Emmitt Finnie: First-Year Focus

About this episode

Emmitt Finnie shares insights about his first year in the NHL and his journey from the WHL.

Ken Daniels and Daniella Bruce welcome Red Wings rookie Emmitt Finnie as he takes fans inside his first year navigating NHL hockey. Finnie reflects on his journey from the WHL to draft day and his time in development camp. He shares insight into the tight-knit camaraderie forming among the Red Wings rookies, the veterans helping guide his transition, and the NHL stars who inspired him long before he wore the Winged Wheel. Presented by Fieger Law.

People in this episode

Hosts: Ken Daniels, Daniella Bruce

Guest: Emmitt Finnie

Topics covered

• NHL
• rookie experience
• hockey journey
• team camaraderie
• development camp

Keywords

• Emmitt Finnie
• NHL rookie
• Red Wings
• hockey
• development camp
• WHL
• camaraderie

Sponsors

Fieger Law

Mentioned in this episode

Organizations: Detroit Red Wings

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