Montreal Canadiens

11 Stanley Cup wins. One legend. Henri Richard—“Pocket Rocket”—helped build a dynasty with the Montreal Canadiens and still holds an incredible NHL record.

Before Chicago Blackhawks glory, Tony Esposito’s NHL start with the Montreal Canadiens was brief but Stanley Cup–worthy. What if "Tony O" stayed in Montreal?

Humiliated, traded, reborn. In ’96, Patrick Roy responded to "The Trade" his way—toppling the Red Wings and lifting the Stanley Cup with the Colorado Avalanche.

In ’95, one night shattered Montreal: 9 goals, a defiant salute, and Patrick Roy’s exit that reshaped the NHL as a new Stanley Cup championship team was born.

Why the number "78" is one of hockey’s hidden magic numbers: Lafleur’s 78-game brilliance, the dynasty year of '78, and the Canadiens at their unstoppable peak.

From the Montreal Canadiens (#43 draft pick in 2007) to Music City and then New Jersey; a look at how P.K. Subban stamped the number #76 into NHL history.

Undrafted to unforgettable: Kelowna-born Josh Gorges turned doubt from scouts into 783 NHL games and a BC Hockey Hall of Fame induction. Grit, loyalty, legacy.

1968-69 wasn’t just another NHL season—back in '69, the game changed: dynasties confirmed, 100-point scorers born, and Bobby Orr redefining defense position.

Once an uncommon jersey number, #67 found its legend in Max Pacioretty—who helped turn it into a symbol of goals, grit and leadership over a 17-year NHL career.

Why 57 matters: Rocket, Plante, Geoffrion & Béliveau crush Boston as the Montreal Canadiens cement an Original Six dynasty in a 5-game Stanley Cup Final in '57.

Five games, five overtimes, one unforgettable goal—how the '51 Stanley Cup Final between the Toronto Maple Leafs and Montreal Canadiens became legendary.

Not all iconic NHL numbers are flashy. Brian Savage helped make #49 unforgettable in Montreal with grit, goals, and clutch moments.

Jacques Plante didn’t just stop pucks—he redefined goaltending, from masks to studying the game, building a legacy still shaping the NHL today.

Why goalie #33 still means greatness: Patrick Roy’s Stanley Cups, confidence, butterfly style, and clutch legacy that changed hockey.

Chris Chelios’ legacy isn’t just trophies—it’s the quiet power of #24, the number that followed his toughest battles and every Stanley Cup win.

In hockey, number 23 isn’t flashy, but its wearers shaped hockey with clutch moments, quiet grit, and steady excellence—proof that greatness isn’t always loud.

Denis Savard wasn’t just a star—he was the spark. From dizzying spin-o-ramas to 100-point seasons, #18 made hockey feel magical every time he touched the ice.

From Jarome Iginla’s fire to Yvan Cournoyer’s speed, five legends turned the humble #12 into one of hockey’s most quietly iconic numbers.

Before Chicago Blackhawks glory, Tony Esposito’s NHL start with the Montreal Canadiens was brief but Stanley Cup–worthy. What if he’d stayed?

Jersey Number "10" isn’t just a number—it’s a legacy shaped by icons, steady leaders, and game-changers whose stories still echo through NHL history.

Hockey’s iconic number "9" was built by legends—Richard, Howe, and Hull. Three superstars, one number, and a legacy that still defines greatness.

The number 6 isn’t flashy, but it’s everywhere in NHL lore—from the Original Six era to iconic defensemen and legends who made the number timeless.

Number 4 isn’t just a digit in hockey—it’s Béliveau’s class, Orr’s brilliance, and Lowe’s grit. Three NHL legends, one iconic number.

Legends in the crease: How Bower, Plante, and Luongo turned the humble #1 into hockey’s boldest badge of grit, innovation, and calm confidence.