Wut The Puck?!

Sean Baligian and Mike Iavasile dive into the Detroit Red Wings' recent turnaround, celebrating their hard-fought comeback wins against the Islanders and a gritty performance against the Bruins. The hosts discuss the ups and downs of player development, Lalonde's coaching future, and how Steve Yzerman evaluates this roster. As Thanksgiving approaches, Sean and Mike share their favorite holiday coo...

Sean Baligian and Mike Iavasile tackle the tough questions surrounding the Detroit Red Wings' challenging start. From lackluster penalty kills to struggles in player development, the hosts dissect what’s holding the team back and what needs to change. They explore the balance of talent evaluation versus coaching responsibilities, dive into comparisons with other NHL rebuilds, and debate whether La...

Sean Baligian and Mike Iavasile are back for the first episode of Wut The Puck?! in the '24-'25 hockey season! Listen in as they tackle the latest in the NHL, dissecting the Red Wings’ struggles, from defensive lapses to penalty kill woes. The duo debates Dylan Larkin’s emergence as Detroit’s best player, while questioning Derek Lalonde’s future as head coach. They also highlight the league’s bigg...

Join Sean Baligian for an unforgettable episode of Wut The Puck?! as he dives into the upcoming Stahls' Power Play for Heroes Charity Hockey Game. This special event features: Darren McCarty – Detroit Red Wings legend and 4X Stanley Cup Champion Steve Carlson – the unforgettable Hanson Brother from Slapshot Matt McMurray – a dedicated Guardian Angels Medical Service Dogs recipient Paul Sabatini –...

In the final episode of the Proven Path , the offseason team spotlight series, brought to you by the Michigan High School Hockey Coaches Association, Hosts Sean Baligian and Mike Iavasile welcome Bill McSween, head coach of the Forest Hills Central Rangers Hockey team. McSween shares his journey from player to coach, his commitment to developing both athletes and community leaders, and his excitem...

In this special edition of WTP?! , Sean Baligian and Mike Iavasile are joined by Jordan Steger, head coach of the Byron Center Bulldogs. Fresh off their first state championship win, Coach Steger reflects on the team's journey, the challenges ahead, and the impressive growth of high school hockey on Michigan's west side. They discuss the evolving talent pipeline, key returning players, and the pro...

Presented by the Michigan High School Hockey Coaches Association , this week’s Wut The Puck?! features hosts Sean Baligian and Mike Iavasile as they welcome Novi Wildcats Hockey Head Coach Anthony Lietz. Coach Lietz discusses building a winning culture, developing young talent, and gearing up for a big season in the always-competitive KLAA. Tune in to hear how Coach Lietz is preparing his team and...

Sean Baligian and Mike Iavasile sit down with Chris Benedict, head coach of the Muskegon Mona Shores Sailors, to discuss the team’s outlook for the 2024-2025 season. They cover the new co-op with Whitehall, returning star players, and the excitement around West Michigan high school hockey. Coach Benedict also shares insights on the benefits of playing high school hockey and how his coaching journe...

In this special episode of Wut The Puck?! , host Sean Baligian sits down with Clarkston Hockey Head Coach Nathan Bryer for an in-depth conversation about building a powerhouse high school hockey program. Coach Bryer shares insights on the evolution of Clarkston from an underdog to a perennial contender, the culture of dedication that defines his team, and the challenges of competing at the highest...

Join host Sean Baligian and co-host Mike Iavasile as they dive deep into Michigan High School Hockey, focusing on the Howell Highlanders. In this episode, they sit down with newly appointed head coach Keith Robertson, who reflects on his coaching journey, from his time at Livonia Stevenson to taking over the helm at Howell. Coach Robertson shares insights into his philosophy of player development,...

In this special episode of Wut the Puck?! , Sean Baligian and Mike Iavasile welcome Saginaw Heritage Hawks head hockey coach J.J. Bamberger for an in-depth look at his two decades of coaching experience. Bamberger shares stories from his early days, the challenges of building a competitive program, and the legacy of Saginaw’s rich hockey history. The conversation highlights standout players and th...

Rochester United Hockey: Head Coach Tucker Penning Joins Sean Beligian on Wut the Puck?! Join Sean Beligian and Mike Iavasile in this episode of What the Puck, presented by the Michigan High School Hockey Coaches Association. They sit down with Tucker Penning, the head coach of Rochester United, to discuss the exciting developments in Michigan high school hockey. Tucker shares insights into his co...

High School Hockey Success Stories with Coach Matthew Meyer Join host Sean Baligian and co-host Mike Iavasile in this episode of Wut The Puck?! as they talk with Coach Matthew Meyer, head coach of Ann Arbor Skyline's high school hockey team. Coach Meyer shares insights into his unique coaching journey, the growth of hockey in Michigan, and the promising talent in his team. He also highlights t...

Join hosts Sean Baligian and Mike Iavasile in an exciting episode of Wut The Puck?! presented by the Michigan High School Hockey Coaches Association. This week, they sit down with Midland High School's head coach, Steve Witt. The conversation spans across Witt's playing and coaching career, the growth of high school hockey in Michigan, the impact of showcases, and the importance of charact...

The Proven Path: Michigan High School Hockey with Jim Young & Negaunee Miners Dive into an engaging discussion on high school hockey with host Sean Belegian in this special edition of Wut The Puck?! , presented by the Michigan High School Hockey Coaches Association. Featuring a passionate talk with Jim Young, a long-time supporter and broadcaster of Michigan high school hockey, as well as insi...

Exploring the Proven Path with Brighton Bulldogs' Kurt Kivisto & Jake Crespi Join host Sean Baligian and co-host Mike Iavasile for an in-depth conversation with Brighton Bulldogs Head Coach Kurt Kivisto and former player Jake Crespi. Presented by the Michigan High School Hockey Coaches Association, this episode of Wut The Puck?! delves into the development pathways for high school hockey p...

Join host Sean Baligian and co-host Mike Iavasile as they dive into the world of Michigan high school hockey with special guests Coach Mike Stipich, former Coach Corey Markham, and standout players Connor Hannan, Ray Bryce, and Camden Markham. This episode of Wut The Puck?! highlights the rich history, community impact, and personal stories of Houghton High School hockey. Topics include the unique...

Join hosts Sean Belegian and Mike Iavasile for a special edition of Wut The Puck?! presented by the Michigan High School Hockey Coaches Association. This episode features an in-depth interview with Jason Reynolds, head coach of the Livonia Red Stallions, as he shares his journey in high school hockey, coaching experiences, and insights into building a successful hockey program. The episode also ex...

Special Edition: Wut The Puck?! x Bad Yardage Crossover with Cole Caufield & Matt Williams Join hosts Sean Baligian, Jordan Young & Mike Iavasile for a special crossover edition of Wut The Puck?! and Bad Yardage . This episode features Montreal Canadiens' Cole Caufield and his agent Matt Williams. Dive into discussions about the USNTDP program, golf, and their personal journeys in hock...

Join hosts Sean Baligian and Mike Iavasile for a special edition of 'Wut The Puck?!' presented by the Michigan High School Hockey Coaches Association. This episode features Hartland High School's head coach Rick Gadwa and several alumni players, as they share their experiences and insights about high school hockey, the proven path to success, and the strong community that supports them...

In this special episode of What The Puck, presented by the Michigan High School Hockey Coaches Association, hosts Sean Baligian and Mike Iavasile are joined by Nick Radjewski, the head coach of St. Clair Shores Unified Hockey. They discuss the growth and development of high school hockey in Michigan, the proven path for players, and the exciting future of the sport in the state. From the challenge...

In this episode of 'Wut The Puck?!', hosted by Sean Baligian and co-hosted by Mike Iavasile, tune in for an engaging discussion presented by the Michigan High School Hockey Coaches Association. The show features former Livonia Stevenson players Tyler Irvine and Jake Beaune, along with Livonia Stevenson Head Coach David Mitchell and Saline Head Coach Kyle Zagata, who is also a former Livoni...

Trenton Hockey Legends Reunite In this episode of 'Wut The Puck!?' hosted by Sean Baligian and co-hosted by Mike Iavasile, the spotlight is on Trenton Hockey. Presented by the Michigan High School Hockey Coaches Association, this episode features insights and stories from four former Trenton Hockey players—Nick Trela, Donte DiPonio, Nicklas Millhorn, and Quinn Preston. Joining them are Hea...

In this episode of 'Wut The Puck?!' hosted by Sean Baligian and co-hosted by Mike Iavasile, the spotlight is on the vibrant high school hockey scene in Michigan. Sponsored by the Michigan High School Hockey Coaches Association, the episode features special guests Carter Korpi, a standout former player for Detroit Catholic Central now playing at Union College, and Brandon Kaleniecki, the he...

In this special edition of 'What The Puck,' host Sean Baligian is joined by Mike Iavasile, Marquette High Coach Doug Garrow, and Northern Michigan's Jakob Peterson. The episode features an in-depth discussion on the journey and development paths for high school hockey players, especially those from Michigan. Garrow shares his extensive coaching insights and the evolution of high school...