Former NHL player Ron Duguay dies at 69 from cancer

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Ron Duguay, who played nearly 1,000 games in the NHL from the late 1970s through the 1980s, has died of cancer at 69.

Ron Duguay, a former NHL player who appeared in nearly 1,000 games from the late 1970s through the 1980s, has died of cancer at 69. The New York Rangers confirmed his death on Thursday after being informed by his family.

Duguay spent his first six seasons with the Rangers after being drafted 13th overall in 1977. He was an All-Star in 1981-82 as a point-a-game producer. Born in Sudbury, Ontario, Duguay later played for the Detroit Red Wings, Pittsburgh Penguins and Los Angeles Kings, with another stint back at the Rangers. He finished his career with 673 points in the regular season and playoffs before playing in Germany and the minor leagues.

The Rangers described Duguay as 'one of the most popular players in franchise history'. The club said his 'signature skating style — with his hair flowing as he moved down the ice — captivated the Garden faithful'. His family had started a GoFundMe campaign earlier this year to offset the costs of travel and treatments.

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• Former NHL player Ron Duguay dies at 69 after a bout with cancerRon Duguay, who played nearly 1,000 games in the NHL from the late 1970s through the ‘80s, has died of cancer.Clickorlando · 22 Oct, 15:02
• Former NHL player Ron Duguay dies at 69 after a bout with cancerRon Duguay, who played nearly 1,000 games in the NHL from the late 1970s through the ‘80s, has died of cancer.News4Jax · 22 Oct, 15:02

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