Canadiens goalie Ken Dryden and defenseman Jacques Laperriere, respectively winners of the Calder Trophy in 1972 and 1964, in 1971 Stanley Cup Final action against the Chicago Black Hawks at the Montreal Forum. Chicago forward Stan Mikita gives chase behind the net.

Lane Hutson led all rookies with 66 points, and his 60 assists tied the single-season NHL record for most by a rookie defenseman.

Lane Hutson led rookies in scoring with six goals and 60 assists in his inaugural NHL season as the Canadiens made a surprise return to the playoffs this season.