One for the Ages: Guy Lafleur’s 1989-90 NHL Season Nathaniel Oliver | April 26, 2024 Guy Lafleur was 38 years old when he signed as a free agent with the Quebec Nordiques on July 14, 1989. The man affectionately known as “The Flower” was already…
Guy Lafleur Gave Me a Lifetime of Memories Trege Wilson | April 22, 2024 *This was originally published in April 2022 Guy Lafleur is one of the most renowned Montreal Canadiens players. His name belongs with other Habs legends, such as Jean Beliveau and…
Today in Hockey History: April 22 Matthew Zator | April 22, 2024 Breaking a record set by the Great One is quite the accomplishment, and a very unlikely player did just that on this date. One of the National Hockey League’s charter…
Today in Hockey History: Feb. 9 Matthew Zator | February 9, 2024 The National Hockey League not only added its most famous individual trophy on this date, but it also announced that it would double in size. All-time greats in both Montreal…
Myth of the Montreal Canadiens’ Early Success THW Archives | February 6, 2024 For generations, the Habs have been dogged by accusations that their historic Stanley Cup success was because they had territorial rights to the best players French Canada had to offer.…
The Greatest Team of All Time: The Montreal Junior Canadiens The Hockey Writers | February 4, 2024 The Junior Canadians were loaded with talented french teens including Gilbert Perreault, Richard Martin, Marc Tardif, Rejean Houle, Ian Turnbull, Andre Dupont, and Jocelyn Guevremont
Today in Hockey History: Feb. 4 Matthew Zator | February 4, 2024 The greatest player to ever strap on a pair of skates had himself three big nights on this date in National Hockey League history. Both teams in New York had…
Guy Lafleur: The Last of the Great Habs Skaters Jeff Seide | January 6, 2024 Guy Lafleur’s 17-year NHL career spanned from 1971 until 1991. The first 14 years were with the Habs, followed by a three-year retirement. He then skated one season with the…
Today in Hockey History: Dec. 20 Matthew Zator | December 20, 2023 Dec. 20 has been a very eventful and exciting date in the history of the National Hockey League. Some of the biggest names in the Hall of Fame had memorable…
A Look Back on the 5 Worst Teams in NHL History Ryan Ventura | November 18, 2023 The San Jose Sharks made headlines to start this season, as they lost each of their first 11 games. While this start was one of the worst in NHL history,…
Today in Hockey History: Nov. 11 Matthew Zator | November 11, 2023 Minnesota is rich in hockey history and this date brought some big moments over the years. Also, there were plenty of big offensive performances including some from defenders on the…
Canadiens’ Retired Jerseys – the Story of a Famed Franchise THW Archives | November 2, 2023 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…