Jean-Guy Gendron was a Canadian ice hockey player who had a successful career in the National Hockey League (NHL) and the World Hockey Association (WHA). He was born on February 11, 1944, in Montreal, Quebec, Canada.
Gendron began his professional career in 1964 with the Montreal Canadiens, where he played for two seasons. He then played for the Detroit Red Wings for two seasons before being traded to the Los Angeles Kings in 1968. He played for the Kings for three seasons before being traded to the Pittsburgh Penguins in 1971.
Gendron played for the Penguins for two seasons before being traded to the WHA's Quebec Nordiques in 1973. He played for the Nordiques for three seasons before retiring in 1976.
During his NHL career, Gendron was known for his physical play and his ability to score goals. He was a tough player who was not afraid to drop the gloves and fight when necessary. He was also a skilled scorer who could put the puck in the net with ease.
In his WHA career, Gendron continued to be a physical player and a skilled scorer. He played for the Nordiques during the team's most successful years, helping them reach the Avco Cup finals in 1975 and 1976.
Overall, Gendron played in 524 NHL games, scoring 91 goals and 97 assists for a total of 188 points. He also played in 214 WHA games, scoring 86 goals and 85 assists for a total of 171 points.
After retiring from hockey, Gendron worked as a scout for the Nordiques and later for the Colorado Avalanche. He also coached minor league hockey teams in Canada and the United States.
Gendron passed away on December 30, 2017, at the age of 73. He will be remembered as a tough and skilled player who made a significant impact on the game of hockey.
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