Overview
- The NHL Alumni Association announced on Thursday that Claude Lemieux has died at the age of 60 and the family has asked for privacy.
- Lemieux made a public appearance as the ceremonial torchbearer at the Bell Centre on Monday, three days before his death, drawing a warm reception from fans.
- Over a 21-season NHL career he won four Stanley Cups and earned the 1995 Conn Smythe Trophy after scoring 13 playoff goals in that run.
- After retiring from play he worked as an agent with 4Sports Hockey and at the time of his death had negotiated active contracts for players including Frederik Andersen, Rasmus Andersson, Timo Meier and Moritz Seider.
- No official cause of death has been released and further updates are expected as teams, clients or family members may issue statements or provide details.