Jacques Lemaire Hall Of Fame NHL

Jacques Lemaire was inducted into the Hockey Hall of Fame in 1984. A cornerstone of the Montreal Canadiens' dynasty in the 1970s, he played 12 seasons with the team, winning eight Stanley Cups. Known for his exceptional two-way play, Lemaire scored at least 20 goals in each of his 12 NHL seasons. He also tallied two Stanley Cup-winning goals, one in 1977 and another in 1979. Over 853 career games, he accumulated 366 goals and 469 assists for 835 points. His consistency and leadership were instrumental in the Canadiens' success during that era.

After retiring as a player, Lemaire transitioned into coaching, leading the New Jersey Devils to a Stanley Cup victory in 1995. He later became the first head coach of the Minnesota Wild, known for implementing a defensive-minded system. Lemaire's contributions to the game, both on the ice and behind the bench, have left a lasting legacy in the NHL.

Lemaire's Awards and Records

• 8× Stanley Cup Champion (1968–1979)
• 2× Stanley Cup-winning goal scorer (1977, 1979)
• 2× NHL All-Star (1973, 1975)
• Olympic Gold Medal as Assistant Coach (2010)

NHL Records

• Scored at least 20 goals in each of his 12 NHL seasons
• One of only six NHL players to score two Stanley Cup-winning goals
• Played a pivotal role in the Canadiens' dominance during the 1970s
• Contributed to the New Jersey Devils' 1995 Stanley Cup victory as head coach
• Known for his defensive coaching strategies, including the neutral zone trap

NHL Teams:

As Player:
Montreal Canadiens (1967-1979)

As Coach:
Montreal Canadiens (1983-1985)
New Jersey Devils (1993-1998)
Minnesota Wild (2000-2011)