History in the Making: a Montreal Canadiens podcast

Alex Newhook put his multitasking skills to the test on this episode of History in the Making. The 22-year-old forward played Microsoft Flight Simulator while taking fan questions on Twitch following his first-ever visit to the Bell Centre as a Hab. Note: This episode was recorded on Twitch on July 31. Join the Canadiens community on Twitch to be part of the fun year-round: https://www.twitch.tv/canadiensmtl

Habs 2023 fourth-round pick Florian Xhekaj answered fan questions about the Canadiens development camp, his relationship with his brother Arber and more during a live Q&A on Twitch. Note: This episode was recorded on Twitch on July 3 as part of an interactive Q&A. Join the Canadiens community on Twitch to be part of the fun year-round: https://www.twitch.tv/canadiensmtl

Habs prospect Filip Mesar covered a range of topics from hockey to hobbies and even chirped good friend Juraj Slafkovsky on this episode of HITM. Note: This interview was recorded on Twitch on June 27 as part of an interactive Q&A. Join the Canadiens community on Twitch to be part of the fun year-round: https://www.twitch.tv/canadiensmtl

On this special episode of History in the Making, forwards Jake Evans and Michael Pezzetta were handed the keys to the Canadiens official Twitch account to answer fan questions. Pezzetta gifted Evans a special birthday present by signing a two-year contract extension on his birthday on June 2, and in this episode, the Habs’ No. 71 returns the favor with a gift of his own. The duo also reflected on their offseason plans, being from Toronto but playing for Montreal, and their idols growing up. On a lighter note, they shared some of their favorite pranks from teammates, their skincare and hair regimens and more. Note: This episode was recorded on Twitch on June 8 as part of an interactive Q&A. Join the Canadiens community on Twitch to be part of the fun year-round: https://www.twitch.tv/canadiensmtl Join the Canadiens community on Twitch to be part of the fun year-round: https://www.twitch.tv/canadiensmtl

In this episode of History in the Making, Adam Nicholas' passion for hockey and the Canadiens is on full display. A fascinating Q&A from start to finish, the team's director of hockey development spoke about his approach to development, shared his insights on some current Habs and prospects in the organization like Juraj Slafkovsky, Rafaël Harvey-Pinard and Lane Hutson, and more. Note: This episode was recorded on Twitch on May 9 as part of an interactive Q&A.Join the Canadiens community on Twitch to be part of the fun year-round: https://www.twitch.tv/canadiensmtl0:00 Introduction 0:52 On Nicholas’ offseason 1:37 On the Habs picking 5th overall at the 2023 NHL Draft 2:42 On his role with the Canadiens 4:27 On the chance of working with a top-5 pick 5:39 On how the development staff helps prospects improve on specific skills 6:53 On the opportunity to work with young players 8:34 On learning when to (and when not to) make certain plays on the ice10:02 On Rafaël Harvey-Pinard and Justin Barron 12:04 On Lane Hutson 14:13 On Juraj Slafkovsky 17:15 On confidence being a key factor in helping a player reach his full potential 18:37 On his approach to working with defensemen 21:47 On the challenges of developing young goalies 23:39 On working for the Montreal Canadiens 25:12 On Adam Engstrom 26:37 Conclusion

In this special episode of History in the Making, we spoke to Brendan Gallagher ahead of his 10-year NHL anniversary. The beloved forward known affectionately as Gally reflects on some of his best moments from his career so far, his evolution as a player over time, his best friends on the team and much more.

Kaiden Guhle stopped by History in the Making to catch up with host Marc Dumont about his season, his thoughts on training camp, and advice he would give to prospects at this year’s Draft, and much more. This episode was recorded during a live Twitch Q&A on June 23, 2022.

Michael Pezzetta spoke to host Marc Dumont about his summer plans, the Laval Rocket, and some of his best memories from his season in Montreal. This episode was recorded on May 11, 2022.

In his sophomore season with the Laval Rocket, Ryan Poehling has rapidly become one of the team’s most consistent offensive weapons. The Lakeville, Minnesota native spoke to Marc Dumont about dealing with last season’s highs and lows, building his confidence and 200-foot game, and shared his thoughts on teammates Corey Schueneman, Joseph Blandisi and Josh Brook, among others.

Cayden Primeau began his pro career with the Laval Rocket in 2019 and hasn't looked back. In his rookie season, the seventh round pick boasted a 2.45 goals-against average and .908 save percentage, on top of earning his first NHL win on Dec. 11, 2019. The netminder talked about growing up with NHLer dad Keith Primeau, his development, his hobbies -- which include reading and making smoothies -- and more with host Marc Dumont.

After being selected in the third round (71st overall) by the Canadiens in the 2018 NHL Entry Draft, defenseman Jordan Harris took his talents to the NCAA. Three years later, the Northeastern University Huskies' alternate captain and 2021 Hobey Baker Award candidate reflects on his development, his time as a student-athlete and the lessons he has learned along the way.

Coming off a solid Junior career that saw him captain the OHL’s Guelph Storm, Cam Hillis signed with the Canadiens and is ready to make the jump to the pros in 2021. In this episode, the 2018 third round pick dishes on overcoming injuries, the value of sports psychologists in today's game, and his expectations for his Rocket debut.

Team USA star and blue-chip Canadiens prospect Cole Caufield shares the secret behind his lethal shot, why his playmaking is underrated, and how his relationship with Jack Hughes has evolved over the years.