Podcast
Goalie Union
Goalie Union analyzes the NHL from a goalie’s perspective. Co-hosted by The Athletic’s goaltending writer Jesse Granger and 12-year NHL veteran Devan Dubnyk, this show is a deep dive into the best goalies in the world — and what makes them great.
Each episode blends Dubnyk’s firsthand experience playing the position at its highest level with Granger’s insight and relationships across the league, offering listeners unmatched access to the minds behind the masks.
Whether you’re a goalie, a coach, or a fan who wants to understand goaltending beyond the surface, this is your front-row seat to the craft, culture, and community of goaltending.
If you would like to sponsor the show or have comments or questions contact us at GoalieUnionPod@gmail.com
- Episodes
- 6
- Releases
- Weekly
- Typical length
- 58 min
- On air since
- 2026
- Latest episode
- 6 days ago
Episodes
6 episodes, newest first
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58 min
Does Connor Hellebuyck make New Jersey a legitimate contender to win the Stanley Cup?
Show notes
How good will the Devils be now that Connor Hellebuyck is in New Jersey?
How can Montreal handle Jacob Fowler and Jakub Dobes amid Fowler’s hot start?
Adin Hill invented a new save.
Comments, questions or interested in advertising with the show? Get in touch at GoalieUnionPod@gmail.com
Music Credit
Song: Rising Smoke
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56 min
Devin Cooley shows how unconscious goaltending can help performance
Show notes
After Devin Cooley explained what makes him successful, is thinking overrated for a goalie?
Is Connor Hellebuyck getting traded this week?
Jesse Granger and Devan Dubnyk discuss where Connor Hellebuyck could get traded, including a surprise fit.
Plus there is about to be a 6-foot-8 goalie in Florida.
Comments, questions or interested in advertising with the show? Get in touch at GoalieUnionPod@gmail.com
Music Credit
Song: Rising Smoke
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58 min
Is this the year Jake Oettinger takes off?
Show notes
The Rangers suffered a brutal blow with Igor Shesterkin’s injury.
Questions from listeners!
Can Jake Oettinger win the Vezina?
Is Lukáš Dostál too insane about his skates?
Comments, questions or interested in advertising with the show? Get in touch at GoalieUnionPod@gmail.com
Music Credit
Song: Rising Smoke
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1 hr 2 min
Goalie goals and declining save percentages across the NHL
Show notes
Jesse Granger and Devan Dubnyk discuss the uptick in goalie goals over the past few seasons. Are goalies simply better at stick handling now?
Plus, save percentages have been declining for a decade. Have goalies gotten worse? Is sports gambling to blame?
Comments, questions or interested in advertising with the show? Get in touch at GoalieUnionPod@gmail.com
Music Credit
Song: Rising Smoke
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52 min
Opening night shutouts and Connor Hellebuyck trade destinations
Show notes
Jesse Granger and Devan Dubnyk breakdown opening night in the NHL, where goalies are trying to bring back high save percentages.
Plus Connor Hellebuyck is still a Jet, but where do you want to see him end up? What is best for his legacy?
Comments, questions or interested in advertising with the show? Get in touch at GoalieUnionPod@gmail.com
Music Credit
Song: Rising Smoke
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1 hr
Who will win the Vezina and more preseason predictions
Show notes
Jesse Granger and Devan Dubnyk make their predictions for the upcoming NHL season.
Which goaltender will take home the Vezina Trophy?
Is it finally Ilya Sorokin's time to shine?
Who will be the breakout stars in net this season?
Can Sergei Bobrovsky help Toronto?
Comments, questions or interested in advertising with the show? Get in touch at GoalieUnionPod@gmail.com
Music Credit
Song: Rising Smoke
Music by: http://CreatorMix.com
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