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A look at Martin St-Louis’ amazing journey in the NHL

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2022-08-30 08:12:29

The Habs coach does not accept half measures. He is a competitive individual.

A look at Martin St-Louis

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Martin St. Louis was one of the best players of his generation, at a time when the game wasn't particularly open.

A look at Martin St. Louis

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Sometimes overlooked because of his small stature, St. Louis first experienced disappointment before he found fame.

A look at Martin St. Louis

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Graduating from the University of Vermont after four seasons in 1997, St. Louis got his first taste of the NHL with the Calgary Flames from 1998-2000.

A look at Martin St-Louis

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At age 26, the Tampa Bay Lightning took a chance on St. Louis. The year was 2000.

A look at Martin St. Louis

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After two seasons of adjustment, everything clicked for the forward: 33 goals in 2002-03, for 70 points.

A look at Martin St. Louis

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38 goals for 94 points the following year, 2003-2004!

A look at Martin St. Louis

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That season, the stars aligned for St. Louis and the Lightning, as the Floridians won the Stanley Cup.

A look at Martin St-Louis

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In 2006, Martin St-Louis received an invitation to play for Team Canada at the Turin Olympics.

A look at Martin St-Louis

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The tournament was a failure for Canada, which finished 7th. St-Louis collected 3 points in 6 games. He will then miss the 2010 event in Vancouver, ignored by Hockey Canada.

A look at Martin St-Louis

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St. Louis will eventually be invited to participate in the 2014 Olympic Games in Sochi. However, he will be the 13th forward on the roster, called up as a backup after an injury.

A look at Martin St. Louis

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From 2006 to 2012, St. Louis was dominant though, racking up 80, 90 and even 100-point seasons. He was one of the best in the NHL at the time.

A look at Martin St. Louis

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Taking over as captain of the Lightning when Vincent Lecavalier left, St. Louis continued his dominance, even though the strength around him had diminished.