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Ry1997 · 02-15-2025, 08:08 PM

1981-82 NHL Season Recap(lost my notes)

Montreal Canadiens beat Edmonton Oilers in 7 for Stanley Cup

1982-83 NHL Season Recap
Stanley Cup Champion: Philadelphia Flyers
The Flyers won the Stanley Cup, defeating the Edmonton Oilers in the Finals.
Led by their defensive structure and goaltending, the Flyers managed to contain Wayne Gretzky and the Oilers' high-powered offense.
Rick Middleton and Bryan Trottier played key roles in leading the Flyers offensively.
The Oilers, despite their offensive firepower with Gretzky and Jari Kurri, fell short in the Finals.

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1983-84 NHL Season Recap
Stanley Cup Champion: Philadelphia Flyers (Back-to-Back Champions)
The Flyers defended their title, this time defeating the Minnesota North Stars in the Finals.
Bryan Trottier was again a major offensive force, leading the league with 160 points.
Mike Bossy was the league’s top goal scorer with 70 goals, showcasing his elite finishing ability.
Jim Marthinsen was outstanding in net, leading the league in wins (48), goals-against average (2.16), and shutouts (9).
Philadelphia finished the season as one of the strongest defensive teams, allowing only 235 goals against.
The Minnesota North Stars had a strong season, finishing third in goals scored (341) but ultimately fell short in the Finals.

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1984-85 NHL Season Recap
Stanley Cup Champion: Washington Capitals (First Franchise Championship)
The Capitals dethroned the Flyers and defeated the Edmonton Oilers in the Finals.
Washington emerged as a strong contender, finishing first in goals allowed (236).
Wayne Gretzky led the league in points (157) and goals (66), but his Oilers once again fell short in the Finals.
Sergei Makarov was a key playmaker, leading the league in assists (93).
Bob Sauvé and Murray Bannerman were standout goaltenders, with Sauvé leading the league in wins (39).
The Detroit Red Wings had a strong season, finishing second in total goals (334) and making a deep playoff run.

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This timeline shows the Flyers' dominance with back-to-back Cups before the Capitals' breakthrough victory. The Oilers, despite Gretzky’s brilliance, have lost in two consecutive Finals, which may shape their strategy moving forward.

02-15-2025, 08:08 PM	#4
Ry1997 Bat Boy Join Date: Dec 2024 Posts: 17	!981-82 to 1984-85 recaps 1981-82 NHL Season Recap(lost my notes) Montreal Canadiens beat Edmonton Oilers in 7 for Stanley Cup 1982-83 NHL Season Recap Stanley Cup Champion: Philadelphia Flyers The Flyers won the Stanley Cup, defeating the Edmonton Oilers in the Finals. Led by their defensive structure and goaltending, the Flyers managed to contain Wayne Gretzky and the Oilers' high-powered offense. Rick Middleton and Bryan Trottier played key roles in leading the Flyers offensively. The Oilers, despite their offensive firepower with Gretzky and Jari Kurri, fell short in the Finals. --- 1983-84 NHL Season Recap Stanley Cup Champion: Philadelphia Flyers (Back-to-Back Champions) The Flyers defended their title, this time defeating the Minnesota North Stars in the Finals. Bryan Trottier was again a major offensive force, leading the league with 160 points. Mike Bossy was the league’s top goal scorer with 70 goals, showcasing his elite finishing ability. Jim Marthinsen was outstanding in net, leading the league in wins (48), goals-against average (2.16), and shutouts (9). Philadelphia finished the season as one of the strongest defensive teams, allowing only 235 goals against. The Minnesota North Stars had a strong season, finishing third in goals scored (341) but ultimately fell short in the Finals. --- 1984-85 NHL Season Recap Stanley Cup Champion: Washington Capitals (First Franchise Championship) The Capitals dethroned the Flyers and defeated the Edmonton Oilers in the Finals. Washington emerged as a strong contender, finishing first in goals allowed (236). Wayne Gretzky led the league in points (157) and goals (66), but his Oilers once again fell short in the Finals. Sergei Makarov was a key playmaker, leading the league in assists (93). Bob Sauvé and Murray Bannerman were standout goaltenders, with Sauvé leading the league in wins (39). The Detroit Red Wings had a strong season, finishing second in total goals (334) and making a deep playoff run. --- This timeline shows the Flyers' dominance with back-to-back Cups before the Capitals' breakthrough victory. The Oilers, despite Gretzky’s brilliance, have lost in two consecutive Finals, which may shape their strategy moving forward. Attached Images Last edited by Ry1997; 02-15-2025 at 08:15 PM.