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NHL Veteran Danny McCourt Passes Away at 70

1/23/2025

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NHL veteran Danny McCourt, who dedicated 25 years to the sport as a linesman and officiating manager, has passed away at 70. With over 1,600 NHL games under his belt, he shaped the Northern Ontario Junior Hockey League's officiating program. Inducted into the Sudbury Sports Hall of Fame, McCourt leaves behind a lasting legacy in hockey.

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NHL veteran Danny McCourt, who dedicated 25 years to the sport as a linesman and officiating manager, has passed away at 70. With over 1,600 NHL games under his belt, he shaped the Northern Ontario Junior Hockey League's officiating program. Inducted into the Sudbury Sports Hall of Fame, McCourt leaves behind a lasting legacy in hockey.