NHL Wraparound Podcast

著者: Neil Smith & Vic Morren
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  • Breadth and depth. Contemporary and historical. Straight-forward and experienced. The NHL Wraparound podcast features Neil Smith, President-General Manager of the 1994 Stanley Cup Champion New York Rangers and longtime ESPN/NHL veteran Vic Morren sharing no-nonsense opinions on news and issues around the National Hockey League. Bringing decades of experience from their respective fields, Smith and Morren create a unique partnership that examines the NHL from multiple perspectives. Additionally, as hockey historians, the pair can delve into any topic in today’s game and enlighten the audience with connections to events from previous years. To truly appreciate where hockey stands today, one needs to understand its past. With 2024 marking the 30th anniversary of the Rangers last championship season, a special five-part series is planned to commemorate that magical run. Expect fascinating behind-the-scenes stories and special guests with particular focus on the GM who pushed all of his chips into the middle of the table amidst the most pressurized environments – and came out on top. Whether you’re new to the game or a seasoned fan, each episode of NHL Wraparound will leave you entertained and informed. Bio’s Neil S. Smith, highly regarded NHL executive, served as the President and General Manager of the 1994 Stanley Cup Champion New York Rangers. During his eleven years with the team, they achieved significant success, including three division titles, two Presidents’ Trophies, one Eastern Conference Championship, and a historic Stanley Cup victory—the franchise’s first in 54 years. Known for his expertise in professional sports franchise economics, Smith played a pivotal role in management decisions under four different Rangers owners.. His tenure saw iconic trades and acquisitions, including Hall of Famers Mark Messier and Wayne Gretzky, as well as successful drafts and free-agent signings. Starting as a pro scout, Smith's career highlights include the impactful 1989 draft for the Detroit Red Wings and bold trades that shaped NHL history. He briefly served as GM for the New York Islanders in 2006, later working as a consultant for the Dallas Stars, Pittsburgh Penguins, and the Mighty Ducks of Anaheim. A Toronto native, Smith's hockey journey began in junior leagues before a distinguished college career at Western Michigan University. He has received numerous awards and distinctions, including induction into the University's Sports Hall of Fame in 1991. Vic Morren: Born in New York City close to the Old Madison Square Garden, Vic Morren has had hockey in his blood his entire life as a fan, player and television production manager. A graduate of William Paterson University, Morren skated for three seasons with the Pioneers hockey club and became the first statistical analyst to apply his craft to telecasts working New York Islanders and New Jersey Devils games from 1984-87. He co-authored two NHL-based statistics books within that span before moving to ESPN in 1987 and working the final season of the original deal the network had with the NHL. After departing in 1990, Morren worked as a studio producer for SportsChannel America’s NHL coverage and the 1992 Barcelona Olympics before returning to ESPN that fall where he worked all 12 seasons on the second ESPN/NHL deal and the first season of the most recent contract in 2021-22. Morren has also earned a Sports Emmy for his work on Sunday Night Football coverage in 2003. His relationship with Neil Smith dates back 33 years through their mutual friendship with the late ESPN/ABC commentator John Saunders. Morren looks forward to NHL Wraparound and collaborating with Smith with the goal to provide an experience of contemporary viewpoints, historical spin and an overall enriching podcast experience.
    Copyright 2024 Neil Smith & Vic Morren
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Breadth and depth. Contemporary and historical. Straight-forward and experienced. The NHL Wraparound podcast features Neil Smith, President-General Manager of the 1994 Stanley Cup Champion New York Rangers and longtime ESPN/NHL veteran Vic Morren sharing no-nonsense opinions on news and issues around the National Hockey League. Bringing decades of experience from their respective fields, Smith and Morren create a unique partnership that examines the NHL from multiple perspectives. Additionally, as hockey historians, the pair can delve into any topic in today’s game and enlighten the audience with connections to events from previous years. To truly appreciate where hockey stands today, one needs to understand its past. With 2024 marking the 30th anniversary of the Rangers last championship season, a special five-part series is planned to commemorate that magical run. Expect fascinating behind-the-scenes stories and special guests with particular focus on the GM who pushed all of his chips into the middle of the table amidst the most pressurized environments – and came out on top. Whether you’re new to the game or a seasoned fan, each episode of NHL Wraparound will leave you entertained and informed. Bio’s Neil S. Smith, highly regarded NHL executive, served as the President and General Manager of the 1994 Stanley Cup Champion New York Rangers. During his eleven years with the team, they achieved significant success, including three division titles, two Presidents’ Trophies, one Eastern Conference Championship, and a historic Stanley Cup victory—the franchise’s first in 54 years. Known for his expertise in professional sports franchise economics, Smith played a pivotal role in management decisions under four different Rangers owners.. His tenure saw iconic trades and acquisitions, including Hall of Famers Mark Messier and Wayne Gretzky, as well as successful drafts and free-agent signings. Starting as a pro scout, Smith's career highlights include the impactful 1989 draft for the Detroit Red Wings and bold trades that shaped NHL history. He briefly served as GM for the New York Islanders in 2006, later working as a consultant for the Dallas Stars, Pittsburgh Penguins, and the Mighty Ducks of Anaheim. A Toronto native, Smith's hockey journey began in junior leagues before a distinguished college career at Western Michigan University. He has received numerous awards and distinctions, including induction into the University's Sports Hall of Fame in 1991. Vic Morren: Born in New York City close to the Old Madison Square Garden, Vic Morren has had hockey in his blood his entire life as a fan, player and television production manager. A graduate of William Paterson University, Morren skated for three seasons with the Pioneers hockey club and became the first statistical analyst to apply his craft to telecasts working New York Islanders and New Jersey Devils games from 1984-87. He co-authored two NHL-based statistics books within that span before moving to ESPN in 1987 and working the final season of the original deal the network had with the NHL. After departing in 1990, Morren worked as a studio producer for SportsChannel America’s NHL coverage and the 1992 Barcelona Olympics before returning to ESPN that fall where he worked all 12 seasons on the second ESPN/NHL deal and the first season of the most recent contract in 2021-22. Morren has also earned a Sports Emmy for his work on Sunday Night Football coverage in 2003. His relationship with Neil Smith dates back 33 years through their mutual friendship with the late ESPN/ABC commentator John Saunders. Morren looks forward to NHL Wraparound and collaborating with Smith with the goal to provide an experience of contemporary viewpoints, historical spin and an overall enriching podcast experience.
Copyright 2024 Neil Smith & Vic Morren
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  • Episode 35 - Wild Things - With GM and President of Hockey Operations Bill Guerin
    2024/11/04

    Wearing multiple hats, Minnesota Wild GM/President of Hockey Operations Bill Guerin joins Neil and Vic to talk about his team's surprising start, an upcoming improvement regarding the salary cap, the contract of star Kirill Kaprizov and heading up Team USA for the upcoming Four Nations Faceoff in February.

    Prior to Guerin's visit, "The Three Things You Need to Pay Attention To" touches on why N.Y. Rangers hot start should not be an indicator of what the playoffs will bring, the Toronto Maple Leafs goaltending and the continued strong play of Winnipeg and Vegas.

    Other items of note are a quick look back to the weekend games in Finland between Florida and Dallas, player updates, returns to former homes and injury news which leads to a segment on the New York Islanders quandary of what to do with a decimated roster amidst a challenging first dozen games to the season.

    IN THIS EPISODE:

    • [01:10] - Vic and Neil dive into the shortcomings of the New York Rangers despite their impressive 8-2-1 start.
    • [06:07] - After many seasons of questions in net, the possibility of stability in the Toronto goal with Anthony Stolarz appears real.
    • [07:55] - The Winnipeg Jets and Vegas Golden Knights continue to throw up impressive records and getting some early separation in the Western Conference.
    • [11:00] - Neil and Bill Guerin do a bit of reminiscing from 1994 with Neil as GM of the Rangers and Bill a power forward for the New Jersey Devils.
    • [12:50] - Vic begins the discussion with Bill on the early regular season surge by the Wild.
    • [16:36] - Neil inquires about what's different in Minnesota despite a roster quite similar to last season.
    • [18:15] - Neil and Bill exchange stories about the difficulties of dismissing a head coach.
    • [20:30] - After years of working with salary constraints due to contractual buyouts, Bill shares how the changing monetary landscape effective next season will affect the Wild.
    • [22:59] - Kirill Kaprizov's attributes are discussed along with the possible challenge of retaining him after his contract expires at the end of the 2025-26 season.
    • [25:45] - Team USA's coaching staff and thoughts on how Guerin will be looking to fill out his roster. Within the discussion, a sidebar on the how the development of American players has made the U.S. truly a world hockey power.
    • [33:02] - League notes including the completed NHL Global Series in Finland between the Panthers and Stars, personnel moves, homecomings and injuries.
    • [48:03] - The challenge for Islanders GM Lou Lamoriello to augment his team amidst a number
    • [51:23] - Neil wraps up the show with a more in-depth look at Bill Guerin during the Human Side of the Story.

    Youtube: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCgBj1LV0-DMfBhcRPSJZLjA

    X: https://twitter.com/NHLWraparound

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    Vic Morren: https://www.linkedin.com/in/vic-morren-7038737/

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    56 分
  • NHL Wraparound Short Shifts - Nov. 1, 2024
    2024/11/01

    Vic and Neil discuss the continued struggles in Boston, Nashville and Colorado. In addition, the pair note the surge in Washington and a veteran defenseman calling out his team in Vancouver. Plus, some injury updates.

    Youtube: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCgBj1LV0-DMfBhcRPSJZLjA

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    Neil Smith: https://twitter.com/NYCNeil

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    34 分
  • NHL Wraparound Short Shifts - Oct. 30, 2024
    2024/10/30

    Major injury news to the Edmonton superstar Connor McDavid is at the forefront of today's episode as well a three-time Stanley Cup champion Marc-Andre Fleury returning to play in Pittsburgh one final time.

    Meanwhile, the undefeated Winnipeg Jets fall for the first time while the previously winless San Jose Sharks now are owners of a winning streak.

    Youtube: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCgBj1LV0-DMfBhcRPSJZLjA

    X: https://twitter.com/NHLWraparound

    Neil Smith: https://twitter.com/NYCNeil

    Vic Morren: https://www.linkedin.com/in/vic-morren-7038737/

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    30 分

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