Jean-Guy Talbot

Jean-Guy Talbot (born July 11, 1932 in Cap-de-la-Madeleine, Quebec) is a retired Canadian ice hockey defenceman.

Jean-Guy played in the National Hockey League from 1955 to 1971. During this time, he played for the Minnesota North Stars, Detroit Red Wings, St. Louis Blues, Buffalo Sabres and Montreal Canadiens. While with the Montreal Canadians, he won 7 Stanley Cups.

Talbot was well known for being a sound passer. He was also known for having a clean but rather physical style of play which ultimately helped the Habs win Stanley Cups. His career lasted a total 1,056 games with a total of five different organizations. He was most successful during his years on the Montreal Canadians where he played with several NHL legends such as Henri Richard and Jean Béliveau. Talbot wore the #17. 13 of his seasons was with the Habs.

He currently lives in Trois-Rivieres, Quebec with his wife of over 50 years. He has two sons Danny and Michel and a daughter Carole, all who reside in the US. He also has 5 grandchildren; Brittany Talbot, Danielle Talbot, Gabrielle Talbot, Rachelle Talbot, and Izabelle Talbot

As coach of the New York Rangers in 1977–78, Talbot was known for wearing a warmup suit behind the bench during games, rather than the normal business suit worn by most coaches [ [http://sportsillustrated.cnn.com/2006/writers/michael_farber/07/14/moments/index.html SI.com - Writers - Michael Farber: Hockey's embarrassing moments - Wednesday August 2, 2006 4:59PM ] ] .

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