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Beyond the Crest: Cam Reid on the Kitchener Rangers, Being Drafted by Nashville & NHL Aspirations
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Jeff Marek sits down with Kitchener Rangers defenseman Cam Reid for an in-depth conversation on his hockey journey, from growing up in Elmer to becoming a key piece of the Rangers blue line. Reid reflects on his early days in the game, including playing in The Brick Tournament, his development through Power Edge Pro, and what it was like leaving home to chase the OHL dream. He shares insights on life with the Kitchener Rangers, the impact of coaches like Brad Flynn, and the competitiveness of facing top OHL talent. Reid also discusses being drafted by the Nashville Predators, learning from players like Roman Josi, and what it will take to reach the next level. Plus, stories about skating with NHLers and the mindset driving his push toward a Memorial Cup.
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Chapters:
00:00 Intro
00:06 Growing up in Elmer & hockey roots
01:15 Early hockey memories & The Brick Tournament
03:08 Training with Power Edge Pro
04:25 Why defense & influence from family
05:51 Discovering the OHL dream
06:38 Moving away to develop (Bishop Kearney)
07:35 Life with the Kitchener Rangers
08:20 Coaching impact & Brad Flynn
09:52 Toughest OHL opponents
10:41 Drafted by the Nashville Predators
11:45 Learning from Roman Josi
12:57 First OHL goal moment
13:49 Equipment habits & skating style
15:29 What it takes to reach the NHL
16:05 Daily routine & preparation
17:00 Favorite players growing up
17:33 Skating with NHL players
18:43 Rangers goals & Memorial Cup mindset
19:03 Outro & programming notes
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