Montreal Canadiens announce the passing of last surviving member of iconic dynasty
Sad news in the NHL today as the Montreal Canadiens announced that Donald Marshall has passed away at the age of 92
Marshall played for the Montreal Canadiens when they won five Stanley Cups in a row between 1956 and 1960. He was the last surviving member of the dynasty and was heralded by Habs fans.
Below you can find an excerpt from the NHL.com article about Marshall.
"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, the Buffalo Sabres, and the 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."
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, the Buffalo Sabres, and the 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."
Our thoughts go out to the Marshall family during this extremely difficult time. He will always be remembered and his legacy will live on.
RIP Donald Marshall
Source: NHL.com
The Canadiens are saddened to learn of the passing of Donald Marshall
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