Hear, hear, Hockeytown! Detroit Red Wings beat writer Helene St. James brings you the latest from inside the dressing room and around the NHL.
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Allan Walsh and Adam Wylde sit down each week with the biggest names in hockey to deliver you never heard before stories from within the game.
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Helen Wright, author of the book “Barefoot Flying”, is a five-time university national championship coach and has been influential in creating and promoting rugby in Canada. Helen believes that coaching must change to be relevant for today’s athletes and participants. These podcasts will appeal to coaches, players, parents, administrators, and anyone who is interested in sport delivery or coaching in any medium. Please join Helen and her guests as they discuss and explore how coaching has af ...
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Puck Yeah has now moved to The Alternative Commentary Collective's podcast network - available on iHeartRADIO, Spotify and Apple Podcasts. Please search for 'Puck Yeah' and resubscribe at our new home, just look for the blue cover.
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On this episode of Agent Provocateur with Allan Walsh and Adam Wylde, playing in tough hockey markets (00:00), seeing Stanley Cup Playoff game live (16:00), how has the refereeing been so far? (29:30), HRR and the new NHL TV deal (32:30), Utah's new team (43:00), and the World Championships and an Adam Jiříček update (53:30). Follow us on Twitter: …
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Preparing for the Possibility of Not Being Picked
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Helen Wright is a five-time university national championship rugby coach and has been an influential creator and promotor of women’s rugby in Canada. This podcast is about her views and discussions on how coaching sports needs to change. Podcast #14 is a must for players. It describes the vital difference between who you are and what you do. This p…
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Ready for the Utah Coyotes? | April 12, 2024
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On this episode of Agent Provocateur with Allan Walsh and Adam Wylde, they dive deep into the current state of the Arizona Coyotes, discussing a possible move to Salt Lake City, the NHLPA's role in the Coyotes saga, Alex Merulo's potential sale of the team to the Smith Group, the status of no trade clause, and much more. Follow us on Twitter: @wals…
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What's It Like to Sign a Player in Russia? + Chris Simon, and the NHL's Denial | March 29, 2024
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On this episode of Agent Provocateur with Allan Walsh and Adam Wylde, they chat about: 00:00 Bobby Bonilla Day 12:30 Shohei Ohtani's gambling scandal 26:40 Chris Simon's passing and the NHL's stance on CTE 42:00 Working in Russia and Ivan Fedotov's return to North America 51:00 Looking ahead to the playoffs Follow us on Twitter: @walsha & @AdamWyld…
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Helen Wright is a five-time university national championship rugby coach and has been an influential creator and promotor of women’s rugby in Canada. This podcast is about her views and discussions on how coaching sports needs to change. Podcast #13 is a must for players, coaches and parents who are involved in representative levels of sport where …
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Trade Deadline Primer with Minnesota Wild GM Bill Guerin | March 3, 2024
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On this episode of Agent Provocateur, Allan Walsh and Adam Wylde speak with General Manager of the Minnesota Wild, Bill Guerin. In this conversation, Bill Guerin discusses the rules of negotiations, emotional memories of winning the cup building, preparation for trade deadline day, dissension and conflict in decision-making, and much more. Follow u…
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Hall of Fame Sportswriter Helene Elliott | March 1, 2024
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On this episode of Agent Provocateur, Allan Walsh and Adam Wylde are speaking with Hall of Fame sportswriter Helene Elliott. This week, Helene retired from her role at the Los Angeles Times after 47 years in the business. During her conversation on Agent Provocateur, Helene, Allan, and Adam speak about her start in the business, covering the Miracl…
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Episode 12 - Interview With a 15 Year Old Hockey Player
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Helen Wright is a five-time university national championship rugby coach and has been an influential creator and promotor of women’s rugby in Canada. This podcast is about her views and discussions on how coaching sports needs to change. Episode #12 is an interview with Wyatt, a fifteen-year-old hockey player. Wyatt describes his motivation for pla…
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Pro Athlete Income Taxes with Sean Packard, Tax Guru to Superstar Athletes | February 18, 2024
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On this episode of Agent Provocateur, Allan Walsh and Adam Wylde are joined by Sean Packard, Director of Tax at Octagon. They chat about: 00:00 What makes athlete tax returns so complicated 16:00 Dispelling the myth that it's more lucrative to play in places with no state income tax 19:45 How compensation is paid to a pro-athlete and RCA 25:30 The …
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The NHL is Going Back to The Olympics | Live from The Rec Room | February 2, 2024
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On this episode of Agent Provocateur, Allan Walsh and Adam Wylde are live from The Rec Room in Toronto on All-Star weekend and they chat about, Allan's experience at All-Star, the NHL returning to the Olympics, and Allan tells a never before heard story about a high draft pick. Follow AP on Twitter: @walsha & @AdamWylde Recorded: February 2, 2024 V…
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Helen Wright is a five-time university national championship rugby coach and has been an influential creator and promotor of women’s rugby in Canada. This podcast is about her views and discussions on how coaching sports needs to change. Episode #11 is a must hear for parents, players, and coaches. She discusses the nuances and subtleties of the se…
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NHL Players Don't Need to Play for the Team That Drafted Them | January 14, 2024
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On this episode of Agent Provocateur, Allan Walsh and Adam Wylde discuss: 00:00 The Flyers trade Cutter Gauthier for Jamie Drysdale 40:30 Max Pacioretty's journey back to the NHL 43:15 Allan's experience at this year's World Junior Championship 51:45 Nathan Walker's contract extension 54:00 The Hockey News 100 People of Power and Influence Follow u…
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An Inside Look At A Hearing with the NHL Department of Player Safety | December 23, 2023
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On this episode of Agent Provocateur, Allan Walsh and Adam Wylde discuss: 00:00 Happy Holidays! 03:00 Scouts are the unsung heroes of NHL front offices 13:00 David Perron's 6 game suspension and the meeting with the DOPS 15:15 The Appeals Process for Suspensions 47:00 Underperforming teams around the NHL and the role of analytics Follow us on Twitt…
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Episode 10 - When winning is not a good thing
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Helen Wright is a five-time university national championship rugby coach and has been and influential creator and promoter of women’s rugby in Canada. This podcast speaks to the addiction of winning and the resulting self judgement that losing can contribute to our self esteem.By Helen Wright
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Maple Leafs Defencemen William Lagesson on Playing in Toronto, Swedish Foods, & Chasing His 1st Goal | November 30, 2023
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On this episode of Agent Provocateur, Allan Walsh and Adam Wylde are joined by Toronto Maple Leafs defencemen William Lagesson to talk about, his time in Toronto and his reaction to the media, playing in front of family in the Global Series in Sweden, and the search for his first career NHL goal. Follow us on Twitter: @walsha & @AdamWylde Recorded:…
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**This episode contains expletive language** Helen Wright is a five-time university national championship rugby coach and has been an influential creator and promotor of women’s rugby in Canada. This podcast is about her views and discussions on how coaching sports needs to change. Episode #9 is an interview with Nikki Cloutier, who has been an unt…
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Ask Allan Walsh: the World Cup, NHL Triple Hard Cap, and Becoming an Agent | November 13, 2023
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On this episode of Agent Provocateur, Allan Walsh and Adam Wylde discuss: 00:00 Non-monetary items in contracts 06:30 Skyrocketing franchise values 16:00 The triple hard cap and expansion 37:00 An NHL World Cup and Olympic participation 58:00 Tips for an aspiring agent 1:05:00 The best client, coach, and GM dinner guests 1:09:00 Biggest negotiation…
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On this episode of Agent Provocateur, Allan Walsh and Adam Wylde are joined by Jocelyn Lemieux to discuss his battle with concussions and his decision to seek help for the long term effects caused by repeated brain injuries. They also take a look at hockey's relationship to CTE and the historic treatment of concussions in the NHL. Follow us on Twit…
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Helen Wright is a five-time university national championship rugby coach and has been an influential creator and promotor of women’s rugby in Canada. This podcast is about her views and discussions on how coaching sports needs to change. Episode #8 looks at the concept of “power over” and boundaries. It discusses how players, coaches and individual…
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Brian Burke on the NHL's Disappointing Pride Tape Ban | October 15, 2023
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On this episode of Agent Provocateur, Allan Walsh and Adam Wylde are joined by Brian Burke to discuss the NHL's decision to ban its players from using Pride Tape. This comes on the heels of the League deciding to cancel all 250 theme nights this season preventing teams from hosting military appreciation events, Hockey Fights Cancer night, Pride cel…
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John Shannon on a Life in Sports Broadcast Television | October 5, 2023
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On this episode of Agent Provocateur, Allan Walsh and Adam Wylde are joined by John Shannon to talk about transitioning from being a producer and to an on-air talent, his years at Hockey Night in Canada, and the many lessons learned from a life in sports broadcast television. Follow us on Twitter: @walsha & @AdamWylde Recorded: October 3, 2023 Visi…
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Helen Wright is a five-time university national championship rugby coach and has been an influential creator and promotor of women’s rugby in Canada. This podcast is about her views and discussions on how coaching sports needs to change. Episode #7 takes a look why coaches need to create strategies and how asking the right questions can lead you to…
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Paul Bissonnette on the Mike Babcock, Columbus Blue Jackets Saga | September 20, 2023
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On this episode of Agent Provocateur, Allan Walsh and Adam Wylde are by Spittin Chiclets Host Paul Bissonette! They chat about, Agent Provocateur is back! (00:00), what have the last 10 days been like for Biz? (02:50), the invasive nature of Mike Babcok's actions (09:30), why don't players feel comfortable going to upper management? (16:00), when d…
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Episode 6 - Interview with Jill Zonneveld - Short History of the Women's Game
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Episode #6 is an interview with Jill Zonneveld, who was a significant contributor to the growth of women’s rugby from a local, regional, and national level to the international stage. Jill is the only Canadian woman to have served on the International Rugby Board’s (now called World Rugby) Women’s Advisory Committee. This is the untold history of h…
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The WGA and SAG-AFTRA Strikes that Have Shut Down Hollywood | August 1, 2023
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On this episode of Agent Provocateur, Allan Walsh and Adam Wylde, are joined by David Slack, American animation and television writer and producer, to chat about the WGA and SAG-AFTRA strike that has shut down Hollywood, what could bring an end to the strike, how it relates to the NHL, and the importance of unions. Follow us on Twitter: @walsha & @…
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Episode 5 - Coaching the Underperforming Player
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This podcast is about the challenges of coaching a player who doesn't seem to be performing to their previous performance levels or capacity. Looking past the obvious areas of fitness, skill and motivation, we may have to delve into an area we may not be comfortable with. We may have to look at the self beliefs that me be blocking the performance. …
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Allan’s NHL Draft Recap and Free Agency Review, plus Your Questions and Plans for Summer | July 7, 2023
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On this episode of Agent Provocateur, Allan Walsh and Adam Wylde chat about AP coming back for season number 3 and being at the draft (00:00), the second Jiříček (08:00), Sean Durzi being traded to Arizona (19:00), Max Pacioretty signing with the Washington Capitals (22:30), Jonathan Drouin being recruited to Colorado by Nathan MacKinnon (25:00), W…
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This episode discusses the most influential period of time related to most young athletes; immediately before an event and immediately thereafter. What happens in the car on the way there and on the way home has much more impact on the athlete than most people understand.By Helen Wright
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The Decertification option for Pro Sports Unions | June 15, 2023
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On this episode of Agent Provocateur, Allan Walsh and Adam Wylde discuss Michael Andlauer buying a majority share of the Ottawa Senators (00:00) and the option for pro sports unions across North America to decertify to gain back control of their rights and the history of the NBPA and NFLPA doing just that. Follow us on Twitter: @walsha & @AdamWylde…
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On this episode of Agent Provocateur, Allan Walsh and Adam Wylde are joined by former NHL General Manger Ray Shero to chat about his time in Nashville, Pittsburgh, and New Jersey, growing up in hockey with his dad Fred Shero, and his potential next steps in the game. Recorded: May 23, 2023 Visit https://sdpn.ca/agentprovocateur for more episodes of…
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Episode 3 - Interview with Dr. Maxi Miciak
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Podcast #3 revisits the changing nature of coaching sports with Dr. Maxi Miciak who was a high performance athlete and coach. She is currently a researcher in the area of relationship impact on outcomes. The discussion involves Maxi’s experiences as an athlete, coach and now researcher and how they relate to the changing world of coaching sports.…
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The NHL's Officiating Crisis | May 4, 2023
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Get an Exclusive NordVPN deal here ↣ https://nordvpn.com/agentp It’s risk- free with Nord’s 30-day money back guarantee! 👍 On this episode of Agent Provocateur, Allan Walsh and Adam Wylde give their thoughts on the current state of officiating in the NHL. They discuss the problems at hand, what the NHL is, and isn't, doing to fix those issues, and …
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Phil de Picciotto: In Conversation with the Sports & Entertainment Icon, Founder and President of Octagon | April 19, 2023
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Get an Exclusive NordVPN deal here ↣ https://nordvpn.com/agentp It’s risk- free with Nord’s 30-day money back guarantee! 👍 On this episode of Agent Provocateur, Allan Walsh and Adam Wylde are joined by Phil de Picciotto! Phil is the founder and President of Octagon and has been at the forefront of the sports, music, and entertainment industry for m…
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Get an Exclusive NordVPN deal here ↣ https://nordvpn.com/agentp It’s risk- free with Nord’s 30-day money back guarantee! 👍 On this episode of Agent Provocateur, Allan Walsh and Adam Wylde are joined by ESPN & TNT colour commentator Ray Ferraro! They chat about Ray time as a player during the 1992 NHL strike, transitioning from player to broadcaster…
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Helen Wright is a five-time university national championship rugby coach and has been an influential creator and promotor of women’s rugby in Canada. This podcast is about her views and discussions on how coaching sports needs to change. Episode #2 looks at why individuals coach and why they stop coaching.…
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Episode 1 - Introduction & Why Do We Play?
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Helen Wright, Author of "Barefoot Flying" is a five time university sport national champion coach, who believes coaching sports needs to change to stay relevant with today's athletes, girls in particular. This episode is an introduction to the series and starts with the question, "Why Do We Play?"By Helen Wright
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Post Trade Deadline Recap and Diamond Sports Bankruptcy | March 19, 2023
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On this episode of Agent Provocateur, Allan Walsh and Adam Wylde chat about a busy trade deadline, Jonathan Drouin's meeting a huge fan, the Diamond Sports bankruptcy and more! Originally aired: March 19, 2023 Visit https://sdpn.ca/agentprovocateur for more episodes of Agent Provocateur with Allan Walsh and Adam Wylde. Powered by https://sportsinte…
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Steve Yzerman on Trades, Spotify Playlists and Becoming a GM | February 22, 2023
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On this episode of Agent Provocateur, Allan Walsh and Adam Wylde are joined by general manager of the executive vice president and general manager of the Detroit Red Wings, Steve Yzerman. They chat about making the move from player to management, leaving Tampa for Detroit, the day-to-day duties of a GM, and much more! Originally aired: February 22,…
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The Future of the NHLPA | February 14, 2023
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On this episode of Agent Provocateur, Allan Walsh and Adam Wylde discuss the future of the NHLPA. After a long search for a new executive director of the National Hockey League Players Association, the committee is rumoured to have landed on Marty Walsh, the current U.S. Secretary of Labor. Originally aired: February 14, 2023 Visit https://sdpn.ca/…
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Listener Q&A with Allan Walsh | January 22, 2023
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On this episode of Agent Provocateur, Allan Walsh answers questions from YOU, the Agent Provocateur listeners. Adam Wylde asks him everything from, the worst client experiences to whether or not Gary Bettman would come on the show, and plenty more! Watch the episode here: https://youtu.be/-CJ1sShpT6o Originally aired: January 22, 2023 Visit https:/…
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On this episode of Agent Provocateur, Allan Walsh and Adam Wylde are joined by TSN play-by-play broadcaster Gord Miller. They chat about the Hockey Can’t Stop tour, calling the World Juniors, name pronunciation, Adam's run in with Gord, and much more! Originally aired: January 12, 2022 Visit https://sdpn.ca/agentprovocateur for more episodes of Age…
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Hall of Fame Coach Scotty Bowman | December 26, 2022
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On this episode of Agent Provocateur, Allan Walsh and Adam Wylde are joined by the legendary Scotty Bowman! They chat about Scotty's incredible coaching career, including his many trips to the Stanley Cup Finals and the countless Hall of Famers he coached. Originally aired: December 26, 2022 Visit https://sdpn.ca/agentprovocateur for more episodes …
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In Conversation with NBA Super-Agent Alex Saratsis | December 12, 2022
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On this episode of Agent Provocateur, Allan Walsh and Adam Wylde chat with NBA agent Alex Saratsis. Alex Saratsis is the Co-Managing Director of Octagon Basketball and represents NBA talent like Giannis Antetokounmpo and Bam Adebayo. Watch the full episode here: https://youtu.be/MyiU_MG7ZmA Originally aired: December 12, 2022 Visit https://sdpn.ca/…
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Pittsburgh Penguins Defenceman Jan Rutta | November 30, 2022
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On this episode of Agent Provocateur with Allan Walsh and Adam Wylde, Pittsburgh Penguins defenseman Jan Rutta joins the show to talk about winning two very different Stanley Cups, his love of the NFL, playing in Europe, and much more! Originally aired: November 30, 2022 Powered by https://sportsinteraction.com/sdpn Any opinion expressed is not adv…
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NHL: League of Denial. Hockey Definitively Causes CTE with Chris Nowinski | November 10, 2022
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On this episode of Agent Provocateur with Allan Walsh and Adam Wylde, they chat with Christopher Nowinski about CTE and its relationship with hockey and the NHL. Chris Nowinski, PhD, is co-founder and CEO of the Concussion Legacy Foundation, a non-profit organization leading the fight against concussions and CTE and dedicated to improving the lives…
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Is the NHL Headed Towards Another Lockout? | November 1, 2022
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On this episode of Agent Provocateur with Allan Walsh and Adam Wylde, they chat about David Jiříček making his NHL debut, NHL players adjusting to new teams and cities, the upcoming CBA negotiations and potential lockout, and the history of contract bonuses. Originally aired: November 1, 2022 Powered by https://sportsinteraction.com/sdpn Any opinio…
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Those Who Don't Learn From History Are Doomed to Repeat It. 2004-2005 NHL Lockout with Bruce Dowbiggin | October 18, 2022
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Bruce Dowbiggin, Canadian sports broadcaster, journalist and author, joins Allan Walsh and Adam Wylde to recant stories of the 2004-2005 NHL Lockout. Learn more about Bruce here: https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Bruce_Dowbiggin Follow Bruce on Twitter: https://twitter.com/dowbboy?s=20&t=1E1TPrQ8OK3L9c8ds7ANdQ Originally aired: October 13, 2022 Powered…
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Justin Davis - Conflicted Scars: An Average Player's Journey to the NHL | October 10, 2022
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TW: This episode contains stories of hazing and abuse. On this episode of Agent Provocateur, Allan Walsh and Adam Wylde speak to Justin Davis, one of Allan's first ever clients, about his new book, Conflict Scars. It's a eye opening look at the darkest parts of the hockey world as Justin pursues his NHL dreams as a teenager playing Major Junior Hoc…
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On this episode of Agent Provocateur, Allan Walsh and Adam Wylde have a quick catch-up after their summer break and then they are joined by Pittsburgh Penguins general manager Ron Hextall to talk about his minor and pro career and transitioning from a scout to an NHL GM. Originally aired: September 15, 2022 Powered by https://sportsinteraction.com/…
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Free Agency and Season 1 Wrap Up | July 27, 2022
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On this episode of Agent Provocateur, Allan Walsh and Adam Wylde discuss, Allan has been VERY busy during Free Agency (00:00), the Florida Panthers trade Jonathan Huberdeau to the Calgary Flames (08:00), the Vegas Golden Knights trade Max Pacioretty to the Carolina Hurricanes (18:00), Marc-André Fleury re-signs in with the Minnesota Wild (27:30), D…
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