Henri Richard
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Henri Richard, known affectionately as the "Pocket Rocket," was a legendary figure in the world of ice hockey. Born on February 29, 1936, in Montreal, Quebec, he was the younger brother of Maurice "Rocket" Richard, another iconic player in the sport. Henri's career was defined by his exceptional skill, leadership, and a remarkable ability to perform under pressure.

Henri Richard, known affectionately as the "Pocket Rocket," was a legendary figure in the world of ice hockey. Born on February 29, 1936, in Montreal, Quebec, he was the younger brother of Maurice "Rocket" Richard, another iconic player in the sport. Henri's career was defined by his exceptional skill, leadership, and a remarkable ability to perform under pressure.

Career Scoring Stats

NHL 1956-1975

Goals

358

Assists

688

#63 All-Time

Points

1,046

#75 All-Time

Plus/Minus

126

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Career Timeline

1956-1975

Montreal Canadiens (NHL)

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Born Feb 29th, 1936

Died Mar 6th, 2020

Age 84 years old

Height / Weight 5' 7" 160 lbs

Position C

Sweater # 16

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