Incredible talent, Incredible person … and that Goal in the 97 Play Off Final #RipJason
The Steelers are sadend to learn that former player and 1997 Play Off Champion, Jason Lafreniere has passed away in his hometown of Vancouver.
The super talented centre played 161 NHL games for Quebec, New York Rangers and Tampa Bay Lightning scoring 35 goals and 93 points.
Jason joined the Steelers back in the 96-97 season scoring 15 goals, 35 points in just 29 games, including the short handed, Game winner against the Panthers in the play off final
Former Steelers captain Rob Wilson said “It is an incredibly sad day, Jason leaves so many friends and so many hockey memories, that day in Manchester will live with me and I am sure all Steelers fans
“That day Jason said, jump on my back and lets win a championship”
