One of the greatest Montreal Canadiens players of all time has unfortunately passed away. Ken Dryden, the legendary goaltender who backstopped the team's dynasty in the 1970s , passed away at the age of 78, the Canadiens announced on social media. The Hall of Fame netminder had been battling cancer.

“Ken Dryden was an exceptional athlete, but he was also an exceptional man. Behind the mask he was larger than life. We mourn today not only the loss of the cornerstone of one of hockey’s greatest dynasties, but also a family man, a thoughtful citizen, and a gentleman who deeply impacted our lives and communities across generations. He was one of the true legends that helped shape this Club into what it is today,” said Canadiens owner Geoff Molson in a statement on Friday night.

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