The Sota Pod

Spoked Z and Hoppy talk about the GONGSHOW Preseason Finale, Brock Faber's injury, the Minnesota Wild pursuit of Dylan Larkin, Quinn Hughes' contract extension, Adam Larsson leveling up, and the Iowa Wild playoff pursuit!  JuddzBudz Podcast Ep221 - ManBearPod Show Outline: Minnesota Wild NEWS and Final Preseason Games Unhinged preseason finale between Minnesota Wild and Dallas Stars Brock Fab...

Spoked Z and Hoppy talk about the NHL 2026-2027 Season Preview, Kirill Marchenko trade to Toronto Maple Leafs, Atlantic, Metropolitan, Central, Pacific Breakdown and Futures predictions and value plays for Stanley Cup & NHL Awards JuddzBudz Podcast Ep221 Show Outline: NHL News, Trades, and Final Predictions Philadelphia Flyers team mates MOCK Trevor Zegras jersey tuck penalty Who wins Kirill M...

Fellowship of the Rink Ep 132 Episode 132 features a Minnesota Wild Preseason Breakdown and Answer listener questions in a Mailbag Episode SHOW OUTLINE -Minnesota Wild Mailbag -Preseason standouts -Russian line -Quinn Hughes & Dylan Larkin 10% off Waggle hats, polos, quarter zips, and MORE https://tinyurl.com/45bh24chJoe’s latest articles: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ https://theathletic.com/author/joe-smi...

Spoked Z and Hoppy talk about ACTUAL HOCKEY GAMES! First they rundown the Minnesota Wild vs Chicago Blackhawks Pre-Season Game, then the boys cover Maxim Shabanov's debut. Finally can the Wild Hang with the Stars and Avalanche again?  JuddzBudz Podcast Ep220 Show Outline: WE HAVE HOCKEY GAMES TO TALK ABOUT Rieger Lorenz, Charlie Stramel, and Hunter Haight Maxim Shabanov plays his first game w...

Fellowship of the Rink Ep 131 Episode 131 features an interview with Mike Russo on the eve of Minnesota Wild training camp SHOW OUTLINE -John Hynes extension -Quinn Hughes -Dylan Larkin back in play? -Wild training camp -Recent NHL contracts 10% off Waggle hats, polos, quarter zips, and MORE https://tinyurl.com/45bh24chJoe’s latest articles: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ https://theathletic.com/author/joe-smith...

This week on Judd'z Budz, Spoked Z and Hoppy talk about Quinn Hughes and Matt Boldy at NHL Players Media Tour, and the Central Division Rosters Preview continues with the Utah Mammoth JuddzBudz Podcast Ep219 Show Outline: Quinn Hughes and Matt Boldy at NHL Players Media Tour Quinn Hughes and Matt Boldy at NHL Players Media Tour Central Division Rosters:  Utah Mammoth Stay WILD & up to dat...

Fellowship of the Rink Ep 130 "Fellowship of the Rink" Episode 130 features an interview with Head Coach for University of Denver Pioneers Men's Hockey, David Carle and Joe Smith gives updates on Quinn Hughes SHOW OUTLINE David Carle Interview Working at KFC Vegas Natty Poor Mike Hastings Staying on top  CHL recruiting NHL offers  NCAA playoff format  Quinn Hughes speaks 10% off Wag...

Spoked Z and Hoppy talk about Guerin's interview at the State Fair, the DIRE need for a Top Centre, Minnesota Prospects, and BREAKDOWN the Nashville Predators #predsinthecommunity JuddzBudz Podcast Ep218 Show Outline: Guerin at the Fair Bill Guerin and Michael Russo media hits at the MN State Fair Discussing how dire the need is to find a 1C and who might be some realistic options Quinn Hughes rum...

Joe Smith interviews former player turned analyst for the Minnesota Wild, Wes Walz! Fellowship of the Rink Ep 129 "Fellowship of the Rink" Episode 129 features an interview with former player turned analyst for the Minnesota Wild, Wes Walz! -Wes Walz Hockey School -2026 Wild Broadcast -Quinn Hughes contract -Brock Faber Team USA vibes guy &upside down glasses -Offseason moves -Ryan Hartman con...

Joe Smith interviews University of Minnesota Gophers Men's Hockey Ulumni, former Minnesota Wild player, and key cog in a Calder Cup Championship with the Toronto Marlies, Vinni Lettieri Fellowship of the Rink Ep 128 "Fellowship of the Rink" Episode 128 features an interview with alumi of University of Minnesota Gophers Men's Hockey, former Minnesota Wild player, and key cog in a Calder Cup Champio...

This week on Judd'z Budz, we break down our annual Minnesota Wild prospect rankings, focusing on the top 15. JuddzBudz Podcast Ep217 Show Outline: 2026-17 Minnesota Wild Prospect Rankings Stay WILD & up to date in the world of hockey with The Sota Pod EVERY WEEKDAY! The Sota Pod offers a unique podcast dedicated to your Minnesota Wild & NHL Prospects! Judd'z Budz is your go-to Minnesota Wi...

Joe Smith interviews Ben Dexheimer, Wisconsin Captain and newest Minnesota Wild/Iowa Wild player Ben Dexheimer Fellowship of the Rink Ep 127 "Fellowship of the Rink" Episode 127 features an interview with new member of the Minnesota Wild organization and alum of University of Wisconsin Badgers Men's Hockey, Ben Dexheimer 10% off Waggle hats, polos, quarter zips, and MORE https://tinyurl.com/45bh24...

Spoked Z and Hoppy talk about the Quinn Hughes Backup Plan, NHL Updates, Canada's DOMINATION in the Hlinka Gretzky Gold Medal Win against the Americans, and listener questions! JuddzBudz Podcast Ep216 Show Outline: Quinn Hughes backup plan NHL & Minnesota Wild updates  Backup plan if Quinn Hughes doesn't sign extension  Hlinka Gretzky and World Junior Summer Showcase insights  Central Division Ros...

FULL Minnesota Wild Mailbag with Joe Smith, talking Quinn Hughes, backup plans for Dylan Larkin, and MORE Fellowship of the Rink Ep 126 On this Episode,Joe Smith features an interview with former NHLer and new Director of Player Development for University of Minnesota Gophers Men's Hockey, Matt Cullen 10% off Waggle hats, polos, quarter zips, and MORE https://tinyurl.com/45bh24chJoe’s latest artic...

Fellowship of the Rink Ep 125 On this Episode,Joe Smith features an interview with former NHLer and new Director of Player Development for University of Minnesota Gophers Men's Hockey, Matt Cullen 10% off Waggle hats, polos, quarter zips, and MORE https://tinyurl.com/45bh24chJoe’s latest articles: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ https://theathletic.com/author/joe-smith/ ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Follow Joe on Twitter at: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠...

Spoked Z and Hoppy debate WHO IS BETTER: Quinn Hughes or Lane Hutson! Also, they break down the Jason Robertson and Patrick Kane contracts, and continute their Central Divison Roster breakdown, featuring the Winnipeg Jets JuddzBudz Podcast Ep215 Show Outline: DEBATE: Quinn Hughes vs Lane Hutson | NHL signings: Robertson & Kane | CENTRAL ROSTERS: Winnipeg Jets Jason Robertson re-signs with Dallas S...

Michael Russo joins the show to talk about Dylan Larkin potentially still in play for the Minnesota Wild, Contract talks with Quinn Hughes, Russo's Relationship with New Jersey Devils fans and potential Line Combos for the Wild next season. Fellowship of the Rink Ep 124 Show Outline -Michael Russo joins the Show -Dylan Larkin still in play  -Quinn Hughes contract updates -Minnesota Wild Line Combi...

SpokedZ and Hoppy discuss the Dylan Larkin situation after Yzerman ousted as GM. Also, the boys talk about the Central Division, and the Chicago Blackhawks. Minnesota Fan questions sprinkled in throughout the episode.  JuddzBudz Podcast Ep214 Show Outline: Larkin to Minnesota MORE or LESS likely after Yzercanned | CENTRAL ROSTERS: Chicago Blackhawks Dylan Larkin situation after Yzerman ousted as G...

Joe Smith interviews new Head Coach of the Iowa Wild, Stu Bickel. We also cover the Minnesota Wild offseason, focusing on Quinn Hughes contract extension and the recent shakeup in the Dylan Larkin saga after the Detroit Red Wings moved on from Steve Yzerman as their GM. Fellowship of the Rink Ep 123 Show Outline:  Athletic Beat Writer Joe Smith talks with David Spacek, Minnesota Wild prospect look...

Spoked Z and Hoppy compare Kaprizov-Hughes to Parise-Suter Contract and go over the Minnesota Wild offseason checklist JuddzBudz Podcast Ep213 Show Outline: Offer Sheet SZN | New-look Minnesota Wild lineup | Dylan Larkin saga | WAY too early 2027 NHL Draft Leo Carlsson trickledown effect for guys like Jason Robertson and Cutter Gauthier  Should Matt Boldy be more focused on hockey in the offseason...

Joe Smith talks with Scott Wheeler, NHL Draft and national prospect coverage for The Athletic. Joe also addresses the latest Minnesota Wild offseason topics Fellowship of the Rink Ep 122 Show Outline:  Athletic Beat Writer Joe Smith talks with David Spacek, Minnesota Wild prospect looking to make the NHL team out of training camp! Also, a little Minnesota Wild talk woth Spoked Z from Judd'z Budz -...

Spoked Z and Hoppy cover recent trades, Free Agent Frenzy, Remaining RFAs and UFAs, Minnesota Wild news and MORE!  JuddzBudz Podcast Ep212 Show Outline: Offer Sheet SZN | New-look Minnesota Wild lineup | Dylan Larkin saga | WAY too early 2027 NHL Draft Offer Sheets are making their comeback  Barrett Hayton to New Jersey Devils  Leo Carlsson to Philadelphia Flyers (what should Anaheim Ducks do?)  S...

LIVE to break down all of the Free Agent Frenzy activity from Day 1 PLUS Charlie Stramel joins us again to talk about his rehab, and plans for Minnesota Wild Training Camp Show Outline:  LIVE to break down all of the Free Agent Frenzy activity from Day 1 PLUS Charlie Stramel joins us again to talk about his rehab, and plans for Minnesota Wild Training Camp -Brett Marshall on NHL Draft and Wild Mov...

Joe Smith talks with Scott Wheeler, NHL Draft and national prospect coverage for The Athletic. Joe also addresses the latest Minnesota Wild offseason topics Fellowship of the Rink BONUS NHL 2026 Draft Preview Show Outline:  2026 NHL Draft Preview with experts Scott Wheeler, Max Bultman and Spoked Z  10% off Waggle hats, polos, quarter zips, and MORE https://tinyurl.com/45bh24chJoe’s latest article...

Joe Smith talks with Scott Wheeler, NHL Draft and national prospect coverage for The Athletic. Joe also addresses the latest Minnesota Wild offseason topics Fellowship of the Rink Ep 120 Show Outline:  Athletic Beat Writer Joe Smith talks with The Athletic's Detroit Red Wings beat writer Max Bultman on Dylan Larkin, and the Red Wings' future plans -Team USA Group Chat  -Minnesota Wild's HUGE offer...