“The National Hockey League mourns the passing of one of its most iconic and distinctive Players. As gregarious a personality as he was explosive as a player, Hull was a true superstar and the face of the Chicago Blackhawks throughout the 1960s and early ’70s,” Bettman said in a statement. During his prime, there was no more prolific goal-scorer in all of hockey. “When Bobby Hull wound up to take a slapshot, fans throughout the NHL rose to their feet in anticipation and opposing goaltenders braced themselves. NHL commissioner Gary Bettman expressed his condolences. In 1063 NHL games, the 12-time All-Star finished with 610 goals and 560 assists.
US skier Kyle Smaine killed in avalanche in Japan aged 31 Grand Prix on Januin Mammoth, California. MAMMOTH, CA - JANUARY 19: Kyle Smaine competes in the final round of the FIS Freeski World Cup 2018 Men's Ski Halfpipe during the Toyota U.S. Hull won the Art Ross Trophy as the leading NHL scorer three times, the Hart Trophy as the league’s most valuable player twice and the Lady Byng Trophy in 1965 for exhibiting “the best type of sportsmanship and gentlemanly conduct combined with a high standard of playing ability.” We extend our condolences to the Hull family.”
“Generations of Chicagoans were dazzled by Bobby’s shooting prowess, skating skill and overall team leadership that led to 604 career goals, a franchise record that remains to this day. The Golden Jet helped the Blackhawks win the 1961 Stanley Cup and delivered countless memories to our fans, whom he adored. “Hull is part of an elite group of players who made a historic impact on our hockey club. “The Chicago Blackhawks are saddened by the passing of Blackhawks legend Bobby Hull, a superstar for our franchise between 19,” the Blackhawks wrote in a statement.
Bobby Hull, hockey Hall of Famer and Stanley Cup champion, died Monday at 84, the Chicago Blackhawks announced.
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