Hall of Fame ice hockey player Rod Gilbert, fondly known as "Mr. Ranger," died on Sunday at the age of 80, the National Hockey League announced in a press release mourning his loss and highlighting his impact.
Gilbert tallied 406 goals and 615 assists in his career, retiring with the second most points by a right winger in NHL history behind the legendary Gordie Howe, and still ranks first on the Rangers' all-time goals and points lists.
"Everyone in the Rangers organization mourns the loss of a true New York icon," Rangers President Chris Drury said in the release. "Growing up a young Rangers fan, one of the first names I ever heard about was Rod Gilbert - he was synonymous with Rangers hockey." (📷 Bruce Bennett/Getty Images)
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