Dryden: Six Rings, Eight Years, One Unfair Cancer Rival
Ken Dryden, the legendary goalie who backstopped the NHL's most championship-blessed franchise to six titles between 1970-71 and 1978-79, has sadly passed away after a battle with cancer. In just eight NHL seasons, Dryden went from goalie newbie to trophy magnet, collecting cups like most people collect parking tickets. His reign was so dominant, opponents probably wished the ice was infested with piranhas instead. As the 70s rolled on, Drydenâs career acted like a sprint relayâonly with a puck, pads, and no running allowed. The poor guy fought cancer bravely, reminding us all that even legends can finally face the toughest goalie of all: mortality.
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Dryden blocked pucks and dreams alikeâsix cups in eight seasons, then cancer checked him in after the final whistle. NHLâs best goalie fought the toughest opponent with less gear and zero penalties allowed.
Six Stanley Cups and cancer wins the final faceoff. Guess not even goalie magic protects your health stats.
Ken Dryden proved you can win more trophies than most people have coins. Then life hit him with a cancer curveball no mask could save him from.
Source: Feeds | Published: 9/6/2025 | Author: The Associated Press
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