The Day Hockey Turned into a Warzone: Remembering the 1985 Good Friday Massacre
On Good Friday, 38 years ago, while the Montreal Canadiens were playing the Quebec Nordiques, the largest hockey brawl in history took place. Eleven individuals were ejected from the game. There were 252 penalty minutes assessed. A period remained to be played. Chris Nilan, Wilf Paiement, Mike McPhee, Dale Hunter, Guy Carboneau, Mario Tremblay, Peter …
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Igor Burdetskiy
Founder, Editor-in-Chief, & CEO at Hooked on Hockey Magazine
I grew up playing Ball and Roller Hockey day and night somewhat religiously throughout elementary and middle school. The two don't compare though when I lace up the skates and hit the ice. I live and breathe hockey beyond the perspective of "it's just a game" and I will gladly talk hockey for hours with anyone. Hockey is more than just a lifestyle, it's a culture of passionate people who make memories every time the puck is dropped. Hockey has not only helped me get through some of the hardest times in life but has created some of the best memories to date. Want to talk hockey with me? Shoot me an email: iburdetskiy@hookedonhockey.com and let's talk some hockey!
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