Joseph Benoit (February 27, 1916 – October 19, 1981) was a Canadian ice hockey right winger. He played in the National Hockey League for the Montreal Canadiens from 1940 to 1946. He missed the 1943–44 season while serving with the Canadian Forces in the Second World War, and the 1944–45 season playing for the Calgary Army team.

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Joe Benoit
Born	(1916-02-27)February 27, 1916 St. Albert, Alberta, Canada
Died	October 19, 1981(1981-10-19) (aged 65) Spokane, Washington, USA
Height	5 ft 10 in (178 cm)
Weight	160 lb (73 kg; 11 st 6 lb)
Position	Right Wing
Shot	Right
Played for	Montreal Canadiens
Playing career	1940–1947

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He preceded Maurice Richard on the "Punch Line" at right wing. He scored 20 goals in 1941–42 in a 48-game schedule, and 30 goals in 1942–43 in a 50-game schedule. Benoit then enlisted with the armed forces and served in the Second World War.

In his NHL career, Benoit played in 185 games. He recorded 75 goals and 69 assists. He also appeared in 11 playoff games, scoring six goals and adding three assists. He won the Stanley Cup in 1946.

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