Evan and Patrick Donnelly are joined by Eric Boguniecki, a former NHL player and current scout for the Arizona Coyotes and Utah Mammoth. They discuss Eric's impressive career, his transition from coaching to scouting, and his insights on player development. Eric shares personal stories about his son's unique path from baseball to hockey, emphasizing the importance of multi-sport participation for young athletes. The conversation touches on the evolving landscape of prep school and junior hockey, the impact of the CHL ruling on college commitments, and the potential for new NCAA Division I programs. Additionally, they dive into personal anecdotes about their love for hockey and the emotional highs and lows of being a sports fan.

Topics

00:46 Introducing the Special Guest: Eric Boguniecki

01:22 Eric’s Career Journey

01:51 Life on the Road as a Scout

03:21 Transition from Coaching to Scouting

04:58 Scouting Insights and Player Evaluation

06:21 The Importance of Hockey Sense

12:26 Balancing Sports and Family Life

16:53 Jake Boggan's Unique Path in Sports

17:15 Challenges and Changes in Prep School Hockey

36:45 Hockey Prep School Culture

37:16 Memorable Football Moments

38:25 Jake's College Recruitment Journey

40:37 NCAA Recruitment Rules and Challenges

42:00 The Impact of Transfer Portals

44:03 The Future of College Hockey

47:46 Hockey's Growing Popularity

55:12 Overtime: Personal Hockey Stories