This Day In Hockey History (9/17)

Posted by on Sep 17, 2011 14:29

“The Flower” was a legendary player no question and even for his first appearance, he made a grand entrance.  It seemed to be the norm rather than the exception for a player who really did have such an artistic flair.  He really was the type of player that could not only stand the test of time but he could almost play in any time as well.  Here is today’s moment from 40 years ago.

 

 

September 17, 1971

Montreal’s Guy Lafleur made his NHL debut, and picked up three assists in the Canadiens’ 7-4 exhibition game victory against the Bruins, at the Forum.

 

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This Day In Hockey History (9/17)

Posted by on Sep 17, 2010 14:36

Well today is a moment that Habs fans will even rejoice for.  Sure it is from 39 years ago but I am sure there are plenty of fond memories of this one.  The debut of “The Flower”.

 

 

September 17, 1971

Montreal’s Guy Lafleur made his NHL debut, and picked up three assists in the Canadiens’ 7-4 exhibition game victory against the Bruins, at the Forum.

About Chris Wassel

Simply I am a sports writer whose first loves will always be hockey and food. As we attempt to fix the site which has fallen into some disrepair (okay a lot), any and all help is always appreciated. For now, everything will channel through on a post by post basis. As always, let's have some fun!

This Day In Hockey History (9/17)

Posted by on Sep 17, 2009 11:42

BallHype: hype it up!

Thursday on This Day and what do we have today? Really I am not all that sure honestly. Time for video then moment.

http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=2EnqOSx0MzU&hl=en&fs=1&

OTR with Valeri Bure….

September 17, 1991

Montreal traded Andre Cassels to Hartford, in exchange for the Whalers’ second round draft pick in 1992. The Canadiens later used the pick to select Valeri Bure.

About Chris Wassel

Simply I am a sports writer whose first loves will always be hockey and food. As we attempt to fix the site which has fallen into some disrepair (okay a lot), any and all help is always appreciated. For now, everything will channel through on a post by post basis. As always, let's have some fun!

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