Paul Andrew Masnick (April 14, 1931 – March 23, 2024) was a Canadian professional

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player. He played as

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in the

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(NHL) between 1950 and 1958.

Playing career

Masnick started his

(NHL) career with the

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. He also played for the

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and

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. Masnick left the NHL after the 1957–58 season, and retired in 1963. He won the

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with Montreal. Masnick scored 18 goals in NHL regular season games and four goals in Stanley Cup games.

Death

Masnick died in Barrie, Ontario on March 23, 2024. He was only weeks away from turning 93. He was the last surviving member of Canadiens 1953 Stanley Cup team.

Career statistics

Regular season and playoffs

Awards and achievements

champion (

)

References

External links

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