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A strong team studded with future Hall of Famers the Montreal Canadiens chose Doug Harvey to [...]
MoreOn May 27, 2000, all of Quebec is saddened by the loss of a true hockey legend, Maurice [...]
MoreAn emblematic icon of the Montreal Canadiens, Maurice Richard’s influence and impact [...]
MoreGoing into Montreal’s final regular season game in Boston, on March 18, 1945, Maurice [...]
MoreA true hero of the people, Richard’s exploits over the course of his career were truly remarkable. He was the first player in the history of the league to notch 50 goals in a season, a feat he accomplished in only 50 games. He was also the first NHLer to score 500 career goals. He hoisted the Stanley Cup on eight occasions, four of those as captain, from 1956 to 1960. He still holds numerous franchise records, including most goals scored during the regular season (544) and playoffs (82).
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