Remembrance Day 2024 Monday Nov 11th, We Will Remember Them

Happy Halloween

I would imagine Verdun is still a family friendly place for all the kids to trick or treat///////Have Fun Stay Safe from Verdun Connections 2024 Don't grow up to soon and let those kids have a ball.

2024 Poppy Campaign is Underway Remembrance Day Nov 11th is Coming Soon, will you Help

Would you consider helping support this years efforts. it is obviously totally up to you.

The Last Hab from the 5 Stanley Cups in a row dynasty: Donnie Marshall dies: the following is from Hockey Feed

If you grew up in Montreal in the 50's onward.You no doubt would know the name Donnie Marshall.The last of the Habs 5 Sanley Cups in a row dynasty has died: Read the following clip from the Hockey News Feed.

from the Hockey News: The Montreal Canadiens have announced the passing of long-time NHL forward Donald “Donnie” Marshall at 92 years of age. From the Canadiens’ official press release announcement: BOSTON – The Montreal Canadiens are saddened to learn of the passing of Donald Robert Marshall, who passed away at the age of 92. Marshall, who was known by the nickname “Donnie,” was the last surviving member of the Canadiens dynasty that won five consecutive Stanley Cups from 1956-1960. Marshall made his NHL debut in 1951-52, playing one game with the Canadiens before permanently establishing himself with the Habs during the 1954-55 season. The Montreal-born forward played 585 games with the Canadiens between 1951 and 1963, with whom he recorded 254 points (114G, 140A). Marshall mainly played on a line with Phil Goyette and Claude Provost during his time with the Canadiens. Marshall played in 1,176 career NHL games with Montreal, the New York Rangers, Buffalo Sabers and Toronto Maple Leafs. The 5’10”, 160-pound role player scored 265 goals and added 324 assists before retiring at the end of the 1971-72 season. The Canadiens extend their deepest condolences to Donnie’s family, friends and loved ones. Our thoughts are with them at during this difficult time. He will always be remembered as one of the great champions in the history of the organization. Rest in peace, Donnie. Gone, but never forgotten. RIP Donnie from Verdun Connections and all who appreciated the Bleu Blanc Rouge ......Cheers !

Ex Montreal Expo (for a brief time) Controversial all-time MLB hits leader Pete Rose dies at 83

Controversial all-time MLB hits leader Pete Rose dies at 83

Pete Rose, baseball’s career hits leader and fallen idol who undermined his historic achievements and Hall of Fame dreams by gambling on the game he loved and once embodied, has died. He was 83.

Somethings Never Change

I just had to share this photo from another Mtlctv site) It just reminded me that we always dreaded if we had to head up that far on the Decarie.......some places just are best left avoided if possible.....lol

Montreal Shots from the Air

Sharing a few old photos of Montreal mostly aerials from a while back. there might be something there you like. Again no watermarks so they can be shared.