Archive · 22 Sep 2025
Hockey Legend Bernie Parent Dies at 80
Bernie Parent was a famous hockey goalie who helped the Philadelphia Flyers win two Stanley Cups.
Known for his incredible skills and the saying, "Only the Lord saves more than Bernie Parent", he was a key part of the team.
Sadly, an eye injury cut his career short.
He was inducted into the Hockey Hall of Fame and remained a beloved figure in Philadelphia, often appearing at team events and connecting with fans.
Bernie Parent, Flyers' legendary goalie, died at 80.
Parent led the Flyers to Stanley Cup wins in 1974 and 1975.
He won the Conn Smythe and Vezina Trophies in both Cup years.
His career ended due to an eye injury in 1979.
Parent was a Hall of Famer and a beloved figure in Philadelphia.
- Who
- Bernie Parent, a legendary NHL goaltender
- What
- Passed away at the age of 80.
- When
- Died recently.
- Where
- N/A
- Why
- N/A
- Full Name
- Bernard Marcel Parent
- Age at Death
- 80
- Cause of Death
- Died in his sleep
- NHL Teams
- Philadelphia Flyers, Boston Bruins, Toronto Maple Leafs
- Stanley Cups
- 2 (1974, 1975)
- Awards
- 2 Conn Smythe, 2 Vezina Trophies
- Hall of Fame
- Inducted 1984
