About Yanick Dupré
Lived 1972 – 1997 (aged 24). Yanick Dupré was a Canadian ice hockey player.
Joseph Jacques Yanick Dupré (November 20, 1972 – August 16, 1997) was a Canadian professional ice hockey left winger who played 35 games over parts of three seasons in the National Hockey League (NHL) for the Philadelphia Flyers. He died at the age of 24 after a 16-month battle with leukemia.
The Yanick Dupre Memorial Class Guy Award was named after him to honour his memory and is given to the Flyer who best illustrates character, dignity, and respect for the sport both on and off the ice. A similarly named award is also presented by the American Hockey League in recognition of a player's community service.
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Frequently asked questions
Who was Yanick Dupré?
Canadian ice hockey player (1972–1997)
When was Yanick Dupré born?
Yanick Dupré was born on 20 November 1972 in Montreal.
When did Yanick Dupré die?
Yanick Dupré died on 16 August 1997 in Montreal.
What was Yanick Dupré's occupation?
Yanick Dupré was an ice hockey player.
What nationality was Yanick Dupré?
Yanick Dupré was Canadian.
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APA: Biography.guide. (2026). Yanick Dupré. https://biography.guide/yanick-dupre/
MLA: "Yanick Dupré." Biography.guide, https://biography.guide/yanick-dupre/.
Chicago: "Yanick Dupré." Biography.guide. https://biography.guide/yanick-dupre/.
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