LAKE PLACID, NY - FEBRUARY 22: The United States Hockey team celebrates after they defeated the Soviet Union during a metal round game of the Winter Olympics February 22, 1980 at the Olympic Center in Lake Placid, New York. The game was named "The Miracle On Ice" as the United States defeated the Soviet Union 4-3. . (Photo by Focus on Sport/Getty Images) *** Local Caption ***
The New York Rangers family lost a member today with the death of Mark Pavelich. The Olympic gold medalist and former Ranger died at the age of 63 in Sauk Centre, Minnesota.