The Spirit of Hockey

The Spirit of Hockey

We’re back! Mark Parrish and Paul Fletcher are back with the.......unique? hockey podcast. This time around, we promise some massive guests, fresh new look and maybe we’ll even do a better job. Even a new name.....The Spirit Of Hockey comes to all podcast platforms soon! Presented by Northland Vodka Song by Ryan Marshall & Lindsey Ray Logo by SotaStick Socials: @MarkDParrish @PaulFletcher971

Episodes

Offseason 1: Boys, You've Been Parrish'ed

July 13, 2021 • 34 mins
Zach Parise & Ryan Suter's careers with the Minnesota Wild abruptly came to an end on July 13th. We snagged our NHL Cap Expert to break it down.
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17: When The Spirit Moves Us

June 16, 2021 • 35 mins
All over the map, but lots of focus on the Islanders, cuz, well, we both love the Isles. Spirit Of Hockey Podcast presented by Northland Vodka Original Theme by Marshall & Lindsay Rae
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16: Season Wrap, Ahead Of Schedule?

June 4, 2021 • 45 mins
Would've liked to have seen the Wild make a better run since they got there, BUT we think it's largely all positive momentum from here! Presented by Northland Vodka Original Spirit Of Hockey Theme by Marshall & Lindsay Rae
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Playoff "Minnesode" #3

May 28, 2021 • 12 mins
Game 7. Nothing more need be added. GO #MNWILD
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Playoff "Minnesode" #2

May 26, 2021 • 9 mins
What has to change from Game 5, the "Survival"? Will Matt Boldy play? How should he be used? And some reminders of why you should still have faith heading into Game 6. Spirit Of Hockey Presented by Northland Vodka Follow on Twitter: @1SpiritOfHockey @PaulFletcher971 @MarkDParrish
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Playoff "Minnesode" #1

May 21, 2021 • 8 mins
Panicked? Freaking out? Let us be your therapy. This quick "minnesode" catches us up after the shit show that was game 3, but why there's no need to panic!
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15: Is Parise Where He Should Be

May 20, 2021 • 33 mins
Lots of talking about the Wild and hockey's
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14: So, About That Kaprisov Bet

May 7, 2021 • 55 mins
Parrish mocked and ridiculed Fletcher about 7 games ago when Paul wanted to bet Kaprisov would get to 30 goals. Also, he was so sure he wouldn't Mark gave him 10-1 odds. WELL, now, it's got Mark sweatin' a bit. Also, Fletcher has an awesome chat with MOOSE, Marcus Foligno calls, we blow through a load of Wild topics, what an incredible douche Tom Wilson is and what's wrong with the league and a couple retirements.
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13: We Just Made A HUGE Kaprisov Bet

April 23, 2021 • 50 mins
We rattle through a boat load of Wild topics, reflect on an awesome night of pull tab losing AND make a giant Kaprisov bet.
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12: "Tourney's Time + Which Wild Team Are They?"

April 9, 2021 • 29 mins
Tourney's times 2 and Mark is super excited. Which Wild team are they? Also, we talked about Taylor Hall for an absurdly long time. Spirit Of Hockey Presented by Northland Vodka @1SpiritOfHockey @PaulFletcher971 @MarkDParrish Original Spirit Of Hockey Theme Song by Marshall & Lindsey Rae
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11: Kill A Penalty With A Power Play

March 25, 2021 • 45 mins
Without Parrish, Fletcher goes on the power play with Paul Martin and Zach Halverson Spirit Of Hockey Presented by Northland Vodka @1SpiritOfHockey @PaulFletcher971 @MarkDParrish Original Spirit Of Hockey Theme Song by Marshall & Lindsey Rae
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10: "Paul Martin & The Gophers Make Parrish Say F&%k A Lot

March 25, 2021 • 26 mins
Spirit Of Hockey Presented by Northland Vodka @1SpiritOfHockey @PaulFletcher971 @MarkDParrish Original Spirit Of Hockey Theme Song by Marshall & Lindsey Rae
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9: Now THAT'S A Statement + Please Don't Shut Us Down AGAIN COVID

March 12, 2021 • 32 mins
The Wild made a pretty big statement to the league by beating Vegas back to back. What does that really mean though? The powerplay, does it just need a bounce or does it need work? PLEASE GOD, don't let COVID shut us down again! And lots more. Spirit Of Hockey Presented by Northland Vodka @1SpiritOfHockey @PaulFletcher971 @MarkDParrish Original Spirit Of Hockey Theme Song by Marshall & Lindsey Rae
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8: "Why Benching Parise Was A Good Thing"

March 9, 2021 • 16 mins
OMGOSH. The Wild lost some games. It's over. Call it. Let's look forward to the draft. This season is clearly lost! Plus Parise in the press box.
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7: "Crushing & Changing & Voting + HDM"

February 26, 2021 • 27 mins
We rifled through topics this week.......the Colorado crushing, the changing of the guard (as it seems), Hockey Day Minnesota, where Parise ranks in Wild scoring this year is interesting, oh, and, delayed by poop.
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6: Andrew Brunette And The Greatest Goal Ever Scored

February 18, 2021 • 44 mins
Jam packed for #6 Andrew Brunette joins to discuss the greatest goal ever scored in Minnesota and it's probably not the one you're thinking of, we also catch up on his Florida Panthers and their incredible start. Wild are back, sort of. And Fletcher shows Parrish how to get bought out. Follow on Twitter @1SpiritOfHockey @PaulFletcher971 @MarkDParrish Spirit Of Hockey Original Theme by Marshall & Lindsay Rae
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5: "How Mikko Koivu Ended Up With #9"

February 12, 2021 • 29 mins
While we wait for COVID to sweep through the Wild locker room......congrats on retirement to one of the true Minnesota Wild greats, Mikko Koivu. We discuss what made Mikko so great. Parrish shares some great personal stories as well. Spirit Of Hockey Presented by Northland Vodka @1SpiritOfHockey @PaulFletcher971 @MarkDParrish Original Spirit Of Hockey Theme Song by Marshall & Lindsey Rae
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4: "Can You Stop Both Ways?!"

February 5, 2021 • 27 mins
One of the dumbest questions ever uttered gets exposed. Trades, Mark back to the NHL Network, Wild COVID, insights from Ken Morrow and oh so much more. Follow on Twitter: @1SpiritOfHockey @MarkDParrish @PaulFletcher971 Presented by Northland Vodka Special thanks to SotaStick Spirit Of Hockey Original Theme by Marshall & Lindsay Rae
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3: "The KappoCam Contro Affair"

January 28, 2021 • 31 mins
Is there a goalie controversy? OR could there be? What things need to change for the Wild to turn around this 2 game skid? Marky & Fletcher dive into this and more in episode 3 of the Spirit Of Hockey Twitter follow: @1SpiritOfHockey @MarkDParrish @PaulFletcher971 Spirit Of Hockey theme courtesy of Marshall & Lindsey Ray
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2: "I Am Kireall"

January 22, 2021 • 32 mins
Kaprisov appears to be the complete package, so.....he gets his own song. Fletcher has an issue with Coach Evason, sort of. Parrish is still SO IN LOVE with Matt Cullen and it's adorable. Presented by Northland Vodka Special thanks to SotaStick Spirit Of Hockey song written & recorded by Marshall & Lindsey Ray
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