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Executive Summary This case study examines the unparalleled goaltending career of Patrick Roy with the Montreal Canadiens, a tenure defined …

Jul 17, 2025

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Marc Bouchard

Marc Bouchard

Former journalist covering the Canadiens for 30 years, author of two books on the franchise.

Isabelle Lafleur

Isabelle Lafleur

Storyteller specializing in the human stories behind the legends and iconic moments.

Chloé Tremblay

Chloé Tremblay

Data analyst and lifelong Habs fan, breaking down modern stats and historical records.

Samuel Roy

Samuel Roy

Recent journalism grad and passionate Habs fan, focusing on fan culture and memorabilia.

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