New York Rangers legend and five-time Stanley Cup champion sadly passes away at 92
Former New York Rangers and five-time Stanley Cup Champion Donnie Marshall has sadly passed away.
A valuable member of the Montreal Canadiens during the early years of the NHL along with the Rangers, Donnie Marshall, has sadly passed away at 92-years old.
Marshall was a five-time Stanley Cup Champion won five straight Stanley Cups with the Montreal Canadiens as part of a 19-year NHL career, was the only surviving member of the dynasty that won five Stanley Cups from 1957 to 1960.
The Montreal Canadiens have released a heartfelt statement following Marshall's passing:
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
The New York Rangers have also released a statement following the passing of Donnie Marshall:
The Rangers are saddened to learn of the passing of Don Marshall. One of the most dependable and versatile players of his era, Don played seven seasons with the Blueshirts, serving as an alternate captain and assistant coach while playing for the team. We extend our condolences to Don's family, friends, and loved ones during this difficult time.
On behalf of everyone here at NY Rangers Insider we send our deepest thoughts and condolences to the friends and family of Donnie Marshall as they navigate through this difficult time.
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