The 1931–32 Montreal Canadiens season was the team's 23rd season. After winning two consecutive Stanley Cup championships, the Canadiens were favoured to repeat, winning the Canadian division, but lost to the New York Rangers in the semi-finals. Regular season Howie Morenz won the Hart Trophy for his outstanding play during the regular season.. Final standings Record vs. opponents Schedule and results Playoffs The Canadiens, by placing first, received a bye to the semi-finals where they met the New York Rangers, who had won the American Division. The Canadiens, missing some regulars due to injury, lost the best-of-five series three games to one. New York Rangers vs. Montreal Canadiens Player statistics Regular season Scoring Goaltending Playoffs Scoring Goaltending Awards and records O'Brien Cup – winners of Canadian Division Hart Trophy – Howie Morenz, most valuable player Transactions See also 1931–32 NHL season References Montreal Canadiens seasons Montreal Canadiens Montreal Canadiens