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Joseph Jacques Omer Plante (French pronunciation: [ʒɑk plɑ̃t]; January 17, 1929 – February 27, 1986) was a Canadian professional ice hockey goaltender. During a career lasting from 1947 to 1975, he was considered to be one of the most important innovators in hockey.
- 6 ft 0 in (183 cm)
- 175 lb (79 kg; 12 st 7 lb)
- 1947–1965 1968–1973, 1974–1975
- Goaltender
Jacques Plante. Full Name: Joseph Jacques Omer Plante. (Jake the Snake, The Innovator) Position: G • Catches: Left. 6-0 , 175lb (183cm, 79kg) Born: , in Shawinigan Falls, Died: February 27, 1986. Hall of Fame: Inducted as Player 1978 () As Coach: 1 Yr, 38‑36‑4, 80 Pts.
- January 17, 1929
Jacques Plante was an innovative French-Canadian hockey player, one of the most successful of all goaltenders in the National Hockey League (NHL). He was an integral member of the powerful Montreal Canadiens team that won a record five successive Stanley Cups (1956–60); following his pioneering.
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Jan 6, 2024 · Today in 1986, Jacques Plante died. One of the greatest NHL players ever, in his career from 1947-1975, he won six Stanley Cups with the Montreal Canadiens. He also won seven Vezinas, popularized the goalie mask & was inducted into the Hockey Hall of Fame in 1978. pic.twitter.com/1WmG9LWKsB.
Jan 17, 2024 · Jacques Plante holds the Montreal Canadiens record for wins by a goaltender. (THW Archives) Canadiens head coach Toe Blake was unhappy about the mask but because the team had no other option at...
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Jan 23, 2008 · Jacques Plante, hockey goaltender (b near Mont Carmel, Qué 17 Jan 1929; d at Geneva, Switz 26 Feb 1986). He began playing goal for a factory team in Shawinigan and played junior for Québec Citadels before turning professional with Montreal Royals at age 22.
Sep 22, 2023 · You might not be familiar with his name, but you should be. Jacques Plante was not just any ice hockey player; he was a pioneer, an innovator, and a game-changer in the goaltending world. In this blog, we’ll explore Jacques Plante, why he is famous, and his incredible impact on the sport we all love.
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