Alex Newhook's Montreal Mission: Finding His Role in Red

The Canadiens acquired Newhook with specific expectations about what he could bring to their forward group, but like most young players in transition, he's still figuring out exactly where he fits in the lineup. Montreal's coaching staff is working to identify the optimal role that maximizes his skill set while minimizing the pressure that comes with being a mid-tier prospect trying to prove himself in a rebuilding situation.