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Nordiques jerseys return to Montreal ice
30 Jan
Summary
- The Avalanche wore Nordiques jerseys against the Canadiens.
- The historic rivalry dates back to the Good Friday Massacre.
- The Nordiques last played in Montreal in blue jerseys in 1995.
The Colorado Avalanche recently played the Montreal Canadiens in Montreal, notably wearing the historic Quebec Nordiques blue jerseys. This appearance evoked memories of one of the NHL's fiercest rivalries. The last time a team wore Nordiques jerseys in Montreal was on April 5, 1995, a game where the Canadiens staged a comeback win. Shortly after, the Nordiques relocated to Denver, becoming the Colorado Avalanche.
The Canadiens-Nordiques rivalry was deeply felt in Quebec, famously including the "Good Friday Massacre" of 1984, a significant brawl during the Stanley Cup playoffs. This competition often divided the province and even families.
Despite the passage of time and players like Nathan MacKinnon being born after the team's move, the rivalry's legacy endures. Canadiens coach Martin St. Louis noted his household was solely dedicated to the Canadiens, while forward Zachary Bolduc shared that his father might have attended Nordiques games. Bolduc also mentioned that the Nordiques' impact is still discussed in Quebec City, with many hoping for the team's return.
