Rod Gilbert #7 of the New York Rangers skates on the ice during an NHL game against the California Golden Seals . (Photo by Melchior DiGiacomo/Getty Images)
The New York Rangers family has lost a legend. Rod Gilbert passed away on Sunday at the age of 80. The Hall of Famer was a lifelong Ranger and a familiar face at Madison Square Garden. He was truly the greatest ambassador for the Blueshirts and he will be missed by everyone in the hockey world.
Mr. Ranger.
A true New York icon.You will be missed more than we could ever express, Rod.