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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.

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Colby Cohen: VP of Hockey and Players Experience for the USHL Sep 25, 2026

Show notes

Brian Yandle and Mike Mottau are back this week with an interview with former 2nd round pick and current VP of hockey and player experience for the USHL, Colby Cohen! Before Colby joins the show the guys break down what went on over the weekend, the NHL preseason and some other hockey news. Then, BY & Colby sat down to chat about his hockey career and what his role entails working for the USHL. BY & Motts wrap up the show answering the My Hockey Rankings question of the week.

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USHL Regular Season is Here + NHL Notes Sep 18, 2026

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Brian Yandle and Mike Mottau are back this week to chat about the Chicago Steel’s preseason wrapping up as they get ready for the regular season to start this week. The guys also hit on some NHL news that includes the passing of hockey legend, Barry Melrose, and Ryan Leonard getting a nice new contract with the Washington Capitals. BY & Motts wrap up the show answering the My Hockey Rankings question of the week.

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Preseason Hockey + Ian & Neil Lodin of My Hockey Rankings Sep 11, 2026

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Brian Yandle and Mike Mottau are back this week with our friends Ian and Neil Lodin of My Hockey Rankings! Ian and Neil join the guys to discuss where they currently are keeping up with the standings and teams, some expectations when it comes to tournaments, and what changes they have made over the years. The guys also breakdown some news across the NHL and wrap up the show with the Motts’ Moment Lock of the Week presented by FanDuel.

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College Time for The Kids; Hockey Season Is Here Sep 04, 2026

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Brian Yandle and Mike Mottau are finally back! The guys catch up on what’s been going on the last few weeks with their kids moving out to school and Motts settling into training camp with the Chicago Steel as their preseason schedule is about to begin. The boys also breakdown some of the latest news in the NHL and wrap up the show with the My Hockey Rankings question of the week.

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Mailbag + Puck Play & Gearing Up For Next Season Aug 16, 2026

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Brian Yandle and Mike Mottau are back this week with a mailbag episode where the guys break down another question from Grumpy Hockey Dad who is wondering about ways to improve away from the puck at higher levels. Another question includes mindset evolution and team goals vs personal goals. The guys wrap up the show answering the My Hockey Rankings question of the week and give you the Motts’ moment lock of the week presented by FanDuel.

Thanks for listening and don’t forget to hit subscribe, leave a 5-star rating and write a review. You can find us on Apple Podcasts, Spotify, Amazon Music, YouTube, or wherever you get your podcasts.

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Former BC Eagle, Mike Hardman Aug 07, 2026

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Brian Yandle and Mike Mottau are back this week with an interview with Hanover, MA native and former BC Eagle, Mike Hardman! Mike joins the boys after being a long time follower on the gram to chat about his days in college, going pro, and what his offseason has been like as he looks to make an NHL club this fall. The boys wrap up the show with the Motts’ moment lock of the week.

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Mailbag + Summer Time Rink Atmospheres Jul 31, 2026

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Brian Yandle and Mike Mottau are back this week with a mailbag episode where the guys break down another question from Worried Hockey Mom who is wondering if the current Massachusetts split season model is on borrowed time. Another question includes the USHL expanding out west and what it may mean for local kids in New England. The guys wrap up the show answering the My Hockey Rankings question of the week and give you the Motts’ moment lock of the week presented by FanDuel.

Thanks for listening and don’t forget to hit subscribe, leave a 5-star rating and write a review. You can find us on Apple Podcasts, Spotify, Amazon Music, YouTube, or wherever you get your podcasts.

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This show was presented to you by FANDUEL.

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Ryan Shea on his excitement to play with the Oilers Jul 24, 2026

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Brian Yandle and Mike Mottau are back this week and are joined by Edmonton Oiler Ryan Shea! Ryan and the guys talk about his time in the minors and in Pittsburgh since our last interview with him and his new contract with the Oilers and BY & Motts also give their takes on Patrick Kane returning to the Blackhawks and Ryan Getzlaf getting into coaching and give the Motts’ moment lock of the weekend presented by FanDuel.

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Catching Up on a Busy Summer Jul 17, 2026

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Brian Yandle and Mike Mottau are back this week to chat about a very busy summer in the NHL which includes an 84 game season, the Anaheim Ducks matching the Philadelphia Flyers offer sheet for Leo Carlsson, and Steve Yzerman stepping down from the GM role in Detroit. The boys wrap up the show answering the My Hockey Rankings question of the week and Motts gives out his Motts’ moment lock of the week.

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Benefits of Soccer, Avoiding Burnout, & Offer Sheets Jul 10, 2026

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Brian Yandle and Mike Mottau are back with a mailbag episode this week! BY comes to us live from Nantucket during the Y3K hockey camp and gives us a breakdown of how the camp has gone thus far. The guys dip into the mailbag to answer your questions which include the benefits of playing soccer and what hockey families can do to avoid burnout. BY & Motts wrap up the show answering the My Hockey Rankings question of the week.

Thanks for listening and don’t forget to hit subscribe, leave a 5-star rating and write a review. You can find us on Apple Podcasts, Spotify, Amazon Music, YouTube, or wherever you get your podcasts.

This show was presented to you by FANDUEL.

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