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The family is not divulging any other details at this time, Portzline says.

After finally cracking the Montreal roster, Odelein spent six seasons with the Canadiens before being traded to New Jersey before the 1996-97 season, a deal that brought enigmatic scorer Stéphane Richer back into the Habs fold.

During his career he played 1,056 games during 15 seasons with the Canadiens, Devils, Coyotes, Blue Jackets, Blackhawks, Stars, Panthers and Penguins. Odelein scored 50 goals and added 202 assists, while racking up a lofty 2,316 penalty minutes during his playing days.