NHL Legend and 5-time Stanley Cup Champion Passes Away at Age 92
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Five-time Stanley Cup Champion Donnie Marshall sadly tragically passes, confirmed by a saddened post from his former team
A key member of the Montreal Canadiens dynasty in the early years of the NHL, Donnie Marshall, has sadly passed away at the age of 92.
Marshall was a five-time Stanley Cup Champion and was the only suriving member of the dynasty that the Canadiens held, when they won five Stanley Cups from 1956 to 1960.
The Montreal Canadiens are saddened to learn of the passing of Donald Robert Marshall, who passed away at the age of 92. Marshall, who was known by the nickname «Donnie,» was the last surviving member of the Canadiens dynasty that won five consecutive Stanley Cups from 1956-1960.
Marshall made his NHL debut in 1951-52, playing one game with the Canadiens before permanently establishing himself with the Habs during the 1954-55 season. The Montreal-born forward played 585 games with the Canadiens between 1951 and 1963, with whom he recorded 254 points (114G, 140A). Marshall mainly played on a line with Phil Goyette and Claude Provost during his time with the Canadiens.
Marshall played in 1,176 career NHL games with Montreal, the New York Rangers, Buffalo Sabers and Toronto Maple Leafs. The 5'10», 160-pound role player scored 265 goals and added 324 assists before retiring at the end of the 1971-72 season.
The Canadiens extend their deepest condolences to Donnie's family, friends and loved ones. Our thoughts are with them at during this difficult time. He will always be remembered as one of the great champions in the history of the organization.
-Montreal Canadiens
Marshall made his NHL debut in 1951-52, playing one game with the Canadiens before permanently establishing himself with the Habs during the 1954-55 season. The Montreal-born forward played 585 games with the Canadiens between 1951 and 1963, with whom he recorded 254 points (114G, 140A). Marshall mainly played on a line with Phil Goyette and Claude Provost during his time with the Canadiens.
Marshall played in 1,176 career NHL games with Montreal, the New York Rangers, Buffalo Sabers and Toronto Maple Leafs. The 5'10», 160-pound role player scored 265 goals and added 324 assists before retiring at the end of the 1971-72 season.
The Canadiens extend their deepest condolences to Donnie's family, friends and loved ones. Our thoughts are with them at during this difficult time. He will always be remembered as one of the great champions in the history of the organization.
-Montreal Canadiens
Marshall was a stored NHL'er, playing over 1,000 games nearing the 1,200 mark.
Donnie Marshall, last surviving member of Canadiens' 50s dynasty, dies at 92
Us at Hawksinsider send our deepest thoughts, prayers and condolences to the Marshall family, friends and those affected by this tragedy.
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