While Marc-Andre Fleury never suited up for the Montreal Canadiens, he is from nearby Sorel, Que., and he was given a fond farewell by fans and players at the Bell Centre.

Marc-Andre Fleury never played a game for the Canadiens, but Montreal made sure to say au revoir in its own special way. Fleury, the Sorel-Tracy, Quebec native and retiring NHL goaltender ...

MONTREAL — During one of the most emotional moments of his career, Marc-Andre Fleury struggled to hold it together. First came the goose bumps. Then came some tears. “I’m getting old,” he ...

Fleury, who grew up an hour outside town, made 19 saves and waited out a lengthy standing ovation late in the game.

Minnesota Wild goaltender Marc-Andre Fleury (29) acknowledges the crowd following his NHL hockey shutout win against the Montreal Canadiens in Montreal on Thursday, Jan. 30, 2025. THE CANADIAN ...

Minnesota Wild goaltender Marc-Andre Fleury (29) acknowledges the crowd following his NHL hockey shutout win against the Montreal Canadiens in Montreal on Thursday, Jan. 30, 2025. THE CANADIAN ...

MONTREAL - Marc-Andre Fleury never played for the Montreal Canadiens, but on this night he was celebrated like one of their all-time greats. The legendary netminder from nearby Sorel, Que., ...