Some would say that the Montreal Canadiens are the best team ever.
Not just because they, themselves are a die hard Habs Fan, but because the Canadiens have 24 Stanley Cups under thier belts.
The franchise was founded on December 4, 1909, back then the Cup was still young, but now that the Cup has alot more under its bowl, 24 Canadiens teams can be found deep with in the rings
Their first win was in 1916, and their last in 1993. Henri Richard takes claim for being the winningest player for when it comes to which Canadien has his name on the Cup the most. He also takes claim for being the player to win the most Stanley Cups in NHL history. Henri Richard won the Cup an amazing 11 times.
Being led by some of the most memorable coaches the NHL has ever had, Toe Blake, Scotty Bowman and Dick Irvine Sr. that alone is explanation enough to why they have done so well.
They also hold the record for the most consequetive Championship wins at 5, during the 1956-1960 dynasty years. Lead with players like; Maurice Richard, Henri Richard, Dickie Moore, Jean Beliveau, Bernie Geoffrion, Doug Harvey, and Jacques Plante.
The Canadiens have also made it to the Cup finals 32 times, that means that if you are against the Habs you have a 25% chance in winning. No pressure, eh?
So next time some one tells you that the Montreal Canadiens are the best team... just sit back and agree with them.
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