This is Moose Country

The QMJHL Entry Draft in Halifax is just around the corner!   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.   We discuss: Why Halifax was finally chosen to host the draft What fans can expect from the eve...

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.  ...

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.    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 w...

It was a weekend that had everything: an exhausting shootout marathon, an ugly "stinker," and a pushback game that brought the Halifax – Moncton rivalry heat right back to the surface.  Quinn Kennedy and Danny Walters talk about how a team responds after getting embarrassed, how you reset mentally within 24 hours, and why proving you can hang with the league's best matters this time of year. The e...

On today's episode, Scott and Brad recap a gritty Quebec road trip, preview a huge stretch vs Newfoundland and a home-and-home with Cape Breton, and break down how tight the Eastern standings are while looking towards the playoffs.    They also shift into draft talk: the Mooseheads' lottery-positioned Rimouski first-round pick, what the odds mean, and the excitement of the QMJHL Draft coming to Ha...

On today's episode, Scott and Brad catch up on the Mooseheads' recent stretch—an inconsistent run of results, but highlighted by a much-needed overtime win vs. Gatineau that had some edge to it.    From there, it's a look ahead at a brutal upcoming slate (including Chicoutimi) and why the standings race is so tight that a few points could completely change Halifax's playoff path.    They also hit...

On today's episode, Brad and Scott welcome former Moosehead, and everyone's favourite foodie, Stephen Davis to the pod. Stephen chats about life after Halifax and shares how Dining with Davis and stepping into the broadcast booth lit a fire for pursuing a career and television and journalism.   Plus: the truth about Charlottetown battles, "PP Gold," The Trotting Fox, and the legendary "build it an...

On today's episode, Scott and Brad sit down with one of the most important figures in Halifax Mooseheads history — Dominique Ducharme. Dom walks us through his journey from coaching the Moose to Memorial Cup champion, World Junior gold, leading the Montreal Canadiens to a Stanley Cup final, and now assistant coach with the Vegas Golden Knights. You'll hear: Stories from his time in Halifax with Na...

On today's episode of This is Moose Country, Scott and Brad break down a massive Quebec road swing – wins over Moncton and Blainville, an OT point in Rouyn-Noranda, and a tough one in Val-d'Or – including a wild 7–5 win where the special teams finally caught fire, and third-overall pick Malik L'Italien had a breakout night. They also chat about the upcoming games in November as well as the heartbr...

Sportsnet's Ken Reid joins Scott and Brad to talk about his brand-new book The Next One: Hockey Scouts, Remote Rinks and Hidden Talent — a deep dive into the people who discover the game's future stars.  Ken shares hilarious and heartfelt stories from his early days calling Mooseheads games on Eastlink, his memories of Halifax hockey legends like Jody Shelley and Carlisle Lewis, and how his love o...

Get Your Mooseheads 90s Night Merch Here: https://mooseshop.ca/   On today's episode, Scott and Brad welcome Zach Fucale to the podcast! Zach joins us all thee way from Minsk, Belarus where he's currently playing for their KHL team, Dinamo Minsk. The boys reminisce about Zach's time with the Mooseheads including winning the Memorial Cup, as well as what it was like to get drafted to the Montreal C...

This is Moose Country returns for season 2! Hosts Scott and Brad are joined by Head Coach Brad MacKenzie and Associate Coach Josh Hepditch. The coaching staff reflects on the excitement of the home opener, the energy of the crowd, and the importance of starting the season on a strong note.   Coach MacKenzie discusses his path to becoming head coach and the experiences that have shaped his leadersh...

On today's episode, Brad and Scott wrap up the season that was with a breakdown of the Mooseheads' second round exit, how other teams fared, a preview of the semifinals, as well as looking towards the QMJHL draft. They then welcome head coach Andrew Lord to the show where they chat about the first round upset against Drummondville, key takeaways from the season, Andrew's thoughts on the current co...

What a win for the Moose! The boys are moving on to the second round after an incredible first round upset over Drummondville. Scott and Brad break down the series as well as recapping the rest of round 1 and look towards round 2 where we'll see your Mooseheads take on the Rouyn-Noranda Huskies. Scott and Brad also sit down with Darcy Ashley and Brent Andrews for a great interview where the guys r...

On today's episode, Scott and Brad break down the final week of the season where the Moose secured the final playoff spot. They preview Halifax's opening round matchup with Drummondville as well as the rest of the 1st round matchups. They then sit down with former Moosehead and current San Jose Barracuda Jake Furlong. They chat about what it's been like for Jake in his first season as a profession...

On today's episode, Brad and Scott break down the last few games of the season as well as what it's going to take to secure a playoff spot. They also congratulate Nate MacKinnon on his 1000th NHL point, discuss Brad Marchand's potential impact on the Panthers, and go through their Mount Rushmore's of the best over age Mooseheads of all time. They then welcome Brady Schultz, Braeden MacPhee, and Ja...

On today's episode, Brad and Scott chat about the Mooseheads last stretch and recent form as well as what kind of hockey the team needs to play to secure a spot in this year's playoffs. They also recap the incredible Team Canada victory in the 4 Nations Face-Off and do a blind ranking of the top 5 players in the tournament. They then sit down with Alex Tanguay for an inclusive interview where he t...

On today's episode, Brad and Scott recap the last few games and preview the upcoming rivalry games including a showdown between Steinman and Rousseau. They also go over their top 3 Super Bowl half time shows and preview the 4 Nations Face-Off. Brad and Scott then welcome former Moosehead and current Nashville Predator, Zachary L'Heureux to the podcast. They chat about his days in the Q, getting dr...

On today's episode, Brad and Scott chat about the big win over Chicoutimi this past Friday, as well as the upcoming 3 in 3 road trip, a Mt. Rushmore featuring the greatest Mooseheads fighters of all time. They also sit down with former Moosehead and Country Liberty Founder Sawyer Hannay in a great interview where Sawyer talks about how he started Country Liberty and reflects back on a great hockey...

On today's episode of This is Moose Country, Scott and Brad chat about the Mooseheads current run of form, the tough road trip ahead, as well as a great interview with Mooseheads General Manager Cam Russell. Cam gives his thoughts on the expectations for this year, how the rebuild is going, and also reflects on his long NHL career. Show notes: 00:00 - Introduction 00:30 - Discussing the Mooseheads...

On today's episode, Brad and Scott recap Saturday night's game at the Titan, their thoughts on Team Canada at the World Juniors, as well as introducing a couple of new segments and a great interview with Mooseheads Owner, Peter Simon. Tune in now! Show notes: 00:00 - Introduction 1:05 - Recapping Saturday night's game against Acadie-Bathurst 6:45 - There's a new goalie in town! 9:05 - Brad and Sco...

On today's episode of This is Moose Country, Brad and Scott offer up some trade deadline news, bid farewell to Jan Spryner, and welcome brand new Moosehead Quinn Kennedy and teammate Owen Phillips to the pod. Quinn chats about his first impressions with the Mooseheads, who he and Owen looked up to when they were younger, as well as thoughts on the remainder of the season and beyond. They also refl...

On episode 2 of This is Moose Country, Scott and Brad chat about this past weekend's double header, a breakdown of the trade deadline, and thoughts on World Junior camp invites including former Moosehead Mathieu Cataford. They also debut a few new segments including Brad's Top 3 and Mount Rushmore. The second half of the episode is a great interview with former Moosehead captain Cam Critchlow, who...

Welcome to the first episode of This is Moose Country! Co-hosts Scott MacIntosh and Brad Cuzner chat about the season so far, news around the league, and what might happen at the trade deadline. They also sit down with former Mooseheads captain and Memorial Cup champion Trey Lewis. Trey reflects on his time with the Mooseheads, transitioning to university hockey, his experience playing overseas in...

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 epi...