Montreal Canadiens 50-Goal Scorers - NHL News, Analysis & More
The Montreal Canadiens' 50-goal club is an exclusive one, consisting of only six players. Two of them are also members of the 60-goal club.
thehockeywriters.comHere’s the latest I can share based on recent reporting up to April 2026.
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Cole Caufield reached 50 goals in a season for the Montreal Canadiens, becoming the first Habs player to hit 50 in a season in 36 years. This milestone occurred in early April 2026 and highlights Caufield as the standout goal-scorer of the year for his team.
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In the broader NHL context, the term “50 goals in 50 games” (50-in-50) remains a rare feat. Historically, only a handful of players have achieved it in official capacity, with Wayne Gretzky and Brett Hull among the most notable multiple 50-in-50 performers. Recent seasons have seen many players approach but not consistently reach the 50-in-50 mark.
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For a broader perspective, the 50-in-50 club is discussed across multiple outlets, including roundups and historical retrospectives, noting the rarity and the high bar for pace and scoring. Some analyses also discuss the distinction between official 50-in-50 and near-miss or unofficial runs.
If you’d like, I can pull in more up-to-date, game-by-game data for Caufield or provide a concise table of all players who have reached 50 goals in a season in NHL history, with dates and teams. Would you like that?