Lapointe was drafted by the Montreal Canadiens in 1968 and quickly established himself as one of the best defensemen in the league. He was known for his strong skating and puck-handling abilities, as well as his physical play. He was also a great leader, and was named an alternate captain of the Canadiens in 1975.
Lapointe was a key member of the Canadiens' dynasty of the 1970s, winning six Stanley Cups with the team. He was also a key contributor to the team's success in the playoffs, leading the team in scoring in the 1976 playoffs and helping the Canadiens win the Stanley Cup that year.
Lapointe was traded to the St. Louis Blues in 1982 and played two seasons with the team before retiring in 1984. He finished his career with 822 points in 1,028 games, making him one of the most productive defensemen in NHL history.
Lapointe was inducted into the Hockey Hall of Fame in 1993, and his number 5 was retired by the Canadiens in 2009. He is remembered as one of the greatest defensemen of all time, and his legacy will live on for generations to come.
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