Marty’s Illegal Stick’ spotlights local hockey players in the Mohawk Valley of New York, and people that have connections to the NHL.
Episode #60 features professional football player and big-time hockey enthusiast Brad Jones! Brad has quarterbacked American-style football teams in Poland, Switzerland, and is getting ready to take over as quarterback of the Ostrava Steelers in the Czech Republic! Playing in Europe he has had a good look at European hockey, and we'll discuss the way the game is played in Europe, the differences between European and North American hockey, his favorite hockey team, and players, and learning to skate at a later age than usual!
After Breakaway Trivia, Brad sticks around as we discuss the Utica Comets, the upcoming changes to the NHL testing protocols, potential moves for the New York Rangers, the New Islanders, Willie O'Ree's number getting retired and receiving the Congressional Gold Medal, and much more!
