The Hybrid Game: Linus Karlsson Talks Hockey & Jeeps

11 Mar 2025 • 18 min • EN
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Send us a text Linus Karlsson joins us from our new Pioneer Auto Group Jeep studio to discuss his hockey journey from Sweden to North America and the challenges of adapting to a different style of play. Linus shares insights about his NHL experience while revealing the mental aspects of professional hockey that fans rarely see. • Linus discusses his new Jeep from Pioneer Auto Group and how it fits his hockey lifestyle • Comparison of Swedish versus North American hockey styles - bigger European rinks mean more possession, while smaller North American ice demands physicality • Growing up in a small Swedish town of just 1,500 people that produced three NHL players • How Erik Karlsson and Johan Franzen from his hometown became his hockey inspirations • Reflections on international tournaments and the excitement of seeing national teams compete • Managing the mental challenges of playing professional hockey in a new country • Working with a mental coach to handle the ups and downs of NHL/AHL transitions • The importance of having fun and not rushing development as a young hockey player • Playing multiple sports growing up, particularly soccer until age 14 Use code AP20 at checkout for 20% off Perfect Sports supplements Powered by Perfect Sports Supplements use "AP20" to save 20%! -- Want to see more of the AP? Subscribe to the AP YouTube channel. -- Check out Linus" socials: Instagram Tiktok -- Check out Dave"s stuff: Instagram Twitter LinkedIn -- Try Can-I-Wellness Sleep Product 20% off - AP20 at checkout -- Get 20% off Caldera Lab Men"s Skincare Products -- Get your Vivobarefoot Shoes 20% off by using the code: ATHLETEPOD20 Check out our Website | Twitter | LinkedIn | Instagram | Tiktok | Spotify | Apple | Google | Youtube l Save 20% on Perfect Sports Supplements

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