The Rink Shrinks

The Rink Shrinks

The Rink Shrinks features special guests from the hockey world. They're keeping it real in the rink, helping our listeners navigate their way through it in a humorous and educational format. read less

Mailbag: Left/Right Shot D-men, Silly Goalies, Lots of Skating
09-12-2022
Mailbag: Left/Right Shot D-men, Silly Goalies, Lots of Skating
Episode 99- BY & Motts are back to answer all of your questions you submitted to the mailbag! Before the guys dip into it they catch up on what went on over the last week at the rinks & gear up for our 100th episode which drops next week! Then we open up the mailbag and answer all of your questions covering topics which included: Penalties coming back to haunt a teamSlashing your own teammatesDefensive pairs with left & right shotsThe My Hockey Rankings question of the week+ much more! The guys wrap up the episode teasing the upcoming interview next week with two legendary hockey dads. Thank you for listening! Please rate, review, and subscribe! If you're interested in sponsoring the show, please reach out to us by email or DM us on Instagram! Leave us a voicemail: 347-6-SHRINK Email: RinkShrinks@gmail.com Instagram: @TheRinkShrinks Twitter: @RinkShrinks Website: www.therinkshrinks.com Today's Episode Was Sponsored By: Pro Stock Hockey: Shop for the young hockey player in your family this holiday season with pro stock hockey! Free name personalization, free tape, same day shipping, and friendly customer service come with all kids sticks and gloves. Pro Stock Hockey is the best way to give your kid the pro experience. All kids sticks also come with a free 30-day warranty. Order by December 12th to get your order by Christmas. Visit prostockhockey.com today and use code “bymotts” for 20% off your kids gear order. Sparx Hockey: Head on over to sparxhockey.com and use BYMOTTS for $50 off your Sparx Sharpener. We’re heading into the holiday season, so there is nothing better than the gift that keeps on giving- a Sparx Sharpener for at home skate sharpening. With Sparx you get an accurate sharpening every single time. TSR Hockey:  Head up to see our guys at TSR Hockey in Salem, NH where you can get outfitted in team gear and stock up on all your equipment needs for the remainder of hockey season. You can reach their team store at 603-912-5970, ask for Mike or Dave and they can take care of you. TSR stocks team apparel from CCM and Bauer and does everything in house, embroidery and printing.TSR Hockey is New England's premier hockey store and is a proud sponsor of The Rink Shinks. Visit www.tsrhockey.com Franklin Sports: Franklin Street Hockey –Franklin Sports, your one-stop, hockey shop for the holiday season! Shop our collection of NHL licensed fan gear and street hockey gear to find the perfect gift for the hockey nut in your life only at franklinsports.com Cross Country Mortgage: Devo and the team at Cross Country Mortgage have options and strategies to provide buyers with lower monthly payments. It's a great time to buy a home (especially if you're renting), so it's time for you to give Devo a call and chat about why home ownership makes sense. Again it's a purchase market and a great time to buy. Give him a follow on instagram @ chrisdevinccm for more information. Or visit their website at chrisdevin.com where you can schedule a time for a call with him. Cross Country Mortgage LLC NMLS #47305 My Hockey Rankings: We are proud to be partnered with our friends at My Hockey Rankings! Check out their site at www.myhockeyrankings.com to see where your team ranks. Be sure to submit the My Hockey Rankings question of the week & see if we answer your question!
Charlestown's Own: Jim Vesey
02-12-2022
Charlestown's Own: Jim Vesey
Episode 98- BY & Motts are back fresh off of Thanksgiving and are gearing up for the high school hockey season. The guys also welcome in Jim Vesey, the father of former guest and current New York Rangers forward Jimmy Vesey, a Charlestown native, and current Toronto Maple Leafs scout for a great chat about: Growing up in Charlestown & the rivalries with other suburbs of BostonSneaking onto the ice at night to play with friendsAn epic career at Merrimack CollegeThrowing on the Bruins jersey for the first timePlayers needing to be more accountable in the game today+ tons more The fellas wrap up the show talking about the upcoming Boston Fire versus Quincy Fire charity hockey game which takes place December 4th and they answer the My Hockey Rankings question of the week. Today's Episode Was Sponsored By: Pro Stock Hockey: Shop for the young hockey player in your family this holiday season with pro stock hockey! Free name personalization, free tape, same day shipping, and friendly customer service come with all kids sticks and gloves. Pro Stock Hockey is the best way to give your kid the pro experience. All kids sticks also come with a free 30-day warranty. Visit prostockhockey.com today and use code “bymotts”  for 20% off your kids gear order. Sparx Hockey: Head on over to sparxhockey.com and use BYMOTTS for $50 off your Sparx Sharpener. We’re heading into the holiday season, so there is nothing better than the gift that keeps on giving- a Sparx Sharpener for at home skate sharpening. With Sparx you get an accurate sharpening every single time. TSR Hockey:  Head up to see our guys at TSR Hockey in Salem, NH where you can get outfitted in team gear and stock up on all your equipment needs for the remainder of hockey season. You can reach their team store at 603-912-5970, ask for Mike or Dave and they can take care of you. TSR stocks team apparel from CCM and Bauer and does everything in house, embroidery and printing.TSR Hockey is New England's premier hockey store and is a proud sponsor of The Rink Shinks. Visit www.tsrhockey.com Franklin Sports: Franklin Street Hockey –Franklin Sports, your one-stop, hockey shop for the holiday season! Shop our collection of NHL licensed fan gear and street hockey gear to find the perfect gift for the hockey nut in your life and keep an eye out for our incredible Cyber Monday deals only at franklinsports.com Cross Country Mortgage: Devo and the team at Cross Country Mortgage have options and strategies to provide buyers with lower monthly payments. It's a great time to buy a home (especially if you're renting), so it's time for you to give Devo a call and chat about why home ownership makes sense. Again it's a purchase market and a great time to buy. Give him a follow on instagram @ chrisdevinccm for more information. Or visit their website at chrisdevin.com where you can schedule a time for a call with him. Cross Country Mortgage LLC NMLS #47305 My Hockey Rankings: We are proud to be partnered with our friends at My Hockey Rankings! Check out their site at www.myhockeyrankings.com to see where your team ranks. Be sure to submit the My Hockey Rankings question of the week & see if we answer your question!
Mailbag: Strong Sticks, Goalie Parents, & Situational Shifts
25-11-2022
Mailbag: Strong Sticks, Goalie Parents, & Situational Shifts
Episode 97- BY & Motts are back and ready to open up the mailbag and answer all of your questions and react to your stories as well. Beforehand, the guys catch up on the weekend with high school hockey set to begin soon. Then we dip into the mailbag to cover a variety of topics including: Being strong on your stickGirls showing up the boys on the PKSome RinkShrinks summer team name suggestionsFinding that internal sparkThe My Hockey Rankings question of the week Then BY & Motts wrap up the show discussing their plans for Thanksgiving, Motts chats about his upcoming broadcast on Friday, and BY gives a shout out to his cousin Billy. Happy Thanksgiving! We are thankful for all of our loyal listeners and subscribers; we hope you have a great Thanksgiving! Thank you for listening! Please rate, review, and subscribe! If you're interested in sponsoring the show, please reach out to us by email or DM us on Instagram! Leave us a voicemail: 347-6-SHRINK Email: RinkShrinks@gmail.com Instagram: @TheRinkShrinks Twitter: @RinkShrinks Website: www.therinkshrinks.com Today's Episode Was Sponsored By: TSR Hockey:  Head up to see our guys at TSR Hockey in Salem, NH where you can get outfitted in team gear and stock up on all your equipment needs for the remainder of hockey season. You can reach their team store at 603-912-5970, ask for Mike or Dave and they can take care of you. TSR stocks team apparel from CCM and Bauer and does everything in house, embroidery and printing. TSR Hockey is New England's premier hockey store and is a proud sponsor of The Rink Shinks. Visit www.tsrhockey.com Sparx Hockey: Head on over to sparxhockey.com between Black Friday and Cyber Monday and use code RINKSHRINKS100 for $100 off your Sparx Sharpener (Only valid in the USA). We’re heading into the holiday season, so there is nothing better than the gift that keeps on giving- a Sparx Sharpener for at home skate sharpening. It’s convenient, it will save you money in the long run, and 25 NHL teams are using the same technology that you can use right in your very own home.  Cross Country Mortgage: Devo and the team at Cross Country Mortgage have options and strategies to provide buyers with lower monthly payments. It's a great time to buy a home (especially if you're renting), so it's time for you to give Devo a call and chat about why home ownership makes sense. Again it's a purchase market and a great time to buy. Give him a follow on instagram @ chrisdevinccm for more information. Or visit their  website at chrisdevin.com where you can schedule a time for a call with him. Cross Country Mortgage LLC NMLS #47305 My Hockey Rankings: We are proud to be partnered with our friends at My Hockey Rankings! Check out their site at www.myhockeyrankings.com to see where your team ranks. Be sure to submit the My Hockey Rankings question of the week & see if we answer your question! Franklin Sports: Franklin Street Hockey –Franklin Sports, your one-stop, hockey shop for the holiday season! Shop our collection of NHL licensed fan gear and street hockey gear to find the perfect gift for the hockey nut in your life and keep an eye out for our incredible Cyber Monday deals only at franklinsports.com! Pro Stock Hockey: This week beginning Thanksgiving Day, It’s ProStock Hockey’s biggest sale of the year! There are discounts across the entire website at prostockhockey.com with bonus items included in every order. Stock up on authentic pro stock hockey equipment or pick up the perfect gift for the hockey player in your life. Visit prostockhockey.com today and order as soon as possible to guarantee delivery for the holidays. Use promo code BYMOTTS for 20% off your kids gear.
Two Time Cup Champ & 1616 Foundation Co-Founder: Andrew Ladd
18-11-2022
Two Time Cup Champ & 1616 Foundation Co-Founder: Andrew Ladd
Episode 96- BY & Motts are joined by fourth overall pick & two-time Stanley Cup champion, Andrew Ladd! Before Ladder joins, the guys catch up on what went on over the weekend, provide some advice for parents and players during tryouts, and answer the My Hockey Rankings question of the week. Then Andrew joins us for a great conversation to discuss a variety of topics including: Working with Adam OatesMultiple sport athletes, learning different motionsLearning to get past being cut & utilizing ice timeWinning the Cup his rookie year & getting traded the next yearThe 1616 Program The boys wrap up the show discussing some equipment that kids should wear to protect their wrists and toss around the idea of a Rink Shrinks summer hockey team. Thank you for listening! Please rate, review, and subscribe! If you're interested in sponsoring the show, please reach out to us by email or DM us on Instagram! Leave us a voicemail: 347-6-SHRINK Email: RinkShrinks@gmail.com Instagram: @TheRinkShrinks Twitter: @RinkShrinks Website: www.therinkshrinks.com Today's Episode Was Sponsored By: TSR Hockey:  The hockey season is underway and both parents and kids are looking for new team swag. The TSR Team and Corporate Sales Department can outfit your team with the top brands in sports apparel and ensure that your team looks the best. Be sure to check them out at tsrhockey.com or in their store in tax free Salem, NH. Where you can also get all the latest gear like skates, pads, helmets and sticks. Sparx Hockey: The Sparx Sharpener is the most convenient way to always keep your skates sharp and the best part is, you can use it anytime and anywhere. We’re heading into the holiday season, so there is nothing better than the gift that keeps on giving- a Sparx Sharpener for at home skate sharpening. It’s convenient, it will save you money in the long run, and 25 NHL teams are using the same technology that you can use right in your very own home. Head on over to Sparxhockey.com and use code BYMOTTS for $50 off your Sparx Sharpener. Cross Country Mortgage: If you own a home and you haven’t looked into refinancing in a while, have a quick chat with our friend Chris Devin and see if it makes sense for you. Devo may be able to help you save on a monthly basis so you can put more money into savings or other projects. Check him out at ChrisDevin.com. My Hockey Rankings: We are proud to be partnered with our friends at My Hockey Rankings! Check out their site at www.myhockeyrankings.com to see where your team ranks. Be sure to submit the My Hockey Rankings question of the week & see if we answer your question! Franklin Sports: Franklin Street Hockey –Franklin Sports, your home for official NHL fan gear and merchandise. Hockey season is here, NHL fans! Make sure you have everything you need to show your team spirit by heading over to franklinsports.com for fully licensed team gear today! Pro Stock Hockey: Give your kid the pro experience with Pro Stock Hockey! The world’s largest inventory of pro stock gear now has youth equipment, free name personalization, free tape, same day shipping, and friendly customer service! Visit prostockhockey.com and use code “BYMOTTS” for 20% off your kids gear order.
Mailbag: Sticks & Slashes, Commit, Don't Quit
11-11-2022
Mailbag: Sticks & Slashes, Commit, Don't Quit
Episode 95- BY & Motts are back to open up the mailbag and answer all of your questions! But first, the guys catch up on their weekends and their time spent in the rinks, the reaction to the Bruins signing Mitchell Miller, and the Flyers Cooperall’s uniforms that they wore during warmups. Then the guys dip into the mailbag to answer questions and hit on some topics including: Balancing the lineupWood sticksShould checking be allowed in girls hockey?Quitting a team BY & Motts wrap up the episode by answering the My Hockey Rankings question of the week. Thank you for listening! Please rate, review, and subscribe! If you're interested in sponsoring the show, please reach out to us by email or DM us on Instagram! Leave us a voicemail: 347-6-SHRINK Email: RinkShrinks@gmail.com Instagram: @TheRinkShrinks Twitter: @RinkShrinks Website: www.therinkshrinks.com Today's Episode Was Sponsored By: Athletic Brewing: America’s leading non-alcoholic craft brewer. Now you can drink great-tasting brews all night long without feeling hungover the next morning. Athletic has won over five dozen prestigious brewing awards for its wide selection of IPAs, Goldens, light brews, and more. Their NA beers are Fit For All Times, which means you can drink them anytime, anywhere. From now until December 31st, new Athletic customers can receive 20% off their FIRST order of TWO 6-packs or more when they visit athleticbrewing.com and use the code RINKSHRINKS20 at checkout. That’s RINKSHRINKS20 – all one word – for 20% off your first order of TWO 6-packs or more at athleticbrewing.com. TSR Hockey:  The hockey season is underway and both parents and kids are looking for new team swag. The TSR Team and Corporate Sales Department can outfit your team with the top brands in sports apparel and ensure that your team looks the best. Be sure to check them out at tsrhockey.com or in their store in tax free Salem, NH. Where you can also get all the latest gear like skates, pads, helmets and sticks. Cross Country Mortgage: If you own a home and you haven’t looked into refinancing in a while, have a quick chat with our friend Chris Devin and see if it makes sense for you. Devo may be able to help you save on a monthly basis so you can put more money into savings or other projects. Check him out at ChrisDevin.com. My Hockey Rankings: We are proud to be partnered with our friends at My Hockey Rankings! Check out their site at www.myhockeyrankings.com to see where your team ranks. Be sure to submit the My Hockey Rankings question of the week & see if we answer your question! Franklin Sports: Franklin Street Hockey –Franklin Sports, your home for official NHL fan gear and merchandise. Hockey season is here, NHL fans! Make sure you have everything you need to show your team spirit by heading over to franklinsports.com for fully licensed team gear today! Pro Stock Hockey: Give your kid the pro experience with Pro Stock Hockey! The world’s largest inventory of pro stock gear now has youth equipment, free name personalization, free tape, same day shipping, and friendly customer service! Visit prostockhockey.com and use code “BYMOTTS” for 20% off your kids gear order.