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Flyers Legend Bernie Parent Dies at 80, Remembered Fondly

9/21/2025

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Bernie Parent, iconic Flyers goaltender, passed away at 80; cause of death remains undisclosed.
The Philadelphia Flyers celebrated his legacy, highlighting his two Stanley Cup wins in 1974 and 1975.
Parent won the Conn Smythe Trophy twice and became the first Flyer inducted into the Hockey Hall of Fame in 1984.
He was recognized for his vibrant personality and commitment to youth hockey.
The Flyers retired his No. 1 jersey, solidifying his status as a beloved figure in Philadelphia.

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Bernie Parent, iconic Flyers goaltender, passed away at 80; cause of death remains undisclosed.
The Philadelphia Flyers celebrated his legacy, highlighting his two Stanley Cup wins in 1974 and 1975.
Parent won the Conn Smythe Trophy twice and became the first Flyer inducted into the Hockey Hall of Fame in 1984.
He was recognized for his vibrant personality and commitment to youth hockey.
The Flyers retired his No. 1 jersey, solidifying his status as a beloved figure in Philadelphia.