Joseph Henri Richard (February 29, 1936 – March 6, 2020) was a Canadian professional ice hockey player who played centre with the Montreal Canadiens in the National Hockey League (NHL) from 1955 to 1975. He was nicknamed "Pocket Rocket" after his older brother, Canadiens' legend and fellow Hockey Hall of Famer Maurice "Rocket" Richard. Henri played his entire professional career with the Canadiens and won the Stanley Cup 11 times as a player, the most in NHL history. Richard and Bill Russell of the National Basketball Association are tied for the record of the most championships won by an athlete in a North American sports league. In 2017, Richard was named one of the '100 Greatest NHL Players' in history.
Henri Richard
Athlete
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Canadian ice hockey player
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Henri Richard is born
Henri Richard, Canadian athlete, known for canadian ice hockey player, was born on 1936-02-29.
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- When was Henri Richard born?
- Henri Richard was born on 1936-02-29 (Canadian).
- What is Henri Richard known for?
- Canadian ice hockey player
- What historical events involved Henri Richard?
- Henri Richard was involved in 1 recorded historical event, including Henri Richard is born.
- When did Henri Richard die?
- Henri Richard died on 2020-01-01.