The Montreal Canadiens, often referred to as the Habs (an abbreviation of the French 'Les Habitants'), are a professional ice hockey team based in Montreal, Quebec, Canada. They are members of the Atlantic Division of the Eastern Conference of the National Hockey League (NHL). The Canadiens are one of the most successful and storied franchises in NHL history, having won 24 Stanley Cup championships, more than any other team in the league. The Canadiens have a passionate fan base and are one of the most popular teams in the NHL.