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Michel Bergeron was named assistant coach of the Quebec Nordiques at the start of the 1980–1981 season. After a few games, General Manager Maurice Fillion handed him the head coaching position, which he held until 1987. Under Bergeron’s leadership, the Nordiques enjoyed their best years in the NHL, reaching the semi-finals on two occasions. His fiery temper earned him the nickname “Le Tigre” with French-speaking Quebecers.
1979 - 1990

The Nordiques in the National Hockey League

The Quebec Nordiques were a professional hockey team in the National Hockey League (NHL) from 1979 to 1995, and they played at the Colisée de Québec arena. The team’s best results were in 1982 and 1985 when they made it to the Stanley Cup semi-finals. The Nordiques were known for having a large proportion of French-speaking players. A huge rivalry existed with the Montreal Canadiens, between the teams and also among their fans. In 1995, the team was sold, renamed and moved to Denver, Colorado. What do you remember about that time?

The Nordiques’ “Tiger”

André Pichette Michel Bergeron was named assistant coach of the Quebec Nordiques at the start of the 1980–1981 season. After a few games, General Manager Maurice Fillion handed him the head coaching position, which he held until 1987. Under Bergeron’s leadership, the Nordiques enjoyed their best years in the NHL, reaching the semi-finals on two occasions. His fiery temper earned him the nickname “Le Tigre” with French-speaking Quebecers.
Chronoscope Do you have any memories of Michel Bergeron? (unilingual French for a limited time) Source: Ville de Québec All rights reserved: Ville de Québec - Le Soleil Fonds - Date: between 1986 or 1987