In a surprising twist to a story that had many Montreal Canadiens fans mourning, a recent sighting in California may have debunked the circulating rumors about the passing of a beloved Habs legend. Reports of the former player’s death had been spreading on social media for days, causing confusion and sorrow among fans and the hockey community. However, one devoted Canadiens supporter is now claiming he saw the legendary player alive and well.
According to the fan, who wishes to remain anonymous, the sighting happened earlier this week in a quiet neighborhood in Los Angeles. “I couldn’t believe my eyes at first,” the fan said. “He looked older, of course, but it was definitely him. I even called out his name, and he gave me a smile and a wave.”
The Canadiens organization has not released any official statement on the matter, neither confirming nor denying the fan’s claim. The rumored death had not been officially verified, with no obituary or credible sources reporting it—only whispers on social media and a few fan forums.
This new twist has sparked debate online, with some fans skeptical and others hopeful. “If he’s really alive and just enjoying retirement in peace, that’s all that matters,” wrote one supporter on Reddit. Others are urging the team or the player’s family to clarify the situation and put the rumors to rest once and for all.
The Canadiens legend, whose name is being withheld out of respect for his privacy until confirmation is made, remains a cherished figure in Montreal. Whether this sighting is genuine or a case of mistaken identity, fans are holding onto hope that their hero is still with them and perhaps just enjoying the California sun.