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Canadiens' Markov sets up Pacioretty, keeps climbing franchise assist list

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Andrei Markov continues to cement his legacy as one of the most prolific passers in Montreal Canadiens history.

The 37-year-old defenseman delivered a perfect dish to Max Pacioretty, who scored his 20th goal of the season Sunday afternoon against the Carolina Hurricanes.

(Courtesy: NHL.com)

Markov's helper was his 407th career assist in his 900th game, moving him past Guy Lapointe into sole possession of 10th place on the Canadiens' all-time assist list.

He's now one helper behind Elmer Lach for ninth, and 14 behind Maurice "Rocket" Richard for eighth.

Markov also moved into second place on the franchise's all-time assist list among defensemen, but he'll have a hard time catching Larry Robinson, who notched 686.

Markov has spent his entire 15-year career with the Canadiens, racking up 111 goals and 518 points from the blue line.

- With h/t to Heather Engel

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