About this episode

The episode features an interview with Samuel Hrenak discussing his experience at the Winnipeg Jets Development Camp following his selection in the 2026 NHL Draft.

The smile hasn't left the face of Jets third-round pick Samuel Hrenak since Winnipeg selected him in the 2026 NHL Draft this past Saturday, and he's still beaming at Development Camp. We caught up with him after today's skate to discuss the whirlwind since the Draft in Buffalo, what made his conversation with Moose goalie coach Drew MacIntyre so meaningful, reaction to his being drafted from his family in Slovakia, and more.

People in this episode

Hosts: Dave Minuk, Drew Mindell, Ezra Ginsburg

Guest: Samuel Hrenak

Topics covered

• Winnipeg Jets
• Development Camp
• NHL Draft
• Samuel Hrenak
• hockey
• goalie coach
• family reaction

Keywords

• Samuel Hrenak
• Winnipeg Jets
• Development Camp
• NHL Draft
• Drew MacIntyre
• hockey
• goalie

Mentioned in this episode

Organizations: Winnipeg Jets, NHL

Places: Slovakia, Buffalo

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