Former Boston Bruins captain passes away at 95-years-old
We have some sad news to report on in the hockey world on Friday morning.
Former Boston Bruins captain and nine-year veteran of the National Hockey League, Ed Sandford, has passed away at the age of 95.
Proud to have worn the Spoked-B, the former Bruins captain was the club's oldest living alumnus before his passing at the age of 95 earlier this week." The Bruins said in a statement.
Sandford began his NHL career during the 1947-48 season with Boston and would go on to spend the first eight years with the Bruins, before playing with the Detroit Red Wings and Chicago Blackhawks for his final season in the league. In 503 career games in the NHL, Sandford had 251 points (106 goals, 145 assists) and 355 penalty minutes. He also added 24 points in 42 Stanley Cup Playoff games.
After his playing career ended, Sandford spent time as an off-ice official for the NHL in various roles including goal judge and official scorer. Earlier this Fall, he was honoured for his time with the Boston Bruins and named to their "Historic 100" as one of their 100 greatest players in franchise history.
Our thoughts are with Sandford's friends and family at this difficult time.
Source: Boston Bruins
