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NFB Film Gives an Early Look at the Quebec Nordiques
NFB Film Gives an Early Look at the Quebec Nordiques
yathehabsrule.com — I came across another interesting short feature from the National Film Board of Canada. Pierre Letarte's "Just Another Job" looks at the Quebec Nordiques during the team's first season in the WHA. The story centers on defenceman Jacques Bain who looks to seek a position on the squad. Much to his ... (more) NFB Film Gives an Early Look at the Quebec Nordiques
Not exactly Canada-Russia '72 but Worth a Look
Not exactly Canada-Russia '72 but Worth a Look
yathehabsrule.com — The '72 Summit Series, the '76 and '87 Canada Cups, UBC vs. China.... Huh? Well back in 1974, the University of British Columbia Thunderbirds paid a visit to the Far East to play a series of demonstration games against a group of Chinese players. The experience was documented in Les Roses ... (more) Not exactly Canada-Russia '72 but Worth a Look
Gionta adds to Canadiens injury problems
Gionta adds to Canadiens injury problems
yathehabsrule.com — Brian Gionta (seen here Oct 1) could be out up to five weeks – Reuters photo If it wasn’t bad enough that the Montreal Canadiens (10-11-0) continue their season without all-star defenceman Andrei Markov, Wednesday’s news got no better. It was announced by the team that forward Brian ... (more) Gionta adds to Canadiens injury problems
A conversation with L’Artiste of the Montreal Canadiens
A conversation with L’Artiste of the Montreal Canadiens
yathehabsrule.com — Marc-André Fortier (right of statue) unveils his bronze tribute to HOFer Guy Lafleur (left of statue) at the Canadiens Centennial Plaza opening Dec 4, 2008 “L’Artiste”, Alex Kovalev may be gone from the Bell Centre, but the work of the true artist of the Canadiens, Marc-André J Fortier ... (more) A conversation with L’Artiste of the Montreal Canadiens
The Canadiens at The First Quarter Mark: Call 911 !!
The Canadiens at The First Quarter Mark: Call 911 !!
yathehabsrule.com — Is it just a coincidence that the Montreal Canadiens record at the quarter season mark is 9-11? I don't think so. Saturday night's embarassing loss to the Nashville Predators put an exclamation point on the start to the Habs 2009-10 season. Playing one of the worst offences in the NHL, ... (more) The Canadiens at The First Quarter Mark: Call 911 !!
Canadiens enter Music City: Enjoy the Hot Dogs Gui!
Canadiens enter Music City: Enjoy the Hot Dogs Gui!
yathehabsrule.com — Coach Jacques Martin has finally had enough of Guillaume Latendresse's woeful start to the 2009-10 season. The Canadiens second-round pick in 2005 will view Saturday's game against Nashville, from the press box, as a healthy scratch. The 22-year-old winger has just two goals and an assist ... (more) Canadiens enter Music City: Enjoy the Hot Dogs Gui!
A Hockey Blogger Remembers
A Hockey Blogger Remembers
yathehabsrule.com — Johnny Bower reads “In Flanders Fields” during the Remembrance Day ceremony before the Leaf-Wild game, Nov 10, 2009. November 11th is always an important day for me and my family. No matter where I am, be it at work or on the road, I always stop to remember on the 11th minute of the ... (more) A Hockey Blogger Remembers
Kiprusoff Blanks the Canadiens 1-0
Kiprusoff Blanks the Canadiens 1-0
yathehabsrule.com — It’s bad enough that the Montreal Canadiens offence is struggling, but when a former all-star goalie brings his  A-game, you know it could be a long night. Miikka Kiprusoff had a 25-save effort, earning his 200th career win, to lead his Calgary Flames to a 1-0 at the Bell Centre. The ... (more) Kiprusoff Blanks the Canadiens 1-0
In Case You Missed It: Habs News and Blogger Views for November 9
In Case You Missed It: Habs News and Blogger Views for November 9
yathehabsrule.com — The HHOF class of 2009 get their rings – Sun Media photo It’s Hall of Fame Induction night so I’ll be planted in front of my TV, wrapped in a blanket while fighting off a bug. Congratulations to all five inductees, Brett Hull, Lou Lamoriello, Brian Leetch, Luc Robitaille and Steve ... (more) In Case You Missed It: Habs News and Blogger Views for ...
When Player Agents Cross a Line….
When Player Agents Cross a Line….
yathehabsrule.com — Well I’m sure you’ve all read or heard about the story about a certain player agent’s online escapades Saturday night on Twitter. I’m choosing to keep the individual’s name out of this post as I don’t want to give him one extra hit on Google Search . It’s pretty much been picked up by every ... (more) When Player Agents Cross a Line….
Habs Fan Makes a Vintage 1930’s Find
Habs Fan Makes a Vintage 1930’s Find
yathehabsrule.com — A Canadiens fan’s family member unearths a great piece of history. A team photo of the 1936-37 Montreal Canadiens. Bottom row (from l to r): Armand Mondou, Paul Haynes, Georges Mantha, Joffre Desilets, Pt Lépine, Wilf Cude, Johnny Gagnon, Howie Morenz, Aurèle Joliat, Paul ... (more) Habs Fan Makes a Vintage 1930’s Find
Niittymaki and Tanguay lead Lightning to 3-1 Win Over Habs
Niittymaki and Tanguay lead Lightning to 3-1 Win Over Habs
yathehabsrule.com —   Antero Niitymaki made 36 saves, against a team he had struggled with is his career, leading the Tampa Bay Lightning defeated the Montreal Canadiens (8-9-0). Ryan Malone, Vincent Lecavalier and former Canadien Alex Tanguay each had two-point night for the Lightning. Malone put Tampa ... (more) Niittymaki and Tanguay lead Lightning to 3-1 Win Over Habs
Canadiens Hope to Silence Tampa’s Thunder
Canadiens Hope to Silence Tampa’s Thunder
yathehabsrule.com — Vincent Lecavalier, Alex Tanguay and Matthias Ohlund hope to get a “charge” to to their season when the face the Canadiens on Saturday. – photo: Getty Images The Tampa Bay Lightning (5-4-5) will be looking to make some noise when they face the Montreal Canadiens (8-8-0) Saturday night at ... (more) Canadiens Hope to Silence Tampa’s Thunder
Price denied shutout as Habs beat Bruins in a shootout
Price denied shutout as Habs beat Bruins in a shootout
feedproxy.google.com — Carey Price gets his first win in over a month – Canadian Press photo Well it only took ten games, but the Canadiens finally beat the Bruins. The Canadiens infirmary is full of injured defensemen and the Bruins’ forwards are the walking wounded in Boston. So we can safely say it was an ... (more) Price denied shutout as Habs beat Bruins in a shootout
Struggling rivals meet for first time this season
Struggling rivals meet for first time this season
yathehabsrule.com — Last season the Boston Bruins steamrolled past the Montreal Canadiens in the regular season, and in the playoffs. That was a different team that the black and gold faced last year. In 2009-10, many new of the Bruins opponents are on other teams and new faces have taken their place. For ... (more) Struggling rivals meet for first time this season
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Golly Gee Willikers! It’s Howie Meeker’s Birthday!
Golly Gee Willikers! It’s Howie Meeker’s Birthday!
yathehabsrule.com — Howie Meeker is maybe best known to fans of my generation as the colorful analyst from Hockey Night in Canada. Now, stop it right there!, as he would say, because there is so much more to this legend. Born in Kitchener, ON in 1923, Meeker quickly rose as a prominent junior hockey star, in ... (more) Golly Gee Willikers! It’s Howie Meeker’s Birthday!
November will set the tone for the Canadiens
November will set the tone for the Canadiens
feedproxy.google.com — Mike Cammalleri is featured on the Canadiens’ online calendar, available here . The Montreal Canadiens managed to squeak out of October with a 7-7 record. Granted the team was without Andrei Markov for the month less a portion of their first game, but let’s look at a few ... (more) November will set the tone for the Canadiens
Canadiens Halloween Birthday Greetings
Canadiens Halloween Birthday Greetings
yathehabsrule.com — October 31 is not just a night for trick-or-treaters, but also a birthday for a few Habs player both past and present. A Happy 50th Birthday to former Canadiens great Mats Naslund . The cup-winning winger, dubbed “The Little Viking”, ranks 11th in career points with 612 in 617 regular ... (more) Canadiens Halloween Birthday Greetings
Blackhawks edge sleeping Canadiens 3-2
Blackhawks edge sleeping Canadiens 3-2
yathehabsrule.com —   Chicago celebrates Kris Vesteeg’s goal Friday night – Getty Images Despite a strong effort by Carey Price, the Chicago Blackhawks kept coming at the Montreal Canadiens goaltender, firing 36 shots and skating away with a 3-2 win Friday night. It was Price’s first start in six games, ... (more) Blackhawks edge sleeping Canadiens 3-2
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