Canadiens Hall of Famer, Henry Richard Dies
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Henry Richard dies at the age of 84
It is definitely a sad period for all Canadiens ice hockey fans. This is due to the passing of the famous ice hockey Hall of Famer, Henry Richard. Richard died at the age of 84 on Friday, 6 March after his long battle with Alzheimer’s.
His death was officially announced by the Canadiens’ on the same day of his death. Earlier on, Canadian based French magazine, Le Journal de Montréal announced the sportsman’s Alzheimer’s diagnosis in 2015.
The History of Henry Richard
Born in 1936, Richard is well known for his 20-year ice hockey career. The former Montreal Canadiens centerman played for the team in the National Hockey League for his entire 20-year career. Also, his older brother, Maurice Richard, is also a popular Hall of Famer.
Maurice Richard also played for the Montreal Canadiens as their Right-wing for 18 years. Both brothers have left a huge gap in the ice hockey league. Meaning, their shoes will be pretty hard to fill.
Henry Richard’s Career in the Ice Hockey League
Henry Richard dies at the age of 84
Due to the great record already set by his older brother, Maurice Richard. Henry Richard had a pretty big reputation to live up to. Especially, for his small frame 160 pounds and five foot seven stature.
However, his brilliance in playmaking in the Canadian National Hockey League made him an even greater accessory. Henry Richard is well known for his speed, and great stick handler. Additionally is also known as quite an outstanding goalscorer.
Also, the sporting legend still sets the record for the longest-serving Montreal Canadiens player. At 1256 games, 358goals and 688 assists, Richard is the best serving player and will forever be remembered. To show this, his number 16 jersey was retired by the hockey team.
Henry Richard is also known as the Canadiens’ Ice Hockey team captain from 1971 to 1975. On top of it all, he was the all-star player ten times. In 1979, Richard was inaugurated into the Hockey Hall of Fame.
Conclusion
Henry Richard will definitely leave a mark that will never be forgotten in the NHL. His career is still one of the best ice hockey careers in Canadian history.
FAQs
How many Stanley Cups did Canadiens’ former captain, Henry Richard, win?
Richard sets the NHL record at 11 Stanley cups as a player.
Where was Henri Richard born?
The late ice hockey player was born in Montreal Canada. This could probably explain how he became the centerman for Montreal Canadiens.
Who was the last to wear the number 16 jersey for the Montreal Canadiens?
Henry Richard is the last man to wear the Montreal Canadiens’ numbers 16 jersey. The Ice hockey team decided to honour their longest playing and best player by retiring the jersey.
Which player won 11 Stanley Cups?
This happens to be the NHL record set by the late ice hockey legend Henry Richard. Richard made these achievements while playing for the Montreal Canadiens.
Which year did Henry Richard Retire?
Richard played his last season from 1974 and 1975. After his number 16 jersey was retired by the Montreal Canadiens to honour him.
