What was Jean Potvin’s cause of death?
LEGENDARY ice hockey player Jean Potvin passed away on March 15, 2022, aged 72.
The former New York Islander player was a two-time Stanley Cup winner during his illustrious career and was regarded as a “leader on the ice”.
Who was Jean Potvin?
Originally from Ottawa, Canada, Jean enjoyed a successful 11-year NHL career.
He played the majority of it with the Islanders.
He also had stints with the Los Angeles Kings, Philadelphia Flyers, Cleveland Barons and Minnesota North Stars.
Potvin’s final two seasons with the Islanders saw them win their first of two Stanley Cups in 1980 and 1981.
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Despite his position as a defenseman, Potvin finished his career with 46 goals and 167 assists
After his playing days, the ice hockey star worked on the Islander’s radio broadcast for eight years.
During that time, he also worked as a registered representative for retail investment management firm Josephthal & Co.
Notably, Potvin continued to be involved in the local community for years.
He was a member of the Nassau County Boy Scouts of America Board of Directors for over a decade and worked with Catholic Charities of Brooklyn and Queens.
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What was Jean Potvin's cause of death?
Potvin’s sad passing was confirmed by his former team on social media.
In a statement, New York Islanders general manager, Lou Lamoriello, said: “Our thoughts and prayers go out to the entire Potvin family,
“Jean was a leader on the ice, helping the organization win two Stanley Cup Championships.
“He made his home on the Island and was always such a friendly face in our community. We send our sincere condolences to all those who grieve his loss.”
Potvin is survived by his wife Lorraine, their children - Kim, Leslie and Justin - and their two grandchildren.
A cause of death was not revealed at the time.
Was Jean Potvin related to Denis Potvin?
Jean was the older brother of Denis Potvin – who was inducted into the side’s Hall of Fame in 1991.
The two brothers hold the distinction as the only Islanders defensemen to score a hat trick.
Brother Denis served as the captain of the Islanders from 1979-1987, winning three Stanley Cups.
During his 11-year career, he scored 63 goals and 224 assists in 613 career NHL games.
In 2017, he was named one of the greatest players in the league’s history.
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When did Jean Potvin play for New York Islanders?
Potvin was part of the Islanders from 1972-73 through 1977-78.
He later rejoinied the club for the 1979-80 and 1980-81 seasons.