1953–54 Montreal Canadiens | |
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League | 2nd NHL |
1953–54 record | 35–24–11 |
Goals for | 195 |
Goals against | 141 |
Team information | |
General Manager | Frank J. Selke |
Coach | Dick Irvin |
Captain | Emile Bouchard |
Arena | Montreal Forum |
Team leaders | |
Goals | Maurice Richard (37) |
Assists | Maurice Richard (30) |
Points | Maurice Richard (67) |
Penalties in minutes | Maurice Richard (112) |
Wins | Gerry McNeil (28) |
Goals against average | Jacques Plante (1.59) |
The 1953–54 Montreal Canadiens season was the 45th season in franchise history. The team placed second in the regular season to qualify for the playoffs. The Canadiens lost in Stanley Cup final against Detroit Red Wings 4 games to 3.
"Punch Line" center Elmer Lach retired.
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