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Former NHL Player Ron Duguay Dies at 69 After Cancer Battle

  • Ron Duguay, former NHL player for the New York Rangers, has died at 69 after a battle with cancer.
  • Duguay played nearly 1,000 games in the NHL from the late 1970s through the 1980s.
  • His girlfriend, Sarah Palin, announced his death on social media.
  • Duguay was diagnosed with Stage 4 colon cancer, which had spread to his liver.
  • Duguay was selected by the New York Rangers with the 13th pick in the 1977 draft and played six seasons with the team.

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  1. Sarah Palin shares photo of Ron Duguay in hospital

    Sarah Palin shares a photo of Ron Duguay in the hospital, asking for prayers as he battles Stage 4 colon cancer.

  2. Ron Duguay dies at 69 after cancer battle

    Ron Duguay, former NHL player and Rangers legend, dies at 69 after a battle with colon cancer.

  3. Sarah Palin announces Ron Duguay's death

    Sarah Palin announces the death of Ron Duguay on social media, stating he passed away after a cancer battle.

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