Former Flames, Canadiens head coach Al MacNeil dies

Former Flames Executive & Coach MacNeil Passes Away
We are deeply saddened to announce the passing of long-time Flames executive and former head coach Al MacNeil. Al passed away at the age of 89 years, on Jan. 5, 2025, surrounded by his family in Calgary: https://t.co/4KV9YBjYwA You will be so missed, Chopper. Rest in peace ❤️ pic.twitter.com/8JVVh6PS1B
Calgary Flames mourn passing of former coach and team executive, Al MacNeil
Al MacNeil, who was the first head coach of the Calgary Flames and has his name engraved on the Stanley Cup four times, has passed away at the age of 89.
Former Flames, Canadiens head coach Al MacNeil dies at 89
A decorated executive has passed away. The Calgary Flames announced that former team executive and head coach Al MacNeil died on Sunday at the age of 89.
Former Head Coach of the Calgary Flames Sadly Passes Away
In some tragic news coming out of the NHL, the Calgary Flames announced that one of their former coaches, Al MacNeil, has passed away at the age of 89.
Flames Mourn Passing Of Al MacNeil
“The hockey world lost an icon today with the passing of Al MacNeil,” said Flames President of Hockey Operations Don Maloney. “‘Chopper’ was a Stanley Cup champion and a Calder Cup champion but most importantly ‘he was our friend and mentor. We will sincerely miss his company and our conversations.”
Flames announce the passing of a franchise icon
The Calgary Flames have announced that long-time team executive and former head coach Al MacNeil has passed away at age 89. A four time Stanley Cup champion, MacNeil was a “hockey lifer” whose impact on the game spanned multiple generations.
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