1934-35 NHL season facts for kids
The 1934–35 NHL season was the 18th exciting year for the National Hockey League. Nine teams played 48 games each, battling it out on the ice. The Montreal Maroons were the big winners, taking home the famous Stanley Cup! They won their final series against the Toronto Maple Leafs in three games.
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Regular Season Fun Facts
The 1934–35 NHL season saw nine teams compete across two groups: the Canadian Division and the American Division. Teams played 48 games to see who would make it to the playoffs.
Who Made the Playoffs?
In the Canadian Division, the top teams were the Toronto Maple Leafs and the Montreal Maroons. The Montreal Canadiens also made it to the playoffs from this division.
Over in the American Division, the Boston Bruins and the Chicago Black Hawks were strong contenders. The New York Rangers also earned a spot in the playoffs.
Top Scorers of the Season
Players worked hard to score goals and help their teams. Here are some of the top players who earned the most points (goals plus assists) during the regular season:
| Player | Team | Games Played | Goals | Assists | Points | Penalties in Minutes |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Charlie Conacher | Toronto Maple Leafs | 47 | 36 | 21 | 57 | 24 |
| Syd Howe | St. Louis Eagles/Detroit Red Wings | 50 | 22 | 25 | 47 | 34 |
| Larry Aurie | Detroit Red Wings | 48 | 17 | 29 | 46 | 24 |
| Frank Boucher | New York Rangers | 48 | 13 | 32 | 45 | 2 |
| Busher Jackson | Toronto Maple Leafs | 42 | 22 | 22 | 44 | 27 |
- Games Played (GP): How many games a player played.
- Goals (G): How many times a player scored.
- Assists (A): How many times a player helped a teammate score.
- Points (PTS): The total of goals and assists.
- Penalties in Minutes (PIM): How much time a player spent in the penalty box.
Stanley Cup Playoffs
The Stanley Cup playoffs are like a big tournament where the best teams from the regular season compete to win the championship trophy, the Stanley Cup!
How the Playoffs Worked
The playoffs had a special format. The top team from each division (Toronto Maple Leafs from the Canadian Division and Boston Bruins from the American Division) got a "bye," meaning they skipped the first round.
In the first round:
- The Montreal Maroons played against the Chicago Black Hawks. The Maroons won!
- The New York Rangers played against the Montreal Canadiens. The Rangers won this exciting series.
In the second round, the winners from the first round joined the teams that had a bye:
- The Toronto Maple Leafs played against the Boston Bruins. The Maple Leafs won and moved on to the final!
- The Montreal Maroons played against the New York Rangers. The Maroons won, setting up a final showdown with the Maple Leafs.
The Stanley Cup Final
The big final series was between the Montreal Maroons and the Toronto Maple Leafs. The Maroons played incredibly well and won the series in just three games, becoming the 1935 Stanley Cup champions!
NHL Awards and All-Stars
At the end of the season, special awards are given to players and teams for their amazing achievements.
Season Awards
| 1934–35 NHL Awards | |
|---|---|
| O'Brien Trophy: | Awarded to the champion of the Canadian Division. This year it was the Toronto Maple Leafs. |
| Prince of Wales Trophy: | Awarded to the champion of the American Division. This year it was the Boston Bruins. |
| Calder Memorial Trophy: | Given to the best rookie (first-year player). Won by Sweeney Schriner from the New York Americans. |
| Hart Memorial Trophy: | Awarded to the most valuable player (MVP) to his team. Won by Eddie Shore from the Boston Bruins. |
| Lady Byng Memorial Trophy: | Given to the player who shows great sportsmanship and skill. Won by Frank Boucher from the New York Rangers. |
| Vezina Trophy: | Awarded to the best goaltender. Won by Lorne Chabot from the Chicago Black Hawks. |
All-Star Teams
At the end of the season, the best players in each position are chosen to be on the "All-Star Teams." This is a way to recognize the most talented players in the league. There's a First Team (the very best) and a Second Team.
For example, Lorne Chabot was chosen as the First Team Goaltender, and Eddie Shore was a First Team Defenceman. Charlie Conacher and Busher Jackson from the Toronto Maple Leafs were also chosen for the First Team as wingers.
