The 1944 Stanley Cup Finals was a best-of-seven series between the Chicago Black Hawks and the Montreal Canadiens.
The Canadiens swept the Black Hawks to win their first Stanley Cup since they defeated Chicago in 1931.
[1] Chicago defeated the defending champion Detroit Red Wings in a best-of-seven 4–1 to advance to the Finals.
Maurice "Rocket" Richard made his Stanley Cup debut with a five-goal performance in the series, including a hat trick in game two.
The Punch Line of Richard, Elmer Lach and Toe Blake scored ten of the Canadiens' 16 goals.