MONTREAL – He may be a man of few words, but for Andrei Markov’s teammates and fans, his actions were all the talking they needed.

In a city and hockey market that celebrates flair and sensation, Markov’s quiet demeanor was certainly an outlier for someone regarded as a fan favorite. But it didn’t stop the defenseman, who was celebrated with a Homecoming tribute night at the Bell Centre on December 3, from establishing himself as a Canadiens great on a franchise rife with legendary blue-liners.

“He was quiet. There's no doubt about it; he brought a quiet presence, but Marky was always the type of guy who led by example,” praised the Club’s winningest goaltender, Carey Price, who played with Markov for 10 seasons. “He let his actions speak for themselves.”

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