Wooden Sticks with Kevin Gorg

Wooden Sticks with Kevin Gorg

A hockey conversation hosted by Kevin Gorg of Fan Duel Sports North with former players, coaches, and managers who all had amazing careers in hockey.

Episodes

December 30, 2025 39 mins

This week on the show, we focus on where we have been and where we are going. The Minnesota Wild are legit and might be a wagon - we dive into that today. Plus, we tackle the excitement of the World Juniors Tournament and give you some players to focus on. 

 

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Of course he can and he has - Scott Sandelin is one of the great coaches in the college game today. A three-time National Champion with the UMD Bulldogs and a terrific hockey mind. We talk weekend hockey road trips, Duluth hospitality and so much more. 

 

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December 11, 2025 43 mins

Today on the show, we are treated to a great conversation with Marcus Foligno of the Minnesota Wild. Marcus lost his mother, Janis, to Breast Cancer in 2009, and he and his brother Nick, who plays for Chicago, have an amazing charitable opportunity for everyone to join. 

 

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December 4, 2025 56 mins

Today on the show, we reconnect with our dear friend and hockey legend Pat Micheletti. First and foremost, we get an update on a terrible health scare that Mic just went through. Plus, Mic gives us some fantastic steam on a young Wild prospect to keep an eye on this Winter.

 

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November 20, 2025 64 mins

Today on the show, we feature Sam Ekstrom, the voice on TV and radio for the University of St. Thomas Hockey. Sam also works with the Locked On Outfit, so we dive into JJ McCarthy and the Minnesota Vikings. 

 

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November 11, 2025 48 mins

Today on the show, we are joined by the truly great Maddie Rooney. From the Gold Medal to the Walter Cup, this tremendously talented goalie has done it all. We chat about Marc Andre Fluery, movies, dogs and meeting Jimmy Fallon during this fun hockey conversation.

 

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October 28, 2025 54 mins

Today on the show, we are joined by KSTP's Chief Political Reporter Tom Hauser. He has been in the broadcast business for 42 years and spent 20 of those years covering the Minnesota State High School Hockey Tournament. 

 

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October 22, 2025 64 mins

Today on Wooden Sticks, we take it outdoors with the always engaging Laura Schara. A big part of the amazing 30-year run at Minnesota Bound, but there is so much more to talk about. This young lady has been everywhere, including Cosmopolitan and People Magazine.

 

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October 10, 2025 64 mins

Today on the show, we chat with KFAN personality Brandon Mileski. Stanley Cup dreams and High School hockey memories take center stage.

 

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October 1, 2025 48 mins

Today on the show, we ramp up to the start of the NHL season with Dave Schwartz. Dave works on the Communications side of the organization and has a unique perspective on everything going on with the Minnesota Wild.

 

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September 19, 2025 53 mins

Hockey is back in St. Paul with Wild Training Camp underway, and the Kaprizov contract negotiations are still percolating. Former Wild goaltender Alex Stalock is back to break it all down.

 

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September 12, 2025 51 mins

Pat Micheletti joins the show today to talk through the ongoing saga of Kirill Kaprizov and the possible contract extension with the Minnesota Wild. We dive deep into that drama and also visit some key players to focus on during Training Camp, which starts next week.

 

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September 5, 2025 45 mins

Today on the show, we feature Andy Ness, the Skating and Skills Coach for the Minnesota Wild. We get a unique perspective on what it takes to help develop the most talented players in the world.

 

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August 22, 2025 52 mins

Today on the show, we connect with the wonderful Audra Martin from Twins TV and Fan Duel Sports Network. We cover college days at Central Florida, her Chicago roots and our favorite hockey team.... the Minnesota Wild

 

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August 15, 2025 55 mins

Today on the show, we have College Hockey Guru and former NHL scribe Dan Myers. NIL, Transfer Portal and all the player movement will be discussed. Plus, we tackle the summer that was for the Minnesota Wild and what to watch for this season in St. Paul.

 

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August 8, 2025 34 mins

Today on the show, Chief Revenue Officer from the Minnesota Wild, Mitch Helgerson. The business of hockey is always booming in St. Paul, and Mitch has some great insight on the season ahead. Hockey Day Minnesota and the World Juniors Tournament are among the fun topics we cover. 

 

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August 1, 2025 58 mins

College Hockey fans get paid today on the show as Garret Raboin joins us. Garret is building a tremendous program at Augustana. Garret was a stud defenseman in his playing days at St. Cloud State, where he was a 2X Captain. He will also be on Bob Motzko's Team USA staff for the World Juniors this winter. Great hockey chatter ahead. 

 

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July 25, 2025 52 mins

From his love of the outdoors to his passion for Minnesota hockey, Bill Sherck is a local legend. We chat North Stars and hammering big bass today on Wooden Sticks.

 

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July 18, 2025 61 mins

Today on the show, Minnesota's own Rachel Herzog, who just finished her first year covering the New Jersey Devils on MSG. Rachel was a part of 2 State Championship teams at Hill Murray and also played Division 1 hockey at St. Cloud State. Energetic, knowledgeable, and incredibly fun, Rachel Herzog, today on Wooden Sticks.

 

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July 11, 2025 55 mins

Today on the show, we welcome back the great Tony Granato. Tony covers the league on the NHL Network and also works on TV with the Chicago Blackhawks. We are both involved with The Ranch - Teammates for Life program. Great perspective here on all fronts

 

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