Stanley Cup Season: 1996-97
What else happened that year:
Princess Diana of Wales is tragically killed in a car crash. Hong Kong was returned to China and was no longer under British rule. The Kyoto Protocol is signed at a global warming conference in Japan. Scotland creates it’s own parliament, and Microsoft becomes the world’s most valuable company.
Who Detroit Defeated:
The Detroit Red Wings defeated the Philadelphia Flyers 4-0 in the Best of Seven Finals Series
Team Leaders:
- Goals –Brendon Shanahan (47)
- Assists – Steve Yzerman (63)
- Points –Brendon Shanahan (88)
- PIM – Martin Lapointe (167)
- Wins – Chris Osgood (23)
- GAA – Chris Osgood (2.