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Delvecchio Hockey Icon Status Fueled by Fort William Roots
Alex Delvecchio, Fort William native and Detroit Red Wings legend, died at 93 on July 1. His storied career included three Stanley Cups, 12 years as captain, 1,549 games, 456 goals, 825 assists, and 1,281 points. he also coached and served as GM. The Northwestern Ontario Sports Hall of Fame preserves his memory, Saintly traits lauded by peers, and a 1970 Alex Delvecchio Day in Thunder Bay.
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Alex Delvecchio
Fort William
Detroit Red Wings
NHL
Delvecchio
Northwestern Ontario Sports Hall of Fame
Ross Brewitt
Brewitt
Alex
Lakehead
Fats
The
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Pruden Street
Frank
Anne
Tony
Laura
Elsie
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Ture
East End Athletic Association
Lou Passador
Hurricanes
Passador
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Dave Gatherum
Don Poile
Moe) Irving
Sault Ste. Marie
CPR
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OHA
Oshawa Generals
Oshawa
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Detroit
Indianapolis Capitals
Toronto
Indianapolis
Adams
Tommy Ivan
Lady Byng
Lester Patrick
Hockey Hall of Fame
Gordie Howe
Thunder Bay
Ortona Legion
Saul Laskin
Sid Abel