Robert “Bobby” Rousseau, a celebrated former forward for the Montreal Canadiens and winner of four Stanley Cups, has passed away at the age of 85 in Trois-Rivières, the team announced Saturday morning.

Born in Montreal on July 26, 1940, Rousseau enjoyed a distinguished NHL career, including 10 seasons with the Canadiens between 1961 and 1970.

Before joining the Canadiens, Rousseau made his mark with the Hull-Ottawa Canadiens, winning the Memorial Cup at the junior level in 1958 and recording 60 points in 38 games at the senior level in 1960-61. He also represented Canada at the 1960 Winter Olympics in Squaw Valley, helping the team earn a silver medal.

Rousseau’s first full NHL season in 1961-62 earned him the Calder Trophy as the league’s top rookie after he scored 45 points, including

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