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Jean Potvin

Canadian ice hockey player (1949-2022) · Canada · On the map · Athletes · Died at 72

Jean René Potvin was a Canadian professional ice hockey defenceman who played eleven seasons in the National Hockey League (NHL). He played for the Los Angeles Kings, Philadelphia Flyers, New York Islanders, Cleveland Barons, and Minnesota North Stars from 1970 to 1981.

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Career 5

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Los Angeles Kings
Minnesota North Stars
Philadelphia Flyers
Cleveland Barons
New York Islanders

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Awards

Stanley Cup

About this person

He was the older brother of Denis Potvin and cousin of Marc Potvin.

Country
Canada
Category
Athletes
Type
Athlete
Status
Deceased
Dates
Lived 1949 to 2022 · aged 72