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New England Hockey Journal’s RinkWise

New England Hockey Journal’s RinkWise listeners will hear from hockey influencers and leaders at all levels, delivering advice and direction like you’ve never heard before.

  1. JUN 26

    BB&N's Ed Bourget on Development and Recruiting

    The guest is Ed Bourget, Director of Hockey Operations at Buckingham Browne & Nichols (BB&N). The discussion delves into Ed's extensive background in hockey, from playing high school hockey at Shrewsbury High and Sacred Heart to his professional stint in Europe. Ed provides insights into his new role at BB&N, focusing on supporting both the boys' and girls' hockey programs. The conversation also explores player development, managing the grueling prep school hockey schedule, and balancing the demands of athletics with academic and personal life. Ed emphasizes the importance of rest, development beyond just hockey skills, and preparing for life after the sport. The episode concludes with reflections on the evolving landscape of hockey recruitment and the significance of enjoying the process.   Topics 00:19 Ed's Hockey Background 01:26 Coaching Philosophy and New Role 03:09 Player Development and Training 09:51 Recruiting Process Insights 17:49 Balancing Academics and Athletics 21:59 Life After Hockey 22:55 Path to Coaching 25:28 Future of Prep School Hockey 30:28 Conclusion and Final Thoughts

    32 min

  2. JUN 17

    Reacting to the 2025 QMJHL Draft

    In this episode of the New England Hockey Journal's Rink Wise Podcast, hosts Evan Marinofsky and Patrick Donnelly discuss various updates in the sports world, focusing particularly on the recent US Open and the New England D1 Championship in baseball at Polar Park. While updating on baseball, the hosts delve into the major topic of the week—the Quebec Major Junior Hockey League (QMJHL) Draft. They provide insights into significant picks, including a detailed analysis of picks from New England and the implications for prep schools, junior hockey leagues, and the National Team Development Program (NTDP). The podcast also explores potential recruiting battles between the USHL and Canadian junior leagues, value picks, snubs, and the future of New England players in junior hockey. The episode wraps up with insights into what the changes in draft dynamics might mean for the evolving landscape of prep and junior hockey.   Topics 00:31 High School Baseball Championships 02:30 QMJHL Draft Overview 05:29 Impact on New England Players 10:36 Future of Junior Hockey and Prep Schools 13:18 Quebec Ramparts' Bold Move 15:47 Carter Meyer Draft Reactions 16:41 Quebec's Strategic Draft Picks 18:46 Notable Draft Picks and Surprises 20:09 Underrated Draft Picks and Value Finds 22:45 Draft Snubs and Missed Opportunities 27:10 USHL vs. QMJHL: The Recruiting Battle 30:31 Concluding Thoughts and Future Updates

    32 min

  3. JUN 2

    Scout & Former NHL Player Eric Boguniecki

    Evan and Patrick Donnelly are joined by Eric Boguniecki, a former NHL player and current scout for the Arizona Coyotes and Utah Mammoth. They discuss Eric's impressive career, his transition from coaching to scouting, and his insights on player development. Eric shares personal stories about his son's unique path from baseball to hockey, emphasizing the importance of multi-sport participation for young athletes. The conversation touches on the evolving landscape of prep school and junior hockey, the impact of the CHL ruling on college commitments, and the potential for new NCAA Division I programs. Additionally, they dive into personal anecdotes about their love for hockey and the emotional highs and lows of being a sports fan.   Topics 00:46 Introducing the Special Guest: Eric Boguniecki 01:22 Eric’s Career Journey 01:51 Life on the Road as a Scout 03:21 Transition from Coaching to Scouting 04:58 Scouting Insights and Player Evaluation 06:21 The Importance of Hockey Sense 12:26 Balancing Sports and Family Life 16:53 Jake Boggan's Unique Path in Sports 17:15 Challenges and Changes in Prep School Hockey 36:45 Hockey Prep School Culture 37:16 Memorable Football Moments 38:25 Jake's College Recruitment Journey 40:37 NCAA Recruitment Rules and Challenges 42:00 The Impact of Transfer Portals 44:03 The Future of College Hockey 47:46 Hockey's Growing Popularity 55:12 Overtime: Personal Hockey Stories

    1h 7m

  4. MAY 23

    Takeaways from the Mass. Hockey Festivals

    Evan and Pat discuss the recent Mass. Hockey Festival for both boys and girls, providing insights on standout players, snubs, and potential future stars. The conversation also touches on the unpredictability of New England weather, their personal gripes about hockey, the impact of youth sports' financial demands, and fun insights into their hypothetical Zamboni ride theme songs.   Topics 01:38 Mass Hockey Festival Overview 02:06 Boys' Festival Highlights 04:28 Rising Stars: Oh Eights and Oh Nines 10:23 Notable Snubs and Surprises 12:22 2000 Tens: Future Prospects 15:22 NTDP Aspirations for 2010s 18:13 Personal Anecdotes and Girls' Festival 19:05 Stock Risers: Girls in Hockey 19:37 Standout Performances at the Festival 22:32 Young Talents to Watch 24:55 Future Stars: The 2010s 30:24 Unpopular Opinions in Hockey 37:04 Overtime: Fun and Final Thoughts

    39 min

  5. APR 29

    Boys Prep Season Recap

    Evan and Pat reflect on the recently concluded boys prep hockey season, discussing standout teams, surprising performances, and key players. They highlight teams like Deerfield, St. Mark's, Dexter, Rivers, and more for their unexpected success. They delve into the contributions of standout players such as Carter Meyer, Joe Salandra, Billy McCaslin, and others. Additionally, they discuss the potential impact of the CHL on the future of prep hockey and look ahead to how teams might shape up next season. The episode concludes with an 'overrated or underrated' segment, adding a fun twist to the in-depth hockey analysis. Topics 00:00 Introduction and Casual Banter 00:34 Reflecting on the Bruins' Season 01:34 Prep Hockey Season Recap 02:21 Surprising Teams of the Season 12:59 Standout Players and Performances 17:42 NTDP Evaluation Camp Insights 21:48 Analyzing Pandolfo's Potential 22:22 Lessons from Sears' Development Path 24:14 Impact of CHL on Prep Hockey 27:50 Teams to Watch Next Season 29:52 NHL Draft Prospects 33:28 Overtime: Underrated or Overrated 39:46 Wrapping Up the Prep Season

    40 min

  6. APR 22

    Girls Hockey Season Recap

    Evan and Pat reunite in the studio to discuss the end of the girls' hockey season. They reflect on the exciting season, highlighting standout teams like Loomis Chaffee and Nobles. The discussion covers how various teams performed, their top players, and expectations for the next season. Goal-tending performances and uncommitted prospects are also spotlighted. The episode concludes with a fun 'overrated or underrated' segment featuring items like wearing jerseys to games and bubble hockey.   Topics 00:37 Reflecting on the Girls Season 01:18 Loomis Chaffee's Dominant Performance 03:14 Nobles and Andover: Season Highlights 05:29 Rivers and Exeter: Rising Teams 06:26 New Hampton's Elite Eight Aspirations 07:50 Dexter and BB&N's Strong Seasons 09:29 Thayer and St. Mark's: Surprising Runs 11:25 Tabor's Competitive Season 12:46 Deerfield's Adaptable Strategy 13:46 Standout Players of the Season 17:17 Williston's Unexpected Playoff Exit 19:06 Top Goalies of the Year 21:38 The Lone Goalie's Journey 22:07 Uncommitted Standouts to Watch 25:17 Prep Transfers and Future Prospects 26:52 Teams to Watch Next Season 30:18 Overtime: Overrated or Underrated? 38:18 Wrapping Up and Future Coverage

    39 min

  7. MAR 13

    Previewing the MIAA State Championships

    Evan and Pat preview the MIAA State Championships, scheduled for Sunday. They discuss the format of the preview, likening it to their 'Rinkwise' podcast, and emphasize the appeal of concise and direct coverage. The preview covers multiple divisions, starting with the Division 4 boys' matchup between Winthrop and Dedham, analyzing their paths to the final. They move on to the Division 1 girls' game, highlighting the journey of top-seeded Hingham and underdog Bishop Stang, and consider the potential for an upset. The Division 1 boys' final between St. John Shrewsbury and Catholic Memorial (CM) presents a similar narrative of an unexpected finalist versus a dominant favorite. Division 2 boys see Billerica facing Canton, both teams with impressive seasons, followed by Division 3 boys' clash between Nauset and Medfield, illustrating Nauset's dominance. Finally, they preview the Division 2 girls' game between Milton and Medfield, noting Medfield's impressive run as a lower seed. Throughout, the hosts reflect on past tournament experiences, the impact of team momentum, and the excitement of unexpected matchups in the championship.   Topics 00:43 MIAA State Championships Preview 02:02 Division 4 Boys Championship Preview 03:36 Division 1 Girls Championship Preview 07:07 Division 1 Boys Championship Preview 13:11 Division 2 Boys Championship Preview 15:17 Division 3 Boys Championship Preview 18:09 Division 2 Girls Championship Preview 21:21 Conclusion and Final Thoughts

    24 min

  8. MAR 11

    NEPSAC Boys Hockey Championship Takeaways

    Pat and Evan provide a detailed recap of the boys prep hockey championship games. Key highlights include Cushing's dramatic 4-3 victory over Dexter in the Elite Eight, Andover's commanding 4-1 win over Westminster in the large school bracket, and Kimball Union's 5-3 triumph over Berkshire in the small school final. The episode delves into critical moments, standout players, and season trajectories for the teams, emphasizing Cushing's underdog story and the exceptional performances of individual athletes across all games. The discussion also touches on Cushing's improbable rise and key strategic elements in Andover and Kimball Union's wins. Topics 00:55 Cushing vs. Dexter: An All-Time Classic 01:35 Cushing's Remarkable Journey to the Elite Eight Title 03:14 Key Moments and Players in the Cushing vs. Dexter Game 06:56 Andover vs. Westminster: Large School Championship Recap 11:05 Kimball Union vs. Berkshire: Small School Championship Recap 14:31 Conclusion and Final Thoughts

    15 min
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