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Why do Toronto and Montreal hate each other?
Following Canadian Confederation, the two cities had become obvious rivals for cultural and financial control of the “Canadian hinterland”. After the Second World War, Toronto began to eclipse Montreal as the “cultural gateway” to Canada for Americans; making it a potential cultural rival to Montreal.
Who is Montreal Canadiens biggest rival?
the Boston Bruins
Of course, the Habs most bitter rival is the Boston Bruins. No two teams have met more in the postseason, and there have been a few recent battles to ensure the rivalry still burns white hot. Even regular season games between these two teams feel like playoff games.
Why have the Montreal Canadiens won so many Stanley Cups?
You know where I’m headed — the Montreal Canadiens have won all of those Stanley Cups in their team history because the NHL traditionally gave them exclusive territorial rights to all French Canadian players.
Why are Canadiens Habs?
The “H” stands for “hockey”, not “Habitants,” a popular misconception. According to NHL.com, the first man to refer to the team as “the Habs” was American Tex Rickard, owner of the Madison Square Garden, in 1924. Rickard apparently told a reporter that the “H” on the Canadiens’ sweaters was for “Habitants”.
Who is the Buffalo Sabres biggest rival?
Bruins
Buffalo Sabres. The Bruins and Sabres have had a rivalry since the Sabres joined the NHL in 1970. These teams have met in the playoffs eight times with the Bruins winning the first five meetings in 1982, 1983, 1988, 1989, and 1992.
Why does Montreal say ole?
The word is believed to have originated from Greek ololigi to describe a “ritual cry”, which became hispanicized into “olé” meaning “bravo!” and used to express an appreciation of an outstanding performance in Spanish.
What is the H in Canadiens logo?
hockey
The ‘H’ in the logo does not stand for Habs or Habitants, and it never has. It stands for hockey. The crest was changed to represent the new team name: Le club de Hockey Canadien. It’s a lot like today’s.
Why is Montreal Canadiens spelled with an E?
Short answer: Because France. The official, French-language name of Montreal’s NHL hockey franchise is “Le Club de Hockey Canadien”. The club is often referred to as “Les Canadiens de Montréal” or by their English name, the Montreal Canadiens.