Claude Lemieux, former Stanley Cup champ, dead at 60

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Claude Lemieux #32 of the San Jose Sharks looks on against the Anaheim Ducks during Game Three of the Western Conference Quarterfinal Round of the 2009 Stanley Cup Playoffs at Honda Center on April 21, 2009 in Anaheim, California. (Photo by Harry How

Claude Lemieux, the hockey player known for championship runs in the National Hockey League, has died at the age of 60, according to the NHL Alumni Association.

TMZ Sports is reporting he died by suicide. Sources say he was found Thursday morning at a business owned by his family in Florida. 

Lemieux was known for his time with the Montreal Canadiens, the New Jersey Devils and the Colorado Avalanche, winning four championships between the three clubs. 

Lemieux was born in Buckingham, Quebec and was selected in the 1983 NHL Entry Draft, making his debut with the Canadiens that season.  

Legacy & impact

Lemieux is remembered for his legendary play, specifically during the playoffs, scoring 10 goals and 16 points in 20 playoff games with his championship run in Montreal, and 13 goals in 20 playoff games as a Playoff MVP with the Devils. 

The post by the NHL Alumni, says he is remembered by his wife and four children.