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Podcast: The Rink Live
Episode: Former pro tough guy Stu Bickel talks about finishing his degree, his pro career, coaching
Description: Stu Bickel earned a reputation as a tough guy during his pro hockey career from 2008-18. In 411 pro games, the former forward/defenseman had 1,172 penalty minutes, which included time in the NHL with the New York Rangers (2011-13) and Minnesota Wild (2014-15). After retiring from playing, Bickel decided to go back to the University of Minnesota and finish his degree in communications and has spent the last two seasons as a student assistant coach for the Gophers. Bickel shares memories from his playing days, shares some of what he has learned under head coach Bob...