Critics poked fun at him. Jacques Plante danced in goal to his own lyrics, helping the Montreal Canadiens build hockey's most dynamic dynasty in the 1950s and creating waves along the way.

The Maven was there at The Old Garden on the night of November 1, 1959 when Montreal goalie Jacques Plante donned a mask for the first time. It happened in the first period of the Habs-Rangers ...

The masks, in the beginning, started out compiled mostly of fiberglass – much the way Plante had created his – but quickly evolved as popularity grew. MONTREAL, CANADA – CIRCA 1972: Jacques ...

Many of Montreal's greatest players weren't eligible ... Doug Harvey, Howie Morenz, Jacques Plante, Henri Richard, Newsy Lalonde, Dickie Moore, Serge Savard, Bernie Geoffrion, Yvan Cournoyer ...

Goalies have one of the most demanding positions in the NHL. Which ones have secured the most wins? Check out this definitive ...

The Montreal Canadiens retired Plante’s jersey, #1, the following year. Plante ranks seventh among NHL goalies for all-time career wins with 437. Jacques Plante holds the Montreal Canadiens ...

The Maven was there at The Old Garden on the night of November 1, 1959 when Montreal goalie Jacques Plante donned a mask for the first time. It happened in the first period of the Habs-Rangers game ...