lce Hockey Men: NHL 1945-1946 October 24-April 9: Final Standings: 1. Montreal Canadiens * 50-61 (172-134) 2. Boston Bruins * 50-56 (167-156) 3. Chicago Blackhawks * 50-53 (200-178) 4. Detroit Red Wings * 50-50 (146-159) 5. Toronto Maple Leafs 50-45 (174-185) 6. New York Rangers 50-35 (144-191) Semifinals: Boston Bruins * - Detroit Red Wings 4-1 Montreal Canadiens * - Chicago Blackhawks 4-0 Stanley Cup Finals: Montreal Canadiens * - Boston Bruins 4-1