The storied Bruins-Canadiens rivalry is nearing its 10th decade.
The Canadiens, the winningest franchise in National Hockey League history, recently completed their 110th season. The Bruins, the oldest professional hockey franchise in the U.S., will celebrate their centennial season during the 2023-24 campaign.
Yet, in the last few years, the two teams rarely put forth historic moments when they match up with one another.
Sure, there’s been some notable events in recent Bruins-Canadiens showdowns, including Claude Julien’s return to Boston two years ago. But, the two teams haven’t been neck and neck in a race for a division title since the lockout-shortened 2013 season.