Pre-Game Twirl EP.8 w/ Kent Hughes

Hosts Torrey Mitchell and Connor Wood dive into an engaging conversation with Kent Hughes, the General Manager of the Montreal Canadiens. They explore Kent's journey from playing hockey at Middlebury College to becoming a top player agent and eventually the GM of the Canadiens. Highlights include personal anecdotes, the complexities of the NHL draft, insights into player development, and the unique challenges of managing a team in Montreal.

00:00 Introduction and French Banter
00:44 Middlebury College Days
03:24 Journey into Player Agency
05:36 Transition to General Manager
08:52 Hiring Marty St. Louis
12:33 Draft Stories and Insights
16:59 Building the Montreal Canadiens
24:50 Player Development Focus
27:31 Conclusion and Farewell