Best Rain Delay Media Podcasts (2024)

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From MLS to Premier League With Tim Bezbatchenko 31:01

1d ago31:01

31:01

When Tim Bezbatchenko realized he wasn’t going to be a Major League Soccer player, he knew he still wanted to be around the sport—so after attending law school (while playing on a USL team), he got a job at MLS headquarters. That led to successful stints as president and general manager of Toronto FC, which hoisted an MLS Cup during his tenure, and…

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Iowa: Blown Tires, Missed Setups & Charter Talk 1:14:58

3d ago1:14:58

1:14:58

Denny Hamlin is back in studio after a 24th-place finish in Iowa. Denny discusses what happened with his car and why the No. 11 team missed the setup. Even still, Denny looked to have a chance to finish in the top 10 until he got caught up in an accident with Kyle Larson. Before this weekend’s race, many were critical of the partial repave at Iowa …

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How Europe Has Shaped USMNT’s Haji Wright 29:13

8d ago29:13

29:13

Haji Wright’s introduction to international soccer when he scored the lone goal for the United States against Holland in the 2022 World Cup’s Round of 16. Since then, the 26-year-old winger, who has played all over Europe, signed with Coventry City of the English Championship, where he just had his best season yet with 19 goals—seven of them match …

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Sonoma: “Hell No. It F****** Detonated” 1:05:23

10d ago1:05:23

1:05:23

Denny Hamlin and co-host Jared Allen are back after a short trip to Sonoma. Denny explains what happened on lap 2, which saw his engine fail, ending his day. Stages 1 and 2 had 8 cautions, and Denny explains why this might have happened. Tyler Reddick had a good day until he made contact with Kyle Larson after pitting (12:00). Kyle Larson had a fas…

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RSL’s Pablo Mastroeni, Leader of Men 37:47

15d ago37:47

37:47

Real Salt Lake is off to their best-ever franchise start, leading the West and just three points off from leading the Supporters’ Shield race — four years after finishing near the bottom of the league. One of the key figures behind this turnaround is head coach Pablo Mastroeni. On this week’s episode, Taylor sits down with Pablo to talk about his c…

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Henrik Answers Your Questions 39:17

15d ago39:17

39:17

For the season finale of Club 30, Henrik Lundqvist answer your questions! Hank shares his thoughts on the unforgettable season of the New York Rangers and Knicks, and answers fan questions. From his most cherished moments on the ice to the quirks of locker room life, and his favorite burger in NYC. Club 30 is presented by Verizon. Become a member o…

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Gateway: Engine & Fuel Required To Win Race 1:30:12

17d ago1:30:12

1:30:12

Join Denny Hamlin and co-host Jared Allen this week to chat about all of the racing in St. Louis, plus a story you have to hear from Denny's daughter, Taylor. First up, the crew recaps Shane Van Gisbergen's first career win in the Xfinity Series at Portland. In the Cup Series, race strategy was flipped on its head when Josh Berry wrecked. Denny bre…

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Concacaf Champions Cup Preview With Sammy Sadovnik & Stu Holden 36:11

22d ago36:11

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The Crew aim to be the fourth MLS side to win the Concacaf Champions Cup when they travel to face storied Liga MX club Pachuca this weekend. There’s more than continental bragging rights on the line: The winner gets an automatic bid to the next year’s FIFA Club World Cup, which will take place in the U.S. So far, Seattle are the only MLS team to qu…

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Henrik’s Heart Surgeon Dr. Eric Roselli 50:30

22d ago50:30

50:30

On a special episode of Club 30, Dr. Eric Roselli, Chief of Cardiac Surgery at the Cleveland Clinic, joins the show to talk about the open-heart procedure he performed on our host, Henrik Lundqvist. Dr. Roselli explains how his Italian grandmother inspired him to become a doctor, where he finds creativity in his work, and why he focuses on the tech…

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Coke 373.5: Pit Road Problems & Rain Delays 1:20:43

23d ago1:20:43

1:20:43

The Denny Hamlin Bracket Challenge is back for year two, and Denny and Jared talk about some of the big first-round matchups (3:00). NASCAR handed down a punishment to Ricky Stenhouse Jr. for punching Kyle Busch (10:36). Should Kyle Busch have been punished for wrecking Stenhouse? Rumors continue to swirl around the future of Stewart-Haas Racing (1…

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NHL All-Star Filip Forsberg Loves MLS 33:10

29d ago33:10

33:10

Filip Forsberg is an NHL All-Star from Sweden, the Nashville Predators’ all-time leading goal scorer, and—since last spring—a minority owner of Nashville SC. Taylor sits down with Filip to talk about his soccer roots, why he loves Swedish superstar Zlatan Ibrahimović, and how he got to experience Nashville SC’s incredible Leagues Cup run last year,…

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Tara Lipinski was Born to Perform Under Pressure 55:55

30d ago55:55

55:55

What were you doing when you were 15 years-old? When she was that age, this episode's guest had won Nationals, Worlds and an Olympic gold medal. Tara Lipinksi joins the show to talk about how she found her way to figure skating through the roller rink, what she’s learned about herself performing when the stakes are the highest, and how her relation…

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All-Star Race: Ricky Stenhouse Jr. & Kyle Busch Steal The Show 1:24:02

1M ago1:24:02

1:24:02

In this episode, Denny Hamlin and co-host Jared Allen delve into Joey Logano's standout performance and the tire strategies used in the All-Star race. They debate whether NASCAR should adopt the soft compound tire for future races and discuss the potential of North Wilkesboro Speedway hosting a points race, considering the success of its repave (31…

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Rivalry Week Is Bigger in Texas 27:51

1M ago27:51

27:51

Rivalries live and die by the fans. And in Texas, the three teams—FC Dallas, Houston Dynamo, and Austin FC— compete for the Copa Tejas trophy. Soccer culture in Texas is big, dense, and diverse—just like the state. So this week’s episode is all about the fans whose happiness depends on winning Copa Tejas. There’s Paul Fletes, lead trumpet for the s…

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Connie Britton Keeps Finding Herself in your Favorite TV Show 50:26

1M ago50:26

50:26

Henrik welcomes the incomparable Connie Britton to Club 30. They discuss the lasting impact of playing Tami Taylor on Friday Night Lights, why she looks for the humanity of each of her characters, and how she gauges success in an industry filled with nothing but subjectivity. They also talk about her early career in Henrik's favorite, Spin City, an…

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Darlington: Very Ambitious Moves by Byron & Reddick 1:22:03

1M ago1:22:03

1:22:03

Denny Hamlin and co-host Jared Allen are in-studio to dive into all things Darlington and the latest in NASCAR news. Last week, the fan-favorite Denny Hamlin Bracket Challenge was announced for its second year. Denny and Jared also delve into the recent news about the Race Hub television show coming to an end (5:30). They discuss Michael McDowell's…

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Nick Hagglund on FC Cincy’s Rivalry With the Crew 30:12

1M ago30:12

30:12

It’s Rivalry Week. Across Major League Soccer, bitter rivals, old and new, are gearing up for matches that fans have had circled on their calendars since the 2024 schedule came out. Rivalries are a big deal for players too. FC Cincinnati center back Nick Hagglund tells Taylor that when the schedule comes out, the first ones he looks for are the Hel…

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Matt Harvey Opens Up about Retirement, Battling Injuries, and Mets Memories 52:00

1M ago52:00

52:00

Henrik welcomes in former New York Mets pitcher Matt Harvey for a special episode of Club 30. Matt reflects on his World Series run, getting called "The Dark Knight" on the streets of Manhattan, and the moment he'll cherish the most that happened in an Italian restaurant in Queens. They also dive into the similarities and differences between goalie…

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Kansas: Monday Morning Quarterbacking The Best Race Ever 1:02:27

2M ago1:02:27

1:02:27

Denny Hamlin and Jared Allen are back from a historic race at Kansas. Denny had an upfront view of the closest finish ever as Kyle Larson beat Chris Buescher by .001 seconds. Sunday's race had the perfect amount of tire falloff to make the race interesting. Is there anything different Buescher could have done to hold off Larson? Timing and scoring …

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The Greek God of Atlanta 40:31

2M ago40:31

40:31

On the pitch, Giorgos Giakoumakis comes across as a cocky striker. A bruiser who will do anything to score. An absolute villain. But there’s more to the big man than that. In a special episode of Offside, Giorgos opens up about his life story, including growing up in Crete, his early struggles in the Greek leagues, his scoring titles in Europe, and…

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Henrik Earns His Wings with Top Gun Pilot Matthew “Whiz” Buckley 42:07

2M ago42:07

42:07

What do you do when someone walks up to you at a party and tells you they're going to take you flying in a fighter jet the next day? We'll if you're Henrik, you say "Let's go!". Club 30 welcomes Captain Matthew "Whiz" Buckley, the guy who took Henrik on the ride of his life. The guys recount Henrik's Top Gun-like experience, Whiz's background as a …

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Dover: Called It 1:16:34

2M ago1:16:34

1:16:34

Denny Hamlin and Jared are back after he called his shot and won at Dover on Sunday. Denny chats about why he felt he was confident ahead of the race, and how many races he thinks he could win throughout the rest of the 2024 season. Jared bought a new house and Denny has the perfect gift for him (6:00). Ryan Truex wins again at Dover in the Xfinity…

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The League of Redemption 41:18

2M ago41:18

41:18

In MLS, there’s no such thing as a win you can count on. Rules around roster-building and salary caps mean even a last-place club can give the league’s best a run for their money on any given week—and the playoff system gives everyone a shot at a dramatic turnaround. This week, we share two of the greatest single-season comebacks in league history:…

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Sam Morril Probably Won't Put You in his Stand-Up 56:38

2M ago56:38

56:38

Stand-Up comedian Sam Morril joins Club 30 to talk about life on the road, who he trusts with his joke writing, and what he loves about the Rangers and Knicks. Henrik and Sam discover that their podcasts started out of keeping friendships alive in COVID times and how Sam's experience doing comedy for Rangers alumni didn't go as planned. Club 30 is …

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Talladega: Michael Jordan Finally Tastes Victory 1:08:17

2M ago1:08:17

1:08:17

Denny Hamlin and Jared are back after an eventful Sunday at Talladega. Denny was on the way to the airport when Tyler Reddick won and had to make a quick u-turn. Jesse Love won the Xfinity race on Saturday. Thanks in part to drivers not understanding how to keep a run going. Kyle Busch voiced his frustration with the Next Gen. Denny explains what t…

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The Joy and Trauma of Sports With Paul Scheer 39:32

2M ago39:32

39:32

Comedian Paul Scheer is known for his roles in The League and Fresh Off the Boat, his long-running podcast on bad movies called How Did This Get Made?, and being a die-hard Clippers fan. But in recent years, he’s also been swept up into the LA soccer scene, going to LAFC and Angel City FC matches. On this week’s episode, Paul and Taylor talk about …

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Allan Houston on the 90s Knicks, Gold Medals, and Playing for his Father 59:06

2M ago59:06

59:06

It’s playoff time in New York City! With the Rangers and Knicks heading into the post-season, Henrik welcomes Knicks legend Allan Houston to Club 30. They compare notes on what it’s like to be center stage at The Garden, how Houston’s rich family history of education and basketball prepared him for NBA success, and reflects on how the pinnacle of h…

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Texas: Going For Broke 1:14:24

2M ago1:14:24

1:14:24

Denny Hamlin and Jared Allen are back in studio after a heartbreaking ending for Denny in the NASAR Cup Series race in Texas. Denny starts off by telling Jared about being “forced” to go to the Stockyards in Fort Worth with his fiancée and what they got into on their night out. Then, he talks about how NASCAR met with the drivers to talk about shor…

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Diego Valeri on Analysis in Spanish, Plus Eric Ramsay’s Minnesota Move 48:27

2M ago48:27

48:27

Diego “El Maestro” Valeri, less than two years out of professional soccer, is two months into his new job as lead analyst for the Spanish broadcast on MLS Season Pass. On this week’s episode, Diego joins Taylor to talk about the transition to commentary, interviewing Lionel Messi, and his legendary career with the Portland Timbers. Plus, MLS newcom…

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Short Tracks: If We Do Nothing, Nothing Will Change 1:20:08

2M ago1:20:08

1:20:08

Denny Hamlin and Jared Allen are back breaking down a forgettable weekend at Martinsville. Denny discusses what triggered his Twitter beef with Marcus Smith (8:09), his frustrations with track reinvestment, and what needs to be done regarding tires and short-track racing in NASCAR (12:58). Plus, Jared asks Denny about the 11 team's decision to pit …

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How to Transform a Team With Toronto’s John Herdman 34:25

3M ago34:25

34:25

John Herdman took over as head coach at Toronto FC late last season, when the club finished in last place. But this year they seem to be turning it around. On this week’s episode, Taylor and John discuss his philosophy for leading a team through transition, something he’s done for the New Zealand women’s national team and both the Canadian men’s an…

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Money Question: The Richmond Restart 1:01:21

3M ago1:01:21

1:01:21

Denny Hamlin and Jared Allen break down all the action from Richmond, including the race’s hottest topic – the final restart. Chandler Smith wins the NASCAR Xfinity race but Joey Gase & Dawson Cram steal the show. Why couldn't Denny go golfing on Saturday (12:30)? Did NASCAR make the right call with wet-weather tires and non-competitive cautions (1…

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TBS 142: The Hamburger, or In and Out Again 57:45

3M ago57:45

57:45

We know there's lots to talk about TBS Nation, but we did just get out first In-N-Out and that's a big deal! We get to that eventually, but host Emeritus Cody Fitch and Matt first cover Shohei's contract (the other stuff will be on an episode coming soon!), The sorrow of the A's, and the Mariners Mariners-ing. Listen to this episode if you want to …

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Sacha Kljestan Un-Retires, Plus Takeaways From the International Break 33:30

3M ago33:30

33:30

Just how hard is it for an MLS All-Star to dust off the cleats after two years of retirement and play in a competitive game? On this week’s episode, Taylor speaks with MLS Season Pass colleague Sacha Kljestan about his decision to take the field for semi-pro club Des Moines Menace in the U.S. Open Cup. Sacha explains how the opportunity came about,…

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COTA: Need A Common Sense Rule 1:24:19

3M ago1:24:19

1:24:19

Connor Zilisch makes his debut in the Truck Series. Kyle Larson's daughter didn't realize her dad won in Xfinity (9:15) Austin Hill isn't happy with SVG (21:00). How should track limits be handled at COTA (24:00)? Cup Race might not have Bristol exciting but it was compelling (33:00). Did Christopher Bell's team execute the correct strategy. (37:45…

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San Diego FC Want to Be the Ajax of North America 36:12

3M ago36:12

36:12

San Diego FC are set to join MLS in 2025 as the 30th club. They’re following a familiar expansion playbook: Find an underserved market, bring investors on board, and get a stadium. But as CEO Tom Penn—who also helped start LAFC—points out, there are a couple things that make this club different. For one, they’re the first major men’s pro team in th…

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Bristol: A Happy Accident 1:04:32

3M ago1:04:32

1:04:32

It's a victory episode as Denny Hamlin wins at Bristol. Denny got lucky at the end of stage 1 when he blew a tire. What he learned from that blown tire that helped him the rest of the race. Did anyone have an idea the tires would wear the way they did? Denny's plea to Goodyear and whoever created this tire. Was the tire the issue or was it somethin…

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Miami Are the Villains MLS Needs, With Paul Tenorio & Pablo Maurer 33:14

3M ago33:14

33:14

Inter Miami CF have shown us they are unbeatable at their best. The flip side? Every club is giving them their very best shot. This week, The Athletic’s Paul Tenorio and Pablo Maurer join Taylor to talk through how Miami became the most wanted victory in MLS, as well as their upcoming trip to D.C. United—a club that itself was once the league’s “mo…

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Phoenix: What More Do You Want? 1:01:08

3M ago1:01:08

1:01:08

What happens to Denny if he doesn't spin out (7:30)? Fans are overreacting calling the race in Phoenix bad (10:10). Just how easy is it to fix the horsepower problem (24:15)? Toyota makes a statement in Phoenix (39:15). Austin Dillon's run of bad luck continues (43:20). Chevy had a bad day. What was wrong with Denny's car (49:40). Christopher Bell …

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How to Score in MLS With Bradley Wright-Phillips 55:50

4M ago55:50

55:50

It seems like every week, the big question for most teams in MLS is: Who’s going to score? So on this week’s episode, scoring legend and New York Red Bulls great Bradley Wright-Phillips joins Taylor—a bit of a scoring legend himself—to talk about scoring goals in MLS. They discuss BWP’s career, which can be seen as a blueprint for overseas players …

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Las Vegas: Bad Luck On Pit Road 1:02:38

4M ago1:02:38

1:02:38

Denny is tired hearing about Joey Logano's gloves. Dale Jr leaving NBC is good for Dale and NBC (7:50). A successful blackjack tournament (14:43). Jared big timed Bruno Mars (22:00). Rajah Caruth gets his first win in the Truck Series (27:20). John Hunter Nemechek wins in Xfinity, getting the first non-Chevy victory this year. Kyle Larson dominates…

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A Tale of Two Teams 49:07

4M ago49:07

49:07

LAFC and the Colorado Rapids are as different as clubs can be. While LAFC won 2023’s Western final, the Rapids finished last in the conference. But both teams were busy in the offseason maneuvering for a more successful ’24. On this week’s episode, Taylor sits down with club leaders responsible for those prospects. First, Taylor speaks with LAFC co…

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Atlanta: Greatest Finish In NASCAR History 1:21:47

4M ago1:21:47

1:21:47

Denny and Jared discuss the difference between Gen 6 and Next Gen cars when in wrecks. Austin Hill wins again. How hard is it to save fuel? Why Atlanta is more difficult than Daytona. What caused the first wreck in the Cup race. Matter of time for Chase Briscoe to wreck and Denny was collateral damage. NASCAR makes the right call staying green when…

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2024 Season Preview With Sacha Kljestan & Diego Valeri 47:43

4M ago47:43

47:43

Offside With Taylor Twellman is back, and we’re kicking things off with a big 2024 season preview. Sacha Kljestan and Diego Valeri join Taylor to go through every MLS team—yes, every team—and reveal who they’re buying and who they’re selling. Plus, who has the best kits for 2024? Offside With Taylor Twellman is a Major League Soccer podcast, produc…

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Daytona 500: This Sucks. I Want To Race 1:07:40

4M ago1:07:40

1:07:40

Nick Sanchez get his first Truck Series win. Selfish driving at the end of the ARCA race. Xfinity once again has a great race. NASCAR made the wrong call punishing Riley Herbst. The Rock talks about Denny being the villain. Latest update on charter agreement and the owners retaining Jeffery Kessler. Unfortunately the Daytona 500 became a fuel savin…

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New Motto: "A11 IN" 1:00:52

4M ago1:00:52

1:00:52

Is NASCAR going away from the purple vest? If Denny can't win Daytona 500, who is his pick (5:00)? Expectations for Josh Berry's rookie season (7:50). Bubba to find victory lane in 2024 (8:46)? Chase Elliott looking to rebound after tough 2023 season (9:22). Make or break season for Daniel Suarez. Could Noah Gragson actually win in Daytona (13:20)?…

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What Dad Didn't Lke About My Clash Win 1:03:30

5M ago1:03:30

1:03:30

NASCAR made the right call moving the start of The Clash. It's ok if some teams eliminated from The Clash (8:00). Denny was fast on short runs and restarts helped him a lot (15:00). Ty Gibbs and Joey Logano still beefing (23:17). Ricky Stenhouse Jr not happy with John Hunter Nemechek (34:45). Kyle Larson paid back Bubba Wallace (41:00). Why Denny l…

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I'm Back...And Look Who's With Me 1:21:52

5M ago1:21:52

1:21:52

Denny and Jared are joined by Jeff Gluck and Jordan Bianchi to discuss what's happened in the off-season and preview the upcoming NASCAR Season. Netflix's NASCAR documentary dropped (4:18). Did 24 Hours of Daytona not go the full 24 hours (12:35)? Teams still waiting on a charter agreement (17:40). Is NASCAR growing or getting smaller (24:00)? Are …

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Mark Messier on a Winning Mentality, Music and MSG Moments 49:25

6M ago49:25

49:25

On a special episode of Club 30, Henrik sits down with The Captain, Mark Messier. They talk about the pressure and experience it took to bring the Cup to New York, why his focus on the mental side of the game helped him succeed, and how a winning culture has to be lived and not just taught. Mark also reflects on his most memorable moments at Madiso…

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Hall of Fame Recap, Holiday Traditions and Life As A Twin with Joel Lundqvist 44:50

6M ago44:50

44:50

In a special holiday episode of Club 30, Henrik takes everyone behind the scenes of his recent Hockey Hall of Fame induction weekend. And in the spirit of the season, the guys are joined by Henrik’s twin brother, all the way from Sweden, Joel Lundqvist. They reflect on how competitive they were as kids, what it was like to face each other in the NH…

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