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Brad Maxwell, a strong presence on the Minnesota North Stars blue line and arguably the team's most creative signing, died on Sunday following a battle with lung cancer that had spread through his body. He was 66.
Maxwell played 10 seasons in the NHL in the 1970s and 80s, playing nine seasons with the Minnesota North Stars with stints with the Quebec Nordiques, Toronto Maple Leafs, Vancouver Canucks and New York Rangers.
Whether it's breaking up a big play, setting up a goal or scoring on the power play, some defensemen can do it all. NHL Network producers and analysts chose the top 20 defensemen in the League right now, and they were revealed Sunday in the third of a nine-part series.
"We wish Brad the best of luck in his fight against cancer and hope that he can overcome this obstacle with the love and support of his family and the hockey community."
The Canadian Horse Racing Hall of Fame (CHRHF) Induction Gala is taking place this evening (Wednesday, Aug. 9) at the Mississauga Convention Centre, honouring the Classes of 2022 and 2023, including some of the biggest names in Canadian Standardbred and Thoroughbred racing.