The Ride to The Rink: The 5-Minute Reset Every Hockey Player Needs (with NHL Veteran Bobby Ryan)

Mar 28, 2026

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🏒 Ever walk off the ice feeling like you were either the best player out there… or the worst?

This week on The Ride to the Rink, we’re joined by former NHL star Bobby Ryan (800+ NHL games, 2nd overall draft pick) to talk about one of the most important skills young players can develop: how to reflect, reset, and get better—without being too hard on yourself.

Bobby shares a simple but powerful mindset that every hockey player (and parent) needs to hear.

🔑 In This Episode:

Why you’re never as good—or as bad—as you think
The “1 positive, 1 negative” reflection method
How just 3–5 minutes of quiet time can transform your game
Why accountability is the key to improvement
How the rink can become your personal sanctuary

💡 Whether you had a great game or a tough one, this episode gives you a clear, simple way to reset and move forward with confidence.

🎧 Parents, this is a great one to listen to with your player on the way to the rink.

And players—next time you step on the ice, remember:
You get to be there. Make it count.

📖 Want a written version you can reference anytime? Check out our companion blog: The Simple 5-Minute Hockey Mindset Shift Every Player Needs (Bobby Ryan’s Advice)

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