So this is it. After 4 years and 76 episodes, we have recorded our final episode. Thankfully, we were able to close out the show with Jay returning for the final episode to join Sara and me. The first segment focuses on why I am leaving Winging it in Motown after five years, and mostly, why I decided to end the podcast. We talked about the recent horrible events in NHL news that have made me feel this way, and Jay and Sara shared their thoughts about it all. We wanted the majority of the show...

Back for another season are Dylan Galloway, the head scout for Eastern Canada for Future Considerations and Will, who runs the highly acclaimed draft site Scouching. We talked about a wide range of draft related topics, both related to Detroit and the rest of the league. If you are using a podcast app, you can find both this podcast and WIIM Radio (our podcast devoted to the Red Wings) in the same channel - Winging it in Motown. As of right now, you can’t find it on Google Play, but an app...

Chris Watkins joined us to discuss the end of the NHL season, the sexual assault and coverup allegations in Chicago, as well as other hockey topics. We also answered some mailbag questions in a segment that went way over the time we budgeted for it! If you are using a podcast app, you can find both this podcast and WIIM Radio (our podcast devoted to the Red Wings) in the same channel - Winging it in Motown. As of right now, you can’t find it on Google Play, but an app like Stitcher should...

For this episode, we have Laura Saba joining us to talk all things Canadiens. We got to some of your mailbag questions, and for those of you who follow Sara on Twitter, we got the latest on the saga of Stevie "The Killer" Yzercat. If you are using a podcast app, you can find both this podcast and WIIM Radio (our podcast devoted to the Red Wings) in the same channel - Winging it in Motown. As of right now, you can’t find it on Google Play, but an app like Stitcher should work if you use an...

We are now using Zoom to record, and we have been recording our own audio as well, but this time, I’m just using the Zoom tracks, and it sound pretty similar. Please excuse my blown out voice in the beginning, I accidentally had the automatic level control set for my microphone, and it started way too hot. Here’s what we have for you this time (all time locations are without the ads because they are put in after we upload the episode) 00:00 - Patrick Marleau broke the record for games played....

Here’s what we have for you this time (all time locations are without the ads because they are put in after we upload the episode) 00:00 - We talk a little about the Red Wings play of late and we take a look at how the playoff races are shaping up in the East. 23:16 - Our guest Prashanth Iyer joins us to talk about why he doesn’t get worked up over Jeff Blashill, why the eye test can fail us, and a lot of other topics. 51:39 - We wrap up the show by looking at how the Western conference...

We had an audio glitch around the 6 minute mark, and I had to use a small section of the backup audio. Here’s what we have for you this time (all time locations are without the ads because they are put in after we upload the episode) 00:00 - Introduction to our guest, who covers Nashville for On the Forecheck. We talk about Nashville's terrible season so far, as well as the lottery system proposed changes 23:40 - Finishing the discussion of the lottery. ESPN is going to be showing the NHL...

On this episode of Fer Sure, we have a major change to the show. If you haven't heard already, Jay is not able to continue as co-host. He has been such a major part of the creation and growth of the show, so he will be deeply missed. But luckily, former guest co-host Sara is joining as permanent co-host. Here’s what we have for you this time (all time locations are without the ads because they are put in after we upload the episode) 00:00 - A little about the personnel changes to the show....

On this episode of Fer Sure, we don’t have a guest, but Jay is back! Here’s what we have for you this time (all time locations are without the ads because they are put in after we upload the episode) 00:00 - So the NHL has a return to play protocol. We talk about why it’s likely not going to work. 19:55 - Also, the NHL has announced how the lottery is going to work. We’re not fans. But we do talk about the crazy playoffs scenarios. 47:05 - There’s obviously a lot of things going on right now...

Welcome to the latest edition of WIIM Radio! For this episode, Kyle is your host along with Sara and Prashanth. Here’s what they got up to, including time stamps (Time stamps don’t include the advertisements because we have no control over how long the ad breaks are): 00:00 - NHL Season Status 19:41 - What-Ifs: Lemieux/Draper, Bure, Hossa, etc 42:57 - Reader Questions You can listen via the embedded player above or download on your favorite podcasting app, including Spotify! We can also send...

On this episode of Fer Sure, we talk to Andrew Thomas, who in addition to being a former professor at Carnegie Mellon, co-founder of seminal hockey stats site War On Ice, and an analyst for the Minnesota Wild, was on Who Wants to Be a Millionaire. Jay is still swamped with work, but Sara joins again as co-host, and even gets to play a game against a trivia heavyweight! Here’s what we have for you this time (all time locations are without the ads because they are put in after we upload the...

Welcome to the latest edition of WIIM Radio! For this episode, Kyle is back in the host’s seat! Joining him were JJ and me (Peter). Additionally, we had a guest! Alan from SB Nation Tampa Bay Lightning site Raw Charge joined us to talk about Yzerman’s history in Tampa. Here’s what we got up to, including time stamps (Time stamps don’t include the advertisements because we have no control over how long the ad breaks are): 00:00 - The Yzerplan Part 2: His time in Tampa and what it means for...

Heads Up: Our editor Jay said that there were some audio drop outs near the end. Sorry for any parts that are hard to understand. Welcome to the latest edition of WIIM Radio! For this episode, I am hosting again, with JJ and Sara joining me. Here’s what we got up to, including time stamps (Time stamps don’t include the advertisements because we have no control over how long the ad breaks are): 00:00 - A little NHL News. The Brome signing 31:15 - The Yzerplan: Part 1 01:08:31 - Reader...

On this episode of Fer Sure, we talk to Ryan Stimson, who wrote a book on hockey tactics called Tape To Space. Jay could not be here this episode, but we are joined by special co-host Sara, whom you may know from recent episodes of WIIM Radio. Unsurprisingly, she did a great job joining the show. Here’s what we have for you this time (all time locations are without the ads because they are put in after we upload the episode) 00:00:00 - Intros, What Clone Team Would be Best? 00:21:14 -...

Welcome to the latest edition of WIIM Radio! We have a great group of JJ, Sara, and me for this one. Here’s what we got up to, including time stamps: 00:00:00 - Teaser for Yzerplan series, Will the NHL start playing in July under a new proposal? 00:24:05 - NHL Draft, How dumb would it be to have it in June if the season does start in July? - Detroit RFAs 01:01:10 - Expansion Draft Question from last time - Reader Questions You can listen via the embedded player above or download on your...

Welcome to the latest edition of WIIM Radio! We have the same great group of Kyle, JJ, Sara, and me as last time for this one. Here’s what we got up to, including time stamps (Time stamps don’t include the advertisements because we have no control over how long the ad breaks are): 00:00:00 - What is the plan going to be for the Wings’ defense? 00:11:27 - What about goalies? What are some likely scenarios for next season? 00:24:21 - “Yzerman of the People” - What does Stevie Y have up his...

On this episode of Fer Sure, we talk to Dylan Galloway from Future Considerations and Will from the draft website Scouching. Jay wasn’t able to make it for the interview, but we talked for about an hour on all things draft. For our listeners who are fans of the Red Wings, there is a lot of talk specific to Detroit. Here’s what we have for you this time (all time locations are without the ads because they are put in after we upload the episode) 00:00:00 - Intros, Classic NHL games 00:13:55- Ad...

Welcome to the latest edition of WIIM Radio! We have a great group of Kyle, JJ, Sara, and me for this one. Here’s what we got up to, including time stamps: 00:00:00 - Status of the season, and what the heck could the playoff format be? 00:17:58 - Break 1 00:18:06 - Draft Draft Draft! 00:34:58 - Break 2 00:35:06 - Reader Questions - Awards You can listen via the embedded player above or download on your favorite podcasting app. We can send it to you in smoke signals for one small payment of...

We were fortunate to have Ryan, Brad, and Evan from the Winged Wheel Podcast as our full-episode guests. It was a lot of fun, and hopefully you have as much fun listening to it. Stay safe!! Here’s what we have for you this time (all time locations are without the ads because they are put in after we upload the episode) 00:00:00 - Intros, Season Suspension Musings, Draft Pondering 00:21:11 - Ad Break 1 00:21:17 - Getting Creative to Salvage The NHL Season 00:34:44 - Ad Break 2 00:34:49 -...

Here’s what Peter and Jay have for you this time (all time locations are without the ads because they are put in after we upload the episode) Interview with Katie Strang: (0:00 - 26:55) - We were fortunate enough to be able to talk to Katie about her latest article for The Athletic. We talk about the process of reporting and writing a major story like this, from the journalistic process to the emotional toll it can take. A few other things: (26:55 - END) - This episode is a little shorter...

Welcome to the latest edition of WIIM Radio! Skeleton crew for this one as it’s just me and Sara holding it down. Here’s what we got up to. The outlook for the rest of the season: We help assuage everybody’s concerns that a winning steak similar to last season’s is going to make much of a difference with just 31 games left and 13 standings points to make up, but first we have to, you know, actually win games. Trade deadline speculation: Honestly not a lot to get excited about with this year’s...

Here’s what Peter and Jay have for you this time (all time locations are without the ads because they are put in after we upload the episode) Players Go After Player Safety: (0:00 - 12:02) - After officials and the Department of Player Safety recently made some questionable decisions, which is putting it nicely, players have starting calling DOPS out to the media. We talked about this latest development. Interview (12:02 - 47:33) - Max Bultman stopped by again to talk to us about the Red...

Here’s what Peter and Jay have for you this time (all time locations are without the ads because they are put in after we upload the episode) Winter Classic: (0:00 - 20:11) - Even though the game didn't get the TV ratings people were hoping for, there was a lot of excitement, and we got to see an enemy get a comeuppance. Interview (20:11 - 51:30) - Alison Lukan stops by to give a preview of the upcoming Hockey Analytics Conference in Columbus, as well as some talk about Torts. Alison is one...

Here’s what Peter and Jay have for you this time (all time locations are without the ads because they are put in after we upload the episode) Coaching Carousel: (0:00 - 26:50) - A lot has happened since we last recorded, from Mike Babcock and Bill Peters being fired to Athletic writers writing articles we greatly disagree with. We take you through it all. Lopsided Trades (26:50 - 42:11) - Red Wings fans know that the Robby Fabbri trade has been very lopsided so far, which is a lot of fun for...