1966 NHL Season
6 teams competed during the regular season
Montreal Canadiens defeated Detroit Red Wings for the championship
1966 NHL Draft
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On April 8, 1975, the New York Islanders faced off against the New York Rangers...
NHL Playoffs G1 - New York Islanders vs New York Rangers - Radio Broadcast / On April 8, 1975, the New York Islanders faced off against the New York Rangers in the first game of their NHL playoff series, marking a significant moment in the burgeoning rivalry between the two teams. The game, broadcasted on radio, captured the intense atmosphere of playoff hockey as both teams battled fiercely on the ice. The 1974-75 season had seen the Islanders make a dramatic improvement in their performance, making this playoff series particularly notable as it underscored their rise from expansion team struggles to becoming a competitive force in the league. The game itself was characterized by strategic play, physical challenges, and crucial saves, reflecting the high stakes for both teams in this local derby.
This particular matchup not only highlighted the skills of key players from both sides but also set the tone for what would become a historic series in the annals of the NHL. The tension and rivalry that defined this game would carry through the entire series, drawing fans and spectators into a compelling narrative of competition and regional pride. The game served not only as a test of skill and strategy but also as a showcase of the growing intensity and quality of hockey in the 1970s.
Aurele Joliat is interviewed by Leo Cloutier heard in this 1972 radio broadcast.
Aurele Emile 'Little...
Aurele Joliat, Montreal Canadiens interviewed by Leo Cloutier 1972 / Aurele Joliat is interviewed by Leo Cloutier heard in this 1972 radio broadcast.
Aurele Emile 'Little Giant' Joliat (born in Ottawa on August 29, 1901 – died on June 2, 1986 in Ottawa) was a Canadian professional left winger who played 16 seasons in the National Hockey League for the Montreal Canadiens.
Harry Sinden, former Boston Bruins Coach is interviewed by Leo Cloutier at The Boston Garden...
Harry Sinden former Boston Bruins Coach interviewed by Leo Cloutier - 1972 / Harry Sinden, former Boston Bruins Coach is interviewed by Leo Cloutier at The Boston Garden in a classic radio broadcast from 1972
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