Former Montreal Canadiens goaltender Carey Price will officially be inducted into the Hockey Hall of Fame on Monday during a ceremony in Toronto.
After spending 15 seasons in Montreal, Price leaves behind a lasting legacy with the Canadiens and their fans. Throughout his career, he became one of the franchise’s most recognizable players, earning the admiration of fans both on and off the ice.
As news of his induction is celebrated, Montrealers are reflecting on the impact Price had on the city and what he meant to the team.
“I mean, it’s super exciting. He’s been such a big figure for Montreal, and I think, like, this city, we’ve been through so many ups and downs, so you kind of feel like you connect with these players. So, yeah, it’s amazing. He’s, like, putting Montreal on the map, and it’s just great for him as an individual. It’s a great achievement. He’s one of the best goalies ever, so, yeah, it’s great. I’m super happy for him,” said one Montrealer.
Others echoed that sentiment, pointing to Price’s contributions to the Canadiens and his representation of the city on the international stage.
“One of the greatest goalies to ever be here in Montreal, and he represented us so well at the Olympics. We’re so happy to see he’s been part of the Habs’ history,” said another Montrealer.
For some fans, Price’s technical abilities are what set him apart from other goaltenders in the franchise’s history.
“Arguably one of the best goalies the Canadiens have ever had, and they’ve had some fantastic goalies. So probably technically the best goalie I’ve ever seen. I played goalie as a kid, so I appreciate that,” said one fan.
Another Montrealer said Price’s induction was well deserved.
“He absolutely deserves the honour because he’s one of the best goalies ever, so 100 per cent. That’s great.”
Beyond his accomplishments on the ice, some fans also highlighted Price’s connection to the community and his willingness to speak out on important issues.
“He was a great goaltender for the Montreal Canadiens, and he was so, like, involved in the community as well. And he spoke up about a lot of issues that affected Canadians, so, yeah, I think it’s a great thing,” said one Montrealer.
While Price never captured a Stanley Cup during his time with Montreal, fans say that does little to diminish what he accomplished throughout his career.
“He was voted by the players as the greatest goalie for his time. The only sad part is he’s never won a Stanley Cup, but he deserves all the praise that he’s going to get,” said another fan.
For many, Price’s influence extended far beyond the rink. His presence became a defining part of Montreal’s hockey identity for more than a decade.
“He was, like, a really, really big staple in the city for a very long time. A cornerstone for the franchise, and I think that a player like that always deserves to be in a Hall of Fame with any sport, to be honest,” said one Montrealer.
As Price takes his place among hockey’s greatest, the reactions from Montreal fans make clear that his legacy in the city will endure long after his playing days.
The celebrations will continue in Montreal on Tuesday, Nov. 10, when Price returns to the Bell Centre for a special on-ice ceremony ahead of the Canadiens’ game against the Minnesota Wild, scheduled for 7 p.m.
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