Former NHL Defense Brian Marchment dies at age 53
Brian Marchment -Former NHL defenseman and current Florida Panthers father Mason Marchment ―――― The league was announced on Wednesday.
He was 53 years old.
The cause of death has not been clarified at this time.
“The National Hockey League mourns the deaths of San Jose Sharks scouts and former NHL player Brian Marchment,” the league said in a statement.
“Our deep condolences are directed at his family, the shark organization, and Brian’s many friends, ex-teammates, and fans.”
Brian was ranked 16th overall in the 1987 draft and made his NHL debut at Winnipeg Jets at the age of 19.
The defense has played a total of 17 seasons in the NHL … including stops at the Oilers, Sharks, Whalers, Blackhawks, Lightning, Avalanche, Maple Leafs and Flames.
According to the league, Brian became a shark scout in 2007 after retiring from flames in 2006 and was attending the NHL draft when he died suddenly.
Former NHL Defense Brian Marchment dies at age 53
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