Former Penguins All-Star Player Dies

PITTSBURGH, PA — An all-star player for the Pittsburgh Penguins who played seven seasons with the team has died.

The Pens announced the death of forward Lowell MacDonald on social media. He was 84.

During the 1970s, MacDonald was a member of "The Century Line" with Syl Apps and Jean Pronovost. He won the Bill Masterton Trophy in 1973, becoming the first Penguins player to win an NHL trophy. The trophy is given annually to the player who best exemplifies that qualities of perseverance, sportsmanship and dedication to hockey.

He played for the Penguins from the 1970-71 season through the 1977-78 season. He was named an NHL all-star during the 1973-74 and 1974-75 seasons.

During his 14-year career, MacDonald also played for the Detroit Red Wings and Los Angeles Kings.

MacDonald also was the father of Penguins long-time television producer, Lowell MacDonald.