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Today in Hockey History: March 16

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Today is about scoring goals and keeping them out of the net, as this date in National Hockey League history had provided multiple 50-goal scorers and some great goaltending. Plus,…

Montreal Canadiens 50-Goal Scorers

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The Montreal Canadiens have six players who have made it into the celebrated 50-goal club. Prior to 1970, the elusive milestone was rarely reached. During the 1970s and 1980s, as seasons…

Jean Beliveau: A Class Act

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On this date, March 3, 1968, Jean Beliveau scored for the Montreal Canadiens in a 5-2 loss to the Red Wings to become the second player in NHL history with…

When the Canadiens’ Dynasty Ended for Good

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When sports historians speak in terms of true dynasties (that is, success that lasts for a few generations, as opposed to a few years), three franchises come to mind: the Yankees in baseball, the Celtics in basketball and the Montreal Canadiens in hockey.