Life After the NHL w/ Keith Primeau | The Joe Pavich Podcast

What happens when the skates come off?Former NHL star Keith Primeau joins The Joe Pavich Podcast to share the raw truth behind life after pro hockey. From leading on the ice to losing himself in retirement, Keith opens up about the mental, emotional, and physical toll of a professional sports career—and the journey to rediscover who he was beyond the game.In this vulnerable and powerful episode, Keith talks about fatherhood, healing, and helping athletes find purpose after the spotlight fades. This is more than a sports story—it’s a reinvention story.🎯 Subscribe so you never miss a real conversation:https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCaj7rclCVGOghcnCSCKcVUw?sub_confirmation=1#JoePavichPodcast #KeithPrimeau #NHL #LifeAfterSports #AthleteMentalHealth #FatherhoodUnfiltered #Reinvention #Concussions #InjuryRecovery⏱ Chapters0:00:00 Intro0:00:57 Keith’s Hockey Story0:07:02 The Grind of Hockey0:12:09 Growing Up in a Sports Family0:13:00 Chasing His Dream0:14:29 The NHL Draft0:17:29 Early Days of the Game0:18:27 The Impact of Hockey on Family0:19:17 Jaromir Jagr0:22:22 The Hard Times0:24:10 The 5-OT Goal in the Finals0:30:38 The Turning Point in His Career0:35:58 Concussions in the ‘90s0:40:46 Playing Balls to the Wall0:42:33 Handling Pressure on the Ice0:47:47 What’s the New Venture After Hockey?0:53:36 Leaving the NHL0:55:34 Injury and Recovery0:59:04 Favorite Movies🌟 ABOUT JOE:Joe Pavich Jr., a top Southwest Florida real estate professional, hosts authentic conversations that go way beyond business and real estate. From personal development and leadership to entrepreneurship and mindset, Joe dives into the stories that inspire and connect us all. Expect genuine interviews with community leaders, entrepreneurs, athletes, creators, and everyday people making a difference.🌟 WHERE TO LISTEN:→ YouTube: @joepavichjr→ Apple Podcasts: The Joe Pavich Podcast→ Spotify: Listen on Spotify🌟 STAY CONNECTED:→ Facebook: facebook.com/joe.pavich.52→ Instagram: @joepavichjr→ Website: joepavichjr.com