With the sad news of Pat Quinn's passing on Monday, the hockey world has reacted on social media with sadness and memories of the legenday player and coach.

 

Pat Quinn was a giant of the hockey world, on the ice and off. Laureen and I extend our condolences to his family. - Prime Minister Stephen Harper
 

Words can not express how sad my family is at the news of Pat Quinn. Tears of ultimate sadness #loverespect - Darcy Tucker, played for Quinn with the Toronto Maple Leafs

Sad to hear the passing of Pat Quinn. He was a great coach. I had the privilege to play for him. You will be missed. - Martin Brodeur, played for Quinn on Canada's 2002 Olympic team

Rarely get this sad. A piece of me and a big piece of hockey left us. God blessed us when Pat entered our lives. He won't be forgotten. - Eugene Melnyk, Ottawa Senators Owner

Sad to hear of the loss of Pat Quinn. A great man and leader. Condolences to his family. He will be missed. #2002OlympicGold - Theo Fleury, played for Quinn on Canada's 2002 Olympic team

He was a great man because he cared. He loved his players and people; the fans are connected because of his passion. - Trevor Linden, played for Quinn on the Vancouver Canucks

Pat Quinn made such an impact on me and our group at the '09 World Juniors. I'll never forget the presence he had #RIPQuinner - John Tavares, played for Quinn on Canada's 2009 World Juniors team

Pat Quinn was a giant of a man in every way. A true leader and a wonderful person. My thoughts are with Sandra, Kalli and family. #legend - Hayley Wickenheiser

Deepest condolences to the Quinn family and friends. Hockey has lost a good man. - Steve Sullivan, played for Quinn with the Toronto Maple Leafs

My prayers are with Pat Quinn's family. He was tough, smart, kind, and Irish, the hockey world will miss him deeply. - Brian Burke, hired by Quinn as Canucks' director of hockey operations in 1987.

It's a sad day in the hockey world. Pat Quinn a major icon. Played w/ him at world juniors, developed a ton of respect for him. - Tyler Myers, played for Quinn on Canada's 2009 World Juniors team

Sad to hear the news of pat Quinn passing away. The best story teller I ever met! Great person who always found a way to make you laugh RIP - Brendan Gallagher, played for the Vancouver Giants when Quinn was co-owner

RIP Pat.  My hero, boss, friend.  You will be missed - Garry Valk, played for Quinn with the Toronto Maple Leafs

Pat Quinn pulled me up when I was down & gave me something that w/live w/me forever. Thank you for believing in me. A Gr8 Man- RIP. #NHL - Bret Hedican, who played for Quinn with the Vancouver Canucks

His game changed along with the game. - Winnipeg Jets head coach Paul Maurice

Won Gold in Kazan & Ottawa with Pat Quinn. He touched my career and helped me when I was down and out. The ice was to Thhhhhick to divethru - Colten Teubert, played for Quinn on Canada's 2009 World Juniors team

Sad to hear of Pat Quinn's passing this morning. Was a great man and pleasure to know. Condolences to his family. - Kevin Bieksa, Vancouver Canucks

Pat was a great friend and a great man. I will always cherish our special relationship & memories. - Bob Nicholson, Edmonton Oilers Vice Chair

I've looked up to him as somewhat of a mentor over the years. Our condolences go out to his family. - Edmonton Oilers head coach Dallas Eakins

Sad to wake up to the news of Pat Quinn's passing. Was a great man and a true inspiration to all of us. Condolences to his family. #RIP - Eddie Lack, Vancouver Canucks

Condolences to the family of Pat Quinn. Won two gold medals with him. Smart coach, always dedicated to his team. - Cody Hodgson, Buffalo Sabres

Saddened to hear about the passing of Pat Quinn. A remarkable man and one of the truly great Canucks - Alex Auld