Taking the commands of the Nordiques in 1980, I plan to manage them until they move to Colorado in 1995.
My goal is to relive the historical rivalry between them and the Canadiens, well-known for its 1984 Good Friday massacre, a playoff-game brawl that resulted in 11 ejections.
I decided to take them in 1980 for two reasons : first, the newly integrated 1979 Nordiques seemed a bit fragile in their first NHL season. Secondly, I wanted to have one season to build my team and learn to know them before the Canadiens will join Adams division.
I’ll keep you updated with milestones and rivalry results as well as Stanley Cup winners and Most Valuable Gretzky awards.
NB: I’m not a die hard hockey fan nor from Québec, I don’t know a lot of hockey history but I’m hoping to learn it while playing this save, so feel free to share what you know about this decade or the rivalry, and I apologize in advance for any inaccuracy or lack of knowledge. Hope you enjoy !