Honoring the Memory of Ron Ellis: Toronto Maple Leafs Icon and Hockey Luminary Dies at 79

Sunday, May 12th, 2024

Ron Ellis, a former Toronto Maple Leafs player known for his commitment to the game, has died at the age of 79. He played a key role in the team clinching the 1967 Stanley Cup, their last championship to date. The Maple Leafs announced his death without specifying the cause.

Ellis, who could play in various forward positions, first took to the ice for the Maple Leafs in the 1963-64 season and concluded his career in the 1980-81 season. He took a hiatus from playing between 1975 and 1977 due to mental health issues.

Throughout his 16-season career, Ellis played in 1,034 games, placing him among the top five players for the most appearances for the Maple Leafs and securing the fifth-highest goal total in the team's history with 640 points, which comprised 332 goals and 308 assists.

Throughout his career, Ellis was selected for the All-Star team four times. Upon retiring, he was inducted into the Hockey Hall of Fame and became involved in charitable activities. In recognition of his efforts, he was awarded the Keith Magnuson Man of the Year Award in 2024.

The Hockey Hall of Fame and the NHL Alumni Association have expressed their sorrow, acknowledging Ellis's philanthropic endeavors and his role in guiding visitors during his tenure at the museum.

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