Montreal Canadiens icon Guy Lafleur died at the age of 70, his sister Lise LaFleur announced Friday.
The cause of death was not immediately made known. On Tuesday, the Canadiens acknowledged reports of his health, asking for fans to respect the privacy of LaFleur and his family.
The Hockey Hall of Fame is saddened to learn of the passing of Honoured Member Guy Lafleur.
— Hockey Hall of Fame (@HockeyHallFame) April 22, 2022
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Lafleur played 14 seasons in Montreal between 1971-1985. Nicknamed "The Flower," he helped lead the Canadiens to five Stanley Cups in the 1970s, including four consecutive championships from 1976-79. He also won three straight Art Ross Trophies during that span.
He is the franchise's all-time assists and points leader with 728 and 1,246, respectively. He also ranks second in career goals for Montreal behind Maurice Richard.
LaFleur was inducted into the Hockey Hall of Fame in 1988.
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