Ground Control - Playoff Edition - Episode 33 (Game 4 Recap)

Morgan Barron joins us this week on Ground Control! The product of Halifax, Nova Scotia chats with Jamie Thomas on his journey to the NHL, the attention surrounding his cut in the playoffs last spring, and much more.

In the opening segment, JT and Tyler Esquivel are once again forced to discuss the elite abilities of Josh Morrissey, following a big week which ended with JMo being named 3rd Star of the Week across the NHL.

Tyler was also recently named a nominee for the Best Radio/Podcast Host by the Winnipeg Nightlife & Lifestyle Awards. You can vote for him to win at wnla.ca/vote-now/

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This week on Ground Control, Jets goaltender and Stanley Cup champion Laurent Brossoit chats with Jamie Thomas.

The duo touch on how LB feels his career is just beginning, getting the chance to return to Winnipeg, and some fun questions like which Jet he dislikes conceding goals to. 

But first, JT and Tyler Esquivel go in-depth on the elite abilities of Josh Morrissey & Kyle Connor, react to recent games, and more!

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This week on Ground Control, the Power Play is so back. Jamie Thomas and Tyler Esquivel go in-depth on why special teams are clicking right now, plus rave about Laurent Brossoit's impact between the pipes.

Our feature guest this week is Rasmus Kupari! In the midst of his first season in Winnipeg, he sat down to chat with JT about the similarities between his hometown and Winnipeg, getting acclimated with the team, and more!

JT wraps up the show with Norva Riddell, Senior Vice President, Sales & Chief Revenue Officer at True North to chat about the ongoing 2024-25 season ticket campaign, excitement for playoff tickets, and much more.

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With the trade deadline quickly approaching, we invited TSN's Darren Dreger to join us and share stories from his decades working in hockey media! Jamie and Darren go in-depth on breaking trades, building trust, and a even a funny travel story.

Jamie and Tyler also review your submissions of other trade deadline moves, plus go in-depth on the first set of games following the All-Star break.

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Former Winnipeg Jet and current Blackhawks analyst Troy Murray joins the podcast via Zoom to tell us his thoughts on what’s impressed him about the Jets this season. 

Jamie Thomas also goes in depth with Troy about his time in Winnipeg as a Jet, his thoughts on the trade for Sean Monahan and Adam Lowry being named captain. 

JT and Tyler Esquivel will also give their thoughts on the Monahan deal and fans weigh in as well in the mailbag.

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Winnipeg Jets prospect Colby Barlow joins the podcast via Zoom to tell us about his season so far with the Owen Sound Attack!

Jamie Thomas also goes in-depth with Colby on his memories from the 2023 Draft in Nashville, his first experiences on the ice with the Jets, and much more!

With the All-Star break now in full swing, JT breaks down the most recent stretch of games with insight from Adam Lowry and Rick Bowness, while co-host Tyler Esquivel is away enjoying his vacation.

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Ryan Bowness, associate general manager of the Ottawa Senators joins us on the podcast this week to chat about his dad, Winnipeg Jets head coach Rick Bowness.

Ryan tells us childhood memories growing up in Ottawa while his dad was head coach of the Senators, competing against Rick in the NHL today, and more.

But first, hosts Jamie Thomas and Tyler Esquivel discuss the end of some recent streaks, Kyle Connor heading to the All-Star Game, the power play, and more!

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Winnipeg Jets defenceman Neal Pionk joins us for an interview this week! We go in-depth on his tight-knit relationship with his brothers, sharing the Mentors Trip with his dad, and much more.

Plus, hosts Jamie Thomas and Tyler Esquivel reflect on the most recent Jets homestand, the return of Kyle Connor, and other standout moments.

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TSN's Director of Scouting Craig Button joins the show this week to discuss the Jets season flying under the radar so far, Dennis Beyak's final broadcast in Sweden, the best Jets prospects, and more!

Plus, co-host Tyler Esquivel brings exclusive you tales from the undefeated Mentors Trip!

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We're back for our first podcast of 2024!

Cole Perfetti joins us in studio to chat about life with his roommate Dylan Samberg. He also recalls memories from his time in Saginaw, growing as an NHL player, and more.

In the second half of the show, Brock McGillis (https://www.brockmcgillis.com/) joins Jamie to discuss the Culture Shift Tour.

The duo chat on his origins as a goaltender in youth hockey, sharing his message with hockey teams across the country, and more!

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