Jean Beliveau hospitalized after suffering a stroke

Tuesday, 28.02.2012 / 11:42 AM / News
canadiens.com

PRESS RELEASE

MONTREAL (February 28, 2012) – The Montreal Canadiens announced today that Jean Beliveau suffered a stroke on Monday evening and was admitted to the hospital.

Now 80 years old, Mr. Beliveau is currently undergoing active investigation and treatments. As of today and for the duration of his convalescence Mr. Beliveau humbly asks everyone to respect his privacy and that of his family.

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