Canadiens’ re-embrace of francophone roots was front and centre in playoff victory over Buffalo
The Montreal Canadiens have made a notable return to their francophone roots, highlighted by their recent playoff victory over the Buffalo Sabres. This season, the team features six Quebec-born players, marking a significant shift from their previous roster that had no local players. The Canadiens' success is seen as a revival of their historical connection to the French-speaking community in Canada.
- ▪The Canadiens won Game 7 of the playoffs against the Sabres with goals from Zachary Bolduc and Phillip Danault.
- ▪This is the first time in 47 years that two Quebeckers scored in a Game 7 for the Canadiens.
- ▪The team currently includes six Quebec-born players, reflecting a renewed emphasis on francophone talent.
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Open this photo in gallery:Montreal Canadiens left wing Alexandre Texier celebrates his goal with defenseman Alexandre Carrier (45) during the first period in Game 5 against the Sabres in Buffalo on Thursday. The Canadiens have featured six Quebec-born players this season, including Carrier.Jeffrey T. Barnes/The Associated PressShareSave for laterPlease log in to bookmark this story.Log InCreate Free AccountThe Montreal Canadiens hit a low point on May 10, 2021: the first time in the team’s century-plus history that they featured no Quebec players in their lineup. For the franchise of Richard, Béliveau and Lafleur, this was a scandal, and the nadir of a long decline in the Habs’ historical role as the national team of French Canada.Well, that was then.
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