Quebec Citadelles
The name refers to the Citadelle of Quebec, a landmark fortification in that city since the late 17th century.The Citadelles were a minor-league feeder team that developed players for the NHL's Montreal Canadiens organization.This AHL team was established in 1999 to much fanfare, and played with good fan support (and some success) for three seasons, before being relocated and merged into the Hamilton Bulldogs.Affiliates An early incarnation of the team played in the Quebec Junior Hockey League during the 1920s through the 1960s, developing such notable players as Jean Beliveau, Camille Henry, and Jacques Plante.It was also notable for having the first two Newfoundland trained players to play Major Junior hockey.