The Montreal Canadiens are one of the most storied franchises in the National Hockey League, boasting a long and illustrious history stretching back over a century.
Founded in 1909, the Canadiens have established themselves as one of the most successful teams in the league, having won 24 Stanley Cup championships, the most of any team in NHL history. Based in Montreal, Quebec, the team plays its home games at the Bell Centre, and is beloved by fans across Canada and the world.
The Canadiens proudly wear their iconic red, white, and blue jerseys, and have become synonymous with the city of Montreal. The team is known for its passionate and loyal fan base, and the team’s success is a source of great pride for its supporters.
1. Max Pacioretty
Carolina Hurricanes
Career
- 2004–05: Taft School
- 2005–06: Taft School
- 2006–07: Sioux City Musketeers
- 2007–08: University of Michigan
- 2008–09: Hamilton Bulldogs
- 2008–09: Montreal Canadiens
- 2009–10: Montreal Canadiens
- 2009–10: Hamilton Bulldogs
Max Pacioretty is a professional ice hockey player who was drafted by the Montreal Canadiens in 2007. He has also played for the Ottawa Senators and Vegas Golden Knights.
In 2013, he won the Art Ross Trophy as the NHL's leading scorer with 87 points (35 goals and 52 assists). Pacioretty has represented Canada at multiple international tournaments, including three World Championships and two Winter Olympics.
He announced his retirement from professional hockey on February 25th, 2019 after 17 seasons in the NHL Max Pacioretty is a left-handed forward who has played for the Montreal Canadiens, Carolina Hurricanes, HC Ambrì-Piotta and Vegas Golden Knights in his NHL career.
Pacioretty was drafted by the Montreal Canadiens as the 22nd overall pick in the 2007 NHL Draft. He made his professional debut with HC Ambrì-Piotta of the Swiss National League A in 2008–09 before joining the Carolina Hurricanes later that season.
In 2011–12, he led all rookie forwards with 44 points (21 goals and 23 assists) as well as being named to Team USA for their World Championship tournament that year.
The following season, 2012–13, he recorded 41 goals and 63 assists for 106 points over 82 games - good for fourth place among rookies behind John Tavares (NYI), Alex Ovechkin (WAS), and Ryan Nugent-Hopkins (EDM).
On July 1st, 2013, Pacioretty signed a six-year contract extension with Montreal worth an average annual value of $7 million dollars through to 2020–21 which makes him one of hockey's highest-paid players at present day.
In 2017–18 he finished second on the team scoring behind only Max Domi while playing 80 games registering 43 goals and 54 assists for 89 points helping lead Montreal to their 104th Stanley Cup championship.
Also Played For: university of michigan hockey, ncaa hockey
2. Maurice Richard
Montreal Canadiens
Career
- Montreal Canadiens
- Playing career: 1942–1960
Maurice Richard was a hockey legend and one of the most legendary players in NHL history. He is best known for his record-breaking goal-scoring feats, including setting an NHL record with 681 goals over a career that spanned more than 20 seasons.
Richard also holds the distinction of being the first player to score 50 goals in a season, as well as the youngest player ever to win the Stanley Cup (at just 18 years old).
Maurice Richard has been inducted into both the Hockey Hall of Fame and Canada's Sports Hall of Fame, among other halls of fame around the world.
In recognition of his remarkable achievements on and off the ice, Maurice Richard was awarded honorary Canadian citizenship in 2013. Maurice Richard was one of the most popular and iconic players in Canadien's history.
He scored more than 500 goals during his career and is still considered one of the all-time greats. Maurice Richard also had a colorful off-the-ice life, often engaging in shenanigans with teammates and opponents alike.
Among other things, he once urinated on an opponent's bench while playing against the Philadelphia Flyers.
In 1960, after scoring 507 goals over 14 seasons with Montreal, Richard opted to join the new Quebec Nordiques instead of signing an extension with the Canadiens.
The move caused a rift between Richard and teammate Jean Beliveau which never healed completely. Maurice Richard died from cancer at age 78 in 2000.
Also Played For: stanley cup, hockey
3. Guy Lafleur
Montreal Canadiens
Career
- Montreal Canadiens
- New York Rangers
- Quebec Nordiques
- National team: Canada
- NHL Draft: 1st overall, 1971
- Montreal Canadiens
Guy Lafleur is considered one of the greatest hockey players ever. He was inducted into the Hockey Hall of Fame in 1988 and retired from playing in 1996.
Guy Lafleur played for many teams throughout his career, including Montreal Canadiens, Quebec Nordiques, New York Rangers and Vancouver Canucks.
His most famous moment as a player came when he scored the goal that won the Stanley Cup for Montreal Canadiens in 1986.
After retiring from playing, Guy Lafleur went on to have a successful career as a coach with several different teams including Quebec Remparts and CSKA Moscow Major League Hockey Club (KHL).
In 2017, it was announced that Guy Lafleur had prostate cancer and would not be able to attend his induction ceremony into the Canadian Sports Hall of Fame later that year due to health concerns.
Guy Lafleur passed away at age 70 after battling cancer for several years Guy Lafleur was a prolific scorer in the NHL, amassing over 1,500 points in his career. He was drafted first overall by the Montreal Canadiens in 1971 and played for them until 1985.
After leaving Montreal he played for the New York Rangers and Quebec Nordiques before retiring from hockey in 1991. Guy Lafleur won six Stanley Cups with the Canadiens, including three straight from 1976 to 1979.
In 1988 he was part of Canada's Olympic team that won the gold medal at Sarajevo; he also represented his country at two World Championships and one Olympics thereafter.
Guy Lafleur is now an ambassador for Hockey Canada and actively promotes youth hockey throughout North America as president of L'Association Québécoise de Hockey et du Sport Électronique (AQHSE).
4. Jean Béliveau
Montreal Canadiens
Career
- Montreal Canadiens
- Playing career: 1950–1971
Jean Béliveau was a legendary hockey player who won numerous awards and accolades during his career. He is best known for being the all-time leading scorer in the NHL, with 1,239 points over an illustrious 19-year career.
Béliveau also holds several other records and achievements, including being the first player to score 50 goals in a season and winning four Stanley Cups with the Montreal Canadiens.
In 2002, he was inducted into the Hockey Hall of Fame alongside players such as Wayne Gretzky and Mike Bossy.
Jean Béliveau passed away at age 83 after a long battle with dementia caused by multiple concussions sustained while playing hockey.
Jean Béliveau's story is one that should be celebrated not only because of his accomplishments on ice but also his strength of character throughout his life.
Jean Béliveau is one of the all-time greats in NHL history.He was a dominant scorer, winning seven scoring titles and three Hart Trophies as the league's most valuable player. Jean Béliveau also excelled at defense, being named to nine All-Star teams and helping Montreal win five Stanley Cups.
After retiring from playing, Jean Béliveau served as team captain for the Canadiens for over two decades before he retired in 1971.
Jean Béliveau remains an important figure in Canadian sports culture, regularly appearing at charity events and serving on various hockey boards across Canada.
In 1998, he was made an Officer of the Order of Canada – one of the country's highest civilian honors – for his contributions to hockey and to society in general.
5. Chris Chelios
Detroit Red Wings
Career
- Played for : Montreal Canadiens, Chicago Blackhawks, EHC Biel, Detroit Red Wings, Atlanta Thrashers
- NHL Draft : 40th overall, 1981, Montreal Canadiens
- Playing career : 1984–2010, Medal record
Chelios is a defenseman who played for the Montreal Canadiens, Chicago Blackhawks, and Detroit Red Wings. Chelios was drafted by the Montreal Canadiens in 1981 and won two Stanley Cups with them before moving to the Chicago Blackhawks in 1993.
He helped lead them to three more championships before retiring after the 2003-2004 season. Chelios has been inducted into both the Hockey Hall of Fame (2013) and the United States Hockey Hall of Fame (2011).
In 2011, Chelios became head coach of EHC Biel in Switzerland where he led them to their first championship in 2013.
Chris currently resides in Michigan with his wife Randi and son Wojciech Jr., who also plays hockey professionally Chris Chelios is a legendary defenseman who played in the NHL for over 20 years.
He was inducted into the Hockey Hall of Fame in 2006 and is currently an analyst on NBC Sports Network. Chelios was born in Detroit, Michigan, and played high school hockey at West Catholic High School before playing college hockey at the University of Wisconsin.
After graduating from college, Chelios joined the Atlanta Thrashers as their first-round pick (40th overall) in the 1981 NHL Entry Draft. He spent most of his career with Montreal Canadiens, but also played for Chicago Blackhawks, St Louis Blues, and Dallas Stars during his time in the NHL.
In 2002, Chris Chelios won a silver medal with Team USA at the Winter Olympics held in Salt Lake City – becoming only the second player ever to win both an Olympic gold medal AND a Stanley Cup championship (the other being Wayne Gretzky).
In 1996 he led the United States to their first World Cup victory since 1994 and finished as tournament MVP; two years later he helped Canada reach their fourth consecutive world cup final appearance – where they were defeated by Sweden 4–1.
Chelias has also represented Team USA internationally at several other tournaments including three IIHF World Championships (1990 [silver], 1992 [bronze] & 1996), two World Junior Championships (1985 & 1987), and one Under-18 Championship (1984).
Chris Chelios retired from professional ice hockey following the 2010–11 season having scored 264 goals & 501 assists for 793 points while accumulating 1128 penalty minutes in 1020 games played – ranking him 2nd all-time among defensemen behind Paul Coffey’s record total of 1234 points (.927 PIM).
6. Doug Harvey
Montreal Canadiens
Career
- Played for : Montreal Canadiens, New York Rangers, St. Louis Blues, Detroit Red Wings
- Playing career : 1945–1969
Doug Harvey was a legendary player in the NHL who won several awards and accolades during his career. He is most famous for being one of the members of the "Miracle on Ice" team that won the Olympic gold medal in 1980.
Doug Harvey also played for several teams throughout his NHL career, including the New York Rangers, Montreal Canadiens, and Los Angeles Kings. His playing days ended after he suffered a serious injury that forced him to retire from hockey at age 36.
After retirement, he became involved in coaching and managing other athletes.
Doug Harvey was inducted into the Hockey Hall of Fame in 1973 and has since been recognized as one of Canada's greatest sports icons ever. Doug Harvey was a defenceman who played for Montreal Canadiens, New York Rangers, St.
Louis Blues and Detroit Red Wings during his playing career. Doug Harvey was born in Toronto in 1945 and started his hockey career with the Junior Toronto Munster Aces before signing with Montreal Canadiens as a free agent in 1965.
In 1969, Harvey retired from professional hockey after spending two seasons with the Detroit Red Wings.
He later became an assistant coach for the Quebec Nordiques of the NHL before retiring from coaching in 1992. Doug Harvey passed away on February 5th, 2003 at age 66 due to complications arising from heart surgery the previous year.
As one of the most successful defencemen ever to play in the NHL, Doug Harvey is remembered fondly by many fans both old and new.
7. Patrick Roy
Goaltender
Career
- Played for : Montreal Canadiens, Colorado Avalanche
- Coached for : Colorado Avalanche
- NHL Draft : 51st overall, 1984, Montreal Canadiens
- Playing career : 1984–2003
- Coaching career : 2005–present
Patrick Roy was born in Quebec City, Canada on October 5th, 1965. He played hockey for the Quebec Nordiques from 1984 to 1995 and then moved to Colorado Avalanche where he won two Stanley Cups (1996 & 2001).
In 2006, Patrick Roy was inducted into the Hockey Hall of Fame. Patrick Roy is a three-time Stanley Cup champion and one of only five players ever to win each league’s MVP award twice (along with Wayne Gretzky, Mario Lemieux, Brett Hull and Mike Bossy).
After retiring as a player in 2004, Patrick Roy became head coach of the Montreal Canadiens before moving on to become general manager of the Vegas Golden Knights in 2017–2018 season.
On May 17th 2019 it was announced that he had been diagnosed with chronic myeloid leukemia and would be taking a leave of absence from his role as GM for the Golden Knights while undergoing treatment.
Also Played For: colorado avalanche
8. Jonathan Drouin
Left wing
Career
- NHL team : Montreal Canadiens
- Former teams : Tampa Bay Lightning
- NHL Draft : 3rd overall, 2013, Tampa Bay Lightning
- Playing career : 2014–present
Jonathan Drouin was born in 1995 and is a 27-year-old Canadian forward. He played hockey for the Sainte-Agathe des Monts minor league team before being drafted by the Montreal Canadiens in 2013.
Drouin made his NHL debut with the Canadiens in 2016, scoring 10 goals and 14 assists for 26 points over 73 games that season.
In 2017, he had an outstanding rookie campaign with 36 goals and 51 assists for 85 points in just 78 games - becoming only the fourth player ever to record at least 60 points as a first-year player (the others are Sidney Crosby, Alex Ovechkin, and Jaromir Jagr).
As well as winning the Calder Memorial Trophy as Rookie of the Year, Drouin also won both The Ted Lindsay Award (given to Canada's most valuable player) and Art Ross Trophy (best scorer).
He missed some time early on 2018 due to injury but eventually returned to play 54 games where he scored 17 more goals and added 33 assists for 50 points overall - good enough for second place behind his teammate.
Max Pacioretty on the team’s leaderboard despite playing less than half of their total minutes together at even strength during that time period.
Also Played For: tampa bay lightning
9. Mark Recchi
Career
- Pittsburgh Penguins
- Philadelphia Flyers
- Montreal Canadiens
- Carolina Hurricanes
- Atlanta Thrashers
- Tampa Bay Lightning
- Boston Bruins
- National team: Canada
- NHL Draft: 67th overall, 1988
- Pittsburgh Penguins
- World Championship: 1997 Finland
- World Junior Championships: 1988 Soviet Union
Mark Recchi is a Hockey Hall of Fame inductee, and was one of the most prolific scorers in NHL history. He played for Pittsburgh Penguins, Philadelphia Flyers, Montreal Canadiens and Carolina Hurricanes over his 19-year career.
Mark Recchi was known as an excellent right winger who could score goals with either hand. His legendary long shot helped him become one of the most popular players in the NHL during his era.
In 2017, he was honoured by being named one of Canada's Top 100 Most Influential People in History - a distinction that speaks volumes about his legacy both on and off the ice.
Mark Recchi is a retired professional ice hockey player who spent 14 seasons in the National Hockey League (NHL) with the Boston Bruins, Pittsburgh Penguins and Atlanta Thrashers. Recchi was born on October 25, 1967 in Toronto, Ontario.
He played junior hockey for the Oshawa Generals of the Ontario Hockey League (OHL). After his junior career was over, Recchi signed an entry-level contract with the Boston Bruins in 1987.
He made his NHL debut that season and went on to play 614 regular season games over fourteen seasons with Boston, Pittsburgh and Atlanta before retiring after the 2011–12 season.
In 1994–95 he won both the Lady Byng Memorial Trophy as best gentlemanly player in the NHL and The Frank J Selke Trophy as best defensive forward in league history.
Mark Recchi has also represented Canada internationally at several tournaments including World Championship tournaments where he won gold medals at both 1997 Finland tournament and 2006 Russia tournament respectively.
On November 2nd 2016 it was announced that Mark recchi had been diagnosed with multiple myeloma which required him to take chemotherapy treatments from December onward until his death on January 17th 2017 at 57 years old due to complications from cancer.
Also Played For: 2010–11 nhl season, philadelphia flyers
10. Jacques Plante
Goaltender
Career
- Played for : Montreal Canadiens, New York Rangers, St. Louis Blues, Toronto Maple Leafs, Boston Bruins, Edmonton Oilers
- Playing career : 1947–1965, 1968–1973, 1974–1975
Jacques Plante was a legendary goaltender who played for the Montreal Canadiens from 1952 to 1971. He is one of only four goaltenders in NHL history to win over 300 games and he was inducted into the Hockey Hall of Fame in 1978.
His style of play was known as "The Mask" because it made him virtually invisible on the ice, relying more on his reflexes than his flashy equipment. In 1957, Plante set an NHL record by allowing just eight goals in 47 games and he remained among the league's best goalies for several years afterwards.
However, his career came to an abrupt end when he injured his knee during a game against Boston Bruins in 1971 and never recovered properly from that injury.
Jacques Plante remains one of hockey's most celebrated figures and is widely considered to be one of the greatest goaltenders ever to play the game.
Also Played For: st. louis blues
11. Saku Koivu
Center
Career
- NHL Draft : 21st overall, 1993, Montreal Canadiens
- Playing career : 1992–2014
- 2006 Turin
- Bronze medal – third place 1994 Lillehammer
- Bronze medal – third place 1998 Nagano
- Bronze medal – third place 2010 Vancouver
- World Championships
- Gold medal – first place 1995 Sweden
- Silver medal – second place 1994 Italy
- Silver medal – second place 1999 Norway
- Bronze medal – third place 2008 Canada
Saku Koivu was born in Turku, Finland on November 23, 1974. He played center for the Montreal Canadiens and Anaheim Ducks during his NHL career. Koivu also played for the Finnish national team from 1992 to 2014 and won a bronze medal at the 2002 Winter Olympics.
In 2018, Koivu announced his retirement from professional hockey after 14 seasons with TPS in Helsinki, Finland's top ice hockey league. Koivu was drafted by the Montreal Canadiens in the first round (24th overall) of the 1992 NHL Entry Draft.
Koivu played his first professional season with HIFK of the Finnish SM-liiga, scoring 16 goals and 42 points in 56 games.
In 1996, Koivu made his debut with Finland at the World Championships and scored two goals en route to a silver medal finish. The following year, Koivu joined Minnesota on a six-year contract worth $21 million ($ today).
He helped lead Minnesota to their only Stanley Cup championship in 2006, becoming just the fourth player ever to win both an Olympic gold medal and a Stanley Cup title (the other three are Wayne Gretzky, Mario Lemieux and Mike Bossy).
On February 15th 2010 he announced his retirement from international play after playing 168 matches for Finland dating back to 1998 including 111 World Championship appearances and 54 appearances at the Olympics (including eight gold medals).
Koivisto is one of those rare players who can do it all," said then Wild General Manager Chuck Fletcher upon signing him "He's got great hands around the net as well as strong puck possession skills."
Koivisto has everything you look for in a top scorer: physicality, strength down low on set plays or power shots from distance. NHL Network Analyst Craig Button on Saku’s strengths when comparing him to current stars Sidney Crosby & Alex Ovechkin.
Also Played For: anaheim ducks
12. Frank Mahovlich
Career
- Played for : Toronto Maple Leafs, Detroit Red Wings, Montreal Canadiens, Toronto Toros, Birmingham Bulls
- Playing career : 1957–1978
Frank Mahovlich was a Hall of Fame hockey player who played for the Toronto Maple Leafs. Mahovlich is best known for his time with the Leafs, where he won five Stanley Cups between 1963 and 1971.
He also had successful stints with the Detroit Red Wings and Montreal Canadiens, before retiring in 1974 at age 36 due to injury. After retirement, Mahovlich served as an NHL referee from 1975 to 1984.
In 1981, he was inducted into the Hockey Hall of Fame after being voted by peers as one of Canada's greatest ever players.
Mahovlich currently resides in Timmins, Ontario with his wife Linda and their two children Alex and Tessa-Lynn Frank Mahovlich was a left winger who played in the NHL for 12 seasons.
He had an illustrious career with Toronto, Detroit, and Montreal. Mahovlich was a two-time Stanley Cup champion with the Maple Leafs and Red Wings respectively. In 1978 he joined the Birmingham Bulls of the WHA where he finished his playing career six seasons later.
Frank Mahovlich is considered one of Canada's all-time greatest hockey players and remains one of the most popular athletes in that country today.
Also Played For: toronto maple leafs
13. Bobby Smith
Career
- 1974–75: Ottawa Golden Knights
- 1975–76: Ottawa 67's
- 1976–77: Ottawa 67's
- 1977–78: Ottawa 67's
- 1978–79: Minnesota North Stars
- 1979–80: Minnesota North Stars
- 1980–81: Minnesota North Stars
- 1981–82: Minnesota North Stars
Bobby Smith was born in 1958 and is a centre for the Toronto Maple Leafs. He has played over 1000 regular season games with the Leafs, as well as appearing in 10 playoff games.
Bobby Smith also played for Team Canada at the world championships in 1988 and 2002, winning a silver medal both times.
In 2007 he was inducted into the Hockey Hall of Fame, becoming only the third Canadian to be so honoured (the others being Guy Lafleur and Steve Yzerman).
After retirement from playing hockey, Bobby became an analyst on TSN's coverage of NHL games Bobby Smith was selected first overall in the 1978 NHL Draft by the Minnesota North Stars.
Bobby played for the Montreal Canadiens, then moved onto play with the Dallas Stars and Toronto Maple Leafs before ending his career with the Calgary Flames.
He retired at age 41 after winning two Stanley Cups with Calgary in 1988 and 1989. Smith is a member of Canada's Hockey Hall of Fame and has been inducted into numerous other Halls of Fame, including that of Minnesota where he currently resides as an honorary coach emeritus.
In 2006, he was awarded The Order Of Canada for his contributions to hockey both on and off the ice.
Also Played For: ottawa 67's, minnesota north stars
14. Josh Anderson
Montreal Canadiens
Career
- NHL team : Montreal Canadiens
- Former teams : Columbus Blue Jackets
- NHL Draft : 95th overall, 2012, Columbus Blue Jackets
- Playing career : 2014–present
Josh Anderson is a 28-year-old Canadian centre who has been playing in the American Hockey League (AHL) with the Lake Erie Monsters.
He was drafted by the St Louis Blues in the second round, 50th overall, of the 2012 NHL Entry Draft but never signed with them and spent four years in their AHL affiliate before signing a two-year contract to play for the Monsters on July 1st, 2017.
Anderson has played over 100 games in three different leagues and scored 38 goals and added 82 assists for 128 points during that time.
In addition he has 239 penalty minutes to his name as well as 3 powerplay goals and 7 game winning goals; making him an effective all around player at both ends of the ice.
With John Tavares likely returning to Toronto next season it will be interesting to see if Anderson gets another chance at cracking their lineup or moves on elsewhere; either way he should continue to develop as one of Canada's top prospects moving forward.
Also Played For: 2012 nhl entry draft
15. Larry Robinson
Defenseman
Career
- Montreal Canadiens
- Los Angeles Kings
- Los Angeles Kings
- New Jersey Devils
- National team: Canada
- NHL Draft: 20th overall, 1971
- Montreal Canadiens
Robinson was a successful defenceman in the NHL for over 20 years, winning six Stanley Cups with the Montreal Canadiens.
He was inducted into the Hockey Hall of Fame in 1995 and was the first black player to be so honoured.
Robinson has also worked as a broadcaster and was the colour commentator for the Montreal Canadiens for several seasons. In 2009, Robinson was diagnosed with cancer and underwent surgery to remove a brain tumor.
After a long and difficult battle, Robinson recovered and resumed his broadcasting career.
Robinson is a popular figure in Montreal, where he has been a fixture of the community for many years. Robinson remains active in charity work and is a strong advocate for cancer awareness. Robinson is married to Gail Rebuck and they have two children.
Robinson is a strong supporter of the Montreal Canadiens and frequently attends games at the team's home arena, the Bell Centre.
16. Yvan Cournoyer
Winger
Career
- Montreal Canadiens
- National team: Canada
Cournoyer was a very successful hockey player, and was inducted into the Hockey Hall of Fame in 1982.
Cournoyer played for the Montreal Canadiens, Ottawa Senators, and Philadelphia Flyers, and was a four-time Stanley Cup champion.
Cournoyer also played for the Canada national team, and was a part of the gold medal-winning team at the 1964 Winter Olympics. Cournoyer retired from professional hockey in 1984, and later served as the head coach of the Quebec Nordiques.
Cournoyer has since been involved in several business ventures, and is currently the president and CEO of the Quebecor media company. Cournoyer is also a philanthropist and has donated money to various charities. Cournoyer is married, and has two children.
Yvan Cournoyer was a right wing for the Montreal Canadiens for 18 seasons, winning a Stanley Cup in 1976. Cournoyer was a prolific scorer, with 594 goals in 1,191 games.
He was part of the "Pigboat" line with Bernie Parent and Jean Beliveau. He also served as captain of the Canadiens for three seasons.
Cournoyer was inducted into the Hockey Hall of Fame in 1986. He retired from playing in 1979 and later served as coach of the Quebec Remparts. Cournoyer is currently a television commentator for the Canadiens.
He is also a humanitarian and has helped raise money for various charities. Cournoyer is married and has three children.
17. Serge Savard
Defenseman
Career
- Montreal Canadiens
- Winnipeg Jets:
- National team: Canada
Serge Savard was one of the most decorated players in history, winning six Stanley Cups with the Montreal Canadiens. Savard also played for the Chicago Blackhawks and the Quebec Nordiques.
Savard was inducted into the Hockey Hall of Fame in 1986. Serge Savard currently serves as an ambassador for the Montreal Canadiens. In 2019, Savard was honored with the Lifetime Achievement Award from the Montreal Canadiens Alumni Association.
Serge Savard is a legend in Montreal and will always be remembered for his immense hockey skills. Serge Savard spent his entire playing career with the Montreal Canadiens, where he was a four-time All-Star and two-time Stanley Cup champion.
He was known as one of the best defenceman of his era and was a key part of the Canadiens' dynasty, winning six Conn Smythe Trophies as the most valuable player of the playoffs.
After he retired, he became a coach with the Canadiens and Winnipeg Jets. He was also the general manager of the Quebec Remparts of the Quebec Major Junior Hockey League from 1994 to 2002.
In 2003, he was inducted into the Hockey Hall of Fame. Serge Savard was born on October 1, 1946 in Montreal, Quebec.
18. Ken Dryden
Career
- Played for : Montreal Canadiens
- NHL Draft : 14th overall, 1964, Boston Bruins
- Playing career : 1970–1979
Ken Dryden is a Canadian politician who served as Minister of Social Development in the Paul Martin government from 2004 to 2006. Dryden was first elected to the House of Commons in the 2004 election, representing the York Centre constituency.
He served as deputy leader of the Liberal Party of Canada from 2003 to 2004. In 2006, Dryden was appointed Minister of Social Development following the resignation of Liza Frulla. He was subsequently defeated in the 2006 election by New Democrat Diane Finley.
Dryden returned to the House of Commons in the 2011 election, winning re-election by a wide margin.
He has since served as the Liberal Party's Deputy Leader and Critic for the Montreal region. Dryden is a member of the Board of Governors for the McGill Institute for Health and Social Policy.
He also serves on the Board of Directors for the Canadian Mental Health Association and the Canadian Cancer Society.
Dryden was born in Toronto in 1954. He holds a Bachelor of Arts degree from the University of Toronto and a Master of Business Administration from the University of Montreal. Dryden is married and has two children.
19. Guy Carbonneau
Center
Career
- Montreal Canadiens
- St. Louis Blues
- Dallas Stars
- NHL Draft: 44th overall, 1979
- Montreal Canadiens
Guy Carbonneau was born in Sept-Îles, Québec in 1960. Carbonneau played professional hockey for 18 seasons, concluding his career with the Montreal Canadiens in 1993.
Carbonneau was a three-time All-Star and won the Stanley Cup with Montreal in 1993. Carbonneau was inducted into the Hockey Hall of Fame in 2019. Carbonneau currently serves as an NBC Sports analyst.
Guy Carbonneau was a rugged centre who played for the Montreal Canadiens, St. Louis Blues, and Dallas Stars in the NHL. He was drafted 44th overall in the 1979 NHL Draft and was a mainstay on the teams he played for.
Carbonneau was known for his gritty play and was a key part of many successful hockey teams. Carbonneau retired in 2000 after playing 18 seasons in the NHL. He is now a commentator for the Canadiens and is an ambassador for the sport.
Carbonneau is a respected figure in the hockey world and is still involved in the game. Carbonneau is a true icon of the sport and is loved by many fans.
He is a respected member of the NHL Hall of Fame and will be dearly missed. Guy Carbonneau was a great player and a true ambassador for the NHL.
Also Played For: dallas stars
20. Cole Caufield
Right winger
Career
- 2015–16: Stevens Point Area High
- 2016–17: Stevens Point Area High
- 2017–18: U.S. National Development Team
- 2018–19: U.S. National Development Team
- 2019–20: University of Wisconsin
- 2020–21: University of Wisconsin
Cole Caufield debuted with the Montreal Canadiens in 2021. Caufield is a left-handed shooter who plays center. He has played in the AHL, ECHL, and NHL. Caufield has had success with the Canadiens, scoring 18 goals and 63 points in 131 games.
He has represented the United States at the World Junior Championships. Caufield is a hard-working player who is looking to improve his game. He is a young player with a lot of potential. Cole Caufield is a talented player who is looking to continue to develop.
Cole Caufield is an exciting player to watch and is expected to be a top player in the future. Cole Caufield was born in Calgary, Alberta, in 2021.
He is a right-handed shot who was drafted by the Montreal Canadiens in the 2019 NHL Draft. Cole Caufield is a right winger who played for the Vancouver Giants of the WHL in 2018-19.
He recorded 38 goals and 61 assists in 68 games. Cole Caufield made his NHL debut with the Canadiens in 2019-20. He recorded 2 goals and 2 assists in 8 games.
Cole Caufield is scheduled to play for the Canadiens in the 2020-21 season. Cole Caufield is a forward who is known for his speed and puck handling. Cole Caufield is a hard-working player who is always looking for the opportunity to score.
Cole Caufield is a promising young player who is only going to improve with continued development. Cole Caufield is a determined player who is always looking to improve his game. Cole Caufield is a talented player who is destined for great things in the future.
Also Played For: nhl under 25
21. Bob Gainey
Career
- NHL Draft : 8th overall, 1973, Montreal Canadiens
- WHA Draft : 7th overall, 1973, Minnesota Fighting Saints
- Playing career : 1973–1989
- Gold medal – first place 1976 Canada Team
- World Championships
- Bronze medal – third place 1982 Finland Team
- Bronze medal – third place 1983 West Germany Team
Bob Gainey was born on December 13, 1953 in Peterborough, Ontario. He played for the Montreal Canadiens for 19 seasons, winning six Stanley Cups. He was inducted into the Hockey Hall of Fame in 1992.
He is also a member of the Canadian Olympic Hall of Fame. He currently resides in Boca Raton, Florida. Bob Gainey was a dominant defenseman in the NHL for over 20 years. He was drafted by the Minnesota Fighting Saints in the 7th round of the 1973 NHL Draft.
He played for the Saints for nine seasons, before being traded to the Montreal Canadiens in 1978. He was a key player on the Canadiens teams that won Stanley Cups in 1986 and 1993. He retired from the NHL in 1989, and later played for the Ottawa Senators and the Dallas Stars.
He was inducted into the Hockey Hall of Fame in 2003. He is currently the general manager of the Anaheim Ducks. He is also a broadcaster for the NHL on TSN. He married his wife, Lori, in 1984.
22. Henri Richard
Career
- Montreal Canadiens
- Playing career: 1955–1975
Henri Richard was a dominant player in the NHL for many years. He was a six-time all-star and won the Stanley Cup twice with the Montreal Canadiens. He was inducted into the Hockey Hall of Fame in 1979.
After his playing career was over, he became a coach and led the Quebec Nordiques to the Stanley Cup in 1996.
Henri Richard passed away in 2010 at the age of 75. Henri Richard was a dominant centre in his NHL career, amassing over 1,000 points.
He was a member of the Montreal Canadiens team that won the Stanley Cup in 1971. Richard also played for the Chicago Blackhawks and the Philadelphia Flyers.
He retired in 1975 after playing for the Canadiens for 17 seasons. Henri Richard was inducted into the Hockey Hall of Fame in 1984.
He passed away on March 6, 2020 at the age of 84. Richard was a respected leader on and off the ice, and he will be missed by all who knew him. He was a beloved husband and father. The Montreal Canadiens organization expressed their condolences on Henri Richard's death.
23. Tomáš Plekanec
Center
Career
- ELH team : Rytíři Kladno
- Former teams : Montreal Canadiens, Toronto Maple Leafs, HC Kometa Brno
- NHL Draft : 71st overall, 2001, Montreal Canadiens
- Playing career : 1998–present
Plekanec is a veteran centre who has played in the NHL for over a decade. He was drafted by the Montreal Canadiens in the second round of the 2000 NHL Entry Draft.
Plekanec has played for the Canadiens, Calgary Flames, and Edmonton Oilers. Plekanec has scored over 100 goals and 200 points in his NHL career. He was named to the NHL All-Star Game in 2009 and 2014.
Plekanec is a two-time recipient of the Ted Lindsay Award, awarded to the NHL's most outstanding player as voted by the members of the National Hockey League Players' Association. Plekanec is married with two children.
He is a member of the Czech Republic national team. Plekanec is a two-time Olympian, winning a silver medal in 2006 and a gold medal in 2010. Plekanec is a two-time All-Star and has won the Stanley Cup with the Montreal Canadiens in 2009.
He was drafted by the Montreal Canadiens in the 71st overall in the 2001 NHL Draft. Plekanec has played for the Rytíři Kladno and Montreal Canadiens in the Czech Republic before coming to the NHL.
Plekanec has scored over 1,000 career points and is a staple on the Montreal Canadiens roster.
He is known for his strong play down low and is a key player on the Canadiens. Plekanec is an unrestricted free agent at the end of the 2016-17 season. Plekanec is married with two children. He is a fan of the Boston Bruins. Plekanec is a native of the Czech Republic.
24. Bernie Geoffrion
Career
- Played for : Montreal Canadiens, New York Rangers
- Playing career : 1950–1968
Bernie Geoffrion was a key player for the Montreal Canadiens during the 1960s. He was inducted into the Hockey Hall of Fame in 1972. Geoffrion died in 2006 at the age of 75.
Bernie Geoffrion was a prolific goal scorer and one of the most feared players in the NHL. He played for the Montreal Canadiens, New York Rangers, and Boston Bruins during his playing career.
Geoffrion was a fast and skilled player who was known for his shot and accuracy. He was a key player on the Canadiens team that won the Stanley Cup in 1971. Geoffrion retired in 1968 after playing 17 seasons in the NHL.
He is currently a broadcaster for the Canadiens. Geoffrion is a member of the Hockey Hall of Fame. He has two children, a daughter and a son, and lives in Montreal. Geoffrion is a major figure in the Canadiens community and has served as a ambassador for the team.
He is a respected member of the hockey community and is often consulted by teams about player development.
25. Howie Morenz
Career
- Played for : Montreal Canadiens, Chicago Black Hawks, New York Rangers
- Playing career : 1923–1937
Howie Morenz is one of the most iconic players in NHL history. He played in nine all-star games and was a member of the Hall of Fame in 1945. Morenz was born in Mitchell, Ontario, and began playing hockey at a very young age.
He played for the Toronto Blueshirts of the National Hockey League (NHL) from 1921 to 1924. After playing for the Blueshirts, Morenz joined the Boston Bruins in 1924. He played for the Bruins until he was traded to the Montreal Canadiens in 1929.
Morenz was a dominant player for the Canadiens. He led the team to the Stanley Cup in 1934, 1935, and 1936.
He also won the Hart Memorial Trophy as the league's most valuable player in 1935 and 1936. In 1937, Morenz was diagnosed with tuberculosis and was forced to retire from the NHL.
He died from the disease three years later. Morenz is considered one of the greatest players in NHL history. He was inducted into the Hockey Hall of Fame in 1945.
Morenz's legacy lives on through his numerous accolades and awards. He is the only player in NHL history to win the Hart Memorial Trophy and the Stanley Cup.
Morenz is also recognized for his charitable work. He donated money to the Canadian Red Cross and the Montreal Children's Hospital. Morenz is celebrated annually in Montreal with a parade and celebration.
26. Elmer Lach
Career
- Played for : Montreal Canadiens
- Playing career : 1940–1954
Elmer Lach was a gifted hockey player who was inducted into the Hockey Hall of Fame in 1966. Lach was a two-time Stanley Cup champion with the Montreal Canadiens in 1944 and 1946.
He also won the Hart Memorial Trophy in 1945 as the Most Valuable Player of the NHL. Lach became one of the most beloved players in Montreal Canadiens history, and is still fondly remembered by fans today.
Lach later spent time coaching and managing in the NHL, and also served as the general manager of the Montreal Canadiens from 1969 to 1971. Lach passed away in 1993 at the age of 80. Elmer Lach was a legendary player in the NHL and was known for his grit and determination.
He was a centre and is best remembered for his time with the Montreal Canadiens. He was a key part of the Canadiens teams that won four Stanley Cups in the 1950s.
Lach was also a key member of the Canadian national team, winning a gold medal at the 1952 Olympics. He retired from playing in 1954, but continued to work in the NHL as a coach and general manager.
Lach was a true hockey legend and will always be remembered for his contributions to the game. He died in 2015 at the age of 97 after a long and successful career in the NHL.
His death was a sad loss for the hockey community and his fans mourned his death deeply. He will be forever remembered as one of the greatest players in NHL history.
27. Dickie Moore
Career
- Played for : NHL, Montreal Canadiens, Toronto Maple Leafs, St. Louis Blues, AHL, Buffalo Bisons
- Playing career : 1951–1968
Dickie Moore was a hockey legend and one of the most influential players in the history of the sport. Moore played for the Montreal Canadiens and was a key part of their dynasty in the 1960s.
Moore was inducted into the Hockey Hall of Fame in 1974 and was a part of the team that won the Stanley Cup in 1967. Moore retired from playing in 1971 but continued to be involved in hockey as a coach and executive.
Moore passed away at the age of 84 after a long and successful career in hockey. Dickie Moore was a left wing for the Montreal Canadiens, Toronto Maple Leafs, and St. Louis Blues in the NHL. Moore was born in Winnipeg, Manitoba in 1931.
Moore played for the Canadiens from 1951 to 1968. Moore was a two-time Stanley Cup champion with the Canadiens in 1954 and 1955. Moore also won a Calder Memorial Trophy as the NHL's best rookie in 1954. Moore was inducted into the Hockey Hall of Fame in 1978.
Moore died in 1998. Moore was a tough and physical player who was known for his scoring ability. Moore was a great ambassador for hockey and was loved by fans everywhere he played.
28. Jacques Lemaire
Career
- Montreal Canadiens
- Montreal Canadiens
- New Jersey Devils
- Minnesota Wild
Jacques Lemaire is a legendary coach in the hockey world and was inducted into the Hockey Hall of Fame in 1984. Lemaire is credited with helping to revive the Montreal Canadiens in the 1980s and 1990s.
Lemaire also coached the Quebec Nordiques and Philadelphia Flyers. Lemaire retired from coaching in 2006. Lemaire currently serves as a hockey commentator for French television. Lemaire is married and has three children.
Jacques Lemaire is a passionate hockey fan and often attends games in person. Lemaire is a respected authority on the game and often contributes to hockey publications.
Lemaire is a respected member of the hockey community and is dedicated to helping young players improve their skills.
Jacques Lemaire was one of the most successful coaches in NHL history, winning three Stanley Cups with the Montreal Canadiens and coaching the Minnesota Wild to their first championship in 2006.
Lemaire was born in 1944 in Montreal, Quebec, and played for the Canadiens from 1967 to 1981.
Lemaire was named the NHL's coach of the year in 1984 and led the Canadiens to their fourth Stanley Cup in 1990.
Lemaire left the Canadiens in 1991 to become the head coach of the New Jersey Devils. Lemaire coached the Devils until 1997, when he was fired after leading the team to the playoffs only once in his four seasons.
Lemaire then became the head coach of the Minnesota Wild, where he led the team to the playoffs in each of his first three seasons. Lemaire was fired by the Wild in December 2011 after a disappointing season.
Lemaire was inducted into the Hockey Hall of Fame in 2015. Lemaire is currently an assistant coach with the Montreal Canadiens.
29. Brendan Gallagher
Right winger
Career
- 2010–11: Vancouver Giants
- 2011–12: Vancouver Giants
- 2012–13: Hamilton Bulldogs
- 2012–13: Montreal Canadiens
- 2013–14: Montreal Canadiens
- 2014–15: Montreal Canadiens
Brendan Gallagher is a 30-year-old Canadian forward who has spent his entire professional career with the Montreal Canadiens. Gallagher was drafted by the Canadiens in the first round of the 2009 NHL Entry Draft.
He has since played in over 500 career games, scoring over 150 goals and 200 assists. Gallagher is a two-time Stanley Cup champion, winning in 2015 with the Canadiens. He also won a gold medal with Canada at the 2016 World Cup of Hockey.
Gallagher is a workhorse forward who is known for his physical play and his ability to score goals. He is a key player on the Canadiens' offense and is a key part of their future. Gallagher is married and has two children.
He is currently a restricted free agent and is expected to be a key player on the Canadiens' roster in the future.
Also Played For: vancouver giants
30. Guy Lapointe
Career
- Montreal Canadiens
- St. Louis Blues
- Boston Bruins
- National team : Canada
Guy Lapointe was born on March 18, 1948 in Montreal, Quebec, Canada. Lapointe played in the NHL for the Philadelphia Flyers and the Detroit Red Wings. He was inducted into the Hockey Hall of Fame in 1993.
Lapointe is currently the Senior Vice President of Hockey Operations for the Montreal Canadiens. Lapointe has two sons, Connor and Max. Lapointe is a long time supporter of the Montreal Canadiens. Lapointe is a hockey fanatic and enjoys playing the game himself.
Lapointe is an accomplished executive and is currently the Senior Vice President of Hockey Operations for the Montreal Canadiens.
Lapointe is a passionate advocate for the sport of hockey and is a valuable member of the hockey community. Guy Lapointe was a defenceman who played for Montreal Canadiens, St.
Louis Blues, and Boston Bruins over a 13-year playing career. Lapointe was one of the most consistent defensemen in NHL history, winning three Stanley Cups with Montreal and one with St. Louis.
He was also a member of Canada's Olympic team in 1980 and 1984. Lapointe retired in 1984 and became a coach with the Canadiens.
He was named the head coach of the Quebec Remparts in 1992 and led them to the Quebec Major Junior Hockey League championship in 1994.
Lapointe was inducted into the Hockey Hall of Fame in 1996. He is currently the head coach of the Montreal Canadiens' AHL affiliate, the Hamilton Bulldogs.
31. Toe Blake
Career
- Played for : Montreal Maroons, Montreal Canadiens
- Playing career : 1934–1951
Blake was one of the most accomplished players in the history of hockey. He was a member of the Hockey Hall of Fame and was a key member of the Toronto Maple Leafs during their years as a champion team.
Blake played in the NHL for over 20 years and was a part of some of the most successful teams in league history.
Blake was a versatile player who was able to play both forward and defense. Blake was known for his tough play and was a feared opponent on the ice.
Blake was a leader on and off the ice and was a mentor to many young players in the hockey world.
Blake retired from hockey in the late 1960s, but continued to play in minor leagues until his death in 1995. Blake was a popular figure in the hockey community and was known for his graciousness and generosity.
Blake was a true Canadian icon and will always be remembered for his contribution to the sport of hockey.
32. Steve Shutt
Career
- Played for : Montreal Canadiens, Los Angeles Kings
- NHL Draft : 4th overall, 1972, Montreal Canadiens
- Playing career : 1972–1985
Steve Shutt was inducted into the Hockey Hall of Fame in 1993. Shutt played for the Toronto Maple Leafs, Calgary Flames, and Quebec Nordiques over his 20-year NHL career.
Shutt was part of the Flames team that won the Stanley Cup in 1989. Shutt also won a gold medal with Canada at the 1984 Winter Olympics. Shutt retired from professional hockey in 1993.
Shutt currently resides in Ontario. Shutt is a coach and teacher. Shutt is also the owner of a hockey school. Shutt is widely considered to be one of the best defensemen in NHL history.
Shutt was a left wing for the Montreal Canadiens, the Los Angeles Kings, and the Pittsburgh Penguins in his career. Shutt was drafted by the Montreal Canadiens in the fourth round of the 1972 NHL Draft.
Shutt played his entire career with the Montreal Canadiens, where he won three Stanley Cups. Shutt retired from the NHL in 1985. Shutt is a member of the Montreal Canadiens Hall of Fame. Shutt was born on April 7, 1954 in Sarnia, Ontario.
Shutt is married and has two children. Shutt is of Italian descent. Shutt died on December 7, 2010 in Mississauga, Ontario.
33. Nick Suzuki
Center
Career
- 2015–16: Owen Sound Attack
- 2016–17: Owen Sound Attack
- 2017–18: Owen Sound Attack
- 2017–18: Chicago Wolves
- 2018–19: Owen Sound Attack
- 2018–19: Guelph Storm
- 2019–20: Montreal Canadiens
- 2020–21: Montreal Canadiens
- 2021–22: Montreal Canadiens
Nick Suzuki was born in London, Ontario on August 10, 1999. Suzuki was drafted by the Montreal Canadiens in the 2nd round, 36th overall, in the 2019 NHL Entry Draft.
Suzuki has played in the NHL for the Canadiens and the Vancouver Canucks. Suzuki has represented Canada at the World Junior Championships and the World Cup of Hockey.
Suzuki is a two-time Calder Memorial Trophy nominee and a finalist for the 2019 Hart Memorial Trophy. Suzuki is a strong two-way player who is known for his speed, poise, and playmaking abilities.
Suzuki is a key player on the Canadiens' second line and is expected to be a key part of the team's future. Suzuki is a member of the Professional Hockey Writers Association (PHWA) and the Canadian Hockey League (CHL) Leadership Council.
In 2019, Suzuki was named the Montreal Canadiens' Rookie of the Year.
Also Played For: owen sound attack
34. Alex Belzile
Center
Career
- NHL team : Montreal Canadiens
- Playing career : 2012–present
Alex Belzile is a 31-year-old Canadian professional ice hockey right winger. He has played in the National Hockey League (NHL) for the Montreal Canadiens and the Laval Rocket.
He was drafted by the Montreal Canadiens in the first round, 30th overall, in the 2010 NHL Entry Draft. He has also played for the Hamilton Bulldogs, the Hamilton Bulldogs of the American Hockey League (AHL), and the Laval Rocket of the AHL.
He has scored 12 goals and 17 assists for 31 points in 82 games played in the NHL. He has also scored 36 goals and 60 assists for 96 points in 212 games played in the AHL, and 10 goals and 16 assists for 26 points in 46 games played in the NHL.
He was named the AHL's Second All-Star Team and the AHL's Third Star of the Year in 2017. He was named the Canadiens' nominee for the Bill Masterton Memorial Trophy in 2018. He was born in Rivière-du-Loup, Quebec, Canada.
35. Andrei Markov
Defenseman
Career
- National team: Russia
- NHL Draft: 162nd overall, 1998
- Montreal Canadiens
Andrei Markov is a veteran defenceman who has played in the NHL for 16 seasons.
He has won a Stanley Cup with the Montreal Canadiens in 2003. Andrei Markov is known for his strong skating and puck-moving ability.
He is a key member of the Montreal Canadiens defence and is often relied upon to quarterback the team's defensive play. Andrei Markov has also played for the Ottawa Senators, Nashville Predators, and the Kontinental Hockey League's CSKA Moscow.
Andrei Markov has represented Russia in international competition on several occasions and is a two-time Olympic gold medalist. Andrei Markov will turn 45 in December 2018 and is likely to retire at the end of the season. Andrei Markov currently resides in Montreal, Quebec.
Andrei Markov is a Russian defenseman who has played for numerous teams in the NHL, most notably the Montreal Canadiens. He is a two-time Stanley Cup champion and a nine-time All-Star.
He was named to the NHL Second All-Star Team in 2007. Andrei Markov has been a member of the Russian National Team since 1998.
He was inducted into the Russian Hockey Hall of Fame in 2013. Andrei Markov retired from the NHL in 2020. Andrei Markov is a two-time Olympian and a three-time World Champion. He was born in Tver, Russia, on December 7, 1975. Andrei Markov is married and has two children.
Also Played For: 2012–13 nhl season
36. Aurèle Joliat
Career
- Played for : Montreal Canadiens
- Playing career : 1922–1938
Aurèle Joliat was a Hall of Fame hockey player and one of the most celebrated players in the history of the game. Joliat scored over 1,000 goals in his career, which is a record that still stands.
He was a member of the Ottawa Senators team that won the Stanley Cup in 1927. Joliat also won a gold medal with the Canada national team at the 1936 Winter Olympics. Joliat was inducted into the Hockey Hall of Fame in 1947.
He retired from playing hockey in 1939, but continued to work in the hockey industry until his death in 1986. Joliat was a popular figure in Ottawa, where he lived until his death. Joliat is remembered as one of the greatest players in NHL history.
Aurèle Joliat was a left winger who played for the Montreal Canadiens from 1922 to 1938. Joliat was a powerful skater and a good passer.
He was a key member of the Canadiens dynasty of the 1930s. Joliat was a two-time Stanley Cup champion. He was also a member of the Canadian National Team.
Joliat was inducted into the Hockey Hall of Fame in 1961. Joliat died in 1978 at the age of 72. He was a pioneer in the use of the forward pass. Joliat is considered one of the greatest players in Montreal Canadiens history.
37. Mats Näslund
Career
- Played for : Timrå IK, Brynäs IF, Montreal Canadiens, HC Lugano, Malmö IF, Boston Bruins
- NHL Draft : 37th overall, 1979, Montreal Canadiens
- Playing career : 1975–1995
Mats Näslund was born in 1959 in Timrå, Sweden. He started his career with AIK in 1978, and played there until 1990. He then played for HV71 until he retired in 2006.
He has represented Sweden at international level, and has won a silver medal at the 1988 Winter Olympics, a gold medal at the 1994 Winter Olympics, and a bronze medal at the 2002 Winter Olympics.
He is currently the head coach of HV71. Näslund has also been a commentator for the Swedish television network TV4. He is married to Mona and they have two children. Mats Näslund is a left winger, and is known for his speed and shooting ability.
He is the all-time leading scorer for Sweden, with 187 goals in internationals. Mats Näslund was a talented and successful hockey player who played for a number of teams in Sweden and North America. He was drafted by the Montreal Canadiens in the 37th round of the 1979 NHL Draft.
After playing for Brynäs IF, Montreal Canadiens, HC Lugano, and Malmö IF, he retired from professional hockey in 1995. Mats Näslund was a two-time Stanley Cup champion with the Montreal Canadiens in 1986 and 1987.
He also won a gold medal with Sweden at the 1988 Winter Olympics. Mats Näslund is currently a hockey commentator for TV4 in Sweden.
He was inducted into the Swedish Hockey Hall of Fame in 2007. Mats Näslund was born on October 14, 1954, in Gävle, Sweden.
38. Patrice Brisebois
Career
- Played for : Montreal Canadiens, Colorado Avalanche, EHC Kloten
- NHL Draft : 2nd round, 30th overall, 1989, Montreal Canadiens
- Playing career : 1991–2009
Patrice Brisebois is a retired professional ice hockey player who played his entire career with the Montreal Canadiens.
He played in the NHL for 17 seasons, and was a key part of the Canadiens' Stanley Cup-winning teams in 1993 and 1996.
He also played for the Ottawa Senators, Detroit Red Wings, and Atlanta Thrashers.
Brisebois was awarded the Lady Byng Memorial Trophy as the league's most gentlemanly player in 2001. He announced his retirement from the NHL in 2006. Brisebois was born in Montreal, Quebec, and has dual Canadian and French citizenship.
He currently works as an analyst for the TV network RDS. He is married to Julie Brisebois, and they have two children. Brisebois has also been involved in charity work, and has helped support various causes throughout his career.
39. Cayden Primeau
Goaltender
Career
- NHL team (P) : Montreal Canadiens
- Cur. team : Laval Rocket (AHL)
- NHL Draft : 199th overall, 2017, Montreal Canadiens
- Playing career : 2019–present
Primeau is a defenseman for Northeastern University in the NCAA. He was drafted in the 2nd round, 53rd overall, by the Boston Bruins in the 2018 NHL Entry Draft.
Primeau is a versatile defender who can play both on the offense and on the defense. He has a good offensive IQ and is able to make good passes. Primeau is known for his Physicality and toughness.
He is not afraid to hit and fight for the puck. Primeau is a hard worker who is always trying to improve his game. He is a leader on the team and is always setting the example for his teammates. Primeau is a passionate player who loves to play the game.
He is a dedicated athlete and is always looking for ways to improve his game. Primeau is a long-term player who is looking to establish himself in the NHL.
He is a good role model for young players and has a lot of potential to be a great player. Primeau is a valuable member of the team and is a key player on the defense.
He is a good team player and always works hard for the team. Primeau has a lot of potential and is still developing his game. He has the potential to be a great player in the NHL.
Primeau is a talented player who has a lot of potential to be a great player in the NHL. He is a good role model for young players and has a lot of potential to be a great player.
40. Claude Provost
Career
- Played for : Montreal Canadiens
- Playing career : 1955–1970
Claude Provost played for the Montreal Canadiens from 1960 to 1964. He was a member of the Canadiens' Stanley Cup-winning teams of 1961 and 1962. He also played for the St.
Louis Blues and Philadelphia Flyers in the NHL. Claude Provost was inducted into the Hockey Hall of Fame in 1979. He died of a heart attack in 1984 at the age of 50. Claude Provost was a prolific scorer in the NHL, amassing over 500 points in his career.
He was a member of the Montreal Canadiens for ten seasons, winning five Stanley Cups. He was also a member of the Quebec Nordiques and the Chicago Black Hawks. He was inducted into the Hockey Hall of Fame in 1982. He passed away in 1990.
41. Joel Armia
Right winger
Career
- NHL team : Montreal Canadiens
- Former teams : Pori Ässät, Buffalo Sabres, Winnipeg Jets
- NHL Draft : 16th overall, 2011, Buffalo Sabres
- Playing career : 2010–present
Joel Armia was drafted by the Montreal Canadiens in the 7th round of the 2011 NHL Entry Draft. Armia has played in the NHL for the Canadiens and the Minnesota Wild.
In 2021, Armia was signed to a two-year contract with the Canadiens. Armia has scored 34 goals and 83 points in 287 NHL games. Armia is a skilled right wing who is known for his strong shot and speed.
Armia is a hard worker who is always looking for ways to improve his game. Armia is a popular player among his teammates and is known for his positive attitude. Armia is a passionate player who loves to play the game.
Armia is a talented player who is always looking to contribute to his team. Joel Armia is a talented forward who has made a name for himself in the NHL.
He has spent the past four seasons with the Buffalo Sabres, and has been a valuable contributor on the team.
Armia is a right-handed shot, and his offensive skills have made him a key player for the Sabres. Armia has also been a key player for Finland at the international level.
He has represented his country at both the World Championships and the World Junior Championships and has been a key contributor on both teams.
Armia is a versatile player, who is capable of playing both on the wing and at center. He is a force on the ice, and is a key part of the Sabres' offense.
Armia is a hard worker, and is always looking for ways to improve his game. He is a valuable member of the Sabres' roster, and will be an important player in the future.
Armia has a good attitude, and is always willing to help his teammates. He is a team player, and is a valuable asset to the Sabres.
Armia is a restricted free agent this offseason, and the Sabres will need to decide whether to offer him a new contract. If he is not offered a contract, he will likely enter the free agent market and seek a new team.
Armia is a skilled player, and he has the potential to be a top-tier forward in the NHL. He is a valuable member of the Sabres' roster, and will be an important player in the future.
42. Pete Mahovlich
Career
- Played for : Detroit Red Wings, Montreal Canadiens, Pittsburgh Penguins
- NHL Draft : 2nd overall, 1963, Detroit Red Wings
- laying career : 1965–1982
Mahovlich was born in 1946 in Timmins, Ontario. Mahovlich was a highly successful hockey player, winning numerous championships with the Toronto Maple Leafs.
Mahovlich retired from hockey in 1980, but continues to be a figure in the sport. He is also a television commentator and a business consultant. Mahovlich has been married three times and has three children.
Mahovlich is a highly philanthropic individual, donating millions of dollars to charity. Mahovlich is currently retired and living in Ontario. Mahovlich is a highly respected figure in the hockey community, and is widely considered one of the greatest players of all time.
Mahovlich is a highly popular figure in Canada, and is frequently invited to speak at events and participate in charity events. Mahovlich is a highly accomplished individual, and is highly respected by his peers.
43. J. C. Tremblay
Career
- Played for : Montreal Canadiens (NHL), Quebec Nordiques (WHA)
- Playing career : 1958–1979
J. C. Tremblay was a skilled player with the Montreal Canadiens in the 1960s. Tremblay was killed in a car accident in 1994. Tremblay was a good player who helped the Canadiens win several Stanley Cups.
Tremblay was a popular player with his teammates and fans. Tremblay will be remembered for his skill and contributions to the Montreal Canadiens. J. C. Tremblay was one of the most successful defenceman in Canadiens history.
He played on four Stanley Cup teams and is fifth all-time in team scoring. Tremblay was born in Quebec, Canada and played his junior hockey with the Quebec Remparts. He was drafted by the Montreal Canadiens in the fifth round of the 1958 NHL Entry Draft.
Tremblay made his NHL debut with the Canadiens in the 1959-60 season. He became a regular in the Canadiens lineup in the 1960-61 season and played until the 1979-80 season.
Tremblay was a two-time NHL All-Star and was awarded the James Norris Memorial Trophy as the NHL's best defenceman in 1969-70 and 1970-71.
He was also awarded the Lady Byng Memorial Trophy in 1970-71. Tremblay was a member of the Canadiens' Stanley Cup-winning teams in 1971-72, 1973-74 and 1976-77.
He also played in the Quebec Nordiques' Stanley Cup-winning team in 1983-84. Tremblay was inducted into the Hockey Hall of Fame in 1984. Tremblay retired from the NHL in 1979 and played one season with the Nordiques.
He then returned to the Canadiens as a coach. He was the head coach of the Canadiens' AHL affiliate, the Hamilton Bulldogs, from 1990 to 1992. Tremblay was diagnosed with multiple myeloma in 1992 and died from the disease in 1999 at the age of 60.
44. Carey Price
Goaltender
Career
- NHL team : Montreal Canadiens
- NHL Draft : 5th overall, 2005, Montreal Canadiens
- Playing career : 2007–present
Carey Price is a Canadiens goalie, and he is considered to be one of the best in the NHL. Price has won numerous awards, including the Hart and Vezina trophies.
Price has played for the Canadiens for 10 seasons, and he is one of their all-time greats. Price has played in over 1000 games, and he has recorded over 550 wins.
Price has led the Canadiens to the playoffs several times, and he has even won a Stanley Cup. Price is a very dedicated athlete, and he spends a lot of time in the gym to stay in shape.
Price is married to Pippa Middleton, and the couple has two children. Price is a very humble person, and he never takes his success for granted. Price is a very popular figure in Montreal, and he is loved by fans everywhere.
Carey Price is a goaltender for the Montreal Canadiens in the NHL. He was drafted in the fifth round of the 2005 NHL Draft. Price has played for the Canadiens for six seasons, and has been a part of the team's Stanley Cup-winning team in 2011.
He has also won the Jennings Trophy, which is given to the best goaltender in the NHL. Price has a career record of 205-147-40, with a .918 save percentage. He is a two-time Vezina Trophy nominee, and has been named to the All-Star Team twice. Price is married with two children.
Price is a Canadian citizen, and was born in Sherbrooke, Quebec. Carey Price is considered one of the best goaltenders in the NHL, and is a key part of the Montreal Canadiens' success.
45. Georges Vézina
Career
- Played for : Montreal Canadiens
- Playing career : 1910–1925
Georges Vézina was a prolific scorer in both the National Hockey Association and the National Hockey League. He was inducted into the Hockey Hall of Fame in 1945.
He died in 1926 at the age of 39. Georges Vézina was a goaltender for the Montreal Canadiens from 1910 until 1925. During that time, he was a three-time Stanley Cup champion and a Vezina Trophy winner.
Vézina was one of the most dominant goaltenders of his era. He was known for his quick reflexes and his ability to make spectacular saves. Vézina also had a strong defensive game, which helped him stay in the game even when his teammates were struggling.
Vézina is considered one of the greatest goaltenders of all time, and he is still considered one of the best in Montreal Canadiens history. Georges Vézina passed away in 1965 at the age of 85. He is remembered as one of the greatest goaltenders in NHL history.
46. Joel Edmundson
Defenseman
Career
- NHL team : Montreal Canadiens
- Former teams : St. Louis Blues, Carolina Hurricanes
- NHL Draft : 46th overall, 2011, St. Louis Blues
- Playing career : 2013–present
Joel Edmundson is a defenceman for the St. Louis Blues. He was drafted by the Blues in the third round of the 2011 NHL Entry Draft. Edmundson played major junior hockey with the Portland Winterhawks.
He made his NHL debut with the Blues in 2013. Edmundson has played in over 200 NHL games. Edmundson won the Stanley Cup with the Boston Bruins in 2017. Edmundson is a two-time NHL All-Star. Edmundson is married to Katelyn Heffernan.
Edmundson is a Canadian citizen. Joel Edmundson is a left-handed defenseman who has played for the Montreal Canadiens, St. Louis Blues, Carolina Hurricanes and Canada in the NHL. Edmundson was drafted 46th overall by the St. Louis Blues in the 2011 NHL Draft.
Edmundson has played 137 NHL games and registered 25 points. Edmundson was traded to the Carolina Hurricanes in the offseason of 2017.
Edmundson is in his fourth season with the Hurricanes. Edmundson has been an important contributor for the Hurricanes, playing in all 82 games in 2018-19.
Edmundson is an excellent skater with good mobility and a good first pass. Edmundson is known for his tough play, hitting and body checking. Edmundson is a long-term player with a lot of upside.
47. Newsy Lalonde
Career
- Played for : Montreal Canadiens, Renfrew Creamery Kings, Vancouver Millionaires, Saskatoon Sheiks, New York Americans
- Playing career : 1904–1927
Newsy Lalonde was one of the most decorated athletes in Canadian history, winning multiple medals at the Olympic and World Championships.
Lalonde was a forward who played for the Vancouver Lacrosse Club, Montreal Canadiens, and Boston Bruins.
He was inducted into the Hockey Hall of Fame in 1950. Lalonde passed away in 1970.
Lalonde was a right-handed shooter who played in the NHL for Montreal, Vancouver, Saskatoon, and New York. Lalonde was a big player, standing 5'9" and weighing 168 pounds.
Lalonde was a centre and was known for his physical play. Lalonde played on five Stanley Cup-winning teams and was a key player on all of them. Lalonde retired in 1927 after having played in over 1000 games. Lalonde was inducted into the Hockey Hall of Fame in 1945.
Lalonde is remembered as one of the great forwards in NHL history.
48. Mike Hoffman
Center
Career
- NHL team: Montreal Canadiens
- Former teams: Ottawa Senators
- Florida Panthers
- St. Louis Blues
- NHL Draft: 130th overall, 2009
- Ottawa Senators
Hoffman was drafted by the Ottawa Senators in the third round of the 2007 NHL Entry Draft. Hoffman scored his first NHL goal on October 5, 2010 against the Edmonton Oilers.
Hoffman was traded to the San Jose Sharks in February 2017. Hoffman re-signed with the Senators in July 2017. Hoffman has represented Canada internationally at the World Championships and the Olympics.
Hoffman has a wife and two young children. Hoffman is a hard worker who is always looking to improve his game.
Hoffman is a natural goal scorer who is always looking to put the puck in the net. Hoffman is a popular player with the Senators fan base.
Hoffman was drafted by the Ottawa Senators in the 2009 NHL Draft. Hoffman has played for the Montreal Canadiens, Ottawa Senators, Florida Panthers, and St.
Louis Blues in his career. Hoffman has scored over 100 points in the NHL and has been a consistent scorer for his teams.
Hoffman has also received numerous awards and accolades throughout his career, including the Stanley Cup in 2013 with the Ottawa Senators.
Hoffman is a versatile player who can play both forward and defense. Hoffman is a hard worker who is always looking to improve his game. Hoffman is a character player who is always willing to give back to the community.
Hoffman is a popular player with the fans, and is known for his fun and outgoing personality. Hoffman is an all-around talented player who is sure to have a successful career in the NHL.
Also Played For: ottawa senators, 2019–20 nhl season
49. Jake Evans
Center
Career
- NHL team : Montreal Canadiens
- NHL Draft : 207th overall, 2014, Montreal Canadiens
- Playing career : 2018–present
Jake Evans was drafted by the Montreal Canadiens in the second round, 48th overall, of the 2016 NHL Entry Draft. Evans played college hockey at the University of Notre Dame.
Evans made his NHL debut with the Canadiens in the 2017–18 season. Evans played in all 82 games for Montreal in the 2018–19 season and scored nine goals and added eleven assists.
Evans was traded to the Columbus Blue Jackets in the 2019–20 season. Evans scored three goals and added six assists in 20 games for the Blue Jackets in the 2019–20 season. Evans was traded to the Dallas Stars in the 2020–21 season.
Evans played in all 82 games for Dallas in the 2020–21 season and scored eight goals and added fourteen assists. Evans was traded to the Calgary Flames in the 2021–22 season. Jake Evans was drafted by the Montreal Canadiens in the 207th overall pick of the 2014 NHL Draft.
Evans has played for the Hamilton Bulldogs and the Florida Panthers in the NHL. Evans is a centre who shoots right.
Evans has had a successful playing career so far and is currently with the Montreal Canadiens. Evans is a player with a lot of skill, who is very determined.
Evans is known for his hard work and determination on the ice. Evans is a player who is always looking to improve his game. Evans is a hard worker who is always looking to help his team win. Evans is a player who is ready to take on any challenge that comes his way.
50. Chris Nilan
Winger
Career
- 1975–76: Northwood School
- 1976–77: Northeastern University
- 1977–78: Northeastern University
- 1977–78: Tri-Valley Squares
- 1978–79: Northeastern University
- 1979–80: Nova Scotia Voyageurs
- 1979–80: Montreal Canadiens
Chris Nilan was born on February 9, 1958 in Boston, Massachusetts. Nilan played his entire professional career with the Boston Bruins. Nilan is most famous for his years with the Bruins, where he was a key player on the team's Stanley Cup-winning teams in 1980 and 1984.
Nilan also played for the Philadelphia Flyers and Vancouver Canucks during his career. Nilan retired from professional hockey in 1996.
Nilan later became a hockey commentator for NBC and CBC. Nilan is also a philanthropist and has donated money to various charities. Nilan currently resides in Boston, Massachusetts.
Nilan is married and has two children. Chris Nilan was drafted by the Montreal Canadiens in the 1978 NHL Draft.
Nilan played for the Canadiens, Rangers, Bruins, and the United States National Team. Nilan was a reliable offensive player who was known for his strong skating and puck-handling. Nilan retired from professional hockey in 1992.
Nilan is currently a hockey analyst for the Montreal Canadiens. Nilan is a three-time Stanley Cup champion and is one of the most decorated players in Canadiens history. Nilan is a member of the Hockey Hall of Fame. Nilan currently resides in Montreal, Quebec.
Also Played For: massachusetts hockey
51. Vincent Damphousse
Career
- Played for : Toronto Maple Leafs, Edmonton Oilers, Montreal Canadiens, San Jose Sharks
- NHL Draft : 6th overall, 1986, Toronto Maple Leafs
- Playing career : 1986–2004
Vincent Damphousse is a Canadian professional ice hockey player who is best known for his time spent with the Montreal Canadiens and Dallas Stars in the National Hockey League.
Damphousse is also a veteran of the Quebec Major Junior Hockey League (QMJHL) and international hockey. Damphousse was drafted by the Canadiens in the first round, tenth overall, of the 1988 NHL Entry Draft.
He made his NHL debut with the Canadiens in the 1990–91 season and has played for the team ever since.
Damphousse has also played for the Stars and the Atlanta Thrashers. Damphousse has been a regular member of the Canadiens' starting lineup for most of his career and has won three Stanley Cup championships with the team.
He was also a member of the Canada men's national ice hockey team at the 2002 Winter Olympics and the 2004 Winter Olympics. Damphousse was awarded the James C.
Hendry Memorial Award as the QMJHL's most valuable player in 1995–96 and the Frank J. Selke Trophy as the NHL's best defensive player in 1998–99. Damphousse was inducted into the Montreal Canadiens Hall of Fame in 2006 and the Stars' Hall of Fame in 2009.
Damphousse was born in Montreal, Quebec, Canada. He has two children, Vincent and Amélie. Damphousse is a businessman and investor.
He has served as the chairman of the board of directors for the Montreal Canadiens Alumni Association and the chairman of the board of governors for the CHL's Quebec Major Junior Hockey League.
Damphousse is a spokesperson for the NHL's "Hockey is for Everyone" campaign. Damphousse is a francophone and is fluent in both English and French.
Final Words
The Montreal Canadiens are one of the most storied franchises in the National Hockey League, boasting an incredible list of Hall of Famers. Some of the best players to ever put on a Canadiens uniform include Rocket Richard, Maurice Richard, Jean Beliveau, Guy Lafleur, and Patrick Roy.
The Canadiens are perennial playoff contenders, and their fan base is among the most passionate in the NHL.
