PODCAST – Devan McConnell on Transitioning to the NHL
On episode #77 of the Hockey Strength Podcast, we sit down with Devan McConnell, the Director of Performance Science and Reconditioning with the New Jersey Devils.
We discuss:
– Devan’s role with the team, from data collection to working with injured players.
– His collaboration with the entire hockey performance department in New Jersey
– How he balances limited time for training and attacking the “one percent” despite a condensed schedule and hectic travel.
– Why building relationships is paramount.
Links to resources mentioned:
Intent – Devan McConnell and Justin Roethlingshoefer
Physical Preparation for Ice Hockey – Anthony Donskov
Legacy – James W. Kerr
