The NHL announced that from March 7th until March 10th, all 31 NHL arenas will have a tribute to Ted Lindsay displayed on their rink boards. It was confirmed on Monday that Lindsay had passed away at the age of 93.
Following the news of Lindsay’s passing, Capitals captain Alex Ovechkin was one of the first players to share his condolences.
From March 7th through March 10th, rink boards in all 31 NHL arenas will feature this tribute to Ted Lindsay in honor of his incredible career, trailblazing spirit and love of the game. #RIP7 @NHLPA @TedLindsay07 pic.twitter.com/YFMffwxKxw
— NHL (@NHL) March 6, 2019
What an awesome gesture to a legend of the game.
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