Jul 22 2024 26 mins
Former professional hockey player turned broadcaster Luke Gazdic was the latest guest on the Martin Lycka Safe Bet Show, supported by the Player Protection Hub, filmed live at the recent Canadian Gaming Summit in Toronto.
Gazdic recapped his time in the NHL and the minor leagues, before discussing his current role as a hockey analyst and how sports betting has changed in Canada from the start of his career until now.
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00:00 Introduction to Luke Gastic's Journey
01:30 Draft Day and Early Career Challenges
04:43 First NHL Game and Scoring a Record Goal
08:23 Family Influence and Growing Up in Hockey
10:39 Evolution of the Game: Skill vs. Physicality
15:42 Transitioning from Player to Sportscaster
19:57 The Impact of Sports Betting on Hockey