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This resolution, passed by the Illinois Senate, expresses sorrow over the death of Robert "Bob" Pulford, who passed away on January 5, 2026. The resolution details his significant career in professional hockey, including winning two Memorial Cups in junior hockey, playing 14 seasons in the National Hockey League (NHL) with the Toronto Maple Leafs and Los Angeles Kings where he was a strong penalty killer and clutch performer, and being part of four Stanley Cup-winning teams. It also highlights his academic achievement of earning a Bachelor of Arts from McMaster University while playing in the NHL, his pioneering role in establishing the NHL Players' Association as its first president, and his successful coaching and management career with the Los Angeles Kings and Chicago Blackhawks, earning him the Jack Adams Coach of the Year award and recognition from The Hockey News. Furthermore, the resolution notes his induction into the Hockey Hall of Fame, his receipt of the Lester Patrick trophy, and his enjoyment of gardening, golf, fishing, and spending time with his family. The Senate extends its condolences to his wife, children, grandchildren, and friends, and will present a copy of this resolution to his family as a symbol of their sympathy.

https://www.ilga.gov/Legislation/BillStatus?DocNum=570&GAID=18&DocTypeID=SR&SessionID=114&GA=104