1978-79 NHL season
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| Preseason | n/a |
|---|---|
| Regular Season | October 11, 1978-April 8, 1979 |
| Postseason | April 10-May 21, 1979 |
| ← 1977-78 • NHL seasons • 1978-80 → | |
The 1978–79 NHL season was the 62nd season of the National Hockey League. The Montreal Canadiens beat the New York Rangers in the Stanley Cup finals four games to one for their fourth consecutive title. The Cleveland Barons merged with the Minnesota North Stars (continuing as the North Stars), reducing the NHL membership to 17 teams, the last time that the NHL contracted.
Publications
| Programs | ||
|---|---|---|
| Team | Type | Venue |
| Montreal Canadiens vs. New York Rangers | Stanley Cup Finals | Montreal Forum, Madison Square Garden |
| Media Guides and Yearbooks | ||
| Media Guides | Montreal Canadiens | |
