Is Rod Gilbert still alive?

Deceased (1941–2021)
Rod Gilbert/Living or Deceased

What happened Rod Gilbert?

Rod Gilbert, a quicksilver Hall of Fame forward for the New York Rangers who more than 40 years after his career ended remains the team’s leading scorer, died on Thursday at his home in Manhattan. He was 80. His wife, Judy Gilbert, confirmed the death on Sunday but did not cite a cause.

Where did Rod Gilbert die?

New York, NY
Rod Gilbert/Place of death

Why did Rod Gilbert retire?

He won the Bill Masterton Trophy in 1976 for his perseverance over his back troubles. At the beginning of the 1977–78 NHL season, Gilbert and Rangers’ General Manager John Ferguson got into a contract dispute. He would retire after the season, his eighteenth in the NHL.

What New York Ranger passed away?

Rod Gilbert
Rod Gilbert, Known as Mr. Ranger, Warmed New York to Ice Hockey. The Rangers great, whose death at the age of 80 was announced on Sunday, was more than a sensational player and a good guy, writes a former Times hockey reporter.

What NY Ranger just died?

“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 Corp executive chairman James Dolan said in a statement.

Was Rod Gilbert married?

Judy Christym. 1991–2021
Rod Gilbert/Spouse

What age did Rod Gilbert die?

80 years (1941–2021)
Rod Gilbert/Age at death

Is Rod Gilbert in the Hall of Fame?

He was inducted into the Hockey Hall of Fame in 1982, and was the first player in Rangers history to have his number retired….

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