A look back at Habs' trade with Winnipeg that ultimately brings a future Hall of Famer to Montreal.
Following a dramatic collapse in which the Winnipeg Jets scored four late regulation goals and won 5-4 in overtime, Jacob Tye argues Montreal Canadiens fans can find solace in historical trade revenge. Exactly 43 years prior, on November 4, 1983, Montreal dealt defenseman Robert Picard to Winnipeg for a third-round draft pick.
The Canadiens subsequently utilized that pick to draft legendary goaltender Patrick Roy, who went on to win two Stanley Cups with Montreal. Tye highlights this transaction as one of the most lopsided in franchise history, offering long-term comfort despite the recent regular-season loss.
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