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  • Topher Scott of 'The Hockey Think Tank'

    Topher Scott of 'The Hockey Think Tank'
    Sep 19 2025

    Episode 247- Brian Yandle is carrying the load this week riding solo while Motts makes his first step behind the bench of the season for this episode of The Rink Shrinks! Before BY brings on our guest he provides an update on his two older sons that are playing at Cushing Academy then he touches on some NHL news ahead of NHL training camp opening up. Then, BY sits down with friend of the program Topher Scott of 'The Hockey Think Tank' to chat about everything hockey and more including his take on the state of Massachusetts youth hockey.

    BY wraps up the show answering the My Hockey Rankings question of the week! Then, BY gives Motts’ moment lock of the week presented by FanDuel!

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    1 h et 18 min
  • Mailbag + California Youth Hockey

    Mailbag + California Youth Hockey
    Sep 12 2025

    Episode 246- Brian Yandle and Mike Mottau are back with a fresh mailbag episode of The Rink Shrinks this week! Before getting to all of your questions Motts gives an update on the Chicago Steel, BY recaps his weekend on the ice, and the guys chat about some NHL news. Then the boys dip into the mailbag to answer all of your questions and react to your stories which include:

    • The importance of passing
    • A “little league” hockey world series?
    • California hockey
    • + more
    BY & Motts wrap up the show answering the My Hockey Rankings question of the week! Then, Motts gives his Motts moment lock of the week presented by FanDuel!

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    1 h et 12 min
  • Frank Nazar & Jonathan Sigalet

    Frank Nazar & Jonathan Sigalet
    Sep 5 2025

    Episode 245- Brian Yandle and Mike Mottau are back with a fresh episode of The Rink Shrinks featuring a dual interview with Chicago Blackhawks center Frank Nazar and former professional hockey player and friend of the program, Jonathan Sigalet! Before the interview, Motts gives an update on how training camp is going in Chicago and the guys give praise to the recent USA Hockey Hall of Fame inductees which includes our good friend, Scott Gomez! Then BY brings on Frank and Jonathan for a great chat about both of their careers and more including:

    • Frank working with Siggy on and off the ice
    • The importance of having the right attitude and being willing to learn
    • Getting drafted 13th overall by the Chicago Blackhawks
    • Attending the Olympic Orientation camp
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    1 h et 4 min
  • Mailbag + Ian & Neil Lodin of MHR

    Mailbag + Ian & Neil Lodin of MHR
    Aug 29 2025

    Episode 244- Brian Yandle and Mike Mottau are back with a fresh mailbag episode this week featuring our friends from My Hockey Rankings, Neil & Ian Lodin! But before the interview, the guys catch up on Motts’ time in Chicago so far and BY also getting back into the rink. Then the boys dip into the mailbag to answer all of your questions which included:

    • Some Aussie love!
    • Using your size to your advantage
    • Learning little fundamentals at home
    • + more!
    BY & Motts wrap up the show answering the My Hockey Rankings question of the week with Neil & Ian! Then, Motts gives his Motts' moment lock of the week presented by FanDuel!

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    1 h et 4 min
  • Nice Guy/Tough Guy: Mike Rupp

    Nice Guy/Tough Guy: Mike Rupp
    Aug 22 2025

    Episode 243- Brian Yandle and Mike Mottau are back with an awesome interview with former Stanley Cup Champion, Mike Rupp! Before Mike joins the show, the guys catch up on the weekend. Then, Rupper joins the guys for a very insightful interview on his career and more which includes:

    • Growing up in Cleveland, OH
    • Being drafted twice in the NHL entry draft
    • Winning the Cup
    • Working for the NHL Network & more after his career
    • + more!
    BY & Motts wrap up the show answering the My Hockey Rankings question of the week and Motts gives his Motts moment lock of the week presented by FanDuel!

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    1 h et 30 min
  • Mailbag + Fade Motts' Bets

    Mailbag + Fade Motts' Bets
    Aug 15 2025

    Episode 242- Brian Yandle and Mike Mottau are back with a new mailbag episode this week on The Rink Shrinks! Before the guys answer your questions they catch up on some of their children heading back to school and what happened over the weekend. Then boys dip into the mailbag to answer all of your questions and react to your stories that include:

    • Some men’s league drama
    • Determining the right amount of ice time per week for a first year mite
    • Academies versus prep school
    • + more!
    BY & Motts wrap up the show answering the My Hockey Rankings question of the week and Motts gives his Motts moment lock of the week presented by FanDuel!

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    45 min
  • Mr. Devil: Ken Daneyko

    Mr. Devil: Ken Daneyko
    Aug 8 2025

    Episode 241- Brian Yandle and Mike Mottau are back with a new episode of The Rink Shrinks featuring an interview with three-time Stanley Cup Champion, Ken Daneyko! Before Dano joins the show the guys catch up on the weekend, the Sox, and the Little League World Series. Then “Mr. Devil” himself joins the boys to discuss his whole career and more including:

    • Having a coach suggesting him to play defense at a young age
    • The influence of Mark Messier
    • Learn to lose before you win
    • How different the players are in today’s game
    • Getting the call for game 7
    BY & Motts wrap up the show answering the My Hockey Rankings question of the week and Motts' moment lock of the week presented by FanDuel!

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    1 h et 31 min
  • Mailbag: A Very Worried Hockey Mom

    Mailbag: A Very Worried Hockey Mom
    Aug 1 2025

    Episode 240- Brian Yandle and Mike Mottau are back with a fresh mailbag episode this week! Before dipping into the mailbag the guys catch up on a fun weekend down in Marshvegas. Then BY & Motts get to all of your questions and stories including:

    • Get your touches and dominate
    • Is it worth running a five player defensive unit?
    • A crazy scenario from a concerned hockey mom
    • + more!
    BY & Motts wrap up the show answering the My Hockey Rankings question of the week and Motts gives his first Motts moment lock of the week presented by FanDuel!

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    Today's Episode Was Sponsored By:

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    57 min