Wingmen with Matthew & Brady Tkachuk

Matthew Tkachuk sits down with legendary broadcaster Kenny Albert to talk playoff hockey, overtime moments, and iconic calls. They share behind-the-scenes stories from the NHL, Olympics, and Stanley Cup Finals. Plus, Tkachuk breaks down playoff pressure and what it really takes to close out a series.

Chapters

00:00 Introduction

01:25 Current NHL Playoff Insights

04:18 Reminiscing on the Longest Games

09:40 Strategies for Iconic Broadcast Calls

15:59 Albert’s Personal Archive

20:41 The Evolution of Rivalries and Broadcasting

30:34 Finding a Passion for Broadcasting

33:43 Memorable Career Highlights

44:32 The Difficulty of Closing Out a Series

51:26 Wingman of the Week

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@Wingmenpod ••••Welcome to Wingmen, hosted by NHL brothers Matthew & Brady Tkachuk. Your all-access pass into the world of hockey, brotherhood, and behind-the-scenes stories you won’t hear anywhere else.

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Matthew Tkachuk breaks down the Ducks vs Oilers series and what’s really deciding the matchup. He also dives into Wild vs Stars and the key moments swinging that series. Plus, a look at how the Senators closed out their season against the Hurricanes and what it says moving forward.

Chapters:

0:00 Intro

6:45 Ducks vs Oilers Becomes Must Watch Series

12:00 Insane Stick Save vs McDavid Game 3

20:30 Oilers vs Ducks Overtime Controversy

30:30 Replay Debate Is It Ruining Big Moments

38:00 When Reviews Slow the Game Down

46:45 Outro

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@Wingmenpod ••••Welcome to Wingmen, hosted by NHL brothers Matthew & Brady Tkachuk.Your all-access pass into the world of hockey, brotherhood, and behind-the-scenes stories you won’t hear anywhere else.

New Episodes every Wednesday. 2 Brothers, 1 mic, Zero Filter

Follow along on all platforms:

Listen to the pod on your morning commute or wherever it finds you:

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Erik Johnson joins the show to break down the NHL playoffs, sharing insights on key series, momentum swings, and what playoff hockey really feels like. He also reflects on winning the Stanley Cup with Colorado, including a behind-the-scenes look at one of the biggest moments of their run. Plus, great stories on teammates, coaches, and life around the game.

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Game 1 of the NHL Playoffs brought instant chaos with a heated Penguins vs Flyers rivalry matchup, huge hits, and momentum swings all weekend. Matthew Tkachuk reacts to Brady’s fight, the intensity of playoff hockey, and the Sabres’ wild third period comeback. From Saturday to Sunday, the playoffs delivered exactly what you expect, fast, physical, and unpredictable.

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Chapters: 0:00 Intro

8:40 Buffalo Sabers Beat Boston Bruins

19:37 Carolina Hurricanes beat Ottawa Sentators

28:02 Montreal Canadiens Beat Tampa Bay Lighting

33:13 Philadelphia Flyers Beat Pittsburgh Penguins

40:06 Behind-the-scenes playoff prep

52:37 Wingman of the Week

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••••Welcome to Wingmen, hosted by NHL brothers Matthew & Brady Tkachuk.Your all-access pass into the world of hockey, brotherhood, and behind-the-scenes stories you won’t hear anywhere else.New Episodes every Wednesday. 2 Brothers, 1 mic, Zero FilterFollow along on all platforms:

Listen to the pod on your morning commute or wherever it finds you:

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Brady Tkachuk holds down a special solo episode while Matthew is away celebrating the birth of his baby girl, Camille. Brady breaks down the intense 2026 playoff race, the mental grind of clinching a spot, and his respectful “eye for an eye” scrap with Andrew Lee. He closes with “Scrap Science” highlights, USNTDP memories, and a plea for fans to put their phones away and really soak in the game.

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Brady and Matthew Tkachuk break down their recent games, the tight NHL playoff race, and the biggest storylines around the league. They debate their picks for NHL awards, react to wild fights (including goalie scraps), and share hilarious locker room stories. Plus, personal moments, pet peeves, and why Masters week hits different.

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Keith Tkachuk joins the show to share stories from his NHL career, Team USA success, and what it was like raising two sons into NHL stars. He dives into the realities of youth hockey, calling out overbearing parents and emphasizing the importance of fun, development, and letting kids be kids. The episode mixes hilarious family chirps, old-school hockey stories, and honest insight into how the game and parenting in sports has changed.

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Brady and Matthew Tkachuk react to Ovechkin reaching 1000 goals, share game updates, and tell the story behind a tone setting fight. They break down the 2028 World Cup of Hockey and deliver Bridesmaid and Wingman of the Week. Plus, a behind the scenes interview with Team USA equipment managers on Olympic prep and celebrations.

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Jack & Quinn Hughes join the podcast to break down Team USA’s Olympic gold medal run, sharing untold locker room stories, big moments, and what it really felt like to win it all. The boys dive into leadership, brotherhood, and the mindset behind some of the biggest plays in USA hockey history. Plus, post-interview they cover NHL headlines, hockey culture, and plenty of classic Wingmen banter.

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In this episode of wingmen brings on a member of the TNT panel and undisputed king of the sandbagger Paul Bissonnette. The boys talk about the gold medal game, biz's crazy stories from his time in the minors and a rule that he would change in the current NHL.

Chapters:

1:01-Planning a Sandbagger golf match

9:02- Life in minor league hockey

18:02- If Biz were NHL commissioner

29:50- Biz's wingmen of the his career

41:15- Wild pre-game routines

53:23- Outro

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