Rod Gilbert, a Hockey Hall of Famer who starred at right wing for the New York Rangers for parts of 18 seasons, died at the age of 80.
The Rangers announced Gilbert’s passing Sunday, memorializing the player who earned the nickname “Mr. Ranger” and spent his entire NHL career with the franchise.
Rod Gilbert passes away at age 80
“I am deeply saddened by the passing of Rod Gilbert — one of the greatest Rangers to ever play for our organization and one of the greatest ambassadors the game of hockey has ever had,” Madison Square Garden Sports executive chairman James Dolan said in a statement.