Claude Lemieux, a four-time Stanley Cup champion and one of hockey's most intense competitors, has died by suicide at age 60. His family confirmed the tragedy, with his son Brendan discovering him in the warehouse of their family furniture store in Florida.
- Lemieux was found dead Thursday morning after failing to return home the night before. - He won four Stanley Cups with three teams, including two with the New Jersey Devils, and earned the Conn Smythe Trophy in 1995.
- President Trump and other figures paid tribute, calling him a fierce competitor and a legend. - His family expressed deep grief, with Brendan posting a heartfelt message on Instagram.
The NHL and the hockey community mourn the loss of a player known for his toughness and winning spirit.