Daniella Bruce and Ken Kal sit down with one of the newest members of the Red Wings, Craig Smith. The trio discuss Smith’s transition to Detroit following the trade deadline, his excitement about joining the team, and his first impressions of the locker room. How is he adjusting to his new teammates? What makes Detroit feel like home for the Midwesterner? Also in this episode, Smith shares stories from his time in Nashville, his love for Big Ten hockey, and why his dog has become the social media star of the family. Presented by Fieger Law.

Daniella Bruce sits down with Red Wings massage therapist Britta Ottoboni and Red Wings dietitian Lisa McDowell in honor of Women’s History Month. Britta shares her journey from athletic training to working with Olympic athletes before joining the Red Wings, while Lisa discusses her role in optimizing player nutrition and hydration. What’s the most unusual food request a player has ever made? How do these two women navigate a male-dominated industry while traveling with the team? Also in this episode, what’s the story behind the infamous “chicken cutlets”? Presented by Fieger Law.

Ken Kal sits down with Red Wings defenseman Albert Johansson who shares insights about growing up in Karlstad, Sweden and his family’s deep hockey roots. He discusses being drafted by Detroit, the challenges of adapting to the speed of the NHL, and his time with the Grand Rapids Griffins. Also in this episode, hear about the impact of coaching changes and his experience defending some of the league’s top players. 

Ken Kal sits down with Red Wings head coach Todd McLellan to explore his journey from small-town Saskatchewan to the NHL. McLellan reflects on his early playing days and his transition into head coaching in San Jose after winning the Stanley Cup with Detroit as an assistant coach in 2008. Also in this episode, McLellan shares his philosophy on team building and why a good coach always starts with great players.

Daniella Bruce and Ken Kal sit down with Red Wings goalie Alex Lyon this week. The netminder talks about his adjustment from living in a rural Minnesota town with no stoplights to playing Ivy League college hockey at Yale. At what point of his career did he start his trademarked "Lyon Eyes" stare-down? Also in this episode, Lyon explains how the pressures and stress of the position may have something to do with the interesting nature of goalie psychology. Presented by Fieger Law. 

Daniella Bruce and Ken Kal are joined by Red Wings defenseman Moritz "Mo" Seider this week. The three talk about his track from Zell, Germany to Detroit, Michigan and his favorite parts about the city. How was Seider exposed to the game of hockey in a country that's known for soccer? Also in this episode, Seider remembers taking a trip to the U.S. to watch his first NHL game. Presented by Fieger Law. 

Ken Daniels is joined by the television and radio voices of the Detroit Tigers, Jason Benetti and Dan Dickerson, respectively, this week to share broadcasting memories from the various booths they've called games from. How did they each find an affinity for the art of play-by-play? The trio also preview the upcoming "Hot Stove Stories! Rounding the Bases with Mike Tirico" event which will feature engaging sports discussions hosted by seasoned broadcasting pros.

Daniella Bruce and Ken Daniels are joined by three-time Stanley Cup champion Patrick Kane this week. Now in his 19th season in the NHL, Kane is still able to remember the details of his 474 (and counting) career goals and reveals which individual trophy means the most to him. What happened to the infamous puck shot by Kane that clinched the 2010 Stanley Cup? Also in this episode, the former first-overall pick talks about his experience being welcomed to Chicago as an 18-year-old. 

Daniella Bruce and Ken Kal are joined by Detroit Red Wings assistant GM / Grand Rapids Griffins GM Shawn Horcoff this week to talk hockey development and management. The trio discuss the difficulty jumping from the AHL to the NHL. How did Horcoff go from competing against Steve Yzerman to working alongside him? Also in this episode, Horcoff shares his thoughts on some up-and-coming rookies like Sebastian Cossa. Presented by Fieger Law.