Red Wings prospect and University of Minnesota-Duluth forward Max Plante appeared on the “Crazy Hockey Dads Podcast” recently, appearing from the 34-minute mark until the 1 hour and 48 minute mark, which is a very long interview!
To quote the podcast webpage:
The 2026 Hobey Baker winner on late growth, betting on himself, and chasing big dreams. Scott and Jamie sit down with Max Plante for a conversation that has surprisingly little to do with trophies and everything to do with development.
Max shares how he was just 5’4″, 120 pounds when he left Minnesota high school hockey for the NTDP, why many people questioned the decision, and how learning to compete as one of the smallest players on the ice ultimately became one of his biggest advantages.
He also talks about growing up in Hermantown, playing every sport he could, the influence of his hockey family, battling through injuries, winning World Juniors gold, and why pushing yourself into uncomfortable situations is often the fastest path to growth.
Give ‘er a listen/watch if you wish.
