Canadiens Crush Kings 9-0 to Open NHL Season in Montreal
Montreal dominated Los Angeles 9-0 in the season opener as four Canadiens scored two goals each. Ken Dryden stopped 28 shots for the shutout, while Detroit and St Louis, New York Islanders and Kansas City, Rangers and Black Hawks, California and Atlanta, and Minnesota and Vancouver also posted results in the night’s action. The Kings, led by Vachon and Edwards, struggled to defend and fell short in their bid to repeat last season’s strong performance.
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Bruins Begin 75-76 With Tightened Defense At Montreal
Boston Bruins open the 1975-76 season at Boston Garden against the Montreal Canadiens without star Bobby Orr for six weeks due to knee surgery. Rookie Dave Reece starts in net as Orr’s absence tests the new defensive setup led by Carol Vadnais and Dallas Smith, with coach Don Cherry emphasizing stronger backchecking and forechecking to support a goaltending corps including Gilles Gilbert.
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Reds Face The Wall As Reds Eye World Series Challenge
The Cincinnati Reds explore Fenway Park’s famed Wall in a World Series context, likened to the Oakland A’s debut series. Sal Bando notes how The Wall alters power and defense, while Sparky Anderson studies how to deploy center fielder and infielders against its tricky bounces. Pete Rose eyes the hurdle as Ken Griffey and Cesar Geronimo might benefit from the left hander’s view.
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Nuggets acquire Issel to play center in Denver
Denver trades center Dave Robisch and $600,000 to Baltimore Claws for Dan Issel, a four time All-ABA selection. The move follows Marvin Webster’s hepatitis threat and salary constraints. Issel, a Kentucky standout, will reclaim center as Denver weighs roster limits and future caps. Patriots waive Neil Graff to sign Mel Baker from Saints.
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Bateman Thrives at Brown After Vermont Switch
Brown University quarterback Bob Bateman, who transferred from Vermont after its football program ended, shines in the Ivy League. He ranks high in national total offense and passing, draws scouts, and embraces Brown’s multiple offense while adjusting to new teammates and higher expectations.
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