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Flyers legend Bernie Parent dies at age 80

The Flyers announced the passing of goaltending great (and two-time Stanley Cup winner) Bernie Parent today. He was 80.

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The Flyers exhibition season begins tonight but hearts will be heavy with the news that former Flyers goaltending legend Bernie Parent died. He was 80. The cause of death is unknown. The Flyers made the announcement on Sunday.

The Flyers and Ed Snider Youth Hockey & Education are heartbroken to learn of the passing of Bernie Parent, a true legend, one of the most famous and beloved players, and most popular figures in the history of the organization and city of Philadelphia.