BREAKING - Former Flyers player has sadly passed away at the age of 70
Dave Gardner, the 8th overall pick in the 1972 NHL Draft, has passed away at age 70, according to NHL Alumni.
During his career, Gardner played 350 games and scored 190 points for multiple teams, including the Montreal Canadiens, St. Louis Blues, California Seals, Cleveland Barrons, and Philadelphia Flyers. His father and brother, Cal and Paul, also played in the NHL, making hockey a significant part of his family's legacy.
The NHL Alumni Association is deeply saddened to learn that Dave Gardner has passed away at the age of 70.
Dave was drafted to the
@NHL in 1972 to the @CanadiensMTL 8th overall. He played 350 games in the league for numerous teams, scoring 190 points.
Hockey has run through
Dave was drafted to the
@NHL in 1972 to the @CanadiensMTL 8th overall. He played 350 games in the league for numerous teams, scoring 190 points.
Hockey has run through
Despite his son pursuing a professional hockey career in Europe, he was unable to transition to the NHL. Gardner's contributions to the sport of hockey will not be forgotten, and our thoughts are with his loved ones during this difficult time.
Source: Bladeofsteel.com
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