The National Hockey League is once again mourning the loss of a Hall of Fame goaltender, and this time it is New York Rangers legend Eddie Giacomin. Today the organization has announced that Giacomin, 86, has passed away.
Eddie Giacomin was an integral member of the New York Rangers for a decade and personified what being a Ranger is all about, both to his teammates and the Blueshirts faithful. You cannot discuss the history of this organization and not immediately think of Eddie. The great Rod… pic.twitter.com/pf5jupMv03
— New York Rangers (@NYRangers) September 15, 2025
Giacomin was the second player to ever have their number retired by the organization, and his No.