Miscellaneous
In this episode, we sit-down with LA KINGS power forward - Austin Wagner. Here we discuss his younger playing days where he grew up in Calgary, AB as well as his junior hockey career in Regina, SK of the WHL. After his first year of playing in the NHL, Austin shares what playing in sunny California is really like but also the process of sitting through an NHL Draft, training camps, the AHL, and signing a contract. Along with all his successes, he battled plenty of adversity. He faced reconstructive shoulder surgery at a pivotal moment in his career. This is where Austins' mental toughness challenged him and his ability to become a Pro Hockey player.