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Founded in 1909 by J. Ambrose O’Brien, the Montreal Canadiens are the longest continuously operating professional ice hockey team worldwide and the only existing NHL club to predate the founding of the NHL. Their first NHL game was played on Dec. 19, 1917, versus the Ottawa Senators, which they won 7-4. They are the most successful NHL franchise with 25 championships, 11 more than the second-place Toronto Maple Leafs. They also happen to be the most recent Canadian franchise to win the Stanley Cup, having done so in 1993. Additionally, 65 players who donned a Canadiens sweater during their careers have been inducted into the Hockey Hall of Fame.

Suggested Sidney Crosby to Canadiens Trade Not Realistic
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When the Pittsburgh Penguins missed the playoffs again, the trade rumours surrounding Sidney Crosby were expected this summer. Despite Crosby saying he wants to retire as a member of the Penguins, re-signing on a team-friendly deal, and claiming he isn’t open to being traded, fans continue to look for excuses to connect their favourite team to the superstar forward. In a recent article by Eric Engels, a blockbuster deal between the Penguins and the Montreal Canadiens was suggested. Related: 5 Reasons Canadiens Should Finally Make a Splash in Free Agency in 2025 I will give credit where it is due,…

Canadiens’ Retired Jerseys – the Story of a Famed Franchise
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The Montreal Canadiens, one of the oldest professional sports franchises in North America, have a very storied past of success. They have honoured 18 players by taking their 15 jersey numbers out of circulation (three players shared the same number). The Canadiens have the most retired numbers of any NHL team. Sixteen of these 18 honourees (all except Émile Bouchard and Guy Lapointe) are also on the NHL’s 100 Greatest Players List. Here’s a look at the players whose jerseys have been retired by the Canadiens and their celebratory stories. Howie Morenz #7 – Nov. 2, 1937 Howie Morenz, known…

5 RFAs the Canadiens Should Pursue this Summer
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With Jeff Gorton recently suggesting he expects to see more offer sheets around the league, the door might be open for the Montreal Canadiens to take an aggressive approach this offseason. While offer sheets have long been a rarity and seen negatively in the NHL, recent examples, like the success stories of Dylan Holloway and Philip Broberg last summer, could open the door to more offer sheets. The Canadiens, with some cap space and a lot of picks, could use this summer as an opportunity to pounce on teams that are cap-strapped or uncertain about matching big offers for talented…

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Today in Hockey History: May 14
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May 14 has been a very busy day in the history of the National Hockey League. This date has seen a little bit of everything between historic comebacks, series-clinching wins, broken records, and awards being handed out. Let’s start our daily trip back in time to enjoy all the memories….

Today in Hockey History: May 13
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Today’s date is chock-full of great Stanley Cup playoff moments. May 13 has seen plenty of National Hockey League memories, including some epic comebacks, overtime history, and series-clinching wins. Let’s begin our daily trip back in time to relive all the best moments. It Was 4-1! Depending on which side…

Today in Hockey History: May 11
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May 11 has proven to be a big date in the history of the National Hockey League. Some of its legendary players and coaches had big moments, some for the final time. Franchises with long histories of success have made plenty of memories on this date. Let’s begin our daily…

Today in Hockey History: May 10
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The most famous goal in National Hockey League history was scored on this date. In addition, memories were made during dynastic runs in Montreal and New York while numerous teams got one step closer to hockey’s ultimate prize. The THW time machine is fueled up and ready to take back…

 

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Canadiens FAQ

What year were the Montreal Canadiens founded?

The Montreal Canadiens were founded in 1909 by J. Ambrose O’Brien.

When did the Montreal Canadiens play their first game?

The Canadiens’ first NHL game was played on Dec. 19, 1917, versus the Ottawa Senators, which they won 7-4.

Who is the current head coach of the Montreal Canadiens?

Martin St. Louis is the current head coach for the Montreal Canadiens.