Episode 356: Washington Capitals practice goalie-Parker Milner

Episode 356 of the InGoal Radio Podcast, presented by The Hockey Shop Source for Sports, features Washington Capitals practice goalie -- and one-time EBUG -- Parker Milner.  In the feature interview presented by NHL Sense Arena, Milner walks us through his path from Pittsburgh minor hockey to two-time NCAA champion at Boston College and the top goalie in the ECHL before retiring and, after a couple years away from the game, becoming the Capitals practice goalie for the past three seasons. Milner, 35, shares tips and insights into his life in the line of fire, whether it's Alex Ovechkin one-timers, being a target during lengthy skill sessions, or the game-improvements of his own with goalie coach Scott Murray. We also get into his road stint on the bench as the EBUG this season and his thoughts on the NHL rules that will prevent him from continuing as the practice goalie now that every team has to have one. In the Parent Playbook, presented by Stop it Goaltending U the App, we share 10 tips to make the the position more affordable, and explain why cost doesn't have to be as scary as most say.  We also review this week’s Pro Reads, presented by Vizual Edge, featuring Casey DeSmith of the Dallas Stars with some great advice on alignment on the post to manage net drives and pass options.  And in our weekly gear segment, we head to The Hockey Shop Source for Sports, for a look at the new CCM Tacks pads and gloves, the second price point with a long list of pro level features!