Bruce Boudreau, the new head coach of the Vancouver Canucks, will always have ties to the state of Minnesota.

Bruce Boudreau, the new head coach of the Vancouver Canucks, will always have ties to the state of Minnesota.

Author: The Athletic December 10, 2021 Duration: 1:07:38

New Vancouver Canucks coach Bruce Boudreau, despite his head still spinning, gives an hour to SFTS to discuss his new gig, his long history with new Canucks President of Hockey Operations Jim Rutherford. Gabby discuses the fresh start he's giving Brock Boeser and Elias Pettersson, as he encourages those two Canuck players to keep shooting. Plus, Bruce marvels at how good Quinn Hughes, J.T. Miller and Thatcher Demko are.

Bruce shares a hilarious story about Wayne Gretzky and a prank that his former players in Anaheim played on him. Plus Boudreau answers fan questions via twitter on his involvement in the Slap Shot movie, what he thinks of the west leading Minnesota Wild now, his coaching influences and what player he has coached that he could see behind a bench in the NHL one day.

Russo provides his weekly update on the Wild, fresh off the game in San Jose on Thursday night, and teases some exciting things coming up regarding the Athletic's Winter Classic coverage.


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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.
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