Straight From The Source with Michael Russo: A show about the Minnesota Wild

Straight From The Source with Michael Russo: A show about the Minnesota Wild

Author: The Athletic Language: English Episodes: 155
For anyone following the Minnesota Wild, the rhythms of a season are defined by road trips, locker room conversations, and the insights of those who live the game. Straight From The Source with Michael Russo brings that world directly to you. As a seasoned reporter for The Athletic, Russo turns his extensive access into an intimate audio diary, recorded from hotels and arenas across the league. The core of this podcast is built on direct conversations with the people who shape the franchise. You’ll hear from star players about the nuances of a shift, coaches breaking down strategy beyond the clichés, and scouts and executives explaining the decisions that happen away from the spotlight. It’s a blend of immediate reaction, long-form storytelling, and the kind of candid talk that only happens when the recorders are on during the grind of an NHL schedule. This isn’t just recap; it’s about context, personality, and the stories behind the scoresheet. Tune in for a genuine feel of life around the team, straight from the source.
Episodes
Minnesota Wild draft preview with Judd Brackett [not-audio_url] [/not-audio_url]

Duration: 35:58
Minnesota Wild director of amateur scouting Judd Brackett joins Russo and Joe Smith to discuss the 2023 NHL Draft, the development of Marco Rossi, the Wild's bustling defense prospects, Europeans Marat Khusnutdinov, Dani…
Bill Guerin on getting over that hump for the Minnesota Wild [not-audio_url] [/not-audio_url]

Duration: 1:05:48
Bill Guerin joins SFTS with Russo and Joe Smith to discuss "getting over the hump," why he's sticking with Evason, Gustavsson's contract, Rossi and Addison's future, Boldy, leadership, his Vegas regret, what he wants in…
Inside the Minnesota Wild / Dallas Stars series with Scott Burnside [not-audio_url] [/not-audio_url]

Duration: 41:03
Longtime hockey writer Scott Burnside, who is covering the Wild/Stars series for Wild.com, joins Russo on SFTS to talk about the Minnesota Wild's Game one win over the Dallas Stars, the contributions from Filip Gustavsso…
The Minnesota Wild Alumni Association and Ring of Honor [not-audio_url] [/not-audio_url]

Duration: 51:35
Wild director of team operations Andrew Heydt returns to SFTS to announce the creation of the Wild Alumni Association that may eventually include a Ring of Honor and the kickoff July 7-8 "Crazy Game of Hockey" charity ev…
Mr. Consistency: Filip Gustavsson has been outstanding for the Wild [not-audio_url] [/not-audio_url]

Duration: 44:20
Reigning No. 3 Star of the Week Filip Gustavsson, the NHL's GAA and Save percentage leader since November 19, joins SFTS to talk about his new-found stardom, being mentored by Marc-Andre Fleury, his pregame quirks, his l…
Brady Skjei doing that hockey in Carolina with the Hurricanes [not-audio_url] [/not-audio_url]

Duration: 29:24
Brady Skjei, the Carolina Hurricanes veteran defenseman, former Gopher and pride of Lakeville, MN, joins SFTS to talk trade deadline, a terrific Canes' team, Chance the Rapper trying to pronounce SKJEI, playing with Bren…