Hockey world mourns the sudden passing of former NHL Metropolitan Division goaltender Greg Millen
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The hockey community mourns the sudden loss of alumni member and former Metropolitan division goaltender Greg Millen, who passed away at 67-years old on Monday.
The NHL Alumni Association confirmed the devastating news on Monday afternoon, that the longtime goaltender of 14 seasons, Greg Millen suddenly passed away.
Millen leaves behind his wife and four kids, according to the NHL alumni's statement shared.
Heartbreaking post made by the NHL Alumni Association on Millen passing
It is with heavy hearts we share the sudden passing of Greg Millen today. He played 14 seasons between the pipes in the National Hockey League for six teams: the Pittsburgh Penguins, Hartford Whalers, St. Louis Blues, Quebec Nordiques, Chicago Blackhawks, and Detroit Red Wings. Over his NHL career, Millen appeared in more than 600 regular-season games.
Several reporters quickly shared their condolences and respects for the longtime netminder following the devastating news:
Wow. Awful news. Greg was a true gentleman. Thinking of the Millen family and all of his friends.
Said Frank Seravalli of Daily Faceoff
Said Frank Seravalli of Daily Faceoff
This is just gutting. A good man gone far too soon.
Said TSN's Chris Johnston
Said TSN's Chris Johnston
Awful day for everyone who worked with Greg. Loved hockey and his role in it.
The only thing he loved more was his growing family: wife, children and, now, grandchildren. Very, very sorry for their loss
Said Sportsnet's Elliotte Friedman
The only thing he loved more was his growing family: wife, children and, now, grandchildren. Very, very sorry for their loss
Said Sportsnet's Elliotte Friedman
On behalf of everyone here at NY Rangers Insider we'd like to send our deepest condolences to the family and friends of Greg Millen as they navigate through this difficult time.
May you rest in peace Greg Millen.
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