The League-wide initiative was launched in December with the goal of highlighting the best players from each franchise over the past 25 years (or quarter century). The campaign will culminate with a fan vote to pick the NHL’s overall Quarter-Century Team. Voting will take place from February 12 to 26 on NHL.com and X.

If you take a cursory glance at the NHL standings, it’s easy to overlook the Montreal Canadiens’ recent hot streak, despite the franchise’s pedigree and expansive media market.

With 2025 underway, the NHL is celebrating the best of the past 25 years by revealing Quarter-Century Teams for each of the League's 32 franchises and the Arizona Coyotes. Each club will be represented by a First Team and Second Team of six players -- three forwards,