Baie-Comeau Drakkar
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The Baie-Comeau Drakkar is a Canadian junior ice hockey team in the Quebec Maritimes Junior Hockey League that plays at Centre Henry-Leonard in Baie-Comeau, Quebec. The name "Drakkar" refers to a type of longship.
History
The Drakkar first played in the QMJHL in 1997–98 season. One of the founders of the team was former Quebec Nordique co-founder Marius Fortier.[]
Baie-Comeau has never won the President's Cup, and only have seven winning seasons in their history. The 2012–13 team had the second-best record during the regular season and reached the league finals for the first time in franchise history, but lost to the Halifax Mooseheads, four games to one.[]
National Hockey League (NHL) alumni include Marc-André Bergeron, Jean-François Jacques, Yanick Lehoux, Olivier Michaud, Joël Perrault, Patrick Thoresen, Bruno St. Jacques and Gabriel Bourque.[]
During its 2005–06 season, the team was the subject of the documentary film Junior by the National Film Board of Canada.
The team's name, "Drakkar," is inspired by the legendary Viking longships known for their speed and strength, reflecting the team's commitment to excellence on the ice. The team's colors are black, white, and gold, symbolizing power, purity, and success.
The Baie-Comeau Drakkar has a dedicated fan base that fills the arena with energy and enthusiasm during home games. The team has a history of success in the QMJHL, with several playoff appearances and a reputation for developing talented players who go on to successful careers in professional hockey.
Overall, the Baie-Comeau Drakkar is a respected and competitive team in the QMJHL, known for their skilled players, passionate fan base, and commitment to excellence on the ice.