth hockey experience like? What was the passion for the game? Where did that come from?
Kurtz says his father introduced him to hockey when he was about three. He grew up playing in Minnesota, including for the Blades, and later moved to Rogers for hockey opportunities.
AHL PIMS Leader: Dennis Bonvie
Q: What are some things that you kind of really focus on and, you know, with young players, what they should be focusing on?
Bonvie values competitiveness, adequate skating and hockey sense. He also looks at a player's previous performance and whether a new environment could restore their confidence and create a better opportunity.

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Frequently Asked Questions About The Rink Shrinks

What is The Rink Shrinks about and what kind of topics does it cover?

Weekly conversations pairing hockey analysis with practical guidance for players, coaches and families. Regular hosts Brian Yandle and Mike Mottau draw on their experience as former professional players and coaches to discuss NHL news, player development, youth hockey decisions and the realities of life around the rink. Mailbag segments answer questions from parents and players, while interviews bring in professional players, coaches, scouts, executives and other hockey specialists to share career stories and advice from across the sport.

The tone is humorous and informal, but the discussions often focus on keeping youth sports in perspective: developing skills, finding the right opportunities and supporting young athletes without treating... more

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Recent guests on The Rink Shrinks include:

1. Mike MacMillan
2. Dennis Bonvie
3. Jayden Kurtz
4. Neil Lodin
5. Ian Lodin
6. Mike Hardman
7. Ryan Shea
8. Colin White

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