Montreal Maroons vs Montréal Canadiens Head-to-Head

Canadiens built their historical edge pre-2005, winning 40 of 76 decided meetings (53%) (plus 19 ties). 19 historical ties live in the all-time ledger, all predating the 2005 shootout rule. They have crossed paths in the postseason 4 times. Games average a 2.3-goal margin, with the largest blowout coming via Maroons' 6-goal win. Across the last 17 decided meetings Maroons hold a 11-6 edge, suggesting the modern balance leans their way. The 1930s produced the deepest sample with 60 recorded meetings, more than any other decade in the series. Their first recorded meeting fell in 1924, so the rivalry has spanned 14 seasons of NHL history. Most recent result: Canadiens won 6-3 on Mar 17, 1938.