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In this episode, we discuss what we saw from both the Canes and the Golden Knights in The Stanley Cup Finals, and of course what we noticed about the goaltending. We speculate the reasoning behind why Carter Hart was a little off his game, and what we think made the Canes goaltending so good. Thank you so much for watching. If you want to learn more about us, check us out on our website at https:/...

In this episode, we talk all about different things we've seen from the goalies in the Finals, particularly Freddie Andersen and Brandon Bussi. We discuss good things we've seen from them, as well as some ways we think they could be better. We talk about how sliding out of the net led to the unfortunate overtime goal in Game #3, and why sliding out of the net is rarely a good idea. Then, we give a...

If you've been online at all in the last week, you've seen coaches and others online breaking down Mackinnon's high short side tying goal against Wallstedt in the dying minutes of Game 5 against the Avalanche. We summarize what people have been saying online, evaluate why he chose to play that situation a particular way, and give our opinions on how he could have played it differently. Then, we go...

In this episode, we discuss an article that was posted by the NHL this season about how the butterfly is affecting the hip health of goaltenders. The butterfly's detrimental effect on hip health used to be speculation, but now the NHL is taking it seriously, tracking how often their goalies butterfly so they can manage their hip health. After going through the many points the article makes, we the...

In our first episode back in a while, we discuss the Oilers playoff struggles, specifically whether Stuart Skinner was really the issue in Edmonton or not. Then, we talk about why it is so important to take some time off the ice in the offseason for your body and mind so that you can attack the next season with full intensity. Thank you so much for listening. If you would like to know more about u...

In today's episode, we begin with discussing things we've seen in this already short offseason, like Bob's new haircut. Then, we dive into tips for being the best goalie parent you can be, inspired by Martin Brodeur's comments in a recent article with InGoal Magazine. We talk about how he approaches being a goalie parent as the NHL leader in wins, shutouts, and games played, and how you can do the...

In today's episode, we give our thoughts on the Stanley Cup Finals, why we believe the Panthers won and what the Oilers lacked, and discuss the performances from both goaltenders. We comment on why we believe Skinner gets more criticism than he deserves. Then, we talk about why we believe Bobrovsky has improved from last year's Finals, and how we think his mental approach to the Finals this year h...

In today's episode, we start off by discussing Pete DeBoer's departure from Dallas, and give some thoughts on the first two games of the Stanley Cup Finals. Then, we take a deep dive into situational awareness, and how to improve at applying the skills you develop into game situations for success. Decision making in the split seconds of a game is a tough skill to develop as directly as technique o...

In today's episode, we start off by discussing Oettinger getting pulled in Game 5 of the Western Conference Finals after giving up 2 goals on 2 shots against the Oilers. We comment on whether we think it was the right move, and talk about DeBoer's comments in his postgame interview on why he made that decision. Then, we dive into all things puck handling. We talk about situations in which goaltend...

In today's episode we discuss all things goaltending in the Conference Finals. We comment on how goalies are currently playing, and the panic around goalies when they have (or the team has) a tough game. Then, we comment on depth management and reaction time, and strengths that smaller goalies in today's NHL possess that allow them to excel. Finally, we dive into the mentality that the goalies in...

With many of our goalies just finishing "tryout season", we discuss off-season training following tryouts. Whether you were selected for the team or cut is not as important as the work you do after that. The work you put in during the upcoming offseason and season of hockey will determine your future far more than making any one team will. We talk about how to manage your offseason and season for...

In today's episode we discuss Hellebuyck's performance in the playoffs so far. Even though he is one of the best goalies in the world, he isn't playing his best in playoffs. We comment on why we think this might be, and common reasons goalies may be off their game. Then we discuss what our remedy might be to get him back to playing at the Vezina level he typically does. After that, we once again a...

In this week's episode, we break down Igor Shesterkin's shiny new 8 year by $11.5 million contract, and what it means for the New York Rangers going forward. We discuss comments made on social media that goalies don't deserve big contracts, and why we disagree with them. Finally, we evaluate the goaltending selections for the 4 Nations Faceoff tournament, and what goalies we feel may have been lef...

In our first episode back in a couple weeks, we discuss Connor Hellebuyck and the Winnipeg Jets' hot start to the season, and why he and the team are so good to kick the season off. Then we comment on the NHL preseason's "Top 10 Goalies Right Now List", and whether we agree with all of the goalies on it. Thankfully, it's not as bad as we thought. Finally, we talk about playing pucks that are rung...

In this episode, we discuss the new contract offered by the Boston Bruins to Jeremy Swayman, and speculate on why he turned it down, and how much he actually may want. Then, we compare that contract to other elite goalies' contracts around the league, and whether we think that is a fair contract for him. Are the Bruins being cheap, or is he asking for too much? Finally, we talk about Hellebuyck's...

In this episode, we discuss a crazy stat by Jeremy Swayman from last year's Stanley Cup Playoffs. Then we talk about the goalie battle brewing in Calgary between three good, but unproven, NHL goaltenders. Next, we comment on how Marc Andre Fleury can help the young Minnesota goaltenders heading into his final NHL season. And finally, we predict how Markstrom's season will go as a new member of the...

In this episode, we discuss 4 ways that you can be the best goalie partner possible. Being a great goalie partner not only leads to team success, but individual success as well. We give reasons for why when you have a goalie tandem in which both goalies work well together, they both reap massive benefits, no matter who is starting. And we comment on why when they don't work well together, both goa...

In this episode, we discuss Austin's road back from hip surgery, and how to recover from hip surgery as fast as possible. Then, we go into benefits of taking time off the ice in the off-season, and getting back into a rhythm on the ice in preparation for the season.

In this episode, we break down the Goals Saved Above Expected stat used to evaluate goaltenders, and the variables that go into determining an Expected Goal Against. Then we look into this stat and others, such as High Danger Save Percentage, for NHL goalies throughout this past regular season and playoffs. We comment on whether or not we think it is a totally fair and accurate stat with which to...

In this episode, we reflect on our recent goalie camp this past weekend in Jacksonville Florida. Then, we break down a comment from BelfourFan001 on one of our recent videos, which brings an interesting stat into play that we hadn't thought of before. Thank you so much to BelfourFan001 for the insightful comment. It really pushed us this episode. Then, Austin comments on his reaction to the recent...

Today we are joined by a surprise guest, Birmingham Bulls defenseman Taylor Brierley. We discuss topics from a player's mentality, and what they are thinking in different situations. Then, we take a deep dive into the most effective way to break up a 2 on 1 rush as a defenseman, and how to navigate the little nuances that each rush may include. After that, we share thoughts on how to best coach yo...

In this episode, we discuss how to deal with losses and frustrating moments as a goaltender, and how not to. We mention how different athletes respond to frustration and anger, and why that makes them the best at what they do. Then, we get into why we disagree with three of hockey's goaltending legends on a recent trending topic.

We apologize for some of the audio issues throughout the episode. With it being our first episode out in "the field", we knew it wouldn't be perfect. Thank you for your patience, and constant support!!

If you want to read an article about bouncing back after a bad game, check out our blog post here: https://www.moderngoaltending.com/blog/bouncing-back-after-losing-3-in-a-row