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Join Scott MacIntosh and Brad Cuzner for This is Moose Country, the official podcast of your Halifax Mooseheads. They'll be chatting about the team, what's going on around the league, and to some familiar faces and Mooseheads alumni. We're always looking for feedback from fans, let us know what you think of the podcast or if you have any suggestions at mooseheads@halifaxmooseheads.ca For video episodes, head to the official Mooseheads YouTube channel.
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May 21, 2026
<p dir="ltr">The QMJHL Entry Draft in Halifax is just around the corner!</p> <p><strong> </strong></p> <p dir="ltr">This week on This Is Moose Country, we're joined by Halifax Mooseheads President Brian Urquhart and Events East Vice President Colby Pridham to break down everything fans need to know ahead of the 2026 QMJHL Entry Draft at Scotiabank Centre.</p> <p><strong> </strong></p> <p dir="ltr">We discuss:</p> <ul> <li dir="ltr" aria-level="1"> <p dir="ltr" role="presentation">Why Halifax was finally chosen to host the draft</p> </li> <li dir="ltr" aria-level="1"> <p dir="ltr" role="presentation">What fans can expect from the event</p> </li> <li dir="ltr" aria-level="1"> <p dir="ltr" role="presentation">The Mooseheads holding picks 3 and 7 overall</p> </li> <li dir="ltr" aria-level="1"> <p dir="ltr" role="presentation">Whether the team could make major offseason moves</p> </li> <li dir="ltr" aria-level="1"> <p dir="ltr" role="presentation">How the league landscape is changing</p> </li> <li dir="ltr" aria-level="1"> <p dir="ltr" role="presentation">Colby Pridham's memories playing for the Mooseheads</p> </li> <li dir="ltr" aria-level="1"> <p dir="ltr" role="presentation">The impact of the late Robert Irving on the QMJHL</p> </li> </ul> <p><strong> </strong></p> <p dir="ltr">Plus, Scott and Brad discuss the QMJHL Finals, Moncton's playoff run, Tommy Blais' NHL Draft stock, and why this could be the biggest offseason in recent Mooseheads history.</p> <p><strong><br /> <br /></strong></p> <p dir="ltr">Show notes:</p> <p><strong> </strong></p> <p dir="ltr">00:00 - Introduction</p> <p><strong> </strong></p> <p dir="ltr">00:50 - Congrats to Chicouctimi</p> <p><strong> </strong></p> <p dir="ltr">4:15 - Gabe Smith wins Playoff MVP</p> <p><strong> </strong></p> <p dir="ltr">8:10 - Offseason begins</p> <p><strong> </strong></p> <p dir="ltr">12:47 - Should Halifax trade draft picks?</p> <p><strong> </strong></p> <p dir="ltr">14:42 - Brian Urquhart & Colby Pridham join the show</p> <p><strong> </strong></p> <p dir="ltr">15:22 - Halifax hosting the QMJHL Draft</p> <p><strong> </strong></p> <p dir="ltr">19:08 - What the draft means for the city</p> <p><strong> </strong></p> <p dir="ltr">20:24 - Behind the scenes of the event</p> <p><strong> </strong></p> <p dir="ltr">23:09 - Planning the draft in Halifax</p> <p><strong> </strong></p> <p dir="ltr">24:19 - Mooseheads draft strategy discussion</p> <p><strong> </strong></p> <p dir="ltr">26:07 - Colby Pridham's Mooseheads memories</p> <p><strong> </strong></p> <p dir="ltr">31:10 - Brian Urquhart's journey with the Mooseheads</p> <p><strong> </strong></p> <p dir="ltr">32:47 - Colby's role with Events East</p> <p><strong> </strong></p> <p dir="ltr">35:55 - Gardiner MacDougall & Moncton discussion</p> <p><strong> </strong></p> <p dir="ltr">37:14 - Remembering Robert Irving</p> <p><strong> </strong></p> <p dir="ltr">39:17 - Final thoughts</p>
March 25, 2026
<p dir="ltr">Mooseheads legend Marty Frk joins the pod for a fun and memorable conversation about his Halifax career, the 2013 Memorial Cup run, life in pro hockey, fatherhood, and what it was like adapting to North America after arriving from Czechia. Marty also shares stories from his years in the AHL and NHL, reflects on his time with the Mooseheads, and talks about why Halifax still means so much to him.</p> <p dir="ltr"> </p> <p dir="ltr">On top of that, the guys break down the Mooseheads' playoff matchup with Chicoutimi, make their QMJHL first-round predictions, and react to a great social media post of the week from Sackville minor hockey.</p> <p dir="ltr"> </p> <p dir="ltr">Then comes a great surprise as Luca Ciampini jumps in to crash the interview and bring some classic stories, laughs, and memories from their Mooseheads days together.</p> <p dir="ltr"> </p> <p dir="ltr">If you're a Mooseheads fan, this one is packed with playoff talk, nostalgia, and some all-time stories from one of the most beloved players to wear the jersey.</p> <p> </p> <p dir="ltr">Show notes:</p> <p><strong> </strong></p> <p dir="ltr">00:00 - Introduction</p> <p><strong> </strong></p> <p dir="ltr">1:04 - Final games of the season</p> <p><strong> </strong></p> <p dir="ltr">7:45 - First Round Matchup</p> <p><strong> </strong></p> <p dir="ltr">12:05 - Playoff Predictions</p> <p><strong> </strong></p> <p dir="ltr">21:55 - Social Media comment of the week</p> <p><strong> </strong></p> <p dir="ltr">25:17 - Marty Frk joins the show</p> <p><strong> </strong></p> <p dir="ltr">26:17 - Marty on becoming a father of two</p> <p><strong> </strong></p> <p dir="ltr">30:11 - Why Calgary has been a great fit</p> <p><strong> </strong></p> <p dir="ltr">36:58 - Marty Frk's Mooseheads draft day story</p> <p><strong> </strong></p> <p dir="ltr">42:02 - Surprise guest Luca Ciampini joins</p> <p><strong> </strong></p> <p dir="ltr">56:26 - Classic Marty and Luca stories</p> <p><strong> </strong></p> <p dir="ltr">01:06:09 - Marty on his 8-point playoff game</p> <p><strong> </strong></p> <p dir="ltr">01:07:54 - Memorial Cup parade memories</p> <p><strong> </strong></p> <p dir="ltr">01:09:33 - NHL Draft and pro hockey journey</p> <p><strong> </strong></p> <p dir="ltr">01:14:21 - Why Marty went to Switzerland</p> <p><strong> </strong></p> <p dir="ltr">01:17:44 - Quick hits with Marty Frk!</p> <p> </p>
March 11, 2026
<p dir="ltr">Former Halifax Mooseheads forward and 2013 Memorial Cup champion Luca Ciampini joins the podcast for a fun and memorable conversation about his time in Halifax, the bond of those championship teams, and the path hockey has taken him on since junior. </p> <p><strong> </strong></p> <p dir="ltr">Luca reflects on being drafted second overall by the Mooseheads, the build-up of one of the most talented teams in franchise history, and what it was like sharing the ice with names like Nathan MacKinnon, Martin Frk, Jonathan Drouin, MacKenzie Weegar, and more.</p> <p dir="ltr"> </p> <p dir="ltr">Luca also shares stories from behind the scenes of that era, including his friendship with Marty Frk, the unforgettable atmosphere of winning in Halifax, and why lifting the President Cup on home ice meant so much. Plus, he gives an update on life today in Montreal, where he's deeply involved in hockey development, player mentorship, and the agency world. It's a great episode filled with laughs, nostalgia, and the kind of stories Mooseheads fans will love. Tune in now!</p> <p><strong> </strong></p> <p dir="ltr">Show notes:</p> <p><strong> </strong></p> <p dir="ltr">00:00 - Introduction</p> <p><strong> </strong></p> <p dir="ltr">00:40 - Back to back victories</p> <p><strong> </strong></p> <p dir="ltr">6:35 - Strong rookie season from Oleg Kulebyakin</p> <p><strong> </strong></p> <p dir="ltr">7:40 - Chicoutimi on a hot streak</p> <p><strong> </strong></p> <p dir="ltr">12:45 - Social media comment of the week</p> <p dir="ltr"> </p> <p dir="ltr">13:58 - Luca Ciampini joins the pod</p> <p dir="ltr"> </p> <p dir="ltr">14:20 - Life update, hockey development, and agency work</p> <p dir="ltr"> </p> <p dir="ltr">24:25 - Drafted 2nd overall by the Mooseheads</p> <p dir="ltr"> </p> <p dir="ltr">31:19 - Building toward a championship team and winning the Memorial Cup</p> <p dir="ltr"> </p> <p dir="ltr">48:02 - 2014 playoff run and leadership growth</p> <p dir="ltr"> </p> <p dir="ltr">56:55 - Quick hits with Luca Ciampini</p> <p> </p>
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Join Scott MacIntosh and Brad Cuzner for This is Moose Country, the official podcast of your Halifax Mooseheads.
They'll be chatting about the team, what's going on around the league, and to some familiar faces and Mooseheads alumni.
We're always looking for feedback from fans, let us know what you think of the podcast or if you have any suggestions at mooseheads@halifaxmooseheads.ca
For video episodes, head to the official Mooseheads YouTube channel.
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