Saturday, October 25, 2008

CELEBRATING 100 YEARS OF HABS HOCKEY: STRENGTH UP THE MIDDLE

One of the many things that have always impressed me about the Montreal Canadiens over the years; is their ability to effectively use strength up the middle in order to let the wings’ fire power do its damage. The center position has always been a key factor in the success of the Habs offensive prowess. Although overall it hasn’t primarily been the centers that garner the most attention, the wings, defense and goaltenders usually get the spotlight when it comes to the most celebrated Canadiens players, there have been some that have won the hearts of fans and media alike. I think over the years the media has been more critical of centers than any other position players, but that just may be a weird coincidence or perception on my part, nonetheless, even though they may have faced more scrutiny they have indeed won the praise of all.

Some of the best centers the Canadiens have ever had did the dirty work, the grinding and back checking that created the turnovers that led to offensive attacks. The ability to move the puck and draw the defense in, then to dish it perfectly to an open winger with the cannon loaded has been a staple for the Habs for decades. They used their strength, speed and skill to make the offense effective and allow the wings to fly. If you couldn’t tell by now, this week’s celebration focuses on my favorite Montreal Canadiens centers over the years.


The following courtesey of Gregsky's Collection. http://aroundtherinkwithgregsky.blogspot.com/2008/07/once-in-lifetime-offer-from-gregsky.html

ELMER LACH

GP G A PTS PIM SEASONS YRS
664 215 408 623 478 1940-1954 14




JEAN BELIVEAU

GP G A PTS PIM SEASONS YRS
1125 507 712 1219 1029 1950-1971 20


HENRI RICHARD

GP G A PTS PIM SEASONS YRS
1259 358 688 1046 928 1955-1975 20



PHIL GOYETTE

GP G A PTS PIM SEASONS YRS
375 62 120 182 44 1956-1963 7




RALPH BACKSTROM

GP G A PTS PIM SEASONS YRS
844 215 287 502 348 1956-1971 15




JACQUES LEMAIRE

GP G A PTS PIM SEASONS YRS
853 366 469 835 217 1967-1979 12




DOUG RISEBROUGH

GP G A PTS PIM SEASONS YRS
493 117 185 302 959 1974-1982 8



PIERRE MONDOU

GP G A PTS PIM SEASONS YRS
548 194 262 456 179 1976-1985 9



PIERRE LAROUCHE

GP G A PTS PIM SEASONS YRS
236 110 126 236 59 1977-1982 5




DOUG JARVIS

GP G A PTS PIM SEASONS YRS
560 91 154 245 151 1975-1982 7



KEITH ACTON

GP G A PTS PIM SEASONS YRS
228 78 110 188 229 1979-1984 5



GUY CARBONNEAU

GP G A PTS PIM SEASONS YRS
912 221 326 547 623 1980-1994 13



RYAN WALTER

GP G A PTS PIM SEASONS YRS
604 141 208 349 419 1982-1991 9




BOBBY SMITH

GP G A PTS PIM SEASONS YRS
505 172 310 482 430 1983-1990 7




BRIAN SKRUDLAND

GP G A PTS PIM SEASONS YRS
475 78 139 217 592 1985-1993 8



KIRK MULLER

GP G A PTS PIM SEASONS YRS
267 104 143 247 292 1991-199 5




DENIS SAVARD

GP G A PTS PIM SEASONS YRS
210 72 107 179 215 1990-1993 3



PIERRE TURGEON

GP G A PTS PIM SEASONS YRS
104 50 77 127 50 1994-1997 3



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