Elmer Lach
Canadian ice hockey player (1918-2015) · Canada · On the map · Athletes · Died at 97
Elmer James Lach was a Canadian professional ice hockey player who played 14 seasons for the Montreal Canadiens in the National Hockey League (NHL). A centre, he was a member of the Punch line, along with Maurice Richard and Toe Blake.
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Montreal Canadiens
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Awards
About this person
Lach led the NHL in scoring twice and was awarded the Hart Trophy in 1945 as the league's most valuable player.
Country
Canada
Category
Athletes
Type
Athlete
Status
Deceased
Dates
Lived 1918 to 2015 · aged 97
