Former Canadiens Who Had An Outstanding Career Made His NHL Debut On Feb. 23, 1985

On Feb. 23, 1985, rookie Patrick Roy made his first NHL appearance against the Winnipeg Jets. Dressed as the Montreal Canadiens backup since Steve Penney was injured, he expected to spend the game on the bench, but after veteran Doug Soetaert gave four goals on only 11 shots through 40 minutes, coach Jacques Lemaire decided he had enough.

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