Avalanche Statement on Pierre Lacroix

Former general manager and team president passes away at age 72

Pierre Lacroix Podium Speech

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By Colorado Avalanche
@Avalanche ColoradoAvalanche.com

The Colorado Avalanche hockey team today released the following statement on the passing of former general manager and team president Pierre Lacroix:
It is with great sadness that the Colorado Avalanche organization has learned of the passing of Pierre Lacroix. Pierre was the architect of the Avalanche's two Stanley Cup championships, which included the city of Denver's first major sports championship in 1996. Pierre was instrumental in not only the team's on-ice success but also building the Avalanche brand into what it is today. His legacy reaches far beyond the NHL level and his impact can be felt throughout all of youth hockey in the Rocky Mountain region. Our thoughts are with the Lacroix family during this difficult time, his wife, Colombe, his sons Martin and Eric, and his three grandchildren.
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