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Red Wings legend Ted Lindsay passes away at 93

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The NHL lost one of its all-time greats on Monday.

Detroit Red Wings legend Ted Lindsay has passed away at the age of 93.

“A gentleman, a multiple Stanley Cup winner, an honoured member of the HHOF, a fan of the game, and a dedicated member of the #NHLAlumni- Ted Lindsay has passed away at the age of 93. A great loss for the entire hockey community. Our thoughts are with the Lindsay family.” said the NHL Alumni Association in a statement via Twitter.

Lindsay amassed 379 goals, and 472 assists in 1068 career games and 17 seasons split between the Red Wings and Chicago Blackhawks

He also played in the NHL All-Star Game 11 times, named to the NHL’s First All-Star Team seven times, won the Art Ross Trophy in 1950, and took home the Stanley Cup four times throughout his career.

Lindsay served as the Red Wings’ captain for five seasons from 1952-1956, and had his No. 7 retired by the franchise in 1991.

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