Hockey Community Mourns the Loss of Former Toronto Maple Leafs Forward

Igor Burdetskiy June 3, 2023

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Willie Marshall, a former forward with the Toronto Maple Leafs, died today at the age of 91. He was most remembered for setting numerous AHL records, including the most goals, points, assists, hat tricks, and games played.

Legends are forever.

The American Hockey League is mourning the passing of Willie Marshall, the League’s all-time leader in goals, assists, points and games played.

Rest in peace, Willie ❤️ pic.twitter.com/71B8l8tPRZ

— American Hockey League (@TheAHL) June 2, 2023

“The Whip” Marshall, who played hockey for the Toronto St. Michael’s Majors to start his career, went on to play 33 NHL games for the Maple Leafs. But the majority of his career was spent in the American Hockey League, where he set numerous records and won three Calder Cups.

He is remembered by the annual Willie Marshall Award, which is given to the AHL’s top goal scorer.

Marshall played 1,205 games in the AHL throughout his career, tallying 523 goals and 852 assists.

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I grew up playing Ball and Roller Hockey day and night somewhat religiously throughout elementary and middle school. The two don't compare though when I lace up the skates and hit the ice. I live and breathe hockey beyond the perspective of "it's just a game" and I will gladly talk hockey for hours with anyone. Hockey is more than just a lifestyle, it's a culture of passionate people who make memories every time the puck is dropped. Hockey has not only helped me get through some of the hardest times in life but has created some of the best memories to date. Want to talk hockey with me? Shoot me an email: iburdetskiy@hookedonhockey.com and let's talk some hockey!