Armand Gaudreault

Canadian ice hockey player

Armand Gaudreault - Canadian ice hockey player
Born

July 14th, 1921
103 years ago

Died

July 2nd, 2013
11 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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