The High Button Podcast

Matt Welsh​ Joins The High Button​ to talk about his recent experience at The Buffalo Sabres Development camp and what he took from his time there. Also, talking about his past year with The Charlottetown Islanders and what he's looking forward to with his 20 year old season in The QMJHL. Coming from a hockey family, Matt talks about the support from his brothers and parents and how they all push one another to be better every day, in hockey and in life. Great Episode. Ep #214 #TheHighButton

Colorado Avalanche​ prospect & Herring Cove native; Shane Bowers​ stops by the The High Button​ to talk about his childhood growing up playing hockey in Nova Scotia and the decision he had to make as a kid to pursue his career in a different way by choosing the USHL and suiting up for the Waterloo Black Hawks​. Although it was unconventional it seems as though it is paying off now.

He also touches on his recent career/life at Boston University​ and his memories of the NHL Combine and the Draft itself. A great talent from NS and even better kid. Great listen! EP#213 #TheHighButton

Matt Stienburg​ joins The High Button​ to talk about being drafted by The Colorado Avalanche last week in Vancouver. Playing his last season at St. Andrews College, Matt talks about his development these past 12 months and how St. Andrews shaped him into a top level prospect in this years draft. Also talking about his father Trevor, who is the head coach of The Saint Mary's Mens Hockey Team, and how he helped Matt learn about the professional side of hockey and what it takes to make it to the NHL. Great Listen Ep, #212

Noah Dobson​ Joins The High Button​ to talk about the busiest 2 years of his life. Winning 2 Presidents Cups in The QMJHL & 2 Memorial Cups in The CHL. On top of that he was drafted by The New York Islanders in The 2018 NHL Draft 12th overall. Growing up in Prince Edward Island, Noah talks about the summers back home and how he tries to enjoy the island as much as possible. Also touching on his hockey journey in Austria and how that decision turned him into a better hockey player and person. Great Listen Ep. #211.

Liam O'Brien​ stops by The High Button​ to talk about his new contract with The Washington Capitals and his past year with the Hershey Bears. Being a professional hockey player can sound glorious at times, but behind closed doors, the grind and tough sacrifices come into play. Liam is a perfect example of taking advantage of the opportunities put in front of you. Now a 6 year pro, Liam considers himself a young vet at the age of 24, and is ready now than ever to make that full time jump to the NHL. Great Listen Ep. #210

Jacob Sanford​ joins The High Button​ to talk about his past year at Western Kentucky Baseball and being drafted by The New York Yankees this past week. Growing up in Cole Harbour, NS. Jake found the love for baseball at a young age. Having to leave home at 14 to pursue a better chance at professional baseball, Jake talks about the sacrifices he's made and the relationships he's built over the past couple of years while traveling all over North America. Great Listen Ep.#209

St. Louis Blues​ prospect & St.John's NFLD native Evan Fitzpatrick​ stops by the High Button to talk about his career as a back-stopper. Playing the toughest position in the sport, Evan talks about his junior career with the Phœnix Sherbrooke​ and the 2018 Memorial Cup champions Titan Acadie-Bathurst (Officiel/Official)​. Since being drafted in the 2nd round by the Blues in 2016 (59th), Evan has spent time in the ECHL with the Tulsa Oilers Hockey Page​ & the AHL's San Antonio Rampage​ and even a little stint with the NHL​ club. He also touches on the ultimate sacrifice that him and his family had to make at a young age in order to pursue his dream of becoming a professional hockey player.

A great listen! EP. #208

Tyler Hinam​ stops by The High Button​ to talk about his 2019 Memorial Cup experience and the amazing year The Rouyn-Noranda Huskies had. "Winning The Mem Cup in you own back yard is special" Tyler said. Playing in front of your family and friends on that level is somthing that comes once in a life time. Being on a national scale elevated Tyler's play and made him a key role player to the Huskies success. Tyler talks about the sacrifices it takes to win a championship and everything that comes with winning The Mem Cup. Great Listen Ep. # 207

Chantal Brine​ & Kelly Bent join The High Button​ podcast to talk about EnPoint​. A company started here in the Maritimes by Chantal to help athletes and foreign students find their passion and turn it into a career. Kelly, being an ex Halifax Moosehead, say's EnPoint has helped him focus on a career path after hockey and wants to help others in his situation down the line. Great Listen Ep. #206

Mike Couch joins The High Button Podcast to talk about life as a pro hockey player and the behind the scenes life that comes with it. Battling addiction is somthing Mike's lived with for a good portion of his life. Now living in a post career hockey world, Mike shares stories about overcoming adversity and living a more healthy lifestyle. Staying involved in the game, making friendships and reaching out to the right people are what Mike took from the sport of Hockey. Now the sport of Hockey is giving back to him when he needs it the most. Great Listen Ep.#205