Montreal Canadiens legend Guy Lafleur had surgery Thursday to remove a lobe from one of his lungs and ganglions, the team announced on behalf of his family Sunday.

According to the club's statement, Lafleur's operation was successful. He'll remain under observation at a Montreal hospital and is expected to return home in the coming days to continue his recovery.

The 68-year-old underwent quadruple bypass heart surgery in September.

Lafleur is the Canadiens' all-time points and assists leader, and he ranks second in franchise history in career goals.

The Hockey Hall of Famer won the Stanley Cup five times with Montreal in the 1970s.

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