The premiere of On the Road with Jeff Marek kicks off in the heart of Muskoka, Ontario, with a very special guest — Sam Gagner. Sponsored by Airbnb, this brand-new series brings you cottage-side conversations with some of the biggest names in the NHL and PWHL. In this debut episode, Jeff Marek sits down with Gagner — former 6th overall pick, London Knights standout, Edmonton Oilers fan favorite, and the man behind Muskoka Hockey — for an in-depth conversation about life, hockey, and family.
From his unforgettable 8-point night against the Chicago Blackhawks, to building Muskoka into a hockey hub alongside players like John Tavares and Taylor Hall, Gagner opens up about his career, transition into player development with the Ottawa Senators, and the balance of family life at the cottage. The two also dive into stories about backyard rinks, growing up with his father Dave Gagner, the sacrifices of his wife (a doctor), and how cottage life provides a rare escape from the demands of the NHL.
If you love hockey, cottage culture, and authentic behind-the-scenes stories, this series is for you. Subscribe now and join Jeff on the road for conversations you won’t hear anywhere else.
Chapters
00:00 – Welcome to On the Road with Jeff Marek
00:42 – Introducing Sam Gagner in Muskoka
02:20 – Life after the NHL season: finding balance at the cottage
04:20 – The origins of Muskoka Hockey
06:30 – Building a summer hockey hub with NHL stars
08:07 – Transition into player development with the Ottawa Senators
10:34 – Lessons from Dave Gagner & growing up in a hockey family
13:57 – Backyard rink memories with John Tavares and more
16:08 – Jeff’s Airbnb vacation story & hosting opportunities
17:24 – Sam Gagner’s legendary 8-point night vs. Chicago
19:53 – On McDavid, Draisaitl, and Crosby
21:44 – Family sacrifices and the role of hockey wives
23:56 – How Sam Gagner wants to be remembered by teammates
25:29 – Closing thoughts from Muskoka
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14 Comments
Oh. Fun new series.
Sammy ! – Well Loved in the Chuck ! – Thanx for this
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I would love to know where these hockey players stay when in Muskoka?
This is an exciting series and I look forward to seeing where Jeff and the DF team can take it.
Jeff I was here in Muskoka all summer? No call? Love this keep 'em coming DF
Muskoka is the Best! Team NLY.
This was great, Jeff! 😊
Jeff Marek has a sleeve? 😅
Holy shit Jeff… maybe you could add a few more minutes of nothing before starting the show🙄
Sam is a class act all the way. Keep up the excellent content Jeff – cheers!
What an awesome idea Jeff. Well done. Will be watching every episode. Great first name by the way!
Marek has taken Daily Faceoff to a new level
Hate the fact jeff had to go get his ass fired .. loved 32 thoughts with him ..not that kyle isnt doing a good job