Episode 255 of the InGoal Radio Podcast, presented by The Hockey Shop Source for Sports, features an interview with Edmonton Oilers goalie Calvin Pickard.

In the feature interview presented by NHL Sense Arena, Pickard shares some insights into an admittedly surprising return to the NHL this season with the Oilers, and how he was able to make it a successful 23-game run after only playing 12 NHL games over the previous four seasons combined. Pickard shares advice on everything from managing the transition to a new team, to handling long stretches with the play at the other end and low-shot games, two facts of life behind the Oilers, and how he stays sharp in practice facing Connor McDavid.

In our Parents Segment, presented by the Stop It Goaltending U app, we are joined by Maria Mountain of Goalie Training Pro for some advice on what age to start off-ice training.

All that, plus a trip to The Hockey Shop Source for Sports to look at 3 new CCM kneepad options.

Episode 254 of the InGoal Radio Podcast, presented by The Hockey Shop Source for Sports, features recently retired Stanley Cup-winning goalie Pavel Francouz.

In the feature interview presented by NHL Sense Arena, Francouz explains the knee injury and thought process that led to his retirement after missing all season with the Colorado Avalanche, then walks us through his unique path from the Czech Republic to the KHL and finally to the NHL with the Avalanche. It was a windy path, with plenty of twists, turns and tough decisions along the way, including the choice to come to North America despite lucrative KHL offers and having to totally rebuild key parts of his game once he arrived. But it paid off with a Stanley Cup in 2022, which he also talks about, and a career .919 save percentage in the NHL.

The interview is loaded with great insights into the mindset, technical and tactical evolution of goalie who came over late but quickly gained many admirers among NHL goalie coaches.

In our Parents Segment, presented by the Stop It Goaltending U app, we talk about whether your young goalie should play other sports in the summer, with plenty of NHL goalie examples.

All that, plus a trip to The Hockey Shop Source for Sports to look at a new Warrior G7 line.

Episode 253 of the InGoal Radio Podcast, presented by The Hockey Shop Source for Sports, features an energetic, informative interview with San Jose Sharks goalie Devin Cooley.

In the feature interview presented by NHL Sense Arena, Cooley takes us behind the scenes of his late-season trade to his hometown team, NHL debut and first win in front of family for the team he grew up cheering. He also shares insights into the mindset tools that helped him manage the emotions and the now infamous "nobody cares, nothing's really gonna matter. We're all gonna die," quote after a memorable 49-save win in Seattle. He walks us through his path as a late bloomer technically, and the key role Seattle goalie Joey Daccord and his dad, Brian at Stop It Goaltending, played in his development, and a key change made with Thomas Speer in San Jose.

In our Parents Segment, presented by the Stop It Goaltending U app, we talk about what to say -- and what not to say -- to your son or daughter after a tough game.

All that, plus a trip to The Hockey Shop Source for Sports to look at a new Warrior wheel bag.

Episode 252 of the InGoal Radio Podcast, presented by The Hockey Shop Source for Sports, features a fun and informative conversation with Vegas Golden Knights goalie Jiri Patera.

In the feature interviews presented by NHL Sense Arena, Patera, who has play time between Vegas and the AHL Henderson Silver Knights this season and last, shares stories and insights on his path from the Czech Republic, the key role his dad played despite not wanting him to be a goalie at first, why his dad still paints his NHL masks, and what it's like to make your NHL debut with one of your goaltending idols, Jonathan Quick, watching from the bench.

In our Parents Segment, presented by the Stop It Goaltending U app, we answer a popular question: when should my young goalie get an agent (or family advisor for those wanting to play NCAA), with help from special guest Ray Petkau of Alpha Sports.

All that, plus a trip to The Hockey Shop Source for Sports for a look at the ever-evolving and expanding options for neck protection, including some options built into an undershirt.

Episode 251 of the InGoal Radio Podcast, presented by The Hockey Shop Source for Sports, features a fantastic goaltending conversation with Corinne Schroeder of PWHL New York.

In the feature interviews presented by NHL Sense Arena Schroeder shares great insights and advice from her experiences so far in the first PWHL season, including how she overcame nerves in her debut to become the first goalie in league history to post a shutout. Schroeder, who counts a psychology degree among three degrees from a NCAA career that included four years at Boston University and one more at Quinnipiac University, also shares a unique tip to keep yourself engaged when the play is in the other end for long periods, plus some great development stories from her time growing up on a huge farm in rural Manitoba, and so much more.

In our Parents Segment, presented by the Stop It Goaltending U app, we chat about tryouts and how parents can approach them in a way that will help their kids perform at their best.

All that, plus a trip to The Hockey Shop Source for Sports for an overview of the new CCM AXIS XF pads and gloves, which feature significant upgrades to sliding and rebounds, and a walk through on how to use their customizer that launched last week to order your set now!

Episode 250 of the InGoal Radio Podcast, presented by The Hockey Shop Source for Sports, features a double hit of returning guests and great goalie knowledge with Cam Talbot of the Los Angeles Kings and Kasimir Kaskisuo of the Laval Rocket.

In the feature interviews presented by NHL Sense Arena Talbot shares his insights into the Kings new use of "motion," a slight retreat even on in-zone shots that came to Los Angeles with new goalie coach Mike Buckley but has long been a part of Talbot'e game. And in our second interview, Kaskisuo returns for the first time since Episode 6 -- and record for gaps between appearances that we promise not to repeat with such a popular goalie -- to catch us up on his evolution during two years in Sweden, his return to North America after a half season wait (and how he stayed sharp during that half-season gap), some surprising in-season gear switches between Bauer and True pads this year, and how he uses Sense Arena to stay sharp.

In our Parents Segment, presented by the Stop It Goaltending U app, we look at a tip to help parents support their goalie’s independence off the ice from a young age - making your life a lot easier while preparing them to take the next step in their goaltending careers.

All that, plus a trip to The Hockey Shop Source for Sports for some shockingly good sale deals on Bauer gear including 25%˘ off the 960 mask, a rarity when it comes to being on sale!

Episode 249 of the InGoal Radio Podcast, presented by The Hockey Shop Source for Sports, features the informative return of Dallas Stars goalie Scott Wedgewood.

In the feature interviews presented by NHL Sense Arena Wedgewood shares invaluable advice on everything from being a good goalie partner (in his case to Jake Oettinger), the importance of looking off the puck, or "head checks," when to do it and what specifically to look for, as well as invaluable hydration tips to help you avoid excessive weight loss and post game fatigue. Much like his first appearance two summers ago, Wedgewood is an open book as he digs into the details that matter to goalies everywhere in an informative and entertaining manner.

In our Parents Segment, presented by GDI USA, we discuss a big question faced by hockey families at this time of year: “Should my goalie play Spring Hockey?”

All that, plus a trip to The Hockey Shop Source for Sports for a look at an increasing list of certified cat eye cage options, including some that a few goalie coaches are sending their students in specifically to buy.

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In our feature interview Scott Wedgwood mentions nutritionist Angie Asche who he works with and her book Fuel Your Body: How to Cook and Eat for Peak Performance: 77 Simple, Nutritious, Whole-Food Recipes for Every Athlete 

which can be found here:

Canada: https://amzn.to/3xoJLWw

USA: https://amzn.to/3J0iv3m
 

He also refers to Dallas EBUG Chris Dudo posting a video of Wedgwood’s head checks - count them for yourself!

https://www.tiktok.com/@chrisxdudo/video/7342584041071250730

Episode 248 of the InGoal Radio Podcast, presented by The Hockey Shop Source for Sports, features two great NHL guests: Cayden Primeau of the Montreal Canadiens and Ukko-Pekka Luukonen of the Buffalo Sabres.

In the feature interviews presented by NHL Sense Arena Primeau gives us a glimpse into his first full season with the famed Canadiens, including the great job goalie coach Eric Raymond did balancing a three-goalie rotation for much of the season, some great lessons from Jake Allen as a mentor, and the huge impact Pete Fry has had on his mindset as a goalie over the past year. In our second interview, Luukonen, who ironically was drafted the same year and faced Primeau in the World Junior Championship gold-medal game in 2019, shares insights into his fantastic season and rise to being the Sabres No. 1 goalie with top-10 numbers in the NHL, and how he used a 33-game opportunity to identify the changes he needed to make in his body and style that have led to this success.

Our Parents Segment responds to a question we get often as parents want to know, “Should I send my goalie to that try out camp a Junior team is holding?”

All that, plus a trip to The Hockey Shop Source for Sports for a look at the incredibly light True Project X stick, with innovative shapes and flex points designed to help goalies pass the puck as well as they stop it.

Episode 247 of the InGoal Radio Podcast, presented by The Hockey Shop Source for Sports, features a great discussion with Steve Thompson, Director of Goaltending for USA Hockey.

In that feature interview presented by NHL Sense Arena Thompson talks about the upcoming USA Hockey Goaltending Summit May 30-June 2 in St. Paul Minnesota - which everyone welcome to attend. Visit this link to register - there are only about 50 places left.  In addition we cover the US model of goaltending development which is sure to inspire a lot of great discussion amongst parents and coaches.

https://www.usahockey.com/page/show/8408881-national-goaltending-symposium

In our recurring Parents Segment we discuss methods of recording shots on goal for parents - and more importantly our thoughts on why it may not be the best way to go - and what we think you should focus on.

All that, plus an in-person trip to The Hockey Shop Source for Sports for a closer look at the TRUE PX4 Hzrdus pads and gloves.

Episode 246 of the InGoal Radio Podcast, presented by The Hockey Shop Source for Sports, features a fantastic interview with Emerance Maschmeyer of PWHL Ottawa and the Canadian National Team.

In that feature interview presented by NHL Sense Arena, Maschmeyer shares insights into the inaugural PWHL season, including getting into some of the specific changes she's made already working with her new goalie coach Pierre Groulx. The Canadian National Team veteran also gets into her roots in the position, and evolution from playing on the ponds of Alberta with her brothers, building a relationship with Shannon Szabados while following her path by playing at the famous Brick Tournament, to choosing to play with and against boys right up to junior in the AJHL, the decision to attend -- and adjustment to life at -- Harvard, and her experiences and evolution playing for Canada on the international stage.

Our Goalie Parent segment shares some advice for helping your goalies deal with pegs that won’t stay on and the upset it can cause with pressures from fans and referees.

All that, plus an in-person trip to The Hockey Shop Source for Sports for a closer look at the Vaughn SLR4 pads and gloves, a perfect follow up to previous overviews of the pants and chest protector.

Episode 245 of the InGoal Radio Podcast, presented by The Hockey Shop Source for Sports, features a fun, insightful interview with Colorado Avalanche goalie Ivan Prosvetov.

In that feature interview presented by NHL Sense Arena, Prosvetov shares his experiences growing up a goalie in Russia, why he came to North America to play junior, and his evolution throughout, including the "system" he learned from goalie coach Oleg Romashko, an Ian Clark disciple, and how his game has continued to grow in the AHL and NHL with coaches like Zac Bierk and Corey Schwab with the Arizona Coyotes and now Jussi Parkilla and Peter Budaj in Colorado. It's an energetic and entertaining conversation loaded with lessons and take aways that should benefit goalies of all ages.

In the second edition of our new Parent Segment  we chat about how minor hockey teams split games between two goaltenders.

All that, plus an in-person trip to The Hockey Shop Source for Sports for a closer look at the exclusive new colors they've secured in the extremely popular Bauer X5 Pro line.