Claude Lemieux, 4-time Stanley Cup champion, dies at age 60
The NHL Alumni Association announced Claude Lemieux's death. A cause of death was not immediately available, nor was it clear where Lemieux was when he died.
www.cbsnews.comYou’re asking for the latest news on Claude Lemieux’s death. Recent reports confirm that Claude Lemieux, the former NHL player and four-time Stanley Cup champion, has died at age 60. News outlets and official NHL/Canadiens communications circulated the death in late May 2026, with details varying on the exact timing and circumstances at the time of reporting. Key outlets reporting the news include CBS Sports, CBC, AP, the Montreal Canadiens, and the NHL itself. There were initial reports noting his death was announced by the NHL Alumni Association and that his public appearance as a torchbearer had occurred days prior to the announcement. Ongoing coverage at that time focused on tributes from teams and former teammates, with many describing him as a fierce competitor and clutch performer in playoffs. If you’d like, I can pull up the most up-to-date links and summarize any new developments or official statements.