Alex Delvecchio, the Hockey Hall of Famer and former linemate of Gordie Howe, has died. He was 93.
The Detroit Red Wings announced the news on social media Tuesday. The cause of death was unknown.
The centre from Fort William, Ont., played in Detroit for the entirety of his 24-year NHL career, spanning from 1950-51 to 1973-74.
"The Detroit Red Wings organization is deeply saddened by the passing of Alex Delvecchio – a true Red Wings great whose contributions to our team, our city, and the game of hockey will never be forgotten,” said Detroit Red Wings Governor and CEO, Chris Ilitch in a statement.
“Alex embodied what it means to be a Red Wing: loyalty, humility, and excellence on and off the ice. For over two decades, including 12 as captain of the Red Wings, Alex earned the reputation as one of the best two-way forwards in NHL history.
"Following his Hall of Fame career, he continued to represent the Red Wings with class and distinction as both an executive and ambassador. Our thoughts are with the Delvecchio family and all those who were fortunate enough to know and admire Alex."
Delvecchio replaced Sid Abel in the middle of the famed "Production Line" between Howe and Ted Lindsay. He was a key part of the Red Wings' Stanley Cup-winning teams in 1952, 1954 and 1955.
He played in 13 all-star games, was a second-team NHL all-star and won the Lady Byng Trophy for gentlemanly play three times.
Delvecchio, who captained the Red Wings for 12 years, finished his career with 1,281 points (456 goals, 825 assists) and 383 penalty minutes in 1,549 games.
This report by The Canadian Press was first published July 1, 2025.
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