Best Spruce Grove Podcasts (2024)

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Episode 27 - Hayley Runnalls, Commissioner of the Female Super League, Top 5 Stories in Hockey 44:50

10h ago44:50

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The brand new independent Female Super League is gathering speed as it is set to drop the puck this winter. Commissioner Hayley Runnalls joined the show to preview the league and the women's game exploding in popularity. The Top 5 Stories in Hockey features a former Saint stealing the show and a Golden Goal at the Women's Worlds!…

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Episode 26 - Rob Sklaruk, Top 5 Stories in Hockey 56:13

8d ago56:13

56:13

The BCHL playoffs are underway in both Alberta and British Columbia as the Spruce Grove Saints and Okotoks Oilers face off in the Wild Card series to determine 4th place and a date with the Brooks Bandits. Saints General Manager Rob Skalruk joined the show to preview the series and discuss his role as Vice-President of Hockey Development with Silen…

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Episode 25 - Peter Loubardias, Top 5 Stories in Hockey 1:17:54

14d ago1:17:54

1:17:54

Long-time broadcaster and current Calgary Flames Scout Peter Loubardias was our guest this week chatting about everything from his new role, his work with 4Vengeance Media, and the changing landscape of hockey and broadcasting. Brandon and Dean discussed the Top 5 Stories in Hockey from teams moving to new leagues to NHL players chasing history as …

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Episode 24 - Tyler King, Top 5 Stories in Hockey, JPHL Championship Game Recaps 1:22:04

21d ago1:22:04

1:22:04

What has the BCHL been like from the Okotoks Oilers POV? We asked Assistant General Manager, Business Operations Tyler King about the reaction on and off the ice to the new league as well as the push for the playoffs and a look at what next year might be like. Brandon and Dean discuss the Top 5 Stories in Hockey and we take a look and listen back a…

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Episode 23 - Round Table featuring Tyler Wowk and Tyrel Spitzer, JPHL Championship Recap 1:32:06

28d ago1:32:06

1:32:06

We covered several topics on the first-ever Game Changers Round Table. From why independent hockey started (hint, it's the same reason association hockey took over from community hockey) to the growth of the game and the reason for it as well as the recent move in junior hockey to the independent side of things. We also discussed the tragic death o…

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Episode 22 - Richard Nault, Top 5 Stories in Hockey, 4Vengeance Media - JPHL Plays of the Week 1:14:22

1M ago1:14:22

1:14:22

The JPHL Championship weekend is here, after a thrilling weekend of crowning provincial champions. JPHL Commissioner Richard Nault tees up some of the new aspects of the championship series in all divisions. Brandon Ewanchyshyn and Dean Millard discuss the Top 5 Stories of the Week and the best of the provincial championships in the 4Vengeance Medi…

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Episode 21 - Tom Gazzola, Top 5 Stories in Hockey, 4Vengeance Media Plays of the Week! 1:19:42

1M ago1:19:42

1:19:42

The NHL trade deadline is upon us and we chatted with Tom Gazzola who went through 8 of them while with Oilers TV. He gave us a behind-the-scenes look at what the players and staff go through, including some first-hand stories from the road with Devan Dubnyk and David Perron. We also touched on Hello Hockey with Tom and Shawn Belle on Edmonton Spor…

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Episode 20 - Ryan Carlson - Head Coach, Kootenay Hockey Academy, Top 5 Stories in Hockey 58:08

2M ago58:08

58:08

Taking a look back at the season for Kootenay Hockey Academy, with Head Coach Ryan Carlson, their first in the JPHL and a look ahead to the playoffs. Plus, Top 5 Stories in Hockey!By 4Vengeance Media

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Episode 19 - Marc Kronewitt, Top 5 Stories in Hockey, JPHL Plays of the Week 1:18:03

2M ago1:18:03

1:18:03

We dove further into the backstory and future of independent hockey with Silent Ice Sports and Entertainment Executive Director Marc Kronewitt. The BCHL was one of our Top 5 Stories in Hockey and we take a look back at the best from the JPHL showcases from two provinces last week.By 4Vengeance Media

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Episode 18 - Dan Leckelt, Top 5 Stories in Hockey 1:29:41

2M ago1:29:41

1:29:41

An exclusive conversation with Silent Ice Sports and Entertainment Executive Director Dan Leckelt this week. What is the real story behind Spruce Grove and 5 other teams joining the BCHL? How did Silent Ice get it's start in independent hockey? Where did the love of the game come from? A fun and informative conversation. Plus our Top 5 Stories in H…

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Episode 17 - Jason Gregor, Shawn Belle, Tom Gazzola 1:11:54

3M ago1:11:54

1:11:54

A lot has happened since our last show before Christmas and Brandon Ewanchyshyn joins Dean Millard on each show to break down the big stories. One that is creating a lot of conversations involves the AJHL and the cancelation of games as well as Shawn Belle and a group of independent hockey players being stopped from attending an independent hockey …

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Episode 16 - Dennis Beyak, Brandon Ewanchyshyn 1:20:09

3M ago1:20:09

1:20:09

Dennis Beyak has spent more than half a century behind the mic and called his last game at the World Junior Championship in Sweden. He joined the show to recap the tournament, the Winnipeg Jets topping the league standings, and his illustrious career. Brandon Ewanchyshyn is just getting started on his career in sports broadcasting and has built a p…

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Episode 15 - Brad Lazarowich, Brandon Ewanchyshyn 56:46

4M ago56:46

56:46

In our final show of 2023, we welcomed former NHL Linesperson Brad Lazarowich, now the Vice-President of Hockey Operations with the British Columbia Hockey League. Brad had a stellar career with trips to the Stanley Cup final including 2003's iconic New Jersey/Anaheim 7-game series featuring Paul Kariya's comeback moment. The former official also p…

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Episode 14 - Craig MacTavish, Richard Nault, Mike Snee 1:09:47

4M ago1:09:47

1:09:47

It was a pleasure to welcome 4-time Stanley Cup champion Craig MacTavish to the show as we discussed the Oilers now and then as well as winning it all at MSG with the Rangers. Richard Nault, JPHL Commissioner is gearing up for the Winter Championship which will have a large crowd of scouts in attendance. Mike Snee is the Executive Director of Colle…

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Episode 13 - Gene Principe, Ed Sawatsky 1:07:06

4M ago1:07:06

1:07:06

The Prince of Puns and host of Oilers hockey on Sportsnet will also be a part of the JPHL's Winter Championship! Ed Sawatsky's Lethbridge United squad will be trying to win it all and earn home-ice advantage in the playoffs.By 4Vengeance Media

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Episode 12 - Saints At Silent Ice Center, Manny Schmidt, Dustin Kohn 1:11:06

5M ago1:11:06

1:11:06

Spruce Grove took on Sherwood Park at the nicest arena in Canada that isn't for a pro team. Manny Schmidt of Link Management educated on the agency business and Dustin Kohn U17 Titans Hockey Union Head Coach chatted about development for players and coaches.By 4Vengeance Media

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Episode 11 - Cheryl Pounder, Kris Versteeg, Chad Hohmann 1:18:21

5M ago1:18:21

1:18:21

We took a look at the future of both the women's and men's game and the common trait is, skill and creativity! 2-time Olympic gold medalist Cheryl Pounder and 2-time Stanley Cup champion Kris Versteeg discuss up-and-coming players and leagues. Plus, all you need to know about the Saints/Crusaders game at Silent Ice Center on November 28th.…

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Chad Hohmann - Director, Sales and Marketing Silent Ice Sports and Entertainment 13:05

5M ago13:05

13:05

The Spruce Grove Saints will play a game at the brand new and beautiful Silent Ice Center on November 28th. Will the Stony Plain Eagles look to do the same?By 4Vengeance Media

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Kris Versteeg - 2-time Stanley Cup Champion/Kelvr Super League 25:17

5M ago25:17

25:17

The 2-time Stanley Cup champion Kris Versteeg attended the Challenge Cup recently and was blown away by the Silent Ice Center and the competition for his Klevr Super League teams. Why are kids so skilled in today's game? Who went through his mind each time he lifted the Stanley Cup?By 4Vengeance Media

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Cheryl Pounder - 2-time Olympic Gold Medalist/TSN Hockey Analyst 29:27

5M ago29:27

29:27

From the Rivalry Series between Canada and the United States to a teenage star from Slovakia to the new PWHL, there is a lot to be excited about around the world in the game of hockey, and who better to chat with than an Olympic and World champion?By 4Vengeance Media

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Sam Cosentino - Rogers Sportsnet 20:02

5M ago20:02

20:02

Is there a race for the top pick in the 2024 draft or is someone going wire to wire? We chatted draft, rookies and more with Sam.By 4Vengeance Media

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Episode 10 - Shawn Belle, Sam Cosentino 1:03:37

5M ago1:03:37

1:03:37

From the Oilers' coaching change to the NHL 2024 Draft and Calder chase to the best Canadian World Junior team ever and the current defending champions in the JPHL. Shawn Belle and Sam Cosentino don't disappoint.By 4Vengeance Media

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Shawn Belle, 500+ Pro Games, Hub GM for HC Edmonton of JPHL 31:52

5M ago31:52

31:52

From the Oilers coaching change to changing the culture of the game, we discussed a lot with the former Oiler.By 4Vengeance Media

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Brandon Ewanchyshyn - President, 4Vengeance Media 20:35

6M ago20:35

20:35

The President of 4Vengeance Media sheds some light on how 4V is changing the game when it comes to coverage of youth hockey and more.By 4Vengeance Media

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Ray Ferraro - NHL Analyst on ESPN/ABC/Sportsnet 32:27

6M ago32:27

32:27

A gritty goal scorer when he played and an honest analyst in his second career, Ray Ferraro is one of the best in the game.By 4Vengeance Media

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Episode 9 - Ray Ferraro, Brandon Ewanchyshyn 1:04:44

6M ago1:04:44

1:04:44

From the best NHL analyst to a rising production company, we are full of Game Changers this week. Tragedy strikes the hockey world with Adam Johnson's death and the biggest question now is how to prevent anything like this from happening again. Connor Bedard's start and other young stars in the NHL shining, plus a behind-the-curtain look at the bro…

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Game Changers - Home of Hockey - Episode 8 - Jamie Thomas, Ryan de Kok, Jon Calvano 1:12:04

6M ago1:12:04

1:12:04

Checking in on the Jets, the Saints, and the Challenge Cup. Hockey takes a backseat to health in the NHL. A rookie stand-out in the AJHL and a coach in B.C. who has worked with stars from Connor Bedard to Ryan Nugent-Hopkins.By 4Vengeance Media

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Jamie Thomas - Winnipeg Jets TV 24:59

6M ago24:59

24:59

How different are the Jets this year than last season? The hockey world showing its support for Rick Bowness and his wife Judy.By 4Vengeance Media

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Ryan de Kok - Spruce Grove Saints Goaltender 16:43

6M ago16:43

16:43

From Lethbridge United of the JPHL to Spruce Grove of the AJHL, the rookie netminder is having a fantastic start to his AJHL career.By 4Vengeance Media

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Jon Calvano - Vancouver Flyers Head Coach 21:03

6M ago21:03

21:03

A coach in the HPL as well as the Brick Hockey Tournament. From Connor Bedard to Ryan Nugent-Hopkins Jon Calvano has worked with a lot of stars of today and tomorrow.By 4Vengeance Media

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Game Changers+ Mike Fraser on his scouting mentors 3:26

6M ago3:26

3:26

A bonus clip we couldn't fit in the show. The people who helped the Everett Silvertips GM get to where he is.By 4Vengeance Media

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Curtis Fraser - 300+ Professional Games 24:17

6M ago24:17

24:17

From being a pro to developing future professionals, the Head Coach of Langley Hockey Academy's U15 joined the show.By 4Vengeance Media

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Game Changers - Home of Hockey - Episode 6 - Curtis Fraser, Tyrel Spitzer, Mike Fraser 1:14:45

6M ago1:14:45

1:14:45

The rinks are full from morning till night these days as all leagues are going strong. Curtis Fraser played over 300 professional games and now coaches Langley Hockey Academy U15 in the JPHL and discussed his journey and the pathway for today's player. Tyrel Spitzer is the Vice-President of Silent Ice Sports & Entertainment and will be busy with th…

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Game Changers+ Mike Fraser on scouting area, video and the early WHL season 6:05

6M ago6:05

6:05

Here's a bonus clip from our chat with the Everett Silvertips Assistant General Manager.By 4Vengeance Media

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Game Changers+ Curtis Fraser on the best teammates he had in the AHL 3:33

6M ago3:33

3:33

Here's a little bonus clip that we couldn't fit in the episode. Who are the guys he remembers? And what does Curtis remember about his AHL playoff debut?By 4Vengeance Media

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Game Changers+ Curtis Fraser on coaches who shaped the coach he is today 5:49

6M ago5:49

5:49

The guys who helped turn him into a pro and the coach he is now with Langley Hockey Academy.By 4Vengeance Media

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Tyrel Spitzer - Vice - President, Silent Ice Sports and Entertainment 19:04

6M ago19:04

19:04

The Challenge Cup is here and more big events for youth hockey!By 4Vengeance Media

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Mike Fraser - Assistant General Manager, Everett Silvertips 18:37

6M ago18:37

18:37

A look into the scouting world, less about specific players and more about the job itself, and thoughts on the JPHL's first full showcase.By 4Vengeance Media

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Derek Zalaski - Director of Player Safety, JPHL 17:31

6M ago17:31

17:31

Derek Zalaski spent years refereeing in the WHL, he's now the Director of Player Safety in the JPHL.By 4Vengeance Media

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Nick Kypreos - 1994 Stanley Cup Champion - NHL preview 26:09

6M ago26:09

26:09

Nick Kypreos won a Stanley Cup in 1994 with the New York Rangers and joined Dean Millard to preview the NHL season.By 4Vengeance Media

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Antonio Martorana - Seattle Thunderbirds Forward 18:04

6M ago18:04

18:04

Antonio Martorana scored his first WHL goal recently, the first of many. He also discussed his season with Titans Hockey Union in the JPHL.By 4Vengeance Media

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Game Changers - Home of Hockey - Episode Six - Nick Kypreos, Antonio Martorana, Derek Zalasky 1:12:08

6M ago1:12:08

1:12:08

We get an NHL preview from 1994 Stanley Cup champion Nick Kypreos who also shares a terrific story about Mark Messier in 1994. Antonio Martorana scored his first WHL goal recently and the Seattle Thunderbird chatted about the JPHL season he had last year. Derek Zalaski is the Director of Player Safety for the JPHL and gave us a behind-the-scenes lo…

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Tyler Wowk - Hockey Super League Commissioner and Spruce Grove Saints analyst 32:31

7M ago32:31

32:31

The Commissioner of the Hockey Super League and analyst for the Spruce Grove Saints joins us to chat about the changing game.By 4Vengeance Media

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Game Changers - Home of Hockey Episode Five - Jason Strudwick, Craig Button, Tyler Wowk 1:25:14

7M ago1:25:14

1:25:14

This week was full of laughs and education between TSN Director of Scouting Craig Button and his draft outlook, Jason Strudwick and his coaching philosophy, and Tyler Wowk leading the HSL forward. Plus, the choices for youth hockey and families today.By 4Vengeance Media

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One Timers Jason Strudwick - 14 year NHL career 5:47

7M ago5:47

5:47

A funny 5 minutes with Jason Strudwick on his former teammates and more.By 4Vengeance Media

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Jason Strudwick - 14 - year NHL career 18:00

7M ago18:00

18:00

From a 14-year NHL career to a successful media career as well as a husband and father, Jason Strudwick is a busy man. We discuss his career, coaching in the HSL, and if expiring contracts are a distraction with Stanley Cup aspirations in Edmonton.By 4Vengeance Media

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Craig Button - TSN Director of Scouting 26:54

7M ago26:54

26:54

From generational players to this year's draft and the many pathways for players, we chatted with Craig about quite a bit. Including the divide between Hockey Canada and independent leagues.By 4Vengeance Media

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Craig MacTavish joins Dean Millard during a JPHL 9:14

7M ago9:14

9:14

4-time Stanley Cup champion Craig MacTavish joined Dean Millard on a recent JPHL broadcast.By 4Vengeance Media

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Game Changers - Home of Hockey - Episode Four - Mike Cvik, Tali Campbell 1:02:31

7M ago1:02:31

1:02:31

This week 30 30-year NHL linesman Mike Cvik dropped in to discuss the life of an official and some of his career highlights. Mike is now shaping future officials as the Director of Officiating for the Junior Prospects Hockey League. What advice does he have for future officials? Tali Campbell is the Vice-President and General Manager of the Coquitl…

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Game Changers+ Steve Oleksy, 2016 Stanley Cup Champion on teammates and coaches 7:50

7M ago7:50

7:50

Here's a bonus clip from episode 3, where we find out who were the hardest working, funniest and most helpful teammates and coaches in Steve Oleksy's career.By 4Vengeance Media

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