Best Bally Sports North Podcasts (2024)

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HTH Episode 42: Midseason Update With Mark Schindler 36:56

2h ago36:56

36:56

In this week's episode of Hitting the Hardwood, Mitchell Hansen is joined by Mark Schindler, a writer who covers all levels of women's basketball and the host of the They've Got Now podcast. Hansen and Schindler take a look around the WNBA at the midseason point and as the Olympic Break gets underway while outlining some surprises we've seen throug…

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Episode 27 - Mat Sells, Minnesota Wild Assistant GM 40:11

1d ago40:11

40:11

Joe O'Donnell sits down with Mat Sells, one of the newly appointed Minnesota Wild Assistant GM's. They talk about the Wild's off-season additions through the draft and free agency, as well as the growing role analytics have in the NHL. They also talk about Sells' time with Hockey Canada.

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Kurtis Garbriel 56:40

11d ago56:40

56:40

A big player with a big personality today on Wooden Sticks. Kurtis Gabriel was drafted by the Minnesota Wild in 2013. Hammer time to hockey moms as we tackle it all on this episode. Thanks to Bay to Bay Boat Club (https://baytobayboatclub.com/) & Minnesota Masonic Charities (https://mnmasoniccharities.org/)…

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HTH Episode 41: All Things Lynx With Jack Borman 43:19

22d ago43:19

43:19

In the latest episode of Hitting the Hardwood, Mitchell Hansen is joined by WNBA and NBA writer and reporter Jack Borman. Hansen and Borman take a deep dive into the Minnesota Lynx so far this season, including the strong start for the team, the reasoning behind the hot start and some standouts thus far. The two then discuss the newest additions to…

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Ryan Carter 1:02:37

23d ago1:02:37

1:02:37

Great hockey conversation today with Ryan Carter. From White Bear Lake to Mankato all the way to Stanley Cup Champion we cover it all today. Thanks to Bay to Bay Boat Club (https://baytobayboatclub.com/) & Minnesota Masonic Charities (https://mnmasoniccharities.org/)By Talk North

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Taylor Heise 56:53

1M ago56:53

56:53

Today we hear from PWHL Champion Taylor Heise!We recap that magical run and follow her journey from Lake City to Dinkytown.Thanks to Bay to Bay Boat Club (https://baytobayboatclub.com/) & Minnesota Masonic Charities (https://mnmasoniccharities.org/)By Talk North

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HTH Episode 40: Minnesota Lynx veteran Kayla McBride 25:06

1M ago25:06

25:06

In the latest episode of Hitting the Hardwood, Mitchell Hansen is joined by Minnesota Lynx guard Kayla McBride. McBride and Hansen take a look at the WNBA season thus far for the Minnesota Lynx, including a strong start to the season for McBride herself. They then take a look behind the success of the Lynx thus far and the chemistry that is already…

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Alexis Pearson 55:05

1M ago55:05

55:05

Alexis Pearson is a rising star covering hockey for various outlets throughout the country. From the PWHL to the Minnesota Wild this former SCSU Huskie has it covered. We discuss her hockey journey today. Thanks to Bay to Bay Boat Club (https://baytobayboatclub.com/) & Minnesota Masonic Charities (https://mnmasoniccharities.org/)…

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Episode 26 - Cody McLeod, Minnesota Wild Development Coach & Former NHL'er 46:58

1M ago46:58

46:58

Joe O'Donnell chats with Cody McLeod about his role in the Wild's player development department, his playing career from the WHL to the NHL, and his transition from playing into hockey operations.

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Joe Cranston 55:53

2M ago55:53

55:53

Today on Wooden Sticks we celebrate perfection with my good friend Joe Cranston. We chat River Falls hockey - the PWHL and his wonderful Scotch Eggs. Thanks to Bay to Bay Boat Club (https://baytobayboatclub.com/) & Minnesota Masonic Charities (https://mnmasoniccharities.org/)By Talk North

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HTH Episode 39: WNBA and NBA writer Chelsea Leite 40:30

2M ago40:30

40:30

In the latest episode of Hitting the Hardwood, Mitchell Hansen is joined by Toronto-based WNBA and NBA writer Chelsea Leite. Leite and Hansen look dive into the recent news of Toronto being awarded a WNBA franchise starting in 2026, including the announcement event itself, what the timeline could look like for announcements leading up to the 2026 s…

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Mark Parrish 1:12:36

2M ago1:12:36

1:12:36

Mark Parrish is all over the broadcast world today but before he landed here he was a rock star player. Today we start at Bloomington Jefferson and follow his career through SCSU and numerous NHL teams. The always energetic and engaging Mark Parrish on Wooden Sticks. Thanks to Bay to Bay Boat Club (https://baytobayboatclub.com/) & Minnesota Masonic…

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Episode 25 - Jonny Lazarus, NHL Host, Analyst & Content Creator 41:32

2M ago41:32

41:32

Joe O'Donnell chats with Jonny Lazarus, a former college hockey player turned NHL content creator & on-air host / analyst. They discuss the latest in the Stanley Cup Playoffs as well as as the current state of hockey at the NCAA level. They also talk about "Morning Cuppa Hockey" a show that Lazarus co-hosts on Daily Faceoff as well as Lazarus' star…

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HTH Episode 38: Bally Sports North's Marney Gellner 41:38

2M ago41:38

41:38

In the latest episode of Hitting the Hardwood, Mitchell Hansen is joined by award-winning broadcaster, Bally Sports North's Marney Gellner. Hansen and Gellner talk about her role at Bally Sports North, which currently includes being a studio host for the Minnesota Timnberwolves and play-by-play broadcaster for the Minnesota Lynx, along with what it…

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Bret Hedican 1:03:17

2M ago1:03:17

1:03:17

The Bret Hedican hockey story started in North St Paul and it landed his name on the Stanley Cup. Along the way, he represented his country at the Winter Olympics too. Awesome hockey stories today on Wooden Sticks. Thanks to Bay to Bay Boat Club (https://baytobayboatclub.com/) & Minnesota Masonic Charities (https://mnmasoniccharities.org/)…

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Mike Modano 1:02:35

3M ago1:02:35

1:02:35

Today on Wooden Sticks a fun hockey conversation with Hall of Famer Mike Modano. Arguably the greatest US-born hockey player of all time tells us stories from his North Star days and takes us to that Stanley Cup party in 1999 that almost never ended. Thanks to Bay to Bay Boat Club (https://baytobayboatclub.com/) & Minnesota Masonic Charities (https…

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Pete Lopresti 1:02:51

3M ago1:02:51

1:02:51

On this episode of Wooden Sticks we visit with former North Star goaltender Pete Lopresti. His father Sam was a legendary NHL goalie too. We take the journey with Pete from Eveleth to Denver and finally to the Met Center today. Thanks to Bay to Bay Boat Club (https://baytobayboatclub.com/) & Minnesota Masonic Charities (https://mnmasoniccharities.o…

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Wes Walz 1:00:39

3M ago1:00:39

1:00:39

Awesome hockey conversation with former Wild captain Wes Walz on this episode. We dive deep into the talent of Kirill Kaprizov and his potential to bring a Cup to Minnesota. Plus we relive that fantastic run the Wild had back in 2003. Thanks to Bay to Bay Boat Club (https://baytobayboatclub.com/) & Minnesota Masonic Charities (https://mnmasonicchar…

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HTH Episode 37: Hall of Famer Seimone Augustus 37:58

3M ago37:58

37:58

In the latest episode of Hitting the Hardwood, Mitchell Hansen is joined by the newly announced inductee into the 2024 Naismith Memorial Basketball Hall of Fame, former Minnesota Lynx star Seimone Augustus. Hansen and Augustus discuss her Hall of Fame induction, including how and when she found out, and what the honor means to her. They then take a…

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Episode 24 - Richard Bachman, Iowa Wild Goalie Coach & Former NHL'er 47:57

3M ago47:57

47:57

Joe O'Donnell catches up with Iowa Wild Goalie Coach, Richard Bachman to talk about the Iowa Wild's season, goaltending prospect Jesper Wallstedt, Bachman's playing career and more.

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Gigi Marvin 45:03

3M ago45:03

45:03

Gigi Marvin is a Hockeytown Hero and an Olympic Gold Medalist who is currently playing for Boston in the PWHL. From her mom's famous Connie Bars to growing up in Warroad Minnesota the stories are fantastic on Wooden Sticks today.By Talk North

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Danny Brooks 1:06:25

3M ago1:06:25

1:06:25

Danny Brooks played his youth hockey for Mounds View and would go on to play in high school at St.Thomas Academy. Following a great high school career would be 4 solid years playing for the Denver Pioneers. The legendary Herb Brooks was his dad - the stories are incredible on this week's show.By Talk North

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Bob Mason 1:03:59

4M ago1:03:59

1:03:59

Bob Mason spent 18 years as the goaltending coach for the Minnesota Wild but his hockey journey goes far deeper. International Falls thru Duluth and into the NHL which includes the Easter Epic. Great puck talk here.By Talk North

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Natalie Darwitz 1:01:36

4M ago1:01:36

1:01:36

Today we chat with the current GM of Minnesota in the PWHL Natalie Darwitz. A true pioneer of girls hockey in Minnesota. From Eagan High School to the U of M with a decade of playing for Team USA - this was a really fun hockey conversation.By Talk North

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Jimmy the Jet 49:24

4M ago49:24

49:24

Jim Jetland was a standout goaltender in the late 70s for the Halloween Machine in Grand Rapids. After high school Jetland was recruited by Herb Brooks and in his freshman year they won an NCAA Championship. Great storytelling from one of my favorites right here.By Talk North

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Wooden Sticks with Kevin Gorg - Nate Prosser 50:03

4M ago50:03

50:03

Nate grew up in Elk River and would go on to play in the WCHA at Colorado College. This show will focus on a Minnesota kid living out his childhood dream of playing in the NHL for his hometown team.By Talk North

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HTH Episode 36: Newest Lynx Courtney Williams 22:12

4M ago22:12

22:12

In the latest episode of Hitting the Hardwood, Mitchell Hansen is joined by the newest member of the Minnesota Lynx, guard Courtney Williams. Hansen and Williams open the podcast discussing her mindset going into free agency, the free agency process for the veteran guard and why she decided to choose Minnesota. They then talk about what Williams ca…

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Episode 23 - Ray Shero, Minnesota Wild Senior Advisor & Former NHL GM 59:50

5M ago59:50

59:50

Joe O'Donnell chats with Ray Shero about his duties with the Minnesota Wild and his experiences as an NHL GM, including previous trade deadlines. Shero also talks about John Hynes' strengths as a coach, the Wild's recent improved play and winning the Stanley Cup back in 2009.

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Pat Micheletti 56:06

5M ago56:06

56:06

Pat Micheletti from the great hockey town of Hibbing, Minnesota. He was a superstar for the Bluejackets in High School and would go on to become a legendary player at the University of Minnesota. This show will focus on his awesome hockey journey and allow his amazing personality to shine.By Talk North

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Rachel Ramsey 55:36

5M ago55:36

55:36

A fun hockey conversation with Rachel Ramsey about a State Championship at Minnetonka and 3 National Championships at the University of Minnesota. We also find out how much her dad Mike Ramsey a long-time NHL player and coach influenced her amazing journey.By woodenstick

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Lou Nanne 51:23

5M ago51:23

51:23

As the legendary Lou Nanne approaches his 60th consecutive year as lead TV analyst for the Boys State High School Hockey Tournament we chat about some of his favorite memories.By woodenstick

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Joe Boylan 42:22

5M ago42:22

42:22

Wolves+ host Marney Gellner is joined by Timberwolves director of player development and assistant Coach, Joe Boylan. The conversation kicks off around the Michigan FAB 5 and how they ignited Joe's passion for basketball. Marney wonders how Joe made ends meet taking an unpaid internship with the Celtics. Joe shares his favorite KG story from his ti…

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HTH Episode 35: Lynx Free Agency with Stephen PridGeon-Garner 51:16

5M ago51:16

51:16

In this week's episode of Hitting the Hardwood, Mitchell Hansen is joined by Stephen PridGeon-Garner, who covers the WNBA and the Chicago Sky as well as the NBA and the Phoenix Suns. Hansen and PridGeon-Garner open up the podcast by discussing some of the moves made throughout the WNBA this offseason, including those made by both the Minnesota Lynx…

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Kevin Hanson 36:29

5M ago36:29

36:29

Kevin Hanson and host Marney Gellner dive into his collegiate career at the University of San Diego. Hanson shares what he learned about life and culture during his 5 years playing professional hoops in Europe. Marney wonders what it was like to work alongside Greg Popovich in San Antonio, and Hanson shares his thoughts on what he thought of Chris …

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HTH Episode 34: Covering the WNBA and Free Agency Preview with Rachel Galligan 1:07:35

6M ago1:07:35

1:07:35

In this week's episode of Hitting the Hardwood, Mitchell Hansen is joined by women's basketball analyst Rachel Galligan to talk all things women's basketball and WNBA. Hansen and Galligan open up the podcast by discussing covering the WNBA and women's basketball and some of the challenges that come along with it, as well as Galligan taking a step b…

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Josh Minott 31:50

6M ago31:50

31:50

Josh Minott and host Marney Geller dip their toes into the beaches of Boca Raton Florida where Josh grew up. They take a detour in Memphis where Josh played a season under NBA great Penny Hardaway. Marney wonders about the difficulties of being a 2-way player and Josh gives shares the meaning behind some of his most prominent tattoos. All of that a…

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Episode 22 - Ken Klee, PWHL Minnesota Head Coach & Former NHL Defenseman 45:22

6M ago45:22

45:22

Joe O'Donnell chats with Minnesota PWHL Head Coach Ken Klee, a former NHL defenseman. Recently hired by the new franchise, Klee talks about his coaching philosophies, some players to watch on the Minnesota roster and the excitement surrounding the new women's league. They also discuss his initial introduction and involvement in women's hockey, his …

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HTH Episode 33: Looking Ahead to 2024 with Canis Hoopus' Jack Borman 1:00:26

7M ago1:00:26

1:00:26

In this week's episode of Hitting the Hardwood, Mitchell Hansen is joined by frequent guest and friend of the podcast, Canis Hoopus Editor-in-Chief Jack Borman. Hansen and Borman put a bow on 2023 while looking at how Minnesota Lynx players have been performing overseas during the WNBA offseason. They then look ahead to 2024, including the 2024 sch…

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Troy Brown Jr. 30:18

7M ago30:18

30:18

Host Marney Gellner and Brown Jr. talk about his roots in Vegas, his parent working as correction officers and how the Vegas community, at large, shaped his wise worldview. They get into his journeyman career in the NBA and how it all started by revisiting draft night of 2018. Gellner wonders what he thought of Minnesota before coming here, and Tro…

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Episode 21 - Kevin Gorg, Bally Sports North Reporter 56:53

7M ago56:53

56:53

Joe O'Donnell catches up with Kevin Gorg, who has covered the Minnesota Wild as a television rink side reporter since 2006. They discuss the Wild's improved play under new head coach John Hynes as well as the final days around the team just prior to the coaching change. They also dive into Gorg's job as a TV reporter, his role at Canterbury Park as…

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Corliss Williamson 31:42

8M ago31:42

31:42

Wolves+ host Marney Gellner asks Corliss Williamson about the impact of winning an NCAA title. Corliss shares some of his favorite memories of being selected in the lottery (13th) by the Sacramento Kings. Then, of course, they touch on the 2004 title with the Detroit Pistons and wax poetic about his remarkable 12-year NBA career.…

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HTH Episode 32: Lynx Forward Napheesa Collier 27:53

8M ago27:53

27:53

In this week's episode of Hitting the Hardwood, Mitchell Hansen is joined by Minnesota Lynx forward Napheesa Collier to talk all things Lynx. Collier and Hansen revisit the 2023 WNBA season both for Collier personally and the Lynx as a whole, discuss what she thought about her MVP-caliber season in 2023 and what Collier plans to work on over the of…

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Leonard Miller 26:12

8M ago26:12

26:12

This week on Wolves+, host Marney Gellner sits down with Wolves Rookie Leonard Miller. The two start off talking about his basketball career in Canada and some of his NBA Canadian countrymen. Leonard shares what it was like to fulfill a lifelong dream to reach the NBA, and Marney wonders what the young rookie has already learned from some of his ve…

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Shake Milton 25:45

9M ago25:45

25:45

Marney Geller is back in the hosting chair with Shake Milton in the studio, and this conversation goes all across America. We start in Oklahoma, stop by Texas , hang out in Philadelphia, and then end up in Minnesota. The pair chat about his journey to becoming the 54th pick in the 2018 draft, playing in the turnstile that was the 76ers franchise fo…

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HTH Episode 31: Lynx Head Coach Cheryl Reeve 43:17

9M ago43:17

43:17

In this week's episode of Hitting the Hardwood, Mitchell Hansen is joined by Minnesota Lynx head coach and president of basketball operations Cheryl Reeve to talk all things Lynx. Reeve and Hansen take a look back at the 2023 season, including what Reeve thought of the year that was, some players that stepped up throughout the year, what surprises …

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HTH Episode 30: The Athletic Writer Ben Pickman 47:35

9M ago47:35

47:35

In this week's episode of Hitting the Hardwood, Mitchell Hansen is joined by Ben Pickman, a writer for The Athletic who covers the WNBA and college basketball, and co-host of The Athletic Women's Basketball Show podcast. Pickman and Hansen talk about the WNBA Finals, which Pickman attended, including what took place during the series, the atmospher…

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HTH Episode 29: WNBA and NBA writer Chelsea Leite 44:53

9M ago44:53

44:53

In this week's episode of Hitting the Hardwood, Mitchell Hansen is joined by Toronto-based WNBA and NBA writer Chelsea Leite. Leite and Hansen look back at the WNBA Finals so far and talk about which team will come out on top to win the league title, discuss WNBA expansion and if the league will ever add a team in Canada or elsewhere outside of the…

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Episode 20 - Wes Walz, Former NHL'er & Bally Sports Analyst / Host 57:25

9M ago57:25

57:25

Joe O'Donnell is joined by Wes Walz to talk all things Minnesota Wild as the 2023-24 season has arrived. Topics include: Kirill Kaprizov's leadership, the next step for Marco Rossi, Brock Faber's hockey IQ, and more. Walz also shares some stories from his playing days with the Wild and his broadcasting work at Bally Sports North.…

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HTH Episode 28: Lynx Season Ticket Holder Jillian Hiscock 36:20

9M ago36:20

36:20

In this week's episode of Hitting the Hardwood, Mitchell Hansen is joined by Jillian Hiscock, a Minnesota Lynx season ticket holder, loyal women's sports fan and owner of A Bar of Their Own. Hiscock talks about her plan to open A Bar of Their Own, the first bar in Minnesota dedicated to women's sports, and why she wanted to open the bar to support …

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Episode 19 - Marc-Andre Fleury, Wild Goaltender & 3-Time Stanley Cup Champion 31:30

10M ago31:30

31:30

Joe O'Donnell talks about some keys to the Minnesota Wild's upcoming season before being joined by Wild goaltender and 3-time Stanley Cup Champion Marc-Andre Fleury (6:35). They discuss several, upcoming career milestones within his reach this season, his love and passion for the game, settling into Minnesota with his family, and more...…

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