Maple Leafs Mourn the Loss of a Former Goaltender Who Recently Passed Away
Over the weekend, we reported the sad news of Dunc Wilson's passing.
The Toronto Maple Leafs made an official statement earlier today in his honor.
Maple Leafs Mourn Wilson
Here's what they published on social medias on Tuesday morning:
"We are saddened to hear of the passing of Dunc Wilson. Dunc spent two seasons with the Maple Leafs from 1973-1975 and appeared in 49 games. Our condolences are with his friends and family."
They've also added these great pictures of Wilson in Leafs' uniform.
Looking Back at Wilson's Life
He played 287 with the Flyers, Maple Leafs, Rangers, Penguins and Canucks between 1969 and 1979.
The Toronto native had a record of 17-22-7 with the Leafs.
In retirement, he travelled and spent time with his family.
He passed away at 75, in Utila, Honduras, where he had been living for the last few years.
We send our deepest condoences to his friends and family.
As seen on Maple Leafs Daily -
Leafs mourning the loss of a former goaltender after his passing
POLL |
OCTOBRE 24 | 145 ANSWERS Maple Leafs Mourn the Loss of a Former Goaltender Who Recently Passed Away Do you think Dunc Wilson will be inducted in the Hockey Hall of Fame? |
Yes | 46 | 31.7 % |
No | 99 | 68.3 % |
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