As Northeastern University product Ryan Shea (Milton, Mass.) kickstarts his professional career with the Dallas Stars organization, he joins The Rink Shrinks to discuss his path.

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The Rink Shrinks debuts with NHL forward and Boston College alum Brian Boyle (Hingham, Mass.).

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Olympic gold medalist Meghan Duggan (Danvers, Mass.) delves into her path from New England hockey to the highest levels with Team USA. NEHJ's Jeff Cox also discusses when it's right for prospects to take their next step.

Brooks Orpik, who won Stanley Cups with Pittsburgh and Washington, discusses his journey from the youth ranks to the pros. After 1,035 NHL games, Orpik gives lessons he learned along the way that he currently shares as a Boston College assistant coach.

Josh Hennessy, who played in the NHL for the Boston Bruins and Ottawa Senators, swings by for an in-depth talk about his hockey journey. After playing at Milton Academy, he went to the QMJHL before pro stops carried him to Russia, Sweden and elsewhere.

Ryan Whitney, co-host of the Spittin' Chiclets podcast, joins Brian Yandle and Mike Mottau for the latest Rink Shrinks session. Whitney played locally at Thayer Academy and Boston University before featuring in nearly 500 NHL games.

Boston University and St. Sebastian's alum Mike Grier discusses his development from youth hockey to over 1,000 NHL games with four different teams. Grier also delves into his transition into coaching, ranging from the youth and high school ranks to the New Jersey Devils.

Freddy Meyer, head coach at The Rivers School, joins for Session No. 9. Meyer was an All-American at Boston University, where he played on three NCAA tournament teams before charting a seven-year career in the NHL.

Brian Leetch, who played 18 seasons in the NHL, joins for Session No. 8. The former New York Rangers defenseman covers his career from all angles and dives into his approach to coaching.

44:44 Brian Leetch Interview

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Former NHL goalie Kevin Weekes, who's an NHL Network studio analyst, connects to discuss his career and much more. The Rink Shrinks are also joined by St. Louis Blues forward and Boston College product Zach Sanford (Salem, Mass.).