In this special interview episode of Royally Quacked, we sit down with Chris Phillips, a veteran NHL athletic trainer with over three decades of experience. Chris shares his journey through the world of professional hockey, including his time with the Mighty Ducks of Anaheim and the Washington Capitals. He opens up about the highs and lows of working behind the bench during intense playoff runs, including the unforgettable 2003 Stanley Cup Final. We dive deep into the unique challenges and differences between the two organizations, the importance of player health and recovery, and the impact of legendary players like Teemu Selanne and Alex Ovechkin on his career. Chris also discusses his new book, "Built to Go the Distance," which aims to help young athletes and their parents understand the importance of physical preparation and injury prevention. From hilarious locker room stories to the serious side of athletic training, this episode is packed with insights for hockey fans and aspiring athletes alike. Tune in to hear Chris's experiences, learn about his approach to athlete care, and discover what it takes to succeed at the highest levels of sport. If you enjoy the episode, please subscribe, share it with a fellow hockey fan, and leave us a review! - Links to all our socials and where to find the podcast: https://linktr.ee/royallyquacked Join our Discord: https://discord.gg/MEx82G9 Iron+Steel Threads: Use code RQ10 to save 10% on your order.https://ironsteelthreads.com/?ref=rq Use Promo Code: RQ10 for 10 % off your order.Dubby - Clean Energy To Help You Be Better – Dubby Energy Use code ROYALLYQUACKED $20 off your first SeatGeek order:https://seatgeek.onelink.me/RrnK/teamseatgeek Ditch the bulky phone grips, get Ohsnap. Grab yours at https://www.ohsnap.com/RoyallyQuackedPodcast Socials: Instagram: @royallyquacked  Twitter: @RoyallyQuacked TikTok: RoyallyQuacked Our Socials: Cody Spink Instagram: @spinko1221 Twitter: @spinko1221 Gary Spink Instagram: @garyspink21 Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.