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)
What happened on September 8 in the history of the New York Rangers
For years, early September was the time for induction ceremonies into the Hockey Hall of Fame. Now, the ceremony takes place in November, after the start of the season. September 8 was a big day in 1960, 1980 and 1982 when it comes to the New York Rangers.
In 1960, Brigadier General John Kilpatrick was inducted into the Hall in the Builders category.