Athletes who died on December 2

Take a focused look at the athletes who passed away on December 2. Dive into curated bios, achievements, and cultural milestones verified by our editors.

• 2014 Jean Beliveau

  Jean Béliveau was a Canadian professional ice hockey player regarded as one of the greatest centers in NHL history. He spent his entire 20-season career with the Montreal Canadiens, winning 10 Stanley Cups as a player and seven more as an executive. Béliveau was known for his skill, leadership, sportsmanship, and contributions to the game, both on and off the … [bio]