Montreal Canadiens legend and Stanley Cup winner sadly passes away
The Canadiens organization is in mourning today, as one of their legends and four-time Cup winner, Robert Rousseau, has sadly passed away at the age of 85.
The Montreal Canadiens announced with sadness the passing of Robert "Bobby" Rousseau at the age of 85 in Trois-Rivières.
Born in Montreal on July 26, 1940, Rousseau had a long and memorable hockey career that left a mark on the Canadiens and the NHL.
What Robert Rousseau did before joining the NHL
Before joining Montreal, Rousseau made a name for himself with the Hull-Ottawa Canadiens, winning the Memorial Cup in 1958. He shone again at the senior level in 1960-61, scoring 60 points in just 38 games.
That same year, he represented Canada at the Winter Olympics in Squaw Valley, helping the team win a silver medal.
Rousseau's NHL career took off in 1961-62 with the Canadiens, when he earned the Calder Trophy as the league's top rookie after scoring 21 goals and 45 points in 70 games.
Why Robert Rousseau is known as an NHL legend
Over 10 seasons with Montreal, he helped the team win four Stanley Cups and became known as a smooth skater and skilled playmaker. He tied for the NHL lead in assists in 1965-66 with 48, alongside Stan Mikita and teammate Jean Béliveau.
In 942 NHL games with the Canadiens, Minnesota North Stars, and New York Rangers, Rousseau recorded 703 points. With Montreal alone, he had 522 points, ranking 22nd in franchise history.
He is also one of just eight Canadiens players to score five goals in a game, achieving the feat against Detroit in 1964.
Rousseau was not only a gifted hockey player but also a talented golfer. He is survived by his wife Huguette, his children Richard, Pierre, and Anne, and several grandchildren and great-grandchildren. May he rest in peace.
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