Spittin Chiclets Spittin' Chiclets Episode 624: Featuring Zach Werenski, Jack Eichel, Noah Hanifin, Abbey Murphy and T.J. Oshie
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Feb 27, 2026 Zach Werenski, NHL defenseman and Olympic gold medalist; Jack Eichel, NHL forward and Olympic gold medalist; Abbey Murphy, University of Minnesota standout and Olympic gold medalist. They share locker-room stories, village life and celebrations, team culture and coaching, PK and key saves, returning to pro/college life, and trade deadline and league fallout chatter.
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Check Your Ego And Be Ready For Small Roles
- Stay ready and accept reduced minutes to win in tournament hockey.
- Werenski emphasized checking ego, preparing mentally for 12–13 minutes per game, and contributing in small ways until your number is called.
Village Nights Brought Athletes Together
- Werenski loved the village experience, mixing with athletes across sports and attending other events like figure and speed skating.
- He said nights in the village felt unique, sitting at cafeteria tables with other Olympians and enjoying shared moments off the ice.
PK Discipline Plus Hellebuyck Made The Difference
- USA's penalty kill and goaltending were tournament-defining; detailed PK structure plus Hellebuyck's saves created a defensively dominant unit.
- Players credited PK coach Heinze's clear plan and said the PK's discipline won key moments like five-on-three kills.