Four-time Stanley Cup champion Claude Lemieux has died at the age of 60, the NHL Alumni Association announced Thursday, May 28.
In a statement shared by the Canadians organization, Lemieux is remembered as a “a fierce competitor who rose to the occasion in big moments."
"Claude was a relentless, courageous, and tenacious player who led the team to the highest honors," Geoff Molson, owner and CEO of Groupe CH, said. "He embodied the very essence of being a Montreal Canadiens player. Today we mourn the untimely passing of one of our champions. Our thoughts are with his family on this difficult day.”
TMZ further reports that the NHL legend died by suicide, as he was "found Thursday morning at a business in Florida, which is owned by his family."
Throughout his distinguished career, Lemieux played for 21 years with the Montreal Canadiens, New Jersey Devils, Colorado Avalanche, Phoenix Coyotes, Dallas Stars, and San Jose Sharks, winning the Stanley Cup in 1986, 1995, 1996, and 2000. He was also awarded the Conn Smythe Trophy in 1995, which is given to the most valuable player during the playoffs.
Lemieux recently made a public appearance on Monday, May 25, in Montreal before Game 3 of the Eastern Conference final between the Canadiens and the Carolina Hurricanes.
Following this tragic news, many people rushed to pay tribute to the NHL legend.
"Dude was so clutch. When playoffs came his game elevated 10x. Unreal he's gone so early," one person wrote.
"Man this hurts. One of the great personalities in the NHL. Cast as the bad guy in every city other than his own," another person shared.
"Rest easy, Pepe. I’m grateful you got one last ovation from the fans to let you know you were loved," a fan commented.
"This man completely shaped the landscape of the NHL in the 90s. He won several cups and ignited the most passionate rivalry I've ever seen. Rest In Peace Legend," another fan expressed.
"One of my all time favorite Habs. This man was made for playoff hockey," one fan said.
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