The Greatest Hockey Players of All Time: Then vs. Now

Guy Lafleur, known as “The Flower,” was the Montreal Canadiens’ dazzling superstar of the 1970s. With flowing blond hair and a graceful skating stride, he was the face of hockey’s glamour era. Lafleur scored 50 or more goals in six consecutive seasons and won five Stanley Cups.

He was remembered for his offensive brilliance, combining speed, skill, and flair in a way few players ever have. A three-time Art Ross Trophy winner and two-time MVP, Lafleur was adored in Montreal, where his style of play embodied the Canadiens’ elegance and dominance during their dynasty years.