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Renowned Former NHL Enforcer Donald Brashear Drops the Gloves at 51-Years-Old

Published October 23, 2023 at 10:34
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Donald Brashear's Unyielding Spirit at 51

At 51, former NHL player Donald Brashear continues to be an active presence on the ice, now marking his fourth year with the LNAH, Quebec's renowned pro hockey league known for its fierce gameplay and frequent brawls.

This past weekend saw a testament to Brashear's enduring fighting spirit.




In a matchup with Derek Parker, a player infamous for racking up over 500 penalty minutes in a single 2005-06 game, Brashear demonstrated he still had it.

The Brashear-Parker Showdown



The clash wasn't a flurry of punches; instead, it was a tense grapple as both players gripped each other. However, in a dramatic turn, Brashear managed to land several hits, eventually taking Parker down to the ice.

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Across his impressive career, Brashear stood toe-to-toe with opponents in 390 bouts, with 277 of those fights taking place in the NHL, representing teams like the Canadiens, Canucks, Flyers, Capitals, and Rangers.

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Renowned Former NHL Enforcer Donald Brashear Drops the Gloves at 51-Years-Old

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