The taxes are arrived from all over Canada and beyond after former Montreal Canadiens goalkeeper Ken Dryden, a legend of the Canadian hockey, died at the age of 78.
Prime Minister Mark Carney was one of the first to take social networks to share their condolences.
“Ken Dryden was the reason I became a goalkeeper, although I never dominated his ability to support my stick and much less keep the album out of the network,” said Carney in an X post.
He said that Dryden’s legacy went far beyond his playing career in the Hall of Fame, pointing out his balance of education, public service and sport as a model for Canadians.
“Few Canadians have given more or remained higher for our country,” said the prime minister. “Ken Dryden was Big Canada. And it was the best Canada. Rest in peace.”
Ken Dryden, the goalkeeper of the Hall of Fame, whose long curriculum inside and outside the hockey included six victories of the Stanley Cup with the Montreal Canadiens and helping the victory that defines the generation of Canada in the series of the 1972 summit, died Friday at the age of 78 years after a battle with cancer.
Dryden won six Stanley cups with the Habs during the team’s seventy dynasty. He was also exhausted for helping the victory that defines the generation of Canada in the 1972 summit against the Soviet Union.
The former teammate Sergard Savard recalled the entrance of the six -foot and four -inch goalkeeper in the League in 1971 as a 23 -year -old rookie directly from the University of Cornell and in the historic dressing room of Montreal Canadiens.
Savard recalled that Dryden would come to the locker room with books under his arm and attend the University of McGill after practice.
He said in an interview that many of his teammates hardened by battle would realize that Dryden just before his time.
A lawyer, author, political and executive of the NHL, Dryden left an indelible brand in large stripes of the broader Canadian society. He was invested as an officer of the Order of Canada in May 2013.
Governor General Mary Simon said Dryden dedicated her life to advance to the well -being of Canadians both inside and outside the ice.
“The quiet but powerful empathy of Mr. Dryden, as well as his grace and devotion to serve others, are an inspiration. His contributions will be remembered with great respect,” Simon said in a statement.
“On behalf of all Canadians, my husband Whit and I offer our deepest and sincere condolences to his family, friends and all the ones touched for his extraordinary life and work.”
Legacy to inspire generations
Dryden retired from hockey at 30 years before moving to several other races, including public service in Ottawa. He held the position of Social Development Minister from 2004 to 2006 during the liberal government of the then Prime Minister Paul Martin.
Geoff Molson, owner and president of the Montreal Canadiens, said Dryden was one of the “true legends” that helped shape the club in what it is today.
“We regret today not only the loss of the cornerstone of one of the biggest hockey dynasties, but also a family man, a reflective citizen and a gentleman who deeply impacted our lives and communities in generations,” Molson said.
“Ken embodied the best of everything that are the Montreal Canadiens, and their legacy within our society transcends our sport.”
Canadian journalist and author Steve Paikin reflects on the contributions of his close friend Ken Dryden, both as a federal athlete. The member of the Hockey Hall of Fame died Friday at the age of 78 after a battle against cancer.
Carey Price, a former star goalkeeper from the Canadiens, expressed condolences on social networks and commented on Dryden’s influence.
“Thank you Mr. Dryden, for your service not only as Canadien, but also as a Canadian,” said Price.
“You helped me as a young goalkeeper and I will always be grateful for your reflective words of encouragement.”
Dryden also served as president of the Toronto Maple Leafs from 1997 to 2004, a section accentuated by trips to the Eastern Conference final in 1999 and 2002, before giving up politics.
The general manager of Maple Leafs, Brad Treliving, said Dryden brought his leadership and vision to the team, establishing a “standard of excellence in his position.”
“His influence on our organization, in the hockey game and in Canadian life was deep and lasting,” Treliving said in a statement.
Other NHL teams joined together to share their condolences on Saturday.
Vancouver Canucks said Dryden’s impact was “feeling much beyond the fold.”
“On behalf of the entire Canucks organization, our players, staff and fans, we extend our most sincere condolences to the family, Ken’s friends and all who admire it,” said the team in a statement published in X. “His legacy will continue to inspire generations of hockey players and thinkers.”
The Kings of Los Angeles said in an X publication that Dryden was a “giant in both hockey and life, inspiring countless people and influencing the change of deep ways that will always be remembered.”
Dryden survives his wife, Lynda, and his two children.
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