Didier Pitre
Canadian ice hockey player (1883-1934) · Canada · On the map · Athletes · Died at 50
Joseph George Didier "Cannonball" Pitre was a Canadian professional ice hockey player. Nicknamed "Cannonball," he was renowned for having one of the hardest shots during his playing career.
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Montreal Le National
Montreal Canadiens
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About this person
One of the first players to join the Montreal Canadiens, Pitre and his teammates' French-Canadian heritage led to the team being nicknamed The Flying Frenchmen. His teammates on the Canadiens included Jack Laviolette and Newsy Lalonde.
Country
Canada
Category
Athletes
Type
Athlete
Status
Deceased
Dates
Lived 1883 to 1934 · aged 50
