Sam Ekstrom //
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Hockey PxP Talent: Fanduel Sports Network | PWHL | FS1 | FOX9 | 1500 ESPN
EXPERIENCE //
Minnesota Frost (PWHL), TV Play-By-Play
2025-PRESENT
Play-by-play voice for back-to-back champion Minnesota Frost of the PWHL. Broadcasts are carried by Fanduel Sports Network, FOX9, and other carriers in major markets, both in US and Canada.
Minnesota Golden Gophers Hockey, TV Play-By-Play
2022-2024
Play-by-play voice for Minnesota Golden Gophers men’s hockey on Bally Sports North and FOX9. Worked with former NHL talents Ben Clymer and Pat Micheletti in color commentary roles.
St. Thomas Men’s Hockey, Radio Play-By-Play
2021-PRESENT
Hired by Learfield as radio play-by-play voice at the University of St. Thomas following their move to a D1 program. Broadcasts air on local ESPN Radio affiliate; sometimes simulcast out to local FOX TV affiliate.
Hockey Day Minnesota, TV Play-By-Play
2024-PRESENT
Primary play-by-play for Fanduel Sports North’s premier, outdoor hockey event covering the top high school teams in the state.
MN State Boys Hockey Tournament, Radio Play-By-Play
2016-PRESENT
Radio voice for the MN Score Radio Network, covering the most prestigious high school tournament in the country.
OTHER MEDIA WORK //
Podcast Professional — Locked On Podcast Network
2022-PRESENT
Host and executive producer for national sports podcast network. Acting as sports talk host while also managing a diverse team of podcasters. Skilled in management, social media, and AI tools.
Other Play-By-Play Work – 1,000 Career Broadcasts
2014-2022
Includes Big Ten volleyball on national network FS1, as well as college basketball at Dordt University and Augsburg College