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Flyers Legend Bernie Parent Dies at 80, Remembered Fondly

9/23/2025

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Bernie Parent, the Philadelphia Flyers' iconic goalie, died at age 80.
Eric Lindros recalled Parent's joyful presence at the 2012 NHL Winter Classic Alumni Game, where he received a memorable ovation.
Parent's legacy includes two Stanley Cup rings, multiple awards, generosity, and enduring ties with Flyers fans, alumni, Joe Watson, and youth hockey.

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Story summary

Bernie Parent, the Philadelphia Flyers' iconic goalie, died at age 80.
Eric Lindros recalled Parent's joyful presence at the 2012 NHL Winter Classic Alumni Game, where he received a memorable ovation.
Parent's legacy includes two Stanley Cup rings, multiple awards, generosity, and enduring ties with Flyers fans, alumni, Joe Watson, and youth hockey.