Episodes

  • Brian Engblom On His Playing Career and His Transition To Broadcasting

    Brian Engblom On His Playing Career and His Transition To Broadcasting
    Apr 23 2025
    On this week's Block Party Podcast, presented by Jai Alai IPA, Greg Wolf and Braydon Coburn are joined by FanDuel Sports Network's Brian Engblom to discuss his NHL journey including being a part of 3 Stanley Cup Champions, his transition to the broadcast booth and of course he has plenty of funny stories from both.

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    1 hr and 2 mins
  • John Tucker on Playing For Expansion Lightning, Youth Hockey Development & Rooming With Dave Andreychuk

    John Tucker on Playing For Expansion Lightning, Youth Hockey Development & Rooming With Dave Andreychuk
    Apr 16 2025
    On this week’s Block Party Podcast, presented by Jai Alai IPA, Greg Wolf and Braydon Coburn are joined by former Lightning forward John Tucker. They discuss his journey through the NHL, playing in Italy and Japan, his commitment to youth hockey development and the challenges and excitement of playing on an expansion franchise. Former Lightning captain Dave Andreychuk makes a surprise appearance as well.

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    48 mins
  • Nate Thompson On Playing in Tampa Bay , Being From Alaska & His Fight For Sobriety

    Nate Thompson On Playing in Tampa Bay , Being From Alaska & His Fight For Sobriety
    Apr 9 2025

    On this week’s Block Party Podcast, presented by Jai Alai IPA, Greg Wolf and Braydon Coburn are joined by former Tampa Bay Lightning forward Nate Thompson. They discuss his journey through the NHL, the impact injuries had on his and his personal struggles with sobriety. Plus they talk about being from Alaska, some funny coaching anecdotes, a great Steve Yzerman story and playing in Tampa Bay.

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    45 mins
  • Erik Cernak on Playing For Country, Ryan McDonagh and Being Traded To Tampa Bay

    Erik Cernak on Playing For Country, Ryan McDonagh and Being Traded To Tampa Bay
    Apr 2 2025
    On this week’s Block Party podcast, presented by Jai Alai IPA, Greg Wolf and Braydon Coburn are joined live in the Cigar City Taproom by Tampa Bay Lightning defenseman Erik Cernak. They discuss his journey from Slovakia to the NHL, making Bolts Beginnings, his experiences in junior hockey and the trade that brought him to the Lightning. They also talk about his partnership with Ryan McDonagh, the mental and physical challenges of playing hockey, fan engagement and the aspirations of playing in the Olympics.

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    47 mins
  • Kelley Steadman on Women's Hockey Growth and Teaching The Next Generation

    Kelley Steadman on Women's Hockey Growth and Teaching The Next Generation
    Mar 26 2025

    On this week’s Block Party Podcast, presented by Jai Alai IPA, Greg Wolf and Braydon Coburn are joined by Lightning Girls Hockey Coordinator Kelley Steadman. She shares her journey from a multi-sport athlete to a prominent figure in women's hockey, the challenges of transitioning to professional leagues, and the evolution of women's hockey. They discuss the importance of development programs for young girls, highlight the increasing opportunities for female athletes and her hopes for the future of women's hockey in Tampa.

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    38 mins
  • Mathieu Darche on Lightning's Trade Deadline, Building a Team & Joining The Front Office

    Mathieu Darche on Lightning's Trade Deadline, Building a Team & Joining The Front Office
    Mar 19 2025
    On this week’s Block Party Podcast, presented by Jai Alai IPA, Greg Wolf and Braydon Coburn are joined by Tampa Bay Lightning Assistant General Manager Mathieu Darche. They discuss the inner workings of the Lightning's management including trade strategies, player evaluations, and the dynamics of building a team. Darche shares insights on the recent trade deadline, the importance of analytics, and the collaborative decision-making process within the organization. The also touch on his personal career including his journey from college athlete to professional hockey player, working outside of hockey and getting the call from Julien BriseBois to come work for the Lightning.

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    1 hr and 10 mins
  • Blake Coleman on Hockey in The South, Mental Health & His Time With The Lightning

    Blake Coleman on Hockey in The South, Mental Health & His Time With The Lightning
    Mar 12 2025
    On this week’s Block Party Podcast, presented by Jai Alai IPA, Greg Wolf and Braydon Coburn are joined by 2-time Lightning Stanley Cup Champion Blake Coleman. They discuss his time in Tampa Bay, the growth of hockey in the South, his journey to the NHL, winning a Stanley Cup during a pandemic, his bonds with teammates, mental health and honoring the legacy of Johnny Gaudreau.

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    46 mins
  • Darren Raddysh on The Lightning Season, His Golf Game & Being A New Dog Owner

    Darren Raddysh on The Lightning Season, His Golf Game & Being A New Dog Owner
    Mar 5 2025
    On this week’s Block Party Podcast, presented by Jai Alai IPA, Greg Wolf and Braydon Coburn were joined LIVE in the Cigar City Taproom by Tampa Bay Lightning defenseman Darren Raddysh. They discuss the current Lightning season, the team's defensive core and some of his personal achievements. They also discuss his golf game, being a new dog owner, being recently married, playing with his brother Taylor, the 4 Nations Face-Off and more.

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    41 mins
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