Jean Pronovost
15 Interesting Facts
A prolific goal scorer and the first Penguin to reach 100 points, he enjoyed a distinguished 16-season professional career across three NHL franchises.
He was the first member of his NHL franchise to score 50 goals in a single season.
He played for the Pittsburgh Penguins, Atlanta Flames, and Washington Capitals.
He scored 40 or more goals in four different NHL seasons.
Two of his older brothers also played in the NHL.
He was acquired by the Pittsburgh Penguins from the Boston Bruins in 1968.
He won the scoring title for his junior team during his rookie season.
He represented Canada at the 1978 World Championships.
He coached the Shawinigan Cataractes of the QMJHL during the mid-1990s.
He served as the head coach for the Quebec Rafales in the IHL.
He was a member of the Ring of Honor that once circled the Pittsburgh Civic Arena.
He played junior hockey for the Niagara Falls Flyers.
He worked at the Emmanuel Christian School in Quebec after his playing days.
He recorded 104 points during his most productive offensive campaign.
He was sold to the Washington Capitals by the Calgary organization in 1980.
He finished his professional career with 774 regular season points.
About Jean Pronovost
A consistent offensive threat throughout his career, he became the first player in Pittsburgh Penguins history to reach the 50-goal and 100-point milestones in a single season. After a long tenure in Pittsburgh, he went on to play for the Atlanta Flames and Washington Capitals before retiring from professional hockey.
Career Achievements & Milestones
First Pittsburgh Penguins player to score 50 goals in a season
1975-76
First Pittsburgh Penguins player to reach 100 points in a season
1975-76
Member of the Pittsburgh Penguins Hall of Fame
Gamma Sigma Award for Rookie of the Year
1964-65
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Teams & Career
Jean Pronovost played for 3 different teams during his 14 seasons career.