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Forever "Flower": The Goalie Who Captured Pittsburgh's Heart

  Graphic: Genevive Oliver When you talk about players who truly defined the Pittsburgh Penguins, a name that isn't just on the list, but at the very top for so many fans is Marc-Andre Fleury. 'Flower,' as he was universally known, wasn't just a goaltender; he was a defining presence for over a decade, famous for his heart-stopping saves, that famous smile, and a sheer dedication that never wavered. His career wasn't just about stats; it was a remarkable journey from a highly anticipated first overall pick to a three-time Stanley Cup champion, a testament to his remarkable perseverance, unwavering development, and the deep, enduring connection he forged with Pittsburgh. The Budding Star: From First Pick to Full-Time Starter On draft day in 2003, when the Pittsburgh Penguins made the bold move of selecting Marc-Andre Fleury first overall - a rare and significant distinction for a goaltender - is when the excitement began. Only 18 years old, Fleury promptly made his N...
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*Sorry for the lack of photos! Hoping to get permission eventually.*


   Adam Johnson, former NHL player, dead at 29 due to "freak accident" on October 28th. He had suffered a skate cut during a Champions Cup game playing for the Nottingham Panthers in England, playing against the Sheffield Steelers.

 

    "Adam, our number 47, was not only an outstanding ice hockey player, but also a great teammate and an incredible person with his whole life ahead of him. The Club will dearly miss him and will never ever forget him."

   Link to the post made by the Nottingham Panthers,

   https://www.instagram.com/p/Cy-gVsJK8Vd/?img_index=1 


   Adam Johnson also played for the Pittsburgh Penguins, playing in 13 games between 2018-2020 seasons. The Penguins also have mourned the player and honored him after his tragic death. The Penguins made posts on social media for their game, October 30th, about wearing special decals on their helmets to honor and remember Adam Johnson.

   Link to the post made by the Pittsburgh Penguins,

   https://www.instagram.com/p/CzClQQ3O6NM/?img_index=1 

 

   Crosby speaking on the loss of Adam Johnson: "It's something that we've all been thinking about. Our thoughts and prayers are with his family and loved ones. Just a great guy, a great teammate, had an awesome attitude while he was here. Just genuinely happy to be playing in the NHL."

  Link to the post,

  https://twitter.com/penguins/status/17190404494054321

Link to the post of the Pittsburgh Penguins game against the Anaheim Ducks, October 30th,

https://www.facebook.com/photo?fbid=358024693265650&set=a.253449200389867 


   Throughout his career, Adam had also played on the Wilkes-Barre Scranton Penguins, Malmö Redhawks, Augsburger Panther, Ontario Reign, and the Lehigh Valley Phantoms.

   


 

   "Forever a part of the Penguins Family."

    https://twitter.com/penguins/status/1719128681417740295 

 

 

    

 

 

 

 

 

 

 




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