Griffins Nest Podcast

The wild and possibly inaccurate ramblings of the Griffins Nest Crew as they dive into the current issues and events surrounding the Detroit RedWings and the Grand Rapids Griffins.

Season 4 Episode 2: Deja Vu in 2022 11/28/2022

Season 4 Episode 2: Deja Vu in 2022 The gang gets together to recap the last few weeks of the Grand Rapids Griffins schedule and where we go from here as the team looks very much like a season ago where they are ravaged with injuries and call ups. What can the .500 team do to turn it around? /episode/index/show/grgriffinsnest/id/25144191

Season 4: Rebuilding of the Nest 11/03/2022

Season 4: Rebuilding of the Nest At long last, we are back and we are excited to talk some hockey!!! Jake, Laura, and Andrew all got together to talk about the season so far and what to expect from the Grand Rapids Griffins this season. /episode/index/show/grgriffinsnest/id/24890094

The Developing Defensemen 04/27/2021

The Developing Defensemen Jake, Laura, and Andrew return to give a season update on the Grand Rapids Griffins, where the problems are, and how the young prospects are doing. Coming down off a rough loss to Chicago, the gang thinks of ways the team can bounce back! /episode/index/show/grgriffinsnest/id/18875381

Shaking off the rust 02/02/2021

Shaking off the rust After months away from the microphones, the gang reunites to get reacquainted with the new Griffins squad. New teams in the division, and a new season to get ready for. Griffins Hockey 2021 is about to get underway! /episode/index/show/grgriffinsnest/id/17782151

Season 2 Episode 7: The Season is Canceled, for real this time 05/11/2020

Season 2 Episode 7: The Season is Canceled, for real this time We bring some sad news, and it involves the end of the season for the AHL as they announced that the season is over. We think about the past season for the Griffins and some of our favorite players this season and where we go from here. Jake, Andrew, and Laura are back together and it feels good to talk hockey again. /episode/index/show/grgriffinsnest/id/14375267

Season 2 Episode 6: The Resurgence 01/27/2020

Season 2 Episode 6: The Resurgence It's the All-Star break, and we are back after a long time off. The Wings are still sad, so we are avoiding it. Grand Rapids is hot and we are pumped about it. We break down the run, and give our expectations for the rest of the year. /episode/index/show/grgriffinsnest/id/12896159

S2 Ep 5 It Takes 2 to Tango 12/11/2019

S2 Ep 5 It Takes 2 to Tango Andrew and Laura discuss the losing streak of the Wings and Griffins. Plus they dive into the return of Tangradi, the signing of Comrie, and the recent play of Seider, Lindstrom, Larrson, and other prospects. /episode/index/show/grgriffinsnest/id/12356504

Season 2 Episode 4: Return of the Podcast 11/20/2019

Season 2 Episode 4: Return of the Podcast Jake, Laura, and new host Scott get together after a long (too long) drought of episodes to get together and talk about the state of the teams, how prospects have looked so far, the recent news of the team and of course, mustaches. /episode/index/show/grgriffinsnest/id/12106451

S2 Ep3 Holy Cats 10/04/2019

S2 Ep3 Holy Cats This week Laura, Jake, and Andrew discuss the stacked roster of the Griffins and the upcoming season for the Red Wings. They dive into lineups and give a prediction on the 2020 Stanley Cup playoffs. /episode/index/show/grgriffinsnest/id/11510021

Season 2: Ep 2-Big Mo, Joe, and Luko 09/12/2019

Season 2: Ep 2-Big Mo, Joe, and Luko This week Andrew, Jake, and Laura discuss the play of the Wings and other teams at the Prospects Tournament. They talk about the standouts and what that might mean for the best of the season. /episode/index/show/grgriffinsnest/id/11230490

Season 2: Ep 2-Big Mo, Joe, and Luko 09/12/2019

When 1 Chapter ends, a New Season Begins 09/04/2019

When 1 Chapter ends, a New Season Begins Hockey is back! We survived the off season and now it is time to discuss the upcoming NHL Prospects Tournament. Andrew, Jake, and Laura discuss the Red Wings prospects they will be watching along with the 5 other teams. They speak of Kronwall's retirement and give a brief look into the upcoming season of the Wings and Griffins. /episode/index/show/grgriffinsnest/id/11116106

Episode 21: Pour Some Moritz Seider 06/25/2019

Episode 21: Pour Some Moritz Seider Jake and Laura are back again after a bit of a hiatus to discuss the Detroit Red Wings 2019 draft and recap the most notable players, where the players are possibly going to play and what it means for everyone else. It's a bit of a long one as we dove into a lot going on around the team. Hope you enjoy!! /episode/index/show/grgriffinsnest/id/10277834

Episode 20: Year in Review 05/06/2019

Episode 20: Year in Review Jake, Laura, and Andrew get together to give closing thoughts on the season, thoughts on the return of Datsyuk, and the (potential) departure of Ken Holland. Like usual, no plans, and no structure to this wild ramblings of the Griffins Nest crew. /episode/index/show/grgriffinsnest/id/9666473

Episode 19-Round 1...FIGHT! 04/28/2019

Episode 19-Round 1...FIGHT! Andrew and Laura discuss the 1st round of the playoffs against the Chicago Wolves. They go over the first 4 games including the brawl of game 3. Finally, they discuss the suspension and the upcoming do or die Game 5. /episode/index/show/grgriffinsnest/id/9556457

Episode 18-Mac Madness 03/26/2019

Episode 18-Mac Madness This week Andrew and Laura discuss the call up of Dylan McIlrath and what impact he could have with the Red Wings. We also chat about the current play of the Wings and sing the praises of the current youth movement. Finally, we discuss the Griffins, the playoff race, and how they are doing with a depleted line up. /episode/index/show/grgriffinsnest/id/9141020

Episode 17: Conspiracy Theory 03/13/2019

Episode 17: Conspiracy Theory Andrew, Laura, and Jake discuss the current play of the Wings & Griffins. We dive into a couple of theories, continue #SvechWatch2019, and predict the future of goaltenders. Finally, we take a brief look at the league standings /episode/index/show/grgriffinsnest/id/8983880

Trade Deadline Recap 02/27/2019

Trade Deadline Recap Jake, Andrew, and Laura are together to recap the 2019 NHL Trade Deadline, what stood out to us from around the league and what the Red Wings did. We pick our favorites for the playoffs WAY too early and what the Griffins are looking like as the season winds down. /episode/index/show/grgriffinsnest/id/8802266

I Hate Chicago 02/14/2019

I Hate Chicago Andrew, Keith, and Laura discuss #teamtank and the future of Nyquist, Glendening, Jensen, and Kronwall. We chat about Zadina's progress, the outstanding goaltending in GR, and the struggling PP. We touch on Rasmussen coming back and dive into the mail bag. /episode/index/show/grgriffinsnest/id/8640554

Cholowski to Grand Rapids? 01/22/2019

Cholowski to Grand Rapids? Jake and Laura discuss the future of Hronek and Cholowski, plus who might be traded with the trade deadline looming. They chat about the Griffins current play while sitting at the top of the division and some of the prospects current performance. /episode/index/show/grgriffinsnest/id/8345636

What the Future Holds 01/06/2019

What the Future Holds Andrew, Keith and Laura discuss the recent play of the Griffins and Red Wings. We also make our predictions for the Calder and Stanley Cup. Finally, a shot bet is made. /episode/index/show/grgriffinsnest/id/8147087

Episode 12: They all Go Down 12/19/2018

Episode 12: They all Go Down This week Andrew & Laura discuss the injuries the Griffins have suffered and the hit by Puempel. We also discuss the Griffins current play and their comeback on Saturday. We touch on the call ups from Toledo and the PTOs. Finally we chat about the Red Wings current play and if the wings will make a playoff push. /episode/index/show/grgriffinsnest/id/7972481

Episode 11: We're Back! 12/12/2018

Episode 11: We're Back! We are back! Keith, Andrew, and Laura discuss the physical play of the Red Wings and their recent success against top teams in the NHL. We also discuss the Griffin's 9 game point streak, the struggling PP, and we check out the mailbag. Finally we touch on the upcoming expansion. /episode/index/show/grgriffinsnest/id/7886198

Backtracking 11/20/2018

Backtracking This week Keith, Laura, and Jake discuss who is to credit for the Red Wings current success, the injury to Darren Helm, and how long will Glendening remain a Red Wing. Plus we give our predictions on if the Red Wings will make the playoffs this year. We wrap things up with all Griffins from Zadina to the struggling Power Play, and who should be the #1 goaltender. /episode/index/show/grgriffinsnest/id/7624664

The Shot Bet 11/13/2018

The Shot Bet This week Keith, Laura, and Jake discuss the future of Jeff Blashill, the Wings winning streak, and the performance of Wade Megan. We dive into the Griffins goaltending and current injuries. Finally, we introduce a FUN new segment. /episode/index/show/grgriffinsnest/id/7539596

Episode 8- 5 out of 6 11/06/2018

Episode 8- 5 out of 6 This week Andrew and Laura dive into the Griffins team, talk about their recent wins and the struggling powerplay. We provide an in depth analysis of many of young prospects. Also a brief discussion on the status of the Red Wings. Finally, we chat some old time hockey. Enjoy! /episode/index/show/grgriffinsnest/id/7450280

Episode 7-Who you gonna call.....Wade Megan?! 11/01/2018

Episode 7-Who you gonna call.....Wade Megan?! Andrew and Laura discuss the call up of Wage Megan and the Red Wings 2 game winning streak. We touch on Mantha and Bertuzzi lighting the lamp. We wrap things up with a Griffins Power Play analysis. Plus a quick look around the league. /episode/index/show/grgriffinsnest/id/7405889

Episode 6: Just shoot the puck! 10/23/2018

Episode 6: Just shoot the puck! On this episode we discuss the Red Wings 1st win of the season; followed by a rough showing at home against Carolina. We chat about Cholowski, plus the Griffins' games versus Texas and Chicago. We celebrate the return of some key defensemen and salute Jordin TooToo. Don't forget the Mail Bag! /episode/index/show/grgriffinsnest/id/7288181

Episode 5: Revenge of the Griffs 10/15/2018

Episode 5: Revenge of the Griffs The crew is together to discuss the rough start of the season of the Griffins and RedWings and some of the problems we have seen so far. We discuss Zadina and his debut and some things he needs to work on and we also look ahead at the RedWings schedule. /episode/index/show/grgriffinsnest/id/7183397

Episode 4: Spinning the Wheels 10/08/2018

Episode 4: Spinning the Wheels On this week's episode, the whole crew talks about the start of the regular season for the Griffins and RedWings and the struggles that have come with the new team. We also had a great interview with Samantha Hoffmann and we talk about the Chicago Wolves and the Central Division and how that might shake out. /episode/index/show/grgriffinsnest/id/7139720

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