Hockey world mourns passing of Henri ‘Pocket Rocket’ Richard

Stephen Brunt reflects on the life and career of Henri Richard and how he was able to carve out his own place in hockey history.

Sportsnet Staff March 6, 2020, 11:09 AM

Montreal Canadiens legend Henri Richard — who won a record 11 Stanley Cups over 20 seasons with the Canadiens — has passed away at the age 84.

Quickly after the news of his passing was announced, tributes began to pour in on Twitter for the man nicknamed the “Pocket Rocket.”

Commissioner Bettman statement on the passing of @CanadiensMTL icon Henri Richard. pic.twitter.com/CHF6s4XMXB

— NHL Public Relations (@NHLPR) March 6, 2020

RIP sir and thank you for taking the time with me as an 8 yo to talk hockey. It had a big impact on my life. #pocketrocket https://t.co/TxchRxrLpq

— Hayley Wickenheiser (@wick_22) March 6, 2020

Henri « Pocket Rocket » Richard was a great player and a great ambassador for the Montreal Canadiens organization. His passing is a great loss for all. My thoughts are with his family.

— Geoff Molson (@GMolsonCHC) March 6, 2020

Hope the man with more rings than fingers sleeps tight #Rocket

— Al Parker (@powerplayparker) March 6, 2020

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Bon repos, M. Richard.

Sincères condoléances à la famille Richard.

The Rocket and Pocket Rocket réunis pour un match d’hockey dans le ciel.

— Amanda Stein (@amandacstein) March 6, 2020

Rest in a peace to a legend. Henri Richard won 11 Stanley Cups as a player, the most in NHL history. Condolences to his family, friends, and the hockey community#GoHabsGo pic.twitter.com/IABlZBRkSO

— Mike Commito (@mikecommito) March 6, 2020

The Hockey Hall of Fame is saddened to learn of the passing of Honoured Member Henri Richard.

We offer our condolences to his family and friends. pic.twitter.com/iIgpjJSm7n

— Hockey Hall of Fame (@HockeyHallFame) March 6, 2020

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