Armand Gaudreault
Canadian ice hockey player
Born
July 14th, 1921
104 years ago
Died
July 2nd, 2013
12 years ago — 91 years old
Category
Athletes & Sports Figures
Country
Canada
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A prominent ice hockey player, played as a left winger. Participated in the National Hockey League (NHL) primarily for the Montreal Canadiens. Contributed to the team's successes during the 1940s, securing multiple Stanley Cup championships. Gained recognition for performance on the ice and contribution to the sport.
Played for Montreal Canadiens
Won Stanley Cup in 1944 and 1946
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