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Yearbook 1985
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Quebec Nordiques
The Battle of Quebec is what the series between the Nordiques and Montreal Canadiens was billed as in the Adams Division final. The Habs won it, and the Nordiques are now the second-best team in La Belle Province. This season, the Nordiques will be using that loss to fuel themselves all season long. To be sure, they’d love nothing more than to meet the Habs in the division final again and come out on top. But while the Canadiens were busy making improvements in the off-season, the Nordiques practically stood pat. The only major move—and one that raised a few eyebrows—was acquiring free-agent goalie Richard Sevigny from Montreal. The Nords were already well-stocked at that position with Dan Bouchard, Mario (Goose) Gosselin and Clint Malarchuk. Some people even thought the Nordiques purposely…


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Calgary Flames
There was a time, not too long ago, when you had to feel sorry for the Calgary Flames. They had all the talent, but were missing that little something extra to make them serious contenders. But beginning with the move from Atlanta five years ago, general manager Cliff Fletcher has dismantled the Flames and has built a new and exciting team. And yes, they are serious challengers. Don’t forget, had it not been for a breakdown in the seventh and final game of the Smythe Division final against Edmonton, Calgary may have pulled the biggest upset in last season’s playoffs. But despite the loss to Edmonton, the Flames have plenty of reason to be optimistic about this season. The reason? Their draft picks have come of age. Leading the pack is Paul Reinhart, who is one…


Vancouver Canucks
“I want the Canucks to be one big happy family, 20 guys believing in one common goal. I believe in PHD—pride, hustle and desire.” —Canuck coach Bill LaForge. There was a time in Vancouver when the fans waved triumphant towels, but that was three years ago. Now, they’re likely to wave Terrible Towels. What’s the reason for the new wave? Bill LaForge. He’s the new coach and he’s one tough dude. LaForge has an interesting history. Three years ago his Oshawa General team led the Ontario League in penalties. In one game, LaForge scuffled during a pre-game brawl and it resulted in a 50-game suspension. He believed the OHL wanted him out, so he took his tough act to Regina of the Western League and repeated it with the Pats. After one season…