Episode Details

Welcome to the NHL wraparound podcast! It's time to drop the puck with hosts Neil Smith, President-General Manager of the 1994 Stanley Cup Champion New York Rangers and longtime ESPN/NHL veteran Vic Morren. 

They aim to bridge the past, present, and future of the game, providing diverse insights into the National Hockey League, including gameplay, opinions on broadcasting, and the evolution of the sport. 

The hosts emphasize their commitment to delivering a dynamic and evolving show, inviting audience participation and feedback to tailor the content to their subscribers' interests.

IN THIS EPISODE: 

• [00:30] - Introduction to the podcast by Vic Morren and Neil Smith
• [03:20] - Discussion on appreciating the history and future of the game
• [05:10] - Intriguing topics and guests for the podcast
• [11:09] - Discussion on the dominance of teams and upcoming playoffs
• [13:26] - Plans for future episodes and audience engagement
• [15:15] - Announcement of the first real show dropping on January 30th

KEY TAKEAWAYS: 

• The podcast aims to provide a comprehensive view of the NHL, covering historical perspectives, current gameplay, and future trends.
• Neil and Vic plan to feature interesting guests and engage with the audience through new segments, potentially including a mailbag for listener questions.
• The show promises to be both entertaining and informative, with a focus on delivering valuable insights and knowledge to the audience.

RESOURCE LINKS 

Youtube: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCgBj1LV0-DMfBhcRPSJZLjA

X: https://twitter.com/NHLWraparound

Neil Smith: https://twitter.com/NYCNeil

Vic Morren: https://www.linkedin.com/in/vic-morren-7038737/

NHL Wraparound Instagram:https://www.instagram.com/nhlwraparound/

NHL Wraparound Tik Tok:https://www.tiktok.com/@nhlwraparound

NHL Wraparound Facebook::https://www.facebook.com/profile.php?id=61555451139787

BIO:  

Neil S. Smith, highly regarded NHL executive, served as the President and General Manager of the 1994 Stanley Cup Champion New York Rangers. During his eleven years with the team, they achieved significant success, including three division titles, two Presidents’ Trophies, one Eastern Conference Championship, and a historic Stanley Cup victory—the franchise’s first in 54 years.

Known for his expertise in professional sports franchise economics, Smith played a pivotal role in management decisions under four different Rangers owners.. His tenure saw iconic trades and acquisitions, including Hall of Famers Mark Messier and Wayne Gretzky, as well as successful drafts and free-agent signings.

Starting as a pro scout, Smith's career highlights include the impactful 1989 draft for the Detroit Red Wings and bold trades that shaped NHL history. He briefly served as GM for the New York Islanders in 2006, later working as a consultant for the Dallas Stars, Pittsburgh Penguins, and the Mighty Ducks of Anaheim.

A Toronto native, Smith's hockey journey began in junior leagues before a distinguished college career at Western Michigan University. He has receiv